May 2026


May 29, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights SUNY's Health Care Workforce Excellence During Simulation Showcase

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. highlighted SUNY's health care workforce excellence during the SUNY Health Care Simulation Showcase this week. The convening, held at the SUNY System Administration Building in
May 28, 2026
Statement from Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees on the Enacted FY2026-27 State Budget

"SUNY is on the move, and we are grateful for the strong support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature and their continued investment in our students and campuses. SUNY is expanding what it means to deliver affordable academic excellence
May 27, 2026
Chancellor King Highlights SUNY’s Faculty Leadership and Digital Learning Excellence at 2026 Conference on Instruction and Technology

Stony Brook, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted SUNY's academic excellence during the 2026 Conference on Instruction and Technology. The annual conference, hosted this year by the State University of New
May 25, 2026
Statement from Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees on Memorial Day

"On Memorial Day, we take time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, our values, and our fellow Americans. Over the past 250 years, since the birth of the United States of America, we have relied on heroes
May 22, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Second Class of Participants in SUNY Maritime Pay It Forward Fund

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the second class of participants in the SUNY Maritime Pay It Forward Fund. The initiative provides financial assistance and supportive services for students
May 21, 2026
Remarks As Prepared: SUNY Chancellor King Delivers Commencement Speech During SUNY Erie’s 2026 Graduation Ceremony

Buffalo, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. addressed SUNY Erie Community College’s graduating Class of 2026 last evening. He proudly joined SUNY Trustees Eunice A. Lewin and Candice Vacin, SUNY Erie President Adiam Tsegai
May 19, 2026
SUNY Board Trustees Celebrate 2026 Graduating Students at Commencement Events Throughout New York State

Albany, NY – As commencements continue statewide across the State University of New York colleges and universities, SUNY Board of Trustee members have been traveling the state to celebrate the graduating class of 2026. From Buffalo to Long Island
May 19, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates 60 Years of SUNY’s Educational Opportunity Centers Service and Success

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated 60 years of Educational Opportunity Centers empowering adult learners towards upward mobility. In 1966, former Assembly Deputy Speaker Arthur O. Eve championed
May 14, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Partnership to Expand Pathways to Healthcare Careers for Military Service Members

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced a new partnership with the Defense Health Agency's Medical Education and Training Campus (METC) to create expanded educational pathways for service members pursuing
May 13, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates Student Excellence in the Arts

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the recipients of the annual Thayer Fellowship of the Arts and the Patricia Kerr Ross Award winners – Bianca Calá, a dancer and senior at SUNY Purchase College, and
May 11, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Launches Interactive Mental Health Resource Finder as Part of Mental Health Awareness Month

Albany, NY — In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today launched the SUNY Mental Health Resource Finder to help support students, faculty, and staff, as well as concerned loved ones,
May 8, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates SUNY Women's Lacrosse Teams Advancing to NCAA Division I and Division III Championship Tournaments

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated the State University of New York at Albany and the State University of New York at Stony Brook women's lacrosse teams as they advance to the National Collegiate
May 8, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Partnership with City Year to Provide Academic Credit for Prior Learning through Service

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced a groundbreaking partnership with the nonprofit City Year and the National College Credit Recommendation Service that recognizes academic credits for learning
May 7, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates SUNY Cortland and SUNY Maritime Men’s Lacrosse Teams Advancing to NCAA Division III Championship Tournament

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated the SUNY Cortland and SUNY Maritime men's lacrosse teams as they advanced to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III championship
May 6, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Celebrates State University of New York at Albany and Stony Brook Men’s Lacrosse Teams Advancing to NCAA Championship Tournament

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated the State University of New York at Albany and State University of New York at Stony Brook men's lacrosse teams as they advance to the National Collegiate
May 6, 2026
Chancellor King Visits SUNY Genesee Community College as Part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour

Batavia, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited SUNY Genesee Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote New York
May 5, 2026
Chancellor King Celebrates Research Excellence with SUNY GREAT Awards for Graduate Researchers

Albany, NY – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today recognized 41 recipients of the Graduate Research Empowering and Accelerating Talent (GREAT) Awards. Each year, the GREAT Awards recognize graduate student researchers across
May 4, 2026
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Mental Health and Wellness Events Across SUNY System as Part of Mental Health Awareness Month

Albany, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today highlighted the events organized by SUNY students, faculty, and staff to promote mental health awareness and provide information about student support services available on
May 1, 2026
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Orange County Community College

Middletown, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited Orange County Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to promote
May 1, 2026
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Sullivan County Community College

Loch Sheldrake, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited Sullivan County Community College as part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour. Chancellor King has been visiting SUNY community colleges throughout the state to