Kevin Frisch for Keuka College / May 7, 2026
Two new articulation agreements allow qualified high schoolers to earn credits toward bachelor’s degrees in design and criminal justice.
KEUKA PARK, N.Y. – Keuka College has finalized articulation agreements with the Wayne–Finger Lakes Board of Cooperative Educational Services (W–FL BOCES) that will enable area high school students to accelerate progress toward select bachelor’s degrees.
Eligible students in W–FL BOCES’s two-year Graphic Media Production program, offered at the Finger Lakes Technical and Career Center (FLTCC) in Stanley, N.Y., can earn up to six credits toward Keuka College’s B.A. in Art and Design or Visual Communication Design. These degree programs prepare students for creative careers in fields ranging from fashion to industrial design to emerging digital media.
Additionally, students who complete W–FL BOCES’s Criminal Justice program, either at FLTCC or at the Wayne Technical and Career Center in Williamson, N.Y., now have a streamlined pathway into Keuka College’s B.S. in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Students can earn up to 12 college credits, based on their high school grade-point average. Graduates of this program can go on to rewarding work in law, intelligence, public advocacy, and related disciplines.
Dr. Carol Lugg, Keuka College’s associate vice president for institutional effectiveness, said that these agreements reflect the two institutions’ shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, career-aligned education across the region.
“With this partnership, students will be able to continue on a smooth trajectory from practical training to advanced liberal arts coursework and real-world experience through our annual Field Period® internship program,” she said.
Brittany Atkinson, principal at FLTCC, added: “These agreements serve as powerful bridges for our students, giving them a head start on continued learning and workforce readiness in competitive fields.”
For more information on transfer credits and other articulation agreement details, contact Keuka College’s Office of Records and Registration.
PHOTO CAPTION
Keuka College Art and Design majors Ashly Dumbleton, left, and Alissa Farrand present their graphic design work at the Keuka College Expo on Saturday, May 2. Art and Design and Visual Communication Design are among the majors included in a new partnership between Keuka College and Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES.
About Keuka College
Keuka College, founded in 1890 on Keuka Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes region, is a private residential college offering bachelor’s and master’s programs on campus, online, in regional locations, and internationally. Its 290-acre campus serves more than 1,100 students and contributes significantly to Yates County’s economy. Through its annual Field Period program, students gain real-world experience, explore career interests, and graduate prepared for employment or advanced study, supported by faculty, career staff, and alumni.
About W–FL BOCES
The Wayne–Finger Lakes Board of Cooperative Educational Services supports 25 school districts across five counties through collaborative educational programs and services for learners of all ages. Its Career and Technical Education programs help juniors and seniors develop technical, academic, and career skills through industry partnerships, certifications, and state-approved pathways. Students may earn technical endorsements, prepare for college, or enter employment directly through New Vision programs, two-year career programs, and summer opportunities at Wayne Technical and Career Center.
