College of Arts and Sciences News Archive

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Drescher Leave Program Aids Junior Faculty, Professionals in Path to Permanency
The Dr. Nuala McGann Drescher Leave Program provides funding for junior faculty in tenure-track positions to take research leaves that can enhance their goal toward tenure. UUP-represented staff can apply for leaves for professional development that will assist in their getting permanent appointment.
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Area Storytellers to Highlight Women’s Stories at History is Her Story
History is Her Story, a program from the UAlbany Performing Arts Center and NYS Writers Institute, will feature four area storytellers spinning yarns about strong and influential women of the past and present, famous and lesser known, real or imagined in myths, folktales and legends.
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Faces of UAlbany: Students Reflect on Black History Month
Students share their thoughts on Black History Month in this photo essay by Savanna Stoddart '24.
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Living in Languages Colloquium to Explore Themes of Translation
The Departments of English and Languages, Literatures and Cultures (LLC) at UAlbany will host their 6th annual Living in Languages Colloquium today and Wednesday, exploring themes related to language and translation.
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Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Celebrates Mother Language Day
The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at UAlbany will celebrate Mother Language Day on Feb. 22 with a slate of activities designed to highlight and explore cultural and linguistic diversity.
Two young students explore a table-top science experiment at STEM and Nanotechnology Family Day at UAlbany on Feb. 10, 2024.
STEM & Nanotechnology Family Day Spotlights Student Learning
UAlbany welcomed K-12 students from throughout the Capital Region on Saturday, Feb. 10 to STEM and Nanotechnology Family Day, where they learned about how nanotechnology is making a difference in our lives through demonstrations, tours and a host of educational activities.
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Plays, Talks, Film and Crafts Celebrate Black History Month on Campus
In celebration of Black History Month, the University and community present a wide range of events and gatherings.
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Advancing Research on Minority Health Disparities: A Q&A with CEMHD Director Elizabeth Vásquez
Vásquez embarks on first semester as director of UAlbany’s Center for the Elimination of Minority Health Disparities