Welcome and welcome back! Highlights from Moving-In Day 2021
More than 2,600 SUNY New Paltz students are moving into residence halls ahead of the fall 2021 semester, including
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Student News
Here’s how contact tracing will work at SUNY New Paltz in fall 2021
In the 2020-21 academic year, many SUNY New Paltz staff members worked quickly to shift their day-to-day duties and help
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Daily Digest moving to a three-day-per-week schedule for fall 2021
The Office of Communication & Marketing will continue producing Daily Digest email newsletters on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule during
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On-campus COVID-19 testing schedule and instructions for fall 2021
SUNY New Paltz will continue to provide COVID-19 testing at Awosting Hall in fall 2021. Individual PCR testing will be
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College requiring vaccination for fall sport athletes
SUNY New Paltz is requiring all fall sport athletes (competing in men’s & women’s cross country and soccer, field hockey,
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Use the new and improved COVID-19 Profile at my.newpaltz.edu to manage your vaccine status, tests and more
The College has upgraded the COVID-19 Profile at my.newpaltz.edu to make it more versatile and more responsive to the needs
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College excited to welcome diverse and academically strong class for in-person fall 2021 semester
More than 1,000 first-year students and about 700 transfer students will join the SUNY New Paltz community for an in-person
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Students: Take the Starfish “Tell Us About Yourself” survey today and help us provide personalized advising
There’s a new way for New Paltz students to get off to a great start with academic advising ahead of
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Overview of fall 2021 COVID-19 policies at SUNY New Paltz
UPDATE, Aug 6: In light of new CDC recommendations and the spread of the Delta variant, the College revised fall
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Statement from the Center for International Programs on “A Renewed Commitment to International Education”
On Monday, July 26, the U.S. Departments of State and Education issued a joint statement of principles articulating “A Renewed
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Parking permits for 2021-22 are now available
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff can now purchase their parking permits for the 2021-22 academic year by logging
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COVID-19 testing at SUNY New Paltz moving back to Awosting Hall on Aug. 2
Our on-campus COVID-19 testing clinic will return to Awosting Hall effective Aug. 2, 2021, after spending most of the summer
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Move-in tips and reminders for students living on campus in fall 2021
The fall semester is almost here, and the Department of Residence Life is excited to welcome students into their campus
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A small number of fall 2021 courses will require a COVID-19 vaccine due to the nature of instruction
SUNY New Paltz is requiring all students to be fully vaccinated in a small number of fall 2021 courses (primarily
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First-year students: Sign up for Group Advising Sessions this summer and be ready for success this semester
There’s still time for new, first-year SUNY New Paltz students to sign up for Group Advising Sessions through the Office
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Fully vaccinated students can visit residence halls without restrictions in fall 2021
As the College prepares for a more normal, in-person fall 2021 semester, we are updating our residence hall visitation policies
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New Paltz students must show proof of vaccination to live on campus in fall 2021
All SUNY New Paltz students who intend to live in on-campus housing during the fall 2021 semester MUST show proof
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Fall 2021 Athletics Round-Up: Team schedules and previews
New and returning fall athletes at SUNY New Paltz are gearing up for competition this fall, and looking forward to
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SUNY #30DayVaxChallenge: Get vaccinated now for a safe and smooth return to campus
SUNY New Paltz students: If you have not yet been vaccinated, now is the time to do it! We’re all
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Getting ready for Orientation? Here’s your COVID-19 to-do list before coming to campus!
SUNY New Paltz is excited to welcome the newest generation of Hawks to campus for summer Orientation 2021! Like
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Update on campus building access for summer 2021
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff via email on June 24. During the height of
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College earns multiple awards for excellence in SUNY communications competition
SUNY New Paltz won two Best of Category awards and five additional Judges Citations in the 2021 SUNY Council for
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Campus login systems will be updated on Sunday, July 4
Update: The changes described below were made on July 4 as expected. All systems appear to be working fine.
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Interlibrary Loan upgrade will cause a service interruption from June 30 to July 6
The Sojourner Truth Library’s Interlibrary Loan system (ILLiad) will be offline from June 30 to July 6 for a major
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College publishes spring 2021 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester, honoring students who excel academically and earn
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SUNY New Paltz ranked no. 2 most affordable LGBTQ-friendly school in New York
New Paltz came in at No. 2 in New York State (and first in NY among four-year colleges) in a
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Works in Progress: Campus construction projects for June 2021
Facilities Management shares the following updates about campus construction projects that may impact some community members in the coming weeks.
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Get Financial Aid at your fingertips with the new and improved myStudentAid app
The federal myStudentAid app, available for both Android and iOS, had been upgraded to make it easier than ever
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The Progress Report is getting an upgrade this month
New Paltz’s student Progress Report, a dynamic document that helps track progress towards degree requirements, will be upgraded with a
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Planning to graduate in December? Apply online by July 1
If you are a student planning to graduate in December 2021, there’s a quick and easy step you can take
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SUNY New Paltz joins White House COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge
The College has joined a national effort to encourage students, faculty and staff to help end the COVID-19 pandemic by
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Gambling, gay marriage and the Excelsior Scholarship: New reporting by recent journalism alumni
The Department of Digital Media & Journalism’s capstone model helps many students build a portfolio of publishable reporting and/or multimedia
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Lydia Bright named RSCA Faculty Mentor of the Year
SUNY New Paltz’s Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) office named Assistant Professor of Biology Lydia Bright the 2021 Faculty
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The web registration moratorium for fall 2021 classes is June 7 – Aug. 14
Continuing undergraduate students at SUNY New Paltz will be unable to use the web to add or drop fall semester
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Weldon McWilliams, Ph.D., appointed chair of the Department of Black Studies
The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Weldon McWilliams as visiting associate professor and interim chair of the
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A reminder that even as mask policies are relaxed, many people may continue wearing them
As COVID-19 vaccination levels gradually increase, and state and federal agencies begin to loosen mask-wearing requirements, we want to remind
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Registration just got easier with My Schedule Planner – try it out before June 7!
We’ve updated My Schedule Planner to make it easier than ever for students to register for classes and manage their
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All visitors should wear masks on campus until further notice
Campus leadership is asking all visitors to campus – including prospective students here for tours – to continue wearing masks
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SUNY announces suspension of fall 2021 study abroad travel
SUNY has extended its suspension of travel for study abroad through the fall 2021 semester, after consultation with the Governor’s
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Graduate programs in Counselor Education earn CACREP accreditation
SUNY New Paltz’s graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling are now accredited by the Council for
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Orientation is right around the corner! Here’s what it will look like this year
The Center for Student Engagement is planning now for Orientation 2021, with a slightly modified structure mixing online and on-campus
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Guide to troubleshooting card access issues as summer classes begin
As summer classes get underway this week, we’re sharing a few reminders about our COVID-19 testing and vaccination policies, and
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SUNY New Paltz grads celebrate Commencement
SUNY New Paltz hosted 14 smaller, shorter in-person Commencement ceremonies on May 14, 15 and 16, to recognize and salute undergraduate
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Don’t miss our 2021 Commencement coverage!
With so many wonderful end-of-year happenings surrounding Commencement festivities, the Office of Communication & Marketing is here to help you
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Join us for our annual Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on May 27
As we approach the end of the semester, we want to invite you to our seventh annual Memorial Day Wreath
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Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
UPDATE: On Aug. 23, 2021, the FDA gave full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, and SUNY’s policy requiring all SUNY
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SUNY New Paltz will hold a series of smaller, shorter, in-person Commencement ceremonies for our 2021 graduates on May 14-16
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Class of 2021 Valedictorian: Rachel Brainerd
For the last four years, Rachel Brainerd ’20 (Visual Arts), the valedictorian of the SUNY New Paltz Class of 2021,
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Class of 2021 Salutatorian: Sery Pak
SUNY New Paltz salutatorian Sery Pak ’21 (Biology) of Orangeburg, New York, says she focused on two goals during her
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How to check your cap & gown order status at herffjones.com
If you’re getting ready for graduation but are waiting to receive your cap & gown, you can quickly check the
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Human Research Ethics Board can now review and approve research involving incarcerated people
The Human Research Ethics Board at SUNY New Paltz, which reviews all human subjects research conducted by members of the
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
As I was finishing this final report of the 2020-21 academic year, I took a moment to review the introductions
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Answers to your questions about campus air filtration systems
The College has heard recently from members of our community who have questions about the state of campus air filtration
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Emily Bazinet ’08g appointed Director of the Center for Student Engagement
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Bazinet ’08g (Humanistic/Multicultural Education) as director of the Center
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Get your Commencement swag here! Info on Senior Toast glasses, new Instagram stickers and the Senior Gift
We’re getting excited for Commencement 2021 and want to share some information about how our graduates-to-be can get in on
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New Paltz School of Business triumphs at 2021 Mid-Hudson Regional Business Plan Competition
Teams of students representing SUNY New Paltz won four out of five first-place prizes in the 2021 Mid-Hudson Regional Business
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SUNY New Paltz helping New York Air National Guard members fulfill education requirements
The Office of Veteran & Military Services at SUNY New Paltz is collaborating with the New York Air National Guard
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Commencement ceremonies planned to safely celebrate our newest alumni
SUNY New Paltz will hold a series of smaller, shorter, in-person Commencement ceremonies for our 2021 graduates on May 14-16
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New on your my.newpaltz COVID-19 profile: A voluntary option to share vaccination info
All students, faculty and staff now have the option of sharing information about their vaccination status with the College via
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Graduating this spring? Set up your Commencement slide today!
The following email was sent to graduating students by email on April 27. Dear SUNY New Paltz graduates and graduates-to-be,
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Test Before You Go: Weekly testing will continue through the end of the spring semester
SUNY’s mandatory weekly COVID-19 testing policy will remain in effect through the end of the spring semester for anyone who
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Ana Maria Farina ’21g wins prestigious College Art Association fellowship
MFA student Ana Maria Farina ’21g (Studio Art) has been named the 2021 recipient of the College Art Association (CAA)
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An in-person fall experience: Update on our planning for next semester
SUNY New Paltz is planning to provide a traditional, safe, in-person experience for students in fall 2021, consistent with continued
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Student Association announces results of 2021-22 election
The following message was sent to all students via email on April 16. We are writing to announce the results
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Reflections on the Chauvin verdict, and what remains to be done
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff by email on April 21. Dear Members of the
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Meet us in the showroom: Stratasys 3D printing tour comes to SUNY New Paltz April 30
The longstanding partnership between SUNY New Paltz and Stratasys, the worldwide leader in 3D printing, continues on Friday, April 30,
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Be on guard: New IRS imposter scam is targeting colleges
Students, faculty, and staff should be aware of a new way in which criminals are attempting to steal personal information by
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SUNY COIL Commons: A six-week, six-credit summer course based on the Sustainable Development Goals
All SUNY students are invited to apply to the 2021 COIL Commons Summer Program, a global learning experience that runs
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Walk-in vaccination in Ulster County on April 19, 20 & 24
Ulster County is hosting COVID-19 vaccination clinics with no appointment necessary at three local sites this week. The county will
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This weekend: Theatre Arts presents stage readings of “Romeo and Juliet,” translated for modern audiences
The Department of Theatre Arts continues its 2020-2021 production season with live-streamed, onstage readings of “Romeo and Juliet,” a modern
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Two New Paltz students earn SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for outstanding scholarship and service
The College congratulates Ashleigh Arrington ’21 (Chemistry; Mathematics) and Isma Rajpura ’21 (Biology) for being named recipients of the
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Spring cleaning comes to the Village! Join the 25th Annual New Paltz Clean Sweep
All members of the campus community are invited to join with our neighbors in the Village of New Paltz for
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What if you tested positive tomorrow? Protect friends and loved ones by being honest with contact tracers
Think about all the people you encounter over the course of a few days: Family members, friends, coworkers, significant others.
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April 15: A Mind, Body, Spirit Day dedicated to movement and celebration
On Thursday, April 15, our third Mind, Body, Spirit Day of the spring 2021 semester embraces the season of renewal
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Ramadan observances begin this evening for many members of our community
The following message was sent via email to all students, faculty and staff on April 12. Dear Members of the
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National J&J vaccine shortage means no on-campus supply for week of April 12-16
Student Health Services received word on Friday, April 9, that the College’s on-campus vaccination site will not receive any supply
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Students: Use Engage to vote in SA elections, April 12 – 15
New Paltz Student Association (SA) elections start Monday, April 12, and all students can vote by logging into Engage and
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Guidance for fully vaccinated members of our community
Across the country and in Ulster County, the number of people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is on the
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SUNY New Paltz appoints Renee Bostic as Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation
The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Bostic as Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation at SUNY
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Reminders about Incomplete Grades from Records & Registration
At the end of every semester, the Office of Records & Registration receives many questions about awarding incomplete grades, so
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SUNYAC spring sports schedule will continue without fans
The following press release was issued by the SUNY Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) on April 7. SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The State
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Commencement 2021 update: We are planning a series of smaller in-person ceremonies; Plans are subject to change based on COVID-19 numbers and public health guidance
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to share that we intend to hold a series of smaller, shorter, in-person Commencement ceremonies
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Transportation resources for students planning vaccination
The Division of Student Affairs offers the following information about services that may be available to help students get to
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Chancellor Malatras Announces Program to Begin More Easily Vaccinating SUNY Residential Students Prior to Spring Semester Departure Using One Dose Vaccine
The following press release was issued by the State University of New York on April 6, 2021. For Immediate Release:
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
April 5, 2021 (in advance of April 7 Faculty Senate Meeting) We continue to navigate multiple dynamics of the COVID-19
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Addressing Anti-Asian and Asian American Bias and the Chauvin trial
The following message was sent to students via email on April 5. Dear Students: We write to share thoughts and
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Two important changes to the process of enrolling for classes for fall 2021
The College is implementing some small but significant changes to the course registration process for 2021. As a reminder, course
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Students: Share your scholarship at the Student Research Symposium
The Student Research Symposium, New Paltz’s annual showcase of student-faculty scholarship, will return this year on Friday, April 30, in
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Events and programs from the Title IX Working Group
For Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2021, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center is focusing on a campaign to build safe
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Students: Complete your GE Assessment to be entered into a $50 gift card raffle
The General Education (GE) Board is offering all students the chance to be entered into a raffle for one of
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Three Undergraduate Research deadlines on April 5: SURE applications, scholarships and Mentor of the Year nominations
The Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity program (RSCA) reminds students and faculty of three upcoming deadlines for student researchers and
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COVID-19 testing tip: If you’re in a positive pool, play it safe until you get your reflex result
If you get a test on campus and are notified that you’re in a positive pool, that doesn’t mean you
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COVID-19 testing tip: Did you get tested off campus? Send us your results right away!
While we encourage students to get fast, free testing on campus when they can, we understand that you may prefer
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Stimulus funding and SUNY New Paltz
The following message was sent via email to students, faculty and staff on March 26. Dear Members of the Campus
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Students who have not accepted financial responsibility for spring 2021 will have holds placed on their accounts on March 29
The Office of Student Accounts advises students who have not yet made payment and accepted financial responsibility for the spring
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Students: Save time and get funds faster by enrolling in Direct Deposit for Student Accounts
The Office of Student Accounts encourages all students to sign up for Direct Deposit to ensure you get your financial
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New Paltz Design Week is back! Full schedule of virtual events, March 29 – April 2
New Paltz Design Week, a five-day celebration of cross-disciplinary design on campus and throughout the Hudson Valley, will return in
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Spring 2021 course withdrawal period ends on March 29
Monday, March 29, is the last day SUNY New Paltz students can withdraw from any full-semester spring 2021 course. Before
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May and August 2021 graduates: Submit your degree application by April 1
As previously announced, students who intend to complete their degrees or advanced certificates in May or August 2021 should already have
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Middle States Monday, Vol. 6: The Virtual Campus Visit is this week!
Middle States Monday is a series of announcements and information that will run in the Daily Digest to help students,
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