October 2026


October 21, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates Scholars for Mental Health

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated five Scholars for Mental Health who have demonstrated leadership and a steadfast commitment to bolstering the mental health field. Through funding from Voya, the
October 19, 2026
During College Application Month, Chancellor King Announces Free Application Weeks and Fee Waivers for Students Applying to SUNY

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced SUNY's Free Application Weeks, from October 19 to November 2. In its fifth year, the two-week free application period will allow prospective students to receive
October 19, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Winner of "I Voted at SUNY" Sticker Design Opportunity

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the winner of the "I Voted at SUNY" sticker design opportunity. Elizabeth Ji from SUNY College of Optometry's sticker was selected as the favorite student-submitted
October 16, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights SUNY Maritime’s Academic Excellence and Paths to Upward Mobility During a Visit to Campus

Bronx, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted SUNY's Maritime education excellence during a visit to campus with members of the SUNY Board of Trustees. The campus is the oldest State Maritime Academy, and
October 14, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Outdoors for All Grant Awards

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the grant recipients from SUNY's Outdoors for All program. The program is designed to empower more students, and New Yorkers of all ages and from all backgrounds
October 14, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Educational Opportunity Centers with Empire State Plaza Exhibit

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated the launch of SUNY's Educational Opportunity Centers (EOCs) 60th anniversary exhibit in the Albany Room of the Empire State Plaza Concourse in Albany.

October 13, 2026
Governor Hochul Encourages Students to Take Advantage of College Application Fee Waivers Through 2026 College Application Initiative

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than 130 colleges and universities across New York State are waiving application fees for high school seniors as part of the 2026 College Application Initiative (CAI).
October 13, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Voting Open for 'I Voted at SUNY' Sticker Design Opportunity

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced that voting is open for the "I Voted at SUNY Sticker Design" contest. SUNY students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to vote for their favorite student-submitted
October 8, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Inaugural Empire State Service Corps Disaster Relief Training

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the inaugural Empire State Service Corps Disaster Relief Training Program, administered by the American Red Cross, which has trained 568 members of the Empire
October 7, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Sixth Class of Educational Opportunity Program Student Ambassadors

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the sixth class of Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Student Ambassadors. Twenty students from 18 campuses will serve as mentors to other students, encourage
October 5, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Encourages New York Students to Fill Out the FAFSA to Receive Financial Aid for College

Binghamton, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. participated in an event at SUNY Broome to kick-off the opening of applications for the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
October 2, 2026
Statement from Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees Vice Chairman Cesar Perales, SUNY Trustee Eunice A. Lewin, and SUNY Trustee Marcos Crespo on Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month

"In 1968, the country began a week-long observance honoring Hispanic heritage, which was later expanded to be a month-long celebration recognizing the impact and accomplishments of our Hispanic and Latino community members. At SUNY, we are proud to
October 1, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Expansion of EOP Scholars Program for Students Pursuing Careers in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and AI Fields

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the expansion of the SUNY Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Scholars Program. The expansion of the program will support EOP students pursuing