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Issue Number 13 • Tuesday, March 24, 2026 |
Campus ChampionAnisha Saxena, the organizer of SUNY Cortland’s Women’s History Month events, finds that role to be a natural extension of her other work. An associate professor of history, Anisha coordinates the university’s women’s, gender and sexuality studies minor. She also is one of three faculty members leading SUNY Cortland’s Transformative Texts series this year. Thanks to her leadership, more than 10 events in March and April will foster conversations about women’s history and contributions. Anisha credits colleagues and the wider campus community for their enthusiasm and support, which help make important programming a reality on campus. Upcoming EventsWednesday, March 25 Sandwich Seminar: Ethics, Empathy and Women’s Political Engagement: Distinguished Professor Mecke Nagel will discuss U.S. women’s political engagement and the interplay of principled alliances and opportunism. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Career and Experience Fair: Meet up to 40 employers offering internships, summer jobs and full-time roles. Free and open to all majors and class years. 1-5 p.m., Corey Union Function Room. Wellness Wednesday: Put Your Best Fork Forward: Learn to add more nutrients or practice mindful eating to support long-term health. 1-3 p.m., Neubig Hall lobby. Transformative Texts Panel Series: Teaching the Common Reads: Faculty and student panelists discuss their experiences engaging with this year’s Common Read texts in both curricular and extracurricular settings. 1:45-3 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Study Abroad 101: Learn about study abroad opportunities. 3-4 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Crochet Your Way to Mindfulness: A beginner-friendly workshop to learn how to crochet and how this hobby helps wellness. Supplies provided. Free raffle prizes. 4-5 p.m., Memorial Library Makerspace, Room B204. U.S. Politics in Turmoil: New Era or Same Old Story?: This Brooks Lecture will explore whether current political trends mark a new phase or the natural cycle of democracy, and what citizens can do to strengthen it. 4-5:30 p.m., Moffett Center, Room 115. Thursday, March 26 SciBites: An informal research talk from STEM students and faculty across campus. Megan Boyle, assistant professor of psychology, and AJ Fallon-Korb, assistant professor of kinesiology, will lead. 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m., Bowers Hall lobby. Sandwich Seminar: Sanctioned Bigotry - Learning about U.S. Antisemitism with Archives: Britt Tevis, assistant professor of history at Syracuse University, will discuss how anti-Jewish bigotry has aimed to erode Jews’ civil and political rights. Noon-1 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Tuesday, March 31 March Karaoke: Enjoy an evening of music, great food and exciting prizes from the Campus Store. 7-9 p.m., Corey Union, first floor. Wednesday, April 1 Wellness Wednesday: S’more Consent: Make a s’more while learning about consent from Health and Wellness Promotion peer educators. 1-3 p.m., Neubig Hall lobby. Study Abroad 101: Learn about study abroad opportunities. 3-4 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Thursday, April 2 Sandwich Seminar: The Former Girlfriend: One of six scenarios of a new play, “Depositions,” outlining true-to-life experiences of sexual harassment and abuse toward female law enforcement agents by male colleagues. Playwright Terrence Dwyer will facilitate a talkback immediately following the performance. Noon-1 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. Safer Sex Express: Pick up free pre-made bags or make your own. Ask questions about safe sex, getting tested, abstinence and more. 2-3:30 p.m., Corey Union steps. Monday, April 6 Dragons for Democracy Internships: Semester in Review: The Galpin Institute’s Spring 2026 Dragons for Democracy interns will describe their challenges, successes and lessons in designing, developing and conducting their projects. 10-11 a.m., Corey Union, Rooms 204 and 205. |
Biology professor honored for invasive species studyAndrea Dávalos will be honored with the university's 2026 Dr. Peter A. DiNardo ’68 and Judith Waring Outstanding Achievement in Research Award. read more New master’s program starts this fall in Kinesiology DepartmentThe graduate program in strength and conditioning prepares students for national certification. read more Capture the MomentStaff members in the International Programs Office handed out flowers in Old Main to recognize International Women’s Day and promote awareness about gender equality. With spring break over, Women’s History Month events continue at SUNY Cortland, all following this year’s theme “Women Rising: A Struggle for Freedom, Democracy and Justice Moving Forward Together.” In Other NewsPsychology major earns statewide EOP honorSAB wins national award for Cortaca pep rallyHealth educator earns 2026 national honorSUNY Cortland earns EOP grant to offer paid internshipsSpeaker series celebrates diversity in STEMMarch 27 ribbon-cutting planned for Cornish and Van Hoesen renovationThe Big Event returns to Cortland this AprilUniversity launches 2026 Student Satisfaction SurveyUPD earns reaccreditation Suggest a feature story
Faculty/Staff ActivitiesJeremy Jimenez co-organized and chaired a virtual conference titled Reclaiming What Was Lost: Teaching and Learning Ancient and Indigenous Histories and Knowledges. read more Jennifer Kronenbitter and Jenifer Phelan had their conference presentation proposal accepted for the SUNY Library Association Conference. read more Submit your faculty/staff activity
In MemoriamJohn Castiglione, adjunct faculty member in Childhood and Early Childhood Education, passed away on March 5, 2026. |
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