Prof. Silvana Andreescu Appointed Department Chair of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science

As Interim Dean of Arts & Sciences, I am pleased to share the good news that Professor and Egon Matijević Endowed Chair of Chemistry &  Biomolecular Science Silvana Andreescu has agreed to be appointed Department Chair of CBS, effective July 1.  As you may know, the current Department Chair, Prof. Devon Shipp, is assuming the … Continue reading Prof. Silvana Andreescu Appointed Department Chair of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science

Workshop Tonight: What can I do to feel better right now?

Join the Office of Student Life on Wednesday, 4/29 at 6p for a special webinar with Clarkson counselor Liz Siematkowski, LMHC. Link to join: bit.ly/clarksonfeels Learn some concrete actions you can take right now in order to feel better. Attendees will not be able to see who else is attending and can ask questions anonymously! All … Continue reading Workshop Tonight: What can I do to feel better right now?

Clarkson Ignite Podcast with Alex French

The Clarkson Ignite Podcast team discusses with Alex French, Assistant Director of Sustainability, his Climate Stories Program. This awareness campaign focuses on sustainability issues within the campus community, Potsdam community, and the North Country communities. Listen in today to learn more about climate change and how this program is bringing a focus on the issues, … Continue reading Clarkson Ignite Podcast with Alex French

Asian Americans Documentary Series Sponsored by Wallace H. Coulter Foundation

The Wallace H. Coulter Foundation is sponsoring the Asian Americans Documentary Series, which begins April 30 with a panel on Facebook Live. Follow the link below to register for the live panel on April 30 and for more information on the series on May 11 and 12 on PBS.  https://caamedia.org/blog/2020/04/13/asian-americans-documentary-series-will-broadcast-on-pbs-in-may/   Wallace H. Coulter was a … Continue reading Asian Americans Documentary Series Sponsored by Wallace H. Coulter Foundation

Incomplete Grade Reminder

As the end of the semester approaches, you may be contacted by students seeking an incomplete grade in your course. Here are some important reminders about incompletes:  Students who seek an incomplete should submit to you an incomplete grade request form, which (once approved) should be turned in to SAS. The assigning of an incomplete grade … Continue reading Incomplete Grade Reminder

CU-ECS General Body Meeting, Join Us!

Dear All,  We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. The Clarkson University Electrochemical Society (CU-ECS) will be holding a general body meeting on Friday, May 1 at 12:00 pm to discuss the achievements of the chapter as well as plans for the future. Additionally, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IEEE) society will … Continue reading CU-ECS General Body Meeting, Join Us!

NSF Awards Grant to Clarkson Profs Studying Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 Virus

Recent scientific and media reports have highlighted the risk of airborne transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. While it is understood that coughing and sneezing can easily spread the virus over long distances, a multi-disciplinary group of Clarkson professors is framing the problem in a new light. They are examining how air expelled … Continue reading NSF Awards Grant to Clarkson Profs Studying Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 Virus

Federal Work-Study Students – Update

Federal Work-Study Students As of May 9th, federal work-study funds allotted to the University will be fully expended. If you are working remotely, being paid through federal work-study, and anticipated working past May 9th, contact your supervisor to discuss your employment. If you were unable to work remotely and are being paid through federal work-study … Continue reading Federal Work-Study Students – Update

Good Knight – Benjamin Venditti ’22

As we work through a challenging time – each of us focusing on doing all the right things in the face of uncertainty – your extended Clarkson family is thinking of you. Each evening, we hope to share a story of good things, Good Knights, as a way to remind each of us that, despite … Continue reading Good Knight – Benjamin Venditti ’22

Clarkson Community Steps Up to Help Students and Staff Cover Up  

A recent New York State-issued directive that says that all people in the state must wear masks or face coverings in public whenever social distancing is not possible led to the need for masks for Clarkson essential workers and the students who remain on campus.  Around 30 Clarkson employees, students, and volunteers got out their … Continue reading Clarkson Community Steps Up to Help Students and Staff Cover Up