Art History Associate Professor Keely Heuer is the 2022 Mentor of the Year
In a time-honored tradition, Associate Professor of Art History Keely Heuer was awarded this year’s Undergraduate Research Mentor of the
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Student Research Symposium 2022: 90+ students present original, timely scholarship
The SUNY New Paltz Student Research Symposium returned on Friday, May 6, as students from across academic disciplines shared outcomes
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A tale of two eras: As Commencement approaches, New Paltz students reflect on the before and after of COVID-19
For many members of the SUNY New Paltz class of 2022, the “college experience” has been a fractured thing: two
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Spring 2022 BFA Thesis Exhibition (Photos)
A beloved Department of Art tradition returned to the SUNY New Paltz campus this spring, as dozens of undergraduate and
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Bringing cultures together: New Paltz Multicultural Fair is a global celebration
SUNY New Paltz is fortunate to be a home away from home to hundreds of international students from the world
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New Paltz MFA in the Top 20 nationwide in 2022 Best Value Schools ranking
The MFA at SUNY New Paltz was rated No. 19 on Best Value Schools’ 2022 list of the Best Schools
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Holistic Hawks hosts series of #StressBusters to mark the end of the year
With the spring 2022 semester winding down, the College’s Holistic Hawks committee is offering 28 events and 27 special fitness
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Barton Gellman gives address at SUNY New Paltz on democracy and national security
Barton Gellman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning staff writer for The Atlantic and SUNY New Paltz’s 2022 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting
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Q&A with student theatre director Nico Torrez ’22
Nico Torrez, ‘22 (Theatre Arts) will be making their directorial debut with a play they conceived at McKenna Theatre. “Pages
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Business students tour the world of luxury real estate at Douglas Elliman in Manhattan
A cohort of SUNY New Paltz business students had a chance to practice the the ever-important skill of networking
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Backpack Give Back: New Paltz Rotary Club packs food for families in need
A host of student organizations are joining forces with the New Paltz Rotary Club on a drive to provide backpacks
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“Vincent Who?” Film screening April 28 looks at the history of Asian hate in America
The Asian Studies Program invites all members of the community to a screening of documentary filmmaker Curtis Chin’s award-winning film
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Professor Andrea Noel, on fellowship in Poland, runs fundraiser to help Ukrainian refugees
Amidst the ongoing Russian-Ukraine conflict, SUNY New Paltz Professor of Teaching & Learning Andrea Noel is working to support Ukrainian
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Mechanical engineering students present at major materials science conference with support from RCSA and AC²
New Paltz students Hugo Ramirez Grijalba ’22 (Mechanical Engineering) and Justin Boswell ’22 (Mechanical Engineering) traveled to Anaheim, California,
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Hard work pays off for EOP Student Excellence award winner Elina Lopez ’22
Elina Lopez ’22 (Psychology) of Tarrytown, New York, knew she wanted to spend the next four years at SUNY New
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Class of 2022 Valedictorian: Martin Benesh
The design and technology concentration in the Department of Theatre Arts may not always get as much time in the
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Class of 2022 Salutatorian: Stephanie Trejo
Stephanie Trejo ’22 (Early Childhood & Childhood Education), a first-generation college student from Mount Kisco, New York, found strength in
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Students share artwork for Autism Acceptance Month
April marks Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity amongst autistic individuals. This year, Autism Acceptance Month reflects a
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Jeff Miller featured on Academic Minute discussing lessons for democracy from ancient Greece
Jeff Miller, associate professor of political science, appeared on the April 18, 2022, episode of WAMC’s nationally syndicated radio program
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Green laundry: Student researcher finds eco-friendly upgrade to Theatre Arts costume chore
SUNY New Paltz’s Department of Theatre Arts puts on multiple productions a year. That means lots of rehearsals, lots
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Curating Blackness through pop culture history: Recap of graphic designer Kelly Walters’ Design Week address
SUNY New Paltz welcomed renowned author, educator and designer Kelly Walters to campus to provide the opening Keynote Address at
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SUNY’s Got Your Back: Join the statewide effort to help violence survivors
A SUNY initiative to create and distribute personal care items for victims and survivors of violence returns to New Paltz
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Mental Health Week highlights support and resources for students, April 10-15
SUNY New Paltz is honoring Mental Health Week 2022 with a full schedule of events from April 10-15 to help
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Legendary disability activist Judy Heumann discusses past, present and future of disability rights
This year’s Disability Studies Series welcomed Judy Heumann, the internationally recognized Disability Rights activist who served under the Clinton and
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A positive example: Airman finds balance taking New Paltz courses toward Community College of the Air Force degree
When Master Sgt. Jeffrey Mills ’23 (Liberal Studies) embarked on completing his associate’s degree through the New York Air National
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Apply now! Literacy tutoring for grades 2-12 returns for the summer
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting applications for the summer 2022 Literacy Tutoring Program, which is
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2022
The Benefits Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition
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Vote! Vote! Vote! Student Association Elections open now through April 7 at noon
Attention students! Don’t forget to vote in the New Paltz Student Association elections, which includes electing the 2022-2023 Executive Board
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A supplier of human connection: Distinguished Speaker Michael Dorf talks wine, music and building community
City Winery Founder and CEO Michael Dorf gave an enlightening lecture on his storied career for SUNY New Paltz’s 14th
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Women’s Leadership Summit returns in person with best and brightest alumnae and leaders
Twenty-eight SUNY New Paltz alumnae and thought leaders offered first-hand career advice on accelerating and achieving professional goals to students
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The April 2022 WellNYS challenge: Plan a vacation!
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2022, and this one is a
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Disability Studies Series welcomes legendary activist Judy Heumann on April 6
SUNY New Paltz is excited to present a virtual event with Judy Heumann, the “internationally recognized bad-ass disability activist”
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Bringing Disability Studies into the classroom: Two critical approaches from Honors Program students
Given the importance of addressing issues related to race, gender, sexuality and culture in educational settings, it can sometimes feel
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Good as gold: SUNY New Paltz is a top Military Friendly® school for eighth-straight year
SUNY New Paltz has once again been recognized for its service for veteran, dependent and active-military students with the Military
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Assistant Professor Adam Stephens receives award for service to LGBTQ+ youth counselors
Adam Stephens, assistant professor of counselor education, recently received the President’s award from the Association for Specialist Group Work (ASGW)
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Can social media be good for us? “Without Limits” panel looks to accentuate the positive
At a historical moment when social media platforms face increasing scrutiny for their role in society and politics, a College
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Human Research Ethics Board announces spring 2022 training
The Human Research Ethics Board (HREB) announces its spring 2022 training program for faculty teaching of research methods and other
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“Context is Everything” in Assistant Professor David Bright’s guide through disinformation
David Bright, assistant professor of counselor education, is guiding readers through technology’s distorting effects on truth and perception with his
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SUNY New Paltz hosts 27th annual Multicultural Education Conference, March 25
The School of Education at SUNY New Paltz invites education professionals, parents, students and community members to the 27th annual
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New book from Associate Professor Jeff Miller looks back to ancient Greece for lessons on a “Democracy in Crisis”
At a turbulent moment in U.S. and global politics, a new book from Jeff Miller, associate professor of political science,
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The March 2022 WellNYS challenge: Avoid distracted eating!
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for March 2022, encouraging state employees to practice
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Dorsky Museum announces call for Hudson Valley Artists 2022
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art invites artists working in all media to submit proposals for its annual exhibition of
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We are not built for this: Interdisciplinary Honors Program thesis delves into the modern mind
The world is changing faster than ever before. Are our brains able to keep pace? That’s the question that New
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History Professor Lou Roper pens article on 17th century colonial slave trade
Lou Roper, professor in the Department of History and a SUNY Distinguished Professor, is the author of a new article
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Our Beloved Community: Black Lives Matter @ School welcomes alumni back for community & action panel
Black Lives Matter @ School hosted and sponsored a number of events for the SUNY New Paltz community in
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Assistant Professor Hyunchul Park published in Electronic Journal of Probability
Assistant Professor of Mathematics Hyunchul Park has original research in the latest issue of the Electronic Journal of Probability, a
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Graduate Program Info Sessions: February 2022
Faculty program directors and graduate admission experts will be meeting virtually with prospective students at info sessions this month, and
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Updated internal deadline guidance for grant proposal development
The Office of Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance has issued updated guidance regarding deadlines, timeframes, and scheduling for grant proposal
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Professor Ilgu Ozler receives Fulbright award to teach and research in Spain
Professor Ilgu Ozler of the Department of Political Science & International Relations has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award
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FDA Deputy Director shares insider’s view of the drug approval process at Harrington STEM Lecture
The spring 2022 Harrington STEM Lecture Series at SUNY New Paltz kicked off with a timely presentation from Acting Deputy
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Q&A with 2022 Ottaway Professor Barton Gellman sparks rousing dialogue about the present and future of U.S. media
On Feb. 7, members of the SUNY New Paltz community had the opportunity to meet Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Barton Gellman,
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Announcing spring 2022 Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience award winners
The College’s Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) program is delighted to announce the winners of the spring 2022 Academic
Read More100 Days to Commencement Senior Celebration 2022
The class of 2022 will kick off the countdown to graduation at the 100 Days to Commencement Senior Celebration,
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Spring Welcome from the Student Association
The following message was sent to all students on Jan. 31, 2022. Dear New Paltz Community, Welcome and welcome
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The February 2022 WellNYS challenge: Envision your life
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for February 2022, encouraging state employees to think
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“Somewhere in Advance of Nowhere” opens Feb. 5 at the Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is delighted to present “Somewhere in Advance of Nowhere: Freedom
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School leadership runs in the family: Three New Windsor sisters pursue careers in education administration together
Growing up in a home where both parents worked in education didn’t guarantee that the Herrera sisters would
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Join the GE Board at General Education Forums on Feb. 2 and 10
All SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff are invited to give feedback on a proposed revision to our General Education
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Barton Gellman named the 2022 Ottaway Visiting Professor of Journalism
The Department of Digital Media & Journalism at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to welcome Barton Gellman to the campus
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Updated mileage rate for employee travel, and other spring 2022 info from the Travel Office
The following information was originally delivered to all faculty and staff via a Jan. 18 email from the Travel Office.
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Global Engagement Program hosts U.N Ambassador to Cuba Yuri Gala Lopes
The SUNY Global Engagement Program hosted a discussion of Cuba’s position in the United Nations with Ambassador Yuri Gala Lopez and
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College publishes fall 2021 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2021 semester, honoring students who excel academically and
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Assistant Professor Megan Sperry discusses Woodstock Film Fest Youth Film Program on Radio Kingston
Megan Sperry, assistant professor of digital media & journalism at SUNY New Paltz, has worked for years as the
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Catherine Collado ’19g awarded Fulbright for program in South Korea
Study Abroad Advisor Catherine Collado ’19g (Business Administration) has been named a recipient of the U.S.-Korea International Education Administrators Award,
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Boost your financial know-how at TIAA workshops this January
All employees are invited to participate in TIAA webinars being offered this month. There are multiple sets of webinars available,
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The January WellNYS challenge: Health over wealth
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for January 2022, encouraging state employees to “set
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CSEA employees can earn a certificate in Microsoft Excel in 2022
If you’re interested in brushing up on your computer skills this new year, you’re in luck! The NYS & CSEA
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New Paltz faculty can now access professional development and resources through the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity
SUNY New Paltz has obtained an Institutional Membership to the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity (NCFDD), a move that
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Literacy tutoring for grades 2-12 returns: Apply now!
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting applications for the spring 2022 Literacy Tutoring Program, which is
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Student presents on medieval history at prestigious undergraduate conference
Student Clara Zonis ‘23 (History) of Schenectady, New York, presented a paper at the 15th Moravian Undergraduate Conference in Medieval
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“She Must Be Fierce”: New chapter from Wendy Vierow considers early 20th century director Margaret Webster
A new anthology on American theatre directors features a chapter from Wendy Vierow, strategic planning & assessment coordinator at SUNY
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Two new updates to the campus hot water system will deliver carbon-use reduction and cost savings
Facilities Management is pleased to share information about two campus infrastructure upgrades that advance SUNY New Paltz’s carbon reduction goals
Read MoreFree concert featuring Moonunitt Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. in the SUB
All members of the campus community are welcome to a free concert featuring New Paltz rock band Moonunitt
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Discretionary Salary Increase guidelines for full- and part-time faculty for 2021
The collective bargaining agreement between United University Professions (UUP) and New York State includes a provision for Discretionary Salary Increases
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Computer science students show off innovative senior projects at close of fall 2021 semester
From library robots to an encryption of a famous World War II code, SUNY New Paltz students from the Department
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Acclaimed neuroscientist extolls the perks of “Good Anxiety”
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences hosted New York University professor and author Dr. Wendy Suzuki for an engaging conversation
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Professor Andrea Noel receives fellowship to support residency in Poland
Professor Andrea Noel of the Department of Teaching & Learning has been named a recipient of an Ulam Programme fellowship
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The December WellNYS challenge: Time for positive affirmation
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for December 2021, “Start Each Day with a
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Nov. 26 is Sojourner Truth Day in Ulster County. These SUNY New Paltz students helped make that happen.
SUNY New Paltz students Briana Gary ’23 (Geography) and Anayathsyn Castillo ’24 (Sociology) are part of a small team of
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Journalist Cindi Leive gives inspiring talk at Hudson Valley Writing Project’s “Still We Rise” seminar
Acclaimed journalist Cindi Leive paid a visit to SUNY New Paltz on Nov. 13 to deliver the keynote address at
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Ceramics students take on history of Huguenot Street for Nov. 20 exhibition
Students in the SUNY New Paltz Ceramics Program will partner with Historic Huguenot Street for its “Insight on Site” exhibition
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“To offer love for our country and freedom”: Campus community raises a toast on Veterans Day
Students, faculty, alumni and staff came together with the local veteran and military community on Veterans Day 2021 to toast
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Global Engagement Program hosts foreign policy talk with Biden admin Assistant Secretary of State Elizabeth Allen, Nov. 17
The SUNY Global Engagement Program invites one and all to attend a discussion of foreign policy with Elizabeth Allen, assistant
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Mental Health Week highlights support and resources for students, Nov. 15 – 19
SUNY New Paltz will host a Mental Health Fair, a film screening of the new Kid Cudi documentary, and other
Read MoreJoin EOP students and staff in supporting local children with a holiday gift
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and our campus chapter of the Chi Alpha Epsilon (XAE) honor society are bringing back
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IRS announces cost-of-living adjustments affecting contribution limits for voluntary savings plans
The IRS has announced the cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) affecting the dollar limits for retirement plans and other retirement-related items for
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Announcing Sustainability Fellows for 2021-22
The Sustainability Faculty Learning Community is pleased to announce the sixth cohort of Sustainability Faculty Fellows, who will join a supportive
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Tax season is right around the corner! Students can receive their tuition statements electronically
There’s a new convenient option available to all SUNY New Paltz students to help them manage tax records electronically. The
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Student-led discussion on Asian hate sparks productive conversation
The SUNY New Paltz Asian and Pacific Islander Student Alliance (APISA) led a wide-ranging conversation on Asian hate in America,
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Announcing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Faculty Fellows for 2021-22
The Faculty Development Center is pleased to announce the 2021-22 cohort of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Faculty Fellows, who will
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for winter 2021-22 and spring 2022
The Benefits Office at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program
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The November WellNYS challenge: A time for thankfulness
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for November 2021, “Practice Thankfulness,” with tips and
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Have a great cookie recipe? Share it with colleagues in the 2021 EAP holiday cookbook!
The annual cookie exchange returns to SUNY New Paltz this holiday season. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will once again
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Professors co-edit new anthology that highlights the #MeToo movement through literature
A new, interdisciplinary anthology edited by two SUNY New Paltz faculty members considers the legacy of the #MeToo movement through
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Virtual seminar on Oct. 29 will look at barriers to transfer students’ success
All members of the campus community are invited to a virtual workshop on Friday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m., featuring
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