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Meet the Faculty - Jenny Frank
05/06

A dynamic look at how ESF blends sustainability education, renewable energy research, and hands-on student experiences to prepare the next generation of climate leaders.

President Mahoney To Be Recognized with Honorary Degree from Syracuse University
05/06

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) President Joanie Mahoney will be among those recognized with honorary degrees from Syracuse University at SU’s 2026 Commencement on Sunday, May 10. Mahoney will also deliver the SU College of Law commencement address for the Class of 2026. That ceremony on Friday, May 8,in the JMA Wireless Dome.

ESF Prepares to Celebrate Student Achievements at May Commencement
05/06

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) will award 399 bachelor degrees, including 63 graduate degrees during Commencement exercises at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9 in the newly renamed Joanie Mahoney Pavilion at Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview.

SUNY Chancellor Honors Six ESF Faculty and Staff for Excellence
05/05

Six employees of the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) were honored by Chancellor John B. King, Jr. for outstanding service to the State University of New York.

Dr. John Stella Named ESF Exemplary Researcher
05/05

Dr. John Stella has been named ESF Exemplary Researcher for 2026-27 at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. The Exemplary Researcher Award recognizes active researchers who demonstrate outstanding publication records, impactful research programs and strong mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students.

SUNY and ESF Fundraising Continues Upward Trend
04/30

The 2024-25 SUNY Fundraising Survey Report, released last month, shows growing philanthropic support across the SUNY system, including the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), even as higher education navigates significant change. SUNY is the nation’s largest comprehensive system of public education.

Meet the Faculty - Kyle Artelle
04/29

Kyle Artelle of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry discusses how Indigenous knowledge, conservation science, and innovative wildlife research are shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

ESF Students Honored with Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence
04/29

Two students from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) received the 2026 Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence, the highest honor SUNY bestows upon graduating students. Gabrielle “Gabby” Augustin-Orcel and Raymond Bailey were recognized for integrating outstanding academic achievement with leadership, research and service. SUNY honored them April 27 at a ceremony in Albany.

Basil Seggos to Receive Honorary Degree from SUNY ESF
04/28

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry will award an honorary degree to Basil Seggos, partner and senior policy director at Foley Hoag and the longest tenured commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, in recognition of his national leadership on climate, energy and environmental policy. The honorary degree will be bestowed at commencement exercises 2 p.m., May 9 at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview.

ESF Women’s Track Team Takes First at USCAA National Championship
04/27

The ESF Mighty Oaks women’s track team three-peated at the United States Collegiate Athletic Association national championships April 24-25 in Pennsylvania.