SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury

You Don’t Have to Leave to Go Far

Nestled between Saratoga Springs and the southern Adirondacks, the SUNY Plattsburgh Branch Campus at Queensbury serves as a center for students and the region by providing relevant, high-quality educational programs at an affordable cost.

Housed on the campus of SUNY Adirondack, our branch campus is a transfer-friendly location for both traditional students and working adults. Our bachelor degree completion programs are designed for students who have completed an associate degree or the equivalent of about 60 credits. Whether you explore one of our undergraduate or graduate programs, you can expect to develop meaningful connections with our top-of-field faculty and engage in experiential learning opportunities that lead to exciting career opportunities.

Spring 2024 Branch Campus Events

Dual Admission Signing Ceremony

SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury entered into a dual admission agreement with SUNY Adirondack that allows students at Adirondack to seamlessly transfer into related Plattsburgh bachelor’s degree programs at the branch campus. The agreement simplifies the transfer process for students earning their associate degree to move on to a four-year degree at SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury without the need to submit a second application for admission. Read more about the event and dual admission program.

Date: Monday, April 15, 2024
Location: SUNY Adirondack campus, 640 Bay Road, Queensbury

University Council Meeting

The University Council at SUNY Plattsburgh serves as an advisory and oversight body to the campus and to the president and senior administration of SUNY Plattsburgh.

Date & Time: Monday, April 15 starting at 1 p.m.
Location: Regional Higher Education Center
Learn more about the SUNY Plattsburgh University Council

TRTH Racial Healing Circle

Presented by the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center and the SUNY Plattsburgh Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. All are welcome — join us.

Date & Time: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Bryan Hall 148

Branch Campus Newsletter

In our current edition, learn about our new testing space, upcoming program info sessions and important save-the-date information for spring 2024.

SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury Community News, January 2024

News & Event Archive

Newsletter Archive
Fall 2023 Events
Cardinal Careers Alumni Panel
- Date: Nov. 15, 2023
- Time: 3-4:30 p.m.
- Location: Bryan Hall, Room 128, SUNY Adirondack
For National Career Development Month, join SUNY Adirondack and SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury psychology and criminal justice alumni to explore local career pathways, learn about employment opportunities and gain academic and career insight. Refreshments provided are sponsored by the Plattsburgh Alumni Association.

Meet the Panelists

Brandon Barton ’12 G’14 is the clinical director of Northern Regional Services at Kee to Independent Growth, is a licensed mental health counselor in NYS, and is certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Brandon conducted research in several studies during his graduate studies at SUNY Plattsburgh, including the experiences of minority women immigrants in Canada and adult experiences of gender-based violence. While enrolled at the Queensbury campus, Brandon explored the impact of life defeat and victory on mood and attachment patterns under the tutelage of Dr. Sturman. Brandon fervently supports the advancement of behavioral health and believes that all individuals deserve quality care, most especially vulnerable populations who lack access to basic services. In his downtime, Brandon enjoys hiking with his rescue dog Jack, a good Netflix binge, balloon chasing, pickle ball and spending time with family and friends.

His advice to students: “It's okay to not know what you want to do after graduation. Be positive, productive and proactive and you'll discover yourself along the journey and where your passion lies.”

Tracy Canaday ’14 secured employment with the Rensselaer County DA’s office as the county re-entry task force coordinator in 2014. After completing the National Institute of Corrections Workforce Development Specialist Training, Tracy facilitated Ready, Set, Work Groups for those returning to the workforce from state incarceration. In 2017, Tracy transitioned to the position of offender rehabilitation counselor in the NYS Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision at Coxsackie Correctional Facility and a promotion in 2018 led to the job of an assistant re-entry manager for the entire Hudson Valley region. She has presented on panels for the Dept. of Criminal Justice Services, American Parole and Probation Association, and the American Correctional Association. In addition to recognition for her talks on staff wellness, Tracy is an active member of Women in Corrections, Minority in Corrections as well as the American Correctional Association. Tracy attributes the amazing faculty at SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury for pushing her and helping her grow professionally and find her passion. She is thankful for the flexibility of the program and the impact it has had on her professional success.

Her advice to students: “Enjoy this time. Seize the opportunity to be involved in as much as possible.”

Kiersten DeCanio ‘21 serves as district office manager for New York state assemblyman Matt Simpson. A graduate of SUNY Adirondack (2019) and SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury (2021), Kiersten earned associate and bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice. During her time in college, Kiersten was involved in many organizations and leadership roles on campus including Student Senate, College Activity Board, Faculty Student Association, Plattsburgh Activity Committee and more. During her senior year, Kiersten began working for assemblyman Matt Simpson and has been employed in his office for almost three years. Some of her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, rollerblading, and traveling!

Her advice to students: “Get involved in clubs on campus! You will meet new people, learn new skills and it’s a great resume builder!”

Ashley McCarthy ’20 was determined not to let finances interfere with her continued studies so that she could grow in a career she was already passionate about. As a first-generation college student, she turned to her advisors at SUNY Adirondack to help her explore options that financially made sense, which led her to complete her bachelor’s degree in psychology at SUNY Plattsburgh’s branch campus. After graduating in 2020 Ashley was promoted to assistant coordinator of Housing First at Ascend Mental Wellness and a year later was promoted again to residential coordinator. By helping clients find housing and be able to age in place, Ashley helps clients build a solid foundation from which to increase their quality of life. Ashley shares, “I will forever be grateful to have had the opportunity to gain experience in the mental health field while obtaining my degree in psychology.”

Her advice to students: “Put in the hard work and dedication today for a brighter future. Regardless of how you define success, it requires sacrifice and self determination. Learning self-discipline is key, however above all, don’t ever give up on yourself.”

Courtney Oswald ’16 has worked as a child welfare caseworker in Preventive Services for the Warren County Dept. of Social Services for the last six years. In this role, she works in conjunction with the Queensbury School District to provide services directly to students during the school day. In addition to assisting in investigative reports of abuse and neglect, Courtney provides support to parents and children who have been impacted by mental health and substance abuse and helps families who are struggling financially to navigate the welfare system. Courtney shares her Saratoga home with her fur babies, Roxy and Bentley. In her downtime she loves to craft, is addicted to bingo, and contemplates a side business in catering to provide an outlet for her love of cooking. Her time at SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury gave her a strong foundation in both criminal justice and psychology that she applies to her work, whether navigating and understanding the legal system or providing trauma-informed care to clients. During her senior year, Courtney temporarily lost her eyesight. Reflecting back, she shares, “I couldn’t be more grateful to professor Mark Beaulieu for helping me through some of the worst weeks of my life while I recovered. I could barely see the board and wanted to give up each day, yet he continued to encourage me to push through — and that speaks to the quality of the staff at SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury.”

Her advice to students: “Never give up on your education, even when it seems like life is throwing every possible obstacle in the way of that diploma. In the end, perseverance will help you through many of life's sticky situations. No one can take away your education, so keep fighting for it!”

Brittany Shufelt ’21 is an employment counselor with Northern Rivers: Unlimited Potential, located in Saratoga Springs. In her dynamic role, she helps individuals with the gamut of career needs, including job searching, resume building, interview prep, and even on-site job counseling should clients elect. Brittany finds her role very fulfilling. She shares “some people have struggled finding jobs and when I step in and help them get one seeing the smile on their faces is what makes the job worthwhile.” Prior, Brittany worked with homeless youth as a Youth Care Worker at the Wait House.

Her advice to students: “Don’t be afraid to ask your professors for help. They are there to guide you along the way and want to see you succeed just as much as you want to succeed. ”

Career Development Center

The SUNY Plattsburgh Career Development Center is ready to help you with personal career coaching, resume and cover letter review and development, job and interview prep and more. Reach out today:

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