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2012-2013 COLLEGE CATALOG 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, New York 13215-4585 (315) 498-2622 | www.sunyocc.edu About Onondaga Community College The College and all those who support community-based higher Onondaga Community College is a college of the education for all. We inspire our students to acquire State University of New York system and one of 30 the knowledge, skills and dispositions essential to locally sponsored community colleges throughout living well and becoming fully engaged citizens in their New York State. The College is the second largest communities. undergraduate institution in Central New York. The College welcomes those who, at any life stage, Onondaga County is the local sponsor for Onondaga desire to pursue higher education, seek preparation for Community College. a specific career or job, acquire new knowledge and Onondaga opened its doors 50 years ago to 500 skills, or enrich their lives. freshmen at Midtown Plaza in the urban center of To reflect our shared educational philosophy, Onondaga Syracuse, New York. The College moved to its present site in 1973, situated upon 280 acres on Onondaga Community College has established an essential set Hill, four miles from the city. The campus is noted for of Institutional Learning Outcomes, which serves as its hills, wooded terrain and expansive views. the underpinning of all programs and services offered by the College. Regardless of degree program, the Seven academic buildings house nearly 50 programs outcomes that all Onondaga graduates will meet are: of study, which are supported by dedicated faculty and staff members who remain steadfast in their 1. Aesthetic & Ethical Growth commitment to student success. Student enrollment The student will develop an expanded awareness and has grown to nearly 13,000 students with more than appreciation of the arts and nature, and act ethically and 40,000 alumni. Onondaga strives to provide the full responsibly in personal and professional settings. college experience and offers a diverse complement of 2. Analytical Reasoning & Critical Thinking clubs, organizations, art and culture activities through The student will think critically to identify, analyze and the Arts Across Campus program, and intramurals solve problems in a variety of situations and areas of to enrich student life. The College also offers 15 men’s and women’s NJCAA athletic teams with several study. earning national recognition. 3. Global Awareness & Inclusion In addition, the College built three modern, all-suite The student will recognize and respect similarities and residence halls to accommodate nearly 600 students differences among global, generational and historical in 2006. Due to the demand for additional campus perspectives. housing, a fourth residence hall is set to open in 4. Effective Communication fall 2012 and will accommodate an additional 166 The student will speak, read, write and listen well. students. 5. Technological Literacy Students can also earn a bachelor’s degree on the The student will use forms of technology critically Onondaga campus through innovative partnerships and effectively to achieve informational, educational, with SUNY Empire State College, SUNY Cobleskill, personal and professional goals. SUNY Delhi, Kaplan University and Keuka College at the regional higher education center in Mulroy 6. Personal Growth & Wellness Hall. This facility also houses the College’s community The student will maintain and improve physical, mental education programs, which include classes for and emotional well-being. personal enrichment and professional development; In addition to the academic coursework in which customized training for local businesses; and special students will engage in support of these outcomes, programs for children and teens, small businesses and Onondaga Community College is committed to other organizations. providing extra- and co-curricular opportunities for all The College continues to serve the educational and students to enhance their educational experience. These economic development needs of its community, activities include, but are not limited to, service learning, which includes the state-of-the-art SRC Arena and arts events, intramurals and athletics, internships, and Events Center, and a unique partnership with the clubs and organizations. Southwest YMCA at Onondaga. Mission Our Philosophy Onondaga Community College makes high-quality Onondaga Community College values diversity educational programs accessible to our diverse citizenry, and is committed to creating an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized, but also honored empowering individuals to explore and discover their and encouraged to contribute to the rich fabric of the inherent potential and to transform themselves to live, campus and the community. Onondaga Community work and thrive in our global community. College is dedicated to being a diverse educational learning community made up of students, employees i Vision Principles of Community Onondaga Community College will be recognized as Respecting the dignity and diversity of others a leader in higher education and as one of the nation’s is fundamental to the educational process, as most innovative community colleges. Students will well as the hallmark of citizen participation and discover highly credentialed faculty who have chosen interpersonal relationships. Respect knows no to dedicate their careers to teaching, employees who bounds whatever our differences in socioeconomic focus on the value of and service to a diverse student status, race, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, body, and an inclusive and welcoming environment ethnic heritage or religious conviction. that supports achievement of highest potential. Lifelong Therefore, I will respect the dignity and diversity of learning will be nurtured by personal connection, all people. innovative technology, global perspectives and Personal integrity is a highly held value to be open minds. Through its unique public stewardship consciously chosen by an individual both in the responsibility to prepare citizens for productive careers classroom and throughout the campus community. in this region, Onondaga will serve a primary role in Therefore, I will sincerely pursue knowledge with enriching and enhancing the quality of life for all who honesty. live and work in Central New York. We are all in this life and community together. And each of us is 100% responsible for our own actions. Sustainability Therefore, I will learn to work as a member of the Onondaga Community College is committed community as well as independently. to improving the sustainability of the campus by We each affect one another; we are interdependent. considering the environmental, social, and economic We are role models for each other. What happens impacts of the College’s decisions. By signing the to one affects us all. A community characterized by American College and University Presidents’ Climate civility and decency brings out the best in each of us. Commitment in 2007, Onondaga agreed to reduce and eventually eliminate the College’s greenhouse gas Therefore, I am committed to act with the greatest emissions. Since then, Onondaga has been successfully compassion and deepest wisdom. working to integrate sustainable practices throughout Endorsed by the College Faculty, January 2006; presented to the campus operations, to incorporate sustainability Board of Trustees, February 2006 as a concept into the curriculum, and to educate students and employees about sustainability issues. Current initiatives include campus wide recycling, Onondaga Community College is an equal sustainable landscape practices, composting, green opportunity employer and an affirmative action building projects, energy efficiency improvements, institution. The College does not discriminate renewable energy, and sustainability-related classes on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual and educational events. Students are encouraged to orientation, national origin, age, disability, military participate in the College’s sustainability efforts. service or veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law in admissions, employment, access to programs and administration of educational policy. In addition, College policies make sexual harassment unacceptable and intolerable. These policies apply to applicants for admission and employment, students, employees and sources of referral for applications for admissions and employment. The College complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Age Discrimination Act of 1974; Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Executive Order No. 11246, as amended; the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; and, other federal, state and local nondiscrimination laws as they may apply. Questions regarding this statement or compliances with its provisions, including how to file a charge of discrimination protected by the above policies, may be directed to Human Resources, H-1 Hall (315) 498-2330. Important Information Authorization and Accreditation Approved by: Onondaga Community College is accredited by the Onondaga Community College is approved by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. and registered with the New York State Depart- Accreditation was renewed in 2008. Middle States, ment of Education. 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