New gifts raise $1.5 million for the Educational Opportunity Program
Two new gifts to the SUNY New Paltz Foundation totaling $1.5 million will create new scholarships for SUNY New Paltz
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“Mis/Communication: Language and Power in Contemporary Art” opens June 15 at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz proudly presents “Mis/Communication: Language and Power in Contemporary Art,”
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Commencement Address: Myra Kressner ’76 (May 19, 2024)
Thank you, Provost McClure, President Wheeler and SUNY New Paltz. Hello graduates!!! Let’s take a moment to celebrate
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Commencement Address: Jessica Faieta ’85 (May 18, 2024)
President Wheeler, dear faculty, proud parents, and above all, my fellow SUNY New Paltz graduates, It is with profound
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Genevieve Adjei ’24 & Genevieve Adjei Jr. ’24 make history as first-ever double EOP Student Excellence awardees
Twin sisters with twin names and majors Genevieve Bamfoa Adjei ’24 (Sociology—Human Services) & Genevieve Adjei, Jr. ’24 (Sociology
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Sojourner Truth statue to be exhibited in Kingston, Newburgh before permanent installation at SUNY New Paltz in 2026
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler and Kingston Mayor Steve Noble have announced that “Sojourner Truth: First Step to
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Jessica Faieta ’85 at 2024 Commencement ceremony on May 18
SUNY New Paltz will welcome distinguished alumna Jessica Faieta ’85 (Economics; Business Administration) to campus on May 18, 2024, where
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Myra Kressner ’76 will deliver the Sunday Undergraduate Commencement Address at SUNY New Paltz on May 19
SUNY New Paltz will welcome distinguished alumna Myra Kressner ’76 (Secondary Education: English) back to campus on May 19, 2024,
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“Past is More than Prologue”: Sean Decatur gives impassioned Distinguished Speaker address
Sean Decatur, president of the American Museum of Natural History gave a rousing talk titled “Past is More than Prologue” as
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A celebration of outstanding young alumni: SUNY New Paltz announces 2024 40 Under Forty honorees
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to introduce 40 young alumni who have been recognized as 40 Under Forty awardees for 2024.
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President Wheeler’s April 2024 Report to Faculty
Dear Colleagues: Welcome to spring and our push toward the end of the academic year. While this will be a
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“Past is More than Prologue”: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Sean Decatur, April 16
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an evening with the Director of the American Museum of Natural History,
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President Wheeler’s March 2024 Report to Faculty
Dear Colleagues: Let me begin with a broad thank you for all the work of colleagues across the campus. This
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“Honor with Books” program provides one campus leader a creative way to recognize colleagues
As 2023 came to a close, Vice President of Development & Alumni Relations Erica Marks was looking for a
Read MoreUniversity mourns death of former Metal faculty and two-time alumnus John Cogswell ’79 ’84g
It is with sadness that we share news that John Cogswell ’79 ’84g (Art), the esteemed silversmith, educator and SUNY
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The Dorsky Museum announces new exhibitions for spring 2024
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share details about the exciting new exhibitions that will open
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Resnick Lecture Series delivers expert, timely analysis on Jewish Studies
For nearly 35 years, SUNY New Paltz’s Louis and Mildred Resnick Institute’s Distinguished Lectureship Series has been a preeminent
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President Wheeler’s December 2023 Report to Faculty
Dear Colleagues: As we wrap up another hectic fall semester, I write to share enrollment updates and other important news
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“Education must adapt”: President Darrell P. Wheeler shares a vision for the future of higher education as 2023 O’Keefe Lecturer
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler shared an innovative view on public higher education’s future as this year’s featured
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Ottaway Visiting Professor Amanda Sperber presents a reimagined view of international reporting
Amanda Sperber, the award-winning international correspondent, and fall 2023 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New
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President Wheeler’s November 2023 Report to the Faculty
Dear Colleagues: I share the following thoughts and news as we move into the second half of the fall semester.
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Fall 2023 Ottaway Professor Amanda Sperber to speak on international reporting Nov. 2
SUNY New Paltz fall 2023 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism Professor Amanda Sperber, a foreign correspondent, will
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Fall 2023 Distinguished Speaker Sonali Kolhatkar shares insights on the power of storytelling in shifting media narratives
Award-winning journalist and author Sonali Kolhatkar gave a rousing talk on how intentional storytelling can inspire social change as the
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Bringing history: Sojourner Truth descendant and author Barbara Allen shares how she honors the abolitionist icon’s legacy
SUNY New Paltz welcomed children’s book author Barbara Allen, a sixth-generation granddaughter of Sojourner Truth, for a moving tribute to
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President Wheeler’s October 2023 Report to the Faculty
Dear Colleagues: With summer and September in our rear-view mirror and the autumn season settling in, I write to share
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Oct. 3: Q&A with fall 2023 Ottaway Visiting Professor Amanda Sperber
The SUNY New Paltz Department of Digital Media & Journalism invites all members of the community to a Q&A discussion
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Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art to host 22nd annual benefit gala on Oct. 7
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz will host their 22nd annual benefit gala on Oct. 7,
Read MoreGolfers raise funds to support students at the Annual Doug Sheppard Classic
New Paltz faculty, staff and alumni, local businesspeople, and friends of the Sheppard family came out for this year’s Doug
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AC² Community recognizes graduates and celebrates 35th anniversary
The SUNY New Paltz AMP & CSTEP Community (AC²) Program celebrated a landmark anniversary at a joyous annual recognition ceremony,
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International Correspondent Amanda Sperber named fall 2023 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism
The Department of Digital Media & Journalism at SUNY New Paltz will welcome Amanda Sperber to the campus community as
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Science of Reading Center of Excellence to be established at SUNY New Paltz with support from $6.37M philanthropic gift
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the University’s acquisition of the largest gift in campus history, a $6.37 million
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“Value the time, embrace it!” Senior Toast 2023 celebrates memories made and a bright future ahead
The Senior Toast is one of the most cherished traditions at SUNY New Paltz, as students spend some of their
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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
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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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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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Matching Gift Challenge earns $15K for The Legislative Gazette at SUNY New Paltz
When the John Ben Snow Foundation challenged SUNY New Paltz to raise funds to support SUNY New Paltz students from
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Three generations of volunteerism made the Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library’s book sale a family affair
The Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library held their first full-scale book sale in more than two years during the
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Help us re-envision the Dorsky Museum’s permanent collection
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is embarking on an exciting reinstallation and re-envisioning of its
Read More2022 Alumni Reunion Weekend welcomes alumni back to campus
SUNY New Paltz welcomed more than 200 alumni back to the College for Alumni Reunion Weekend on Oct. 14-16, 2022. Guests
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Humor has the power to unite: Distinguished Speaker Liza Donnelly talks cartooning in dark times
Award-winning cartoonist and writer for The New Yorker Liza Donnelly gave a rousing talk on the unifying power of editorial
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President Wheeler’s National Institute of Health award will continue at SUNY New Paltz
The Office of Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance is pleased to announce that President Darrell Wheeler’s ongoing sponsored award from
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Nov. 1: Ottaway Visiting Professor Sarah Carr to speak on COVID-19 and the future of American education
Education journalist Sarah Carr, the fall 2022 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New Paltz, will
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College announces 2022 Heritage and Alumni Award winners
SUNY New Paltz presents annual awards during Alumni Reunion to recognize dedicated alumni and faculty. This fall, honorees will receive
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Upcoming fall events hosted by the President’s Office for the campus community
The Office of President Darrell Wheeler will be hosting or co-hosting a number of events in the second half of
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“The Power of Humor”: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Liza Donnelly, Oct. 18
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an evening with Liza Donnelly, award-winning cartoonist and writer for The
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Performance by singer-songwriter, pianist Sarah Perrotta ’02 to kick off Alumni Reunion Weekend, Oct. 14
Singer-songwriter, pianist and SUNY New Paltz alumna Sarah Perrotta ’02 (Jazz Studies) and her band (including a string quartet!) will
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Odell Winfield talk on library services includes full-circle moment honoring late Black Studies professor’s legacy
This year’s Dennis O’Keefe Lecture at SUNY New Paltz paid tribute to a beloved, late Black Studies professor who helped
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College mourns death of alumna Susan Basch ’76 ’80g, educator, artist and philanthropist
It is with sadness that we share news of the death of Susan Basch ’76 ’80g (Elementary Education), who served
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Journalist Sarah Carr joins campus community as fall 2022 Ottaway Visiting Professor
The Department of Digital Media & Journalism at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to welcome Sarah Carr to the campus
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College invites alumni to celebrate legacy families at SUNY New Paltz this fall
This fall, the annual Generations Pinning Ceremony will invite alumni to present SUNY New Paltz students within their families with
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Alumni Reunion Weekend events scheduled to engage alumni across generations, Oct. 14-16
SUNY New Paltz will welcome alumni and guests back to their alma mater for Alumni Reunion Weekend on Oct. 14-16,
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SUNY New Paltz Foundation Board welcomes new directors, first female chair in the Board’s history
The College is proud to announce the 2022 election of SUNY New Paltz Foundation Board directors T. Dion Baccus ’92 (Finance &
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College communications office earns multiple awards for excellence in SUNY competition
SUNY New Paltz won three Best of Category awards in the 2022 SUNY Council for University Advancement (SUNY CUAD) Awards
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Golfers raise funds for students at the annual Doug Sheppard Classic
The annual Doug Sheppard Classic SUNY New Paltz Golf Tournament was held June 13 at the Powelton Club in Newburgh,
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40 Under Forty returns with new roster of accomplished alumni
The SUNY New Paltz 40 Under Forty awards recognition program returned to Novellas at New Paltz on June 4 to honor a
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Preparing for the green energy future: Inside SUNY New Paltz’s collaboration with SUNY Polytechnic in wind turbine technology
SUNY New Paltz engineering students are learning about the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of wind turbines in a new
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“May your contributions make the world a better place”: A Senior Toast for the Class of 2022
“Very soon, you’ll be completing your student journey: a journey that has been unique in so many ways. You
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz to establish Dr. Betty Shabazz Endowment to support BIPOC Educational Leaders
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the creation of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Endowment for the Development of Black,
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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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“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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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
May 9, 2022 (in advance of May 11 Faculty Senate Meeting) This is my final (and 92nd!) monthly report to
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
Read MoreScholarship reception celebrates students, donors
SUNY New Paltz scholarship recipients and their guests met with donors, alumni, faculty and Foundation Board members at the 2022
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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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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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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Everton H. Henriques ’78 ’83g at 2022 Commencement Ceremony
SUNY New Paltz will celebrate the career and contributions of Everton H. Henriques ’78 ’83g (Chemistry), a chemist, engineer, entrepreneur,
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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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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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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
April 4, 2022 (in advance of April 6 Faculty Senate Meeting) I wish everyone well at what I know is
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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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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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‘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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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Giving Back: Scholarship recipients thank donors for support
SUNY New Paltz announced the successful completion of Soaring Higher – The Campaign for SUNY New Paltz, the first-ever comprehensive
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New Paltz receives $15,000 PATH Scholarship to support students facing economic hardship
SUNY New Paltz was selected as a 2021 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship recipient, a program that provides grants to
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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
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz celebrates more than $24.7 million raised for scholarships and campus programs
The SUNY New Paltz community celebrated the successful conclusion of Soaring Higher—The Campaign for SUNY New Paltz, the first-ever comprehensive
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