Trunk or Treat! Faculty and staff can safely join our campus celebration of Halloween this year
The Division of Student Affairs invites faculty, staff and campus departments to help us provide safe, socially distant and fun
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Faculty/Staff News
Intersession hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) will begin early this year
Dear Colleagues, As directed by the president, and in recognition of the extraordinary efforts by faculty, staff and students to
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Flex Spending Account open enrollment period begins Nov. 2
The open enrollment period for the 2021 Flex Spending Account (FSA) will run from Nov. 2 – Nov. 30, 2020,
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Thirty thousand face shields and counting: Aaron Nelson discusses the HVAMC’s response to pandemic on “The Academic Minute”
Aaron Nelson, assistant professor of art, appeared on the Oct. 19, 2020, episode of WAMC’s nationally syndicated radio program “The
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#WaitinginTheUnknown: A series of programs and strategies to cope with pre-election anxieties and post-election stress
Pandemic. Social injustice. Financial uncertainty. Now add a high-stakes presidential election. In October 2020, being extra stressed out needs no
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Oct. 19 – 25 is International Open Access Week!
The Sojourner Truth Library invites all students, faculty and staff to get involved with the global effort to make
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Faculty and staff: It’s never been more important to keep your contact info updated
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion reminds faculty and staff that updating your contact information on file is
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Upcoming Reappointment, Tenure & Promotion process to be hosted in SharePoint; Three trainings will be offered for faculty reviewing dossiers
Faculty who are participating in reviewing Reappointment, Tenure & Promotion (RTP) dossiers for the summer 2021 notification group can get
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Campus administrators provide revenue and expenses overview at Oct. 15 Budget Forum
President Donald P. Christian, Vice President for Administration & Finance Michele Halstead and Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic
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Amateur biologists, unite! iNaturalist makes citizen science as easy as sharing a photo
Have you ever been walking around New Paltz, spotted a unique plant or animal, and wondered what it was? If
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Call for new members: Join the Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is seeking faculty and staff who are interested in supporting the overall health and wellness
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, Oct. 21
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, via teleconference.
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Starting Thursday, Oct. 15, on-campus pool testing open to all asymptomatic students and employees
Beginning this Thursday, Oct. 15, any SUNY New Paltz student or employee who is not experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 can
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IT Service Desk announces change affecting Apple IDs with newpaltz.edu email addresses
This message was emailed to students, faculty and staff on Oct. 12. Dear Campus Community, This message is to alert
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On-campus COVID-19 pool testing schedule (updated Nov. 15)
Below please find an on-campus COVID-19 testing schedule for SUNY New Paltz students and employees. All testing will take place
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Meet the athletic trainers who are leading contact tracing at SUNY New Paltz
Allison Lindsay and Bryan Lurie, athletic trainers in the Department of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation, are at the center of
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Myra Mimlitsch-Gray receives NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship
Professor of Metal Myra Mimlitsch-Gray has been named a 2020 recipient of the New York State Council on the Arts/New
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Reminder: Beware of fraudulent contact tracing calls
The following message was sent by email to SUNY New Paltz students and employees on Sept. 23. Hello all, I
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Addressing privacy concerns about on-campus COVID-19 employee testing results
The following update was sent by email to faculty and staff on Oct. 8. Dear Colleagues: We have heard from
Read MoreProvost Lyman’s Report to Faculty – October 2020
This report was shared with faculty and staff on Oct. 6, 2020. Dear Colleagues: As we navigate the seventh week
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Join us for a Budget Forum, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m.
Campus leaders will host a virtual Budget Forum on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 1 – 3 p.m., to provide an
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Employee COVID-19 testing: Your questions, answered (Updated Oct. 6)
Mandatory COVID-19 testing of SUNY New Paltz employees began on Oct. 1 and will continue through the fall 2020 semester.
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SUNY New Paltz earns multiple awards for excellence in SUNY-wide communications competition
SUNY New Paltz won a “Best of Category” and five Judges Citation honors in the 2020 SUNY Council for University
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Oct. 6, 2020 (in advance of Oct. 7 Faculty Senate meeting) We have made it to Week 7 of fall
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PBANYS and SUNY reach agreement on mandatory COVID-19 testing for PBA-represented employees
SUNY also announces expansion of mandatory testing to all non-union Management / Confidential employees SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras and Police
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Bias Reporting and Support Initiative
The following message was sent to the campus community on Oct. 5, 2020. I write to announce the rollout of
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Upgrade your Webex experience at OIT webinars, Oct. 8 & 9
For many SUNY New Paltz students and employees, 2020 has been a crash course in using Webex for remote teaching,
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President Christian encourages M/C employees to get tested for COVID-19
President Donald P. Christian is encouraging SUNY New Paltz employees who are designated management or confidential (M/C), and who have
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Telecommuting Pilot Programs extended through Jan. 1
The College has received confirmation from the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations that the pilot telecommuting programs for CSEA, DC
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New monthly series from Radio Kingston tells the story of the late Ben Wigfall, longtime pillar of the Department of Art
The Radio Kingston program Harambee, hosted by Jessieca McNabb, is presenting a series of monthly episodes focused on the late
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Alumni Relations Director Shana Circe steps down, search underway
Shana Circe ’02 (Art Education) ’08g (Visual Arts Education) has announced her intention to step down as director of alumni
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Mandatory COVID-19 testing of CSEA-represented employees to begin Oct. 15
** CSEA supervisors: Please post in departments where employees do not have access to campus email. ** SUNY Chancellor Jim
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Update from Mail Services on pickup and delivery
Hello Campus Community, Mail Services in the Office of Communications & Marketing would like to share the following updates that take effect beginning Monday, Oct. 5. As a front-line area, we are making
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College clarifies policy on which UUP employees are required to be tested for COVID-19
Following meetings with United University Professions (UUP) local leadership, and in response to feedback from members of our community, SUNY
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Reminder: Temporary parking permits expire Sept. 30, 2020
All SUNY New Paltz students and employees who commute to campus are encouraged to pick up a parking permit for
Read MoreInformation on revisions to spring 2021 academic calendar
The following message was sent by email to students and employees on Sept. 29. PLEASE NOTE: The schedule of Mind,
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Two updates from the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations: Salary increases delayed, and date to use Voluntary Reduction in Work Schedule credits extended
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion shares two news updates from the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER).
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Telecommuting program will be extended on our campus until Dec. 31
The current Telecommuting Pilot Program for state employees, first announced by the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations in March and
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PEF and SUNY reach agreement on mandatory COVID-19 testing for PEF-represented employees
SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras and New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF) President Wayne Spence have reached an agreement to
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Mandatory COVID-19 testing of UUP-represented employees to begin Oct. 1
As you may know, SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras and United University Professions (UUP) President Fred Kowal have signed a Memorandum
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CSEA and SUNY reach agreement on mandatory COVID-19 testing for CSEA-represented employees
** CSEA supervisors: Please post in departments where employees do not have access to campus email. ** SUNY Chancellor Jim
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Listen Forward: New online music series from SUNY New Paltz students and faculty
The Department of Music at SUNY New Paltz has launched an online video series, Listen Forward, designed to showcase diverse
Read MorePolitical Activity on Campus: What You Need to Know
As we are in the midst of election season, candidates may campaign in our area during the fall semester and
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Annual Art Uncorked benefit for the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz returns on Oct. 6
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz announces Art Uncorked 2020, a fundraising event that will be
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz faculty begin terms with the American Psychological Association
The American Psychological Association (APA), the largest scientific and professional organization of psychologists in the United States, welcomes two SUNY
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UUP and SUNY reach agreement on mandatory COVID-19 testing for UUP-represented employees
SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras and United University Professions (UUP) President Fred Kowal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding mandatory
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Summary findings: SUNY survey on employee response to COVID-19
An employee survey administered this summer by SUNY central administration illustrates the challenges faculty and staff are facing in the
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The Party Patrol is here to help! Campus leaders take to the streets to provide free masks, sanitizer to students
SUNY New Paltz staff and administrators have been volunteering their time on evenings and weekends to meet directly with students
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Thursday, Sept. 24
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24. The meeting
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Religious observances and class attendance
The following message was sent to students, faculty and staff on Sept. 14. As the academic year begins, and several
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Chancellor’s Award for Excellence winners recognized at fall 2020 faculty meeting
Recipients of the 2019 and 2020 SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence were celebrated at the virtual fall 2020 faculty meeting
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Presidential specialist to give 14th annual Dennis O’Keefe Lecture, Sept. 24 via Webex
The Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library at SUNY New Paltz will sponsor the 14th annual Dennis O’Keefe Lecture on
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Changes to outdoor seating on campus
This message was sent to students, faculty and staff on Friday, Sept. 11. Dear Campus Community, Now that the weather
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What are the characteristics of an effective teacher education program? Educational Studies faculty offers insights at Indian webinar on National Education Policy 2020
Mathew Swerdloff, (Educational Studies and Leadership), shared his expertise on the “Characteristics of an Effective Teacher Education Program,” before a
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In new book, New Paltz faculty tell the story of women’s suffrage in New York State
A newly published collection of essays, edited and partially written by a collective of SUNY New Paltz faculty members, provides
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College joins University Police in bidding fond farewell to Lieutenant Johnny Coxum
After more than two decades as a dedicated leader in the SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD), Lieutenant Johnny
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Blackboard, Knowmia, Turnitin and more: Sign up now for Instructional Technology workshops
The Office of Instructional Technology (OIT) is offering a series of workshops this fall to support faculty and staff in
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Guidance for faculty: What to do when you learn of someone else’s confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19
As the fall semester has gotten underway, some faculty members have reported hearing from students, colleagues and other members of
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Virtual Theatre season kicks off Sept. 12 & 13 with “Cadillac Crew”
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz begins its 2020-21 production season with virtual, live-streamed performances of “Cadillac
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Reminders from Design and Print Services
Dear Colleagues, As we begin the fall semester, the Design and Print Services staff in the Office of Communication &
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Get to know new SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras
Jim Malatras was named the 14th chancellor of the State University of New York on Aug. 21, 2020. Malatras, who
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Faculty Governance event dates and participation for fall 2020
The following message was sent to faculty and staff on Sept. 1 Dear Colleagues, We are living through a slow-motion
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What equipment, supplies and other resources are available to facilitate remote teaching and learning?
A number of different kinds of technologies, materials, resources and trainings are available to New Paltz students, faculty and staff
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Faculty Checklist for the fall 2020 semester
Most courses at SUNY New Paltz are online this fall, and even those that are meeting in person must be
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FAQs on the Deferred Compensation Plan from the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations
The New York State Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) has provided the following information to state employees about the
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Peer Instructional Design Mentors: Fall 2020 schedule
The new Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Program launched this fall as a resource for academic faculty who are looking
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2020 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service: Maria Cathcart, Center for Student Engagement
The College congratulates Maria Cathcart, administrative assistant 1 in the Center for Student Engagement, who has been named a 2020
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Enrollment open now for the Student Employee Health Plan
The 2020 Open Enrollment Period for the Student Employee Health Plan (SEHP) runs from Monday, Aug. 31, through Wednesday, Sept.
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Provost Lyman’s Report to Faculty – September 2020
This report was shared with faculty and staff on Sept. 1, 2020. Dear Colleagues: I take this opportunity to welcome
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Become a Sustainability Faculty Fellow this year!
SUNY New Paltz faculty are invited to apply to join the fifth annual cohort of the Sustainability Faculty Learning Community,
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A reminder about Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2020
We want to remind all students and employees that Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 7, 2020) has been added to the
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Introducing new faculty members for the 2020-21 academic year
The College is pleased to introduce new full-time faculty who will join the campus community ahead of the fall 2020
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Reminder: Faculty research featured on Academic Minute
Dear Colleagues, The Office of Communication & Marketing works with the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and WAMC
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Sept. 1, 2020 (in advance of Sept. 2 Faculty Senate meeting) I wish everyone well at the start of what
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Student Psychological Resilience Project established at SUNY New Paltz thanks to philanthropic gift
SUNY New Paltz and the SUNY New Paltz Foundation are pleased to announce the establishment of the Student Psychological Resilience
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Overview of positive case notification protocol and response to community feedback
The following message was sent to students, faculty and staff on Aug. 27. Dear Members of the Campus Community: Many
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Disability Resource Center encourages faculty to use Blackboard to administer tests this fall
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, for safety reasons the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is not offering face to face
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Faculty and staff invited to a “Semester Start Check-In” virtual forum with campus leaders, Sept. 2
Campus leadership invites all faculty and staff to a third virtual forum on reopening, scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 2, at
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Fall 2020 campus construction round-up: Renovations, efficiency upgrades and much more
Many structural improvements to the SUNY New Paltz campus have continued as planned this year, with Facilities Management staff working
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Daily Digest, NPForward and positive case reporting: Communication protocols for fall 2020
The Office of Communication & Marketing, with support from the President’s Cabinet, will continue producing Daily Digest e-newsletters this fall,
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Information for faculty on academic calendars, registration add/drop and more
Dear Faculty, Welcome and welcome back! Records & Registration offers the following information and updates for the fall 2020 semester.
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Update on new Title IX regulations, and our commitment to support survivors
Dear Campus Community, As you may know, new federal Title IX regulations were announced by the U.S. Department of Education
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Meet the inaugural class of Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teachers
The Offices of the Provost, Graduate & Extended Learning, and Instructional Technology are pleased to announce the fall 2020 Peer
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Where can I spend time on campus this fall? Info about open study areas for commuters and other campus community members
Things are going to be different on the SUNY New Paltz campus this fall, but there are still lots of
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“What to do with the time that is given to us”: President Christian’s 2020 State of the College Address
SUNY New Paltz President Donald P. Christian delivered his first-ever virtual State of the College Address on Aug. 21, setting
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NPForward text notification system: How it will be used, and how to manage your preferences
The College has begun using the new text notification system, NPForward to help keep our community informed regarding fall 2020
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University Police Department’s commitment to Anti-Racism
The SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD) is committed to serving the campus community and contribute to a campus
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Skills for Success: Free professional development webinars for CSEA employees
The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is pleased to announce the fall 2020 Skills for Success webinars.
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Faculty & staff: With many buildings card-access-only this fall, connect with vendors to plan deliveries in advance
As previously announced, a majority of buildings on the New Paltz campus will be accessible only with an active SUNY
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New MASK hotline for reports of noncompliance with public health rules
The College has established a new campus hotline at (845) 257-MASK (6275) to receive reports of noncompliance with public health
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“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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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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