Albeit in a new location, the tradition continued under the leadership and guidance of Mike Pitaro and his fellow committee members. Hearty appreciation all around as 333 of our students were fed by an assortment of professionals that included the president, provost, deans, vice presidents, directors, and a random assortment of other vital and vibrant staff members, including a variety of residence hall directors. Many thanks to all involved!

This event raised a little over $335 to be donated to the Cortland Chapter of the American Red Cross, an organization which many take for granted until tragedy strikes and their volunteers step forward to help. A good time was had by all and new connections were made on a variety of levels that bode well for the future. Comments overheard included:

“This was fun, I wish I had gotten involved sooner.I will definitely be interested in helping out again.”

“Thank you so much for doing this. It’s really cool seeing people outside of their offices.”

“I like the earlier time . . . allows me to get to bed sooner. It’s been a long week.”

The two words heard the most were “Thank you.”

Here’s to strong future events that continue to build on the positive camaraderie that is such an important element to all that we do. The students value and appreciate the event and that alone makes it a success.

Are you, or do you know someone who is, a full-time teaching faculty member who:

Provides a positive impact on students outside of the classroom?

Establishes and/or maintains opportunities for student involvement outside of the classroom?

Demonstrates that they have ‘gone the extra mile’ in order to serve students?

The Student Affairs Faculty Connection Award is an award designed to recognize a faculty member for establishing and maintaining significant connections with students outside of the classroom. Begin thinking of who you feel might be deserving of this recognition as you will have the opportunity to nominate someone to be considered for the 2008 – 2009 academic year. 

Award Application

Midnight Breakfast!

A SUNY Cortland tradition…

This campus service program provides an opportunity for faculty and staff to work together to serve a hot breakfast for students during the late hours of study days to help get them energized for the exams and projects ahead of them! This program connects our students with our faculty and staff on a different level, in a different setting, and is enjoyed by all.

When: Friday, December 5th, 2009 from 10pm until 12 midnight

Where: Corey Union Function Room

Why the new location?: Neubig is closed for renovations

Cost: $1.00 cash donation only

Proceeds benefit the Cortland County chapter of the American Red Cross

Event sponsors include: Student Government Association, Student Acitivities Board, Vice President for Student Affairs, Institutional Advancement, Auxilliary Services Corporation, Residential Services

Post written by: Michele Baran, Career Services

Last week a 107 page report was distributed to President Bitterbaum, his cabinet, department chairs and program heads.  The report summarized data from the undergraduate class of 2007, and provided data on employment and satisfaction with a SUNY Cortland education.As survey coordinator, the most exciting piece of information I look forward to is the “thank you” cards I am able to distribute to the campus community.  Survey respondents are able to list up to three individuals who have “greatly impacted his or her college experience,” then I am able to send each of those people a card.

This year, over 1,400 cards were distributed throughout the campus and given to many, many people from “Candy at Dunkin’ Donuts” and “The Bookmark Ladies” to professors, secretaries, advisors, and President Bitterbaum.It is exciting to see how many people on campus have positively impacted students’ lives, and in the coming weeks, I will be featuring some of the comments those graduates made about their times at SUNY Cortland.