Herkimer College Student Honored with SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence

Herkimer College student Elizabeth Cingranelli, of Stittsville, NY, received the 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence.

SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr. awarded 193 students from 62 campuses SUNY’s highest honor for academic excellence and leadership at a ceremony held April 11 in Albany. The award recognizes students for outstanding achievements throughout their SUNY experience in areas including academics, leadership, campus involvement, community service, and the arts.  

Cingranelli serves as Student Government Association president and student representative on the Herkimer College Board of Trustees. She is an active member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and a standout player on the women’s soccer team. Cingranelli is also an active member of her church community.  

Cingranelli earned an associate in arts degree in General Studies in December 2023 and is currently pursuing a second degree in Business Administration with plans to transfer to Wilmington University (Delaware) in the fall. She has been named to the Dean’s List twice.

“Elizabeth’s record exemplifies the high standard we strive to help our students reach,” Herkimer College Officer-in-Charge Nicholas F. Laino said. “She is a true leader and a credit to our college and our community.”