October 2025 Newsletter
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 14 , 2025
Ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware) designed to block access to a computer system or files until a large sum of money is paid to the attackers.
The Downstate Update
WellNYS Daily To-Do and Calendar for October 2025
by Employee Assistance Program - October 7 , 2025
October is nationally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month and includes World Mental Health Day on October 10. It is a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote early detection, safety, and...
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
by Department of Human Resources - October 1 , 2025
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) began in 1987, with Congress officially designating October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in 1989. DVAM provides an opportunity for everyone to learn about the prevalence and impacts of domestic...
2026 CREST Phase II Pilot Grant Awards
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 1 , 2025
We are excited to announce that the Clinical Research Training Program (CREST) at SUNY Downstate is now accepting applications for Phase II Pilot Grant Awards. This program is designed to cultivate a diverse cohort of clinician-scientists who are...
Register Today For An Upcoming AVIRT Active Shooter Training
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 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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In observance of Yom Kippur
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 1 , 2025
This evening marks the beginning of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, the most sacred day in the Jewish calendar. Coming ten days after Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur brings the High Holy Days to a close with a time of deep reflection, prayer, and atoneme...
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Cheers to Our SOHP Champs: Celebrating Passion, Care, and Excellence All October
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 1 , 2025
October is a special month at the School of Health Professions (SOHP) as we celebrate several of our outstanding programs and the incredible faculty, staff, and students who drive them. Their dedication, passion, and the life-changing work they do...
TRACS Program Opportunity: Applications Open
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 1 , 2025
Opportunities to contribute to ongoing research, develop manuscripts, and enhance competitiveness for residency or postdoctoral training
School of Health Professions 2025-2026 Dean's Lecture Series
by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 1 , 2025
The purpose of the Lecture Series is to provide Downstate students with value added content in addition to what they are learning in their base curricula to position them to be leading thinkers and influencers in their disciplines.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
by Department of University Police and Public Safety - September 26 , 2025
Please be advised that as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”), SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is pleased to publish the “2025 Annual Security and Fire...
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2026 TRANSPORT Junior Faculty Training
by Office of Communications & Marketing - September 26 , 2025
An enriching summer program that provides junior faculty with didactic courses in community-based participatory research, study design, working with and presenting data, research ethics, grantsmanship skills, and academic career development.
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Announcing The Passing of Dr. John C. LaRosa
by Office of Communications & Marketing - September 23 , 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of John C. LaRosa, M.D., FACP, who served as the 15th president of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate) from 1999 to 2012. Dr. LaRosa was also a distinguished Professor of Medicine and...
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah
by Office of Communications & Marketing - September 22 , 2025
As the sun sets this evening, Jewish communities will gather to welcome Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year and one of the High Holy Days in the Hebrew calendar. It is a time to reflect on the past year, renew our hopes, and look forward with resolve...
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
by Office of Communications & Marketing - September 15 , 2025
As New Yorkers, our pride in diversity runs deep. This month, we joyfully celebrate the Hispanic community whose heart and heritage enliven every borough, and our SUNY Downstate family. Nearly 30 percent of our city identifies as Hispanic; their...
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