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Whether you’re a recent high school grad, a retiree, or happily employed, you should still go back to college! That’s because you can take a number of great credit or non-credit courses that will enrich your work and personal life. These courses allow you to build new skills, earn microcredentials, or start a whole new … Read more
Now that you know why you should join LinkedIn, you may be wondering where to begin. If you’ve signed up for the site and glanced over your profile, you can see that the information you include and the layout of a profile page differs a bit from other social media sites. That said, it’s pretty … Read more
SUNY Ulster has opened registration for a new 15-credit Customer Service Microcredential! We’ve collaborated with Mohonk Mountain House to offer students and community members the opportunity to earn and learn by taking a series of five classes, including a paid Mohonk internship! This is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in the hospitality field. The … Read more
Each spring, second year Computer Science students in Theory and Practice of Object Oriented Programming work on a team project to develop a software application for a SUNY Ulster campus customer. This course, taught by Professor John Sheehan and Dr. Lou Thomason, provides an opportunity for students to gain practical experience in software development while also … Read more
Charnikia Pinesett, Student Success Program (SSP) Counselor “Your success is directly proportional to the number of lives you have touched for the better.” This quote by Vishwas Chavan sums up my philosophy for both my personal and professional life. I have worked with students throughout the Hudson Valley region for over 13 years to help … Read more
You’re probably familiar with major social networking sites like Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and Facebook. One other platform that you might hear about is LinkedIn. LinkedIn is possibly the most valuable of all the social networking sites when used correctly, as it focuses on something that young adults need when getting a job: connections in their … Read more
If you’re interested in technology and want to work in a field with great employment and financial opportunities, a Computer Science degree from SUNY Ulster may be for you! Computer Science students prepare for a variety of software related careers, including Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Game Design, Mobile Application Development, Web Development, and many others. … Read more
From March 9-17, 2019, a group of nine SUNY Ulster nursing students and alumni traveled to Durban, South Africa with Dr. Ellen Tangney, Associate Professor of Nursing, for a study abroad opportunity. While they were there, they visited fellow COIL collaborating students at Durban University of Technology (DUT), traveled to nearby health clinics, met traditional … Read more
If you dream of performing for the stage or screen, then obviously a Theatre degree is for you. But if your passion lies in writing, woodcraft, art, makeup, or anything else creative, really, then Theatre could be for you too! Students who receive a theatre degree are well equipped for a variety of jobs in … Read more
Both locally and nationally, today’s employers are now looking for candidates with more than a college degree. Employers are looking for personnel that have detailed credentials with a proven and tailored skill set to fit a specific job description. A combination of applied learning experiences, credentialing, and a quality degree stack the competencies needed for … Read more