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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 18h

🍎💜 Loved celebrating Campus Crunch at UAlbany last week — a fun fall tradition that celebrates New York apples and campus community. #UAlbany #CampusCrunch

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 19h

Thrilled to welcome back UAlbany alumni Monte Lipman ‘86 & Avery Lipman ‘88, the groundbreaking brothers who founded Republic Records, to commemorate their generous gift to UAlbany and unveil the newly renamed Monte Lipman ‘86 and Avery Lipman ‘88 Republic Records Music Hall in the Campus Center!

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 19h

Celebrating 55 years of UAlbany’s Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program 💜💛 — a nationally recognized model for peer support and a lasting legacy of student care and connection. Honored to celebrate this milestone with alumni, friends, and current students during Homecoming.

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 7d

Excited to welcome our NASPA members to Kansas City this March!

Our Conference Leadership Committee just wrapped up reviewing 1,136 proposals & touring the venues that will host #NASPA2026.

There’s a lot of heart in KC — can’t wait to share it with you! ♥️

#HigherEd #StudentAffairs

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University at Albany @albany.edu · 12d

Congratulations to UAlbany chemistry alum Omar M. Yaghi ’85 on sharing the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking work to advance the development of metal-organic frameworks!

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 12d

Grateful for our UAlbany Student Affairs & Enrollment Alumni Advisory Board for their incredible engagement during this weekend’s meeting at Great Dane Family Weekend!

Thank you for your continued commitment, enthusiasm, and advocacy for our Great Danes!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #HigherEd

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 13d

Honored to welcome Dr. Kevin McClure to UAlbany for an inspiring conversation on building people-first universities where employee wellbeing and student success go hand in hand.

#TheCaringUniversity #HigherEd #Leadership #UAlbany

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 14d

Excited to welcome nearly 60 new members into UAlbany’s Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa — celebrating the impact these student leaders have on campus life!

How great to celebrate with so many family and friends during Great Dane Family Weekend — Congratulations!

💜💛 #GreatDanesLead #UAlbany #ODK

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 16d

This week I helped kick off the DASNY Conference on Designing for Wellness at UAlbany.

As one of the first U.S. universities to sign the Okanagan Charter, we’ve committed to centering student & employee wellbeing in everything we do.

#HealthPromotingUniversity #ThriveUAlbany #DesigningForWellness

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · 27d

Last week’s Great Dane Dialogue was a powerful reminder of why civil discourse matters. 💬

Listening actively, engaging thoughtfully, and respecting different perspectives help us grow stronger as a community. 💜💛

#UAlbany

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Sep 17

Such a joy hosting NASPA President Amelia Parnell at UAlbany! 💜💛

Her visit was all about elevating our work and celebrating our Great Dane spirit! 🐾

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #NASPA #StudentAffairs

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Sep 6

Be sure to check out UAlbany’s truly outstanding The College Tour episode here: vimeo.com/1113101522?f...

University at Albany - Episode 15-187

Get to know the Great Danes of UAlbany! Ten students with diverse backgrounds and interests tell their stories of discovery, ambition and success at this R1 research…

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Sep 6

We premiered The College Tour: UAlbany Edition!

The real stars? 🌟 Our remarkable UAlbany students — featured as the voices and faces of our campus — sharing their journeys, challenges, and triumphs that make our community so special. 💜💛

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #TheCollegeTour #UAlbanyBound

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Sep 1

What an incredible day at UAlbany! 💜💛

The Student Association’s annual Block Party brought together 220 student clubs and organizations — a true showcase of Great Dane spirit. 🐾

It’s so great to have our Great Danes back on campus!

#UAlbany #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Sep 1

What an incredible day at UAlbany! 💜💛

The Student Association’s annual Block Party brought together 220 student clubs and organizations — a true showcase of Great Dane spirit. 🐾

It’s so great to have our Great Danes back on campus!

#UAlbany #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 29

Pleased to help kick off the annual UAlbany Student Organization Leader (SOL) Summit!

So excited to welcome nearly 600 student leaders — the true backbone of student life at UAlbany. 💜💛

Here’s to a great year ahead!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #UAlbanyBound #StudentLeaders

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 24

You look marvelous! 😎

Our newest UAlbany Great Danes came together for their all-class photograph — a powerful symbol of their UAlbany journey ahead.

As the semester begins, here’s wishing all of our Great Danes success!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #UAlbanyBound

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Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 24

UAlbany’s Great Danetopia at Casey Stadium was alive with energy today!

It was a beautiful day on the turf — and I can’t wait to see our students back here cheering on our Great Danes all season long!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 23

A tradition renewed! 🟪 🟨

Each UAlbany undergraduate class is designated a color — purple, gold, silver, or white — proudly represented by their class t-shirt.

Thanks Todd (‘26), Henry (‘27), Kallice (‘28) and Evangelia (‘29) for representing your classes!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 23

A night to remember.

We officially welcomed UAlbany’s Class of 2029 and our newest transfer students at Convocation by Candlelight.

Here’s to new beginnings, lifelong friendships, and an incredible journey ahead.

Welcome home, Great Danes!

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 22

Helped distribute class tshirts to the UAlbany Class of 2029! Their class color is white — crisp, clean & cool in the late August sun. ☀️

Our new Great Danes will be sporting their class tshirts for their all-class photograph.

Stay tuned for more. 😉

#UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 20

We see you, Great Danes! 🐾💜💛

Thrilled to join Provost Carol Kim in welcoming new students and their families during move-in to our first-year residence halls.

It was wonderful meeting so many of our newest UAlbany Great Danes as they settle in and gear up for an exciting Welcome Week!

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 19

Welcome, Great Danes! 💜💛

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest students and their families to campus this week.

A huge thank you to our Residential Life team and the many staff across campus who worked tirelessly to prepare for this moment.

#UAlbany #GreatDanes #WelcomeWeek #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 16

Can’t wait to get the UAlbany Class of 2029 and our new transfer students up on our class photo wall!!

Excited to welcome our newest Great Danes to campus for Welcome Week in a few short days!

#UAlbany #UAlbanyBound

Michael Christakis @mikechristakis.bsky.social · Aug 15

Today, I was thrilled to welcome our newest employees to UAlbany’s Student Affairs & Enrollment team!

Remember — You shape campus culture. You connect students to life-changing resources. You help students feel like they belong.

You make a difference!