SUNY Delhi Announces $32 Million Investment in New State-of-the-Art Applied Technology Facility

The transformational project will expand advanced manufacturing training and strengthen the regional workforce pipeline

Delhi, NY (12/05/2025) — SUNY Delhi is proud to announce a $32 million state investment to develop a new state-of-the-art Applied Technology Facility on the site of North Hall on campus. Expected to open in 2030, the 15,000-square-foot facility will support and expand SUNY Delhi's mechatronics and applied technology programs, preparing students for high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing fields, including machining, pneumatics and hydraulics, CADD, welding, instrumentation controls, robotics, 3D printing, and programmable logic controls.

The investment was announced today during a campus visit from State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr., who joined SUNY Delhi President Mary Bonderoff to share details of the project and highlight its impact on students and the region.

"Through investments focused on workforce development in high-demand fields, we maintain New York and SUNY's position as leaders driving economic growth and upward mobility," Governor Kathy Hochul said in her announcement. "I am proud to support crucial initiatives like SUNY Delhi's mechatronics program to strengthen the future of advanced manufacturing in New York State. I look forward to seeing how this investment helps our students and our state flourish."

Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary field of engineering that integrates mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and control systems. It is central to many applied technology and skilled trades careers. With industries across the state facing significant shortages of qualified workers, the new facility will strengthen SUNY Delhi's ability to meet these workforce needs by providing cutting-edge equipment, modern lab spaces, and increased capacity for student enrollment.

SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. said, "SUNY campuses throughout New York provide an affordable, world-class education that advances upward mobility and powers the state workforce. Thanks to this investment by Governor Hochul, SUNY Delhi will further cement itself as a leader in advanced manufacturing and mechatronics while also giving students the skills to launch a career in a high-demand field."

The SUNY Board of Trustees said, "Thanks to the steadfast support of Governor Hochul and state leaders, SUNY institutions can prepare its students for careers in high-demand industries. We are excited to see how this investment will transform SUNY Delhi's advanced manufacturing programs and continue to align higher education with the needs of our students, state, and economy."

Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, "Under Governor Hochul's leadership, Empire State Development is making smart, high-impact investments designed to expand the opportunity economy to all New Yorkers. The Applied Technology Facility will help to address the needs of high-tech manufacturing industries, providing students with the skills and training necessary to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow."

SUNY Delhi President Mary Bonderoff said, "We are deeply grateful to Governor Hochul, Chancellor King, and our partners at Empire State Development for their vision and leadership in making this transformational investment possible. The new Applied Technology Facility will open doors for students across New York to pursue careers in the rapidly growing manufacturing sector. At SUNY Delhi, we take pride in preparing students to step directly into essential, well-paying careers that strengthen our regional economy. This project is a major step forward for our campus, our community, and workforce development in the Southern Tier."

SUNY Delhi will receive $24 million through the SUNY Construction Fund and $8 million through the Regional Economic Development Council Capital Fund, administered by Empire State Development. Funding will support demolition, environmental remediation, renovation, and construction costs necessary to transform North Hall into a modern Applied Technology Facility.

The new building will house programs in mechatronics and other applied technology disciplines. SUNY Delhi offers SUNY's first mechatronics program with both associate and bachelor's degree options, and graduates enjoy 100 percent job placement with rapid career advancement.

With expanded facilities and updated curricula, SUNY Delhi will increase student access to advanced manufacturing education and significantly grow the number of highly trained graduates entering New York's workforce.

About SUNY Delhi's Applied Technologies Programs

SUNY Delhi has a long-standing reputation for producing highly skilled graduates to meet New York's workforce needs in in-demand areas such as mechatronics, HVACR, welding, electrical construction, plumbing, and construction management. With a commitment to hands-on learning opportunities, internships, and industry partnerships, these applied technologies programs equip students with strong foundational skills that allow them to excel immediately in the job market. SUNY Delhi offers both associate and bachelor's degree pathways, with some programs boasting up to 100 percent job placement and competitive salaries. For more information, visit www.delhi.edu or call (607) 746-6738.

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