New York Governor Kathy Hochul has approved a $32 million investment for a new Applied Technology Facility at SUNY Delhi. The facility will be located at the site of the university’s North Hall and is expected to be operational by 2030. Covering 15,000 square feet, the facility is intended to support the mechatronics program, providing training in areas such as machining, welding, 3D printing, and robotics. According to the Governor’s office, the project is part of efforts to support workforce development and economic growth in New York.
SUNY Delhi’s mechatronics program supports the future of advanced manufacturing in New York State. The mechatronics field integrates mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, and control systems. With high demand for skilled workers in the industry, the new facility at SUNY Delhi is expected to help address this workforce gap.
During a recent campus tour, SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and SUNY Delhi President Mary Bonderoff highlighted the significance of the investment. Chancellor King emphasized the SUNY system’s role in promoting upward mobility and preparing the state’s workforce. President Bonderoff expressed appreciation for the project and said the new facility will provide opportunities for students pursuing careers in high-demand fields.
The SUNY Construction Fund has allocated $24 million for the project, supplemented by an $8 million contribution from the Regional Economic Development Council Capital Fund, administered by Empire State Development. SUNY Delhi reports that graduates from these programs have achieved 100% job placement rates, often moving directly into management positions.
The upgrade will also include program enhancements designed to expand student access to careers in high-demand fields. Once the facility and updated programs are in place, projections indicate an increase in the number of credentialed graduates entering the Southern Tier workforce. The SUNY system, serving more than 1.4 million students across New York, remains a major educational institution with significant statewide impact. SUNY Delhi continues to maintain a record of preparing graduates for careers in applied technologies. More information about SUNY and SUNY Delhi’s programs is available on their official websites.
