UAlbany Students, Special Olympics Athletes Share Bond Through Unified Sports
A first-generation college student from the Bronx, Magdalena Martinez learned the importance of compassion and care as a child while watching her mother recovered from a stroke and her brother survive his first days of life as a preemie in the NICU. These experiences were on her mind when she first volunteered to help athletes with disabilities participate in the Unified Sports program at UAlbany.
5 Questions with Rui Li: Exploring Geographic Information Systems
We caught up with Rui Li to learn about his background and the future of geospatial technologies.
Showcase 2025: CEHC Students Study Real World Impact of Cyber Attacks
Ariel Pinto, professor and chair of the Cybersecurity Department, teamed up this spring with the Electrical Power Research Institute, a non-profit energy research and development organization, on a cybersecurity research course for sophomores and juniors.
5 Questions with Talia Klippel and Natalia Zehner about the New President’s Fellowship Program
Meet Talia Klippel ‘26 and Natalia Zehner ‘26, two transfer students who worked in the President's Office this year as part of the new President’s Fellowship Program. Launched last fall, the program provides undergraduate transfer students with mentoring, networking and professional development experience while working in the President’s Office.
UAlbany Partnering on Initiative to Address Problem Gambling on College Campuses
The Center for Behavioral Health Promotion and Applied Research at UAlbany is partnering with the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) and the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) on a new initiative to address problem gambling on college campuses.
StAR Grants Fund 17 Initiatives that Spotlight Research Excellence and Public Impact
The University at Albany will award $500,000 during the 2025-2026 academic year to 17 initiatives that reflect the University’s academic and research excellence and address real-world challenges. Designed to create opportunities that further enhance the strategic priorities of the University, the Strategic Allocation of Resources (StAR) program provides resources and funding to projects that drive innovation and make meaningful societal contributions.
UAlbany Graduate Schools Receive Top Marks in U.S. News & World Report 2025 Rankings
The University at Albany continues to be recognized for its exceptional graduate schools, earning top marks in the newly released 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Programs featured in the rankings this year include Public Affairs, Public Health, Education, Business, and Engineering, demonstrating UAlbany remains a leader in preparing the next generation of scholars and professionals.