Testimonials

Tyler graduated in May 2022 with a bachelor's degree in agricultural business development. He also earned an associate degree in agricultural science from SUNY Morrisville. His goal is to attend veterinary college.

Mikaela is a May 2022 graduate, receiving a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business development. Upon graduation, she will continue working as a sales and marketing representative for Fastline Marketing Group. Fastline is the innovative customer resource and marketing partner of choice for the agricultural community. As a member of the Inside Sales team, Mikaela is working to establish new business and bring marketing solutions to agribusinesses across the nation.

Tweh Johnson, from Staten Island, is a cannabis studies student completing his 15-credit internship with SUNY Morrisville’s Four Seasons Farm and Spader Greenhouse. Tweh is assisting with growing, harvesting, financial management and research of vegetables, herbs, and hemp operations. He currently works at the college’s aquaponics, hydroponics and fish hatchery operations.

Emma will complete a 12-week formal internship this summer with Farm Credit East in Burrville, New York. In her position, Emma will work closely with many different offices within Farm Credit East, learning about  financial services, crop insurance, appraisals and agricultural lending.

Courtney will complete a 12-week, four-credit internship with Ditlevsdal Bison Farm in Morud, Denmark, which includes learning about farm’s diverse agricultural businesses that includes the Bison, a restaurant, agritourism, and bed and breakfast. She will specifically learn about international trade, farm management and have the opportunity to travel.

Carrie will complete her final 15-week internship with Madison-Oneida BOCES in Verona, New York, as a teaching assistant for the equine and animal science program. In her position, Carrie will work with junior and senior high school students from local school districts. She will assist the main instructors with developing and implementing barn and classroom lesson plans and also assist with grading and supervising lab activities.

Janet will complete her final 15-week internship at Clarkesfield Dairy Farm in New Zealand! The farm has 750 cows milked through a 50-cow bail rotary with cup removers, pro-track and automatic teat sprayer. Her internship includes milking, setting up break fences in the paddocks and bringing cows to and from the cowshed. She will also assist with animal health, treating mastitis and potentially lame cows, weed control and some tractor work.

Cuyler is completing a 15-credit internship with Farm Credit East, Claverack, New York branch. In his position, Cuyler is learning about crop insurance, financial services, appraisals and agricultural lending. Cuyler will graduate with his bachelor’s degree in agricultural business development in September 2022. His future plans are to work as an agronomy salesperson or crop insurance agent.

Brenna will complete a 15-credit internship with Trinity Valley Dairy in East Homer, New York. Working closely with the processing team, she will learn food safety and how to make cheese curds and different flavors of milk. Brenna will graduate with her bachelor's degree in agricultural business development in December 2022. Her future plans are to open an on-farm processing plant back on her home farm in Marathon, New York.

Nursing B.S. faculty and students talk about the online program and how it is helping them take the next step in their nursing careers.

Associate Professor Mark Blakeslee of the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus demonstrates our state-of-the-art Laser Shot law enforcement simulator to interact, process and evaluate life-like simulations that a person employed in law enforcement might experience.

The Healthcare Office Coordinator program really prepared me. I was employed in my chosen field within one month of graduating thanks to the program and the experience it gave me. My professors were helpful, knowledgeable, and caring. The online classes were great because of the quality and flexibility they provided. There was so much support available for me whenever I needed it.

Students in Associate Professor Phil Hofmeyer’s classes are hands-in creating clear energy systems on campus and in the community. This ground-mounted solar array at our Aquaculture Center will be used for educational purposes and to offset electricity costs. Three classes were involved in the project from initial concept to design and installation.

A short description of SUNY Morrisville's Albino Brown and Tiger Trout Production by Sophomore Tom Tracy.

A guided tour and explanation of SUNY Morrisville's Aquaponics Greenhouse (CEA) by Sophomore Tom Tracy.

Assistant Professor Elisa Livengood shows us how students at SUNY Morrisville strip egg and milt from brook trout for breeding.

When I started in the human services program, I decided that my passion is to help upstate farm families. My goals are ambitious; I want to create a resource center for agriculture in Chenango County and surrounding areas.

Morrisville has been known to prepare strong nurses. Faculty teach you how to think critically by combining your education with reasoning so that you can come up with a solution that most benefits your patient. This amazing college has been life-changing for me.

I can’t say enough great things about this program. Hands-on. Hands-on. Hands-on. If you or someone you know is looking for a college with an equine program, I strongly encourage looking into Morrisville! The professors truly care about you and want to help you succeed! I felt very prepared to go out into the field and start a career in the horse world! (Which has ultimately, in a very indirect way, led me to where I am today, two semesters away from my master's.)

Being able to stay here two semesters for an internship has definitely helped me. When I leave Morrisville, I don’t feel like I will struggle to get a job. Morrisville is definitely the place to be if you want a hands-on learning experience.

For our Women in Agriculture Business series, we caught up with Kayla Heineman at her farm stand in Wolcott, NY. A 2019 graduate of SUNY Morrisville, Kayla is a sales consultant for TIMAC AGRO USA and is also the owner/operator of Kay's Farm Stand.

For our Women in Agriculture Business series, alumna Maryellen Wiley visited the SUNY Morrisville campus to talk to us about her exciting career as a woman in ag business. Maryellen is an AG in the Classroom Educator and a Project Coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Extension in Oneida County.

As part of our Women in Agriculture Business series, Julia Wisner visited the SUNY Morrisville campus to talk to us about her exciting career as a woman in ag business. Julia is the USDA County Executive Director for Lewis County.

For our Women in Agriculture Business series, alumna Katie Schultes visited the SUNY Morrisville campus to talk to us about her exciting career as a woman in ag business. Katie is currently a Branch Operations Associate for Farm Credit East in Cooperstown, NY.

As part of our Women in Agriculture Business series, alumna Janet Hanehan visited the SUNY Morrisville campus to talk to us about her exciting career as a woman in ag business. Janet is currently a Crop Consultant for Nutrien Ag Solutions.

I chose Morrisville for the exceptional agriculture programs. SUNY Morrisville is such a great place for people wanting to further their understanding of the agriculture industry. I highly recommend the college for the many clubs, including the collegiate FFA! I plan to become an agriculture teacher. I will teach the next generations about why food and agriculture are important to society.

I chose Morrisville for the hands-on learning, small class size and to be around other students who wanted to learn more about agriculture. SUNY Morrisville is such a great place for anyone wanting to further their understanding of the agriculture industry. I have been actively involved in the college’s dairy club and will serve as the club’s president for the Fall '21 term. Upon graduation next spring, I hope to pursue a career in dairy nutrition or reproduction.

I chose Morrisville because of the exceptional dairy program. There is so much hands-on learning with small class sizes, which is perfect for me. I love that my professors will teach us about something and then we go up to the dairy and put it into practice.

I chose Morrisville for the incredible agriculture program and hands-on experiences. I recommend this college to anyone looking for small classes, real-life experiences and lifelong friendships. My friends and I enjoy participating in the livestock club. Learning about new animals is the best part!

I chose Morrisville for the hands-on learning experience, classroom sizes and professor-to-student ratios. I am an active member in the SUNY Morrisville Livestock Club and SUNY Morrisville Dairy Club. During the summer of 2020, I had the unique opportunity to work alongside Dr. Jennifer Gilbert-Jenkins, as a summer intern, researching the effects of fertility on hemp. Through my courses, I have been able to make great connections in agriculture on- and off-campus.

I chose SUNY Morrisville for the hands-on, intensive agricultural courses. Learning under amazing professors and employees at SUNY Morrisville has created a great opportunity for my future! Through working at the dairy and intensive lab work, I have gained extremely valuable knowledge and built great relationships with faculty and staff.

I chose Morrisville because it was leaps and bounds better than the other schools I looked at. I am studying for my associate degree in agricultural business. I am also contemplating getting my bachelor's degree in dairy management. The hands-on opportunities are truly one-of-a-kind. The staff here is also extremely personable, kind and helpful.

The Healthcare Office Coordinator program was the perfect answer for me. I wanted to work in the health care industry, and it had all I needed to prepare for an office career in a health care setting. The online classes were excellent because they provided me with the same high-quality classes, but with the convenience and flexibility of the latest educational technologies. 

The program and the teachers are exceptional, and I have enjoyed every moment of this spring semester! Professor Payette is the most understanding and helpful advisor, and professor any college student would be lucky to work with her. The program has outstanding course selection, which has made going to college fun instead of stressful. Overall, the Healthcare Office Coordinator (HCOC) program is amazing, and I can’t wait to graduate from Morrisville with this degree!

Student Shayla Peters tells us about a project to study the effects of fertilizer on industrial hemp growth and yield.

Assistant professor Jennifer Gilbert Jenkins gives us a 360° view of their hemp for grain field, used in studying the sex of the cannabis. This study will help predict how much of the crop will still be standing at time of harvest.

I had a wonderful experience at Morrisville. My professors took the time to understand my specific needs and challenges as an adult-learner. As a result, I was able to learn and grow academically while continuing to work a full-time job to support my family. If anyone has concerns or reservations about pursuing a college education, especially as an adult, they will find that everyone is willing and eager to help them succeed.

Throughout the past three decades, the comprehensive services and family atmosphere of Lasnicki Landscaping & Nursery​, owned and operated by five SUNY Morrisville alumni, have grown to reap the admiration of the local community and far beyond the reaches of its physical location on County Route 32 in Hastings, New York.

We caught up with massage therapy grads Nicole LaFountain and Cassie Page when they returned to campus to share stories, with current students, about their exciting careers in massage and how SUNY Morrisville impacted their lives.

Raiss and his classmates in the Residential Construction program at Morrisville were setting forms for a house in Waterville, NY when we stopped by to talk to him about his hands-on experience at SUNY Morrisville.

Colton Evans '16, talks about how his hands-on education and his time as a student athlete prepared him to go from intern to employee at Blue Rock Energy.

Quinn Dorsey '17 tells us how his academic and athletic experience at SUNY Morrisville helped him develop the skills to succeed in his career.

Adam Houck '12 tells us how SUNY Morrisville helped him discover his path, set a goal and develop the skills and experience to achieve it.

Mark Kicher '15 came to SUNY Morrisville for an associate degree and liked it so much he decided to stay on and earn his bachelor's. He tells us how his experience at Morrisville now helps him succeed as Park Supervisor at Chittenango Falls State Park.

Dual sport athlete Layne Martin, discusses his experience as a nursing major and how SUNY Morrisville prepared his for success.

Kory Flora shares his experience at SUNY Morrisville as an advanced culinary arts student.

Mathew Lastra tells us how his professors at SUNY Morrisville set him down the right path to a career in networking.

Jack Bousquet explains how his experiences growing up led to pursuing a degree at SUNY Morrisville.

Carly Schwebe explains how the hands on training at SUNY Morrisville has prepared her for a future career in landscaping.

Michaela Karcher transferred to SUNY Morrisville to pursue a bachelor's degree in Horticulture Business Management.

Sammy Mota transferred to SUNY Morrisville to pursue a bachelor's degree in Automotive Management.

Bryan Nunez transferred to SUNY Morrisville to pursue a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice.

Nursing student Jessica Young walks us through a complex dressing change procedure on a patient simulator during a laboratory session at SUNY Morrisville.

Wood Technology Student Nick Perry shows us the dresser he made for his final project.

Renewable Resource Technology Student Nick Shaw talks about being a teaching assistant and walks us through the Introduction to Forestry Lab practical exam.

Kyle Brooks, a student at SUNY Morrisville's Norwich campus, talks about conducting a salamander population survey at the Rogers Environmental Education Center and presenting the results at the SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference.

Zainab Jimoh has an associate degree in individual studies and will be receiving her bachelor's degree in applied psychology. Zainab explains how her experiences at Morrisville has shaped her future.

Leila Richmond tells us how her hands-on experience in the Dairy program at SUNY Morrisville will help her continue and expand the family business.

Mariane Domingos shares how the hands-on education, small class sizes and engaged faculty at Morrisville are the foundation for her success as she pursues her goal of becoming a dietitian.

Morgan Plummer '18 talks about her experience in the Equine Science B. Tech. program at SUNY Morrisville where she focused on equine rehabilitation in pursuit of her career and life goal to help horses.

Janette Boyce R.N. '16 tells us how the faculty at Morrisville helped her succeed in getting a job she loves.

Nate Hudson tells us about the hands-on learning opportunities in Morrisville's dairy program.

Alumna Mikaela McGuire tells us how the welcoming environment eases the rigor of the Massage Therapy program at Morrisville and shares her plans to work as a massage therapist for infants and children.

Student Gabe Kahn talks about the enthusiastic faculty at Morrisville and the opportunities available in the renewable energy industry.

Alix Hutchins tells us how she wants incorporate massage therapy into her future career plans.

While attending our 2019 Job Fair event on campus we had the opportunity to speak with Erica Rawiszer. Erica explained how her hands on learning approach at Morrisville helped put her in a Manager position with Davidson Collision Repair Center.

Noah Greger '18 tells us how the comprehensive education in the automotive industry and the opportunities for internships in the local area have helped him succeed in his field.