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Introducing The Downstate Update

by Office of Communications & Marketing - July 1 , 2025

We know things move fast in healthcare—and we want to keep you in the know. That’s why we created the Downstate Update: a quick, easy-to-read newsletter that brings you the latest news, updates, and highlights from around SUNY Downstate Health...

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Wellness Webinars in 2026: March Wellness Webinars

by Employee Assistance Program - March 9 , 2026

As we move into March, take a moment to focus on your overall well-being. This month is a great opportunity to reset, recharge, and prioritize your health. Make time for small daily habits that support physical, mental, and emotional wellness,...

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Tags: Employee Assistance Program, Wellness

Women Day

Honoring International Women’s Day at Downstate

by Office of Communications & Marketing - March 8 , 2026

As we celebrate International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8, we honor the achievements of women around the world and reaffirming our shared commitment to gender equity.

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Tags: Commemorative Months

Sending My Appreciation to UHD and the Downstate Community

by University Hospital at Downstate - March 5 , 2026

As I complete my service as Interim Chief Executive Officer of University Hospital at Downstate, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for the opportunity to serve this extraordinary community.

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Tags: Downstate Health, University Hospital at Downstate

Patient Safety Fair

Join Us for Our Patient Safety and Quality Fair

by University Hospital at Downstate - March 5 , 2026

Celebrate Patient Safety Week with presentations highlighting our patient safety, process improvement, and quality improvement projects at the Patient Safety and Quality Fair. On Thursday, March 12, our staff, students, and faculty will share their...

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Tags: Downstate Health

Information Security Awareness | March 2026 Newsletter

March 3 , 2026

Security requires a proactive mindset, both at work and at home. While many attackers hope for a big payday by targeting large organizations, they’ll also gladly scam regular people out of money or personal information. Let’s review a few common...

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Tags: Information Services, Information Technology

Volunteer to Be a Buddy – Support Our New Employees at SUNY Downstate

by Department of Human Resources - March 1 , 2026

Do you remember your first days at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University—when everything was new, you didn’t know anyone yet, and you had a million questions?

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Tags: Human Resources

Resiliency Awards

Nominate a Colleague for a 2026 Downstate Resiliency Award Today!

by Resiliency - March 1 , 2026

Continuing the tradition begun two years ago, SUNY Downstate plans to extend its gratitude to employees and students for all that they have done and continue to do by awarding the 2026 Downstate Resiliency Awards. Please use the attached nomination...

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Tags: Awards

2026 Spring Mini Courses

by Student Center - February 25 , 2026

Just a reminder that Spring is coming and we have fun Mini Course offerings! 8 interesting classes, some brand new to us!!!!

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Tags: Academic and Student Affairs, Student Center

Caregivers Pin

National Caregiver Appreciation Day at Downstate

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 20 , 2026

At Downstate, many of our faculty and staff spend their days caring for patients, teaching students, advancing research, and sustaining our operations. Then they return home and continue caring for aging parents navigating dementia or frailty, children...

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Tags: Campus Events, Commemorative Months, University Hospital at Downstate

Resiliency Awards

Nominate a Colleague for a 2026 Downstate Resiliency Award Today!

by Resiliency - February 18 , 2026

Continuing the tradition begun two years ago, SUNY Downstate plans to extend its gratitude to employees and students for all that they have done and continue to do by awarding the 2026 Downstate Resiliency Awards. Please use the attached nomination...

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Tags: Awards

Lunar New Year

Celebrating 2026 Lunar New Year: The Year of the Horse

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 17 , 2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marks the commencement of the Lunar New Year—a momentous cultural celebration that holds deep significance for many East and Southeast Asian communities. This holiday signifies the first new moon of the lunisolar calenda...

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Tags: Holidays, observances

Ramadan

In Observance of Ramadan

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 17 , 2026

With the beginning of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (concluding on Thursday, March 19, 2026), we extend our heartfelt wishes for a blessed and peaceful observance to all members of our Downstate community who are observing.

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Tags: Holidays, observances

Transport Program

2026 TRACS Paid Research Training Program

by Department of Research - February 9 , 2026

We are excited to invite applications for the 2026 Transition to Academic Careers (TRACS) Program, a one-year paid research training opportunity designed to strengthen the research capacity of students in biomedicine and public health as they transition...

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Tags: Research

New Leadership

School of Public Health Appoints New Leadership For The Master of Healthcare Administration Program

by Office of Communications & Marketing - February 9 , 2026

The School of Public Health is pleased to announce new leadership appointments for the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Program, strengthening the program’s academic direction and operational leadership at a time when healthcare systems...

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Tags: Faculty / Staff, School of Public Health