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National Search Underway for SUNY Niagara’s Eighth President

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December 21, 2023

Sanborn, NY – SUNY Niagara has announced the launch of a national search for its eighth president, who will succeed Dr. William Murabito upon his retirement on June 30, 2024. The college’s board of trustees has appointed Kevin Clark, chair of the SUNY Niagara board of trustees, to lead the search. Rounding out the search committee are:

  • Kaelyn Ashton-Wells, SUNY Niagara student
  • Lindsey Bax, faculty member
  • Josh Blumberg, assistant vice president of academic affairs
  • Michael Capizzi, community member
  • William Ching’anda, SUNY Niagara College Association board member
  • Matthew Clarcq, faculty member
  • Louis Fontana, student housing board member
  • Michael Freedman, community member
  • Gregory Hood, community member
  • Veda Jauch, SUNY Niagara student
  • Stephen Kydd, technical support personnel association representative
  • Jean Linn, library director
  • Elizabeth Sachs, SUNY Niagara Faculty Senate president
  • Laura Scarpelli, faculty member
  • Sheila Smith, SUNY Niagara trustee
  • Shawn Thompson, alumnus
  • James Turner, SUNY Niagara Foundation board president
  • Gail Tylec, SUNY Niagara trustee
  • Kelly Walck, educational support personnel association representative
  • Rebecca Wydysh, Niagara County Legislature chair

The committee will work in conjunction with search firm RH Perry & Associates and will adhere to the SUNY presidential search policy guidelines. The search committee represents the diversity found in the SUNY Niagara community.

The college expects to complete its presidential search in April 2024. Dr. Murabito will be available to facilitate the transition, introduce the new president to the campus and support the new leader through their first months in office.

Dr. Murabito became the institution’s seventh president in 2019 after having served in an interim role for two years. Under his leadership, SUNY Niagara has seen substantial upgrades to campus facilities. He directed completion of the $25 million Learning Commons, which is a focal point of academic and social activity, in 2018. Recently the college broke ground on an $8.3 million building to house the Niagara County Law Enforcement Agency’s programs.

Information and timeline information regarding the search will be periodically updated at niagaracc.suny.edu.

Sanborn, NY – SUNY Niagara has announced the launch of a national search for its eighth president, who will succeed Dr. William Murabito upon his retirement on June 30, 2024. The college’s board of trustees has appointed Kevin Clark, chair of the SUNY Niagara board of trustees, to lead the search. Rounding out the search committee are:

  • Kaelyn Ashton-Wells, SUNY Niagara student
  • Lindsey Bax, faculty member
  • Josh Blumberg, assistant vice president of academic affairs
  • Michael Capizzi, community member
  • William Ching’anda, SUNY Niagara College Association board member
  • Matthew Clarcq, faculty member
  • Louis Fontana, student housing board member
  • Michael Freedman, community member
  • Gregory Hood, community member
  • Veda Jauch, SUNY Niagara student
  • Stephen Kydd, technical support personnel association representative
  • Jean Linn, library director
  • Elizabeth Sachs, SUNY Niagara Faculty Senate president
  • Laura Scarpelli, faculty member
  • Sheila Smith, SUNY Niagara trustee
  • Shawn Thompson, alumnus
  • James Turner, SUNY Niagara Foundation board president
  • Gail Tylec, SUNY Niagara trustee
  • Kelly Walck, educational support personnel association representative
  • Rebecca Wydysh, Niagara County Legislature chair

The committee will work in conjunction with search firm RH Perry & Associates and will adhere to the SUNY presidential search policy guidelines. The search committee represents the diversity found in the SUNY Niagara community.

The college expects to complete its presidential search in April 2024. Dr. Murabito will be available to facilitate the transition, introduce the new president to the campus and support the new leader through their first months in office.

Dr. Murabito became the institution’s seventh president in 2019 after having served in an interim role for two years. Under his leadership, SUNY Niagara has seen substantial upgrades to campus facilities. He directed completion of the $25 million Learning Commons, which is a focal point of academic and social activity, in 2018. Recently the college broke ground on an $8.3 million building to house the Niagara County Law Enforcement Agency’s programs.

Information and timeline information regarding the search will be periodically updated at niagaracc.suny.edu.

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Jun 21
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SUNY Niagara PRESIDENT ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

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June 21, 2023

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito announced his intent to retire next year at the college’s board of trustees meeting today. Dr. Murabito, who became the institution’s seventh president in 2019 after having served in an interim role for two years, will retire on June 30, 2024.

“I have appreciated the great privilege of working in such a welcoming community,” said Murabito. “Our board of trustees, the Niagara County Legislature, the state officials who represent our region in Albany and, of course, the campus community—everyone around this institution—has made it the educational, economic and cultural centerpiece that it is today. Contributing to what always has been and always will be a collective effort is a highlight of my professional life.”

A longtime leader within SUNY, Murabito’s previous positions include interim president at SUNY Cobleskill, Sullivan County Community College and SUNY Morrisville. He also has held the position of chief executive officer at Rockland Community College. Between 1983 and 2002, Murabito worked within SUNY system administration in Albany in roles including associate vice chancellor of academic affairs, executive director for university technology colleges and as associate and assistant vice chancellor for university life.  Murabito is particularly proud of his vice-presidential role in helping to establish SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Marcy/Utica, NY.

“When I exit SUNY Niagara next year, I will have worked at various SUNY settings for 58 years,” said Murabito. “SUNY remains a champion of providing opportunities for millions of students who have received a first-class education from the visionary leadership within SUNY and state and local government. I benefitted from a SUNY education and hopefully I have been able to pay it forward through my service. Now, I look forward to my final year as I transition to the next exciting journey of life.”

Niagara County Legislature Chairman Becky Wydysh said that she has enjoyed working with Murabito.

“Since day one, President Murabito’s calm, steady leadership has made him an excellent partner,” said Wydysh. “He will be missed, but his legacy, an unwavering advocacy for students’ success, will surely remain.”

SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees Chair Jason Cafarella, who accepted Murabito’s letter of intent to retire, said that the president’s impact is evident in the college’s graduation rate and its graduates’ earnings.

“For SUNY Niagara to have both the best graduation rate among community colleges in SUNY and the highest median earning among graduates of two-year schools in the region is remarkable,” said Cafarella. “No college reaches this point without a vision for excellence and the knowledge and skill to make that vision a reality.”

Among Murabito’s key accomplishments at SUNY Niagara is the update of the campus facilities. In 2018, he directed completion of the $25 million Learning Commons, which is a focal point of academic and social activity. Recently the college finalized plans to build an $8.3 million building to house the Niagara County Law Enforcement Agency’s programs. Ground breaking for that project is expected this summer. Murabito’s vison for the campus has been to create a center for education for the Niagara community, a campus that is welcoming to all citizens and equipped to present education that is second to none in preparing students for jobs or transfer.

Expanding access to education has been another priority for Murabito. During his tenure, SUNY Niagara has become a regional leader in course flexibility, dedicating resources to online and multi-modal learning. In May of this year, the college launched a pilot program teaching general education courses to inmates at the Niagara County jail this summer. Recently the college began recruiting adult learners to SUNY Niagara at Night, a program that, beginning this fall, will offer 16 degree and certificate programs and student support services and dining options during evening hours.

Outside of higher education, Murabito has been active in many organizations at the regional and state levels. He is a member of the New York State Commission on National and Community Services, serving as its chairman from 1994-2007. He also served on the New York Special Olympics Board of Directors from 1984-2004, chairing that organization from 1991-1997.  Murabito is an active member of the Niagara USA Chamber.  He is especially pleased with the relationship SUNY Niagara developed with Niagara University.

Murabito received Volunteer of the Year for the City of Albany for his work as chair of Albany’s Promise. He was a Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award in 1998 from the State University College at Buffalo.

Murabito holds a doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Illinois, a master’s degree in student personnel and guidance from SUNY Albany and a bachelor’s degree from the State University College at Buffalo.

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito announced his intent to retire next year at the college’s board of trustees meeting today. Dr. Murabito, who became the institution’s seventh president in 2019 after having served in an interim role for two years, will retire on June 30, 2024.

“I have appreciated the great privilege of working in such a welcoming community,” said Murabito. “Our board of trustees, the Niagara County Legislature, the state officials who represent our region in Albany and, of course, the campus community—everyone around this institution—has made it the educational, economic and cultural centerpiece that it is today. Contributing to what always has been and always will be a collective effort is a highlight of my professional life.”

A longtime leader within SUNY, Murabito’s previous positions include interim president at SUNY Cobleskill, Sullivan County Community College and SUNY Morrisville. He also has held the position of chief executive officer at Rockland Community College. Between 1983 and 2002, Murabito worked within SUNY system administration in Albany in roles including associate vice chancellor of academic affairs, executive director for university technology colleges and as associate and assistant vice chancellor for university life.  Murabito is particularly proud of his vice-presidential role in helping to establish SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Marcy/Utica, NY.

“When I exit SUNY Niagara next year, I will have worked at various SUNY settings for 58 years,” said Murabito. “SUNY remains a champion of providing opportunities for millions of students who have received a first-class education from the visionary leadership within SUNY and state and local government. I benefitted from a SUNY education and hopefully I have been able to pay it forward through my service. Now, I look forward to my final year as I transition to the next exciting journey of life.”

Niagara County Legislature Chairman Becky Wydysh said that she has enjoyed working with Murabito.

“Since day one, President Murabito’s calm, steady leadership has made him an excellent partner,” said Wydysh. “He will be missed, but his legacy, an unwavering advocacy for students’ success, will surely remain.”

SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees Chair Jason Cafarella, who accepted Murabito’s letter of intent to retire, said that the president’s impact is evident in the college’s graduation rate and its graduates’ earnings.

“For SUNY Niagara to have both the best graduation rate among community colleges in SUNY and the highest median earning among graduates of two-year schools in the region is remarkable,” said Cafarella. “No college reaches this point without a vision for excellence and the knowledge and skill to make that vision a reality.”

Among Murabito’s key accomplishments at SUNY Niagara is the update of the campus facilities. In 2018, he directed completion of the $25 million Learning Commons, which is a focal point of academic and social activity. Recently the college finalized plans to build an $8.3 million building to house the Niagara County Law Enforcement Agency’s programs. Ground breaking for that project is expected this summer. Murabito’s vison for the campus has been to create a center for education for the Niagara community, a campus that is welcoming to all citizens and equipped to present education that is second to none in preparing students for jobs or transfer.

Expanding access to education has been another priority for Murabito. During his tenure, SUNY Niagara has become a regional leader in course flexibility, dedicating resources to online and multi-modal learning. In May of this year, the college launched a pilot program teaching general education courses to inmates at the Niagara County jail this summer. Recently the college began recruiting adult learners to SUNY Niagara at Night, a program that, beginning this fall, will offer 16 degree and certificate programs and student support services and dining options during evening hours.

Outside of higher education, Murabito has been active in many organizations at the regional and state levels. He is a member of the New York State Commission on National and Community Services, serving as its chairman from 1994-2007. He also served on the New York Special Olympics Board of Directors from 1984-2004, chairing that organization from 1991-1997.  Murabito is an active member of the Niagara USA Chamber.  He is especially pleased with the relationship SUNY Niagara developed with Niagara University.

Murabito received Volunteer of the Year for the City of Albany for his work as chair of Albany’s Promise. He was a Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award in 1998 from the State University College at Buffalo.

Murabito holds a doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Illinois, a master’s degree in student personnel and guidance from SUNY Albany and a bachelor’s degree from the State University College at Buffalo.

 

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito

SUNY Niagara President William Murabito

 

 

 

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Director of Public Relations and Event Management
Phone: 716-614-2880 | 716-431-3973
Email: hlegg@niagaracc.suny.edu

May 16
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More than 250 Graduates Participated in SUNY Niagara’s 58th Commencement

By News Archive

May 16, 2022

SUNY Trustee Eunice Lewin and newly inaugurated President William J. Murabito

SUNY Trustee Eunice Lewin and newly inaugurated President William J. Murabito at the 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara.

The 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara took place on Saturday, May 14 at the Sanborn campus. More than 250 students crossed the stage to receive their degree.

State University of New York (SUNY) Trustee Eunice Lewin delivered the keynote address to graduates. Ms. Lewin used her years of community-minded social work to deliver insightful words of encouragement to graduates. She shared, “Our focus is on serving the underserved who overcome, and I see so many students whose stories changed from the combination of the foundation of SUNY accessibility upon which they built skyscrapers of academic excellence.”

SUNY Niagara graduates

Graduates participate in the 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara on Saturday, May 14, 2022.

In addition to serving on the SUNY Board of Trustees, Ms. Lewin also contributes to the board’s Executive Committee and the committees for academic affairs, communications and external affairs, community colleges, and academic medical centers and hospitals. Furthermore, Trustee Lewin is a member of the Hispanic Women’s League and the Greater Buffalo Racial Equity Roundtable.

This commencement ceremony was especially unique as Dr. William J. Murabito was officially inaugurated as the seventh president of SUNY Niagara. Dr. Murabito began as interim president for the college in 2017. He was elected permanently in November 2019. The inauguration was delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Following the ceremony, graduates and loved ones enjoyed an outdoor celebration with refreshments, photo stations, and a live DJ.

SUNY Niagara is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York, the largest public university system in the country. The College provides more than 50 certificate and degree programs and is funded by the Niagara County Legislature, the State University of New York, and student tuition.

The 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara took place on Saturday, May 14 at the Sanborn campus. More than 250 students crossed the stage to receive their degree.

State University of New York (SUNY) Trustee Eunice Lewin delivered the keynote address to graduates. Ms. Lewin used her years of community-minded social work to deliver insightful words of encouragement to graduates. She shared, “Our focus is on serving the underserved who overcome, and I see so many students whose stories changed from the combination of the foundation of SUNY accessibility upon which they built skyscrapers of academic excellence.”

In addition to serving on the SUNY Board of Trustees, Ms. Lewin also contributes to the board’s Executive Committee and the committees for academic affairs, communications and external affairs, community colleges, and academic medical centers and hospitals. Furthermore, Trustee Lewin is a member of the Hispanic Women’s League and the Greater Buffalo Racial Equity Roundtable.

This commencement ceremony was especially unique as Dr. William J. Murabito was officially inaugurated as the seventh president of SUNY Niagara. Dr. Murabito began as interim president for the college in 2017. He was elected permanently in November 2019. The inauguration was delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Following the ceremony, graduates and loved ones enjoyed an outdoor celebration with refreshments, photo stations, and a live DJ.

SUNY Niagara is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York, the largest public university system in the country. The College provides more than 50 certificate and degree programs and is funded by the Niagara County Legislature, the State University of New York, and student tuition.

 

SUNY Trustee Eunice Lewin and newly inaugurated President William J. Murabito

SUNY Trustee Eunice Lewin and newly inaugurated President William J. Murabito at the 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara.

 

SUNY Niagara graduates

Graduates participate in the 58th annual commencement ceremony at SUNY Niagara on Saturday, May 14, 2022.

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Barbara M. DeSimone
Director of Public Relations
Phone: 716-614-5904
Email: DeSimone@niagaracc.suny.edu

Jan 12
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SUNY Niagara President Challenges Massasoit Community College President to Friendly Wager for Buffalo Bills Playoff Game

By News Archive

January 12, 2022

Virtual meeting between SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito and Massasoit Community College President Ray DiPasquale to discuss wager for the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots playoff game.

Virtual meeting between SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito and Massasoit Community College President Ray DiPasquale to discuss wager for the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots playoff game.

Via a Zoom meeting on Wednesday morning, SUNY Niagara President, William J. Murabito challenged Massasoit Community College President, Ray DiPasquale to a friendly wager on the outcome of the playoff game between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots this Saturday, January 15.  Massasoit Community College is located deep in New England Patriots’ territory in Brockton, Massachusetts.  President DiPasquale logged into the virtual meeting wearing a Patriots hat with a custom background featuring the Patriots Super Bowl banners.  Not one to be outdone, President Murabito confidently sported a Buffalo Bills hat in support of the hometown team and made a wager of chocolate orange sponge candy handcrafted by students at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, a division of SUNY Niagara.

This Western New York specialty will be sent to Massasoit in the event the Bills lose on Saturday, though President Murabito taunted, “I don’t expect a need to send those to you.”  Amused by the comment, President DiPasquale gestured to the Patriots background behind him saying, “See those championship banners?”  Noting the confidence he had in the rookie quarterback of the Patriots, he offered gourmet chocolates created by students in the Massasoit culinary program as his part of the wager in the case a New England Patriots defeat on Saturday night.  Certain of a Buffalo Bills victory, President Murabito announced, “We are looking forward to those chocolates!”

One thing both presidents agreed upon is that it would be a great game between the two rival teams.  While the weather forecast is expected to be incredibly cold in Buffalo for the game, the sweet wager between the two colleges is just an example of the warmth of the fans behind each team.

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

Oct 20
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SUNY Niagara President Signs Three-Year Contract

By News Archive

October 20, 2021

SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito

SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito

At the Board’s October meeting, Jason J. Cafarella, chairman of the SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees, announced that SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito signed a three-year contract to serve as college president until 2024.

“We are very pleased with the leadership of Dr. Murabito during these challenging times,” said Cafarella. “The new contract represents the Board’s unanimous and unwavering confidence in President Murabito and the trajectory of the college.”

Murabito was appointed president of SUNY Niagara in December 2019 after serving as interim president since September of 2017.  Murabito has held the role of Interim President at SUNY Cobleskill in 2002, Sullivan County Community College in 2011, and SUNY Morrisville in 2013, and as CEO/Officer-in-Charge at Rockland Community College in 2003.  Murabito has also held several positions at SUNY System Administration between 1983 and 2002.

“I am pleased to have the opportunity to continue to contribute to SUNY Niagara’s growth and prosperity as we enter into its 60th anniversary year,” said Murabito. “SUNY Niagara is a very special place.”

At the Board’s October meeting, Jason J. Cafarella, chairman of the SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees, announced that SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito signed a three-year contract to serve as college president until 2024.

“We are very pleased with the leadership of Dr. Murabito during these challenging times,” said Cafarella. “The new contract represents the Board’s unanimous and unwavering confidence in President Murabito and the trajectory of the college.”

Murabito was appointed president of SUNY Niagara in December 2019 after serving as interim president since September of 2017.  Murabito has held the role of Interim President at SUNY Cobleskill in 2002, Sullivan County Community College in 2011, and SUNY Morrisville in 2013, and as CEO/Officer-in-Charge at Rockland Community College in 2003.  Murabito has also held several positions at SUNY System Administration between 1983 and 2002.

“I am pleased to have the opportunity to continue to contribute to SUNY Niagara’s growth and prosperity as we enter into its 60th anniversary year,” said Murabito. “SUNY Niagara is a very special place.”

SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito

SUNY Niagara President William J. Murabito

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

Jun 02
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President Murabito Sends Statement to SUNY Niagara Community On Death of George Floyd

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June 2, 2020

SUNY Niagara President Dr. William J. Murabito has issued a statement to employees and students about the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and protests across the nation. His email letter reads as follows:

“Dear SUNY Niagara Community,

This past week, we witnessed another appalling act of violence against a person of color in the police officer’s involvement in the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Our hearts go out to Mr. Floyd’s family and to the many others whose lives he touched. This incident has raised profound and troubling questions about violence and social inequity in our society — issues that are critical for us to explore, teach about, research, study, and find a way to comprehend in our individual lives.   Although this senseless act was committed halfway across the country it seems to have affected everyone, including our campus community.  It is a reminder to us all that these unfortunate events can happen in any city and community.  

While we all are experiencing pain, anger and frustration over this terrible incident, we must remember the importance of keeping protests peaceful so that we can communicate our thoughts effectively and gain awareness.  Destructive action only serves to detract from the issues at hand.  In the SUNY Niagara mission statement, one of our institutional learning outcomes is that “SUNY Niagara graduates should demonstrate global awareness, civic engagement, appreciation of differences and diversity, civility, ethics, and aesthetics.”  I am confident during these dark days, we will show our commitment to this core value, and support healing, meaningful action, and working together for a better tomorrow.”

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

Mar 09
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Murabito Sends Message to SUNY Niagara Community on Coronavirus

By News Archive

March 9, 2020

SUNY Niagara President Dr. William J. Murabito has issued a statement to employees and students on the rapidly evolving coronavirus outbreak and how the College was taking proactive measures in dealing with situation. His email letter reads as follows:

Dear SUNY Niagara Community,

Because of the recent outbreak of a novel strain of coronavirus (2019-nCoV), SUNY Niagara is monitoring the situation carefully and is taking proactive measures to ensure the health and safety of all members of the SUNY Niagara family.  As of today, there have been no reports of any members of the campus or local community contracting the coronavirus disease.

            Earlier this week, SUNY Chancellor Kristina Johnson announced the suspension of study abroad programs in China, Italy, Japan, Iran and South Korea, all of which have been issued a Level 2 or 3 travel notice from the CDC.  Currently, we do not have any SUNY Niagara students participating in any study abroad programs.

SUNY has also canceled campus-sponsored travel outside of the United States to impacted countries for the spring semester.  If you are planning to travel internationally over spring recess, I strongly encourage you to review the latest information on travel advisories at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html.  Because the coronavirus situation is rapidly changing and impacting a growing number of countries, please be aware travelers may not be able to easily return to the U.S. and to campus.

            The College has an established Coronavirus/Pandemic Response Planning Ad Hoc Committee that has representation from all areas of the College. The team is in contact with Niagara County health department officials, local emergency response personnel, as well as SUNY.

            For our part, the College has purchased additional disinfectant products to be used on all touch surfaces (e.g., tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures), and custodians have been instructed to focus on these areas while cleaning to help provide a germ free environment.  In addition, new freestanding dispensers of hand sanitizers have been ordered and will be allocated to various locations across campus.

            While there is currently no vaccine to prevent this virus, these simple steps can help stop the spread of this and other respiratory viruses:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Additional information about the virus can be found at https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/

            If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Wellness Center at 716-614-6275

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and follow the guidance of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Niagara County Department of Health, and the State University of New York (SUNY). 

            Please know that the health and safety of our campus community remain our highest priority. We will keep you updated on any new developments.

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

Jan 09
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SUNY Niagara President Dr. William J. Murabito Reacts to Governor Cuomo’s 2020 State of the State Address

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January 9, 2020

“At SUNY Niagara we are very excited about Governor Cuomo’s vision for the future of higher education in New York State announced yesterday during his 2020 State of the State Address.  His proposal to expand the Excelsior Scholarship program will not only increase access to SUNY Niagara but make it possible for students to move directly into the workforce or to transfer to 4-year public or private institutions with lower debt.”

Nov 27
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Dr. William J. Murabito as the seventh President of SUNY Niagara

Murabito Praised as Permanent SUNY Niagara President

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November 27, 2019

Dr. William J. Murabito is set to become the seventh president of SUNY Niagara and one of the final steps was the approval of his contract by the SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees at the meeting held last night.  The State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Dr.  Murabito as president on November 20 at their SUNY Trustee meeting in Albany, effective December 1, 2019.

For the past two years, Dr. Murabito has served as interim president of SUNY Niagara.

Dr. Murabito, whose educational career spans more than 50 years, was selected following a national search that began in September.

“Throughout the search process, there was a focus on collaboration and finding a candidate who could move the college forward,” said Trustee Gina Virtuoso, SUNY Niagara Finance Chair and Co-Chair of the Presidential Search Committee. “With Dr. Murabito’s background and experience, he has already accomplished so much.  I am excited to see what the future will bring for SUNY Niagara.”

Other community leaders commented on Dr. Murabito’s appointment:

Assemblyman Angelo J. Morinello (R, C, I, Ref-Niagara Falls) praised Dr. Murabito’ s appointment as President of SUNY Niagara, “Dr. Murabito’ s dedication and experience cultivating community partnerships will prove invaluable at addressing the workforce challenges facing our region.”

Wm. Keith McNall, Chairman of the Niagara County Legislature, commented, “I believe Dr. Murabito will provide a dedicated commitment in bringing state of the art educational opportunities to SUNY Niagara and as such will broaden curriculum and increase enrollment.”  “The implementation of the STEM Center project that Dr. Murabito brought to the Niagara County Legislature for review and consideration would be a great move forward for SUNY Niagara, for future students, and for the residents of Niagara County.”

“Dr. Murabito is recognized as a collaborative and inspiring leader and these skills are precisely what we need in the next president of SUNY Niagara,” said Paul A. Dyster, Mayor of Niagara Falls, NY.  “He brings a depth and breadth of experience in higher education to lead SUNY Niagara into the future.”

Town of Cambria Supervisor Wright H. Ellis said Dr. Murabito plays a vital role in facilitating support for the STEM Center Project at SUNY Niagara in Niagara County and in Albany.  “Additionally, his tenure as Interim President has enriched the citizens of Niagara County and the Town of Cambria, as well as the SUNY Niagara family.” “I look forward to him continuing his exemplary contribution to our community life,” Ellis said.”

Nov 20
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Dr. William J. Murabito as the seventh President of SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara Names New President

By News Archive

November 20, 2019

The State University of New York Board of Trustees in conjunction with the Board of Trustees of SUNY Niagara today announced the appointment of Dr. William J. Murabito as the seventh President of the institution.

For the past two years, Dr. Murabito has served as interim president for SUNY Niagara. In his capacity as interim, Dr. Murabito developed and executed an action plan for the campus including successful regional accreditation from Middle States and program accreditation for nursing and surgical technology.

SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees Chairman William L. Ross said the SUNY Niagara Board of Trustees looks forward to continuing working with Dr. Murabito.  “Since the beginning of his interim role as president in fall 2017, Dr. Murabito brought stability to the SUNY Niagara campus by negotiating a contract for faculty, redesigning the role of the College Association, and the laying the foundation for the STEM Center funding,”  Ross said.  “Dr. Murabito has proven to be a collaborative, strategic leader and we are confident that he will continue to provide strong leadership to SUNY Niagara going forward.”

Dr. Murabito’s appointment is effective December 1, 2019.

About Dr. William J. Murabito

Dr. Murabito served several SUNY institutions as interim president including SUNY Morrisville, SUNY Sullivan, SUNY Cobleskill, as well as leading as chief executive office and officer in charge for Rockland Community College. He also held positions as vice president for student affairs and enrollment management and director of admissions at SUNYIT (now SUNY Polytechnic Institute); director of counseling services at Alfred State College; director of development at Parkland College in Illinois, and director of financial aid at Mohawk Valley Community College.

Dr. Murabito earned his doctorate in Philosophy in Higher Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, IL; a Master of Science in Student Personnel and Guidance from the University at Albany; and a earned his bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State College.