IN THIS ISSUE:

• Virtual hot chocolate with the president
• Teaching with compassion in an age of remote learning
• Observance of Passover will take place as scheduled
• Online fitness classes from the Athletics & Wellness Center
• Important safety guidance on cybersecurity and mail pickup
• Compensatory pay option for UUP-represented employees
• Trainings and professional development opportunities
• The latest from media
• Well-wishes from the Educational Opportunity Program family

News from around campus

VIDEO: Hot Chocolate with President Christian
Popular residence hall event goes virtual with an assist from Hans, the presidential dachshund

College’s observance of Passover will take place as scheduled
No classes after 3 p.m. on April 8; break extends through April 10

Athletic & Wellness Center offering virtual fitness classes
Stay active while staying safe with online instruction in yoga, dance, boot camp and more

Guidance from Mail Services to ensure students receive their deliveries
New protocols for pickup and forwarding, and how to give others permission to get your mail for you

UUP Employees can now enroll in compensatory pay option for holidays
Review and fill the compensatory time waiver form by May 15

Resources for remote teaching and learning

Teaching with compassion in an age of remote learning
A message from Assistant Vice President for Graduate and Extended Learning Shala Mills

Guidance for faculty and staff about cybersecurity and working from home
A few easy rules to follow to protect yourself and sensitive data you may work with

Professional development and training opportunities

Virtual faculty tea & coffee (& PETS!)
Join the Faculty Development Center for conversation and decompression after the first week of remote instruction. Bring your pet! Special guest: Zachary Bowman, education manager at The Dorsky Museum
TODAY, April 3, 2 - 4 p.m.

Teaching, learning and assessing in remote learning environments
Another recommended session from the Association of American Colleges & Universities' Faculty Fridays series
TODAY, April 3, 2 - 3 p.m.

TerminalFour beginner trainings
Sign up to learn basic tools for managing your office or department webpage
April 7 & 8

Upcoming Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Trainings:

• Giving effective feedback using the UUP performance evaluation template
  Friday, April 3, 1:30 - 3 p.m.
  
• Organization management: Tips for getting and staying organized
  Monday, April 6, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  
• Outlook tips & tricks: Dealing with spam and eliminating clutter
  Tuesday, April 7, 10 - 11 a.m.
  
  
• Designing your retirement: Taking stock and looking ahead
  Wednesday, April 8, 3 - 4 p.m.
  
  

The latest from media

Coronavirus: In 14 days New Paltz patients had 'frightening moments,' see progress
An update from campus community members recovering from illness together (Poughkeepsie Journal, 4/2/20)

Four creative COVID-19 business pivots
Local entrepreneurs and creators innovate to keep working and serving their customers (Chronogram, 4/2/20)

From our community

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