Turage Stephenson developed a strong background in electrical work at a young age. While growing up in Florida, he often spent time on the job with his father who was a well-known electrician for high-end homes under construction. "It was hard work in the hot sun, wiring buildings which didn't…
Colleen Stevens never saw it coming. At this summer's APACS Conference & Annual Meeting, she was the most surprised person in the room when presented with the prestigious Dr. John Staley Award for Outstanding Service. "We go to this conference every year and they give out awards, usually to…
Onondaga Community College will host the Syracuse Police Department's Training Academies through at least the year 2025. Campus facilities will be used to both train future officers and host other police training courses. Designated OCC classrooms, offices, and athletic facilities will be…
When Ashley Menifee heard about the Syracuse Surge program it almost sounded too good to be true. The 32-year-old iron worker from Syracuse was exploring employment possibilities and considering his options. "Work was slow. I saw this as an opportunity I should take advantage of."
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Josanique Everson decided to change the course of her life, and the Syracuse Surge Workforce program provided her with the opportunity to do so. "One day I had an epiphany! I wanted to do something that wasn't so 9 to 5 oriented and more career oriented."
That brought her to Onondaga…