Students Artwork Selected For Exhibit in Albany!

Painting of the upper back of a slender and sad woman in a steam filled shower.

6 Visual Art Majors Selected for Exhibit in Albany. Early March 2018 it was announced that 6 Visual Art Majors from SUNY Ulster have been selected to have their work showcased in the Spring 2018 SUNY Student Exhibit in Albany. This exclusive exhibit only happens twice a year to highlight the best student work making … Read more

Utilizing The SUNY Ulster Macdonald Dewitt Library.

Group of students doing homework together in the library

As final exam pressure begin to mount you may find yourself looking for a place to host a group study group, or rehearse a group presentation without disturbing your peers that may be seeking quiet. Did you know that right here on our SUNY Ulster campus there are rooms you can reserve as a student? The … Read more

4 Ways to Find An Internship.

Woman writing in notebook and looking at laptop

As the winter recess approaches you may find yourself thinking that this is the perfect time to consider getting involved with an internship. Here at SUNY Ulster you can earn college credit while participating in the Student Internship Program. To get involved in the Student Internship Program you must have at least a 2.0 GPA and 30 … Read more

Mentor Moment with Instructor Angela Kunz.

Angela Kunz surrounded by a fashion class

     On a warm and sunny autumn afternoon, I had a candid conversation with Fashion Design Adjunct Instructor Angela Kunz (or Mrs. K as she prefers to be called by students) on SUNY Ulster’s beautiful campus. We discussed what advice she has for students entering the field of fashion merchandising, design, and the evolving work … Read more

Guide to Surviving Midterm Week.

Man working at homework on desk

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

Stories of SUNY Ulster — Marla Gruner: Family Woman, Educator, Library Scientist

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

Top Ten Reasons to Choose SUNY Ulster

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Affordable Education The cost of attending a four-year college is high and going higher. You can greatly reduce the cost of gaining a bachelor’s degree by graduating from SUNY Ulster and transferring to finish to a four-year institution to finish your degree. At SUNY Ulster, 70% of our students graduate with no debt and more … Read more

Field Work on Vacation

The Carnival Pride ship from the Lagoon in the water

During the week of September 13th my boyfriend Mark and I went on a cruise to Grand Turk and the Bahamas. Upon my departure I was asked by Professor Jessica Moore, who teaches Planet Earth, if I would mind taking sand samples from the different islands (and as many photos as I could). While I … Read more

First-Time Student Leader Makes a Difference

Akram Abdulla receving award from Donald Katt

“I wish SUNY Ulster was a four-year school. I wouldn’t leave to transfer.” Akram Abdulla, business administration major and SGO leader, expected graduation spring 2016 Business administration major Akram Abdulla describes a hero as someone who goes beyond to do good for a greater purpose. He counts his older brother as well as the professors, … Read more

Fine Arts Student Wins Scholarship to SVA

Chelsea Stingel standing in front of painting of flowers

From a young age, Chelsea Stingel wanted to be an artist. But she knew that to get into one of the leading art schools in the country that offered larger scholarships, she would have to build her portfolio. SUNY Ulster’s Fine Arts Program helped her do just that, earning Stingel a $45,000 scholarship to the … Read more