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.
Crane Opera Ensemble and Orchestra to Present Comic Double Bill
The award-winning Crane Opera Ensemble and Orchestra at SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music is set to present an uproarious double-bill, bringing together Giacomo Puccini's comic opera in one act, "Gianni Schicchi," combined with the modern sequel, "Buoso's Ghost," by contemporary composer Michael Ching, from Nov. 16 to 18.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2017 Nov 3
SUNY Potsdam Business Administration Students Attend Entrepreneurs Conference
A team of business administration students from The State University of New York at Potsdam recently traveled to Rochester, N.Y., to attend the 13th annual Entrepreneurs Conference.
Business/professional -
2017 Nov 3
Crane School of Music Composition Students Premiere New Works
Six music composition students from SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music are set to premiere their latest new works in a student composers forum concert, on Friday, Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall.
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2017 Nov 3
SUNY Potsdam Theatre and Dance Students Present 'Blood Wedding'
SUNY Potsdam's Department of Theatre and Dance is set to debut its production of Federico Garcia Lorca's "Blood Wedding." The surreal tragedy centers on a love triangle, and the College's production will include an unconventional staging, with the audience seated on stage.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2017 Oct 24
Crane School of Music Composition Students Premiere New Works
Six music composition students from SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music are set to premiere their latest new works in a student composers forum concert, on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sara M. Snell Music Theater.
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2017 Oct 12
190 Students Complete SUNY Potsdam's College in High School Program
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently honored 190 high school students from across New York State who earned college credit through its College in High School Program during the 2016-17 academic year.
Student Excellence -
2017 Jul 31
SUNY Potsdam Athletes named to SUNYAC Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll
The State University of New York Athletic Conference has announced that 102 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes competing during 2016-17 academic year have been named to the Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll. The honor roll, previously called the all-academic team, includes players maintaining a minimum 3.3 cumulative grade-point-average.
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2017 Jun 22
SUNY Potsdam Names Students to Dean's List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 305 students who excelled academically in the Spring 2017 semester to the College's Dean's List.
Honors List -
2017 Jun 19
SUNY Potsdam Students Named to President's List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 855 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Spring 2017 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
Honors List -
2017 Jun 19
SUNY Potsdam Students Headed to American Dance Festival
Five SUNY Potsdam students auditioned for and were accepted to attend the prestigious American Dance Festival this year, which will be held from June 15 to July 29 at Duke University in Durham, N.C. The dance intensive attracts students from around the world.
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2017 Jun 14
SUNY Potsdam to Recognize Class of 2017 at Commencement
The State University of New York at Potsdam will recognize more than 1,000 candidates for graduation during the College's 2017 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 20. The SUNY Potsdam Class of 2017 will be awarded baccalaureate and master's degrees at the ceremony.
Graduation -
2017 May 17
SUNY Potsdam and Crane School of Music Students Intern at the 2017 NAMM Show
SUNY Potsdam student interns traveled to the 2017 National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Show in Anaheim, Calif., from Jan. 19 to Jan. 22. 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.
Internship -
2017 Jan 30
SUNY Potsdam Students Named to President's List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 869 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2016 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
Honors List -
2016 Dec 30
SUNY Potsdam Names Students to Dean's List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 377 students who excelled academically in the Fall 2016 semester to the College's Dean's List.
Honors List -
2016 Dec 30
180 Students Complete SUNY Potsdam's College in High School Program
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently honored 180 high school students from across New York State who earned college credit through its College in High School Program. SUNY Potsdam presented special honor cords for the students to wear to their high school graduations.
Student Excellence -
2016 Jul 8
47 SUNY Potsdam Student-Athletes named to Spring SUNYAC Commissioner's List
The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 47 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its Commissioner's List for the Spring 2016 semester, the league announced Thursday, June 9. Players named to the commissioner's list have a minimum 3.3 GPA based on three semesters at Potsdam.
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2016 Jun 14
81 SUNY Potsdam Student-Athletes named to Spring SUNYAC All-Academic Team
The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 81 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its All-Academic Team for the Spring 2016 semester, the conference announced Thursday, June 9. Players named to the all-academic team have a minimum 3.3 GPA for the semester.
Sports -
2016 Jun 14
SUNY Potsdam Students Named to President's List
The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 920 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Spring 2016 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Kristin G. Esterberg.
Honors List -
2016 Jun 2
SUNY Potsdam to Recognize Bicentennial Graduates at Commencement 2016
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.
Graduation -
2016 May 18
Crane School of Music Students to Perform in Carnegie Hall on May 8
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
SUNY Potsdam Names Students to Dean's List
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.
Honors List -
2016 Jun 2
SUNY Potsdam Students Display Research
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.
Research / Grant -
2016 May 4
SUNY Potsdam Students Honored with 2016 Chancellor's Awards
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.
Honors List -
2016 Apr 7
28 SUNY Potsdam Student-Athletes named to SUNYAC Fall Commissioner's List
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
SUNY Potsdam Students Named to President's List
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.
Honors List -
2016 Jan 11
53 SUNY Potsdam Student Athletes named to Fall SUNYAC All-Academic Team
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.
Sports -
2016 Feb 12
SUNY Potsdam Names Students to Dean's List
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.
Honors List -
2016 Jan 11
SUNY Potsdam Students Complete Leadership Conference
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.
Leadership -
2015 Sep 8
SUNY Potsdam Students Complete Spring 2015 Internships
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
46 SUNY Potsdam athletes named to SUNYAC Spring Commissioner's List
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