POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — MAY 5, 2025 — Three Dutchess Community College students were among 193 students from across the SUNY system recognized with the 2025 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, the highest honor given to SUNY students. They were celebrated alongside peers from 63 SUNY campuses during an April 29 ceremony at the Albany Capital Center.
Katelyn Oles (Hyde Park), Rahim Sow (Hopewell Junction) and KarissaLee Thompson (Hyde Park) were honored for their academic excellence, leadership and service during their time at DCC.
SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. wrote: “To this year’s awardees, I extend my heartfelt congratulations. Today, we honor you with the highest recognition given to a SUNY student, acknowledging your dedication and your excellence. We are proud of all that you have achieved here at SUNY. We are rooting for your future success.”
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Founded in 1957, Dutchess Community College is a two-year community college that has earned a reputation for providing an outstanding education and offers one of the lowest tuition rates in New York state. The College currently has four locations including its main campus in Poughkeepsie, DCC @ Fishkill, DCC @ HVR Airport, and DCC @ the Family Partnership Center. For more information visit www.sunydutchess.edu.