Hudson Valley Community College

🎓 Heading into college this fall? 🎒
Join us this summer for 'Overcoming the Transition Barrier' at Hudson Valley Community College. This two-week program helps students with disabilities navigate the transition to college life, from mastering syllabi to requesting accommodations.

The course runs Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon, from July 28 to Aug. 6, 2026, at the Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center. It is open to all students, regardless of where they plan to attend college.

Space is limited. Register online by June 30:

Overcoming the Transition Barrier | HVCC This two-week program will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays between July 28 and Aug. 6, 2026 at Hudson Valley Community College’s Fitzgibbons Health Technologies Center, Room 344.

William F. Fagan Appointed Vice Chair of Hudson Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Hudson Valley Community College is pleased to announce that longtime trustee William F. Fagan has been appointed as Vice Chair of the college’s Board of Trustees.

Fagan’s history with the college spans decades.
He is a 1973 HVCC graduate, and has served on the board since 2009.
Fagan also served as a member of the college’s Foundation Board of Directors from 1994 to 2015, acting as vice president and president from 1997 to 2007. In January 2018, he was named Foundation Board director emeritus to honor his leadership and commitment. Additionally, he has contributed to the Faculty Student Association Board of Directors as a member since 2010.

Board Chairperson Neil Kelleher praised the appointment, expressing confidence that Fagan’s skills and long-standing contributions will continue to serve as a valuable asset to the board and the students.

Read more about the appointment: https://www.hvcc.edu/about/news/archives/2026/06/william-f-fagan-named-vice-chair-of-hudson-valley-community-college-board-of-trustees.html

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚💛
We were so grateful to come together earlier this week for our Juneteenth Celebration in the Student Pavilion. It was an inspiring event filled with powerful poetry, live music, great food and talented local vendors.
Thank you to everyone who joined us—wishing you a meaningful day of reflection, celebration and community.

📣 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team
We’re excited to share a range of full-time career opportunities at the college — with several positions closing soon! If you or someone you know is looking to make an impact in higher education, now is the time to apply.

• Director of Counseling Services (closes June 22)
• Laboratory Assistants (closes June 26)
• Instructor – Welding & Fabrication (closes June 28)
• Building Maintenance Worker (closes July 1)
• Associate Director of Student Financial Aid (closes July 6)
• Program Assistant Academics III (closes July 6)
• Facilities Project Manager (closes July 12)
• Student Services Technology Specialist (closes July 12)
• Director of Student Financial Aid (closes July 13)

✨ Whether your expertise is in student services, facilities, instruction, or administration, we offer rewarding opportunities to grow your career and support student success.
👉 Apply today or share with your network: www.hvcc.edu/jobs

Happy National Mascot Day! ⚔️🏈
We are celebrating Victor the Viking and all the energy he brings to our campus. What is your favorite memory with Victor?

🌟Celebrating the P-TECH ECHS Class of 2026🎓
Huge congratulations to the 27 seniors who celebrated their graduation from the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH ECHS) program at HVCC North this past Friday! It was an incredible day highlighting the hard work, innovation and bright futures of these students.

We are so proud that more than half of the graduating class is continuing their academic journey right here at Hudson Valley Community College this fall. They are perusing exciting fields such as engineering science, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, surgical technology and clean energy management.

The event also featured an impressive expo, where more than 30 P-TECH juniors showcased their capstone projects. These students are already tackling real-world challenges with brilliant solutions, including nanoparticle filters designed to clean our waterways, racehorse recovery trackers and AI scanning devices built to identify running injuries.

The future looks bright for these innovators and leaders! 💡

📸View highlights from the event: https://portfolio.hvcc.edu:8095/p-tech_graduation_6-12-2026/ #/

🔗 To learn more about the P-TECH ECHS program, visit:
www.hvcc.edu/north/partnerships.html

Still thinking about taking a summer class? There’s still time... and HVCC has options that fit your schedule!🤩

Whether you want to get ahead on credits or catch up on a required course, we have flexible options to fit your schedule:

⭐3- and 6-week sessions available
⭐On-campus and online options
⭐Affordable tuition

Current Students: Reach out to your academic advisor to plan your schedule and get cleared for registration.

New Students: Welcome to HVCC! Schedule an appointment with the Office of Student Outreach and Retention to get started.

Explore courses, session dates and registration details online: www.hvcc.edu/summer.

Last week, Hudson Valley Community College hosted the inaugural Capital Region Community College AI Symposium. The five Capital Region community colleges—SUNY Adirondack, Columbia‑Greene, Fulton‑Montgomery, Hudson Valley and SUNY Schenectady came together with faculty, administrators, instructional designers and K‑12 partners to explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in education.

The event focused on the responsible and practical use of artificial intelligence in teaching, learning and workforce preparation. It provided participants with an opportunity to examine emerging technologies, engage in thoughtful discussions and explore the opportunities and challenges presented by one of the most transformative developments in education in a generation.

“We were delighted to host the Capital Region Community College AI Symposium,” said Tyler Kessel, dean of Business and Liberal Arts and chair of the college’s AI Council. “Community colleges have always been at the forefront of adapting to change in ways that directly benefit students and the communities we serve. This event reflected our commitment to ensuring that we lead with both innovation and intention.”

Thank you to everyone who participated and to all who worked behind the scenes to make the symposium possible!

🏌️‍♂️ Hudson Valley's 32nd Annual U.W. Marx Golf Classic is returning to the Country Club of Troy on Monday, July 13!

We are looking for individual golfers, teams of four and community sponsors to join us for a fantastic day on the course. Your participation directly funds vital scholarships, emergency assistance and academic programs that help our students succeed.

Whether you want to play 18 holes, promote your business as an event sponsor or join us for the evening cocktail reception and dinner, your support makes a massive impact.

It all begins at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, July 13 at the Troy Country Club.

Space is limited, so secure your spot soon!
👉 Register your team and view sponsorship opportunities: www.hvcc.edu/golfclassic

🏆 What a historic year to be a Viking!

Hudson Valley Community College Athletics recently celebrated the outstanding achievements of our student-athletes, coaches, staff and campus supporters at the annual Year-End Awards. From national titles and historic undefeated streaks to academic excellence, this year’s recipients truly represent the best of HVCC on the field and in the classroom.

Join us in celebrating this year's major award winners:

President's Award
🏆Logan Norman (Baseball)
🏆Gabriella Kholstinin (Volleyball)

Otto Guenther Memorial Award
🏆Dominic Jones (Football)
🏆Ava Dwyer (Women's Track & Field)

Lester Higbee Award
🏆Bryn Fitzmaurice (Women's Tennis)

Thomas Cahill Award
🏆Makai Gordon (Men's Track & Field)

Dr. Andrew J. Matonak Character Award
🏆Meaghan Cassabonne (Women's Soccer/Softball)

Paul F. Bishop Coach of the Year
🏆Therese DeCan (Women's Volleyball)

Phil Brown Assistant Coach of the Year
🏆Scott Quenneville (Men's Golf)

Willie A. Hammett Award for Excellence in Student Service
🏆Ian LaChance (Associate VP for Student Affairs)

John L. Buono Award for Citizenship
🏆 Zachary Yannone (Director of Event Services)

Thank you to all of our student-athletes, coaches and staff for making the 2025-26 academic year one for the record books.

🔗 Read more about the incredible stats and achievements behind each award: https://hvccathletics.com/general/2025-26/releases/20260607w6j5k8