The Graduate School at the University at Albany

The Graduate School is closed today for Juneteenth and will reopen on Monday, June 22 for regular business hours.

Classes are out but that doesn’t mean that the reading stops 😄📖 Whether it’s something for your research, a guilty pleasure novel, or that book you’ve been putting off all year – we want to know! What’s on your summer reading list? Tell us in the comments 👇

We're proud to share that UAlbany's graduate programs continue to earn national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings! 🎉

🏅 Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy — No. 31 nationally, with specialties ranked as high as No. 5 in Information & Technology and Homeland Security
📚 Information Science — No. 29 in Library Studies
🔬 Clinical Psychology — No. 59 nationally
💼 Massry School of Business MBA — No. 118 nationally

These rankings reflect the hard work of our incredible students, faculty, and staff who are committed to excellence every day. We're so proud of everything this community continues to achieve!

Read the full story at the link below. 👇
https://www.albany.edu/news-center/news/2026-us-news-world-report-2026-rankings-highlight-ualbany-graduate-programs

Meet Christopher Murunguzha from Zimbabwe! 🌟 Originally driven by a desire to be part of a world-class institution, Christopher chose UAlbany's Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy to pursue his Master of Public Administration.

During his time in our MPA program, he participated in the 2025 UpToUs Leadership Bootcamp in Washington, D.C., did a summer internship, and strengthened his skills in policy analysis, research and data analysis, and community and stakeholder engagement. He truly has built the skills and networks to make a real impact in public service.

His advice for fellow grad students? Graduate school isn't just about the coursework — it's about building relationships, staying involved, and always coming back to your 'why.' 💡

We love having you in the Great Dane family, Christopher! 🐾

Applying to graduate school can feel overwhelming, but the right resources can make all the difference. In this blog, Kehinde Adejumo, UAlbany master’s student shares how campus support services — including the Writing Center and the Office of Career and Professional Development — can help strengthen your application and build confidence throughout the process.

From drafting your statement of purpose to preparing for interviews, these tools are designed to help you succeed.

🔗 Read more: https://www.albany.edu/graduate/news/2026-campus-resources-graduate-school-success

The Graduate School is closed today for Memorial Day and will reopen on Tuesday, May 26 for regular business hours.

Security fatigue - a state of emotional exhaustion and disengagement that can reduce compliance with security practices.

A study led by Sanjay Goel from the Massry School of Business reveals that repeated exposure to security demands can lead to “security fatigue,” causing employees to become mentally exhausted and less engaged with safe practices.

These findings underscore the importance of designing security systems that account for human behavior alongside technological safeguards.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 🎉

Today we celebrate the accomplishments of our UAlbany Great Danes and recognize the dedication, resilience, and excellence that brought them to this milestone. Through research, scholarship, and leadership, you have contributed meaningfully to the University at Albany community and beyond.

We are excited to see what's next. Congratulations, graduates!