DELHI -- William LaPlant of Newton Falls was recognized for service to SUNY Delhi as a Resident Assistant (RA) during RA Appreciation Week.

LaPlant is pursuing an associate's degree in adolescence education.

LaPlant has held an RA position at SUNY Delhi since August 2010 and in that time has gained valuable experience organizing educational and entertainment events and service projects, serving as a representative of the college, and working with a diverse student body to develop a productive educational community.

SUNY Delhi is a member of the State University of New York, the largest comprehensive university system in the U.S. Delhi's seamless approach to education includes over 60 academic programs, leading to one-year certificates, two-year associate degrees and bachelor's degrees in select program areas at Delhi.

For more information about SUNY Delhi, call toll-free 1-800-96-DELHI or visit Delhi's web site at www.delhi.edu