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Gary A. Graber Appointed to Genesee Community College Board of Trustees

BATAVIA, NY (09/21/2023) Genesee Community College is proud to announce the appointment of Gary A. Graber to a 7-year term on the Genesee Community College Board of Trustees effective August 16, 2023 through June 30, 2030. This appointment fills the vacancy left by Trustee Emeritus Laurie Miller. Mr. Graber enlisted in the Naval Reserve (Seabees) […]

Genesee Community College Announces Stephanie Ortel, LVT as New Director of Veterinary Technology

Genesee Community College is excited to announce the appointment of Stephanie Ortel, LVT as the new director of Veterinary Technology. With a proven track record of leadership and expertise in the field, Stephanie brings a wealth of experience that will contribute to the continued growth and success of the college’s Veterinary Technology program. Stephanie is a Western […]

Genesee Community College President Dr. James Sunser Announces Retirement

Batavia, NY – After more than a decade of leadership and service to the institution, Genesee Community College President, Dr. James Sunser, announced that he intends to retire at the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year. In a personal message, Sunser informed the campus community and thanked colleagues for being partners in always holding student […]

2023 STEM Grads Earn GCC Degree Alongside High School Diploma

On May 20, 2023 Genesee Community College celebrated its 55th annual Commencement Ceremony with a group of 13 students from area high schools and homeschools deserving special mention. They completed their GCC degree requirements concurrently with their high school diplomas or New York State High School Equivalency. Twelve of these graduates participated in the fifth […]

Genesee for Life: Genesee Community College Graduates Receive Free Tuition for Life

Batavia, NY – Genesee Community College is pleased to announce the launch of Genesee for Life, an innovative program allowing all GCC graduates to return to take credit-bearing courses, tuition free, for life. Returning students will have the opportunity to prepare for new careers, transfer education opportunities, or to gain new skills for personal pursuits. “GCC […]

Genesee Community College Professors Named SUNY Online Teaching Ambassadors

Genesee Community College is proud to announce that Lauren Paisley, professor of Business, and Amy Conley, professor of Accounting and Business, have been selected as SUNY Online Teaching Ambassadors for 2023. Lauren Paisley has been a dedicated full-time faculty member at GCC for eighteen years and has been teaching online since 2003. She holds a […]

GCC’s Children’s Theatre Class Presents “The Last of the Dragons”

 The Last of the Dragons by Kristin Walter, adapted from the story by Edith Nesbit, will be performed by Genesee Community College’s Children’s Theatre class for local schools on April 20 & 21 at 10:30 a.m. The children will have the opportunity to talk to the cast and ask questions after the performance. If you would […]

Winners Announced for GCC’s 14th GLOW Region Tech Wars

On Thursday, March 23, nearly 800 middle and high school students from 24 schools in the GLOW Region gathered for the Genesee Community College’s 14th Tech Wars and 100 3rd-5th grade students attended for STEAM Jam, sponsored by the Genesee County Economic Development Center. The event was a huge success, with students showcasing their skills […]

Tech Wars 2023 Takes Over GCC March 23rd!

Area technology middle and high school students and teachers, along with the GCC ACE department and college community are working hard to prepare for the 14th GLOW Region Tech Wars! The event will be held Thursday, March 23, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Genesee Community College’s Batavia Campus. The annual Tech Wars […]

Genesee Community College Announces Model Tryouts for 42nd Annual Fashion Show “Ageless”

BATAVIA, NY – Genesee Community College is excited to announce the model tryouts for its 42nd annual fashion show, “Ageless”. The tryouts will take place on February 21 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., February 22 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and February 23 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the College’s Forum.  […]

GCC History Club Announces the Historical Horizons Lecture Series Lineup for the Spring 2023 Semester 

Batavia, NY – The Genesee Community College History Club is excited to announce the Historical Horizons Lecture Series schedule for the Spring 2023 semester. The series will kick off Wednesday, February 1, 2023, with Dr. Nicole Eustace discussing: Murder and Mercy on the Susquehanna: Captain Civility of Conestoga Teaches Pennsylvania Colonists Native Principles of Justice.  […]

GCC Foundation Presents Encore 2022, “A Night in Casablanca” 

What: GCC Foundation Presents Encore 2022, “A Night in Casablanca”  When: Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 5 p.m.  Where: William W. Stuart Forum  Genesee Community College  One College Road  Batavia, NY 14020  Who: All are invited to Encore 2022 “A Night in Casablanca”  Background: Genesee Community College Foundation will welcome all guests to its annual […]

“9 CIRCLES” by Bill Cain performed by The Forum Players, Genesee Community College’s Theatre majors

What:              “9 CIRCLES” by Bill Cain   When:             November 11, 12 at 7:30 p.m. and November 13 at 2:00 p.m.                                                                                                      Where:            Stuart Steiner Theatre          Genesee Community College One College Road Batavia, NY 14020   Who:               This play is not recommended for anyone under the age of 16 Synopsis: “9 CIRCLES,” is a […]

GCC Welcomes Public Input for 2023-28 Strategic Planning Process

BATAVIA, NY (10/31/2022) Genesee Community College has begun its 2023 – 2028 Strategic Planning Process and welcomes input from the community! While GCC is continuously evaluating itself against numerous measures, this planning process is a chance to realign the institutional priorities with the ever-changing environment of higher education and the complex economic demands of the […]