Four Empire State University students have been selected as recipients of the 2026 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. Lenti Aier, Muhammad Amirul Islam Fahim, Jessica Nivens, and Christol Wright will be recognized during a ceremony at the Albany Capital Center on April 27.  

The highest honor granted to a SUNY student, the SUNY Chancellor’s Award celebrates students with exemplary achievements in academics, leadership, civics and service, or performing arts, among other areas.  

“We are so proud of these extraordinary SUNY Empire students for all they have accomplished at the university and beyond,” said Empire State University President Lisa Vollendorf. “Their deep commitment to service is already making a meaningful impact in our communities. I look forward to seeing their many achievements still to come.” 

 

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