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Christine Shanks working with a smiling student

Faculty Profile: Christine Shanks

“I believe in the mission of community colleges to provide exceptional education and support for a reasonable cost to their students."
A professor sits outdoors in a forested area, engaging with a group of students seated around him, holding notes and gesturing while leading a discussion.

Faculty Profile: Kelly Wessell

"I always knew I belonged in the classroom," said Wessell. "After I earned my Ph.D., I focused my job search on community colleges because that is where you get to teach!"
Sophia Georgiakaki smiling and standing in front of large windows with trees in the background.

Faculty Profile: Sophia Georgiakaki

Sophia Georgiakaki means it when she says she is living her dream. Growing up in Greece, she participated in math competitions and was even a member of the Greek National Team in International...
Alfie Okaru and Madisyn Zimmer standing in front of the pool

NYS Grant to Expand Swimming Education

Tompkins Cortland Community College has been awarded a $36,300 grant by New York State as part of the state’s initiative to expand access to swimming pools and prevent drowning. TC3 will use the grant...

Empire State Services Corps to Include TC3 Students

The Empire State Services Corps will include students from Tompkins Cortland Community College this fall. TC3 has been awarded five spaces in the new statewide program that pays college students for...

College Secures $15,000 Grant to Help Tioga County Students

The Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation has awarded a $15,000 grant to support Tioga County residents studying at Tompkins Cortland Community College during the 2024-25 academic year. The Owego-based...