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Dr. Gonzalez-Murphy to Present NYS Immigration Policies and Programs

Dr. Laura Valeria Gonzalez-Murphy is the Director of NYS Office of New Americans.  She will be a featured luncheon speaker on Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at 12:00 during the 26th Annual Conference on the Adirondacks.  Dr. Gonzalez-Murphy will present efforts to design and launch sustainable initiatives in response to fluctuating immigration flows, during times of relative receptiveness to immigrants, and during periods of highly restrictive national policies.  The last two years have entailed formidable challenges for immigrants in New York State, particularly in the upstate areas, where services are limited.  Dr. Gonzalez-Murphy will discuss these challenges and programs available in the region.

2019 Women's Workshop a Success!

Eighty-five women and men participated in the 2019 Women’s Workshop: “Celebrating Women in Leadership - Workplace Resources, Tools, and Strategies” at Paul Smith’s College on February 22, 2019.  Experts from diverse organizations presented their expertise and experiences related to gender equity in the workplace. In her keynote, Dr. Kristin Esteberg, President of SUNY Potsdam, presented her thinking on  “Why Leaning In Is Not Enough”.  Terry Phalon, President & Chief Executive Officer of the North Country Savings Bank in Canton, NY, described her approach and experiences advancing from an entry level position to becoming CEO. This annual program is sponsored by the Walbridge Fund and Paul Smith’s College.  To learn more about the program.  Photo by Dr. Melanie Johnson.

Panel of Experts to Speak at Women's Workshop

Leaders in their professions, these women will share their insights and experiences at the Women in Leadership Workshop at Paul Smith’s College on Friday, February 22, 2019 in the Joan Weill Adirondack Library.  Featured speakers include, clockwise from top left: Tracy Ormsbee, publisher of the Adirondack Explorer; Nicole Conant, Executive Assistant to the President at SUNY Potsdam; Dr. Lenore VanderZee, Executive Director for University Relations at SUNY Canton; Diane W. Fish, Deputy Director of the Adirondack Council; Dr. Malika Carter, Chief Diversity Officer SUNY ESF; and, Theresa A. Phalon, President and Chief Executive Officer,  North Country Savings Bank in Canton, NY.  They will be joined by Dr. Kristin Esterberg, President of SUNY Potsdam, who will present her keynote entitled, “Women in Leadership – Why Leaning In Is Not Enough!” For more information and to register.

Dr. Malika Carter to Present at Women's Workshop, Februrary 22, 2019, Paul Smith's College

 Dr. Malika Carter is a Chief Diversity Officer, activist, commentator, educator, and writer.  In August 2017, Dr. Malika Carter began as the first Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) for the College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) in Syracuse, NY.  Prior to serving at ESF, Dr. Carter was the CDO for the City of Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Carter has more than 15 years' experience developing policies and initiatives that address inclusion, diversity, and equity.  Dr. Carter has her Ph.D. in Institutional Analysis from North Dakota State University. Her newest scholarly contribution is nestled in the book "Black Women and Social Justice Education: Legacies and Lessons".  For more Workshop registration and program information.  Photo by SUNY ESF.

Celebrating Women in Leadership, February 22, Paul Smith's College

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Women's Workshop Luncheon Speaker Announced

Theresa A. Phalon, President and Chief Executive Officer of the North Country Savings Bank, will be the featured luncheon speaker at the 2019 Women in Leadership workshop at Paul Smith’s College on February 22, 2019. “From a Job to a Career” is the title of Terry’s talk reflecting on her experiences in the workplace.  North Country Savings is a $250 million mutual savings bank based in Canton, New York with branches located throughout St. Lawrence County, as well as a lending office in Malone, New York.  For more Workshop program and registration information.

2019 Women in Leadership Workshop - "Celebrating Women in Leadership"

 

Dr. Kristin Esterberg, President of SUNY Potsdam, will be the keynote speaker at the 2019 Women in Leadership Series Forum Workshop at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 22^nd, 2019 at Paul Smith’s College. The program will explore workplace resources, tools and strategies for women.  Other presenters include Dr. Malika Carter the SUNY ESF Diversity Officer, a representatives from the North Country Women’s Leadership Initiative and the Center for Women in Government and Civil Society at Albany University. Paul Smith’s College President Cathy Dove will be the event Chair. To register or for more information, please go to the event webpage. 

25th Annual Conference on the Adirondacks

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Area Leaders Discuss Social Issues in the Region

Pictured left to right, Bill McColgan, Cathy Dove, and Sylvia Getman.

A Social Issues Panel Presentation will be featured at the 25th Annual Conference on the Adirondacks.  Bill McColgan, President and CEO of Mountain Lake PBS, will talk about poverty in the region; Cathy Dove, President of Paul Smith’s College, will discuss trends in education; and Sylvia Getman, President and CEO of Adirondack Health, will discuss rural health care.   In addition to ongoing projects, the panelists will discuss the impacts of these issues on the Adirondack community and challenges they see for the future in the region.  

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25th Annual Conference on the Adirondacks

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Call for Abstracts!

Poster by Jerry Jenkins of WCS

The Adirondack Research Consortium is inviting abstracts for paper and poster presentations for the 25^th Annual Conference on the Adirondacks, May 22^nd and 23^rd, 2018 at the Lake Placid Conference Center. A poster reception will be held at 5:00 on May 22^nd with music and prizes.  For more information about submitting an abstract, click HERE.

Women in Conservation Rock!

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Women in Leadership Series Workshop

Women in Conservation Advocacy and Policy
Identifying Research Needs, Gaps and Opportunities

Thursday, February 15^th, 2018, Pine Room, Paul Smith’s College

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