Division of Student Affairs Newsletter

Dear Colleagues,

As March draws to a close, the spring semester is in full stride, and there is much to celebrate across the division. Thank you for your continued dedication - your work continues to support student development and growth as active members of SUNY Brockport and beyond.

Sharing updates and opportunities for student engagement.

Happy New Year! I hope you had a restful break and are ready for an exciting spring semester. I’m pleased to share several updates and opportunities for student engagement.

As we approach finals week, I’m grateful for your partnership in supporting our students. Your hard work and dedication have been instrumental in supporting student success.

As we reach Week 9, learn what our students need most and how you can help. This month’s updates include Brock the Vote initiatives, new peer counseling hours at Hartwell Training Clinic, mental health grants, and opportunities to support student belonging and academic success.

Campus buzzes with student engagement as over 720 new students participate in Saturday of Service and 95% adopt our new Ask Ellsworth support platform. This month’s updates include strengthened campus partnerships, new residential life initiatives achieving 90% LLC retention, record-breaking wellness services, and upcoming opportunities for faculty and staff to support student success through mentorship and community engagement.

Get ready to welcome our new and returning students! This message covers essential Move-In dates (Aug 17-23), Saturday of Service volunteer opportunities, Welcome Week resources, and First Six Weeks programming funding. Your participation helps create the Brockport spirit that makes every student feel at home.

Announcing the launch of the Ellsworth Eagle AI Chatbot, a new SMS-based program designed to support student engagement and retention at Brockport. The chatbot will connect with students, answer their questions, and provide resources.

This month’s Student Affairs Newsletter highlights exciting achievements, including M&T Bank $10,000 grant to support The Pantry, the pilot launch of the Ellsworth Eagle Chatbot, and our certified Master Trainers. Discover upcoming events like Take Back the Night, Eagle Day, and the Honors and Awards Ceremony, plus opportunities to volunteer as a Saturday of Service Team Leader. 

This month’s Faculty & Staff Newsletter highlights key achievements and initiatives within the Division of Student Affairs, including updates on the Hazen Center for Integrative Care director search, increased student engagement in campus events, and the success of the Annual Leadership Conference. Updates on residence life, leadership development programs, and civic engagement opportunities are also featured. Additionally, the newsletter provides information on the return of the Saturday of Service event, spring break reminders, and ways faculty and staff can continue fostering student belonging and success.

This edition of the Student Newsletter highlights key updates and opportunities as we reach the midpoint of the semester. With Spring Break approaching, students are reminded of important campus resources, including dining and fitness center hours. Updates on housing, leadership programs, and the return of Saturday of Service encourage student involvement. Upcoming Deliberative Dialogues and the Trash to Treasure initiative provide additional ways to engage and make an impact.

Dear Colleagues

As we dive into the Spring 2025 semester, I’m thrilled to share the remarkable momentum we’ve already built together. Though we’re only in week three, our students are already immersing themselves in exciting events and programs that exemplify our collective commitment to engagement, connection, and student success.

The division of Student Affairs end of semester highlights and upcoming programs and events for spring 2025.

Dear Brockport Faculty and Staff,

As we reflect on the first six weeks of the fall semester, I’m filled with gratitude and pride for the incredible work you’ve all done to create a welcoming and engaging environment for our students. Your dedication has truly made a difference in helping our students feel a sense of belonging at Brockport.

The Division of Student Affairs updates to faculty and staff.

A reflection of the division of student affairs milestones and a brief look ahead to Fall 2024.

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