November 14, 2025
SUNY officials announced that they’ve chosen a new president for Corning Community College. Dr.Terence Finley is the vice president and Chief Operating Officer Harris Stowe State University in St. Louis Missouri. Dr. Finley says he wants to thank the SUNY Board of Trustees, Chancellor King, and the SUNY Corning Regional Board of Trustees for this opportunity. Finley takes over for Dr William Mulaney who took a job as the president of Rockland Community College back in June.
The SUNY Board of Trustees said, “We are pleased to welcome incoming President Finley, and we are confident Corning Community College will continue to flourish under his leadership. Dr. Finley’s extensive higher education experience will empower him to lead Corning Community College, and its students, into a bright future. We thank Administrator in Charge Kim L. Frock for her leadership during this transition period.”
Dr. Terence Finley said, “I have dedicated the last 15 years to higher education, championing the principles of access, adequacy, and equity for underserved, underrepresented, under-resourced, and in some cases underprepared student populations. My deep commitment to educational excellence is underscored by my unwavering belief in the transformative power of education to drive societal change, elevate communities, and create long-term impact through student success. I want to thank the SUNY Board of Trustees, Chancellor King, and the SUNY Corning Regional Board of Trustees for this opportunity.”
