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  Issue Number 20 • Tuesday, July 21, 2026  

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Campus Champion

Drew Abrams, coordinator for outdoor pursuits, has been crucial in the revival of Adirondack Trailblazers, a program that introduces new students to the W.H. Parks Family Center for Outdoor and Environmental Education at Raquette Lake. The opportunity was paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a local option in its place. Last year, Abrams brought back the Adirondack experience and he continues to manage logistics for the unique welcome in the wilderness. Abrams believes in helping others access the outdoors. Thanks to his efforts, Red Dragons get to share in his passion.

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday, July 22 

Orientation: First-Year Session: Orientation session dates are based on major. Check the First-Year Orientation date or Transfer Orientation date webpages for more information.

Friday, July 24 

Orientation: Transfer Session

Wednesday, July 29

Walking Challenge with EAP and K9 Meekah: An inclusive low impact walk with EAP and K9 Meekah. Residence Hall Loop #3. 12 to 12:30 p.m., meet at Memorial Library.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

New York State Department of Civil Service Workshop: Explore the Glossary of Titles - Inquiry Tool (GOT-IT) website to learn more about career mobility. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

President’s Opening Meeting: President Erik J. Bitterbaum will welcome faculty and staff members for the 2026-27 academic year. 9 a.m., Corey Union Function Room.

Thursday, Aug. 27

New student move-in: More information available online.

Friday, Aug. 28

New student move-in

Saturday, Aug. 29

Returning student move-in

Sunday, Aug. 30

Returning student move-in

Monday, Aug. 31

Classes begin



Seven graduates earn 2026 Alumni Awards

Celebrated at Alumni Reunion, the honors recognize alumni success, service and excellence in education. read more


Major grant to bring new humanities class to SUNY Cortland

More than 100 first-year students will be a part of the course that promises paper pages and reduced screentime. read more



Capture the Moment

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Outdoor ice breakers at Orientation have helped SUNY Cortland’s newest Red Dragons connect with future classmates. The university’s summer programs have welcomed more than 3,000 people to campus thanks in large part to a team of 19 orientation assistants leading activities and conversations in preparation for the fall semester.


In Other News

SUNY Cortland EOP welcomes new first-year class, continues success

Students discover a different world in Dominica

Physical education grad competes at star-studded Fanatics Games

Musical theatre majors find summer roles on stage

Isaiah Brunache repeats as first team Academic All-American

Spring 2026 honor rolls highlight student excellence

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Faculty/Staff Activities

Brian Barrett had a paper published in a special issue of Pedagogía y Saberes. read more

Teagan Bradway gave a paper at the Modernist Studies Association Conference at Loughborough University.  read more

Philip Buckenmeyer presented a clinical case at the American College of Sports Medicine Conference. read more

Taylor Lynch ’17 received a Strengthening Our Community Award at the SUNY Career Development Organization Conference. read more

Kristine Newhall published an article in the Journal of Sport History. read more

Bryan Thomas led a workshop series for area teenagers in coordination with the Center for the Arts of Homer. read more

Jacob Wright ’18 received a Strengthening Our Community Award at the SUNY Career Development Organization Conference. read more

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In Memoriam

Steven Dangler, chief of police emeritus, passed away June 27, 2026. A celebration of life will take place Sunday, July 26, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Central New York Living History Center.

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