March 2026


March 31, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights Student Success Supports During Visit to SUNY Potsdam

Potsdam, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted basic needs support during a visit to SUNY Potsdam. During his visit, Chancellor King joined SUNY Potsdam President Suzanne Smith, as well as students, faculty,

March 30, 2026
Celebrating New York State's Outstanding Teachers: Governor Hochul Announces Applications Are Open For Master Teacher Program

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced applications are open for the Master Teacher Program and Master Counselors, which recognizes more than 1,600 outstanding public school teachers and counselors throughout the state. Those selected for the program
March 30, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates Expansion of SUNY Maritime Pay It Forward Fund

Bronx, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. celebrated the expansion of the successful SUNY Maritime Pay It Forward Fund initiative during a visit to the SUNY Maritime campus. The effort, first announced in 2024, helped
March 27, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Guaranteed Transfer Pathway Agreement Between Westchester Community College and SUNY Purchase College

Valhalla, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced a new Guaranteed Pathway Agreement between Westchester Community College and SUNY Purchase College. Through the agreement, students enrolled in associate degree
March 26, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Joins Empire State Service Corps Members to Combat Food Insecurity During Day of Service

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today joined members of SUNY's Empire State Service Corps from throughout the Capital Region at the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York to prepare meal kits to support New
March 26, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates Spring Sports with Visit to Cortland vs Potsdam Lacrosse Game

Cortland, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the numerous opportunities to watch SUNY's athletic teams compete in games across New York State. Last evening, Chancellor King attended the women's lacrosse
March 25, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Educational Opportunity Program Scholars Program Expansion During SUNY Cortland Visit

Cortland, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the expansion of SUNY Cortland's Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Scholars Program during a campus visit. SUNY Chancellor King and SUNY Cortland President
March 25, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Veterinary Research During Visit to the New York State College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University

Ithaca, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted groundbreaking veterinary research advancements at the New York State College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University during a tour with Dean Lorin Warnick
March 24, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates First “SUNY Maritime Day” at New York State Capitol

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated SUNY Maritime College during the inaugural SUNY Maritime Day at the New York State Capitol. SUNY Maritime leaders and students from the SUNY Maritime Regiment of
March 23, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Joins Students for a Roundtable on Emergency Aid Grants

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. held a roundtable with SUNY students to discuss how emergency aid grants have made the pathway to higher education more accessible. The emergency aid funds span 47 of SUNY's
March 19, 2026
Chancellor King and NYS Association of Counties Announce Partnership to Launch SUNY Student Paid Internships at County Governments

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. and the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) today announced a new initiative to help SUNY students secure paid internships with county governments and local agencies
March 19, 2026
Chancellor King and SUNY Students Highlight Educational Opportunity Program During Information Session

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. highlighted the importance of SUNY's Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) during an information session held at Schenectady High School in the Capital Region.
March 18, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates SUNY Research Excellence During Expo Event for State Leaders

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. highlighted research conducted across SUNY showcased at the SUNY Research Expo in Albany. SUNY's Research Expo was held at the Legislative Office Building and featured research
March 12, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Program Expansion to Close the Internship Gap for Educational Opportunity Program Students

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced at the SUNY Board of Trustees meeting a major program expansion to close the internship gap for every student in SUNY's Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity
March 12, 2026
Governor Hochul Announces the Expansion of Child Care Services at SUNY Community Colleges

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the expansion of child care services at 11 SUNY community colleges to include evenings and weekends to better align with the schedules of student parents enrolled in high-demand programs, including SUNY Reconnect
March 11, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces the Winners of the 2026 Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced this year’s winners of the Chancellor’s Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award. This honor celebrates the best PhD dissertations that address critical issues in our
March 10, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates SUNY EOP Students with Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for Student Excellence

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today recognized the achievements of 49 students in SUNY's Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) who were honored with the Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for Student
March 10, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Kicks Off SUNY’s Annual Mascot Madness Tournament

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today kicked off this year's SUNY Mascot Madness competition. The annual competition is an opportunity for communities around the state to rally around local SUNY campuses
March 9, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Welcomes New York City Students to Explore Agriculture Programs During SUNY College Fair

Manhattan, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted agriculture programs available on SUNY campuses as students from throughout New York City attended a college fair and information session at the SUNY Global
March 9, 2026
Chancellor King and Rockefeller Institute President Megna Announces New Study Finding SUNY's Economic Impact in New York State is More Than $35 Billion

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. and Rockefeller Institute of Government President Robert Megna today announced that a new report from the Rockefeller Institute of Government finds that the SUNY system generates
March 9, 2026
Chancellor King Applauds SUNY Empire State Service Corps Students on Historic Turnout for Read Across America Week

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today applauded members of SUNY's Empire State Service Corps for participating in the Read Across America weeklong program. The theme of the 2026 Read Across America event was
March 6, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Alumna Representing SUNY on Team USA During Winter Paralympic Games

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the SUNY alumna that is part of Team USA and will be participating in the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games. Kelsey O'Driscoll is a SUNY Adirondack alumna who will
March 4, 2026
Governor Hochul Announces Applications Open for 2026–27 Empire State Service Corps Program

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that applications open for the third year of the Empire State Service Corps program. SUNY undergraduate or graduate students are encouraged to apply on the SUNY website between now and April 17 for one of 1,000 p
March 2, 2026
Statement from Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees on Women’s History Month

"Women's History Month offers us the opportunity to remember the trailblazers who overcame injustice and inequality to help create a more just society. We recognize and celebrate the achievements of these women whose vision, resilience, and impact