SUNY Ulster Presents a Virtual Event with Author, Pam Houston

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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SUNYUlsterSupports.me – Find the Help You Need to Succeed!

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Support For The Whole Community

SUNY Ulster recognizes that students and their families can’t always locate the services they need quickly enough.  Although many resources can be found throughout our student portal and website,  sunyulstersupports.me serves as the one-stop-shop for every in-house and local resource available to our students!

SUNY Ulster Supports.me

Site MenuSUNYUlsterSupports.me is a highly intuitive online resource available to everyone with a computer or cell phone.  From academic resources, campus resources, student life, transportation,  and so much more- this website is full of resources to help you every step of the way to graduation.

Clearly marked headings and subheadings make it easy to search for the content you need, and direct links take you straight to the page that you need.

As a SUNY Ulster student myself, I gave this new asset a thorough going-over to be able to provide others with my first impression of the site. Overall opinion: I found it to be exceptionally easy to navigate with eye-catching graphics and colors. And, I learned about resources available on campus that I never knew existed! The site is super user-friendly with an abundance of available information with direct links that open in new windows, so you don’t have to maneuver back to the actual site every time you need to look for new resources. So, make sure to check it out and click on every interface to learn about everything from Ulster’s emergency messaging system to Ulster’s Food Pantry, Clubs, Athletic events, and more!

Although it’s not technically an app, you can download a direct link to your phone’s home screen. The website adapts to ANY device’s screen size.

Adding A Link To Your Home Screen

The process to add a link to your phone is simple.

How to create a website link on your Home Screen:

For all I Phone Products

  1. Launch Safari on your device.
  2. Navigate to SUNYUlsterSupports.me
  3. Tap the Share icon (the square with an arrow pointing out of the top) which is usually located at the bottom of your screen.
  4. Scroll down to the list of actions and tap Add to Home Screen (if you do not see this then scroll further and tap Edit Actions, Add, Add to Home Screen).
  5. Type a name for your new shortcut (this will appear under your shortcut on your Home Screen).
  6. Tap Add in the top-right corner of the screen.

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For all Android Products

  1. Launch Chrome on your device.
  2. Navigate to  SUNYUlsterSupports.me
  3. Tap the Menu icon (3 dots in the upper right-hand corner) and tap Add to Home Screen.
  4. Enter a name for your shortcut which will appear under it on your Home Screen.
  5. Tap Add after creating a name and it will be added.

Go And Explore!

SUNY Ulster prides itself on its ability to serve the community at large.  So remember, SUNYUlsterSupports.me serves as the one-stop-shop for every in-house resource available to students! This is just one more way to make higher education available to all!

Check it out…

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Call for Entries for an Alumni Art Exhibition

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August 11, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster’s Department of Fine and Visual Arts announces a call for entries for its Alumni Art Exhibition scheduled for October 1 through November 14, 2021. All alumni are eligible and the deadline to submit is August 27, 2021.

Open to all SUNY Ulster alumni- not just Art Majors! Works must have been completed after graduation, preferably within the last three years.  All media is acceptable and alumni can submit up to three pieces.

Joan Ffolliott, a member of the SUNY Ulster faculty is the juror. Joan Ffolliott began her formal artistic training at the University of Washington in sculpture and printmaking. She went on to earn her MFA at the Rhode Island School of Design and was the recipient of a Joan Mitchell Foundation Grant.

She has exhibited her work in numerous shows around the country and she is included in many private collections. In addition to teaching at SUNY Ulster and the Woodstock School of Art, Joan taught at RISD. The owner of Ffolliott Design, she lives and works in Malden-on-Hudson, New York.

Visit the SUNY Ulster Blog to learn more about submitting work and the exhibition.

For questions or for more information about this exhibit, email gallery@sunyulster.edu. Please include ‘Alumni Exhibition’ in your subject line.

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Two Ways to Finalize Enrollment for the Fall 2021 Semester

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August 9, 2021 – Stone Ridge, NY – SUNY Ulster has organized two methods to finalize enrollment for the fall 2021 semester, one for continuing students and one for new students. Classes for the fall 2021 semester begin August 23, 2021.

For new students who are ready to register as well as those who still need to begin or finish steps in the enrollment process, Finalizing Enrollment Days will run from August 9 through August 16. Virtual appointments can be made online and an admissions representative from the Enrollment & Success Center will help people complete the enrollment process.

For continuing students, Final Registration for the fall 2021 semester will take place on Monday, August 16. Virtual appointments are available from 9 am to 6 pm. On Campus, in-person appointments are available from 9 am to 4 pm. Current students should set up an appointment to register with a faculty member from the department in which they are enrolled.

Many Ulster County residents begin their college experience at SUNY Ulster, going on to transfer to four-year colleges and universities or entering the workforce upon graduation. It is a smart strategy that allows students to gain an excellent education without incurring extraordinary debt. For those transferring, the money saved in the first two years helps finance the last two.

For questions or for more information on applying or registering, call (845) 687-5022 or email esc@sunyulster.edu.

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Continuing Education Holds Virtual Open House August 12

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August 4, 2021 – Kingston, NY – The Career and Continuing Education department of SUNY Ulster is holding its Open House on August 12 via Zoom to highlight in-demand careers.

Training Programs covered include:

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
  • Green Careers Academy
  • Clinical Medical Assistant

These virtual sessions will cover program information, how to apply, information on the potential for tuition assistance, and more. All info sessions are scheduled conveniently for after the workday.

Those interested can register for one or all of the different virtual sessions. Once registered, participants will receive Zoom information via email for accessing each info session.

As we approach 2022, local and regional employers are expressing their need for talented workers to rebuild and strengthen the economy. Register now to learn more about how you can train to begin a new and rewarding career.

For more information or questions, please call SUNY Ulster’s registration team at 845-339-2025 or email cereg@sunyulster.edu.

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