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We’ve been preparing students for careers in healthcare and service for nearly 65 years.

Maria College is a private non-profit college providing nursing programs for all healthcare settings in the Albany, NY and surrounding areas.

10/27/2026

Rural communities need nurses, but getting into a nursing program can be a challenge for students who live far from a college or face barriers to accessing education.

A recent article from The Daily Yonder explores how health care organizations can help address nursing shortages. Strategies include investing in local talent, creating accessible education pathways, and introducing young people to healthcare careers at an early age.

The story features Chrissy Curcio, chief nursing officer at Bassett Healthcare Network A.O. Fox Hospital, who leads instruction in Maria College’s LPN program. She highlights the important role nursing education plays in preparing local talent to meet community healthcare needs.

https://dailyyonder.com/looking-local-could-be-a-solution-to-rural-nursing-shortage/2026/10/26/

Photo: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

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10/21/2026

Finding the right support can make a difference.

Through TimelyCare, Maria College students have free access to confidential counseling and a range of mental health and well-being resources.

Hear directly from students about their experience with TimelyCare, and then take a few minutes to get connected.

Register now at timelycare.com/mariacollege.

10/20/2026

Interested in a career in the operating room?

Maria College’s AAS in Surgical Technology combines hands on training, VR simulation and clinical experience at St. Peter's Health Partners.

Surgical technologists can earn $43,000 to $80,000+.

Learn more: https://mariacollege.edu/academics/allied-health-at-maria-college/associate-in-applied-science-aas-in-surgical-technology

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10/19/2026

A little brunch, a little creativity and lots of Monarch pride!

Alumni gathered recently for the 4th Annual Alumni Appreciation Day at the Tea House Flower Café, enjoying time to reconnect, make memories and celebrate the Maria College community.

Here’s a look back at the fun!

Old Tavern Farm

10/16/2026

Maria College President Dr. Lynn Ortale was among the 2026 Women Who Mean Business honorees recognized yesterday by the Albany Business Review at a celebration at the Glen Sanders Mansion.

The recognition celebrates Dr. Ortale’s leadership and her commitment to expanding opportunity for Maria students, strengthening partnerships across the Capital Region and advancing solutions to meet the region’s healthcare workforce needs.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ortale on this well-deserved honor!

Capital Region Workforce Development Board Capital Region Chamber Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Saint Michael's College Alumni UVM Alumni Association Penn Alumni Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities

10/13/2026

We are proud to recognize Usha Palaniswamy for delivering two keynote presentations at the Global Conference on Plant Science and Molecular Biology & Agriculture and Horticulture, held Sept. 14 to 16 in Rome, Italy.

Her presentations included:

“Teaching Food and Nutrition Security as a Critical Concern in Higher Education Capstone” (Sept. 14)
“Future Foods: Traditions, Trends and Enabling Technologies for Impact” (Sept. 15)

Her presentations explored food and nutrition security, emerging food technologies, and the role of higher education in addressing global challenges.

We are proud to see our faculty sharing their expertise and advancing important conversations on a global stage.

10/12/2026

What a beautiful day to be a Maria Monarch!

On Saturday, October 10, Maria College alumni gathered at the Tea House Flower Café in Stillwater, overlooking Saratoga Lake, for the 4th Annual Alumni Appreciation Day.

From a delicious brunch and grazing table to games, prizes and a pressed flower activity, the day was all about reconnecting, making new memories and enjoying time together in a beautiful setting.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day so special. We loved celebrating with you!

Old Tavern Farm

10/11/2026

Maria College was proud to attend
KeyBank’s annual Key4Women event, connecting with women leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals from across the Capital Region.

The event featured former NASA aerospace engineer and comedian Shayla Rivera as keynote speaker and recognized women making a difference in the business community.

Proceeds benefited Rise High and
Northern Rivers Family of Services.

KeyBank

10/09/2026

Welcome to The Roost, a place where Monarchs gather to rest, recharge and prepare for what comes next.

Maria’s campus café offers coffee, soft drinks, water and ready to eat or heat breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Stop by when campus is open, swipe your ID badge and enjoy a place to gather, refuel and relax.

More seating is coming soon!

🎥 Avamarie Covati

10/08/2026

Maria College President Dr. Lynn Ortale is proud to serve as Go Red Chair for the American Heart Association’s 2026 Capital Region Go Red for Women Luncheon on Friday, November 13.

Join Dr. Ortale and community leaders in raising awareness about women’s heart health and supporting efforts to improve the future of women’s health.

Join us for this important event:

Friday, November 13 | 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Albany Capital Center
55 Eagle St., Albany
Tickets: $150

Please RSVP by Friday, November 6 at heart.org/gored518

Guests are encouraged to wear red!

Read more about Dr. Ortale serving as chair of the Go Red initiative: https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/capital-region-leader-champions-efforts-to-improve-women-s-heart-health

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700 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY
12208

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Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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+15182463101

Website

http://mariacollege.edu/

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