IN THIS ISSUE

• Coronavirus update: Two students have tested positive
• Unveiling of Sojourner Truth sculpture planned for September 2021
• Contemplative space construction project will soon go to bid
• Reminder: April 29 deadline to elect the S/U option for spring 2021 courses
• Young Writers Programs summer 2021 schedule announced
• State launches on-demand video guide to retirement planning for employees
• Science students out in the field
• Events and resources
• The latest from media
• From our community: Instagram Stories takeover + ice cream

Coronavirus updates

April 20 report on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the campus community
Two students have tested positive

Weekly COVID-19 testing information and resources
Pool testing available on a walk-in basis, Monday - Thursday
Friday PCR testing is appointment-only with no same-day sign-ups

Save time, check the line at the Awosting Hall testing center
Live updates every minute let you see if there's a wait before you come for testing

Walk-in vaccination in Ulster County continues today and April 24
Moderna vaccine administered with no appointment needed at sites within an hour from campus

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

News of the day

Unveiling of Sojourner Truth sculpture planned for September 2021
"Sojourner Truth: First Step to Freedom," will become a recognizable anchor for our campus and a highlight for the region

Contemplative space construction project will soon go to bid
Site intended for community gathering and reflection on regional history was recommended by our Diversity & Inclusion Council

Students: April 29 is the deadline to elect the Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory option for spring 2021 courses
Expanded option provides flexibility for students during the pandemic
We encourage you to discuss the S/U option with your advisor before electing

Young Writers Programs summer 2021 schedule announced
The Hudson Valley Writing Project offers sessions for kids 8-17, on subjects including nature writing, roleplaying games, and the always-popular guide to the college essay

State launches on-demand video guide to retirement planning for employees
Content includes overviews on Social Security, Health Insurance Programs and the NYS Employees Retirement System

Events, resources and reminders

Sarah Hennies presents the world premiere of "Untitled for Five or More Players," tonight at 7 p.m.
The Davenport Resident for New American Music shares a piece composed with New Paltz students, streaming on the Listen Forward YouTube channel

Dress for Success: A Career Resource Center pop-up boutique, April 20 & 21
Students can get and keep free professional attire
Drop by between 1 - 4 p.m. at the JFT Lobby

The Story of Plastic: Free documentary watch party, April 21
Watch the exposé, then stick around for a Q&A with director Deia Schlosberg

Cornhole Tournament on the AWC lawn, April 21 at 5 p.m.
Form your team, sign up on IM Leagues and join the race to 21

Upcoming Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion trainings

• Creating Online Forms with Office 365
  Wednesday, April 21, 3 – 4 p.m.
  
  
• Introduction to SharePoint for team collaboration
  Thursday, April 22, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  
  
• Advanced PowerPoint: Slide transitions, animation and more
  Wednesday, April 28, 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.

The latest from media

Cuomo loosens NY state movie theater and arena restrictions as coronavirus cases ease
State's seven-day tally of cases hits lowest level since Thanksgiving
Daily Freeman, 4/19/21

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?