Maximize Your Teaching and Research with the CUNY Academic Commons
The CUNY Academic Commons is an online platform created for the City University of New York (CUNY) community. It’s designed to support collaboration, communication, and sharing among CUNY faculty, staff, and graduate students.
The CUNY Academic Commons offers an intuitive and easy-to-use platform designed for faculty to enhance collaboration, share resources, and engage with the broader CUNY community. Whether you’re new to online tools or a seasoned user, the Commons is designed to be accessible for everyone—no need for FTP or complicated setup.
Great for
- Class blogs or course hubs
- Research collaboration
- Professional portfolios
- Departmental or project sites
Key Features
- WordPress-based websites: Users can create sites for courses, research projects, or personal academic work.
- Groups & Forums: Create or join groups for departments, research interests, or events, and communicate via forums or messaging.
- Profiles & Networking: Build a professional academic profile and connect with colleagues across the CUNY system.
- Plugins & Themes: Offers a variety of tools to customize your site or group, including scholarly tools and collaborative platforms.
- Open Source: Built using open-source tools, encouraging openness and innovation in academic work.
Who It’s For
- Faculty, graduate students, and staff from any CUNY college or institution.
Think of it as a mix of WordPress, social networking, and academic collaboration tailored to the CUNY universe.
How to get started
With its simple interface and user-friendly design, getting started is a breeze. If you haven’t joined yet, get started by visiting the Getting Started Guide. For support, contact help@commons.gc.cuny.edu.