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Sam Shaw ’22 holds a copy of his book, Good Bones, which focuses on photographs he took of abandoned buildings in Elmira, New York.

Sam Shaw Sees Hope in Good Bones

Where others see empty, abandoned buildings in Elmira, New York, Sam Shaw '22 sees potential. His optimism for the city led him to put together a photo book called 'Good Bones.' Shaw, a psychology major, began taking photos of local, abandoned buildi...

Dec 14, 2021, 9:15am EST

Mary Grace Nichols '22 said the small class sizes, faculty-student relationships, and real-world applications drew her to EC and made her experience here life-changing.

Spotlight: Cultivating Skilled And Confident Nurses

In recent years, the Elmira College Nursing Program has added new, high-tech simulators and adjusted its technology to facilitate the remote learning required in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, no matter when Elmira College students atten...

Dec 13, 2021, 10:07am EST

Monterrosa is from Gardina, California, just outside of Los Angeles. Raised by a single mother and one of five siblings, she spent part of her young life living between Gardina and Nezahualcoyotl, Mexico, near Mexico City.

A Path To What Really Matters

Elmira College has a new women's wrestling team and the team captain is helping to make sure they are a success. Leslie Monterrosa '24 decided to come to Elmira College after a surprising phone call from Cody Griswold, head coach, Men's & Women's Wres...

Dec 10, 2021, 2:10pm EST

Jan Kather, media artist, helps students put together a print and online magazine called, “This Face Has Faced” where Elmira College students visually share about the trials they have overcome.

Jan Kather And The 'This Face Has Faced' Project

A lightbulb went off for Jan Kather, media artist, when she saw a full-page skincare ad that celebrated strong women who surmounted adversity. What if she used a similar prompt with her Electronic Art Studio course students in their culminating project...

Dec 8, 2021, 4:50pm EST

Hannah Whittier '23 brings kids from the Neighborhood Transformation Center to EC athletic events to give the kids fun outlets for their energy after school.

Changing Elmira One Child At A Time

Hannah Whittier '23, a childhood education major, wants to change the city of Elmira, one child at a time, and she believes education is the key to making that happen. Informing her beliefs are the experiences she's gained volunteering, and now working...

Dec 7, 2021, 9:59am EST

Chris Longwell Featured In New Ceramics Exhibit

The Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center in Wellsboro will host a reception from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 10 to launch a new ceramics exhibit featuring Chris Longwell, assistant professor of art. The exhibit is called "All My Favorite Texture...

Dec 6, 2021, 3:03pm EST

Rob and Cheryl Shallish '71 made a planned gift recently to their alma maters. Cheryl is an Elmira College Alumnus and we recently spoke to them about the advice they have for others considering a similar gift.

Planned Giving With Rob and Cheryl Shallish '71

Rob and Cheryl Shallish '71 made a planned gift to their alma mater. Cheryl is an Elmira College Alumnus and we recently spoke to them about their decision and the advice they have for others considering a similar gift. We ran this article in the lates...

Dec 6, 2021, 12:02pm EST

Applications for the 2022-2023 Elmira College Scholars Program are due December 13. The EC scholarship program awards five full-tuition scholarships per year to first-year, full-time students.

Don't Miss Free Money! Apply By Dec. 12 For Elmira College Scholars Program

The deadline to submit an application for the 2022-2023 Elmira College Scholars Program is quickly approaching. If you're considering Elmira College, don't miss out on the opportunity to receive one of five full-tuition scholarships per year granted to...

Dec 3, 2021, 3:19pm EST

In 1952, Mark Twain's octagonal study was moved from Quarry Farm to the Elmira College campus. The study remains a historic landmark and brings tourists to the area. The grant money will help preserve and maintain the building for future generations to admire.

Center for Mark Twain Studies Receives Grant From Corning Incorporated Foundation To Preserve Twain's Study

The Corning Incorporated Foundation granted the Center for Mark Twain Studies (CMTS) $10,000 to help restore and preserve the historic octagonal study where Mark Twain penned many of his most iconic literary works. "We are excited for the outpouring o...

Dec 2, 2021, 10:13am EST

A Little Praise Goes A Long Way

On Oct. 22, Rashaad Nurse '22, received some unexpected praise. During a press conference to introduce the Tommy Hilfiger Gallery that included College representatives, the EC Board of Trustees, local media, and members of the Hilfiger family, Nurse's ...

Nov 29, 2021, 4:35pm EST

About Elmira College

Elmira College is a private, coeducational, Phi Beta Kappa college founded in 1855, and located in the Southern Finger Lakes Region of New York. The College is annually ranked by U.S. News & World Report, which has also ranked Elmira College as a leading college, nationally, for student internships. Proud of its history and tradition, the College is committed to the ideals of community service, and intellectual and individual growth.