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.

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Daniel Lipson Prize Awarded

The Daniel Lipson Prize was awarded during the Elmira College Academic Honors and Student Recognition Celebration, held Thursday, March 30, in Gibson Theatre.

Academic Award - 2017 Apr 24

Freshman Writing Prize Awarded

Freshman Writing Prize was awarded during the Academic Honors and Student Recognition Celebration, held Thursday, March 30, in Gibson Theatre.

Academic Award - 2017 Apr 24

Elmira College Class of 2017 Members Honored

The Wonderful Class of 2017 celebrated the Graduating Class Reception in Meier Hall on March 24. The annual celebration included presentations of the Outstanding Graduate Award, Alumnae and Alumni Rings, and alumni pins, as well as the announcement of Candlelight Speakers.

Academic Award - 2017 Apr 20

Students Present Research at Sigma Xi Conference

Two students, accompanied by Dr. Todd Egan, Associate Professor of Biology, recently presented their research at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.

Academic Award - 2016 Dec 7

Academic Paper Accepted for Publication

Abigail Carr '16 recently co-authored a paper with Dr. Amarendra Sharma, Associate Professor of Economics, that has been accepted for publication in the International Journal of Applied Economics. The paper, titled, "Food Insecurity and Standardized Test Scores," explores the impact of food insecurity on students' standardized test scores by using a state-level panel data from the United States.

Academic Award - 2016 Nov 14

Elmira College Recognizes Key Award Recipients

Elmira College recently recognized many of its most promising new students with the 81st awarding of the Elmira College Key Award.

Academic Award - 2016 Oct 24

Elmira College Students Recognized at the Annual Honors Banquet

Elmira College held it annual Academic Honors and Student Recognition Banquet, celebrating academic achievements and the contributions of students to clubs and organizations.

Academic Award - 2013 Apr 12

Elmira College Students Honored at Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration

On Thursday, Jan. 31, Elmira College held its 2013 Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration, recognizing the following students:

Academic Award - 2013 Feb 7

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Elmira College Celebrates 161st Commencement

Members of the 2016 Elmira College graduating class were recognized with multiple honors and prizes, including induction into Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest national honors organization, and officer commissioning with the United States military. The Class of 2016 also included more than 125 graduates receiving summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude honors.

Academic Award - 2016 Jun 13

Elmira College Students Honored at Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration

On Thursday, Jan. 31, Elmira College held its 2013 Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration, recognizing the following students:

Academic Award - 2013 Feb 7

Elmira College Students Honored at Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration

On Thursday, Jan. 31, Elmira College held its 2013 Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration, recognizing the following students:

Academic Award - 2013 Feb 7

Elmira College Students Honored at Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration

On Thursday, Jan. 31, Elmira College held its 2013 Cowles Honor Scholars Celebration, recognizing the following students:

Academic Award - 2013 Feb 5