Video links for Commencement 2023, May 19-21
SUNY New Paltz will be livestreaming all three ceremonies during our weekend-long Commencement celebration, May 19-21, 2023. You can use
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President’s May 2023 Full Faculty Meeting Report
Dear Colleagues: As we draw to the end of this term, I wanted to share some items of interest and
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Student Research Symposium 2023: 90+ students present original, thought-provoking scholarship
The SUNY New Paltz Student Research Symposium returned on Friday, May 5, as students from across academic disciplines shared outcomes
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Engineering EXPO 2023 brings 16 innovative prototypes and projects to SUNY New Paltz
More than 70 SUNY New Paltz students in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering showcased innovative capstone projects and prototypes at
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Professor of Business Kevin Caskey joins ranks of SUNY Distinguished Service Professors
Professor Kevin Caskey has become the 16th SUNY New Paltz faculty member and first from the School of Business
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Alexis Smith named Salutatorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
Alexis Smith ’23 (Psychology) has been focused on achieving a career working with youth as a licensed mental health clinician
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Joanie Quinones named Valedictorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
When Joanie Quinones ’23 (Communication Studies-Organizational) thinks back to her first time at SUNY New Paltz, during its Accepted Students
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EOP student excellence award winner Brianna Hicks ’23 reflects on journey as student leader
Arriving at SUNY New Paltz in the fall of 2019 was something of a culture shock for Educational Opportunity Program
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The Hon. Kevin R. Bryant ’93, New York State Supreme Court Justice of the Third Judicial District of New York, will deliver the Saturday Commencement address at SUNY New Paltz on May 20, 2023
On May 20, 2023, SUNY New Paltz will welcome distinguished alumnus, the Hon. Kevin R. Bryant ’93 (Political Science), Justice
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl ’95 at 2023 Commencement ceremony
SUNY New Paltz will welcome Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl ’95 (International Relations), an internationally recognized leader in the
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Thinking about retirement? Two information sessions available in June
Are you thinking of retiring in the next few years? The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion and EAP
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SUNY Excellence: Six New Paltz faculty and staff receive Chancellor’s Awards for 2023
Six SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff have been recognized for outstanding scholarship, teaching and service to the campus community
Read MoreGenerous bequest from Arthur Delaney ’53 will support Sojourner Truth Library
The SUNY New Paltz Foundation and the Sojourner Truth Library are pleased to announce a $525,000 bequest that forwards the
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As classes end, Holistic Hawks hosts series of #StressBusters
With the spring 2023 semester winding to a close, the College’s Holistic Hawks committee is offering 30 Stressbuster events from
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Annual scholarship reception celebrates students and donors during the Inauguration of President Wheeler
SUNY New Paltz Foundation scholarship recipients and their guests met with donors, alumni, faculty and Foundation Board members at the
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University appoints three new members to Engineering Advisory Board
The SUNY New Paltz Division of Engineering Programs is pleased to announce the appointment of three distinguished new members of
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President’s May 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dear Colleagues: Our campus community is fast approaching the end of another academic cycle, with May Commencement only a few
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SUNY New Paltz Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, May 10
The SUNY New Paltz Council will hold its next meeting at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, in Haggerty
Read More‘Notes for Tomorrow’ exhibition opens June 17 at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is proud to present “Notes for Tomorrow,” an exhibition
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Students: The end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency may affect your eligibility for SNAP benefits
SUNY is advising students across the state system that, 30 days after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency ends on May
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Graduating seniors pen letters of gratitude to New Paltz community
As a show of appreciation, 280 SUNY New Paltz graduating seniors wrote letters of gratitude to members of our faculty
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May 10: WellNYS webinar on fitting in your favorite physical activity
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things people can do to improve their health, but the challenge
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The May 2023 WellNYS challenge: Choose your favorite activity to keep fit
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for May 2023, which encourages employees to
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Tattoo Talk: Stephanie Rott ’23 (Graphic Design) curates student ink stories for graphic design thesis
For her Graphic Design senior thesis, Stephanie Rott ’23 sought to display SUNY New Paltz students’ personal graphic art
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Department of Theatre Arts joins Broadway Green Alliance
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz is now an official member of the Broadway Green Alliance (BGA)
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2024 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 for
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Arbor Day Campus Tree Walk tour April 28
Starting at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 28, the SUNY New Paltz Tree Committee invites you on an Arbor Day-themed
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Psychology Professor Giordana Grossi publishes book tribute to groundbreaking work of late neuroscientist
Psychology Professor Giordana Grossi is co-editor of “Changing Brains: Essays on Neuroplasticity in Honor of Helen J. Neville,” published by
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Student Association Elections open now through Thursday, April 27, at noon
Attention students! Don’t forget to vote in the New Paltz Student Association elections, which includes electing the 2023-2024 Executive Board
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Seventeen outstanding New Paltz students earn President’s Awards for 2023
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the President’s Award for Student Excellence, a campus-level honor
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Four New Paltz students honored with 2023 SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence
Four SUNY New Paltz students received Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence at a SUNY-wide award ceremony on Monday, April 24,
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EOP to honor its best and brightest at 2023 XAE induction
The Educational Opportunity Program at the State University of New York New Paltz will host the 19th Annual Chi
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The impact of SUNY New Paltz: Inauguration concludes with a conversation on University and community stewardship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler concluded on Friday, April 21, with an engaging
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SUNY New Paltz celebrates the Inauguration of ninth President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler
NEW PALTZ – The SUNY New Paltz community celebrated the Inauguration of President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler at an Investiture Ceremony
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The transformative power of higher education: Inauguration kicks off with celebration of student-faculty collaboration and scholarship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler began on Wednesday, April 19, with a forum and
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Video links for Inauguration events, April 19-21
For those who are unable to attend the Inauguration of President Darrell P. Wheeler, April 19-21, the University will be
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Our University, Our Future: Inauguration program concludes April 21 with conversation about SUNY New Paltz’s impact in the community
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr. Darrell
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Our University, Our Future: Inauguration kicks off April 19 with celebrations of the power of public higher education
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr.
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Our University, Our Future – Inaugural events include panel discussions, student/faculty research and more
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr.
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz to celebrate the Inauguration of ninth President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler
NEW PALTZ – Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler will be installed formally on April 20, 2023, as SUNY New Paltz’s ninth president — the first
Read MoreSpring 2023 alumni events celebrate nostalgia, success of the University
This March, more than 100 alumni and former and current faculty members gathered to meet with President Darrell P. Wheeler
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Kaitlyn Kociela Taylor practices sustainability as Costume Shop Manager
The SUNY New Paltz Mainstage Production series never stays in the same time or place for long. The recent history
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Assistant Professor Ellie Mellon’s chapter on ethics in behavioral analysis selected for World Health Day resource center
Ellie Mellon, assistant professor of teaching & learning, is co-author of a chapter that was selected for publication in Elsevier’s
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Let’s play kickball! Teams can sign up now for annual tournament on May 11
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff are invited to unwind at the end of the spring 2023 semester
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The April 2023 WellNYS challenge: Stick to a budget
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2023, which encourages employees to
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Associate Professor Catherine Herne recognized by American Association of Physics Teachers
SUNY New Paltz Associate Professor of Physics Catherine Herne is the 2023 recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers
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CSEA Employees: You can apply for tuition reimbursement for 2023-24 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the New York State and CSEA Partnership’s 2023-2024 Tuition Benefits Program for eligible
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President’s April 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dear Faculty and Staff: I wish you all a successful and sane end to the semester. Be sure to take
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Deadline extended: Call for SUNY Diversity Fellows
SUNY notified campuses on Monday, April 3, that they had detected a technical issue with the SUNY Diversity Fellows application
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Employee waiver of holiday compensation enrollment open from April 2 – May 15, 2023
The collective bargaining agreements between New York State and CSEA, NYSCOPBA, PBANYS, and PEF allow employee waiver of holiday compensation.
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William McClure, Queens College Dean, will assume role as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at SUNY New Paltz effective July 6, 2023
William McClure, Ph.D., who currently serves as Dean of Faculty in the School of Arts and Humanities at Queens College,
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2023
The Benefits Office at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program
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Questionable Authorities concert to raise funds for the Student Crisis Fund
Questionable Authorities is hosting its annual fundraiser on April 14, 2023, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Bacchus Restaurant in New Paltz.
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Poetry and prose wanted! Students are invited to submit for Celebration of Writing Day, May 5
UPDATED with new submission deadline information. Deadline is now April 20, 2023 The annual Celebration of Writing Day at SUNY
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Mental Health Awareness Day highlights support and resources for students, March 28
The spring 2023 Mental Health Awareness Day is taking place this Tuesday, March 28. The main event is the Mental Health Fair from
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Students in Action: Young campus activists discuss their journeys in social movements at SUNY New Paltz and beyond
From the Civil Rights era of the 1960s to the social justice movements of today, SUNY New Paltz has a
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University presents honorary doctoral degree to Lily McNair, first woman president of Tuskegee University
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler presented an honorary doctoral degree to Lily McNair, Ph.D., former Tuskegee University president
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Colleagues gather at the Library to celebrate faculty authorship
A campus tradition made a happy return on Tuesday, March 7, as SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff
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Come swap children’s clothes, toys and books at the Theatre Costume Shop, March 31
After a successful exchange last December, the Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz invites the community to
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Lou Roper featured on Academic Minute discussing the early history of slavery in America
Lou Roper, professor in the Department of History and a SUNY Distinguished Professor, appeared on the March 10, 2023, episode
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Exterior work on Jacobson Faculty Tower, March 13-24
Some exterior work at Jacobsen Faculty Tower planned for March 13-24 may affect normal pedestrian routes around the building. Verizon
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Women’s Leadership Summit returns to SUNY New Paltz March 29
The University will welcome more than 40 SUNY New Paltz alumnae back to campus on March 29, 2023, for the
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So much information, so little time: Emmy award-winning news anchor Chris Hayes speaks at New Paltz about ‘Life in the Attention Age’
Award-winning news anchor for MSNBC Chris Hayes captured the attention of a sold-out crowd of campus community members during SUNY
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FAQs for faculty about online training and certification in 2023
Why did we launch the new training? New SUNY-wide Brightspace platform means everyone must learn new platform Legal requirement to make online
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The March 2023 WellNYS challenge: Build a healthy plate
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for March 2023, which encourages employees to
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President’s March 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
It is my pleasure to share this month’s academic, personnel, budgetary and programming updates. Personnel Updates: Provost Search: Our finalists
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Dorsky Museum honored with Museum Association of New York Award of Distinction
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz has received a 2023 Museum Association of New York (MANY)
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Students speak at undergraduate medieval and early modern studies conference
Two New Paltz students recently presented their work at the 7th Annual Hudson Valley Medieval and Early Modern Studies
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Financial tools and programs for employees during America Saves Week
SUNY is taking advantage of America Saves Week, which runs this year from Feb. 27 – March 3, to remind
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New CSEA Adult Education Basics Program: Effective Reading Skills 1
A new six-week course is available to help CSEA-represented NYS employees read and understand written materials. Participants who sign up
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President Wheeler selected as American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare Fellow
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell Wheeler was selected one of 14 new American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare
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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2023 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the acquisition of new artwork by
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March 3: 28th annual Multicultural Education Conference
The School of Education at SUNY New Paltz invites education professionals, parents, students, and community members to the 28th annual Multicultural
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Students: Applications now open for Alternative Spring Break 2023
SUNY New Paltz’s Alternative Spring Break tradition is back, giving students an opportunity to join a team of
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“Life in the Attention Age”: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Chris Hayes, March 4
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an afternoon with Chris Hayes, Emmy-winning host, “All In with Chris
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Black History Month 2023 at New Paltz: Events for students, faculty and staff
All across campus, academic departments and other units are organizing events and programs to help our community learn, reflect
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Rebecca Shaw ’22 sparks conversation on sustainable fashion with research project
Rebecca Shaw ’22 (Business) always considered herself aware of environmental issues, but it wasn’t until she studied fast fashion in
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LGBTQ+ Allies workshops in February for all campus community members
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion is hosting two sets of workshops this month for students, staff and
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz Council schedules its next meeting for Thursday, Feb. 9
The SUNY New Paltz Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9. This will be
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Protect yourself during cold weather forecasted for Friday, Feb. 3, into Saturday, Feb. 4
With sub-zero temperatures forecasted in the New Paltz area on Feb. 3 and 4, the University shares the following
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Campus Food Pantry hosting an open house Feb. 8; open on weekdays thereafter
The Campus Food Pantry invites you to an Open House on Feb. 8 from 2 – 5 p.m. to learn
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Assistant Professor of Communication Lauren Mark publishes research article on media portrayal of Asian Americans
Lauren Mark, assistant professor of communication, published an article on the Asian American “model minority” myth in media titled “Dancing
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Susan M. Frey appointed Dean of the Sojourner Truth Library
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share that Susan M. Frey, Ph.D., who most recently served as university librarian and
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Best of the best: New Paltz School of Business earns AACSB reaccreditation
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business has met all standards and qualifications to retain AACSB International accreditation,
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President’s February 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
I hope you are all settling into the second half of this academic year and gearing up for an exciting
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Terra Foundation for American Art awards Dorsky Museum $71,000 grant for exhibition on art in New York in the 1920s
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is the recipient of a $71,000 exhibitions grant from the
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Free Income Tax Assistance available through School of Business for 2023
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business announces the return of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides
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COVID-19 booster appointments available to students at the Health Center this February
The Student Health Service is offering appointments and walk-in clinics to help SUNY New Paltz students protect themselves with the
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Transit Survey: Campus community invited to share thoughts on local public transportation
The SUNY New Paltz Student Association shared the following message via email on Jan. 25, 2023: Good Morning students, faculty,
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Skills for Success: CSEA employees can enroll in over 80 courses and webinars for spring 2023
The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is pleased to announce the spring 2023 Skills for Success program. These
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The February 2023 WellNYS challenge: Explore the eight wellness dimensions
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for February 2023, which encourages employees to
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University mourns death of Dr. Zelbert Moore, Professor Emeritus of Black Studies
It is with great sadness that the University shares news of the death of Dr. Zelbert Moore, professor emeritus and
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Introducing Andrew Mantell, new Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Mantell as the University’s new Executive Director of Undergraduate
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Ulster County Legislator and New Paltz alumnus Abe Uchitelle ’10 appointed to the College Council
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Abe Uchitelle ’10 (Political Science) to the SUNY New Paltz College Council. Uchitelle
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Info for employees about the annual, mandatory information security awareness training for 2023
The following information was shared with all faculty and staff via email on Jan. 10, 2023 SUNY New Paltz’s annual information security awareness training
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University publishes fall 2022 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester, honoring undergraduate students who excel academically and
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Michael Corbisiero appointed chief of University Police Department
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce that Michael Corbisiero has been appointed chief of the University Police Department (UPD)
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Spring 2023 COVID-19 policies for SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff
SUNY New Paltz has updated its COVID-19 policies for the spring 2023 semester, following guidance from federal, state and local
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The January 2023 WellNYS challenge: Share an inspirational quote every day
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for January 2023, which encourages employees to
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Fall 2022 Business Plan Contest showcases student entrepreneurial spirit
A campus tradition returned as the fall 2022 semester came to a close, with both undergraduate and graduate students presenting
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