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Employee Campus Announcements, 5/19

In this edition:

  1. Single Sign-On Change to QuickLaunch
  2. RSVP to the Employee Appreciation BBQ
  3. Volunteers Still Needed for Iona's Employee Day of Service
  4. Juneteenth Quaff & Quill: Cookbook Talk with Nicole A. Taylor, 6/6
  5. Challenge Camp Summer 2026 Discount
  6. Campus Signage Policy and Requests
  7. Fall Killian’s Kickoff Booklet Submission Deadline, 7/10
  8. Reserve Your Table for the Fall 2026 Involvement Fair by 8/3
  9. More Important News & Deadlines

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Single Sign-On Change to QuickLaunch

In support of a secure and seamless digital experience for all members of our community, Iona University will transition our single sign-on (SSO) service from OneLogin to QuickLaunch on June 15, 2026. Additional information and details can be found here.

Starting Monday, June 15, 2026, please:

  • Sign in normally using your current Iona username and password.
  • Follow the on-screen prompts to set up multi-factor authentication (MFA); for example, by registering a mobile device or preferred method to receive verification codes.
  • Once MFA is set up, you will use that method when prompted to confirm your identity during future sign-ins.

If you encounter any difficulties signing in, setting up MFA, or need additional support with assistive technology, please contact the IT Help Desk at helpdesk@iona.edu. 

RSVP to the Employee Appreciation BBQ

Please join us for an Employee Appreciation Barbecue on Wednesday, May 20 at 1:30 p.m. The barbecue will take place on the Murphy Green and will include food, games, music and more! The day wouldn't be the same without you, so please RSVP today.

Volunteers Still Needed for Iona's Employee Day of Service

Iona will host its annual Employee Day of Service the morning of May 20 before the barbecue. Employees are invited to participate in a variety of projects with our community partners in New Rochelle and Westchester County. Details on this year's projects and registration information can be found here.

Juneteenth Quaff & Quill: Cookbook Talk with Nicole A. Taylor, 6/6

Join the Institute for Thomas Paine Studies for a conversation about the very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth from food writer and cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor, who draws on her decade of experience observing the holiday.

All-day cookouts with artful salads, bounteous dessert spreads and raised glasses of “red drink” are essential to Juneteenth gatherings. In Watermelon and Red Birds, Taylor puts jubilation on the main stage. As a master storyteller and cook, she bridges the traditional African American table and 21st-century flavors through stories and recipes.

Watermelon and Red Birds contains more than 75 recipes, including drinks such as Afro Egg Cream; dishes including Peach Jam and Molasses Glazed Chicken Thighs; and desserts such as Radish and Ginger Pound Cake. Taylor also provides resources guiding readers to BIPOC-owned hot sauce, jam, spice and waffle mix companies, along with fun gadgets to make your Juneteenth celebration special.

These recipes and the conversation with Taylor will inspire you to host your own gatherings to salute one of the nation’s most important holidays and create moments to savor joy all year long.

RSVP here

When: Saturday, June 6, 4 p.m.
Where: Thomas Paine Cottage Museum, 20 Sicard Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10804

Challenge Camp Summer 2026 Discount

Challenge Camp is pleased to offer Iona University employees a tuition discount for Summer 2026. Camp runs 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday, with optional early drop-off at 8 a.m. and late pick-up at 6 p.m. For more information and to enroll, please visit challengecamps.com.

  • Full Summer Enrollment: 25% off Single Session 
  • Enrollment: 20% off Summer 2026 Dates 
    • Session 1: June 29 – July 24 (4 weeks, closed July 3) 
    • Session 2: July 27 – August 14 (3 weeks) 

Campus Signage Policy and Requests

Please be advised that the policy for signage on campus has been updated and can be accessed here. If you would like to request campus signage, please complete this form.

Fall Killian’s Kickoff Booklet Submission Deadline, 7/10

The deadline to have your event included in the Fall Killian’s Kickoff Booklet is Friday, July 10.

To ensure your event is featured, please submit and tag your event in 25Live with the “Student Event” calendar no later than July 10. This booklet is a key resource for welcoming students back and highlighting events across campus — don’t miss the chance to be included.

If you have any questions, please contact studentactivities@iona.edu.

Thank you for helping make the Fall Killian’s Kickoff a success!

Reserve Your Table for the Fall 2026 Involvement Fair by 8/3

Reserve your table by Monday, August 3, for the Center for Student Engagement’s annual Fall Involvement Fair — one of the most exciting and well-attended events of the semester.

The Involvement Fair is a valuable opportunity to showcase your organization, department or program and connect with students eager to get involved on campus. Students will explore the wide range of co-curricular opportunities available at Iona, learn more about your initiatives and discover ways to engage throughout the academic year.

Table reservations are first-come, first-served, and space is limited. Late requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed. All departments, programs and recognized student clubs/organizations are encouraged to participate.

We recommend bringing:

  • An interactive activity to engage students
  • A calendar of upcoming events
  • Contact information for interested students

All groups are expected to have representation for the full duration of the event.

Reserve your table here

For more information, please contact the Center for Student Engagement at 914-633-2360 or email studentactivities@iona.edu.

When: Thursday, August 27, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Where: Murphy Green

Set-up time: by 10:45 a.m.

RSVP deadline: Monday, August 3

More Important News & Deadlines

Submitted on: May 19, 2026

Submitted by: University Marketing & Communications