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SUNY Canton student-athletes Maddie Armstrong of Lisbon and Markel Mosley of Plattsburgh walk up one of the college’s two new covered stairways.

Students Begin a New Chapter in Their Academic Journey at SUNY Canton

Warm weather and blue skies welcomed SUNY Canton students as they began the first week of the fall 2025 semester. New students and student-athletes began moving on campus on Monday, August 18. Returning students moved back into their homes-away-from-...

Aug 22, 2025, 3:38pm EDT

Martin's Homemade Pretzel Owner Josiah Martin receives the Small Business Development Center's Phoenix Award from Statewide Director Sonya Smith. Martin was selected for the prestigious honor from more than 20,000 SBDC clients across the state.

Martin's Handmade Pretzels Receives Statewide SBDC Phoenix Award

Martin's Handmade Pretzels rose from the ashes to produce its renowned delectables at a larger scale and for more customers. Aptly, the company's owner, Josiah Martin, received the 2025 Phoenix Award presented by the New York State Small Business Devel...

Aug 14, 2025, 4:15pm EDT

SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Mehdi Ghayoumi, Ph.D., recently published the textbook “Mathematical Foundations for Deep Learning.” It is Ghayoumi's third title related to artificial intelligence.

SUNY Canton Assistant Professor Authors New AI Textbook

Assistant Professor Mehdi Ghayoumi, Ph.D., the lead faculty member in SUNY Canton's Data Science and Analytics program, has authored his third textbook on Artificial Intelligence. "Mathematical Foundations for Deep Learning" was published through Cha...

Aug 13, 2025, 12:11pm EDT

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

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.