President’s Office

Welcome to a new academic year at SUNY Westchester Community College! Whether you are joining us for the very first time or returning to continue your educational journey, you are an integral part of a vibrant, innovative community dedicated to growth, opportunity, and excellence.

At SUNY WCC, we are committed to meeting the evolving needs of our students and our region. Higher education sits at a critical intersection with the workforce, and we are continuously pivoting to best align the education you receive here with career readiness, economic mobility, and long-term professional success.

Being on the leading edge of modern education requires us to anticipate technological shifts. In our most recent strategic plans, we envisioned a future shaped by rapid technological advances, including artificial intelligence. Today, that future has arrived, and we believe that SUNY WCC is positioned at the forefront.

We have taken proactive, decisive steps to integrate AI responsibly and dynamically across our institution:

• Dedicated AI Committee & Strategy: We established a specialized committee to guide our campus response, ensuring our institutional strategy moves in tandem with technological growth.
• Faculty & Professional Development: We are equipping our faculty and team members with training, resources, and insights from our newly appointed AI Fellows. This ensures our educators explore instructional uses of AI while offering clear guidance on academic integrity and digital literacy.
• Data-Informed Action: Through surveys, we received input from students and staff about their use and interest in A.I. This input informs our next steps as we develop policies and strategies for integrating this new technology. Additionally, we are working with peer community colleges within and beyond SUNY to learn together as Communities of Practice.

As you step onto campus or log into your courses this semester, know that our faculty, administrators, and staff are here to support your goals every step of the way.

Thank you for choosing SUNY WCC as the foundation for your future.

Warm regards,
Dr. Belinda S. Miles President,
SUNY Westchester Community College