Encounters Magazine

03/10/2026

03/08/2026

Join us for the Zine Launch Party at the Writing Center, Room 8-185!

During Club Hours: 12:30-2:30PM

05/24/2020

The semester has come to an end but our events haven't! Join Encounters Magazine at our next ADOBE Workshop with Illustrator! To learn how to make a business card tune in on ZOOM @ 2:30pm! We hope to see you there. (RSVP for details)🤩

05/22/2020

Yesterday, Encounters Magazine & our literary coalition partners called on Mayor Bill de Blasio to expand funding to literary artists hit hard by the COVID19 pandemic in next year's fiscal budget.

If you as a vital force of city life and among New York's students, add your name and share this petition today:

Mayor De Blasio: Expand COVID19 relief funding to NYC's literary arts community

05/03/2020

In case you missed our virtual Open Mic Night last Friday, here’s a recorded video of all the wonderful performances for you to check out! 👏👏

Thank you all for attending and showcasing your talent! 🤩

04/26/2020

If you missed our ADOBE zoom Workshop on 'how to make a flyer with InDesign' you are in luck! The Encounters team made sure to record the video, so check it out and learn some valuable skills!
Also sign up for an ADOBE 1-month FREE TRIAL at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScd4Oh1GINc13DY97N-fqRqCRZ9qbb6TYAmaWv71s8FMnv04g/viewform
Enjoy& stay safe and sane✨

04/26/2020

Hey guys! ADOBE is having a MEME -OFF for a chance to win a prize. The deadline is today ⚡️⚡️✨Make sure you enter!
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GUIDELINES:

NO PURCH NEC. Open to legal residents of the 48 U.S. / D.C., age 18+. Void in AK, HI, and where prohibited. Starts 3/9/20; ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on 4/26/20 with two (2) entry periods: 3/9/20 – 3/29/19 and 4/6/20 – 4/26/20. For full Official Rules, see link in bio.

PRIZES:

A FREE ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO ADOBE CC! Plus, a $100 Amazon Gift Card and Party Pack by Insomnia Cookies (or similar) for all of your friends PLUS A ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO ADOBE CC!!!

04/25/2020

✨ Encounters Magazine would like to invite you to our virtual OPEN MIC NIGHT ✨

We are providing you a platform to showcase your talent in poetry, spoken word, or music performances 🤩 Don’t be shy, come on and hang out with us!

Sign up today via: https://forms.gle/asnTcc5Cu5APN3WJ8

Time: 04/30/2020 @ 6pm
Zoom meeting ID: 313 347 3641

04/08/2020

“JUMP” by Samantha Sanchez. Published in the 2019 Fall Edition of Encounters Magazine.

04/05/2020

✨Encounters Magazine invites you to our virtual Adobe Workshop on 04/09✨
Stay connected and creative with us in these strange and uncertain times by learning how to create a flyer with InDesign💡🙌
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Details on Zoom meeting will be updated on our page. Stay tuned!

04/02/2020

“Bodegas are integral parts of New York City identity, economy, and community, but Bronx born entrepreneur Dinorah Peña added another level to the term bodega.”

To read more about Dinorah and her business ( ) click the link in our bio and read the article written by Katherine Hernández.

Take note of this business so that you can help support them after the lock down!

04/02/2020

“Though some people may not take pole dancing seriously, or don’t see the benefit of pole classes for fitness, Rivera has been able to expand her business to include locations in Staten Island and East Harlem.”

Tap the link in our bio to read more about Rivera and her . Article edited by Kenny Fremer.

Take note of this amazing business so that you can help support after the lock down!