IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: Eight new student cases since last report on Nov. 25
• On-campus testing continues Dec. 2 from 1-4 p.m. at Awosting Hall
• SUNY and CSEA extend agreement on free, mandatory COVID-19 testing of CSEA-represented employees
• College mourns passing of of Susan Najork ’67 ’70g, longtime member of the SUNY New Paltz Foundation Board of Directors
• Tomorrow is the last day to opt into the expanded S/U grade option for fall 2020
• Students: Connect with SUNY and New York State mental health resources
• Today is the deadline to enroll in the Flex Spending Account for 2021
• The week ahead at the Career Resource Center
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Inner Visions, a new online exhibition from the Department of Art

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 30 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Eight new student cases since last report on Nov. 25

On-campus testing continues Dec. 2 from 1-4 p.m. at Awosting Hall
Testing is mandatory for small number of students still living on campus
Will also be open to faculty, staff and off-campus students
Please register by emailing kenneyk@newpaltz.edu if you would like to get tested

SUNY and CSEA extend agreement on free, mandatory COVID-19 testing of CSEA-represented employees
"Regular mandated testing will continue to be a part of our strategy to keep campuses open"

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

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

News of the day

College mourns passing of of Susan Najork ’67 ’70g, longtime member of the SUNY New Paltz Foundation Board of Directors
Two-time New Paltz alumna was a dedicated philanthropist in the Hudson Valley

Students: Tomorrow is the last day to opt into the expanded S/U grade option for fall 2020
Apply at my.newpaltz.edu -> Registration -> S/U Option

Chancellor Malatras urges students to connect with SUNY and New York State mental health resources
Encouraging students to reach out and shatter stigma of asking for help

TODAY is the deadline to enroll in the Flex Spending Account for 2021
Pre-tax benefit can be used to pay for health care, dependent care and adoption expenses

The week ahead at the Career Resource Center
Including an info session this Thursday with a recruiter from Amazon

Events and resources

Dec. 3 lecture features leading scholar of Black political representation
The Benjamin Center and the Department of Black Studies welcome Christopher J. Clark (University of North Carolina) for a virtual talk on Black seat share

The Sojourner Truth Library is here for you post-Thanksgiving
Useful information about using Library services in the weeks ahead

FAQs about remote teaching and learning technology
Quick-and-easy info from the ITS Service Desk to support students, faculty and staff ahead of the College's planned transition to fully remote instruction after Thanksgiving Recess

Just $15 is enough to provide school supplies for children of migrant workers
The Mid-Hudson Migrant Education Program, sponsored by the School of Education, calls for donations to support pre-packaged supply kits at a time of high need

Stay active this winter with the NPHawks Virtual Group Exercise library
On-demand studio routines including dance fitness, yoga, pilates and more

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns, Jan. 5 - March 29
Scholarships available from the Research Foundation; Apply by Dec. 15

SUNY Center for Professional Development offers three-course teaching and learning certificate for new faculty
Each course lasts six weeks and requires about two-four hours per week to complete
First course, beginning Jan. 5, 2021, focuses on essential communication skills

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

Onteora switches to remote learning for next 2 weeks
District in northwest Ulster County takes precautionary step
Daily Freeman, 11/25/20

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 reported as of 5 p.m. yesterday
• SUNY Chancellor talks exit testing, spring semester in WAMC interview
• Intercession hours (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) begin Friday, Nov. 27
• Anthropology students, faculty developing survey on vaccine preparedness
• Student Union and Atrium hours of operation for winter 2020-21
• Mid-Hudson Migrant Education Program calls for support for children in need of school supplies
• This month's virtual book display at the Library is all about self-care
• The Daily Digest will be back on Monday, Nov. 30 - Happy Thanksgiving!
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Make a fitness plan and follow through with the VOLT app

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 25 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases reported 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

SUNY Chancellor talks about exit testing, spring semester after New Paltz visit
WAMC interview with Hudson Valley Bureau Chief Allison Dunne

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

News of the day

Reminder: Intercession hours (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) begin Friday, Nov. 27
As directed by President Christian, change in core office hours comes early this semester

COVID-19 in the curriculum: Anthropology students, faculty developing survey on vaccine preparedness
Goal is to measure perceptions of safety and inform conversations about who will be the first to access a vaccine

Student Union and Atrium hours of operation for winter 2020-21
Buildings will be closed from Nov. 26 - Jan. 14; Regular hours resume Monday, Jan. 18

Just $15 is enough to provide school supplies for children of migrant workers
The Mid-Hudson Migrant Education Program, sponsored by the School of Education, calls for donations to support pre-packaged supply kits at a time of high need

This month's virtual book display at the Library is all about self-care
Including materials from the Zine Library, public know-your-rights materials, and a crowd-sourced playlist for surviving hard times

The Daily Digest will be back on Monday, Nov. 30
We're taking Thursday and Friday off this week. Happy Thanksgiving!

Events and resources

Info on utility reduction in campus buildings for winter 2020-21
Telecommuting policy creates opportunity to save money and reduce emissions

Employees: Nov. 30 deadline to enroll in Flex Spending Account for 2021
Pre-tax benefit can be used to pay for health care, dependent care and adoption expenses

Dec. 3 lecture features leading scholar of Black political representation
The Benjamin Center and the Department of Black Studies welcome Christopher J. Clark (University of North Carolina) for a virtual talk on Black seat share

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The Sojourner Truth Library is here for you post-Thanksgiving
Useful information about using Library services in the weeks ahead

FAQs about remote teaching and learning technology
Quick-and-easy info from the ITS Service Desk to support students, faculty and staff ahead of the College's planned transition to fully remote instruction after Thanksgiving Recess

Stay active this winter with the NPHawks Virtual Group Exercise library
On-demand studio routines including dance fitness, yoga, pilates and more

Global learning opportunities for spring 2021
While no study abroad will be offered, there are lots of virtual options for students looking for an international experience

SUNY Center for Professional Development offers three-course teaching and learning certificate for new faculty
Each course lasts six weeks and requires about two-four hours per week to complete
First course, beginning Jan. 5, 2021, focuses on essential communication skills

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns, Jan. 5 - March 29
Scholarships available from the Research Foundation; Apply by Dec. 15

The latest from media

A comparison of universities during the Coronavirus pandemic
"The State University of New York at New Paltz had a reopening plan that was lengthy and incredibly well thought out"
The Quad, 11/23/20

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: Three additional off-campus students have tested positive
• College announces extended utility reduction effort for winter 2020-21
• Dec. 3 lecture features leading scholar of African American political representation
• Employees: Nov. 30 deadline to enroll in Flex Spending Account for 2021
• Global learning opportunities for spring 2021
• SUNY offers three-course teaching and learning certificate for new faculty
• Stay active this winter with the NPHawks Virtual Group Exercise library
• Metal Program students organize online exhibition for NYC Jewelry Week
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: UPD officers raise $6,000+ for local food pantries

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 24 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Three additional off-campus students have tested positive

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

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

News of the day

College announces extended utility reduction effort for winter 2020-21
Telecommuting policy creates opportunity to save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions with limited inconvenience to campus community members

Gaining Voice: Dec. 3 lecture features leading scholar of African American political representation
The Benjamin Center and the Department of Black Studies welcome Christopher J. Clark (University of North Carolina) for a virtual talk on Black seat share and policy representation

Employees: Nov. 30 deadline to enroll in Flex Spending Account for 2021
Pre-tax benefit can be used to pay for health care, dependent care and adoption expenses

Global learning opportunities for spring 2021
While study abroad is suspended, there are lots of virtual options for students looking for an international experience

SUNY Center for Professional Development offers three-course teaching and learning certificate for new faculty
Each course lasts six weeks and requires about two-four hours per week to complete
First course, beginning Jan. 5, 2021, focuses on essential communication skills

Stay active this winter with the NPHawks Virtual Group Exercise library
On-demand studio routines including dance fitness, yoga, pilates and more

Events and resources

FAQs about remote teaching and learning technology
Quick-and-easy info from the ITS Service Desk to support students, faculty and staff ahead of the College's planned transition to fully remote instruction after Thanksgiving Recess

The Sojourner Truth Library is here for you post-Thanksgiving
Useful information about using Library services in the weeks ahead

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns, Jan. 5 - March 29
Scholarships available from the Research Foundation; Apply by Dec. 15

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

More cases of COVID-19 at SUNY New Paltz
Reporting follows tests of more than 3,000 students during Test Before You Go efforts
Mid-Hudson News, 11/23/20

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: Fifteen additional students have tested positive, as the College conducted more than 3,000 tests from Nov. 16-20, part of Test Before You Go efforts
• Last Chance: Test Before You Go today, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Awosting Hall
• Chancellor Malatras visits New Paltz to review COVID-19 testing
• SUNY and UUP agree to extend free, mandatory COVID-19 testing for UUP-represented employees through spring semester
• Answers to some frequently asked questions about remote teaching and learning technology
• The Sojourner Truth Library is here for you post-Thanksgiving
• News and opportunities from the Career Resource Center
• Digital Media & Journalism class interviews the creative team behind a new Hulu show about a trans pre-teen
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Photos from Chancellor Malatras's Nov. 20 visit to campus

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 23 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Fifteen additional students have tested positive, as the College conducted more than 3,000 on-campus tests from Nov. 16-20, part of Test Before You Go efforts

LAST CHANCE: Test Before You Go and protect loved ones before Thanksgiving
SUNY requires all students who live on campus or who have come to campus during the semester to get tested for COVID-19 before Thanksgiving or face judicial consequences
Quick, free pool testing today from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Awosting Hall
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

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

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

News of the day

SUNY Chancellor Malatras visits New Paltz to review mandatory COVID-19 testing
“Our students, campus leadership, faculty and staff have done a tremendous job keeping each other safe”

SUNY and UUP leadership agree to extend free, mandatory COVID-19 testing for UUP-represented employees through end of spring semester
Testing will be conducted during work hours in accordance with the September 2020 MOU

Answers to some frequently asked questions about remote teaching and learning technology
Quick-and-easy info from the ITS Service Desk to support students, faculty and staff ahead of the College's planned transition to fully remote instruction after Thanksgiving Recess

The Sojourner Truth Library is here for you post-Thanksgiving
Useful information about using Library services in the weeks ahead

News and opportunities from the Career Resource Center
Information on virtual consultations during Winter Session, and an upcoming info session on employment at Amazon

Applied learning, virtually: Digital Media & Journalism class interviews director and producer of "First Day," a new Hulu show about a trans pre-teen
Excerpts from a student-run Q&A with show runners Julie Kalceff and Kirsty Stark, facilitated by Adjunct Professor Michael Frank

Events and resources

Let us know how the technology support website is working for you
Take this brief survey and help Information Technology Services continue improving the design and content of support.newpaltz.edu

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns, Jan. 5 - March 29
Scholarships available from the Research Foundation; Apply by Dec. 15

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

SUNY chancellor says COVID-19 under control
While visiting New Paltz, Chancellor Malatras reports a 0.5% positivity rate out of 510,000 tests conducted system-wide since mandatory testing began
Mid-Hudson News, 11/21/20

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 employee and one off-campus student have tested positive
• Two more days of Test Before You Go COVID-19 testing at Awosting Hall
• Checking in with Residence Life staff at the end of an unprecedented semester
• This weekend's theatre performance has been postponed
• "If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns for 2021
• A virtual adaptation of study abroad for a COVID-19 era
• Tonight at 6:30 p.m.: Screening of new documentary "Conscience Point"
• Reminder: Get a free flu shot today at the Student Health Center
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Two recommended Instagram follows

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 20 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One additional employee and one additional off-campus student have tested positive

Two days left: Test Before You Go and protect loved ones before Thanksgiving
SUNY requires all students who live on campus or who have come to campus during the semester to get tested for COVID-19 before Thanksgiving or face judicial consequences
Quick, free pool testing Nov. 20 & 23 at Awosting Hall
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

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

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

News of the day

“I’ve learned how to use my voice”: Checking in with Residence Life staff at the end of an unprecedented semester
A toast to the many Resident Assistants and Community Mentors who have done so much to keep our on-campus population safe, informed and connected during fall 2020

This weekend's performance of “Eat and You Belong to Us” has been postponed
Theatre Arts will reschedule this live-streamed reading out of an abundance of caution

"If You Write It, They Will Fund": SUNY's popular workshop on grants and proposals returns, Jan. 5 - March 29
Scholarships available from the Research Foundation; Apply by Dec. 15

From the Oracle: A virtual adaptation of study abroad for a COVID-19 era
Well-designed international learning experiences online can provide many of the same cultural competencies as actual travel

Tonight at 6:30 p.m.: Virtual screening of "Conscience Point," a new documentary about a fight to protect sacred land in Eastern Long Island
A special presentation from the Sojourner Truth Library in recognition of Native American Heritage Month

Reminder: Get a free flu shot today at the Student Health Center
Your last chance on campus this semester to get protection from influenza viruses

Events and resources

Still time to donate clothes or other goods for Honduran recovery from Hurricane Iota
Men's soccer team member Carlos Cuellar '21 (Marketing) organizes this appeal to help alleviate suffering in his home country; Donations can be dropped off outside the Athletic & Wellness Center now through Sunday, Nov. 22

Fragments of a New Reality: MFA students exhibiting now in Fine Arts Building
A socially distant, on-campus exhibition of student artwork, on view through Nov. 23

Monday is the application deadline for AYURE funding to support collaborative undergraduate research
The Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience creates invaluable scholarship experiences for students across the disciplines

Resonant Echoes: What does your world sound like?
Music faculty call for community field recordings to be used in new composition

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

School officials discuss whether a full return to remote learning is the right choice for their districts
How Kingston, New Paltz, Saugerties and Onteora are planning for the months ahead
New Paltz Times, 11/18/20

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 and one employee have tested positive
• Three more days of Test Before You Go COVID-19 testing at Awosting Hall
• New York City to close public schools again as virus cases rise
• Honduran student athlete calls for donations in wake of Hurricane Iota
• UPD Officer Ryan Law shows what community service can mean this Thanksgiving
• Today at noon: Tips for reducing your stress at the end of a difficult year
• Free flu shots at the Student Health Center this Friday, Nov. 20
• "Eat and You Belong to Us": Final Theatre Arts performance of fall 2020 is a magical exploration of gender and empowerment
• Fragments of a New Reality: MFA students exhibiting now at the Fine Arts Building
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Floating Verses at Lake Mohonk

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 19 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
One additional student and one additional employee have tested positive

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

Three more days of Test Before You Go COVID-19 testing
SUNY requires all students who live on campus or who have come to campus during the semester to get tested before Thanksgiving or face judicial consequences
Get a quick, free pool test Nov. 19, 20 & 23 at Awosting Hall
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
We're looking for a few more pool testing volunteers to help finish strong this semester
Training and personal protective equipment will be provided
THANK YOU to all who have contributed or plan to contribute to this important initiative

New York City to close public schools again as virus cases rise
New York Times reports on decision to go fully remote in nation's largest district

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

News of the day

Honduran student athlete calls for donations in wake of Hurricane Iota
Carlos Cuellar '21 (Marketing) appeals to New Paltz community to help alleviate suffering in his home country; Clothing, shoes and other donations can be dropped off outside the Athletic & Wellness Center now through Sunday, Nov. 22

Thanksgiving service, sacrifice can be as simple as small gatherings during the pandemic
After welcoming a new member of the family, UPD Officer Ryan Law plans a tiny feast to keep loved ones safe

Today at noon: Tips for reducing your stress at the end of a difficult year
HRDI and EAP collaborate on a lunchtime workshop on self-care strategies

Free flu shots at the Student Health Center this Friday, Nov. 20
Your last on-campus opportunity this semester to protect yourself from influenza viruses

The final Theatre Arts performance of fall 2020 is a magical exploration of gender and empowerment
Live-streamed readings of “Eat and You Belong to Us,” Nov. 21 & 22

Fragments of a New Reality: MFA students exhibiting now in Fine Arts Building
A socially distant, on-campus exhibition of student artwork, on view through Nov. 23

Events and resources

Faculty: Apply by Nov. 23 for AYURE funding to support collaborative undergraduate research
The Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience creates invaluable scholarship experiences for students across the disciplines

Dec. 1-10: Suicide Prevention Symposium for faculty, staff and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association

Survey: Let us know how the technology support website is working for you
Help us continue improving the design and content of support.newpaltz.edu

Quick questionnaire for employees on disability status
The College's collection of this information is required in order to receive certain federal funding including scholarships; Providing this information is voluntary; Your response is used only for reporting and will be maintained confidentially

No gift is too small: November is SEFA participation month
Join colleagues in helping to raise thousands for local charities through the State Employees Federated Appeal

The latest from media

Governor Cuomo launches free online platform for New Yorkers to learn new job skills, earn certificates & advance their careers
All state residents can now get a free Coursera account
Governor's press release, 11/18/20

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 as of 5 p.m. yesterday
• We still need a few more volunteers to help our Test Before You Go effort succeed!
• Daily Digest will temporarily move to reduced schedule during Winter Break
• Still making your spring schedule? Office of Campus Sustainability highlights some environmentally focused courses
• Faculty and Staff: Consider using Cisco Jabber for remote telecommunications
• Today at 5:30 p.m.: Visiting Artist Lecture Series presents Stacy Jo Scott
• "Lifting as we Climb": School of Business Hall of Fame ceremony video
• Bats: Super cool! Super diverse! Learn more Nov. 19 from Burke Museum Curator Sharlene Santana, Ph.D.
• Events and resources, including workshops today on domestic violence and Drescher Leave
• The latest from media
• From our community: Looking Up Planetarium series tours Mars, autumn constellations and black holes

Coronavirus updates

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

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
We're looking for a few more pool testing volunteers to help finish strong this semester
Training and personal protective equipment will be provided
THANK YOU to all who have contributed or plan to contribute to this important initiative

Test Before You Go: Protect your loved ones and avoid judicial consequences
SUNY requires all students who live on campus or who have come to campus for any reason during the semester to get tested for COVID-19 before Thanksgiving
Quick, free pool testing Nov. 18, 19, 20 & 23 at Awosting Hall
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

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

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

News of the day

Daily Digest will temporarily move to reduced schedule during Winter Break
COVID-19 Dashboard will still be updated five days per week

Students: Looking to add an environmentally focused class to your schedule?
Highlighted courses for spring 2021 from the Office of Campus Sustainability

Faculty and Staff: Consider using Cisco Jabber for remote telecommunications
ITS can help install this useful tool that let you have your campus phone line at your home work station

Today at 5:30 p.m.: Visiting Artist Lecture Series presents Stacy Jo Scott
Oregon-based artist uses ceramic objects and digital processes to navigate shifting landscapes of queerness, embodiment and spectrality

"Lifting as We Climb": School of Business honors the best of the best at their 2020 Hall of Fame ceremony
Celebrating outstanding contributions to the College and the Hudson Valley

Events and resources

Today at noon: Domestic Violence and The Workplace
The state Office of Information Technology Services presents a “Lunch and Learn” event designed to help employees recognize, react and respond to signs of an unsafe relationship

Today at 12:30 p.m.: Learn more about Drescher Leave
Important program helps underrepresented faculty prepare for permanent or continuing appointment

Nov. 19 at noon: Tips for reducing your stress at the end of a difficult year
HRDI and EAP collaborate on a lunchtime workshop for employees focusing on self-care strategies

Let us know how the technology support website is working for you
Take this brief survey and help Information Technology Services continue improving the design and content of support.newpaltz.edu

No gift is too small: November is SEFA participation month
Join colleagues in helping to raise thousands for local charities through the State Employees Federated Appeal

Faculty: Apply by Nov. 23 for AYURE funding to support collaborative undergraduate research
The Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience creates invaluable scholarship experiences for students across the discipliens

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

Don’t bring COVID home for Thanksgiving
Op-ed from SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras
NY Daily News, 11/17/20

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: Three additional students have tested positive
• Resonant Echoes: A call for field recordings from the Department of Music
• Tonight! Distinguished Speaker Series welcomes Rodney D. Priestley, first vice dean for innovation at Princeton University
• Mac users: ITS recommends NOT updating to Big Sur OS right now
• Learn about enrolling in the Flex Spending Account, today at 3 p.m.
• No gift is too small: November is SEFA participation month
• Faculty still have a week to apply for AYURE funding for undergraduate scholarship
• Distance teamwork in the Physics Lab
• Events and resources, including a suicide prevention symposium coming in early December
• The latest from media
• From our community: Checking in with the Campus Food Pantry

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 17 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Three additional students have tested positive

Test Before You Go: Protect your loved ones and avoid judicial consequences
SUNY requires all students who live on campus or who have come to campus for any reason during the semester to get tested for COVID-19 before Thanksgiving
Get a quick, free test on Nov. 18, 19, 20 or 23 at Awosting Hall

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

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

News of the day

Resonant Echoes: What does your world sound like?
Music faculty call for community field recordings to be used in new composition

Today at 7 p.m.: Distinguished Speaker Series welcomes Rodney D. Priestley, first vice dean for innovation at Princeton University
Address on building a better future by supporting academic innovation and entrepreneurship

Mac users: ITS recommends NOT updating to Big Sur OS right now
New operating system may not be compatible with remote teaching, learning and working software commonly used at New Paltz

Learn about enrolling in the Flex Spending Account, today at 3 p.m.
Get guidance for signing up for this pre-tax benefit before the Nov. 30 deadline

No gift is too small: November is SEFA participation month
Join colleagues in helping to raise thousands for local charities through the State Employees Federated Appeal

Faculty: Apply by Nov. 23 for AYURE funding to support collaborative undergraduate research
The Academic Year Undergraduate Research Experience creates invaluable scholarship experiences for students across the disciplines

COVID-19 testing information

On-campus COVID-19 pool testing schedule
Testing will be offered on a walk-in basis at Awosting Hall, Nov. 18-20 and Nov. 23
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
Testing at double capacity means we need extra volunteers
Training and personal protective equipment will be provided
THANK YOU to all who have contributed or plan to contribute to this important initiative

PCR testing schedule for students
Click above to see when you are required to be tested, and visit the Student Health Service online to make an appointment

Events and resources

Nov. 18: Domestic Violence and The Workplace
The state Office of Information Technology Services presents a “Lunch and Learn” event designed to help employees recognize, react and respond to signs of an unsafe relationship

Want to learn more about Drescher Leave? Join this panel on Nov. 18
Important program helps underrepresented faculty prepare for permanent or continuing appointment

Nov. 19 at noon: Tips for reducing your stress at the end of a difficult year
HRDI and EAP collaborate on a lunchtime workshop for employees focusing on self-care strategies

Digital Scholarship Week is underway at the DASH Lab
Faculty can enhance their teaching with new skills in data literacy, GPS mapping, basic audio/video production and more

Suicide Prevention Symposium for professionals, faculty and students
Knowledge and strategies to enhance well-being of college students, including new research related to COVID-19, presented by SUNY and the NYS College Health Association, Dec. 1-10

The latest from media

Woodstock manufacturer completes $2 million expansion
Ametek Rotron has a strong commitment to hiring a local workforce
Mid-Hudson News, 11/14/20

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 reported as of 5 p.m. yesterday
• Expanded Test Before You Go testing begins today at Awosting Hall
• Do you know your time assignment? Undergraduate course registration for spring 2021 starts today
• WNYC: SUNY's Chancellor on holidays and keeping students safe
• Survey: Let us know how support.newpaltz.edu is working for you
• Digital Scholarship Week starts now at the DASH Lab
• From the Oracle: The School of Fine & Performing Arts adapts
• Video: The Long Struggle to End the World As We Know It
• The week ahead at the Career Resource Center
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: One more day! Reserve tickets for tomorrow's Distinguished Speaker Series event

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 16 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
No new cases reported as of 5 p.m. yesterday

Expanded Test Before You Go testing is underway at Awosting Hall
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving for testing

WNYC: SUNY's Chancellor on holidays and keeping students safe
Radio interview with Chancellor Malatras on plans for winter and spring

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

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

News of the day

Undergraduate course registration for spring 2021 begins today
Find your time assignment and My Schedule Planner at my.newpaltz.edu -> Registration

Let us know how the technology support website is working for you
Take this brief survey and help Information Technology Services continue improving support.newpaltz.edu

Digital Scholarship Week (Nov. 16 - 20) starts now at the DASH Lab
Enhance your teaching with new skills in data literacy, GPS mapping, basic audio/video production and more

From the Oracle: The School of Fine & Performing Arts adapts
Reporting on how studio art, theatre and music have continued this fall

Video: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences weighs in on the post-pandemic future of political resistance in the Americas
Rebroadcast of Without Limits panel, "The Long Struggle to End the World As We Know It"

The week ahead at the Career Resource Center
Including two Instagram Live conversations with successful alumnae

COVID-19 testing information

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
Testing at double capacity this week means we need extra volunteers
Training and personal protective equipment will be provided
THANK YOU to all who have contributed or plan to contribute to this important initiative

PCR testing schedule for students
Click above to see when you are required to be tested, and visit the Student Health Service online to make an appointment

Events and resources

Upcoming Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Trainings

• Flex Spending Account Info Session
  Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 3 p.m. via Webex
  
  
• Stress Less (Co-sponsored by EAP)
  Maintaining our balance in the face of end-of-year stress
  Thursday, Nov. 19, at 12 p.m. via Webex

Graduate Programs Open House Week is here!
Learn about academics, careers, financial aid and much more
Register now for the date that corresponds to your program of interest

Nov. 18: Domestic Violence and The Workplace
The state Office of Information Technology Services presents a “Lunch and Learn” event to help employees recognize, react and respond to signs of an unsafe relationship

Want to learn more about Drescher Leave? Join this panel on Nov. 18
Important program helps underrepresented faculty prepare for permanent or continuing appointment

UUP employees can access thousands of free eLearning courses and videos through the Empire KnowledgeBank
Topics range from productivity technologies to developing management and leadership skills

Productivity Enhancement Program enrollment is now open
Exchange accrued leave time for a credit to be applied toward NYSHIP premiums

The latest from media

Are the Holidays Cancelled for 2020?
Interviews with college students, including a senior at New Paltz, about how the pandemic is affecting their plans
The Campus, 11/13/20

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: An on-campus student has tested positive
• In case you missed it: “Dismantling Racism: Checking in Post-Election”
• Alumna’s gift supports laptops for the Scholar’s Mentorship Program
• Did you get your tickets yet? Theatre Arts presents “Cymbeline,” Nov. 14 & 15
• Class of 2024: Gain valuable professional experience through the First-Year Internship Program
• Nov. 18: A "Lunch and Learn" workshop on domestic violence and the workplace
• Free professional development for UUP employees through the Empire KnowledgeBank
• Just a few more days to see MFA thesis work at The Dorsky
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Hugo's putting out a call to water pong all-stars

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 13 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
An on-campus student has tested positive

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

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

News of the day

In case you missed it: “Dismantling Racism: Checking in Post-Election”
The latest in the College's series of community town hall forums

Alumna’s gift supports laptops for Scholar’s Mentorship Program students
“I didn’t want to see any New Paltz student be unable to graduate and succeed because of these extraordinary circumstances”

Did you get your tickets yet? Theatre Arts presents “Cymbeline,” Nov. 14 & 15
Pay what you can and watch this contemporary production of Shakespeare's romance from the comfort of home

Class of 2024: Gain valuable professional experience through the First-Year Internship Program
Apply now for opportunities to work with New Paltz alumni

Domestic Violence and The Workplace: Recognize, React, Respond
The state Office of Information Technology Services presents a “Lunch and Learn” event on Nov. 18, including resources available to employees

UUP employees can access thousands of free eLearning courses and videos through the Empire KnowledgeBank
Topics range from productivity technologies to developing leadership skills

COVID-19 testing information

On-campus COVID-19 pool testing schedule
Testing continues today for students and employees
Please be sure to set up your account before arriving

Expanded Test Before You Go testing starts Monday
Students: Get tested next week, and protect friends and loved ones before Thanksgiving

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
Testing at double capacity means we need extra volunteers from Nov. 16 - 23
Training and personal protective equipment will be provided
THANK YOU to all who have contributed or plan to contribute to this important initiative

PCR testing schedule for students
Click above to see when you are required to be tested, and visit the Student Health Service online to make an appointment

Events and resources

Upcoming Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Trainings

• Flex Spending Account Info Session
  Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 3 p.m. via Webex

Faculty: Learn more about Collaborative Online International Learning at a half-hour session next week
For International Education Week SUNY is offering a series quick workshops on new tools for bringing a global perspective into your curriculum, Nov. 16 - 20

Nov. 17: Building a Better Future by Supporting Academic Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Distinguished Speaker Series welcomes Rodney D. Priestley, first vice dean for innovation at Princeton University

Get the facts about Drescher Leave at this Nov. 18 panel
Important program helps underrepresented faculty prepare for permanent or continuing appointment

Reminder for employees: Quick questionnaire on disability status
The College's collection of this information is required in order to receive certain federal funding including scholarships; Providing this information is voluntary; Your response is used only for reporting and will be maintained confidentially

Lumen Success Accelerator: A free resource for SUNY faculty
Take advantage of teaching circles on pedagogy that emphasize reflective practice

Free one-on-one financial advising for New Paltz employees
Make an appointment with our rep at AIG for virtual, one-hour appointments through the end of November

The latest from media

Local public school districts and universities struggle to retain some sense of normalcy
With details on more than 6,400 COVID-19 tests conducted at SUNY New Paltz to date
New Paltz Times, 11/12/20

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: Two employees have tested positive
• Gov. Cuomo announces new 10 p.m. curfew for restaurants, bars and gyms; limits gatherings in private residences to 10
• Update on planning for spring semester 2021
• Today at 4:45 p.m.: “Dismantling Racism: Checking in Post-Election”
• Join this morning's discussion on supporting military-affiliated students in your classroom
• Without Limits presents: The Long Struggle to End the World As We Know It
• It's National Distance Learning Week! See what SUNY has on tap
• Field hockey alumna pursues her passion in conservation biology
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: A throwback to the 1880s

Coronavirus updates

Nov. 12 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two employees have tested positive; Cases are believed to be unrelated

Governor Cuomo imposes new coronavirus restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms and parties
Private, in-person gatherings capped at 10 guests; New rules take effect Friday, Nov. 13

COVID Alert NY: What you need to know
Check the state's dashboard and app for the latest pandemic updates and guidance

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

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

News of the day

Update on planning for spring semester 2021
While the spring semester at New Paltz begins Jan. 19, most classes will be online-only until Feb. 1, as directed by SUNY
Some classes, including in-person labs and studios, may begin earlier pending SUNY approval

Today at 4:45 p.m.: “Dismantling Racism: Checking in Post-Election”
Students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to share experiences of a contentious political season

Meeting the needs of military-affiliated students in your classroom
Join Jason Gilliland and students this morning at 11 a.m. for a conversation about how faculty can be supportive

Without Limits presents: The Long Struggle to End the World As We Know It
Today at 6:30 p.m., faculty from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences reimagine resistance in a pandemic era

It's National Distance Learning Week! See what SUNY has on tap
A number of remote teaching resources are available this week and beyond