June 2014


June 26, 2014
New York State Cradle To Career Alliance Welcomes 12th Community Partnership At Annual Convening

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and the New York State Cradle To Career Alliance today welcomed the newest community partnership – Geneva 2020 – to the state-wide network, which supports partnerships across New York
June 25, 2014
SUNY Chancellor, New York City Deputy Mayor to Host 3rd Annual Cradle To Career Convening

New York City – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher will be joined by New York City Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives Richard Buery tomorrow as SUNY convenes its third annual meeting of cradle-to-career
June 25, 2014
Board of Trustees Authorizes Final Agreement with Fortis Property Group for the Purchase of the LICH Complex that Includes NYU Langone Medical Center and Lutheran HealthCare Providing World-Class Medical Services

New York – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today voted unanimously to authorize the final agreement with Fortis
June 25, 2014
New High-Tech Advanced Manufacturing Program Starting This August at Onondaga Community College

The New York State Education Department has approved a certificate in Advanced Manufacturing – Machining program at Onondaga Community College. The one-year certificate program is designed to provide the skills
June 24, 2014
H. Carl McCall Reappointed as Chairman of SUNY Board of Trustees

Albany – The State University of New York today announced that H. Carl McCall has been reappointed as trustee and chairman of the SUNY Board of Trustees. Additionally, SUNY announced the appointment of

June 24, 2014
Governor Cuomo Partners with Leading Non-Profits to Increase Minority and Female Enrollment in STEM Incentive Program

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the state will partner with leading non-profit organizations to encourage underrepresented students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields of study in college.
June 23, 2014
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Combat Heroin, Opioid and Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation designed to combat the growing heroin and opioid epidemic in communities across the State.
June 22, 2014
SUNY Board of Trustees to Meet

Albany - The Board of Trustees of the State University of New York will meet on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at the times indicated below. Members of the public are invited to attend.
June 20, 2014
Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on National Energy Grants Awarded to Binghamton and Stony Brook University Researchers

“Scientific research and discovery taking place on SUNY campuses is a critical vessel for increased energy efficiency and environmental sustainability not only in New York State but across the country.
June 19, 2014
Statement from Chancellor Zimpher on Teacher Evaluation Proposal

"Unlike other states that have turned their backs on the Common Core, the bill proposed by Governor Cuomo is a sensible solution
June 19, 2014
Governor Cuomo and Legislative Leaders Announce Agreement on Package of Bills to Combat Heroin, Opioid and Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and legislative leaders today announced an agreement has been reached on a series of bills to help address the growing heroin and opioid epidemic, as well as prescription drug abuse, in New York State.
June 18, 2014
SUNY Chancellor Honors 83 Scholar Athletes

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced 83 recipients of the 2013-14 Scholar Athlete Award, which recognizes outstanding academic excellence and athletic achievement.
June 18, 2014
SUNY Chancellor Honors Excellence Among Faculty and Staff

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced 304 faculty and staff members as recipients of the 2013-14 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence.
June 17, 2014
Board of Trustees Endorses and Authorizes SUNY to Finalize Agreement with Fortis for the Purchase of the LICH Complex and for NYU Langone Medical Center and Lutheran Health Care to Provide World-Class Medical Services

Buffalo – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today unanimously endorsed the agreement in principle with Fortis Property Group for the purchase of the former Long Island College Hospital (LICH) complex
June 17, 2014
SUNY Board Names New Leadership at Buffalo State, Dutchess, Herkimer, and Maritime Colleges

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Katherine Conway-Turner as president of SUNY Buffalo State and Dr. Michael Alfultis as president of SUNY Maritime College; and approved
June 16, 2014
SUNY To Convene Record Number of Businesses Owned By Minorities, Women, & Veterans At Economic Development Summit

Stony Brook – Tomorrow at Stony Brook University, The State University of New York and New Millennium Development Services, Inc. (NMDS) will convene small business owners and staff from the Long Island region to connect them with one another
June 15, 2014
Agreement in Principle Reached between SUNY and Fortis for the Purchase of the LICH Complex and for NYU Langone Medical Center and Lutheran HealthCare to Provide World-Class Health Care

Albany – The State University of New York today announced an agreement in principle with Fortis Property Group for the purchase of the former Long Island College Hospital (LICH) complex.
June 13, 2014
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 June 16 and 17, 2014, at the times indicated below. Members of the public are invited to attend.
June 12, 2014
Year-Round Farmers’ Market Comes To SUNY Plaza

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher, in partnership with Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s FreshConnect initiative, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, the City of Albany, and the Downtown

June 11, 2014
Statement from Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on $10 Million Gift to SUNY

“Congratulations to SUNY Broome on receiving the largest philanthropic gift in its history, $10 million to establish the Paul and Mary Calice and Mildred Barton Memorial Scholarship Fund.
June 11, 2014
Chancellor Zimpher Announces SUNY Plaza to Host Year-Round Farmers’ Market in Downtown Albany

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher tomorrow will host Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, Ag and Markets Commissioner Richard Ball, the Downtown Albany Business Improvement District, and the community to announce
June 11, 2014
Governor Cuomo Announces Statewide Initiative to Combat Heroin Use

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a statewide initiative to combat the rise of heroin use. The multi-faceted approach includes the addition of 100 experienced investigators to the State Police Community
June 10, 2014
Chancellor Zimpher Announces “Best of SUNY” 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 top student artists from across SUNY.
June 10, 2014
Chancellor Zimpher Leads National Higher Ed Coalition To Support Common Core Standards

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today joined higher education leaders nationally to announce the formation of Higher Ed for Higher Standards, a new coalition that will serve as a vehicle for mobilizing
June 10, 2014
SUNY To Host Summit for Small Business Owners

Stony Brook – At Stony Brook University next week, The State University of New York and New Millennium Development Services, Inc. next week will convene small business owners and staff from the Long Island region

June 10, 2014
Chancellor Zimpher, Higher Ed Leaders To Make Common Core Announcement

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher will join higher education leaders from across the country today at 11:00 a.m. to make an announcement about the Common Core State Standards.
June 9, 2014
SUNY Chancellor To Award “Best Of SUNY” Art By Students

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher tomorrow will announce the winners of the 2014 “Best Of SUNY” Student Art Exhibition, which showcases student artwork from across SUNY over the past year.
June 9, 2014
Governor Cuomo Announces Third Round of New York State Master Teacher Applications

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the State University of New York is now accepting a third round of applications for the New York State Master Teacher Program.
June 9, 2014
Empire State College Student Lori Mould Sworn In As SUNY Trustee

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and the SUNY Board of Trustees today welcomed Empire State College Student Lori Mould, who was sworn into her one-year term with the Board at a ceremony held in Albany today.
June 5, 2014
Higher Ed Leaders in New York, Maryland, Tennessee Join in Support of the Common Core

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher, University System of Maryland Chancellor William E. Kirwan, and Tennessee Board of Regents
June 5, 2014
Lumina Foundation Announces $160,000 for The Albany Promise to Increase Educational Attainment

Albany - State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher, City School District of Albany Superintendent Marguerite Vanden Wyngarrd, and University at Albany President Robert J. Jones today announced
June 4, 2014
SUNY Trustees Approve Seven New Charter Schools

ew York – Upon recommendation of the SUNY Charter Schools Institute, the SUNY Trustees’ Charter Schools Committee today approved seven resolutions to establish seven new charter schools
June 4, 2014
Governor Cuomo Announces First Wave of Businesses to Expand or Locate in New York State

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that 12 businesses will expand or locate in New York as a result of START-UP NY, representing the first wave of companies participating in the new initiative that creates
June 4, 2014
Governor Cuomo Announces Buffalo Information Technologies Innovation and Commercialization Hub To Be Housed at Key Center.

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the Buffalo Information Technologies Innovation and Commercialization Hub, with IBM as its first anchor tenant, will be housed at Key Center in downtown Buffalo.
June 3, 2014
Energy-Saving Bus Stop, Doormats, Speed Bumps Among Projects Awarded SUNY Small Grant Sustainability Funds

Albany – SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced the winners of the 2014 Small Grant Sustainability Fund Awards.

June 2, 2014
Statement from SUNY Board of Trustees Chairman H. Carl McCall

“We are making good progress with Fortis as we work toward achieving our goals of providing a long term health care solution for the community and protecting our students and campuses from continued financial losses.
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