SUNY Canton

The Student Specialty Awards began more than a decade ago to showcase the amazing service, commitment, teamwork, persistence, grit, and campus involvement our students possess. Many of these students have overcome great obstacles in the path to earning their degree, and have shown tremendous perseverance and determination in continuing to pursue advanced learning. Students are selected for one or more of several award categories, including the Heritage Award, Pillars of Character Award, Leaders of Tomorrow Award, and the Humanitarian Award, among others.

The Student Specialty Awards began more than 10 years ago to showcase the amazing service, commitment, teamwork, persistence, grit, and campus involvement our students possess. Many of these students have overcome great obstacles in the path to earning their degree, and have shown tremendous perseverance and determination in continuing to pursue advanced learning. Students are selected for one or more of several award categories, including the Heritage Award, Pillars of Character Award, Leaders of Tomorrow Award, and the Humanitarian Award, among others.

SUNY Canton Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Courtney B. Bish recognizes individuals during the virtual Student Specialty Awards Ceremony.

Students have joined one of SUNY Canton's eight competitive video game teams.

A SUNY Canton senior who is completing an internship with the U.S. Secret Service has been selected by SUNY Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson to receive the prestigious Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.

SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy recently announced that more than 600 students excelled academically during the Fall 2008 semester. "Each of these students has made their education a priority in their lives," Kennedy said. "The college's provost, deans, and I commend their hard work and success during the semester." To receive President's List honors, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For Dean's List, full-time students must receive a GPA of 3.25. Part-Time Honors are awarded to students earning at least a 3.25 GPA on six to 11 credit hours. Among the students who earned honors for academics were:

A SUNY Canton senior who aspires to pursue a career in renewable energy has been selected by SUNY Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson to receive the annual Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.