Welcome to SUNY Fredonia's Bicentennial Celebration Official Website!
Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Friends, and Campus Supporters,
Welcome to the official site commemorating the 200th anniversary of SUNY Fredonia — a milestone that honors two centuries of excellence, innovation, and transformative impact.
For generations, SUNY Fredonia has stood as a beacon of education in Western New York and across the state. Our alumni — educators, scientists, performers, and leaders — have shaped communities, advanced knowledge, and enriched lives around the globe. This bicentennial is not just a celebration of our past, but a bold reflection of our enduring mission and vision for the future.
On this site, you will discover the remarkable journey of our institution — from its founding roots to its evolution into a dynamic university committed to access, affordability, and academic excellence. You will read stories of lives changed, communities uplifted, and partnerships forged in pursuit of a better world. You will read about the people, the communities, and partnerships that helped shape our university. These stories form the vibrant tapestry of who we are — and who we aspire to become in a rapidly changing higher education landscape.
As the 14th President of SUNY Fredonia, I am deeply honored to be part of this historic moment. When I reflect on our legacy and look ahead to the next 200 years, I envision a university with sustained relevance—one that continues to provide affordable access to high-quality education, empowers students from all backgrounds, transforms lives for the better, serves as a socioeconomic anchor for our region, and leads with purpose and integrity.
To every student who enters our learning spaces to achieve their educational dream — whether here on campus in Fredonia or virtually — my charge to you remains clear and consistent, even beyond the period of my privilege as president: go forth and improve the human condition wherever life takes you.
Thank you for visiting. I invite you to return often, engage with our stories, and celebrate this extraordinary milestone with us.
With deep gratitude for this milestone and,
Very truly yours,
Dr. K
Stephen H. Kolison, Jr., Ph.D.
14th President
State University of New York at Fredonia