SUNY Canton Public Relations Wins Record Awards for Excellence from CASE and SUNYCUAD

The SUNY Canton Office of Public Relations earned its most-ever awards for outstanding creative work this year from two higher education associations.

SUNY Canton Entrepreneurial Challenge Assists North Country Business

Entrepreneurial-minded SUNY Canton students helped a North Country business discover ways to evolve during the college’s eighth annual “Roopreneur” challenge.

SeaComm Federal Credit Union Sponsors SUNY Canton’s North Country Launch Day

SeaComm Federal Credit has partnered with SUNY Canton to expand entrepreneurship education.

SUNY Canton Faculty Member Named to Postsecondary State Career Technical Education Leaders Fellowship

SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Stacia R. Smith, D. Tech. was selected as a NYSACTE fellow during their inaugural selection process.

SUNY Canton Marks High Point in #GivingTuesday Fundraising Campaign

Drawing on the support of alumni, faculty, staff, parents, and friends, the SUNY Canton College Foundation exceeded its fundraising goal by $20,000 during its 2024 #GivingTuesday campaign.

SUNY Canton Names Ice Arena for Historic College Coach Terry L. Martin

Terry L. Martin helped peel back a blue drape to reveal etched glass with the college ice rink’s new official name, concluding a campaign to honor his legacy as retired men’s hockey coach.

SUNY Canton Names Nursing Laboratory for Founding Educator Virginia M. McAllister

A recent naming ceremony at SUNY Canton recognized two exceptional nursing faculty members who were integral to the college’s history, Virginia McAllister and Linda Fay.

Military Times Names SUNY Canton Among Top Colleges in N.Y. for Veterans

Military Times magazine has identified SUNY Canton as one of the best schools in the state for former service members, according to the publication’s 2024 “Best for Vets” college rankings.

Senator Gillibrand Promotes Cyber Service Academy at SUNY Canton

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand encourages SUNY Canton students to apply for the DoD Cyber Service Academy scholarship, offering full tuition for public service.

Internships Become Growing Part of a SUNY Canton Education

SUNY Canton eyes internships as an extension of its career-driven educational programs.

SUNY Canton Renews Articulation with SUNY Upstate Medical for Health Careers

SUNY Canton and SUNY Upstate Medical University have renewed an agreement allowing students seamless transfer into six upper-division health professions programs.

Special Olympics North Country Fall Classic Hosted by SUNY Canton's Sports Management Program

More than ninety athletes took part in the second Special Olympics North Country Fall Classic at SUNY Canton this past September.

SUNY Canton SBDC holds Workers Compensation and Labor Laws Workshops Nov. 5 and 6

North Country employers will have the chance to learn about workers’ compensation and New York State Department of Labor services at workshops hosted by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center.

SUNY Canton Student Has Viral Moment as Timothée Chalamet Lookalike

SUNY Canton Graphic and Multimedia Design student Reed Putman recently had a brush with fame when he participated in a Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest the past weekend in New York City’s Washington Square Park.

SUNY Canton Hosts High School Mathematics Competition Nov. 6

SUNY Canton will host the Mathematical Association of America's (MAA) American Mathematics Competition (AMC) 10 and 12 at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 6, in Wicks Hall.

SUNY Canton Mourns the Passing of Linda L. Fay

SUNY Canton mourns the loss of Linda L. Fay, Distinguished Professor Emerita of Nursing, Hall of Fame member, and dedicated supporter of education and scholarships.

SUNY Canton Living Writers Series to Feature Syracuse Poet Christopher Brunt

An author who teaches creative writing and literature at Syracuse University will read from his just-released poetry collection at a SUNY Canton Living Writers Series “lunch and literature” event in November.

SUNY Canton Hosts In-Person and Virtual Open Houses this Fall

SUNY Canton will offer several opportunities for prospective students and families to learn about the college this fall.

SUNY Canton to Host Annual ‘Trunk or Treat’ Event

The SUNY Canton Early Childhood program invites the community to their Halloween “Trunk or Treat” event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 on campus in Parking Lot 8.

SUNY Canton Celebrates Recent Faculty Promotions

SUNY Canton is recognizing faculty members who recently received promotions from each of the college’s three schools.

SUNY Canton Announces New Four-Year Data Science and Analytics Program

The newest bachelor’s degree offered through SUNY Canton Online is designed to prepare a diverse generation of leaders in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data.

SUNY Canton Cybersecurity Awareness Month Speaker Series Features Retired CIA Spy

In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, SUNY Canton’s Cybersecurity Department will host a free weekly online speaker series throughout October.

SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center Honors Akwesasne Construction Company

AM Equipment LLC was recently honored as the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 2024 Growth Company of the Year. The award was presented to owner Andre White by New York SBDC State Director Sonya Smith at a reception on Thursday, September 26, in Akwesasne.

ASAP|ACE Event Highlights SUNY Canton Student Success

The latest programs in SUNY Canton’s extensive student support network are helping students complete college on time by providing financial and academic support.

SUNY Canton Schedules Oct. 1 ASAP|ACE Student Networking Event

SUNY Canton will hold a unique networking event for students enrolled in its highly successful Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) programs at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1 at the Roos House Convocation, Athletic and Recreation Center’s mezzanine area.

SUNY Canton Retains Top 10 Placement on U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ List

SUNY Canton has maintained its highest-ever scores from U.S. News and World Report in the 2025 Best Colleges edition, according to standings released Monday, Sept 24. The college was placed 9th in the Regional Colleges (North) list for the second year in a row, one spot ahead of two of its closest competitors from the State University of New York Technology colleges, SUNY Cobleskill and Alfred State College.

SUNY Canton Associate Professor Named to National Association of Social Workers Merger Team

SUNY Canton Associate Professor Christina Lesyk has been named to the transition team overseeing the historic merger of the New York State and City chapters of the National Association of Social Workers.

SUNY Canton Living Writers Series to Host Acclaimed Author Soma Mei Sheng Frazier Sept. 26

The SUNY Canton Living Writers Series kicks off the fall semester with an author whose debut novel about a Chinese American Ivy League dropout turned private chauffeur has earned praise from The New York Timesand San Francisco Chronicle.

SUNY Canton Promotes Student Safety During Emergency Preparedness Week

A simulated dorm-room fire and a shelter-in-place drill are among the events scheduled for Sept. 16-20 on campus.

Akwesasne Construction Company Recognized by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center

A rapidly growing Akwesasne construction company is being recognized by the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as the 2024 Growth Company of the Year. AM Equipment, LLC, owned by Andre White, will be presented with the award on Thursday, Sept. 26, in Akwesasne.

SUNY Canton’s CDL Training Expands with Tractor-Trailer Donation

A new tractor-trailer, new classes and new ways to fund license learning courses are driving SUNY Canton’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program forward without tapping the brakes.

SUNY Canton Adds Alumni Events to its Family Weekend Activities, Sept. 13 -15

Fireworks, festivities and fun highlight this year’s pirate-themed homecoming weekend. SUNY Canton is extending a special invitation to its dedicated alumni during this year’s Family and Friends Weekend, scheduled from Friday, Sept. 13, to Sunday, Sept. 15.

SUNY Canton to Offer No-Cost Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships (CWCIP) will host a no-cost, two-month community-based advanced manufacturing pre-apprenticeship program for people of all ages and career stages who are interested in this field.

SUNY Canton Fall Semester Opens with Opportunity, Possibilities and Enthusiasm

Students embark on new learning experiences and begin to engage with the vibrant campus community. A buzz of activity and the shared sense of beginning a new chapter made for a memorable first week at SUNY Canton.

SUNY Canton to Host Low Voltage-Qualified Training and OSHA 10 Construction Course

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships and the Canino School of Engineering Technology will host two workforce safety training opportunities open to professionals and students this fall.

SUNY Canton Skates Toward Naming Ice Arena for Former Hockey Coach

A new fundraising campaign seeks to honor Terry L. Martin. The SUNY Canton College Foundation, Inc., has launched a campaign to name the campus ice arena after the winningest hockey coach in college history.

SUNY Canton to Host EPA 608 Training and Certification in August

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships and the Canino School of Engineering Technology will host a 10-hour Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 training course and certification exam for HVAC and refrigeration appliance technicians.

Five Roos Named to NABC Honors Court; Team Earns Academic Excellence Award

Five members of the SUNY Canton men's basketball team have been named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court for their efforts in the classroom, while the entire team has been recognized with the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award.

SUNY Canton Hosts Popular ‘Summer Splash’ Information Event in July

SUNY Canton is hosting its annual “Summer Splash” event for prospective students and families from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 27.

SUNY Canton Celebrates Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni

The SUNY Canton Alumni Association has announced the recipients of its annual Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni Awards.

SUNY Canton Welcomes New Hall of Fame Members

SUNY Canton welcomed five new members and one North Country business into its college-wide Hall of Fame. Inductees were presented their awards at the recent SUNY Canton Alumni and Friends Awards Ceremony, held by the college’s Advancement Office, with representatives from the Canton College Foundation, Inc. and the SUNY Canton Alumni Association.

SUNY Canton’s Newest Dean Brings Leadership Strategies to the School of Business and Liberal Arts

SUNY Canton Provost Peggy A. De Cooke recently announced the college has hired a new dean for the School of Business and Liberal Arts.

SUNY Canton’s Brandon Baldwin Wins Instructor of the Year Title

Associate Professor and resident automobile enthusiast Brandon J. Baldwin has won the prestigious 2023-2024 Instructor of the Year Program, presented by Tomorrow’s Technician and sponsored by B’laster Products.

SUNY Canton Cybersecurity Expert Receives Digital Privacy Software Patent

A SUNY Canton faculty member has patented educational cybersecurity software designed to play like a computer game. The SUNY Research Foundation recently announced that Associate Professor Kambiz Ghazinour had received a patent for the concepts and programming for a Digital Privacy and Security Simulator named DigitalPASS, a product offered by the company CyberSpara, Inc., which Ghazinour founded in 2020.

SUNY Canton Congratulates Class of 2024 Graduates

Nearly 800 graduates received the credits necessary to graduate from SUNY Canton.

SUNY Canton to Host Free ‘Dig Safe’ Community Training and Professional Recertifications in July and August

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships and UDig NY will host free in-person evening “Dig Safe” training to the community, as well as in-person excavator recertifications for professionals, throughout July and August.

SUNY Canton to Host Manufacturing Apprenticeship Roundtable for Employers

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships (WCIP) and the Canino School of Engineering Technology will host a roundtable discussion for manufacturing industry representatives throughout the North Country to learn about apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship opportunities.

SUNY Honors Three SUNY Canton Employees with Chancellor’s Awards

Three SUNY Canton employees have been selected to receive the 2023-2024 State University of New York Chancellor’s Award for Excellence. These annual honors acknowledge consistently superior professional achievement in several categories, and they are awarded to employees throughout SUNY’s 64 institutions. Campuses submit nominations that are approved by the SUNY Committee on Awards.

SUNY Canton Cybersecurity Faculty Authors Book on the Programming Behind AI

A SUNY Canton faculty member peeled back the curtain to reveal the intricate programming behind generative artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. 

SUNY Canton Students Earn Honors During Spring 2024

SUNY Canton congratulates the students who’ve earned the grades necessary to achieve President’s List, Dean’s List or Part-Time Honors during the spring 2024 semester.

SUNY Canton President Honors Meritorious Service Award Recipients

Four SUNY Canton employees were recognized by President Zvi Szafran for their professional achievements at the annual Employee Recognition Day event in May. Szafran selected Christina M. Leshko, Ph.D., Rebecca Olmstead, Pamela M. Sheldon, and Andrew C. Wood to receive the 2024 President’s Meritorious Service Award, one of the college’s highest honors.

SUNY Canton Employees Receive Prestigious College Council Awards

The SUNY Canton College Council has recognized three employees for outstanding service and dedication.

SUNY Canton Celebrates Class of 2024

SUNY Canton held its 116th Commencement Ceremony for approximately 800 members of the class of 2024 Saturday, May 11. SUNY Canton College Council Chair Ronald M. O’Neill, class of 1963, opened the ceremony by congratulating the graduates, as well as acknowledging those who have helped them reach this milestone.

SUNY Canton’s State Budget Allocation Increases More than 12%

SUNY Canton will be receiving $878,000 in additional funding as part of the 2024-2025 enacted New York State Budget. The figure represents a 12.2% increase from the previous year’s state funding for SUNY Canton. Overall, the State’s funding increase for all campuses was $114 million, which includes significant new resources to support SUNY students and creates the largest two-year infusion of support in the last 50 years.

SUNY Canton to Host Electric Vehicle Safety Training for Mechanics

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships (WCIP) is offering three, two-day electric vehicle (EV) safety training courses for mechanics in July.

SUNY Canton to Host No-Cost Air-Source Heat Pump Evening Course

SUNY Canton’s Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships (WCIP) will host a no-cost course on the fundamentals of air-source heat pumps in June.

SUNY Canton Associate Professor Races Toward Instructor of the Year Title

Associate Professor Brandon J. Baldwin uses his passion for cars, music, engineering, the environment, and people to drive the Automotive Technology program at SUNY Canton.

SUNY Canton Students Receive Academic Awards at Frederick W. Saburro Honors Convocation

Nearly 200 students received awards at SUNY Canton’s Honors Convocation Celebration. The annual event is designed to recognize the students who earned the highest GPA in their major and class year. It is named in honor of a retired, or emeritus, faculty member who taught at the college.

SUNY Canton’s Bridge Team Continues Tradition of Success at Regional Competition

In the culmination of an entire year of demonstrated engineering aptitude, the SUNY Canton’s American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Chapter secured second place at the Upstate Regional American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Student Steel Bridge Competition recently held at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy.

SUNY Canton Hosts Visiting Cybersecurity Researcher from France

A doctoral candidate from Lorraine University in Nancy, France, is making strides with big data while working at SUNY Canton as a visiting researcher.

SUNY Canton Students Break into Advanced Concrete Compositions

SUNY Canton students are showcasing concrete knowledge developed through continued research into applications using the fiberglass-reinforced building material.

SUNY Canton Offers Free Solar Training in June

The Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships (WCIP) at SUNY Canton will host a free informational photovoltaic solar installation course this summer.

Two SUNY Canton Students Earn Chancellor’s Awards

The State University of New York has announced that two SUNY Canton students have been selected for the prestigious Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence.

SUNY Canton to Host Seven Summer 2024 Day Camps

SUNY Canton's Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships (WCIP) will host seven fun, educational summer day camps designed for a variety of grade levels and areas of interest.

SUNY Canton’s Fourth Athletics Giving Week an Overwhelming Success

SUNY Canton Athletics raised over $144,000 with almost 1,200 total gifts contributed to its fourth annual Athletics Giving Week. This campaign, which was led by the Canton College Foundation, recently concluded March 29th and was a resounding success.

SUNY Canton Ranked Among Most Military Friendly® Small Public Schools in U.S.

SUNY Canton has received a prestigious ranking on the 2024-2025 annual Military Friendly® school list, which was released March 27. The college earned sixth place nationally in the small public schools category and will be featured in G.I. Jobs magazine’s May issue.

SUNY Funding Supports Renzi Food Pantry and Mental Health at SUNY Canton

A recent round of funding provided by the State University of New York is helping the college combat food insecurity and address the mental health of SUNY Canton students.

SUNY Canton Names Honors Convocation for Former Lecturer and Tutor

SUNY Canton Provost Peggy A. De Cooke has revealed that the college’s 2024 Honors Convocation will be named for a retired mathematics lecturer and outstanding college tutor who dedicated his career to ensuring student success.

SUNY Canton to Begin Offering Direct Support Professional Microcredentials at No-Cost

SUNY Canton will soon launch fully-funded Direct Support Professional (DSP) microcredentials that will train and upskill a workforce dedicated to empowering those with developmental disabilities.

International Partnership Brings 16 Cameroon Students to SUNY Canton

SUNY Canton has a record number of international students on campus from PKFokam Institute of Excellence in the city of Yaoundé, located in Cameroon, Africa.

SUNY Canton Invites Community to Annual Law Enforcement Day March 28

The SUNY Canton Criminal Justice Department will host their annual Law Enforcement Day for the public, law enforcement professionals and students from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 28.

SUNY Canton Expands Security Guard Training

SUNY Canton has added new sections of its New York State security guard training. Courses offered through the college’s Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships (WCIP) now include pre-employment training, 90-day on the job training and the annual in-service training.

SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Appears in True Crime Docuseries ‘Me Hereafter’

SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Kelly R. Ficner drew upon her experience as a criminalist to add authenticity to a new true crime show.

State, SUNY Funding, Increased Full-Time Enrollment Bolster SUNY Canton

Investments from New York State, the State University of New York and increased full-time enrollment are allowing SUNY Canton to pursue innovative initiatives.

SUNY Canton Salutes its Newest Senior Lecturers

A slew of faculty members recently received a promotion to the position of senior lecturer within their respective schools at SUNY Canton.

Gov. Hochul Announces Part-Time TAP Eligibility for SUNY Canton Microcredentials

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced that nine SUNY Canton microcredentials and two workforce certification programs will be eligible for New York State’s Part-time, Non-Degree Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), which provides direct financial aid to students.

SUNY Canton Recognized for Outstanding Online Higher Education Options

U.S. News & World Report has once again selected SUNY Canton for inclusion on the publication’s 2024 Best Online Programs list. The recently announced rankings placed the college at 104 on its Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, in a tie with several other universities, including Old Dominion University, and Villanova University. It was selected among 1,800 institutions surveyed by the publication.

SUNY Canton Hosts American Red Cross Blood Drive, Feb. 14-15

In addition to chocolates and flowers, SUNY Canton encourages the campus community to consider donating a special red gift to help save lives.

Recent SUNY Canton Graduate Displays Paintings in Southworth Library Learning Commons

A graduate of SUNY Canton’s Graphic and Multimedia Design program is returning to college to display his artwork.

SUNY Canton Engineers Week Open House to Feature Scholarship Raffle

SUNY Canton’s Canino School of Engineering Technology will hold their annual Open House to commemorate National Engineers Week from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 in Nevaldine Hall.

Recent SUNY Canton Graduate Receives Statewide University Police Award

A former SUNY Canton University Police student dispatcher received the Dr. McBride Criminal Justice Student Achievement Award.

SUNY Canton Announces Spring Semester Microcourse Monday Lineup

The spring 2024 semester will kick off with a special Microcourse Monday session on the upcoming solar eclipse. Totality in Canton will be presented by St. Lawrence University Henry Priest Professor of Physics Aileen O’Donoghue at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22.

SUNY Canton Launches New Program to Aid in Student Success

SUNY Canton will begin a new support program that seeks to break down barriers to student success and assist with timely degree completion.

SUNY Canton Recognizes Fall 2023 Honor Students

SUNY Canton congratulates the students who’ve earned the grades necessary to achieve President’s List, Dean’s List or Part-Time Honors during the Fall 2023 Semester.

SUNY Canton Seeks to Expand No-Cost ‘College in High School’ Program to All St. Lawrence County Students

SUNY Canton’s new Center for Workforce, Community and Industry Partnerships (WCIP) is looking to  expand its “College in High School” program in St. Lawrence County.

SUNY Canton’s University Police Department Gains Initial New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation

SUNY Canton’s University Police Department has received initial accreditation through the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). It is the first time the department has sought or achieved voluntary accreditation.

SUNY Canton Hosts Mathematics Competition for Middle School Students, Jan. 20

SUNY Canton will be hosting a Mathematical Association of America (MAA) American Mathematics Competition (AMC) 8 at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, in Dana Hall, room 230.