FLCC's Bright Minds Shine at SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference

Two students from Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC), Suzanne Oyston and Emily Relyea, presented their research at the 10th annual SUNY Student Undergraduate Research Conference (SUNY SURC) 2024. The conference was held at the University of Buffalo on April 15 and will continue at Suffolk County Community College on April 26. It brings together student researchers and faculty mentors from the State University of New York (SUNY) system for academic activities.

Suzanne and Emily were among the 46 students chosen to give oral presentations, a significant recognition as most participants came from four-year institutions. Their participation highlights the strong research and preparation support at FLCC, coordinated by Professor Mark Worrell and a team of faculty and staff.

Emily’s presentation discussed the financial challenges faced by Medicare recipients with cancer, based on her research in Dr. Worrell’s ENG 101 class in Fall 2023. She called for Medicare reform to address rising healthcare costs in the U.S. Suzanne’s research, from Prof. Meg Gillio’s ENG 103 course, focused on improving language access for Deaf children. She stressed the need for better collaboration with the Deaf community to support these children’s development.

Both students thanked their mentors and the FLCC faculty for their support at SUNY SURC 2024. Emily valued the guidance from Dr. Worrell and the panel, which included Professors Theresa Gauthier, Delia Ackerman, Richard Cook, Christine Parker, and others. Suzanne was inspired by the variety of research projects and the enthusiasm of her peers.

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