Provost Lyman’s November 2020 Report to Faculty
The following message was shared with faculty and staff via email on Nov. 3. Dear Faculty Colleagues: This is my
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Nov. 4 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Mental Health Matters: New and existing resources for students
The SUNY system partnered this year with the New York State Office for Mental Health to create new resources to
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Nov. 3 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Nov. 2, 2020 (in advance of Nov. 4 Faculty Senate meeting) We’ve marked off 71 days on the calendar since
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Governor Cuomo announces changes to guidance for travel to and from New York State
On Saturday, Oct. 31, Governor Cuomo announced new guidelines for travel to and from New York State. Effective Wednesday, Nov.
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Nov. 2 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Checking in with Mail Services: Reminders about new safety policies and proper addressing guidelines
Hello Campus Community, Mail Services in the Office of Communication & Marketing would like to remind the campus community about proper addressing
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Weekly update from the Career Resource Center – Nov. 2, 2020
Here’s everything you need to know about the Career Resource Center’s upcoming offerings for New Paltz students: The Career Resource
Read MoreAlumna’s philanthropic contributions support the Scholar’s Mentorship Program
When Michele Di Palo-Williams’77 (Sociology) learned that SUNY New Paltz students would be working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic,
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SUNY New Paltz celebrates virtual 2020 Alumni Reunion
SUNY New Paltz welcomed alumni for a weekend of virtual events during its annual Alumni Reunion Celebration held Oct. 16-18.
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Updates to Emergency Cancellations and Delays Policy for remote teaching, learning and working
The College has updated the Emergency Cancellations and Delays Policy with new practices for inclement weather events in the current era
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Oct. 30 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One on-campus resident student, who was previously being monitored as a presumed positive case, has tested positive for COVID-19. As
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IRS announces cost-of-living adjustments affecting contribution limits for voluntary savings plans
The IRS has announced the cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) affecting the dollar limits for retirement plans and other retirement-related items for
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Don’t risk Thanksgiving for Halloween! With just 27 days left of our in-person semester, a reminder to stay vigilant against the virus
The following message was emailed to students on Oct. 29. Dear Students: If there was any Halloween when wearing your
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Looking for some safe, fun things to do on Halloween? Campus events have you covered!
The Center for Student Engagement and other campus organizations are offering a full line-up of events for students this Halloween,
Read MoreIn-person Human Subjects Research cleared to resume
The following message was sent to faculty and staff on Oct. 26 Effective Oct. 26, 2020, in-person human subjects research
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Oct. 29 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Comment letter from President Christian in response to proposed Homeland Security rule on student visa requirements
The following letter was submitted by President Donald P. Christian to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security via the Federal
Read MoreSave the Date for “Dismantling Racism: Checking in Post-Election,” Nov. 12
SUNY New Paltz will hold the next installment in its series of town hall dialogues on race and racism on
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Reminder from SUNY General Counsel: It is a violation to provide benefits for voting
SUNY General Counsel-In-Charge Sandra M. Casey issued a memorandum on Oct. 28, reminding SUNY campuses that it is a violation
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College to test mass notification system on Monday, Nov. 2
SUNY New Paltz will perform an audible test of its mass notification speaker system on Monday, Nov. 2, at approximately
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Oct. 28 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Sculpture alumnus exhibits “Monument for Immigrants” at park in Long Island City
Work by an alumnus of the Sculpture MFA program is currently featured in an exhibition at Socrates Sculpture Park in
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Red, Orange and Yellow Zones: New York’s Cluster Action Initiative, and how it may affect SUNY New Paltz
Governor Cuomo’s newly announced Cluster Action Initiative gives the state an additional tool for addressing COVID-19 hot spots. It also
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Oct. 27 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has learned that two additional students have tested positive for COVID-19. Both were tested at off-campus facilities. One
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Clarification for faculty on students’ loss of access to in-person classes due to non-compliance with COVID-19 mandates
As a reminder, per the Chancellor’s universal sanctions, which were mandated to go into effect Oct. 1, students who do
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Time off and leave resources available to faculty and staff during the pandemic
PLEASE NOTE: The resources described below expired on Dec. 31, 2020. We are leaving this post intact for posterity, but
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Need ideas for coping with election-related stress? Campus experts will share ideas at Oct. 28 panel
The campus wellness committee presents “Coping with Election Stress 2020,” a non-partisan panel event for students, faculty and staff, on
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President Christian encourages campus community to take time to vote
The following message was shared with students, faculty and staff by email on Monday, Oct. 26. Dear Members of the
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Literacy Center offering two complimentary k-12 assessments in November
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz will offer complimentary literacy assessments to children in kindergarten through grade 12. Graduate
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Oct. 26 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Early voting has begun! Get-out-the-vote resources from the Center for Student Engagement
Early voting has begun in Ulster County, and the Center for Student Engagement wants to make sure registered students have
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Weekly update from the Career Resource Center – Oct. 26, 2020
Here’s everything you need to know about the Career Resource Center’s upcoming offerings for New Paltz students: The Career Resource
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Perspectives on the Executive Order on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping
The following message was shared via email on Oct. 23. Dear Faculty and Staff: I write as a follow-up to
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Oct. 23 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Open letter to faculty from the Student Association – October 2020
Dear SUNY New Paltz Faculty, We, the Student Association, as the voice of students, write to you the faculty during
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Exhibition by MFA student, alumna earns feature in leading arts magazine Hyperallergic
The Catskill Mountains-based exhibition of a current Master of Fine Arts candidate and a recent MFA alumna is the subject
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For love of the game: Alumnus finds his passion teaching youth basketball
Nate Duran ’18 (Management) talks about basketball like other people talk about volunteering, mindfulness practice or even religion. “It’s something
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Oct. 22 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has learned that an additional on-campus resident student has tested positive for COVID-19. The Student Health Service will
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Protect New Paltz during Halloween
The following message was shared with campus via email on Wednesday, Oct. 21 Dear SUNY New Paltz Students, Congratulations and
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Oct. 29: Student Check-In Town Hall with campus and faculty governance leaders
All SUNY New Paltz students are invited to a virtual Town Hall forum on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 4:45-6 p.m.,
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Starfish Student Demo Series: Student Profile
The Student Profile allows you to view and edit your Starfish profile information, customize your notifications, and more. Watch this
Read MoreThe show must go on – SUNY New Paltz talent supports the 2020 Woodstock Film Festival
The film industry may have effectively shut down for most of 2020, but the annual Woodstock Film Festival switched gears
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Students: Start planning now! Winter and spring schedules of classes are now available
The Office of Records & Registration has published the winter 2020-21 and spring 2021 schedules of classes, which are now
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Guidance for faculty and advisors ahead of winter and spring course registration
The Office of Records & Registration has published the winter 2020-21 and spring 2021 schedules of classes, which are now
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Oct. 26 Forum on Work-Life Balance: Invitation and Framework
The following invitation was sent to all faculty and staff on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Dear Colleagues, Campus leaders invite faculty
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SUNY Provost announces cancellation of study abroad for winter and spring 2021
To the New Paltz Community, SUNY Provost & Senior Vice Chancellor Tod A. Laursen announced last week the cancellation of
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Oct. 21 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Help shape the future of General Education at SUNY New Paltz, Oct. 28 at 3 p.m.
The General Education Board invites faculty to the fall GE forum on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 3 – 5 p.m.
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Trunk or Treat! Faculty and staff can safely join our campus celebration of Halloween this year
The Division of Student Affairs invites faculty, staff and campus departments to help us provide safe, socially distant and fun
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Intersession hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) will begin early this year
Dear Colleagues, As directed by the president, and in recognition of the extraordinary efforts by faculty, staff and students to
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Oct. 20 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Flex Spending Account open enrollment period begins Nov. 2
The open enrollment period for the 2021 Flex Spending Account (FSA) will run from Nov. 2 – Nov. 30, 2020,
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Thirty thousand face shields and counting: Aaron Nelson discusses the HVAMC’s response to pandemic on “The Academic Minute”
Aaron Nelson, assistant professor of art, appeared on the Oct. 19, 2020, episode of WAMC’s nationally syndicated radio program “The
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Oct. 19 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has learned that two employees have tested positive for COVID-19. Both were tested at off-campus facilities. Health departments
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#WaitinginTheUnknown: A series of programs and strategies to cope with pre-election anxieties and post-election stress
Pandemic. Social injustice. Financial uncertainty. Now add a high-stakes presidential election. In October 2020, being extra stressed out needs no
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Oct. 19 – 25 is International Open Access Week!
The Sojourner Truth Library invites all students, faculty and staff to get involved with the global effort to make
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Faculty and staff: It’s never been more important to keep your contact info updated
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion reminds faculty and staff that updating your contact information on file is
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Weekly update from the Career Resource Center – Oct. 19, 2020
Here’s everything you need to know about the Career Resource Center’s upcoming offerings for New Paltz students: Job Fair Week
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Upcoming Reappointment, Tenure & Promotion process to be hosted in SharePoint; Three trainings will be offered for faculty reviewing dossiers
Faculty who are participating in reviewing Reappointment, Tenure & Promotion (RTP) dossiers for the summer 2021 notification group can get
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Oct. 16 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Campus administrators provide revenue and expenses overview at Oct. 15 Budget Forum
President Donald P. Christian, Vice President for Administration & Finance Michele Halstead and Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic
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Open mic, trivia and more: Oktoberfest 2020 comes to New Paltz, Oct. 19 – 22!
Oktoberfest returns to the SUNY New Paltz campus beginning next Monday, Oct. 19, with a series of daily events designed
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Oct. 15 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Amateur biologists, unite! iNaturalist makes citizen science as easy as sharing a photo
Have you ever been walking around New Paltz, spotted a unique plant or animal, and wondered what it was? If
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Call for new members: Join the Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is seeking faculty and staff who are interested in supporting the overall health and wellness
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College Council schedules its next meeting for Wednesday, Oct. 21
The SUNY New Paltz College Council will hold its next meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, via teleconference.
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Starfish Student Demo Series: Upcoming Tab
The Upcoming tab in Starfish is the easiest place to find info about all your upcoming appointments. You can learn
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Oct. 14 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Next up from the Department of Theatre Arts: “Between Here and the City of Mexico,” a tale of love and revolution, Oct. 17 & 18
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz continues its 2020-21 production season with virtual, live-streamed readings of “Between
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Starting Thursday, Oct. 15, on-campus pool testing open to all asymptomatic students and employees
Beginning this Thursday, Oct. 15, any SUNY New Paltz student or employee who is not experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 can
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Oct. 13 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College has learned that an additional off-campus student has tested positive for COVID-19. The Student Health Service will monitor
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IT Service Desk announces change affecting Apple IDs with newpaltz.edu email addresses
This message was emailed to students, faculty and staff on Oct. 12. Dear Campus Community, This message is to alert
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Opportunities to get involved and join a committee with the Student Association
The following message was sent to students by email on Sept. 29. Dear Fellow Students, This is your Student Association
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On-campus COVID-19 pool testing schedule (updated Nov. 15)
Below please find an on-campus COVID-19 testing schedule for SUNY New Paltz students and employees. All testing will take place
Read MoreOct. 12 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Weekly update from the Career Resource Center – Oct. 12, 2020
Here’s everything you need to know about the Career Resource Center’s upcoming offerings for New Paltz students: Job Fair Week
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Meet the athletic trainers who are leading contact tracing at SUNY New Paltz
Allison Lindsay and Bryan Lurie, athletic trainers in the Department of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation, are at the center of
Read MoreOct. 9 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
Read MoreBlack Solidarity Day 2020 is Monday, Nov. 2
This message was shared with faculty and staff on Oct. 8, 2020. Black Solidarity Day represents a long-standing New Paltz
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Myra Mimlitsch-Gray receives NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship
Professor of Metal Myra Mimlitsch-Gray has been named a 2020 recipient of the New York State Council on the Arts/New
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Students: Oct. 16 is your last chance to request a P-grade for spring 2020 courses
New Paltz students have just a few more days to request a P-grade for their spring 2020 courses, with the
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Reminder: Beware of fraudulent contact tracing calls
The following message was sent by email to SUNY New Paltz students and employees on Sept. 23. Hello all, I
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Addressing privacy concerns about on-campus COVID-19 employee testing results
The following update was sent by email to faculty and staff on Oct. 8. Dear Colleagues: We have heard from
Read MoreOct. 8 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
Read MoreProvost Lyman’s Report to Faculty – October 2020
This report was shared with faculty and staff on Oct. 6, 2020. Dear Colleagues: As we navigate the seventh week
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Join us for a Budget Forum, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m.
Campus leaders will host a virtual Budget Forum on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 1 – 3 p.m., to provide an
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Oct. 7 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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Employee COVID-19 testing: Your questions, answered (Updated Oct. 6)
Mandatory COVID-19 testing of SUNY New Paltz employees began on Oct. 1 and will continue through the fall 2020 semester.
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SUNY New Paltz earns multiple awards for excellence in SUNY-wide communications competition
SUNY New Paltz won a “Best of Category” and five Judges Citation honors in the 2020 SUNY Council for University
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President’s Report to the Academic and Professional Faculty
Oct. 6, 2020 (in advance of Oct. 7 Faculty Senate meeting) We have made it to Week 7 of fall
Read MoreOct. 6 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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PBANYS and SUNY reach agreement on mandatory COVID-19 testing for PBA-represented employees
SUNY also announces expansion of mandatory testing to all non-union Management / Confidential employees SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras and Police
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Bias Reporting and Support Initiative
The following message was sent to the campus community on Oct. 5, 2020. I write to announce the rollout of
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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2020 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is acquiring three new artworks by regional artists for its
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Upgrade your Webex experience at OIT webinars, Oct. 8 & 9
For many SUNY New Paltz students and employees, 2020 has been a crash course in using Webex for remote teaching,
Read MoreStarfish Student Demo Series: Dashboard & Messages
Use the Dashboard & Messages features in Starfish to edit your appointments and to see the Kudos, notifications and other
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Oct. 5 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
The College received no new reports of students, faculty or staff with confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of 5 p.m.
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President Christian encourages M/C employees to get tested for COVID-19
President Donald P. Christian is encouraging SUNY New Paltz employees who are designated management or confidential (M/C), and who have
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