Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
UPDATE: On Aug. 23, 2021, the FDA gave full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, and SUNY’s policy requiring all SUNY
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Author: Andrew Bruso
May 11, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, May 10,
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We have more vaccines! Students can still get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
SUNY New Paltz’s Student Health Service has additional supply of the single-dose, Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and will continue providing
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How to check your cap & gown order status at herffjones.com
If you’re getting ready for graduation but are waiting to receive your cap & gown, you can quickly check the
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May 10, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered on campus, and the student is isolating off campus.
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On-campus COVID-19 testing will continue this summer at College Terrace
SUNY’s mandatory weekly COVID-19 testing policy will remain in effect this summer for our on-campus population, and the College will
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Effective May 17, vaccinated people are exempt from SUNY’s weekly testing requirement
All members of our community who have been fully vaccinated AND submitted their vaccination info to the College through my.newpaltz.edu
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Human Research Ethics Board can now review and approve research involving incarcerated people
The Human Research Ethics Board at SUNY New Paltz, which reviews all human subjects research conducted by members of the
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May 7, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, May 6,
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Employees: Three simple steps to help you plan for retirement
The following message was sent by email to all faculty and staff on May 7. Dear Colleagues, Are you considering
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Eight New Paltz faculty and staff named SUNY Chancellor’s Awardees
Eight SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff have been recognized for outstanding scholarship, teaching and service to the campus community
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May 6, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, May 5,
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Summer hours to begin Monday, May 17
Dear Colleagues, As we begin to close this challenging academic year, we look forward to resuming traditions such as Commencement.
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Answers to your questions about campus air filtration systems
The College has heard recently from members of our community who have questions about the state of campus air filtration
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Emily Bazinet ’08g appointed Director of the Center for Student Engagement
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Bazinet ’08g (Humanistic/Multicultural Education) as director of the Center
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May 5, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, May 4,
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Get moving! The WellNYS challenge for May is all about staying active
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for May 2021, with a simple call
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Get your Commencement swag here! Info on Senior Toast glasses, new Instagram stickers and the Senior Gift
We’re getting excited for Commencement 2021 and want to share some information about how our graduates-to-be can get in on
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New Paltz School of Business triumphs at 2021 Mid-Hudson Regional Business Plan Competition
Teams of students representing SUNY New Paltz won four out of five first-place prizes in the 2021 Mid-Hudson Regional Business
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May 4, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, May 3,
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May 3, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered off campus, and the student is isolating off campus.
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Employees: Have questions about the Deferred Compensation Plan? Set up a quick meeting with an advisor today
SUNY New Paltz’s representative at the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan invites all employees to schedule an appointment to
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SUNY New Paltz helping New York Air National Guard members fulfill education requirements
The Office of Veteran & Military Services at SUNY New Paltz is collaborating with the New York Air National Guard
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April 30, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, April 29,
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April 29, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered on campus, and the student is isolating on campus.
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Pascha McTyson withdraws acceptance of Director of Student Engagement position
SUNY New Paltz has received notification from Pascha McTyson that she is withdrawing her acceptance of the Director of Student
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New on your my.newpaltz COVID-19 profile: A voluntary option to share vaccination info
All students, faculty and staff now have the option of sharing information about their vaccination status with the College via
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April 28, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Four students have tested positive for COVID-19. All four tests were administered on campus. Two of the students are isolating
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2022 NEH Summer Stipend applications now open: Here’s what faculty need to know
SUNY New Paltz faculty can now apply for support from the National Endowment of the Humanities (NEH) Summer Stipends program
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Graduating this spring? Set up your Commencement slide today!
The following email was sent to graduating students by email on April 27. Dear SUNY New Paltz graduates and graduates-to-be,
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April 27, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, April 26,
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Children can sign up now for summer literacy tutoring through SUNY New Paltz
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to offer a Summer 2021 Tutoring Program for children in grades
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Test Before You Go: Weekly testing will continue through the end of the spring semester
SUNY’s mandatory weekly COVID-19 testing policy will remain in effect through the end of the spring semester for anyone who
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April 26, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Four students have tested positive for COVID-19. All four tests were administered on campus. Two of the students are isolating
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Ana Maria Farina ’21g wins prestigious College Art Association fellowship
MFA student Ana Maria Farina ’21g (Studio Art) has been named the 2021 recipient of the College Art Association (CAA)
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Call for Mentor Teachers! Peer Instructional Design Program will return for 2021-22
The Offices of the Provost, Graduate & Extended Learning, and Instructional Technology, together with the Faculty Senate Committee on Educational
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An in-person fall experience: Update on our planning for next semester
SUNY New Paltz is planning to provide a traditional, safe, in-person experience for students in fall 2021, consistent with continued
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April 23, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other off campus. One student
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Telecommuting Pilot Programs extended through Friday, July 2, 2021
The College can confirm that the pilot telecommuting programs for CSEA, DC 37, UUP, PEF and M/C represented employees will
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College will form Carbon Neutrality Task Force to set strategy and target date for becoming a zero-net-carbon campus
As millions around the world celebrate Earth Day 2021, SUNY New Paltz is moving forward with plans to establish a
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Carbon Neutrality Task Force charges
SUNY New Paltz has announced plans to establish a Carbon Neutrality Task Force to identify a target date and a
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April 22, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered off campus, and the student is isolating off campus.
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Student Association announces results of 2021-22 election
The following message was sent to all students via email on April 16. We are writing to announce the results
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Reflections on the Chauvin verdict, and what remains to be done
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff by email on April 21. Dear Members of the
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April 21, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered off campus, and the student is isolating off campus.
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Meet us in the showroom: Stratasys 3D printing tour comes to SUNY New Paltz April 30
The longstanding partnership between SUNY New Paltz and Stratasys, the worldwide leader in 3D printing, continues on Friday, April 30,
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Be on guard: New IRS imposter scam is targeting colleges
Students, faculty, and staff should be aware of a new way in which criminals are attempting to steal personal information by
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April 20, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other off campus. One student
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SUNY COIL Commons: A six-week, six-credit summer course based on the Sustainable Development Goals
All SUNY students are invited to apply to the 2021 COIL Commons Summer Program, a global learning experience that runs
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Contemplative space construction project will soon go to bid after pandemic-related delays
SUNY New Paltz is moving forward with plans to construct a new contemplative space on campus near the Peregrine Complex,
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April 19, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other off campus. Both students
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Walk-in vaccination in Ulster County on April 19, 20 & 24
Ulster County is hosting COVID-19 vaccination clinics with no appointment necessary at three local sites this week. The county will
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Mourning Daunte Wright
The following message was shared with all members of our campus community via email on April 16. Dear SUNY New
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April 16, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has received no new reports of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our in-person community as of yesterday, April 15,
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Thursday, April 22
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 22, via teleconference.
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Update on the approved New York State budget
The following message was sent to all faculty and staff via email on April 15. Dear Faculty and Staff, We
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This weekend: Theatre Arts presents stage readings of “Romeo and Juliet,” translated for modern audiences
The Department of Theatre Arts continues its 2020-2021 production season with live-streamed, onstage readings of “Romeo and Juliet,” a modern
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April 15, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Six students have tested positive for COVID-19. All six tests were administered on campus. All six students are isolating off
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2021
The Benefits Office is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program (B-140W) and the UUP
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Two New Paltz students earn SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for outstanding scholarship and service
The College congratulates Ashleigh Arrington ’21 (Chemistry; Mathematics) and Isma Rajpura ’21 (Biology) for being named recipients of the
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April 14, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered off campus, and the student is isolating off campus.
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Spring cleaning comes to the Village! Join the 25th Annual New Paltz Clean Sweep
All members of the campus community are invited to join with our neighbors in the Village of New Paltz for
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What if you tested positive tomorrow? Protect friends and loved ones by being honest with contact tracers
Think about all the people you encounter over the course of a few days: Family members, friends, coworkers, significant others.
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April 13, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other off campus. Both students
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April 15: A Mind, Body, Spirit Day dedicated to movement and celebration
On Thursday, April 15, our third Mind, Body, Spirit Day of the spring 2021 semester embraces the season of renewal
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Ramadan observances begin this evening for many members of our community
The following message was sent via email to all students, faculty and staff on April 12. Dear Members of the
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Brief update on the approved 2021-22 New York State budget
The following message was sent to all faculty and staff via email on April 12. Dear Faculty and Staff: Now
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April 12, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. Both tests were administered on campus. Both students are isolating off campus. Twelve
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Annual information security awareness training begins April 12
SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff are asked to complete information security awareness training beginning Monday, April 12. The training
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National J&J vaccine shortage means no on-campus supply for week of April 12-16
Student Health Services received word on Friday, April 9, that the College’s on-campus vaccination site will not receive any supply
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Students: Use Engage to vote in SA elections, April 12 – 15
New Paltz Student Association (SA) elections start Monday, April 12, and all students can vote by logging into Engage and
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SUNY and UUP further extend Tenure Clock for academic employees
The following message was sent to all faculty and staff via email on April 9. At the SUNY Board of
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April 9, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other off campus. Both students
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Guidance for fully vaccinated members of our community
Across the country and in Ulster County, the number of people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is on the
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SUNY New Paltz appoints Renee Bostic as Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation
The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Bostic as Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation at SUNY
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Reminders about Incomplete Grades from Records & Registration
At the end of every semester, the Office of Records & Registration receives many questions about awarding incomplete grades, so
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April 8, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Three students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other two off campus. One
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Two updates for UUP employees: Agreement on Voluntary Reduction in Work Schedule extension, and Holiday Compensation in Lieu of Compensation Time window now open
United University Professions (UUP) and the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) have reached an agreement with respect to extending
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SUNYAC spring sports schedule will continue without fans
The following press release was issued by the SUNY Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) on April 7. SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The State
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Commencement 2021 update: We are planning a series of smaller in-person ceremonies; Plans are subject to change based on COVID-19 numbers and public health guidance
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share that we intend to hold a series of smaller, shorter, in-person Commencement ceremonies
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April 7, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Five students and one employee have tested positive for COVID-19. All six tests were administered on campus. Two students are
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Faculty: Join the GE Board to discuss the future of SUNY General Education, April 14
The General Education (GE) Board at SUNY New Paltz invites all faculty to join a dialogue about a new report
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Transportation resources for students planning vaccination
The Division of Student Affairs offers the following information about services that may be available to help students get to
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Chancellor Malatras Announces Program to Begin More Easily Vaccinating SUNY Residential Students Prior to Spring Semester Departure Using One Dose Vaccine
The following press release was issued by the State University of New York on April 6, 2021. For Immediate Release:
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April 6, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Three students and one employee have tested positive for COVID-19. All four tests were administered off campus, and all four
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Addressing Anti-Asian and Asian American Bias and the Chauvin trial
The following message was sent to students via email on April 5. Dear Students: We write to share thoughts and
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Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act does not change SUNY campus policies
The following message was sent to all students and employees via email on April 5. Dear Members of the Campus
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April 5, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Seven students have tested positive for COVID-19. All seven tests were administered on campus. Two students are isolating on campus,
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April 2, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive for COVID-19. One test was administered on campus, and the other was administered off campus.
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“Story-Listening for Social Change”: Distinguished Speaker Series presents a virtual evening with Zaheer Ali on April 12
SUNY New Paltz will welcome oral historian and educator Zaheer Ali to deliver the spring 2021 Distinguished Speaker Series Address,
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Banner system upgrade this weekend means some applications, including COVID-19 profile and screening, will be unavailable
Banner, a program the College uses to manage student records and other information, will undergo a server upgrade beginning at
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History professor gives virtual talk on founding of Schenectady
Faculty: Do you have news to share with friends and colleagues? Please use this link to tell us about your
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April 1, 2021, report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive for COVID-19. The test was administered on campus, and the student is isolating on campus.
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Two important changes to the process of enrolling for classes for fall 2021
The College is implementing some small but significant changes to the course registration process for 2021. As a reminder, course
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How’s your financial fitness? Give yourself a checkup with the WellNYS challenge for April
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2021, with a call for
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Students: Share your scholarship at the Student Research Symposium
The Student Research Symposium, New Paltz’s annual showcase of student-faculty scholarship, will return this year on Friday, April 30, in
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New Paltz named a Top 25 Best Value nationwide in 2021 College Consensus ranking
SUNY New Paltz was rated No. 25 on College’s Consensus’s 2021 list of the Best Value Colleges & Universities in
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March 31 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Seven students and one employee have tested positive for COVID-19. Five tests were administered on campus, and three off campus.
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Events and programs from the Title IX Working Group
For Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2021, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center is focusing on a campaign to build safe
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Updates from GOER on Holiday Compensation Time and Liquidation of Compensatory Time
The Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) has issued the following information regarding waiver of holiday compensation time and extension
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