NEW PALTZ — The Master of Fine Arts Program in Metal/Jewelry at the State University of New York at New Paltz has been ranked #1 in the nation in the recent 2009 U.S. News & World Report list of America’s best graduate schools. The Metal/Jewelry graduate program ranked first in the…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The 2007-08 season was highlighted by a 17th place team finish at nationals, which was bitter sweet for long time head coach Brian Williams. Williams made the decision to step down from coaching at the conclusion of the season to focus strictly on his administrative duties.
NEW PALTZ, NY — In 2008, the men’s volleyball team posted an 11-22 overall record and finished fourth in the NECVA-metro division with a 6-3 conference record. Senior libero Pedro Media was named to the All-metro-division second team. Medina finished the season with a single season record of 463 digs…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The ECAC has announced that senior Lauren Motzkin was selected as the Division III – Upstate softball player of the week for the week ending March 30th. In a two game sweep of Mount Saint Mary, Motzkin hit .857 (6-of-7) at the plate. The senior had…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — “Artists in various fields are always the first to discover how to enable one medium or to release the power of another,” said philosopher Marshall McLuhan who in 1964 coined the phrase “The medium is the message.”
NEW PALTZ — Long-time piano duo partners Sylvia Buccelli and Ruthanne Schempf will perform Satie’s Three Pieces in the Form of a Pear; Schubert’s Fantasia, and the Witches’ Sabbath from Berlioz’ Symphonie Fantastique! Long-time piano duo partners Sylvia Buccelli and Ruthanne Schempf will perform Satie’s Three Pieces in…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — In 2007-08, the men’s swim team took fourth place at the SUNYAC meet with 472 points and was edged out of third place by two points, as Oswego posted 474 points. The men claimed three individual SUNYAC titles. Sophomore Stephen Cozzolongo was first in the 100…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — KAIROS: A Consort of Singers was formed in 1994. The group originally focused on medieval and Renaissance repertoire, interspersing Gregorian chant with movements of masses by Palestrina, Josquin, Byrd, and other 16th and 17th century composers. The group quickly established a loyal following and performed several times…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNY New Paltz Department of Athletics and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee hosted Kid’s Sports Night on Friday March 28th from 6-9pm. The event allowed student-athletes to gain recognition within the New Paltz community as well as set a positive example as role models through sports….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The Department of Athletics, Wellness and Recreation will be hosting its first annual Golf Tournament on Friday April 25th, 2008. The tournament will take place at the Apple Greens Golf Course in New Paltz, NY and all proceeds will benefit SUNY New Paltz Athletics. This year’s…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The NYSATA, New York State Art Teacher’s Association, Region 7, is holding their third annual professional development conference day for art teachers on Saturday, April 12 at the State University of New York at New Paltz. The one-day conference offers a continuous, immersive…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — Do any human beings ever realize life while they live it – every, every minute? Emily, Act III
The Department of Theatre Arts of the State University of New York at New Paltz…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has selected softball player Lauren Motzkin and baseball player Tyler Terlecky as the SUNYAC players of the week for the week ending March. 30th. Motzkin went 6 of 7 (.857) in a two-game sweep of Mt. St….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has selected softball player Lauren Motzkin and baseball player Tyler Terlecky as the SUNYAC players of the week for the week ending March. 30th. Motzkin went 6 of 7 (.857) in a two-game sweep of Mt. St….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Senior libero Pedro Medina (Brentwood, NY) received recognition on the North East Collegiate Volleyball Association (NECVA) All-Metro Division for his play throughout the 2008 season. Medina was named to the All-Metro Division Second Team after collecting 463 digs in 111 games, setting a new single season…
Read MoreCANTON, NY — The women’s tennis team traveled to St. Lawrence this afternoon and fell 8-1 to the Saints. New Paltz lost all three doubles matches and five of the six singles. Senior Kirsten Lannon and sophomore Chelsea Hubbell defeated Dana Lim and Eri Yamakawa at No. 1 doubles 8-1,…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — SUNY New Paltz Head Men’s Soccer coach Eric Watson served as an assistant coach for the U.S. Under-23 Women’s National Team in England from March 7th-15th, 2008. During the training camp the team faced England in a two-game series. On March 12th, the US won 1-0…
Read MoreNEWARK, NJ — The men’s volleyball team traveled to New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) tonight for it’s final regular season game. The Hawks were swept 3-0 (30-18, 30-27, 30-22) by the Highlanders and fall to 11-22 on the season. Alexander Jackson led the attack with nine kills on 23…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Senior Pedro Medina is currently ranked #1 in the latest NCAA Division III men’s volleyball national statistic leaders for digs. As of March 25th, he has 455 digs in 108 games, averaging 4.21 per game. The team is currently 11-21 overall and 6-3 in the conference….
Read MoreMAHWAH, NJ — The men’s volleyball team traveled to #9 Ramapo College tonight to face the Roadrunners and were swept 3-0 after a tough 43-41 game three loss. Ramapo earned the 3-0 (30-22, 30-20, 43-41) victory to improve to 25-5 overall, while New Paltz falls to 11-21 and 6-3 in…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — New York Times investigative reporter and editor Martin Gottlieb will talk about contrasting worlds of journalism – from the sensational tabloid to mainstream objectivity – in a talk at the State University of New York at New Paltz at 5 p.m. on April 1 in Lecture Center…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The women’s softball games scheduled for this weekend, Friday, March 28 at Geneseo and Saturday, March 29 at Brockport, have been postponed due to field conditions. The contests have been rescheduled for Friday, April 25 vs. Geneseo at 3:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 26 vs. Brockport…
Read MorePUERTO RICO — The women’s tennis team played the University of Puerto Rico at Reyo Pierdas this afternoon and lost 6-3. Singles: #1: Eri Yamakawa lost 5-7, 6-2 (10-7) #2: Liz Beirne lost 5-7, 3-6 #3: Lyndsey Lovinger lost 1-6, 1-6 #4: Kerri Serkes won 7-5, 6-1 #5: Alyssa Zulli lost…
Read MoreThe men’s volleyball team traveled to Bard College tonight and defeated the Raptors 3-0 (30-19, 30-18, 30-26). Sophomore Dan Liberto led the team with 10 kills on 18 attempts, while classmates Michael Fink and Alex Jackson each added nine kills. Stephen Pendleton handed out 33 assists and six block assists….
Read MoreFT. MYERS, FL — The softball team shut out Alvernon 12-0 and defeated UMass-Dartmouth 8-2 to improve their overall record to 7-1. Molly Squires earned the win on the mound in game one, as Michelle Reinke preserved the shutout. Lauren Motzkin was 2-4 from the plate with three RBIs. Dale…
Read MorePUERTO RICO — The women’s tennis team lost to the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez 7-2 this morning. Sophomores Liz Beirne and Lyndsey Lovinger each posted a win a third and fourth singles, respectively. Singles: #1: Dana Lim lost 5-7, 2-6 #2: Eri Yamakawa lost 4-6, 0-6 #3: Liz…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The 2007-08 Concert Series presents Joël Evans, oboist, in a program titled The Natural, Unnatural and Supernatural. Mr. Evans will be assisted by Ruthanne Schempf, piano and Valentina Charlap-Evans, viola. Music for O
boe, Piano and Viola Tuesday, March 25 8:00 p.m. Julien…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The popular Art Lecture Series continues with three exceptional artists and a critic featured during the month of April. Akiyama Yo, ceramics; Peter Bauhuis, metals; Victoria Verlichak, critic; and Jeff Talman, sculpture; will give a presentation about their work on consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning April 2, at…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The School of Business at the State University of New York at New Paltz has received a $10,000 pledge in memory of Donald Bishko, a former dean of the School of Engineering and Business Administration – a predecessor to today’s School of Business and the School of…
Read MoreThe women’s tennis team played Babson this morning and lost 7-1. Singles: #1: Dana Lim def. Kayla Hogan 6-4, 6-4 #2: Heather Walsh def. Eri Yamakawa 4-6, 3-6 #3: Jess Huang def. Liz Beirne 3-6, 1-6 #4 Lauren Bacara def. Lyndsey Lovinger 6-7, 2-6 #5 Liz Sherrin def. Kerri Serkes 4-6,…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Senior Jimmy Donohue (Deer Park) was named the SUNYAC baseball pitcher of the week for the week ending March 16th. In his only outing of last week, Donohue pitched a complete game, six-hit shutout in leading the Hawks to a 2-0 win against Mitchell. In the…
Read MorePUERTO RICO — The women’s tennis team began their spring season with a 5-4 win over Mt. Holyoke in Puerto Rico. Doubles: #1: Eri Yamakawa/Dana Lim won 9-7 #2 Liz Beirne/Lyndsey Lovinger lost 1-8 #3 Stephanie Schara/Alyssa Zulli lost 3-8 Singles: #1: Dana Lim won 6-3, 6-1 #2: Eri Yamakawa lost 1-6,…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library at the State University of New York at New Paltz will host a book signing and free public lecture with novelist and essayist Francine Prose, author of “Reading Like a Writer,” on Thursday, April 17, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in…
Read MoreThe 2008 NCAA Division III Swim Championships came to a close today and the SUNY New Paltz Hawks finished with a 17th place team ranking. Michelle Coombs earned her third All-American honor of the Championship with a fifth place finish in the 100 free in 51.46. The 400 free relay…
Read MoreThe men’s volleyball team traveled to Polytechnic Friday night and defeated the Blue Jays 3-0 (30-20, 30-19, 30-19). The Hawks advance to 10-20 and will return to action on March 20th when they travel to Bard. Sophomore Dan Liberto led the Hawks with 12 kills, five digs and five blocks….
Read MoreThe SUNY New Paltz women’s swim team completed the second day of Nationals. Michelle Coombs claimed her second All-American honor with a third place finish in the 100 backstroke, touching in 57.20. Coombs teamed with Becky Baker, Erica Ellis and Christine Reith in the 200 medley relay for a 14th…
Read MoreThe SUNY New Paltz women’s swim team completed the first day of events at the 2008 NCAA Division III Women’s Swimming and Diving Nationals in Ohio. Michelle Coombs highlighted the day with a third place finish in the 50 free (23.50) after finishing fourth in the prelims. Her third place…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The Institute for Disaster Mental Health at the State University of New York at New Paltz will hold its annual conference on Friday, April 11, with the theme "Healing the Scars of War," which will provide mental health providers with the latest evidence-informed best practices for assisting…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The School of Business Selection Committee at the State University of New York at New Paltz is pleased to announce the 2008 School of Business Hall of Fame inductees. The four inductees – William Spearman, Business Person of the Year; Art Palmiotti (’83), Alumnus of the Year; Jeannie…
Read MoreThe State University of New York Athletic Conference released the latest SUNYAC Commissioner’s Cup standings through the winter sports season. The Commissioner’s Cup champion is determined by the 20 different conference sports in the fall, winter and spring. An 11-point system is used in each sport. The first-place team gets…
Read MoreThe State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) announced the winners of the SUNYAC Scholar-Athlete Award for the winter 2007-08 season. The student-athlete from the All-SUNYAC first or second team for their respective sport with the highest grade point average over at least three semesters is the recipient of…
Read MoreThe men’s volleyball team traveled to #5 Springfield tonight and fell 3-0 (30-24, 30-22, 30-17). Springfield outhit New Paltz .404 to .152. Junior Ryan Huberty led the Hawks with 10 kills and sophomore Alex Jackson added nine kills. Mike Fink contributed seven kills and Stephen Pendleton handed out 19 assists….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — Save the last Saturday in March for the opening of three special exhibitions at the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at the State University of New York at New Paltz. Beat and Beyond: Photographs by Allen Ginsberg, A Discerning Vision: Photographs from the Collection of Howard Greenberg;…
Read MoreThe men’s volleyball continued play at the March Mania Tournament hosted by Endicott today. The Hawks started the second day with a tough 3-2 loss to #12 Rivier (30-21, 28-30, 21-30, 30-22, 15-10). Alex Jackson led the attack with 12 kills and Ryan Huberty added 11 kills. Dan Liberto and…
Read MoreThe SUNY New Paltz men’s volleyball team traveled to Endicott College for the March Mania Tournament and went 1-1 in the first day of play. The Hawks fell to #14 MIT 3-1 (30-28, 33-31, 25-30, 31-29). Sophomore Alex Jackson led the attack with 19 kills, while junior Ryan Huberty chipped…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted #4 Vassar tonight and was swept by the Brewers 3-0 (30-28, 32-30, 32-30). The Hawks fall to 8-16 on the season, while the Brewers advance to 16-5. Junior Ryan Huberty led the Hawks with 14 kills out of the teams 50,…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNY New Paltz women’s softball team begins the 2008 season coming off a 17-21 campaign in 2007 under head coach Kristina Katori where they earned a sixth place regular season SUNYAC finish. The Hawks finished 10-10 in SUNYAC and reached the playoffs for the first…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The Athletic and Wellness Center will have reduced hours during spring break. Fri. March 14 – Closed at 6pm Sat. March 15 – Closed Sun. March 16- Closed Mon. March 17 – Fri. March 21 – Open 11am – 6pm Sat. March 22 – Closed Sun….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — In 2007-08, the men’s basketball team compiled a 6-19 record. The Hawks finished the conference season with a record of 2-14. A few highlights from season included defeating Keene State, a pre-season nationally ranked team, 90-86 in overtime. A 75-74 overtime win against Buffalo State, the…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — In 2007-08, the women’s basketball team finished the season with a 19-8 record. The Hawks finished the conference season with a record of 12-4, defeated Potsdam in the first round of the SUNYAC tournament and fell to top-seeded Brockport in the semifinals. The team set school…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — This past fall, business students and human resource professionals gathered together to learn about workplace discrimination and harassment during a simulated mock employment court trial. The event was held on campus at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz during the annual joint chapter…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The School of Business at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz has recently recognized the Mid-Hudson Human Resources Association (MHHRA) for its outstanding support of the SHRM student chapter at SUNY New Paltz, the Management Association (MA). MHHRA will be permanently recognized on…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — SUNY New Paltz Head Men’s Soccer coach Eric Watson has been selected as an Assistant Coach for the U.S. Under-23 Women’s National Team. The Under-23’s are training to participate in the Nordic Cup this summer, when they will gun for their 10th title in the prestigious…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNYAC announced the All-Conference team for women’s basketball and New Paltz had two players recognized. First year forward Artie Williams was named to the second team and was named the rookie of the year. In the conference, Williams averaged 12 points and 7.3 rebounds in…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Trailing by nine in the SUNYAC semifinals with 1:10 remaining in regulation, sophomore Kristen Caban made a three pointer to cut the lead to six at 62-56. Brockport then turned the ball over and senior Amber Sohns made a lay-up with 51 ticks left to cut…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted Mt. St. Vincent tonight and swept the Dolphins 3-0 (30-20, 30-12, 30-20). The Hawks advance to 8-15 on the season, 4-2 in NECVA and will return to action on Wednesday March 5th when they host Vassar at 7pm in their final…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Four members of the women’s swimming team have been selected to participate in the NCAA Division III Women’s Swimming and Diving championships. The championship will take place March 13-15, 2008 at the University of Miami (Ohio) and hosted by Wooster (OH) College. Michelle Coombs was invited…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — March Art Lecture Series sponsored by the Student Art Alliance Please join us for an exciting look at award-winning artists working in a broad spectrum of media, chosen by art students looking to learn from their contemporary peers. On selected Wednesdays during the academic year, distinguished artists or…
Read MoreThe United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced the Fall 2007 academic awards for cross country. The criteria for team awards are scoring at the NCAA regional meet and having a 3.10 combined grade point average. The SUNY New Paltz women’s cross country team was…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Senior Pedro Medina improved to #1 in the latest NCAA Division III men’s volleyball national statistic leaders for digs. As of Feb. 27th, he had 308 digs, averaging 4.16 per game….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The work of the Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron (1815-1879) has recently been the object of considerable scholarly research, ranging from the Getty Museum’s 2003 production of a complete catalogue of her images, a new biography, and the publication of exhibition…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted #9 Ramapo tonight and were swept by the Roadrunners 3-0 (30-23, 32-30, 30-26). The Hawks fall to 7-15 on the season while Ramapo improves to 20-2. Junior Ryan Huberty led the attack with 13 kills on 26 attempts with eight errors….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNY New Paltz baseball team enters the 2008 season coming off a 16-22 campaign in 2007 under second year head coach Matt Griffiths. New Paltz returns seven from the 2007 starting lineup, but will need to replace the production provided by graduates John DeKams at…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The State University of New York at New Paltz has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts and service to disadvantaged youth by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Launched in 2006, the Community Service Honor Roll is the…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The women’s basketball team advances to the SUNYAC semifinals with a 70-61 win over Potsdam Tuesday night in the quarterfinals. The #4 Hawks advance to 19-7 on the season will face #1 Brockport on Friday Feb. 29th at Brockport at 8:00 pm. Brockport beat New Palt…
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NEW PALTZ, NY — A steady snowfall did not stop nearly 100 people, mostly students, from attending the introduction of SUNY New Paltz’s seventh James H. Ottaway Sr. professor of journalism, Martin Gottlieb, an award-winning investigative reporter who is the current weekend editor of The New York Times. Gottlieb proclaimed…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The 2008 SUNYAC women’s basketball tournament pairings have been set. New Paltz (18-7, 12-4) has earned the #4 seed and will host #5 Potsdam (15-10, 11-5) on Tuesday Feb. 26th at 7:00 pm. Admission to the game is $5 for Adults, $2 for all students and…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNY New Paltz men’s volleyball team hosted Yeshiva this afternoon and swept the Macabees in three games (30-9, 30-12, 30-11). Alex Jackson led the attack with 10 kills and Mike Fink finished with five kills. The team combined for 15 service aces and hit .371%….
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s basketball team hosted Oneonta tonight and dropped a 74-50 decision. The game was tied at 13-13 at 10:55 before Oneonta took the lead for good on a three pointer by Brian Hooks, en route to outscoring the Hawks 17-5 over the next 5:31. New…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — Down by four at 60-56 with seven seconds left, sophomore Kristen Caban hit a three to cut the deficit to one. Oneonta’s Shannon Weir sank both free throws with six seconds left to increase the lead to three. The Hawks drove down the floor and ran…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted Purchase today and defeated the Panthers 3-0 (30-11, 30-22, 30-10). The Hawks advance to 6-14 on the season and 2-2 in NECVA. Junior Mark Blair led the attack with 10 kills and Mike Fink added nine kills. Senior Pedro Medina registered…
Read MoreThe Athletic & Wellness Center will be open regular hours today. Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. All events scheduled for Saturday Feb. 23rd are still as scheduled: Men’s Volleyball v Purchase at 11:00 am Women’s Basketball v Oneonta at 6:00 pm Men’s Basketball v Oneonta at 8:00 pm The MHAL Championship…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The latest NCAA Division III men’s volleyball national statistic leaders were released yesterday and senior Pedro Medina ranks second in digs. He currently has 284 digs on the season, averaging 4.18 per game. Medina most recently surpassed the 1,000 career dig mark and stands at 1,019.
NEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted Stevens Institute of Technology tonight and fell to the Ducks 3-1 (27-30, 30-20, 30-22, 30-24). The Hawks drop to 5-14 on the season and 1-2 in NECVA. New Paltz claimed game one 30-27 as sophomore Michael Fink tallied six kills and…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — Retiring professor and virtuoso, Dr. William McCann will be the featured performer in a special farewell recital in his honor on Tuesday, February 26, at 8:00 p.m. in McKenna Theatre at the State University of New York at New Paltz. A reception for Dr. McCann will follow…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — SUNY New Paltz will be hosting the Mid-Hudson Athletic League playoffs on February 21st and 22nd. All games will take place in the Athletic and Wellness Center. Tickets are $5 and doors will open at 5:00 pm. Thursday, February 21st 6:00pm Boys Playoffs – Highland v Coleman 8:00pm…
Read MorePOTSDAM, NY — The men’s basketball team traveled to Potsdam this afternoon and a dropped a 73-62 decision. Kyle Nelson hit a jump shot at 10:50 to tie the game at 14 apiece, before Potsdam went on a 19-3 en route to the 27-22 intermission. In the second half, the…
Read MorePOTSDAM, NY — New Paltz had four players finish in double digits as the Hawks defeated Potsdam this afternoon 73-56. New Paltz advances to 18-6 on the season and 12-3 in SUNYAC. New Paltz took an early lead and led by as many at 17 in the first half as…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The men’s volleyball team hosted New Jersey City University and Emmanuel this afternoon in a tri-match. The Hawks faced NJCU at 12 nooon and swept the Gothic Knights 3-0 (30-18, 30-23, 30-24). Sophomore Alex Jackson hit a .312 on 13 kills and registered five digs, a…
Read MoreThe men’s basketball team traveled to Plattsburgh tonight to face the #12 Cardinals and were defeated 87-68. Sophomore Lee Bertram led the Hawks with 16 points and five rebounds. Bertram was 6-10 from the field and 4-4 from the charity stripe. Junior Matt Hauser finished with 11 points, seven boards…
Read MoreThe women’s basketball team traveled to Plattsburgh tonight and defeated the Cardinals 52-48. The Hawks advance to 17-6 overall and 11-3 in SUNYAC. The win ties the record for most wins in a season with 17 and sets a new record for most conference wins. Sophomore Abbey DeRossi posted a…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ, NY — The SUNY New Paltz Department of Athletics is seeking nominations for the Hall of Fame class of 2008. The ceremony will take place in October and will honor outstanding teams of the past. If you have a team you would like to nominate please send your…
Read MoreNEW PALTZ — The State University of New York at New Paltz Foundation will celebrate the life and career of professor, author, publisher and pundit Alan Chartock at 5:30 p.m. on March 12 at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie.
The “Tributes and Just…
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