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Edith Grossman ’15 of Cincinnati is a recipient of the 2023 Rising Star Award from the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Name Mezzo-Soprano Edith Grossman '15 a 'Rising Star'

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored Crane School of Music alumna Edith Grossman '15 of Cincinnati with the College's Rising Star Award during Reunion 2023. The Rising Star Award is presented to alumni who have demonstrated outstanding...

Jul 21, 2023, 1:00pm EDT

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association has named Brooks Washburn (left), an honorary alumnus. He is pictured here receiving the distinction from College President Dr. Suzanne Smith at Reunion 2023.

SUNY Potsdam Names Brooks Washburn an Honorary Alumnus

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored Brooks Washburn of Potsdam, N.Y., with Honorary Lifetime Membership, during a ceremony at Reunion 2023. Honorary Lifetime Membership is presented to non-alumni who have made exceptional contribution...

Jul 21, 2023, 12:00pm EDT

From left, Dr. Edwin Portugal, SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith and Susan Portugal at Reunion 2023. The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association has named the couple honorary alumni in recognition of their many contributions to the College.

SUNY Potsdam Names Edwin and Susan Portugal Honorary Alumni

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored the longtime faculty member Dr. Edwin Portugal and his wife Susan Portugal, both of Norwich, Conn., with Honorary Lifetime Membership, during a ceremony at Reunion 2023. Honorary Lifetime Membership...

Jul 21, 2023, 11:00am EDT

Jack Dring ’16 (left) of Toronto is a recipient of the 2023 Rising Star Award from the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association. He is pictured here receiving the distinction from College President Dr. Suzanne Smith at Reunion.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Name Jack Dring '16 a 'Rising Star'

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored Jack Dring '16 of Toronto with the College's Rising Star Award, during Reunion 2023. The Rising Star Award is presented to alumni who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement in the fi...

Jul 21, 2023, 10:00am EDT

Jacqueline McLean ’06 (left) of East Bethany, N.Y., was honored with the Dr. Lonel Woods Peace and Love Award from the Julia E. Crane Alumni Association at SUNY Potsdam’s Reunion 2023. She is pictured here receiving the honor from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right).

Crane School of Music Alumni Board Honors Jacqueline McLean '06 with Dr. Lonel Woods Peace and Love Award

The Julia E. Crane Alumni Association at SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music recently honored Jacqueline McLean '06 of East Bethany, N.Y., with the Dr. Lonel Woods Peace and Love Award during Reunion 2023. Named after Crane School of Music Dean Emeri...

Jul 20, 2023, 4:00pm EDT

Marjorie Hawthorne ’92 (left) of Oneida, N.Y., is the recipient of the 2023 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 receiving the distinction from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (right) at Reunion 2023.

Crane School of Music Alumni Board Honors Marjorie Hawthorne '92 with Music Teaching Award

The Julia E. Crane Alumni Association recently honored Marjorie Hawthorne '92 of Oneida, N.Y., with the Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award during Reunion 2023. The Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award is presented each ye...

Jul 20, 2023, 3:00pm EDT

Thomas Burns ’92 & ’97 (left) of Norwood, N.Y., is the recipient of the 2023 St. Lawrence Academy Medal from the SUNY Potsdam School of Education Alumni Association. He is seen here receiving the distinction from SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith at Reunion 2023.

SUNY Potsdam Education Alumni Honor Thomas Burns '92 & '97 with 2023 St. Lawrence Academy Medal

The SUNY Potsdam School of Education Alumni Association recently honored Thomas Burns '92 & '97 of Norwood, N.Y., with the St. Lawrence Academy Medal during Reunion 2023. The St. Lawrence Academy Medal is presented to a SUNY Potsdam graduate who has m...

Jul 20, 2023, 2:00pm EDT

SUNY Potsdam College Council Chair (Hon. ’99) of Morley, N.Y., left, poses with President Suzanne Smith after receiving the 2023 Donald L. Tompkins Distinguished Service Award from SUNY Potsdam’s Alumni Association.

SUNY Potsdam Alumni Recognize June O'Neill (Hon. '99) with Donald L . Tompkins Distinguished Service Award

The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored June O'Neill (Hon. '99) of Morley, N.Y., with the Donald L . Tompkins Distinguished Service Award during Reunion 2023. The Donald L . Tompkins Distinguished Service Award is presented to alumni wh...

Jul 20, 2023, 1:00pm EDT

SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne Smith (left) presents Eugene Olczak ’89 (center) with an Honorary Doctor of Science degree, along with Vice President for Advancement David Davin (right).

SUNY Potsdam Honors Eugene Olczak '89 with Honorary Doctorate

SUNY Potsdam alumnus Eugene Olczak '89 of Pittsford, N.Y., was recognized for his success as an innovative engineer and as an entrepreneur focused on sustainability, in a special ceremony at his alma mater on Friday, July 7. The State University of Ne...

Jul 10, 2023, 8:00am EDT

Meghan Janovsky ’07 & ’12 and Kyle Flint portray Morticia and Gomez Addams in “The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy,” presented by Community Performance Series from July 13 to 16 at SUNY Potsdam’s Performing Arts Center (Photo credit: Cory Williams).

Community Performance Series Presents 2023 Summer Musical Production of 'The Addams Family'

Community Performance Series will present a production of "The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy," based on the book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice with music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, this summer at SUNY Potsdam. The production will run from ...

Jul 3, 2023, 1:55pm 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.