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History
In what year was Hunter College founded?
1870
What is Hunter College’s mascot?
The Hawk
What Manhattan neighborhood is Hunter College located in?
The Upper East Side
What are the names of Hunter College’s orientation tracks?
Hawks, Purple, Gold, Lexington, and Roosevelt
How many academic schools make up Hunter College
5
Hunter College is part of what university system?
CUNY (City University of New York)
What are Hunter College’s official school colors?
Purple and Gold
Which subway line stops directly at Hunter College, and what are the first and last stops on that line?
The 6 train — Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall to Pelham Bay Park
What is Hunter College’s motto?
Mihi Cura Futuri
What are some of the most popular majors at Hunter College?
Psychology, Nursing, and Biological Sciences
When Hunter College first opened, which group of students did it primarily serve?
Women pursuing education majors
What is the name of Hunter College’s student government organization?
Undergraduate Student Government (USG)
Name two campuses associated with Hunter College
68th Street Campus, Roosevelt House, Silberman School of Social Work, or Brookdale/SPARC
Name one famous Hunter College alum
Audre Lorde, Vin Diesel, Emily Ratajkowski, Dascha Polanco, etc.
Who is the current President of Hunter College?
Nancy Cantor
Who founded Hunter College?
Thomas Hunter
Approximately how many student clubs and organizations does Hunter College have?
Over 100
What is the name of the small park next to Hunter College on East 68th Street used as a student relaxation space?
Posey Park
Name one movie or TV show filmed at Hunter College.
Spider-Man, Indiana Jones, Gossip Girl, Tick, Tick… Boom!, etc.
What CUNY school is commonly considered Hunter College’s rival?
CUNY Baruch College
Which affiliated Hunter campus was gifted to the school, and which U.S. President once lived there?
Roosevelt House — Franklin D. Roosevelt
Name one student publication or media organization at Hunter College
WHCS Radio, The Envoy, The Olivetree Review, Hunted Hero Comics
What major New York City landmark is located just west of Hunter College and helps define the surrounding neighborhood?
Central Park
Which luxury fashion brand hosted its 2019 Met Gala after-party in Hunter College’s gymnasium?
Gucci
Name one Hunter College sport that is not co-ed.
Swimming, Soccer, Wrestling, or Softball