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Pictured are SUNY Canton Physical Therapist Assistant majors Kat Taru of Clay Noah Bickhart of Ogdensburg during a knee flexion range of motion exercise. The college is partnering with SUNY Upstate Medical University to offer a 4+3 DPT Early Assurance Program allows qualified high school seniors the opportunity to complete their undergraduate education at SUNY Canton and guarantees placement in Upstate’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

SUNY Canton and SUNY Upstate Medical University Create 4+3 Doctor of Physical Therapy Affiliation

SUNY Canton and SUNY Upstate Medical University have entered into a new affiliation agreement for students who want to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). The new 4+3 DPT Early Assurance Program allows qualified high school seniors the opportuni...

Aug 12, 2025, 11:32am EDT

Josiah Martin, owner of Martin’s Pretzel Bakery in Moira is scheduled to receive the North Country Small Business Development Center's Phoenix Award on August 11.

Moira-Based Martin's Handmade Pretzels Locks Down North Country SBDC Award

A rapidly growing local food manufacturing company is being recognized by the North Country Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at SUNY Canton. Martin's Pretzel Bakery, owned by Josiah Martin, will be presented with the 2025 Phoenix Award at 11 ...

Jul 28, 2025, 3:28pm EDT

SUNY Canton students revive a patient in a Nursing simulation lab. The college has entered a partnership with the Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training Program to address healthcare workforce shortages.

SUNY Canton Partners with Caring Gene to Strengthen Healthcare Workforce in Upstate New York

SUNY Canton has entered a partnership with the Caring Gene Career Pathways Training Program (CPT) to address healthcare workforce shortages in the hardest-hit areas of New York State, reduce barriers to career advancement, and support individuals seeki...

Jul 22, 2025, 4:01pm EDT

Community Invited to See First Responders in Action at SUNY Canton Aug. 15

SUNY Canton will welcome more than 30 area federal, state, local and non-profit emergency response agencies to campus for a first responder expo in August. This free and family-friendly event is open to the public and will be held from noon to 4 p.m. ...

Jul 16, 2025, 11:27am EDT

SUNY Canton to Host Free Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Esports Clinic July 26

SUNY Canton will host a no-cost Super Smash Bros. Ultimate esports clinic and competition for aspiring collegiate players from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26 in the college's state-of-the-art Esports Arena in Nevaldine Hall. The event is designed ...

Jul 16, 2025, 10:18am EDT

SUNY Canton Announces Fee Scholarships for Active-Duty, Reservist and National Guard Students

SUNY Canton will begin a comprehensive student fee scholarship initiative for active-duty, reservist and National Guard service members beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. This program builds upon several longstanding military-friendly policies and ...

Jul 9, 2025, 9:56am EDT

The SUNY Canton Public Relations Office recently earned three awards for creative excellence from the SUNY Council for University Advancement, including a first place prize for a light pole banner redesign project.

SUNY Canton Public Relations Wins SUNYCUAD Awards for Excellence

The SUNY Canton Office of Public Relations earned three awards for outstanding creative work this year from the SUNY Council for University Advancement (SUNYCUAD). The awards were presented at the organization's annual conference held in Rochester. Di...

Jun 30, 2025, 11:02am EDT

Eye Tracking – Using a web camera and proprietary health software, SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Mehdi Ghayoumi can analyze eye movement data to identify subtle biomarkers suggesting cognitive decline. The faculty member recently received a $50,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps grant to market the innovation.

SUNY Canton Faculty Member Puts Eyes on Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease

A SUNY Canton researcher sees the future of Alzheimer's disease diagnosis and treatment in people's eyes. Assistant Professor Mehdi Ghayoumi, Ph.D., recently received a $50,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps grant to market an advanced eye-...

Jun 24, 2025, 1:58pm EDT

Spots are still available in several SUNY Canton weeklong summer day camps, including a drone camp, July 14-18.

Spots Still Available for SUNY Canton Summer Day Camps

There are several SUNY Canton summer day camps for a range of grade levels and areas of interest that still have available spots remaining. Each camp runs for a one-week period (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). All campers must bring a water bottl...

Jun 18, 2025, 10:05am EDT

Geoffrey C.S. VanderWoude has been named as SUNY Canton's newest Vice President for Advancement and Executive Director of the Canton College Foundation. VanderWoude was formerly the college's senior director of development.

SUNY Canton Selects New Vice President for Advancement

SUNY Canton and the Canton College Foundation are pleased to announce that Geoffrey C.S. VanderWoude has been appointed as Vice President for Advancement and Executive Director of the Canton College Foundation. "The Vice President for Advancement is...

Jun 18, 2025, 9:00am EDT

About SUNY Canton

As Northern New York's premier college for career-driven bachelor's degrees, associate degrees and professional certificate programs, SUNY Canton delivers quality hands-on programs in engineering technology, management, and healthcare fields. It is home to the Center for Criminal Justice, Intelligence and Cybersecurity. Faculty members are noted for their professional real-world experience in addition to outstanding academic credentials. As SUNY's leader in online education, SUNY Canton OnLine offers hundreds of flexible and convenient courses as well as 23 online degree programs. The SUNY Canton Kangaroos 15 traditional athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division III level as part of the North Atlantic Conference. SUNY Canton also features varsity esports and cheerleading.