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10/12/2026

Michael Oberg, SUNY - The State University of New York Distinguished Professor of history and an internationally renowned scholar of Native American studies, has published "The Central Fire of the Iroquois: A Five-Hundred-Year History of the Onondaga Nation" (Yale University Press, 2026).

The book traces the Onondagas from their emergence, through the formation of the Iroquois League, and into the present day. It tells of their survival and commitment to their land and cultural values despite military invasions, disease, and efforts to eliminate their lands and traditional government.

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Michael Oberg, SUNY Distinguished Professor of history and an internationally renowned scholar of Native American studies, has published The Central Fire of the Iroquois: A Five-Hundred-Year History of the Onondaga Nation (Yale University Press, 2026).

10/10/2026

We're just one week away from the Community & Campus Festival celebrating the inauguration of Melinda D. Treadwell, SUNY Geneseo’s 14th president!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 12–3 p.m.
📍 Village Park/Doty Lawn
🎟️ Free & open to the public!

ALSO! Don't forget! A Community Passport has been created to encourage exploration, connection, and engagement. Visit campus and community locations, collect stamps or stickers, and earn a free T-shirt! 👇

As part of the inauguration celebration for Melinda D. Treadwell, SUNY Geneseo’s 14th president, the College invites the campus and surrounding community to come together for an afternoon of food, music, activities, and connection. On Saturday, October 17, from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Village Park/Dot...

10/07/2026

SUNY Geneseo has appointed Amy Sheldon ’90, PhD, as associate provost for academic affairs. A professor who has taught at Geneseo since 2000, Sheldon has helped shape the college’s curriculum, expand opportunities for students, and lead academic initiatives through shared governance.

As associate provost, Sheldon will work with faculty and staff on undergraduate curriculum, academic program assessment, and student success. Congratulations, Amy!

SUNY Geneseo has appointed Amy Sheldon ’90, PhD, as associate provost for academic affairs.

10/06/2026

The Princeton Review MCAT has (again!) named SUNY Geneseo a Best Value College for 2027.

🏆 #3 Top 20 Best Schools for Internships (Public Schools), based on students’ ratings of accessibility of internship placement at their school

🏆 #32 Top 50 Best Value College (Public Schools), based on Princeton Review’s ROI ratings

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The Princeton Review has named SUNY Geneseo a Best Value College for 2027.

10/05/2026

ICYMI, this past weekend Geneseo's performing arts department performed "Merrily We Roll Along!" But did you know that in 2002 in the Robert Sinclair Blackbox Theatre, the students of Geneseo also performed "Merrily We Roll Along?" Check out some photos from both performances!

And mark your calendars for "Little Women" February 3–6 at 7:30 p.m. and February 7 at 2 p.m. in the Robert Sinclair Black Box Theatre and "Once Upon a Mattress" April 17–20 at 7:30 p.m. and April 21 at 2 p.m. in Alice Austin Theatre.

Pictured from 2002 performance: Brian Bernys, Christine Dipiano, Michael Morch. Thank you to Brian for providing these photos!

10/01/2026

Celebrate the inauguration of Melinda D. Treadwell, SUNY Geneseo’s 14th president, with an afternoon of food, music, activities, and community!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 12–3 p.m.
📍 Village Park/Doty Lawn
🎟️ Free & open to the public!

Explore campus and Main Street, connect with local organizations and businesses, and enjoy family-friendly fun. Plus, complete the Community Passport by collecting stamps or stickers to earn a free T-shirt. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

As part of the inauguration celebration for Melinda D. Treadwell, SUNY Geneseo’s 14th president, the College invites the campus and surrounding community to come together for an afternoon of food, music, activities, and connection. On Saturday, October 17, from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Village Park/Dot...

09/29/2026

As climate change, civil discourse, and artificial intelligence reshape what New York’s students need to learn, three SUNY Geneseo faculty and staff members have been selected to help guide SUNY’s response.

Together, Ahmad Almomani, associate professor of mathematics, Aaron Herold, associate professor of political science and international relations, and Alexis Clifton, director of Geneseo’s Teaching and Learning Center, place Geneseo expertise in systemwide efforts to develop resources, support educators, and shape how SUNY approaches three consequential issues. ⬇

As climate change, civil discourse, and artificial intelligence reshape what New York’s students need to learn, three SUNY Geneseo faculty and staff members have been selected to help guide SUNY’s response.

09/22/2026

SUNY Geneseo has been ranked the #5 Best Public Liberal Arts College in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, marking the first time the College has been ranked nationally by the publication.

“This is an important recognition of the extraordinary academic community our students, faculty, and staff have built at Geneseo,” said SUNY Geneseo President Melinda D. Treadwell.

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SUNY Geneseo has been ranked the #5 Best Public Liberal Arts College in the nation by US News & World Report.

09/15/2026

Join SUNY Geneseo for a Graduate Program Spotlight! If you're not sure which program is right for you, join us on Wednesday Sept 30, 6-7PM for an all programs, in-person graduate information session. Register now!

Education:

Thursday Sept 24, 4-5PM
MS Reading + Literacy Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

Wednesday Oct 28, 12-1PM
MS Reading + Literacy Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

Monday Nov 23, 6-7PM
MS Reading + Literacy Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

Business:

Thursday Oct 15, 6:30-7:30PM
MS Accounting In-Person Graduate Program Spotlight

Tuesday Nov 10, 6:30-7:30PM
MS Accounting Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

History:

Tuesday Oct 20, 4-5PM
MA History Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

Thursday Nov 19, 12-1PM
MA History Virtual Graduate Program Spotlight

Schedule of events for prospective students such as graduate fairs and information sessions we're hosting to offer a closer look at Geneseo's master’s degree programs. Even if you live outside the area, we may be visiting your community soon -- so take a look at what we have planned.