POTSDAM — The new Starbucks cafe located in SUNY Potsdam's Barrington Student Union just got a jolt of color, thanks to a recently completed installation of artwork by alumni.

The exhibition was coordinated by SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor Dr. Caroline Downing, and The Art Museum at SUNY Potsdam. It features the works of Department of Art graduates Victoria Ervin '22, Cameron Hewes '15, Charlotte King '09, Chloe Koegel '21 and Kirby Thompson '22, among others.

Three large canvases by Kaitlen Leonard '19 give a great pop of color to offset the strong industrial look in the cafe.

Downing was "thrilled to showcase alumni artwork" at the Starbucks cafe, and is excited about future exhibition opportunities with PACES Dining Services.

Jeimi Toribio '23, a SUNY Potsdam museum studies intern who is double majoring in archaeology and anthropology, hung the artwork, carefully measuring and professionally installing the pieces. After the installation, she sat down to appreciate the final product, while sipping an iced matcha latte with almond milk.

The exhibition and cafe are open to the public, and the cafe serves a full range of Starbucks beverages. Located in the Barrington Student Union Lobby, the cafe is open from Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.