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Holocaust Remembrance Day

by Office of Communications & Marketing - January 27 , 2026

On January 27, Downstate joins the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005. On this solemn day, we remember and honor the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust:...

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The Passing of Dr. Gerald Whitehead Deas

by Office of the President - January 23 , 2026

SUNY Downstate mourns the passing of Gerald Whitehead Deas, M.D., MPH, MS, Hon. Sc.D., Hon. D.H.L. He was a singular presence in this institution’s life and an original in every sense.

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Maternal Health Awareness Month

Observing Maternal Health Awareness Day

by Office of Communications & Marketing - January 23 , 2026

Downstate joins the nation in recognizing Maternal Health Awareness Day and reaffirming our commitment to protecting the lives, health, and dignity of birthing people. For this fifth annual observance, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists...

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Honoring The Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

by Office of Communications & Marketing - January 16 , 2026

On Monday, we honor the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a visionary leader whose activism, courage, and moral clarity continue to inspire generations more than 57 years after his assassination.

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Register Today For An Upcoming AVIRT Active Shooter Training

by University Police - January 15 , 2026

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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Upcoming TIAA Consultations from January through March

by Office of Communications - January 13 , 2026

TIAA continues to offer on campus/in-person counseling sessions by appointment only. If there are no times available, that means all appointment are taken. Please consider virtual/zoom meetings as an alternative. Please self-schedule via website...

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Elevate Your Week

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Corner for January 2026

by Employee Assistance Program - January 9 , 2026

January often brings a sense of new beginnings, but it can also feel overwhelming as routines resume and expectations for the new year set in. After the busy holiday season, some people experience fatigue, stress, or the “post-holiday blues.”

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