May 2015


May 27, 2015
Binghamton University Student Thomas D. Mastro Sworn In As SUNY Trustee

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and the SUNY Board of Trustees today welcomed Binghamton University student Thomas D. Mastro as the Board’s newest member.
May 26, 2015
Statement from Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on MaryEllen Elia’s Appointment as Education Commissioner

"Having attended two SUNY institutions before embarking on her successful teaching career, MaryEllen Elia is familiar with the immense value of a New York State education
May 26, 2015
Thomas D. Mastro To Be Sworn In As SUNY Trustee

Albany – Binghamton University Junior Thomas D. Mastro, who was recently elected president of the SUNY Student Assembly by his peers, will be sworn in as a member of the SUNY Board of Trustees tomorrow.
May 22, 2015
SUNY Board of Trustees Audit Committee to Meet

Albany – The Audit Committee of the State University of New York Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. All SUNY trustees and members of the public are invited to attend.
May 21, 2015
Chancellor Zimpher Announces SUNY Grants for Innovative Study Abroad at Four Campuses

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced four winners of the 2015-16 Chancellor’s Grants for Innovative Study Abroad Programs, which supports unique international education opportunities for students.
May 20, 2015
Governor Cuomo: 'Enough is Enough' on campus sex assaults

An epidemic of campus sexual assault is spreading across the country and shockingly, New York has more schools being investigated for possible violations of federal law over the handling of sexual violence and harassment complaints than any
May 18, 2015
SUNY Adds Completion Tools for Students as System Aims to Graduate 150,000 Students Per Year

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher today announced that all students enrolled at SUNY’s 64 campuses, and those attending online through Open SUNY, will have access to interactive degree planning services by the end of
May 13, 2015
SUNY Awards $525,000 for Campus Collaborations in Materials and Advanced Manufacturing Research

Albany – The State University of New York, through the Research Foundation for SUNY (RF), today announced $525,000 in funding for projects supported by the Materials and Advanced Manufacturing (MAM) Network of Excellence.
May 13, 2015
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints 18 Faculty to Distinguished Ranks

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees recently approved the appointments of 18 faculty to the Distinguished Faculty Rank (DFR). All distinguished faculty in active service within SUNY are also members of the SUNY Distinguished
May 11, 2015
State University Construction Fund Board of Trustees to Meet

Albany – On Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m., the State University Construction Fund Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at The State University Plaza, 353 Broadway, Room S-429, Albany, New York.

May 6, 2015
SUNY Board Calls for Expanded Applied Learning Opportunities for Students

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees, in accordance with the 2015-16 New York State Budget, today adopted a resolution calling for SUNY to collaboratively develop a plan to ensure that all students enrolled in
May 6, 2015
SUNY Board Announces Leadership at Brockport, Morrisville, Orange, Schenectady Campuses

Albany – The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Heidi Macpherson as president of the College at Brockport and Dr. David Rogers as president of SUNY Morrisville. The Trustees also approved the appointments of

May 1, 2015
Chancellor Zimpher’s Artwork on Display at The University Club in Albany

Albany – State University of New York Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher was recently announced as The University Club’s third “Artist in Residence.” Her artwork will be on display through August and consists largely of watercolor paintings inspired by
May 1, 2015
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 May 5 and 6, 2015, at the times indicated below. Members of the public are invited to attend.