Overview:

• Founded in 1966 as Genesee Community College
• Located in Batavia, New York
• Serves over 5,000 students annually
• Offers associate degrees, certificates, and bachelor's degrees
• Notable achievements:
  • Recognized as a "Military Friendly School" by Military Times
  • Ranked among the top 150 community colleges in the nation by Niche
  • Awarded the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence in 2019

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Over 40 student clubs and organizations
  • Intramural sports
  • Student government
  • Cultural events

• Clubs:

  • Academic clubs (e.g., Math Club, Science Club)
  • Special interest clubs (e.g., Anime Club, Gaming Club)
  • Service clubs (e.g., Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross Club)

• Sports Teams:

  • Men's and women's basketball, soccer, volleyball, and cross country
  • Men's baseball and women's softball

• Student Support Services:

  • Academic advising
  • Counseling and mental health services
  • Disability services
  • Tutoring and academic support

• Campus Facilities:

  • Library
  • Student center
  • Fitness center
  • Dining hall
  • Residence halls

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Library with over 100,000 volumes
  • Writing center
  • Math lab
  • Science lab

• Faculty:

  • Over 200 full-time and part-time faculty
  • Many faculty members hold advanced degrees

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Traditional lectures
  • Small group discussions
  • Hands-on learning
  • Online learning

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Supplemental instruction
  • Academic coaching

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors Program
  • Early College High School
  • Workforce Development programs

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Recognized as a top community college in the nation

Rankings:

Ranked among the top 150 community colleges by Niche

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art science and technology labs

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and industries

• Notable Alumni:

  • Chris Collins, former NBA player
  • John Faso, former U.S. Representative
  • Michael Moriarty, actor

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Individual and group counseling
  • Crisis intervention

• Health:

  • Health center
  • Immunization services

• Housing:

  • On-campus residence halls
  • Off-campus housing assistance

• Library Resources:

  • Over 100,000 volumes
  • Online databases
  • Interlibrary loan

• Technology Support:

  • Computer labs
  • Wireless internet access
  • Technical support

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Resume writing assistance
  • Job search support