News about SUNY Ulster & our Campus Community
July 7, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is proud to announce the promotion of three distinguished faculty whose dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service continues to strengthen the College’s academic programs and enrich the student experience. Penny Rifenburgh and Keri McArdle have both been promoted to the rank of Professor, the highest academic … Read more
June 18, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Dr. Diane Eynon, of Accord, and Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger and the Ulster County Legislature has appointed Tracey Bartels, of Gardiner, and reappointed Anna M. Brett, of Kingston, to the College’s Board of Trustees. Appointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul in December 2025, Dr. Eynon brings more … Read more
May 14, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster celebrates its students recognized for their academic achievements. Each of these individuals are pursuing careers in different fields and are on a successful path toward realizing their collegiate and personal goals. The SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence recognizes students for outstanding academic achievements, leadership, campus … Read more
87% of SUNY Ulster’s Class of 2026 Graduates Debt Free May 14, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – As SUNY Ulster prepares to celebrate its 62nd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 16, preliminary data shows that 87% of the college’s Class of 2026 completed their education debt free, a powerful reflection of SUNY Ulster’s commitment to affordability, … Read more
May 4, 2026 – Kingston, NY – Fifteen students successfully earned their General Educational Development (GED) certificates in a ceremony at the Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster on April 24, marking a significant academic achievement and opening new doors for their futures. Twelve of these graduates took part in a ceremony honoring their dedication, perseverance, and … Read more
April 29, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is excited to announce its lineup of Summer Youth Art Studios, offering hands-on creative experiences for young artists in a professional studio environment. These engaging programs invite students to explore new artistic techniques, develop skills, and bring their ideas to life under the guidance of experienced … Read more
April 28, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s newest club – The Filmmaking Club – will debut the Uncanny Ulster Film Premiere on Friday, May 1 at 5 p.m. in Quimby Theater on the Stone Ridge campus. The event is free and open to the public. This event will feature a selection of original short films … Read more
April 22, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – The Art Department at SUNY Ulster is proud to present the Spring 2026 Student Exhibition, “Years in the Making”, a dynamic showcase of original work by Fine Art/Visual Art and Fashion students. The exhibition will run from Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, May 16, concluding on Commencement Day. … Read more
April 22, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – Just in time for gardening season, the Ulster Garden Club presents the Elizabeth Gross Horticulture Lecture Series, featuring an engaging program, “Twelve Months of Garden Inspiration,” by renowned horticulturist Karl Gercens. Sponsored by the Ulster Garden Club, the lecture takes place on April 28 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. … Read more
April 16, 2026 – Stone Ridge, NY – To meet a soaring demand for versatile digital storytellers in the Hudson Valley, SUNY Ulster is launching a new Media & Performing Arts Associate in Applied Science degree. The interdisciplinary program is designed to move students directly into the local workforce or prepare them for transfer to four-year … Read more