Nicholas Abrantes
Nicholas Abrantes of Lake George celebrates his academic success by passing along his skills and knowledge through his campus job at the Betty J. Evans Tutoring Center.
“Being a tutor gives me the opportunity to help other students,” he said. “I know there were times when I needed support, so being able to pass that on feels good. The other tutors I work with have great advice, and many times I've used it.”
Nicholas is currently in the Engineering Science 2+2 program, which allows him to earn his associate degree and then move on to another university to finish his bachelor’s in an engineering program. His current favorite class is calculus. “Math has always been second nature to me,” he said. “Being good at something makes me like it that much more.”
Despite his aptitude for math, Nicholas said he previously struggled academically. After a previous false start, he has hit his stride at SUNY Canton.
“After giving up on school the first time, many schools wouldn't accept me because of my prior poor performance,” he recalled. “SUNY Canton saw the potential I had and forgave me for the mistakes I had made in prior years. I will always be thankful to the school for that. Since then I have demonstrated my potential by making the President's List last semester.”
Nicholas is also receiving an academic award this spring.