Campus fire alarm testing resumes May 23, 2022
The following message was shared with all members of the campus community via email on May 6. As is required
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Institutional
“May you have fair winds and following seas”: Community comes together to celebrate Don and Sandy Christian at their retirement
President Donald P. Christian and Sandy Christian were the guests of honor at three receptions held on campus this month,
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
May 9, 2022 (in advance of May 11 Faculty Senate Meeting) This is my final (and 92nd!) monthly report to
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Federal Work-Study deadline approaching: Departments should place requests by May 13
The Federal Work-Study (FWS) request process is now open to New Paltz faculty and staff for the 2022-23 academic year.
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New Paltz MFA in the Top 20 nationwide in 2022 Best Value Schools ranking
The MFA at SUNY New Paltz was rated No. 19 on Best Value Schools’ 2022 list of the Best Schools
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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
Read MorePhilanthropic support valued at $3 million will establish art programming at SUNY New Paltz
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art and the SUNY New Paltz Foundation are pleased to announce a $3 million bequest
Read MoreScholarship reception celebrates students, donors
SUNY New Paltz scholarship recipients and their guests met with donors, alumni, faculty and Foundation Board members at the 2022
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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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College mourns death of KC Stevens, longtime director of business affairs
It is with sadness that we share news of the death of Kathryn Collette “KC” Stevens ’95g (Humanistic-Multicultural Education), who
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New Sustainability Course Designation helps students find and enroll in classes with a sustainability focus
SUNY New Paltz’s Sustainability Committee is proud to introduce the new Sustainability Course Designation, which empowers students to design a
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Backpack Give Back: New Paltz Rotary Club packs food for families in need
A host of student organizations are joining forces with the New Paltz Rotary Club on a drive to provide backpacks
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Hard work pays off for EOP Student Excellence award winner Elina Lopez ’22
Elina Lopez ’22 (Psychology) of Tarrytown, New York, knew she wanted to spend the next four years at SUNY New
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Class of 2022 Valedictorian: Martin Benesh
The design and technology concentration in the Department of Theatre Arts may not always get as much time in the
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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
Read MoreCollege Council schedules its next meeting for Monday, April 25
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 25, via teleconference.
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Student Association announces spring 2022 election results
The following message was sent to all students via email on April 8. Good Evening New Paltz Community, We are
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Lily D. McNair at 2022 Commencement Ceremony
Update: Unfortunately, Lily D. McNair, Ph.D., is unable to travel to be with us at Commencement this year. The College
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Ed Carroll ’85 at 2022 Commencement Ceremony
SUNY New Paltz is honored to welcome distinguished alumnus Ed Carroll ’85 (Communication & Media), a recognized leader in the
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SUNY New Paltz will present honorary doctorate to Everton H. Henriques ’78 ’83g at 2022 Commencement Ceremony
SUNY New Paltz will celebrate the career and contributions of Everton H. Henriques ’78 ’83g (Chemistry), a chemist, engineer, entrepreneur,
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A supplier of human connection: Distinguished Speaker Michael Dorf talks wine, music and building community
City Winery Founder and CEO Michael Dorf gave an enlightening lecture on his storied career for SUNY New Paltz’s 14th
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
April 4, 2022 (in advance of April 6 Faculty Senate Meeting) I wish everyone well at what I know is
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Commencement 2022 update: Our plans for COVID-19 safety, guests and more
SUNY New Paltz is planning a Commencement weekend on May 20, 21 & 22, 2022, that resembles celebrations in
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Good as gold: SUNY New Paltz is a top Military Friendly® school for eighth-straight year
SUNY New Paltz has once again been recognized for its service for veteran, dependent and active-military students with the Military
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Human Research Ethics Board announces spring 2022 training
The Human Research Ethics Board (HREB) announces its spring 2022 training program for faculty teaching of research methods and other
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Call for Nominations: Distinguished Faculty Ranks
The following information was sent to all faculty and staff via email on March 10. It was sent by the
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SUNY New Paltz moves to mask-optional policy for most indoor spaces on March 14
Update July 5, 2022: Masks will be required in medical settings on campus, including the Health Center and the Athletic
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A message from SUNY Interim Chancellor Deborah F. Stanley on the eve of spring breaks
At long last, spring break is upon us. Our students deserve this time off after months of working hard to
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SUNY New Paltz named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars for 2021-2022
SUNY New Paltz has been named one of the top producers of Fulbright U.S. Scholars in 2021-2022 by the U.S.
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New graduate program in Digital Design & Fabrication to debut fall 2022
SUNY New Paltz has launched a new graduate program in Digital Design & Fabrication (DDF), an interdisciplinary curriculum at the
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Feb. 28 update on indoor masking policies at SUNY New Paltz, which remain in place for now
The following information was communicated as part of President Donald P. Christian’s March 2022 Report to the Academic and Professional
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Our Beloved Community: Black Lives Matter @ School welcomes alumni back for community & action panel
Black Lives Matter @ School hosted and sponsored a number of events for the SUNY New Paltz community in
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Feb. 28, 2022 (in advance of Mar. 2 Faculty Senate Meeting) I prepared this month’s report keenly aware that it
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Center for Student Success earns CRLA certification for tutor training program
The Center for Student Success at SUNY New Paltz has been awarded certification as a Level 1 tutor training program
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Monday, March 7
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 7, via teleconference.
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Save the Date: Employee reception honoring President Christian, May 9
SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff are invited to help celebrate the 12-year career of retiring President Donald P.
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Updated internal deadline guidance for grant proposal development
The Office of Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance has issued updated guidance regarding deadlines, timeframes, and scheduling for grant proposal
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Message from President Christian: Acknowledging antisemitism, and hope for healing
The following message was sent via email to all students and employees on Feb. 16, 2022. SUNY New Paltz
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Professor Ilgu Ozler receives Fulbright award to teach and research in Spain
Professor Ilgu Ozler of the Department of Political Science & International Relations has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award
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Announcing spring 2022 Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience award winners
The College’s Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) program is delighted to announce the winners of the spring 2022 Academic
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Jan. 31, 2022 (in advance of Feb. 2 Faculty Senate Meeting) I hope your first days of the new semester
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“Somewhere in Advance of Nowhere” opens Feb. 5 at the Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is delighted to present “Somewhere in Advance of Nowhere: Freedom
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Department of Black Studies will move into Old Main
The following message was sent to all SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff on Thursday, Jan. 27. The message
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Join the GE Board at General Education Forums on Feb. 2 and 10
All SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff are invited to give feedback on a proposed revision to our General Education
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If you park in the Village, don’t get towed! Keep your vehicle off the streets when it snows two inches or more
The Town and the Village of New Paltz are reminding the community that it is illegal to park your vehicle
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President Christian welcomes campus community to the spring 2022 semester
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff by email on Jan. 24, 2022. Members of the
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Parking Office closed Jan. 20 – 24
The SUNY New Paltz Parking Office will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 20, Friday, Jan. 21, and Monday, Jan. 24,
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The countdown begins! Our plans for in-person Commencement ceremonies May 20-22
SUNY New Paltz is preparing to celebrate our newest graduates at in-person, outdoor Commencement ceremonies on May 20, 21 &
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Updated mileage rate for employee travel, and other spring 2022 info from the Travel Office
The following information was originally delivered to all faculty and staff via a Jan. 18 email from the Travel Office.
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Global Engagement Program hosts U.N Ambassador to Cuba Yuri Gala Lopes
The SUNY Global Engagement Program hosted a discussion of Cuba’s position in the United Nations with Ambassador Yuri Gala Lopez and
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College publishes fall 2021 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2021 semester, honoring students who excel academically and
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Catherine Collado ’19g awarded Fulbright for program in South Korea
Study Abroad Advisor Catherine Collado ’19g (Business Administration) has been named a recipient of the U.S.-Korea International Education Administrators Award,
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New Student Orientation in January 2022 will be fully virtual
The SUNY New Paltz Center for Student Engagement is moving all January Orientation activities online as a measure to protect
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Matching Gift Challenge raises more than $100,000 for Educational Opportunity Program at SUNY New Paltz
When two anonymous donors challenged SUNY New Paltz to raise funds to address the needs of Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
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New Paltz faculty can now access professional development and resources through the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity
SUNY New Paltz has obtained an Institutional Membership to the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity (NCFDD), a move that
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SUNY-wide telecommuting pilot program extended into 2022
The following information was shared with all employees via email on Dec. 22, 2021. We are pleased to announce that
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SUNY Board of Trustees appoints Deborah F. Stanley as interim chancellor effective Jan. 15, 2022
The following press release was issued by SUNY on Dec. 20, 2021. State University of New York Board of
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Daily Digest schedule for winter 2021-22
The Daily Digest email newsletter will take a short end-of-year break from Dec. 23 – 31, and return in the
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Most campus buildings will be card-access-only during winter break
Most buildings on the SUNY New Paltz campus will be closed to the public from close-of-business on Dec. 23 until
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Campus H: Drive will be retired on March 14, 2022, and other winter news from ITS
The shared Campus Drive for file storage, also known as the H: Drive, will be retired on March 14, 2022,
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The GRE is no longer required for graduate programs in education in New York State
SUNY students interested in graduate-level (masters and advanced certificate) programs in teaching and educational administration are no longer required to
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SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announces resignation effective Jan. 14, 2022
On Dec. 9, 2021, SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras submitted a letter to the SUNY Board of Trustees announcing his intention
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Two new updates to the campus hot water system will deliver carbon-use reduction and cost savings
Facilities Management is pleased to share information about two campus infrastructure upgrades that advance SUNY New Paltz’s carbon reduction goals
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Overview of expected spring 2022 COVID-19 policies
Update: The most current COVID-19 policies for spring 2022 can be found at this link. The new link confirms our
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Tanhena Pacheco Dunn will assume new position as Vice President for Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion on Jan. 1
Tanhena Pacheco Dunn, who currently serves as Associate Vice President for Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer,
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Dec. 6, 2021 (in advance of Dec. 8 Faculty Senate Meeting) I know that we all look forward to wrapping
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Jessica Binns-Dickinson appointed new Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Binns-Dickinson to the newly created position of Assistant Vice
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Acclaimed neuroscientist extolls the perks of “Good Anxiety”
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences hosted New York University professor and author Dr. Wendy Suzuki for an engaging conversation
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“Mary Frank: The Observing Heart,” opens Feb. 5 at The Dorsky Museum
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is delighted to present “Mary Frank: The Observing Heart,” an
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Professor Andrea Noel receives fellowship to support residency in Poland
Professor Andrea Noel of the Department of Teaching & Learning has been named a recipient of an Ulam Programme fellowship
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Standing in solidarity and peace with the Arbery family
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff via email on Nov. 26. Dear Campus Community, On
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Standing with Black communities in the wake of the Rittenhouse verdict
The following message was sent by email to all students, faculty and staff on Nov. 22, 2021. SUNY New Paltz
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Get involved with the academic program development process with RAPID3
RAPID3 – Re-envisioning Academic Program (Internal) Development, Design and Delivery – is a subcommittee of the Strategic Planning Council that
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Journalist Cindi Leive gives inspiring talk at Hudson Valley Writing Project’s “Still We Rise” seminar
Acclaimed journalist Cindi Leive paid a visit to SUNY New Paltz on Nov. 13 to deliver the keynote address at
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New Paltz UPD honored with 2021 SUNY Police Chiefs Association Awards
Seven members of the SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD) were honored for life-saving actions and outstanding professionalism
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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2021 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz will acquire new artwork from regional artist ransome, titled “Lemonade,”
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Reminders about final exam accommodations with the Disability Resource Center
The Disability Resource Center (DRC) works each semester to coordinate exam accommodations for New Paltz students who request them. For
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“To offer love for our country and freedom”: Campus community raises a toast on Veterans Day
Students, faculty, alumni and staff came together with the local veteran and military community on Veterans Day 2021 to toast
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Global Engagement Program hosts foreign policy talk with Biden admin Assistant Secretary of State Elizabeth Allen, Nov. 17
The SUNY Global Engagement Program invites one and all to attend a discussion of foreign policy with Elizabeth Allen, assistant
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SUNY New Paltz UPD will adopt use of body cameras following Advisory Committee recommendation
The following announcement was sent to all students, faculty and staff by email on Nov. 15. Dear Campus Community, The
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Two from New Paltz selected as SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute fellows
Two SUNY New Paltz administrators will join eight other SUNY faculty and staff from six campuses as newly named 2022
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We are ALL IN: New Paltz students had highest voting rate in SUNY in 2020
The results are in from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for 2020, and New Paltz students finished first in
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, Nov. 17
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, via teleconference.
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Announcing Sustainability Fellows for 2021-22
The Sustainability Faculty Learning Community is pleased to announce the sixth cohort of Sustainability Faculty Fellows, who will join a supportive
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College appoints Dr. Edward Lawson to new position as Assistant Director for Intercultural Relations in the Center for Student Engagement
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward Lawson, J.D., MBA, as Assistant Director for Intercultural Relations
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Student-led discussion on Asian hate sparks productive conversation
The SUNY New Paltz Asian and Pacific Islander Student Alliance (APISA) led a wide-ranging conversation on Asian hate in America,
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Support our Hawks! Two afternoon playoff games (and a food truck!) on campus, Nov. 3
The top-ranked SUNY New Paltz Field Hockey team and the No. 2 seed Men’s Soccer team have home playoff contests
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Nov. 1, 2021 (in advance of Nov. 3 Faculty Senate Meeting) Table of Contents: COVID-19 Management and Case Trajectory –
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SUNY New Paltz is one of the best colleges making international education accessible to all students, says U.S. Dept. of State
SUNY New Paltz has been named a 20-Year Gilman Top Producer by the U.S. Department of State, an honor reserved
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“Ring out for Climate”: Van den Berg clocktower will chime on Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. for UN Summit
SUNY New Paltz is joining a global call to action to highlight the importance of the 26th annual United Nations
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It’s official: D2L Brightspace is SUNY’s new learning management system
SUNY has announced their selection of Desire2Learn’s (D2L) Brightspace learning management system as the new digital learning environment for all
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Every year is an election year! Ulster County Early Voting at SUNY New Paltz, Oct. 23 – 31
The Ulster County Board of Elections will host early voting at the Student Union Building, room 62 (lower level), starting
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Election Day 2021 is Nov. 2: Here’s what you need to know about Political Activity on Campus
The College shares this reminder about State University policy on the use of campus facilities and other resources for campaign-related
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College mourns passing of Dr. Spencer Mass, Director of Accelerated Dual Degree Medical Programs
It is with sadness that the College shares that Dr. Spencer Mass, instructor in the Department of Biology and director
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100% of SUNY New Paltz students are now in compliance with SUNY’s Vaccine Policy
All New Paltz students enrolled for fall 2021 are fully compliant with the SUNY-wide COVID-19 vaccination requirement. More than 97%
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Thursday, Oct. 21
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21, via teleconference.
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Reminders from Design & Print Services for the 2021-22 academic year
The Design & Print Services staff in the Office of Communication & Marketing would like to remind you that we
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Update on campus building heating for fall and winter 2021
The following message was sent to all members of the campus community via email on Oct. 14. Facilities Operations staff
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The President’s Award for Student Excellence: A new recognition for outstanding New Paltz Hawks
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the creation of the new President’s Award for Student Excellence, a campus-level honor
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Oct. 4, 2021 (in advance of Oct. 6 Faculty Senate Meeting) It is difficult to believe that we have reached
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