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"I believe in Albany."

Dorcey Applyrs, MPH ’05, DrPH ’14, makes history as Albany’s first Black mayor, determined to forge a new path forward in the city’s next chapter.

Science as Opportunity

Omar Yaghi’s childhood was shaped by water scarcity. Decades later, the 1985 graduate reshaped modern chemistry and became the University’s first alum awarded a Nobel Prize.

Knowledge

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Opening Doors, Changing Lives

For students with ambition, the right opportunity can be transformative.

Pulling at the Seams

Fashion journalist and author Alyssa Hardy ’12 examines the human and environmental costs stitched into what we wear, and why loving the industry means demanding more from it.

A Love of Language

A day in the life of Adele Touhey ’13, MS ’19, PhD ’22, Senior Learning Designer at Duolingo

"I believe in Albany."

Dorcey Applyrs, MPH ’05, DrPH ’14, makes history as Albany’s first Black mayor, determined to forge a new path forward in the city’s next chapter.

Science as Opportunity

Omar Yaghi’s childhood was shaped by water scarcity. Decades later, the 1985 graduate reshaped modern chemistry and became the University’s first alum awarded a Nobel Prize.

Ultra Friendship

Some bonds are measured in moments. Others, in miles. The bright and beautiful story of two alums and their enduring connection.

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Michael Conlin '04

A day in the life of Michael Conlin ’04, muralist

Bookmark with Marc Guggenheim ’92

In August 2024, Guggenheim released his second novel, In Any Lifetime — a genre-blending mix of science, suspense and romance.

Liese on Life

From enchanted forests to immigrant flagmakers, award-winning documentary filmmaker Sharon Potoker Liese is sharing the stories of America.

Kristin Lang Has Your Next Listen

Audible’s head of global audiobook acquisitions has an ear for books and much more.

Gregory Maguire's Very Wicked Success Goes On and On

Maguire returns to campus as a headliner for the NYS Writer's Institute Albany Film Festival

Building Tomorrow's Biotech Today

The pace of discovery in biotechnology has never been faster, and UAlbany researchers and alumni entrepreneurs are helping to lead the charge.

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A Love Story Blooms

Renowned designer and branding visionary Debbie Millman ’83 digs deep with her personal, lyrical book, Love Letter to a Garden.

Jennifer Lemak, MA ’00, PhD ’04

A day in the life of Jennifer Lemak, MA ’00, PhD ’04, NYS Museum Chief Curator of History

Aging Out Loud

Sari Botton ’87 dreamed she created a digital magazine. Then it came true.

Keepers of the Cultural Flame

A conversation with three UAlbany alums working to preserve NYS history.

Driven to Lead

New Dean Paquita Davis-Friday takes the wheel at the Massry School of Business

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A Legacy of Service

Memorial scholarships honor two Rockefeller alums revered in government.

Rob Longert Is Running Things

Keeping pace with the successful creative communications executive.

Building Tech’s United Front to Protect Children

Katia Potapov '02 brings together major tech firms to tackle online child sexual exploitation through her work at Tech Coalition.

Empathy in Action

At an early age, Irene Valdes Wochinger MS '11 learned what it meant to stand up for one’s beliefs.

Remembering Civil Rights Champion Alice Green

The enduring legacy of Albany’s voice against injustice, racism, and poverty.

A Seasoned Pro Breaks Out

Actress Liza Colón-Zayas '89 earns historic Emmy for her star-making turn on "The Bear." She shares her inspiring story.

UAlbany Magazine tells the stories of our accomplished alumni, academic endeavors, vibrant campus life and cherished traditions of the University at Albany, State University of New York. It is published twice a year in print. Additional digital content is released on our website and social media platforms throughout the year.

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