Urgent need: The number of students turning to the Purple Apron Food Pantry has doubled this semester—and demand is expected to double again. Help ensure no Hunter student goes hungry while pursuing their goals. Give to the Purple Apron Food Pantry.

News /

Hunter College High School Alumnus Lin-Manuel Miranda (HCHS '98) Receives Touching Message from His 8th Grade Teacher

January 11, 2019
Lin Manuel Miranda and Rembert Herbert

Hunter College High School alumnus and broadway superstar, Lin Manuel-Miranda ('98), received a touching message from his 8th-grade English teacher, Dr. Rembert Herbert, that brought him to tears. Lin suggests that without Dr. Herbert's guidance in school, he may not have gone on to write and compose his award-winning musicals, In the Heights and Hamilton.

Watch the Video on CBS News
PreviousNext
Office of Communications
for media information and more
Hunter on Demand

Enjoy virtual lectures, discussions and readings by members of Hunter’s distinguished faculty.
Join Us

Follow Us

NEWS SPOTLIGHT

November 20, 2025
Hunter Hosts CUNY-Wide Summit on AI in Education

Hunter College’s School of Education convened a landmark conference on November 7 that drew faculty, staff, and administrators from across CUNY.
November 20, 2025
Hunter Students Claim Half of Prestigious CUNY Zeller Scholarships

Five Hunter College undergraduates claimed half of the 10 awards granted this year by the Belle Zeller Scholarship Trust Fund.
See All Spotlight News

EVENTS CALENDAR

Aug 27, 2025 through Nov 22, 2025
Last Art School, a project by Lindsey White

Opening Reception: Wednesday, August 27, 6–9pm ABOUT THE EXHIBITION In Fall 2025, the Hunter College Art Galleries will present Last Art School, ...
Nov 21, 2025
MFA Dance Showcase

These student dance performances will feature four works by Hunter College faculty, including classical modern dance by Alwin Nikolais, as well ...
See All Featured Events