Yes, You Should Go Back to College!

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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

How to Build a Great LinkedIn Profile

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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

New Customer Service Microcredential with Mohonk Mountain House

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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

Computer Science Students Develop Web Application for Vet Tech Program

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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

Noteworthy Keynote Address by Dr. Ray Raymond

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Dr. Ray Raymond has been a well-known professor at SUNY Ulster since 2005. He teaches government, politics, international relations, and American history. In addition, he is an adjunct professor of comparative politics and international relations at the US Military Academy. He is known for riveting lectures complete with an eloquent English air about them. Teaching … Read more

Free Tuition With the College Scholars Program

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Getting good grades in high school doesn’t just look good to colleges. It can also get you a free ride to SUNY Ulster with the College Scholars Program. Students who maintain a status in the top 10% of their high school class qualify for free tuition upon getting their diploma. College scholars have a significant … Read more

Meet the Kingston Center Enrollment and Success Team

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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

Why You Should Be Using LinkedIn

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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

Kickstart Your Tech Career with a Computer Science Degree

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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

4 Tips to Power Through Textbook Reading

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For most students, getting through that weekly textbook reading can be a real challenge. Believe it or not, there are a few ways to make that nonfiction assignment easier. Learning the ways to power through reading that can feel daunting or impossible is a great skill, a skill that is bound to follow you through … Read more