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SUNY Morrisville President David Rogers will retire at the end of the academic year, concluding more than a decade of leadership marked by academic growth, expanded programs and campus transformation. Rogers, who became the college’s eighth president in 2015, oversaw the expansion of academic offerings, including new bachelor’s degrees and the college’s first master’s degree programs in food & agribusiness, and project management. 

SUNY Morrisville graduates Harper Callard, of New Hartford, and Ethan Unthank, of Manhattan, have been recognized with the prestigious Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence (CASE), the highest honor bestowed by the State University of New York (SUNY). The award honors students who demonstrate a strong combination of academic excellence integrated with leadership, campus involvement, athletics, community service, the arts, or career achievement.

Ben Scholl keeps a bag in his car packed with three different types of boots, extra sweatshirts and rain gear.   At any moment, the SUNY Morrisville environmental student might find himself in a canoe, trekking through wetlands or digging into the soil to better understand the world beneath his feet. His gear stays close at hand for a reason: in environmental science, learning extends beyond the classroom.   That hands-on approach is already shaping his future in environmental science.  

Inside a SUNY Morrisville welding lab, the hum of machinery blends with the soft hiss of TIG torches. Bright arcs of light flash behind protective shields as students learn a skill that will last a lifetime. During National Welding Month, the college is shining a light on welding as more than just a course requirement. It’s a hands-on experience that equips students with practical, versatile skills they can carry into a wide range of careers. For first-year automotive technology student Alan Silinski, the experience has already made an impression.

Before they even stepped into the national spotlight, SUNY Morrisville’s Dairy Judging Team had already set an ambitious goal: make it to Scotland to compete at one of the world’s premier agricultural shows. Following a standout season competing against the best collegiate teams in the country, their goal is now firmly in sight.

Prospective students are invited to attend Instant Decision Day at the Norwich Campus on Wednesday, April 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This special event offers the opportunity to receive an on the spot admissions decision. Attendees will benefit from a waived application fee and the chance to win a $1,000 scholarship. Representatives from financial aid, advising, nursing, the police academy, and various other academic departments will also be available to answer questions and help future students and families explore funding opportunities.

SUNY Morrisville will celebrate Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, with a day of community service projects and activities that combine creativity and environmental awareness. The annual tradition offers students, faculty and staff an opportunity to give back through sustainability-focused acts of kindness while reinforcing the importance of protecting the environment.

Ella Congdon steps back, surveying the wall she and her classmates have just framed — one section of a house they’re building indoors.   It’s one part of a larger, fully immersive experience that places the SUNY Morrisville residential construction student in every stage of the build, from framing to plumbing, insulation and electrical, as the structure takes shape in the lab.

SUNY Morrisville applied psychology student Delia Adams, of Homer, is among the recipients of SUNY’s prestigious Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for Student Excellence. The award is presented to students in the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and perseverance.

Two SUNY Morrisville students have been honored with prestigious SUNY Student Sustainability Awards for their efforts to advance sustainability on campus. Chancellor John B King Jr. recognized students from across the SUNY system for projects that address climate and sustainability through areas such as research, innovation, environmental justice and campus engagement. The awards provide students with funds to expand their initiatives and engage peers in sustainability efforts.