What is Plattsburgh?
College Auxiliary Services (CAS), operating as Plattsburgh, is a not-for-profit organization established in 1966 to manage services not covered by the state budget for the SUNY Plattsburgh campus. Its operations encompass dining services, campus card systems (Cardinal Cash), telecommunications, conference and event planning, and transportation services. CAS actively solicits student input, with six students serving on its twelve-member Board of Directors and various committees, ensuring student needs are central to its governance. All profits generated are reinvested into the college through scholarships, program development, academic travel, and campus activities, highlighting a strong commitment to enhancing the student experience and academic environment.
How much funding has Plattsburgh raised?
Plattsburgh has raised a total of $460K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$310K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $310K led by PPP
What's next for Plattsburgh?
With a history of reinvesting profits back into the university, Plattsburgh's recent strategic investment suggests a focus on expanding its service offerings or enhancing existing infrastructure to further benefit the SUNY Plattsburgh community. The substantial capital, particularly in the context of late-stage funding, points towards initiatives aimed at long-term sustainability and increased support for student scholarships, academic programs, and campus-wide activities. Future developments will likely center on optimizing operational efficiency and deepening its impact on student life and academic enrichment.
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