CANTON, NY — A group of outstanding students has been recognized by SUNY Canton Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Affairs Courtney B. Bish.
The Student Specialty Awards are presented annually to those who have defied the odds, overcome challenges, persevered through hardships, showed tremendous leadership, engaged in philanthropic and humanitarian efforts, and inspired their peers.
“There’s nothing that brings me more joy than notifying students they have won these awards,” Bish said. “Among the students recognized here are trailblazers, philanthropists, leaders, and scholars of the highest order. These students have received glowing nominations from their peers, their faculty, and administrative staff who have recognized the excellent work they have done on our campus and in their communities.”
All of the students recognized can be found on the 2021 Student Specialty Awards website.
Among the students to be recognized during the virtual ceremony were:
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Jonah R. Black, a SUNY Canton Forensic Criminology major from Canton, NY (13617), earned the Spirit of Success Award.
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Larecus C. Dobbs, a SUNY Canton Sports Management major from Canton, NY (13617), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Erin Grandaw, a SUNY Canton Physical Therapist Assistant major from Canton, NY (13617), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Julianne M. Brown, a SUNY Canton Applied Psychology major from Colton, NY (13625), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Thomas G. Contino, a SUNY Canton Graphic and Multimedia Design major from Henderson, NY (13650), earned the Pillars of Character and Spirit of Success Awards.
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Shaylee Brenno, a SUNY Canton Applied Psychology major from Heuvelton, NY (13654), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Marissa Lynne Wood, a SUNY Canton Liberal Arts – General Studies major from Madrid, NY (13660), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Caprice M. LaDue, a SUNY Canton Health and Fitness Promotion major from Massena, NY (13662), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Gaynelle M. Gilbride, a SUNY Canton Nursing major from Ogdensburg, NY (13669), earned the Leaders of Tomorrow Award.
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Jordan R. Miller, a SUNY Canton Physical Therapist Assistant major from Ogdensburg, NY (13669), earned the Pillars of Character and Spirit of Success Awards.
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Kristin Ladoceour, a SUNY Canton Applied Psychology major from Waddington, NY (13694), earned the Phoenix Award.
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Michaelyn J. Hunter, a SUNY Canton Applied Psychology major from Winthrop, NY (13697), earned the Phoenix Award.
About SUNY Canton
As Northern New York’s premier college for career-driven bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and professional certificate programs, SUNY Canton delivers quality hands-on programs in digital design, engineering technology, health, management and public service. Faculty members are noted for their professional real-world experience in addition to outstanding academic credentials. As SUNY’s leader in online education, SUNY Canton OnLine offers hundreds of flexible and convenient courses as well as 22 online degree programs. The college placed first in 14 categories in a SUNY-Wide Student Opinion Survey, most notably in career services, tutoring, library resources, and classroom facilities. The SUNY Canton Kangaroos 15 traditional athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division III level as part of the North Atlantic Conference. SUNY Canton also features varsity esports and cheerleading.