SUNY Canton

Students who excelled academically were honored at SUNY Canton's 2013 Honors Convocation. "Through your hard work and perseverance you have changed the fabric of our College," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner at the event held May 1. "Many of you are not only very accomplished academically, but also have given numerous hours of your time for service to our campus and community. We are a better institution because of your hard work and dedication." The College's Honors Convocation is an annual, formal ceremony designed to recognize students' academic, civic and overall achievement. Each year, the ceremony is named after the most dedicated and revered faculty members of the College's history. This year's ceremony was named for SUNY Canton Distinguished Professor Emerita Nancy R. Auster, who taught for more than 25 years. Among the students honored were:

Students who excelled academically were honored at SUNY Canton's 2013 Honors Convocation. "Through your hard work and perseverance you have changed the fabric of our College," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner at the event held May 1. "Many of you are not only very accomplished academically, but also have given numerous hours of your time for service to our campus and community. We are a better institution because of your hard work and dedication." The College's Honors Convocation is an annual, formal ceremony designed to recognize students' academic, civic and overall achievement. Each year, the ceremony is named after the most dedicated and revered faculty members of the College's history. This year's ceremony was named for SUNY Canton Distinguished Professor Emerita Nancy R. Auster, who taught for more than 25 years. Among the students honored were:

SUNY Canton recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2012 semester. "The College's deans and I are very proud of these students," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner. "They are demonstrating commitment to their education and it is my great pleasure to congratulate them on their success." To receive Part-Time Honors students must earn at least a 3.25 GPA on six to 11 credit hours. Among the students who earned honors for academics were:

SUNY Canton recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2012 semester. "The College's deans and I are very proud of these students," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner. "They are demonstrating commitment to their education and it is my great pleasure to congratulate them on their success." 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. Among the students who earned honors for academics were:

SUNY Canton recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2012 semester. "The College's deans and I are very proud of these students," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner. "They are demonstrating commitment to their education and it is my great pleasure to congratulate them on their success." To receive Dean's List honors, 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:

SUNY Canton recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2012 semester. "The College's deans and I are very proud of these students," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner. "They are demonstrating commitment to their education and it is my great pleasure to congratulate them on their success." To receive Dean's List honors, 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:

SUNY Canton recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2012 semester. "The College's deans and I are very proud of these students," said Interim SUNY Canton President Carli C. Schiffner. "They are demonstrating commitment to their education and it is my great pleasure to congratulate them on their success." To receive Dean's List honors, 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:

SUNY Canton's student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) placed eighth in the nation with their economical and efficient steel bridge. The College was one of 47 teams to participate in the ASCE and American Institute of Steel Construction National Steel Bridge Championships, held over Memorial Day Weekend at Clemson University, Clemson, S.C. Their top-ten position followed a first place victory at the ASCE Regional Championships recently hosted at SUNY Canton. "The team members worked very hard to make sure all of the details were right and put in the extraordinary practice time necessary to compete in this level," said Robert R. Blickwedehl, one of the three faculty advisors for the Steel Bridge Team. "Our team is in the top 20 percent of the competing universities, including some of the most famous, prestigious and expensive engineering schools in the nation." The team took third place in construction speed with a 6.70 minute overall assembly time. The students additionally took 11th place in the lightness category, and 13th in display. "William Corbine, the Civil and Environmental Technology major who designed the bridge, struck an excellent balance between weight, stiffness and overall constructability," noted Paul D. Hitchman, a faculty member and steel bridge team advisor. The SUNY Canton steel bridge team has won the regional championships a remarkable 12 times in 16 years and accrued a national championship title in 2009. The overall mission of each ASCE Student Steel Bridge challenge is to supplement the education of students in the technology and engineering fields. Students oversee all aspects of the fabrication, assembly and testing of their one-tenth scale model bridge to maximize performance and economy, as a way to apply their comprehensive engineering aptitude. The 2011-2012 SUNY Canton ASCE Steel Bridge Team included:

SUNY Canton students were recently recognized for their outstanding academic accomplishments for the Fall 2011 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:

SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy and the College's deans recently recognized students who excelled academically during the Fall 2010 semester. "It is impressive to see the diversity of students who have succeeded at SUNY Canton," Kennedy said. "Students from all of the over the world and here in New York are represented on the College's honor rolls. Each of these students has demonstrated that they are committed to getting the most out of their career-driven education." 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:

More than 200 students will be awarded for their excellence in academics and community involvement at this year's SUNY Canton Linda L. Fay Honors Convocation. "This is a day celebrating student success both individually and academically," Professor Emeritus Fay said about Honors Convocation. "I'm honored to be able to share it with them." Honors Convocation ceremony will begin at 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, in the Richard W. Miller Campus Center Intramural Gymnasium. All events surrounding Honors Convocation are free and open to the public. Students are slated to receive awards based on their grade point average specific to their year and their program. Students also will be awarded special recognition for service, continuing education, and overall success at SUNY Canton. Among those who will receive awards are:

SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy and the College's deans recently released the honor roll for the Fall 2009 Semester. "I'd like to congratulate each and every one of these scholars," Kennedy said. "Their hard work and dedication will transcend their time at SUNY Canton. Whether they decide to continue their education, seek employment, or start their own business, their commitment to education will benefit them for years to come." 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. Other criteria may determine eligibility for inclusion, including courses taken, credit hours earned, and confidentiality status. For problems or concerns regarding the honors rankings, please call the SUNY Canton Public Relations office, 315.386.7300, or email kie@canton.edu. A complete honors list is available at www.canton.edu. Among those to receive recognition for outstanding academic achievement are:

SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy and the College's deans recently released the honor roll for the Spring 2009 Semester. "Students who achieve the best marks at SUNY Canton typically treat their college education as if it were their career," Kennedy said. "Their hard work and dedication will transcend their time with us and their success is indicative of the outstanding employees and entrepreneurs they will become." 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 honored for academic achievement were:

SUNY Canton students were recently recognized for their academic excellence through their induction into the Lambda Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. Phi Theta Kappa was formed in 1918 and has become the largest and the most prestigious honor society serving associate-level students around the world. As members, students must maintain a high grade point average and stay involved with the community through service-oriented projects. Induction into Phi Theta Kappa is among the highest honors available to undergraduate students. Associate degree students are encouraged to continue their studies in one of SUNY Canton’s bachelor’s degree programs. Among the Spring 2009 inductees were:

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:

SUNY Canton students were recently recognized for their academic excellence through their induction into the Lambda Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. Phi Theta Kappa has recognized academic excellence since 1918 and has become the largest and the most prestigious honor society serving associate-level students around the world. As members, students must maintain a high grade point average and stay involved with the community through service-oriented projects. Among the Fall 2008 inductees were: