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SUNY Ulster Nursing Program Vital Signs are Healthy with 100% NCLEX Pass Rate

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April 15, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster proudly announces that its most recent cohort of nursing students achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This achievement underscores SUNY Ulster’s success in preparing its students for this difficult test as well as for the demanding career of being a nurse.

For over 60 years, SUNY Ulster has kept up the highest caliber of teaching in the constantly evolving healthcare industry. From exceptional faculty and innovative curriculum to state of the art equipment and hands on learning students graduate into the workforce to provide critical care and support to community members. Students also receive on-site experience through our local hospitals.

“We are incredibly proud of our nursing graduates for their outstanding performance throughout their educational journey,” says Maria McCabe, department chair.  “Our commitment to training nurses who are not only clinically skilled but also have the ability to rise to whatever challenges may face them throughout their career is unwavering.”

In addition to the 100% NCLEX pass rate, the employment rate upon graduation is also 100%. Historically, the nursing pass rate was 95% in 2023 with 100% employment and 92.59% in 2022 with a 93% employment rate. SUNY Ulster has surpassed the 2024 NCLEX pass rate for New York State of 87.07% and 90.63% nationally.

“I applaud the work of our Nursing faculty in supporting the success of our students as they enter the workforce ready to serve residents in Ulster County and beyond in their critical role as nurses, touching the lives of their patients and communities,” Alison Buckley, Ed.D., President, SUNY Ulster.

For more details about SUNY Ulster’s nursing program, please visit https://bit.ly/ulsternursing.

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Spring Open House & Accepted Students Day, Saturday, April 26

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SUNY Ulster Holds Spring Open House and Accepted Students Day 2025 on Saturday, April 26

April 4, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster will host its 2025 Spring Open House and Accepted Students Day on the Stone Ridge campus on Saturday, April 26. Check-in starts at 8 a.m., followed by Welcome Addresses at 8:30 a.m. Scheduled sessions and tours will begin promptly at 9 a.m. and run through 1 p.m.

Attendees will learn about SUNY Ulster’s academic programs, student services, campus life, athletics, and more. They’ll also have the chance to attend a College Services Fair, an Academic Program Showcase presented by faculty, and a campus tour led by Student Admissions Ambassadors.

Demos and hands-on experiences will also be featured, including art portfolio reviews, a digital media lab and podcast studio tour, a music-making session, a nursing simulation, a robotics lab demo, and more.

Prospective students will also receive guidance from our Enrollment & Success Center Team and other Student Services professionals through the Admissions process, an overview of SUNY Ulster scholarships, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and other important foundational resources to ensure student success.

In addition to the above activities, accepted students beginning their studies in the Fall 2025 semester will also attend special sessions designed to help students prepare and transition to college. They will also have the opportunity to schedule appointments with an advisor for a later date.

Reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome for this event. Those who reserve their spot in advance will receive an individualized schedule for the day’s planned activities tailored to their interests and educational goals. A brunch buffet will be available at our college services fair and all guests will receive a discount on SUNY Ulster Spirit Wear in the campus bookstore.

To reserve your spot, visit sunyulster.edu/visit. For more information, please contact SUNY Ulster’s Enrollment & Success Center at admissions@sunyulster.edu or (845) 687-5022.

 

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Instant Admissions Week April 14 – 18

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SUNY Ulster Hosting Instant Admissions Week April 14 – 18

A Quick and Easy Way to Go From Application to Accepted & Enrolled on the Spot

 

April 2, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is hosting Instant Admissions Week from April 14-18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., where prospective students can apply, test, and register for the Fall 2025 semester—all in one day with assistance from Enrollment and Success Counselors. For anyone interested in attending SUNY Ulster in Fall 2025 this is a good opportunity to benefit from the hands-on experience of admissions representatives and others who can answer questions.

Attendees should bring their official, sealed high school transcript, original GED certificate or original IHIP Letter of Substantial Equivalency, and any official college transcript (if applicable). Participants will be guided through the entire process by admissions counselors. Financial aid reps will also be on hand to assist with the financial aid process.

Please note that most Ulster County High Schools will be closed for Spring Break during our Instant Admissions Week. Those planning to participate in Instant Admissions Week during April 14-18 are encouraged to plan ahead by ordering their official high school transcripts in advance. Participants can also order any official college transcripts in advance through their former college’s Registrar’s office. SUNY Ulster accepts official college transcripts electronically through Parchment and/or National Clearinghouse.

SUNY Ulster offers students over 60 academic programs that lead to either transfer to a four-year college or entry into the job market. To best help students afford college, the Ulster Community College Foundation awards $1 million in scholarships annually to entering, continuing, and transferring students.

Reservations for an Instant Admissions appointment are preferred but not required. REGISTER NOW!

For more information, contact the Enrollment & Success Center at esc@sunyulster.edu or 845-687-5022.

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SUNY Ulster Athletics Scores New Golf and Women’s Basketball Coaches

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March 10, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster and Athletics Director, Ryan Snair, announce Vinnie Manginelli as its new golf coach and Omar Morales as the new women’s basketball coach.

Vinnie Manginelli is a PGA of America Golf Professional and has coached the SUNY Ulster men’s and women’s golf team since 2016. He is a writer and editor for PGA Magazine, managing content for five of its digital publications. With more than two decades of golf coaching and instruction under his belt, Coach Manginelli looks forward to growing the SUNY Ulster golf program after several recent individual player and team successes. He holds a Master’s Degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University and is a member of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association.

 Omar Morales is a passionate basketball coach at SUNY Ulster, where he brings years of experience as both a player and coach to inspire the next generation of student athletes. A lifelong basketball player, he previously coached the women’s team at SUNY Ulster and was named 2019-20 Region XV Coach of the Year. In addition to his role as Head Basketball Coach at Ulster he currently serves as the Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach at New Paltz High School. A proud Hudson Valley native, Omar attended SUNY Ulster where he played basketball and baseball, later transferring to finish his academic studies at SUNY New Paltz. Coaching at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels has helped deepen his connection to the local community. He prides himself on developing relationships and connections with his players, helping to mentor and coach them as individuals, students, and as athletes. Outside of coaching, he enjoys playing a variety of sports and cherishes time with his four children.

 The golf team will begin practicing indoors soon with the first match taking place in April 2025. The women’s basketball season runs from October through March.                                                                     

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Vinnie Manginelli (left) Omar Morales (right)

Invitation for Prospective Students and Families to attend Winter/Spring Info Sessions

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SUNY Ulster Invites Prospective Students and Families to Learn About Programs and Services at Winter/Spring Info Sessions

January 15, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster invites all community members interested in earning a college degree or gaining career training to attend one or more of our winter and spring Info Sessions.

These Info Sessions are a great way to learn about the many programs offered at the college, financial aid and scholarships, and support services. Participants will also tour the campus and meet faculty and staff. Upcoming events include:

General Admissions Info Sessions run from 4-5 p.m. and will be held on:

  • Wednesday, February 5
  • Wednesday, March 12
  • Wednesday, April 2

Nursing Info Sessions take place at 4 p.m.

  • Thursday, February 20
  • Tuesday, February 25 (Virtual)

Veterinary Technology Info Sessions take place at 4 p.m.

  • Tuesday, January 28
  • Tuesday, March 11

Police Academy will hold a mandatory Info Session from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

  • Saturday, April 26 at the Kingston Center

Physical Agility Test: Tuesday, May 20 from 9:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Dietz Stadium

  • Campus Tour Tuesday: Scheduled on select Tuesdays at 3 p.m.

All info sessions require attendees to sign up. Sign-up forms can be accessed on our website at sunyulster.edu/visit. For more information or questions, please email esc@sunyulster.edu or call (845) 687-5022.

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SUNY Ulster Holds One Day, One Stop Enrollment Event in January to Fast-Track the Registration Process

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Classes Begin Monday, January 27, 2025

January 6, 2025 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s Enrollment & Success Center is gearing up for One Day, One Stop on Monday, January 13, and Wednesday, January 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Stone Ridge campus and on Thursday, January 23 from noon to 7 p.m. at the Kingston Center to ensure that all who want to start classes this spring can finalize the admissions process with the guidance of experienced staff. Classes begin Monday, January 27.

No matter where people are in the admissions process, SUNY Ulster staff is mobilizing to help you fill out admissions and FAFSA applications, take the entering assessment exam, and register for classes. For those planning to attend, if you have not submitted your official documents, please bring:

  • Official high school transcript in its original sealed envelope, GED certificate or IHIP Letter of Substantial Equivalency
  • Any official college transcripts in its original sealed envelope

Reservations for January 13, January 15, and January 23 are recommended, but not required. Walk-ins are welcome! There is one snow date on Friday, January 24 in Stone Ridge.

SUNY Ulster remains one of the smartest ways to gain a college degree, certificate, or microcredential. For those concerned about affordability, our Foundation awards $1 million in scholarships annually and many career certifications are grant-funded, covering all or most of the cost of attendance.

For more information, contact the Enrollment & Success Center at esc@sunyulster.edu or 845-687-5022.

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Students Inducted into The Alpha Rho Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

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SUNY Ulster Students Inducted into The Alpha Rho Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for Community College

 December 17, 2024 – Stone Ridge – The Alpha Rho Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa hosted its 2024 Induction Ceremony in the College Lounge at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024. SUNY Ulster’s Alpha Rho Delta Chapter is the International honor society for community college students. Membership is lifelong and offers numerous benefits including scholarships, letters of recommendation, and recognition of academic prestige. SUNY Ulster would like to congratulate all newly inducted members listed below.

  • Bearsville:  Navah McElroy.
  • Bloomington:  Joseph Walsh.
  • Boiceville:  Delilah Smith.
  • Cairo:  Mary Casella.
  • Cottekill:  Melissa Frumenti.
  • Fleischmanns:  Linetth Garcia Leal.
  • Gardiner:  Jordan Delano, David Velasquez Sierra.
  • Glasco:  Amilya Bull.
  • High Falls:  Jasmine Maschotta-Edwards.
  • Highland:  Gabriella Acosta, Anastasios Bakatsias, Lawrence Dahowski.
  • Hurley:  Beth Alden, Angie Hernandez, Apollo Liewa.
  • Kerhonkson:  Ella Drouin, Yana Pylypiv, David Santillo, Isabella Shaw.
  • Kingston:  Aina Anjum, Jayden Berard, Elizabeth Chase, Madelyn Chiera, Imari Harris, Helaisha Hernandez Vega, Madelyn Nelson, Camila Ortiz Lopez, Julia Palmer.
  • Lake Katrine:  Takudzwa Muhomba, Chavvah Zietz.
  • Marlboro:  Asif Arakhan.
  • New Paltz:  Luca Acquaviva, Riley Hubler, Ali Khalil, Melissa Nieves.
  • Olivebridge:  John Kurz.
  • Pine Bush:  Jeffrey Lang.
  • Port Ewen:  Mirabella Hannigan, Satin Martin.
  • Red Hook:  Joe Alveira, Lillian Carey.
  • Saugerties:  Sophia Pannitti.
  • Shokan:  Haileyjade Frisenda.
  • Ulster Park:  Paige Richter.
  • Wallkill:  Chloe Canal, Justin Sprankle.
  • Washingtonville:  Kav Sridhar.
  • West Hurley:  Nathan Lonstein.
  • Woodstock:  Justin Klare.
  • Wurtsboro:  Hailey Murphy.

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SUNY Ulster Holds Instant Admissions Week December 2-6

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Instant Admissions Week

A Quick and Easy Way to Go From Application to Accepted & Enrolled on the Spot

November 18, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is holding an Instant Admissions Week from December 2 through December 6 from 10 am to 4 pm to provide the community with a convenient way to complete all the admissions steps needed for enrollment in just one day.  For anyone interested in attending SUNY Ulster in Spring 2025 or next Fall 2025, this is a good opportunity to benefit from the hands-on experience of admissions representatives and others who can answer questions.

Attendees should bring their official, sealed high school transcript, original GED certificate or original IHIP Letter of Substantial Equivalency, and any official college transcript (if applicable). Participants will be guided through the entire process by admissions counselors. Financial aid reps will also be on hand to assist with the financial aid process.

SUNY Ulster offers students over 60 academic programs that lead to either transfer to a four-year college or entry into the job market. To best help students afford college, the Ulster Community College Foundation awards $1 million in scholarships annually to entering, continuing, and transferring students.

Reservations for an Instant Admissions appointment are preferred but not required. Visit https://delivr.com/2sydc to register.

For more information, contact the Enrollment & Success Center at esc@sunyulster.edu or 845-687-5022.

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SUNY Ulster Invites the Community to Attend November & December Info Sessions

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 October 24, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster invites all community members who are interested in earning a college degree or career training to attend one or more of our November & December Info Sessions.

These Info Sessions are a great way to learn about the many programs being offered at the college, learn about financial aid and scholarships, tour the campus, and meet faculty and staff. Upcoming events include:

  • General Admissions Info Sessions: Wednesday, November 6 & Wednesday, December 4 at 4 p.m.
  • Veterinary Technology: Tuesday, November 12 at 4 p.m.

Discover SUNY Ulster Days are presented by both faculty and admissions representatives. Each one runs from 4-6 p.m.

  • Criminal Justice & Human Services: Thursday, November 7
  • Computer Science & Network Administration: Tuesday, November 12
  • Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing: Wednesday, November 13
  • Math & Sciences: Thursday, November 14
  • Environmental Studies & Biology: Wednesday, November 20

Campus Tour Tuesdays: Scheduled on select Tuesdays at 3 p.m.

All info sessions require attendees to sign up.  For more information or if you have questions, please email the Enrollment & Success Center or call (845) 687-5022.

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SUNY Ulster Schedules Info Sessions for Prospective Students and Families 

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September 16, 2024 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster invites all community members who are interested in earning a college degree or career training to attend one or more of our Fall Info Sessions.

 These Info Sessions are a great way to learn about the many programs being offered at the college, learn about financial aid and scholarships, tour the campus, and meet faculty and staff. Upcoming events include:

  • Nursing Info Session: September 26 at 4 pm
  • Vet Tech Info Session: October 8 at 4 pm
  • Police Academy Info Session: October 12 at 10 am. This info session is mandatory for anyone looking to enroll in the next Police Academy which starts on January 4.
  • General Admissions Info Session: October 16 at 4 pm

Discover SUNY Ulster Days are presented by both faculty and admissions representatives.

  • Elementary & Secondary Education: October 23 at 4 pm
  • The Arts: October 23 at 4 pm
  • Business & Professional Studies: October 30 at 4 pm

Campus Tour Tuesdays: Scheduled on select Tuesdays at 3 pm.

All info sessions require attendees to sign up. Sign-up forms can be accessed on our website at sunyulster.edu/visit. For more information or if you have questions, please email esc@sunyulster.edu or call (845) 687-5022.

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