SUNY Ulster Receives Extension on for New Start for Women Program

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SUNY Ulster Press Release

February 3, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster announces the extension of a 1.5 million grant from the NoVo Foundation to continue its innovative New Start for Women Program that assists women in Ulster County who are living on poverty-level incomes to obtain an education, skills, and the professional network needed for family-sustaining careers. This extension will be disbursed in $500,000 increments over three years.

The program, now in its third year, awards a Certificate in General Management upon completion. The program has a graduation rate of over 70 percent with half of these graduates choosing to continue their education by enrolling in an Associate Degree program at SUNY Ulster or at local four-year colleges.

Breanna Simmons, a current student of New Start who will be graduating in May, says she is already using some of the skills she has learned in her current position working with people who have developmental disabilities. “My plan after graduation is to continue my studies at SUNY Ulster. I would like to pursue a career in nursing.”

“SUNY Ulster has a longstanding commitment to the education of adult students looking to enhance or change their career paths. New Start helps talented women in our community who do not have access to or cannot take advantage of educational opportunities as a result of economic circumstances, overwhelming barriers, or life challenges,” adds Jordan Scruggs, Director for New Start. “And, we are so appreciative to both the NoVo Foundation and to long-time SUNY Ulster donor, Darlene L. Pfeiffer who saw the potential of New Start and invested the first $100,000 in seed money to kickstart this program.”

According to the US Census Bureau, nearly 14% of the population live below the poverty line. The largest demographic group living in poverty is females aged 25-34, followed by females 18-24, and then females 35-44. New Start provides an education, combined with added community support and services to empower participants to succeed, leading to employment within the community.

The program’s success is shared with the community partnerships among the college, local nonprofit organizations, community services, and businesses that provide the tools and services students need such as home-based internet services, childcare, transportation, tutoring, counseling, and more.

 About SUNY Ulster

SUNY Ulster, established in 1963, is a comprehensive two-year community college. The college is ranked as the Best Community College in New York State for 2020 and 2021 by BestColleges.com. Offering over 60 academic programs, students are prepared to succeed in a wide variety of careers and industry-specific credentialing programs. Committed to student success, SUNY Ulster offers value and opportunity for all members of the Ulster County community. Visit www.sunyulster.edu.

About Ulster Community College Foundation, Inc.

The Ulster Community College Foundation raises funds to promote academic excellence, accessibility to higher education, and economic vitality in Ulster County in collaboration with SUNY Ulster. In 2021-22, the Foundation created over $4M in revenue and invested nearly $1.2 M in scholarships, programs, and other support for SUNY Ulster and its students.

About the NoVo Foundation

Established in 2006 by Jennifer and Peter Buffett, the NoVo Foundation supports a holistic, interconnected, and healing vision for humanity. For further details about the mission and vision of the NoVo Foundation, please visit www.novofoundation.org.

Last Chance Registration for Spring 2022 To Be Held on January 18

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January 14, 2022 – Stone Ridge, NY – The last chance to register for the spring 2022 semester at SUNY Ulster will take place virtually on Tuesday, January 18 beginning at 9 a.m. Both virtual and in-person appointments are available. SUNY Ulster has waived the late registration fee for this semester.

            Spring 2022 classes will begin on January 24. Those interested in registering can set up an appointment with their academic department online at bit.ly/springreg22. Appointments are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Once an appointment is set, a confirmation email will be sent with appointment details. 

                        For more information on applying or registering, call (845) 687-5022 or visit SUNY Ulster Admissions.

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SUNY Ulster Holds On-Campus Prospective Students Day December  4

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November 10, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – High school students and their support systems who want to learn more about the value of a community college education and the SUNY Ulster admissions process can register for Prospective Students Day. The event will take place on Saturday, December 4 starting at 9 a.m. on the Stone Ridge Campus.

The program for this event begins in Quimby Theater located in Vanderlyn Hall and will include:

  • An introduction to the SUNY Ulster campus and the admissions process
  • An overview of academic programs and college services including scholarships, financial   aid, and transferring to a four-year college
  • A Start Here, Go Far panel consisting of current students and alumni providing their college experience and perspective
  • A guided campus tour given by Student Admissions Ambassadors who will share experiences about campus life

All participants will receive a SUNY Ulster swag bag filled with helpful resources. There will also be the opportunity to schedule an individual follow-up appointment with a SUNY Ulster admissions representative to help guide students and answer questions.

Registration is required and can be accessed at sunyulster.edu/visit. For more information, call (845) 687-5022. Masks are required.

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Registration for the Spring 2022 Semester Opens

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November 1, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – Registration for the Spring 2022 semester will begin on November 1 for continuing students and November 8 for new students. The majority of classes will be taught in-person on the Stone Ridge campus and the Kingston Center with an array of online and remote options, as well.

Continuing students should set up an appointment with their advisor for registering. Newly accepted students will receive a link from the Enrollment & Success Center once all the necessary steps for admissions have been met.

For those interested in attending SUNY Ulster this spring, there is still time to apply. Visit sunyulster.edu/admissions. To attend an admissions event, get a tour of campus, or schedule a one-on-one appointment with an admissions representative, visit sunyulster.edu/visit.

SUNY Ulster is excited to welcome students back to campus safely. There is a vaccine mandate in place for all students. Students are provided information on how to provide proof of vaccination and how to obtain their SUNY VAX Pass in their acceptance packet. In addition, the College maintains strict protocols for all on campus. Face masks are required and social distancing is observed.

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SUNY Ulster Presents a Virtual Event with Author, Pam Houston

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Portrait of Reuner Library Writer Series, Author Pam Houston

October 21, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – Registration is now open for the Herbert H. & Sofia P. Reuner Library Writers Series event with author Pam Houston via Zoom on Thursday, November 4 from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.

The event, moderated by Kim Wozencraft, adjunct professor of English at SUNY Ulster and SUNY New Paltz, will include a reading, interview, and question and answer period. Ms. Wozencraft is the author of the novel Rush, which was adapted into a film.

Pam Houston is the author of two collections of linked short stories Cowboys Are My Weakness (1994), which was the winner of the 1993 Western States Book Award and has been translated into nine languages, and Waltzing the Cat (1999, reissued 2013), which won the Willa Award for Contemporary Fiction. She also authored two novels, Contents May Have Shifted (2012) and Sight Hound (2006), all published by W.W. Norton & Co.; and three collections of autobiographical essays, Deep Creek: Finding Hope in the High Country (2019), from which an essay will appear in the forthcoming Best American Travel Writing and another essay in the forthcoming Pushcart Prize anthology, A Rough Guide to the Heart (Virago, 2001), and A Little More About Me (Norton, 1999, reissued 2013).

Houston has also edited a collection of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry entitled Women on Hunting: Essays, Fiction, and Poetry (Ecco Press). She is the author of a stage play called “Tracking the Pleiades” and she has written the text for Men Before Ten A.M., a book of photographs by the French photographer Veronique Vialle.

Houston is a Professor of English at UC Davis, directs the literary nonprofit Writing By Writers, and teaches in The Pacific University low-residency MFA program and at writer’s conferences around the country and the world. She divides her time between Davis and southwestern Colorado at 9,000 feet above sea level near the headwaters of the Rio Grande.  Copies of Houston’s latest book, Deep Creek: Finding Hope in the High Country will be available for purchase online at the SUNY Ulster bookstore.

The SUNY Ulster Herbert H. & Sofia P. Reuner Library Writers Series is a special program that began in 1998 to bring renowned writers to campus every fall. It provides a unique opportunity for SUNY Ulster students and community members to hear award-winning authors read from their work. The series is co-sponsored by the Ulster Community College Foundation, Inc. and the Macdonald DeWitt Library.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Once your registration form has been submitted, participants will receive a Zoom link with instructions in their confirmation email. Visit the  SUNY Ulster Writer Series page to learn more, or contact Kari Mack by email.

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SUNY Ulster Holds Ulster County Domestic Violence Information Forum:

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October 18, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster, Ulster County Executive Patrick K. Ryan, and the Ulster County Inter-Agency Council on Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking will host “Hidden Truths and Youth” on Thursday, October 28, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. via Zoom.

This year’s forum will identify and address domestic violence in the familial and intimate partner relationships of young people. A Q&A Discussion will follow a variety of presentations from local organizations and local community leaders.

This is the 9th Annual Ulster County Domestic Violence Information Forum. These forums are held each October as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and include information and resources for campus and community members on domestic violence

This training is free and open to the public. To learn more, contact Beth LaValle at blav@co.ulster.ny.us or by phone at (845) 334-5221. To register, visit https://forms.gle/kBh4BTaLrySJZtaL9. Participants will receive the Zoom link to access this event in their registration email confirmation.

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Registration Opens for Online Winter*net Courses at SUNY Ulster

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October 14, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s Winter*net session, which begins December 27 and runs through January 18, offers three-week online courses that allow SUNY Ulster and visiting students the ability to earn credits quickly and affordably.

Winter offerings include popular general education required classes and electives in the sciences, business, history, humanities, languages, and more at a cost of $190 per credit in-state tuition.

The online format and accelerated class schedule can help students get a jump-start on their spring semester, complete a required course, or explore a new area of interest.

To learn more about Winter*net courses and register online, visit sunyulster.edu/winternet.

 

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Fall Information Sessions and Tours — Learn About Programs, Student Life, and Services

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October 7, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster is offering prospective students and their families an array of opportunities to connect virtually and face-to-face to learn more about the admissions process, individual educational programs, student life, and support services.

Admissions Virtual Info Sessions: Held throughout the fall, these virtual info sessions are held from 4-5 p.m. via Zoom and covers a broad look at all SUNY Ulster has to offer.

One-on-One Admissions Virtual Appointments: Ideal for anyone who needs more personalized information and has specific questions to ask.

Campus Tour Tuesdays: Held on the Stone Ridge campus, these tours are scheduled from 3-4 p.m. Participants will visit academic buildings, student dining areas, library, bookstore, gymnasium, and more.

Nursing Program Virtual Information Sessions: Topics for these Zoom sessions include the application process, admission requirements, the curriculum, and the required pre-entrance exam.

Veterinary Technology Program Virtual Information Sessions: Topics for these Zoom sessions include the application process, vet tech requirements, curriculum, technical standards for admission, and the HESI Admission Assessment Exam.

For students who are weighing their options about where to begin their college education, SUNY Ulster is a great strategic choice. Voted the Best Community College in New York State in both 2020 and 2021, SUNY Ulster offers over 60 programs that lead to a seamless transfer to four-year SUNY colleges or to direct entry into the job market. SUNY Ulster also offers an affordable tuition, with 70% of students graduating with no debt.

To register for any of the sessions above, access sunyulster.edu/visit. For questions, call our Enrollment Success Center at (845) 687-5022.

 

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Career Exploration Expo at Kingston Center on October 16

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September 21, 2021 – Kingston, NY – SUNY Ulster invites the regional community to a Career Exploration Expo at the Kingston Center on 94 Mary’s Ave. on October 16. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No registration is required.

This one-day event is organized for job seekers, career changers, and college-bound high school students. It is an opportunity to get your resume reviewed, have a professional headshot taken, learn about training & academic programs, discover financial support options, and connect with companies and temp agencies looking to hire.

Companies from around the region in fields such as manufacturing, health and medical services, the arts, technology, and more will be on site including Markertek, Children’s Home of Kingston, Greystone Programs, Ellenville Regional Hospital, Global Foundries, The Arc Mid-Hudson, Archcare at Ferncliff Nursing Home, WineRacks.com, Inc., NYCDEP Bureau of Water Supply, and the Ulster County Office of Employment & Training.

SUNY Ulster’s Department of Professional and Continuing Education has a long and successful track record of responding to the needs of regional residents and employers, preparing individuals with the education, skills, and support necessary to bring job seekers and growing industries together to fill rewarding positions. This Career Exploration Expo is aligned with what employers say they need now and in the future.

This event is free and open to the public. Masks are required. For questions, please contact Joe Gonzalez at (845) 802-7165.

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SUNY Ulster Hosts 9/11 Remembrance

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August 31, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster invites the community to join its campus community in commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

On Friday, September 10, SUNY Ulster will post a Virtual Remembrance Ceremony that will be accessible via the Internet on the College’s YouTube and Facebook Channels. This prerecorded virtual presentation will include remarks from Dr. Alan P. Roberts, SUNY Ulster President; Vice President Kevin Stoner, Professor Ray Raymond, Reverend Dr. Allison Moore of The Pantry at SUNY Ulster, Meg Sheeley, Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, and SUNY Ulster student government leaders. It will also include a musical performance by SUNY Ulster alumni, Marena Clunie and Alex Herrling.

On Saturday, September 11 at 12:45 p.m. on the SUNY Ulster soccer field, a live commemoration will take place. It will begin with the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard Presenting the Colors, and the National Anthem and America the Beautiful sung by Alumna Marena Clunie. It will be followed by a ceremonial gift exchange from the SUNY Ulster Women’s and Men’s Soccer teams to the visiting team from Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences. There will be a moment of silence, guest bagpiper Scott Benson, Hudson Valley Bagpipe, a SUNY Ulster alumnus will play Amazing Grace, and the colors will then be retired.

At 1 p.m., SUNY Ulster’s Women’s Soccer will play against Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences.

At 3 p.m., SUNY Ulster’s Men’s Soccer will play against Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences.

This event is free and open to the public. Visitors attending the event need to check in at the Senate Gym upon arrival where they will complete screening questions and be issued a wristband. All employees and students are required to complete a daily health screening that is accessed through the SUNY Ulster Portal.

              SUNY Ulster is requiring face masks throughout campus facilities and grounds regardless of vaccination status. Social distancing for spectators is also highly encouraged during the event. Anyone with signs or symptoms of infectious illness should stay home when sick and/or seek medical care.

            Refreshments will be for sale by the SUNY Ulster Varsity Club. For more information, contact Meg Sheeley at sheeleym@sunyulster.edu or 845-687-1946.

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