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Seamus O'Brien, a Canton-area banking professional, was recently appointed to the SUNY Canton College Council.

SUNY Canton College Council Welcomes Seamus O'Brien

The SUNY Canton College Council recently welcomed banking professional Seamus O'Brien of Canton as its newest board member. O'Brien received his appointment letter from New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul earlier this summer, and his term will expire on...

Sep 9, 2026, 10:36am EDT

Pictured are incoming SUNY Canton College Council Chair Kathleen Dodge and retiring Chair Ronald O'Neill.

SUNY Canton College Council Announces New Leadership

SUNY Canton College Council Chair Ronald O'Neill, a 1963 graduate, is retiring from his post. He is passing the role to College Council member Kathleen Dodge, a retired educator who lives in Waddington. "As a student, alumnus and College Council membe...

Aug 31, 2026, 11:39am EDT

SUNY Canton invites the community to attend their First Responder Expo from 2 to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11. More than 30 area federal, state, and local agencies will participate.

SUNY Canton to Host Family-Friendly First Responder Expo Sept. 11

SUNY Canton will welcome more than 30 area federal, state, local and non-profit emergency response agencies to campus for the second annual first responder expo in September. This free event is open to the public and will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Frid...

Aug 26, 2026, 11:15am EDT

SUNY Canton recently completed renovations to the Roselle Academic Plaza at the heart of campus. The multi-year project increases overall accessibility.

SUNY Canton is Set for 2026-2027 Academic Year

Faculty, staff and college administrators at SUNY Canton are preparing to kick off the fall semester next week. "SUNY Canton is ready for another outstanding academic year," said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. "We look forward to showcasing the c...

Aug 21, 2026, 3:24pm EDT

Incoming SUNY Canton Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program students pose for a photo on their first day of classes. The students recently began their summer orientation session several weeks before the start of the fall semester. Classes begin on Thursday, August 27.

SUNY Canton Welcomes EOP Students to Campus

SUNY Canton recently welcomed nearly 30 new Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students to campus for summer orientation. The EOP program provides students with the benefit of a residential college experience before starting their cl...

Aug 3, 2026, 10:34am EDT

Cut Above - SUNY Canton students Nathan St. Louis of Plattsburgh, Matthew Gattus of Jeffersonville and Mitch Timerman of La Fargeville placed fourth in a Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation (FIERF) competition for their handmade American Felling Axe.

Forged in Canton: Collegiate Smiths Hammer Out 4th Place Axe in National Competition

A group of SUNY Canton students took fourth place in the recent Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation (FIERF) annual competition, judged by celebrities Ben Abbot and David Baker from the History Channel show "Forged in Fire." Students ...

Jul 9, 2026, 2:47pm EDT

SUNY Canton Inducts Newest Hall of Fame Members

Successful alumni, former college employees and a premier North Country financial institution were recently inducted into SUNY Canton's college-wide Hall of Fame. According to Vice President for Advancement Geoffrey VanderWoude, SUNY Canton has more t...

Jun 29, 2026, 9:00am EDT

The SUNY Canton Public Relations Office won four awards for creative excellence from the SUNY Council for University Advancement. Pictured left to right are Gregory E. Kie, Matthew J. Mulkin and Travis G. Smith.

SUNY Canton Public Relations Wins SUNYCUAD Awards for Excellence

The SUNY Canton Office of Public Relations earned four 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 Albany. Senio...

Jun 17, 2026, 10:33am EDT

SUNY Canton Offers Free Associate Degrees for Adult Learners Through SUNY Reconnect

Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced that SUNY Canton will now be a part of the SUNY Reconnect initiative, which offers free associate degree tuition, fees, books, and supplies for eligible adults aged 25-55 pursuing degrees in high-demand fields. "The ...

Jun 15, 2026, 3:09pm EDT

Security Guard Training Classes Scheduled at SUNY Canton

SUNY Canton will be offering State-required security guard training sessions from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on June 24 and 25 in Dana Hall, room 138 A. Pre-assignment security guard training is the first step into the world of professional security. The 8-hou...

Jun 15, 2026, 9:55am 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.