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SUNY Potsdam's Gibson Gallery Marks Final Days of Photojournalism Exhibition by Stephan Savoia '75

Closing Reception for Pulitzer Prize-Winning Alumnus's Retrospective Set for Oct. 21 During Campaign Launch Week at SUNY Potsdam

Potsdam, NY (10/13/2026) — There's still time to experience four decades of photojournalism through the lens of Pulitzer Prize-winning alumnus Stephan Savoia '75, as his retrospective at SUNY Potsdam's Gibson Gallery enters its final days.

"F4 and See It: An Exhibition of Photojournalism" will remain on display until Saturday, Oct. 24, marking the conclusion of the exhibition, which first opened in July as part of Reunion 2026, before resuming after the start of the fall semester.

A closing reception will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the Gibson Gallery, as part of the launch week celebrations for Deeply Rooted, Future Focused: The Campaign for Potsdam.

The exhibition brings together iconic and striking photos from Savoia's 40-year career as a photographer for the Associated Press. The alumnus got his start taking photos for The Racquette, and moved on to earn a master's degree in photojournalism at the University of Missouri. Working for the AP, he photographed world events such as the Olympics, the 25th anniversary of Woodstock, the Super Bowl, the aftermath of 9/11, Somalian refugees, the Boston Marathon and presidential campaigns as far back as Ronald Reagan's second run for office. He even immersed himself in the lives of the Inuit peoples living in portions of Canada's Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

The Gibson Gallery, located in Brainerd Hall, is open Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free, and the exhibition space is wheelchair-accessible.

For more information about the Gibson Gallery, call (315) 267-3290, email foundationart@potsdam.edu, or visit www.potsdam.edu/gallery.

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 2,500 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.

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Stephan Savoia talks during an event at Reunion at SUNY Potsdam.

Award-winning photojournalist Stephan Savoia ’75 presented a retrospective based on his career in SUNY Potsdam’s Gibson Gallery beginning this summer at Reunion. The show will conclude on Oct. 24.

A visitor looks at photos by Stephan Savoia at SUNY Potsdam's Gibson Gallery.

Visitors to Reunion 2026 view works by award-winning photojournalist Stephan Savoia ’75 at SUNY Potsdam’s Gibson Gallery. The exhibition will remain up through Saturday, Oct. 24, with a closing reception to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 5 p.m.

Katelin Babbitt and SharonMarie Bartz post works by Stephan Savoia at the Gibson Gallery.

Katelin Babbitt '26, center, and SharonMarie Bartz '27, right, install an exhibit of work by award-winning photojournalist Stephan Savoia ’75 in the Gibson Gallery on July 7, 2026.

Lance Wilson hangs framed photographs on the Gibson Gallery wall.

Lance Wilson ’27 installs an exhibit of work by award-winning photojournalist Stephan Savoia ’75. The exhibition will remain up until Oct. 24.

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