HQ Function

The main campus houses academic departments, classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, student services, library, athletic facilities, and performing arts spaces.

Notable Features:

Urban campus integrated with the local community, featuring the modern E-building (Atrium) which serves as a central hub, state-of-the-art labs, extensive library resources, and the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center.

Work Culture:

Student-centered and mission-driven, with a collaborative environment among faculty and staff. The culture is characterized by diversity, inclusivity, innovation in teaching, and a strong commitment to supporting student success and community engagement.

HQ Significance:

Serves as a critical gateway to higher education and career advancement for a highly diverse student body, many of whom are first-generation college students or new immigrants. It's a key institution for workforce development in Queens and NYC.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect values of accessibility, diversity, opportunity, innovation in education, and strong community ties.

Location:

LaGuardia Community College primarily serves the New York City metropolitan area but has a significant global dimension through its diverse student body, hailing from over 140 countries. The college offers robust English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and initiatives supporting immigrant integration. While it does not operate international campuses, its focus on global perspectives in curriculum, potential for international student exchange partnerships, and some online course offerings contribute to its global reach and impact.

Street Address:

31-10 Thomson Avenue

City:

Long Island City

State/Province:

New York

Country:

USA