SUNY New Paltz to welcome more than 1,800 new students for 2023-24
More than 1,100 first-year students and 700 transfer students will join the SUNY New Paltz community this fall, as the
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Celebrate students’ achievements in and out of the classroom with Merit
If you know of students who are doing incredible things in and out of the classroom, the Office of Communication
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Parking permits for 2023-24 are now available
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff can now purchase their parking permits for the 2023-24 academic year. New parking
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Software cyber security incident impacts many institutions, including SUNY New Paltz
Dear Members of the Campus Community, We are writing to share information about the MOVEit Transfer software cyber incident that
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Bringing hearing and Deaf communities together: Hailey Meyer ’23 crafts inclusive art curriculum
For her senior Honors Program thesis, SUNY New Paltz alumna Hailey Meyer ’23 (Visual Arts Education) sought to make
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Robin Cohen-La Valle ’77 ’82g awarded President’s Medal, the University’s highest individual award
SUNY New Paltz recognized the career of Robin Cohen-La Valle ’77 ’82g (Psychology), assistant vice president for student affairs
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Gowri Parameswaran receives SUNY grant towards the development of new adolescent education textbook
Through support from a SUNY Open Educational Resources (OER) Services Impact grant, the Department of Educational Studies & Leadership Chair
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AC² Community recognizes graduates and celebrates 35th anniversary
The SUNY New Paltz AMP & CSTEP Community (AC²) Program celebrated a landmark anniversary at a joyous annual recognition ceremony,
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University publishes spring 2023 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the spring 2023 semester, honoring students who excel academically and
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Science of Reading Center of Excellence to be established at SUNY New Paltz with support from $6.37M philanthropic gift
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the University’s acquisition of the largest gift in campus history, a $6.37 million
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As Center for Student Success pilot program expands, success story emerges
After a successful pilot in 2022, the Center for Student Success at SUNY New Paltz expanded the Supplemental Instruction (SI)
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The 14-Day Writing Challenge for faculty returns Tuesday, June 5
Starting June 5, New Paltz faculty can take part in the 14-Day Writing Challenge from the National Center for Faculty
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New Paltz graduates share their thoughts before walking the stage at Commencement 2023
In the moments before Commencement, you can feel the energy in the air: students’ excitement at walking the stage and
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Appreciation BBQ marks unofficial start of summer for faculty & staff
Hundreds of friends and colleagues gathered on the Parker Quad on Tuesday, May 23 for good food and good company
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Celebrating spring 2023 Outstanding Graduates
SUNY New Paltz welcomed the friends, family and faculty of exceptional graduating students at the President’s Reception for Outstanding Graduates
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Fire Alarm testing on campus in summer 2023
As is required by New York State Law, SUNY New Paltz will conduct annual fire alarm system inspection and testing
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President’s May 2023 Full Faculty Meeting Report
Dear Colleagues: As we draw to the end of this term, I wanted to share some items of interest and
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Professor of Business Kevin Caskey joins ranks of SUNY Distinguished Service Professors
Professor Kevin Caskey has become the 16th SUNY New Paltz faculty member and first from the School of Business
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Alexis Smith named Salutatorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
Alexis Smith ’23 (Psychology) has been focused on achieving a career working with youth as a licensed mental health clinician
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Joanie Quinones named Valedictorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
When Joanie Quinones ’23 (Communication Studies-Organizational) thinks back to her first time at SUNY New Paltz, during its Accepted Students
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EOP student excellence award winner Brianna Hicks ’23 reflects on journey as student leader
Arriving at SUNY New Paltz in the fall of 2019 was something of a culture shock for Educational Opportunity Program
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The Hon. Kevin R. Bryant ’93, New York State Supreme Court Justice of the Third Judicial District of New York, will deliver the Saturday Commencement address at SUNY New Paltz on May 20, 2023
On May 20, 2023, SUNY New Paltz will welcome distinguished alumnus, the Hon. Kevin R. Bryant ’93 (Political Science), Justice
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl ’95 at 2023 Commencement ceremony
SUNY New Paltz will welcome Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl ’95 (International Relations), an internationally recognized leader in the
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Annual scholarship reception celebrates students and donors during the Inauguration of President Wheeler
SUNY New Paltz Foundation scholarship recipients and their guests met with donors, alumni, faculty and Foundation Board members at the
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SUNY New Paltz Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, May 10
The SUNY New Paltz Council will hold its next meeting at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, in Haggerty
Read More‘Notes for Tomorrow’ exhibition opens June 17 at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is proud to present “Notes for Tomorrow,” an exhibition
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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 impact of SUNY New Paltz: Inauguration concludes with a conversation on University and community stewardship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler concluded on Friday, April 21, with an engaging
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SUNY New Paltz celebrates the Inauguration of ninth President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler
NEW PALTZ – The SUNY New Paltz community celebrated the Inauguration of President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler at an Investiture Ceremony
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The transformative power of higher education: Inauguration kicks off with celebration of student-faculty collaboration and scholarship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler began on Wednesday, April 19, with a forum and
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Video links for Inauguration events, April 19-21
For those who are unable to attend the Inauguration of President Darrell P. Wheeler, April 19-21, the University will be
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Our University, Our Future: Inauguration program concludes April 21 with conversation about SUNY New Paltz’s impact in the community
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr. Darrell
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Our University, Our Future: Inauguration kicks off April 19 with celebrations of the power of public higher education
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr.
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Our University, Our Future – Inaugural events include panel discussions, student/faculty research and more
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr.
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz to celebrate the Inauguration of ninth President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler
NEW PALTZ – Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler will be installed formally on April 20, 2023, as SUNY New Paltz’s ninth president — the first
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Kaitlyn Kociela Taylor practices sustainability as Costume Shop Manager
The SUNY New Paltz Mainstage Production series never stays in the same time or place for long. The recent history
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President’s April 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dear Faculty and Staff: I wish you all a successful and sane end to the semester. Be sure to take
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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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Questionable Authorities concert to raise funds for the Student Crisis Fund
Questionable Authorities is hosting its annual fundraiser on April 14, 2023, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Bacchus Restaurant in New Paltz.
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University presents honorary doctoral degree to Lily McNair, first woman president of Tuskegee University
SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler presented an honorary doctoral degree to Lily McNair, Ph.D., former Tuskegee University president
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Women’s Leadership Summit returns to SUNY New Paltz March 29
The University will welcome more than 40 SUNY New Paltz alumnae back to campus on March 29, 2023, for the
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So much information, so little time: Emmy award-winning news anchor Chris Hayes speaks at New Paltz about ‘Life in the Attention Age’
Award-winning news anchor for MSNBC Chris Hayes captured the attention of a sold-out crowd of campus community members during SUNY
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President’s March 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
It is my pleasure to share this month’s academic, personnel, budgetary and programming updates. Personnel Updates: Provost Search: Our finalists
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“Life in the Attention Age”: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Chris Hayes, March 4
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an afternoon with Chris Hayes, Emmy-winning host, “All In with Chris
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz Council schedules its next meeting for Thursday, Feb. 9
The SUNY New Paltz Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9. This will be
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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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Best of the best: New Paltz School of Business earns AACSB reaccreditation
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business has met all standards and qualifications to retain AACSB International accreditation,
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President’s February 2023 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
I hope you are all settling into the second half of this academic year and gearing up for an exciting
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Ulster County Legislator and New Paltz alumnus Abe Uchitelle ’10 appointed to the College Council
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Abe Uchitelle ’10 (Political Science) to the SUNY New Paltz College Council. Uchitelle
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Info for employees about the annual, mandatory information security awareness training for 2023
The following information was shared with all faculty and staff via email on Jan. 10, 2023 SUNY New Paltz’s annual information security awareness training
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University publishes fall 2022 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester, honoring undergraduate students who excel academically and
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Michael Corbisiero appointed chief of University Police Department
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce that Michael Corbisiero has been appointed chief of the University Police Department (UPD)
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Spring 2023 COVID-19 policies for SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff
SUNY New Paltz has updated its COVID-19 policies for the spring 2023 semester, following guidance from federal, state and local
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Matching Gift Challenge earns $15K for The Legislative Gazette at SUNY New Paltz
When the John Ben Snow Foundation challenged SUNY New Paltz to raise funds to support SUNY New Paltz students from
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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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Quick reminders from Information Technology Services for the new year
With the spring 2023 semester just a few weeks away, Information Technology Services (ITS) shares the following news and reminders
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We are officially a University! SUNY approves new classification for New Paltz
SUNY New Paltz has officially attained University status in the State of New York, effective Jan. 1, 2023, after receiving
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‘The Historic Woodstock Art Colony: The Arthur A. Anderson Collection’ opens on Feb. 4, 2023, at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is proud to present “The Historic Woodstock Art Colony: The
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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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Celebrating fall 2022 Outstanding Graduates
SUNY New Paltz welcomed the friends, family and faculty of exceptional graduating students for the Outstanding Graduates Ceremony on Wednesday,
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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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Update for faculty on new online teaching certification procedures
The following information was sent to all faculty and staff on Dec. 13. Dear Faculty: We are pleased to announce
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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
Read MorePresident’s December 2022 Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
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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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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The Daily Digest is taking a short Thanksgiving break
The SUNY New Paltz Daily Digest newsletter will take a short hiatus around the Thanksgiving holiday this year, with
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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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International Education Week report: New Paltz is a SUNY leader in international students on campus
SUNY New Paltz had more inbound international students enrolled on campus in fall 2021 than any other SUNY comprehensive
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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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Education alumni return to their alma mater to share strategies for teaching climate solutions
SUNY New Paltz convened a panel of six local Hudson Valley K-12 teachers, five of whom are New Paltz School
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Oasis/Haven are moving to a new location, and you’re invited to the Grand Opening on Nov. 14
Oasis/Haven, the crisis hotline and walk-in center where SUNY New Paltz students can seek counseling services from peers, will
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PitchFest puts local startups to the test with rapid entrepreneurial showcase
Designed to connect investors with entrepreneurs and business owners, the Hudson Valley Venture Hub at SUNY New Paltz bridges
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, Nov. 16
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16, in Haggerty
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Democracy Matters president helps students get involved and cast their votes in 2022 elections
Led by its president and co-founder, Miles Palminteri ’23 (International Relations), the SUNY New Paltz chapter of Democracy Matters is
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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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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
Read More2022 Alumni Reunion Weekend welcomes alumni back to campus
SUNY New Paltz welcomed more than 200 alumni back to the College for Alumni Reunion Weekend on Oct. 14-16, 2022. Guests
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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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SUNY New Paltz is one of nation’s greenest colleges, says Princeton Review
SUNY New Paltz is once again listed among the most environmentally responsible colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada,
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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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Humor has the power to unite: Distinguished Speaker Liza Donnelly talks cartooning in dark times
Award-winning cartoonist and writer for The New Yorker Liza Donnelly gave a rousing talk on the unifying power of editorial
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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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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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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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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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“The Power of Humor”: A Distinguished Speaker Series event with Liza Donnelly, Oct. 18
The SUNY New Paltz Distinguished Speaker Series proudly presents an evening with Liza Donnelly, award-winning cartoonist and writer for The
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College records major energy use decreases in 2021-22, saving more than $300,000
SUNY New Paltz’s Carbon Neutrality / Decarbonization Task Force is pleased to announce significant reductions in the campus’s energy
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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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Odell Winfield talk on library services includes full-circle moment honoring late Black Studies professor’s legacy
This year’s Dennis O’Keefe Lecture at SUNY New Paltz paid tribute to a beloved, late Black Studies professor who helped
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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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“She followed the blueprint”: Alumna Ciara Devlin ’22 shows how networking led her to prestigious accounting firm
It was a full-circle moment when Ciara Devlin ’22 (Accounting; Finance) spoke to a group of students in SUNY New
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Education major working with Department of Teaching & Learning to create trans education resource library
After meeting with transgender and nonbinary students on campus last year, Vanessa Grisales ’23 (Childhood Education; History) wanted to
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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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