News about SUNY Ulster & our Campus Community
Every spring and fall, current returning students must register for the next semester’s classes here at SUNY Ulster. It’s not hard to do once you’ve got the hang of it! Here are some key tips to keep in mind as you prepare to register, and how to prepare for the upcoming semesters class load. First … Read more
EXCLUSIVE: Stories recently got to have a chat with Ulster’s very own Dean, VP, and educator — the sterling Kevin Stoner. A man who moves in silence and thinks in volumes, a powerfully inquisitive mind, a monolith of philosophy; the Dean’s academic acumen is beyond measure. Sitting at his desk with his hands forming a … Read more
SUNY Ulster now has its first Chief Diversity Officer! Learn more about her and what she does for the SUNY Ulster community: How would you describe your position to someone unfamiliar with it? The Chief Diversity Officer is a person who focuses on opportunities to expand diversity and inclusion of all students, faculty, and staff. … Read more
It may seem hard to believe, but Midterm Week here on campus is quickly approaching! Over the next few days, you may find yourself wondering how you may ever survive all the projects, and studying that needs to be completed within such a specific span of time! To survive what may seem like “Midterm Madness” … Read more
You’ve been here a while now, and you’ve probably adjusted to classes and college life, but you may not feel really connected to Ulster yet. You may also be struggling to meet new people outside of class. How do you fix this? Well, one easy way is to try one of our many active clubs … Read more
The Stories team recently got an opportunity to conduct an interview with SUNY Ulster’s own charismatic librarian: Marla Gruner. Invariably seated at the help desk, Marla is known for her pleasant helpfulness and the sagacity of her assistance. Entering her office, we are delighted to the smell of fresh coffee, photographs of her two adorable children, … Read more
If you’ve ever considered majoring in childhood or adolescent education, now is an excellent time to enter the field. There is a great need right now for teachers, as many public schools, both locally and nationwide, are experiencing a shortage of qualified teachers. This is because many longtime teachers are of retirement age and fewer … Read more
Procrastination is the mindset of “Have fun now, worry about it later” that plagues countless individuals. As the semester moves forward it may feel as if countless due dates, and exam dates continue to fill up your calendar. Here at SUNY Ulster we want our students to have all the necessary tools to fight procrastination … Read more
September 2017 marks the 50th year we’ve held classes at our lovely Stone Ridge campus! While the buildings and classes have changed over the years, our students’ drive for success and our own commitment to Start Here, Go Far hasn’t. A Bit of History The Stone Ridge campus was selected from 28 sites in Ulster … Read more
Welcome, SUNY Ulster incoming freshmen! Many of you are probably both excited and nervous about your first semester at college. With a little effort, your first semester (and all of the following) can be successful. Here’s a few tips to help you on your way! #1: Check Your SUNY Ulster Email Once you’re enrolled, all … Read more