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MORRISVILLE, NY—Prepare to be hauntingly entertained as the Morrisville State College Theater Department and Student Government Organization (SGO) present Sweeney Todd: A Musical Thriller.  The musical, composed by Stephen Sondheim and written from an adaptation by Christopher Bond, will be performed in the Little Theater of the college’s Student Activities Center March 23-24 and 29-31 at 8 p.m. and March 25 at 2 p.m. 

MORRISVILLE, NY—Boosting the self-esteem of others comes as a natural skill for Haley Morris.  Her passion for doing so has led Morris to pursue a career in massage therapy, which she plans to combine with her love for cosmetology and one day work at a spa.  “I like helping people feel better about themselves,” Morris said as she prepared her workstation in Hamilton Hall. 

MORRISVILLE, NY—During one weekend each year, a special event brings alumnus Taylor McDowell back to Morrisville State College to follow a passion.  “Game programming is a dream of mine,” said McDowell, who graduated from Morrisville in 2015 with a bachelor’s degree in information technology: application software development. “I get to live that out through this.” 

MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College has several opportunities to contribute to the success of SUNY Chancellor Kristina Johnson’s first State of the University System address delivered Monday. It was Johnson’s first State of the University address since her administration began in September.

MORRISVILLE, NY—Nearly 900 students from 18 different high schools will gather on the Morrisville State College campus as they showcase a variety of talents during the SkillsUSA Area II Regional Conference on Friday, Feb. 2.  

MORRISVILLE, NY­—Morrisville State College is gearing up to serve as a jam site for the 2018 Global Game Jam® (GGJ), the world’s largest on-site game creation event, taking place Jan. 26-28.   GGJ is a fast-paced, 48-hour digital “jam session” which gives teams of artists, hobbyists, programmers and gamers throughout the world a chance to brainstorm, innovate, collaborate and develop new ideas for game design.

Have a clever business idea? The 2018 Cotton Business Idea Competition is giving Morrisville State College students a chance to take their idea to the next level—and earn some cash.  Business ideas should address several questions: 

MORRISVILLE, NY—Morrisville State College has several opportunities to contribute to the success of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s 2018 agenda, as outlined through 22 proposals shared Wednesday as part of the State of the State Address. President David E. Rogers attended the address Wednesday in Albany, where Gov. Cuomo spoke on “Realizing the Promise of Progressive Government” as his theme for the year.

When Barn Sis was donated to the racing program at Morrisville State College, driver Cole Wimmer wasn’t sure that the three-year-old trotting filly would be fast enough to compete on the New York Sire Stakes harness racing circuit.

Ask assistant biology professor Eric Diefenbacher what his special field of interest is and without hesitation he says “salamanders,’’ particularly spring salamanders. Why? Because “salamanders are a great bio-indicator of how healthy an environment might be overall, and that’s really important.’’

The following photo essay was captured through the lens of Paige Biviano ’17, an alumna of two Morrisville State College programs—journalism and communication for online media and wood products technology – finish carpentry. Through a GoFundMe page, photograph sales, private Taekwondo lessons and cutting boards, Biviano fundraised her way to the Oceans Campus Wildlife and Travel Photography program, based in Mossel Bay, South Africa, from May 30 through July 2.

Approximately seven miles west of Morrisville State College in the town of Nelson, a small facility has been cooking up big dreams.

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.

“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.

It’s 4:40 p.m. on Monday, August 28, and Troy Waffner is running late for a 3 p.m. interview.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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.   

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.

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. 

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. 

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.