Monica Lysko of Poughkeepsie Awarded for Academic Achievement at SUNY Canton

CANTON, NY (07/14/2010)(readMedia)-- SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy and the College's deans recently recognized almost 800 students who excelled academically during the Spring 2010 semester.

"At SUNY Canton, we are committed to student success," Kennedy said. "Each of these students has demonstrated that they are equally committed to getting the most out of their career-driven education."

To receive President's List honors, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. For Dean's List, full-time students must receive a GPA of 3.25. Part-Time Honors are awarded to students earning at least a 3.25 GPA on six to 11 credit hours.

Among the students who earned honors for academics was:

Monica R. Lysko of Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601 who is majoring in criminal investigation and is a 2006 graduate of Franklin D. Roosevelt High School, made President's List. Lysko graduated in May 2010.

SUNY Canton offers a wide variety of career-driven bachelor's, associate, and certificate programs. Most of SUNY Canton's new four-year programs are designed so students can take them on-campus, online, or both. SUNY Canton OnLine features more than 150 courses online each semester. The College's athletic teams belong to the NAIA's Sunrise Conference, enabling students to compete in their respective sports for four years. Construction is now underway for the College's new Convocation, Athletic, and Recreation Center nicknamed Roos House, as well as a new apartment-style residence hall, featuring 304 single-occupancy rooms.

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