April 2026


April 30, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Second Class of Awardees of Chancellor’s Horizon Award for Faculty Research and Scholarship

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the second class of faculty member awardees of the Chancellor's Horizon Award for Faculty Research and Scholarship. The award honors early-career faculty research
April 29, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Launch of Neurodiversity Training for SUNY Student Leaders

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the launch of neurodiversity training for student leaders. The training, developed by Universal Design for Learning at SUNY, in collaboration with Empire State
April 29, 2026
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Hudson Valley Community College

Troy, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited Hudson Valley Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote New York's
April 28, 2026
SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Jennifer Burris as the Next President of SUNY Buffalo State University

Albany, NY — The State University of New York Board of Trustees voted today to name Dr. Jennifer Burris as president of SUNY Buffalo State University. Dr. Burris currently serves as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs...
April 28, 2026
SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Nicole Reaves as the Next President of SUNY Schenectady County Community College

Albany, NY — The State University of New York Board of Trustees voted today to appoint Dr. Nicole Reaves as the eighth president of SUNY Schenectady County Community College.

April 28, 2026
Chancellor King Announces Expansion of SUNY Higher Education in Prison Opportunities at Facilities Across New York State

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced that SUNY's Higher Education in Prison Program (OHEP) will expand academic opportunities for incarcerated New Yorkers from 24 state-run facilities to 29 facilities
April 27, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates 205 Students with SUNY's Highest Honor for Academic Excellence and Leadership

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated 205 students from all 64 SUNY campuses with the Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence (CASE). This award recognizes SUNY students for outstanding achievements
April 27, 2026
In Recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, Chancellor King Highlights Apprenticeship Programs at SUNY

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted SUNY's apprenticeship programs during National Apprenticeship Week. National Apprenticeship Week is an annual nationwide celebration for employers, education
April 27, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates Arbor Day During Visit to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. highlighted the efforts of students, faculty, and staff to promote climate actions and celebrate Arbor Day. Throughout the SUNY system, campuses have been hosting tree plantings
April 24, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates Student Achievements at 2026 SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference

Syracuse, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted undergraduate researchers during the 2026 SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference (SURC) held at SUNY Upstate Medical University. The annual conference brings
April 24, 2026
Chancellor King Visits SUNY Cayuga Community College as Part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour

Auburn, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited SUNY Cayuga Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote
April 23, 2026
SUNY Chancellor Visits Finger Lakes Community College as Part of SUNY Reconnect Tour

Canandaigua, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited Finger Lakes Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote
April 23, 2026
Chancellor King Visits SUNY Geneseo to Tour Kodak Advanced Electrophysiology Lab

Geneseo, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited SUNY Geneseo to tour the campus’s Kodak Advanced Electrophysiology Lab. During his visit, Chancellor King highlighted the excellent neuroscience and pharmaceutical
April 23, 2026
Chancellor King Announces Expansion of School of Nursing at SUNY Brockport During Campus Visit

Brockport, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the expansion of SUNY Brockport's School of Nursing during a visit to the campus. As part of the expansion, SUNY Brockport's Hartwell Hall will undergo a
April 23, 2026
Chancellor King Launches Community College Honors Transfer Pathway Program During Visit to SUNY Geneseo

Geneseo, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today joined SUNY Geneseo President Melinda Treadwell to launch a new Community College Honors Pathway program that will connect students at SUNY community colleges statewide
April 22, 2026
Chancellor King Announces Winner of Annual Radley Fellowship Program

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the winner of the annual Dr. Virginia Radley SUNY Fellowship Program for SUNY faculty members. The winner of this year's Radley Fellowship is Dr. Jasmin Thomas
April 20, 2026
During Earth Week, SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates Climate and Sustainability Action Progress

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. celebrated SUNY's progress achieving the goals of its inaugural Climate and Sustainability Action Plan as part of SUNY's Earth Week events. SUNY has reduced greenhouse emissions
April 17, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights Partnership with Environmental Conservation Organization Para La Naturaleza During 2026 SOMOS Conference

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. highlighted the partnership between SUNY and the environmental conservation organization Para La Naturaleza during the 2026 SOMOS Conference in Albany.

April 16, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Environmental Actions Across SUNY System as Part of Earth Day Recognition

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the efforts of students, faculty, and staff to promote sustainability as part of Earth Day observance at campuses throughout the SUNY system.
April 14, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights SUNY’s Artificial Intelligence Leadership During SUNY AI Symposium

Stony Brook, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted SUNY's leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) during the SUNY AI Symposium. The event, hosted by the State University of New York at Stony Brook
April 13, 2026
Statement from Chancellor King and the SUNY Board of Trustees on Yom HaShoah

"On Yom HaShoah, we remember the six million Jewish people and all those murdered at the hands of the Nazi regime and those who enabled them during the Holocaust. As we commemorate those who lost their lives and honor the survivors, we also
April 8, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights SUNY Commitment to Sustainable Practices at FIT’s Sustainable Business and Design Conference

New York, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today participated in the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) Sustainable Business and Design Conference and used the opportunity to celebrate FIT’s leadership in advancing
April 6, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates the Expansion of Paid Internship Opportunities for Students Across New York State

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted SUNY's commitment to paid internships that prepare students for their future during the 2026 SUNY Internship Summit. The inaugural internship summit brought
April 2, 2026
Chancellor King Announces Winner of SUNY’s Annual Mascot Madness Tournament

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the winner of SUNY's annual Mascot Madness competition, celebrating Red from SUNY Oneonta for winning the esteemed title of New York's favorite mascot and SUNY
April 1, 2026
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to North Country Community College

Saranac Lake, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. visited North Country Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote