Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster Fall 2022 Open House on August 10 to Showcase In-Demand Career Programs

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SUNY Ulster Press Release

Kingston Center of SUNY Ulster Fall 2022 Open House on August 10 to Showcase In-Demand Career Programs

Modern Cut-and-Sew Program and Presentation on the History of Textile Manufacturing in the Hudson Valley Among Newest Offerings

July 27, 2022 – Kingston, NY – The Continuing and Professional Education department of SUNY Ulster is holding an Open House on August 10 from 4-7 pm. It will highlight many of the career programs and courses offered this fall including a new Cut and Sew microcredential.

The Cut and Sew program is ideal for those who want to start their own business or work for one of many Cut and Sew manufacturers in the Hudson Valley. Included will be a presentation by The Reher Center on their Kingston Sews display as well as a display by local Cut and Sew manufacturing company, Community Manufacturing Solutions.

The CNC Operator microcredential was created in response to the need for skilled CNC operators in the Hudson Valley. Working with The Arc Mid-Hudson, this program is inclusive of those in the community with Level I Autism. Comprised of two courses offered this fall: Fundamentals of Metrology and CNC Fundamentals, students will have the opportunity to earn a Haas Certification as well as the CNC Operator microcredential badge within only four months. Brian Healy, Director of Behavioral Health Services at the Arc Mid-Hudson will speak and answer questions that parents or students may have about the program.

NYSDOL registered apprentices and those already working in the manufacturing field can find out about courses to advance their careers.

CASAC instructor, Lisa Babb will present from 5-6 pm on the CASAC program starting this September. Included will be an overview of the course material and OASAS requirements to practice in NYS.

A free GED class will be held from 5-6 pm and again from 6-7 pm for those looking to try a class before registering.  Instructor Joann Dayton-Wolf will be available to answer questions about the program.

A free English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) class will be held from 5-6 pm and again from 6-7 pm for those who would like to sample a class before enrolling.

Many scholarships and grants are available to enable those in the community to train for a manufacturing career at little to no cost. Courses include CNC Programmer, CNC Operator, Advanced CNC, Fundamental Concepts of Metrology, Certified Production Technician, and Electrical Theory. Barbara Ann Livermore Reer, Assistant Dean for Workforce will be on hand to discuss scholarships and answer questions.

Program Coordinators will be on hand to assist potential students with questions on programs and registration for fall courses.

For more information, call the CE office at 845-339-2025.  To register for one of these info sessions, visit bit.ly/cefallinfosessions22.

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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 Alumni Add Innovative New Classes to Art Department Curriculum             

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June 23, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – Curatorial Studies and Music of the World are two new classes being introduced at SUNY Ulster for fall 2022. Taught by arts department alumni Allison Constant ‘09 and Paul Chambers ‘11, both courses provide an introduction to their topics with hands-on experience.

Curatorial Studies address all aspects of curating a contemporary art exhibition using the College’s Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery as the classroom. Local artists together with students will research, discuss, reflect, and analyze information and works of art. Students will participate in artist studio visits, image collection and management, exhibition planning and layout, promotion and social media, and the organization of an exhibiting arts lecture and educational programming for students and community members. Students will also visit local galleries, museums, and art events and engage with the local art community. The culmination of this class will be an exhibition in the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery.

Allison Constant graduated from SUNY Ulster with an Associate’s degree in Fine Arts/Visual Arts in 2009 and continued her studies at SUNY New Paltz where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree in both Painting and Drawing and Photography. She is the owner and founder of ARTBAR Gallery in Kingston where she has curated over 100 exhibitions. Allison loves the challenge of creating exhibits that are visually thoughtful with the viewers’ perspective in mind and is excited to share her skills and experiences as a curator and gallerist in the upcoming Curatorial Studies class.

Music of the World is an introduction to the concepts of ethnomusicology. It encompasses a range of musical styles from nonwestern regions of the world including Africa, East Asia, and the Middle East. An emphasis is placed on learning to perform and listen to various genres that will lead to an understanding of how music reflects influences from culture and society. Traditional instruments will be incorporated into the class as students learn to understand the cultural significance of music and how geography and historical events contribute to musical development.

Paul Chambers graduated from SUNY Ulster in 2011 with an Associate’s degree in Music. He then attained his Bachelor’s degree in music education and Master’s degree in percussion performance from SUNY Fredonia. In addition to his role as an adjunct instructor at SUNY Ulster, he is ensemble director of the championship-winning Arlington High School Marching Band and Winter Percussion Ensemble. He is in demand as a performer throughout the Hudson Valley in a variety of professional orchestras, musical theater organizations, and jazz ensembles, including principal positions with the Woodstock Symphony Orchestra and Woodstock Playhouse.

Other performance highlights include being selected as a member of the International Marimba Orchestra for the 2021 Percussive Arts Society International Convention. He won a position in the inaugural World Percussion Group of 2016, which is an ensemble, conceived to give wide-reaching exposure and experience to the most promising up-and-coming percussionists around the world. He is an avid performer, researcher, and clinician of traditional African music. He studied abroad in Ghana on three separate occasions and, in 2016, was awarded a Fulbright grant to document and study traditional music in South Africa. The resulting research is published in the academic journal, African Music.

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President’s and Dean’s Lists for Spring 2022

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June 21, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster releases its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester.

Full-Time President’s List

A total of 104 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Dr. Alan P. Roberts, President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 and higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Spring 2022 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Celeste Atkins, Connor Casey, Sophie McCarthy, Neva Suszczynski.
  • Amenia:  Rebecca Venezia.
  • Bloomington:  Rebecca Bradford.
  • Clifton Park:  Lance Eisele.
  • Cottekill:  Cali Kircher.
  • Ellenville:  Margaret Melanson, Jasmin Nunuvero, Janeliz Pellot-Hilerio, Jessica Yushuvayeva.
  • Flushing:  Kaja Deren.
  • Gardiner:  Brooke-Lynn Caso, Ariel Pazer.
  • Glasco:  Kylee Sullivan.
  • Goshen:  Michael Glick.
  • High Falls:  Lennon Bass, Hiroshi Sawka Hamaguchi.
  • Hudson:  Amanda Cuerbo.
  • Hurley:  Hannah Bear, Sarah Kiersted, Colter Mazur, Christina Osterhoudt, Nathaniel Parker, John Perry, Conner Quick.
  • Kerhonkson:  Jennifer Callan, Danny Fallaha, Berlin Koehler, Pavlo Mysak, James Thompson.
  • Kingston:  Jefferson Aguirre Urrutia, Megan Carpinelli, Kyra Hernandez, Gabrielle Keller, Mudasir Khan, Nina Milgrim, Hannah Ortman, Maruiam Razaque, Olivia Schmidt, Gabriella Sheth, Brandi Thomas, Madison Tuey, Jessica Whittle, Kaitlyn Zoller.
  • Lake Katrine:  Summer Donaldson, Mikyla Hough, Dominick Policastro.
  • Middletown:  Devon Pelton.
  • Mount Tremper:  Megan Sorbellini.
  • Napanoch:  Megan McGovern, Tessa Morris.
  • New Paltz:  Andrew Barrese, Shawn Becker, Alicia Hagen, Arianna Moore, Kelli Nielson, Ava Sarubbi, Andrew Sykut, Sarah Tanner, Maya Todd, Julia Whitworth.
  • Newburgh:  Jesus Martinez, Erik Sickler.
  • Olivebridge:  Cheyenne Newton.
  • Phillipsport:  Hannah Irwin.
  • Pine Bush:  Caterina Salazar, Lorelei Siegel.
  • Port Ewen:  Chase Deising, Matthew Wenzel.
  • Port Jervis:  Justin Drew.
  • Poughkeepsie:  Tierney Braden, Sierra Madison.
  • Rosendale:  Leah Dirks.
  • Saugerties:  Tiffany Appollonia, Meredith Becnel, Grace Donlan, Annika Fisher, Mary Kazolias, Seth Martin, Mateo Mercado, Ethan Montfort, Joshua Moon, Evan Olsen, Kaylie Quinn, Annike Rell, Susanna Svensson, Bryan Webber.
  • Shokan:  Catherine Stafford.
  • South Ozone Park:  Yasmeen Zaid.
  • South Richmond Hill:  Ayesha Ilyas, Maryam Ilyas.
  • Stone Ridge:  Michael Cisneros.
  • Tillson:  Austin Britten, Kaitlyn Curran, Devon Lanman.
  • Ulster Park:  Makayla Fryling, Georgia Johns, Natasha Wareham.
  • Wallkill:  Shana Hager, Yulissa Rosello.
  • West Hurley:  Brian Strenge.
  • Woodstock:  Asia Gross.

Part-Time President’s List

A total of 27 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the President’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Dr. Alan P. Roberts, President, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.75 or higher, plus other requirements.

The part-time Spring 2022 President’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Patrick Ruger.
  • Cottekill:  Ethan Koch, Gianna Koch.
  • Gardiner:  Caitlyn Saraceno.
  • High Falls:  Kate Larson.
  • Highland:  Ava Mazzetti.
  • Hopewell Junction:  Jennifer Elie, Melody Sanni-Thomas.
  • Hurley:  Thomasina Citron, Carol Ruffini.
  • Kerhonkson:  Catarina Lutin, Cassidy Shuman.
  • Kingston:  Heather Foster, Sadie Gordon, Kelsey Merrow, Jillian Pacheco, Julia Palmer, Heather Rubi.
  • Lake Katrine:  Linnea Detweiler.
  • Marlboro:  Dakota Wolff.
  • Rosendale:  Emily McDowell.
  • Saugerties:  Trevor Cashara, Gordon Vought.
  • Stone Ridge:  Amelia Capen.
  • Ulster Park:  Rileigh O’Brien.
  • Wallkill:  Vernon Parker.
  • West Hurley:  Meleah Danner.

Full-Time Dean’s List

 A total of 124 students who attended classes on a full-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester, reported Kevin R. Stoner, Vice-President for Academic Affairs, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The full-time Spring 2022 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Logan Erlwein, Alexandra Gil.
  • Averill Park:  Jordan Kennedy.
  • Beacon:  Nicholas Anzovino.
  • Bloomingburg:  Saige Mae Reisert.
  • Bloomington:  Alexandra Traina.
  • Brooklyn:  Jack Fernandez.
  • Cottekill:  Daniel Harkin.
  • Ellenville:  Sergio Gomez, Kyle Guiney, Douglas Lewis, Hasan Lewis, Jacquelyn Nunuvero, Henry Spencer, Renee Spencer.
  • Gardiner:  Avani Schmeltz.
  • Glasco:  Madison Suardy.
  • Glenford:  Grace Van Dyke.
  • Highland:  Austin DiValentino, Ashley Morrow, Samantha Wimberly.
  • Highland Mills:  Alice Rodriguez.
  • Hurley:  Travis Decker, Ana Homer.
  • Kerhonkson:  Italia DeGrote, Audrey Fitzmaurice, Cade Keil, Kendra Lake, Gillian Marcel.
  • Kingston:  Rowann Abosharr, Lea Avery, Robert Benson, Garrison Benz, Erika Berardi, Stacy Boice, Ashley Campbell, William Conner, Jillian DiToro, Alexander Dixon, Ryan Dixon, Cameron Drake, Honey Dugueles, Ashly Felter, Syndell Foster, Nicole Goins, Isabella Harrell, Jacobus Hockx, Vera Hrab, Sophia Kearney, Allen Kozlowski, Danny Martinez, Jared Mataraza, Hannah Mathe, Casey Ngo, Damian Nunez, Samantha Olson, David Osterhoudt, Elvira Rodriguez, Francis Sargenti, Ian Sickler, Ava Simonini, Enma Villacis.
  • Lake Katrine:  Brian Lopez, Collin Smith, Jonathan Traver.
  • Marlboro:  Cooper Ross.
  • Middletown:  Bruce Barclay, Samantha Maurizzio.
  • Millerton:  Tyrone Lawson.
  • Modena:  Karley Badner.
  • Mount Marion:  Justin Winkleman.
  • Napanoch:  Nicklos Alvarado.
  • New Paltz:  Peyton Goldleaf, Jason Harding, Alexander Hill, Mark LaBorde, Marann Langlois, Ethan Moskow, John Ritzel, Antonio Stevens, Sophie Sullivan.
  • New Windsor:  Jacqueline Hernandez, Geovanni Villalon Conejo.
  • Olivebridge:  John Kurz, Chasity Wilber.
  • Port Jervis:  Justin Morgan.
  • Red Hook:  Jenna Coddington.
  • Ruby:  Bre-ann Versace-Amoresano.
  • Saugerties:  Cameron Bark, Joann Bathrick, Dudley Fyffe, Crystal Gerace, Jackson Hindes, Santosh Magar, Riley Merritt, John Monaghan, Nicole Moorhus, Theodore Morrow, Ava Salem, Kerstyn Shultis, Evan Sullivan, Kasey Thomas, Derek White.
  • Shandaken:  Samantha Berryann.
  • Staatsburg:  Damien Hurn.
  • Stone Ridge:  Felicia Legge, Margaret Priest.
  • Tillson:  Logan Volk.
  • Tivoli:  Jessica Perry.
  • Ulster Park:  Colin Secore.
  • Walden:  Trysta Riggins.
  • Wallkill:  Daniel Matthews, Aidan McCartney, Jermaine Page, Malvin Rivas, Willie Smith.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Alexandria Natonio.
  • West Hurley:  Julia Flamenhaft, Stella Trent.
  • Woodstock:  Joandino Celedon, Greta Gottardello, Sonny Luchmee.
  • Wurtsboro:  Caroline Duran.
  • Wynantskill:  Brian Chapple. 

Part-Time Dean’s List

A total of 47 students who attended classes on a part-time basis at SUNY Ulster have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, reported Kevin R. Stoner, Vice-President for Academic Affairs, SUNY Ulster.

The list, compiled each semester, is comprised of students whose final average for the period of all courses taken is at least 3.30 or higher, plus other requirements.

The part-time Spring 2022 Dean’s List, by area, is as follows:

  • Accord:  Daniel Milov.
  • Clintondale:  Lukas Magee.
  • Cuddebackville:  Amber Martine.
  • East Greenbush:  Heather DeRosa.
  • Ellenville:  Ireland Travis.
  • Highland:  Riya Shenoy.
  • Hurley:  Murphy-Kate Longendyke.
  • Kerhonkson:  Jessica Broekema, Laura Heath.
  • Kingston:  Shaina Blas, Tracy-Ann Daley, Colleen Ferry, Angelica Hall, Mason Mac Isaac, Juan Neri-Ramos, Catherine Ray.
  • Lake Katrine:  Olivia Hoben, Krystal Schlanger.
  • Massapequa Park:  Jack Murphy.
  • Modena:  Kyle Merritt, Georgia Sprauer.
  • Monroe:  Thomas Gomez.
  • Monticello:  Scott Brett.
  • Napanoch:  Ashley McQuillan.
  • New Paltz:  Mallory Fromm, Cynthia Glynn-Dindial, Jeremy Warg, Abraham Wiedenkeller.
  • Newburgh:  Aliza Astacio, Mya Mills.
  • Pine Bush:  Brianna Eagan.
  • Port Jervis:  Natalie Hayes.
  • Red Hook:  Kelly Schloemer.
  • Rosendale:  Drebra Sterling.
  • Saugerties:  Noah Doyne, Jarod Ferran, Goldie Gayne, Sierra Ovel.
  • Shandaken:  Isabelle Helm.
  • Shokan:  Asher Mapstone.
  • Stone Ridge:  Liam Rosakranse.
  • Ulster Park:  Aneesa Pettway.
  • Wallkill:  Mark Crowder, Carlos Graves, Antonio Morales, Joseph Patterson.
  • Wappingers Falls:  Yanire Mozzone-Wickers.

ALISON BUCKLEY, ED.D. NAMED SUNY ULSTER PRESIDENT

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ALISON BUCKLEY, ED.D. NAMED SUNY ULSTER PRESIDENT

The SUNY Ulster Board of Trustees has named Alison Buckley, Ed.D. as the College’s seventh president, according to Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Alan Lomita.  The announcement follows confirmation by the State University of New York Board of Trustees at its monthly meeting held today.  Buckley will assume the helm of the 59 year-old college after Dr. Alan P. Roberts retires at the end of July after seven years as president. During Roberts’ tenure, he established the President’s Challenge Scholarship program with the College’s Foundation, and due to the many contributions of faculty and staff, SUNY Ulster was named the #1 Community College in New York State for two consecutive years in a row (2020 and 2021) by BestColleges.com.

Buckley is currently Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Connecticut State Community Colleges in New Britain, CT. In this role, she is responsible for establishing the strategic enrollment management direction for the state’s community colleges and also leads the reform efforts for student affairs to ensure all community college students, regardless of location, have the support and resources needed to be successful.  She previously served as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services at Howard Community College in Columbia, MD. During her tenure, Howard was consistently recognized for best practices in the field of enrollment management and had the strongest enrollment among Maryland’s community colleges.

Dr. Buckley earned a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership Studies from Northeastern University in Boston, MA; a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland, College Park in College Park, MD; a Master of Philosophy in Women’s Studies from the University of Dublin, Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland; a Master of Arts in History and a postgraduate certificate in museum studies from the University of Delaware in Newark, DE; and a Bachelor of Arts in Classics and History from Randolph College in Lynchburg, VA.

Chair of the Presidential Search Committee and SUNY Ulster Vice Chair, Deborah Briggs says, “Dr. Buckley brings a focus on student success and a track record in enrollment management, with over 20 years of experience in both college and university settings in executive leadership, enrollment management, marketing, recruitment, and program and budget management, which is vital as we enter the next chapter of SUNY Ulster’s commitment to serving students and the community.”

“Dr. Buckley’s expertise comes at a critically important time in the landscape of community colleges, which are rapidly evolving due to the unprecedented challenges as a result of COVID-19 abound with many opportunities to offer new and traditional programs that provide career, transfer, and economic development opportunities to the region,” said Chairman of the SUNY Ulster Board of Trustees, Alan Lomita.

“Dr. Buckley has incredible leadership qualities and an unwavering belief in the importance of community colleges and how they can propel students to further educational opportunities and successful careers,” said Interim Chancellor Stanley. “We trust Dr. Buckley will apply her knowledge and aptitude to her presidency and strive to push equity and inclusion efforts in all decision-making at SUNY Ulster. Many thanks to SUNY Ulster’s Board of Trustees and the search committee for bringing forth such a stellar candidate and to President Alan Roberts for his dedicated service to the SUNY Ulster community since 2015.”

Incoming President Dr. Buckley said, “Community colleges are well-positioned to set students on a trajectory for higher education, and to pursue their goals and that is why I am excited to join SUNY Ulster as their next president. I share the goals of the SUNY Ulster community to provide a safe and welcoming academic experience and will focus on ensuring students enroll and stay on track to get their college education. I look forward to working with the campus’s faculty and staff to create educational opportunities for our students and will look to mitigate any barriers in their path. My thanks to the SUNY Board of Trustees, Chancellor Stanley, and the SUNY Ulster Board of Trustees for this opportunity.”

Lomita said the selection of Buckley concluded a six-month search process conducted by a search committee comprised of the college’s students, staff, faculty, community leaders, and board members, through the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT), led by Julie Golder, J.D., Vice President of Search Services. The committee recommended four finalists who visited the college in April through a series of in-person and virtual sessions.  The college’s board of Trustees considered feedback from these sessions when making the final selection, Lomita said.

“On behalf of the SUNY Ulster Board of Trustees, I commend the College community for their participation in the presidential forums.  All feedback was reviewed and greatly valued as part of the process,” Lomita said.  Deborah Briggs, Chair of the Presidential Search Committee and Vice Chair of the SUNY Ulster Board of Trustees, said, “The search committee did an outstanding job of understanding the level of leadership the college needs and selecting appropriate candidates to consider further.  They set high standards, asked insightful questions, and worked collaboratively to enrich the process.  I’m very grateful for everyone’s time, dedication, and commitment to SUNY Ulster.”

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SUNY Ulster Faculty and Staff Receive 2022 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence

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May 20, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is proud to announce that the following faculty and staff members have been awarded the 2022 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence.

They are: Dr. Miho Iwazaki, Professor of Sociology in the Social Sciences, History and Education Department – Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching; Erika Finch, Adjunct Faculty member in the Business & Professional Studies Department – Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching; Deborah Kaufman, Director of Marketing & Media – Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service; and Donatila Lendvay, in the Central Services Department – Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service.

The Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence are system-level honors conferred to acknowledge and provide system-wide recognition for consistently superior professional achievement and to encourage the ongoing pursuit of excellence. These programs underscore SUNY’s commitment to sustaining intellectual vibrancy, advancing the boundaries of knowledge, providing the highest quality of instruction, and serving the public good. Through these awards, SUNY publicly proclaims its pride in the accomplishment and personal dedication of its instructional faculty, professional, and classified staff across its campuses.

For more information, contact the Community Relations office at (845) 687-5262.

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Clockwise from left: Dr. Miho Iwazaki; Erika Finch; Deborah Kaufman;  Donatila Lendvay

SUNY Ulster Hosts Annual “Future Voices” Art Exhibit Showcasing Local High School Talent

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Abstract green & black artwork by Kira

May 18, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – Ulster County high school students will be showcased in an exhibit of their artwork with “Future Voices 2022: High School Art from Ulster County,” opening May 27 and running through June 10, at the Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery on the Stone Ridge campus. The opening reception is on Friday, May 27, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

This annual exhibition features artwork from high school students throughout Ulster County. Participating schools include Saugerties, Onteora, Rondout Valley, Kingston, Ulster BOCES, New Paltz, Ellenville, Marlboro, Highland, Wallkill, and Woodstock Day School. The show will include a wide variety of media including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, sculpture, digital media, and more.

The Ulster Community College Foundation, Inc. is offering prizes to the artists with the three best pieces in the show. There will be one $100 best-in-show award and two honorable mentions, worth $50 each.

The exhibition is being curated by Allison Constant, owner and founder of Art Bar in Kingston. Ms. Constant is a SUNY Ulster fine art program alumna. In addition to her work at Art Bar, she has curated exhibits for the Woodstock Artists Association and Museum and Woodstock Jewish Congregation. She has also exhibited her own work at The Farber Center in New York City, Samuel Dorsky Museum at SUNY New Paltz, and The Shirt Factory in Kingston, among others.

Ms. Constant will also be joining the SUNY Ulster adjunct faculty to teach a new applied learning course in Curatorial Studies. The course will provide students with hands-on experience in all aspects of curating exhibits culminating in an exhibit in the Muroff-Kotler Visual Arts Gallery.

The Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and by appointment. It is closed on college holidays. The show and opening reception are free and open to the public. SUNY Ulster requires that masks must be worn in all indoor settings at this time. For more information, call 845-687-5113. 

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SUNY Ulster Offers New Basic Sewing Workshop for Ages 16+ this June

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May 17, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – The Career and Continuing Education department of SUNY Ulster is offering a basic sewing workshop this June at the Stone Ridge Campus. You can choose from two different times and dates. The class runs Thursday, June 2 through July 7 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. or Tuesday, June 7 through July 12 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Learn professional techniques on how to sew and produce correctly finished professional-looking pieces. Program includes layout, cutting, construction, and finishing of garments. Attendees will learn the basics of hand sewing, machine sewing, and use of a commercial pattern to sew a top and skirt. This course is open to students ages 16+, and the cost is $299.00.

The course price does not include the student supply list. Students must purchase items separately:

  • 8″ Fabric Shears
  • Paper scissors
  • Seam Ripper
  • Thread Clipper
  • 60″ Tape Measure
  • Clear see thru 2″ x 18″ ruler
  • Magnetic Pin Cushion
  • Straight Pins-#17 Steel Dressmaker
  • Hand Sewing Needles- assorted
  • Chaco Tailors Chalk Pens 4 color LS-2000
  • Bernina bobbin case for model 1008
  • Bernina bobbins at least 5
  • New Look Sewing Pattern #N6697A
  • Fabric (instructor will review at first class)

For more information or questions, please email Barbara Reer at reerb@sunyulster.edu or you can register here: DCB2389 Thurs, 6/2-7/7,5:30-8:30pm or DCB2389 Tues 6/7-7/12, 11am-2pm.

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SUNY Ulster Holds 58th Commencement on May 21

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Class of 2022 SUNY Ulster

May 13, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s sixth President, Dr. Alan P. Roberts, will preside over the College’s 58th Commencement on Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. on the SUNY Ulster Soccer Field on the Stone Ridge campus. President Roberts will present 175 students with a degree or certificate at the Commencement ceremony.

Graduates marching in academic regalia will receive four tickets each for guests to attend the commencement. The Soccer Field will be open for guest seating at 9:00 a.m., and the ceremony starts at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony is rain or shine.

The event will be video streamed live for guests without tickets and can be viewed from any remote location as the ceremony occurs from our website or from our YouTube channel.

The graduating class consists of 461 students. Three hundred forty-nine will receive associate degrees and 112 will receive certificates. The youngest graduate is 17, and the oldest is 63. Of the class, 76 are graduating with highest honors, 155 are graduating with honors, 7 students are graduating with the Honors Studies program distinction, 9 students are being recognized with the President’s Medal of Highest Honor for earning a 4.0 GPA, 67 are members of the national honor society Phi Theta Kappa, and 3 are graduating from the President’s Challenge Scholarship. There are also six students graduating as College Scholars and 32 graduating as nurses.

Thomas DiNapoli, New York State Comptroller will give the keynote address. DiNapoli has been comptroller since 2007. He was formerly a member of the New York State Assembly and New York State Legislature, representing the 16th district in Nassau County. DiNapoli graduated magna cum laude from Hofstra University in 1976 with a bachelor’s degree in history and received his master’s degree in 1988 in human resources management from The New School’s Graduate School of Management and Urban Professions.

Other speakers include Grand Marshal Cornelia Denvir, Professor of Business; Faculty Marshal Kevin R. Stoner, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty; Deborah Briggs, Board of Trustees Vice Chair; The Honorable Michelle Hinchey, New York State Senator; The Honorable Patrick K. Ryan, Ulster County Executive, The Honorable Tracey A. Bartels, Ulster County Legislative Chair, and James Hobbs, Professor of Behavioral Sciences & Academic Senate Chair.

Graduating students Evan M. Smith and Van W. Demps are Student Marshals with Evan M. Smith bringing greetings from the class of 2022.

The Reverend Allison Moore, Ph.D. of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, New Paltz, will deliver the invocation and benediction. Music will be performed by members of the College Choral Ensemble directed by Janet Gehres and accompanied by Edward Leavitt, and the SUNY Ulster Brass Quintet directed by Victor Izzo, Jr.

The security policy does not permit large bags and backpacks. Large purses and diaper bags will be checked. Guests will be asked to leave their strollers in a designated area on the soccer field.

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Study Tips for Finals: 10 Ways to Ace your Exams

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  1. Avoid the Urge to Procrastinate
    This Natural tendency seems to define the college experience with some students even boasting about their ability to survive all-nighters. In reality, however, procrastination is not cause for celebration or even lighthearted joking. This harmful practice stresses students out and almost always leads to worse scores.
  2. Get Plenty of Sleep
    At first glance, sleep might not seem like the most important of the many study tips for finals. In reality, however, all that prep work will do little good if it’s not accompanied by plenty of rest. The need for sleep underscores the importance of avoiding procrastination.
  3. Create a Study-Oriented Space
    Environment matters. You might find it difficult to focus if your space is cluttered or chock full of distracting devices. If possible, set up a nook exclusively dedicated to studying. This area should include a desk, an ergonomic chair, quality lighting, and any materials you might require during your study session.
  4. Level Up Your Playlist
    The right music can make your study session more enjoyable and more effective. Several studies highlight the value of classical music in particular.
  5. Ditch Distracting Devices
    In today’s digital world, it’s tough to go even a few minutes without glancing at our smartphones. Unfortunately, this dependence can cause big problems when it’s time to buckle down and study. For best results, commit to turning your phone off for at least an hour and placing it in a space as far from your desk as possible.
  6. Experiment with a Variety of Study Tactics
    No one study method works equally well for everyone. Some people learn best from reading notes out loud, while others benefit from flashcards or highlighters. Experiment with several approaches until you find a strategy that best addresses your unique needs.
  7. Create Sample Test Questions
    This method provides a variety of benefits. First, it forces you to boil down weeks of learning into a few basic takeaways. Writing sample questions also allows you to think like an instructor. This thought process may benefit you when the actual exam arrives.
  8. Get Involved in a Study Group
    It’s never too late to start a study group. While these gatherings are most beneficial if they take place throughout the entire course of the semester, they can provide plenty of value in the last few days before finals.
  9. Don’t be Afraid to Ask for Help
    Don’t hesitate to seek help from your instructors. Office hours exist for a reason, and yet far too many students are too intimidated to chat up those in the best position to help. SUNY Ulster also has tutoring in almost all subjects. Call 845-687-5039 or email tutoring@sunyulster.edu to make an appointment.
  10. Keep the Big picture in Mind
    Final exams aren’t designed to torture stressed-out students. If you take exam prep seriously, you’ll come away with a richer understanding of key concepts, which in turn, will ensure that you retain the knowledge you’ve worked so hard to gain. As you move forward with upper-level courses, graduate school, or your eventual career, you’ll thank yourself for putting in the effort.