“Hudson Valley Artists: New Folk” opens Sept. 12 at the Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz announces its annual juried exhibition, “Hudson Valley Artists: New Folk,”
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Faculty/Staff News
Division of Academic Affairs welcomes faculty to 2020-21 academic year
The following message was sent to faculty on Tuesday, Aug. 18. UPDATE: The message was revised on Aug. 25, to
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Save a trip: Call or email ahead, or check our Office Closings page
This week, as many students, faculty and staff return to campus for the first time in months, we want to
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With the Parking Office closed for walk-in traffic, ordering parking permits online is the way to go
Due to COVID-19 distancing requirements, SUNY New Paltz’s Parking Office will not be open for walk-in traffic this year. All
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Interim Provost Barbara G. Lyman will extend service through June 2022
President Donald P. Christian sent the following message to the campus community on Monday, Aug.17. Dear SUNY New Paltz Faculty,
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Guide for students, faculty and staff on proper mask/face covering usage
This message updated Friday, Oct. 9, in light of new research indicating that neck gaiters are in fact effective at
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History Professor Lou Roper blogs on early American history and Atlantic trade
Lou Roper, professor in the Department of History and a SUNY Distinguished Professor, is the author of two new blog
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Update from Mail Services on fall 2020 operations
Mail Services in the Office of Communication & Marketing would like to share the following updates about our fall operations:
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College to return to core operating hours effective Monday, Aug. 17
As we prepare to welcome students back to campus for the fall, a reminder for faculty and staff that summer
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Executive Director of Academic Advising completes first-ever NYS Student Success Coaching Academy
Dante Cantú, executive director of the Center for Student Success and the Office of Academic Advising, was one of a
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The Institute for Disaster Mental Health lends expertise to “Safe, Prepared & Effective Learning Environments Virtual Summit”
Amy Nitza, director of the Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) at SUNY New Paltz, will be presenting “Pandemic Related
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“Crises give us the opportunity to envision a new and better normal”: Michael Vargas narrates a brief history of pandemic for The Academic Minute
Michael Vargas, professor of history, appeared on the Aug. 10, 2020, episode of WAMC’s nationally syndicated radio program “The Academic
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Call for volunteers: Help us welcome students at a reimagined Convocation event, Aug. 19
To welcome new first-year and transfer students into our community, the College is organizing a reimagined 34th annual Convocation Ceremony,
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Tenure Clock Extension & Review Materials – SUNY-UUP MOU
The following message was shared with faculty and staff on Thursday, Aug. 6. Dear Faculty Colleagues: A statewide Memorandum of
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Faculty and staff: Please update Office Closings page with fall semester availability
The following message was sent by email to faculty and staff on Thursday, Aug. 6. Dear Colleagues: As offices refine
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Daily health screening questionnaire is now live on my.newpaltz.edu
A daily health screening app, required by New York State for all higher education reopening plans, is now available to
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POSTPONED: Dismantling Racism: Alumni Perspectives Town Hall
Due to power outages in the Hudson Valley region, “Dismantling Racism: Alumni Perspectives,” the community town hall originally scheduled for
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Sojourner Truth Library launches curbside pickup for books and other materials
SUNY New Paltz’s Sojourner Truth Library is rolling out a new curbside service to help community members safely access books
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New one-hour training designed to help supervisors, employees prepare to return to campus
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion will offer trainings related to employees’ return to work on campus, in
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New Paltz Forward: Support the Reopening of Campus
The following message was sent by the Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion (HRDI) to faculty and staff on
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College announces faculty promotions and continuing appointments
The Division of Academic Affairs has announced the following promotions for academic faculty at SUNY New Paltz. They are effective
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Campus Meteor shower viewing, Aug. 11
SUNY New Paltz Planetarium Director Raj Pandya invites all members of the community to a special night of meteor watching
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New NPForward text notification system to launch ahead of fall 2020 semester
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the creation of a new text notification system, “NPForward,” which will help keep
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New policies and best practices for campus printing
The following message was shared with faculty and staff via email on July 24, 2020. Dear Colleagues, In accordance with
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Faculty and staff: Still time before classes begin to complete required trainings
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion encourages faculty and staff to use these last few weeks before the
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Employee tuition assistance program open for fall 2020
The Benefits Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition
Read MoreCampus Food Pantry will continue remote operation through fall 2020
The SUNY New Paltz Campus Food Pantry is continuing to serve on- and off-campus students, and on-campus faculty and staff,
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College announces 2020 Presidential Recognition Award recipients
SUNY New Paltz congratulates six exceptional Classified Staff members who received the 2020 Presidential Recognition Award for their distinguished service
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Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Pilot Program: Call for Mentor Teachers
The Offices of the Provost, Graduate & Extended Learning, and Instructional Technology, together with the Faculty Senate Committee on Educational
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New location makes the Scholar’s Mentorship Program “a place students can call home”
SUNY New Paltz has completed a project to renovate Student Union Building rooms 035-043 and relocate the Scholar’s Mentorship Program
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Nina Smiley, Ph.D., will host mindfulness webinar for students, faculty, staff and alumni on Aug. 5
SUNY New Paltz cordially invites all students, faculty, staff and alumni to a special professional development opportunity led by Nina
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Dismantling Racism: University Policing and Campus Climate, Wednesday, July 15
SUNY New Paltz will host a community town hall for current students, faculty and staff on race, inclusion and equity
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Remote Teaching Week at the Office of Instructional Technology kicks off July 13
SUNY New Paltz’s Office of Instructional Technology will host a workshop series from July 13-16 to assist faculty with the
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Department of Theatre Arts announces major changes to 2020-21 production season
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz will replace its traditional model of full-scale stage productions with a
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How might COVID-19 impact the education profession? Two new briefs from a teaching & learning professor look to the future
Michael Rosenberg, professor in the Department of Teaching & Learning and former dean of the School of Education, is co-author
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Indian education in the post-COVID-19 era: Educational Studies faculty gives keynote at international conference
Mathew Swerdloff, adjunct faculty in the Department of Educational Studies and Leadership, was a Keynote Speaker at the “Swami Vivekananda
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Preparing for the launch of new Blackboard Annotate upgrade
Blackboard assignments will receive an upgrade with a new tool called Blackboard Annotate in August 2020. Blackboard Annotate will provide
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New travel guidance for employees following Governor Cuomo’s Executive Order 205
On June 24, 2020, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 205, which requires individuals to quarantine for 14 days after traveling
Read MoreThe Center for Student Engagement opens at New Paltz
Effective July 1, 2020, the Center for Student Engagement is open for business! The Center for Student Engagement strives to
Read MoreA half century of influence celebrated at SUNY New Paltz
SUNY New Paltz and The Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives welcomed members of the public to attend a virtual retirement
Read MoreMessage from President Christian on proposed campus re-opening plans
Dear Members of the Campus Community: Now that Governor Cuomo and the NYS Health Department have issued guidance (on Friday,
Read MoreChristian Wilwohl to leave SUNY New Paltz after serving as director of study abroad since 2012
Dr. Christian Wilwohl, who has served as the SUNY New Paltz director of study abroad since 2012, has been appointed
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Change in Office 365 login page goes into effect on June 29
The College is making a change to the login page for Microsoft Office 365, which will take effect on Monday,
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Empire Knowledgebank: Free professional development for UUP-represented employees
Summer is a great time to get in some extra professional development, and the NYS/UUP Joint Labor-Management Committee is pleased
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Guidance for protecting yourself from fraudulent unemployment claims
The New York State Office of the Attorney General has released a warning and guidance about new, recently reported scams
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How to research during a pandemic: AC² students, faculty adapt to unprecedented challenges
The SUNY New Paltz campus has been quieter than usual this summer, but scholars across the disciplines are still hard
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Protocols and supervisor guidance for employee return to campus
Colleagues, As we prepare to bring campus community members back, we know that many employees are concerned and feel uncertain
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Historic Week for Inclusion
The following message was shared with students, faculty and staff via email on June 18, 2020. Dear Members of the
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Telecommuting Pilot Program extended through Oct. 2
On Wednesday, June 17, the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations announced the extension of the pilot telecommuting program first put
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SUNY New Paltz Listens: A Conversation About Race, Wednesday, June 24
Inviting students, faculty and staff to the first in a series of town hall dialogues; Pre-registration is required The Student
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FAQ for faculty regarding Online/Hybrid/Blended Learning during COVID-19 and beyond
I have never been certified to teach online or hybrid courses, can I teach online or hybrid courses during fall
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Planning your fall 2020 courses
Dear Faculty Colleagues: We thank you for your continual attention to preparing for the fall 2020 semester amid our ongoing
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English faculty member earns two prestigious Fellowships
Assistant Professor Crystal S. Donkor has been selected as a Junior Fellow of the Andrew W. Mellon Society of Fellows in
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Update for state employees on Election Law amendment relating to time off to vote
Election Law 3-110 applicable to all NYS employees. Please read below. *** Please post this in areas where e-mail is
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SUNY New Paltz will host retirement celebration for Gerald Benjamin, June 25 via Webex
President Donald P. Christian and The Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives at SUNY New Paltz welcome members of the
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SUNY and Research Foundation issue research restarting guidance
On June 9, 2020, SUNY and The Research Foundation released the following guidance on restarting research activities on campuses. MEMORANDUM
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University Police – A Message to Our Community
The following message was shared with all SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff on Friday, June 5. To Our
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SUNY New Paltz partners with the New Paltz Opioid Prevention and Response Team on virtual support efforts during COVID-19
SUNY New Paltz is working closely with the regional community on active drug and alcohol prevention measures during the pandemic,
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Knowing better and doing better
President Christian and I sent a message to the campus community last Friday recognizing the deaths of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Abery
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Cooking, meditation, coding and more: SUNY Perks at Work program offering dozens of free classes every Thursday
The SUNY Perks at Work benefits program has added a new resource to its offerings for state university employees. The
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Faculty: Help ensure student access to course materials by sharing with Library Reserves
The following message was shared with faculty and staff on Friday, May 29. Dear Faculty Colleagues: Library Course Reserves will
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Memorandum on extension of agreements to temporarily suspend forfeiture of personal leave accruals
*** PLEASE POST WHERE E-MAIL IS NOT AVAILABLE*** Attn: SUNY New Paltz All Bargaining Units From: Volforte, Michael (Governor’s Office
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Stuart Robinson, director of athletics, wellness & recreation, will leave SUNY New Paltz after 28-year career
Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation Stuart Robinson has announced that he is leaving SUNY New Paltz after a 28-year
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Reminder: Investment and financial advising resources
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is working with SUNY retirement plan providers to continue to serve faculty
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Can art help us become better communicators? Terry Gipson discusses new approach to learning on The Academic Minute
Terry Gipson, lecturer in the Department of Communication, appeared on the May 22, 2020, episode of WAMC’s nationally syndicated radio
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SUNY New Paltz virtual Commencement celebrates graduates’ exceptional achievements and resilience
SUNY New Paltz conferred more than 2,700 undergraduate and graduate degrees at its first-ever virtual Commencement on Friday, May 22.
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2020 Virtual Commencement: How to watch and where to find coverage
Virtual Commencement is finally here! Even in unexpected circumstances, we’re so excited to have this opportunity to celebrate with our
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Nominations for Classified Staff Presidential Award due June 3
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the College would like to continue its annual tradition of recognizing and honoring
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Response to conversation about campus learning management systems
Dear Colleagues, Thanks for today’s robust conversation about campus learning management system (LMS) platforms. Input from faculty regarding functionality and needs
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Business faculty sees opportunity for new graduates on the other side of the pandemic
Through the College’s shift to remote teaching and learning this semester, School of Business Lecturer Chris Napolitano ’05 (Management) ’08g
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Sojourner Truth Library hosting Q&A sessions on online learning
SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff can join research and instruction librarians at the Sojourner Truth Library for Q&A sessions
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Martha Tait-Watkins retiring after 20 years of exemplary service to SUNY New Paltz
Martha Tait-Watkins, who currently serves as immigration information coordinator at the Center for International Programs, will retire at the end
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Faculty-student research collaboration published in Inland Waters journal
Associate Professor of Biology David Richardson led a group of undergraduate research students to study how nitrogen and phosphorus can
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Governor extends executive orders for five regions not ready to open
On May 14, 2020, Governor Cuomo issued an executive order that extends several executive orders previously issued. Specifically, Executive Order
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Benjamin Center publishes findings from survey of local leaders on COVID-19
The Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives at SUNY New Paltz has published a new report, “COVID-19: Local Leaders Respond,”
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Student Union Building renovation begins May 18
The Student Union Building will be undergoing renovations for the roof and 4th floor along with additional minor repairs/upgrades at
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SUNY New Paltz ready for first-ever virtual Commencement ceremony
SUNY New Paltz will hold a virtual, pre-recorded Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 22, in recognition of the hard work,
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Annual leave extensions for NYSCOPBA and NYSPBA
*** PLEASE POST WHERE E-MAIL IS NOT AVAILABLE*** Attn: SUNY New Paltz Classified Employees (NYSCOPBA and NYSPBA) See below information
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Benefits updates: Investment, telehealth, wellness and more
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion shares these updates about benefits and services that are available to employees
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Resources for Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program applicants
Application deadline The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program will continue to accept applications for awards for the 2021-2022 academic year. More than 450
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Memo from Payroll Office on Holiday Comp Time
*** PLEASE POST WHERE E-MAIL IS NOT AVAILABLE*** Attn: SUNY New Paltz Unclassified UUP Employees Memo – NYS & UUP
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Sounding off on the sound board: Radio DJs’ signatures preserve 20-year history of WFNP
There has been a secret hidden beneath the radio cabinetry at WFNP, the College’s student-run radio station, since 1999. For
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Mail Services – Summer 2020 Updates
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, Mail Services in the Office of Communication & Marketing would like to share the following updates about our summer operations. We are open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4
Read MoreMay 22: SUNY hosting a federal advocacy update from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities
The SUNY Office of Research and Economic Development recently launched Research Matters, a webinar series designed to be an informative resource
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Call to faculty and staff: Help us congratulate the Class of 2020!
As SUNY New Paltz prepares for its first-ever virtual Commencement Ceremony on May 22, 2020, we’re working to come up
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Update on work-related travel
All work-related travel through June 30, 2020, is cancelled. Work-related travel after June 30, 2020, will be very limited and
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New SUNY-UUP Memorandum of Understanding on Tenure Clock and Permanent Appointment
The SUNY Board of Trustees has adopted emergency rulemaking (modifying SUNY Trustee policy) which allows a new SUNY-UUP Memorandum of
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, May 20
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20. The meeting
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Onboarding sessions: Get ready to build a blended learning course in Blackboard
The Office of Instructional Technology has designed a new development opportunity for faculty offered asynchronously through Blackboard, “Training: Developing a
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Gwen Havranek retiring after distinguished, four-decade career at SUNY New Paltz
Gwen Havranek, director of business operations in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, has announced her decision to retire
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Instructional Technology providing Grade Center assistance at drop-in sessions for faculty this week
Do you need assistance with the Grade Center as you prepare your final grades for the semester? The Office of
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Extension to Telecommuting Pilot Program
On Friday, May 8, the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations announced the extension of the pilot telecommuting program first put
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International students find virtual home at SUNY New Paltz during pandemic
Everything seemed to change over the span of just two weeks for SUNY New Paltz international student Gabriela Martins ’21
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State seeks SUNY faculty, staff to assist as interviewers for contact tracer program
New York State is seeking immediate assistance from SUNY faculty and staff to help meet a pressing need related to
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Faculty: Share remote teaching challenges and best practices at Brown Bag Lunches, May 11 – 15
The Office of Instructional Technology is inviting all SUNY New Paltz faculty to spend some time discussing their recent experiences
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“Dancing with Myself” — Questionable Authorities shout out quarantined Class of 2020
Questionable Authorities, SUNY New Paltz’s favorite all-faculty rock band, typically hosts an annual show in honor of students earning their
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Students and faculty can sign up now to participate in a new, virtual study abroad opportunity from SUNY
A new offering from the SUNY Center for Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) will allow students to take action on one
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Reminder about impersonation scam emails
Hi all, Wanted to send another update about the impersonation effects – as the cybercriminals are not socially distancing from
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Share your COVID-19 story in the College’s new Community Pandemic Blog
SUNY New Paltz is inviting students, faculty and staff to share their personal experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic for a
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Provost’s Report to Faculty – May 2020
Dear Colleagues: It is impossible to say enough about the valiant work of the academic and professional faculty to adjust,
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