Library hosts celebration of faculty authors who published books in 2024
The campus community gathered on April 2 at the Sojourner Truth Library to honor the dedication of published faculty writers
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Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents “Shrek the Musical,” opening April 17
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz will present “Shrek the Musical” — a Tony Award-winning fairy tale
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College Art Association celebrates the legacy of the late New Paltz Art Professor Benjamin Wigfall
On Feb. 13, 2025, a roundtable discussion at the College Art Association’s annual conference explored the “Benjamin Wigfall and Communications
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Sarah Holbrook of the Kingston City School District accepts role as Fellow at the Science of Reading Center
Center will also partner with KCSD to provide professional learning in evidence-based literacy instruction for city educators The Science
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“Spies are Forever” opens Feb. 14 at SUNY New Paltz
The Department of Theatre Arts will present a staged reading of “Spies Are Forever,” a musical about a secret agent
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Celebrating the career and legacy of Vladimir Feltsman, longtime PianoSummer artistic director
Master pianist Vladimir Feltsman—professor of piano studies and artistic director of PianoSummer at New Paltz—retired from SUNY New Paltz in
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Dorsky Museum will host Spring Season Opening Party on Feb. 8
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz invites one and all to a celebration of the visual
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University publishes fall 2024 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester, honoring students who excel academically and earn
Read MoreSchool of Business Dean Kristin Backhaus adds role of Director of Economic Development & Community Engagement to her duties
Kristin Backhaus has been appointed as the first-ever Director of Economic Development & Community Engagement at SUNY New Paltz, a
Read MoreThe October 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Stay healthy with an apple a day
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for October 2024, which encourages employees to
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NYSCOPBA and PBANYS vacation balance update: Leave accrual cap changed to April 1
The New York State Office of Employee Relations has shared the following information, which is relevant to SUNY New Paltz
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Introducing new faculty members for the 2024-25 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to introduce the scholars, educators and creators who are joining our academic community as new,
Read MoreThe September 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Learn the art of journaling
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for September 2024, which encourages employees to
Read MoreThe August 2024 WellNYS Challenge: De-stress your life
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2024, which encourages employees to
Read MoreThe July 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Get ready for the Olympics!
As the U.S. awaits the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris later this month, the Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site
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Rene S. Parmar, Ph.D., appointed Dean of the School of Education
Rene S. Parmar, Ph.D., dean of the School of Education at Lehman College, has accepted an offer to become the
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The May 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Get physically active
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for May 2024, which encourages employees to
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Jonathan Raskin appointed Interim Associate Provost for Academic Advising effective July 1
Jonathan Raskin, professor and chair in the Department of Psychology, will be appointed to the new role of Interim Associate
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2024
The Benefits Office at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program
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The April 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Keep your personal finances organized
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2024, which encourages employees to
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The March 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Opt for cooking at home over takeout
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for Mrach 2024, which encourages employees to
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Stella Turk appointed Vice President for Enrollment Management
Stella Turk has been appointed Vice President for Enrollment Management at SUNY New Paltz, one year after she took on
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Ryan Williams appointed Chief of University Police
Ryan Williams, a longstanding member of the SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD) who has served as Deputy Chief
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Educational Opportunity Program Director Antonio Bonilla announces plans to retire
Antonio Bonilla ’87 (Spanish) ’05g (Professional Studies), director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at SUNY New Paltz, has announced
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Discretionary Salary Increase guidelines for full and part-time faculty for the 2023 reporting period
The collective bargaining agreement between United University Professions (UUP) and New York State includes a provision for Discretionary Salary Increases
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The February 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Build your social network
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for February 2024, which encourages employees to
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University appoints Jaclyn Cirello as first Associate Director for Student Wellbeing & Prevention Education
The Division of Student Affairs is excited to announce the appointment of Jaclyn Cirello as the University’s first Associate Director
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The January 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Form healthy habits together for the new year
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for January 2024, which encourages employees to
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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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The December 2023 WellNYS Challenge: Start a new, positive habit
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for December 2023, which encourages employees to
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The November 2023 WellNYS Challenge: Compliment someone each day
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for November 2023, which encourages employees to
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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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The October 2023 WellNYS Challenge: Get to know your community
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for October 2023, which encourages employees to
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CSEA Online Learning Certificate programs available for Management/Confidential (M/C) employees
Management/Confidential (M/C) employees may now participate in the NYS & CSEA Partnership’s Online Learning Certificate Programs, covering everything from diversity,
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Introducing new faculty members for the 2023-24 academic year
The University is pleased to introduce the scholars, educators and creators who will join the SUNY New Paltz community
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The September 2023 WellNYS challenge: Train your brain
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for September 2023, which encourages employees to
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Guidance on hiring American Sign Language interpreters for campus events and activities
SUNY New Paltz has updated the process by which American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are hired for translation services for
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The August 2023 WellNYS challenge: Build a healthy meal
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2023, which encourages employees to make healthy
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for fall 2023
The Benefits Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition
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July 12: WellNYS webinar on exploring the great outdoors
New York State has plenty of great places to hike during the summer, whether it be a challenging mountain hike
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The July 2023 WellNYS challenge: Go outside and enjoy nature
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for July 2023, which encourages employees to
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CSEA employees: Online Learning Certificate programs available in Microsoft Excel, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) training
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce two Online Learning Certificate programs available through the New York State and CSEA
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June 14: WellNYS webinar on starting and ending day with positive habits
Self-care and positive habits go hand-in-hand, but the trick is to carve time at the start and end of the
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The June 2023 WellNYS challenge: Start and end your day with a positive habit
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for June 2023, which encourages employees to
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Need help doing your compliance training online? Here are a few tips to get you started
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is administering annual, required employee compliance training (Title IX, Workplace Violence Prevention,
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Update on new leadership in the Disability Resource Center
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share that Ashley Guerrero ’10 (Sociology) ’14g (School Counseling) was appointed the director of
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Thinking about retirement? Two information sessions available in June
Are you thinking of retiring in the next few years? The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion and EAP
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May 10: WellNYS webinar on fitting in your favorite physical activity
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things people can do to improve their health, but the challenge
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The May 2023 WellNYS challenge: Choose your favorite activity to keep fit
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for May 2023, which encourages employees to
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2024 NEH Summer Stipend applications now open: Here’s what faculty need to know
SUNY New Paltz faculty can now apply for support from the National Endowment of the Humanities (NEH) Summer Stipends program for
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The April 2023 WellNYS challenge: Stick to a budget
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2023, which encourages employees to
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CSEA Employees: You can apply for tuition reimbursement for 2023-24 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the New York State and CSEA Partnership’s 2023-2024 Tuition Benefits Program for eligible
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Employee waiver of holiday compensation enrollment open from April 2 – May 15, 2023
The collective bargaining agreements between New York State and CSEA, NYSCOPBA, PBANYS, and PEF allow employee waiver of holiday compensation.
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William McClure, Queens College Dean, will assume role as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at SUNY New Paltz effective July 6, 2023
William McClure, Ph.D., who currently serves as Dean of Faculty in the School of Arts and Humanities at Queens College,
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 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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The March 2023 WellNYS challenge: Build a healthy plate
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for March 2023, which encourages employees to
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Financial tools and programs for employees during America Saves Week
SUNY is taking advantage of America Saves Week, which runs this year from Feb. 27 – March 3, to remind
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New CSEA Adult Education Basics Program: Effective Reading Skills 1
A new six-week course is available to help CSEA-represented NYS employees read and understand written materials. Participants who sign up
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Susan M. Frey appointed Dean of the Sojourner Truth Library
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share that Susan M. Frey, Ph.D., who most recently served as university librarian and
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Skills for Success: CSEA employees can enroll in over 80 courses and webinars for spring 2023
The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is pleased to announce the spring 2023 Skills for Success program. These
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The February 2023 WellNYS challenge: Explore the eight wellness dimensions
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for February 2023, which encourages employees to
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Introducing Andrew Mantell, new Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Mantell as the University’s new Executive Director of Undergraduate
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The January 2023 WellNYS challenge: Share an inspirational quote every day
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for January 2023, which encourages employees to
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Office of Employee Relations mandates new ethics training course for all state employees
All New York State employees, including all SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff, must attend an annual Comprehensive Ethics Training
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Let’s eat! Holiday Luncheon returns to recognize and thank Classified Staff
A beloved SUNY New Paltz tradition was back in 2022, as friends and colleagues gathered for the annual Classified Staff
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SUNY Telecommuting Policy extended to June 30, 2023
The following message was sent to all faculty and staff via email on Dec. 19. 2022. Dear Colleagues: SUNY system
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Core operating hours for winter run from Dec. 23 – Jan. 20
Campus core hours will be 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. effective Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, through Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. Classified staff employees
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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Core hours for summer begin May 23
SUNY New Paltz employees are advised that core hours for summer begin on Monday, May 23, 2022. Core business hours will
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SUNY Board of Trustees appoints Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler as President of SUNY New Paltz
Upon the recommendation of the State University of New York Interim Chancellor Deborah F. Stanley, the SUNY Board of Trustees
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Sojourner Truth Library Dean search committee membership and timeline
The search for the next Dean of the Sojourner Truth Library at SUNY New Paltz is now underway. Provost Barbara
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Annual Compliance Training for faculty and staff starts Thursday, April 21
Each year, all SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff are required to complete several annual compliance training modules and to
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2022
The Benefits Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition
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