2026 President's Bulletin

A Message from President Riley

by Office of the President - April 14 , 2026

As we begin a new academic year, I am pleased to welcome our returning students, faculty, and staff and warmly welcome the new students joining each of our colleges at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate).

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Cancer Symposium Highlights Prevention and Disparities

by Office of the President - April 14 , 2026

Downstate recently hosted the 11th Annual Cancer Health Promotion Symposium, bringing together students, trainees, physicians, scientists, nurses, and community members for a day of focused discussion on cancer prevention and health disparities.

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Precision Skin Care at Downstate and Closer to Home

by Office of the President - April 14 , 2026

Laser dermatology is expanding the range of skin conditions treated at Downstate and is focused on improving precision while reducing unintended effects on surrounding tissue; this approach reflects our commitment to #KeepCareClose.

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Downstate Researchers Contribute to Major Global Study on Addiction Risk

by Office of the President - April 14 , 2026

Two of Downstate’s researchers contributed to a major international study that is advancing understanding of addiction risk and reinforcing Downstate’s role in one of the nation’s longest-running research efforts in this field. Published in...

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Public Health Students Build Confidence in Mock Interview Workshop

by Office of the President - April 14 , 2026

Another cohort of students enrolled in Communication Skills for Public Health, led by Wendy Williams, Ph.D., Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Pedagogical Advancement and Evaluation in the School of Public Health, stepped into the Communications...

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