http://wwwnew.cobleskill.edu/news Aggregate feed for all news items. en-us Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:03 -0400 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/05-14-13-zimmerman-named-provost.asp SUNY Cobleskill selects Dr. Zimmerman, Interim Dean of its School of Business and Liberal Arts and Sciences, to replace Dr. Debra Thatcher as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs as she assumes the role of Acting President. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:59 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/05-07-13-appointed-president.asp The State University Board of Trustees today approved the appointment of Dr. Debra Thatcher as acting president at SUNY Cobleskill, effective June 1, 2013. Her appointment represents the first step in the process, announced last month by SUNY Chancellor NancyZimpher, that will lead to a search for a president for SUNY Cobleskill in Fall 2014 with the goal of having a president in place by the summer of 2015," said Candace S. Vancko, who has served as officer-in-charge at SUNY Cobleskill and president at SUNY Delhi since August 2011. Dr. Vancko will return to SUNY Delhi effective June 1 as its president on a full-time basis. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 07 May 2013 17:29:34 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/05-01-13-fmcc-mou.asp Fulton-Montgomery Community College (FM) representatives joined SUNY Cobleskill officials to sign the Memorandum of Understanding for Seamless Partnership Program, allowing FM graduates to enroll as students in baccalaureate degree programs offered by SUNY Cobleskill. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Wed, 01 May 2013 15:19:41 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/04-18-13-new-townhouse-complex.asp A groundbreaking ceremony near the Walters Barn on SUNY Cobleskill's north campus May 1 at 10:00 a.m. will signal the beginning of construction of a new 158-bed housing complex for upper level baccalaureate students. With its completion date scheduled to coincide with the fall 2014 opening of the Center for Agriculture and Natural Resources, now under construction nearby, Alumni Commons, as the new housing complex will be called, will offer SUNY Cobleskill juniors and seniors the option of townhouse or suite living on campus. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:50:56 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/04-12-13-veterans-plaza-dedication.asp SUNY Cobleskill will unveil a campus tribute to veterans with a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate its new "Veteran's Plaza" on April 26 at 10:00 a.m. The design will hold special meaning to SUNY Cobleskill alumni and veterans because it was inspired by Jeff Vogt, a December 2012 graduate who is currently a member of the Army National Guard. The plaza is located outside of SUNY Cobleskill's Knapp Hall, a main access point for campus visitors. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:57:20 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/04-08-13-student-chancellors-awards.asp Two SUNY Cobleskill students were among the 243 students who were presented with the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence by SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher at Empire State Plaza Convention Center on Thursday, April 4. They are Maii Zikry, an international student from Cairo, Egypt, who will receive her Bachelor of Science in Communications this year with a 4.0 GPA, and Marten Peterson, a Bio-technology Bachelor of Science major who will graduate this year with multiple honors and a 3.69 GPA. Both students will be honored on the SUNY Cobleskill campus at an awards convocation on April 19th in Bouck Hall. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:03:55 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-28-13-chef-instructor-david-campbell-award.asp The best culinary educator in the Northeast, according to the American Culinary Federation (ACF), is David Campbell, CCC®, CCE®, chef-instructor at SUNY Cobleskill. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:15:40 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-25-13-ptk-pres-receives-recognition.asp The president of the SUNY Cobleskill chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, Emma Lynn Tiner of Richmondville, NY, will receive a prestigious state-wide award of exceptional recognition by New York State Phi Theta Kappa at the Phi Theta Kappa New York All-American Team Luncheon in Albany on April 4th, 2013. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:28:53 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-26-13-international-director-awarded-fulbright-korea.asp Dr Susan Jagendorf-Sobierajski, Executive Director of International Education at SUNY Cobleskill, was selected as one of eight award winners who will receive a 2013 Fulbright International Education Administrators grant to visit Korea in June. The grant will allow Dr. Jagendorf-Sobierajski and seven other international education professionals or senior higher education officials from the U.S. to meet with representatives from Korean universities and agencies in the private and government sector. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:25:20 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-25-13-infant-toddler-conference.asp SUNY Cobleskill partnering with DOCS Infant Toddler Leadership Circle to provide training to those who work with young children in the Capital District region; opening remarks by Assemblyman Pete Lopez Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:22:19 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-12-13-mental-health.asp In an effort to raise awareness of mental health issues and reduce the stigma of mental illness, the Beard Wellness Center at SUNY Cobleskill is hosting Mental Health: Let's Talk About It, featuring Anna Arroyo, Wednesday, March 27, at 7:00 pm in Bouck Theater. Ms. Arroyo will share her personal experience with depression, eating disorders, and suicide. Joining us that evening will be representatives from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, providing educational and awareness information. The event is free of charge. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:28:13 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-08-13.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Dr. Diane Dobry, Director of Communications and Marketing, has received a Nodal Network Faculty Grant from SUNY's Center for Online International Learning (COIL) to create an online international class in Global Wine and Marketing. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:43:33 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/03-07-13-honor-roll.asp SUNY Cobleskill was named to the 2013 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. This designation is the highest honor a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:43:05 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/02-20-13-standardized-financial-aid-award-letter.asp SUNY Cobleskill announced today that it will put in place a new, standardized Financial Aid Letter from the State University of New York this fall. In fact, all of the SUNY system's 64 campuses will use the letter for the 2013-2014 academic year, as part of the SUNY Smart Track(TM) campaign, a commitment to transparency in college financing. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:17:04 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/02-12-13-pete-dominick-commencement-speaker.asp SUNY Cobleskill 1995 alumnus Pete Dominick is Host of Sirius XM Radio's Stand Up! With Pete Dominick, former host of CNN's What the Week, and was the nightly warm-up act for The Colbert Report on Comedy Central. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:22:38 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/01-24-13-carriage-house-move.asp An historic carriage house on the SUNY Cobleskill campus will be lifted off its current foundation and driven up Schoharie Parkway North and relocated as part of the development of the college's new Center for Agriculture and Natural Resources on January 30 and 31. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:15:39 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/01-14-13-andrew-dubrule-spelligrino-comp.asp Andrew Dubrule will participate in the NYC Regional Competition at the Astor Center, January 22-23; winners attend finals in Napa Valley in March to win $20,000 and a one-year paid apprenticeship with a celebrity chef. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:33:55 -0500 Student Andrew Dubrule Represents SUNY Cobleskill at the 11th Annual S.Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef Regional Competition Andrew Dubrule Cobleskill, Agriculture Programs, Diesel Technology, Business, Communications, Information Technology and Computer Science, Agricultural Engineering, Culinary Arts, Equine, Animal Science, Paramedic, Histotechnology, Biotechnology, Hospitality, Natural Resources, Plant Science, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Early Childhood, College and University Transfer Programs http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2013/01-02-2013-usda-grant-new-program.asp The US Department of Agriculture has awarded SUNY Cobleskill funding to help create a baccalaureate program in food systems and technology. The project's director, Cobleskill Assistant Professor Jason Evans, explained that the grant, which will total nearly $140,000, is available to non-land grant schools. Jill Reid <reidjc@delhi.edu> Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:28:27 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/10-09-12-mounted-horse.asp SUNY Cobleskill's police horse turns 14--Honored with owners and trainer at Saratoga Raceway. When a race horse turns 14, the last possible year they are eligible to race, horse and owners are recognized in a special post parade. Flapjack Attack, a harness racing horse named Horse of the Year, Aged Trotter of the Year and Trotter of the Year in 2004, was among those honored Sunday at Saratoga Raceway, with owners Michael Riggi of Clifton Park, NY and John Mongeon, Jr., of Ballston Spa, NY. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:56:15 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/12-10-2012-turf.asp SUNY Cobleskill won the Turf Bowl at the New York State Turfgrass Association Turf and Grounds Expo in Rochester last month. The College earned the top three individual spots in the competition, which featured 31 students, including 15 from Cobleskill. During the annual competition, students identify turf grasses, weeds, insects and diseases. Student teams also work together on management-related questions and an essay question. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:52:27 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/11-24-12-paramedic-jobs.asp Cobleskill, NY (Nov. 24, 2012)--Students in SUNY Cobleskill's Paramedic program have a new incentive to excel. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Sun, 25 Nov 2012 15:35:57 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/10-03-12-miliary.asp SUNY Cobleskill has been named to the Military Friendly Schools ® list by Victory Media, the premier media entity for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The 2013 Military Friendly Schools ® list honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America's military service members, veterans, and spouses as students and ensure their success on campus. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:08:23 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/09-21-12-lecture-series.asp UNY Cobleskill opens its 7th Generation Lecture Series September 27 at 8 p.m. in Bouck Auditorium when Jonathan Comstock speaks on "Climate Trends Impacting New York State and the Northeast." Comstock is the first of three speakers scheduled during the fall semester for the lecture series. Shannon Hayes is scheduled for October 18 and Hilary Mayton closes the series on November 7. All of the events are free, open to the public and will be held in Bouck Auditorium. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:47:55 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/09-21-12-homecoming.asp More than 1,000 people are expected to visit the SUNY Cobleskill campus September 27-29 for Homecoming Weekend. The family friendly weekend will feature a bit of something for everybody," said Lois Goblet, Cobleskill's Assistant Vice President for College Advancement. "It's an great opportunity for people to see what's new and improved on campus," Goblet said. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:45:14 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/09-12-12-us-news-best-colleges.asp the 2013 edition of "Best Colleges" by U.S. News Media Group. The exclusive rankings, which include more than 1,400 schools nationwide, are now available at www.usnews.com/colleges, and will also be published in the September issue of U.S. News & World Report, on newsstands starting September 18. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:20:32 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/09-7-12-schoharie-fresh.asp Schoharie Fresh, the innovative online farmers market located on the SUNY Cobleskill campus, has surpassed expectations since opening for its second season in June. Fruits and vegetables, locally produced meats, cheeses and yogurts are available through Schoharie Fresh. Advance orders can be placed via the Internet at www.schohariefresh.com and are available for pick up on Friday afternoons at the Red Barn on Route 7 across from the main campus entrance. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:53:35 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/09-11-12-les-dames-descoffier.asp JoAnne Cloughly, associate professor and chair of the Agriculture and Food Science Department at SUNY Cobleskill, has earned one of the industry's highest honors for women, membership in the New York Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier. She will be formally inducted September 19 at The Darby in New York City. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:51:14 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/08-16-12-cobleskill-welcomes-students.asp Nearly 2,600 students, including 1,100 first-time students will begin arriving at SUNY Cobleskill on August 23, signaling the start of a new academic year. saeedmg@cobleskill.edu Thu, 16 Aug 2012 20:33:38 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/05-25-12-san-joanquin-valley.asp SUNY Cobleskill Agricultural Business faculty and students visited California's San Joaquin Valley in May as part of the two-credit travel course Agricultural Business Field Studies, which provides real-world exposure to theories and concepts discussed in the classroom. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:39:59 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/06-07-12-partner-jefferson.asp Representatives from SUNY Cobleskill and Jefferson Community College (JCC) today formally signed a memorandum of understanding making SUNY Cobleskill an official partner institution in Jefferson Community College's Higher Education Center initiative. SUNY Cobleskill will offer a bachelor of science degree in Early Childhood Studies: Birth - Age 5, on Jefferson's campus beginning in the fall 2012 semester. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:25:55 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/06-07-12-schohariefresh.asp Schoharie Fresh, an online farmers' market offering fruits, vegetables and other local goods produced within Schoharie County, begins its second year of service on Saturday, June 16. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:21:34 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/06-01-12-golf-tournament.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts its 26th annual Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, June 22, at the Cobleskill Golf and Country Club. Proceeds from the event help secure the financial resources necessary to sustain scholarships held within the SUNY Cobleskill Foundation and Alumni Association, as well as professional development for faculty and staff. silvers@cobleskill.edu Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:51:00 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/05-30-12-eop.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Educational Opportunity Program is participating in the Summer Food Service Program from Friday, July 8, through Tuesday, August 3. Meals will be provided to all children 18 years and under without charge at the following times: silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 30 May 2012 08:56:26 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/05-14-12-john-foster.asp SUNY Cobleskill Professor John Foster, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, is a recipient of the 2012 Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. A member of the SUNY Cobleskill faculty since 1988, Foster is recognized as the founding father of the aquaculture program. He has served as Fisheries and Wildlife chair since 2003 while teaching courses in Invertebrate Zoology, Fish Biology, Production Aquaculture/Merriculture, Pond Management, Marine Ecology, Fish Hatchery Management, and Fisheries Research. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 14 May 2012 12:57:37 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/05-14-12-joseph-sprauge.asp SUNY Cobleskill Professor Joseph Sprague, Ph.D., is among 21 SUNY faculty members appointed to distinguished ranks, the highest system honors conferred upon SUNY instructional faculty. Sprague is only the fourth faculty member in SUNY Cobleskill history to earn the SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professorship, which honors mastery of teaching. For the prestigious tribute to be conferred, candidates must have demonstrated consistently superior mastery of teaching, outstanding service to students, and commitment to their ongoing growth, scholarship and professional growth, and adherence to rigorous academic standards and requirements. Further, a faculty member must have attained and held the rank of full professor for five years, have completed at least three years of full-time teaching on the nominating campus, 10 years of full-time teaching within the SUNY system, and must have regularly carried a full-time teaching load as defined by the campus at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 14 May 2012 12:55:32 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/04-26-12-Commencement.asp Dr. Carol Eaton, president of Daytona State College, will deliver the keynote address at SUNY Cobleskill's 94th Commencement on Saturday, May 12, at 11 a.m. More than 600 students are eligible to participate in the ceremony, with nearly 300 receiving bachelor's degrees. Eaton assumed her current position in August 2011. She is Daytona State's sixth president and the first female to hold the post in the college's 50-plus year history. Prior to joining Daytona State, Eaton was president of Frederick Community College in Maryland, where she implemented multiple cycles of strategic planning and managed significant budget cuts during a four-year period that saw enrollment increase by 30 percent. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:23:34 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/04-04-12-Cultural-Arts.asp - SUNY Cobleskill's Cultural Arts Series hosts the Virginia-based musical couple Robin and Linda Williams on Friday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m., in Bouck Theater. The duo is known for their rich harmonies and original songwriting embedded in the country, bluegrass, folk and gospel tradition. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:10:04 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/04-19-12-partners-with-village.asp Golding Middle School students will travel to SUNY Cobleskill on Monday, April 30, for the Beard Wellness Center's annual Wellness Walk. This year, students and staff will be using improved pedestrian walkways constructed as part of the Creating Healthy Places initiative. Creating Healthy Places is working with the village of Cobleskill to promote a more walkable community. The students will walk from the middle school to the College at 1 p.m., returning at approximately 2:30 p.m. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:40:51 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/04-10-12-annual-childrens-march.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Campus Child Care Center hosts the fifth annual Children's March in recognition of the Week of the Young Child on Wednesday, April 25, at 10 a.m. This year's event features a special performance by musician, composer and educator Skip West. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:58:21 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/04-04-12-chan-awards.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Ilianna Armata of Athens, Greece, and Benjamin German of Oneonta, N.Y., are 2012 recipients of the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence. Armata and German were honored and presented with the award during a ceremony on Wednesday, April 4, at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, N.Y. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:43:48 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/4-4-12-Chancellor-awards.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Ilianna Armata of Athens, Greece, and Benjamin German of Oneonta, N.Y., are 2012 recipients of the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence. Armata and German were honored and presented with the award during a ceremony on Wednesday, April 4, at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, N.Y. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:39:48 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-26-12-dairy-fashion-sale.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts the 31st annual Dairy Fashions Sale on Saturday, March 31, at 11 a.m. The sale, the Dairy Cattle Club's largest annual fundraiser, takes place in the hangar guest stables at the College's Equestrian Center. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:47:54 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-21-12-honor-roll.asp SUNY Cobleskill has been named to President Barack Obama's 2011 Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. It is the third straight year the College is recognized for engaging its students, faculty and staff in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:44:14 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-19-12--farm-fresh.asp SUNY Cobleskill and Creating Healthy Places host a Schoharie County Farm Fresh Lunches Training on Friday, March 23. The training focuses on preparing fresh fruits and vegetables in a manner appealing to K-12 school-age students. Approximately 60 participants are registered to attend from the Berne-Knox-Westerlo, Duanesburg, Gilboa, Middleburgh, Schoharie and Schalmont school districts, as well as the Morning Star Learning Center in Schoharie. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:06:33 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-14-12-host0ag-day.asp SUNY Cobleskill and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie County host Ag Day 2012 on Saturday, March 24, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., in Curtis Mott. SUNY Cobleskill faculty and Cornell Cooperative Extension educators will present informational workshops with a focus on livestock and field crops for aspiring, new and experienced farm producers and land owners. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:33:03 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-13-12-horse-rescue.asp SUNY Cobleskill students are participating in a horse rescue in partnership with Little Brook Farm of Old Chatham, N.Y. The program is aimed at re-training horses under the guidance of college students to ensure a higher rate of adoption upon the horses' return to Little Brook Farm at the end of the spring semester. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:40:28 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-05-12-turf-bowl.asp SUNY Cobleskill's three-student team of Sean Charles, David Allen Vastola and Stanley Zombek finished second in the New England Regional Turf Bowl on Feb. 8 in Providence, R.I. It was the second appearance in the Turf Bowl for SUNY Cobleskill, which placed fourth in 2011. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:47:59 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/03-05-12-animal-institute.asp Four-week institute for college students and adults seeking large animal experience silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:46:00 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/02-21-12-applied-psycology.asp SUNY Cobleskill will offer a bachelor's of science degree in Applied Psychology starting in fall 2012. The new curriculum allows the College to meet the demand of current and future students with a desire to pursue a bachelor's in psychology. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:43:42 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/02-21-12-culinary-extravaganza.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts a Culinary Extravaganza on Friday, March 30, from 6 - 10 p.m., in Bouck Ballroom. The evening features culinary delights prepared by SUNY Cobleskill students under the direction of local and alumni celebrity chefs, and entertainment by the SUNY Cobleskill Jazz Band. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:42:02 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/02-14-12-flowershow.asp silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:37:49 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/02-08-11-communiversity.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts its fourth annual Communiversity event on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 6 p.m., in Bouck Ballroom. This year, the College presents a disaster relief volunteer tribute and honors individuals from around Schoharie County who donated countless hours of service in support of disaster relief efforts. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:45:42 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-13-11-usnewsreport.pcf silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:30:50 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/01-11-12.asp UNY Cobleskill, in partnership with Schenevus and Cobleskill-Richmondville High Schools, hosts a delegation of Central American youth from Jan. 17-24. The Central American Youth Ambassadors (CAYA) Program highlights topics such as civic engagement, community activism, entrepreneurship and leadership development. The ambassadors spend three weeks in the United States as part of the program - one week in Washington, D.C., one week at SUNY Cobleskill and one week at Northern Michigan University. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:57:20 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/01-05-12.asp Governor Cuomo continues to be a tremendous advocate and friend of the State University. We are excited that he recognizes that SUNY campuses are the economic engines of their communities and supports extending the NYSUNY2020 Challenge Grant program to all campuses. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:14:56 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2012/01-03-12.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Office of Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) will offer a new certificate program, Basic Carpentry, beginning in February. The nine-week class designed for non-traditional students will be taught on Tuesday and Thursday from 6 - 9 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:22:52 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/05-05-11-terry.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Terry Hughes is one of only six individuals nationwide who received the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) Outstanding Service Citation on Nov. 18, at the NAAE annual convention in St. Louis. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:14:48 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/18-11-11.asp Cloughly, associate professor of culinary arts at SUNY Cobleskill, has been named Educator of the Year by Women Chefs & Restaurateurs (WCR). silvers@cobleskill.edu Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:36:48 -0500 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/10-27-11.asp SUNY Cobleskill and the Schoharie County Planning and Development Agency will host nationally acclaimed author Randall Arendt, on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 4 p.m. in the College's Curtis Mott lounge. The free interactive two-session program will illustrate re-development design strategies to create mixed-use centers from existing highway strips, helping towns and villages in Schoharie County implement smarter, more sustainable development patterns. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:29:13 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/10-25-11-moran.asp Educator and personal financial services leader Charles Moran, professor of business administration and accounting at SUNY Cobleskill, has been named to Smart Money's "Power Thirty in Finance." The list appears in the November issue of Smart Money, the award-winning, personal finance magazine from the Wall Street Journal. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:22:44 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/10-25-11-david-thom.asp Professor David Thompson, professor in SUNY Cobleskill's Department of Agricultural Business and Animal Science, has been invited by the USDA/HACU Leadership Group to present "Managing the Multicultural Workforce in Agriculture" course at the USDA/HACU conference in San Antonio on Oct. 28. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:00:48 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/10-17-11-plantscienceprofessor.asp SUNY Cobleskill Professor of Plant Science and Turfgrasss Management Dr. Zhongchun Jiang, along with two researchers at Rutgers University, authored the paper Enzymatic Metabolism of Nitrogen in Leaves and Roots of Creeping Bentgrass Under Nitrogen Deficiency Conditions. It was published in the September 2011 issue of the Journal of American Society for Horticultural Science, a peer-reviewed bimonthly publication of results of original research on horticultural plants, including turfgrass. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:27:20 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/10-03-11-ryerarcott.asp SUNY Cobleskill will host a presentation and book signing by former Marine Corps Officer Rye Barcott on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 2 - 4 p.m., in the College's Bouck Hall theater. The presentation "It Happened On the Way to War" is free and open to the public and explores the failures and triumphs of waging peace while fighting war. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:04:33 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/9-21-2011-Zumbathon.asp SUNY Cobleskill will host a "Zumbathon" on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 7 - 10 p.m., in the College's Neal Robbins Field House. The event, which is open to the public, will benefit Schoharie County residents affected by recent flooding in the aftermaths of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:12:14 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-16-11-culturalartcomm.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Cultural Arts for the Campus and Community fall 2011 series begins on Friday, Sept. 23. All events are free and open to the public. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start times. silvers@cobleskill.edu Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:51:53 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-14-11-disaster.asp Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie County and Schoharie County Planning & Development will host an Agricultural Disaster Information Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 3 - 5 p.m. at the Best Western (121 Burgin Drive in Cobleskill). This meeting is targeted to farmers who have experienced flood related losses to their farm businesses or homes. On hand will be representatives from multiple agencies and agricultural service providers who will present an overview of assistance programs, resources, and will be available to answer questions. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:26:18 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/13-09-11.pcf U.S. News & World Report has recognized SUNY Cobleskill as one of the North's Best Regional Colleges. The ranking appears in the print and online versions of U.S. News & World Report's 2012 edition of America's Best Colleges, released this week. silvers@cobleskill.edu Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:21:40 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-09-11-classresume.asp SUNY Cobleskill classes will resume on Monday, Sept. 12, with all buildings accessible to students, faculty and staff. In addition, all Saturday College sessions for Saturday, Sept. 10, will be held as scheduled. silvers@cobleskill.edu Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:40:39 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-08-11-cancelledclass.asp Due to the impact of recent flooding and resulting area road closures, all SUNY Cobleskill classes have been cancelled for Friday, Sept. 9. Anyone traveling to and from campus is advised to be aware of dangerous road conditions. Trailways bus service is not stopping on campus today, Sept. 8. Trailways will inform the College when service is restored. Information regarding travel restrictions throughout New York State can be found at 511NY. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:12:29 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-08-2011.asp Due to the impact of recent flooding and resulting area road closures, all SUNY Cobleskill classes have been cancelled for Friday, Sept. 9. Anyone traveling to and from campus is advised to be aware of dangerous road conditions. Trailways bus service is not stopping on campus today, Sept. 8. Trailways will inform the College when service is restored. Information regarding travel restrictions throughout New York State can be found at 511NY. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:09:59 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/mm-dd-yy.asp Due to heavy rains and flooded road conditions, classes are cancelled as of 1:45 p.m. for the remainder of Wednesday, September 7. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:49:34 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/09-07-11.asp SUNY Cobleskill continues its efforts to assist those affected by the aftermath of Hurricane Irene, which devastated large parts of the Schoharie Valley. Many residents, farmers, business owners and members of the campus community have been forced to abandon their property, while others remain in hopes that their homes and business can be restored or rebuilt. silvers@cobleskill.edu Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:23:13 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/08-27-11.asp Due to Hurricane Irene, all SUNY Cobleskill classes scheduled for Monday, Aug. 29 have been cancelled. The 2011 fall semester will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 30, with a regular Tuesday schedule. In addition, all College activities have been cancelled for Sunday, Aug. 28. Saturday's orientation and associated activities will be held as scheduled. silvers@cobleskill.edu Sat, 27 Aug 2011 16:11:18 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/08-26-11.asp Schoharie Fresh, a new online farmers' market, connects local consumers with Schoharie County producers. A convenient way to access fresh produce, customers shopping at www.schohariefresh.com will support Schoharie County's farmers and the local economy. The development of Schoharie Fresh is being funded by Creating Healthy Places, a New York State Department of Health grant awarded to SUNY Cobleskill. silvers@cobleskill.edu Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:49:13 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/08-25-11.asp Due to Hurricane Irene, SUNY Cobleskill students living in the high impact zone of New York City and its surrounding areas are welcome to return to campus earlier than scheduled. silvers@cobleskill.edu Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:38:54 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/08-22-11.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Terry Hughes has been selected as the 2011 New York winner of the Outstanding Service Citation Award given by the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE). Hughes is also the recipient of the NAAE's Regional Outstanding Service Award, which he will receive at the NAAE convention in St. Louis in November. silvers@cobleskill.edu Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:01:21 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/07-29-11-smart-scholars.asp Three Schoharie County school districts will be sending students to SUNY Cobleskill over the next three years, thanks to winning a highly competitive $199,999 grant. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:31:52 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/07-28-11-zingale-retirement.asp SUNY Cobleskill President Dr. Donald P. Zingale has announced his retirement, effective August 3, 2011. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:34:28 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/07-11-11-model-of-efficiency.asp SUNY Cobleskill is one of six colleges and universities nationwide recognized by University Business magazine's "Models of Efficiency" program, which is sponsored by Higher One, a company that assists in college technology and payment services operations. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:31:50 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/07-05-11-johntryon.asp Dr. John Tryon, professor of agricultural science at SUNY Cobleskill, recently returned from a two-week trip to Belarus as part of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Farmer-to-Farmer program. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:33:01 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/06-20-11-histotechrecog.asp SUNY Cobleskill Histotechnology students Thomas Bushnell of East Berne, N.Y., Kristen Martin of Fishkill, N.Y., and Jun Jie Liang of Esperance, N.Y., are 2011 recipients of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) National Student Honor Award recognizing excellence in the laboratory professions. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 14:33:05 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/06-08-11-golftourney.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts its 25th annual Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, June 24, at the Cobleskill Golf and Country Club. Proceeds from the event help secure the financial resources necessary to sustain scholarships held within the SUNY Cobleskill Foundation and Alumni Association, as well as professional development for faculty and staff. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:33:08 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/06-08-11-apca.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Council for Student Activities has been named the Association for Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA) Programming Board of the Year, a prestigious award given to a college's campus activities board that has demonstrated the most consistent and innovative events calendar during the previous year. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:32:58 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/06-02-11-naecyaccred.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Effie Bennett-Powe Child Development Center has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the nation's leading organization of early childhood professionals. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:33:11 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/05-20-11-commgarden.asp Creating Healthy Places, lead by SUNY Cobleskill's Beard Wellness Center, is partnering with Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie County and Cobleskill Community Gardens to host Gardening Basics on Saturday, June 4, from 9 - 11 a.m. in the College's Curtis Mott Lounge. In addition, Creating Healthy Places has added additional beds to the Cobleskill Community Garden and there are plots open for the 2011 gardening season. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Fri, 20 May 2011 14:33:17 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/05-31-11-rogermeier.asp SUNY Cobleskill alum Roger Meier, Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Class A golf course superintendent at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky., has the golf course in great shape for the PGA of America's Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid, May 26-29. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Tue, 31 May 2011 14:33:14 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/05-19-11-commservhonorroll.asp SUNY Cobleskill has been named to President Barack Obama's 2010 Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement. It is the second straight year the College is recognized for engaging its students, faculty and staff in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 19 May 2011 14:33:19 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/05-09-11-facchancawards.asp SUNY Cobleskill Professor of Psychology Dr. Harald Abrahamsen and Director of Institutional Research and Assessment Jennifer Gray are recipients of the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service and the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Professional Service, respectively. They will be recognized at the College's 93rd Commencement on Saturday, May 14 at 1 p.m. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 09 May 2011 14:33:24 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-27-11-plantsale.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Plant Science department will hold its annual Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the campus' Hodder Hall. All the plants are grown by Plant Science students, and the funds raised will be used to support and enhance educational programs. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:33:26 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-28-11-stihltimbersports.asp The STIHL® TIMBERSPORTS® Series, the nation's premier lumberjack competition, now in its 26th season, holds its Northeast Qualifier for the Collegiate and Professional Series at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds on April 29 &amp; 30. In addition to hosting the event, SUNY Cobleskill will field a team vying for top honors. ESPNU and ESPN2 cameras will be onsite to capture the action. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:33:42 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-19-11-templegrandin.asp SUNY Cobleskill welcomes acclaimed livestock handling facilities designer Dr. Temple Grandin to Albany's Palace Theatre on Wednesday, May 4, at 7 p.m., as part of the College's centennial celebration in 2011. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:33:30 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-19-11-ffa.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts the 86th annual New York State FFA Convention, in partnership with the Walton and Sidney FFA chapters, May 5 - 7. The College welcomes approximately 1,000 students from grades 6-12 representing 80 state chapters during the three-day convention. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:33:39 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-13-springclassic.asp The SUNY Cobleskill Animal Science department's Sheep and Goat Production class hosts its bi-annual Spring Classic on Saturday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the areas surrounding the College's livestock barns. This year's event offers several short seminars offering learning opportunities for many beginning and seasoned small ruminant farmers. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:33:46 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-18-11-eduardoochoa.asp Dr. Eduardo M. Ochoa, assistant secretary for postsecondary education, will deliver the keynote address at SUNY Cobleskill's 93rd Commencement on Saturday, May 14 at 1 p.m. Nearly 650 students are eligible to participate in the ceremony, with more than 250 receiving bachelor's degrees. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:33:39 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/04-13-springclassic.asp SUNY Cobleskill's School of Agriculture and Natural Resources is partnering with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie County to host the annual Agriculture and Energy Day on Saturday, March 5. The event will be held in the College's new Center for Environmental Science and Technology, adjacent to the Dairy Complex, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Sat, 05 Mar 2011 14:34:01 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-30-11-studentchancawards.asp SUNY Cobleskill students Krysten Zummo of Patchogue, N.Y., and Claire Reynolds of Schenectady, N.Y., are the recipients of the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:32:22 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-23-11-childrensmarch.asp SUNY Cobleskill's Campus Child Care Center hosts the fourth annual Children's March in recognition of Week of the Young Child on Wednesday, April 13 at 10 a.m. This year's event features a special performance by musician, composer and educator Skip West. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 23 Mar 2011 14:32:27 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-21-11-presidentsforum.asp SUNY Cobleskill, celebrating its charter centennial year, hosts a special panel discussion on the College's past, present and future on Friday, April 1, at 12 p.m. in Bouck Hall Ballroom. The President's Forum features current President Dr. Donald P. Zingale and Presidents Emeriti Dr. Thomas J. Haas and Dr. Neal V. Robbins. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:32:30 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-21-11-turfbowl.asp Six students represented first-time participant SUNY Cobleskill at the Turf Bowl held on March 9 at the New England Regional Turfgrass Conference and Show in Providence, R.I. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:32:15 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-21-11-dinnerdance.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts the Orange Tie Dinner Dance in celebration of the College's charter centennial year on Saturday, April 2 at 6 p.m. in Bouck Hall Ballroom. This year's event, sponsored by the SUNY Cobleskill Foundation, includes a tribute to the institution's 11 leaders. Current President Dr. Donald P. Zingale will be joined by Presidents Emeriti Dr. Thomas J. Haas and Dr. Neal V. Robbins. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:32:10 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-17-11-dairyfashionsale.asp The 30th annual Dairy Cattle Club's Dairy Fashions Sale, part of SUNY Cobleskill's Centennial Celebration, is set for April 2 at 11 a.m. The sale, which is the club's largest annual fundraiser, takes place in the hangar guest stables at the College's Equestrian Center. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:32:03 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-18-11-healthyplacesgrant.asp SUNY Cobleskill has been awarded a five-year $875,000 Creating Healthy Places grant. The College will lead a partnership of Schoharie County agencies to implement and evaluate a series of strategic initiatives designed to create healthy places to live, work and play in the towns and villages throughout the county. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:32:05 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-05-11-agenergyday.asp The 30th annual Dairy Cattle Club's Dairy Fashions Sale, part of SUNY Cobleskill's Centennial Celebration, is set for April 2 at 11 a.m. The sale, which is the club's largest annual fundraiser, takes place in the hangar guest stables at the College's Equestrian Center. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:32:03 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/03-04-11-usdaregmeeting.asp One of six regional meetings seeking public input on natural resource policy issues will take place on Thursday, Mar.10, on the campus of SUNY Cobleskill. This Northeast regional meeting, which will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in Bouck Hall, is open to anyone with an interest in natural resource conservation policy issues. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:31:59 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/02-14-11-slowrideart.asp Work created by amazing hand-picked local artists will be on display at Coby's on Feb. 16 beginning at 7 p.m. Coby's, the entrepreneurial venture of SUNY Cobleskill in conjunction with Cobleskill Auxiliary Services (CAS), is located at 549 Main Street in Cobleskill. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:32:54 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-20-11-timmoore.asp Tim Moore associate professor of agricultural business at SUNY Cobleskill since 2009, has been named interim chief operating officer for the College's School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, effective immediately. In addition to coordinating department chair management of day-to-day academic endeavors, Moore will supervise farm-related operations and personnel and represent SUNY Cobleskill to industry organizations, among other responsibilities. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:32:51 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-20-11-morancfpboard.asp Educator and personal financial services pioneer Charles A. Moran, CFP®, professor of business administration and account at SUNY Cobleskill, is the new Chair of the Board of Directors of the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. - a role he will use to champion awareness of the value of CFP® certification and the importance of financial planning education. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:32:47 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-19-11-finrespon.asp From the smallest all-volunteer group to large national associations, managing and protecting financial resources is a major concern for all non-profit organizations, especially during these turbulent economic times. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:32:44 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-15-11-biomasspartnership.asp SUNY Cobleskill, New York Biomass Energy Alliance (NYBEA) and the New York Farm Viability Institute (NYFVI) are continuing to help rural entrepreneurs advance innovative biomass technology projects through offering a second round of technical assistance. The goal of this collaborative effort is to support projects that are already in development by providing experienced engineering and financial analysis and advice. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Sat, 15 Jan 2011 14:31:56 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-14-11-centameryouthvisit.asp SUNY Cobleskill, in partnership with Schenevus and Cobleskill-Richmondville High Schools, hosts a delegation of Central American youth from Jan. 25 - 31. The Central American Youth Ambassadors Program highlights topics such as civic engagement, community activism, entrepreneurship and leadership development. The ambassadors spend three weeks in the United States as part of the program - one week in Washington, D.C., one week at SUNY Cobleskill and one week at Northern Michigan University. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:32:41 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-10-11-drthatcher.asp SUNY Cobleskill President Dr. Donald P. Zingale has recommended to the chancellor the appointment of Dr. Debra Thatcher as the next provost and vice president for academic affairs at the College, effective Jan. 19. Thatcher replaces Dr. Anne Myers, who returns to the faculty after eight years as vice president, including two years as SUNY Cobleskill's officer in charge prior to the arrival of Zingale in 2008. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:32:37 -0400 http://www.cobleskill.edu/news/2011/01-06-11-commfundraiser.asp SUNY Cobleskill hosts its third annual Communiversity Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 12. This year's event, a tribute to the 1969 music festival Woodstock, will be held in the campus' Bouck Hall Ballroom beginning at 6 p.m., with culinary delights provided by the College's Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism department. Kate Birchenough <bircheka@cobleskill.edu> Sat, 06 Jan 2011 14:32:35 -0400