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.
(see more)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.
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 370 students who excelled academically in the Spring 2016 semester to the College's Dean's List.
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2016 Jun 2
The State University of New York at Potsdam will recognize more than 1,000 candidates for graduation during the College's Bicentennial Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 21. The graduating Class of 2016 will be honored at a special ceremony befitting SUNY Potsdam's 200th anniversary.
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2016 May 18
Nearly 300 students from The Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam will make their collective Carnegie Hall debut in a performance honoring the College's bicentennial on Mother's Day. Maestro Duain Wolfe will conduct the Crane Chorus and Crane Symphony Orchestra in a celebratory concert befitting the College's 200th anniversary, featuring guest artists, epic works and a world premiere. This concert will be offered on Sunday, May 8 at 8:30 p.m., in the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage.
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2016 May 4
Ninety accomplished SUNY Potsdam students recently showcased their undergraduate and graduate research at the College's annual Learning and Research Fair on April 6. This yearly event recognizes student achievements in learning and research with conference poster displays and presentations.
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2016 May 4
Three outstanding SUNY Potsdam students were recently among those honored with the 2016 Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence. Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher presented the awards to students from across the SUNY system in a ceremony held in Albany.
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2016 Apr 7
The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 28 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its Commissioner's List for the Fall 2015 semester, the conference announced Wednesday, Feb. 10. Players named to this list have carried a minimum 3.3 grade-point-average over three consecutive semesters at Potsdam.
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2016 Feb 12
The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 53 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its All-Academic Team for the Fall 2015 semester, the conference announced Wednesday, Feb. 10. Players named to the all-academic team have a minimum 3.3 GPA for the semester.
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2016 Feb 12
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 375 students who excelled academically in the Fall 2015 semester to the College's Dean's List.
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2016 Jan 11
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 908 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2015 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
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2016 Jan 11
150 SUNY Potsdam students representing more than 50 clubs and organizations took part in the Dr. Millard and Ruth Harmon Student Leader Conference to open the Fall 2015 semester.
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2015 Sep 8
Nearly 250 SUNY Potsdam students completed internship placements at companies, non-profits or campus departments in Spring 2015. SUNY Potsdam's internship program places students with employers whose interests align with their studies. Each student intern has a faculty sponsor, and earns between 1 and 12 credits toward their degree requirements.
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2015 Aug 12
The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 46 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its Commissioner's List for the Spring 2015 semester, the conference announced Tuesday, June 16. Players named to the commissioner's list have a minimum 3.3 GPA based on three semesters at Potsdam.
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2015 Jun 17
The State University of New York Athletic Conference has announced that 79 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes competing during the winter and spring sports seasons have been recognized for their academic success during the Spring 2015 semester. The SUNYAC All-Academic Team includes players maintaining a minimum 3.3 GPA for the semester.
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2015 Jun 16
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 907 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Spring 2015 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
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2015 Jun 9
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 367 students who excelled academically in the Spring 2015 semester to the College's Dean's List.
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2015 Jun 9
The State University of New York at Potsdam recognized more than 1,000 candidates for graduation during the College's 2015 Commencement celebrations. SUNY Potsdam honored students who either earned their degree or were eligible to graduate between December 2014 and December 2015.
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2015 May 21
Six SUNY Potsdam students were recently awarded the 2015 PACES Scholarships, by Potsdam Auxiliary and College Educational Services. PACES Scholarships are given to children of PACES employees or PACES student workers who apply and demonstrate notable achievement in academics and co-curricular activities. These scholarships are funded by PACES employee contributions and matched by the corporation.
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2015 May 12
Three outstanding SUNY Potsdam students were recently among those honored with the 2015 Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence. Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher presented the awards to students from across the SUNY system in a ceremony held in Albany.
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2015 May 11
SUNY Potsdam recognized three undergraduates who won top prizes in the College's student innovative idea competition, held during Economic Fusion 2015.
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2015 Apr 2
Three SUNY Potsdam students were recently honored with the 2015 PACES Student Awards, presented by Potsdam Auxiliary and College Educational Services. The awards recognize graduating seniors who have excelled academically while providing exceptional service to the College. They must also be engaged in student life activities while maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA.
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2015 May 11
SUNY Potsdam student-athletes competing in fall sports were recognized by the State University of New York Athletic Conference for their academic success during the Fall 2014 semester the league announced Wednesday, February 12.
A total of 23 student-athletes were given Commissioner's List accolades. Players named to this list have carried a minimum 3.3 grade-point-average over three consecutive semesters at Potsdam.
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2015 Feb 13
SUNY Potsdam student-athletes competing in fall sports were recognized by the State University of New York Athletic Conference for their academic success during the Fall 2014 semester the league announced Wednesday, February 12. A total of 42 student-athletes were named to the All-Academic Team, 23 to the Commissioner's List and 21 were named to both categories.
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2015 Feb 13
SUNY Potsdam student interns traveled to the 2015 National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Show in Anaheim, Calif., from Jan. 21 to 24. Joined by faculty from The Crane School of Music, the students worked directly with leading music industry firms, through a unique internship program organized by the Crane Institute for Music Business and Entrepreneurship -- the only ongoing program of its kind in the country.
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2015 Feb 12
Students and faculty from SUNY Potsdam's Department of Mathematics recently journeyed to Mexico for an intensive Winterim travel course delving into the origins of math. Led by Dr. Cheryl Miller and Dr. Blair Madore, 11 students studied ancient mathematics and learned about Mexican culture while taking part in hands-on activities and field trips, from Jan. 2 to Jan. 15.
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2015 Feb 12
Nearly 200 SUNY Potsdam students completed internship placements at companies, non-profits or campus departments in Fall 2014. SUNY Potsdam's internship program places students with employers whose interests align with their studies. Each student intern has a faculty sponsor, and earns between 1 and 12 credits toward their degree requirements.
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2015 Feb 12
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 925 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2014 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
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2015 Jan 5
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 391 students who excelled academically in the Fall 2014 semester to the SUNY Potsdam Dean's List.
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2015 Jan 5
The Crane Symphony Orchestra from SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music has been invited to perform at the New York State School Music Association Winter Conference in Rochester, N.Y. Eighty students will present Edward Elgar's "Enigma Variations" on Thursday, Dec. 4, in the opening concert.
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2014 Dec 2
The Art Museum at SUNY Potsdam will showcase works by 21 students for Art Attack, the upcoming juried exhibition featuring student works. The annual show will open on Nov. 20 and close on Dec. 6.
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2014 Nov 14
Two Crane School of Music students were invited to perform at the Guitar Foundation of America Regional Symposium in New York City on Oct. 25. SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music was one of only four music schools from New York State to be invited to perform at the College Guitar Ensemble Showcase at the symposium, which was hosted by the New York City Classical Guitar Society.
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2014 Nov 10