Broome Community College - Citadel Yearbook (Binghamton, NY)

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New York Institute of Applied Arts Sciences The Life Times he College graduated its first class in 1949. These stu- dents had entered what was then known as the New York Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences at Bingham- ton in the fall of 1947. The original institute was one of five founded in the state in 1946, following the pattern of six agri- cultural and technical institutes which New York had estab- lished earlier in the century. The first programs offered were all occupational in nature and included Chemical, Electrical and Mechanical Technology, as well as Medical and Technical Office Assistant curriculums. In 1953, New York relinquished operating control of the school to a new sponsor, the County of Broome, under provisions of the State Community College Law, and the name was changed to Broome County Technical Institute. In 1956, the name was changed again to Broome Technical Community College, to reflect the increasingly comprehen- sive nature of the educational offerings. In 1971, the name became Broome Community College as the scope of the cur- riculums continued to expand. A big change in the College’s programs began in the late 1950’s as a result of a new emphasis on university-parallel or transfer programs to go along with the college’s occupational offerings. The college was responding to the changing needs of the area and adjusting its offerings to fulfill the mission of catering to the post-high school educational needs of the community. For its first five years, the school was housed in a refur- bished State Guard Armory in downtown Binghamton. This building was located across the street from the Forum and was gutted by fire in September of 1951. For the next five years, Kalurah Temple (now the Church of God building on Washington Street) and two other buildings in the city pro- vided temporary quarters. In 1957, the College moved to its present campus just north of Binghamton. The first addition to the original campus came with the construction of Titche- ner Hall, which was dedicated in 1963. The Library Building was completed five years later, and the Business Building opened in 1972. The Applied Technology Building is under construction, with a fall 1986 opening planned, the Science Building is being enlarged and expansion of the Student Center has also been approved. 1986 marks BCC’s 40th Anniversary. BCC’s history has put it on a firm foundation for the future. Happy Anniversary BCC!!

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David Shaffer Donald W. Beattie A.B., Gordon College A.M., Ph.D., Boston University A.A., North Shore Community College President of the College since 1981. BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE ‘e, BINGHAMTON N Y 13802 PHONE (607) 771-5000 Dear Citadel Reader, Student enthusiasm for their studies is a major reason why educational leadership at the college continues to be stimulated in their work. Seeking excellence in performance is a national as well as an individual choice. Those who provide quality services and instruction are dedicated to this goal which BCC Trustees have established as an anchor for the college's academic program. Those who achieve a measure of excellence in their studies at BCC are rewarded both in their college experience and when they enter the world of work. The College needs to challenge each student to diligently find the secret to their success during such academic pursuits. It is responsible for providing value added learning opportunities in general education and in a given discipline, major or degree certificate program. Faculty and staff do a very good job in this regard. And BCC’s annual attrition rate for the past five years has been improving considerably. The question arises, Is there life after studies at BCC? For those who once identified the College with the misnomer Front Street High and who were surprised with the quality of instruction and the demands on their time (some even failed to survive this new challenge), there was little or no time to become involved with co-curricular or student development activities on campus. Others, successful in their academics, exercise outlets for non- academic interests outside the college in their places of worship, neighborhood centers, the Y or even at home or at a friend’s home. A growing number of students of varied ages find vehicles for pursuing their athletic recreational, social, cultural or service interests on the campus. Considerable opportunities are available to the inquisitive (seeking) or creative person. Nonetheless, the College’s student activities and development program still has a need to grow and mature. My challenge to the underclassperson is to participate in existing student activity initiatives and help them grow by becoming involved even as the Citadel staff have done this year. My challenge to faculty, staff and administration is to continue to help our program and mature. Student life is important at Peete Ot Dr. Beattie 3

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AN ROSS All photos are from Citadels’ put out in the 1950's. Taking a glance backwards helps us to look forward with understanding. The Life Times 5