Deborah Kaufman

Alumni Art Exhibit – Call for Artists

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The Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery is pleased to present a celebration of work by our valued alumni.


June 26 – July 24
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 11 am – 3 pm

Calendar

  • Exhibition Dates: Thurs. June 26 – Thurs. July 24
  • Submission Deadline: Fri. May 16
  • Delivery of Artwork: Mon. June 2 & Weds. June 4 Noon – 5 pm
  • Opening Reception: Thurs. June 26, 4-6 pm
  • Pick up/Return of Artwork: July 28, 29, 30

Call for Entry

The Department of Fine and Visual Art and the SUNY Ulster Foundation invites all SUNY Ulster alumni to submit work to be included in the 2025 Alumni Exhibition. Alumni can submit up to three pieces for consideration.  All artwork must be original and all media are acceptable.

Eligibility

Open to all SUNY Ulster alumni. Works must be completed after graduation, preferably within the last three years. Artwork may be 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, video-based, or installation/site-specific.

Entry to this exhibition implies agreement on the part of the sender to the conditions set forth in this prospectus.

Media/Specifications

All work accepted for the show must be ready to hang, be self-supporting on a pedestal or the floor, be prepared for viewing on a monitor, or be ready for display in another specified manner.

Three-dimensional or installation work may include up to 2 additional detail images. Artists submitting video artwork must submit a 5 minute clip of the video for review. Potential final acceptance of video work will be determined after viewing the full video.

Submission Format

  • All works must be submitted in .jpg format.
  • Submissions will be accepted online only; any submitted work that differs from the digital entry guidelines below may be disqualified.
  • All image files must be named exactly as follows: Lastname_Firstname_Titleofwork.jpg
  • IMPORTANT: The names of your image files must not contain spaces or special characters ( – / . # etc). Underscores _ are fine.
  • Files must be 72 dpi and no more than 600 pixels on its largest side
  • Email files to: Gallery@sunyulster.edu Please include “Alumni Exhibition” in your subject line.

Delivery of Work

Selected artists are requested to provide a current artist statement to accompany exhibited artwork addressing where you are in your career. Additionally, selected artists are requested to provide information for promotion (3 images, contact information, website, and social media contact).

Accepted work may be delivered in person or shipped postage paid by the artist in appropriate packaging for artwork that is reusable upon return shipment.

Deliver or ship work to arrive between June 2 and 4 to:

SUNY Ulster Community College,
℅ Muroff-Kotler Gallery,
491 Cottekill Rd,
Stone Ridge, NY 12484

  • Shipped artwork will be returned in the packing that it arrives in and must contain information (prepaid shipping label…) for return
  • All artists/lenders are responsible for transportation of the work to and from SUNY Ulster
  • C.O.D. deliveries will not be accepted
  • PLEASE: NO PACKING POPCORN

Presentation

Wall-mounted work: Not to exceed 5’ in height or width, and 60 lbs.

Installations: May not alter the character of gallery walls, ceiling or floor.

Pedestals will be provided for 3-D work.

All works must be ready to install. 2-D work must be framed under plexiglass or glass (with exception of works on canvas) and wired with the necessary hanging device attached. Unframed works should be shipped with the appropriate hanging equipment and installation instructions.

The juror or Program Coordinator may withhold works that are misrepresented by digital submission or that are not adequately prepared for display.

SUNY Ulster Alumna Carly Serro-Masula, RN, BSN

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Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is proud to highlight the exceptional contributions of Carly Serro-Masula, a dedicated registered nurse who exemplifies the core values of compassion and professionalism in nursing. Specializing in pre-surgical testing, med-surgical nursing, telemetry, and working in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Carly plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and recovery of her patients.

“What I love most about being a nurse is being directly involved in care that makes a difference in a patient’s overall well-being,” Carly states. “I love that feeling of knowing I helped a patient with their recovery. The initial moments of waking up from surgery can be frightening for a patient, and knowing I helped ease their pain and/or anxiety is what I love most about being a nurse!” Her heartfelt dedication to her patients is evident in her daily interactions, where she strives to create a comforting and reassuring environment for those in her care.

Carly’s journey in nursing began with a strong educational foundation. She graduated from Saugerties Senior High School in 2015 and pursued her Associate of Science in Registered Nursing at SUNY Ulster, which she completed in 2019. Her academic excellence continued as she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Empire State University in 2021, graduating Summa Cum Laude. During her time in school, Carly actively engaged with her peers as a member of the Student Nurses Association and served as the Treasurer of the SUNY Ulster Nursing Club, showcasing her leadership skills and commitment to the nursing profession. She then continued to showcase these leadership skills by becoming the Student Ambassador for the Nursing and Allied Health Program at SUNY Empire. Committing to this role virtually during the COVID-19 Pandemic only highlights how much she goes above and beyond as a nurse.

Carly’s achievements and success in nursing are driven by her profound passion for helping others, her unwavering commitment to patient care and safety, and her pursuit of continuous education. She embraces challenges as opportunities for growth, consistently seeking to enhance the quality of care provided to her community. Her expertise and compassionate approach make her a valuable asset in the healthcare field, where she works tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care.

As HSS continues to uphold its reputation for excellence in patient care, nurses like Carly Serro-Masula are at the forefront, making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families every day.

Barbara Reer Named 2024 Council of Industry Manufacturing Champion

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Portrait of Barbara Reer

Barbara Reer, SUNY Ulster Assistant Dean for Workforce, Career Development, and Apprenticeship Initiatives Named 2024 Council of Industry Manufacturing Champion

May 8, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is proud to announce that Assistant Dean, Barbara Reer, has been named a 2024 Council of Industry Manufacturing Champion at their annual Awards Breakfast & Workforce Developers Expo. The Manufacturing Champions Award recognizes individuals who have helped make it possible for Hudson Valley manufacturers and employees to prosper by helping to overcome industry challenges.

Ms. Reer has spent over 20 years creating pathways to careers in manufacturing, clean technology, business, and health-related fields at SUNY Ulster. In this capacity, she creates training programs, secures grants, and develops stackable microcredentials that help students build careers that pay a living wage. Through a recent SUNY Apprenticeship Grant she secured, registered apprentices have the opportunity to take up to $5,000 worth of trade courses for free. For students who are not yet at an apprenticeship level, she received funding for a Pre-Apprentice program which awards $500 for courses.

“What I enjoy most about this job is working with the students and helping them face their challenges”, says Reer. “Sometimes we get students who tried college a long time ago and it didn’t work out for them, but now they’re coming back and discovering that with the right career pathway, they can succeed.”

Barbara Reer serves on the SUNY Ulster Business Advisory Council and the CUNY/SUNY Clean Jobs Consortium, among others. She is the recipient of the 2019 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service and the 2019 Krembs Family Innovation Award. And, her current work includes creating programs sensitive to the training needs of those in the community with autism spectrum disorders who wish to further their education at a community college.

The Council of Industry is a not-for-profit organization promoting the success of member firms within the manufacturing sector and their employees whose work contributes to the success of the Hudson Valley community.

If interested in learning more about SUNY Ulster’s advanced manufacturing or other workforce programs, contact Barbara Reer at reerb@sunyulster.edu or visit sunyulster.edu/ce.

SUNY Ulster Holds May Fine Art and Fashion Design Student Exhibitions

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SUNY Ulster Press Release

April 29, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – Students from the Fine Art: Visual Art and Fashion Design programs of SUNY Ulster will hold exhibitions of their work on the Stone Ridge campus. The exhibition will run from Friday, May 3 through Tuesday, May 21. Both openings will be held on May 3. The Fine Art opening will run from 4-6 pm in the Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery. The Fashion Exhibition will run from 6-7:30 pm in the Quimby Theater.

The Fine Art/Visual Art Exhibition will feature work from various art courses including Drawing andRed and Orange textured painting detail Composition II, Painting, Printmaking, Watercolor, Intro to Drawing, Photography, Intro to Design Foundations, Dimensional Design, and Digital Visual Narrative.

The Fashion Design exhibition will feature work from sophomore students and include a runway segment. In addition to the show, the student designers will be available to talk about their pieces and portfolios.

SUNY Ulster’s art programs provide students with foundation courses and career skills, taught by faculty who are working professionals in their fields. Students learn artistic, technical, and theoretical skills in addition to general education courses that prepare them for transfer to complete their four-year degree or enter the job market. Many of SUNY Ulster’s art graduates transfer to top art colleges such as Fashion Institute of Technology, School of Visual Arts, SUNY New Paltz, and more.

Female student hand sewing a garmentBoth events are free and open to the public. For more information on the Student Art Exhibition, contact Chris Seubert at seubertc@sunyulster.edu. For more information on the Fashion Exhibition, contact Lisa Anderson at andersol@sunyulster.edu.

SUNY Ulster Students Plant Wire Sculptures Among Tulips for Mohonk’s Annual Tulip Festival

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SUNY Ulster Press Release

 May 1, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – Mohonk Mountain House’s overnight and day guests will find a whimsical surprise when visiting the tulip garden, floral wire sculptures created by SUNY Ulster students have been planted among the real tulips. The tulip festival at Mohonk Mountain House runs from April 29 through May 10.

SUNY Ulster’s Art Club student members, advised by Chris Seubert, Associate Professor and Coordinator ofWire flower installed among Mohonk Mountain House Tulips the Fine Art: Visual Arts department created the wire sculptures. It is the third year SUNY Ulster has created art to enhance the 20,000 colorful spring tulip display. This year’s wire sculptures are flowers. Past years have included insects such as dragonflies.

SUNY Ulster’s art department is an inspirational choice for students looking to explore their personal passion, hone their skills in many mediums, and prepare for transfer to a four-year college or university to gain their Bachelor’s degree. SUNY Ulster students have transferred as juniors to colleges such as Pratt Institute, the School of Visual Arts (SVA), SUNY New Paltz, and Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT).

10 Tips from a 2nd Year Student That I Wished I Knew as a First Year

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  1. Create a good rapport with your professors; it makes classes more enjoyable that way.

  2. The website you use for your assignments may take a bit to learn, but once you do it a few times it becomes easier to navigate.

  3. Ask your professors about clubs. There might be a few that are not in session but could start up again if it gains enough following.

  4. Your professors are here to help so don’t be afraid to email them questions. It can be a problem when professors don’t email back, if that happens don’t be afraid to speak out and ask other professors for help.

  5. If you have a scholarship like the College Scholar’s Scholarship it may not take effect and pay for your tuition until after you start classes. Keep up to date with its processing but know that you might miss the tuition due date.

  6. Don’t be afraid to talk to your fellow classmates, even if they might not be the same age as you.

  7. Take the class that you’re on the edge about taking because even if you don’t like it you will ultimately learn something from that experience.

  8. Everyone here regardless of what department they’re in will try and help you to the best of their ability –  whether they can help you directly or point you to the correct department.

  9. There is a place called the “Zen Den” where students can relax in a calm environment with access to amenities provided there.

  10. Put the public safety office’s phone number on your phone. This campus is pretty safe and I have never had a problem. This is just in case something ever did happen, you’ll have a direct line to help. 

SUNY Ulster Celebrates Pi Day!

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Professor Albertini at the blackboard

March 14 marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi which was founded in 1988 by physicist Larry Shaw. March 14 was selected because the numeral date (3.14) represents the first three digits of pi and it also happens to be Albert Einstein’s birthday-the perfect pi-incidence.

One of the reasons Pi is special is because it’s involved in many common formulae, such as the area of a circle (Pi*r^3) and the value of a sphere (4/3 Pi*r^3). From an early age, we learn that for any circle with radius r and diameter d=2r, the circumference is Pi*d and the area is Pi*r^2.

Pi Day With Professor Jules Albertini

At SUNY Ulster, Pi Day is Professor Jules Albertini and his students’ favorite day. “All those that appreciate any level of mathematics and science love the number Pi. Even though, no matter how hard we try, we can only ‘taste’ a finite piece of it. I am so happy that our culture celebrates such a useful and mysterious number (even with the constant irrational behavior!), says Professor Albertini. Have fun watching Jules on Pi Day!

Fun Ways to Celebrate Pi Day

  • Eat Pi Foods: A celebration without food is not a celebration. On this day, have students eat foods that start with “Pi”. Pizza and pineapples, or pineapples on the top of the pizza are other examples of Pi foods.
  • Bake Pies: Have students bake pies in the shape of the pi symbol. If you are not much of a baker, don’t worry. An ugly pie can still be an edible pie. A few ideas include mini pi-shaped pies, pi-shaped turnovers, and baking a pizza pie with pepperoni in the shape of the pie symbol.
  • Classroom Pi Day Workout: After consuming all that Pi-shaped food, a workout to burn off some calories may not be a bad idea. So start with the number three and work your way through the digits of Pi.
  • Pi Day Scavenger Hunt: Have a scavenger hunt by hiding Pi-related clues around the school and allowing students to search for them. Clues can be 3 markers, 1 notebook, 4 folders.
  • The Form of Pi: Have the students line up outside in a field or oval. The students should form the Pi symbol. Take an overhead of it. This can be a great Pi day event.
  • Pi Contests: Hold a relay race that requires students to run from station to station. In order to proceed, they must answer a piece of Pi trivia. Another idea is to have a contest to see how many words can be made that start with ‘Pi’. The winner can take home an actual pie.
  • Hold a Pi Day Run: It’s a great way to get your community involved in the celebration. Be sure that the run is 3.14 miles in that there is a prize for the winner. Prizes can include a few pies and a medal of some sort that represents Pi day.

How Did We Come to Celebrate Pi Day?

In 1988, the earliest known or large-scale celebration of Pi Day was organized by Larry Shaw at the San Francisco Exploratorium where Shaw worked as a physicist, with staff and public marching around one of its circular spaces, then consuming fruit pies. And, the Exploratorium continues to hold Pi Day celebrations.

On March 12, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a non-binding resolution (111 H. Res. 224), recognizing March 14, 2009, as National Pi Day.

The entire month of March 2014 (3/14) was observed by some as ‘Pi Month’. In 2015, March 14 was celebrated as “Super Pi Day”. It had special significance as the date is written as 3/14/15 in month/day/year format. At 9;26;53, the date and time together represented the first 10 digits of Pi, and later that second Pi instant represented all of Pi digits.

Go eat some Pi today!

 

 

 

SUNY Ulster’s Mid-Hudson Small Business Development Center Exceeds Goals in Helping Regional Business Thrive

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The Mid-Hudson Small Business Development Center (SBDC) continues to champion the needs of regional businesses, exceeding annual performance goals set by the Small Business Administration (SBA) in helping businesses launch, grow, and gain resilience.

In a year of turmoil for businesses because of the impact of COVID-19, SBDC served well over 1,100 clients, almost double their goal of 680. For many of these small businesses, SBDC business advisors aided clients in their understanding of and application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds or Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) to keep their businesses afloat and employees paid during the pandemic.

Under SBDC guidance, clients were able to attain $27.4 million in funding for their ventures, about half of which were for COVID-related SBA help. The remaining funding is attributed to fulfilling normative business start-up or growth needs such as equipment, technology, or personnel. The $27.4 million in funding exceeds their goal by $6.4 million.

The top three industries that comprised SBDC’s clientele this past year are hospitality and food services, manufacturing, and retail. In addition, SBDC values diversity, equity, and inclusion serving a diverse population of regional clients with 13% of clients African American and 10% Latino. Every client is asked by the State to submit an evaluation of services received. SBDC achieved a 96% satisfaction rate.

Portrait of Arnaldo SehwerertArnaldo Sehwerert, Regional Director shares, “SBDC’s free business counseling services has provided much needed support to local entrepreneurs for 35 years, during good and bad times. And, SUNY Ulster continues to assist in this contribution to the wellness of the local economy.”

The Mid-Hudson SBDC has a long-standing track record of providing exemplary work on behalf of clients. Three business advisors from the chapter were nominated for Counselor of the Year including Sam Kandel, Cathy Terrizi, and Cynthia Clune. Sam Kandel, who has been a business advisor with SBDC for over 18 years and is the highest awarded SBDC counselor in New York State was named Counselor of the Year.

Sam Kandel’s client, Pine Ridge Dude Ranch, was awarded SBDC Tourism Business of the Year. Mike Offner, who took ownership of the ranch after its owner passed away suddenly worked closely with employees to bring the ranch back to life under the guidance of SBDC’s Sam Kandel. Sam Kandel notes, “Serving the needs of the small business community in Ulster County is a distinct honor.  What we at the SBDC invest in time and energy with our clients, the community gets back in spades with investment, job creation, and economic prosperity.”

SBDC provides business counseling services free of charge to start-up and existing businesses. A joint venture between SUNY and the SBA, the Mid-Hudson chapter serves Ulster, Sullivan, Orange, Greene, Delaware, and Dutchess counties. Since their inception in 1985, their expert advisors have worked directly with more than 20,000 regional businesses, helping them to invest $716,870,750 in the area’s economy, and create or save 21,143 jobs.

The Mid-Hudson SBDC is located in Kingston at the Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster on Mary’s Ave. Visit the SBDC website, send an email, or call (845) 802-9150 to learn more about how SBDC can help you start or grow your business.

              November 24, 2020 – Stone Ridge, NY

 

Meet FYE Instructor Sandra Wisor

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Hi, my name is Professor Sandra Wisor and I am an adjunct college professor for several college campuses. In 2019, I applied to SUNY Ulster to teach technology for Hudson Link For Higher Education in Prisons. This decision has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Because of the connections I made there with other college professors, they, in turn, recommended me to teach other courses.

First Year Experience (FYE) is a course for new students to learn to transition to being a college student. Whether the student is a teenager or an older adult this course helps students build the necessary knowledge about Suny Ulster and its educational community. Some of the topics and tips covered are culture, diversity, inclusion, note-taking, planning, studying, time-management, technology, and other academic skills. This course helps students discover positive ways to successfully overcome the difficulties of college life.

I also teach FYE 101, in a distant learning format through the mail, so that Hudson Link’s students can learn how to get used to what educational expectations are required in order to gain an Associate’s degree. Hudson Link students are very dedicated creative writers and many are taking a full course load. Hudson Link’s college program helps to reduce the recidivism rate in NYS Correctional Facilities. This educational partnership gives Hudson Link’s students hope for a brighter future when released.

SUNY Ulster is a great place to start one’s education in order to go far. Their vision and mission shows their dedication to help students not to just survive college but to thrive and succeed in life. My motto is “Education Matters!” and everyone deserves the same opportunity to gain a college education. So, why not consider starting today?

Funds for Ulster Students!

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Two avenues for getting help paying for college-related expenses include the CARES Act and SUNY Pathways Scholars. Do you qualify?

SUNY Pathways Scholars Award

 2020 High School Grads: Did you graduate with an 80% or higher average? Are you planning to go to a SUNY Four-year to pursue your Bachelor’s? If so, you could be awarded up to $1500 for completing your degree in two years at SUNY Ulster!

To find out more about the SUNY Pathways Scholars Program, follow the easy Admissions steps. During your registration appointment ask about the SUNY Pathways Scholars Program!

 CARES Act Emergency Funding

SUNY Ulster students who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak can now access up to $1100 in emergency funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Funding is now available through the Financial Aid office to assist students with expenses related to disruptions to their education due to the pandemic.  Funds include eligible expenses under a student’s cost of attendance such as food, housing, course materials like books, technology, and healthcare, among other expenses.

The Enrollment & Success Center Can Help!

SUNY Ulster’s Enrollment & Success Center is ready to help you apply, register, and get all the funding you need to get started on your degree.

You can contact the SUNY Ulster Enrollment & Success Center at ESC@sunyulster.edu