Introducing Tatiana Perez, new Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards
The Division of Student Affairs is excited to formally welcome Tatiana Perez ’07 (Management), who returned to her alma mater
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Faculty/Staff News
SUNY seeks user feedback on the new Brightspace Digital Learning Environment
SUNY has created surveys for faculty and for students to provide feedback on D2L Brightspace, the new Digital Learning Environment
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Faculty Governance will hold last meeting of fall 2022 semester on Dec. 13
The following message was sent to faculty and staff on Dec. 9 Dear colleagues, The end of the fall 2022
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Theatre Arts earns best-ever 45 nominations in 2022 BroadwayWorld Awards; “Unnatural Acts” picks up five awards
UPDATED with information on award wins on Jan. 31, 2023. The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz received
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I wish to thank the many academic and professional faculty, administrators and retirees who joined Donovan and me at the
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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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Children’s clothes, toys and book swap at the Theatre Costume Shop, Dec. 13
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz invites the community to add some sustainability to their holiday
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Business Professor Chih-Yang Tsai proposes supply chain solution to The Engineering Economist
Business Professor Chih-Yang Tsai publishes a possible solution to supply chain disruption in the latest issue of The Engineering Economist, an
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End-of-year updates from Information Technology Services
As we approach the end of the fall semester and the end of 2022, Information Technology Services (ITS) shares the
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Quick reminder: Updating your time record for the Veterans Day holiday
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & inclusion reminds employees that they have earned a “floating holiday” if they worked
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Without Limits roundtable convenes to discuss history of gender oppressions, and ways to create change
At a moment in time when feminist activism is coinciding with racial and LGBTQ+ movements, a College of Liberal
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Center for International Programs represented at regional conference
Cindy Cullen, director of International Student Services, and Study Abroad Advisor Catherine Collado presented at NAFSA: Association of International Educators
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A celebration for Disability Resource Director Jean Vizvary’s retirement, Nov. 30
This invitation was originally sent to faculty and staff via email on Nov. 21. Please save the date, next Wednesday,
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Metal Program Director Myra Mimlitsch-Gray delivers lecture at Yale Art Gallery symposium
Art Professor and Metal Program Director Myra Mimlitsch-Gray was invited to present at a Yale University Art Gallery fall
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Nov. 19 & 20: “Frog & Toad” take the stage in Theatre Arts thesis by Senior Katie Gudzik ’22
Years of learning about hitting marks, lighting cues and librettos have led Katie Gudzik ’22 (Theater Arts)’s Honors Program
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Dining Services hours of operation for Thanksgiving week
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff via email on Nov. 16 Dear Campus Community, Dining
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Remembering the sacrifice: Annual Veteran’s Day Celebration salutes campus veteran and military community
Students, faculty, alumni and staff came together to toast those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S.
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Ottaway Visiting Professor Sarah Carr addresses the impact of COVID-19 on K-12 education
Sarah Carr, the award-winning education journalist, and the 2022 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New
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Department of English remembers Dennis Winter ’90 ’01g, beloved former adjunct and two-time alumnus
The Department of English memorializes the life of Dennis Winter ’90 (Secondary Education) ’01g (English), a respected alumnus and faculty
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for winter 2022-23 and spring 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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Call for proposals and requests: Winter Professional Development Days will be held Jan. 19-20, 2023
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is planning for our fourth annual, campus-wide Professional Development Days on Jan.
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EOP holiday tradition of supporting local children returns to campus
Once again, as the holiday season approaches, the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at SUNY New Paltz and its national honor
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President’s November 2022 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dear Faculty and Staff: Welcome to the fading days of our Hudson Valley fall foliage. I write to update you
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The November 2022 WellNYS challenge: Plan positive for tomorrow
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for November 2022, which encourages employees to
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Office of Employee Relations extends annual leave expiration date to Dec. 31, 2023
The New York State Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) has extended agreements with all employee unions on an extension
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Nov. 2: WellNYS webinar on the benefits of practicing positivity
Did you know that spending just five minutes a day practicing positivity can help boost your mood, build resilience, experience
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Meet the candidates for Sojourner Truth Library Dean, Nov. 1 – 8
The following information was sent to New Paltz faculty and staff via email on Oct. 25. The search committee for
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SUNY Board of Trustees appoints Donald P. Christian to title of President Emeritus
The SUNY Board of Trustees adopted a resolution at their Oct. 25, 2022, meeting appointing former SUNY New Paltz
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New Paltz wins two SUNY Outstanding Student Affairs Awards
SUNY New Paltz’s Division of Student Affairs was honored with both a program and a professional award at the annual
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How to make your work available through the SUNY Open Access Repository
The Sojourner Truth Library invites New Paltz faculty and staff to submit scholarly and creative works to be made available
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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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What faculty and staff need to know about working with Facilities Operations & Maintenance
Facilities Operations & Maintenance has put together a list of tips and best practices for faculty and staff to ensure
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President’s October 2022 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dear Faculty and Staff: As the midpoint of the semester draws near, I am excited to continue in the tradition
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The October 2022 WellNYS challenge: Make informed health decisions
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for October 2022, which encourages you to learn
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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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“What can I do with a philosophy major?”: Oct. 14 panel brings successful alumni back to campus
The Department of Philosophy will host an Alumni Panel on Friday, Oct. 14, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the
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Faculty: Please join the GE Board for conversations about improving General Education at New Paltz
The General Education (GE) Board at SUNY New Paltz will be hosting a series of cross-disciplinary conversations this fall to
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Literacy Center offering a complimentary online K-12 assessment in December
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is sponsoring a complimentary online Literacy Assessment Clinic for students in grades 2
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Update from ITS about requesting new campus software and related technology
Information Technology Services (ITS) has been working with Purchasing to develop a policy to address the risks and challenges associated
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Ottaway Visiting Professor Sarah Carr discusses importance of lifting voices in education journalism at introductory Q&A
Sarah Carr, the fall 2022 Ottaway Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New Paltz, offered insight into the need for elevating children
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Call for donations to support Hurricane Fiona relief
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 20, in line with the fifth annviersary of Hurricane Maria, there will be a donation box
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Attention CSEA Employees: You can apply for tuition reimbursement for 2022-23 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the New York State and CSEA Partnership’s 2022-2023 Tuition Benefits Program for eligible
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Online Peer Mentors, programming and resources to support faculty in 2022-23
SUNY New Paltz’s successful Online Peer Mentors program continues for its third year as a peer-to-peer resource for faculty looking
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Assistant Professor of Communication Lauren Mark publishes resource for students on navigating intercultural conversations
Lauren Mark, assistant professor of communication, published findings from an experiential activity titled “Mind–body connections during intercultural conversations” with Arizona State
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Retention Coordinator Chelsea Reid to speak at student success conference
Chelsea Reid, retention coordinator and New Paltz’s Starfish functional lead in the Center for Student Success, has been invited to
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Executive Director Dante Cantú recognized for student success leadership
SUNY New Paltz was recently recognized for exemplary work in the field of student success by EAB, formerly known as
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Education Adjunct Professor Mathew Swerdloff receives Fulbright award to teach mindfulness in India
Education Adjunct Professor Mathew Swerdloff will spend the next three weeks in Bihar, India at the Indian Institute of Management
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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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Newly renamed and reopened: Visit the Digital Scholarship Center at the Sojourner Truth Library
The Digital Scholarship Center (formerly the DASH Lab) is reopening at the Sojourner Truth Library in fall 2022, as an
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Introducing Center for Student Engagement team members for 2022-23
The Center for Student Engagement (CSE) is pleased to introduce the team members working to create inclusive and innovative
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Reminders for working with Design & Print Services
The Design & Print Services staff in the Office of Communication & Marketing is here to help with your design
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The September 2022 WellNYS challenge: Make time for yourself
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for September 2022, which encourages you to carve
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“The future lies with you”: Newest students welcomed at 2022 Convocation ceremony
The SUNY New Paltz community marked an important annual tradition with the fall 2022 Convocation ceremony, welcoming more than 1,700
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“The legacy yet to be written”: President Darrell P. Wheeler sets the tone for 2022-23 with a Welcome Address for the campus community
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler gave his first formal speech as leader of the institution on Friday,
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Welcome new Hawks! Incoming class lands at SUNY New Paltz on Move-In Day 2022
More than 1,000 first-year students made SUNY New Paltz their home away from home during First Year Move-In Day on
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A trip to the lake: Student/faculty collaboration continues ecosystem research, just a few miles from campus
Mohonk Lake is a summer destination for swimming, kayaking, fishing and hiking, but for SUNY New Paltz rising senior
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Introducing new faculty members for the 2022-23 academic year
The College is pleased to introduce the scholars, educators and artists who will join the SUNY New Paltz community as
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New addresses for Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance and Research, Scholarship & Creative Activities
The Office of Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance, which includes the Human Research Ethics Board (HREB), is now located in
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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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SUNY Telecommuting Policy extended to Dec. 31, 2022
The following message was sent to all faculty and staff via email on Aug. 15. Dear Colleagues: SUNY system
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History Professor Lou Roper elected as Royal Historical Society fellow
SUNY Distinguished Professor of History Lou Roper has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society by the society’s
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College to return to core operating hours on Monday, Aug. 22
As we prepare to welcome students back to campus for the fall 2022 semester, a reminder for faculty and staff
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The August 2022 WellNYS challenge: Stay hydrated!
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2022, and this one is timely
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Fall 2022 COVID-19 Info: All students, faculty and staff must submit proof of a COVID-19 test taken between Aug. 21-27
This is just one of our COVID-19 policies for the fall 2022 semester. To view a comprehensive summary of our
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for fall 2022
The Benefits Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition
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July 29: Q&A for CSEA employees on the tentative agreement
The following message was shared with all employees via email on July 26. PLEASE CIRCULATE AND POST IN AREAS WHERE
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Fall 2022 COVID-19 Info: Instructions for uploading test results to your COVID-19 Profile
This is just one of our COVID-19 policies for the fall 2022 semester. To view a comprehensive summary of our
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New shipping contract with FedEx: Here’s what faculty and staff need to know
The College has a new shipping contract with FedEx/Ground, and Mail Services is making some small adjustments to their processes
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“Creating a dialogue with the material”: Sustainable initiative gives theatre sets a new life in Sculpture Program
There was a time when the wood used to create theatrical sets in SUNY New Paltz productions would be
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Introducing Faculty Development Center Interim Co-Directors for 2022-23
The following message was shared with all faculty and staff via email on July 18. Dear Colleagues, I am pleased
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Campus community mourns death of Augie, our beloved, longtime goose-herding Border Collie
It is with sadness that the College shares news of the death of a very good boy, Augie the goose-herding
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For MFA graduate Funlola Coker ’22g, a SUNY artists’ fellowship presents a chance at a homecoming
Funlola Coker ’22g produces work in metal that reflects a long and circuitous journey as an artist, from arriving
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College announces faculty promotions and continuing appointments for 2022
The Division of Academic Affairs has announced the following promotions for academic faculty at SUNY New Paltz. They are effective as
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Fall 2022 COVID-19 policies for SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff
New Paltz campus leadership has received SUNY’s COVID-19 guidance for the fall 2022 semester and has updated local policies to
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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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“What is a Pond?” Article by Professor David Richardson and New Paltz alumni finds that question trickier than it seems
In a new paper for Scientific Reports, Biology Professor David Richardson and a number of co-authors including New Paltz alumni
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Memo: Discretionary Salary Increase recommendations for 2022 may now be submitted
DATE: June 30, 2022 TO: All Full-time Professional Employees Represented by UUP; All Part-time Professional Employees Represented by UUP; All
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July 21: Webinar for CSEA employees considering a career in nursing
The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is pleased to offer the following webinar training to employees. Please
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Reflections and resources for Juneteenth 2022
In 2021, the New York State Legislature approved June 19 (Juneteenth) as a state holiday. This year Juneteenth falls on
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Become a better listener with this June 2022 Human Resources training
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is offering a new training, “Honing Your Listening Skills,” for faculty and
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SUNY Telecommuting Policy extended to Aug. 31
The following message was sent via email to all employees on June 15. Dear Colleagues: SUNY system administration has
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Retirement Profile: Howard Good
Digital Media & Journalism Professor Howard ”Howie” Good, who taught for 37 years at SUNY New Paltz, is retiring at
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Voter turnout activist Chet Guenther ’22: “The issues that matter most right now have the biggest impact on our generation”
As youth participation in elections increases nationwide, one recent SUNY New Paltz graduate has been recognized for his efforts
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Nominate a colleague for a 2022-23 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence
The SUNY New Paltz Scholarships and Awards Committee invites nominations for SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence for both full-time faculty
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End of an era: Tony DiMarco steps down from role at Hudson Valley Venture Hub, will be succeeded by Eliza Edge
The Hudson Valley Venture Hub at SUNY New Paltz has announced that Tony DiMarco, who has served as director
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New textbook from Engy Fouda guides readers through the Docker Certified Associate exam prep process
A new book from Engy Fouda, adjunct professor of electrical engineering at SUNY New Paltz, breaks down what aspiring tech
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Michele Halstead honored as Business Officer of the Year by SUNY peers
Vice President for Administration & Finance Michele Halstead ’91 (Accounting) was unanimously selected as the SUNY Business Officers Association (SUBOA)
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Eighth annual Memorial Day Ceremony at SUNY New Paltz offers a special tribute to former student and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Keith Yennie
Members of the SUNY New Paltz community joined together on Thursday, May 26, for the College’s 8th annual Memorial Day
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Summer Webinar Series schedule for CSEA employees
The New York State & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training has announced the 2022 Summer Webinar Series of
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Welcome, summer! Friends, colleagues and a new president gather at the annual BBQ
SUNY New Paltz’s annual Faculty & Staff Appreciation Picnic and BBQ returned on Tuesday, May 24, as hundreds of colleagues
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Five Classified Staff members earn Presidential Recognition Awards for outstanding campus service
SUNY New Paltz honored five Classified Staff members with Presidential Recognition Awards at the 2022 Faculty & Staff Appreciation
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College mourns death of Mary Jane Corry, professor emerita in the Department of Music
It is with sadness that the College shares news of the death of Professor Emerita Mary Jane “MJ” Corry, a
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Lavender Ceremony brings together New Paltz LGBTQ+ community
A new favorite Commencement-season tradition at SUNY New Paltz returned on Friday, May 6, as graduating seniors gathered with faculty,
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From the Employee Assistance Program: Resources for those seeking infant formula
The New York State Employee Assistance Program has gathered a number of weblinks, hotlines and other resources that may be
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More than 70 students display 15 innovative projects at Engineering Design EXPO
SUNY New Paltz students in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering showcased a wide variety of unique projects and original prototypes
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Art History Associate Professor Keely Heuer is the 2022 Mentor of the Year
In a time-honored tradition, Associate Professor of Art History Keely Heuer was awarded this year’s Undergraduate Research Mentor of the
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Student Research Symposium 2022: 90+ students present original, timely scholarship
The SUNY New Paltz Student Research Symposium returned on Friday, May 6, as students from across academic disciplines shared outcomes
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Six New Paltz faculty and staff named 2022 SUNY Chancellor’s Awardees
Six SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff have been recognized for outstanding scholarship, teaching and service to the campus community
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