Congressman Langworthy Secures $480,000 for Elmira College Technology Upgrades to Strengthen STEM Education and Research
“We are deeply grateful to Congressman Langworthy for securing this critical funding and for making an investment in Elmira College and our community a clear priority,” said Elmira College President Chuck Lindsay. “This support will directly benefit our students by enhancing science instruction and research, while strengthening the local workforce pipeline that helps drive economic growth in the Southern Tier. Congressman Langworthy’s leadership ensures Elmira College can continue preparing students for the careers our region needs, now and in the future.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. — January 21, 2026…Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that he has secured $480,000 in federal funding for Elmira College to upgrade their technology and enhance science research and instruction, a targeted investment that will modernize academic infrastructure, strengthen STEM education, and support workforce development in the Southern Tier.
Specifically, this funding will be used to upgrade Elmira College’s academic network infrastructure and replace an end-of-life Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometer, a critical piece of laboratory equipment used in chemistry, biology, and other scientific research and instruction.
“Investing in education and innovation is an investment in our future,” said Congressman Langworthy. “This funding will ensure Elmira College students--the majority of whom are local to our state and region-- have access to the modern technology and tools they need to compete, conduct meaningful research, and prepare for in-demand careers. Workforce development and strengthening our talent pool of skilled workers must be a priority if we are going to attract good-paying jobs to our region.”
“We are deeply grateful to Congressman Langworthy for securing this critical funding and for making an investment in Elmira College and our community a clear priority,” said Elmira College President Chuck Lindsay. “This support will directly benefit our students by enhancing science instruction and research, while strengthening the local workforce pipeline that helps drive economic growth in the Southern Tier. Congressman Langworthy’s leadership ensures Elmira College can continue preparing students for the careers our region needs, now and in the future.”
Reliable high-speed connectivity and updated laboratory equipment are essential for hands-on student training, faculty research, cybersecurity resilience, and collaboration with industry partners. These upgrades will enhance the college’s ability to deliver cutting-edge instruction while supporting research initiatives that contribute to the regional economy.
The funding will also help sustain Elmira College’s broader economic impact on the surrounding community by supporting academic programs that attract students, create jobs, and foster innovation.
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