CAMPUS UPDATE
NEW PARTNERSHIPS SUNY Canton embarked upon a unique partnership with Subaru Distributors Corporation last year. Subaru and area dealers will be contributing approximately $500,000 in equipment and brand-new cars to the College to assist automotive technology students in becoming certified to work with Subaru. Additionally, Subaru dealers in New York can send their technicians for training at SUNY Canton. The partnership was formed when Brandon J. Baldwin, an Automotive Technology Assistant Professor, was introduced to Barry A. Wells, Executive Vice President of Subaru Distributors Corp. Wells graduated from SUNY Canton in 1975 and earned a four-year degree in Legal Studies from the College in 2010.
NEWLY ACCREDITED
The Funeral Services Administration program recently received its initial accreditation from the American Board of Funeral Service Education. The program is one of the very few four-year mortuary science majors in the United States and one of the only programs of its kind within the SUNY System. The program is designed for first-time first-year students and working professionals who wish to continue their education while working.
THANKS FOR GIVING!
John L. Halford, Sr. '49 recently created an endowed scholarship to support students in the four-year nursing program. Professor Emerita Margaret Vining became the first participant in our Gift Annuity Program. Gift Annuities are a wonderful way to make a donation to the college and receive a lifetime income. Fred C. '66 and Karen Liebi recently added to their endowed scholarship which supports students majoring in construction technology and other curricula in the Canino School of Engineering Technology. Robert C. '60 and Margaret Rogers made an addition contribution to the endowment they established in honor of longtime basketball coach Stan Cohen. Thomas P. '66 and Claire Woodside continue supporting the Woodside Family Endowment which was established in 1991 with a generous gift.
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GOING MOBILE
COLLEGE BEFORE COLLEGE
The new site makes it easier and faster for anyone with a webcapable cell phone to access information about academics, admissions, athletics and directions to the College.
BETTER BRIDGES
Responding to the increase in mobile web traffic, SUNY Canton has developed a website specifically for the modern smartphone user.
MORE COMMUNITY EVENTS
With the addition of several new buildings, including the Convocation, Athletic and Recreation Center, nicknamed Roos House, the College has been able to expand its community programming offerings including new fitness programs such as Zumba, spinning and open ice skating sessions. The building’s staff has also partnered with area businesses to offer special events, such as Glow Skincare, the Spa Fitness challenge, and “Discover SCUBA” nights. For more information, www.canton.edu/ rooshouse.
Faculty implemented the Early College High School program through a $200,000 grant from the New York State Department of Education. Teachers from participating high schools offer college-level instruction combined with exploratory learning at the College.
This year SUNY Canton’s footbridges received a major facelift for the first time since they were built in the late 1960s. The replacement of the footbridges was one of several construction projects underway at SUNY Canton this past year. The two footbridges, which connect the SUNY Canton campus to the downtown Village of Canton, have served as an identifiable landmark specific to the area. They inspire fond memories for many alumni.
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2013 SUNY Canton Magazine