UAlbany Report Identifies Barriers and Facilitators Shaping New York’s Nursing Pipeline
A new report by the Center for Health Workforce Studies examined the state of the nursing education pipeline in New York State.
CEHC Launches Revamped Undergraduate Cybersecurity Program
The program, which will be available to students starting in Fall 2025, will focus on the changing cybersecurity landscape, including the emergence of AI-powered threats.
Melonie Walcott Awarded $1.4M to Improve HIV Prevention for Black Cisgender Women in New York
UAlbany’s Melonie Walcott received a $1.4 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to lead a four-year study to address disparities in HIV prevention medication uptake among Black cisgender women in New York State.
UAlbany Hosts Student Gamers for Empire State Scholastic Esports Invitational
The tournament featured student teams competing in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Rocket League tournaments from inside UAlbany’s new 4,000-square-foot esports arena.
UAlbany Launches New Semiconductor and Microelectronics Scholarship Program
UAlbany's new Semiconductor and Microelectronics Leadership Program provides scholarships of $5,000 to exceptional high school or transfer students interested in the semiconductor and microelectronics programs at the College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering.
Paquita Davis-Friday Announced as New Dean of Massry School of Business
The new dean will take the helm effective Feb. 18, 2025.
UAlbany Atmospheric Scientist Named Among World’s Most Influential Researchers
Atmospheric scientist Aiguo Dai has once again been named among the world’s most-cited researchers.
UAlbany Unveils Winner of Annual Holiday Card Student Art Contest
First place in the 2024 Holiday Card Design Contest went to graduate student Aliyah Meléndez for her design featuring a group of students and a restful Damien enjoying a fresh snowfall in front of the podium with the historic carillon in the background.
Strengthening Puerto Rico’s Power Grid for a Resilient Future
Jorge González-Cruz of the Atmospheric Sciences Research Center is leading a project to improve Puerto Rico's power grid resiliency.
Study: UAlbany Generates More than $1B for Capital Region Economy
The University at Albany generates $1.1 billion in economic activity throughout the Capital Region, according to a report released today (attached). The analysis, conducted by the Capital District Regional Planning Commission, found the economic impact of UAlbany translated into $813 million in operational impacts; $211.7 million in construction-related impacts; $80 million in UAlbany students spending in local communities; and over 8,000 jobs across the Capital Region.
UAlbany Center for Biophotonic Technology and Artificial Intelligence Adds International Research Partner
University at Albany chemist Igor Lednev is adding another research partner to help develop laser-based technologies for forensics and medical diagnostics.
UAlbany Selected One of The Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs
The University at Albany has been selected as one of the 2025 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs. The annual recognition – awarded by ACPA - College Student Educators International (ACPA) and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education – celebrates student affairs workplaces that are vibrant, diverse, supportive and committed to staff work-life balance, professional development and inclusive excellence.