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Finger Lakes Community College

Canandaigua, NY

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Quick Facts

Success. It's in Our Nature.

1965
Founded
Public community college
Type
6,394
Undergrad
Associate's Colleges
Classification
President: Robert K. Nye

Data from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0) & U.S. Dept. of Education

About Finger Lakes Community College

Finger Lakes Community College: Success. It's in Our Nature.

Nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes region, Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC) has grown from humble beginnings in a Canandaigua storefront in 1967 to a thriving 250-acre park-like campus today. With a motto of "Success. It's in Our Nature.", FLCC is a public community college committed to fostering student achievement and enriching the local community. The college is a hub of activity, notably home to the Constellation Brands – Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC), a significant cultural landmark for the region, reflecting strong community ties and generous support from local partners like the Sands Family.

Students at FLCC benefit from a vibrant and supportive environment. The campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a LEED-certified 78,000 square foot Student Life Center, which houses a modern 400-seat cafeteria, a convenient One-Stop enrollment services center, and the college's first 410-seat auditorium. For those seeking on-campus living, the 356-bed Suites at Laker Landing offer comfortable, affiliated housing adjacent to the main campus, creating a comprehensive college experience right in the heart of the Finger Lakes.

FLCC's history is one of continuous growth and dedication to its students. Reaching its highest enrollment of 6,935 in Fall 2010, the college consistently adapts and expands to meet the educational needs of the community, with current enrollment at 6,025 students. Significant investments, including a million-dollar gift from Constellation Brands and the Sands Family, have further enhanced the campus, ensuring FLCC remains a forward-thinking institution where prospective students and their families can discover quality education and a pathway to a successful future.

Key Highlights

  • Established in 1965, growing from a storefront to a 250-acre park-like campus.
  • Home to the Constellation Brands – Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC), a premier regional venue.
  • Features a LEED-certified 78,000 sq ft Student Life Center with a 400-seat cafeteria and 410-seat auditorium.
  • Offers modern, affiliated housing at the 356-bed Suites at Laker Landing, adjacent to campus.
  • Received its largest gift ever in 2009: a million dollars from Constellation Brands and the Sands Family.
  • Achieved a record headcount enrollment of 6,935 students in Fall 2010.

Timeline

1965
Established as the Community College of the Finger Lakes (CCFL).
1967
Opened its doors in a storefront in Canandaigua, NY.
2009
Received a million-dollar gift from Constellation Brands and the Sands Family.
2009
Main road leading to campus renamed Marvin Sands Drive in honor of Marvin Sands.
2010
Achieved its highest-ever headcount enrollment of 6,935 students.
2010
Construction began on the new 78,000 sq ft Student Life Center.
2012
The LEED-certified Student Life Center opened.
2024–2025
Reported enrollment of 6,025 students.
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61 Years
of Excellence

Leadership

Robert K. Nye
President

Data from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

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