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Allii Fontaine '15: My College of Distinction Story

Elmira College has again been recognized by Colleges of Distinction for its innovative approach to education, along with its expert blending of the liberal arts with professional programming in business, education, and nursing. Alumna and oncology nurs...

Aug 29, 2018, 3:30pm EDT

Elmira College Again Recognized for Exceptional Professional Programming

Already recognized by Colleges of Distinction for its innovative approach to education, Elmira College has been honored further for its expert blending of the liberal arts with professional programming in business, education, and nursing. "We're hon...

Aug 28, 2018, 3:21pm EDT

In addition to supporting suffrage efforts, the College was home to important suffrage figures including graduate Alice Robertson (pictured on the right in the photo above), the first-elected congresswoman after the passage of the 19th amendment.

Honoring National Women's Equality Day

Yesterday, August 26 marked the annual observation of National Women's Equality Day. In 1973, Congress designated that August 26 would, from then on, be a day to celebrate the passage of the 19th Amendment, giving women equal rights to vote. Elmira ...

Aug 27, 2018, 12:45pm EDT

Nicole Hanselman ’20, a biology major with a concentration in pre-med, recently had the opportunity to be a research assistant in the Bees and Microbes in Organized Research (BeeMORE) program funded by the USDA-National Institute of Food and Agriculture Research and Extension Experiential Learning for Undergraduates (REEU) program at North Carolina State University.

Summer Research Allows Pre-Med Student to BeeMORE

This weeks #SoaringToSuccess features Nicole Hanselman '20, a biology major with a concentration in pre-med. Recently Nicole had the opportunity to be a research assistant in the Bees and Microbes in Organized Research (BeeMORE) program funded by the U...

Aug 24, 2018, 1:05pm EDT

Pat Thompson '75, MS '88, Elmira College's Vice President of Athletics, to Retire at the end of 2018 After 43 Years

After spending her entire 43-year professional career as part of the Elmira College administration, including the past 34 years at the helm of the Department of Athletics, EC alumna and Vice President of Athletics, Pat Thompson '75, MS '88, has announc...

Aug 23, 2018, 2:48pm EDT

Final 2018 Friday on the Lawn Set for August 24

This Friday, August 24, is the final "Friday on the Lawn" summer visit event. The informal day begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a student-led campus tour, information sessions with faculty, and a barbecue lunch giving students and their families a cha...

Aug 22, 2018, 2:54pm EDT

Key Award Celebrates Outstanding High School Students

The Office of Admissions recently welcomed 130 Key Award recipients and their families to campus for the first annual Key Award Celebration Day. The day included a welcome from Sarah Hammer '13, Elmira College employer relations specialist, who had ...

Aug 21, 2018, 11:48am EDT

A memorial service for Dr. Locke will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 23, 2018, in Peterson Chapel, Cowles Hall with a reception to follow. Alumni, friends, and the entire campus community are invited to attend.

Memorial Service for Dr. Margaret Locke

Professor emerita and benefactor, Dr. Locke dedicated her life to helping others further their education and fulfilling their dreams. In honor of this dedication, a memorial service for Dr. Locke will be held on campus at 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, Augus...

Aug 21, 2018, 11:42am EDT

College is a big transition for students, but also for many parents. Whether it is a parent’s first or fifth child in college, letting go can be tough. Elmira College's Dean of Students, Brandon Dawson, offers tips and suggestions to ensure both students and parents are ready for the road ahead.

Move-In Monday: Moving in, Letting go, and What to Expect

The summer is starting to wind down and the campus move-in day is drawing closer. College is a big transition for students, but also for many parents. Whether it is a parent's first or fifth child in college, letting go can be tough. Elmira College'...

Aug 20, 2018, 12:50pm EDT

Allie LoPresti ’19, a psychology and criminal justice double major, had the opportunity to intern with The Children’s Home of the Wyoming Conference.

Internship Solidifies Desire to Pursue Child Advocacy Career

This weeks #SoaringToSuccess features Allie LoPresti '19. Allie, a psychology and criminal justice double major, had the opportunity to intern with The Children's Home of the Wyoming Conference. Let's hear more about her experience: The Children's H...

Aug 20, 2018, 12:47pm EDT

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.