Dr. Steve Tyrell, President of North Country Community College, announced the names of the North Country Community College students who received the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.  This award is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by the State University of New York.

Nicole Blackburn is this year's female recipient of this distinction.

Nicole Blackburn is the daughter Nadine and Brian Blackburn of Holley, NY. Majoring in Health Science, Nicole serves as a student ambassador who welcomes prospective students and families to the College community. Additionally, she is the captain of North Country Community College's Women's Basketball team and a standout midfielder on the school's Lacosse team. As a result of her academic success, Nicole is also the recipient of the Scholar of Promise Award and the Trudeau Institute Biology Ward.

Dr. Tyrell commented, "Both Nicole is a great example of a student who makes the most of their college experience. As you can see, she is a student leader who clearly understands the importance of community and civic responsibilities at the College and in the community. I stand with everyone in the College community in applauding Nicole for her success and recognition of this prestigious award."

Nicole was honored by Dr. Nancy Zimpher, Chancellor of the State University of New York in a formal ceremony held on April 5th in Albany, NY.

Saints Athletics wouldd like to congratulate Nicole on this remarkable accomplishment as well as men's recipient Wyatt Willis. 

"Nicole is very deserving of this award," said Saints Basketball Coach Jerrad Dumont. "With the type of person she is, it doesn't surprise me one bit she achieved this major accomplishment."