News
Dec 20, 2017
Approximately seven miles west of Morrisville State College in the town of Nelson, a small facility has been cooking up big dreams.
Dec 20, 2017
After nearly eight decades of prohibition, industrial hemp is making a comeback in New York with the help of students and faculty at Morrisville State College.
Dec 20, 2017
“Fast and furious” doesn’t just describe a vehicle’s speed anymore … it is now just as easily the catch-phrase of the non-stop rush of automotive technology changes.
Dec 20, 2017
It’s 4:40 p.m. on Monday, August 28, and Troy Waffner is running late for a 3 p.m. interview.
Dec 20, 2017
As autumn sets in at Wafler Farms, a familiar, sweet scent fills the air. The skyline forms a scenic view as it greets uninterrupted rows of apple trees bursting with this year’s bounty.
Dec 11, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—A Morrisville State College student recently diagnosed with a suspected case of mumps has been removed from isolation and is no longer considered contagious. Initial lab results are negative for any presence of mumps. The diagnosis remains a suspected case only, pending additional results.
Dec 11, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Dr. Timothy W. Gerken, associate professor of humanities at SUNY Morrisville, is the first recipient of the SUNY Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI) Award for Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice.
Dec 06, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—A Morrisville State College student arrived at the Matthias Student Health Center Wednesday morning (December 6) and was diagnosed with a suspected case of mumps. Per state health regulations, the student is in isolation and will remain there until Sunday, and samples are on their way to state laboratories in Albany.
Nov 29, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Two new products produced by Morrisville students are on the market.
Hemp granola and “On the Go” energy bites hit the shelves of Nelson Farms Country Store this week. The products will make their debut during a holiday open house and sampling Friday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a..m.-5 p.m. at Nelson Farms on Route 20 in Cazenovia.
Nov 20, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College’s equine program shined during the 44th annual North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE), held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky., Nov. 5.
Nov 20, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Thirty years. Three thousand eggs. More than 4,000 pies. Those are some of the top tallies from the International Food Service Executives Association’s (IFSEA) pie sale throughout the years at Morrisville State College.
The annual tradition, timed around the holidays, is led by Morrisville State College professor Joan Johnson, who started the labor of love as a fundraiser for IFSEA and has guided its success through three decades.
Nov 10, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College automotive students got a first-hand look at industry trends while networking with automotive professionals and potential future employers during the annual SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show held in Las Vegas Oct. 28-Nov. 3.
Nov 07, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—An exhibit showcasing art created by veterans, their friends and family, and their supporters will be on display Nov. 9 through Jan. 5 in the Donald Butcher Library Gallery at Morrisville State College.
Oct 26, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College student Justin Gibson took time out of his busy class schedule to make cards for military troops overseas.
The sentiment behind his card was more than a thank you. It was a tribute to his late father who served in the Navy.
“I want him to know, as I want them (troops) to know, how much I appreciate their service—for protecting our country and to let them know how important they are to us,” he said.
Oct 23, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Community members from across the state joined the Morrisville State College campus community to engage with New York’s agricultural leaders during the 2018 Farm Bill Listening Tour hosted by the college Monday.
Morrisville State College President David Rogers provided the event’s opening remarks to the packed crowd, which included Morrisville students, faculty and staff in addition to various stakeholders from throughout New York.
Oct 20, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College assistant professor Mike Gridley has made an active construction site a real-world classroom for students seeking experiential education.
Gridley is providing students in his masonry and estimating and planning classes with hands-on experience constructing a 3,600-square-foot raised ranch home in nearby Waterville.
Oct 16, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—The Morrisville State College Theater Department and Student Government Organization (SGO) are teaming up to present Beth Henley’s award-winning play, Crimes of the Heart.
The three-act, six-cast dramedy will be performed in the Little Theater of the college’s Student Activities Building Oct. 20-21 at 8 p.m., Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. and Oct. 26-28 at 8 p.m.
Oct 16, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—The sounds of glasses clinking together filled the Copper Turret Restaurant & Brewhouse as enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the new brewery’s opening.
“This is an exciting day to be affiliated with Morrisville State College and we congratulate everyone involved,” said Senator David Valesky, one of many who attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the facility Oct. 13.
Oct 06, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—The Copper Turret Restaurant & Brewhouse will celebrate the official opening of its new brewery with a “Brewhouse Bash” Saturday, Oct. 14.
The establishment, operated by Morrisville State College’s auxiliary corporation, will hold the all-day bash in its tasting room through its normal business hours of 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Oct 05, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College University Police, the Student Government Organization and AT&T educated students about the dangers of smartphone distracted driving.
Sep 29, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—During one of her first visits in the 64 SUNY campus circuit, SUNY Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson spoke with Morrisville State College faculty and staff about energy and environmental goals and the importance of small business innovation and entrepreneurship.
“I’ve never been to a college like Morrisville State,” Johnson said. “It’s applied learning on steroids.”
Sep 29, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—More than 1,500 attendees are expected to grace campus to celebrate agriculture during Morrisville State College’s annual Ag Day, being held Thursday, Oct. 5 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Academic Quad.
The event, free and open to the public, features a pedal tractor pull, hayrides, hay maze, face painting and seed-planting activities.
Sep 25, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Hundreds gathered at Morrisville State College’s second annual Harvest Dinner, “Food for Thought,” to recognize the achievements and contributions of four community members who share the college’s values and mission.
Honored during the event, held at the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, in Cazenovia were:
Sep 19, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Robbie Robinson waited patiently as bidders started nodding and raising their hands over a sleek bay colt standing in the sale ring.
“I took my time and then when it was right, I made that one bid.”
And with that, Rockstar Rebel was his. The yearling went for $26,000 during Morrisville State College’s Annual Fall Yearling Sale.
Sep 18, 2017
MORRISVILLE, NY—Brittney Noto is learning a lot about the dairy industry—like how to run a cattle sale.
For the second year, Noto, an animal science-dairy student from Delevan, served as a chair of Morrisville State College’s Autumn Review Sale.
This year’s sale grossed $168,500 with 95 total live lots, 25 milking lots and five embryo lots.