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

Field hockey alumna pursues her passion in conservation biology
Kaitlyn Gunter '20 (Biology) gets coach's help landing position at Adirondack Corps

COVID-19 testing information

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

Test Before You Go: Protect friends and loved ones and get tested on campus
As previously announced, SUNY is requiring students who live on campus or who have come to campus for any reason during the semester to test negative for COVID-19 within 10 days of leaving for Thanksgiving

Volunteers needed: Help make the Test Before You Go effort a success
Testing at double capacity means we need extra volunteers from Nov. 12 - 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

• Tools to make difficult conversations more positive and productive
  TODAY, Nov. 12, at 10:30 a.m. via Webex
  
• Flex Spending Account Info Session
  Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 3 p.m. via Webex

Theatre Arts presents contemporary adaptation of “Cymbeline,” Nov. 14 & 15
Production of Shakespeare's "incredibly funny" romance will be live-streamed from the stage

Thinking about your next move? Get the info you need during Graduate Programs Open House Week, Nov. 16 – 19
Participants can get details about academics, careers, financial aid and much more: Register now for the date that corresponds to your program of interest

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

Call for submissions: Election Reaction Zine 2020
Hopeful? Fearful? Not sure? Share a quick thought or feeling from the last week, and help us tell the story of our community's experiences

The latest from media

Cuomo imposes coronavirus restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms and parties
“It’s been hard for everyone, and it’s been hardest on those families who have lost a loved one. Losing money hurts, but money can be replaced. Losing a loved one hurts forever”
Times Union, 11/11/20

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?