FLCC Campus News

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 28, 2008) – Finger Lakes Community College will hold two orientation sessions for Veterans enrolling at the College, prospective students and their families. The sessions will take place Sept. 3 and Sept. 4.

“We understand that the transition to student life can be challenging,” says Corrine Canough, Director of Advisement and Student Development. “We are grateful for our student Veterans’ service to our country, and we are here to provide the services they need to successfully navigate this transition.”

Such services include:
• Financial information, including GI Bill information, federal work study programs, Veteran scholarship information and home loan information for Veterans (presented by Veteran’s Benefits Administration)
• Healthcare information for Veterans (presented by Canandaigua VA Veteran Service Center)
• Information about Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
• Vocational Rehabilitation (presented by Canandaigua VA Vocational Rehabilitation program)

Sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 4 at 1 p.m. For more information, call (585) 394-3500 ext. 7802 or email veterans@flcc.edu.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 19, 2008) – The Finger Lakes Community College Foundation recently elected seven new members to its board of directors: Douglas Mossbrook of Bristol; Anne Galbraith and Rick Herman of Canandaigua; Margaret Farnsworth, Donald Culeton, and Mark Hamilton of Victor; and Margaret Churchill of Walworth. Their terms begin September 1, 2008.

Governed by an all-volunteer board, the FLCC Foundation’s mission is to seek financial support from the private sector in support of the College.

“The entire FLCC community is very pleased to add individuals with such extensive experience and diverse credentials to the Foundation’s board of directors,” said Amy I. Pauley, executive director of the FLCC Foundation.

Margaret Churchill is the executive director of the Wayne County Industrial Development Agency. She reports to the board of directors on topics such as development of the budget, programs, timelines, public relations, events, and policy. She is also very active in the community, participating in a number of organizations including the Wayne County Empire Zone Administrative Board, the Finger Lakes Workforce Board of Directors, and the Greater Rochester Enterprise Board of Directors. Churchill received her master of arts degree in English from SUNY Brockport, and her bachelor of arts degree in English from Nazareth College.

Donald Culeton is founder and president of Info Directions. Under his stewardship, Info Directions has grown from start-up to industry leader, earning recognition as one of Inc. Magazine’s entrepreneurial growth leaders, a Rochester Top 100 company, one of the fastest growing independent software vendors (ISVs) for Windows, and more. The Victor Local Development Corporation elected him Entrepreneur Small Business Person of the Year in 2005. Culeton earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer systems engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Margaret Farnsworth is the vice president of operations of Randal Pontiac-Buick-GMC. She also assists with operations of two other family-owned car dealerships in Canandaigua and Victor. Farnsworth is involved in the Canandaigua ATHENA Award program that is committed to the professional excellence, leadership, and support of women. Farnsworth received her bachelor of arts degree in sociology from SUNY Albany and her associate’s degree from SUNY Cobleskill.

Anne Galbraith has been a member of the FLCC Board of Trustees since 2000. She presently serves as Trustee liaison to the FLCC Alumni Association. An attorney specializing in family law, Anne opened her own practice in Canandaigua in 1991. In 2001, she received the Honorable Michael F. Dillon Award for Outstanding Representation of Children in the Seventh Judicial District. Galbraith earned her juris doctor degree from Syracuse University College of Law and her bachelor’s degree from Denison University in Granville, Ohio.

Mark Hamilton is the president and founder of Integrated System, a computer integration and software development company that provides software development and maintenance services in various database languages for the municipal and private sector. He has been an adjunct instructor at Finger Lakes Community College since 1998, teaching computer networks and data communications courses. Hamilton has served on the Victor School Board since 2000. He received a bachelor of arts degree in geophysics from SUNY Geneseo and completed post Baccalaureate non-matriculated work in business administration at the University of Houston.

Rick Herman is the executive vice president of the Rochester Home Builders’ Association, developing new ideas for membership and serving as spokesperson, making sure the goals and objectives of the association’s 500-plus members are met. He received a bachelor of science degree in business management from St. John Fisher College.

Douglas Mossbrook is the President and CEO of Eagle Mountain, based in Bristol, New York. The firm he founded has been involved in the design and installation of alternative systems such as geothermal, solar and radiant over the past 25 years. He has spent 30 years promoting environmental stewardship and energy efficiency, and he has written several articles for national magazines. Mossbrook serves as treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Finger Lakes Regional Telecom Development Corp., which is bringing fiber optic service to Ontario County.

The FLCC Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable corporation established to seek financial support for the College from the private sector. The Foundation accepts donations for scholarships, equipment purchases, special projects and faculty development. For more information, please contact the Foundation at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7386 or foundation@flcc.edu.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 18, 2008) – A new Finger Lakes Community College associate in science degree in new media recently received approval from the State University of New York (SUNY) and the New York State Department of Education. The College is currently accepting applications for this program for the fall 2008 semester. Classes start September 2.

“New media is a rapidly changing and growing industry,” said Dr. Barbara Risser, president of FLCC. “This program will give students a chance to pursue a number of different career opportunities, since effective new media is a part of many successful organizations.”

The associate in science degree in new media is designed to prepare students for successful transfer to four-year institutions in programs such as new media, digital media, multimedia, Web design, or communications. FLCC has developed transfer agreements for the program with four-year schools, such as SUNY Institute of Technology (SUNY IT). Graduates of this program will also be prepared for entry-level employment in digital communications fields.

Through integrated coursework in video production and editing; multimedia; audio production; and graphic design, students will learn how to design and create graphics, audio, video, and other content for Web sites, DVDs, and other emerging technologies.

Students will gain practical experience in a 20-computer Macintosh media lab, extensive PC computer labs and a 900-square foot on-campus television studio. They will utilize industry-standard tools, such as Avid nonlinear editing software, Pro Tools, Adobe Creative Suite, digital still cameras, digital camcorders and digital studio cameras.

Courses include Television Production 1; Digital Video Editing; Script Writing; Introduction to Programming and Computing; Multimedia Development; Web Site Development and Programming; Introduction to Digital Media; Digital Design Concepts; Digital Audio Production; and New Media Production.

For more information about the new media degree, visit www.flcc.edu/newmedia or contact the FLCC Admissions Office at admissions@flcc.edu or (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

Canandaigua, N.Y. (Aug. 13, 2008) – Top officials from Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC) and Paul Smith’s College met at FLCC today to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The MOU will give FLCC students the opportunity to complete a bachelor in science degree in hotel, resort and tourism management from Paul Smith’s College by taking courses with Paul Smith’s instructors at the FLCC campus. The program will be ready for enrollments by the spring 2009.

“Here at FLCC, we are very excited about this new partnership with Paul Smith’s College,” said Dr. Barbara Risser, president of FLCC. “Our program will prepare students to compete in the rigorous program through Paul Smith’s and give them the opportunity to complete a world-class four-year hotel, resort, and tourism management degree without leaving the local area.”

More than nine in 10 Paul Smith’s students find a job in their chosen field or go to grad school within six months of graduation. “Paul Smith’s College is honored to partner with FLCC,” said Dr. John W. Mills, president of Paul Smith’s College. “Our premier hotel, resort, and tourism program will be enhanced by what the FLCC alums will bring to it not only while they are pursuing their Paul Smith’s degree, but after they earn their degree and enter the workforce as well.”

FLCC’s associate in applied science in hotel and resort management degree program will prepare students for a successful career in the exciting hotel and resort management industry anywhere in the nation. The program is designed to provide students with a broad-based knowledge of the hotel and resort industry by analyzing hotel management theories and industry trends. It will also utilize the most advanced computer software in the industry.

Students will spend considerable time in hotels for a firsthand look at the dynamic field. They will have the opportunity to intern at any Marriot, Sheraton, Hyatt, Radisson or Microtel in the Rochester-area. They will also be able to intern at a Hard Rock café anywhere in the country, and even in Walt Disney World. Field trips from the finest bed and breakfasts to the most elaborate five-star hotels and restaurants in major cities will be a part of the program as well. During these trips, students will visit such renowned institutions as the Plaza, Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, and Royal York in New York City, Toronto, Las Vegas and Boston. On campus, they will participate in catering College events, hosting guest lectures, and much more.

After completing their associate’s degree at FLCC, students will be able to develop the skills they need to become managers, directors, and corporate executives while in pursuit of their bachelor’s degree through the Paul Smith’s Division of Hospitality, Resort and Culinary Management. They will gain practical experience along the way, and have the opportunity for real-world application of all of their newly acquired skills by using the latest technology in the industry, communicating with actual guests and employees and working in a global environment, managing all aspects of a dynamic business.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

About Paul Smith’s College:
Paul Smith’s College (www.paulsmiths.edu) is located in heart of the Adirondacks on the doorstep of Lake Placid. The location gives students up-close and personal experiences in their chosen field in a safe, world-class setting. The philosophy of Paul Smith’s College is that actually doing is a critical part of learning. That philosophy is an integral part of the College’s diverse degree offerings in forestry, biology, natural resources, business, culinary arts and hospitality. More than nine of 10 Paul Smith’s alums land jobs in their chosen fields or go to graduate school within six months of graduation.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 13, 2008) – Finger Lakes Community College announces walk-in registration for students enrolling on a part-time, non-matriculated basis for the Fall 2008 semester. Fall courses begin September 2, and registration is being held at the following times and locations:

In Canandaigua: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fridays 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., FLCC Registrar’s Office, 4355 Lakeshore Drive.

In Geneva: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 4 p.m., or call ahead for an appointment, FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., (315) 789-6701.

In Newark: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 4 p.m., or call ahead for an appointment, FLCC Wayne County Campus Center, 1100 Technology Pkwy., Newark, (315) 331-9098

Freshman English (ENG 101) and foreign language courses require placement testing prior to registration. Testing for ENG 101 is held at the Canandaigua campus, the Geneva Campus Center, and the Wayne County Campus Center. For more information, including testing times, visit www.flcc.edu/testing or call (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7267.

Students registering for one to 11 credit hours (as part-time students) may register during walk-in registration or by mail using the mail-in registration form found on the College’s website at www.flcc.edu/registrar. Full-time students (those who are enrolling in 12 credit hours or more) are not eligible to register by mail and must register in person. For registration information, contact the FLCC Admissions Office at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278.

Students born on or after January 1, 1957, and registering for six or more credit hours must provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella in order to attend classes. Additionally, New York State requires that all students enrolled in six or more credits (except Gemini students) receive information on meningococcal meningitis disease and complete a meningitis response form. Contact Student Health Services at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7297.

When registering, Ontario County residents must present identification with signature, and non-Ontario County residents must obtain a Certificate of Residence from their county treasurer.

For more information about registering for fall credit courses at FLCC, contact the FLCC Registrar’s Office at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7622.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 12, 2008) – Finger Lakes Community College recently received two prestigious literacy grants from the New York State Department of Education. The highly competitive grants could be worth as much as a combined $538,192. This is the largest one-time grant supporting adult literacy the college has ever received. The grants will further support and enhance the strong quality of adult education in the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Area, which comprises Ontario, Wayne, Seneca and Yates counties.

“We are very thankful to receive these competitive and prestigious grants,” said Patricia Malinowski, developmental studies chairperson at FLCC. “They will dramatically help FLCC in its ongoing investment in the Finger Lakes workforce.”

The Workforce Investment Act Title II, Adult Basic Education and Literary Services Grant is worth $97,364 each year for the next five years as long as FLCC meets the national and state standards. The five-year grant lasts through June 30, 2013, and it will help the FLCC Adult Literacy Education (FLCC ALE) Program target educationally, economically, and culturally disadvantaged individuals in need of literacy services.

The New York State Adult Literacy Education Grant is worth $51,372 and lasts one year through June 30, 2009. It will help fund a number of classes in the Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Area. The classes target individuals who live in poverty and are at the lowest levels of literacy. This grant will help the FLCC ALE Program achieve its goal of meeting the needs of low level literacy students.

The FLCC ALE Program’s goal is to provide educational programs to adults in need of completing their secondary education, gaining the knowledge and skills they need to become employed, upgrading their workplace literacy skills and/or increasing their English language skills.

FLCC’s main campus and its Geneva and Wayne County campus centers will host the literacy services, which include Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED) and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. A number of community sites will host classes as well.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 11, 2008) – A new Finger Lakes Community College associate in applied science degree in game programming and design recently received approval from the State University of New York (SUNY) and the New York State Department of Education. The College is currently accepting applications for this program for the fall 2008 semester. Classes start September 2.

“This new degree program is the first to be offered by a community college in this region of New York State and will complement FLCC’s strong offerings in computing sciences,” said Dr. Barbara G. Risser, president of FLCC. “The College is committed to preparing students for technical career opportunities, and graduates of this new degree program will be prepared to gain entry-level employment in this competitive and growing field.”

Students in this program will learn how to use the most recent technologies and tools for Web application development, and gain a high degree of hands-on experience with the design and development of game application software, while also learning the theory and fundamentals of game design and programming.

Graduates of the associate in applied science degree in game programming and design can expect to find careers in the fields of game design, game programming and game management, among others. According to The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the software publishing industry, of which game design and programming is a part, has doubled since 1990 and is expected to continue its explosive growth, increasing by 68% between 2004 and 2014.

Computing sciences courses in this program will include Introduction to Programming and Computing, Data Structures I and II, Data Communications and Networking, Multimedia Development, Applied Database Concepts, Introduction to the Game Industry, Fundamentals of Game Design and Introduction to 3D Computer Animation. Additionally, students in this program will complete a culminating Game Programming Team Capstone Project that will allow students to work on teams to develop a professional game project and prepare a professional programmer’s portfolio.

For more information about the game programming and design degree, visit www.flcc.edu/gameprogramming or contact the FLCC Admissions Office at admissions@flcc.edu or (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 5, 2008) – The Finger Lakes Community College Board of Trustees approved the College’s 2008 – 2013 Strategic Plan today. The five-year plan focuses on fostering a learning-centered environment, making higher education accessible for more students, operating efficiently, and improving the quality of education and the quality of life in the Finger Lakes region.

“This Strategic Plan will guide us in achieving our vision that FLCC will be the college of choice and a dynamic regional learning resource, central to the cultural and economic vitality of the area,” said FLCC President Dr. Barbara Risser.

The 2008 – 2013 Plan contains four strategic goals:

• Learning & Student Success: To improve engagement, learning, and successful transfer / employment

• Strategic Growth: To increase the enrollment of traditional and non-traditional students within the College service area by identifying and addressing emerging educational needs and new markets

• Efficient & Effective Operations: To strengthen the College’s financial position by improving the efficiency and effectiveness of college programs and operations

• Community Value: To increase the College’s cultural and economic impact on the service area

Full details of the college’s strategic plan, including specific performance measures, are available on the college’s website at: www.flcc.edu/strategicplan .

“The Strategic Plan will act as our road map as we deliver on our promise to the community. It sets a new standard of excellence for educating our community’s next generation of leaders and will help us track our success and report back to the community,” Risser added. “The execution of this plan will not only strengthen FLCC, it will strengthen the Finger Lakes community as well.”

The plan also details FLCC’s Mission and Vision:

• Mission: Finger Lakes Community College is a supportive, learning-centered environment that empowers its students, provides enriching life experiences, and enhances the quality of life throughout the community.

• Vision: Finger Lakes Community College will be the college of choice for students and a dynamic regional learning resource, central to the cultural and economic vitality of the area.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (August 1, 2008) – A major Finger Lakes Community College building and renovation project was approved in concept by the Ontario County Board of Supervisors last night as part of the county’s overall Capital Improvement Plan 2009-2014.

“I am very pleased the board has decided to make this important investment in our county and in the future of Finger Lakes Community College,” said FLCC President Dr. Barbara Risser. “These projects will help FLCC serve our students and improve our standing as a dynamic regional learning resource, central to the cultural and economic vitality of the area.”

The project that was approved includes Phases I and II of the College’s Facilities Master Plan, which will encompass several initiatives to improve the infrastructure at the College in order to meet the steadily increasing demand, as well as the comprehensive needs of resident students. The project includes significant improvements to the learning environment such as the addition of 25 classrooms, allowing the college to replace trailers which currently house temporary classrooms, as well as necessary technology upgrades, expanded laboratory space, and a new student services building to facilitate a more efficient one-stop enrollment model. Also included in this plan is a multi-purpose auditorium for College and community events and expanded and improved dining services.

Another key focus of this plan is to improve and expand FLCC’s campus centers in order to offer a more robust course load from these locations, reducing the need for students in these areas to travel to the Canandaigua campus. FLCC is working with the communities of Geneva, Newark, and Victor in order to identify and meet community needs with appropriate degree and certificate program offerings. In Geneva, the focus will be on criminal justice, human services, business, and allied health. The new 28,000 square foot science and technology campus center planned for Victor will offer a variety of transfer programs, while also partnering with technology-based companies in the area to meet their workforce development needs.

“The improvements to the main campus and campus centers will strengthen our infrastructure and provide a solid foundation to support increasing enrollments and expand our market reach, making an FLCC education even more accessible,” said Carol Urbaitis, FLCC vice president of enrollment management.

“The expansion project will equip FLCC to provide a more able workforce for local businesses, and keep young people living and working in Ontario County,” stated Risser. “Our goal is to give even more students greater access to higher education and the benefits that come with an FLCC degree.”

On average, FLCC grads earn $419,200 more than someone with a high school diploma. Approximately 80 percent of FLCC grads remain in the Ontario County area.

“FLCC and its students already account for 2.3 percent of the area’s annual income, and that number is expected to increase with this expansion project,” Risser added.

About Finger Lakes Community College:
Finger Lakes Community College (www.flcc.edu) is a State University of New York two-year higher education institution. FLCC’s 250-acre park-like campus is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, N.Y. The College offers more than 45 degree and certificate programs, including environmental conservation, ornamental horticulture, music recording technology, nursing, massage therapy, and graphic design. FLCC’s current enrollment is more than 5,350 full- and part-time students.