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  Issue Number 6 • Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025  

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Campus Champion

Senior Sean Platt, a physical education major with a minor in Africana studies, recently delivered the student keynote speech at the Student Conference on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice. He is guided by a belief in leading by example, pride in being an African American man and a desire to support the same opportunities he’s been provided. That drive has led the Cortland’s Urban Recruitment of Educators scholar to serve as president of SUNY Cortland’s NAACP chapter, vice president of Men of Value and Excellence, a Male Multicultural Initiative student coordinator and coach of women’s club basketball. 

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Upcoming events

Tuesday, Nov. 4 

Monthly Motivation Workshop: A monthly motivation workshop where students can support one another by sharing ways they stay focused throughout the academic year. 2:30-3:30 p.m., Corey Union, Room 304.

Club Introvert: Meet fellow introverts in a low-stake, no-pressure setting. 4-5 p.m., Corey Union, Room 209

Beanie Giveaway: Stop by and get a free Cortland beanie while supplies last! 5-7 p.m., Corey Union Lobby and Information Center. 

Sport Management Club Speaker: Kathrine Switzer: Join to learn firsthand about the groundbreaking runner’s career. 6-7 p.m., Old Main Brown Auditorium.

Wednesday, Nov. 5 

Study Abroad 101: Learn how to get started with studying abroad. 3 to 4 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Safer Sex in the Dark: Learn about safer sex and have your most intimate questions answered. Free safe sex supplies and prizes will be distributed. 7-7:45 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge. 

Common Read Book Club: A friendly student-led discussion of chapters 1-12 of The Water Dancer and chapter 1 of The Water Will. Open to all students, faculty and staff. 7-8 p.m., Old Main, Room 127. 

Thursday, Nov. 6 

Sandwich Seminar: Contentious Classroom Conversations: The Center for Teaching and Learning will share resources for managing student behavior and ensuring that the lines of communication stay open and positive. This session is part discussion and part workshop. Noon-1 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Free Speech and the Inclusive Campus: Participants will discuss free speech issues from a handout that offers three solutions. Each solution includes a list of that solution’s benefits and drawbacks. Ends with a full group debrief. 6-8 p.m., Park Center Hall of Fame Room. 

Friday, Nov. 7 

SUNY Cortland Recreation Conference: The 75th annual SUNY Cortland Recreation Conference will mark its jubilee milestone with presentations that honor the past while looking toward the future of recreation, parks and leisure studies. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Corey Union. 

Saturday, Nov. 8 

SUNY Cortland Recreation Conference: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Corey Union. 

Island Royalty Pageant: The Caribbean Student Association celebrates Caribbean culture, creativity, and confidence as contestants showcase their talents, cultural attire, and island pride. Tickets are $5 (cash only) and also serve as an entry into a 50/50 raffle. 6:30-8 p.m., Corey Union Function Room. 

Monday, Nov. 10 

Cortaca Free Money Game Show: If you want free money come test your luck and knowledge at our Free Money Game Show. Compete in fun challenges, answer trivia and win cash. 7-9 p.m., Corey Union Function Room. 

Tuesday, Nov. 11 

Fall Open House: All-day event

Veteran’s Day Ceremony: Honoring all who served. Submit a veteran to be honored. 3 p.m., Old Main Brown Auditorium. 

Civics Education in K-12: Identify and practice guidelines for difficult discussions. Explore ways of putting these ideas into their own teaching. Facilitator: Dr. Brett Levy, Director, Master of Science in Secondary Education Program, SUNY Albany. 4:30-6 p.m., Park Center Hall of Fame Room. 

Cortaca Karaoke: Shine on stage and show off your singing skills, or just have fun! Bring your friends together for free food, a chance to win some Cortland apparel and more. Musician Sheena Brook is special host. 7-9 p.m., Corey Union, first floor. 

Wednesday, Nov. 12 

Sandwich Seminar: Inspiring Global Women Leaders Across Centuries and Continents: From trailblazing queens and revolutionaries to contemporary changemakers in diplomacy, science, education and activism, this event honors the global women voices and visions that have challenged norms, built bridges, and inspired movements. 12:30-1:30 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Party Smart Before Cortaca: Know your responsibilities and rights around alcohol, drugs and sex. Learn how to party smart before, during and after Cortaca. Free giveaways. 1-3 p.m., Student Life Center Lobby. 

Study Abroad - Arts of Italy: Learn more about the study abroad program in Italy. 1:30-2:30 p.m., Dowd Gallery. 

Study Abroad 101: Learn how to get started with studying abroad. 3 to 4 p.m., Old Main Colloquium, Room 220. 

Divorce Court: Managing Chaos with Order: Discuss an approach to divorce that integrates empathy and education.  Learn how lawyers and judges can acknowledge difficult feelings and explain the system’s evolution to help litigants understand and accept the process. 4-5:30 p.m., Moffett Center, Room 115. 

Cortaca DIY Night: Get game-day ready in style! Join SAB for DIY t-shirts and create your own custom gear for the Cortaca. 6-8 p.m., Corey Union Function Room.

Thursday, Nov. 13 

Cortaca Ultimate Game Night: Entertainment offerings will include laser tag, escape rooms, video games and a photo booth. 6-9 p.m., Corey Union Function Room.  

Friday, Nov. 14 

Red Dragon Pride Day Photo: Kick off Cortaca weekend by wearing red to show your Cortland pride and pose for our epic campus photo. 1-1:30 p.m., Corey Union steps. 

Cortaca Pep Rally: Join us on Main Street for the ultimate Cortaca Pep Rally and show your Red Dragon pride before the big game! Expect live music, giveaways, performances and food trucks. 7-9 p.m., Main Street, Cortland. 

Saturday, Nov. 15 

2025 Cortaca Jug Game: Kickoff at noon, Butterfield Stadium in Ithaca.

Sunday, Nov. 16

Cortland Cleanup: Students and community member can help keep Cortland tidy after the week of fun. Email Sandra Wohlleber, associate director of campus activities and Greek affairs, with any questions about this event. noon at the event tent at Bru 64, 64 Main Street. 

Monday, Nov. 17 

Ally Development Workshops - Disability Justice: Learn about disability injustice, ableism and how to be better allies and accomplices for people with disabilities. 3-5 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. 

Tuesday, Nov. 18 

Goodies and Gratitude: Tell us what you are grateful for and grab some goodies on your way home for Thanksgiving Break. 2-4 p.m., Corey Union, First Floor. 

Minute to Win it, Transfer Takeover: 5-7 p.m., Outdoor Pursuits. 



A ghostly secret leads to a proud family legacy

Bert Edelstein ’74 won national recognition for the long-classified efforts of his father and other World War II heroes.  read more


Trailblazing runner to revisit SUNY Cortland

Athletic pioneer Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, will speak on Nov. 4. read more



Capture the Moment

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Michael J. Bond ’75 (left) listens as senior biology major Kendra Muscato gives a presentation during the 10th annual Michael J. Bond ’75, M.D. Alumni/Undergraduate Research Science Symposium. The event is designed to connect undergrads and faculty with alumni researchers, giving students in science-based fields a better idea of what careers are possible through the experience they gain at SUNY Cortland.


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Cortaca Can Collection Competition promotes recycling

Red Dragons Read gets big support at launch

SUNY Cortland focuses on food insecurity

Brooks Lecture Series talk considers turmoil of divorce

75th Recreation Conference marks diamond jubilee

Classified staff recognized for years of service

2026 Orientation, advisement and registration dates set

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Faculty/Staff Activities

Alexis Blavos was a plenary speaker and session presenter at the SOPHE Health Education Advocacy Summit. read more

Tracy Hudson led a workshop at the 89th Annual New York State NAACP Conference. read more

Caroline Kaltefleiter attended the first National Conference on Community News. read more

Gillian Mertens received an Article of the Year award. read more

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