Holiday Greetings from Communications & Marketing
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 24 , 2025
The Office of Communications & Marketing wishes you happy holidays!
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2025 Downstate Update
Call for Nominations: 2025-2026 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in the Classified Service
by Labor Relations - December 23 , 2025
The SUNY Downstate Selection Committee, chaired by Dr. Cheryl Rolston, Chief Nursing Officer, invites you to nominate Classified Service employees for special recognition by the SUNY Chancellor!
Tags: Awards
Menorah Lighting 2025
by Office of the President - December 18 , 2025
SUNY Downstate proudly celebrated its 15th Annual Menorah Lighting, a longstanding and cherished tradition on campus. This year’s celebration featured a 12-foot LED menorah, symbolizing light, resilience, and perseverance.
The Commons Cafeteria Ribbon Cutting
by Office of the President - December 17 , 2025
The updated dining area features several new stations, including Pizza and More, Deli, Grill, Action Station, Self-Checkout, and Beverage Stations.
NYS Commissioner of Health Declares Influenza is Prevalent
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 11 , 2025
The NYS Commissioner of Health declared influenza is prevalent in our state. This action activates a public health law that requires personnel in all healthcare facilities who are not vaccinated against influenza for the current influenza season,...
Happy Holidays & Safety Reminder!
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 10 , 2025
It's that wonderful time of year again when many of us look forward to celebrating the holidays by adding festive decorations to our workspaces and the facility. We absolutely encourage the holiday spirit! While we enjoy the cheer these decorations...
Downstate Hosts its First-Ever Christmas Tree Lighting
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 10 , 2025
The Downstate community gathered at The Grove for a moment to start a brand new tradition—the first-ever lighting of a campus Christmas tree. As colleagues, students, faculty, families, and friends made their way across campus, the air filled with...
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Newly Scheduled Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP)
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 3 , 2025
We are pleased to announce the newly scheduled Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offerings for PEF-Represented and Management/Confidential (M/C) employees.
Tags: Human Resources
NYS Flex Spending Account (FSA) 2026 Open Enrollment
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 3 , 2025
The Office of Employee Relations (OER) has announced that the 2026 Open Enrollment Period for the New York State Flex Spending Account (FSA) Program runs from November 1, 2025 to 11:59 PM (EST) December 08, 2025.
Tags: Human Resources
Submission of Time Sheets/Time Records Non-Chargeable Type/Payroll Website
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 3 , 2025
It is an employment requirement that every State Employee maintain his or her timesheet/time record on a biweekly or monthly basis. Timely submission of timesheets/time records is mandatory.
Cardiovascular Summer Institute 2026 (Former PRIDE-CVD)
by Cardiovascular Summer Institute - December 1 , 2025
The Cardiovascular Summer Institute is a mentored research program, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) since 2006. It provides hands-on experience in cardiovascular research, grant writing, and career development....
Tags: Research
Upcoming AVIRT Active Shooter Training
by Office of Communications & Marketing - December 1 , 2025
AVIRT, short for Active Violence Immediate Response Training goes beyond active shooter training by teaching emergency bleeding control techniques, warning signs of a potential aggressor, quick response in a violent situation, escape, evade, or attack...
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A Thanksgiving Season of Gratitude, Connection and Care
by Office of Communications & Marketing - November 26 , 2025
As the fall leaves settle over Brooklyn and the season of gratitude arrives, we pause to reflect that what truly binds us together is our shared humanity, our sense of purpose, and the community we create through care and connection.
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