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SUNY Oneonta to Benefit from National Science Foundation Grant

Eric Malanoski — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:02:31 +0000

A SUNY Oneonta project to develop new ways of teaching college physiology has received funding from the National Science Foundation. The NSF’s Transforming Undergraduate Education in STEM Program awarded a $194,000 grant to the Research Foundation of the State University of New York on behalf of SUNY Oneonta in support of “Revolution In Physiology Education: RIPE for [...]

SUNY Oneonta's Jami Haynes Passes 600 Miles on Cross-Country Bike Tour

Emily Hull — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:58:50 +0000

SUNY Oneonta senior Jami Haynes, her boyfriend Caleb Grippin and sister Jena rode into a small town Monday morning on three bicycles with trailers hooked to the rear. “Welcome to Indiana!” a woman yelled. Haynes and crew had just passed mile 660 of a 4,200-mile bike journey to raise awareness about Harvest of Hope, an [...]

'Tax Free NY' Presentation at SUNY Oneonta Today

Eric Malanoski — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:15:53 +0000

The Director of the New York State Division of Budget will deliver today a Powerpoint presentation regarding Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s new “Tax Free NY” proposal for businesses that locate near SUNY campuses. The 1 p.m. presentation by Robert Megna will take place on the SUNY Oneonta campus in the Craven Lounge at the Morris Conference [...]

Antique Found In Woods Behind SUNY Oneonta on the College Camp Trails?

Daniel J. Cassavaugh — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:53:39 +0000

I was walking along one of the College Camp trails behind SUNY Oneonta this week and spotted a peculiar object that appeared completely out of place among the trees. It’s rusted, broken, and seems to me to be the top half of an old, metal milk jug. But why is it in the woods? Where [...]

SUNY Oneonta Alumni Return to Campus This Weekend

Daniel J. Cassavaugh — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 10:26:36 +0000

Hundreds of alumni, their families and friends of SUNY Oneonta will return to campus for Reunion Weekend 2013 this weekend. In addition to gatherings, events and athletic competitions, the college’s Alumni Association will present its annual awards in recognition of outstanding contributions to the college. Several events showcasing the Oneonta area will be part of [...]

SUNY Oneonta Senior Jami Haynes Sets Out on Cross-Country Bike Tour

Eric Malanoski — Wed, 29 May 2013 11:11:44 +0000

SUNY Oneonta senior Jami Haynes set off on a 4,200-mile, cross-country bike adventure Tuesday with the goal of raising awareness about the Harvest of Hope Foundation, an organization that provides emergency assistance to migrant workers and their families. The 21-year-old, accompanied by her boyfriend and sister, left early Tuesday morning from her home in Central [...]

Two SUNY Oneonta Projects Receive Funding from Innovative Instruction Technology Grant Program

Eric Malanoski — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:28:21 +0000

Two SUNY Oneonta projects are among 33 recipients of the 2013 Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) program, which funds campus innovations and initiatives that have the potential to be replicated throughout the SUNY system and benefit students and faculty worldwide. The Center for Computational Research at the University at Buffalo and SUNY Oneonta will pilot [...]

SUNY Oneonta Graduates 1,600 on Saturday

Eric Malanoski — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:08:49 +0000

The class of 2013 will be honored at SUNY Oneonta’s 124th commencement this Saturday. The college will offer two ceremonies in the Dewar Arena of the Alumni Field House, one at 10 a.m. and one at noon. A total of 1,618 students are expected to be awarded degrees. College President Nancy Kleniewski will offer the [...]

SUNY Oneonta Names Daniel Chambers Police Chief

Eric Malanoski — Tue, 07 May 2013 10:20:15 +0000

SUNY Oneonta announced the appointment of Daniel Chambers to the position of University Police Chief. His appointment follows a national search. Chambers has been serving the department as interim chief for nearly a year. Since May of 2012, he has been filling in for Dr. Barton Ingersoll, who has been on leave from the college. [...]

SUNY Oneonta Students Head 'Into the Streets' to Volunteer Saturday

Eric Malanoski — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:19:01 +0000

Approximately 700 SUNY Oneonta students will get up early Saturday morning, roll up their sleeves and get to work. Into the Streets is the annual day of service sponsored by SUNY Oneonta’s Center for Social Responsibility and Community. These SUNY Oneonta students team up with community volunteers at 43 sites throughout Otsego County. Two of [...]

The Global Poverty Project Comes to SUNY Oneonta

Eric Malanoski — Wed, 01 May 2013 10:27:59 +0000

The topic of global poverty will be examined in Oneonta on Wednesday night as The Global Poverty Project will give a multimedia presentation titled “1.4 Billion Reasons” at 7 p.m. in Lecture Hall 1 of the SUNY Oneonta’s Instructional Resource Center. The Global Poverty Project is a nonprofit organization with the mission of increasing the [...]

SUNY Oneonta to Host 20th Annual Celebration of Teaching Reception

Eric Malanoski — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:58:00 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. — The SUNY Oneonta Secondary Education Department will present Awards for Exemplary Service to eight area educators during the 20th annual Celebration of Teaching Reception from 4-5 p.m. Thursday in the Craven Lounge of the college’s Morris Conference Center. Part of National Teacher Appreciation Week, the reception also recognizes all area teachers who [...]

Hartwick, SUNY Oneonta Join Again for Eighth Annual OH-Fest

Eric Malanoski — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:23:00 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. – The eighth annual OH-Fest will include the traditional Main Street carnival and a free concert in Neahwa Park featuring alternative pop singer The Ready Set and pop/hip hop artist Outasight. Organized by a planning committee of students from Hartwick College and SUNY Oneonta, OH-Fest8 will include a carnival on Main Street from [...]

SUCO Dietetic Students Share Health Benefits of Chocolate [Audio]

Tracie — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:03:06 +0000

Chocolate is good for you! Now don't go gobble a triple chocolate sundae just yet. There are some guidelines to follow. True health benefits come from dark chocolate and moderation is key. Dietetic students from SUNY Oneonta share how dark chocolate can help with cravings, diabetes

Feast for the Soul at SUNY Oneonta to Celebrate Diversity, Inclusion

Eric Malanoski — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:14:48 +0000

Not only will there be a celebration of diverse cultures today on the SUNY Oneonta campus, but obstacles facing underrepresented groups will also be examined.

Throughout the day there will be speakers, discussions and many other activities all part of the Feast for the Soul event.

SUNY Oneonta Emergency Drill Set for Friday

Eric Malanoski — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:48:42 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. — SUNY Oneonta has rescheduled the full-scale emergency preparedness drill originally slated for last Friday. The exercise will take place this Friday in the afternoon. Oneonta Public Transit and first responders from the city of Oneonta will join the college to simulate a bus accident at approximately 1 p.m. near the intersection of [...]

SUNY Oneonta Earns 'Green College' Distinction from Princeton Review

Eric Malanoski — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:21:02 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. – The Princeton Review’s Guide to 322 Green Colleges has once again recognized SUNY Oneonta for its commitment to sustainability. SUNY Oneonta has been selected for inclusion in the guide every year since its inception in 2010. The 215-page book is the only free, comprehensive, annually updated guide to green colleges. The guide [...]

SUNY Oneonta Begins Philanthropic Campaign

Eric Malanoski — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:04:13 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. – SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher joined members of the SUNY Oneonta administration and the College at Oneonta Foundation board yesterday to discuss the important role of philanthropy within SUNY. On Monday the college began the public phase of its philanthropic campaign, “Possibilities Full of Promise, the 125th Anniversary Campaign for SUNY Oneonta.” The [...]

Sal Paolantonio to Deliver SUNY Oneonta Commencement Address

Daniel J. Cassavaugh — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:27:55 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. — SUNY Oneonta President Nancy Kleniewski is proud to announce that the State University of New York Board of Trustees has awarded ESPN National Correspondent Sal Paolantonio with the degree of honorary doctorate of Humane Letters to be conferred at the college's 124th commencement next month. Paolantonio, who graduated from SUNY Oneonta in 1977 and has been a journalist working in newspapers, magazines, television and radio for 30 years, will deliver the commencement address for the Class of 2013 on May 18.

SUNY Oneonta, Hartwick Team Up for Relay For Life

Eric Malanoski — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:05:23 +0000

ONEONTA, N.Y. — Students from SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick College will team up this weekend on their annual Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. This year’s event will be held from 6 p.m. tonight through 6 a.m. tomorrow, at the Alumni Fieldhouse at SUNY ONeonta. Team members will take turns walking laps [...]