Move-in Day

New Hawks will be settling into their campus homesFor more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195163-1

State of the University Address

Join President Wheeler as we outline priorities for the new academic year. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:45 a.m.For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195151-1

Involvement Expo

Students can learn about campus orgs and meet some new people along the wayFor more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195155-1

Convocation 2026

A campus tradition returns as we welcome the new academic year and our newest HawksFor more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195164-1

Fall 2026 Study Abroad Fair

Come learn about international study opportunities available to New Paltz students! Study Abroad staff will be present to share information and answer your questions.For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195154-1

STEM Fair 2026

Meet STEM Clubs, faculty, staff, and students from the School of Science & Engineering (SS&E). All are welcome, including: First Year Students, Transfer Students, New STEM majors, and people curious about what SS&E has to offer!For more information, please visit https:/......More

Meet STEM Clubs, faculty, staff, and students from the School of Science & Engineering (SS&E). All are welcome, including: First Year Students, Transfer Students, New STEM majors, and people curious about what SS&E has to offer!For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195156-1

2026 Alumni Gathering in the Hudson Valley

Join fellow SUNY New Paltz alumni for an evening of connection, conversation, and community in the heart of Beacon. Reconnect with classmates, expand your professional network, and meet alumni from across the Hudson Valley. Whether you're catching up with familiar faces......More

Join fellow SUNY New Paltz alumni for an evening of connection, conversation, and community in the heart of Beacon. Reconnect with classmates, expand your professional network, and meet alumni from across the Hudson Valley. Whether you're catching up with familiar faces or making new connections, this relaxed gathering is a great opportunity to celebrate your New Paltz pride and stay engaged with the University. We look forward to seeing you in Beacon! Tickets: $25 Free to the class of 2026 (Register with the discount code Classof2026)For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195157-1

2026 Hudson Valley UnCaged Toy Piano Festival: Works for toy instruments and film

Described by The New York Times as “meticulously whimsical,” the UnCaged Toy Piano Festival is a three-day event celebrating toy instruments, new music and creative collaborations with artists and community members on keyboards. Founded in 2007 by SUNY New Paltz Associa......More

Described by The New York Times as “meticulously whimsical,” the UnCaged Toy Piano Festival is a three-day event celebrating toy instruments, new music and creative collaborations with artists and community members on keyboards. Founded in 2007 by SUNY New Paltz Associate Professor of Music Phyllis Chen, the biennial festival took place in New York City until 2019. In October 2026, the UnCaged Toy Piano Festival will return as a three-day event at its new home– the beautiful Hudson Valley. The inaugural UnCaged Toychestra, a toy instrument ensemble (supported by the SUNY New Paltz SURE grant), led by SUNY New Paltz music major Elizabeth Margit Distefano and Chen, will be a cornerstone feature at every event. UnCaged Toy Piano presents works for toy instruments and film at New Paltz Denizen Theatre (10 Main St., Ste. 501, New Paltz, NY). The performance will feature the legendary Margaret Leng Tan, known as 'the queen of the toy piano' (NY Times). The program will also include collaborative works for toy piano and video by Chen and Rob Dietz, a world premiere for robot toy piano by Amsterdam-based composer Christina Oorebeek, and appearances by SUNY New Paltz piano professor Dr. Alex Peh, Hwayoung Seo from Toy Piano Ensemble in Seoul, Chromic Duo's Dorothy Chan and Richmond-based keyboardist, Curt Sydnor. To highlight the collaboration with Denizen, a rare archival film on how to make a toy piano will be featured with live soundtrack.For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195169-1

2026 Alumni Reunion

We are excited to welcome you back to campus for Alumni Reunion! Please note that the schedule of events is currently being finalized and is subject to change. Event times, locations, and additional details may be updated as planning continues. We encourage guests to c......More

We are excited to welcome you back to campus for Alumni Reunion! Please note that the schedule of events is currently being finalized and is subject to change. Event times, locations, and additional details may be updated as planning continues. We encourage guests to check back regularly for the most up-to-date information and any changes to the event schedule. Are you interested in hosting an event on campus during Reunion? Are you celebrating a special milestone with your class? We would love to help connect you with fellow alumni who are also returning to campus. Please reach out to the Office of Alumni Relations at [email protected] so we can help bring your ideas together. Alumni Award Honorees to be announced in July 2026!For more information, please visit https://webapps.newpaltz.edu/events/view/195159-1