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SUNY Canton Associate Professor Alainya (Laini) Kavaloski, Ph.D., celebrated the release of her new book “Graphic War – Jewish Women Drawing Contested Spaces.”

SUNY Canton Digital Communications Faculty Member Publishes Latest Book

The visible consequences of war can be found in artistic creations near affected locations, according to a SUNY Canton faculty member. School of Business and Liberal Arts Associate Professor Alainya (Laini) Kavaloski, Ph.D., who teaches in the Digita...

Jan 26, 2026, 10:18am EST

“Coastal 1” is among the 18 works by retired SUNY Plattsburgh Art Professor Peter Russom currently on display in the Learning Commons classroom. The show is scheduled to open with an artist’s reception at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29.

Retired SUNY Plattsburgh Art Professor Displays Paintings at SUNY Canton

SUNY Plattsburgh Professor Emeritus Peter Russom is exhibiting 18 painted works at SUNY Canton. An artist's reception and opening will be held for "Peter Russom: A Survey" at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, in the SUNY Canton Learning Commons Classroom. Th...

Jan 23, 2026, 10:58am EST

SUNY Canton students work with a computer-controlled patient in a simulation lab. Last month, the college received nearly $358,000 from the State University of New York’s 2025 High Needs Nursing – Supporting Innovation & Partnerships funding

SUNY Canton Receives $358K to Expand Nursing Education Through Partnerships

SUNY Canton is eyeing new ways to fill healthcare positions in the region by expanding nursing capacity through two innovative partnerships. In December 2025, the college received nearly $358,000 from the State University of New York's 2025 High Need...

Jan 22, 2026, 8:00am EST

SUNY Canton Instructor Ryan Harrigan warms up the college's trucks before a Commercial Driver's License training.

SUNY Canton Receives $77K Grant to Fund CDL Scholarships

SUNY Canton received a U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) grant to help individuals start high-demand careers in the trucking industry. The college...

Jan 15, 2026, 5:03pm EST

SUNY Canton EMS members Gage Halavin of Moira and Alivia Gilson of Potsdam walk to the Richard W. Miller Campus Center with their gear. The on-campus squad responds to emergencies at the college and is trained to provide basic life support.

SUNY Canton Celebrates a Decade of Student Emergency Medical Services

SUNY Canton's Student Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Squad has seen more than 150 members and responded to over 300 emergencies during its first decade of operation. "SUNY Canton EMS is one of the most valuable student organizations on our campus,"...

Jan 13, 2026, 10:11am EST

Gracie Wheeler, a graduating senior in SUNY Canton's Criminal Investigation program and University Police student dispatcher, walks from the college's Dana Hall building. Wheeler recently won the Dr. McBride Criminal Justice Student Achievement Award.

SUNY Canton Student Dispatcher Earns Statewide University Police Award

A graduating SUNY Canton Criminal Investigation student received the Dr. McBride Criminal Justice Student Achievement Award from the New York State University Police. Gracie Wheeler of Baldwinsville was nominated for the award by SUNY Canton Universi...

Dec 17, 2025, 10:30am EST

SUNY Canton Giving Tuesday Campaign Tops $100K in Donations

The SUNY Canton College Foundation, Inc., raised more than $100,000 from 225 donors during its "The Power of Us!" Giving Tuesday campaign. All donations will be used to directly support scholarships and other student-focused initiatives, according to ...

Dec 11, 2025, 9:00am EST

SUNY Canton Associate Professor Kelly Ficner was named a State University of New York Accessibility Advocates and Allies Fellow. She was one of 11 faculty fellows from across the SUNY System who will work to expand digital accessibility and Universal Design for Learning practices across their campuses.

SUNY Canton Criminal Justice Faculty Named SUNY Accessibility Advocates and Allies Fellow

State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced the second cohort of the SUNY Accessibility Advocates and Allies Fellowship Program, including SUNY Canton Associate Professor Kelly Ficner, Ph.D. "There is a place at SUNY for everyo...

Dec 10, 2025, 2:13pm EST

Brothers Jeffrey and Steven Forsythe stand outside of Canton’s Department of Social Services Building. Both recently completed SUNY Canton’s Peace Officer Academy after retiring from their careers as corrections officers.

SUNY Canton Trains New Contingent of Peace Officers

SUNY Canton's newest training program helped six former corrections officers transition into careers as peace officers, including two siblings who attended the course together. Working with the St. Lawrence and Franklin County Sheriff's Offices, Acad...

Dec 9, 2025, 4:03pm EST

An architects' rendering of SUNY Canton's proposed Childcare Center building. The new structure is currently planned for construction next to Parking Lot 7 on campus.

SUNY Canton Receives $1 Million from NBRC for New Childcare Center

SUNY Canton has received word that the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) has funded a $1 million federal grant to help the college create an on-campus childcare center. The new funding follows a previous $2.3 million investment announced by Go...

Dec 8, 2025, 4:00pm EST

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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.