IN THIS ISSUE

• UPD Chief Mary Ritayik appointed New York State University Police Commissioner
• Even as mask policies are relaxed, many people may continue wearing them
• Graduate programs in Counselor Education earn CACREP accreditation
• Reminder: The Daily Digest will be published twice weekly from June 1 - Aug. 12
• Still time to sign up for Young Writers Programs this summer!
• NP Hawks season recaps: Women's lacrosse
• Reflecting on an incredible month
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: One last Commencement photo (quack)

News of the day

UPD Chief Mary Ritayik appointed New York State University Police Commissioner
Ritayik will become the first woman to lead the state University Police system when she joins the SUNY leadership team on July 6

Even as mask policies are relaxed, many people may continue wearing them
Employees and visitors must still wear masks on campus until further notice, but if and when the guidance is updated, it will not preclude voluntary use of masks

Graduate programs in Counselor Education earn CACREP accreditation
Students who earn degrees from accredited programs gain more employment opportunities and other benefits

Reminder: The Daily Digest will be published twice weekly from June 1 - Aug. 12
Look for our "daily" newsletter on Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer, before we come back full-time for the fall semester

Still time to sign up for Young Writers Programs this summer!
The Hudson Valley Writing Project offers sessions for kids 8-17, on subjects including nature writing, roleplaying games, and the always-popular guide to the college essay

NP Hawks season recaps: Women's lacrosse
Winning season included program's first-every victory over conference rival Oneonta

Resources, events and reminders

Our next on-campus COVID-19 testing day is Friday, June 4
Students, faculty & staff can get free testing this summer at the College Terrace

Students can still get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
Contact the Student Health Service and make a quick and easy appointment

Info and instructions for sharing vaccination info with the College
Take this voluntary step and help us plan for the months ahead

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

SUNY OTTER Institute: Learn more about innovations, trends and challenges in online education
Registration now open for course development webinar series, June 7-11

The latest from media

NextGen Chamber of Commerce Names Eddie Monroy Executive Director
Two-time New Paltz alumnus Monroy '12 (Management) '13g (Business Administration) takes the helm at business organization supporting emerging entrepreneurs and business leaders under the age of 40
PR Web, 5/26/21

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• Memorial Day Ceremony, today at 11 a.m. at the HAB flagpoles
• New state initiative gives vaccinated 12- to 17-year-olds a chance to win a four-year public college scholarship
• Reminder: Student email will move from Hawkmail to Office 365 on June 1
• Help us pilot and evaluate the new Respondus academic integrity tools
• BenCen Blog: Census, Reapportionment, and Redistricting
• SUNY OTTER Institute: Innovations and challenges in online education
• Kind messages and social posts following President Christian's announcement
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Journalism alumna takes on new role at the Washington Post

News of the day

A moment of remembrance: Memorial Day Ceremony, today at 11 a.m. at the HAB flagpoles
Our community honors those who have died in service

"Get a Shot to Make Your Future": New state initiative gives vaccinated 12- to 17-year-olds a chance to win a four-year public college scholarship
Starting next week, 50 scholarships will be awarded by random drawing
Parents can enter children who have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose

Reminder: Student email will move from Hawkmail to Office 365 on June 1
FAQs to help you learn more about how to check your campus email and how the new system will make it easier for students to work with faculty and staff

Help us pilot and evaluate the new Respondus academic integrity tools
Join a drop-in session to learn more at 2:30 p.m. today, or sign up for training next week

BenCen Blog: Census, Reapportionment, and Redistricting
Senior Research Associate Joshua Simons looks at what happens when the Census is flawed and delayed

SUNY OTTER Institute: Learn more about innovations, trends and challenges in online education
Registration now open for course development webinar series, June 7-11

Resources, events and reminders

Upcoming Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion trainings

• Hosting Meetings in Microsoft Teams
  Monday, June 7, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  
  
• Defining Your Operational Needs (for supervisors)
  Tuesday, June 8, 2 – 3 p.m.
  
  
• Organizing Virtual Files
  Thursday, June 10, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Today's your last chance to apply to attend Climate Action Pursuit training
Free opportunity to learn more about carbon neutrality in higher education is open to all students, faculty and staff

Info and instructions for sharing vaccination info with the College
Take this voluntary step and help us plan for the months ahead

Join the team! Sodexo is hiring student employees for fall
$15/hour, 10-15 hours per week on campus, weekday and weekend shifts available

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

The latest from media

What was it like on college campuses? Students share how they survived a COVID year
Including commentary from Nina Simms ’21 (Psychology), recent SUNY New Paltz graduate and softball star
Poughkeepsie Journal, 5/26/21

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• SUNY announces suspension of fall 2021 study abroad travel
• Governor Cuomo announces all NY schools will reopen in September
• All visitors should wear masks on campus until further notice
• Employee training schedule for June 2021
• Join us tomorrow, May 27, for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony
• Alumna thriving as marketing director for Mexico's Estadio Azteca
• NP Hawks season recaps: Men's volleyball
• A gatehouse hat-toss
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Astronomy from the end of the world

News of the day

SUNY announces suspension of fall 2021 study abroad travel
While COVID-19 rates are declining in New York and most areas of the U.S., many other countries are still experiencing surges

Governor Cuomo announces all NY schools will reopen in September
Based on current COVID-19 trajectory, plans for full in-person learning to resume in k-12 schools this fall

All visitors should wear masks on campus until further notice
The College is also taking advantage of reduced campus populations to resume some visitor tours in interior spaces this summer

Employee training schedule for June 2021
Take time this summer for professional development opportunities on subjects including Microsoft Teams, organizing virtual files, and preparing for the return to in-person work

Join us tomorrow, May 27, for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony
A day of remembrance for those who have died in service to the United States of America

Olé, Olé, Olé: Alumna thriving as marketing director for Mexico's Estadio Azteca, home of the national fútbol team
A Q&A with Estefania Padilla ’10, whose time in New Paltz's Institute for International Business helped her launch a successful career in sports

NP Hawks season recaps: Men's volleyball
Team overcame early-season postponements to make conference finals

Resources, events and reminders

Sports camps and clinics will return to campus this summer and fall
Athletics, Wellness & Recreation will resume programming for kids
Registration is now open for sessions June 28-July 1 and July 6-9, for ages 5-15
All camps and clinics will follow New York's safety guidelines and protocols

Save the date for The Shep! June 14 in Newburgh
The 22^nd annual golf tournament to benefit SUNY New Paltz students

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

Our next on-campus COVID-19 testing day is Friday, June 4
Students, faculty & staff can get free testing this summer at the College Terrace

Children can sign up now for summer literacy tutoring
Virtual sessions led by MS in Literacy Education candidates begin in July

The latest from media

NY Now Says Youngest Kids Don't Have To Be Masked At Camps This Summer
Revised guidance says masks are encouraged but not required for children age 2-5
Gothamist, 5/25/21

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IN THIS ISSUE

• President Donald P. Christian announces 2022 retirement after 12 years of leadership
• Read his letter to the campus community
• SUNY guidelines on presidential searches and additional info about the transition
• A timeline of major moments in campus history since President Christian's appointment
• Other highlights from President Christian's tenure:
  • Regional engagement
  • Growing academic programs and initiatives
  • Institutional focus on diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Sustainable mindset and practice
  • Engagement and investment in the College and its students
  • Transformational campus improvement and expansion

News of the day

President Donald P. Christian announces 2022 retirement after 12 years of leadership
During the remainder of his tenure, Christian’s focus will be to position SUNY New Paltz for continuing success in a dramatically changing higher education world and to set the stage for the next president’s entry and success

Read President Christian's letter to the campus community announcing his intention to retire
"It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as president and to have had such a long and rewarding tenure in this role"

Review SUNY guidelines on presidential searches
President Christian has asked administrators to initiate the procurement process for a search firm, and has asked the presiding officer of the faculty to initiate our elected/selected process for faculty membership

Barbara Lyman will remain at New Paltz as Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs during the first year of the new president's tenure
Provost Lyman has provided outstanding leadership for the Division of Academic Affairs since 2019, and will contribute welcome stability during the transition

Highlights from President Christian's Tenure

Regional engagement in the Hudson Valley
Service to non-profit organizations and other groups, engagement with business leaders and building strong relationships with the Village and Town of New Paltz

Growing academic programs and initiatives
New majors and degrees, program and institutional accreditation, support for stimulating campus events and more

Institutional focus on diversity, equity and inclusion
Leadership during the campus building renaming process, restructuring of our Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion, ushering the College into a new era of student diversity and more

Sustainable mindset and practice
Creation of our Office of Campus Sustainability, installation of a state-of-the-art solar energy system, strengthening our campus ecosystem and more

Engagement and investment in the College and its students
Convocation, The Campaign for New Paltz, Hot Chocolate with the President and more

Transformational campus improvement and expansion
President Christian oversaw the most significant capital investment, renovations and building expansion in the College since the 1960s-70s, including seven major renovations and three new buildings

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IN THIS ISSUE

• 2019-20 grads get long-awaited in-person Commencement celebration
• Three new members have been appointed to the College Council
• Is it a HIPAA violation if businesses request proof of COVID vaccine?
• Photos and videos from this weekend's ceremonies
• Student Blog: A Love Letter to My Theatre Department
• Our alumni have been sharing some wonderful Commencement stories
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Furever New Paltz, Furever Orange and Blue

News of the day

2019-20 grads get long-awaited in-person Commencement celebration
Hundreds of alumni returned to campus to reunite with friends and walk the stage

Three new members have been appointed to the College Council
Julie Noble, Neil Bettez and Jeff Rindler will join the Council and help shape major institutional decisions and strategy in the years to come

Is it a HIPAA violation if businesses request proof of COVID vaccine?
Experts say that because HIPAA only governs certain kinds of healthcare entities, many businesses and schools likely have the legal right to ask if you’ve been vaccinated

Photo gallery from Commencement ceremonies on May 22 & 23
It was great to see so many familiar and happy faces this weekend!
We still have lots of images to process, so check back soon for more

Commencement video links will remain available for a year
Find your ceremony and relive your favorite moments with family and friends

Student Blog: A Love Letter to My Theatre Department
Paige Rosko '22 describes her experience transferring to a new program during a pandemic

Resources, events and reminders

Did you get your Commencement program? You can download a copy here
PDF versions of our 2020 and 2021 programs, with names of graduates and info about the ceremonies, Mace & Chain, Cords of Distinction and more

Guide to troubleshooting card access issues as summer classes begin
All campus buildings are card-access-only this summer
Students' access may be suspended if they don't follow COVID-19 testing policies
You can restore access by getting tested or uploading your vaccination info

Two new professional development opportunities for CSEA employees
This summer, you can earn an online certificate in problem solving, and take advantage of a new webinar series covering a wide variety of topics

Faculty: Click here to submit Library acquisition requests
Please place requests as soon as possible to ensure books and other materials are accessible for summer and fall

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

The latest from media

Ulster County communities start to think about hosting pot shops
Local leaders signal that the Town of New Paltz will likely allow retail dispensaries
New state law restricts sales to those 21 and up
Marijuana use will remain prohibited on campus, as SUNY receives federal funding and marijuana is classified as an illegal substance at the federal level
Daily Freeman, 5/22/21

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IN THIS ISSUE

• We're getting ready for Commencement weekend #2
• Resources for faculty and staff volunteering on May 22 & 23
• College mourns passing of former adjunct professor Joseph Britto
• Two new professional development opportunities for CSEA employees
• Free Narcan training, today at 1 p.m.
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Looking forward to welcoming 2019-20 alumni back to campus!

News of the day

We're getting ready for Commencement weekend #2
See the schedule and the livestream links for long-awaited in-person ceremonies for our 2019-20 graduates

Resources for faculty and staff volunteering on May 22 & 23
Here's what you need to know before you come to campus (and a big THANK YOU to everyone who signed up!)

College mourns passing of former adjunct professor Joseph Britto
Lifelong lover of history was a beloved faculty member for more than 25 years

Two new professional development opportunities for CSEA employees
This summer, you can earn an online certificate in problem solving, and take advantage of a new webinar series covering a wide variety of topics

Free Narcan training, today at 1 p.m.
UPD, the NPSAFE coalition and the New Paltz Opiod Prevention & Response Team offer this online resource and have Narcan kits available for pickup

Resources, events and reminders

Join us at the HAB flagpoles for our annual Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony, May 27 at 11 a.m.
A day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America

Appointments available for on-campus COVID-19 testing on Monday, May 24
Students, faculty & staff can get free testing this summer at the College Terrace

Guide to troubleshooting card access issues as summer classes begin
All campus buildings are card-access-only this summer
Students' access may be suspended if they don't follow COVID-19 testing policies
You can restore access by getting tested or uploading your vaccination info

Wellness & Recreation survey for students
Please take a moment to let us know how we're doing with our facilities, group exercise programs and intramural offerings

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

The latest from media

Ulster County coronavirus cases remain low as masking policies are lifted
Slow and steady progress in our region
Daily Freeman, 5/19/21

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• We've revised our schedule of Commencement ceremonies on May 22 & 23
• Faculty and staff should continue masking, distancing on campus for now
• Guide to troubleshooting card access issues as summer classes begin
• Excelsior Scholarship application open for new applicants for 2021-22 academic year
• Student Union summer hours of operation
• Summer brings a welcome respite
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: How to reach the Counseling Center this summer

News of the day

We've revised our schedule of Commencement ceremonies on May 22 & 23
Due to afternoon forecasts of storms and extreme heat, all ceremonies will now take place between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Volunteer marshals should receive an email with updated time assignments

Faculty and staff should continue masking, distancing on campus for now
Existing policies remain in place at state agencies, including SUNY campuses, while the Department of Health reviews how new CDC guidance will be implemented for vaccinated employees

Guide to troubleshooting card access issues as summer classes begin
All campus buildings are card-access-only this summer
Students' access may be suspended if they don't follow COVID-19 testing policies
You can restore access by getting tested or uploading your vaccination info

Excelsior Scholarship application open for new applicants for 2021-22 academic year
New York students whose families make less than $125,000 annually can apply for tuition-free college; This application is for those seeking a first-time award; If you already receive the Excelsior Scholarship, there is no need to reapply

Student Union summer hours of operation
The Atrium will be open Monday - Friday with a few exceptions

Resources, events and reminders

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

Survey for faculty on the Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Program
Did you take advantage of this resource this year? We'd love to hear your thoughts!

Appointments available for on-campus COVID-19 testing on Monday, May 24
Students, faculty & staff can get free testing this summer at the College Terrace

Question, Persuade, Refer: Learn three steps to help prevent suicide
Free, one-hour training from SUNY can prepare you to support someone through a crisis

New York's on-demand video guide to retirement planning for employees
Content includes overviews on Social Security, Health Insurance Programs and the NYS Employees Retirement System

The latest from media

New Paltz Arts & Crafts Fair set to return on Memorial Day weekend
Market will follow state guidelines for low-risk outdoor arts and entertainment events
Daily Freeman, 5/18/21

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• Effective May 19, New York will adopt new CDC guidance relaxing mask mandates for vaccinated people
• Review the CDC guidance New York is adopting this week
• Mark your calendar: The Annual Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony is May 27
• College piloting new academic integrity tools to improve online testing
• Wellness & Recreation survey for students
• Some of our favorite Reels from Commencement weekend #1
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Absolut A Capella performs the Alma Mater

News of the day

Effective May 19, New York will adopt new CDC guidance relaxing mask mandates for vaccinated people
Masks will still be required in some settings and for anyone not vaccinated
Businesses can choose whether to continue requiring masks in their establishments
Most business capacities will be removed
More details to come as we review this guidance and how it will impact our campus

Here's the CDC guidance New York is adopting this week
Review updated public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people

Join us at the HAB flagpoles for our annual Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony, May 27 at 11 a.m.
A day of remembrance for those who have given their lives in service to our nation

College piloting new academic integrity tools to improve online testing
Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor will be available in Blackboard soon

Wellness & Recreation survey for students
Please take a moment to let us know how we're doing with facilities, group exercise programs and intramural offerings

Resources, events and reminders

Survey for faculty on the Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Program
Did you take advantage of this resource this year? We'd love to hear your thoughts!

Join the team! Sodexo is hiring student employees for fall
$15/hour, 10-15 hours per week on campus, weekday and weekend shifts available

Children can sign up now for summer literacy tutoring
Virtual sessions led by MS in Literacy Education candidates begin in July

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

Appointments available for on-campus COVID-19 testing on Thursday, May 20
Students, faculty & staff welcome to our first day at the new testing site at College Terrace

The latest from media

COVID-19 brings changes to in-person graduations around Hudson Valley
Many other colleges are following a blueprint similar to SUNY New Paltz
Times Herald-Record, 5/18/21

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IN THIS ISSUE

• What a weekend! Full coverage of 14 Commencement ceremonies
• Summer hours (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) begin today
• Summer plans for the Daily Digest newsletter and COVID-19 Dashboard
• Survey for faculty on the Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Program
• The Daily Digest looks a little different today
• SUNY launches new Graduate Student Advocate Fellowship Program
• We've got so many wonderful Commencement photos to share ...
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: ... And you shared some incredible photos and videos too!

News of the day

What a weekend! Full coverage of 14 Commencement ceremonies
Relive the ceremonies, watch video, check out other end-of-year celebrations and more
And stay tuned for more as we celebrate last year's graduates on May 22 & 23

Photo gallery from Commencement festivities on May 14, 15 & 16
We had beautiful weather and a great turnout this weekend, with nearly 1,100 in-person participants; Congratulations to our newest alumni and their families!

Effective today, vaccinated people are exempt from SUNY’s weekly COVID-19 testing requirement
Exemption processed automatically when you confirm vaccination at my.newpaltz.edu;
Those who have not submitted vaccination info will need to test every week they are on campus this summer, in a continuation of SUNY’s testing policy

Survey for faculty on the Peer Instructional Design Mentor Teacher Program
Did you take advantage of this resource this year? We'd love to hear your thoughts!

Summer hours (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) begin today
Adjusted core operating hours will continue through Aug. 16

The Daily Digest looks a little different today
Reminder that we're adjusting our editorial process for the quieter summer months ahead

Resources, events and reminders

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

Appointments available for on-campus COVID-19 testing on Thursday, May 20
Students, faculty & staff welcome to our first day at the new testing site at College Terrace

Students can get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
Contact the Student Health Service to make a quick and easy appointment

Info and instructions for sharing vaccination info with the College
Take this voluntary step and help us plan for next semester

Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
Information for students, employees and families, as we await further guidance as to how this policy will be implemented

The latest from media

100,000 in Ulster County have gotten at least one coronavirus shot
Nearly 50% of county residents now fully vaccinated
Daily Freeman, 5/15/21

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IN THIS ISSUE

• Commencement 2021 begins today!
• Full coverage with videos, photos, quotes, news and more at our Commencement celebration page
• Commencement livestream links for family, friends and well-wishers
• Graduate slideshow: Get to know the Class of 2021
• Meet the students, administrators, alumni and goverment officials who provided pre-recorded video messages in tribute to our graduates
• Resources to make sure you're ready for your ceremony
• Revealing the answer to our Commencement-themed Photo Detail Challenge
• More end-of-year events and programs, including video ceremonies and photo galleries
• Looking back to when we first met the Class of 2021 at Convocation 2017
• Coronavirus update: No new cases to report
• One last goodbye from some four-legged friends

News of the day: Commencement is here!

Commencement is here at last, and we're covering every minute of it!
Our celebration page is your one-stop-shop for photos, videos, info and much more

Get your Commencement Livestream links here
Videos will go live as ceremonies begin; Please share with family and friends!

Graduate slideshow: Get to know the Class of 2021
Hundreds of students uploaded photos and messages for this presentation
Browse them all, or search for your favs

Cheers to our graduates: Video from the Virtual Senior Toast
Relive last night's celebration for the Class of 2021

Commencement Resources

Campus map, with Commencement parking, entrances, WiFi and more
Get the lay of the land for our weekend celebration

FAQs: Answers to your questions about our ceremonies
Get info about our planning and what to expect when you arrive at the Quad

Swag! Instagram stickers, yard signs, pennants, photo templates and more
Show your New Paltz pride with free downloads and DIY gear!

Information and resources for faculty and staff marshals
Review job descriptions, the volunteer schedule and recommendations for celebratory attire

More End-of-Year Celebrations

Video: Our Third Annual Lavender Ceremony
Recognizing the contributions of LGBTQ+-identified students and graduates

Video: Distinguished Seniors in Student Affairs Award Ceremony
Well-earned honors for graduates-to-be who have been especially engaged in campus life and service

Photos: Bachelor in Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition at The Dorsky
See work by student artists in varied media, and stay tuned for more photos from MFA graduates next week

Video: School of Business Awards and Graduation Ceremony
A celebration of outstanding achievement in business programs

Video: Honors Program Graduation Ceremony
Tight-knit intellectual and creative community bids farewell to its newest alumni

Find many more end-of-year events at our Commencement celebration page
What you see here is just a sampling of all there is to explore!

From Our Community

Coronavirus Updates

May 14 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases to report

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

One Last Thing

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IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: No new cases to report
• The Virtual Senior Toast is TODAY at 4 p.m.!
• Commencement livestream links are ready - please share with family and friends!
• Summer plans for the Daily Digest newsletter and COVID-19 Dashboard
• Campus Dining Services will close down for summer
• SUNY launches new Graduate Student Advocate Fellowship Program
• A special Commencement-themed Photo Detail Challenge
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Foundation members will match the next 100 Senior Gift contributions!

Coronavirus updates

May 13 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases to report

Students can get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
Contact the Student Health Service and get this done before summer

Info and instructions for sharing vaccination info with the College
Take this voluntary step and help us plan for next semester

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

News of the day

The Virtual Senior Toast is TODAY at 4 p.m.!
To your future, with wishes for every success and happiness ... Congratulations!

Get your Commencement Livestream links here!
Videos will be available when ceremonies begin; Please share with family and friends!

Summer plans for the Daily Digest newsletter and COVID-19 Dashboard
Both the Digest and the Dashboard will continue, but we're adjusting our process for the quieter summer months

Campus Dining Services will close down for summer
A few spots are still open today and tomorrow; The rest will be back in August!

SUNY launches new Graduate Student Advocate Fellowship Program
New strategic effort to identify key barriers affecting SUNY graduate student success and recommend changes to the Chancellor’s leadership team

Events, resources and reminders

Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
Information for students, employees and families, as we await further guidance as to how this policy will be implemented

Commencement FAQs: Answers to your questions about our May ceremonies
Get the latest info, and check back often for updates as more details are confirmed

Campus map for Commencement, with parking, student entrance areas, WiFi hotspots and more
Get the lay of the land for our weekend celebration

Graduates-to-be: Get your Commencement swag!
Have you used our New Paltz-themed Instagram stickers yet?

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals, May 18 - Aug. 9
Faculty and staff can learn how to get started in grant writing and increase their chances of getting funded

The latest from media

CDC Advisers Endorse Pfizer Vaccine for Children Ages 12 to 15
Immunizations will quickly begin nationwide, officials predicted
New York Times, 5/12/21

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• Developed an innovative solution to improve remote teaching and learning?
• Figured out a lifehack to help yourself stay positive?
• Want to share a photograph with friends and colleagues?

IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: No new cases to report
• Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
• Introducing our 2021 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
• Today! A sendoff event for the Senior Class at the Atrium
• News from IT about the online help desk, the Knowmia replacement and more
• From the Oracle: EcoAllies’ micro-farm plants the seeds for sustainability
• Certified Lifeguards wanted! On-campus job opportunity for summer
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Original poetry, prose and art design in the latest Stonesthrow Review

Coronavirus updates

May 12 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases to report

Here’s what we currently know about the state’s vaccination requirement for SUNY campuses in fall 2021
Information for students, employees and families, as we await further guidance as to how this policy will be implemented

Thursday, May 13 is our next on-campus COVID-19 testing day
Students, faculty and staff can make an appointment to get a free test at Awosting Hall

Students can get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
Contact the Student Health Service and get this done before summer

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

News of the day

Today! A sendoff event for the Senior Class at the Atrium
From 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., you can pick up your Senior Toast glass, enter an Alumni giveaway, and more

News from IT about the online help desk, the Knowmia replacement and more
Spring update also includes info about the new endpoint protection software and our managed print initiative

From the Oracle: EcoAllies’ micro-farm plants the seeds for sustainability
Students practice sustainable farming, and in the process learn about food sovereignty

Certified Lifeguards wanted! On-campus job opportunity for summer
If you're planning to be around this summer and are able to work as a lifeguard, email Kevin Makarewicz at makarewk@newpaltz.edu to apply for a job at the Athletic & Wellness Center

Events, resources and reminders

Commencement FAQs: Answers to your questions about our May ceremonies
Get the latest info, and check back often for updates as more details are confirmed

Campus map for Commencement, with parking, student entrance areas, WiFi hotspots and more
Get the lay of the land for our weekend celebration

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals, May 18 - Aug. 9
Faculty and staff can learn how to get started in grant writing and increase their chances of getting funded

Faculty: Learn about SUNY's Lumen Circles fellowship program, May 19
Webinar about an opportunity to expand your teaching toolkit in ways that help you reach more students, more effectively

Have questions about the Deferred Compensation Plan? Set up a quick meeting with an advisor
Sessions cover contributions, enrollment, investment options and more
Open to all employees, but especially useful for recently hired faculty and staff

The latest from media

A special sunrise eclipse is coming - here's what to know
Hudson Valley is prime viewing spot for partial eclipse on June 10 that few others will see
“People usually have to travel to see a solar eclipse,” said Amy Bartholomew, director of the College's Astronomy Program
Times Union, 5/10/21

From Our Community

Daily Digest readers: We want to hear from you! 

• Have important news to share with the SUNY New Paltz community?
• Developed an innovative solution to improve remote teaching and learning?
• Figured out a lifehack to help yourself stay positive?
• Want to share a photograph with friends and colleagues?

IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: No new cases to report
• Governor Cuomo announces SUNY will require vaccination for all students attending in-person classes this fall
• SUNY Chancellor Malatras statement and media coverage of vaccine requirement
• We have more vaccines! Students can get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
• Campus map for Commencement, with parking, student entrance areas, WiFi hotspots and more
• You can check your cap & gown order status at herffjones.com
• Listen Forward: Senior Recitals week begins tonight
• Join colleagues for a walk around the Library Quad, today at 2:30 p.m.
• Are you ready for the Senior Toast?
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Love from the EOP Family

Coronavirus updates

May 11 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases to report

Governor Cuomo announces SUNY will require vaccination for all students attending in-person classes this fall
Also encourages private colleges to require vaccination

Statement from SUNY Chancellor Malatras on state vaccine requirement
"Over the past several weeks we have been working with our SUNY community to develop the best plan to make sure we can return to full reopening in the fall and turn the page on COVID"

Additional coverage of new vaccination requirement from the Times Union
New policy is pending FDA approval beyond current emergency use authorization
More details about implementation at SUNY campuses will be shared when finalized

We have more vaccines! Students can get the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot on campus
Contact the Student Health Service and get this done before summer

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

News of the day

Campus map for Commencement, with parking, student entrance areas, WiFi hotspots and more
Get the lay of the land for our weekend celebration

You can check your cap & gown order status at herffjones.com
If you ordered your regalia by April 12, you should get it this week; Here's how to confirm

Listen Forward: Senior Recitals week begins tonight
New music from students streaming on YouTube every day through May 18

Join colleagues for a walk around the Library Quad, today at 2:30 p.m.
An Eddy adventure designed to help us envision new ways of being in community

Events, resources and reminders

Graduates-to-be: Get your Commencement swag!
Pick up your Senior Toast glass, find our New Paltz-themed Instagram stickers and learn about the Senior Gift

Commencement FAQs: Answers to your questions about our May ceremonies
Get the latest info, and check back often for updates as more details are confirmed

Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2021
Faculty and staff can get help with tuition costs incurred at any four-year SUNY school

Essential Communication Skills for Teaching: SUNY workshop begins May 18
Register today for the first course in the Teaching and Learning Certificate for New Faculty Program

Job opportunity for students: Join the Student Union Managers team!
If you're interested in living on campus this summer, you can get a free room and meal allowance working part-time at the SUB

The latest from media

The 25 Most Instagrammable Spots in New Paltz
Snap a perfect photo at these photogenic locations, including a bunch on campus
Hudson Valley Country, 5/6/21

From Our Community

Daily Digest readers: We want to hear from you! 

• Have important news to share with the SUNY New Paltz community?
• Developed an innovative solution to improve remote teaching and learning?
• Figured out a lifehack to help yourself stay positive?
• Want to share a photograph with friends and colleagues?

IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: One student has tested positive
• Appointment-only COVID-19 testing will continue on campus this summer
• Effective May 17, vaccinated people are exempt from SUNY’s weekly testing requirement
• College can now review and approve research involving incarcerated people
• Gina Vriens ’06 serves up the sweet side of entrepreneurship
• Employees: Three simple steps to help you plan for retirement
• Join the team! Sodexo is hiring student employees for fall
• "Joining a brotherhood": Meet Danny Jones '22, baseball team manager
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Things to do in New Paltz before you graduate

Coronavirus updates

May 10 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One student has tested positive

Appointment-only COVID-19 testing will continue on campus this summer
You can get a test this week on May 13 at Awosting Hall
Starting May 20, College Terrace will be our summer testing site

Effective May 17, vaccinated people are exempt from SUNY’s weekly testing requirement
Exemption processed automatically when you confirm vaccination at my.newpaltz.edu;
Those who have not submitted vaccination info will need to test every week they are on campus this summer, in a continuation of SUNY’s testing policy

Info and instructions for sharing vaccination info with the College
Voluntary option to help us plan now includes exemption from weekly testing policy

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

News of the day

College can now review and approve research involving incarcerated people
The Human Research Ethics Board has completed a multi-year effort to enable students, faculty, and staff to plan and conduct research studies with people in prison
As part of this process, an external prisoner advocate has joined the Board

Gina Vriens ’06 serves up the sweet side of entrepreneurship
After building a career as a successful strategist in NYC, this alumna found a new passion crafting Old World baked goods according to family tradition

Employees: Three simple steps to help you plan for retirement
Tips for getting the information you need as you make this decision

Join the team! Sodexo is hiring student employees for fall
$15/hour, 10-15 hours per week on campus, weekday and weekend shifts available

Events, resources and reminders

Young Writers Programs schedule for summer 2021
The Hudson Valley Writing Project offers sessions for kids 8-17, on subjects including nature writing, roleplaying games, and the always-popular guide to the college essay

National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Stipend applications are now open for 2022
Info and resources to help faculty apply for this prestigious award, including a timeline and NEH contact info

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals, May 18 - Aug. 9
Faculty and staff can learn how to get started in grant writing and increase their chances of getting funded

Question, Persuade, Refer: Learn three steps to help prevent suicide
Free, one-hour training from SUNY can prepare you to support someone through a crisis

Employees: Make an appointment today for free, one-on-one financial advising
AIG offers virtual sessions for all faculty and staff, available now through the end of May

The latest from media

Arrivals from New York City fuel Ulster County's population growth
More than 3,400 people from moved here from the metro area in 2020
Daily Freeman, 5/8/21

From Our Community

Daily Digest readers: We want to hear from you! 

• Have important news to share with the SUNY New Paltz community?
• Developed an innovative solution to improve remote teaching and learning?
• Figured out a lifehack to help yourself stay positive?
• Want to share a photograph with friends and colleagues?