SUNY Canton Associate Professor Inspires Student Invention

Christopher M. Mayville started his career at SUNY Canton while he was enrolled in the college’s Automotive Technology program. “When I was a student, I had a work study position in the Southworth Library in my freshman year and the Automotive Lab in my senior year,” the faculty member said.

SUNY Canton Recognizes New Transfer Students

More than 200 students transferred to SUNY Canton for the spring 2021 semester. The college's Director of Admissions Melissa J. Evans said, "We pride ourselves on our ability to provide the right programs and services for our transfer students."

St. Lawrence County River Valley Redevelopment Agency and IDA Secure Semi-Truck for SUNY Canton

SUNY Canton has added a red semi-tractor-trailer truck to the college’s fleet of vehicles. The 2013 Freightliner Cascadia 125 will be used for the commercial driver’s license (CDL) training program. Students will learn to drive the big rig, which sports a 410 horsepower Detroit diesel engine and a 10-speed manual transmission, through the surrounding communities in preparation for new career opportunities.

SUNY Canton’s Newest Associate Professor of Chemistry Reflects on Education, Gardening

Education is like gardening, according to a SUNY Canton chemistry faculty member. Rajiv Narula, Ph.D., who was recently promoted to associate professor within the School of Science, Health and Criminal Justice, quoted an adage identifying gardening and teaching as labors of love where each plant or student is individually cultivated to thrive.

Dana Hall Nears Completion

SUNY Canton’s Dana Hall nears the end of a multiyear renovation project. The building will be home to the Center for Criminal Justice, Intelligence and Cybersecurity (CJIC) and the University Police department.

SUNY Canton Named a 2021-2022 Military Friendly® School

SUNY Canton has established a decade-long tradition of being a Military Friendly® School. “We are honored to be selected for this designation,” said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. “In addition to providing educational options that will lead directly to a career, SUNY Canton has unparalleled services for its students, with support tailored for our service members, veterans and their families.”

SUNY Canton Set for First Annual Athletics Giving Week: April 12-16

The SUNY Canton Athletics department is hosting its first annual Athletics Giving Week from April 12th to 16th, 2021. We have set a goal of 250 donations. Every gift large or small makes a big difference in supporting our student-athletes and department as we move forward. While our Athletics Giving Week officially starts April 12th, any gift given from now until April 16th will be included in our goal. Please consider making a gift today!

SUNY Canton Virtual Law Enforcement Series Features Human Trafficking Victim Advocates

SUNY Canton is continuing its Law Enforcement Day tradition by hosting four special-topic virtual discussions throughout the semester. The series, hosted by the college’s Center for Criminal Justice, Intelligence and Cybersecurity, is free and open to the public. The first event will be held at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 18 and will feature representatives from human trafficking victims advocate organizations and state agencies.

SUNY Canton Recognized for Top Degree Programs

Multiple higher education resource guides list SUNY Canton as having the best programs for 2021. SUNY Canton has been awarded top ranking status in four degrees by Intelligent.com, with two of those programs housed in the college’s new Center for Criminal Justice, Intelligence and Cybersecurity (CJIC).

SUNY Canton Career Services Expands Employment Help for Alumni

Graduates from any year can now receive free career counseling and resume assistance from SUNY Canton’s Career Services office. Parkman and her staff decided to expand services to help those who are seeking new career opportunities for alumni of all ages - from recent graduates looking to start their first post-college job, to those who have retired and are looking to re-enter the workforce.

Nursing Faculty Member Promoted at SUNY Canton

One of the faculty members responsible for integrating advanced technology in the SUNY Canton Nursing program has been promoted. Dawne M. Barkley recently became an associate professor in the college’s School of Science, Health and Criminal Justice.

SUNY Canton Announces Spring Virtual Living Writers Series Lineup

SUNY Canton is continuing its Virtual Living Writers Series this spring with a diverse lineup of writers who offer unique perspectives on death, corporate America and gender power dynamics.

SUNY Canton Maintenance Supervisor Reflects on College’s Essential Physical Plant Workers

Derek J. Bateman credits the good people he works with at SUNY Canton for helping the college weather the pandemic.Bateman was recently promoted to Maintenance Supervisor 3 in the college’s Cooper Services Complex. He oversees 17 individuals in the HVAC, plumbing, trades and electrical departments.

SUNY Canton Finance Faculty Member Publishes Power Outages Paper

A SUNY Canton associate professor from the Finance program is studying blackouts to help keep companies out of the red. In “Electric Power Grid Disruptions: A Time Series Examination” Kumar teamed up with his colleague and former SUNY Canton faculty member Brian K. Harte to explore the causes and effects of power failures. The paper was recently published in the Journal of Critical Infrastructure Policy.

1968 SUNY Canton Graduate Establishes North Country Nursing Scholarship

A graduate of the inaugural class of SUNY Canton nurses has created a scholarship to lessen the financial burdens of north country students who follow in her career field.

SUNY Canton Celebrates New Assistant Director of Student Activities, Involvement, and Leadership

Robert M. Bruce has defined his career by working with student leaders and encouraging growth within SUNY Canton’s clubs and organizations. He is best known for his behind-the-scenes efforts to help ensure concerts and student events run smoothly and sound perfect. The college is recognizing Bruce following his promotion to assistant director of Student Activities, Involvement and Leadership (SAIL).

SUNY Canton Latest Lead Campus to Join SUNY’s Free Online Training Center

State University of New York Chancellor Jim Malatras today announced the addition of SUNY Canton as a lead campus for SUNY’s free Online Training Center. With a campaign that launched earlier this month, the Online Training Center will provide a direct pathway to a new career or SUNY’s 30 community colleges, SUNY Empire State College, and now SUNY Canton for those who complete a certificate and have a high school diploma or equivalency.

Chancellor Malatras Visits SUNY Canton and SUNY Potsdam Pre-Semester Testing as Campuses Reopen

State University Chancellor Jim Malatras made his first visits today to SUNY Canton and SUNY Potsdam to meet with President Zvi Szafran and President Kristin Esterberg, as pre-semester testing takes place on their respective campuses for all students. Both SUNY campuses have moved to weekly testing of all students, faculty, and staff in alignment with SUNY policy to do so during the spring semester.

SUNY Canton Listed in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs

While continuing to excel in online education, the college makes marks with four-year Business degrees and bachelor’s programs for veterans. SUNY Canton was listed in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and other online-specific categories.

SUNY Canton Funeral Services Administration Director Continues Helping with COVID Relief Following Promotion

David R. Penepent, Ph.D., is elevating SUNY Canton’s Funeral Services Administration program by helping funeral homes across the state deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Penepent, who recently received a promotion to associate professor in the School of Science Health and Criminal Justice, is currently assisting a funeral home in Batavia as they deal with an influx of services.

SUNY Canton Student Emergency Fund Swells, Helps Students Through Pandemic

The SUNY Canton College Foundation, Inc., received record-breaking donations slated for the college’s Student Emergency Fund allowing it to fill a number of grants during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SUNY Canton Recognizes Fall 2020 Honor Students

More than 1,380 students earned the grades necessary to make the SUNY Canton Honor Rolls during the fall 2020 semester. President’s List recognizes full-time students who achieve a GPA of 3.75 to 4.0.

Recently Promoted SUNY Canton Faculty Member Champions Student Mental Health

Overall mental health and wellbeing of today’s college students is a growing concern for the SUNY Canton Applied Psychology program’s lead faculty member. Barat Wolfe, Ph.D., who was recently promoted to associate professor in the college’s School of Business and Liberal Arts, said the ongoing pandemic is adding to anxiety and depression.

SUNY Canton’s Legal Studies Program Receives Top Online Bachelor’s Degree Listing

SUNY Canton’s Legal Studies program was included in a top 10 best value list for online bachelor’s degrees in paralegal studies. The Online Paralegal Degree Center created the ranking using out-of-state tuition, 20-year return on investment, and graduation rate. SUNY Canton has the lowest tuition of the colleges to make the list.

Newly Promoted Assistant Professor Builds Up CAD Courses at SUNY Canton

SUNY Canton’s expert in computer-aided drafting (CAD) is helping students build their futures. Robert F. Burnett was recently promoted to Assistant Professor in the college’s Canino School of Engineering Technology. Burnett teaches construction drafting, blueprint reading and is the resident authority on building information modeling (BIM). Technological advancements have presented new ways for students to learn the software necessary to create