LOCH SHELDRAKE — SUNY Sullivan showcased its new Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program Monday, October 26, with a LinkedIn workshop highlighting the career-readiness opportunities available to participating students.

Launched this fall, the program has grown from approximately seven students to 102. SUNY Sullivan is one of 10 campuses joining the SUNY ASAP|ACE initiative this year, which now serves students at 44 of SUNY’s 64 campuses.

ASAP combines financial assistance, personalized advising and academic support to help students stay enrolled and graduate. Participants receive monthly stipends for expenses such as groceries and transportation, textbook vouchers and a $400 cost-of-attendance award each semester.

Students also work one-on-one with dedicated advisors and can participate in workshops covering study skills, time management, personal finance and career development.

“The program really is about helping students overcome whatever barriers they might be experiencing as a brand-new college student,” said Hannah Warner, SUNY Sullivan Director of ASAP and Student Success Programs. “We’re here to establish that extra support and to give them a community while they’re here.”

The program is part of SUNY’s broader ASAP|ACE initiative, which is supported by $20 million in recurring annual state funding established in May 2026. The initiative aims to serve 10,000 students systemwide.

College officials said ASAP complements other student success efforts by helping students feel connected, supported and prepared for their education and future careers.

Students also shared how the program has helped them navigate college. Michael Granger, an adult learner studying Green Building Technology who returned to school for the first time since 1994, said assistance with textbooks and opportunities to connect with other students have made a difference.

Several students also praised ASAP advisor Cindy Granado, who joined the college in July and helped expand the program.

The event concluded with a LinkedIn workshop, where students worked on their professional headlines, summaries and skills sections as part of the program’s career-readiness offerings.