Regional Board of Trustees
Seven trustees are appointed by its supporting counties—Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben. Six are appointed by the Governor of New York State, and one is elected by the students. All trustees are residents of the College region and serve seven-year terms, except the student trustee who serves a one-year term. Their terms of service vary in length, and they can be reappointed for extended terms.
As the governing body of an institution dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion, the Regional Board of Trustees of SUNY Corning Community College reaffirms the College’s mission to provide access to a high-quality education for all individuals in a safe and open environment. Accordingly, in light of recent events that serve a painful reminder of the role that systemic racism plays in our country, the College is strongly committed to standing up for the oppressed and the marginalized and to constantly improving our practices, policies and programs so that they are deeply rooted in guiding principles of social justice and reform. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Regional Board of Trustees supports the President’s recently announced actions:· Create town hall sessions and educational series on social justice, anti-racism, and equity for all students, faculty and staff at our college· Enhance cultural competency training for all who lead our institution and deliver our courses, programs, and services· Evaluate data to address disproportionate outcomes and identify issues of inequity and disparate treatment.
BOARD MEETINGS
All Board meetings take place in person at the SUNY Corning Community College Health Center on Denison Parkway, room 110, starting at 5:30 p.m. If a meeting is held remotely, it will be announced on the public website and MyCorning, allowing the public to access it via streaming.
Week of Committee Meetings | Board Meetings |
January 27, 2025 | February 6, 2025 |
November 18, 2024 | December 5, 2024 |
October 7, 2024 | October 17, 2024 |
August 19, 2024 | August 29, 2024 |
July 15, 2024 | July 18, 2024 |
May 27, 2024 | June 6, 2024 |
April 15, 2024 | April 24, 2024 |
March 4, 2024 | March 14, 2024 |
January 22, 2024 | February 1, 2024 |
Name |
Appointment & County |
Term Expires |
Michael J. Wayne, Chair |
County, Chemung |
June 2031 |
Judy McKinney Cherry, Vice Chair |
Governor, Schuyler |
June 2028 |
Heather Reynolds, Treasurer |
Governor, Steuben |
June 2028 |
Ronald E. Allison |
County, Chemung |
June 2026 |
Dr. Polly W. Chu |
County, Steuben |
June 2026 |
Dr. Kintu Early |
County, Steuben |
June 2031 |
Sally Jacoby-Murphy |
Governor, Steuben |
June 2028 |
Margaret J. Lawrence |
County, Schuyler |
June 2029 |
Joe Rowe |
Governor, Chemung |
June 2030 |
Nancy M. Wightman |
County, Steuben |
June 2027 |
Alan S. Winston |
County, Chemung |
June 2025 |
Collin Kane |
Student Trustee |
2025 |