Generations of SUNY New Paltz students, alumni, faculty and staff gathered to welcome more than 2,000 new first-year and transfer students at the fall Convocation tradition, Aug. 23, 2019.
“Today, our college community gathers to salute our newest cohort of students and take up its work to prepare you to excel in rapidly changing times that demand creativity and worldliness.”
President Donald P. Christian
Nancy Kassop (Professor of Political Science), Faculty Grand Marshal
Majessa Pedrozo ’19 (Communication Disorders), Student Speaker
Dylan Rose ’16 (Mathematics), Alumni Speaker
“The start of this journey signifies a special time in your lives, and I hope your experience here will be a stepping stone to whatever you embark on after college. Remember, you are ultimately writing your own story, with today being the beginning of your New Paltz chapter.”
Dylan Rose ’16 (Mathematics), Alumni Speaker
“College is about self-discovery and learning to make big decisions. Take advantage of your time here – challenge yourself, seize the opportunities that may seem intimidating, and take charge of your education. Trust me; you will learn more from experiences that push your capabilities.”
Majessa Pedrozo ’19 (Communication Disorders), Student Speaker
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“You have the tools in your own hands over these next few years to shape your future. How you use those tools is up to you. Remember that we the faculty are here to help you on that journey.”
Nancy Kassop (Professor of Political Science), Faculty Grand Marshal
College welcomes new students on Move-in Day
Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019
1 Hawk Drive
New Paltz, NY 12561
845-257-SUNY (7869)
877-MY-NP-411 (toll free)
