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Rockefeller College Remembers Robert Mauro
Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy is sad to announce that Robert “Bob” Mauro, PhD ’09 passed away on October 31 at the age of 46 after an extended illness. Bob was an alumnus and active member of Rockefeller College’s Advisory Board. He also earned the University at Albany Alumni Association’s Excellence in Education Award in 2016.
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UAlbany Launches Massive Artificial Intelligence Cluster Hire of 27 Faculty
The University at Albany will add an unprecedented 27 new faculty members specializing in artificial intelligence in the coming months, marking the next critical phase in the University’s ambitious plan to incorporate elements of AI teaching and research across all academic programs. The 27 new hires — the largest cluster hire in the University’s history — are among 49 new faculty members expected to join UAlbany next year and will help lay the foundation for the University’s new AI academy.
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As Midterms Near, Faculty, Students Weigh in on Issues
In advance of the 2022 midterms, UAlbany is hosting viewing parties and panel discussions, while students, faculty and staff are contributing to the discussion through contributed research, commentary and policy briefs on election-related issues.
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Nonprofit Leadership Institute Accelerates Graduates’ Success
With a focus on advancing engagement and service, UAlbany’s Institute of Nonprofit Leadership and Community Development hosts the Emerging Nonprofit Leadership Accelerator (ENLA), a rigorous leadership and development program that aims to cultivate the next generation of nonprofit professionals.
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Podcast: Provost Carol Kim discusses UAlbany's Inaugural Showcase
Provost Carol Kim discusses plans for the UAlbany Showcase, a day dedicated to student research, scholarship and creative endeavor, with Mary Hunt on the Engagement Ring podcast. Showcase is set for April 27, 2023.
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Reception Honors Newly Tenured and Promoted Faculty
Twenty-eight faculty members were promoted to associate professor and associate librarians, both tenured positions, and another seven were promoted from associate professor to full professor.
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Healthy Aging Symposium Set to Showcase Opportunities for New Research Partnerships
On Oct. 17-18, UAlbany will host the Healthy Aging Symposium — an opportunity for faculty from UAlbany and SUNY Poly CNSE to share research and discover the breadth of aging-centered projects underway at both institutions.
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Disaster Communication Class Gets Camera-Ready Through OCM Media Training
Class was in session last Tuesday afternoon inside UAlbany’s digital media studio.