SUNY Chancellor King Visits SUNY Plattsburgh to Highlight Successful Co-Location of Clinton Community College on Campus
January 21, 2026
Chancellor King Joined Students, Campus Leaders, Faculty, and Staff to Tour Campus and Discuss Further Opportunities to Invest and Enhance Co-Location Efforts
Plattsburgh, NY — State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today visited SUNY Plattsburgh to highlight Clinton Community College's successful co-location on the SUNY Plattsburgh campus. During his visit, Chancellor King joined SUNY Plattsburgh President Alexander Enyedi and Clinton Community College Acting President Ken Knelly, as well as students, faculty, and staff, to celebrate the co-location of the two campuses and discuss further opportunities to invest in facilities and enhance the student experience at both institutions.
"SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College are vital institutions in the North Country that empower students to pursue a high-quality education and a wide range of careers," SUNY Chancellor King said. "The co-location of SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College is an innovative, locally led model for campus partnerships, and I am thrilled to see how successful this effort has been. This collaboration will continue to support the entire region, and provide students with more opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed in their academic efforts."
The SUNY Board of Trustees said, "Through a creative and bold partnership, SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College have been able to evolve and thrive to provide their students with vital services and to be anchor institutions for the entire region. We commend both institutions and thank Governor Hochul and the State Legislature for their continued support of high-quality, affordable public higher education at SUNY Plattsburgh, Clinton Community College, and at all of our campuses."
In Fall 2025, SUNY Plattsburgh welcomed students and faculty from Clinton Community College to their first semester at their new location on SUNY Plattsburgh's main campus. The co-location has been a success on all fronts: Clinton's enrollment has gone up by over 23% in two years; the funds Clinton is saving on facilities and supplies have taken the campus out of deficit and allowed Clinton to invest in academics and student services; Clinton students have access to the benefits of a wider college campus; SUNY Plattsburgh will enjoy new operational and student service income, and a strengthened transfer pathway for graduating community college students; while students at both institutions can cross-register for easily available classes at the other.
Today, Chancellor King visited Clinton Community College's new location, and reviewed the shared services, amenities, and resources available to students on both campuses. Chancellor King also spoke with students, faculty, and staff from both SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College about how the co-location is progressing, and how to continue investing and improving this initiative.
SUNY Plattsburgh President Alexander Enyedi said, "SUNY Plattsburgh is proud to partner with Clinton Community College and SUNY System to expand educational access and strengthen opportunity in the North Country. Co-location on our campus has created new pathways for students, increased access to academic and student support services, and reinforced our shared commitment to regional vitality. As this work continues, we remain focused on ensuring that students at both institutions benefit from a supportive, connected, and sustainable campus environment."
Clinton Community College Acting President Ken Knelly said, "The new location has been a tremendous success for the faculty, staff, and students at Clinton Community College. We are very proud to showcase it today to the Chancellor and System Administration. We are pleased with the partnership we have with SUNY Plattsburgh, CVPH, Clinton County, and everybody who has been a part of that."
State Senator Daniel Stec said, "The co-location of Clinton Community College and SUNY Plattsburgh is an excellent pairing. Through SUNY Reconnect, adult learners are gaining access to essential workforce skills, and the two universities are able to help create new opportunities within their home community. I'm glad Chancellor King was able to witness it firsthand."
State Assemblymember Michael Cashman said, "SUNY is one of our state's greatest public assets, and its impact is felt most strongly in North Country communities. Programs like SUNY Reconnect showcase the power of SUNY to meet real workforce needs while opening doors for adult learners to advance their careers and lives. The innovative collaboration and co-location of Clinton Community College with SUNY Plattsburgh is a model for how our public institutions can work together to strengthen students' experiences, communities, and the North Country economy."
The relocation of Clinton Community College to SUNY Plattsburgh's campus was first announced in early 2024 as part of the strategy to ensure Clinton Community College's long-term sustainability. The move to SUNY Plattsburgh will continue to support academic and operational sustainability and foster a shared and collaborative environment that benefits students at both institutions.
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