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KeyBank Foundation provides $250K to United Way of CNY’s Thrive at Work program
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The KeyBank Foundation says it is investing $250,000 in the United Way of Central New York’s Thrive at Work program. The new
TC3 to use foundation grant to support Tioga County students
DRYDEN — Tioga County residents studying at Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) during the 2024-25 academic year can get some financial help, if eligible. The Owego–based Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation awarded TC3 a $15,000 grant to help Tioga County students needing assistance. The foundation has a “long history” of supporting students at TC3, contributing well
SUNY Oswego’s OWIER names first director of workforce innovation
OSWEGO — SUNY Oswego’s Office of Workforce Innovation and External Relations (OWIER) has named Kathryn Watson as its inaugural director of workforce innovation and community impact. SUNY Oswego President Peter Nwosu launched the school’s OWIER in the fall of 2023, The OWIER provides a designated point of entry into SUNY Oswego for industry, nonprofit, public,
Recent grads connect with area job openings through CAI
SYRACUSE — The human-resources manager at American Food & Vending in Salina, calls the Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CAI) “an awesome initiative.” “We hired a graduate last year who is now a full-time employee of ours,” Ian Ballard said in a CenterState CEO announcement. “If it wasn’t for the Initiative, this is an individual who we
Griffiss Institute names VP of intergovernmental affairs
ROME — The Griffiss Institute recently appointed Angela Wright as its new VP of intergovernmental affairs. The organization said this strategic addition to its team is part of its continued efforts to expand the VICEROY Scholars program. “Angela’s proven track record in government relations and advocacy will be invaluable as we strengthen our strategic partnerships
Utica University names VP for enrollment management
UTICA — Utica University recently appointed W. Eric Sykes as its new VP for enrollment management, following a comprehensive national search. “To land a remarkable thought-leader and practitioner in the enrollment management field such as Eric is a testament to his abilities as well as the opportunities Utica University presents,” Utica University President Todd Pfannestiel
Believe Bowl set for Sept. 6 at Utica University
UTICA, N.Y. — Utica University will kick off this year’s football season with the 7th annual Believe Bowl on Friday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m.
IAED, TC3 graduate first SUNY pre-apprenticeship group in manufacturing program
Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED) in partnership with Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) on Aug. 30 held a graduation ceremony for a group seeking work with an area manufacturer. The group was part of the SUNY Pre-apprenticeship Direct-to-Work: Pathways to Manufacturing program, IAED said in its announcement. Participants spent five weeks in training and are
Colgate University and Dartmouth College partner to offer bridge program
HAMILTON, N.Y. — Colgate University and the Tuck School of Business Administration at Dartmouth College have formed a new institutional partnership that gives Colgate students access to the Tuck Business Bridge Program, according to an announcement from Colgate. This winter, Colgate sophomores and juniors interested in exploring business careers will have the opportunity to connect
Career Apprenticeship Initiative connects recent college grads with area job openings
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Career Apprenticeship Initiative (CAI) in Syracuse connects recent liberal-arts graduates from the area’s higher-education institutions to a one-year apprenticeship with area employers. Under the CAI, employers receive a $5,000 salary reimbursement for agreeing to hire, mentor, and train the student for a year. CenterState CEO members that provided entry-level jobs for
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