SUNY Potsdam welcomes families to visit campus anytime! In lieu of a traditional “Family Weekend”, the Potsdam community is embracing a more flexible and inclusive model which welcomes families to visit any weekend/day during the academic semester.
Want to catch your child’s performance at Crane? We’d love to have you! Interested in seeing a sporting event at Maxcy? Come cheer on the Bears! Have a birthday to celebrate? Join your student for dinner on campus or in one of our great local restaurants!
On-Campus Calendars
- Get Involved - a one-stop resource for campus activities, programs and special events (click “Sign In” to access the most robust information)
- Crane School of Music Events (also Crane livestream event information)
- Community Performance Series - a college-community partnership that presents distinctive and renowned performing arts events in Northern New York.
- Potsdam Bears Athletics Calendar (plus Bears Live for stats, live video and more)
- SUNY Potsdam Academic Calendar
Things to do in and around Potsdam
- Take a hike, check out one of the area’s numerous waterfalls or find a new place to explore - popular destinations and an interactive trail map (there are 16 locations within ten miles of Potsdam).
- Have a younger traveler? Check out the hands-on, awesome North Country Children’s Museum (Potsdam)
- Get to know the town of Potsdam and find out about events in the region
- Find outstanding local food and items at the weekly Potsdam Farmer’s Market
Other Resources
- On-campus dining options and schedule
- SUNY Potsdam Campus Map (download or print)
- Potsdam Gear Shop
- Campus running and walking loop maps (1.5 mile, 2.8 mile and 5k)
- Virtual SUNY Potsdam Campus Tour
- Potsdam Chamber of Commerce
- St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information
- Dining & Lodging
Coming to campus? We would like to know!
Please email registrar@potsdam.edu with the following information:
- Your name
- Your student’s name
- The dates that you will be on campus
- Your approximate arrival time
- How many people will be joining you