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Jane Morale ’80 (left) of Penfield, N.Y., is the recipient of the 2025 Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award from the Julia E. Crane Alumni Association at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music. She is seen here after accepting the award from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right) at Reunion 2025.

Crane School of Music Alumni Board Honors Jane Morale '80 with Music Teaching Award

The Julia E. Crane Alumni Association recently honored Jane Morale '80 of Penfield, N.Y., with the Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award during Reunion 2025 at SUNY Potsdam. The Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award is prese...

Jul 16, 2025, 11:00am EDT

Robert Wagner ’75 of Clifton Park, N.Y., is the recipient of the 2025 Minerva Award from the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association. He is seen here accepting the honor from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne R. Smith at Reunion 2025.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Present 2025 Minerva Award to Robert Wagner '75

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently presented the Minerva Award, its highest honor, to Robert Wagner '75 of Clifton Park, N.Y., during Reunion 2025. The Minerva Award is presented annually to a graduate who has demonstrated outstanding profes...

Jul 16, 2025, 9:00am EDT

Shavon Lloyd ’19 (left) of Middletown, N.Y., is a recipient of the 2025 Rising Star Award from the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association. He is seen here with SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right), who presented him with the honor at Reunion 2025.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Name Shavon Lloyd '19 a 'Rising Star'

The State University of New York at Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored Shavon Lloyd '19 of Middletown, N.Y., with the College's Rising Star Award, during Reunion 2025. The Rising Star Award is presented to SUNY Potsdam alumni who have demonst...

Jul 15, 2025, 5:00pm EDT

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association has named Dr. Alan Hersker (left) of Oxbow, N.Y., an honorary alumnus. He is seen here after accepting the award from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right) at Reunion 2025.

SUNY Potsdam Names Dr. Alan L. Hersker an Honorary Alumnus

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored longtime faculty member and outgoing Interim Provost Dr. Alan L. Hersker of Oxbow, N.Y., with Honorary Lifetime Membership, during a ceremony at Reunion 2025. Honorary Lifetime Membership is presen...

Jul 15, 2025, 4:00pm EDT

Peter Galloway ’83 of West Chester, Pa., seen at left, is the recipient of the 2025 Donald L. Tompkins Distinguished Service Award from SUNY Potsdam’s Alumni Association. SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right) presented the award at Reunion 2025.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Honor Peter Galloway '83 with Donald L. Tompkins Distinguished Service Award

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored Peter Galloway '83 of West Chester, Pa., with the Donald L. Tompkins Distinguished Service Award during Reunion 2025. The Donald L. Tompkins Distinguished Service Award is presented to alumni of Th...

Jul 15, 2025, 2:41pm EDT

Kristie Farr ’92 & ’95 (left) of Hailesboro, N.Y., is the recipient of the 2025 St. Lawrence Academy Medal from the SUNY Potsdam School of Education Alumni Association. She is seen here with SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith at Reunion 2025.

SUNY Potsdam Education Alumni Honor Kristie Farr '92 & '95 with 2025 St. Lawrence Academy Medal

The SUNY Potsdam School of Education Alumni Association recently honored Kristie Farr '92 & '95 of Hailesboro, N.Y., with the St. Lawrence Academy Medal during Reunion 2025. The St. Lawrence Academy Medal is presented to a SUNY Potsdam graduate who h...

Jul 15, 2025, 1:32pm EDT

SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music recently hosted more than 200 campers for Crane Youth Music, an immersive musical experience for young musicians ages 12 to 18.

Crane School of Music Hosts 52nd Season of Crane Youth Music

SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music proudly welcomed more than 200 talented young musicians for the 52nd season of Crane Youth Music, a beloved summer tradition that offers an immersive and inspiring musical experience for students ages 12 to 18. "Fo...

Jul 14, 2025, 10:00am EDT

James M. Cruikshank ’92 & ’97 is the interim dean of SUNY Potsdam’s School of Education and Professional Studies.

SUNY Potsdam Welcomes James M. Cruikshank '92 & '97 as Interim Dean of The School of Education & Professional Studies

SUNY Potsdam is proud to announce the appointment of James M. Cruikshank '92 & '97 as interim dean of The School of Education and Professional Studies. A seasoned educational leader and proud alumnus, Cruikshank assumed the new role on July 2, followin...

Jul 8, 2025, 3:42pm EDT

"Something Rotten!" is now in rehearsal at SUNY Potsdam's Performing Arts Center, to be presented as the Community Performance Series summer musical from July 9 to 13.

Community Performance Series Presents 2025 Summer Musical Production of 'Something Rotten!'

Community Performance Series will present a production of "Something Rotten!" this summer at SUNY Potsdam. The production will run from Wednesday, July 9, through Sunday, July 13, with five showtimes. "Something Rotten!" is a hit Broadway musical come...

Jul 1, 2025, 10:56am EDT

SUNY Potsdam will welcome back alumni and friends for Reunion 2025, from July 8 to 13. For a full schedule and to register, visit www.potsdam.edu/reunion.

Reconnect and Celebrate: SUNY Potsdam Gears Up for Reunion 2025

SUNY Potsdam is preparing to welcome back more than 500 alumni, emeriti and supporters for Reunion 2025, from Tuesday, July 8 to Sunday, July 13. Reunion will feature a diverse lineup of events and activities, including campus tours, engaging discussi...

Jun 26, 2025, 8:00am EDT

About SUNY Potsdam

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America’s first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit www.potsdam.edu.