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Graphic with headshots of UAlbany researchers featured on the Academic Minute.
‘University at Albany Week’ Airs on WAMC’s The Academic Minute
Albany’s WAMC Northeast Public Radio aired five segments from UAlbany faculty during “University at Albany Week” on The Academic Minute.
Daniel Butterworth poses for a selfie in front of a sign that reads, "Welcome to Albany!" in English and several other languages.
Engaged Alumni: Daniel Butterworth, MA '11, MPA '13
Daniel Butterworth, MA '11, MPA '13 is the Executive Director of Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus, Inc. (RISSE) in Albany.
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Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
Purple and gold confetti rain down on a bunch of students standing in rows in front of chairs outdoors with the University at Albany podium in the distance against a blue sky with clouds.
UAlbany Applauds 5,000 New Graduates During Weekend Commencement Ceremonies
Nearly 5,000 students celebrated their graduation from the University at Albany, which hosted its 181st commencement festivities from Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 18. Among the graduates were an estimated 3,000 undergraduates and 1,900 graduate students, including recipients who completed their degrees last summer and fall as well as over the winter. UAlbany held a series of commencement events for the Class of 2025 throughout the week, highlighted by individual stage crossings and the University-wide outdoor undergraduate ceremony.
Purple and gold confetti rain down on a bunch of students standing in rows in front of chairs outdoors with the University at Albany podium in the distance against a blue sky with clouds.
UAlbany Applauds 5,000 New Graduates During Weekend Commencement Ceremonies
Nearly 5,000 students celebrated their graduation from the University at Albany, which hosted its 181st commencement festivities from Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 18. Among the graduates were an estimated 3,000 undergraduates and 1,900 graduate students, including recipients who completed their degrees last summer and fall as well as over the winter. UAlbany held a series of commencement events for the Class of 2025 throughout the week, highlighted by individual stage crossings and the University-wide outdoor undergraduate ceremony.
A man in a green jacket and dark cap takes a photo of a wall adorned with photos and artist renderings of UAlbany veterans
UAlbany Honors its Veterans at Opening of the New Great Dane Hall of Service
The University at Albany honored students and alumni that have served in the United States Armed Forces with the opening of the new Great Dane Hall of Service and rededicated Veterans Wall of Honor on May 7. The new Great Dane Hall of Service is a testament to the University at Albany’s commitment to the veterans who are a part of our community, including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The new Hall of Service pays homage to the myriad other ways Great Danes serve our community, including through mentoring, volunteering, and community-engaged scholarship.
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Rockefeller Student Explores AI, Government Decision-Making
Rockefeller College PhD student Tzuhao "Howard" Chen first developed a fascination for the inner workings of government as a child growing up in Taiwan.
UAlbany Provost Carol Kim speaks with a student presenting on the floor of Broadview Center during Showcase 2025.
Student Research and Creativity on Display at 3rd Annual Showcase
The event featured poster displays, oral presentations, demonstrations, panel discussions, recitals, art exhibitions and performances that reflect new and original exploration of topics in STEM, arts and humanities, social sciences and the professions.