CANTON -- Katherine M. Wyckoff, class of 1977, will receive SUNY Canton's 2016 Distinguished Alumna Award during the college's Alumni Weekend Celebration.

She was chosen for her “contribution to the quality of women's healthcare in the North Country through her work with Planned Parenthood, in addition to many years of service to the community,” the school said.

"Kathy has built a life of deep involvement and commitment to the North Country, quietly making a positive difference for our region," said Vice President for Advancement Anne Sibley. "Kathy also understands the hard work and determination required by so many SUNY Canton students to earn a degree, having followed that road herself to a successful career."

Wyckoff and her husband, Peter, have been supporters and volunteers with many local nonprofit organizations, including Grasse River Heritage and Garden Share.

"At a time when funding was critical, Kathy and Peter were generous of their time and financial support to ensure these two organizations would survive and give back to the community," said Anneke Larrance, executive board member of Grasse River Heritage.

Over the years, the Wyckoffs have donated funds to purchase laboratory equipment for SUNY Canton's Nursing program and have endowed a scholarship that is awarded to either an entering or continuing non-traditional nursing student.

Wyckoff is also a board member of the Northern New York Community Foundation.