SUNY System-wide Awards

The State University of New York (SUNY) system recognizes student leaders from across their campuses in a variety of ways each year.

Acknowledges students for outstanding achievements that have demonstrated the integration of SUNY excellence within many aspects of their lives in areas such as academics, leadership, campus involvement, community service, or the arts. It is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by the University.

2024: Caitly Dominici, Sara Richter

2023: Sonia Seth, Hanna Kaebnick

2022: Corina Picon, Laila Wilson

The Thayer Fellowship is awarded to outstanding and deserving candidates each year. The Fellowship selection is based on talent, achievement, and potential as a professional artist.

2024: Allison Fan

2023: Jo-Chen Avian Chang

2022: Naoki Yogi and Mara Keen

2021: Caleb Dowden, Michael Gilroy and Debora Martinez

2019: Quabe Ernest and Andres Cordoba

2018: Madeline Cramer

2017: Maria Alejandra Quintanilla and Parade Stone

2011: Jenna Josepher

The Ross Award is given annually to exceptional applicants. The basis for this award is excellence, originality, and promise.

2024: Parker Reid

2019: Andres Cordoba

2014: Gina Mingione

2011: Jenna Josepher

The information listed on this page is based on historical files available to the Office of the President.

If you are aware of an inaccuracy or can provide information on missing winners, please e-mail pre.office@purchase.edu

Office of the President