SUNY HONORS KYNCL

Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl will receive an honorary doctorate from his alma mater, SUNY New Paltz, and deliver the university's commencement address on 5/21.

Kyncl, a 1995 grad, met his wife, psychotherapist Luz Avila Kyncl ’96, at SUNY New Paltz and together they have shown a commitment to creating opportunity for students there, with particular focus on demographics that have been traditionally underrepresented in the STEM fields.

“After arriving here from the Czech Republic, SUNY New Paltz opened up a whole new world for me, helping me build strong intellectual, social, professional and personal foundations, including meeting my wife,” Kyncl said. “As immigrants, we’re both deeply thankful for the experiences that this great school gave us. Together, Luz and I are committed to helping the next generation of students access the same opportunities. I’m grateful to receive this honor and look forward to returning to this wonderful institution to celebrate with the Class of ’23.”

The Kyncls established the Robert  Kyncl ’95 and Luz Avila Kyncl ’96 Computer Science & Engineering Scholarship Fund in 2018. Earlier this year, they renewed their pledge for an additional five years. The fund offsets tuition costs for students, especially women and minorities, seeking careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and related industries.

After the ceremony, Kyncl will lead a hacky sack circle on the quad.