Office of Business and Community Relations

Located in the heart of downtown Oswego, OBCR offers diversified programs designed to enrich our campus and community by fostering civic engagement and economic development.

Program and Services

Sheldon Institute

The Sheldon Institute for Barbara Shineman Scholars addresses the academic and cultural needs of motivated, inquisitive and creative students with a two week summer program.

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Lifelong Learning

Lifelong Learning is a multiple 4-day program for adults ages 50+ to pursue exciting educational and social experiences on campus.

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Small Business Development Center

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a team of professional counselors who can assist you with all aspects of small business ownership.

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Leadership Oswego County

Leadership Oswego County prepares a select group of county residents to become the community stewards of the future

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Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) encourages and fosters the development and maintenance of volunteer opportunities for Americans aged 55 & over.

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Request for Qualifications

Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is an online system that posts bidding opportunities to pre-qualified consultants on behalf of the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA).

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