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Sep 03
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Orientation

A new back to school routine at SUNY Niagara

By News Archive

September 3, 2020

As of Monday, August 31, the fall semester is back in full swing at SUNY Niagara and the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI), though it looks a bit different than past semesters.  COVID-19 forced the College to switch to a fully remote format in March, but the facilities personnel have been working for months to prepare both campuses for the safe return of students.  This means limiting access to buildings through one access point, allowing for tracking of entrants for contact tracing purposes, and the completion of daily health screenings.

For new students, orientation was experienced virtually for some, and for others, it meant wearing masks and sitting six feet apart in line with the mandates from New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo.  In science and culinary labs, individual stations have been created using plexiglass barriers to allow for maximum safety while still allowing full access to the tools and equipment needed to effectively learn.  The campus is visibly vibrant with students walking the halls, though they are wearing masks and eating pre-wrapped meals in the snack bar.

Student Life is still making the most of the “new normal” and offering a full calendar of COVID-friendly socially distanced events on campus and virtual activities for the student body to enjoy.  Welcome week activities included a drive-in movie in one of the campus parking lots and continued with online Trivia, a chalk festival where students showed off their artistic abilities outdoors, and a Chicken Wing Festival where Student Life treated students to lunch outdoors.

Heather Trumble, a Technical Assistant in Student Life notes the importance of these experiences in helping students feel more connected and to build lasting relationships.  “So far the students have been very positive and have been happy to see that there are options both in-person and virtually.  We still have clubs, social activities, and even some community service opportunities for them at this time.”  Trumble also mentions the “Taste of Fallfest” event that is planned in the coming weeks, which is a smaller version of the typical fall activities they offer for the campus community.  While the pandemic may have adjusted the college experience for some, it is not dampening the spirits of students or the opportunities for meaningful engagement and networking outside of the classroom.

Media Contact Information

Sara Harvey
Assistant Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-6220
Email: saharvey@niagaracc.suny.edu

Sep 02
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JCPenney Virtual Suit-Up Event

Dress for Success With SUNY Niagara and JCPenney

By News Archive

September 2, 2020

The SUNY Niagara Alumni Association, the SUNY Niagara Career & Transitional Services Office, and Student Life are teaming up with JCPenney to help you find everything you need for your next job interview or current position during their virtual Suit-Up event. During the virtual shopping event, attendees will receive a 30% discount on all career apparel items including suits, dresses, sport coats, dress pants, shoes, and more! Discounts will also be included on Sephora and Salon products.

Attendees can shop the sale between September 18, 2020 – September 20, 2020. SUNY Niagara alumni, students, employees, friends of the College, and guests are invited to attend this virtual event. For more information on how to receive your 30% discount code, visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/alumni/jcp/.

For any SUNY Niagara students with questions on this event, please contact Casey Button from the Career & Transitional Services Office. Her phone number is 716-614-5957 and her email is cbutton@niagaracc.suny.edu. For all other questions from alumni and friends of SUNY Niagara, please contact the Alumni Office at 716-614-5910 or alumni@niagaracc.suny.edu.

Media Contact Information

Allison Korta
Foundation Assistant Director
Phone: 716-614-6231
Email: akorta@niagaracc.suny.edu

Sep 01
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Katelyn Hurst, Distinguished Student Scholar

SUNY Niagara Foundation Announces Spring 2021 Scholarships Available

By News Archive

September 1, 2020

The SUNY Niagara Foundation Office is offering scholarships for incoming and current part-and-full-time students for the spring 2021 semester.

All applications are due Friday, October 16th, 2020. Available scholarships for the spring 2021 semester include the J. Ward Reid Jr. Memorial Scholarship, the Covanta Community Scholarship, the Nicole M. Argo Memorial Scholarship, and more. Fall 2020 SUNY Niagara scholarship recipient, Jade Li Fruscione, said “I chose to attend SUNY Niagara because of its affordability thanks to the scholarships I received and ease of access. I am currently attending school for nursing and I hope to be able to use my degree to provide quality care to patients in my community.”

To apply for SUNY Niagara scholarships, visit the scholarship website at https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/scholarships/. For more information or any questions, please contact the SUNY Niagara Financial Aid Office at finaid@niagaracc.suny.edu or 716-614-6205.

Media Contact Information

Allison Korta
Foundation Assistant Director
Phone: 716-614-6231
Email: akorta@niagaracc.suny.edu

Aug 28
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Future Leaders Liberty Partnerships Hosts Summer Camps at SUNY Niagara

By News Archive

August 28, 2020

SUNY Niagara is home to one of forty-seven highly successful Liberty Partnerships Programs throughout New York State. Sponsored by a Department of Education Grant, this program currently serves over 280 students in Niagara County. The Future Leaders Liberty Partnerships Program at SUNY Niagara provides year-round college and career planning, mentoring, leadership, service-learning, community engagement, wellness, and social/emotional development to students.

Despite the global pandemic, the Future Leaders Liberty Partnerships at SUNY Niagara safely hosted two virtual summer camps for 40 students. The first camp, designed for teenagers, was a collaborative effort between the Future Leaders Liberty Partnerships Program at SUNY Niagara and the University of Buffalo. Students in grades 9-12 had the opportunity to join the inaugural virtual camp, “Connect 2020: Career Readiness Speaker Series.” The camp focused on helping students develop greater knowledge of career options as they prepare to enter college or the workforce. Students were captivated as they were introduced to numerous guest speakers, including a senior research scientist based in China, a retired local chief of police, and the Director of Economic Development for Erie County. Breakout sessions focused on resiliency, goals, and the effect the pandemic has on their lives. Building relationships with their peers, instructors, and presenters empowered students with both technology and leadership skills to strategically embark on their career paths.

The second camp was created for students in grades 5 through 8 and focused on strengthening literacy. Each student received a care package that included two books, planned activities, and exclusive Liberty Partnerships apparel. Students met weekly via Zoom to participate in roundtable discussions, connect with their peers, and received one-on-one conferencing with their camp facilitators.

The Future Leaders Liberty Partnerships Program at SUNY Niagara is now enrolling new students in grades 6 through 8 who reside within partner school districts of Niagara Falls, Lockport, and Niagara Wheatfield. Please contact Program Director, Jamie Reid, via email at jreid@niagaracc.suny.edu or by phone at (716) 614-6891 to reserve a spot for your student. This program is free and the educational rewards are many.

Media Contact Information

Denyel Beiter
Event Coordinator, Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-5974
Email: dbeiter@niagaracc.suny.edu

Aug 19
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Drone operator

SUNY Niagara Selected for FAA Training Program

By News Archive

August 19, 2020

Today SUNY Niagara announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had selected its Drone Operator Training Program for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems-Collegiate Training Program or the UAS-CTI.

“Offering coveted FAA-accredited drone operator training represents a significant step forward in our campus workforce training initiatives. Through this new partnership, the program will be taken to new heights as participants graduate with industry-recognized credentialing embodying the gold-standard in unmanned aviation of tomorrow.” Karen Kwandrans, Ed.D. AVP, Workforce Development.

The FAA’s UAS-CTI program recognizes institutions that prepare students for careers in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones. To qualify for the initiative, schools must offer a bachelor’s or associate degree in UAS or a degree with a minor, concentration, or certificate in UAS. Schools must provide curriculum covering various aspects of UAS training, including hands-on flight practice, maintenance, uses, applications, privacy concerns, safety, and federal policies concerning UAS.

“Partnering with FAA in Unmanned Aircraft Systems represents the latest in an ongoing effort to position the College at the forefront in aerospace education. We are pleased to be a sole center of excellence in providing this credential for nearly the entire northeastern United States.” – William Murabito, Ph.D. President, SUNY Niagara.

SUNY Niagara, founded in 1962, is a two-year institution of higher education accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is the only public institution of post-secondary education in Niagara County. SUNY Niagara seeks to provide the people of Niagara County and the surrounding area with high quality, affordable education in diverse areas of the curriculum. The institution’s 50 degree and certificate programs are designed to enable its graduates to transfer to four-year degree programs or enter the workforce with skills that will enhance their career opportunities and contribute to the growth of the local economy. The current overall student enrollment at SUNY Niagara is 4,981 students.

Media Contact Information

Barbara DeSimone
Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-5904
Email: desimone@niagaracc.suny.edu

Aug 17
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SBDC Hosts Free Webinar To Assist With Video Marketing

By News Archive

August 17, 2020

The Niagara Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting a free webinar on Thursday, August 20th at 9:00 a.m. titled “Lights! Cameras! Sales!”  This interactive session will provide clients with information on the importance of video and illustrate ways to create engaging content that translates into increased sales.  According to polls done by video company Wyzowl, 74% of people who see a product in action via a demo video will buy it.

To register for this webinar, or find out more about other services offered by the SBDC, visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/sbdc/ or call (716) 210-2515.  The Niagara SBDC remains open remotely through the COVID-19 pandemic, assisting clients over the phone, via email, and in online meetings.

Media Contact Information

Sara Harvey
Assistant Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-6220
Email: saharvey@niagaracc.suny.edu

Aug 12
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Jordyn Bobzien

SUNY Niagara Foundation to Recognize Distinguished Student Scholars

By News Archive

August 12, 2020

The SUNY Niagara Foundation has awarded six new Distinguished Student Scholarship recipients for 2020. This award is the most prestigious scholarship offered by the SUNY Niagara Foundation to incoming freshmen. It provides two years of tuition-free education to deserving students. The individuals were selected based on their academic excellence, service to the community, and dedication to Niagara County.

“I am honored to receive this scholarship,” says Daniel, a 2020 Distinguished Student Scholarship recipient. He continues on to say, “attending SUNY Niagara is a dream come true and I can’t wait to give back to Niagara County with my future career in technology.” Katelyn, another recipient states, “thank you to the generous donors who made this scholarship and opportunity to attend SUNY Niagara possible.”

This year’s recipients include Elijah Alker (Lewiston-Porter), Jordyn Bobzien (Royalton-Hartland), Daniel Burns (North Tonawanda), Angelina Emmons (Lockport), Katelyn Hurst (Lewiston-Porter), and Ashley Kopacz (Lockport).

The 2020 Distinguished Student Scholarship recipients will be showcased at the annual SUNY Niagara Foundation Scholarship Gala. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, the Gala, originally scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2020, at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, has been postponed until spring 2021. No official date has been set at this time.

During the 2019-2020 academic year, over $175,000 was awarded to nearly 200 deserving students. Please visit the SUNY Niagara website at www.niagaracc.suny.edu/scholarships for a full listing of available scholarships. The deadline to apply for spring 2020 is Friday, October 16, 2020.

If you have any questions or for more information, please contact Barbara DeSimone, Assistant Vice President of Institutional Advancement at desimone@niagaracc.suny.edu, call 716-614-5910, or visit http://niagaracc.suny.edu/foundation/.

Media Contact Information

Allison Korta
Foundation Assistant Director
Phone: 716-614-6231
Email: akorta@niagaracc.suny.edu

Aug 11
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Retired SUNY Niagara Professor Gail Tylec

SUNY Niagara’s Tylec receives statewide recognition

By News Archive

August 11, 2020

Professor Gail Tylec has shown dedication to SUNY Niagara since she graduated from the institution in 1980 with her Associate in Arts Degree.  She was hired by the College not long after in 1988 when she began a career spanning 32 years.  Tylec retired this summer from her role as a Professor of Dietetic Studies, for which she was recently recognized by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Inc. (NYS AHPERD).

In July Tylec was selected as the Western Zone’s Higher Education Teacher of the Year by the NYS AHPERD.  She received this award based upon a nomination from a colleague who noted her extraordinary teaching ability and the impact on students and staff alike.  The award highlights Tylec’s commitment to providing a quality and comprehensive physical and health education program that enables students to engage in healthy and physically active lifestyles.  Following this recognition, Tylec will present her innovative ideas through the organizational newsletter and presentations at regional events.

Media Contact Information

Sara Harvey
Assistant Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-6220
Email: saharvey@niagaracc.suny.edu

Jul 28
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Student Maurice Jackson views the new SUNY Niagara website

SUNY Niagara launches new website

By News Archive

July 28, 2020

SUNY Niagara is busy preparing for the fall semester, which will include enhanced online offerings for students who prefer to stay at home to continue their studies.  In a time when online technology is increasingly important, SUNY Niagara is also planning to launch a brand new website on Saturday, August 1.  While the website has been in the works for over a year, the past few months have proven how important it is to provide updated, accessible content that is easy to navigate.

Features of the new website include more cohesive, consistent branding throughout with clearer paths to departmental information and campus resources.  More efficient navigation has been implemented to allow for audience-specific content to be accessed by current students, potential students, family members of students, faculty and staff, and community members.  Additionally, visitors to the site can enjoy one-click connectivity to SUNY Niagara social media pages and they can access a feedback form to provide input to assist in future improvements.

To celebrate the launch of the new site, an online scavenger hunt is planned starting on Monday, August 3, and running through Friday, August 7.  Participants in the scavenger hunt are entered to win an SUNY Niagara branded prize pack.  To find out more about the contest and view the new website, visit http://niagaracc.suny.edu/.

Media Contact Information

Sara Harvey
Assistant Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-6220
Email: saharvey@niagaracc.suny.edu

Jul 21
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SBDC offers free eCommerce webinar

By News Archive

July 21, 2020

On Wednesday, July 29th, the Niagara Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will present two live webinars focusing on eCommerce for small business success.  Attendees will learn how to capture first page rankings on Google, create effective landing pages that convert into sales, target customers with Google Ads, Google Shopping, and Google Local and explore online marketplaces including Amazon.  The webinar will explore a step-by-step eCommerce success story with Falconer Electronics, and a question and answer period will be provided.

Those interested in learning more may sign up to participate in one of two webinars to be held live via the links below:

9:00 a.m. session: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6477394931430441485

1:00 p.m. session: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1475120601375342349

This programming is provided free of charge through a grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation.

The Niagara SBDC remains open remotely through the COVID-19 pandemic, assisting clients over the phone, via email, and in online meetings.  For more information on the webinars or how the Niagara SBDC can assist you, and to get details on the COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund, call 716-210-2515 or visit http://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/sbdc/

Media Contact Information

Sara Harvey
Assistant Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-6220
Email: saharvey@niagaracc.suny.edu