On Point

Helping first-generation youth get into college, stay there, and succeed since 1999! Serving Central New York and the Mohawk Valley.

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🌟 Meet Dr. Ayuong Arop, one of our 2026 Utica Celebration Alumni Star honorees!

A first-generation college student turned dentist, Dr. Arop is now an associate dentist in New Hartford, with plans for practice ownership.

Read her story: https://t.co/4bUtNY6tdJ

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From helping one student to changing thousands of lives!

Our founder, Ginny Donohue, will receive the prestigious Mary Smith Lockwood Medal for Education at our Nov. 12 Utica Celebration! 💙

🔗Read more: https://t.co/QOQARY1QHz

#KeepItOnPoint #DARFoundersMedals

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Another achievement to celebrate! ✨

Congratulations to On Point student Sabah Haji, named a 2026 Women In Defense National Scholar! Now pursuing her master’s, Sabah continues to inspire us as our Nov. 12 Utica Celebration approaches.

Read more:
https://t.co/6BtKQlspyp

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From Utica to Yale Law School, Trinh Truong’s journey is a powerful story of opportunity, community, and giving back.

We’re proud to have been part of her journey and excited to see where her path leads next. 💙

Read the full story: https://t.co/e8vpBNQIq7

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On Point for College’s Utica Career Services team welcomed Krystal Curley from the @NYSCivilService for a workshop on state jobs, internships & civil service opportunities.

Students explored career paths, job searches, and Student Assistant positions.

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Our students had a great day visiting SUNY Albany, experiencing campus life, and learning more about the opportunities ahead.

Every college tour is another step toward finding the right path for the future. 🎓

#KeepItOnPoint #CollegeTour

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📣 We’re hiring!

Join the On Point team and help students build their futures.

📍 Syracuse • Utica • Cayuga County • Oswego County

🔗 Explore open roles and apply:
https://t.co/ruy4kTuLTB

#Hiring #KeepItOnPoint

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🎉Happy School Board Recognition Week!

We’re proud to recognize Syracuse City School District Board President Tamica Barnett, an On Point for College alumna, for her leadership and service.

Leave a note of appreciation for our local school board members in the comments! 💙

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Only 4 weeks to go! 🎉 Join us for the 2026 Utica Celebration Dinner as we celebrate our students, alumni & community champions.

📅 Nov. 12 | 5:30–8 PM
📍 Hart’s Hill Inn, Whitesboro

Learn more & register: https://t.co/JiTHDlm34I

#KeepItOnPoint #Uticacelebration

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Explore careers in construction & skilled trades at our Career Information Session!

📅 Oct. 14 | 11 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Jubilee Homes of Syracuse

Connect with employers, explore opportunities & learn about apprenticeships.

Register: https://t.co/6zZIRQDBuk

#KeepItOnPoint #Career

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Be part of the 2027 Syracuse Celebration! 🎉

Volunteers needed for:
• Planning Committee: About 1 hour/week
• Event Day: Setup, cleanup & event support

Interested? Email us at
[email protected]

#KeepItOnPoint #SyracuseCelebration

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📢 Important Office Update:
Our Syracuse office will be closed on Friday, October 9.

We’ll be open as usual on Monday, October 12, despite the federal holiday.

Please plan your visit accordingly.

#KeepItOnPoint #OfficeUpdate

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Join us for the 2026 On Point for College Utica Celebration!

Celebrate our students, alumni, honorees, and community partners making an impact across the Mohawk Valley.

📅 Nov. 12 | 5:30–8 PM
📍 Hart’s Hill Inn, Whitesboro

Register: https://t.co/UZdiAMy0rn

#KeepItOnPoint

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💙 Help students achieve their college dreams! We're looking for volunteers to support mentoring, transportation, college tours, events, and more.

🔗 Volunteer with On Point for College:
https://t.co/UIAbzw4MKh

#Volunteer #KeepItOnPoint

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Proud to see Sam Rowser featured by @OnondagaCC as a 2026 Alumni Faces honoree. From OCC student to Executive Director of On Point for College, his journey is rooted in community, mentorship, service, and opening doors for others.

Read his story:
https://t.co/ihNOH89z1Q

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Congratulations to our Executive Director, Sam Rowser, on receiving the Friend of Community College Award!
Sam’s commitment to students and our community has always been at the heart of his work. Proud to see it recognized.

https://t.co/YSBGE7iHib

#KeepItOnPoint #OCC

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Power Hour is LIVE — and time is running out.

Until 9 PM tonight, every online gift to On Point can be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $250 per donation.

If you’ve been thinking about giving, this is the ONLY moment.

https://t.co/arySGSQh4F

#MohawkValleyGives #KeepItOnPoint

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Last chance to give.

Nan says it best: investing in our community means investing in our future.

Mohawk Valley Gives ends at 9 PM today.
Make your gift now and help a student keep moving forward.

https://t.co/arySGSQh4F

#MohawkValleyGives #KeepItOnPoint

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These numbers tell only part of the story.

Behind every number is a student working toward a brighter future.

Today is the final day of Mohawk Valley Gives. Make your gift and help a student cross the finish line. 💙

https://t.co/arySGSQh4F

#MohawkValleyGives #KeepItOnPoint

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Nan knows firsthand what investing in our community can make possible.

Her message: when we support local students, we invest in our shared future.

Mohawk Valley Gives ends Sept. 18—don’t miss your chance to make an impact. Give today: https://t.co/arySGSQh4F

#InvestInStudents