"The faculty members here are more than just professors; they're mentors, as
well." Stephanie Dawes, Music
"The faculty here is outstanding" Colin Sutliff, Class of 2006
Did you know? OCC offers only small class sizes so students can
benefit from personal attention.
"One of the greatest things I learned at Onondaga was the importance of giving
back to my community." Deraux Branch, Class of 1988
"College is not a measure of who you are. It is an exploration of who you will
become."
Debbie Sydow, Ph.D. - President
"The faculty believes in the potential each student brings here."
Dr. Ednita Wright, Human Services + Teacher Education
"Going to Onondaga gave me choices." Rick Shirtz, Class of 1977
Did you know? Arts Across Campus brings exciting performers, events,
exhibits, and speakers to campus year round.
"Choosing to live on campus was one of the best decisions I could have made."
Kayla Spivey - Humanities + Social Services
Did you know? OCC has three new suite style residence halls.
"The opportunities that Onondaga creates for students are limitless."
Chuck Wilbur, Men's Lacrosse Coach
Did you know? 80% of students receive some form of financial aid.
"Besides great teachers and facilities, OCC has many kinds of services that
help students be successful." Hui Chen, Business Technology, Class
of 2007
"I was surprised with the personal level of relationship you and your teachers
develop." Kasey Fellows, Class of 2007
Did you know? OCC's North Campus offers convenient access for students
in Syracuse's northern suburbs.
"The college programs are amazing! I consider my professors close friends."
Ty Overton, Electronic Media Communications, Class of 2007
"The faculty and staff have a real passion for helping students."
Xiaoting Bai, Health Information Technology
Did you know? Onondaga is the second largest undergraduate institution
in Central New York.
"Onondaga has small, close knit classrooms where students can get to know their
professors." Sarah Korcz, Student Trustee
"My best experience here so far is enjoying the company and friendship of other
Veterans in the Veterans Club." Craig LaDuke, Criminal Justice
Did you know? OCC has over 70 transfer agreements with numerous
institutions nationwide.
"I want to see students succeed just as much as they want to reach success themselves."
Andrew Russell, Enrollment Associate
Did you know? Students can complete bachelor and master degrees
at OCC through a partnership with Keuka College.
Did you know? Onondaga has 9 intercollegiate men's and women's
athletic teams.
"Winning a national championship has been something I have always wanted to
do, and Onondaga was the reason I could finally meet that dream." Andy
Lamb, Men's Lacrosse
Did you know? A nationally recognized Children's Learning Center
is available to students at OCC.
Did you know? More than 20 student clubs and organizations are
offered at OCC.
"Teaching is really what I most enjoy doing." Dr. Rob Bridge -
Music
Did you know? OCC offers hundreds of personal enrichment courses
to the surrounding community.
"My time at Onondaga introduced me to a lot of great people who shared with
me what they knew about the world." Brent Sears, Class of 2005
Did you know? OCC offers an application that is easy and free.
"The future starts right away when you get an opportunity, and I got that opportunity
at Onondaga." John Dau, Class of 2004
Did you know? Onondaga's student population represents 22 different
countries.
"Onondaga is the catapult to my future." Maoti Gborkorquellie,
Psychology
"Onondaga's diversity creates its own environment of cultural learning and
acceptance of others." Mike Stockton, Human Services
"I still use lessons learned at Onondaga in my job everyday." Niko
Tamurian, Class of 2005