Collage of students and community members
Together We Thrive

IC in the Community

We are right there with you, Tompkins County.

Everywhere you look, you will find Ithaca College students, faculty, staff, and alumni working side-by-side with you to strengthen our communities and celebrate the place we’re all proud to call home.
1,362
Local Jobs

As a top three employer in Tompkins County, IC provides 1,362 local jobs and invests $99.8 million annually in salaries—supporting families and fueling the local economy.

4,688
Students

 Ithaca College’s students bring energy, innovation, and talent to the community.

$3.21
Million

In local taxes, permits, and fees that support public services

$1.94
Million

Spent at local businesses, including food and hotels, keeping revenue in the community

$3.74
​Million

Invested in partnerships and contributions that strengthen our region

Ithaca's College

Ithaca College is more than a beautiful campus—although it is certainly that!

Ithaca College is Ithaca’s College, proud to be an anchor institution collaborating closely with local and regional partners in our shared pursuit of innovations and services that improve the quality of life in our communities.

Our students bring their education to life by engaging in projects that address real-world challenges, from fostering sustainability initiatives that safeguard our environment to supporting local businesses and schools.

Our faculty lead with expertise and compassion, using their scholarship, research, and creativity to translate the knowledge they create into practical solutions. And all members of our community—faculty, staff, students, and alumni alike—are present as leaders and volunteers, serving on local boards, participating in community service projects, and creating opportunities for cultural exchanges.

This publication offers a glimpse of the many inseparable intersections between Ithaca, the college, and Ithaca, the city, town, and surrounding communities of Tompkins County. We are committed to listening closely to our community partners and aligning our efforts with theirs, whether in revitalizing downtown, serving local schools, supporting lifelong learning, cultivating a resilient workforce, or helping enrich arts and culture.

Together, we continue to create a vibrant, interconnected future where the college and community thrive as one.

We are proud to be your neighbor.

La Jerne Terry Cornish, Ph.D. 
President

Health and Wellness

Our programs promote physical and mental wellbeing across campus and within the community.

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Sustainability

We're implementing eco-friendly practices that make a measurable difference.

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Launching Futures

Our initiatives help students build foundations for success.

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Launching Leaders

We foster leadership skills that prepare students to make meaningful change.

Meet Tomorrow's Leaders
Arts & Culture

Our cultural programs enrich both campus life and the broader community.

Experience Creative Impact
Join Us

Discover ways to contribute to our community impact initiatives.

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