[Important Information for Employees] President Enyedi's November 2024 Message to Campus
Office of the President
president_office at plattsburgh.edu
Fri Nov 1 14:03:16 UTC 2024
Dear Campus Community,
Happy November 1st! As we approach the end of the fall semester I want to
take a moment to share updates on important projects, activities, and
initiatives that will continue to shape our campus in the months ahead.
1. Clinton Community College (CCC) Co-Location to SUNY Plattsburgh
We remain on schedule for CCC to be co-located and fully operational in
Redcay Hall and 133 Court Street by August 15, 2025. This timeline allows
both campuses to align resources, clarify shared-services, strengthen our
collaborative efforts, and ensure a successful transition.
At SUNY Plattsburgh, we are now working to update/retrofit the new spaces
that have been identified for units/departments moving from Redcay and
Court Street. As outlined on our website
<https://www.plattsburgh.edu/about/clinton/index.html>11 separate
unit/department relocations are underway to facilitate these moves.
Specifically, Anthropology and Sociology will move to Beaumont Hall,
Criminal Justice will move to Ward Hall, and the Center for the Study of
Canada will move to the house located at 102 Broad Street (adjacent to
Kehoe). Finally, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will move to Floor
10 of Kehoe.
These moves will occur in a phased manner during the 2025 spring semester
to allow CCC to initiate the retrofit of Redcay Hall and 133 Court Street
to support its academic delivery needs. The current project management plan
calls for Admissions to relocate in January 2025 and Anthropology,
Sociology and Criminal Justice to relocate by the end of April 2025. The
Center for the Study of Canada will also move by the end of April 2025.
In order to facilitate these moves, the following activities are underway:
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The Office of the State Comptroller has approved the restoration
contract for Floors 1 through 4 of the Kehoe Building. This restoration
work is necessary due to the damage caused by two floods in Kehoe over the
past 12 months. When the restoration work is completed, GEO will move from
Floor 10 to Floor 2 to allow the Office of Admissions to move back into
Kehoe.
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A request for moving company quotes has been sent to the four companies
under Office of General Services contract, with responses due by November
18. The quote will include boxing-up items in individual offices (unless
otherwise noted by the office occupant).
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We have contracted with AES Northeast <https://aesnortheast.com/> to
create “stamped drawings” for new spaces to be occupied by
departments/units currently in Redcay and 133 Court Street. These drawings
will detail the spaces in Beaumont, 102 Broad Street, Kehoe and Ward where
faculty and staff from Redcay and Court Street will be moving. We require
stamped drawings from an architect to proceed with the construction work to
update to these spaces.
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Atlantic Testing Laboratories <https://www.atlantictesting.com/> has
been engaged to conduct preliminary testing of all the relocation spaces
for asbestos, lead paint, mold and mildew before construction begins.
Testing is required prior to construction.
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In addition, we have identified three rooms to support CCC lab
instruction - Beaumont 409 - CCC Science Lab; Ward 119 - CCC Art Lab;
Hawkins 027 - CCC Nursing Lab.
2. New Welcome Center for Admissions in 2028
The former Algonquin Dining Hall will undergo a complete renovation to
become the new home of Admissions and the public welcome center. The plan
is to create a revitalized space that will offer an enhanced experience for
prospective students, families, and visitors and reflect our commitment to
providing a welcoming and engaging introduction to our campus. It is
anticipated that the center will open in early 2028.
The SUNY Construction Fund has a total of 940 days to complete this
project, spanning from June 18, 2024, to January 24, 2028. Below is the
timeline for the remaining phases of the project:
1.
Consultant Procurement (July 16 - December 30, 2024): We will select and
procure a consultant who will guide us through the design and planning
phases.
2.
Design Phase (December 31, 2024 - May 18, 2026): We will work closely
with our consultant to create a detailed plan for the welcome center.
3.
Bid/Award/Notice to Proceed (May 19 - September 7, 2026): After
finalizing the design, we will enter the bidding phase, awarding contracts
and issuing a Notice to Proceed to the selected contractor.
4.
Construction (September 8, 2026 - January 24, 2028): The construction of
the new welcome center will begin fall 2026, with the anticipated
completion date set for January 24, 2028.
We are committed to transparency throughout this process and will provide
updates as we reach each milestone. Your support and engagement in this
process are vital as we work together to enhance our campus with this new
welcome center.
3. IBAC Transition to Enrollment and Student Success (ESS)
The I’ve Been Admitted to College (IBAC) program has been a vital part of
our campus outreach since 2021, initially serving 40 eighth-grade students
from two local North Country middle schools. Since then, the program
participation has grown significantly, now hosting over 1,000 eighth
graders annually from 16 middle schools in the region. During October 2024,
we welcomed 542 students from Peru, Saranac Lake, Chateaugay, Ausable
Valley, Chazy, Willsboro, Boquet Valley, and Saranac to SUNY Plattsburgh.
We look forward to hosting an additional 500 students in spring 2025!
I want to express a heartfelt thank you to the academic departments that
participated this fall, providing engaging activities for our eighth
graders: Anthropology, Theater, Psychology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, the
Center for Earth and Environmental Sciences, and Criminal Justice in
collaboration with our University Police Department. I also extend my
gratitude to our Education Department for providing MST students as
official hosts and tour guides during the IBAC events.
As we move forward, the program will officially transition to the
Enrollment and Student Success (ESS) division in spring 2025. This change
will enable us to expand the number of students served and enhance the
breadth of their experiences. Additional work will be done to steward IBAC
students and their families through high school graduation, strengthen and
nurture relationships with high school principals, counselors and support
teams, collaborate with all programs at SUNY Plattsburgh designed for
school-aged students and continue to build relationships with local
communities, volunteers, and stakeholders to enhance college access in the
North Country
I look forward to sharing future IBAC updates with you as this program
continues to grow and serve North Country students.
4. Final Student Enrollment Census
Now that final census has been completed, I am able to share this fall’s
enrollment data, including enrollment figures and trends. I am pleased to
report that our official student headcount for Fall 2024 is 4,541 students
and consists of 3,826 undergraduate students and 715 graduate students. The
4,541 student headcount is 124 students above the earlier May 2024 budget
projection of 4,417 students.
Headcount Trends
Year-to-year, student enrollment from Fall 2023 and Fall 2024 has increased
nearly 3%. I am grateful for the incredible work by the Offices of
Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions and the Office of Financial Aid to
facilitate this increase - particularly in an environment of intense
competition for students and a flawed FAFSA rollout. Driving up our
increased enrollment was a 102% increase in new graduate student enrollment
(as compared to 2023), a 31% increase in new transfer student enrollment
and a 1% increase in new first year student enrollment.
This is the first time since 2021 that our total headcount enrollment has
been above 4500 students. This fall’s increase is a positive sign that
enrollment at SUNY Plattsburgh has stabilized and is now trending upward in
alignment with our strategic plan.
5. Budget and Financial Update
This year’s budget focuses on sustaining our momentum while safeguarding
essential services and programs. Interim Vice President for Administration
and Finance, Magen Renadette, will be hosting an all- campus presentation
on November 21, 2024 in Yokum 0200 from 12:30 pm - 2 pm. The presentation
will cover the university's all funds financial stability plan, the capital
plan, and an update on the university's space management plan.
This information ensures transparency as we continue to build a strong
financial foundation for our campus.
6. Observance of Black Solidarity Day – Monday, November 4, 2024
On November 4, we join together for Black Solidarity Day, a time for
reflection, unity, and support. This day serves as an important reminder of
our commitment to understanding and addressing the historical and ongoing
struggles faced by Black individuals and communities. It encourages us to
engage in meaningful conversations about racial justice, equality, and
inclusivity within our campus and society at large.
Black Solidarity Day not only honors the achievements and contributions of
Black leaders and activists but also calls upon us to stand in solidarity
with those who continue to face systemic barriers. It is an opportunity to
reflect on our individual and collective roles in fostering a more
equitable environment, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued.
As we commemorate this day, let us reaffirm our dedication to building a
campus culture that celebrates diversity and promotes justice for all. I
encourage everyone to participate in the planned events and activities, as
they are crucial for fostering understanding and community spirit. Please
refer to this weblink
<https://www.plattsburgh.edu/plattslife/diversity/teach-in.html> for
additional information on the day’s events and how you can participate.
7. North Country Impact Award
The North Country Impact Award is a prestigious recognition that honors one
outstanding alumnus/a from each of our three academic schools every year.
This award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions
to their professional fields and/or demonstrated exceptional dedication to
community service. Recipients are selected based on their sustained
positive impact on the vitality of the North Country and its residents,
showcasing the profound influence our alumni have on the region.
The remarkable accomplishments of North Country Impact Award recipients not
only exemplify their personal dedication but also highlight the quality of
education received at SUNY Plattsburgh. These individuals are vivid
representations of our university’s mission to support and enhance the
social, cultural, and economic health of our communities.
We are proud to celebrate these remarkable alumni whose work embodies the
values and principles of SUNY Plattsburgh. Their success stories inspire
current and future students and strengthen our ties to the North Country,
reinforcing our commitment to fostering a thriving community.
We invite faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the university to submit
nominations for this prestigious award by January 10, 2025, at 4 p.m. EST.
For more information on eligibility criteria and to access the nomination
form, please visit the North Country Impact Award
<https://alumni.plattsburgh.edu/s/1603/bp19/interior.aspx?sid=1603&gid=1&pgid=2959&cid=6895#gsc.tab=0>
webpage.
8. Giving Tuesday
As we enter the season of giving, I invite you to join us in celebrating
Giving Tuesday, the global day of giving, on December 3, 2024.
Held annually on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday is
aimed at unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform
their communities and their world through generosity.
As members of the SUNY Plattsburgh community, we can demonstrate our
generosity and transform our campus community through Gifts With Heart to
the Plattsburgh College Foundation. Every single gift fuels our mission of
supporting student success and academic excellence.
You can click here <http://plattsburgh.edu/onegift> to make a gift and to
learn more about the #PlattsGive campaign.
9. Final “Pizza with the President” Event
Don’t miss the final "Pizza with the President" event of the semester on
Wednesday, November 20, from 4 PM to 5 PM in Burghy’s Den at the Angell
College Center! This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind, connect, and
share in some delicious pizza and cookies from Chartwells.
It has truly been a pleasure meeting so many of you throughout the
semester, hearing your ideas and perspectives, and enjoying great
conversations. Let’s make this final gathering a memorable one as we
celebrate our community and look ahead to the exciting months to come. I
look forward to seeing you there.
10. SUNY University Faculty Senate (USF) Plenary Session on Campus
Finally, I want to express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to our
successful hosting of the University Faculty Senate (UFS) Plenary from
October 24 - October 26. This event was a true reflection of our commitment
to academic collaboration and community engagement, made possible by the
dedicated efforts of many faculty and staff, including:
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Cherice Granger: President’s Office
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Bridget Haina: Associate Professor of Communication Studies, Chair of
Faculty Senate
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Dr. Sandra Rezac: Chair & Professor of Sociology, Presiding Officer of
Faculty Senate
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Dr. Wendy Gordon: Professor of History, UFS Vice President/Secretary
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Dr. Lolita Kincaid: Chair & Associate Professor, Human Development &
Family Relations, SUNY Plattsburgh UFS Senator
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Laura Rathbun, Kelly Santor, Sebastien Mallet, Danielle Waterhouse:
Chartwells
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Rob Boal, Dan Mariano, Mel Brinson, Frank Bretthauer: Maintenance and
Operations/Moving Crew
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Allison Swick-Duttine: Angell College Center
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Tonya Cribb, Walter Early: Art Museum
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TJ Myers, Bernie Grabzewski, Nick Agoney, Alyssa McGovern: Information
Technology Services
The University Faculty Senate serves as the principal shared governance
body for the state-operated and statutory campuses of the State University
of New York. It acts as a deliberative body on educational policies and
other professional matters, providing invaluable resources on governance
for our academic and professional employees. The Senate plays a critical
role in offering feedback to the Chancellor, Provost, and other senior
administrative officers of SUNY regarding policies and initiatives from
SUNY System Administration. Additionally, it collaborates with campus
governance organizations across the system to address matters that impact
our campuses and SUNY as a whole.
It was an honor to host the UFS Plenary on our campus, and we are grateful
for the opportunity to engage with such dedicated professionals in higher
education.
Finally, thank you for your continued commitment to making SUNY Plattsburgh
a vibrant, welcoming community. More updates will follow as the semester
progresses and I look forward to seeing you at various events around campus.
All the best,
Dr. Alexander Enyedi
President
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