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December 2012


December 17, 2012
Board Appoints Dr. William J. Murabito Interim President of Morrisville State College

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. William J. Murabito interim president of Morrisville State College, effective January 7, 2013.

December 17, 2012
SUNY Board Approves the Appointment of Dr. Karin Hilgersom as President of Sullivan County Community College

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today approved the appointment of Dr. Karin Hilgersom as President of Sullivan County Community College, as previously made by the SUNY Sullivan Board of Trustees.

December 17, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Extends Support of Haitian Students Through Spring 2014

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today extended authorization of resident tuition rates for Haitian nationals attending its State-operated campuses on non-immigrant visas through Spring 2014.

December 17, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Eight Faculty to Distinguished Ranks

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today approved the appointments of eight faculty to distinguished ranks.

December 17, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Adopts Mandatory Child Sexual Abuse Reporting & Prevention Policy

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today adopted a new policy to mandate the reporting of incidents of child sexual abuse on University property and at University-sponsored events, and to take steps to prevent such incidents.

December 14, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Executive Committee to Meet

Albany – The Executive Committee of the State University of New York Board of Trustees will meet Monday, December 17, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.

December 13, 2012
Lora Lefebvre to Join SUNY Leadership Team as Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the appointment of Lora Lefebvre as SUNY associate vice chancellor for health affairs.

December 6, 2012
SUNY BEST Coming to Mohawk Valley Region

Mohawk Valley – The State University of New York today announced that it will replicate Binghamton University’s SUNY BEST (Business and Education Cooperative of the Southern Tier) in the five-county Mohawk Valley region.

December 2, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees and Committees to Meet

Albany – The Board of Trustees of the State University of New York and its committees will meet over the two-day period of December 4 and 5, 2012, at the times indicated below. Members of the public are invited to attend.

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November 2012


November 19, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Honors Emerging Student Leaders

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the recipients of the system’s first SUNY Emerging Leader Awards.

November 19, 2012
"SUNY Works"Public-Private Job Training Program Awarded $500,000 to Support Statewide Expansion

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that the Carnegie Corporation has awarded the university system a $500,000 grant to support SUNY Works.

November 15, 2012
SUNY System, College at Brockport Receive National Award for Excellence in Diversity

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that the university system, as well as the College at Brockport, have received the first ever Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award

November 15, 2012
SUNY Launches Statewide Teacher Education Network (S-TEN)

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher, along with faculty and administrators from throughout SUNY, today launched the system’s Statewide Teacher Education Network (S-TEN) at a national teacher education summit in Albany.

November 9, 2012
SUNY Systemness Conference Attracts National Leaders in Education, Business

New York City – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher this week hosted SUNY’s second annual Critical Issues in Higher Education Conference in New York City.

November 7, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher to Host National Teacher Education Summit in Albany

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher next week will host a national summit on teacher education, which will also serve as the kick-off event for SUNY’s Statewide Teacher and Leader Education Network (S-TEN).

November 7, 2012
SUNY Partners with American Red Cross on Storm Recovery

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that SUNY is partnering with the American Red Cross as New York State recovers from the effects of Superstorm Sandy.

November 5, 2012
SUNY Launches Global Workforce Project to Internationalize Curricula

New York City – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the launch of SUNY Global Workforce Project.

November 5, 2012
SUNY Releases 2012 Report Card

Albany – The State University of New York today released its 2012 Report Card.

November 2, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher Commends Stony Brook University's Emergency Response on Long Island

Stony Brook – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today commended Stony Brook University’s emergency response on Long Island.

November 1, 2012
SUNY Maritime Serving as Staging Area for Hundreds of Relief and Recovery Workers

Maritime – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today commended the swift actions of SUNY Maritime College leadership and staff, as the campus now serves as a staging area for hundreds of relief and recovery workers.

November 1, 2012
SUNY Small Business Development Center Offers Assistance for Businesses Affected by Storm

Albany – The State University of New York’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) today began offering disaster relief services to business owners affected by Hurricane Sandy.

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October 2012


October 31, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher Provides Update on SUNY's Storm Recovery Efforts

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that most campuses have stabilized in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

October 22, 2012
State Comptrollers Report Confirms Need for Major Reforms Already Underway at SUNY Research Foundation.

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today received the final version of a report from the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

October 17, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher To Discuss College Costs at National Summit

New York City – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher tomorrow morning will join national leaders in higher education, government, philanthropy, and business at the TIME Summit of Higher Education.

October 16, 2012
R. Bruce McBride Appointed Commissioner of University Police

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the appointment of R. Bruce McBride as commissioner of University Police.

October 10, 2012
SUNY Receives $500,000 Grant For Reverse Transfer, Degree Planning Services

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that SUNY has received a $500,000 grant from Lumina Foundation to enhance student mobility within the system.

October 4, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor & United Way of NYC Board Member Nancy L. Zimpher

“Sheena Wright is a well-respected leader of education reform in New York City and across the country.

October 3, 2012
James King Named Chairman of National Association of Small Business Development Centers

Albany – The State University of New York and New York State Small Business Development Center (NYS SBDC) today announced that James King was recently elected Chairman of the Board for the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC).

October 2, 2012
SUNY Joins Colleges Nationwide in "A Commitment to the Future"

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that SUNY and nearly 500 public colleges across the country have signed on to “A Commitment to the Future”.

October 2, 2012
SUNY Community Colleges to Celebrate Completion Day

Albany — The State University of New York and City University of New York community colleges will celebrate NYS Completion Day tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 3.

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September 2012


September 28, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Charter Schools Committee to Meet

Albany – The Charter Schools Committee of the State University of New York Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. All SUNY trustees and members of the public are invited to attend.

September 27, 2012
Historic SUNY Plaza Building Goes Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that the SUNY Plaza building in downtown Albany will be lit with purple lights again this year.

September 24, 2012
U.S. Secretary of Labor Visits SUNY's Monroe Community College

Rochester – U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today visited Monroe Community College’s Applied Technologies Center to celebrate and highlight a $14.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.

September 24, 2012
Alumni to Gather at Citi Field for First SUNY-wide Event

Queens – Graduates of the State University of New York’s 64 campuses will join together tonight at Citi Field for the first SUNY-wide alumni event in recent history.

September 19, 2012
Zimpher: More Than $6 Million Redirected to Students in First Year of Shared Services Initiative

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that more than $6 million has been redirected to academic instruction and student services in the first year of SUNY’s system-wide shared services initiative.

September 19, 2012
SUNY Community Colleges Receive $14.6 Million Grant For Training & Education

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that the SUNY community colleges have received a $14.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.

September 17, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher Commends 34 "Military Friendly" SUNY Campuses

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today commended 34 SUNY campuses on being recognized as “military friendly” by top-rated national military publication, G.I. Jobs Magazine.

September 12, 2012
SUNY Board Appoints Dr. Robert J. Jones as University at Albany President

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Robert J. Jones as the 19th president of the University at Albany.

September 12, 2012
SUNY to Combat Student Debt with "Smart Track Campaign"

New York City – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and the SUNY Board of Trustees today announced the “SUNY Smart Track Campaign” to combat student debt.

September 12, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Commends Fundraising Efforts on Campuses

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today commended the system’s 64 campuses on fundraising efforts and philanthropic support.

September 7, 2012
SUNY Honors Student Achievement in the Arts

Empire State College, Stony Brook University Students Receive Awards

September 4, 2012
SUNY Receives $2.95 Million NSF Grant to Expand Education Pipeline with STEM Mentoring Across New York

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the award of a $2.95 million National Science Foundation grant to SUNY, the New York Academy of Sciences, and SUNY Empire State College.

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August 2012


August 27, 2012
SUNY Student Art On Display In Governor Cuomo's Office

Washington, DC – The State University of New York today announced that 14 pieces of art by SUNY students will be on display in Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Washington, DC office.

August 21, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Academic Medical Centers and Hospital Committee to Meet

New York – The Academic Medical Centers and Hospital Committee of the State University of New York Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Thursday, August 23, 2012, at 1:00 p.m.

August 8, 2012
Brookhaven Lab, SUNY, Research Foundation Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Education and Public Service Programs

Upton, NY – The U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory, the State University of New York (SUNY), and the Research Foundation for SUNY (RF) today formalized a Memorandum of Understanding.

August 2, 2012
SUNY Announces First Innovative Instruction Technology Grants

Albany – The State University of New York today announced recipients of the 2012 Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) program.

August 1, 2012
SUNY Board Appoints Dr. John F. Williams as President of Downstate Medical Center

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. John F. Williams president of Downstate Medical Center for a term that begins on or about August 20, 2012.

August 1, 2012
Dr. Daniel J. Julius Named Executive Director of SUNY Levin Institute

New York City – SUNY Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs Mitch Leventhal today named Dr. Daniel J. Julius as executive director of the SUNY Levin Institute.

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July 2012


July 31, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Finance and Administration Committee to Meet

New York City – A special meeting of the State University of New York Board of Trustees Finance and Administration Committee will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2012.

July 30, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees to Meet

New York City – A special meeting of the State University of New York Board of Trustees will be held at Noon on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at the College of Optometry in New York City.

July 25, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on Financial Aid Shopping Sheet

President Obama and his administration have got it right, and we look forward to continuing to work with them in championing financial aid transparency for students across the country.

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June 2012


June 28, 2012
SUNY Completes First Facilities Master Planning Effort in System History

Albany – In a first for the State University of New York and higher education nationally, SUNY today announced the completion of its Facilities Master Plan (FMP), which identifies the infrastructure needs on all

June 27, 2012
SUNY Helps Launch First National STEM Network

Dallas, TX – State University of New York Senior Vice Chancellor for Community Colleges and the Education Pipeline Johanna Duncan-Poitier today joined Battelle and 13 state STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)

June 26, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Discuss 'The Future of Education' at APLU Convocation

Washington, DC – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today joined U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, U.S. Under Secretary of Education Martha Kanter, former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates, and education officials

June 21, 2012
SUNY Welcomes New Board of Trustees Members

Albany – The State University of New York welcomed three new Board of Trustees members and applauded the reappointment of Trustee Marshall A. Lichtman, as confirmed today by the New York State Senate

June 20, 2012
SUNY Levin Institute, Empire State Development Facilitate Collaboration to Drive Economic Opportunities Across New York State

New York City – As part of the iNY series, the State University of New York Levin Institute and Empire State Development (ESD) this week brought together more than 150 investors, entrepreneurs, and supporters to develop

June 20, 2012
SUNY's Leadership Role in Global Higher Education Sustainability Movement Highlighted

Rio de Janeiro – The State University of New York’s leadership in the higher education sustainability movement was highlighted this week at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development – Rio+20 – in Rio de Janeiro.

June 15, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Honors Excellence Among Faculty and Staff

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced 289 faculty and staff members as recipients of the 2011-12 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence.

June 13, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher Appoints Dr. Ian Taylor Officer-In-Charge of Downstate Medical Center

Brooklyn – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that she has appointed Dr. Ian Taylor as officer-in-charge of Downstate Medical Center, following President John C. LaRosa’s announcement that he is stepping down.

June 12, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Supports Downstate Medical Center During Financial Transformation

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today passed a resolution expressing its continued support for Downstate Medical Center’s academic mission and the critical role it plays

June 12, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Re-Establishes Committee on Charter Schools

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today re-established its Committee on Charter Schools, the work of which has been included in the Education, College Readiness and Success Committee since it was created

June 12, 2012
Board of Trustees, Chancellor Zimpher Call For "Tobacco-Free SUNY"

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today passed a resolution to support a “Tobacco-Free SUNY” policy and the development of New York State legislation that bans the use of tobacco on grounds and facilities

June 12, 2012
Top NSF Official to Serve as Research Foundation President & SUNY Vice Chancellor for Research.

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Timothy Killeen, Ph.D. as SUNY Vice Chancellor for Research, as previously recommended by SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher.

June 12, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Approves the Appointment of Margaret M. O'Connell as Interim President of Onondaga Community College

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today approved the appointment of Margaret M. O’Connell as interim president of Onondaga Community College, as previously approved by the OCC Board of Trustees.

June 6, 2012
SUNY to Host Conference on Collaborative Online International Learning

New York City – The State University of New York’s Center for Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) will host its 4th annual conference this week, June 7 and 8, at the SUNY Global Center in New York City.

June 5, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher Joins Vice President Joe Biden at the White House to Announce New Financial Aid Transparency Initiative

Washington, DC – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today joined Vice President Joe Biden in announcing that SUNY is among the first universities in the nation to embrace the Obama administration’s new

June 5, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Announces "Best Of" Student Art Awards

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the winners of this year’s Best of SUNY Student Art Exhibition, which showcases work by the top student artists from across SUNY

June 4, 2012
SUNY Releases 2012 Master Plan: Delivering on our Promise

Albany – The State University of New York today released its 2012 Master Plan: Delivering on Our Promise, which documents the system’s progress on its strategic planning goals and toward the 2012 initiatives outlined by

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May 2012


May 31, 2012
New York Network to Phase Out Operations Over Next 12 Months

Albany – New York Network, a video production service operated by the State University of New York, will phase out its operations over the next 12 months.

May 30, 2012
Chancellor Zimpher to Recommend Dr. Timothy Killeen as Research Foundation President and SUNY Vice Chancellor for Research

Albany – SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that she is recommending Timothy Killeen, Ph.D. for the dual position of President of the Research Foundation (RF) and SUNY Vice Chancellor for Research,

May 29, 2012
Maritime College Student Kevin Rea Sworn In As SUNY Trustee

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today welcomed SUNY Student Assembly president-elect Kevin Rea as the newest member of the SUNY Board of Trustees. Rea is a graduate student at SUNY Maritime College

May 24, 2012
SUNY Forms Task Force On Remedial Education

Albany – The State University of New York today announced the formation of the SUNY Remediation Task Force, which will determine how a collaborative effort between SUNY and K-12 school districts across New York

May 16, 2012
Malaysia Eyes National Education Reforms Based on Success of Pioneering US Program

New York -- Malaysia is preparing national level education reforms based on tactics pioneered in the US that are successfully raising student success throughout the school system, from very early childhood through completion of university or college.

May 14, 2012
Sovereign Bank through Santander Universities Provides Funding Boost to UCosmic®

Boston – Sovereign Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Banco Santander S.A., through its Santander Universities Global Division, today announced that it has awarded a U.S. $290,000 grant to accelerate the development of the UCosmic® Consortium.

May 11, 2012
Finger Lakes Hub Joins Empire State STEM Learning Network

Rochester – The State University of New York, together with education and business leaders in the Rochester area today announced the launch of the Finger Lakes STEM Hub of the Empire State STEM Learning Network (Empire STEM)

May 10, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints 21 Faculty to Distinguished Ranks

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today approved the appointments of 21 faculty to distinguished ranks – the highest system honors conferred upon SUNY instructional faculty.

May 10, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Carli Schiffner As Interim President of SUNY Canton

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Carli Schiffner interim president of SUNY Canton, effective Sept. 1, 2012. Dr. Schiffner is currently the college’s provost and vice president for academic affairs.

May 10, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Meg Benke Acting President of Empire State College

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Meg Benke as acting president of Empire State College, effective Sept. 1, 2012. Dr. Benke has served as the college’s provost and vice president of

May 10, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Approves the Appointment of Dr. Steve J. Tyrell As President of North Country Community College

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today approved the appointment of Dr. Steve J. Tyrell as president of North Country Community College, effective June 15, 2012.

May 10, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Clifton R. Wharton, Jr. As Chancellor Emeritus

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Clifton R. Wharton Jr. as chancellor emeritus, a title conferred to a past-chancellor of the system for just the third time in SUNY history.

May 10, 2012
Statement From Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on President Obama's Visit

“Today it was my honor to join Governor Andrew Cuomo as SUNY and the Capital District welcomed President Barack Obama to the University at Albany.

May 7, 2012
Education & Community Leaders Launch The Albany Promise Cradle-To-Career Partnership

Albany – SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and education, government, and community leaders in the City of Albany today launched The Albany Promise Cradle-to-Career Partnership, which brings together regional civic organizations,

May 2, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Honors 79 Scholar Athletes

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced 79 recipients of the 2011-12 Scholar Athlete Award, which recognizes outstanding academic excellence and athletic achievement.

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April 2012


April 30, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher

"I am honored to have been asked by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to serve as a member of the New NY Education Reform Commission. There is no doubt in my mind that New York has the capacity to lead the nation,

April 23, 2012
SUNY, Center for Economic Growth Announce Capital District STEMSmart Alliance

Albany – The State University of New York, Center for Economic Growth, and Capital District education and business leaders today announced the formation of the Tech Valley STEMSmart Alliance, which will bring area partners

April 23, 2012
SUNY Chancellor, 21st Century Commission on the Future of Community Colleges Release Report

Orlando – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher joined colleagues from across the country this weekend for the release of Reclaiming the American Dream: Community Colleges and the Nation’s Future,

April 19, 2012
SUNY Launches Cooperative Education Programs at 9 Campuses

Albany – The State University of New York today launched full-scale cooperative education programs at nine SUNY campuses and explored more opportunities for service learning, as part of its inaugural Experiential Learning Summit,

April 17, 2012
SUNY Chancellor's Award for Internationalization Winners Announced

Albany – The State University of New York today announced five recipients of the 2012-2013 Chancellor’s Award for Internationalization (CAFI), which encourages the establishment of new and innovative study abroad programs

April 5, 2012
SUNY Announces New China Partnership for Business Education

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jiangsu Development and Reform Commission to create a SUNY-operated executive education program

April 4, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher Recognizes Student Success

Albany – SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center honored more than 300 college students from SUNY campuses throughout the state, presenting 257 with the 2012 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence,

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March 2012


March 28, 2012
SUNY Board Establishes Distinguished Academy

Brockport - The State University of New York Board of Trustees today established the SUNY Distinguished Academy, which will be comprised of all active faculty at any of the system’s 64 campuses who hold a distinguished rank,

March 28, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Virginia Horvath as President of SUNY Fredonia

Brockport — The State University of New York Board of Trustees today unanimously appointed Dr. Virginia Horvath as president of SUNY Fredonia, effective July 1, 2012. With this appointment, Dr. Horvath becomes the first female president

March 27, 2012
SUNY Leaders React to New York State Budget Agreement

Albany – State University of New York officials issued the following statements regarding the 2012-13 New York State budget agreement announced today by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos, and Assembly Speaker

March 22, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher to Recommend Virginia Horvath as President of SUNY Fredonia

Fredonia — State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that she will recommend Virginia Horvath to be the next president of SUNY Fredonia. Consideration of the appointment will take place at the

March 15, 2012
SUNY Campuses Receive Presidential Recognition for Community Service

Albany – Sixteen SUNY colleges and universities were named by President Barack Obama to the 2012 Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, recognizing their commitment to bettering their communities through community service and

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February 2012


February 13, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on President Obama's 2013 Budget

“President Obama’s 2013 budget puts his recent focus on education into action, and is a signal to college and university leaders across the country that now is the time to engage in rebuilding the ways we teach and learn in America.

February 9, 2012
Sichuan University Troupe to Tour SUNY Campuses

New York City – The State University of New York today announced that the Sichuan University Troupe, one of the earliest university troupes in the western part of China, will offer a series of performances for the Chinese New Year at four

February 1, 2012
SUNY Board Chairman H. Carl McCall Announces Pedro Noguera's Resignation

Albany – SUNY Board Chairman H. Carl McCall today announced that Trustee Pedro Noguera has informed him that he is resigning from the SUNY Board of Trustees.

February 1, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Delivers Testimony on 2012-13 Executive Budget

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today delivered testimony on the Governor’s 2012-13 Executive Budget proposal at a joint meeting of the fiscal and higher education committees of the State Legislature.

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January 2012


January 25, 2012
SUNY Board Outlines Plan to Increase Use of Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs)

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today outlined an aggressive plan for SUNY campuses and System Administration to help New York State meet and exceed its goals for the utilization of Minority- and Women-owned

January 25, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Supports 2012 Plan Outlined by Chancellor Zimpher's State of the University Address

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today passed a resolution in support of the system’s goals for 2012, as outlined by Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher in her Jan. 9 State of the University Address.

January 25, 2012
SUNY Board of Trustees Supports DREAM Act Concept

New York City – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today passed a resolution in support of equitable financial and educational access to higher education for all New Yorkers, including its undocumented immigrants, as intended by the

January 25, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on President Obama's 2012 State of the Union Address

“I applaud President Obama for his continued commitment to better educating Americans, from cradle through career. When I met with the President last month, he was focused on tackling the ‘iron triangle’ of higher education

January 17, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Executive Budget

“Governor Cuomo has once again proven to be SUNY's champion. He has clearly made the improvement of our state’s education system a top priority for 2012-13, and I applaud him for doing so in what continues to be a difficult economic climate.

January 13, 2012
SUNY to Co-Sponsor Annual New York State Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Observance

Albany – The State University of New York will again co-sponsor the Annual New York State Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Observance on Monday, Jan. 16, beginning at 9:45 a.m. at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, N.Y.

January 9, 2012
SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher: "Systemness" To Drive Success In 2012

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today delivered her 2012 State of the University Address, unveiling plans to “get down to business” following a year of milestone accomplishments.

January 5, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on Speaker Sheldon Silver's State of the State Presentation

“We are thrilled that Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver has made a commitment to increase support for SUNY’s community colleges.

January 5, 2012
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's State of the State Address

“Governor Cuomo continues to be a champion for the State University. He has it right: SUNY is a great equalizer for New Yorkers, and it will provide our state with an infinite return on its investment as SUNY drives economic

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