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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Student News
Students master the Portuguese language in hybrid course
SUNY New Paltz students are “traveling” to Brazil to learn Portuguese thanks to a distance learning course run in conjunction
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College takes steps to ensure Ebola preparedness on campus
While there have been no Ebola cases on the New Paltz campus, the College is taking steps to ensure our preparedness,
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College unveils new transit hub
The construction of the new Campus Transit Hub, located at the entrance of the Route 32 parking lot, goes hand
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Business Leaders of the 21st Century share path to success
From London to New Paltz, the message was clear. Network, get involved and be relevant. These were the overwhelming sentiments
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Students get hands-on with the chemistry of candy
In celebration of National Chemistry Week, the Chemistry Department welcomed more than 40 students, ages 6-12, to campus on Wednesday,
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College celebrates National Food Day with ‘Campus Crunch,’ Oct. 24
SUNY New Paltz, along with 16 other colleges and universities from around New York State, will take part in the
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Campus community gives back on Make a Difference Day
More than 300 members of the New Paltz campus community gathered together in support of the local community during Make
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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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SUNY New Paltz Theatre Arts to present “Philadelphia Story”
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz will present Philip Barry’s classic play “Philadelphia Story,” directed by visiting
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College hosts groundbreaking for new science buliding
SUNY New Paltz held a groundbreaking ceremony today for its new science building. The building will add a modern, two-story,
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American Marketing Association students participate in Taste of New Paltz
SUNY New Paltz American Marketing Association students conducted market research at the 24th annual Taste of New Paltz on Sept. 14,
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New turf field increases intramural access to meet student needs
A new turf field has opened on the south side of the SUNY New Paltz campus, providing more available space
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College hosts Campus Safety Day, Sept.17
In furthering our mission to “protect and serve” the SUNY New Paltz University Police Department (UPD), in conjunction with the
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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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Center for International Programs hosts annual Study Abroad Fair
The Center for International Programs will host its annual Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 11 a.m. to
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College launches new campus safety mobile app
SUNY New Paltz is helping to empower campus community members and put personal safety into their hands thanks to a
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First-Year Internship Program launched for alumni-employees
The Career Resource Center and the Office of Alumni Relations have joined forces to offer SUNY New Paltz’s inaugural First-Year
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony opens Center for Business Advising
More than 75 SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff, students, and business community members recently attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for
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Weekend service on the New Paltz LOOP bus starts Aug. 30
College officials at SUNY New Paltz joined students and staff, members of the New Paltz community, and representatives from Ulster
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College celebrates Wilderness Act with a series of fall events
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act, one of the most important federal environmental
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College officially opens academic year with annual Convocation ceremony
President Donald P. Christian was joined by faculty, staff, student leaders and athletes, alumni, and Foundation board directors in welcoming
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Incoming freshmen settle in during Moving In Day
SUNY New Paltz became home to more than 1,100 first-year students on Thursday during the College’s annual Moving In Day
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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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Performing the past: Students work as interpreters at Historic Huguenot Street
It’s no secret that the Village of New Paltz is a history lover’s playground. But for some SUNY New Paltz
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Convocation ceremony set for Aug.22
SUNY New Paltz will launch a new student-focused, interactive Convocation ceremony for the incoming class on Friday, Aug. 22, at
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College to welcome more than 1,800 new first-year and transfer students
SUNY New Paltz will welcome more than 1,100 first-year students to the College during the annual Moving In Day beginning
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Sociology student, professor benefit from research collaboration
A student-faculty research partnership between Associate Professor of Sociology Peter Kaufman and Richard Bente ’14 (Sociology) is garnering attention from
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HBO’s “Girls” shoots episode at SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz was transformed into a television set on Tuesday, July 29, as the cast and crew of HBO’s “Girls”
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Students volunteer, give back to Panama community
Fifteen students participating in SUNY New Paltz’s Global Medical Brigade Club recently traveled across the globe to Panama to partner
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School of Education science and tech scholars participate in health career camp
Five high school students in the School of Education‘s Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) recently took part in Albany
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Students awarded with nearly $60K in Gilman scholarships
This academic year, more than 20 SUNY New Paltz students have been awarded federally funded national-level scholarships including Benjamin A. Gilman
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SUNY New Paltz partners with NAUC to help improve student reading performance
SUNY New Paltz, along with the Newburgh Enlarged City School District and Mount St. Mary College, have partnered with the
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Sculpture student wins Outstanding Student Achievement Award
SUNY New Paltz student Savannah Blum (BFA – Sculpture, ’14) has been awarded the International Sculpture Center’s Outstanding Student Achievement
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PianoSummer at New Paltz celebrates 20th anniversary
SUNY New Paltz will celebrate the 20th season of PianoSummer, an international summer institute and festival dedicated solely to piano
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Doug Sheppard Golf Classic raises scholarship money for students
More than 130 participants teed off at the annual Doug Sheppard Classic: SUNY New Paltz’s Scholarship Golf Tournament on Monday,
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SUNY New Paltz students named to Dean’s List
Congratulations to the those SUNY New Paltz students who were named to the spring 2014 Dean’s List. Dean’s List designation
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School of Business honors students, faculty, and staff at awards ceremony
The School of Business recently held its annual awards ceremony recognizing students, faculty, and staff for their achievements. A handful
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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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School of Business announces winners of business plan contest
The School of Business at SUNY New Paltz held its annual business plan contest and award ceremony on Wednesday, May
Read MoreSculpture program recognizes student/alumni accomplishments
Jeremy Holmes ’07 (BFA) installed a new commissioned artwork for Holland and Knight Law Firm, Washington, DC. He is currently in
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Degree candidates’ artwork featured at thesis exhibitions
Over the course of four consecutive Friday evenings this spring, emerging artists who are candidates for Master of Fine
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New Paltz student, alumna find thousands in couch, return it
SUNY New Paltz student Reese Werkhoven ’15 (Geology), alumna Lara Russo ’13 (Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies), and their roommate
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Student research proves to be a valuable regional resource
SUNY New Paltz students enrolled in the seminar course “Science, Environment, and Disease: New Approaches to Science Journalism,” are playing
Read MoreThink 3D: The Story of 3D Printing at SUNY New Paltz
This 14-minute video produced by Honors student Miriam Ward ’15 (Communication & Media/History) and student Alexandria Fontane ’14 (Digital Media
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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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New Paltz receives 100% acceptance rate to National Conference on Undergraduate Research
Rui Wang ’14, Katherine Betuel ’14, Emma Lagle ’14, and Chen Zhou ’16 each study different subjects, but they have
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SUNY New Paltz AMA chapter receives top honors at 36th International Collegiate Conference
The SUNY New Paltz chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) was awarded Silver Chapter status at the 36th International
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Men’s volleyball team has historic season
The State University of New York at New Paltz men’s volleyball team enjoyed a historic run in 2014, experiencing its
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Band of professors raises $1,000 for student scholarships
Glenn Geher (Psychology), Peter Kaufman (Sociology), Maureen Morrow (Biology), Brian Obach (Sociology), and Anne Roschelle (Sociology) are best known by
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SUNY New Paltz School of Business announces 2014 Hall of Fame inductees
The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz is pleased to announce the 2014
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SUNY New Paltz students selected for nationally recognized award
Forty-two SUNY New Paltz students were recently named to Who’s Who Among Students, a nationally recognized award program for college
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Mainstage Productions presents On The Verge on Thursday, April 24
The Department of Theatre Arts at the State University of New York at New Paltz’s Mainstage Productions will conclude its
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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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Students honored with the 2014 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence
Five SUNY New Paltz students were honored by SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher with the 2014 Chancellor’s Award for Student
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Students spend spring break giving back to the community
Nicole St. Onge ’17 (English/Communications) is no stranger to giving back. “Volunteering has been a huge part of my life
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Interns gain hands-on experience in the world of international affairs
Internships matter. Just ask SUNY New Paltz student Jen Vanriper ’14, majoring in international relations. Thanks to her internship with
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Tavern Owners Agreement celebrated
The New Paltz campus community, local tavern owners and town officials came together on Tuesday, March 25, to
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New Paltz Magazine Spring Issue
Read the spring issue of New Paltz magazine, highlighting students, alumni and faculty accomplishments as well as campus news. The
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Historic Huguenot Street extends free membership to students
Tweet SUNY New Paltz students are now automatically eligible for free admission to the buildings and tours of the National
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School of Business hosts ethical debates competition
The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz held its ethical debates competition in
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Student nominated for International Design Award
SUNY New Paltz is proud to announce that Steven Gordon Holman ’14 has been nominated for the prestigious Talente award,
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SUNY New Paltz holds groundbreaking ceremony for new residence hall
The State University of New York at New Paltz hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the new $30.5 million residence hall
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SUNY New Paltz students awarded Gilman International Scholarships
NEW PALTZ – Seven students from the State University of New York at New Paltz were selected from thousands of applicants across the United States to receive the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad during the spring 2014 semester. Established by the International Academic Opportunity Act of 2000, and…
Read MoreNew Paltz students recognized at the Kennedy Center – American College Theatre festival
NEW PALTZ – Emma Larsen ’14 and Patrick Pierpoint ’14, two SUNY New Paltz Theatre Arts students, recently were awarded prizes at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (Region I) in Hyannis, Ma. Larsen, of Somers, N.Y., won a scholarship for an internship with Boston’s Commonwealth Shakespeare Company. Pierpoint, a Goshen,…
Read MoreTop high school students compete in regional “Poetry Out Loud” competition at SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz –Students from 12 area high schools were among those competing in the Mid-Hudson Region’s Poetry Out Loud competition at SUNY New Paltz on Thursday, Feb.6. Before a live audience, 45 top regional high school students recited poetry, and a panel of judges evaluated the entrants’ performances. Scores were based on…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz MFA student receives fellowship
NEW PALTZ – Kaitlyn (Kate) Gesel, a Master of Fine Arts candidate in the SUNY New Paltz Printmaking program, is the recipient of a Southern Graphics Council International (SGCI) Graduate Fellowship. The SGCI is the largest print organization in North America, and its annual conference provides an opportunity to feature the…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz’s Absolut A Capella takes first place in international competition
NEW PALTZ – On Jan. 25, Absolut A Capella, SUNY New Paltz’s premiere co-ed a capella group, took first prize in the 2014 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) quarterfinals for the Northeast region. The competition took place at Rensselear Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. Absolut A Capella faced off…
Read MoreNew Paltz chemistry students conduct groundbreaking research
With support from Intel, STEM research flourishes at New Paltz NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz has joined forces with the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) to conduct groundbreaking research in developing the next generation of computer chips. "It means a lot to me….
Read MoreStudents named to Dean’s List
Congratulations to the those SUNY New Paltz students who were named to the fall 2013 Dean’s List. Dean’s List designation
Read MoreStudents place in first-ever SUNY-wide music competition
Three musical acts from SUNY New Paltz were selected for inclusion in the first-ever annual SUNY Music Madness competition—a system-wide
Read MoreKeyBank supports scholarships for SUNY New Paltz students
NEW PALTZ — Recently Key Bank made a generous gift to the State University of New York at New Paltz in support student scholarships. “On behalf of SUNY New Paltz, I would like to thank Key Bank for their ongoing generosity of supporting the college, our students, and programs,” said Lisa…
Read MoreEvent promotes tolerance and compassion at New Paltz
Members of the campus community took part in Tunnel of Oppression, an annual event, held on the New Paltz campus
Read MoreCollege to strengthen commitment to community service on Make a Difference Day
NEW PALTZ – Students, faculty, and staff at the State University of New York at New Paltz will dedicate themselves to the local community on Oct. 18 – 19 in honor of Make a Difference Day 2013. For the ninth consecutive year, the College is taking part in the national day of…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz Golf Tournament raises money for students affected by Super Storm Sandy
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz is pleased to report nearly $40,000 was raised at the Doug Sheppard Classic Scholarship Golf Tournament. Proceeds will benefit New Paltz students who were affected by Super Storm Sandy and other students experiencing sudden financial hardship who are in…
Read MoreCollege to welcome 1,815 new first-year and transfer students
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz will welcome an academically talented and diverse group of 1,134 first-year students to the College during the annual Moving In Day beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. They will be joined by 681 transfer students for the start…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz student and marketing association recognized for raising awareness of organ donations
NEW PALTZ-The New York Capital Region Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) awarded SUNY New Paltz business student Richard Guido ’15 a $1,000 student scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to an individual student or group of students for exceptional work in completing a marketing plan. Guido’s team’s plan, developed on behalf…
Read MoreState University of New York at New Paltz Business Plan Contest results
The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz and Campus Auxiliary Services, Inc. held its Business Plan Contest Presentation and Award Ceremony on May 8. The six teams of students presented their business plans before a panel of judges consisting of local business leaders. The winning…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz to celebrate commencement
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz will hold the May 2013 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 19, on the Old Main Quadrangle on the New Paltz campus. The Graduate Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 17, at 6 p.m….
Read MoreNew Paltz names Nicolette Glebatis as class of 2013 valedictorian
NEW PALTZ – Nicolette H. Glebatis (Nassau, N.Y.), a communication disorders major with a minor in deaf studies, has been named valedictorian for the class of 2013 at the State University of New York at New Paltz. She maintained an outstanding academic record during her four years at the College to…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz honors student achievement at award luncheon; SUNY chancellor to give keynote address
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz will hold The Teaching, Learning and Leadership luncheon to honor the Educational Administration interns who are matriculated in the Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) programs in School Building Leadership, School District Leadership and School District Business Leadership. The luncheon…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz School of Business announces 2013 Hall of Fame inductees
NEW PALTZ – The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz is pleased to announce the 2013 Hall of Fame inductees. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on May 9, 2013 at the Wiltwyck Country Club in Kingston, NY, from 5 –…
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 MoreAmerican Marketing Association recognizes SUNY New Paltz student chapter as one of the Top 16 in the nation for fourth year in a row
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz was selected as one of the Top 16 collegiate chapters by the American Marketing Association (AMA). New Paltz received a bronze chapter award, making this the fourth year in a row the college has placed in the Top 16….
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…
Read MoreNew Paltz student wins Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Award
NEW PALTZ – “The Dark I Know,” a musical written and directed by State University of New York at New Paltz student Alex Eisen and New York University student John Watts, was awarded the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) Musical Theatre Award for 2013. Eisen, a graduating senior at New…
Read MoreAlumnus makes $5,000 gift to Summer Internship Scholarship for New Paltz students
NEW PALTZ – Jeffrey Korn, Esq., has made the initial gift to the 2013 Summer Internship Scholarship Fundraising Campaign for the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (LA&S) at SUNY New Paltz. Korn donated $5,000 to the fund, which is intended to make it possible for students to participate in low-paying or…
Read MoreNew Paltz to begin using standardized financial aid award letter this fall
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz will join statewide SUNY campuses in adopting a standardized Financial Aid Award Letter for the 2013-14 academic year. The initiative is part of the SUNY Smart Track™ campaign, SUNY’s broader commitment to transparency in college financing. The SUNY Smart Track™…
Read MoreFree income tax assistance available through School of Business
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz School of Business will offer free tax help to individuals with a gross income below $50,000 on the New Paltz campus as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Certified student volunteers received training from the IRS to…
Read MoreSchool of Business announces 2013 Hall of Fame inductees
NEW PALTZ – The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz is pleased to announce the 2013 Hall of Fame inductees. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on May 9, 2013 at the Wiltwyck Country Club in Kingston, NY, from 5 –…
Read MoreAlumni gift establishes new scholarship fund at New Paltz
NEW PALTZ – Dr. Steven Brody (’73) and Karen Krause Brody (’71, ’80g) have made a $25,000 gift to the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences of the State University of New York at New Paltz to create an endowed fund to assist students facing unexpected financial challenges, Dean James Schiffer…
Read MoreNew Paltz senior accepted into Teach for America
NEW PALTZ – Julia Vogel, a senior at the State University of New York at New Paltz, has been accepted into Teach for America. Vogel will graduate in May 2013 with a major in history and minor in psychology. She plans to begin teaching high school mathematics at a public school in…
Read MoreNew Paltz students engage children with hands-on science activities at Family Mole Night
NEW PALTZ – The Chemistry Department of the State University of New York at New Paltz hosted a “Family Mole Night” in celebration of National Chemistry Week. It was held on Friday, Oct. 26, in the Coykendall Science Building on the SUNY New Paltz campus. “Family Mole Night” included hands-on science activities…
Read MoreNew Paltz students present art inspired by Historic Huguenot Street
NEW PALTZ – The Metal Program at the State University of New York at New Paltz has collaborated with Historic Huguenot Street to present the exhibition, “Insight/Onsite: Contemporary Artists Reflect on Historic Huguenot Street.” The exhibition will be held on Saturday, November 3rd. Exhibit tours depart the DuBois Fort Visitor Center,…
Read MoreHilarious, touchy, tragic: Pulitzer prize-winning “Crimes of the Heart” to be performed at New Paltz
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz Department of Theatre Arts presents “Crimes of the Heart” written by Beth Henley. Directed by Connie Rotunda, the performances will take place Oct. 11 – 21 in Parker Theatre located on the campus. “Crimes of the Heart” is a tragic…
Read MoreCollege to welcome 1,850 new first-year and transfer students
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz will welcome 1,155 new first-year students to the College during the annual Moving In Day beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23. The new students will be joined for the start of classes on Monday, Aug. 27, by…
Read MoreSUNY New Paltz American Marketing Association chapter receives college awards
NEW PALTZ – The State University of New York at New Paltz chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA), that won a bronze medal at the AMA International Collegiate Conference in New Orleans this year, also received several awards at the New Paltz Student Club and Leadership Awards reception held on…
Read MoreDear Mother Nature Hudson Valley Artists 2012 opens with reception at the Dorsky on June 23
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art will hold an opening reception for a new exhibition, Dear Mother Nature, Hudson Valley Artists 2012, on Saturday, June 23, from 5-7 p.m. The exhibition, curated by Linda Weintraub, will be on display in the Alice and Horace Chandler Gallery and North Gallery through November 4.
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