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Empire State University Launches Community Conversations, Opens with Food Insecurity

Posted June 5, 2023

Empire State University is pleased to host Community Conversations, a new series that will explore some of the most pressing social issues of our time. ... MORE

When it comes to earning a bachelor’s degree, 71 is the new 21

Posted June 1, 2023

Like hundreds of other freshly minted graduates at Empire State University’s Manhattan commencement on May 26, Antonio Lewishall received his college degree. But unlike many of those graduates, Lewishall is 71 years young. ... MORE

Empire State University Announces Alumni Award Recipients

Posted May 31, 2023

Empire State University today announced the recipients of the 2022-23 Alumni Awards. ... MORE

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Empire State University Honors Class of 2023 in Manhattan Ceremony

Posted May 27, 2023

Empire State University celebrated the class of 2023 on Friday, May 26 at the New York City Center. ... MORE

SUNY Empire Hires Assistant Vice President for Human Resources

Posted May 25, 2023

Empire State University announced that Kathleen Roberts accepted the assistant vice president for human resources position based in Saratoga Springs. ... MORE

Empire State University to Attend Various Pride Parades Across New York State

Posted May 24, 2023

We invite you to join us as Empire State University will be attending various Pride parades and/or festivals across the state from June-July 2023! ... MORE

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Empire State University Establishes New Scholarship Honoring Long-Time Faculty Member Dorothy Burnham

Posted May 24, 2023

The Empire State University Foundation has established a new scholarship honoring former Manhattan-based professor and scientist Dorothy Burnham, who turned 108 this year. ... MORE

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Empire State University Participates in YMCA’s National Healthy Kids Day

Posted May 22, 2023

Empire State University’s Center for Autism Advocacy: Research, Education, and Supports (CAARES) was invited to participate in the YMCA’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. ... MORE

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Professor Heather Reynolds Featured on Episode of "Our Children Can’t Wait" Podcast

Posted May 23, 2023

Professor of Teacher Education Heather Reynolds, Ed.M., Ph.D. was part of a podcast discussion that explores the latest research on school safety. ... MORE

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Empire State University Director of Veteran and Military Education Speaks at Unveiling of Veterans Welcome Center Kiosk

Posted May 18, 2023

Desiree Drindak, director of veteran and military education at Empire State University, spoke about the university’s goal to make education accessible to veterans and military-affiliated students. ... MORE

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SUNY Empire Faculty Member Joined Governor Hochul at Legislation Signing Benefitting Nursing Students

Posted May 16, 2023

Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation into law, strengthening New York’s health care workforce ... MORE

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Empire State University Honors Class of 2023 in Rochester Ceremony

Posted May 11, 2023

Empire State University celebrated the class of 2023 on Wednesday, May 10 at the Kodak Center in Rochester ... MORE

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Empire State University Associate Professor Recognized for Cannabis Research and Course Offering

Posted May 8, 2023

Associate Professor in SUNY Empire’s Department of Health and Human Services Joanne Levine was recently featured in a Syracuse.com article ... MORE

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Empire State University Mentioned in Inside Higher Ed Article About Prior Learning Assessment

Posted May 5, 2023

A May 4, 2023, article in Inside Higher Ed featured, “Solving the Credit-for-Prior Learning Equity Paradox” by Michelle Navarre Cleary, an educator focused on adult learners’ success. The essay takes up many PLA-related issues about “equity” with which Empire State University has been grappling. ... MORE

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SUNY Empire Employee Creates Scholarship in Mother’s Memory

Posted May 5, 2023

Simon, an IT professional at Empire State University, has established an endowed scholarship in memory of his mother. ... MORE

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Empire State University’s Student Success Team has Strong Showing at 2023 SUNY Student Success Summit

Posted May 2, 2023

Empire State University’s Student Success sent four teams to virtually present at the 2023 SUNY Student Success Summit ... MORE

Empire State University Professor Tina Wagle to be inducted into SUNY Distinguished Academy

Posted May 2, 2023

Tina Wagle, Ph.D., a professor in Empire State University’s School for Graduate Studies, has been appointed to the rank of Distinguished Teaching Professor. ... MORE

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Empire State University Hosts Vet Net Ally Seminar

Posted April 24, 2023

Empire State University recently hosted a university-wide seminar to increase faculty and staff awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of military-aligned students in higher education. ... MORE

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Empire State University Hosts SALUTE Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Posted April 20, 2023

Empire State University hosted the SALUTE National Honor Society Induction Ceremony that was held on April 15 at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY. ... MORE

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SUNY Empire Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Mentors

Posted April 17, 2023

Congratulations to the Empire State University mentors and faculty members who were recognized for their scholarly activities and for their contributions to faculty development across the university. ... MORE

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