(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JULY 2, 2024) Empire State University celebrated 104 graduates at a ceremony in Prague, Czech Republic on June 26, 2024. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JULY 1, 2024) Empire State University will offer a Master of Arts in Higher Education beginning the Fall 2024 term. The online, 30-credit, degree program is designed to enhance students’ and professionals’ contributions to higher education and prepare them for a broad range of administrative roles and research related to their work. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JUNE 28, 2024) When Maureen Skidmore was a teenager, she wanted to become a missionary. Skidmore knew her dreams would require an education but was concerned about finances and the rarity of attending college at the time. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JUNE 27, 2024) Karis Jones, assistant professor, received an award from the National Science Foundation to serve as a principal investigator for a group research initiative. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JUNE 25, 2024) Empire State University President Lisa Vollendorf was named to City & State’s 2024 Inaugural Trailblazers in Higher Education list, which was announced today. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JUNE 18, 2024) The School of Human Services held a diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and social justice (DEIBSJ) retreat in Albany, New York in May. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY -- JUNE 18, 2024) Jeff Schuhrke, assistant professor, was interviewed on the Marketplace Morning Report about the University of California strike involving graduate and postdoctoral student workers. ... MORE
The United University Professions (UUP) Empire State Chapter worked with two locals of New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) as well as the NYSUT’s Social Justice department to participate in Empire State University’s book drive as part of the statewide initiative. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – JUNE 10, 2024) Brian Frederick, assistant professor in the School of Social and Behavioral Science, explores the roots of missing LGBTQ+ youth in their research. The project began when Frederick was teaching at the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom in 2022, working with Dr. Karen Shalev. Over the years, they’ve interviewed over one hundred formerly missing LGBTQ+ people and researched different resources available across Europe. ... MORE
Justin Pascucci, assistant professor in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, will publish research about the implementation of an age-friendly health system in the June edition of the peer-reviewed journal Nursing Research. ... MORE
Hiding in the back of Empire State University’s location at 111 West Ave. lies a print shop that plays an important role for the university and community in Saratoga Springs. Behind the whirring of industrial-sized printers and smell of ink, reminiscent of an art classroom, is Steven Linton, print equipment operator, who prints anything you can imagine. ... MORE
Recent Empire State University graduate Julianna Merendino is an active member of the United States Navy, inspired by her family who are mostly members of the Navy and Marine Corps. ... MORE
Empire State University celebrated the Class of 2024 on Friday, May 17 at the New York City Center at 6:00 p.m. 400 graduates crossed the stage at the university’s third statewide commencement. ... MORE
Rhon Glasgow, like many Empire State University students, was seeking a change of direction and looking for a school that would provide him flexibility while he worked long hours in restaurants and retail. ... MORE
When Jawana Carter-Richardson first decided to go back to school later in life, she was concerned her age would be a deterrent. She saw Empire State University’s flexible learning environment, tailored for adult students, as a way for her to achieve her goals. ... MORE
Maria Figueroa, dean of the Harry Van Arsdale Jr. School of Labor Studies, was featured in a recent article by Non Profit Quarterly titled “Are Advertising and Marketing on the Brink of a Union Wave?” ... MORE
Empire State University’s Manhattan commencement ceremony is just a few days away. Meet this year’s platform party who will be celebrating and honoring our graduates! ... MORE
(NEW YORK, NY – MAY 15, 2024) Darlene White was recognized as an honorary mention in the “Best of SUNY Art Exhibition” for her work titled “Jazzy Belle.” White is a historian and multidisciplinary artist -- she earned her bachelor’s degree in historical studies at Empire State University and will walk in the university’s Manhattan Commencement ceremony on May 17, 2024. ... MORE
Empire State University's Center for Autism Advocacy, Research, Education, and Supports is hosting workshops in collaboration with the Saratoga Springs Public Library titled "Neurodivergent in College: Navigating the Transition from High School." ... MORE
Dr. Nan Travers, director of the Center for Leadership in Credentialing Learning, was featured on EdUp Experience in their recent podcast episode: “Redesigning Higher Ed for the Future - with Dr. Nan Travers, & Dr. Holly Zanville, Co-Leads, Credential as You Go.” ... MORE
Balancing a family, multiple jobs, and working toward a degree is no easy feat, but it’s one Ashley Simms meets with a smile on her face at Empire State University. ... MORE
Eight students from the Dominican Republic are graduating together in Empire State University’s Manhattan ceremony on May 17, 2024. The cohort is part of SUNY Empire’s program in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, in coordination with Universidad APEC. ... MORE
(ROCHESTER, NY – MAY 7, 2024) Empire State University’s Rochester commencement ceremony is just a few days away. Meet this year’s platform party who will be celebrating and honoring our graduates! ... MORE
Graduations are often a family affair, but for Kara Lockwood and her mother, Joanne Knapp-Elvidge, commencement takes on a deeper meaning this year. ... MORE
“You don’t need sight to take flight” are the words Chrystal Jones lives by each day. Despite losing her sight at 31 years old, she’s let nothing stop her from achieving her goals, including working full time and studying for her bachelor’s degree. ... MORE
Not all heroes wear capes -- some are also working to earn their degrees in their spare time, like Melissa Massari, who pursued an education centered on helping others. ... MORE
Empire State University’s Albany commencement ceremony is on May 1, 2024. Meet this year’s platform party who will be celebrating and honoring our graduates! ... MORE
April is Arab American Heritage Month, inviting us to honor and celebrate the cultural diversity and contributions of Arab Americans. Empire State University has a list of resources and educational opportunities available to view on the library and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion websites. We spoke with Heather Shalhoub, the library’s coordinator for Web Services, User Experience, and Systems to share her perspectives. ... MORE
Empire State University will hold an event celebrating the latest books by Professor Sabrina Fuchs Abrams, Professor Tom Mackey, and SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor Margaret (Peggy) Tally on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at its 4 Park Avenue location in Manhattan. The event will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend in person. ... MORE
A student at Empire State University has been awarded the prestigious Norman R. McConney, Jr. Award. Congratulations to Jo Young, the first student at SUNY Empire to receive this award. ... MORE
(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – APRIL 22, 2024) Empire State University’s Neurodiversity Club is expanding with the launch of a teen group on April 23, 2024. The Teen Neurodiversity Club will be held at the Saratoga Springs Public Library and include activities geared toward the interests of older attendees in grades 7-12 who are neurodivergent, along with their friends and families. ... MORE
Starting a career, searching for a job, and navigating all the decisions that come with it can be an overbearing challenge. It’s one Anita DeCianni Brown, director of career and experiential learning services, is trying to make easier for students at Empire State University. ... MORE
Lt. Michael Hoosock ’16, ’17, a long-time deputy with the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Department, was killed in a shooting on Sunday, April 14, in the suburbs of Syracuse. ... MORE
Empire State University’s Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC) held a solar eclipse viewing and presentation April 8, 2024. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni came together to view the once-in-a-lifetime event in Saratoga Springs, New York, which experienced 98 percent totality. ... MORE
Empire State University has more military-affiliated students than any other State University of New York institution. The university currently supports over 1,000 military-affiliated students throughout their academic journeys, according to data from the most recently completed academic year. ... MORE
The Bluebird Award is a semi-annual award presented by the Student Government Association and honors students who demonstrate outstanding service to the university or the community ... MORE
Raising a puppy is no easy task, especially when that puppy is a future support animal for someone in need. Catherine Hoff, a program aide in the School of Nursing and Allied Health, is taking that challenge to heart and raising a dog for BluePath. ... MORE
Hitesh Rai Kathuria, Ph.D. will join Empire State University as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs on Monday, April 15, 2024. ... MORE
Four Empire State University students have been awarded the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. Joseph Juntunen, Anton Ruesing, Em Wasserman, and Elizabeth O’Brien all received this prestigious honor and will be recognized at a ceremony in April. ... MORE
The scholarship honors Dr. Nettleton’s work in the field of nursing, bridging the gap between healthcare and academia by supporting nursing education, building a pipeline for new nurses, and promoting nurse retention and advancement in the field. ... MORE
SUNY's Mascot Madness is back! The 11th annual competition brings SUNY mascots head-to-head to find out who fans love most. It's time to vote for everyone's favorite bluebird, Blue! ... MORE
Last week, SUNY Empire hosted its 47th blood drive at its 111 West location in Saratoga Springs. The drive, hosted in collaboration with the American Red Cross, collected 35 donations -- unlocking the potential to help 105 patients in need.
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Join us on Thursday, March 21 as the Empire State University community comes together for a great cause – our students! Alumni, employees and friends are invited to participate in our 24-hour Day of Giving. ... MORE
When SUNY funding was provided to address food insecurity among students by establishing on-campus food pantries, Empire State University faced a unique challenge. ... MORE
Xiomara Giordano, Empire State University's assistant vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion and chief diversity officer, has been appointed to the National Advisory Council for the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education (NCORE). ... MORE
SUNY Chancellor John King recently spoke with Capitol Pressroom about the financial shape of New York's public colleges and universities, outlined steps needed to maintain a strong SUNY system, and discussed SUNY Empire's enrollment increase. ... MORE
Empire State University’s Center for Autism Advocacy: Research, Education, and Supports (CAARES) and Anderson Center for Autism will host their third annual Partners in Applied Behavior Analysis Conference on March 1, 2024. ... MORE
A long-time dancer for the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre Company and a stage and film actor have been selected to receive Richard Porter Leach Fellowships to attend Empire State University. ... MORE
Due to the impending closure of Long Island Business Institute (LIBI), current LIBI students will be offered enrollment at Empire State University for the Spring 2024 academic term and subsequent terms. LIBI will cease operating its educational programs effective January 22, 2024. ... MORE
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