@drjeffreyp
NY'er|@SUNYDownstate VP Academic & Student Affairs|@NASPA2.bsky.social Regional Director|@sunyofficial.bsky.social #StudentAffairs, @TeachersCollege @Columbia Alumni & @PurchaseAlumni Past Pres|He/Him
On International Women’s Day, celebrating my friend Barbara Morgan—teacher, trailblazer, & NASA astronaut 🚀 From backup to Christa McAuliffe to flying aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour on STS-118, she proves educators help build the future. “Courage is contagious.” #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInSTEM
Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad—and a grandpa. Celebrating 86 years of my dad, Michael Putman, whose example of hard work, integrity, and love for family continues to guide me every day. Happy Birthday, Dad! 🎂
Calling all @teacherscollege.bsky.social alumni attending #NASPA26 in Kansas City!
Join us for a TC Alumni Reception:
🗓 Mon, March 9
🕗 8–10pm CST
Reconnect with fellow alumni & colleagues at the NASPA Annual Conference.
RSVP: tc.edu/events
#TeachersCollege
Today marks 11 years since we lost Leonard Nimoy (2/27/15).
“Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end.” — Spock
A reminder that leadership starts with reason, but must be guided by service. The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.
Live long and prosper. 🖖
#LLAP #StarTrek
Excited to present at the NASPA 2026 Conference in KC! Charting Your Course: Job Search Wisdom from Higher Ed Pros — practical insights from the hiring side to help grads & early-career professionals navigate searches with clarity & confidence. #NASPA26 #StudentAffairs
34 years ago today (2/26/92), I made my first donation with the NY Blood Center. Last month I completed my 76th (9½ gallons!) Grateful for every opportunity — from @sunyofficial.bsky.social campuses to a WPLJ drive with Mayor David Dinkins (“You are A+ with me.”). If you’re able, now’s the time. 🩸🖖
Last Monday our family experienced one of those moments that can stop time. What began at Urgicare became emergency surgery for my dad at NYP Westchester. He’s now home & recovering. Grateful for the care provided and for the many who have checked in on him & on us. Healthcare is deeply human work.
Wishing a very #HappyBirthday to @levarburton.bsky.social 🎉
From Kunta Kinte in Roots to Geordi on @startrek.bsky.social: TNG and the joy of Reading Rainbow, he’s inspired generations through story and literacy.
Photo from the 2016 Star Trek 50th in NY with LeVar & Michael Dorn. 🚀📚
Reflecting at the statue of George Washington this #PresidentsDay 🇺🇸 #DYK he was inaugurated in New York City on April 30, 1789, at Federal Hall?
Leadership without precedent.
Service over self.
Stewardship over power.
How are we honoring the roles we’ve been entrusted with?
#Leadership
When a balloon casts a heart-shaped shadow across the red rocks, you pause.
Love is just a word until someone comes along & gives it meaning. If you love someone, remind them of that meaning every day — not just today. ❤️
#HappyValentinesDay #Sedona #LoveEveryDay
Standing in LOVE Park, the word is bold.
But love is just a word until someone gives it meaning. If you love someone, remind them every day — not just today.
“If grass can grow through cement, love can find you every time.” — Cher
#HappyValentinesDay
Now that that’s over…
“Baseball was, is and always will be to me the best game in the world.” — Babe Ruth
Welcome back, baseball ⚾️ @mlb.com @yankees.com
#LetsGoYankees #RepBX
Region II — leadership moments like this matter.
As Immediate Past Region II Director, I’m honored to host a conversation with Region II Director-Elect candidates Danielle Nesselbush and Timothy Gordon.
Join us Feb 10 at 1 PM to hear their visions for our region.
👉 tinyurl.com/R2DElect
February 1, 2003.
We remember the seven astronauts of Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-107) whose service and sacrifice remind us that leadership means responsibility, courage, and commitment to a mission larger than oneself.
#Columbia #NASA #InMemoriam
Today we remember Dick Scobee, Michael Smith, Ronald McNair, Ellison Onizuka, Judith Resnik, Gregory Jarvis, and Christa McAuliffe. “The future doesn’t belong to the fainthearted; it belongs to the brave.” — Ronald Reagan #Challenger40 #RememberTheSeven
40 years ago today, seven brave heroes were lost aboard Space Shuttle Challenger—73 seconds after liftoff. For many in my generation, it was the first moment we remember exactly where we were—because a teacher, Christa McAuliffe, was going to space, and so many of us were watching. #TeacherinSpace
Learn more about our @sunyofficial.bsky.social commitment & find drives! www.suny.edu/suny-news/pr... One donation can help up to 3 people ❤️🩸 “Live long and prosper” — and help others do the same. 🖖 (And the @newyorkbloodcenter.bsky.social snacks are good too!) #GiveBlood #BloodDonorMonth #SUNY
Today I completed my 75th & 76th units with @newyorkbloodcenter.bsky.social — Double Red Cell to increase impact. @sunyofficial.bsky.social continues its commitment to service. "SUNY students, faculty, & staff are always ready to take action and help those in need.” - @sunychancellor.bsky.social
Born Jan. 24, 1984. Still changing how we work and create. Happy Belated Birthday to the Apple Macintosh—so intuitive even Scotty figured it out. “Hello, computer!” 🖥️🖱️🖖🍎 youtu.be/LkqiDu1BQXY?...
Captain Kirk said: “They used to say if man could fly, he’d have wings… Risk: Risk is our business.” On @NASA’s Day of Remembrance, we honor the Apollo 1, Challenger & Columbia crews and all who gave their lives exploring space. www.nasa.gov/DoR/ #NASARemembers
🗓 @sunyofficial.bsky.social Downstate Blood Drive
Jan 26: donate.nybc.org/donor/schedu...
Jan 27: donate.nybc.org/donor/schedu...
Not local? Find a @newyorkbloodcenter.bsky.social drive near you:
www.nybc.org/donate-blood...
#GiveBlood #SUNY #PublicHealth
There’s a critical blood shortage. Donating truly saves lives! 🩸 My first @newyorkbloodcenter.bsky.social donation was in 1992 & I’ve donated 74 units (9+ gallons). Join me in giving if you can. ❤️ @sunyofficial.bsky.social is supporting blood drives statewide: www.suny.edu/suny-news/pr...
In Jan & March 2006, 30 #SUNYPurchase students and 3 staff served in #NewOrleans after Katrina. We learned what resilience, humility, and service-centered leadership looks like. #HigherEd changes lives on both sides of service. #ServiceLearning #CommunityEngagement #NewOrleans
Huge congrats to #SUNYDownstate Professor Dr. Riccardo Bianchi, chosen as one of 10,001 Torch Bearers for the #MilanoCortina2026 Winter #Olympics! 🕯️🇮🇹 He carried the flame through his hometown of La Spezia, embodying passion, excellence & community. 🙌 www.downstate.edu/about/office...
On #MLKDay, I return to Dr. King’s reminder that “the function of education is to teach one to think critically—intelligence plus character.” In higher education and #studentaffairs, that remains both our mission and our responsibility. #LeadershipMatters #RepresentationMatters
31 years ago today, @startrek.bsky.social: Voyager premiered.
Stranded far from home, it reminded us that real leadership isn’t about easy answers—it’s about holding fast to your values and your humanity, even when it’s hard.
As Janeway taught us: principles matter most when they’re tested. 🖖
Belated thanks for all the birthday wishes. I’ve read every one and felt the kindness behind them. As my friend Dr. Ruth said, life is a process of becoming. Grateful for this amazing crew. As Picard reminds us, the journey is the reward. 🖖
Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 #PurchaseCollege Alumni Awards! 🎓
Help recognize outstanding alumni & honorary alumni who embody #ProofofPurchase.
🗓️ Deadline: Feb. 13
🔗 www.purchase.edu/alumni/alumn...
#PurchaseAlumniAssociation 💛💜
On #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay, grateful for our State University Police officers at SUNY Downstate, Purchase College & across @sunyofficial.bsky.social who work every day—& night—to keep our campuses safe. Proud of the strong partnership between UPD & #StudentAffairs. Thank you for all you do.💙👮♂️
NYC students: your future can start right here with @sunyofficial.bsky.social. As a proud #SUNYPurchase alum, I’ve seen how SUNY opens doors, builds community, and changes lives. Join me as a SUNY alum. #SUNY www.suny.edu/nycgo/
