PIP System (SUNY Orange)

2026 - 2027 Science Engineering and Architecture Plan

A general statement (narrative) about what the department wants to accomplish.

Last updated on: 12/05/2025 2:05 pm by John Wolbeck

Shrink Box

Install additional Fume Hoods in the Organic Chemistry Lab RCSE 226

Retain our Full-Time tenure track Geologist/Physicist to replace Bill Stillman (ret. 2021) and Lawrence O'Brien (ret. 2016).

Hire One Full-Time tenure track Chemist to replace Cynthia MacMahon (ret. 2021). 

Update the Architectural Suites based on outcomes of the Program Review. 

Develop a A.S Math/Science Track called Earth & Space Sciences [ESS]

Hire a part-time lab support person for our Chemistry, Physics, Geology, and 3-D labs.

Monitor enrollment in our geology courses. Offer sections of GLG 101 at Newburgh.

Increase daytime science course offerings at Newburgh to support General Education and Health Professions requirements.

Purchase a replacement Color Printer 

Continue the Assessment Cycle for our Departments 2 Degrees and 3 Tracks.

Develop Rapid Prototyping CAPE Course.

Develop Digital Sculpture (3-D printing) course.

Increase/improve the departments web presence

Department Goals

Specific things the department wishes to achieve or accomplish this academic year.

# Department Goal
1 Install additional vent hoods in the organic chem lab
2 Hire One Full-Time tenure track Chemist to replace Cynthia MacMahon (ret. 2021).
3 Develop a A.S Math/Science Track called Earth & Space Sciences [ESS]
4 Hire a part-time lab support person for our Chemistry, Physics, Geology, and 3-D labs.

Initiatives

Projects or processes that would assist you in achieving one or more of your goals this academic year.

Initiative Title Importance  
Part-time lab support person for our Chemistry, Physics, Geology, and 3-D FabLabs. High
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Add lab stations to the architectural studio. RCSE 301 High
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Explore Micro-Credential or Certificate opportunities High
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Full Time Tenure Track Chemistry Instructors High
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Promote under-represented gender and ethnic groups interest in STEM Careers High
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Replace Color Printer High
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Vent Hoods in Organic Lab High
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compressed air line with dryer in organic lab room Medium
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Create opportunities for interdisciplinary projects Medium
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Develop CAPE course for 3-D printing/ Rapid Prototyping. Medium
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Develop Digital Sculpture (3-D printing) course Medium
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Explore Sustainability topics Medium
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Increase Departments Web Presence Medium
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Astronomical Observatory Low
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