Assembly Resolution No. 345

BY: M. of A. Palmesano

COMMENDING Dr. William P. Mullaney for his
leadership and accomplishments as President of SUNY
Corning Community College

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge outstanding individuals within our midst who
have made significant contributions to the communities of this State and
Nation; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Dr.
William P. Mullaney for his leadership and accomplishments as President
of SUNY Corning Community College to be celebrated on Thursday, May 1,
2025; and

WHEREAS, In the summer of 2019, SUNY Corning Community College (CCC)
welcomed Dr. William P. Mullaney as its seventh President; through the
years, he has been dedicated to the success of the College, the
students, and the faculty; his vision has been instrumental in the
betterment of the community and made important contributions to the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Dr. William P. Mullaney has been an integral part of CCC's
strategic planning efforts, leading to the creation of the "Path to the
Future" initiative which shapes new academic programs and optimizes
resource management; and

WHEREAS, Dr. William P. Mullaney has revitalized the College's STEAM
Innovation Zone by securing funding to upgrade the planetarium into a
cutting-edge Digital Dome Theater, launching two new
programs--Mechatronics and Digital Design--and successfully completing a
campus energy retrofit through a public-private partnership with
Siemens, ensuring effective utilization of grant-funded facility
enhancements; and

WHEREAS, Under the leadership of Dr. William P. Mullaney, there have
been significant advancements in health sciences programming, including
the initiation of a Central Service Technician Program, collaboration
with Guthrie Hospital for a Certified Nurse Aide program, and the
expansion of online non-credit offerings such as Medical Administrative
Assistant, Medical Clinical Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician; and

WHEREAS, Several vital programs have been initiated under Dr.
William P. Mullaney's guidance, including the Makerspace lab on the
Spencer Hill Campus, fostering creativity and teamwork among students,
faculty, staff, and community members; and

WHEREAS, Focused on increasing enrollment, Dr. William P. Mullaney
has overseen the development of a comprehensive enrollment-driven
marketing strategy paired with a strategic enrollment management plan;
and

WHEREAS, During Dr. William P. Mullaney's tenure, SUNY CCC has
consistently attained the highest three-year graduation rate among

community colleges within the SUNY system, surpassing national averages;
this remarkable achievement is a testament to Dr. Mullaney's leadership
and vision, highlighting the transformative journey that ensures a
brighter future for SUNY CCC's students and the communities which are
served; and

WHEREAS, The many contributions of Dr. William P. Mullaney are a
testament to his legacy which will inspire future students of SUNY
Corning Community College; his leadership and unwavering dedication to
the faculty and students, as well as his strategic vision, create a
legacy that will define the College for years to come; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those
dedicated individuals who have shown a long and sustained commitment to
excellence unquestionably have earned the recognition and applause of
all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Dr. William P. Mullaney for his leadership and accomplishments
as President of SUNY Corning Community College; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Dr. William P. Mullaney.