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Fall 2008

Dreams Come TrueWhen fire ripped through his family’s

home earlier this year, Johmarr Ogletree feared his dreams of attending college might have also gone up in flames.

The Corcoran High School graduate was an exemplary student and community mem-ber. He was the vice president of his class, active in his church, won a youth achieve-ment award, and even enrolled in advanced classes at Syracuse University.

Johmarr had started a college fund with money earned from waiting tables, and he had saved enough to attend SUNY Canton this fall.

That changed after the fire.The Ogletree

family was forced to move in with Johmarr’s grand-mother. Shortly thereafter, that house was broken into and

several possessions were stolen. And when his father was forced to stop working because of a heart defect, the family was beginning to wonder about their future.

Johmarr withdrew $1,000 from his col-lege fund and gave it to his family, which includes his father, three brothers, and his mother Felicia, who works as a technician at Upstate Medical University.

Johmarr’s actions inspired a school official to draw attention to his situation, and in

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“Johmarr Ogletree is a kid with a dream”

Class of ’43 Celebrates Commencement

Greatest Graduates,” Kennedy said after the ceremony. “It was special to have them here to be honored with the graduation ceremony they weren’t able to enjoy so many years ago.”

Technical Electricity major Cal Hansen spoke eloquently on behalf of his 1943 class-mates and expressed gratitude toward the college. He also quoted Professor Emeritus Peter Nevaldine when he told the graduat-ing class of 2008, “You don’t get smart while you’re sleeping.” Hansen travelled all the way from South Dakota to accept his degree.

This year’s Commencement saw the first

graduates in SUNY Canton’s four-year Alter-native and Renewable Energy Applications and Law Enforcement Leadership programs, and in the two-year-old Dental Hygiene program.

The top three most popular bachelor’s degree programs for the class of 2008 were: Criminal Investigation, Technology Manage-ment, and Information Technology.

The top three most popular associate degree programs for the class of 2008 were: Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts and Sciences: General Studies, and Nursing.

Anne MerrillGlenn D. Hastings

to attend seven decades earlier. Sixty-five years ago, twenty-seven

students were called into service just weeks before their commencement and left campus to serve the country in World War II. In a heartfelt, touching ceremony during Com-mencement, SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy presented four members of the class and a spouse of a deceased veteran with honorary certificates in their respective programs.

“They are known as the Greatest Gen-eration, and perhaps for us they are our

SUNY Canton’s 100th Commencement Ceremony was also one of its most emo-tional. There was a standing ovation and many tears in the crowd as the members of the Class of 1943 celebrated the graduation they were unable

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the Bridge to Success campaign, founded by 1951 graduate R. Peter Heffering.

Upon hearing the story, Heffering pledged an additional $1,000 per year for Jo-hmarr’s sophomore, junior, and senior years.

“This is a perfect example of what our Foundation is all about,” said Gerlach. “We

try to make it possible for deserving students to attend SUNY Canton, live their dreams, and begin careers that transform their lives. We enable them to be successful when they might not have otherwise had the opportu-nity.”

Now on campus, Johmarr has continued to be active, busy, and focused. He is a member of the Step Team, the Afro-Latin Society, and the Gospel Choir and has made numerous friends.

He is currently enrolled in the Criminal Investigations program and wants to eventu-ally study pre-law. After

renovations and clean up, his family has moved back into their house, and the future is looking bright once again.

“It’s nice to know that so many people care and are willing to help out,” said Johm-arr. “Now I’m determined more than ever not to let anyone down.”

Dreams continued

Johmarr Ogletree receives his $1,000 Bridge to Success Scholarship from Kevin Fear.

Gold Medal Publicity Frederick C. Liebi ’66 (not pictured) posted this sign on the set of the Today Show during the Olympics in China. The sign got some quality airtime. Liebi’s com-pany, FCL Management, Inc., created the dome-shaped structure the show uses during Olympic broad-casts. Next stop: Vancouver.

Timko TimeClaire Timko ’08

was one of the many students who walked across the stage knowing that a job awaited her after commencement.

Timko started her career at the Nassau County Police Depart-ment in Long Island after completing her

senior-level internship with the agency. “I designed their Real Time Intel website, compiled robbery and burglary profiles for each probationer and parolee, and learned all about Homeland Security,” she said.

Timko is also planning to continue her education in the Criminal Justice master’s degree program at John Jay College in New York City.

82 and RunningIf distance running is about outlasting the competi-

tion, retired economics professor Nancy Auster doesn’t have much more to prove. She’s outlasted nearly every-one in her age group.

With more than 30 years of daily running and more than 300 races to her credit, the 82-year-old Auster continues to amaze.She was recently the only runner in the 80- to 84-year-old age group in the USA Masters 5K Championship race in Syracuse and became a national champion when she completed the race in just over 40 minutes.

“There was a time when I could go 26. Those days are gone,” she told a reporter from the Watertown Daily Times. Her advice: “Be committed to some kind of physical activity, find something you like to do and then go do it.”

turn, prompted Columnist Dick Case to write about it in the Syracuse Post-Standard. The article began, “Johmarr Ogletree is a kid with a dream.”

The reaction to Case’s column was explosive and heartwarming. Strangers were emailing and calling, willing to help a young man who dreamt of bettering himself, but was hindered by circum-stances.

SUNY Canton Alumnus Kevin Fear ’87 was among those that read the story and desired to make a difference. Working with the College Foundation and officials from Corcoran High School, Fear went to the school along with Vice President for Advancement David M. Gerlach ’83 and presented Johmarr with a $1,000 Bridge to Success Scholarship. The money is part of

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Flanagan an Orangemanincluded an overall record of 230-83-24 and four consecu-tive Final Four appearances from 2003 to 2007.

While playing for the Canton ATC Northmen, Flanagan helped his team win the NJCAA National Championship in 1978. After graduation, he went on to play two more years at St. Lawrence University and eventually became an assistant coach for the Saints men’s team. Paul and his wife Sharon have three children: Shannon, Brendan, and Connor.

While the college may not have an official varsity racing team, a number of alumni and even a current student are carrying on a tradition of speed that started when Richard Woodley ’54 first got behind the wheel at the Canton Speedway.

Woodley, a former SUNY Canton Uni-versity Police Officer, started on the tracks when racing was just getting a foothold in Canton. Now, Brad Winters ’99, Zach Amo ’04, and Steven Planck ’10 are all well-known drivers at tracks across the North Country.

The College Association has also become active on the local racing scene by sponsor-ing two racing series this year as well as Win-ters, Amo, and Planck. Each driver proudly emblazoned a SUNY Canton Racing logo on their ultra-fast vehicles.

College Association Executive Director Michael J. Perry had the idea to bring the

A Tradition of Full-Throttled Fun

first connections that the college had with dirt tracks. Those connections will be carried on through the new generations of SUNY Canton Racing.

Dick Woodley ’54 drives to victory in 1969.

Brad Winters ’99Zach Amo ’04 Steven Planck ’10

R A C I N G

college to the race tracks to help further promote the College’s name and mis-sion. “I immediately saw the connection with our automotive technology and motorsports programs,” Perry said. “We know there are a lot of young men and women out there, like Steven Planck, involved in these local racing programs and we have the academic programs that match their interest.”

Winters noted that the school has made an impact on racing fans and enthusiasts. “This has been a really unique and effective way to get the school noticed,” he said.

Woodley raced the last race of his six-decade career in 2006. He holds one of the

When Syracuse Univer-sity decided to begin a new NCAA Division I women’s ice hockey program, they turned to one of the most successful coaches in the nation to lead their team. Canton-native Paul Flanagan ’78 will be the head coach behind the Orange bench as the women’s team makes its debut this season.

Over the last nine years, Flanagan led the St. Lawrence University women’s team to the NCAA Frozen Four five times, tying him for the most Frozen Four appearances in the country. His SLU tenure

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$20 to $50 each, that would be enough to start a new scholarship and enable a deserv-ing person to transform their life with a SUNY Canton education.”

Why Giving Is So Important

49%of SUNY Canton

students come from familes earning

$40,000 or less.

33%of SUNY Canton stu-

dents are first genera-tion college students.

Mostof SUNY Canton stu-

dents are using student loans to pay for college.

“Given the state of our economy, I’m concerned about the avail-

ability of assistance to our students.”

-Kerrie Cooper, SUNY Canton Director of

Financial Aid

Stephanie Tupper ’12 of Canton helps the SUNY Canton Foundation during the Fall 2008 Phonathon.

If 20%of our 28,000 alumni pledged $40 a year for the next 5 years, it would generate an

endowment of more than $1 million.

In 1979,the state supported 78% of students’

expenses. Now it’s less than 30%.

Hello, this is Stephanie…

It’s Not a Secret AnymoreSUNY Canton is experiencing remark-

able growth in nearly every area, but there is one bothersome statistic that is progress-ing more slowly than others: alumni giving percentage.

“We’re progressing, but not as quickly as we need to,” said Vice President David M. Gerlach ’83. “I’m convinced that our alumni are among the most loyal and dedicated in the SUNY system, and I’m determined to have our giving percentage reflect that.”

The amount of total dollars in alumni giving has increased steadily in the past several years, and while the percentage of alumni giving has also grown, it’s been at a much slower pace. Currently, only 9 percent of alumni give back.

“The giving percentage should be the eas-ier number to bring up quickly because the

size of the gift doesn’t matter. Alumni can give any amount, even if it’s just $20, and it will make a difference,” said Ger-lach. “We’re relying too much on a small number of incred-ibly generous alumni. We need to spread that responsibility and commitment across a broader base of alumni.”

Ideally, Gerlach and his staff would like to see nearly 30 percent of alumni donat-ing, but for now their goal is to reach 15 percent.

“That’s an attainable percentage and the impact would be dramatic,” said Alumni/Development Director Peggy Levato. “If 1,000 new donors stepped forward and gave

The Most Important Time to Give: Now

Alumna Barbara “Bobbi” Burnham ’46 is hoping that her recent gift helps to show other alumni the importance of giving during a troubled economy.

Burnham made a donation of more than $100,000 to the SUNY Canton Foundation in September to directly help current and future students defray the costs of attending college.

“When the economy spirals downward, students are among those that are impacted the most,” said Burnham. “That’s why it’s so important to give now and make sure that qualified, hard-working students are able to pursue their dreams and aspirations.”

The rising costs of education combined with mas-sive SUNY budget cuts from New York State have magnified the problem dramatically. Students are also having trouble getting student loans as more and more banks are shutting down their student loan divisions.

Nationwide, student loan requests are up 16 percent from last year, but fewer and fewer loans are available. It’s the latest example of how the Wall Street crisis is hurting many of those who are the farthest removed from New York’s financial district.

“Instead of giving my money to the government in taxes and letting them decide where to invest it, I’ve decided where to invest it myself,” said Burnham. “The future and the well-being of our country depends on the education of our young people. And it’s even more rewarding and personal when you get the opportunity to directly meet the people you’re helping.”

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Boom! 3,000-plusSUNY Canton’s Fall 2008 enrollment is

the highest in the college’s 102-year history, surpassing 3,000 students for the first time.

The previous headcount highpoint was during the 1975-76 academic year when 2,833 students were enrolled.

Enrollment is up 10 percent from last year, 20 per-cent from four years ago, and more than 50 percent from the 1995-96 academic year, when there were a total of 2,013 stu-dents. There are currently 3,056 students enrolled this Fall.

College officials cite a number of reasons for the explosive increase, including several new highly-pop-ular bachelor’s degree programs, returning students staying for four years instead of two, more transfer students, more interna-tional students, and a huge class of more

Kennedy Plans Continued Growth Despite State Budget Cuts

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President Joseph L. Kennedy has called for innovation and thoughtful planning in order to overcome the state’s budget cuts to the SUNY System and SUNY Canton.

At a faculty assembly earlier this semester, Kennedy said the College’s extraordinary growth and previous long-term planning will help SUNY Canton continue to thrive despite inevitable decreases in state support. Enrollment at the college is at an all-time high with more than 3,000 students this semester.

“By expanding to four-year degrees, increasing our online abilities, and increasing our overall attendance, we’ve significantly decreased the pain that these cuts would have otherwise inflicted on us,” Kennedy said. “We’ll be able to use some of our cur-rent cash balances over the next couple of years to ease into a transition to the way we conduct business. We recognize the state’s current financial situation and we’re working to adjust to the new budget reality that exists statewide.”

Kennedy stated that his two highest pri-orities regarding the budget were to not de-

crease the overall quality of students’ education and to not layoff any college employees. He has been meeting with groups of employees and listening to sugges-tions on how

to work smarter, more efficiently, and more environmentally proficient.

He mentioned that the solution will be found through a variety of adjustments. Small changes will include things such as mowing less grass, plowing less snow, and resetting computer systems to maximize en-

than 1,300 new students.“We’re the fastest growing college in

Northern New York,” said Director of Admissions Jonathan Kent. “The College has been progressing steadily since Dr. Kennedy took over 15 years ago, and lately it’s just been remarkable.”

ergy efficiency. Potential larger solutions may include shifting to a four-day class schedule as early as next semester, which would re-duce energy costs and create personal savings

for students and employees. “This is not a crisis, it’s a challenge,”

said Kennedy. “We’ll have many solu-tions and they’ll come in all different sizes, but we are positioned to man-

age this situation successfully and should treat this as an opportunity to once again show why SUNY Canton is a leader in higher education.”

SUNY Canton currently has more than 500 employees. Kennedy said that number will decrease over the next two years to adjust to the new budget real-

ity, but it will likely happen through natural attrition such as retirements and relocations.

New Foundation Board Members :

Kenneth P. Garwood ’70 is a certified financial planner and part-ner in the invest-ment firm of Styles Bridges Associates in Canton. He is

active in the local community.Robert B.

Raymo ’58 is a former director of development and Executive Vice President of the College Founda-tion. He previously served as chair of the Centennial Campaign’s Business Relations Committee.

Guilford D. White ’68 is the owner of the Comfort Inn and Suites and several other businesses and real estate holdings in Akwesasne.

Edward N. Coombs ’86 is the chief financial officer of New York Com-pensation Managers in Cicero. He is a member of the American and New York State Societies of Certified Public Ac-countants and a credentialed NASCAR photographer.

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SUNY Faucher – Seven Sibling Alumsat the College from 1967 to 1997 as Direc-tor of Multimedia Services.

Glenn ’65 recalled a summer job he held that got him involved with “planning of

the new campus, where I was able to utilize some of the drafting skills I was learning.”

Glenn is now also retired from IBM and living in Cartersville, Ga., with his wife Carol. “The education I received at Canton gave me an advantage in my work with IBM,” he said. Rollo Wicks was among the faculty members he recalled fondly.

Anna ’68, who earned a degree in Nurs-ing, is working as a nurse practitioner and living in Rhode Island with her husband John.

Alumni House Dedicated to 2006 Honorary Alumna

The Alumni House was renamed in honor of col-lege benefactor Blanche K. Woodcock (2006 Honorary Alumna) on August 27. Shown are President Joseph L. Kennedy and Blanche unveiling the new sign mounted on the Stillman Drive residence. “We’ve renamed the house to recognize her commitment to the college and to highlight her work making this house a home,” Kennedy said.

Guests staying in the Woodcock Alumni House have raved about the accommodations. Among some comments in the guestbook: “Great! Words fail me. I feel like a king.” –Michael Orlov, Visiting Fac-

ulty from Moscow State University, Russia“Thank you for the hospitality and 5 star service.” –Ken Stagnari ’99, ’01.“I felt welcomed and at home. I am humbled by kindness,” –Joey Gay ’89.

Gay is a Last Comic Standing finalist who returned to campus to perform for students.

“Wow! What a great home and setting.” –Jane and Bernard C. Regan ’65

Keith ’69 recently retired from the New York State Department of Transportation with 33 years of experience as a civil engi-neer. This past year, he was honored with the

“2008 Engineer of the Year Award” by the New York State Association of Transportation Engineers for the Poughkeep-sie Section. He has four grown children and 11 grandchil-dren. He and his wife Terri reside in Hyde Park.

Similar to his brother Keith, Donald ’69 is now retired after 34 years with the DOT. Don married his high school sweetheart Con-nie Erwin ’69, who is also an ATC graduate. Don and Connie have two children, three grandchildren, and are currently living in Myrtle

Beach, S.C. Gilbert ’77 and his wife Martha retired

and then rejoined the workforce with Race-Trac, utilizing his Construction Technology degree. They are now living in Kennesaw, Ga.

Irene is still in the Canton area, residing at Spicer’s Assisted Living Home. Lucien passed away in 1982. All of the Faucher children visit Irene as often as possible and together they celebrated her 95th birthday last year.

Although a countless number of families have sent generations of students to SUNY Canton, the Faucher family likely holds the record for most siblings to attend. All seven of Irene and Lucien Fau-cher’s children attended the College: Joseph ’55, Rene ’56, Glenn ’65, Anna ’68, Donald ’69, Keith ’69, and Gilbert ’77.

The Faucher family grew up on Elm Street in Canton, and all of the siblings gradu-ated from Canton High School. Their parents used to rent rooms and an apart-ment to college students. The youngest of the siblings, Keith, recalled when he and his older brothers delivered newspapers for the Water-town Daily Times to the dorms, sorority, and fraternity houses and worked at the local pizza restaurant Zasa’s.

Joseph ’55 retired from IBM in 1987 as a project manager. His education at Can-ton “absolutely” helped him prepare for his career. Joe said his fondest ATI memory is “meeting my future wife Inez Cook, who also graduated in 1955.” Joe recalled Profes-sor Emeritus Dick Miller as being “really involved with his students.”

Rene ’56 and his wife Theresa are retired and living in the Canton area. Rene worked

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Alumni and Development Associ-ate John Wilson ’00 reminisces with Chauncey “Skip” Dickson ’56 and Administrative Assistant Robert Doser.

Members of the class of 1958 after induction into the half-century club.

Frank White ’38 at the Half Century Luncheon.

Nursing alumni pause for a group photo to remember a great weekend.

Together Again Alumni Weekend ’08

Jason Reiner ’00 and son David enjoy the barbecue on the plaza.

Brian Frary ’73 and his wife Carol (Paget) ’73 at the Roselle Academic Courtyard during the weekend’s festivities.

Adventurous members of the class of 1983 about to

embark on the college’s ropes course challenge.

D. Edgar Cloce ’59 and Professor Emeritus Walter Kingston catch up at the clambake.

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It’s nice seeing firsthand what an impact our family’s contribution has had on the lives of these young people. - Timothy Bagley ’85 (center)

Timothy Bagley ’85 stands beside his mother Rachael and numerous Bagley Scholarship recipients.

If I hadn’t received this scholarship, I would have been forced to take out another expensive loan. It has shown me that people can see potential in me and they believe I can be successful. - Christine Kamm ’10

Dan FayChristine Kamm ’10

I feel like I’ve been recog- nized for all my hard work. It’s great to get that kind of support. - Seth Tyndall ’09

Seth Tyndall ’09

Harry King ’40

A Foundation of SuccessThe SUNY Canton Foundation celebrates another great year

with its scholars and donors at the 2008 Scholarship Luncheon.

It was a great experience to meet Mr. Goetze. Receiving this scholar-ship has been a major stress reliever, and it’s comforting to know there are people like him who care about us. - Aaron Foster ’09

Thomas Jacot ’10I’m a commuter student from Massena, and it’s tough paying so much for gas. This scholarship has taken a lot of the financial burden off my chest and allowed me to concentrate more on my studies. - John Smith ’09

John Smith ’09

Cynthia Runge ’77

My mother has sacrificed so much to make sure I

get a good education. Having this scholarship means

I don’t have to take out more loans, and I’ll be able to

pursue a master’s degree right after graduation.

- Jaclyn Maynard ’10

Preston Carlisle

Jaclyn Maynard ’10

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It’s nice seeing firsthand what an impact our family’s contribution has had on the lives of these young people. - Timothy Bagley ’85 (center)

Timothy Bagley ’85 stands beside his mother Rachael and numerous Bagley Scholarship recipients.

It’s an indescribable feeling of happiness to meet these students who are so dedicated and focused on their education. - Catherine Lawrence

Catherine LawrenceJenna Chontosh ’09

It’s inspiring to see the success and generosity of Mr.

Halford. I’m honored to receive a scholarship in his

name. - Kale Hitchman ’10

John Halford ’49 Kale Hitchman ’10

There is a great feeling of pride in accepting the Aaron J. Lasher Scholarship, especially knowing there are so many other worthy students. It motivates me to continue to do well. - David Liscum ’09

David Liscum ’09

Doris Lasher

Ultimately, Mr. Miller should be credited with much of my success. Words cannot describe how much this scholarship has helped me. - Steve Wozniak ’09

Zachary Brockway ’09 Richard Miller

Steven Wozniak

’09

It’s a real honor to receive the David Sullivan

Scholarship. He was a man who served his

country and community, and now he’s con-

tinuing to do that by helping students like me.

- William Whitmarsh ’10

William

Whitmarsh ’10

Myrtle Regan

A Foundation of SuccessThe SUNY Canton Foundation celebrates another great year

with its scholars and donors at the 2008 Scholarship Luncheon.

It was a great experience to meet Mr. Goetze. Receiving this scholar-ship has been a major stress reliever, and it’s comforting to know there are people like him who care about us. - Aaron Foster ’09

John GoetzeThomas Jacot ’10 Aaron Foster ’09

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Class Notes:Thank you to all of the

alumni who updated us on their lives for this edition of Class Notes. Please be sure to be in-cluded in our next After Canton by e-mailing us at alumni@canton.edu.

SOA (1906-1941)

Dorothy (Bushey) Jones-Votraw ’39, Winter Haven, FL, celebrated her 88th birthday on August 8. She married Don R. Jones ’39 in 1940. He passed away in 1973. In 1980, she married Virgil Votraw. He passed away in 1991. She enjoys living in Winter Haven.

ATI (1941-1965)

Duane Oakleaf ’48, Lady Lake, FL, retired from IBM after 34 years and moved to South Carolina. He relocated again in 2003 and now lives in Florida. He writes, “Wow! ATI has grown!”

Robert A. Hill ’50, Tampa, FL, was in the U.S. Navy from 1950-1954. He worked for IBM from 1955-1987. (Utica, Endicott, White Plains, Birmingham, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Kingston, Raleigh.) He retired to North Carolina and Florida.

Robert Abood ’51, Monticello, GA, left ATI to go to Korea with the U.S. Marine Corps.

Burton Mackenzie ’52, New Smyrna Beach, FL, received a bachelor’s

degree in Chemistry from Ohio State University in 1960. He retired in 1994 as a technical director from Lawrence Technology in Lawrence, Kansas.

Patricia (McMahon) Regan ’54, Cape Vincent, is a retired property/casualty/marine insurance underwriter and marketing representative. Her husband Larry passed away this past year. Pat is a professional genealogical researcher and is in the process of writing two books. She also lectures on various genealogical and historical topics. She’d like to hear from classmates and PNE sisters (pnutreg@tds.net.)

1959 50th Reunion RemindeR

June 12-14, 2009Sandra (Guilbert) Hurley ’64, Wind-ham, NH, completed her bachelor’s degree in 1981 and her master’s degree in counseling in 1991 from Boston College. She retired from Boston Col-lege in 2005.

ATC (1965-1987)

Albert A. Cordwell ’65, Daytona Beach, FL, retired after 30 years with General Electric and Lockheed Martin.

Roy Stubbs ’66, Newport News, VA, was the college’s photographer in 1964 and 1965 and says he loved every min-ute of his time at Canton ATI.

Robert A. Theriault ’66, Uniontown, OH, retired from Goodyear in De-cember 2007 with 38 years of service in finance, engineering, and manufac-

turing at multiple locations.

Martha (Hosmer) Sharlow ’67, Chase Mills, is married with children and grandchildren. She was a secretary and a personal care aide for numerous years.

Ronald Blanchard ’68, New York, graduated from Uni-versity of Massachu-setts-Boston where he majored in adult training and develop-ment. He is currently the assistant director of human resources at the Roosevelt Ho-tel in New York.

David H. Wells ’68, Wolfeboro, NH, recently celebrated the 2nd birthday of his twin granddaugh-ters. He now has four granddaughters in all.

Leonard Wheeler ’68, Helena, MT, entered the U.S. Air Force in Novem-ber 1968. After completing his military service, he attended the University of Denver, University of Colorado, and Metropolitan State College, Denver. He completed a bachelor’s degree program in Aviation Management and Electronics Engineering. He recently retired from the Federal Aviation Ad-ministration where he was an Aviation Safety Inspector.

George E. Pitts ’69, Vaughn, NC, served in the United States Navy from 1963-1993. He retired at the rank of E8. After retirement, he moved to North Carolina where he loves to hunt and fish.

William D. Rode ’70, Syracuse, is currently working as a structural steel estimator for Penni Corporation.

Paul Volkmar ’70, Chuckey, TN, served as a plant maintenance me-chanic in a glass container plant for 14 years. He also worked 20 years in an auto parts plant before he retired in December 2005. After retiring, he moved to Tennessee.

Jack M. Furgison ’71, Madrid, re-cently moved back home to the North Country after spending 35 years in Connecticut. Welcome home Jack!

Martha (Yanik) Neri ’71, Williamsville, manages several small libraries and archives in the Buffalo area. She is a part-time librarian for the oldest school for girls in Western New York and the first ar-chivist for the Buffalo Ol-msted Parks Conservancy. Martha and her husband Rich enjoy traveling to North Syracuse to visit their first grandchild.

Linda (Craig) Powell ’71, Winston Salem, NC, said that her time

at Canton was two of the best years of her life.

Patricia (Whitcombe) Oakes ’74, Canton, MI, is married with two very successful sons and living in Michigan. She is currently the activity director at Chelsea Retirement Com-munity.

Walter G. Besio ’75, Kingston, RI, says that the time he spent in Canton was one of the most memorable times of his life.

Catherine A. (Dean) Pitonzo ’75, Redondo Beach, CA, is presently an intensive care unit registered nurse working and living in California with her family.

Paula (Hatch) Shepard ’75, Fort Collins, CO, retired June 1, 2008, with 30 years of

special education teaching.

Terrance D. Watson ’75, Constable, is currently employed by the New York State Department of Corrections and is at Upstate Correctional Facility in Malone.

Carrie L. (Goodyear) Bates ’76, Can-ton, was married in 1976. She has two grown children and one grandchild. She graduated from SUNY Potsdam in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in English. She started her master’s degree in August 2008. She works as a TA in special education at Banford Elemen-tary in Canton. She also works as an Upward Bound writing instructor. She is a self-employed editor with New Covenant Media. Her classmates at SUNY Potsdam included the children of two of her former ATC classmates, Mike Walseman ’76 and Al Locy ’76.

Patrick Campbell ’76, Lyon Moun-tain, retired from the New York State Department of Corrections in October 2007. Since retiring, he has been an operations center monitoring techni-cian for Noble Environmental Power at their National Operations Center in Plattsburgh. He and his wife Bev love Hawaii and have been on vaca-

ANOTHER GENERATION – Thomas LaVarnway ’83 and his wife Kathreen ’83 recently returned to SUNY Canton with their daughter Kasey. Kasey is enrolled in SUNY Canton’s Nursing program and re-cently won an Alumni Legacy Scholarship.

GOING JOHN DEERE GREEN – Ron Curtis ’87 of LeBerge and Curtis, Inc., donated a John Deere yard tractor to an enterprising group of Mechanical Engineering Technology students. The team of students retrofitted the tractor to accommodate a hydrogen fuel cell as part of their final project. Upon completion, the lawn-mower boasted extreme fuel efficiency. “With-out Ron’s donation, their project would have been left standing still,” said Daniel Miller ’83, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology. Pictured are Sam Vars, Jason Rus-sell, Kevin Edwards, Miller, and Curtis.

Remember this 1973 Aerosmith concert on campus? It was 35 years ago and the year the band released their debut album featuring their first single, “Dream On,” written by lead singer Steven Tyler.

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tion there 11 times. They have three children.

Christine (Holcombe) Contanch ’76, Scottsdale, AZ, received her bach-elor’s degree from SUNY Albany in 2008. She is currently the director of administration and operations for a law firm in Scottsdale, AZ. She married her husband Bruce in 2001.

Mary I. (Dawson) May ’76, Burien, WA, works at Macy’s and has two beautiful sons. She writes, “Canton was great!”

Paula (Foster) Pedram ’76, Tusca-loosa, AL, is the administrative nursing supervisor at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, AL. She is mar-ried with three children. She is getting ready to retire and do some traveling.

Louis Shaheen ’76, Chapel Hill, NC, is currently the vice president of sales and marketing for Trans Ocean Products, Inc.

Michael J. Stewart ’76, Johnstown, is married with three children. He has worked for 30 years for Hussmann Corporation, a manufacturer of com-mercial refrigeration equipment.

Melanie M. (Cameron) Michael ’77, Phoenix, AZ, lives in Phoenix with her husband David. They have two daugh-ters, Taryn and Janelle, and four dogs.

Wendy S. (Kirkpatrick) Jackson ’78, Chesapeake, VA, is married with two

children, ages 12 and 15. She is currently a logistics manager for Office Max.

James R. Miller ’78, Norfolk, has spent seven years with the U.S. Air Force. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from SUNY Potsdam in 1979. He received his master’s degree in Alabama and his doctorate from the Ministry Seminary in Dothan, Alabama. He has traveled to five foreign nations and 26 states.

Peggy A. (Foley) Shaffer ’78, Lakebay, WA, is currently a marriage and family therapist and does equine assisted psychotherapy in Tacoma, WA. She would love to hear from any of her old “Aggie” friends (peg-foley@centurytel.net).

Kathleen M. (Jackson) Taylor ’78, Dublin, OH, received a bachelor’s

degree in medical technology from RIT. She adds, “The MLT program at Canton was excellent!”

Catherine (Dau) Fitzgerald ’79, mar-ried Randy Fitzgerald in 1987. They have a 16-year-old daughter, Cori. She is currently employed by the local school district as a district information manager.

Steven M. LeMay ’79, Moneta, VA, said his education at Canton ATC prepared him well for his career.

Michael G. Tutino ’79, Rochester, said that Canton ATC was his starting point to see the rest of the world.

Ellen M. Tyo ’79, Melbourne, FL, moved to Florida in 2007 and loves it. She works for Florida Institute and Technology College.

Denise C. (Streeter) Hamilton ’80, Riverview, FL, married Charles A. Hamilton ’82. They have seven children.

Joan (Hall) Lombardozzi ’80, South-ampton, Bermuda, married her hus-band Mike in 2004. Their son Michael was born in 2006. They both work for insurance companies in Bermuda.

Trina A. (Windey) Moffat ’80, New Albany, OH, has lived in Columbus, Ohio, for almost five years. Prior to that, she lived in Florida for 15 years. She has been married for 10 years and they have an 8-year-old daughter.

Susan E. (Beach) Moulton ’80, Wilm-ington, OH, received her bachelor’s de-gree in accounting from the University of Maryland. She is presently a finan-cial manager for the U.S. Air Force in the Air Force Research Laboratory.

David R. VanCamp ’80, Lakeland, FL, graduated from RIT in 1982. He is currently an executive pastor for Heritage Baptist Church.

Marcie N. (Goldstein) Akers ’81, Raleigh, NC, has been married for 12 years and has two children. She works at Oracle Corporation.

Donald T. Blair ’81, Auburn, works for New York State Electric & Gas as a supervisor in the line department.

Ronald C. Bombard ’81, Hudson Falls, relocated to New York State and started working for the Hublot Watch Company after graduation. He relocated the company to Fort Lauder-dale, Florida, in 1992 and oversaw the construction of the U.S. headquarters featuring over 300 retail jewelry bou-tiques. In January 2000, he returned to Upstate New York and started working for Genpak Corporation. He travels extensively and loves the freedom of the open road. He often wonders about all the friends that he has lost contact with. He loved his time at Canton ATC and campus life.

John A. Camer-on ’81, Queens-bury, obtained his Certified Fraud Examiner certification. He is married with three children. He is also a vol-unteer firefighter.

Michael Compeau ’81, Riverview, FL, is currently the manager of busi-ness development and looking to enroll in an online degree. (Editor’s note: May we suggest SUNY Canton OL?)

Randy A. Neal ’81, Massena, received his bach-elor’s degree in political science in 1985 at SUNY Potsdam.

Gerald O’Keefe ’81, Madison, AL, earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Union College and a master’s degree from Vir-

ginia Tech since attending Canton. He now lives in Madison, near Huntsville.

Angela (Testani) Reed ’81, Ogdens-burg, is teaching kindergarten in Ogdensburg and has been teaching in that district for 18 years.

H. Robert Vanwie ’81, Clayton, completed his civil engineering degree at Clarkson in 1983. He is employed with Structural Associates, Inc., as a project manager.

David Almond ’82, Portland, OR, earned a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from Syracuse University and an associ-ate’s degree in electrical engineering from Onondaga Community College.

Richard Arnesen ’82, lives in Greens-boro, NC, with his wife Amy and two children Peter and Stella.

Kimberly (Scovil) Cartier ’82, Mooers Forks, has been teaching at Chateaugay Central School for 21 years. She is married and has two chil-dren. Her son graduated from Clinton Community College with honors while battling cancer. He passed away last year at 20 years old.

Darwin D. Deer ’82, Williams-ville, attended Rochester Institute of Technology from 1982-1985 for civil engineering. His son Tyler will be attending RIT in fall 2008, studying

engineering.

Timothy Haynes ’83, Buffalo, is working as a civil engineer with the New York State Department of Transportation.

Kenneth Kirkey ’83, Alameda, GA, is the plan-ning director for Association of Bay Area Govern-ments. He has a son Joey who is five.

Diane (Rus-citto) Lodge ’83, Summerville, SC, received a bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston. She received her master’s degree in health science and bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from The Medical Uni-versity of South Carolina.

Jeanette M. Moore ’83, Tijeras, NM, says her time at Canton ATC was invaluable and

Lifelong GoalsColleen Bruley ’89 is enjoy-ing her 12th season as the head coach of the SUNY New Paltz women’s soccer program.

Bruley was selected as the 2004 SUNYAC Coach of the Year. Prior to joining the SUNY New Paltz staff in 1997, Bruley coached and played for the Millwall and Arsenal clubs in the top English Women’s National League.

Bruley was a goalkeeper while attending SUNY Canton and helped lead her team to a 9-4-1 regular season record her senior year. She recently received her master’s degree in Educational Administration.

Captain Harder After receiv-ing a care package from the Alumni/Development Office, Frank Harder ’86, sent us this picture from Afghanistan. Harder is a captain in the New York Army National Guard with the Syracuse-based 27th Infantry Brigade. He is the team chief of a Police Mentor Team that trains Afghanistan National Police units.

“This is a new mission for the US mili-tary, being only about a year old, but it is very important for the future of an inde-pendent Islamic Republic of Afghanistan,” Harder wrote. “There is much work to be done in developing the internal security forces here into a competent and profes-sional force.”

Harder majored in Individual Studies and was an Alpha Theta Gamma fraternity member.

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years in the U.S. Navy Nuclear Power Program. He is currently employed with Wheelabrator Technologies, Inc. in Baltimore, MD, where he has been for the past 14 years.

Lisa (Roberts) Robinson ’84, Glens Falls, went on to complete her master’s degree in elementary education and taught first grade for many years at Queensbury Elementary.

John D. McLean ’85, Plattsburgh, is employed at Curtis Door Systems. He married in 1999.

Michael Pastuf ’85, Pulaski, majored in criminal justice. He is currently employed by New York State Police in Watertown as a senior investigator. He worked there for 23 years.

Carter Cook ’86, Westford, is the president and owner of Cook Enter-prises, NAPA Auto Parts Center, and Northeast Welding.

SUNY Canton (1987-Present)

Kathy J. (Randall) Karlberg ’88, Tucson, AZ, completed her bachelor of science degree in nursing at Northern Arizona University and is currently in graduate school at Grand Canyon Uni-versity completing her master’s degree in nursing. She works in the emer-gency room at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tucson, Arizona, as a clinical nurse leader and also teaches clinical for nurs-ing students. She remembers SUNY Canton fondly. She has a son who also graduated from SUNY Canton and is currently working at the Tucson Police Department as a crime scene investiga-tor. Her daughter graduated with a master’s degree from SUNY Potsdam and is working in Tucson as a teacher.

Sherry A. Lamb ’88, East Syracuse, says college was a “life changing experi-ence.” Now that she has been out in the “real world” for a number of years, she has truly seen what a difference SUNY Canton made in her life.

Timothy Logan ’88, Ogdensburg, married Robin (Soper) Logan ’89 in 1993. They have two children. Jessica was born in 1996 and Jaiden in 1999.

Julie (Andress) Moots ’88, Chase Mills, recently returned to college to obtain her teaching degree. She also reconnected with her old roommate. They hadn’t seen each other in 15 years.

Leo Ames ’89, Potsdam, has been employed by Mead Paper in Potsdam since graduating. His oldest daughter Katie is married and living in Colo-rado. His son is in the MBA program at Clarkson and his daughter Amanda runs a day care. In his spare time, he enjoys the computer, reading, and movies. He enjoyed his time at SUNY Canton and so did his wife who gradu-ated in 1975. They fondly recall going to Skivvies.

Paul R. Coyle ’90, Chase Mills, writes that SUNY Canton was a great starting point in his educational career. He will never forget his two years in Canton.

Stephen T. Harrington ’90, Buffalo, recently moved from Cincinnati to Buffalo to take a new job as chief pro-curement officer for M&T Bank.

Ronda (Olinger) Murphy ’90, Seven Springs, NC, lives in North Carolina with her husband Jason and their two sons. They were married in Feb. 2003.

Donald J. Smith ’90, Central Square, started his own business, D.S. Electric and Contracting, Inc., in June 2005.

Amy E. (Dean) Findlay ’91, Camden, is the director of operations at Mo-hawk Home Care in Utica, New York.

Amy R. Gilbert ’91, graduated from SUNY Potsdam with a BA in Sociol-ogy in 2002.

Kathleen E. (Varley) Gray ’91, Ballston Spa, is married and has three children ages 8, 5, and 15 months.

Nathan Lazarchuck ’91, Watertown, has been the director of sales at Car-Freshner Corporation in Watertown since 2002. In 1996, he graduated from Clarkson University with a BS in marketing.

Ellen E. (Crumb) Moculski ’91, Ad-ams, is a kindergarten teacher at South Jefferson. She and her husband David own two Jreck Sub Shops.

Christine (McArthur) Muffoletto ’91, North Fort Myers, FL, obtained a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Oswego in 1993. She married in 1997 and now lives in Florida with her husband Joe and their two sons, ages five and seven.

the program she went through (HVAC Design) is still used. Thank you!

David A. Pfautz ’83, North Fort My-ers, FL, moved to Florida in 1987 with a case of mysophobia and lived aboard his sailboat for 17 years. He was cured and bought a house. Besides being a home health nurse, he builds boats and is keeping three classic BMW motorcycles maintained. He rode one to Alaska last year. He plans to move to North Georgia in a year or two to be near his daughter.

Jason L. Pratt ’83, Saratoga Springs, graduated from SUNY Albany.

Margaret Recore ’83, Malone, at-tended SUNY Plattsburgh and received a bachelor’s degree. She eventually moved to Malone and she works at North Star Industries.

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June 12-14, 2009Roger W. Allen ’84, Brushton, owns Gallagher’s Restaurant in Malone.

Alyson (Munze) Bever ’84, Morrison-ville, is a licensed clinical social worker and has her own private practice in Plattsburgh.

Lisa A. Sendker ’84, North Tonawan-da, after graduating from Canton’s veterinary science technology program, has been working at McBridge Small Animal Hospital for 23 years. She has two birds, one cat, and a goat. She also works evenings and weekends at a farm.

Donna (Gibson) Marchand ’85, Hingham, MA, received her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from SUNY Potsdam and a master’s degree in special education from Syracuse University. She has two children.

Michael C. McNamara ’84, Balti-more, MD, graduated from SUNY Potsdam in 1985 and then spent six

Richardson Accepts New Position

Rande Richardson ’92 will begin his new job as the assistant director of the Northern New York Community Founda-tion in February.

Richardson has been executive director of the Jefferson Community College Foundation since 2005. He is expected to assume the executive director’s position for the community foundation in three years.

The Watertown native, who received a scholarship from the community foundation while he was a college student, was previ-ously a funeral director with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home in Watertown. He currently serves on the City of Watertown Ethics Board and received the Shapiro Citizenship Award in 2002.

Samantha Leigh Wronski ’07 was recently selected to participate in a 10-week Plant Genome Research Project through the National Science Foundation. Wronski was selected from hundreds of applicants na-tionwide for the prestigious experi-ence at the world-renowned Boyce Thompson Institute. In a recent letter to the college, she thanked Assistant Professor of Mathematics Dan Ga-gliardi and Instructor David Barnes for writing her the recommendations that helped lead to her paid research position. “I hope other SUNY Can-ton students can get research positions like this in the future,” she said. “There are amazing opportunities out there available to them.”

Wronski is continuing her education at Cornell University.

Student Lands Prestigious Research Position

BACK ON CAMPUS – Scott Chester ’88 came back to campus for the Fall 2008 Career Fair. Chester is work-ing for the environmental engineering firm Stearns and Wheeler. The company was re-cruiting future SUNY Canton graduates.

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Debra (Rickett) Piercey ’04, Ogdensburg, recently graduated from Columbia University in NYC with a master’s degree in nurse anesthesia. After completing her clinical residency requirement, she plans to return home to Ogdensburg to begin practicing as a GRNA. SUNY Canton was a major driving force in her decision to pursue her master’s degree.

MARRIAGESBrian D. MacCue ’00 & Stacey A. Pecori – April 23, 2008Julie A. Raven ’01 & Ryan Crabtree – May 30, 2008Thomas Potter, Jr. ’02 & Kristine Pierce – June 30, 2007Kelly (Maskell) Johnson ’03 & Erik Johnson – August 9, 2008Katie E. (Wells) Estes ’06 & Michael Estes, Jr. – October 20, 2007Jessica L. Jones ’07 & Sgt. Robert E. Baggott – February 23, 2008

RECENT ANNIVERSARIES60 Years Robert & Helen Jemison ’81

50 Years Mr. & Mrs. Gery F. Martin ’57Mr. & Mrs. John E. Stafford ’79

40 Years Timothy M. ’74 & MaryLou

(Bouchard) Ashley ’81Mr. & Mrs. Steven T. Harter ’64

25 Years Mr. & Mrs. Gary L. Lucas ’06 Travis L. Sorci ’91, Sanford, FL, owns

his own broker business mortgage company (www.newsourcehomeequity.com).

Jeffrey Towne ’91, Columbia Falls, MT, is currently a pastor. He is married and has three children.

Vince D. Alberici ’92, Cicero, married his Canton girlfriend Tracey (Nichols) Alberici ’93 in 1997. They have three children.

Barry J. and Marci (Michaud) LaBar ’92, Norwood, married in 1994 and have four children. Barry works at Alcoa, Inc. in Massena. Marcie is a stay-at-home mom.

Jeffrey M. Larmondra ’92, married Jamie Messina in 2005. They have two daughters, ages two and four. He is a senior technology project manager with Bank of America.

Claudine McCormack-Jalajas ’92, Rocky Point, graduated from Clarkson in 1994 with a BS in AC & Tech Communications. She also received her MFA in writing from Long Island University in Southampton in 2007. She has three children and now lives on Long Island with her husband and

children. She is a freelance writer and E-newsletter designer.

Heather L. (Sommerfield) Engstrom ’97, Massena, married in 2000. She and her husband Tony built a new home in 2001. Their son Garrett was born in 2002 and their daughter Felic-ity in 2003. She is currently enrolled back at SUNY Canton. (Welcome back Heather!)

Rebecca A. (Van House) Mackay ’97, Endicott, gave birth to her son Liam Ronnie in January 2007.

Rene L. (Gilbert-Brown) Burl ’98, Plattsburgh, married Thomas J. Burl ’91 in 2000. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in fall 2005 in mass communi-cations from SUNY Plattsburgh. She is a grandmother of two. Isaiah is 7 and Lucy is 3. She is presently teach-ing web design and production and computer applications for journalists in the journalism department at SUNY Plattsburgh.

Jon-Paul Aubry ’99, Dover Plains, just celebrated his first wedding anniversary with his wife Christina. He changed careers from building residential and commercial buildings to becoming a firefighter.

IN MEMORYFrank A. Augsbury, Jr., FriendAgnes M. Davis, FriendHenry A. Davis, FriendMacy E. Davis, FriendSusan M. Feldt, FriendWillie King, FriendEleanor R. LaSala, FriendGeraldine C. Town, FriendSarah M. Walker, FriendElizabeth True ’27Elva (Phillips) Billings ’34Eloie J. (Jones) Bartholomew ’35Inez M. (Merithew) Whitmore, ’35Evelyn H. (Hopson) Donaldson ’37Harold J. “Nick” Nichols ’39John Ellsworth ’41Peter W. Sterling ’41Marion (Leafe) Wells ’41Janice E. (Markham) Klossner ’43Floyd P. Fallon ’51Marilyn (Pinkerton) Montpetit ’52Charles A. Trippany ’52Dale A. DeLisle ’53James P. Walling ’55Olen C. “Rip” Bristol ’56Bryan E. Browser ’58Donald M. Morgan ’59William A. Bushnell ’60David F. Hedger ’60Francis R. Jackson ’60George S. Marsh ’62Frederick C. “Buzz” O’Brien ’62Jon D. Frary ’70Verna M. (Peets) Hyde ’71Murray J. Fisher ’72Charlie Trippany ’72Avis M. McGuiness ’73Bernard W. Fortune ’79Michael Thompson ’79Thomas W. Premo ’84Dr. Vicki Miller-Savard ’85Thomas R. Wood ’94Richard C. Brooks ’07Jerome M. Branagan ’09

Willie King The college community was saddened

by the passing of Wilda ‘Willie’ Barton King, wife of Distinguished Profes-sor Emeritus Harry E. King ’40, and longtime college supporter. Mrs. King died on Aug. 22. She previously worked at the SUNY Canton bookstore and was also a personal secretary for Peter Neval-

dine for a special program at SUNY Canton. She was an active member of her church and community.

Mrs. King was previously named Woman of the Year by the First Presbyterian Church in Canton and also by the Canton Ro-tary Club for her dedication to a variety of causes in Canton.

She is survived by her husband, three daughters and two sons-in-law, JoAnne and James Danehy, Barbara King, and Mar-tha ’74 & ’78 and Peter MacArthur, all of Canton; four grand-children, two great-grandchildren, and numerous other loving family and friends.

Contributions may be made in her memory to the Harry E. King Scholarship through the SUNY Canton Foundation.

Two years ago Terry Gray ’84 knew he was dying. Yet despite the discomfort caused by travelling long distances, he was deter-mined to attend the College’s hockey reunion and reunite with teammates, coaches, professors, and staff. His attendance was part of a truly special weekend for nearly 200 former players.

In his hometown in Napanee, Ontario on August 22, Terry lost his battle with ALS, more commonly known as Lou Geh-rig’s disease. Terry leaves behind his wife Linda, step-children Al-yssa and Brock, his parents Karl and Donna, many other loving family members, and a countless number of wonderful friends.

Throughout the years, Terry remained close with Hockey Coach Terry Martin. Terry Gray played on the 1983 NJCAA National Championship team and the 1984 National Run-nerups. After leaving Canton, Terry stayed involved in sports by coaching numerous successful fastball and hockey teams. He will forever be remembered as a Champion.

Champions Walk Together Forever

Terry Gray ’84 (seated) with some of his 1983 NJCAA Cham-pionship teammates during the 2006 Hockey Reunion.

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Our King of Air ConditioningKING HONORED -

Distinguished Professor Emeritus Harry E. King ’40 addresses guests during the

Air Conditioning Engineering Technology Laboratory naming

ceremony. Over 160 donors came forward to contribute

more than $100,000 to name the room in honor of the former

professor. “The outpouring of emotions and donations were overwhelming and touching,”

said David M. Gerlach ’83, Vice President for Advancement.

A FAMILY AFFAIR -

Harry and his brother

Vernon E. King

’54 open a keepsake photo that was given

to Harry at the naming ceremony.

HARRY’S FINEST - Friends, family, and numerous alumni packed into the air conditioning laboratory to witness the historic naming ceremony. King’s foresight pro-duced countless success-ful graduates, many of whom returned for the ceremony.

CEREMONIAL UNVEILING – Harry and his wife, the late Wilda King, stand next to the ceremonial plaque that will forever grace the walls of the Air Conditioning Laboratory. All of the donors’ names were also inscribed on the plaque, thanking them for making the event possible.

Dinner with the Sergi’s

Quite a Night: A wonderful evening honoring Maria Sergi saw more than 100 friends and family gather on campus in August. The event celebrated the naming of the Maria Sergi Early Childhood Teacher Center.

Sam and the Fam: Proud Grandfather Sam Sergi sits with his six grand-children. In the back row are (l to r) Rosa and Pat Sergi ’86, Marilena Cellucci and fiance Frank Sergi ’87, Lisa ’87 (Sergi) and Luigi Vecchio, and Amanda Di Nardo and Mike Sergi ’00.

All Smiles: Young

Saverio Sergi, son of Pat and

Rosa Sergi, is happy to

be in his mother’s

arms.

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PLAY BALL - Several Advance-ment staff joined alums at an Arizona Diamond-backs spring training game in Phoenix.

SNOW IN SARATOGA - Adrienne Gardner and Luke Snow ’00 at the races with alumni and staff in Saratoga.

AT THE RACES – Jeff Tubolino ’96, Tom Walsh ’96, and Mike Rydberg ’94 during the gathering at the track in Saratoga.

WINDY CITY BASEBALL - Deborah Charnogursky ’78 sits with her daughter Cara during a Chicago Cubs alumni gathering.

FANTASTIC FOURSOME – The Roos Golf Classic was a sold-out success this summer. Among the great groups of alumni and friends were: Dave Spilman ’57, James Sayer ’57, Dave Burwell, and Norman Luther ’56.

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