<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/news/2026/mahoney_retirement_leaders_react.php" dsn="2023-news"><title>Leaders Across Central New York and New York State Reflect on President Joanie Mahoney’s Legacy</title><subtitle/><item_date>10/07/2026</item_date><summary>Following yesterday’s announcement that SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) President Joanne "Joanie" Mahoney plans to retire in 2027, leaders from across Central New York and New York state are sharing their appreciation for her leadership and contributions to ESF, higher education, environmental stewardship, and the region.</summary><featured/><heading-type>none</heading-type><image><img src="" alt=""/></image><image_caption/><video/><thumbnail><img src="" alt=""/></thumbnail><internal>true</internal></item>