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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

SUNY Potsdam Director of Photography and Video Communications Jason Hunter (seen here during a Crane School of Music trip to Peru that he photographed for the College) has been honored with top statewide awards from the SUNY Council on University Advancement (SUNYCUAD).

SUNY Potsdam Director of Photography and Video Communications Jason Hunter Wins Two SUNYCUAD Awards

SUNY Potsdam Director of Photography and Video Communications Jason Hunter has been honored with top statewide awards from the SUNY Council on University Advancement (SUNYCUAD). Hunter won "Best in Category" for the two Excellence in Photography categ...

Jun 27, 2023, 2:00pm EDT

Crane School of Music alumna Renée Fleming ’81 will be recognized at the Kennedy Center Honors in December 2023 (Photo credit: Andrew Eccles).

Crane School of Music Alumna Renee Fleming '81 to be a Kennedy Center Honoree

Acclaimed soprano Renee Fleming '81, a graduate of SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music, has been selected as one of five honorees who will receive the 46th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. The recipients to be honored at the ...

Jun 26, 2023, 3:00pm EDT

The Richard J. Del Guidice Student Forum at SUNY Potsdam serves as a space for civil discourse and student engagement in the Barrington Student Union, established in loving memory of the longtime faculty member.

SUNY Potsdam Dedicates Richard J. Del Guidice Student Forum to Honor Esteemed Faculty Emeritus

Alumni and friends returning to SUNY Potsdam for Reunion 2023 are invited to stop by the newly dedicated Richard J. Del Guidice Student Forum in the Barrington Student Union during their visit. The newly named space was first dedicated in honor of the...

Jun 26, 2023, 9:41am EDT

SUNY Potsdam Professor Dr. Tony Betrus ’93 & ’94 (left) is the recipient of the 2023 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.

SUNY Potsdam Employees Honored with Chancellor's and President's Awards

SUNY Potsdam recently honored 16 faculty and staff members with the 2023 Chancellor's Awards and President's Awards, in recognition of their dedication and service to the campus. This year, two employees received Chancellor's Awards, while another 14 ...

Jun 23, 2023, 9:34am EDT

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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.