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Nearly 700 graduates are set to cross the stage at SUNY Potsdam’s Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 21 at 10:15 a.m. in the Academic Quad.

SUNY Potsdam Prepares to Celebrate Class of 2022 at Commencement

The State University of New York at Potsdam will honor the Class of 2022, as hundreds of students earn their undergraduate and graduate degrees during the College's Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 21. Nearly 700 bachelor's and master's graduates...

May 5, 2022, 4:19pm EDT

Justice Kennedy ’17 leads a dance class during a past Creative Arts Camp at SUNY Potsdam. The fun-filled program will return to the award-winning Performing Arts Center this summer, from July 25 to Aug. 6. Registration is now open for the K-12 programs, with four different tracks to choose from.

SUNY Potsdam Announces Return of Summer Creative Arts Camp for Youth of All Ages

SUNY Potsdam is proud to announce the return of its popular Creative Arts Camp, set to run from July 25 to Aug. 6, in the College's award-winning Performing Arts Center. Registration is now open for the immersive day camp, with different tracks availa...

May 4, 2022, 4:28pm EDT

Patrick B. Gray ’00 will serve his alma mater and the greater community, as the new executive director for Potsdam Auxiliary and College Educational Services (PACES) at SUNY Potsdam.

Potsdam Auxiliary and College Educational Services Names New Executive Director

The Potsdam Auxiliary and College Educational Services Board of Directors has appointed Patrick B. Gray '00 to the position of executive director. Gray will succeed Daniel J. Hayes in May. Hayes, as executive director, has led the corporation since 198...

Apr 28, 2022, 4:01pm EDT

SUNY Potsdam is expanding its list of virtual graduate programs with a new 100 percent online Master of Science in Education degree in educational technology specialist. For more info, see potsdam.edu/online.

SUNY Potsdam Launches Online Master's Degree in Educational Technology Specialist

SUNY Potsdam continues to expand its growing list of flexible graduate programs, with the new fully online Master of Science in Education degree in educational technology specialist. The program leads to professional certification, and prepares studen...

Apr 28, 2022, 12:44pm EDT

Guest artist and former faculty member Christopher Creviston (saxophone) will perform alongside the orchestras at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music in a special concert on Thursday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m., in Hosmer Hall and streaming live online at www.potsdam.edu/cranelive.

Crane Orchestra Concert Includes Concerto Premiere, Alongside Guest Saxophonist Christopher Creviston

Orchestral groups at SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music will present a newly commissioned work alongside a renowned guest artist during an upcoming concert on Thursday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m., in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall. The free performance wi...

Apr 26, 2022, 2:00pm EDT

Tim Hackney ’23 is one of the first students/soldiers to take part in the new National Guard guaranteed admission program at SUNY Potsdam. He is studying computer science at the College while also serving on the National Guard.

SUNY Potsdam & New York National Guard Launch Guaranteed Admission Program

Many young people face a choice when considering their futures: College or military? Thanks to a new partnership between SUNY Potsdam and the New York National Guard, they can do both. A new National Guard guaranteed admission program at SUNY Potsdam ...

Apr 25, 2022, 12:32pm EDT

Dr. Rollo Dilworth will visit SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music for a residency and a special Spring Festival Concert during the LoKo Arts Festival.

Crane School of Music Hosts Maestro Rollo Dilworth for Spring Festival Concert at 2022 LoKo Arts Festival

SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music will welcome a distinguished visiting conductor and present a special Spring Festival Concert during the 2022 LoKo Arts Festival. The renowned choral composer and conductor Rollo Dilworth will lead the Crane Chorus...

Apr 21, 2022, 3:00pm EDT

Dr. Jessica Rogers works with students conducting research on the invasive plant species purple loosestrife. She and her colleagues, Dr. Kamal Humagain and Dr. Adam Pearson, just published an article on their research in Scientific Reports on Nature.com.

SUNY Potsdam Scientists Publish Article on Purple Loosestrife in Nature Journal, Scientific Reports

SUNY Potsdam scientists have published an article on their invasive plant research in Scientific Reports on Nature.com, the sixth most-cited journal in the world. Dr. Jessica Rogers, Dr. Kamal Humagain and Dr. Adam Pearson authored the article, "Mappin...

Apr 19, 2022, 3:48pm EDT

Squonk Opera will present “Hand to Hand” in SUNY Potsdam’s Academic Quad for the 2022 LoKo Arts Festival. Join in the boisterous free interactive shows on Friday, April 29 at 3:30 p.m., and on Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Theatre, Art, Music, Storytelling and Fun for All Ages: LoKo Arts Festival Returns to SUNY Potsdam

SUNY Potsdam is thrilled to bring together campus and community for the College's biggest boldest celebration of creativity yet -- the tenth annual LoKo Arts Festival, running from April 21 to May 1. All of the 50+ free events will be live and in-pers...

Apr 12, 2022, 1:59pm EDT

The poster for the SUNY Potsdam Department of Theatre and Dance spring mainstage production of Thornton Wilder’s iconic “Our Town,” can be seen here. “Our Town” will show from April 7 to 10 in the Performing Arts Center. For tickets, visit www.cpspotsdam.org.

SUNY Potsdam Presents Production of Thornton Wilder's Iconic Play, 'Our Town'

The SUNY Potsdam Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present its spring mainstage show, a special production of Thornton Wilder's "Our Town," running from April 7 to 10. Evening performances will be offered from Thursday, April 7, to Saturday,...

Apr 6, 2022, 2:00pm 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.