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  Issue Number 14 • Tuesday, April 7, 2026  

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Campus Champion

Blake Burnette’s coworkers in Facilities Operations and Services have nothing but kind words for the trades specialist who helps manage water systems as part of the plumbing group. Described as a team player, Blake has worked at SUNY Cortland for more than eight years. Colleagues praise him for being ready to step up wherever he’s needed. And if there’s a problem with pipes, drains, drinking fountains or sanitation systems, Blake makes sure the behind-the-scenes work so important to the university gets done. 

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, April 7 

DIY Tote Bags: Decorate your own tote bag, all supplies provided by Cortland SAB. 4-7 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. 

Algorithmic Mirror: Gender Identity and AI Stereotypes in the Workforce: Dragons for Democracy intern Tylar Macintyre describes his research into AI generation and intersectional biases facing men in the workforce. 7-8 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. 

Trivia Tuesday: Prizes for winners and raffles every 10 questions. Snacks will be provided. 9-10:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge. 

Wednesday, April 8 

Microsoft Teams Calling Project: An overview of the Microsoft Teams Calling Project. Learn how to get started through a quick demo, followed by a live question and answer session. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Wellness Wednesday: Period.: Learn about menstrual health and sustainability. Explore eco-friendly period products and promote well-being for a healthier planet and body. Free period cups will be given away. 1-3 p.m., Corey Union steps. 

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 the hobby helps your wellness. Supplies provided. 4-5 p.m., Makerspace, Memorial Library, Room B204. 

Thursday, April 9 

250th Anniversary Celebration: Wrap-Up and Re-Launch: Noon-1 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. 

Teacher Certification Overview: 4-5 p.m., online meeting

The Love Recession: A lecture that explores the decline in various aspects of interpersonal connection and additional public health challenges. 4-5:30 p.m., Moffett Center, Room 115. 

Friday, April 10 

Cinderella: The classic Rodgers and Hammerstein fairy tale brought to the stage. 7:30-10 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Mini Golf: Enjoy a night at Shipwreck Amusements. 8-11 p.m. 

Saturday, April 11 

Cinderella: 7:30-10 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Sunday, April 12 

Cinderella: 2-4:30 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Tuesday, April 14 

Best Buddies Tie-Dye Night: 7-8 p.m., Student Life Center 

Wednesday, April 15 

Wellness Wednesday: Pouch and Plastic to Planet: Nicotine and Our World: Learn about nicotine products like Zyn and vapes, and learn how nicotine pouches add to litter and water pollution. 1-3 p.m., Corey Union steps. 

Study Abroad 101: Learn about study abroad opportunities. 3-4 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Thursday, April 16 

Sandwich Seminar: Coalition Agreement and Party Unity in the British House of Commons: Do governing coalition agreements help maintain unity among governing parties in parliament? Noon-1 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Holi Celebration: Enjoy food, henna, color throwing and more. 3-5 p.m., Neubig Hall front lawn. 

Friday, April 17 

Trip to MoMA, New York City: Free and open to all SUNY Cortland students and faculty. Participation requires advance registration through the Cortland Connect website. 8 a.m.-midnight. 

Cinderella: 7:30-10 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Saturday, April 18 

Cinderella: 7:30-10 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Sunday, April 19 

Cinderella: 2-4:30 p.m., Dowd Fine Arts Center Theatre. 

Monday, April 20 

Dragons for Democracy Internships: Semester in Review: The Galpin Institute’s Dragons for Democracy interns will describe their projects and their challenges, successes and lessons in conducting them. 10-11 a.m., Corey Union, Room 305. 

Interview Essentials: Boost your confidence in discussing your skills and experiences for internships, part‑time jobs or full‑time roles. Get tips for before, during and after interviews. 4-5 p.m., online

Social Media, Artificial Intelligence and Jury Decisions: Your Call: Participants will be the jury as a prosecutor, a defense attorney and witnesses move through a scripted civil trial that involves evidence drawn from artificial intelligence-influenced social media. 6-7 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

GreenFlix Sustainability Movie Night: “Flow: For the Love of Water”: A showing of the documentary “Flow: For the Love of Water.” 7:30-9:30 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge.



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Business economics teams advance in statewide competition

Two SUNY Cortland teams won the first round to bring their business startup ideas to the statewide level. read more



Capture the Moment

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No one likes getting walked over — unless, of course, it's by an adorable goat wearing a cowboy hat. A recent Cortland Nites Goat Yoga event at the Student Life Center let students enjoy their exercise while having fun with four-legged friends ready to lend a helping hoof.


In Other News

Mark your calendars for Cortland Challenge 2026

Costa Rica experience explores ecotourism

‘Cinderella’ brings magic to SUNY Cortland stage

Cortland makes ‘Best Colleges for Women’ list 

Dowd Gallery presents Student Select 2026

Sustainability events highlight Earth Day 2026

UPD recognizes new officers, promotions

Groups collaborate on ‘Crochet Your Way to Mindfulness’ workshop

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Faculty/Staff Activities

Kati Ahern had an audio project and chapter published. read more

Brian Barrett recently had his book published. read more

Kent Johnson co-organized a Coalition for Archaeological Synthesis design workshop. read more

David A. Kilpatrick was invited to present an all-day workshop and also was a presenter at a conference. read more

José Ortiz will promote the SUNY Journal of the Scholarship of Engagement at an upcoming conference. read more

José Ortiz will present at the American Educational Research Association Conference. read more

Wylie Schwartz will be chairing a panel session at the Association for Art History Conference. read more

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