Faculty and staff awards, honors and appointments
Congratulations to the following faculty and staff members for their notable awards, honors, appointments and promotions: AMANDA BABIRAD (Library) has
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College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Come one, come all! SUNY New Paltz visits the 2015 N.Y. State Fair
Representatives of SUNY New Paltz returned to Syracuse, N.Y. on Sunday, Aug. 30 to take part in the State University
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Evolutionary Studies Program Hosts Successful Summer Institute
The inaugural Evolutionary Studies (EvoS) Summer Institute recently welcomed eight secondary education teachers to SUNY New Paltz for a week
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Anthropology faculty awarded NSF funding for research in Vietnam
Lauren Meeker, associate professor of anthropology at SUNY New Paltz, has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) award of nearly
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IDMH launches new Advanced Certificate in Trauma and Disaster Mental Health
Certification program is designed for working professionals and graduate students, consists mainly of online courses that can be completed in
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College welcomes new faculty members
SUNY New Paltz proudly announces the appointment of 36 new full-time faculty for the 2015-16 academic year. “I am so pleased to
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Competitive poetry prize goes to digital media & journalism professor
The Americana institute for American studies and creative writing has announced that Howie Good, professor of digital media & journalism
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Faculty member’s study of social mobility in Brazil to receive NSF funding
Benjamin Junge, associate professor in the departments of anthropology and Latin American and Caribbean studies, has been awarded a National
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In Archaeological Field School, students discover underground history of New Paltz
The SUNY New Paltz Archaeological Field School, under the instruction of Associate Professor of Anthropology Joseph Diamond, has been a
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Alumna wins big on “Wheel of Fortune”
When Jenny (Thayer) Riehl ’02 ’04g (Communication Disorders) was a contestant on “Wheel of Fortune” last December, she had no
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Alumnus publishes “The Era of the Clipper Ships,” a history and tribute to his own ancestry
Donald Gunn Ross III ’93 (Journalism) has had an interest in American maritime history since he first learned he was
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Mexican faculty visit SUNY New Paltz for language and cultural immersion
In 2013 President Barack Obama, working in collaboration with Mexican President Peña Nieto and other Latin American heads of state,
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Sociology faculty member’s new book examines the organic farming movement in the U.S.
Brian Obach, professor of sociology at SUNY New Paltz, has released “Organic Struggle,” a new publication from MIT Press that
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Retiree Profile: Robert Miller (Digital Media & Journalism)
Though Robert Miller’s career at SUNY New Paltz primarily found him working with students and fellow faculty in the Department
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Alumnus goes under the sea, uncovers history
On a plane ride back to SUNY New Paltz to begin his junior year, Jeremy Borelli ’12 (Anthropology) read an
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A study of unrequited love: assistant professor of journalism discusses research on Academic Minute
Lisa A. Phillips, assistant professor of journalism, was featured on the nationally syndicated educational radio program “The Academic Minute,” on
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English alumnus success stems from liberal arts education
Part of the beauty of a liberal arts education is the unexpected directions your degree can take you. After graduating
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Creative Writing students find inspiration on Historic Huguenot Street
Twenty-eight SUNY New Paltz students with a passion for creative writing participated in a tour of Historic Huguenot Street (HHS),
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More than 1,500 new grads walk at 2015 SUNY New Paltz Commencement
Undergraduates representing the classes of August 2014, December 2014, May 2015 and August 2015 stood before their families, friends and
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Advanced degrees bestowed at 2015 SUNY New Paltz Graduate Commencement
More than 200 students representing the classes of August 2014, December 2014, May 2015 and August 2015 proudly donned caps
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College honors Outstanding Graduates before an audience of friends, family and faculty
The 2015 SUNY New Paltz Outstanding Graduates ceremony was held May 15 in recognition of the superb achievement, in and
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Alumnus returns to campus to discuss doctoral research in neuroscience
Joseph DiPietro ’08 (Psychology – Psychobiology), doctoral candidate at the Fetcho Lab in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior at Cornell University,
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“Minds at Work” events showcase student research and scholarship
[Click here to view full gallery and download photos] A day of celebration of student scholarly work was highlighted by
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College names Class of 2015 valedictorian and salutatorian
Marisa Gargaro ’15 of West Islip, N.Y., has been named the Class of 2015 valedictorian at SUNY New Paltz. As
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College to celebrate Commencement
SUNY New Paltz will hold the 2015 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, on the Old
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International Relations student speaks for disarmament at United Nations
SUNY New Paltz student Sampson Oppedisano ’15 (International Relations/Asian Studies) gave an address before United Nation (UN) diplomats and non-governmental
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History student helps kick off Healthy Ulster County Week
Marykate Acquisto ’15 (History) has high hopes for Healthy Ulster County Week—after all she was instrumental in planning the initiative
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Liberal Arts & Sciences faculty receive Excellence in Scholarship Award
At a recent meeting of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty, Dean Laura Barrett presented Michelle Woods, associate
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Alumna’s love of the outdoors keeps her close to the College
A passion for the outdoors first drew Amanda Gresens ’08 (Communication) to SUNY New Paltz as an undergraduate. Now, as a
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John Bellinger, former State Department legal advisor, speaks on international law
SUNY New Paltz welcomed John Bellinger to campus Monday, April 27, for a lecture entitled “Confronting the Islamic State: Challenges
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Ottaway Visiting Professor gives talk on issues in modern journalism
Award-winning author and multimedia narrative journalist Alissa Quart, the 2015 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY
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Alumna shares Facebook findings at campus event
What do our Facebook tendencies say about the way we view relationships? One SUNY New Paltz alumna returned to campus
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Annual IDMH conference addresses health consequences of climate change
The SUNY New Paltz Institute of Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) hosted its 12th annual conference on Friday, April 17. Entitled
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Panel discusses employment discrimination, human rights in U.S. and China
A panel of employment discrimination specialists from the U.S. and China, including a New Paltz alumnus, presented a discussion on
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United Nations programming leads to UNAI membership
For more than 25 years, United Nations-related programs at SUNY New Paltz have delivered international opportunities and awareness to students
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Professor discusses Neanderthal DNA research on Academic Minute
Glenn Geher, professor and chair of Psychology as well as director of Evolutionary Studies at SUNY New Paltz, was featured on
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Serving the community through Rescue Squad involvement
The New Paltz Rescue Squad (NPRS) has been providing advanced life support coverage to the Village and the Town of New Paltz
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Prominent doctor to speak on acid reflux disease epidemic
Dr. Jonathan E. Aviv, one of the leading authorities on acid reflux disease, will share his expertise on the disease’s
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Regina Calcaterra ’88 delivers moving Distinguished Speaker Series talk
The seventh annual Distinguished Speaker Series at SUNY New Paltz saw the return to campus of alumna Regina Calcaterra ’88
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Women’s Summit brings alumnae and thought leaders to campus for panel discussions on success
The College welcomed 32 women scholars and business leaders, the vast majority of whom are New Paltz alumnae, for a
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Sociology professor selected as SUNY Chancellor’s Award recipient
SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher has announced the recipients of the 2014-15 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching, and SUNY
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Yale University “traveling scriptorium” visits SUNY New Paltz
The Yale University Library’s Conservation and Exhibitions Services staff recently visited the New Paltz campus to present “The Making of
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Assemblymember and alumnus tours campus construction
Assemblymember and alumnus Kevin Cahill (D-Kingston) ’77 (Political Science) visited SUNY New Paltz on Feb. 17, to tour current construction
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Faculty Excellence Award recipient to give Speaker Series presentation
Eve Waltermaurer, director of research & evaluation at the Center for Research, Regional Education and Outreach (CRREO) and associate professor
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College welcomes 2015 Ottaway Visiting Professor
The campus community was introduced to Alissa Quart, SUNY New Paltz’s 2015 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism,
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Psychology students analyze, present on student survey data
Students in psychology professor Douglas Maynard’s fall ’14 Psychological Statistics II course worked with 2011 and 2014 National Survey of
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Newlyweds find love and friendship at SUNY New Paltz
Newlyweds Elizabeth (Ruggerio) DeKams ’08 (Speech Pathology and Audiology) and John DeKams ’08 (Elementary Education) had many mutual friends and
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Professor of journalism releases new book on love and obsession
Drawing on elements of memoir as well as her own reporting and research, Assistant Professor of Journalism Lisa A. Phillips’
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Fall 2014 Dean’s List announced
SUNY New Paltz has announced its Dean’s List for the fall 2014 semester. Dean’s List designation is reserved for students
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College honors outstanding grads
SUNY New Paltz honored students with Outstanding Graduate Awards at a ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 11, in the Multi-Purpose Room.
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Academic Minute features faculty research on intersection of criminology and public health
Eve Waltermaurer, associate professor (Sociology) and director of research and evaluation (CRREO) at SUNY New Paltz, was recently featured on the
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Giving back – Service shapes alumni outcomes
Dedicating time to service builds a strong sense of leadership and ambition that often leaves a lasting impact on those
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Inspired by social psychology, alumna transforms student life
Robin Cohen-La Valle ’77 (Psychology and Communication) ’82g (Psychology) can trace her professional track directly back to her master’s thesis.
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Alumni Advisory Council allows alumnus to reconnect with college
Desmond Murray ’82 (Communication) has put his major and personal connections to work in a new role at SUNY New
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U.S. Foreign Policy panel discussion set for Nov. 20
The SUNY New Paltz Center for Middle Eastern Dialogue and the Department of Political Science and International Relations will sponsor
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Students and faculty team up for “Piano Riot” performance
The Department of Music at SUNY New Paltz presents “Piano Riot: Music for Four and Six Hands,” on Tuesday, Nov.
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Green infrastructure projects highlighted in documentary
New Paltz biology professor David Richardson and students from multiple academic disciplines have produced a documentary about the College’s ongoing
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Professor releases new book, proceeds benefit local food bank
Howard Good’s collection of poems titled “Fugitive Pieces” is his latest book in a string of nearly two-dozen publications written over
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Alum starts business, launches app for learners with Autism
After 14 years in the mental health field, Stacey Trapani-Barber ’00 (Psychology) recently started her own consultation business and created
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Alum’s architecture firm wins Building Project of the Year award
Congratulations are in order for alumnus Rick Alfandre ’80 (Communication Studies) and his firm Alfandre Architecture based in New Paltz.The
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Professor to host seminar on Ebola mapping project
“Helping with the Ebola crisis in West Africa: A Humanitarian, OpenStreetMap Team” seminar, led by geography Professor Lawrence McGlinn, will
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From Gutenberg to Google Books: Students investigate the history of the book
Students in Associate Professor Tom Olsen’s (English) senior seminar course “From Gutenberg to Google Books” got a firsthand look at
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Journalism professor’s book named best in nation
SUNY New Paltz journalism professor Robert Miraldi’s biography of a famous American investigative reporter has been named the best journalism
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Alum’s career in admissions launched at New Paltz
Christopher Wright ’01 (Interpersonal/Intercultural Communication), director of enrollment technology at Emerson College in Boston and member of the newly formed
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Recent grad honored to serve alma mater
As an alumnus who was an active student leader at SUNY New Paltz, Steven Posada ’12, the College’s new alumni
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Renowned Dominican poet discusses literary world in present-day Latin America
Renowned Dominican poet Frank Báez was warmly welcomed on Monday, Sept. 8 by SUNY New Paltz students and faculty when
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Climate change activist Bill McKibben to speak at SUNY New Paltz
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences proudly welcomes author and environmentalist Bill McKibben as he mobilizes support for the
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Documentary by alum with dwarfism goes viral
A day-in-the-life documentary created by a recent SUNY New Paltz graduate with dwarfism has garnered millions of views and national
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College welcomes 34 new faculty members
SUNY New Paltz welcomes 34 new full-time faculty to campus, including 11 faculty who will occupy new lines, for the
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Assistant professor awarded National Science Foundation (NSF) grant
Assistant Professor (Psychology) Navin Viswanathan has received a $50,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for his project “Making
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Library plays role in alumni love story
Vincent Mui ’06 (Visual Arts) and Aimee Babcock-Ellis ’07 (Communication) are among a long list of SUNY New Paltz sweethearts.
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IDMH director discusses Malaysian Airlines disaster with CCTV America
On Wednesday, July 23, 2014, Psychology Professor and Director of the Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) Dr. James Halpern
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From New Paltz to Japan to England: alum pursues advanced studies abroad
William Borchert ’10 lived locally when he was an undergraduate at New Paltz, commuting from his hometown of nearby Marlboro.
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Amber Greene ’03 advocates for citizens of NYC
After graduating from New Paltz, Amber Greene ’03 wasted no time putting her public relations degree to work. Now, 11
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Alum heads efforts to improve Hispanic health
Dr. Jane Delgado ’73, president and chief executive officer of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, was just 16 years
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Alumni, students comprise film crew of “Liner Notes”
SUNY New Paltz communication and media professor Gregory Bray ’00 (Communication and Media) has assembled a team of fellow alumni
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Retired professor conducts research on tick-borne illnesses
For some faculty members, “retirement” is not a term to be taken literally. After more than 38 “productive and rewarding”
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New Paltz celebrates student success with Commencement Ceremonies
More than 1,400 undergraduate and graduate students walked across the stage in tassels, caps, cords, and gowns at this year’s
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SUNY New Paltz honors outstanding grads
SUNY New Paltz honored 105 students with Outstanding Graduate Awards at a ceremony on Friday, May 16, in the Multi-Purpose
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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences names Teacher of the Year
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has named Penny Freel ’95g (English Literature) Teacher of the Year for 2013-2014.
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SUNY New Paltz names Class of 2014 valedictorian and salutatorian
Arielle Rubinstein, a double major in communication disorders and linguistics, has been named the class of 2014 valedictorian at the
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SUNY New Paltz to celebrate Commencement
The State University of New York at New Paltz will hold the May 2014 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony beginning at 10
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College appoints new dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The State University of New York at New Paltz announces the appointment of Laura Barrett as its new dean of
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Film screening of Bordering on Treason to be held April 29
Bordering on Treason features New Paltz alumna Lorna Tychostup ’88 (pictured at right). The Media and Journalism Society and Department
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Center for Middle Eastern Dialogue to host talk about challenges to autocracy in Turkey and the Middle East on April 23
The Center for Middle Eastern Dialogue at SUNY New Paltz will host a talk by John VanderLippe, associate professor of
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Students and scholars come together for eighth annual NorthEastern Evolutionary Psychology Society (NEEPS) conference
Since its inception on the SUNY New Paltz campus in 2007, the NorthEastern Evolutionary Psychology Society (NEEPS) conference has served
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Professor honored with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Excellence Award
Thomas Festa, associate professor and graduate director (English) at the State University of New York at New Paltz, has received
Read MoreThe Institute for Disaster Mental Health holds annual conference on crisis communication
Registration is now open for the 11th annual Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) conference, “Why Don’t People Listen? The
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SUNY New Paltz professor Dr. Robert Miraldi to discuss, sign new biography
NEW PALTZ—Dr. Robert Miraldi, a SUNY New Paltz journalism professor, will read from his new biography of America’s premier investigative reporter at a book signing and reception on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m., at the Honors Center in College Hall on the New Paltz campus. The event is free and open…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz professor Dr. Robert Miraldi to discuss, sign new biography
NEW PALTZ—Dr. Robert Miraldi, a SUNY New Paltz journalism professor, will read from his new biography of America’s premier investigative reporter at a book signing and reception on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m., at the Honors Center in College Hall on the New Paltz campus. The event is free and open…
Read MoreNew York Conference on Asian Studies creates award to honor New Paltz professor
NEW PALTZ —The New York Conference on Asian Studies (NYCAS) has created the Ronald G. Knapp Award for Distinguished Service to Asian Studies in New York State, in recognition of the work of its long-time executive secretary and emeritus SUNY Distinguished Professor at New Paltz, Ronald Knapp. Knapp became the first…
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Institute for Disaster Mental Health to host training workshop at SUNY New Paltz
NEW PALTZ — The Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) at the State University of New Paltz, in collaboration with the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP), will hold a workshop, titled “Military Culture, Military Sexual Assault, and Sleep Issues,” from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11,…
Read MoreThe Institute for Disaster Mental Health awarded second grant to build a network of Palestinian and Israeli psychological first aid practitioners
NEW PALTZ – The Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) at the State University of New York at New Paltz has been awarded a $93,169 grant from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to support the Mitigating Conflict via Early Mental Health Interventions Program. This is the second grant of…
Read MoreThe Institute for Disaster Mental Health and the Center for Deployment Psychology set to train clinicians to assist veterans and their families
NEW PALTZ- Recognizing the need to equip more mental health providers with the skills to assist military personnel and their families, the Institute for Disaster Mental Health (IDMH) at SUNY New Paltz is collaborating with the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) to host a two-day training in Prolonged Exposure Therapy. This…
Read MoreNew Paltz Professor Michael Vargas awarded Fulbright grant
Michael Vargas, a professor in the Department of History at the State University of New York at New Paltz, has received a grant from the Fulbright Scholar Program. The award was granted to support Vargas in his continued study of the Crown of Aragon in the late Middle Ages, including the…
Read MoreNew Paltz selects Interim Dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
NEW PALTZ – Dr. Stella Deen has been appointed Interim Dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences effective July 1, 2013. She will serve in this capacity while a national search is conducted for a new dean. The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the largest academic unit at…
Read MoreNew Paltz professor awarded Guggenheim Foundation grant
NEW PALTZ – Professor Kathy Goodell, currently the area head of the painting & drawing program of the School of Fine and Performing Arts at the State University of New York at New Paltz, is the recipient of a 2013 Fellow Grant in the category of Creative/Fine Arts from the John…
Read MoreSeven SUNY New Paltz students selected as finalists in Investigative Reporters & Editors awards
NEW PALTZ – An article written by six SUNY New Paltz journalism students was a finalist in the Student category of the annual Investigative Reporters & Editors (IRE) awards. The story, “Local officials are likely to profit from fracking in Southern Tier,” was researched and written by Andrew Wyrich (’13), Cat Tacopina…
Read MoreThe comic tour-de-force coming to the McKenna Stage
NEW PALTZ – The hilarious Tony Award-winning musical The Producers, written by Mel Brooks, will be performed at the State University of New York at New Paltz. The show, under the direction of Jack Wade, with musical direction by Stephen Kitsakos and choreography by Joe Langworth, is being produced by the…
Read MoreFive New Paltz students receive Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence
NEW PALTZ – Five seniors from the State University of New York at New Paltz have received the 2013 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. They are: Faith Hassell, an industrial and organizational psychology major, from East Meadow, N.Y.; Kimberly Lepore, a psychology major, from Standfordville, N.Y.; Destiny Denise Saldivar, a…
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