9/11 25th Anniversary Events
Flyer Text: 9/11 Memorial & Museum Clean Up
Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
10am-12pm | 180 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10007
Help our friends at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum care for Memorial Plaza, a sacred space where people from all over the world come to honor those lost in the terrorist attack 25 years ago.
We are seeking 20 APPLE Corps volunteers to perform light grounds clean-up on Tuesday, August 25th from 10am-12pm in advance of the 9/11 ceremony.
Students will also have the opportunity to tour and learn about the venue.
Space is limited, please RSVP for meetup location info.
This project is made possible through the generous support of 9/11 Day and AmeriCorps for the 9/11 Day of Service.
Contact csternberg@jjay.cuny.edu to RSVP
Flyer Text: RECALL. REFLECT. REAFFIRM.
Paying tribute to the FDNY that lost 343 firefighters, 55 of whom were John Jay members, on 9/11
John Jay College Flag Planting Tradition
A flag for each life lost on September 11, 2001.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Jay Walk | 1:45 p.m.
Flyer Text: We Remember 9-11-2001 25th Anniversary 9-11-2026
John Jay 9/11 Day of Service
John Jay Blood Drive
Give blood in honor of those who lost their lives as a result of the 9/11 attacks.
Wednesday, September 9 12:00-6:00 p.m.
524 West 59th Street, New York, NY 10019 | L6I
Or Use Your Camera ! to Scan the QR Code
Medical Eligibility Questions?
Call NYBC Community Health at 800-688-0900
This project is made possible through the generous support of 9/11 Day and AmeriCorps for the 9/1l Day of Service.
Flyer Text: We Remember 9-11-2001 25th Anniversary 9-11-2026
Honoring the Legacy of Service and Sacrifice
RECALL, REFLECT. REAFFIRM.
9/11 Anniversary Tribute Ceremony
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Student Dining Hall 1:45 p.m.
The John Jay Community remembers our fallen heroes and the enduring legacy of 9/11 in a special ceremony.
Youtube Account: JohnJayCollegeCUNY
Remembering the Victims and First Responders of the September 11th Attacks.
Reception to follow ceremony.
Flyer Text: HUNGER FREE AMERICA
9/11 DAY OF SERVICE
VIRTUAL DATA DETECTIVES
Join us on 9/11 as a Virtual Data Detective to help verify food pantry and SNAP/WIC listings that connect families to vital resources.
Friday, September 11, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST
Flyer Text: We Remember 25th Anniversary 9-11-2001 9-11-2026
RECALL. REFLECT. REAFFIRM
John Jay 9/11 Day of Service
Winter Kits Pack-a-thon
Make a Difference: Calling all students, faculty, staff and alumni to volunteer! Pack travel-size winter kits for the unhoused in New York City to honor the lives
lost in the 9/11 attacks and the spirit of service in the aftermath
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
1:30-4:00 p.m. | West End, Student Dining Hall
Sign-up link:
Refreshments to follow.
Co-sponsored by APPLE Corps, Athletics, Human Resources, Military and Veteran's Services, Office of External Affairs, Student Council, Student Transition Programs and the Wellness Center in partnership with New York Cares
This event is made possible through funding from 9/11 Day and AmeriCorps for the 9/11 Day of Service.
Flyer Text: We Remember 25th Anniversary
9-11-2001 9-11-2026 Recall. Reflect. Reaffirm.
DeWitt Clinton Park Clean Up for 9/11 Day
Demonstrate your Volunteer Spirit and Environmental Interest
At DeWitt Clinton Park, daffodils were planted as a living memorial to the 9/11 victims. Pitch in with Bloodhounds to beautify this park in honor of the victims and their families, and for the community to enjoy.
Friday, September 18, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | In Person
Questions: externalaffairs@jjay.cuny.edu
This project is made possible through the generous support of 9/11 Day and AmeriCorps for the 9/11 Day of Service.
Flyer Text: We Remember | 25th Anniversary 9-11-2001 | 9-11-2026
World Cares Center Ready Responder Training for 9/11 Day
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
1:45-3:15 p.m. | New Building, 9.64
This 1.5-hour training, led by World Cares Center, will equip participants with basic skills to safely assist organizations, neighbors, and communities when disasters occur.
Training Topics:
- Introduction to Disaster Volunteerism
- Hands-only CPR
- Stop the Bleed
Partners:
- 9/11 Day
- AmeriCorps
- World Cares Center
- John Jay College External Affairs
- CUNY
John Jay College educates fierce advocates for justice, a calling that demands robust debate, rigorous inquiry, and respectful dissent. Consistent with this commitment, we support academic freedom and convene conversations reflecting multiple perspectives. The views expressed at events held at John Jay belong to the speaker(s) and do not represent the opinion of the college.
See Legal and Ethical Guidance: Political Activities and Equal Access
Flyer Text: We Remember | 25th Anniversary 9-11-2001 | 9-11-2026
National Forensic Science Week
Advancements in Forensic Science Following the September 11th Attacks
Thursday, September 24
1:45-3:00 p.m.
Moot Court, 6th Floor
RSVP
Questions: externalaffairs@jjay.cuny.edu
Refreshments will be served.
Partners:
- NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner (9/11 Keeping the Promise, 25 Years)
- John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Flyer Text: We Remember 9-11-2001 25th Anniversary 9-11-2026
RECALL. REFLECT. REAFFIRM.
John Jay 9/11 Day of Service
Canvas of Expression Project
Decorate a reuseable tote bag for an older adult as an expression of kindness to a generation that lived through September 11, 2001.
Monday, September 28, 2026
12:00-3:00 p.m. | Hound Square
Questions? Contact: externalaffairs@jjay.cuny.edu
Supplies will be provided.
Flyer Text: We Remember | 25th Anniversary 9-11-2001 | 9-11-2026
Experience History through Performing Arts
Join us for a staged reading of excerpts from the 25th anniversary reading of The Guys featuring actor Kevin Shea, the only surviving firefighter from Ladder 35 on that day.
Post-Show Talk Back with the Professional Actors, Producer and Playwright
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
1:45 p.m. | Student Dining Hall
Questions: externalaffairs@jjay.cuny.edu
Refreshments will be served
John Jay College educates fierce advocates for justice, a calling that demands robust debate, rigorous inquiry and respectful dissent. Consistent with this commitment, we support academic freedom and convene conversations reflecting multiple perspectives. The views expressed at events held at John Jay belong to the speaker(s) and do not represent the opinion of the college.
See Legal and Ethical Guidance: Political Activities and Equal Access