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From capstone to byline: Senior thesis by Olivia Sippel ’24 opens doors to real-world reporting

From capstone to byline: Senior thesis by Olivia Sippel ’24 opens doors to real-world reporting
After enrolling in SUNY New Paltz as a transfer student from Brooklyn, New York, Olivia Sippel ’24 (Journalism) built an extensive portfolio in campus media, from podcasting to print news.

SUNY New Paltz scholars recognized at 2025 Honors Program graduation ceremony

Exemplary SUNY New Paltz scholars recognized at 2025 Honors Program graduation ceremony
The SUNY New Paltz Honors Program held its annual graduation ceremony and reception on May 18 in recognition of the high-caliber talent and work ethic of the newest program alumni. 

Angelina Somma named Valedictorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2025

Angelina Somma named Valedictorian of SUNY New Paltz's Class of 2025
As the descendant of a family of teachers, Angelina Somma '24 (Adolescent Education: Social Studies) '26g (Literacy Education) knew she wanted to follow in their footsteps from a young age, and she knew SUNY New Paltz was the place to help her reach that goal.

 

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Honors Program Seminar Requirement Outline

The Honors Program seminar requirements can change based on when a student is accepted into the program.  Below is a breakdown of how many seminars each class is required to take and the ways in which they can complete this requirement. Beyond the mandatory Individual and Society seminar that all incoming freshman must take the Honors Program offers students the flexibility to take their seminars when it is conducive to their schedule.

Incoming Freshman
Required to take 4 seminars

  • Mandatory Individual and Society seminar
  • May take the remaining 3 classes as follows:
    • 3 additional Honors seminars or
    • 1 Honors Seminar & 2 Honors Designated Courses (*the correct section number must be taken for the class to count) or
    • 2 Honors Seminars & 1 Honors Designated Course or
    • 2 Honors Seminars & Study Abroad or
    • 1 Honors Seminar, 1 Honors Designated Course & Study Abroad

2nd Semester Freshman and 1st Semester Sophomore

Required to take 4 seminars

  • May take the classes as follows:
    • 4 Honors Seminars or
    • 3 Honors Seminars & 1 Honors Designated Course (*the correct section number must be taken for the class to count) or
    • 2 Honors Seminars & 2 Honors Designated Courses or
    • 3 Honors Seminars & Study Abroad or
    • 2 Honors Seminars, 1 Honors Designated Course & Study Abroad

2nd Semester Sophomore

Required to take 3 seminars

  • May take the classes as follows:
    • 3 Honors Seminars or
    • 2 Honors Seminars & 1 Honors Designated Course (*the correct section number must be taken for the class to count) or
    • 2 Honors Seminars & Study Abroad or
    • 1 Honors Seminar, 1 Honors Designated Course & Study Abroad

Junior

Required to take 2 seminars

  • May take the classes as follows:
    • 2 Honors Seminars or
    • 1 Honors Seminar & 1 Honors Designated Course (*the correct section number must be taken for the class to count) or
    • 1 Honors Seminar & Study Abroad