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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Community Engagement
“May you have fair winds and following seas”: Community comes together to celebrate Don and Sandy Christian at their retirement
President Donald P. Christian and Sandy Christian were the guests of honor at three receptions held on campus this month,
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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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A great day to be on campus: On May 6, students across majors and disciplines share their best work
A number of beloved spring semester traditions are back this year at SUNY New Paltz, with a full schedule of
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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
Read MorePhilanthropic support valued at $3 million will establish art programming at SUNY New Paltz
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art and the SUNY New Paltz Foundation are pleased to announce a $3 million bequest
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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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Bart Gellman’s lecture “Secrets, Leaks and the National Security State, ” April 26
The Department of Digital Media & Journalism at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce Barton Gellman’s upcoming lecture titled,
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New Paltz School of Business hosts an Entrepreneur Expo in Hasbrouck Park on April 27
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business invites one and all to its the first-ever Entrepreneur Expo on Wednesday, April
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State-run COVID-19 testing site at College Terrace will cease operations on April 16
The New York State-run COVID-19 testing site hosted at SUNY New Paltz’s College Terrace will be discontinued effective Saturday, April
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BFA & MFA Thesis Exhibitions at the Dorsky Museum, April 29 – May 24
The School of Fine & Performing Arts, Department of Art, and Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz
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More than 100 turn out for Dining Etiquette event hosted by business student clubs
Student leaders from the SUNY New Paltz Management Association and our American Marketing Association chapter hosted an Etiquette Dinner
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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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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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Newest Benjamin Center brief: How Built-in Biases in Assessment Make the Property Tax Even More Regressive in Ulster County
The Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives at SUNY New Paltz has published its 23rd discussion brief, “Adding to the
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April 9, the Department of Theatre Arts celebrates 50 years of excellence and two beloved professors
SUNY New Paltz’s Department of Theatre Arts is inviting students, faculty and alumni to celebrate the legacy of Professor Emeritus
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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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Library services for underserved communities: Odell Winfield will deliver the 15th annual Dennis O’Keefe Lecture on Sept. 15
The Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library will welcome Odell Winfield, the founder and executive director of the Library at
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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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Amateur archaeologists wanted! Nine-credit summer course lets students be part of two digs in Kingston
All New Paltz students are invited to join a one-of-a-kind historical project this summer as part of a Department of
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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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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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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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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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‘Indulge Your Senses: Scaling Intimacy in a Digital World’ event with Michael Dorf, March 28
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an evening with Michael Dorf, founder and CEO of City Winery,
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College announces 40 Under Forty honorees for 2022
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the 40 young alumni honorees for the College’s 2022 40 Under Forty awards. An
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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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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Feb. 28, 2022 (in advance of Mar. 2 Faculty Senate Meeting) I prepared this month’s report keenly aware that it
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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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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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Reminder: Alternate side parking is in effect on many Village of New Paltz streets
The Village of New Paltz reminds residents that Alternate Side Parking is in effect on many streets and roads. This
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Free Income Tax Assistance Available through School of Business
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business announces the return of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Jan. 31, 2022 (in advance of Feb. 2 Faculty Senate Meeting) I hope your first days of the new semester
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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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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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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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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022: Mid-Hudson Valley events and service opportunities
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty, staff and alumni who would like to honor and celebrate the legacy of the
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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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Spring 2022 COVID-19 Info: Community testing site at SUNY New Paltz open Monday – Friday beginning Jan. 11
This is just one element of our campus COVID-19 protocols for the spring 2022 semester. To view a comprehensive summary
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Matching Gift Challenge raises more than $100,000 for Educational Opportunity Program at SUNY New Paltz
When two anonymous donors challenged SUNY New Paltz to raise funds to address the needs of Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
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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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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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Once EOP, always EOP – Give now to support the Educational Opportunity Program at SUNY New Paltz
For many students, the educational gaps that existed before the pandemic—in access, opportunities, achievement, and outcomes—are widening. Fortunately for students in the Educational Opportunity
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“Mary Frank: The Observing Heart,” opens Feb. 5 at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is delighted to present “Mary Frank: The Observing Heart,” an
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14th annual fall Distinguished Speaker Series explores diversity, equity and inclusion with racial equity strategist and educator Dr. Darnisa Amante-Jackson
More than 300 members of the extended campus community tuned in virtually to watch racial equity strategist Dr. Darnisa Amante-Jackson give a powerful lecture on diversity, equity and inclusion for SUNY New
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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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Sign up by Dec. 3 to donate to a cause of your choice through the 2022 SEFA Campaign
Employees who are interested in making charitable donations through payroll deduction can now enrollment in the New York State Employees
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Giving with Friends: Scenes of service and togetherness from New Paltz students
Our students’ resilience this fall, during an unprecedented transition back to the on-campus experience, has been nothing short 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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New Paltz UPD honored with 2021 SUNY Police Chiefs Association Awards
Seven members of the SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD) were honored for life-saving actions and outstanding professionalism
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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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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2021 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz will acquire new artwork from regional artist ransome, titled “Lemonade,”
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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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SUNY New Paltz UPD will adopt use of body cameras following Advisory Committee recommendation
The following announcement was sent to all students, faculty and staff by email on Nov. 15. Dear Campus Community, The
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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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Some new FAQs for in-person events and programs at SUNY New Paltz in 2021-22
As we enter the final weeks of the fall 2021 semester, we can be thankful that COVID-19 cases among students,
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College appoints Dr. Edward Lawson to new position as Assistant Director for Intercultural Relations in the Center for Student Engagement
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward Lawson, J.D., MBA, as Assistant Director for Intercultural Relations
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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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The Dorsky celebrates 20th Anniversary Gala Benefit
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz hosted a sold-out 20th Anniversary Gala Benefit on Oct. 9,
Read MorePut a pin in it: A celebration of generations of alumni and family at New Paltz
The Alumni Generations Student Pinning Ceremony was held on Oct. 2, 2021, during Parent and Family Weekend in Science Hall on
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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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The Ottaway Journalism Program presents: Eyal Press on inequality and “essential workers,” Nov. 16
The James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism program invites all members of the New Paltz community to an
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The Ottaway Journalism Program presents: Bestselling author Deborah Copaken, Nov. 2
The James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism program invites all members of the SUNY New Paltz community to
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Join us for a student-led dialogue on Asian hate in America, Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m.
The SUNY New Paltz Asian and Pacific Islander Student Alliance (APISA) invites all members of the campus community to a
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“Ring out for Climate”: Van den Berg clocktower will chime on Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. for UN Summit
SUNY New Paltz is joining a global call to action to highlight the importance of the 26th annual United Nations
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Every year is an election year! Ulster County Early Voting at SUNY New Paltz, Oct. 23 – 31
The Ulster County Board of Elections will host early voting at the Student Union Building, room 62 (lower level), starting
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Election Day 2021 is Nov. 2: Here’s what you need to know about Political Activity on Campus
The College shares this reminder about State University policy on the use of campus facilities and other resources for campaign-related
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Creating and Manifesting Belonging: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Darnisa Amante-Jackson, Nov. 10
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an evening with Darnisa Amante-Jackson, a racial equity strategist, educator
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The President’s Award for Student Excellence: A new recognition for outstanding New Paltz Hawks
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the creation of the new President’s Award for Student Excellence, a campus-level honor
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Sierra Magazine: New Paltz is a Cool School (thanks to its sustainability efforts)
SUNY New Paltz has again been recognized as one of the 200 most environmentally friendly colleges in the U.S.
Read MoreAll are welcome to a public online meeting to provide feedback on the M.S. in Communication Disorders program, Oct. 18
SUNY New Paltz invites all members of the public to participate in a virtual meeting (via Zoom) on Monday,
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100% online literacy tutoring for children available for fall 2021
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz announces the fall 2021 Literacy Tutoring Program for children in grades 2-12 who
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Winter is coming! Use our Office Availability page for news about reduced and remote staffing
As we look ahead to the inclement weather season, a reminder that information about remote staffing, understaffed offices and temporary
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Science Lab Initiative third and fourth rounds announced at SUNY New Paltz
The Office of New York State Assemblymember Kevin Cahill ’77 (Political Science) and The Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives
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Lessons from Two Decades of Disaster Response: IDMH at SUNY New Paltz will host 17th annual conference, Sept. 29 & 30
The Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) at SUNY New Paltz will reflect on 20 years of emergency management training,
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Campus media relations and social media policies
Staff in the Office of Communication & Marketing are available to work with students, employees and alumni to publicize virtual
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“Follies in America”: Kerry Dean Carso’s new book and exhibition examine garden architecture of the 19th century
Art History Professor Kerry Dean Carso is the author of a new book examining 19th-century American culture through the lens
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Pop-up vaccine clinic for SUNY New Paltz students and employees, Monday, Aug. 30
SUNY New Paltz is partnering with Ulster County to host a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Monday, Aug. 30, at
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Pamela Z, composer/performer and interdisciplinary artist, gives public lecture at SUNY New Paltz on Aug. 26
The SUNY New Paltz School of Fine & Performing Arts will kick off the 2021-22 academic year with special guest
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Welcome and welcome back! Highlights from Moving-In Day 2021
More than 2,600 SUNY New Paltz students are moving into residence halls ahead of the fall 2021 semester, including
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Rooted: Art + Land: Rail Trail Installations co-presented by The Dorsky Museum, Aug. 27-29
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz will co-present a collection of art installations along the Wallkill
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Can solar panels coexist with birds and bees? This team of SUNY New Paltz researchers is looking for answers
New York is emerging as a leader in the movement toward more sustainable energy production. The state has committed
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College requiring vaccination for fall sport athletes
SUNY New Paltz is requiring all fall sport athletes (competing in men’s & women’s cross country and soccer, field hockey,
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Previewing new Dorsky Museum exhibitions for fall 2021
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is pleased share details about three exciting new exhibitions that
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College excited to welcome diverse and academically strong class for in-person fall 2021 semester
More than 1,000 first-year students and about 700 transfer students will join the SUNY New Paltz community for an in-person
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Statement from the Center for International Programs on “A Renewed Commitment to International Education”
On Monday, July 26, the U.S. Departments of State and Education issued a joint statement of principles articulating “A Renewed
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Move-in tips and reminders for students living on campus in fall 2021
The fall semester is almost here, and the Department of Residence Life is excited to welcome students into their campus
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Fall 2021 Athletics Round-Up: Team schedules and previews
New and returning fall athletes at SUNY New Paltz are gearing up for competition this fall, and looking forward to
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PianoSummer returns July 12-16 with new virtual format
PianoSummer at SUNY New Paltz, the international program dedicated solely to piano music, returns July 12-16, 2021, after postponing programming
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SUNY New Paltz exceeds campaign goal – Raises more than $24.7 million in philanthropic support
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the successful completion of Soaring Higher – The Campaign for SUNY New Paltz,
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The Dorsky Museum named among the best in the Hudson Valley in Chronogram readers’ choice awards
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz was named one of the best art museums in the
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Owning Earth: Fine arts students, faculty, alumni featured in Unison Arts exhibition opening June 26
An outdoor sculpture exhibition opening in New Paltz this weekend will showcase work from multiple representatives of the College’s School
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“Hudson Valley Artists: Who Really Cares?” opens July 7 at the Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz’s annual juried exhibition, “Hudson Valley Artists: Who Really Cares?” will
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Interested in supporting community entrepreneurs? Become an HV Mentor!
The new Hudson Valley Mentors program at SUNY New Paltz is looking for professionals in all areas of expertise to
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