Workforce Connections: University-Business Mixer
Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM EDT
Location
SUNY Canton Woodcock Conference Suite
Miller Campus Center 212-214
34 Cornell Drive, Canton, NY
Fees/Admission
No fee, thanks to the generosity of the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley
Website
Contact Information
Ben Dixon, Ben@SLCchamber.org
Description
Workforce Connections: University-Business Mixer
Building Futures - Internships & The Student Experience
Chamber members and employers are invited to connect with representatives from the member universities of the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley (Clarkson University, St. Lawrence University, SUNY Canton, and SUNY Potsdam) to explore the value of student internships and their impact on businesses, students’ academic growth, and the broader community.
The evening will begin with an optional employer-and-student panel at 4:30, as they share real stories and lessons learned from successful internships. College leadership will then highlight how internships strengthen students, support employers, and contribute to the vitality of St. Lawrence County. The program will conclude with a networking mixer, offering employers, educators, and community members the chance to build meaningful connections.
Refreshments will be served, and a cash bar will be available by The Happy Hive LLC.
A Two-Part Series:
This event will be followed by a virtual webinar, Getting Started with Associated Colleges Internships, on Wednesday, November 5, 12:00–1:00 p.m. During this session, each college will present its internship opportunities, showcasing the unique ways students can contribute to local businesses.
This event is hosted by the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley, Potsdam Chamber of Commerce, and St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce.
Building Futures - Internships & The Student Experience
Chamber members and employers are invited to connect with representatives from the member universities of the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley (Clarkson University, St. Lawrence University, SUNY Canton, and SUNY Potsdam) to explore the value of student internships and their impact on businesses, students’ academic growth, and the broader community.
The evening will begin with an optional employer-and-student panel at 4:30, as they share real stories and lessons learned from successful internships. College leadership will then highlight how internships strengthen students, support employers, and contribute to the vitality of St. Lawrence County. The program will conclude with a networking mixer, offering employers, educators, and community members the chance to build meaningful connections.
Refreshments will be served, and a cash bar will be available by The Happy Hive LLC.
A Two-Part Series:
This event will be followed by a virtual webinar, Getting Started with Associated Colleges Internships, on Wednesday, November 5, 12:00–1:00 p.m. During this session, each college will present its internship opportunities, showcasing the unique ways students can contribute to local businesses.
This event is hosted by the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley, Potsdam Chamber of Commerce, and St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce.
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