Cardinal Points News Update May 9, 2026

[Laura Holtman]

NEWS
Three student speakers reflect on college
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/three-student-speakers-reflect-on-college/>

More than 1,000 SUNY Plattsburgh master’s and bachelor’s degree students
are eligible to cross the stage at the university’s spring 2026
commencement being held Saturday, May 16 at the field house with President
Alexander Enyedi presiding and conferring degrees.
SA approves next year’s budget
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/sa-approves-next-years-budget/>

The Student Association approved their 2026 to 2027 budget May 6, after the
budget was turned down April 29 over disagreements on the arts block grant
and travel funds.
ARTS & CULTURE
LaPoint recycles discarded items to create vibrant works of art
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/lapoint-recycles-discarded-items-to-create-vibrant-works-of-art/>

Kate LaPoint from Altona, New York, uses recycled materials to create
extraordinary canvases, statues and sculptures. Surrounded by arts and
crafts growing up, LaPoint has matured her skillset into something
professional.
Honors class curates exhibit in Feinberg Library
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/honors-class-curates-exhibit-in-feinberg-library/>

“In Hurricane Katrina’s Wake: Photography” is an exhibition of work by Josh
Williams from the Plattsburgh State Art Museum collection on exhibit in the
Feinberg Library lobby through May 18. The photographs on display were
curated by students in Associate Professor of Art Dr. Michaela Rife’s
honors seminar, Photography and the Environment.
Minor Adjustments sends off Ngozi Permaul during last performance of spring
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/minor-adjustments-sends-off-ngozi-permaul-during-last-performance-of-spring/>

SUNY Plattsburgh’s acappella group Minor Adjustments held its final concert
of the semester on April 30, as the student group showcased months of
preparation. According to Minor Adjustments member Abigail McCauley, the
student-run group dedicates significant time to preparation.

PHOTOS
Plattsburgh state rugby lights up TnT Tournament
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/plattsburgh-state-rugby-lights-up-tnt-tournament/>
SUNY Plattsburgh presents a melodic Choralfest
<https://cardinalpointsonline.com/suny-plattsburgh-presents-a-melodic-choralfest/>


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