Engineering Student Wins Clarkson Transfer Scholarship

Jacob Berryann stands in front of white wall

Starting at SUNY Ulster has paid off big for Jacob Berryann who has earned Clarkson University’s Transfer Leadership Award, the University’s highest honor. The excelling engineering student from Kerhonkson will receive $15,000 per year to attend the tech university in Potsdam. Berryann says he was initially speechless and then ecstatic when he learned of the … Read more

Getting through Finals -10 Tips for Success

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Yes, it’s about that time, finals! As a college student, finals are stressful and important. We’re hoping though, these ten tips below, help you be more prepared and less stressed during finals time. 1. Lower your commitments. Don’t take on any extra commitments and even put off any unnecessary social obligations or family commitments. Let your schedule … Read more

Alumna Got her STEM Start at SUNY Ulster

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Alethea Shuman ‘2010, Drafting and Design, Phi Theta Kappa Close relationships with her professors kept Alethea (Schaeffer) Shuman coming back to SUNY Ulster – even after she transferred to RPI. Starting when the Stone Ridge resident took classes during high school to when she graduated with a drafting and design associate’s degree with distinction in 2010, … Read more

The Skinny on Scholarship Success

Student accepting award at the 2011 Scholarship Ceremony

Tips from Our Coordinator of the Scholarship Program Overwhelmed about the thought of applying for scholarships and think you won’t win one anyway? Think again. Burnelle Roser, Associate Director & Coordinator of the Scholarship Program, shares some of the basics about scholarships that will show you how easy it really is and get you applying … Read more

Three Ways to Experience the World

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Experiencing the world and connecting with other students from around the globe is easier than ever for SUNY Ulster students. It doesn’t have to be costly or out of reach. Here are three ways to make a difference in your education and life: Academic Travel – International and Domestic – With group rates, knowledgeable instructors … Read more

Goodbye Ulster – Hello Potsdam!

Kymmie Clark at Potsdam

I attended SUNY Ulster Fall 2011-Fall 2013 before transferring to SUNY Potsdam. At Ulster I figured out what I wanted to do and I truly grew as a person. The opportunities I was given at Ulster and the environment there helped me pursue my education further. As someone who did not know exactly what I … Read more

10 Theater Tidbits

SUNY Ulster Theatre Department Gets Ready for a Performance.

  When the curtain goes up for SUNY Ulster’s Theater productions, countless hours of work by students, faculty, community members and volunteers have gone into making the show possible. Here’s a peak at 10 things that happen behind the scenes: Did you know Theater Costumer Aletta Vett travels on average 1,500 miles a production in … Read more

14 Reasons Why SUNY Ulster is Awesome

Happy SUNY Ulster students on bleachers

  You have time to find yourself and what you really want. Team spirit-we have athletics too.  Dorm Life is not that awesome, or cheap.  You can make a difference instantly. Get involved in a better campus life right away by participating in a club or student government, going on a leadership retreat, tutoring fellow … Read more

Students Celebrate No Hate Week at SUNY Ulster

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SUNY Ulster declares it is a “Safe Space” for everyone. Bullying is an ongoing issue around the globe, in all demographics. During No Hate Week, SUNY Ulster stepped up to fight bullying, shaming, and other forms of harassment for all SUNY Ulster students. No Hate Week on campus turned its focus on supporting the students of SUNY … Read more