Information Session on Online and Blended Learning - Thursday, December 6

An information session on options in online and blended Learning will be held at Ulster County Community College’s Burroughs Hall, Stone Ridge, at noon, Thursday, December 6. This hands-on workshop will explore the many types of online instruction. Participants will learn to differentiate between courses labeled hybrid/blended, asynchronous, synchronous and OASIS, as they navigate SUNY Ulster’s spring 2008 schedule of classes.

Multimedia instructional designer Hope Windle will demonstrate the features of online course software and discuss how to maximize the benefits of online study. Those who attend will have the opportunity to log in to a self-assessment tool to determine what type of computer-based instruction best suits their personal learning style. Representatives of the admissions office will be available to discuss enrollment options and the application process.

Participants will learn how blended courses provide busy students with flexibility through the mix of online requirements and classroom instruction. Students in a blended course attend regularly scheduled classes with the instructor and classmates, which allows for lectures and class discussions. The online component of a blended course can include participation in discussion groups and message boards, electronic submission of assignments and sharing of online research. Other online course offerings may follow a format where students and the instructor do not meet and participants log in from anywhere in the world.

Anyone with an interest in taking an online course is encouraged to attend. The workshop will include information about hardware and internet requirements as well as the computer resources available to SUNY Ulster students.

This free workshop is open to the community. Reservations are suggested by calling the SUNY Ulster Admissions Office at (845) 687-5022 or by email to admissions@sunyulster.edu.

SUNY Ulster Women’s Soccer Team 2007 Region XV Runners Up

President Donald C. Katt presents a plaque to the SUNY Ulster Women’s Soccer team, runners up in Region XV for their first year of NJCAA intercollegiate competition: (top row, left to right) Katelyn Bartholomew of Kerhonkson, Hilary Miner of Saranac, Erica Stevens of Kingston, Katelyn Pellicane of Stone Ridge; (middle row) Jill Exman of Bloomington, Shana Quigley of Lake Katrine, Danae O’Bryan of Summitville, Melissa Lee of Catskill; (front row) SUNY Ulster President Donald C. Katt, Katina Gattuso of Milton, Athletic Director Shirley Blaser, Women’s Soccer Head Coach Steve Gaschler of Pine Bush. Not in photo: Heidi Erichsen of Highland.

SUNY Ulster's Theater Department Presents: THE FOREIGNER, NOV. 15-18

SUNY ULSTER THEATER DEPARTMENT PRESENTS THE FOREIGNER, HILARIOUS COMEDY, NOVEMBER 15, 16, 17 AND 18. FIRST PRODUCTION OF NEW THEATER ARTS COORDINATOR ...

What happens when a shy and silent young man is mistaken for a suspicious foreigner who doesn’t understand English? That is the premise of the hilarious American comedy The Foreigner, a production of the Ulster County Community College Theater Department, on November 15, 16, 17 and 18 at Quimby Theater on the Stone Ridge campus of the College. Evening performances on Thursday, November 15, Friday, November 16, and Saturday, November 17, will be at 8:00 p.m. There is an afternoon performance on Sunday, November 18, at 3:00 p.m. All tickets will be sold at the door, with a suggested donation of $8. High school and college students with ID may attend free of charge.

Some of the cast and crew of The Foreigner (left to right): front row, Brandon Anders, Jerry Bradley, Matt Condilis; standing, Isadora Newcombe, Lerone Simon, Mary Small, Amber Rodriguez, James Stokes.

The Foreigner is a “devilishly clever play” that demonstrates what can happen when a group of people mistakenly believe they can speak without restraint around someone who doesn’t understand their language. Although the play is a comedy, it deals with a serious theme—what it means to be an outsider—with a light touch. Its appealing characters and happy ending have made it an audience favorite, suitable for the whole family.

The director of this production is Jerry Bradley, the new coordinator of SUNY Ulster’s Theater Program, a two-year associate’s degree program in performance and stagecraft. The new Theater Arts Program is geared toward aspiring actors, designers, directors and stage technicians. Through part-time or full-time study, students can earn an A.A. degree and prepare for transfer to a 4-year program.

Spring classes begin January 22. Those interested should call the Admissions Office at 800-724-0833 for information.

Jerry Bradley’s professional career began in acting, performing over 200 roles in New York, at leading regional theaters and abroad, and working in production on and off-Broadway ranging from The Fifth of July with Christopher Reeve and Swoosie Kurtz to Torch Song Trilogy with Harvey Fierstein. He produced and directed a New York revival of Neil Simon’s Rumors, the musical Earth Girls Are Easy with Tony-winner Kristin Chenoweth, Bizet’s Carmen and numerous new scripts and classic plays, including Shakespeare. With an MFA in acting and directing from the University of Virginia, the Woodstock resident has taught at Cornell University, SUNY Oswego, Emory & Henry College and Marymount Manhattan College.

The participating staff, students and community members are listed under the towns in which they live:Kingston: Brandon Anders, cast as Reverend David Marshall Lee; Adele Calcavecchio, local community cast member, playing Betty Meeks; Maxim von Eikh, cast as Ellard Simms; Ashlee Bakey, cast as Catherine Simms. Max Lydy, SUNY Ulster professional staff, scene and lighting designer; Lerone Simon, assistant stage Manager; Isadora Newcombe, lights; Anthony “Nick” D’Alberto, props; Grace Jarrold, wardrobe; Courtney Constantino, props.Margaretville: Mary Small, props.New Paltz: Aletta Vett, professional guest costume designer.Rosendale: Mike Belluzzi, cast as Owen Musser.Saugerties: Anthony Curtis, cast as Charlie Baker; Angela Perez, production stage manager; Ryan Hunlock, company manager; Amber Rodriguez, wardrobe; Mike Prezioso, props; Matt Condilis, sound.Ulster Park: Biz Goldhammer, set construction and painting.Wallkill: James Stokes, cast as Froggy le Seur.

SUNY Ulster on the Road

It's that time of year again...

I have been very busy travelling out and about visiting area high schools and college fairs over the last few months during this Fall 2007 recrutiment season! I am very pleased to see that so many high school students, including Souphmores, Juniors, and Seniors are taking active initiative to learn more about the many educational opportunities that are out there - particularly at SUNY Ulster!

Here I (Lucia M. Pecore '94) am with two of my Student Admissions Ambassador's, Sarah and Maliha at the Marist College - College Fair in Dutchess County.


Jody Bivona Mesches, Associate Professor & Coordinator of the RN Nursing Program at SUNY Ulster assists a prospective student and her mother, as they collect information about the Admissions process and the Nursing Programs entrance requirements at Kingston High Schools College Fair.

James Truitt, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Criminal Justice Program and our Police Academy speaks to interested parents at the Kingston High School College Fair providing them with valuable information about our Criminal Justice Program.

Beth Alden, Associate Professor of the Coordinator of Veterinary Programs promotes SUNY Ulster's Veterinary Technology Program at Kingston High School College Fair.

Student Admissions Ambassador's Ben and Cristina help to staff the Kingston High School College Fair by collecting inquiry cards from intersted prospecitve students and sharing their personal experiences as students with them.

I will continue to visit high schools in the area--so listen to your morning announcements and check with your high school guidance counselors for my scheduled visits. I look forward to assisting you with your future enrollment at SUNY Ulster!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SPRING 2008 & FALL 2008 ADMISSIONS - PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL AT PECOREL@SUNYULSTER.EDU OR BY PHONE AT (845) 688-1566

I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU :)