Introducing Merit – how the college announces student achievements
If you are a new matriculated student at the college, you should receive an email soon that notes that you are a member of the incoming freshman class. The email will allow you to set up a personalized page in Merit, a software system the college uses to announce student accomplishments.
Merit serves as a way to show verifiable proof that the college has recognized you for things like being named to the deans’ list or receiving and academic award. It’s a way to compile and showcase all the great things you accomplish as a Hudson Valley student. Your Merit page will also follow you to a large number of colleges and universities who also use the system. So, if you transfer to SUNY Brockport, UAlbany, RIT, RPI, or hundreds of other schools, your Merit page follows you.
For many students, Merit serves as part of an online “resume” to showcase potential employers how successful you’ve been during your college years. Finally, Merit also allows you to promote your achievements through your own social media channels.
If you have questions about Merit or your Merit page, contact Eric Bryant in the college’s Office of Communications and Marketing.