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SUNY Plattsburgh was originally established as a four-year university in 1889.
Answer: False
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh was established in 1889 as a state normal school, a two-year institution for training teachers. It transitioned to a four-year institution and joined the SUNY system in 1948.
Smith M. Weed, a prominent businessman, was the main proponent for the creation of a state normal school in Plattsburgh.
Answer: True
Explanation: Smith M. Weed, a former state politician and influential Plattsburgh businessman, was the primary advocate for establishing a state normal school (a teachers' college) in Plattsburgh.
A fire in 1929 completely destroyed the original Normal Hall building.
Answer: True
Explanation: On January 26, 1929, a fire originating in the boiler room destroyed the Plattsburgh Normal School building, known as Normal Hall.
Following the 1929 fire, classes were temporarily held at the newly constructed Hawkins Hall.
Answer: False
Explanation: Following the 1929 fire that destroyed Normal Hall, classes were temporarily held at City Hall and shared with local K-12 schools. Hawkins Hall was completed in 1932 and named later.
Hawkins Hall was named in honor of Smith M. Weed, the founder of the institution.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hawkins Hall was named in honor of George K. Hawkins, who served as the principal from 1898 to 1933. Smith M. Weed was instrumental in advocating for the school's establishment.
SUNY Plattsburgh joined the State University of New York (SUNY) system in 1948, transitioning from a two-year teacher's college to a four-year institution.
Answer: True
Explanation: The institution joined the State University of New York (SUNY) system in 1948, marking its transition from a two-year teacher's institution to a four-year college.
The 1960s and 1970s were characterized by minimal campus development at SUNY Plattsburgh.
Answer: False
Explanation: The 1960s and 1970s were periods of rapid growth and significant construction for SUNY Plattsburgh, during which many modern buildings were added to the campus.
When did SUNY Plattsburgh become part of the State University of New York system?
Answer: 1948
Explanation: The institution joined the State University of New York (SUNY) system in 1948.
Which decades are identified as periods of rapid growth and significant construction for SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: 1960s and 1970s
Explanation: The 1960s and 1970s were periods of rapid growth for SUNY Plattsburgh, during which many modern buildings, including the Angell College Center, Feinberg Library, and several dormitories, were constructed.
Hawkins Hall is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hawkins Hall is the oldest building on campus and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Amitié Plaza's sculpture symbolizes conflict and division between the United States and Canada.
Answer: False
Explanation: The sculpture in Amitié Plaza, created by William King, symbolizes amity, or friendship, between the United States and Canada.
The Plattsburgh State Art Museum is known for its extensive collection of contemporary digital art.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Plattsburgh State Art Museum is recognized for its 'Museum Without Walls' concept and its extensive collection, notably the Rockwell Kent Gallery, not contemporary digital art.
What does the sculpture in Amitié Plaza symbolize?
Answer: Friendship between the US and Canada
Explanation: The large metal sculpture by William King in Amitié Plaza symbolizes amity, or friendship, between the United States and Canada.
The Plattsburgh State Art Museum is recognized for its 'Museum Without Walls' concept, featuring which prominent collection?
Answer: The largest collection of its kind dedicated to Rockwell Kent.
Explanation: The Plattsburgh State Art Museum is recognized for its 'Museum Without Walls' concept and features the Rockwell Kent Gallery and Collection, the largest of its kind in the U.S.
What is the significance of Hawkins Hall on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus?
Answer: It is the oldest building and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Explanation: Hawkins Hall replaced the original Normal Hall that burned down in 1929. It is the oldest building on campus and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a recent campus improvement in the 21st century?
Answer: Construction of the Angell College Center.
Explanation: Recent campus improvements in the 21st century include renovations to dormitories, upgrades to athletic fields, and the completion of buildings like the Hudson Hall Annex. The Angell College Center is not listed among these recent improvements.
What is the Plattsburgh State Art Museum recognized for?
Answer: Its extensive collection integrated throughout campus.
Explanation: The Plattsburgh State Art Museum is recognized as a "Museum Without Walls" with over 4,600 works of art integrated throughout the campus.
In Fall 2023, SUNY Plattsburgh's total enrollment exceeded 5,000 students.
Answer: False
Explanation: In Fall 2023, SUNY Plattsburgh had a total enrollment of 4,417 students, consisting of 3,856 undergraduates and 561 postgraduates.
The Plattsburgh College Foundation primarily uses donated funds for campus infrastructure and technology.
Answer: False
Explanation: In 2006, 90% of funds raised by the Plattsburgh College Foundation were allocated to financial aid, including student scholarships, with the remaining 10% supporting campus activities and technology improvements.
The University Council at SUNY Plattsburgh consists solely of members appointed by the Governor.
Answer: False
Explanation: While most of the University Council's ten members are appointed by the Governor of New York, one student member is elected for a one-year term.
SUNY Plattsburgh offers graduate degrees in fields such as education and psychology.
Answer: True
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh provides graduate degrees in specialized fields including data analytics, education, and psychology.
SUNY Plattsburgh is considered a test-optional institution for admissions.
Answer: True
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh is a test-optional school, meaning standardized test scores are not required for admission.
The Honors Student Association (HSA) is the student government for all students enrolled in the Honors College.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Honors Student Association (HSA) serves as the student government for all students enrolled in the Honors College at Plattsburgh.
The student-faculty ratio at SUNY Plattsburgh was 16:1 in Fall 2018.
Answer: True
Explanation: In Fall 2018, the student-faculty ratio at SUNY Plattsburgh was 16:1.
What percentage of funds raised by the Plattsburgh College Foundation in 2006 was allocated to financial aid?
Answer: 90%
Explanation: In 2006, 90% of the gifts raised by the Plattsburgh College Foundation were allocated to financial aid, including student scholarships.
What is the primary role of the SUNY Plattsburgh University Council?
Answer: To provide oversight and advisory functions.
Explanation: The University Council serves as an oversight and advisory body for the senior administration of SUNY Plattsburgh.
Which academic division includes programs like Data Analytics and Education?
Answer: School of Education, Health & Human Services
Explanation: The School of Education, Health & Human Services includes programs such as Data Analytics and Education.
What was the average class size at SUNY Plattsburgh in Fall 2018?
Answer: 22 students
Explanation: In Fall 2018, the average class size at SUNY Plattsburgh was 22 students.
How many baccalaureate degrees does SUNY Plattsburgh offer?
Answer: Over 60
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh offers over 60 baccalaureate degrees across its academic divisions.
What is the main purpose of the University Council at SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: To provide oversight and advisory functions.
Explanation: The University Council serves as an oversight and advisory body for the senior administration of SUNY Plattsburgh.
To mitigate issues during St. Patrick's Day celebrations, SUNY Plattsburgh's academic schedule was adjusted in 1980 to ensure students were off-campus.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 1980, the academic schedule was adjusted so that spring break always included St. Patrick's Day, requiring students to leave campus during the holiday.
A tradition involving throwing tennis balls onto the ice occurred during hockey games between SUNY Plattsburgh and SUNY Oswego.
Answer: True
Explanation: For 18 years, fans threw hundreds of tennis balls onto the ice after the first SUNY Plattsburgh goal against Oswego, a tradition that ended in 2008.
The tradition of throwing tennis balls during hockey games against Oswego ended in 2018.
Answer: False
Explanation: The tradition of throwing tennis balls during hockey games against Oswego ended in 2008, not 2018.
SUNY Plattsburgh competes in NCAA Division I athletics.
Answer: False
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh competes in NCAA Division III athletics.
The women's ice hockey team at SUNY Plattsburgh has won more NCAA D-III Championships than the men's team.
Answer: True
Explanation: The women's ice hockey team has won seven NCAA D-III Championships, while the men's team has won three.
What strategy did SUNY Plattsburgh implement in 1980 to address St. Patrick's Day celebrations?
Answer: Adjusted the academic schedule so spring break included the holiday.
Explanation: In 1980, President Burke adjusted the academic schedule to ensure spring break always included St. Patrick's Day, requiring students to leave campus during the holiday.
Which NCAA division does SUNY Plattsburgh's athletic teams compete in?
Answer: NCAA Division III
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh competes in NCAA Division III.
Which SUNY Plattsburgh sports teams are described as perennial national powerhouses?
Answer: Men's and Women's Ice Hockey teams
Explanation: Both the men's and women's ice hockey teams are described as perennial national powerhouses.
What unique fan tradition occurred during hockey games between SUNY Plattsburgh and SUNY Oswego?
Answer: Fans threw tennis balls after the first Plattsburgh goal.
Explanation: For 18 years, fans threw hundreds of tennis balls onto the ice after the first SUNY Plattsburgh goal against Oswego.
When was the Student Association (S.A.) at SUNY Plattsburgh founded?
Answer: 1963
Explanation: The Student Association (S.A.) was founded in 1963.
How many varsity sports teams does SUNY Plattsburgh offer?
Answer: 18
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh offers 18 varsity teams across various sports for both men and women.
What is the primary purpose of the Student Association (S.A.)?
Answer: To voice student concerns and provide programs.
Explanation: The Student Association (S.A.) is the student-run government body responsible for voicing student concerns and interests, and for providing services, programs, and activities for the college community.
Dave Annable and Tim Robbins are listed as notable alumni in the field of Performing Arts.
Answer: True
Explanation: Dave Annable and Tim Robbins are among the notable alumni listed in the field of Performing Arts.
The song "Baby, I Love Your Way" was recorded live at SUNY Plattsburgh in 1975.
Answer: True
Explanation: The classic rock hit song "Baby, I Love Your Way" by Peter Frampton was recorded live on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus at Memorial Hall on November 22, 1975.
William Love, the ninth Episcopal bishop of Albany, is listed as a notable alumnus.
Answer: True
Explanation: William Love, the ninth Episcopal bishop of Albany, is mentioned as a notable alumnus in the field of Religion.
The men's basketball team achieved a Final Four appearance in the NCAA tournament in 1976.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Cardinals men's basketball team reached the Final Four in the NCAA tournament in 1976.
The campus served as a staging area for the US Olympic Team before the 1976 Montreal Games, and President Gerald Ford visited.
Answer: True
Explanation: The campus served as the official staging area for the United States Olympic Team before the 1976 Montreal Games, and President Gerald Ford visited the campus.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a notable alumnus in Performing Arts?
Answer: Nancy Kress
Explanation: Dave Annable, Tim Robbins, and Tom Chapin are listed as notable alumni in Performing Arts. Nancy Kress is listed as a notable alumna in Literature.
What significant musical event occurred at SUNY Plattsburgh in 1975?
Answer: The song 'Baby, I Love Your Way' was recorded live for an album.
Explanation: The classic rock hit song "Baby, I Love Your Way" by Peter Frampton was recorded live on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus in 1975 for his album 'Frampton Comes Alive!'.
Which notable alumni are mentioned in Politics and Religion?
Answer: William Love and Anthony Weiner
Explanation: In Politics, notable alumni include Donald Ardell, Doug Hoffman, Wallace E. Pierce, Dan Scavino, and Anthony Weiner. In Religion, William Love, the ninth Episcopal bishop of Albany, is mentioned.
In 2005, the majority of SUNY Plattsburgh students identified as belonging to minority ethnic groups.
Answer: False
Explanation: In 2005, 75% of students were categorized as White, with smaller percentages identifying as minority ethnic groups. The university aimed to increase minority student enrollment.
SUNY Plattsburgh is located approximately 20 miles north of the Canadian border.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Canadian border is approximately 20 miles north of SUNY Plattsburgh.
Over 90% of SUNY Plattsburgh students originate from outside New York state.
Answer: False
Explanation: Over 90% of SUNY Plattsburgh students come from within New York state.
SUNY Plattsburgh is situated near Lake Ontario and the Appalachian Mountains.
Answer: False
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh is situated near Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, not Lake Ontario and the Appalachian Mountains.
Albany is the closest major city to SUNY Plattsburgh, located about 20 miles south.
Answer: False
Explanation: Albany is 140 miles south of SUNY Plattsburgh. Burlington, Vermont, is approximately 20 miles away as the crow flies, making it the closest major city outside Plattsburgh.
In Fall 2023, SUNY Plattsburgh had more postgraduate students than undergraduates.
Answer: False
Explanation: In Fall 2023, SUNY Plattsburgh had 3,856 undergraduates and 561 postgraduates, meaning there were significantly more undergraduates.
What was the approximate student enrollment range at SUNY Plattsburgh from 1978 onwards?
Answer: 5,500 to 6,600 students
Explanation: Since 1978, the student population has generally ranged between 5,500 and 6,600 students.
In Fall 2023, how many undergraduates were enrolled at SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: 3,856
Explanation: In Fall 2023, SUNY Plattsburgh had 3,856 undergraduates enrolled.
What percentage of SUNY Plattsburgh students are female?
Answer: 59%
Explanation: The student body at SUNY Plattsburgh is composed of 59% female students and 41% male students.
What was the approximate percentage of students categorized as White in 2005?
Answer: 75%
Explanation: In 2005, approximately 75% of SUNY Plattsburgh students were categorized as White.
Which natural features are located near SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains
Explanation: SUNY Plattsburgh is located near Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains.
How far is Montreal from SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: Approximately 60 miles
Explanation: Montreal is located just over 60 miles away from SUNY Plattsburgh.
The official school colors of SUNY Plattsburgh are blue and gold.
Answer: False
Explanation: The official school colors of SUNY Plattsburgh are red and black.
What is the full name and type of institution for SUNY Plattsburgh?
Answer: State University of New York at Plattsburgh, a public university
Explanation: The full name is the State University of New York at Plattsburgh, commonly known as SUNY Plattsburgh, which is a public university and part of the SUNY system.