Welcome to the School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing (HS2N) at Lehman College of the City University of New York. HS2N promotes community partnerships and experiential learning opportunities for our students with long-standing collaborations with exceptional hospitals and community-based organizations throughout the Bronx, New York City, and beyond.

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Graduate Degrees

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Majors Offered

10+ Minors Offered

3,929 Undergraduates & Graduates enrolled as of Fall 2021.

1,221 Undergraduates & Graduates in Practicum, Clinical, and Internship Placements.

BronxTalk | Lehman College Nursing Building


BronxTalk features an exclusive look at the new Lehman College Nursing Education, Research, and Practice facility. Host Gary Axelbank toured the $95 million dollar state-of-the-art facility.

Your Health Equity Matters


Elgloria Harrison, Dean of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing and Director of the CUNY Institute for Health Equity, hosts Your Health Equity Matters, a podcast that explores health topics important to the Bronx community and beyond, with a special focus on equity. Each month, she welcomes experts to discuss key issues impacting Black and Brown communities and examines how health equity plays a role in addressing them.
 

DEPARTMENTS

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Exercise Sciences & Recreation

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Health, Administration, Research & Technology

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Health Promotion & Nutrition Sciences

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Nursing

A group of Social Work Graduates posing with Professor Lori Spector

Social Work

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Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences

UPCOMING DEPARTMENTAL EVENTS

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August 27, 2026

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Music Has Power® for Aphasia

The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF) and Lehman College will offer Music Has Power® for Aphasia, a collaborative weekly program for people living with aphasia and others experiencing communication challenges.

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August 27, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Music for Veterans

The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF) and Lehman College will offer Music for Veterans, a collaborative weekly program that uses music and active music-making to provide veterans with opportunities for creative expression, connection, and improved well-being.

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News

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Elgloria Harrison Co-Authors Studies on HBCU Law Clinics’ Impact

Research highlights their vital role in advancing equity and justice

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Lehman College Earns Top Rankings for Social Mobility and Public Education

Lehman College continues to lead in student success and upward mobility. In U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings

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New Lehman College Initiative Expands Telehealth Counseling in the Bronx

New program offers free online family, couple, group, and individual counseling.

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Speech and Hearing Center Brings Zest to the New School Year

At student orientation, a reminder to seize and squeeze the day

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Lehman Alumna and Faculty Member Crowned Ms. Wheelchair America

A champion of disability rights shines

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Lehman Makes Washington Monthly's Top Ten for Value

College commended for keeping costs low and outcomes high

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