
Grads at a Glance: Exploring Global Backlash on Gender Studies
For master’s candidate Raneem Afifi, journalism is more than storytelling — it’s a form of resistance. This spring, Afifi produced a documentary, Gender (Studies) is Burning, examining the global rise of political attacks on gender studies and what they signal about academic freedom.

Grads at a Glance: Marching from Band Toward a Teaching Career
For history and anthropology major Grace Augenstern, the University at Albany struck all the right chords.

Thousands of Great Danes Get Ready to Graduate at UAlbany
The University at Albany will celebrate the Class of 2026 this week with a four-day series of Commencement events beginning May 14. Approximately 4,900 graduates will earn their degrees, joining a global network of more than 205,000 alumni.

Grads at a Glance: A Meteorology Career Sparked by Hurricane Sandy
Atmospheric science major Ryan Sontarp’s path to meteorology began with a historic storm.

Meet Sophie Breunig, UAlbany’s 'Pink-Meister'
Freshman Sophie Breunig lives life in pink. Thanks to her pastel dresses and fashion sense, her style has made her someone people recognize, even if they don’t know her name.

SUNY Elevates Five UAlbany Faculty Members to Rank of Distinguished Professor
The title ranks above full professor and is conferred by the SUNY board of trustees to faculty who have made significant contributions to research and scholarship in their respective fields, garnering national or international prominence.

Grads at a Glance: Italy, Internships Contribute to Academic and Personal Growth
Jacqueline Arena found a semester in Milan was where her studies in political science and English took on a new meaning.

The Dog Days are Over: Senior Zoe Veaunt on Four Years as Damien the Great Dane
If you have attended a University at Albany athletics event in the past four years, the likelihood you’ve taken a picture with senior Zoe Veaunt is high — even if you didn’t know it.