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Daily Digest: SUNY New Paltz News

Posted on: Friday, September 18, 2020 at 10:00 AM

 

   
This newsletter is a daily source of major campus news, information about events, useful tips for navigating campus this fall, and updates about new and confirmed cases of COVID-19 in our community. Read more here.
Students, faculty and staff will also receive important bulletins via the new NPForward text notification system.
 

IN THIS ISSUE

  • Coronavirus update: No new cases to report as of 5 p.m. yesterday
  • New Paltz shines in student-focused Wall Street Journal college rankings
  • Art Uncorked benefit for the Dorsky Museum returns in online format on Oct. 6
  • Video: Next episode in virtual planetarium series is "Art and the Equinox"
  • Faculty members begin terms with the American Psychological Association
  • Last call: Apply by Sept. 20 for the new Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Faculty Fellows Program 
  • FAQ of the Day: How are classrooms being cleaned during the fall 2020 semester?
  • From Our Community: Meet Pink!
  • Events and resources
  • The latest from media
 

Coronavirus updates

Sept. 18 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases to report as of 5 p.m. yesterday

SUNY New Paltz COVID-19 Dashboard
The College's tally of active cases, on-campus testing, positivity rates, quarantine and more

 

News from around campus

New Paltz shines in student-focused Wall Street Journal college rankings
The College was rated as one of the 400 best colleges and universities in the United States based on strong performance in student engagement, diverse environment and graduate outcomes

Faculty: Last chance to apply the new Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Faculty Fellows Program
Help shape and direct campuswide development of curricula, practices and programs that engage with dynamics of social inequality and racism

New Paltz faculty begin terms with the American Psychological Association
Jonathan D. Raskin and Amy Nitza will serve the largest scientific and professional organization of psychologists in the United States

Art Uncorked benefit for the Dorsky Museum returns in online format on Oct. 6
The Museum’s premier fundraising event of the year supports exhibitions, publications and educational programs for students and the public

Video: Next episode in virtual planetarium series is "Art and the Equinox"
David Meer '21 (Physics & Astronomy) leads a tour of constellations visible around the first day of fall

 
 
Ever wondered what the big deal with plastic water bottles is? Or why some people get so worked up over plastic straws?  Follow @sustainablenewpaltz on Instagram to find out how plastic pollution is a climate issue, an environmental justice issue and a health issue!
 

Reopening FAQ of the day

How are classrooms being cleaned during the fall 2020 semester?
Custodial staff will clean classrooms daily, using CDC-approved disinfectant on high-touch surfaces.
The College will also provide disinfectant spray, paper towels and wipes in classrooms. We strongly encourage all students, faculty and staff to keep a personal supply of disinfectant or cleaning wipes with them and use them frequently to keep the spaces around them clean.
We also request that campus community members contribute to our effort to keep campus safe and clean by wiping desktops, lecture stands, keyboards and other surfaces after use. 
 

Events and resources

Upcoming Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Trainings

Last call! Instructional Technology workshop on Knowmia is today
Learn about this new media management tool

Let’s Talk: Informal, walk-in counseling services for students, every Tuesday at noon
No appointment necessary: Meet in-person or virtually with a counselor whose role is to listen, help problem solve, and provide a referral for additional services if necessary

Global Challenges need Global Leaders: New Paltz Study Abroad Fair, Sept. 23
Plan an international experience in one of 100+ programs available

Saturday Arts Lab registration is now open for fall 2020!
Inviting children age 5-14 to join a virtual journey beginning Sept. 26

Continuing the Conversation: Anti-racism in the Classroom, Sept. 23 via Zoom
Student and faculty panelists will share approaches to combating racism in their classrooms and in our community

SUNY System-wide COVID-19 Case Tracker
Published statistics from all 64 campuses, updated every 24 hours

 

The latest from media

Ulster County expands childcare subsidies for working families
Project Reslience, administered with support from the Benjamin Center at SUNY New Paltz, provides needed support
New Paltz Times, 9/16/20

 

From Our Community

 
Pink earned her bachelor's degree in sociology and is now pursuing her master's degree in Multicultural Education (MPS) at the College. Some of Pink’s favorite things about New Paltz include the sunsets and Wallkill Valley Rail Trail. Pink is a loud and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and is super excited to be joining us.
 

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