Maritime College Family,
Last week was another great example of the energy and opportunity that define THE Maritime College. We welcomed the SUNY University Faculty Senate to Fort Schuyler, along with SUNY Board of Trustees Chair Meryl Tisch, Trustee Marcus Crespo, and Chancellor John B. King Jr for a visit. We also hosted our Fall STEAM Day, showcasing the opportunities we have to offer to nearly 50 students from our local communities. Thank you to everyone who helped make these events a success and continues to move our College forward. Here are a few additional highlights and updates from around campus:
Law and Order Filming. Universal-NBC Law and Order will be filming on campus on this week, Tuesday, October 20th, in the Sally Port, Riesenberg Gymnasium, and the S&E Lecture Hall. Set-up and breakdown day is today and Wednesday. Parking in lot #4, the inner gorge of the fort, and portions of lot #11 are secured through close of business Wednesday. Other temporary parking restrictions will go into effect tomorrow. Please see UPD email sent yesterday evening for the full details.
Homecoming 2026. We look forward to welcoming our Alumni back to Fort Schuyler for an action-packed week celebrating the traditions, friendships, and shared experiences that make the Maritime College Family so special. Homecoming is a time to reconnect with our Maritime Nation and celebrate the pride we share in THE Maritime College. I hope to see you on campus! The full schedule of events is available on our website.
Athletics Hall of Fame. Our Annual Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner will be held October 22 at 6:00 PM in the MAC MPR as a kick-off to homecoming.
Expanded Riesenberg Gym Access. Effective Monday, October 26, 2026, Riesenberg Hall weight and cardio rooms hours will be extended to better support the health and wellness of students, faculty, and staff. Standard facility hours will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, while the weight and cardio rooms will be accessible seven days a week from 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM for members of the campus community with a valid ID. During extended hours, entry will be restricted to the front lobby door using a valid College ID, with each individual required to swipe in separately; all other designated exterior entrances will remain secured and accessible for exit only. These expanded hours reinforce the College’s “Students First” commitment while maintaining campus security and promoting responsible use of athletic facilities.
Student Union Game Room Access. Effective Monday, October 26, 2026, the Student Union game room is now open daily from 0600 to 0000 for student use. Over the next few months, we will install card readers to provide 24/7 access with a valid Maritime College ID. Please help us keep this facility safe and welcoming for our campus community. If you see unauthorized individuals using the space or notice any damage, please speak up and report it.
General Dynamics NASSCO (National Steel and Shipbuilding Company) Career Opportunities. On Tuesday, October 20, at 5:00 PM in the Admissions Building Conference Room Ian Busch, Director of Hull, Innovation, and Quality Engineering at NASSCO, will discuss career and internship opportunities for engineering and business majors.
World Mental Health Day – Halloween Fun Run/Walk. Counseling Services will host a one-mile Halloween Fun Run/Walk on Wednesday, October 28, starting at 3:00 by the College Marquee and finish on the Quad by the flagpole to promote mental health awareness, wellness, and connection through physical activity and social engagement. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate, bring friends, and wear Halloween costumes while supporting the message that mental health matters and reminding the community that no one has to navigate challenges alone. For additional information, contact Christine D’Amico.
Title IX and Title VI Responsible Employee Training. All employees are required to complete 2026-2027 SUNY Employee Title IX and Title VI Training by October 31, 2026. The 20–25 minute training encourages reflection on how our actions contribute to an inclusive community, reinforces expectations for respectful engagement, and shares information about resources available if concerns arise. The training is a mandatory component of our compliance and fulfills the UUP Collective Bargaining Agreement. Upon completion, you will be designated as a responsible employee who is required to report perceived discrimination or harassment to the appropriate office on campus. The training is in Brightspace under My Courses/Professional Development.
APL Scholarship. APL is offering students at the State Maritime Academies a $25,000 one-year scholarship for eligible educational expenses for Fall 2027. Juniors and seniors in good standing enrolled in an unlimited-tonnage Deck or Engine license program, with strong academics, leadership, faculty recommendations, and a commitment to sailing commercially as a U.S. Merchant Mariner. Active-duty military commissioning students are not eligible; Navy Reserve SSO participation is permitted. Complete scholarship packages must be submitted directly to Klaus Luhta and Luc Saintgenies no later than October 31.
Scholarship Form Scholarship Rules
New Residence Hall Naming. Today is the last day to submit comments or provide input on the nominations put forth by the Student Government Association (SGA) via the Student Affairs feedback form. SGA will present the options to the Cabinet, which will provide a final recommendation to the College Council for consideration and approval.
2026 Global Business & Transportation Conference. Mark your calendars, GBAT will host its annual conference on Thursday, October 29, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM in the Maritime Academic Center. The conference will bring together maritime industry leaders, faculty, and students to examine "Geopolitical Tensions and Maritime Industry Impacts." The conference will feature panels on maritime risk and conflict, the reconfiguration of global supply chains, and strategic responses by U.S. maritime businesses.
Open House. Mark your calendars, Saturday, November 14 is our next Open House of the year!
Leadership Lecture. Mark your calendars, the next James Harvey Tomb Leadership Lecture Series is Tuesday, November 17, featuring Stephen Payne, the renowned naval architect who led the design of the Queen Mary 2. A faculty, staff and student presentation will be from 3:00–4:00 PM, followed by a meet-and-greet reception from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Special Events Room, and a public lecture at 7:00 PM in the Maritime Academic Center’s Multipurpose Room. Event registration for the reception and evening event will go out on Social Media this week.
2026 Colors of the World Fashion Show. The Annual Cultural College will host its annual fashion show on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Riesenberg Gym. Students and participants are invited to showcase cultural and international attire, casual wear, western wear, loungewear, sportswear, formal wear, and military uniforms. Interested participants can contact Ms. Pat Norman to sign up to model.
Digital IDs. The Digital ID is here! To get started, download the TouchNet 360u app on our website and follow the setup instructions. Once activated, your Digital ID can be used anywhere your Maritime ID is accepted and will replace the physical card. Over the coming months, we will transition away from physical ID cards as the Digital ID becomes our standard campus credential. Download your Digital ID today and make the switch to a faster, more convenient way to access campus services.
Athletics Hall of Fame. Our Annual Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner will be held October 22 at 6:00 PM in the MAC MPR as a kick-off to homecoming. Register for the event.
Athletics. Congratulations to Chase Miller for his third consecutive victory as he earned first place this weekend at the St. Joseph’s Long Island Invitational, and to the Men’s Rugby Team for a dominant 66-24 win over Seton Hall. Winter supports have started with both the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams entering the pool last week at Brooklyn College with a strong showing. Men’s Basketball schedule is on the website. Fall sports are also starting to wrap up, so please come out and support the Men’s soccer team’s last home game this Tuesday at 6:00PM against Purchase. Check out the latest results and full schedule for the upcoming week on the Athletics website.
With Great Respect,
John