Pulteney Street Survey - Spring 2011 by Hobart and William Smith Colleges

SPRING 2011

Reunion PLUS:

10 Years of Parallels

2011: June 3-5

with Alex Camacho ’81, Wendy Ettinger ’78, Lou Guard ’07, Will Margiloff ’92, Laura Sydell ’83 And Matt Stamell ’78. Featuring Professors Marvin Bram, Ken Carle, Sigrid Carle ’84 And Matt Kadane.

Performing Arts Project: Leadership Gift from DAVID DEMING ’75 adds to momentum

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KOSHARE DANCE: a history

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Pulteney Street Survey | Spring 2011 Catherine Williams EDITOR Peggy Kowalik ART DIRECTOR/DESIGNER Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05 ASSISTANT EDITOR Emma Boehm ’12, Kathryn Bowering ’11, Ken DeBolt, Charlie Hale ’11, Mary LeClair, Jessie Meyers ’10, Cynthia L. McVey, Dominic Moore ’05, Margaret Popper, Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05, Carrie Stevens ’12, Sarah Tompkins ’10, Andrew Wickenden ’09, Catherine Williams CONTRIBUTING WRITERS/EDITORS Kevin Colton STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Don Cochran, Meghan Malia ’12 Andrew Markham ’10, Gregory Searles CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Rebecca Frank, Mary LeClair, Betty Merkle, Kathy Killius Regan ’82, P’13, Jared Weeden ’91 CLASSNOTES EDITORS Mark D. Gearan PRESIDENT David H. Deming ’75 CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Maureen Collins Zupan ’72, P’09 VICE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Catherine Williams DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Kathy Killius Regan ’82, P’13 DIRECTOR OF ALUMNAE RELATIONS Jared Weeden ’91 DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS William Smith Alumnae Association Officers: Susan Flanders Cushman ’98, President; Chris BennettWest ’94, Vice President; Kate MacKinnon ’77, Past President; Lynne Friedlander Jenco ’80, Historian Hobart Alumni Association Officers: Edward R. Cooper ’86, President; James B. Robinson ’96, Vice President; Garry A. Mendez III ’96, Historian; Robert H. Gilman ’70, Immediate Past President VOLUME XXXVIII, NUMBER TWO THE PULTENEY STREET SURVEY is published by the Office of Communications, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, 639 S. Main Street, Geneva, New York 14456-3397, (315) 7813700. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Pulteney Street Survey, c/o Alumni House Records, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva, New York 14456-3397. Opinions expressed in The Pulteney Street Survey are those of the individuals expressing them, not of Hobart and William Smith Colleges or any other individual or group. Hobart and William Smith Colleges value diversity and actively seek applications from underrepresented groups and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.

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Contents

Lakeviews

Overheard

Love of Dance

10th Anniversar y of Parallels

Remarkable Pro g ress

Center Stage

The Annual Fund

Athletics

Classnotes

Reunion Highlights

Alumni and Alumnae

Bookshelf

On the cover: “Reunion – On the Quad,” a watercolor by Frederick A. Scheeren ’59, is part of the permanent Collections of Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

Worlds of Experience. Lives of Consequence.

MEGHAN MALIA ’12 CAPTURES A PHOTO OF FELLOW CLASSMATES AND JUNIORS CARRIE STEVENS, MEGHAN WARAGER, NORA CLARKE, KATHRYN MCCARTHY, AMANDA DAVIS AND KRISTI AUGENBLICK DESCENDING A ROCKY ISLAND ON WHITESANDS BAY BEACH IN WALES.

The Pulteney Street Survey is looking for stories about HWS alums who are entrepreneurs. If you are an entrepreneur or know someone who is, or if you’ve had an idea that has created change, e-mail PSS Editor Catherine Williams at cwilliams@hws.edu.

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Lakeviews

Dear Friends,

great deal of the Colleges’ success in the past decade can be attributed to two strategic plans, each one emerging from community-wide engagement around issues of critical importance to the Colleges. With an inclusive planning process in which faculty, staff, students and trustees reflected on our strengths and weaknesses, these strategic plans chart the next level of excellence at HWS. HWS 2005, the Colleges’ first comprehensive strategic plan, identified a number of initiatives that would benefit the Colleges and the Geneva community. The recommendations were numerous, affecting academic engagement, student life and physical and financial resources. The outcomes were equally broad and included everything from the establishment of The Finger Lakes Institute to the creation of the Colleges’ mission statement. HWS 2010, which includes Campaign for the Colleges, proposed the growth of the student body to 2,000 students while maintaining our 11:1 student to faculty ratio, the completion of new and renovated capital projects, an increased endowment, and sustained annual giving. The growth initiative was completed one year early and, despite the effects of the recession, the Colleges are close to achieving all of the objectives outlined in Campaign for the Colleges. We are currently making progress in fundraising for the campaign’s final capital project – academic space for the performing arts. In preparation for our next strategic plan, in December of 2009, I again asked the HWS community for input. In the past year, more than 120 HWS community members have worked together to formulate the next set of ideas that will propel our work – HWS 2015. You can learn more about the recommendations on the following pages or by going to www.hws.edu/about/HWS2015. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........

rovost and Dean of Faculty Teresa Amott recently announced that she is leaving HWS to take the position of president of Knox College in Galesburg, Ill. Teresa will be the first woman to lead Knox, a 174-year-old liberal arts college known for its innovative immersion, study abroad and public service programs. During the past six years, she has provided critical leadership at the Colleges, successfully guiding us through an important Middle States Review and developing the Rosensweig Learning Commons, which has created a true center for academic life on campus. Most important, though, has been her role in hiring new faculty, where her decisions have helped shape the nature of academia at HWS. Teresa will be greatly missed by her colleagues and friends. This is a wonderful opportunity for her, one that she is well prepared to undertake. Professor of Economics Pat McGuire has agreed to serve as interim provost and dean of faculty for one year while the Colleges conduct a national search for a permanent replacement. Pat brings to the position more than four decades of service to the

Colleges as a respected scholar, innovative teacher and dedicated community member. Last spring, he announced his intent to retire. I am personally grateful that he has agreed to delay that retirement and accept this administrative appointment. I look forward to Pat’s counsel and leadership in the coming months. ......................

he HWS community was devastated by the news of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The Colleges have a long relationship with Japan that began in 1894 when Barnabas Tokutaro Sakai, a young student from Nagoya, Japan, graduated from Hobart. That relationship has only strengthened during the last century. In the late 1980s, Dr. Kenji Tanaka L.H.D. ’92 visited campus with his two young daughters, Makiko and Kimiko, and it is through the Tanaka family’s generosity and guidance that the Colleges have expanded and strengthened its Asian Studies program. Since 1992, the support of the Tanaka family has allowed dozens of students and faculty members to travel to Japan each summer to participate in Technos International Week, a cross-cultural exchange program sponsored by Technos International College in Tokyo and the Tanaka Ikueikai Educational Trust. Today, many alumni, alumnae, parents and friends of the Colleges live, study and work in Japan. Before the events in March, we had planned to celebrate our relationship with the Tanaka family by awarding Makiko Tanaka an honorary degree this May. We will continue to do so but the ceremony will no doubt take on greater poignancy. Through more than a century of sharing ideas, academic interests and worldviews, a bond of friendship and solidarity has been created with the people of Japan, a bond that informs our deep empathy and sorrow. With every best wish, I remain Sincerely,

Mark. D Gearan

Go to www.hws.edu/HWSresponds to learn more about the Colleges efforts related to Japan.

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ore than 120 HWS community members worked together to create the key recommendations that make up the Colleges’ new strategic plan – HWS 2015. In considering the many ideas brought forth through the planning process, initiatives have been organized around two themes – ‘Liberal Arts in the 21st Century’ and ‘Community.’ Underlying all recommendations is an unwavering commitment to the principles of inclusive excellence.

Liberal Arts in the 21st Century At the heart of our institution is the education of men and women in the liberal arts tradition. Through the transference of knowledge and the skills necessary to obtain and create knowledge, we are educating students to become active and engaged members of society who will go on to lead lives of consequence. How we do that – the curriculum we employ, the faculty members we entrust, the courses we offer, the co-curricular opportunities we create – are all decisions that make up the very heart of the Colleges. Nothing could be more critical to our mission than the ongoing evaluation and enhancement of the Hobart and William Smith education.

Complete a curriculum review Enhance advising Improve recruitment and retention Create reciprocal partnerships with community colleges

Key Recommendations 1. Complete a faculty-driven general education curriculum review that is evidence-based and that considers ways in which we can promote diversity, inclusivity, integration and coherence of student-learning experiences. 2.

Improve, enhance and extend advising so that it connects to the broader context of student outcomes, fosters relationships between faculty and students, and more clearly defines some of the possible academic roadmaps available to students.

Reconsider recruitment and retention as a reciprocal relationship, determining what actions are necessary to enroll students whose intellectual passion, character and potential will persist and thrive at Hobart and William Smith.

Expand the base of the applicant pool to more broadly encompass transfer students, creating reciprocal partnerships with some of the most prestigious community colleges in the country.

Resist the notion that recruitment only happens before students arrive on campus for the first time. Instead, we must re-recruit our students every year, in every class, and in every interaction they have with the Colleges.

Explore program offerings including the creation of distinctive master’s degree and certificate programs that will enhance and extend the student experience beyond the BA/BS.

Revisit the campus master plan in an effort to identify the next set of capital priorities.

Create a comprehensive plan for residential spaces that fosters comprehensive learning and creates a strong sense of community.

Complete fundraising to construct academic space for the performing arts.

Re-recruit our students Extend the student experience beyond the BA/BS Revisit campus master plan Create a plan for residential spaces Complete performing arts project Improve accessibility, sustainability and flexibility

More details about HWS 2015 can be found online at www.hws.edu/about/HWS2015.

10. Improve accessibility, sustainability and flexibility on campus including stabilizing capital renewal monies, meeting the requirements of the Colleges’ Climate Action Plan, and giving appropriate attention to Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and best practices.

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Community We often tell prospective students that at Hobart and William Smith, they will be known. Students are known by their professors and deans, by their classmates and coaches, by the Collegesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; staff and the residents of Geneva. They are known for their accomplishments in the classroom and on the playing field. They are known for their community engagement, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for new ideas and experiences. They are known for the joy they take in intellectual discovery and for their commitment to thoughtful and open inquiry. But no matter how well-known they may become in their professions or how far they may travel to pursue lives of consequence, they are connected by lifelong membership in the HWS community. It is our community that remains one of our most enduring and powerful strengths. Consequently, HWS 2015 elevates the concept of community by committing to community engagement as a tangible, measurable goal.

Expand the Geneva Partnership Establish Certificate of Engagement Develop a nationwide Regional Structure Create deeper engagement with recent graduates

Key Recommendations 1. Expand the Geneva Partnership by implementing a wide range of mutually beneficial initiatives with substantive results for students and community members. 2.

Investigate the creation of curricular opportunities related to community as well as the potential establishment of a Certificate of Engagement.

Develop a nationwide Regional Structure for engaging alums, parents and prospective students so that we may deepen the sense of affiliation our community has with the Colleges while establishing a wider, more consistent HWS presence throughout the country.

Create a deeper engagement with graduates of the last decade, who make up approximately 24% of all HWS alums. We will re-envision an alumni and alumnae relations program that fosters stronger ties with the Colleges through new forms of communication, services, benefits, events and volunteer opportunities.

Support and grow a high performing, highly engaged workforce who are invested in their jobs, believe their work is meaningful and recognized, and are committed to continually improving their skills.

Explore all avenues of cost control and revenue enhancement in order to give the admissions and financial aid offices greater flexibility to enroll those students best equipped to add academic and social value to the fabric of the HWS community, regardless of their demonstrated financial aid.

Grow high performing, highly engaged workforce Explore all avenues of cost control and revenue enhancement

Inclusive Excellence By 2015, it will be evident that inclusive excellence is a core value of the institution. We envision a community that goes beyond tolerance of difference to become one of inclusive excellence â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one that is guided by the principles of equity, social justice, cultural competence and engaged citizenship. As part of HWS 2015, we will continue to build a diverse community of faculty, staff, students, alums and affiliates. We will develop policies and practices that allow equitable access, progress, success, safety and recognition for all members of the community. We will address, review and revise where necessary all print and online communication to highlight our historic and continuing commitment to inclusive excellence. We will also create ways to have on-going, proactive inclusive excellence dialogue, celebration and education at all levels of the institution. Finally, we will seek curriculum and community development that will result in greater engagement of inclusive excellence at all levels.

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Oswego, N.Y. | ca.1963 WAVELENGTHS

350 Miles During the summer of 1963, AJ Davis ’64, John R. Scarlett ’64, John Regan (brother of Elizabeth Regan Scarlett ’64) and Mark A. Scarlett P’95 took a 20-day canoe trip through Algonquin Park in Ontario, Canada. John Scarlett wrote about their trek in The Herald.

TOP Daily Update Stories

COLLEGES RECEIVE LUCE GRANT

A $400,000 grant from the Henry Luce Foundation as part of its Asia Program will bring more content about Asia into the environmental studies program at the Colleges. “The grant will allow for a more critical and in-depth look at human interaction with the environment in East and Southeast Asia,” says Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Darrin Magee.

COLLEGES PRESENT LARAMIE PROJECT

In collaboration with the Geneva Theater Guild, Professor of Education Pat Collins P’09 directed The Laramie Project, about the aftermath of the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard. Eight HWS students and nine members of the Geneva Community performed for six sold-out crowds in the Black Box Theatre at the Geneva Community Center.

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PRESIDENT OBAMA HONORS COOVER ’41

President Barack Obama named Harry Coover ’41, P’66 a recipient of the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The inventor of Super Glue and human tissue adheseives, Coover was among only three individuals and one team to receive the Medal in 2010. Coover recently passed away; his obituary can be found on page 63.

CHI PHI CELEBRATES 150TH ANNIVERSARY

Chi Phi’s Upsilon Chapter commemorated its 1860 founding during a three-day celebration that welcomed alums back to campus. Events included tours of the house as well as mini-college sessions and a semi-formal banquet.

NSF GRANT FUNDS GREEN CHEMISTRY

Professor of Chemistry Walter Bowyer was recently given a three-year National Science Foundation Grant as part of the Research in Undergraduate Institutions program. The nearly $200,000 grant will fund his “green” chemistry research, providing equipment, supplies and a summer stipend for three students.

SIX FROM HWS ACCEPTED TO PEACE CORPS

As the Peace Corps celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Colleges are proud to announce that six students from the HWS community have been accepted to serve in locations around the world: Shanelle France ’11 in sub-Saharan Africa, Lisa Maticic ’10 in Uganda, Kerry O’Neill ’09 in Madagascar and Amanda Slack ’11 in Central or South America. Samantha Tripoli ’11 and Cara Walden ’11 will begin their service in fall 2011; they will be notified of their placements this summer.

GEARAN SERVES ON WHITE HOUSE COUNCIL

HWS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT RECOGNIZED

HWS are among only 28 colleges selected for the 2010 Community Engagement Classification designation by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The Colleges received the classification in both the areas of Curricular Engagement and Outreach and Partnerships.

Through an executive order issued by the White House, HWS President Mark D. Gearan will serve on the newly established White House Council for Community Solutions. The 25-member council will provide advice on the best ways to mobilize citizens, nonprofits, businesses and government to work more effectively together to solve community needs.

HWS SUSTAINABILITY EARNS HIGH MARKS

The Sustainability Endowment Institute has released its annual Sustainability Report Card, and Hobart and William Smith Colleges have improved across a wide range of indicators. One of the largest areas of improvement for HWS was in the area of green buildings, receiving an ’A‘ in the 2011 report.

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WAVELENGTHS

he connections I’ve made at HWS are invaluable. After being in Hong Kong for just three weeks, I have already attended an HWS alumni dinner.” —JESSE LEITER ’09, a regional product manager for JPMorgan, reflecting on his recent move to Asia.

“At a moment when our nation is engulfed in a discussion of civility in public life, there can be no better lesson than examining the consequential life of Sargent Shriver.” —PRESIDENT MARK D.GEARAN in The Boston Globe. Shriver was the first Director of The Peace Corps; Gearan served as Director of the Peace Corps from 1995-1999.

“The class that most influenced the direction of my career was 3-D Design, taught by Professor Aub. There is no bigger confidence boost than learning to use the wood and machine shop.” —MORGAN BAIRD ’08, who works at Jamestown Boat Yard. She was recently featured on the HWS website on the weekly ‘Young Alum’ profile section.

“Let me tell you, it feels really great, as a poor college student, to be able to say that I bought a billionaire a $2 cup of coffee.” —MICHAEL GARLAND ’12, talking about his experience getting to know African venture capitalist Milton Lore during The Global Venture Capital Congress, a meeting of delegates organized by Terry McGuire ’78 and held on campus.

“I speak American. It’s the freedom language.” —JOSH HOROWITZ ’98, teaching the cast of Harry Potter how to “speak American” on his show MTV After Hours.

“We spotted Treasury Secy. Tim Geithner in the East Wing of the White House!” —ANDREW DONOVAN ’12, tweeting about his experiences during The Day on the Hill, an annual event when students meet with politicians, alums and friends of the Colleges to learn about the inner workings of life in our nation’s capital.

“Even with Mubarak’s reign over, Egyptians deserve a clearer message of support from the U.S. as they work to sweep away the remnants of his regime.” —ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE STACEY PHILBRICK YADAV, writing about the Egyptian revolution and its powerful Islamist opposition party in The Christian Science Monitor.

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WAVELENGTHS

Four decades strong, Koshare continues to be one of the most popular events at HWS by Sarah Tompkins ’10

n 1969, as Nancy Maliftano Bailey ’71 and 14 classmates prepared for the first-ever performance of the new dance collective on campus, Director of Athletics Marcia Winn frantically transformed a small gymnasium space into a stage. “I remember Miss Winn running around and gluing brown paper to the floor,” recalls Bailey of the first Koshare concert. “She even made the curtains herself and put them up right before the show.” Bailey’s first dance classes at William Smith were taught by Janet Seeley, who had attended the Elizabeth Duncan School of Dance in Germany. “She taught a very traditional dance style, reminiscent of the work of Martha Graham in the 30s and 40s,” says Bailey. “We respected her greatly, and she was an amazing teacher.” But it was the arrival of Sharon Tomlinson that created a passion for dance in Bailey. Fresh from New York City, Tomlinson brought new dance techniques and a very different style of storytelling to the Colleges, exposing her students to a variety of dance types, including modern. “She had such enthusiasm,” remembers Bailey. “The dances she showed us were much more abstract and eclectic. She taught us folk dances and made us very aware that there were other kinds of dances out there. She really brought our dance into the 20th century.” Introduced to an entirely new way of thinking about dance and influenced by the changing social norms of the late 60s, Tomlinson felt the need to create a new kind of dance group – one that was inclusive of all styles of dance, including modern. And so the Koshare Collective was created, a dance group whose cultural consciousness was reflected even in its name – a Hopi word meaning ‘sacred clown.’ With the birth of Koshare, dance on campus took on added dimension. “The 60s at HWS were also a time of integration and the exploration of culture,” explains Bailey. “Sharon encouraged us to view dance as an art. But it became more than that – it was like we had this new vocabulary we were excited to use.” As much as that new language spoke to the ideals of a cultural movement, it more simply expressed a fundamental love of dance. “We danced everywhere – we created antiwar dances, we danced outside Houghton, we danced on the Quad,” says Bailey. “It’s a different world now, but the spirit is the same and the love is still there.” Forty one years later, Koshare has blossomed into an eagerly anticipated fall event that draws nearly 1,000 spectators to Winn-Seeley Gym from across campus and the Geneva community. Audience members line up hours before the performance begins, and by the time doors open, lines wind down William Smith Hill to Bristol Gymnasium. Like the first, today’s Koshare still happens in a gym, seating is still limited to plastic folding chairs, and brown construction paper still protects the gymnasium floor. At its core, Koshare has remained the same. “We just want to express our love for dance and share it with the campus and community,” says current President of Koshare Rebecca Borsuk ’11. Since Dance became an academic department in 1989, Koshare has remained an important symbol of the role that dance can play in all students’

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“It is truly a testament to the vibrancy of our students.” —Professor of Dance Cynthia Williams

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lives, independent of academic pursuit. The early days of Koshare are similar to the organization today; the annual concert consists of mostly modern dance with an emphasis on ethnic and multicultural dancing. Like the very first Koshare, anyone can audition. Previous experience in dance is not necessary, but it does require a huge time commitment to attend hours of rehearsals and performances. Students choreograph and perform all of the dances, change gels, work with the theater department to create lighting and sound designs, and build and strike the stage in Winn-Seeley gymnasium. Despite the work involved, each year more than 120 students dance in Koshare. “There is no artistic censorship, the only requirement is that the dance needs to be finished,” says Professor of Dance Cynthia Williams. “That’s part of the beauty of Koshare. It holds onto its roots. Anyone can dance, anyone can create. It is truly a testament to the vibrancy of our students.” That vibrancy is largely created through a community of students who support one

another, regardless of ability. Many of the participants have never stepped foot on a stage or been in front of an audience. “My whole history with dance was studio and competition based,” explains Borsuk, a dance major. “But Koshare is not competitive. This is an organization that relies on deep respect for each person’s work. Everyone is extremely supportive.” “Often times, people don’t think dancers have a work habit, but dancing is sweat, pain and tears,” explains Jamar Green ’12, a dance minor who has participated in and choreographed numerous dances for the Collective –and he danced in Koshare’s fall 2010 with a broken toe. For Green, whose work is mostly in hip-hop, dance is just as much about feeling as it is about technique. “Koshare is just doing what we like to do – but in a dancing environment,” says Green. “That’s what it is when the lights are up and we step outside of work and school – it’s feeling free to groove.” “These students truly have a love of movement,” says the collective’s faculty

adviser, Associate Professor of Dance Michelle Iklé, after watching a William Smith soccer player perform in a piece titled ‘An Ode to Beyoncé.’ “In Koshare, students use movement to create anything they want and because of that, they really come alive. When you see the spirit these dancers bring to the stage – how can you not be impressed?” Fundamentally, Koshare makes dance more accessible. “It’s a place where people who have never been to a dance concert can go and really enjoy it – faculty, students, staff and Geneva community members,” says Borsuk. For the 120 students going over routines at the last minute, fine-tuning choreography, or finishing a homework assignment in the halls of Winn-Seeley before performances and rehearsals, Koshare is much more than a two hour concert or creating an accessible dance atmosphere. “People who are not dancers get to step into shoes they’ve always wanted to be in,” says Green. “What they learn is that dancing is a part of everyone’s life in some way, shape or form.” ●

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Student Council | ca.1951 FEATURE

Order! The William Smith Student Council goofs off as Council President Joanne Howell ’51 tries to call order. Pictured here are Mary Faith Francis Sealy ’51, Leila Welikes ’52, Mary Lou Hayes Hughes ’52, Howell, Priscilla Magnuson Hubbard ’51 and Marilyn Muench Bittner ’51. Today, William Smith Congress is the active student government for William Smith College, serving as a liaison between the students and the administration.

Parallels

Celebrating the 10th Anniversar y of the most popular feature of The Pulteney Street Survey.

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In 1963, The Twilight Zone ran an episode called ‘The Parallel’ about an astronaut orbiting Earth who passes out and

wakes up at home. Because this is The Twilight Zone, Earth isn’t quite the same. His daughter doesn’t recognize him. His house is slightly different. John F. Kennedy is not president. The astronaut concludes that he’s in a parallel universe.

Reading stories about what’s happening at your alma mater or visiting for Reunion can be a bit like entering a parallel universe. It’s fundamentally the same – the same campus, many of the same professors, the same philosophy toward education – but it’s also just different. The ‘Parallels’ feature of The Pulteney Street Survey made its debut on the back cover of the Spring 2001 edition. Our intention was to connect the experiences of alums to those of students. In the ensuing 10 years, we’ve produced more than 30 issues, each one featuring an alum and a student who answer the same 10-15 questions. Along the way, we’ve been startled by the unintended similarities in answers (Chris Henderson ’82 and Jake Boak ’06 each reflected on the comfort of a pint of Guinness) as well as the often vast differences (Dr. Ethel Cermak ’34, P’68, Sc.D. ’51 admired steadfastness in others while Elizabeth Vogel ’02 valued spontaneity). The only time we deviated from this formula was in the Spring of 2007 when, in celebration of the William Smith Centennial, we paired William Smith and John Henry Hobart. For the record, we divined that Smith’s favorite swear word was ‘dash.’ Hobart’s was ‘tarnation.’ In honor of the 10th anniversary of ‘Parallels,’ one of the most popular features of the magazine, we decided to dig a little deeper into the lives of our faculty, students and alums.

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MATT • Owner, Stamell Stringed Instruments • Major: English

MATT STAMELL ’78, P’04

or 30 years, Matt Stamell ’78, P’04 has been crafting, restoring, and repairing stringed instruments, recently putting the finishing touches on a copy of the “Viotti” Strad of 1709. But his introduction to instrument making— and the beginning of a lifelong passion—came during his first semester at HWS. “I took my freshman tutorial with Professor of Biology Art Conway,” Stamell says. “We would meet at his house on the lake, and in his basement he had a small workshop. We made dulcimer kits. I already had an Appalachian dulcimer, and was quite involved in folk music, so I took the tutorial.” From then on, music was “completely consuming” for Stamell—as an instrument maker and as a performer. “Freshman year I removed the door to the built in closet in my dorm room and made a workbench out of it,” Stamell says, and year after year, he and classmate John Blodgett ’79 continued setting up workshops and making dulcimers. Stamell also began performing Friday nights at the old Geneva Athletic Club on Castle Street, The Coming Struggle on the corner of Castle and South Main, and other venues around Geneva. On campus, he became involved with the coffeehouse Pandora’s Box, which he oversaw for several years. “I loved the coffeehouse scene and the folk music of the times,” Stamell says. “Pandora’s Box introduced me to the world of producing music, and I met lots of musicians as they passed through.” During his sophomore year, Stamell’s love of folk music led him to establish what would become an HWS institution for the next quarter century: the HWS Folk Festival. Having attended the Hamilton/Kirkland Folk Festival during his freshman year, Stamell decided to adapt the idea for the campus community, but with a twist. “I wanted something outside and free,” he says. “I wanted something non-competitive and celebratory. I learned so much from the festival: organization, cooperation, responsibility and friendship. Just singing with all those folks like Professors Chris Vecsey, Susanne McNally, Charlie Temple, and many others, was something I’ll always treasure. I’d have to say the Folk Festival was my most formative musical experience at HWS, and it contributes so much to who I am and what I do today.” By the time he graduated, Stamell had finished his first guitar and decided to enroll in the Program in Artisanry at Boston University, where he trained as a luthier (a stringed-instrument maker) with Master Luthier Donald Warnock. Later he attended the Violin Craftsmanship Institute at the University of New Hampshire and, in 1989, founded Stamell Stringed Instruments in Amherst, Mass. While he earned his degree from Hobart in English, instrument making was a passion from the very beginning. “For me, all disciplines came together in instrument making—philosophy, history, music. I loved literature too, but as far as what I wanted to do, I knew right away that this was it.” — Andrew Wickenden ‘09

Matt Stamell ’78, P’04 working on a violin in his studio.

What’s the best part about making music at HWS? I loved the freedom to create at HWS. I was able to perform, write songs, and work on the folk festival. I was also able to make instruments, which continues to be my passion. What are you listening to? Bach. Beethoven. Tom Rush. Bob Dylan. Dave Mallett. Bonnie Raitt. Rodney Miller.

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SARIK • Songwriter and guitarist, The Scope • Major: History

What’s the best part about making music at HWS? Because HWS is such a tight community, the word about our band spread like wildfire. There’s nothing better than performing for people who love your music and love you as individuals.

SARIK KUMAR ’11

What are you listening to? The Black Keys, Junip (sounds like a modern psychedelic Cat Stevens) and Phish.

Sarik Kumar ’11 playing with his band The Scope at the Smith Opera House.

s a songwriter and guitarist for The Scope, a student band founded at HWS, Hobart senior Sarik Kumar ’11 lets his extracurricular passions take the stage when he does. Just a few months away from earning his bachelor’s in history, Kumar has a strong affinity for writing and language, but the guitar, he says, “is like my other voice. Most of the time I would rather use my guitar than words to convey my emotions.” Kumar first picked up the guitar in middle school, and it was love at first strum. “I learned one or two chords and I couldn’t stop playing,” Kumar says. “The guitar has always stood out to me. I believe it’s the most versatile and emotional instrument out there—plus it’s sexy and portable!” The Scope has opened for popular headlining artists like GirlTalk and State Radio, though for Kumar, it was their first major show—opening for Robert Randolph and the Family Band at the Smith Opera House—that shines brightest in his memory. “It was completely surreal,” Kumar says. “It felt like some crazy dream. I remember first hearing about the opportunity in the fall of 2008 with Andrew Tarnas-Raskin ‘11 (drummer of The Scope) and Andrew Mahoney ‘11 (bassist of The Scope). Up until that point, we were really just messing around, jamming in different keys, so we jumped at the chance right away. It was that show that solidified us as a band.” Kumar and his bandmates spent the months preceding the show writing new music and lyrics in preparation. “From the very beginning, my dad would always tell me that I should be writing my own music instead of playing other people’s stuff, and that’s just what I did,” says Kumar, who wrote his first song in the tenth grade. Though he’s been at it for years, he believes his HWS education has only made him a better song writer. “The more you know, the better your lyrics are,” he says. “I make allusions to history and great works of literature in my songs, and I think that makes them more interesting.” “I will never forget playing all over campus and in downtown Geneva for the HWS community,” he says. “Hobart and William Smith have allowed us to grow as a band in a way that most other college bands don’t get to do.” With graduation right around the corner, Kumar doesn’t know what’s next. He’s produced some music for documentaries, and he’s currently working remotely as a marketing and promotions intern for Venture Business Research, an England-based firm that connects investors with investments, and OneWire. com, a start-up that connects employers with students looking for their first job. No matter where he ends up, Kumar knows that he’ll keep playing his guitar. “After college, I know that no matter what my job or profession may be, I will always be playing music,” says Kumar. “It’s a vital part of my life and I couldn’t stand living without it.”— Andrew Wickenden ’09

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WENDY ETTINGER ’78

• Academy Award Nominee, Cofounder of Chicken & Egg Pictures • Major: English

What’s the most rewarding aspect of filmmaking? For social justice films, seeing firsthand how your film can create awareness and change on the spot. Which came first – the chicken or the egg? Hmm. Tie. My favorite place in NYC is… I’m happy to say, it changes weekly. It’s a forever evolving, entertaining, fascinating place to live.

hen Wendy Ettinger ’78 packed up after college and headed to New York City, she didn’t set out to change the world. Even after landing a casting internship at an Off-Broadway theater and being thrust into the world of entertainment, it was not until the start of the 1992 Presidential Campaign that Ettinger began to explore a career in film making – and social justice. “At the time, I was working with a theater director and we both thought there was a need to show more about the election process. We knew there was more to the candidates than what was seen on television,” recalls Ettinger. Not long after approaching directors D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus about making a film on the subject, The War Room was born. It was subsequently nominated for an Academy Award, won the D.W. Griffith for Best Documentary by the National Board of Review and the Audience Award at the Berlin Film Festival. Since then, Ettinger has produced a dozen more films that have premiered at Sundance, South by Southwest and The Tribeca Film Festival. Her directorial debut – Baby I’m Yours – aired on The Oxygen Network and was featured on Oprah. In 1995, she and two fellow female filmmakers co-founded Chicken & Egg Pictures, a hybrid film fund and non-profit production company dedicated to supporting women filmmakers, particularly those making films about social change. Each year, Chicken & Egg makes two calls for women filmmakers to submit their letters of inquiry vying for competitive grants. “We look for vision, great storytelling, access, commitment and passion,” says Ettinger. In the past, the production company has funded critically acclaimed films that examine everything from war to body image. This year alone, seven films funded by the company were shown at the Sundance Film Festival and one – Sun Come Up – earned an Academy Award nomination. “Our films are about creating a fair playing field, and protecting an individual’s civil rights,” says Ettinger. “The fair playing field to us is as much about helping the story get told as it is about reaching out to women of color, women who are challenged economically, women who have disabilities. We are reaching out to filmmakers in the Middle East, Africa and across the U.S. to engage new voices.” For Ettinger, a successful documentary lies in its ability to speak for people, not at people. “No one wants to feel like they are being lectured to; they want to reach their own conclusions,” she explains. A screening of the 1975 documentary Grey Gardens during a course at HWS opened Ettinger’s eyes to the startling intimacy of film and the impact this closeness can have on an audience. “The best films leave you wondering and thinking, curious about an issue or a person. They leave you wanting to find out information, do more research or take action.” Despite the wide range of subjects in Chicken & Egg films, the common theme is combating injustice through storytelling. “It’s about giving all women filmmakers the tools, the skills and the funding to tell their own stories,” says Ettinger. “Violations of human rights occur every minute of every day and the films we support shed light on just a few. These voices need to be heard.” —Sarah Tompkins ’10

Wendy Ettinger ’78 at her office in Manhattan.

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AKILAH BROWNE ’11

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• Social Justice Advocate, Aspiring Filmmaker • Major: Media and Society

kilah Browne ’11 had no plans to become a media and society major when she entered William Smith, and she certainly had no intentions to enter the world of filmmaking. “I had never even picked up a camera before coming to HWS,” laughs Browne. “I had this phobia of technology, of PCs, of Macs – of everything except for Word documents.” Instead, Browne, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., wanted to be an entertainment lawyer. After deciding that having a few media courses under her belt would benefit her in her chosen profession, Browne simply picked a course that fit into her schedule. Students in the class were asked to produce a film, and Browne, moved by the documentaries the class had studied, was intrigued by the idea of combining activism with film. “Professor of Media and Society Linda Robertson told me to make sure that I cared about the film I was making,” says Browne, who took the advice to heart and created a documentary about self-segregation on campus. “When I showed that first documentary I had made in class, I just cried. I felt that I had really opened a lot of eyes.” Browne has always worked tirelessly for different causes and groups on campus. She’s the president of Sankofa, the former captain and choreographer of the Hip~NotiQs dance team, a member of the Committee on Inclusive Excellence, and a member of the Social Justice Club. “For a long time, I would spend all of my time thinking about race issues, and then I would focus on gender equality issues and every other injustice I could see, and it was too much to handle,” says Browne. “I had to tell myself to take on one issue at a time. I finally realized I can’t take on the world all at once — that’s just too hard.” For Browne, advocating and filmmaking go hand in hand. “I think that a successful film about social justice brings you into that space, it doesn’t preach at you,” explains Browne, who recently spent her summer creating a documentary centered on the Geneva community’s involvement in the annual Musselman Triathlon. “Sometimes there are things in this world that are so easy not to see. It isn’t until you are pulled into that world through images and stories that your mind is finally opened.” Although Browne is currently working on final edits for the Musselman documentary – a task that was put on hold during a semester studying and interning in Washington, D.C. – ideas for future films are already consuming her thoughts. A semester abroad in South Africa during her junior year, during which she became fluent in Zulu and worked in an orphanage, opened up a whole new world she hopes to explore. “At the root of it, activism is in my blood,” she says. “This is a strong passion I can’t divorce myself from, and I’ve come to realize that I won’t be fulfilled unless I advocate for those who need a voice.” —Sarah Tompkins ’10

What’s the most rewarding aspect of filmmaking? The end product! You create something from nothing – it’s always a wonderful shock to see it all done. Which came first – the chicken or the egg? The chicken. Hands down. My favorite place in NYC is… Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. It’s not about the touristy places – I love where I’m from!

Akilah Browne ’11 in front of the Musselman wall mural in downtown Geneva.

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ALEX CAMACHO ’81

lex Camacho ’81 remembers his first day of classes at HWS: the professor walked in, drew a circle on the board and said, ‘What is this?’ “He was encouraging us to see the world from multiple perspectives,” says Camacho. “A circle isn’t just a circle–it’s a porthole on a ship or the body of a tambourine. It can be anything. That lesson stuck with me and has had a big impact on how I look at the world.” He also remembers his first day as a Cornell Law student. “The professor asked us a question, and I and several others in the class all gave what we believed were erudite, thoughtful answers. He was satisfied with none of them. He wanted us to go far deeper and think more independently than we had been expected to do before. It really pushed me to work hard.” Today, Camacho is a partner at Clifford Chance, one of the 10 largest law firms in the world. He specializes in crossborder capital markets transactions, counseling U.S. and Latin American companies in capital raising efforts. “Raising capital in the U.S. requires an understanding of the complex web of laws, rules and regulations that make up our federal securities law. You also need to be familiar with state securities laws and their business organization laws,” says Camacho. “I advise my clients at all stages of the capital raising process, from organizing the corporate structure and governance of a company so that it will appeal to investors in the market, creating the selling and disclosure documents that are reviewed by the SEC, to helping them comply with the duties and responsibilities of being a public company after the capital is raised.” Because disclosure is key to the process, he works with many of his clients to prepare prospectuses for potential investors, enormous documents that disclose the important information about the company, its management and governance, and discusses the pros, cons and possible risks associated with the business of the company trying to raise capital. “In order to write these documents, I need to know more than just the rules and regulations, I have to become intimately familiar with the company and its industry so I can tell its story without missing any information that might be important for investors, and that’s one of the best parts of my job,” says Camacho. “When I do a deal with a gold mining company, I learn everything there is to know about gold mining. I get to work with a lot of really interesting companies and people, domestically and around the world.” One recent deal involved a company that makes ventricular assist devices (VADs), a machine used to replace the function of a failing heart. The product was initially used as a bridge for patients waiting for donor hearts, but as they developed new protocols for the VADs, Camacho worked with the company to raise capital in support of further research. “Now they’re developing protocols for treating older patients who won’t ever be eligible to get donor hearts,” he explains. “In one case, a VAD was used on a teenager with a damaged heart–the machine pumped her blood for her while her own heart healed, and eventually she was able to come off of the machine. I love deals like that. It’s really fascinating work.” —Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05

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ALEX • Partner, Clifford Chance • J.D., Cornell Law School • Major: Political Science

What’s the biggest misconception about lawyers? People see lawyers on TV, and they think they are all litigators.

Alex Camacho ’81 in his office in Manhattan.

How does creativity play into the law? One of the most important roles I have as a lawyer is finding solutions to the problems. How did HWS help prepare you to be a lawyer? HWS taught me to analyze a problem and approach solutions from different angles.

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LOU GUARD ’07

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or second year Cornell Law student Lou Guard ’07, “raising capital” is, at the moment, more of a personal endeavor. “At this point, I’m really focused on building my skills and meeting people,” he says. “I want to use my law degree to accomplish something, and creating a skill set with a breadth and depth of abilities will help me get there.” Guard believes that he learned some of his most valuable lessons as a student and staff member at Hobart and William Smith. “At HWS, I learned a lot about looking at the big picture, seeing things from the 30,000 foot level,” says Guard, who worked in the Office of the President for two years after graduation. He’s building on that knowledge daily, and Cornell has its own lessons to impart. “My coursework is rigorous and staying on top of everything is challenging,” he explains. “I want to do well in my classes, but I also want to be involved in everything Cornell has to offer–to volunteer, be in clubs, have a social life. I’m constantly learning.” Practical job experience is a key part of every lawyer’s training, and Guard’s working on that, as well. This past summer, he interned with a university General Counsel and, this spring, has an externship with the EPA in Region 3, where he’ll work full time on constitutional and administrative law issues. After that, he’s secured a position as a summer associate at Dilworth Paxson LLP in Philadelphia. “I know I have a long road ahead of me, researching and supporting more experienced lawyers,” says Guard. “I like the idea of having a client, being a counselor and helping people and companies solve problems, and I will get there with time.” As he continues to raise his capital, Guard simultaneously increases his career potential. “I could be a partner at a huge law firm, work in non-profit management or at a Fortune 500 company. I’m really interested in building a diverse skill set. I want to be known for my client service, an intense work ethic and integrity.” “The bottom line is that a law degree is incredibly empowering,” he says. “No matter where I end up, I just want to be outstanding at what I do and have an interesting and varied career.” —Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05

• J.D. Candidate, Cornell Law School • Majors: History and Public Policy

What’s the biggest misconception about lawyers? That the law is “finished” and lawyers just interpret it. How does creativity play into the law? As a lawyer, you have a goal, and you have to figure out how to achieve that goal. How did HWS help prepare you to be a lawyer? HWS taught me to be a team player and a good person.

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Lou Guard ’07 on the campus of Cornell University.

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LAURA • NPR Correspondent • J.D., Yeshiva University • Major: History

LAURA SYDELL ’83

“M

y mother always wanted me to be a lawyer,” says Laura Sydell ’83. “At William Smith, I did all this stuff in theatre and I wanted to write. I found law dull and didn’t feel I wanted to spend my life doing it.” While earning a J.D. from Yeshiva University’s Cardozo School of Law, a professor made a life-altering suggestion. “He said I should check out radio. He said I had a great voice and presence and he knew I was interested in writing.” A friend suggested public radio station WBAI with the encouraging words, “They’ll let anyone on the air.” With her first foray into radio, Sydell was hooked. Today, Sydell’s voice can be heard around the world as NPR’s Digital Culture Correspondent. “I really like the drama quality of radio and I love the intimacy of voice, the way you tell stories in radio,” she explains. “It engages you in a way TV does not.” After volunteering at WBAI and working as a freelancer, Sydell held jobs at Fordham University and WNYC. In her early career, she covered politics, arts, media, religion and entrepreneurship. At WNYC, her reports on race relations, city politics and arts won numerous awards. She also got experience producing long-format radio documentaries on individuals whose life experiences turned them into activists. In the early ‘90s, Sydell moved to San Francisco and took a position as a teaching fellow at the Graduate School of Journalism at University of California, Berkeley. When American Public Media’s “Marketplace” was looking for someone to cover technology, she jumped at the chance. “I knew nothing about technology at the time,” she laughs, but landed the job because Marketplace was looking for people who could speak about complicated issues in laymen’s terms. With the addition of technology coverage to her already diverse background, Sydell was well-suited to make her next career move to NPR’s arts desk to cover digital culture. Her current role is to report on how technology is transforming culture. “I had no idea what a powerful medium I was stumbling into with NPR,” she says. “People like to be told a story and no one does that better than NPR.” Over the years, Sydell has developed an almost archaeological approach to technology, looking at how the digital revolution is changing everyday life. One of her favorite series was reporting on the impact of the internet and technology on the cultures of India and China. “Those were really important stories for me,” she says. “It was fascinating to see the reach of American technology and pop culture into these countries.” While she’s happy in radio, she would like to someday work in all forms of media, possibly writing books and producing a television documentary. “As much as I like radio, I’d like to express myself in ways that give me more opportunity to get deeper. Each medium has what it does best and I’d like to have the opportunity to try all of them.” —Cynthia L. McVey

Who is your favorite radio voice? Robert Siegel. He’s an amazing journalist. I didn’t start out in love with him, but he has a subtle way of getting information out of people. Who would you most like to interview you? Terry Gross. She’s a great interviewer; it’s never about her. She’s a model journalist. Dogs or cats? Dogs. (Please don’t tell the cats.)

Laura Sydell ’83 in the studio.

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VIENNA • Program Director, WHWS/ WEOS • Major: Asian Studies

Who is your favorite radio voice? David Sedaris. He has an unusual sounding voice, a dry wit and the ability to make even mundane, every day things entertaining. Who would you most like to interview you? Terry Gross. She has a good way of drawing people out and treats everyone with respect. Dogs or cats? Cats. (But I really like dogs).

VIENNA FARLOW ’12

or as long as she can remember, Vienna Farlow ’12 has listened to NPR. Without a television in the house, Farlow’s childhood was defined by the pervasive presence of radio voices reporting on news, world cultures and events. “I have always had a fondness for the spoken word; I even prefer it to listening to music on the radio,” she explains. “Language is such an important part of the human experience and radio has always been a constant in my life.” Farlow grew up in Aurora, N.Y., within listening distance of WEOS, the Colleges’ radio station and NPR affiliate. It was through WEOS that she first learned of Hobart and William Smith. When she decided to attend HWS, making WEOS a part of her everyday life seemed natural. She walked into the station as a first-year and now as a junior holds the position of program director, where she’s in charge of the schedule, organizes the DJ’s shows, oversees special events and fields broadcast requests. The job has given her some unique opportunities, including introducing her favorite author and radio personality, David Sedaris, when he made an appearance in Ithaca. She was also one of several students on a conference call with President Barack Obama. “As a radio listener, I’ve always been more used to hearing politicians speak versus seeing them give speeches, so hearing President Obama’s voice on the call was similar to that,” Farlow explains. “But knowing he was really on the other end of a phone line and not broadcasting via radio made it surreal.” Despite the fact that she isn’t an on-air personality at WEOS, it is Farlow’s voice you hear reading the WEOS station call letters every day. She’s currently hard at work bringing two old-time spy dramas to WEOS, complete with their original ads (think Ovaltine from A Christmas Story). She’s performed in three plays in Bartlett Theatre and she’s using her voice for more persuasive causes as a member of the nationallyranked HWS Debate Team. While radio is one lifelong passion, her other is Japan. An Asian Studies major, Farlow successfully applied to study in Japan through Technos International Week, a cross-cultural exchange program sponsored by Technos International College in Tokyo and the Tanaka Ikueikai Educational Trust. While there, Farlow was hosted by the family of her elementary school pen pal, learning more about the people and places described in her childhood letters. Before the earthquake and tsunami, she had planned to return to Japan for a semester abroad. Her hope is to one day blend her passion for radio and Japan into a career. “My career options right now are in flux,” she says. “I’m on a continuous journey of experiences at HWS.” —Cynthia L. McVey

Vienna Farlow ’12 at WHWS/WEOS.

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WILL MARGILOFF ’92

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Trustee Will Margiloff ’92 has always been ahead of the curve. “The internet/digital field was brand new in 1994 when I jumped into selling virtual advertising space on Prodigy, Compuserve, and the small guy, AOL,” says Margiloff. “The idea that people could be connected by their PC’s was so fascinating to me, and the fact that those PC’s could reach out to marketers’ sites for information was a new way to deliver information without the strings of traditional media.” While working at theglobe.com in the late-90’s, Margiloff saw the first wave of social networking sweep through digital culture with homepage building sites like Geocities, theglobe.com and Tripod, which allowed users to post pictures and messages while chatting with forum groups with similar interests. These concepts have been adopted by sites like Myspace and Facebook, “with incredible success,” Margiloff says. “I think those older sites were too early in the evolution of social media to meet consumer and advertiser acceptance.” But ultimately, those sites were all after the same idea. “Social media sites are really just extensions of what we do offline,” he says. “Social media is a study group, a conversation at lunch, a team’s practice. It is all about sharing your thoughts, needs and experiences with a peer group that you trust and like.” Morphing those online social interactions into brand faith and sales is where Margiloff comes in. As the Founder and CEO of Innovation Interactive, an international digital marketing services company, Margiloff turns online interactions into sales through the strategic use of social, search, display and mobile marketing, as well as onsite and audience optimization. Creating profitable connections is big business. Innovation Interactive manages and tracks more than $1 billion in digital media and supplies strategic digital guidance for clients like Coca-Cola, H&R Block, Kraft, Marvel, MTV, Ralph Lauren and NBCUniversal among many others. 360i, a division of the company, was recently named in the top ten on Advertising Age’s Agency A-List. Fast Company named it to its annual list of the ‘World’s Most Innovative Companies,’ putting the company in the ranks of Apple, Nike and Amazon. “The technology is changing every day, making the pace of innovation exhilarating. I don’t think that has diminished after all these years,” says Margiloff. “Being excited to do something bold, different and never-been-done-before is what has made this a dream career for me and the people that work with me.” — Andrew Wickenden ’09

Will Margiloff ’92 between Board sessions in downtown Geneva.

WILL • CEO & Founder, Innovative Interactive • Major: History

How do you define “social network”? A social network is a structure made up of individuals or organizations connected by one or more types of dependency, friendship, common interest, financial exchange, dislikes, beliefs, knowledge or prestige. What’s the next big thing in social and digital media? Geo-location advertising.

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ANDREW DONOVAN ’12

ANDREW • Digital Media Producer, WKTV-Utica; Social Media Editor, HWS Office of Communications • Majors:History and Political Science

How do you define “social network”? A social profile is a person’s brand. I don’t personally know even a small percentage of my Twitter followers, but supposedly they like what they’re reading on my feed. A social network gives anyone a voice and access. What’s the next “big thing” in social and digital media? Instantaneous information; the “refresh” button will become something of the past.

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hen WKTV NewsChannel 2, NBC’s Utica, N.Y. affiliate, won the New York State Associated Press award for Best Website, it was partly due to the work of Andrew Donovan ’12. Since he was 16, Donovan has worked for WKTV and continues to do so on weekends, even during the semester, as a digital media producer for the station, creating content for WKTV.com and coordinating the station’s Facebook and Twitter pages. On top of carrying a full course load at HWS, he also coordinates the social networking plan for the HWS Office of Communications. When you see a posting from the Colleges on Facebook, it’s likely his work. “HWS is lucky because it has so many people who consider themselves part of our community,” Donovan says. “Students, parents, grandparents, alums, Geneva-residents, faculty, staff—to have all of those people interacting with us on social media platforms reinvigorates the passion people have for HWS.” During the summer of 2010, Donovan’s years of hard work and digital media know-how landed him an internship with NBC News at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. Donovan carried his social media experience with him to NBC—and advanced it—working under a Senior Vice President and the Director of Social Media as a contributor to the TODAY Show blog, msnbc.com and the NBC News Intern Twitter feed. “Interning at NBC News was a dream come true,” Donovan says. “I learned so much and was able to work alongside the best in the business, names every household knows, and people I’ve watched for years whose work has sparked my passion.” With these years of experience under his belt—at WKTV, HWS and NBC—Donovan is ready for the next challenge, the next story, and the next opportunity to push the boundaries of what journalism and social networking can do. “Social media is revolutionary in the world of journalism,” Donovan says. “It gives television journalists more time and newspaper journalists more space to expand their coverage. It also gives them direct access to the audience whenever they have new information or insight. My hope is to one day be in a position to report on events around the world through traditional and new media. I want to be able to describe what others won’t have a chance to see for themselves.” — Andrew Wickenden ’09

Andrew Donovan ’12 at Opus, a coffee shop in downtown Geneva.

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MARVIN BRAM P’91, L.H.D. ’99

Professor Emeritus of History Marvin Bram at his home in Geneva, N.Y.

MARVIN • B.A., University of Chicago • Ph.D., University of Rochester • Makes and plays the violin

Who is your favorite historical figure? An historian named Riasanovsky once mentioned that the only historical figure he knew who could not bear the suffering of children was the utopian Charles Fourier. That’s good enough for me. Who is your favorite musician or composer? Brahms is my favorite composer. He knew everything.

“When you get older and you feel increasingly finite, you think increasingly seriously about how your day is going to go,” says Professor Emeritus of History Marvin Bram. “You want your days to represent an intersection of what you think you’re able to do and what you think the world needs of you.” Since retiring from teaching in 1997, Bram has been working on a history of civilization. All of it. He anticipates its completion in the next year or so. Added to the burden of such a large undertaking is the complexity of Bram’s expectations. “For me, the model for doing history is a medical one,” he says. “I regard the point of writing a history of civilization to be the production of a diagnosis.” In Bram’s diagnosis, the history of the last 5,000 years is one of hierarchies nested within hierarchies, leading to countless human beings suffering through no fault of their own. “But what’s the point of diagnosing an illness without prescribing a therapy,” he asks. So Bram has also worked to put together remedies that might diminish suffering. “We need only bring together the scattered life-serving elements of our civilized history in order fully to imagine, and bring about, a life-serving postcivilization.” Bram wryly describes his work as a humanist’s Grand Unified Theory, medical style. “It’s not a typical orientation to doing history,” he says, “but it’s mine.” Bram’s prescription begins with children. “The research of the last 10 years has shown that children, boys in particular, if struck in the first three years of life, will be inclined to repeat that violence and build hierarchies rather than friendships in later life. These consequences could not be more serious. Hitting children must stop however otherwise reasonable people justify it.” Bram says that corporal punishment is a major contributor to a society of diminished adults. “Civilizations value obedience above all else, and crush human faculties that they judge to be threatening. One of those faculties is empathy.” “Empathy,” Bram adds, citing the past director of a brain-imaging laboratory, “is the immune system of a society. If you weaken empathy, the society sickens. How do you weaken empathy? Our manic popular culture weakens it. And preeminently, the wrong kind of childrearing weakens it.” Bram has responded by becoming an activist. Five years ago, he launched the Geneva Peace Symposium. “The 47-nation Council of Europe has urged its member nations to ban the corporal punishment of children and two dozen have done so. But here in the U.S., I’ve found a deep, almost pathological reluctance to take up the cause of children. The last seriously unprotected population in our country is our children; it’s time to rise to the occasion and defend them.” Bram ends his history of the world with an aphorism that has special weight for him. “We must consider that kindness has an intelligence of its own,” he says, “but intelligence has no kindness of its own.” —Catherine Williams

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MATT KADANE Associate Professor of History Matt Kadane leads a double life. By day, he’s a gifted academic with a passionate interest in the intersection between religion and economics. And by night, well, he’s a bona fide rock hero in the world of independent music. For the past four years, Kadane’s scholarship has centered on a 12,500 page, handwritten diary of an 18th century clothier in Leeds, England. “What makes this diary important is that its author, Joseph Ryder, was living at one of the trickiest moments in the history of capitalism,” Kadane explains. Born in 1695, Ryder was a textile manufacturer on the eve of the Industrial Revolution. “He was innovative in his commercial life – turning people into wage laborers and trading in markets that were farther and farther away, but at the same time, he was extremely spiritual. Because that spirituality made him suspicious of his materialism Ryder constantly questions if he’s doing the right thing with his life. As a result, there are days when he is intensely depressed and melancholy.” Ryder’s sense of dissonance is, Kadane believes, indicative of a larger cultural shift in perceptions of capitalism and religion. “Ryder’s God doesn’t look favorably on the poor. On the other hand, making money excessively was seen as devastating to the soul. Where to draw that line between success and excess is never clear and Ryder agonizes over it.” Kadane has always been interested in what he calls, “…those introspective types.” And Ryder, with his 35-year diary on the spiritual resonance of capitalism, doesn’t disappoint. “Ryder uses a word – ‘watch’ – that I’ve tried to tune into. He’s always watching,” Kadane says. “Watching for Ryder is about scrutiny – scrutiny of oneself and of the outside world. But it’s also constant scrutiny for the sake of salvation. And as an embodiment of his watchfulness, his diary was a key to his salvation.” If Ryder’s conflict is inherent in his life as Associate Professor of History a spiritual capitalist, then Kadane’s may be Matt Kadane in his office in rooted in his life as a professorial musician. Henry House. The Watchful Clothier: The Diary of an EighteenthCentury Protestant-Capitalist will be published by Yale University Press later this year, just about the same time that Kadane will head back to the studio to record a fourth album with his band, The New Year. Since 1992, Kadane and his brother, Bubba, have been writing and performing to critical acclaim, first in a group called Bedhead and now as The New Year. And the same aching dissonance that Kadane investigates in his academic life is alive and well in his musical creations. About the group’s last, self-titled album, Scott Timberg from the Los Angeles Times writes: “…[their] songs begin as reflective, melancholy odes and transform themselves into chiming cathedrals of sound.” In Pitchfork, the online guide to independent music, Jason Crock writes: “The gradual and hesitant payoffs of these songs give the feeling of standing on a precipice, while their brief but gorgeous outros are like looking out on a limitless horizon.” The Dallas Observer simply calls the album “a masterpiece.” His life in a rock band, in which he sings and plays guitar, isn’t something Kadane shares with his students. “I don’t know how to talk about the music,” he says, simply. “I can talk about Ryder and the other stuff all day long, but I’ve got nothing when it comes to music. I’m sympathetic to the idea that talking about music is like dancing about architecture.” —Catherine Williams

MATT • B.A., Southern Methodist University • M.A., The New School for Social Research • Ph.D., Brown University

Who is your favorite historical figure? A tie: Karl Marx and Joseph Ryder Who is your favorite musician or composer? Musician: Keith Moon. Composer: Arvo Part. What is your favorite website? Google.com

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KEN • Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, Hobart and William Smith Colleges

If you were a chemical element on the Periodic Table, which would you be? Lead. It’s in so many things.

KEN CARLE P’82, P’84, P’90 SIGRID CARLE ’84

Why HWS? We came to HWS because it was a small college, but once we were here we so enjoyed the faculty and great students. It has been a wonderful place to spend the past 50 years.

rofessor of Biology Sigrid Carle ’84 has been a scientist for as long as she can remember. As a child, she hatched frog eggs collected at a nearby swamp. She was fascinated by her parents’ vegetable garden. And she loved to keep an eye on the bird feeders in the backyard. It was her father, though, who really inspired her interest. “When I was about eight-years-old, my father and I went out to Odell’s Pond, and he cut a branch off a weeping willow tree,” she explains. “We took it home and put it in a bucket of water. I couldn’t believe it grew roots! Eventually, we planted it in the backyard, and it’s still there. It’s a huge tree now.” It’s worth mentioning, perhaps, that Sigrid’s inspiration, her father, is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry Ken Carle P’82, P’84, P’90, and that Ken, too, was inspired to become a scientist by his father. “My father was a chemistry professor. He loved his work, and that rubbed off on me,” says Ken. “When I was 13, he gave me my first chemistry set, and I invited all of the neighborhood kids over to show them my experiments.” From showing off his chemical reactions to graduate school, Ken’s love of science never faded. “I like that chemistry is an exact science,” he says. “There’s not a lot of room for guess work. Either you’re right or you’re wrong. I have never been very good at philosophizing, so that suits me perfectly.” In the end, both father and daughter made Hobart and William Smith their home–Ken serving in the chemistry department from 19591992, and Sigrid taking up residence in the biology department in 1994. Beloved by their students, both Carles place high value on working one-on-one. “It’s a joy working with engaged A students, but I also enjoyed working with the C and D students who put the effort in and get better over time,” says Ken. “Science is something that doesn’t come naturally to most people. Learning it can be a struggle, but I try to make it fun.” “I love the questions students ask,” says Sigrid, who tries to connect biology with what’s going on in her students’ lives. “I got a great e-mail from a William Smith student the other day,” she continues. “She’d recently been diagnosed with a bacterial infection, and she was wondering why the antibiotics her doctor prescribed killed bacteria cells without hurting her own cells. That’s such a great question! It shows she’s really thinking about the material, and that makes me so happy.”—Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05

SIGRID • Professor of Biology, Hobart and William Smith Colleges

If you were a chemical element on the Periodic Table, which would you be? Sodium. It’s so important in biological systems. Why HWS? There is such a sense of community here. The students, faculty and staff are dedicated to HWS and they’re dedicated to each other. You just don’t find that everywhere.

The Carles at Sigrid’s graduation in 1984.

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Performing Arts | ca.1980s CAMPAIGN FOR THE COLLEGES

Everyone Loves a Clown William Smith students apply face paint in preparation for a performance. The new Performing Arts Center will include dressing room facilities.

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emarkable Progress

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ince Campaign for the Colleges was first conceived, the Hobart and William Smith Board of Trustees has been firm in its resolution that the Campaign act as a launch, accelerating the momentum of HWS and making a difference in the lives of current and future students, faculty, staff, alumni and alumnae. As planning got underway, a consulting firm recommended that the Colleges keep their Campaign goals relatively modest – between $119 million and $126 million. The Board responded by saying, “We can do better,” and instead set the goal at $160 million, making it the largest fundraising effort in HWS history. “We refused to sell the Colleges, our alums and our future students short,” says David H. Deming ’75, chair of the Board of Trustees. “We knew that if we were deliberate in identifying priorities, our alumni, alumnae, parents and friends would step up to the challenge because of their commitment to Hobart and William Smith and their belief in our mission.” During the silent phase of the Campaign, HWS leaders were encouraged by the strong support they received. In 2006, HWS officially launched the public phase of the campaign at Jazz at Lincoln Center, announcing that $90 million had already been raised toward the $160 million goal. “In shaping objectives for the Campaign, we were compelled by the Colleges’ strategic plan, HWS 2010, and a very clear mission – to move the Colleges forward so that students will benefit from a world class education for generations to come,” says Deming. “Donors recognized the importance

of these goals, and the Campaign just continued to gain momentum.” The most visible changes are the many newly constructed and renovated spaces that have allowed for physical growth while maintaining our historic campus character. Through increased Annual Fund support and gifts to the endowment, the Colleges were also able to bolster critical academic and student programs and significantly increase financial aid through scholarship support. “When you look around campus today, it has been transformed by this Campaign and by the many individuals who have made the Colleges a philanthropic priority,” says Trustee Thomas P. Poole ’61, P’91, L.H.D. ’06, tri-chair of the Campaign Steering Committee with Trustee Chair Emeritus L. Thomas Melly ’52, L.H.D.’02 and Trustee Maureen Collins Zupan ’72, P’09. “Our students and faculty benefit from enhanced programs, new initiatives, increased opportunities, sophisticated facilities, and greater access than ever before.” “I’m thankful for the support and generosity of our alumni, alumnae, parents and friends. Through Campaign for the Colleges, we’ve been able to add or substantially renovate academic, library, student center, residential and athletic facilities,” says President Mark D. Gearan. “We’ve made a real difference in the lives of students, faculty and staff, and in the life of the institution.” In the fall of 2009, as the country began to grapple with a global economic crisis, many other colleges and universities called off or cut short their capital campaigns. Again, the Hobart and William Smith Board

of Trustees saw the opportunity and didn’t flinch. Instead, the Colleges leaned in to the crisis, raising and surpassing that $160 million goal. “The continued momentum of the Campaign, against many odds, is impressive,” says Gearan. “It is a strong indicator of the dedication of the Hobart and William Smith family and its desire to continue to build on the accomplishments of the Colleges.” But, with capital objectives unrealized and financial aid needs growing in the face of the recession, at its fall 2009 meeting, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted to increase the Campaign’s goal to $200 million. “We couldn’t in good faith celebrate the ‘end’ of the Campaign without realizing the goals we’d set for ourselves at the outset,” says Deming. “We are obligated to meet those goals.” As Campaign for the Colleges advances toward its end date, set for May 31, 2012, remaining priorities include increasing Annual Fund support, growing the endowment and completing necessary academic space for theatre, music and dance. “Campaign for the Colleges began with a solid, balanced set of objectives, and we’ve come a long way toward realizing them,” says Bob O’Connor, vice president for Institutional Advancement. “Because of the wide-ranging nature of our three remaining objectives – Annual Fund, Endowment and Performing Arts – gifts of all sizes continue to make an important difference in our success.”

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Academic space for the performing arts is the last capital project of Campaign for the Colleges

by Margaret Popper and Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05

hen she arrived at Hobart and William Smith in 2000, Julia James ’04 intended to study English and she loved to dance. A passionate and creative student, her professors wondered – would she be a writing dancer or a dancing writer? A chance encounter at a lecture changed her course of study to chemistry. Today, James is still a dancer and she still writes poetry, but she’s also a Rhodes Scholar who works at the National Institutes of Health researching HIV immunology. The Colleges have long graduated amazingly bright, talented and artistic citizens. Some, like Chris McDonald ’77, currently starring in the television show ‘Harry’s Law,’ Reynold Levy ’66, president of Lincoln Center for Performing Arts, and Brad Falchuk ’93, the co-

creator, director and producer of ‘Glee!,’ have gone on to professional careers in the arts while others, like James, have achieved success in other careers. None of them had a quality performing arts space that matched their talents. The last remaining capital project of Campaign for the Colleges, the Performing Arts Initiative seeks to correct that deficiency by constructing academic space dedicated to the performing arts. The single most ambitious fundraising project undertaken in the Colleges’ history, the Initiative makes the Colleges competitive in the admissions marketplace, strengthens the overall HWS community, and provides students with opportunities that will – whether they go on to Wall Street or Broadway – give them tools for

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“I believe so much in this project – in its ability to give us a competitive advantage in the marketplace and in its ability to transform Hobart and William Smith.” —David H.Deming ’75, Chair, Board of Trustees

long term career and personal success. “I believe so much in this project – in its ability to give us a competitive advantage in the marketplace and in its ability to transform Hobart and William Smith – that I’ve committed $2.5 million to make it happen,” said Chair of the Board of Trustees David H. Deming ‘75 during the winter 2011 Board meeting, announcing his leadership gift to the project. “David’s gift is an extraordinary example of the level of momentum behind the performing arts,” says President Mark D. Gearan. “To date, nearly $13 million has been secured toward the Initiative’s overall goal of $28 million. On behalf of the faculty, students, staff and community members who will benefit from this project, I thank David for his generosity.” The funds committed to the Performing Arts are already the largest ever raised for a single project in the Colleges’ history. In addition to Deming’s support, the project has benefited from gifts from Trustees Bruce N. Bensley ’51, P’98, L.H.D.’01, Pete Buck ’81, P’12, Katherine D. Elliott ’66, L.H.D. ’08, Cynthia Gelsthorpe Fish ’82, Garrett A. Mathieson ’74, L. Thomas Melly ’52, L.H.D. ’02 and Allison Morrow ’76. Academic space for the performing arts was identified as a Campaign priority in 2000 when the Colleges completed a comprehensive master plan conducted by Ayers Saint Gross, a national architecture firm specializing in academic planning and design. “We took a thorough look at our campus and developed a strategic approach to mitigate the weaker points of our physical plant,” says Gearan. “These plans formed the basis of the capital portion of Campaign for the Colleges. Today’s greatest need is academic space for the performing arts.” The location for the new Performing Arts Center – across from the Scandling Campus Center and adjacent to Medbery Hall and the Quad – will make the arts an accessible and ever-present part of campus life. “The arts in general, but especially the performing arts, are often community-building enterprises,” says Professor of Education Pat Collins P’09, who recently directed a cast made up of HWS students and Geneva residents in a production of The Laramie Project. “Because the creation of a dance, play or piece of music is almost never an entirely solo endeavor, at a basic level, the performing arts are about community.” The Performing Arts Center will also be a destination point for Geneva allowing community members and students to work together on in-depth, creative projects. “The more we work together on intellectually engaging projects, the more likely we will be to see ourselves as members of a larger community,” adds Collins.

The community-building that takes place while working on a serious piece of art is fulfilling and important, but it is not the only benefit. “We often don’t recognize that the arts are cognitive as well as affective,” says Collins. “They’re not just about expression; they’re about using feelings as tools for critical thinking and knowing. They provide shape and form for thoughts, ideas and emotions that we may not otherwise be able to articulate.” Developing capacity in the arts is so fundamental that one of the Colleges’ eight curricular goals requires all students to acquire the capability to appreciate and initiate artistic self-expression. “The arts are essential to a liberal arts education,” says Interim Provost and Dean of Faculty Pat McGuire. “They allow our students to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit that is so much a part of who we are as an institution of higher learning.” And the arts make stronger students. “Some of our most successful and outstanding alums participated in the arts at HWS,” says Gearan. “They played an instrument, participated in the Little Theatre or Schola Cantorum. They danced in Koshare or Hip~Notiq’s. They sang in the Hobartones or Three Miles Lost. They made the arts a vibrant component of their educational experience.” “The multi-engaged high school student believes the arts are an important part of college, even if they don’t plan to major in the arts,” says Julia Russell Eells ’81, head of Lincoln School in Rhode Island who previously worked as Dean of Admissions and College Counseling at Miss Porter’s School and the Ethel Walker School. “It’s the quality of the program and the quality of the professors that really matter, but even if you have the best program in the country, it’s not going to be easy to attract students unless there’s a quality facility that reflects that excellence.” “Without comparable facilities to other colleges and even to high schools, we are at a disadvantage,” says Bob Murphy, vice president for enrollment management and dean of admissions. “Prospective students – smart, articulate and talented students who would be wonderful additions to the campus community – are choosing other colleges because we do not have adequate academic space for the performing arts.” Over the past 20 years, The Colleges’ biggest competitors, including Skidmore, Hamilton and St. Lawrence, have invested heavily in the arts, each committing tens of millions of dollars to create and renovate performing arts spaces. In that same time period, Hobart and William Smith have invested almost nothing. In fact, since Hobart College was founded in 1822, the Colleges have not built a single facility expressly designed for performing arts. The current performing arts facilities — the Chapel, Bartlett Theatre and Winn-Seeley Dance Theatre — are dispersed across campus in settings that were never designed for these disciplines. “The Chapel is a chapel. Bartlett Theatre was built to be a ballroom and a lecture hall. Winn-Seeley is a gym,” says Deming. “We have never in the history of the Colleges had a dedicated space for dance, theatre or music. It’s time for that to change.” If you would like to discuss the Performing Arts Initiative, contact Assistant Vice President for the Performing Arts Initiative Mara O’Laughlin ’66 at (315) 781-3743 or olaughlin@hws.edu. To make a gift, call (877) HWS-GIFT or visit www.hws.edu/onlinegiving. HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES

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2. Len DeFrancesco ’56 and his Phi Phi Delta Fraternity brothers founded the scholarship that supports Jarrid’s education.

10. Colleen O’Hara ’12 is Jarrid’s debate team partner and LSAT study buddy.

3. Assistant Director of the Salisbury Center for Career Services Beth Jeffries helped Jarrid land his political internships. Jarrid appreciates former 4. Hobart Athletics Secretary Jackie Doyle for being a level head and voice of reason during the hectic football season. 5. A supervisor at the Caird Center for Sports and Recreation, Betty Reres sits with Jarrid’s mother, Dawn, during football games. 6. Saga Greeter Betty Walther HON’10 has welcomed Jarrid to Saga Dining Hall more than 900 times. 7. Director of Alumnae Relations Kathy Killius Regan ’82, P’13 mentored Jarrid during an internship in Alumni House. 8. Saga Greeter Dick Vogt makes sure Jarrid is eating enough on game days. 9. Head Supervisor at the Caird Center for Sports and Recreation Nick Reres teases Jarrid at the end of every game by asking: “Why didn’t you guys score another touchdown?”

11. Stephen Frug, a professor in the history department, told Jarrid that trying to categorize American thought since 1865 is like trying to nail jelly to a wall. Jarrid worked alongside 12. Assistant Director of Alumni and Alumnae Relations Dulcie Meyer, who he calls the ’glue of Alumni House.’ Jarrid says it’s never too late to visit 13. Joe Marone, owner of Joe’s Hots in Geneva, a popular late-night stop for a Zweigle’s hot dog with the works. Jarrid and his teammates love to prank 14. Doug Reeland, the coordinator of sports medicine, though we hear that “The Dooger” gives as much as he receives. Jarrid has shared dinner and conversation with President’s Forum speakers at the home of 15. President Mark. D. Gearan. 16. Mary Herlihy Gearan is the Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Happiness House, where Jarrid volunteers. Jarrid says her cookies are the best he’s ever had.

Jarrid admires the work ethic of 18. Robb Flowers, Vice President of Student Affairs, who he says is a true ’jack-ofall-trades.’

27. Coach Mike Cragg P’12 has no problem telling Jarrid and his teammates to run through drills again. And again. And again.

19. Associate Professor of Political Science DeWayne Lucas is the faculty mentor for Jarrid’s fraternity, Phi Sigma Kappa.

Jarrid took African American history courses with 28. Assistant Professor of History William Harris, who taught Jarrid that there’s more to history that initially meets the eye.

Jarrid knows 20. John Collins P’72, P’74, P’84, P’90, GP’09, GP’12 will always be in the stands when he’s on the field.

23. Director of Admissions John Young reviewed Jarrid’s application to Hobart and signed his letter of admission.

52. Kim Kochin, the Assistant Director of Student Activities, is the fraternity system’s adviser and Jarrid’s favorite student advocate.

42. Assistant Professor of Economics Brian Cooper taught Jarrid the value of a dollar.

53. Mike Hanna ’68,P’99, HON ’09, director of Hobart’s athletic program, keeps Hobart traditions alive for Jarrid and his teammates.

43. Chris Bramwell ’11 is Jarrid’s best friend at HWS, helping him get into (and out of) trouble.

Jarrid says that 47. Assistant to the President Michael Hoepp ’05 is the campus’ go-to guy.

55. Ken DeBolt - who heads up sports information spreads the word about the on- and off-field successes of Jarrid and his teammates.

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Photographed at The Cracker Factory, a restored factory in downtown Geneva that hosts cultural events including regular art shows, dance performances, poetry readings and the Finger Lakes Film Festival.

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the world today,” says Buck. As a student, Buck took three courses with Patterson. At the time, juniors were required to complete a baccalaureate essay and Patterson was one of the readers of Buck’s essay on The Youth Movement in the 60s. For Henry, Patterson has been an equally influential and engaging figure. Patterson encouraged Henry to participate in Miami University’s “Paris 2010,” a study of Parisian influence on American culture. “Henry had a fabulous experience and had Eric not been enthusiastic and helped to verify he could get course credits for the program, he might not have attended,” says Buck. “One of Eric’s best attributes is his ability to

“What Eric has done and continues to do is push people to understand all variables of American culture. He teaches us to be proactive thinkers.”

Jarrid says that 54. HWS Security Officer Dave “Handlebars” Quartaro HON’09 is the nicest guy on two wheels.

44. Sharon Olschewske in the College Store keeps Jarrid’s Hobart wardrobe fresh and in style.

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Jarrid enjoys working with 51. Vice President for Advancement Bob O’Connor because he forms connections and friendships between students and alums.

Jarrid asked that 41. Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05, be included in this photo after the two worked together on this project.

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rustee N. Harrison “Pete” Buck ’81, P’12 recalls his very first class at Hobart. It was an American Studies course taught by Eric Patterson, associate professor of English and American studies. “He captivated my attention and pushed us all to become better writers and to understand a broader premise of the American culture,” says Buck. Nearly 30 years later, Patterson became the likely choice of academic adviser for Buck’s son, Henry ’12, as he declared an American

50. Karin Freeman, RPA-C, is Jarrid’s favorite person to visit at Hubbs Health Center (even when he’s not sick).

40. Kevin DeWall ’00 recruited Jarrid to HWS and now coaches Jarrid as he paves the way for rushing yards.

34. Professor Iva Deutchman is Jarrid’s academic adviser, his mentor and, he says, his most exacting critic.

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49. Professor Scott Brophy ’78, P’13 is Jarrid’s pre-law adviser and, he says, an excellent cover letter editor.

Jarrid has nothing but respect for 37. Happiness House Director of Children’s Programs Christine Shultz, who changes lives every day.

Jarrid believes that 33. Dean of Hobart College Eugen Baer P’95, P’97, HON ’07 is the most interesting man alive.

24. James T. Giery GP’11, Jarrid’s grandfather, has been influential in Jarrid’s game of life.

48. Associate Director of Happiness House Lynn D’Amico is the coach for Jarrid and his teammates whenever they visit Happiness House.

Jarrid spent last summer working in the office of 36. State Senator Mike Nozzolio (R-NY).

30. Emmett Crawley, 32. Xander Rogers, 39. Joey Hart, and 46. Michelle Ficcaglia typically greet Jarrid with a tackling hug during his visits to Happiness House.

22. Associate Dean Montrose Streeter taught Jarrid that there’s always time to show respect to others.

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35. Kelly Young connects donors like Len DeFrancesco ’56 with outstanding students like Jarrid.

Jarrid is thankful for the opportunity to get to know 29. Kerry Crawley, 31. Jill Rogers, 38. Bill Hart, 45. Giana Ficcaglia and the other parents he’s met through Happiness House.

Jarrid can’t get enough of the Buffalo chicken wrap that 21. “Showtime” Joe Hatfield HON’08 makes in Saga.

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26. Assistant Professor of Psychology Julie Newman Kingery taught Jarrid that there are endless possibilities in the application of psychology to the real world.

25. Jarrid’s mother, Dawn Blades P’11, is his biggest fan.

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17. Director of Alumni Relations Jared Weeden ’91 loves to tease Jarrid about the “incorrect” spelling of his name. Both haved donned the ’Bart costume for HWS events.

Endowed Scholarship Honors Patterson

ERIC PATTERSON, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH AND AMERICAN STUDIES, TEACHING IN GULICK HALL.

PHOTOS BY KEVIN COLTON

ne of the three core objectives of Campaign for the Colleges, the Annual Fund touches every aspect of the HWS experience. For Jarrid Blades ’12, a political science and American studies double major from Ellenville, N.Y., the Annual Fund has supported an exceptional HWS education. The starting left tackle for the Statesmen football team, Blades is a member of Chimera Honor Society, a Phi Sigma Kappa brother and a member of the debate team. Through his volunteer activities with Happiness House, he works with local children and their families. He’s had some amazing internships with New York State Senator Michael Nozzolio, Wawarsing, N.Y., Town Court Justice Charles Dechon, and HWS’ own Alumni House. He’s also traveled with his adviser, Professor of Political Science Iva Deutchman, to Washington, D.C. to attend The Conservative Political Action Conference which has helped with his honors research on the Tea Party movement. Blades’ entire HWS experience relies on annual donations from alumni, alumnae, parents and friends of the Colleges. It is through their generosity that Blades has been surrounded by a team of dedicated faculty, staff and community members who have been guides, coaches, teachers and cheerleaders throughout his education. On a blustery day in February, The Pulteney Street Survey gathered together some of the people who have made a difference in Blades’ college career.

studies major. To honor the faculty member who, as Buck says, “has been such a key member of that program for so many years” and to lend recognition to the major, Buck and his wife Nancy this year established the Buck Family Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Professor Eric Patterson. “After years of indecision as to how to designate a gift, I saw the endowed scholarship as a great opportunity to help a major that still positively affects me, shaping how I view 36 Pulteney Street Survey | Spring 2011

see beyond the individual institution for opportunities and experiences for his students.” The endowed scholarship will provide assistance each year to a Hobart or William Smith student majoring in American studies. The recipient will have demonstrated leadership qualities as shown by his or her involvement in the classroom and the community and/or public service, as well as demonstrated academic achievement and financial need. The first recipient of the scholarship has already

been named; Nunzio Doldo ’11 of Watertown, N.Y. is majoring in American studies with a concentration in Native Americans and a minor in anthropology. “I am very deeply moved by Pete’s generosity to the Colleges and to our students, and was humbled by his great honor to me,” says Patterson. “Over the years, my highest priority has been to teach my students as effectively as possible and to be supportive to them. I enjoy working with them very much, and want the very best for them. I am profoundly honored by Pete’s recognition of what I’ve tried to do.” “American studies, when taught properly, can give students tremendous appreciation for our culture, our history and its impact,” says Buck. “What Eric has done and continues to do is push people to understand all variables of American culture. He teaches us to be proactive thinkers.” Patterson has been a member of the faculty since 1976. He holds a B.A. summa cum laude from Amherst College as well as two master’s degrees and his Ph.D. from Yale. He is the author of On Brokeback Mountain: Meditations About Masculinity, Fear And Love In The Story and Film, as well as “Elegy for Heath Ledger,” “Brokeback Mountain: A Story, A Film, Now an Opera?” and “My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys.” Buck has a long history of service to the Colleges as a trustee, an interviewer for Admissions, a member of the Statesmen Athletic Association and a volunteer on his 30th Reunion committee. In his home community he volunteers on the board of the Three Bays Preservation, is a trustee of the Horizon Foundation and is governor of The Wianno Club.

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Lib Eaton White, 160 Jay Street, Geneva, NY 14456-3212

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Dr. Ethel Cermak, 603 Windrush Bay Drive, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689-1207; ethelvic@ aol.com I haven’t heard from any of my classmates in a while but I can tell you to say that I am still living at my old digs in Albany, N.Y. in the summer and Tarpon Springs, Fla., in the winter. In both places I have plenty of room for guests; I’m telling and writing stories about my complicated life and one of my granddaughters who is an art historian wants them for future reference or use. My daughter Ruth Tompkins Bridgham ’68 and her husband Willard ’68 live very close by and help when I need it. She is a lawyer doing child advocacy and he is a consulting engineer. I also have a helpful daughter and son–in-law living near me in Florida, so I have the best of both worlds and many friends, both young and old. As the older ones die I find new ones very similar.

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Editor’s Note: It is with great sadness that we report the death of your loyal Class Correspondent Fred Moore on February 28, 2011. The notes below were submitted by Fred. His obituary will run in the next edition of the Pulteney Street Survey. I have not received any news from my classmates. My wife and I celebrated our 71st wedding anniversary. In my freshman year, we went on a blind date for my Junior Prom. We have been dating ever since! I see Lucille and “Sy” Sylvester Zicari ’39 often. They are happily married also. I hope to hear from my classmates so I have some news for the next issue.

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Alta E. Boyer, 8679 Mill Street, Lodi, NY 14860 As I prepare to celebrate being 96 years of age, this incredible accomplishment makes me very thankful to be in my five-generation home in Lodi. Small town friends are great and I attend 20th Century Club, DAR meetings, Historical Society and June Concert series. I am motivated to contact as many William Smith friends as possible. Sally Visscher Starrett enjoys her great life in Clearwater, Fla. She has been in the same condo for 35 years. Sally has a good helper several times a week who sees that she gets safely to her weekly Bible study and prayer group at her church. She travels to visit her daughter in Virginia and is looking forward to Thanksgiving with daughter Marjorie Tompkins in New Jersey. Helen Hodge Hofer is another class member staying well and satisfied at 96. Helen plays bridge at her Pittsford, N.Y., retirement home. Recently Helen flew to Minneapolis for a great reunion with West Coast family. She went from there to spend a most enjoyable visit in San Francisco. This included a hiking trip into the mountains overlooking the bay. Her niece accompanied her part way back to Minneapolis and she arrived safely in Rochester after a memorable trip. A sad note to finish the news report: Susan Loiselle of Locke, N.Y., called to report that her mother Margaret Mekeel Palmer died on July 14 after a short bout with cancer. Susan and her husband visited me recently and I was able to fill in a couple blanks in her genealogical survey of the Ovid, N.Y., ancestors. No luck reaching any other members. If anyone can send information it would be welcomed. Editor’s Note: It is with great sadness that we report the death of Janice Humphrey Wildman on January 30, 2011. Her obituary will run in the next edition of the Pulteney Street Survey.

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Stephen Woodman Eaton, 163 Crosslands Drive, Kennett Square, PA. 19348; (610) 388-1988; sweaton1@verizon.net

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Cora Alter Vere, 501 S. La Posada Circle #192, Green Valley, AZ 85614; cevere@1aposadagv.net In August I moved to a larger apartment in La Posada. I am much happier and now I am ready and anxious to hear from you and you and you!! Last March I signed on for a segment of a world cruise. I boarded the ship Victoria in Hong Kong and visited many interesting ports finally arriving at Mumbai, India. From there we traveled by land to Agra to visit The Taj Mahal. This was a dream I have had for years and it couldn’t have been more satisfying or thrilling.

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the streets in East Aurora, but I have a hard time remembering the street names where I now live. Bee lives in a two story house in Sodus, but feels comfortable remaining mostly on the first floor. Benjamin Franklin once said that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Bee and I decided he was correct. Harry Coover was awarded The National Medal for Technology and Innovation. Just a few short months later, Hoover passed away. His obituary is on page 63. This is a very high honor! Congratulations, Harry. Now for other news. John Erickson and Dick Lyttle recently joined the American Legion. John and his wife, Mary Lou Munger Erickson ’42, live in RamseyN.J.,- that’s in northern New Jersey. Dick is living in Stuart, Fla. Joe Hall lives near Savannah, Ga. Joe plays golf several times a week, and recently gave a 45 minute talk to members of the 98th Air Force Wing. (In the Air Force, a Division is called a Wing.) John Remsen is living happily in Port Orange, Fla., near Daytona. Ken Waterman says he does not play much golf anymore but reads a lot. Ken lives in Honolulu, Hawaii, and told me the flowers there are beautiful. Ed Robinson lives in a retirement community in Monroe Township, N.J. Ed’s wife has recently been disabled by a stroke and needs much care. Ed is learning to cook for himself. Jim Elsner lives in West Hartford, Conn. His hearing is not too good, but we had a conversation on the telephone. Jim swims several times a week and feels in good physical condition. Bob Windsor lives in Canandaigua, N.Y., and has a great view of Canandaigua Lake from his residence. I tried to contact Bill Fitch in Holly Hill, Fla., but had no luck. Phil Bredesen lives in Fort Lauderdale with Mrs. Bredesen and continues to operate his own business. Phil lunches often with Sam Stewart ’42.

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If interested in the class correspondent position contact Rebecca Frank, frank@hws.edu, (315) 781-3772 Don Falk, Charles Falk’s son, writes: “Dad received your card about the next edition of the Survey. He would like to say that he is widowed and living at Elim Park Continuing Care Retirement Community in Cheshire, Conn. His family, including 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, are close enough to visit him often. He can be contacted thru his son’s e-mail at chief06410@gmail.com and would enjoy hearing from classmates.” Jim Ellis writes: “I enjoyed my 91st birthday on 9/11/10 having lunch with my sister in N.H. She was 85 two days later. My mind and eyes and driving skills are still sharp but the hearing is not too good. My friends are willing and loyal to repent. Keep that in mind as we all wear out in different ways. My immediate goal is our 70th reunion in 2012.” Sam Stewart writes: “Sorry, but I have not been doing much of anything-except what is sensible to counteract old age- walking etc does help some. I do have lunch from time to time with Phil Bredesen ’41.”

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Charles M. “Chuck” Abbott, 192 Bridle Path, Williamsville, NY 14221; (716) 634-9679

Marguerite Kirchner Miller, Luther Crest, 800 Hausman Road, Apt. 408, Allentown, PA 18104; (610) 530-5747

I had a brief conversation via telephone with “Bee” Elizabeth Baker Bellinger a couple of days ago. Bee is a retiree from the Sodus, N.Y., schools. Bee and I both graduated from high school in East Aurora, N.Y., in 1937. We remember the names of

In the fall issue of The Survey my sister, Catherine Kirchner Roth, noted that we have reached the age of 90. We did and celebrated with a gala party at The Inn at New Hyde Park, which was organized by my sister Frances Kirchner Hornberger. Sixty-

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The William Smith soccer team makes its 21st NCAA championship appearance.

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Athletics Wilber’s Winners William Smith Soccer Makes it to the Semifinals by Carrie Stevens ’12 and Ken DeBolt

ery Superstitious

PHOTOS BY KEVIN COLTON

Extra repetitions in the weight room, offseason conditioning drills and protein shakes may give athletes an edge over their competition. But in a world defined by unlucky breaks and unexpected bounces, athletes often enlist the power of superstitions and good luck charms. Although seemingly silly to spectators, the belief in pregame rituals proves invaluable to athletes. For the William Smith soccer team, it’s the clothing, the music, and the team traditions that explain the inexplicable. “Whatever pregame ritual you can think of, I’ve probably done it before,” jokes junior goalie Amanda Davis. Aside from wearing the same socks, spandex and shirt for every contest, Davis also wraps her shin guards with black electrical tape, eats the same pregame meal (sesame bagel with cream cheese and jelly and

Senior Forward BreLynn Nasypany

a glass of water), and takes a voluntary vow of silence upon leaving the locker room. Davis, who notched 81 saves and boasted 0.72 goals against average this season, says the

Teammates congratulate Liberty League Tournament MVP Jessie Tarantino ’12.

majority of her traditions evolved from high school and club teams. Senior forward BreLynn Nasypany developed her superstitions as a Heron. “Anyone on the team will tell you I’m extremely superstitious about my socks. Game day comes, and I have to search the locker room for the two socks that have the No. 9 on them.” Before the first home matchup of the season, Nasypany – who racked up a seasonrecord 49 points on 18 goals and a record 13 assists – ripped her game socks and labeled them with the No. 9 so “no one else would have to wear them,” she explains. “It started off me just being nice, but gradually turned into a superstition.” Now, Nasypany must wear the ripped sock on her right foot for all home games. Head Coach Aliceann Wilber also has a clothing superstition: She wears the same pair of corduroy jeans for every big contest. “I

think it started about two years ago. I always wear them for sure against Union.” Wilbur notes that Associate Professor of Political Science Kevin Dunn, the Herons’ Faculty-Athletic Fellow, dons his William Smith soccer T-shirt for all home games. When Dunn forgot about the tradition when the Herons played Wheaton (Ill.), William Smith lost the contest 1-0. It was the only home loss of the season for the Herons. “Now he makes sure to wear it all the time,” laughs Wilbur. Junior forward Brooke Nasypany, BreLynn’s sister, says the Herons’ uniforms aren’t complete without ring tape. “We put white medical tape around our ring finger to ‘save’ our finger for the championship ring we hope for, which is always one of our team goals.” After putting on the proper and superstitious game attire, the Herons psych themselves up with a dance party in the locker room. Singing and dancing to popular songs like Lady

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The 2010 William Smith soccer team won its fourth consecutive Liberty League championship, tied the school record for wins in a season, and advanced to the national semifinals in San Antonio.

Gaga’s “Bad Romance” and Huey’s “Pop, Lock & Drop It,” as well as the “Mulan” soundtrack, the team releases any pent-up nerves. Before taking the field, the team assembles along the sideline and all of the players hold hands. “We send pulses through each other by passing squeezes we receive,” says senior forward Colleen Richards. “We take the first step onto the field together as a team.”

he Road To San Antonio

William Smith went unbeaten in its final nine regular season matches (7-02), including a thrilling scoreless draw against an upstart Vassar squad in the Liberty League Championship match. After falling behind the Brewers 2-1 through two rounds of penalty kicks, the Herons got a huge save from Davis, and three straight makes by Richards, junior Leah Shatkin, and sophomore Renee Jensen to shift the pressure to Vassar’s final shooter. Her try sailed wide right, setting off a frenzied celebration. It was William Smith’s fourth consecutive Liberty League title and secured the program’s Division III record 21st NCAA championship tournament appearance. The Herons breezed through the first two rounds of NCAA play, dispatching Keuka 3-0 in the first round and Scranton 3-1 in the second round. The second weekend presented William Smith with greater challenges. In the sectional semifinal, the Herons’ jumped out to a 2-0 lead against 13th-ranked Oneonta, and held on for a 2-1 victory to move within a game of San Antonio. Standing in the way of a trip to the Lone Star State was a familiar foe, Williams. The Herons made short

work of the then-seventh ranked Ephs in midSeptember, cruising to a 3-1 victory, but the second time around was anything but easy. The two squads, which shared the No. 9 spot in the final regular season coaches’ poll, were locked in a defensive struggle, heading into halftime scoreless. After the break, Wilber sent Jensen into the match. Her speed proved to be just the spark the Heron front line needed. In the 65th minute, Jensen carried the ball down the right sideline. The defense, forced to respect her speed and ability to create scoring chances (she hit the crossbar just a few minutes earlier), temporarily lost track of BreLynn Nasypany. Jensen took advantage of the opening, sending a perfect pass into the box for the D3soccer.com Forward of the Year, who buried what turned out to be the only goal of the match. The win was the 18th of the season, tying the school record shared by six other Heron sides. It also was win No. 423 for Wilber, one more than longtime rival Terry Gurnett of the University of Rochester, who retired after the 2010 season. As the leader of the Liberty League Coaching Staff of the Year and the new leader in coaching wins in NCAA Division III women’s soccer, Wilber fielded many media requests in the days leading up to the championship, including an in-depth feature on D3soccer.com and a spot in Sports Illustrated’s Faces in the Crowd on Dec. 23. Despite a cheering section that included Dunn and the Chair of the Board of Trustees David H. Deming ‘75, William Smith’s 13-match unbeaten streak came to an end in the national semifinals against defending national champion Messiah. The Herons were

aggressive from the opening whistle and controlled the play in the first 10 minutes of the match, but the Falcons kept their poise and got a single goal before halftime. In the second half, Messiah used its depth to wear down William Smith’s defense and pulled away for a 4-0 victory. Despite the result, BreLynn, who finished second on the Herons’ career lists for goals (53), assists (32), and points (138), was called, “arguably the best player on the pitch” by D3soccer.com. Only Heron Hall of Honor inductee Joan Grupp ’88 had more goals (61) and points (139), while Antoinette DeLucia ’00 is the only Heron with more career assists (40). “BreLynn is a selfless player and has the ability to bring others into the attack,” Wilber says. “Having said that, despite being heavily marked she also scored a good number of game-winning goals this season. Going into Bre’s final year, the team was acutely aware of how much she and the other seniors—Richards, Emmy Potter, and Claire Hotaling—wanted to end their careers with the trip to San Antonio. The sense among the team of ‘NOW is the time’ created the focus that guided us to Texas.” In addition to BreLynn, four Herons earned NSCAA All-East honors, including first team picks Davis and sophomore midfielder Whitney Frary. That enabled the team to display what Wilber considers to be, “consistently our most exciting attacking play in years.” Many of the pregame superstitions and rituals will return to the pitch next season, but some, for better or worse, will come to an end. Wilber’s corduroys are being retired. She’s lost weight and they don’t fit anymore. Dunn will be on sabbatical in the fall, so he won’t be a fixture on the sideline, although he may still don his T-shirt on game day. And the famed No. 9 will rest on someone else’s shoulders next season as Nasypany moves on to the next chapter in her life. Presumably, her socks will be retired. ●

For up-tothe-minute results for golf, lacrosse, rowing, sailing, and tennis, go to www.HWSAthletics.com The Hobart lacrosse program has been placed on probation by the NCAA for self-reported violations involving ineligible participation, failure to maintain squad lists, and lack of institutional control. The penalties include: public reprimand and censure; three years of probation through January 5, 2014; designated Colleges’ employees will attend an NCAA Regional Rules Seminar; vacation of wins from 2006; postseason ban for the 2011 season; a monetary fine; and external review of Hobart’s compliance system.

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Photos Chair Emeritus of the Board of Trustees Tom Melly ’52, L.H.D ’02, celebrates his 80th birthday in Greenwich, Conn., with his wife, Judy, and President Mark D. Gearan. The Hobartones, also pictured, made a special appearance to perform for Melly and his guests. (Photo courtesy of Chuan Ding.)

Ari Berenson ’05 and Lily Gillett ’05 celebrate their July 2010 nuptials at the Mount Hope Farm in Bristol, RI.

Jeremy Archer ’03 married Erin Carnahan in May 2010. Guests include (l to r) Matt Kehoe ’04, Nate Milne ’03, Erin Carnahan, Jeremy Archer ’03, Phil Baker ’03, Kevin Kubera ’03, Kathleen Sager Kubera ’04, Karen Lowe Adams ’05 and Ryan Adams ’03. Jacqueline Johnson ’05 and Kevin Cox ’06 were married on October 16th in Westchester County, N.Y. They are currently living in Los Angeles, Calif., where Jackie works in the Consumer Marketing Practice of Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide and Kevin is the Operational Manager of the Umami Restaurant Group.

A group of Beta Sigs gather in San Francisco to celebrate Will K. Weinstein ’60, L.H.D.’04 on his 70th birthday. Pictured are Fritz Scheeren ’59, Dave Hoexter ’60, Richard White ’59, Weinstein, Alex Scheeren ’60 and Bob Masteller ’60.

Two-year-old Evelyn Margaret Schaefer shows her HWS spirit during a Hobart lacrosse game. Evelyn’s father, Alex Schaefer ’99, is already filling out her application for the Classes of 2032.

Several Statesmen pose for a group shot following the annual Vail Lacrosse Shootout in Vail, Colo.

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Nicole Necklas ’06 and Fiver Soraruf ’04 married on August 14, 2010, at St. Clements Castle in Portland, Conn. In attendance were (left to right) Ashley Yull ’06, Matt Dow-Allen ’06, Sandie Maroska ’06, Josh Navikonis ’04, Pete Antinozzi ’04, Nat Mundy ’04, Kyle Hannes ’04, Nicole Necklas ’06, Fiver Soraruf ’04, Nick Moon ’04, Will Earl ’06, Courtney Apple ’08, Bill Glaab ’06 and Kevin McLean ’73.

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Scott Firth ’97 married Becky Hilliker on July 10, 2010, in Watch Hill, R.I. Surrounding the couple are HWS alums Terry King ’97, Joe Wood ’97, Chris Willis ’97, Tim DeMado ’97, Steve Lucero ’96, Megan Shaner ’03 and Brendan Hall ’00.

Cara Bishop ’08 married Adam Lavallee in New Hampshire this past June. Alums in attendance (pictured with the bride and groom) are: Gilberto Vargas ’08, Stefanie Novak ’08, Collin McGregor ’08, Deirdra Evers ’08, Lauren Gary ’08, Jessica Zippin ’07 and Lindsey Farrell ’08.

Steve Westort ’94, Katherine Blodgett ’80, Pat Blakeslee ’07 and Laura Strickler ’94 reconnect at Katharine’s home in Philadelphia, Pa., in September 2010.

Charlotte Scott ’10, Barry Legg ’89 and Julia Umiker ’10 in Fourchon, La., at one of the 21 dockside staging facilities set up following the BP oil spill. Legg was tasked with handling waste from the spill in the Louisiana sector, and he hired Scott and Umiker as assistant waste coordinators for the summer.

William Smith ’06 alums Ariana Nussdorf, Cait Allen, Morgan Callahan, and Nika Manner reunite in Chicago, posing for a photo in front of Cloud Gate in Millennium Park, during a group vacation. Hobart alums band together to take on the Statesmen lacrosse team on Boswell Field. Players include (l to r, back row) Ty Hill ’10, Pete Zonino ’14, Mike Suits ’10, Ricky Evans ’09, Tim Booth ’03, Rafe Mattingly ’08, Mark Williamson ’04, manager Will Nissen ’12, Jeff Colburn ’09, (l ro r, front row) Sean Murphy ’09, Wes McDonald ’07 and Matt Bak ’14.

Rob Holmes ’92, Rob Robertaccio ’91 and Erika Piik ’87 meet up during a Green Living Project event in New York City. Robertaccio and Piik have a line of eco-friendly watches, and Holmes is president and founder of the Green Living Project.

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Martha Pigott ’06 married Adrian MacAdam.

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Classnotes

Obituaries The Colleges appreciate notification of the death of any member of the Hobart and William Smith community. In order to include notice in the Pulteney St. Survey, we must receive notification that is printed and verifiable. If possible, please send a printed obituary or legal notification (as from an estate) of the death. Personal testimonials and remembrances, in written form, are also welcome. Their use in the Survey, though, is subject to length restrictions. Deadlines for obituary submission are the same as for Classnotes.

William Smith Marjorie Seipp Cederwall ’30 died on July 3, 2010, in El Cajon, Calif. Marjorie attended William Smith for two years and later graduated with an A.B. degree in mathematics from the University of Buffalo. She was married to Leonard; and had three sons, Alan, Philip and Paul. Isabel Zornow Crane ’33 died on Jan. 7, 2011, in Amherst, N.Y. Isabel majored in English and history, played basketball, volleyball and field hockey, and was secretary of International Relations Club. She held a career as a high school teacher in the Dansville and Canaseraga school districts teaching English, French, physical education and art. She is survived by her children, Scott and Carol; two grandsons; a great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews, including Jeffrey S. Zornow ’78 and Allen P. Zornow ’84. She is predeceased by her husband, Scott W. Crane ’33; brother, F. Ross Zornow ’45; sister, Kathryn Zornow Adams ’33; and sister-inlaw, Shirley C. Zornow ’47. Alice Aplington Harper ’34 died on Sept. 24, 2010, in Greenfield, Mass. Alice graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in English. As a student, she was involved with Glee Club, Little Theatre, basketball and the Christian Association. After graduation, she remained involved with her alma mater as a class agent, Reunion Coordinator and member of the Wheeler Society. She later worked at Columbia University in the music department and was a member of the Board of Organized Work at Franklin County Public Hospital. Alice was a longtime member of the Second Congregational Church in Greenfield, as well as the Woman’s Auxiliary. She is survived by her children, Caroline, Linda and Peter; and six grandchildren. Margaret Mekeel Palmer ’36 died on July 18, 2010, in Locke, N.Y. Margaret earned a degree in English and was a member of the Glee Club and French Club. After completing graduate level coursework, she taught English and was also employed as a librarian before retiring in 1977. She is survived by her children, Steven and Susannah; six grandchildren; and one greatgranddaughter.

Dorothy “Dot” Lawrence Packard ’39 died on Aug. 30, 2010, in Canandaigua, N.Y. Dot earned degrees in French and English, was a member of Schola Cantorum and Little Theatre, and later earned a B.L.S. in library science from Syracuse University. She worked as a librarian for many years, retiring in 1972 as the head librarian of the Children’s Room at Pittsford Community Library. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Canandaigua and the Palmyra Eastern Star. Dot was a volunteer at F. F. Thompson Hospital as well as a William Smith class agent. She was predeceased by her brother, F. Donald Lawrence ’48, and is survived by her husband of 60 years, Stuart Packard; son, Lawrence; a grandson; and beloved therapy dog, Cookie. Jean York Compton ’41 died on Nov. 23, 2010, in Binghamton, N.Y. Jean enrolled at William Smith when she was only 16, graduating with a degree in English. She was an active member of the Colleges community as a member of the Athletic Association, Echo & Pine, William Smith Congress and the Christian Cabinet. She performed with Schola Cantorum and the Chapel Choir and also played basketball, tennis and field hockey. Following graduation, Jean worked with the British Air Commission during World War II. She was an active member of her church and church choir and volunteered at Sidney Hospital for more than 20 years. Jean is survived by her husband, Jack; three children, John, Jan and Julie; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arlene Jepson Brooks ’42 died on Dec. 24, 2010, in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Arlene earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and chemistry while participating in Epsilon Pi Sigma, Yearbook, Schola Cantorum, Christian Cabinet and playing tennis, bowling and basketball. She was employed as a chemist at Arrow-Hart & Hegeman in Hartford, Conn., and Ohio State University. During World War II she worked at Tennessee Eastman in Oak Ridge. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Alfred A. Brooks Jr. ’43; children, Barbara and Alfred; and two grandchildren. Adelma Fahy Rogan ’42 died on Jan. 8, 2011, in Danvers, Mass. Adelma earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology, and played on the field hockey, tennis and bowling teams. She worked as a social worker for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for more than 20 years, and volunteered at the Beverly Hospital for many years. She is survived by her children, Margaret and William; five grandchildren; a great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews, including Anna L. Welch ’00. She is predeceased by her husband, William. Eleanor Schoonmaker Morehouse ’43 died on Oct. 31, 2010, in Whiting, N.J. Eleanor attended William Smith for two years and later graduated with a B.A. from Hope College. She taught high school English, French and music in West Leyden and Schenectady, N.Y. She was active with the women’s guild, Sunday school and directing the children’s choir and was member of the Garden State Philharmonic Chorus. Eleanor is survived by her children, James, John and Beth; and eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, the Rev. H. Paul Morehouse.

M. Coralie Boynton Phaler ’43 died on Nov. 17, 2010, in Geneva, N.Y. At William Smith, Coralie earned degrees in French and Spanish, was a member of the Athletic Association and Ridge Staff, and served as Junior Class President. She continued to serve her alma mater as a Reunion Chair. An enthusiastic bowler, she was a member of the Women’s Seneca Lake League for more than 25 years and served as the league secretary. She held several jobs as a bookkeeper. Coralie regularly volunteered with Geneva General Hospital’s Mobile Meals program and was the transportation coordinator for the American Cancer Society. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Seneca Yacht Club, Geneva Historical Society, Geneva General Hospital Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary, Finger Lakes Regional Arts Council and Geneva Free Library. Coralie is survived by her children, Jonathan and Tibbie; stepson, R. Branford; and a granddaughter. Suzanne Slade Suter ’43 died on Dec. 5, 2010, in Rochester, N.Y. Suzanne earned a bachelor’s degree in home economics, participated in Little Theatre, Outing Club, French Club and Home Economics Club. She worked at the Rochester Public Library and then as a full-time wife and mother. She was an active member of OPEO Chapter AC, YMCA, Women of Rotary, and served as a church elder and deacon in the Presbyterian Church. As an alumna, she served as president, secretary and vice president of her local alumnae club. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Martin; and a son, Thomas. She was predeceased by a son, Andrew. Marjorie Ulmer Sutterby ’43 died on Dec. 2, 2010, in Burlington, Vt. Marjorie served as an Alumnae Trustee for the Colleges from 1963-64, she also served her alma mater as an instructor of physical education, Director of Admissions from 1962-72, and as vice president of the Geneva Chapter of the William Smith Alumnae Association. As a student, Marjorie majored in sociology, participated in Little Theatre and was a member of Home Economics Club and manager of the tennis team. She is survived by her children, Allison and Laurence; several grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. She is predeceased by her three husbands, Robert L. Beinert ’42, Lawrence Damico, and William Sutterby; and sister, Jean Ulmer Lundy ’42. Mary Jane Sargent Donnelly ’44 died on Aug. 23, 2010, in Old Zionsville, Pa. Mary Jane attended William Smith for two years. She owned and operated an antique store for several years. She is survived by her children, Patricia, Kathleen, Carol, Margaret, Michael and Thomas; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Leo. Catherine Cohn Rieser ’45 died on Oct. 19, 2010, in Doylestown, Pa. Catherine earned a bachelor of science in psychology at William Smith and a master’s in social work from Smith College. While at William Smith, she participated in Little Theatre and played basketball. Catherine held a career as a social worker for more than 60 years at Montgomeryville Mental Health Clinic in Norristown and at Ron Lewis Associates in Fort Washington. She was active with the Friends Select Service, promoting reconciliation with Vietnam in 1990s, and served as a docent at the James A. Michener Museum of Art. She is survived by her children, Michael, Jonathan, Ellen and

Daniel; and eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, William. Marilouise Masters Heath ’46 of Hammondsport, N.Y., died on Aug. 30, 2010. While attending William Smith, Marilouise majored in sociology and home economics, served on the Athletic Board and participated in Little Theatre. As an alumna, she was a dedicated class agent. A longtime employee of the Steuben County Department of Social Services, Marilouise retired in 1979, and then served with the Southern Tier Association for the Blind. She is survived by three children, W. Geoffrey, Mary and Leslie; five grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Mary Elizabeth Hardcastle Post ’46 of Freeport, N.Y., died on Aug. 28, 2010. Mary graduated cum laude from William Smith with a degree in education. As a student, she performed with Schola Cantorum and Little Theatre. Before becoming a full-time teacher in Freeport and later a substitute teacher, she earned an M.A. from Columbia University Teacher’s College. She is survived by two sons; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Dorothy Weston Riley ’47 died on Dec. 31, 2010, in Cuba, N.Y. Dorothy attended William Smith for one year, studying art. She was an equestrian and taught horsemanship; she combined her love of art and horses by creating the “Me and My Pony” educational coloring book series which sold nationally. She held jobs as a DJ and narrated fashion shows. Dorothy also owned, managed and served as president of Orlean Limousine service until its sale in 1995. She is survived by her children, Diane and Stephen; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, James; and a son, Thomas. Faith Ann Snow ’47 died on April 12, 2010, in Westwood, Mass. Faith attended William Smith for two years and later earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the State University of New York at Albany and Oneonta. She was teacher for more than 30 years at private schools in Charlotte, N.C., Long Island, N.Y., and Islington, Mass. Faith was a member of the former Islington Community Church, Society of the Mayflower Descendants and the John More Association. She is survived by her siblings, Charles and Cynthia; and several nieces and nephews. Joyce Schwab Jacobs ’48 died on Sept. 13, 2009, in Buffalo, N.Y. She attended William Smith College for two years and ran a personal shopping service. Ruth Ester Lowe ’48 died on June 10, 2009, in Orange, Conn. She attended William Smith College for two years and was a member of the Koshare Dance Guild. Jane Elliot Shepard Ritter ’48, Honorary Hobart and William Smith Trustee, died on October 14, 2010, at her home in Siesta Key, Fla. She began her studies at Wellesley with the Class of 1948. She left to return to Geneva where she was active in the community and raising her family. She transferred to William Smith and graduated as a member of Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in religious studies in 1966. She was an active and highly visible William Smith alumna. Jane served on the Alumnae Council and was an advocate for the Wheeler Society. As a member of

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Obituaries the Hobart and William Smith Board of Trustees, Jane helped shape the future of the Colleges during a period of significant change and growth in the 90’s. In 2001 the Alumnae Association honored her with a citation in recognition of her outstanding service on behalf of the Colleges, and at Commencement in 2005, she was awarded an honorary degree, the Colleges’ highest honor. She was a member of the William Smith Centennial Honorary Committee as well as the Leadership Gifts Committee. Among her many generous gifts to the Colleges is her home, “Shepard House,” at 141 St. Clair Street. Ritter was also very active in the communities where she lived – Geneva and Sarasota. Her work included United Way, Meals on Wheels, working to aid the needy in her own community and throughout our country. She is survived by her sister, Joan; her daughter, Mariellyn Shepard; and her son, David Shepard. Phyllis Kolmbach Baer ’49 died on Sept. 22, 2010, in Rockford, Ill. Phyllis earned degrees in English and history from William Smith. As a student, she served on the Big Sister Committee, Canterbury Club, Outing Club, Pine Yearbook and Student Council. Phyllis worked as an assistant buyer with Herpolsheimer Co. before retiring. She was a member of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Pittsboro, N.C., and a lifelong member of the Three Lakes Rod and Gun Club of Wisconsin. She continued to play an active role in the Colleges as a Campaign for the Colleges volunteer and Wheeler Society member. She is survived by her husband, John Baer ’50; children, John, William and Alison; and several grandchildren. Giesela Ahlers ’50 died on Oct. 3, 2009, in Fresh Meadows, N.Y. Giesela earned degrees in sociology and history from William Smith and an M.L.S. from Columbia University. She served as the assistant branch manager at Queens Borough Public Library for more than 40 years. Elizabeth Cronk Barrall ’50 died on July 5, 2010, in Providence, R.I. Elizabeth majored in sociology, participated in WEOS, Canterbury Club, Little Theatre and the Pine. She worked as a receptionist at Gulf Oil Corporation for a short time and as a real estate broker. She was a member of St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, Providence Dirt Gardeners and the Dunes Club. She is survived by her children, Allison, David, J. Michael and Andrew; six grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Grace Bagshaw Barrall ’47. She is predeceased by her husband, John H. Barrall ’50; a son, Matthew; and brother-in-law, Herbert M. Barrall ’44. Doris Davison Cotte ’52 of Ocala, Fla., died on July 31, 2010. She received a B.S. in economics from William Smith and was involved with concert band, Home Economics Club and the Athletic Association. She worked as a bookkeeper and in sales. Doris is survived by her husband, Kenneth. Isobel “Issy” Doty Dantzer ’54 of West End, N.C., died on Dec. 3, 2010. As a student, Issy majored in French and Spanish, participated in the Judicial Board and Phi Sigma Iota, and played field hockey, swimming, volleyball and basketball. She also served as editor of the Pine, vice president and president of her class, and president of Hai Timiai. As an alumna, Issy served as Reunion chair in 1979. She is survived by her husband, Robert E. Dantzer ’54; children, Ann, Sarah, Robert and Douglas; and

two grandchildren. She is predeceased by her father, George E. Doty, and her mother, Ann Hyde Doty ’29. Anne R. Kreuder ’54 died Jan. 2, 2011, in West Caldwell, N.J. Anne graduated with a bachelor of science degree. As a student, she played basketball, field hockey, volleyball and softball, participated in Little Theatre, Schola Cantorum, Chapel Choir and the Outing Club. She was a vice president of French Club, Christian Cabinet and the Athletic Association. A retired software engineer, Anne worked at Honeywell International for 24 years, and also at CurtissWright Corporation and Bendix Aerospace Corporation. She was a member of First Congressional Church of Verona, West Essex Women’s Club and West Caldwell Historical Society. Anne was newsletter editor at Cranes Mill and a deacon and elder at the Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her grand niece, Rebecca Scheer ’99, and nephew, Christopher P. Pitt ’67. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Charles F. Pitt III ’41. Phyllis Schwartz Steinbrecher ’55 died on Sept. 16, 2009, in New York, N.Y. After attending William Smith for two years, Phyllis earned a master’s in counseling from Fairfield University in 1975 and went on to work as a teacher, educational consultant and founder of Phyllis Steinbrecher Associates. She also co-founded the Breast Cancer Emergency Aid Foundation, which provides direct financial assistance to breast cancer patients. She is survived by her husband, Stephen; children, Laura, Marcy and Alan; and four grandchildren. Virginia Edwards Butow ’58 died on Sept. 4, 2010, in Tuscon, Ariz. Virginia earned a B.S. in English from William Smith, where she was a member of the Big Sister Committee, Little Theatre and Canterbury Club. After earning an M.L.S. from the Pratt Institute in 1964, Virginia had a career as a catalogue editor, librarian and book company representative. She retired in 1984 and went on to become a dedicated volunteer with Foster Child Advocate Services. Virginia was an active member of the Library Science Society as well as Beta Phi Mu, the library science honor society. She was predeceased by her husband, Ronald Butow ’58, and is survived by her son, David. Gwendolyn Mannino Palmer ’61 died on Nov. 7, 2009, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Gwen earned a B.A. in American studies and was a member of the Women’s Club, Newman Club, Little Theatre and Young Republicans; she also served as a resident adviser and the secretary and treasurer of Pi Gamma Mu. She later earned a master’s degree in education from Elmira College and taught junior high school English for 16 years. As an alumna she served as a career services volunteer. Elizabeth Hinkley Saunders ’61 died on Oct. 22, 2010, Pojoaque, N.M. A member of Little Theatre, Altar Guild, The Herald and Math Club, Liz earned a B.S. in mathematics. She was employed as a research technician in the Life Sciences Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory and at University of Colorado Medical School, and was a devoted member of St. Stephens in Espanola. She is survived by husband George; sons, Mark and Greg; daughter, Maria; and six grandchildren.

Kim-Adease Wall-Gillespie ’80 died on May 29, 2009, in New York, N.Y. Kim-Adease earned a bachelor of arts in English. She was a teacher in New York City. Karen L. Tomlinson ’81 died on Oct. 12, 2010, in Delmar, N.Y. After earning a B.A. in psychology from William Smith, where she played field hockey, Karen went on to earn an M.A. in occupational therapy from New York University in 1985. She worked for the Veterans Administration Hospital before spending more than 20 years as an occupational therapist for the North Colonie Central School District. She is survived by her parents, Dr. Arthur and Page Tomlinson; siblings, David and Lisa; and two nieces. Brooks Allgood Armandroff ’88 of Alexandria, Va., died on Sept. 24, 2010. Brooks majored in economics and was a member of the sailing team. As an alumna she volunteered for admissions, Reunion and career services. She worked in voter programs for the Republican National Committee, in advertising for “Campaign Industry News” newsletter and as director of political technology for Aristotle Industries. She also held a career as a Republican political consultant. Most recently, she worked at Trader Joe’s in Springfield. She is survived by her husband, Dean; mother, Carol; and siblings, Judson, Charles and Gwendolyn.

Hobart Raymond W. Van Giesen ’31 died on Aug. 31, 2010, in Fayetteville, N.Y. Raymond graduated with a B.S. in biology and chemistry. He was president of Phi Phi Delta, a member of the football team, twice named a Lacrosse All American, captain of the lacrosse team, and in Chimera. He later earned a M.S. Ed. from Cornell University. Raymond was an educator for 58 years. He taught science and served as vice principal and principal at Fayetteville High School. Raymond retired as District Superintendent of the Fayetteville-Manlius school districts in 1961 and then became a career counselor for Central City Business Institute. A loyal alumnus, Raymond served as a class agent, admissions volunteer, and on the reunion social committee. He was awarded an Alumni Citation in 1981, the Medal of Excellence in 1988 and bestowed with a Presidential Citation in 2006. Raymond was also inducted into the Hobart Hall of Fame in 2002. He is survived by his daughter, Jean; stepchildren, James, Barbara and Patricia; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a cousin, Muriel Wright Wagner ’52. The Rev. Dr. Samuel G. Warr ’37 died Aug. 22, 2010, in Lakeland, Fla. Samuel received a bachelor’s degree in history and sociology from Hobart, a M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary and a D.D. from Muskingum College. At Hobart, he was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon, band, debate team, International Relations club, Little Theatre, Glee club and the lacrosse team. Samuel served as a Presbyterian minister in Ohio and Florida until his retirement. As a Hobart alumnus, he served as a career services volunteer and a class correspondent. He also served as a trustee of Princeton Theological Seminary and Muskingum College. Samuel was survived by two children, Sam and Andrea; and four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy.

Harold C. Gears ’40 died Oct. 28, 2010, in Cocoa Beach, Fla. At Hobart, Harold studied chemistry and food technology and was a member of Delta Psi Omega fraternity. He served in World War II with the 1st Armored Division and deployed to North Africa. After the war, Harold began a 40 year career with General Foods, working as head chemist in quality and retiring as a manufacturing manager in 1979. He was a lifelong member of Rotary Club, America Legion, VFW and the Methodist Church. He is survived by three daughters, Mary, Janny and Betsy; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Harold was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Elizabeth. Gordon A. Gray ’40 died on Dec. 19, 2009, in Sun City, Ariz. While attending Hobart, he earned a bachelor’s degree and was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. Gordon held a career in manufacturing, working for General Motors in Buffalo and Detroit. His wife was Arline Gray. Roy T. Smith Jr. ’40 died on Dec. 29, 2010, in Orange, Conn. A member of Theta Delta Chi and Orange Key, Roy graduated with a degree in business. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps with the 1st Parachute Battalion, 1st Marine Division, and took part in landings in Guadalcanal, Bougainville, Tulagi and Guam. After being discharged, he went into sales with Parker Kenner Company and later was one of three partners to form the Rowen-Leahy Company, a construction equipment dealership. Roy is survived by his wife of 64 years, Stella; children, Marlene, Tracey, Roderick and Roy; and five grandchildren. Harry W. Coover Jr. ’41, P’66 died on March 26, 2011, in Kingsport, Tenn. Harry graduated with a B.S. in chemistry and was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity as well as the Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society. He went on to earn both his M.S. and Ph.D. in chemistry from Cornell University. As a young chemist with the Eastman Kodak Company, Coover discovered a powerful adhesive compound known today as Super Glue. He was also the first to recognize and patent the compound for use as human tissue adhesive, still used in many sutureless surgeries. All told, Coover held 460 patents. In 2004, Coover was inducted into the National Inventor’s Hall of Fame in Akron, Ohio, where he joined the ranks of such inventors as Alexander Graham Bell, Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. In 2010, President Obama awarded him the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, and the Alumni Association awarded him the Hobart Medal of Excellence for his outstanding accomplishments. He was predeceased by his wife of more than 60 years, Muriel Zumbach Coover; his brother-in-law, Godfrey Zumbach ’42; and his sister-in-law, Jean Zumbach ’42. He is survived by two sons, Harry III ’66 and Stephen; a daughter, Melinda; four grandchildren; and sister-in-law Marguerite Zumbach Mudge ’36. C. “Bill” William Fitch ’41 died on Aug. 29, 2010, in Ormond Beach, Fla., Bill attended Hobart for two years, was a brother in the Kappa Sigma fraternity and participated in the music ensemble. He served in the U.S. Army and was discharged in 1946 as a first lieutenant. Bill was the owner of Fitch Oil Company. He is survived by his children, Charles and Joan; five grandchildren; and several great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his daughters, Jean and Janelle; and his brother, Herbert T. Fitch ’42. HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES

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Obituaries Mitchell A. Hyder ’41 died on Sept. 22, 2010, in Delray Beach, Fla. Mitchell attended Hobart for two years. After college, Mitchell founded an automotive dealership with his two brothers; they later also owned and operated bowling alleys, motels and other real estate parcels. He was a lifelong parishioner of St. George Orthodox Church in Lawrence and a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Portsmouth. He and his brothers also were the primary sponsors of the Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover. He is survived by his wife, Ida.

Dr. Timothy Prout ’48 died on Jan. 5, 2009, in Davis, Calif. Timothy majored in biology, was a member of Sigma Phi, Interfaternity Council, and participated in the Herald and ski club. He later earned a master’s degree and Ph.D. in zoology from Columbia University. He was a retired genetics professor who taught at University of California at the Riverside and Davis campuses. He holds an honorary degree from Aarhus University in Denmark. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie, of 58 years; children, Mary and David; and two grandchildren.

Dr. Francis F. E. Morse ’43 died on Jan. 10, 2011, in Greensboro, N. C. Francis attended Hobart for three years, participating in Commons Club and band; he later earned a D.D.S. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Francis served as a lieutenant with the U.S. Navy assigned to the medical corps in China. Francis had a dental practice in Manhattan for more than 30 years and in Durham for 22 years. He was a member of the New York Academy of Dentistry and past president of the Penn Dental Association. He is survived by his children, Marianne, Francis, Robert, and Christopher; two grandchildren; and first wife, Dorothea. He was predeceased by his second wife, Margaret; and twin brother, J. Robert Morse ’43.

The Rev. Clifford W. Atkinson ’49 died on May 8, 2010, in Cincinnati, Ohio. An English and philosophy major, Clifford participated in the Herald, Schola Cantorum, Motet Choir and Canterbury Club. His honors thesis was titled “T.S. Eliot: some bases for the notes toward the definition of culture.” He went on to earn a S.T.B. from Berkeley Divinity School and S.T.M. from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary. An Episcopal priest, Clifford served as pastor of several parishes in New York, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio and Vermont. As an alumnus, he was a Reunion volunteer. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; son, Christopher; stepchildren, Steven, Elizabeth and Jerry; and six grandchildren. He is predeceased by his first wife, Alice.

Robert “Bob” H. Rogers ’43 died on Jan. 19, 2011, in Geneva, N.Y. While earning a degree in chemistry, Bob was a member of Phi Phi Delta, Druids, Chimera and Epsilon Pi Sigma. He also played football and baseball, and served as captain of the lacrosse team and as first-year class treasurer. Serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Company E, 8th Marines-2nd division, he served in five campaigns in the South Pacific, receiving a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He remained active in the Marine Corps Reserve, retiring in 1959 as a colonel. Bob attended graduate school at the University of Michigan and began a professional career as a research chemist with Dupont Corporation and later worked with his father at the W.E. Rogers Insurance Agency, Inc., becoming owner in 1965 and retiring in 1994. Bob is survived by his wife, Pamela; children, Robert, Matthew and Betsy; and two grandchildren.

William “Bill” L. Bangs ’49 died on Dec. 6, 2010, in Albuquerque, N.M. Bill served in the U.S. Navy in World War II before attending Hobart. He majored in history, played basketball and was a member of Kappa Alpha. As an alumnus, he served as a class agent for several years. He was a retired manufacturing executive in the lumber industry. He is survived by his children, Nancy, James and Jennifer; eight grandchildren; and nephew, Michael L. Bangs ’80. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Billie.

Robert B. Cozzens ’47died on May 14, 2009, in Ocala, Fla. He majored in English, participated in Board of Control, played football and lacrosse and was a member of Sigma Chi. He held a career in the banking industry and retired as a bank executive. Through a bequest to the Colleges, Robert established an endowed scholarship, The John H. Cozzens Jr. ’41 Endowed Scholarship Fund, and funded renovation to the John H. Cozzens Jr. ’41 Memorial Field in his late-brother’s name. He is survived by his wife, Irene; and son, Robert “Bruce.” The Rev. K. Gordon Drescher ’48 died on Sept. 20, 2010, in Tucson, Ariz. Prior to attending Hobart, he served in the U.S. Army and Air Force and attained the rank of sergeant. At Hobart, he earned his B.A. in history and English, participated in Canterbury Club and was on Dean’s List. He was ordained to the priesthood of the Episcopal Church at General Theological Seminary in 1951 and received his master’s degree of sacred theology from New York Theological Seminary in 1973. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; their four children, Kenneth, Laurie, Susan and Karl; and seven grandchildren.

Robert Coe ’49, P’87 died on Nov. 2, 2010, in White Plains, N.Y. Before attending Hobart, Robert served in the U.S. Army and was released from active duty as a second lieutenant in 1947. Robert studied political science, participated in Echo, Herald, Canterbury Club, International Relations Club and Phi Delta. He also served as secretary of his fraternity Sigma Phi. He went on to earn a LL.B. from the University of Virginia, an LL.M from Georgetown University, and to graduate from Command and General Staff College and serve as a liaison officer for West Point Military Academy. He achieved the rank of colonel before retiring from the military. Robert worked as a trial and tax attorney and also had a private practice. As an alumnus, he was president of Alumni Council from 1965-68, and treasurer and president of the Hobart Club of New York. He was survived by his wife of 57 years, Sally; and four children, Sharon, Patricia, Laurie and David P’87; and five grandchildren. His father, Cleveland Beach Coe’14; grandfather, Charles Cleveland Coe 1875; and great-grandfather, Rev. James Roger Coe 1863, all attended Hobart. His brother, Kenton S. Coe’52, attended Hobart for two years. James M. Dee ’49, P’72, P’75, P’80, P’81 died on Jan. 2, 2011, in Hudson, Ohio. James served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was the former owner of Mr. Hero in Kent and a member of Rotary Club and Twin Lakes Country Club. An economics major, James

was active in Board of Control, band and Schola Cantorum and was a member of Sigma Phi. He is survived by his children, Jennifer ’72, David ’75, Barbara Dee Aldrich ’80, Joseph ’81, Suzanne, Martha, Jonathan, and Robert; his step-children, Patricia, Tom and Ken; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Nancy Dee Coughlan’51; and former wife, Mary Jane Gindling Lydenberg ’67. He was predeceased by his wife of 26 years, Barbara. Harold J. Lotz ’49 died on April 2, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas. Harold served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and became a military police officer and later joined the Army National Guard. A Kappa Sigma brother, Harold majored in economics, participated in intramural board, and was junior class historian. He worked in the insurance industry most of his life, eventually owning his own agency. He is survived by eight children: Patty, Judith, Kathleen, Debbie, Harold Jr., Jackie, Cindy and Joy. Fred A. Pomeroy ’49, GP’04 died on Oct. 15, 2010, in Irondequoit, N.Y. Fred served in the U.S. Army Air Forces as a flight officer before attending Hobart. A chemistry major, Fred participated in Herald, WEOS, Canterbury Club, H Book, Film Club and Ski Club; he also played tennis. He retired from Eastman Kodak after 32 years of service and later worked as a real estate broker. He was active in his community, volunteering for the Boy Scouts, Meals on Wheels and at local schools. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ann; children, Norma, David, Jennifer, John and James; eight grandchildren, including Emily A. Abbott ’04; and three great-grandchildren. Wallace E. Seidel ’49 died on Dec. 22, 2010, in Charlottesville, Va. Wallace graduated from Hobart with a bachelor’s degree in history and political science and from Columbia University with a master’s in political science. He previously served in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II in combat on the front lines in France. He built a career working for the country as an intelligence officer for the Navy and Air Force and for the Central Intelligence Agency until his retirement in 1979. At Hobart, he was editor of the Herald, and a member of Phi Delta Journalism Society. As an alumnus he served on the Reunion Social Committee in 1999 and as class correspondent from 1982-1999. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Anna; and children, Wesley, Sandra, Lisa and Alfred H. Seidel ’69. Harold J. Jones ’50 died Oct. 15, 2010, in Rotonda West, Fla. Harold earned a bachelor’s degree in economics. He was a Delta Chi brother who participated in St. John’s Guild, Canterbury Club, Schola Cantorum, International Relations Club and the Herald. He worked in the insurance industry. He is survived by his wife, Eva; children, William and Elizabeth; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his first wife, Ruth. Malcolm B. Baumgarten ’51 died on Aug. 23, 2010, in New York, N.Y. Malcolm earned a bachelor’s in economics from Hobart and a M.B.A. from Wharton School of Business. At Hobart, he participated in Herald, Echo and Pine, Temple Club and was a member of Gamma Omicron Tau and manager of the basketball team. He worked as a business executive for several companies including Rayco Manufacturing Company, The Abel Corporation,

Oppenheimer and Company, Wertheim and Company, Inc., and Gruntal and Company, Inc. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce; children, Beth and Doug; and four grandchildren. Frederick H. Hovey III ’51 died on Dec. 6, 2010, in Orange, Conn. Frederick majored in economics and participated in sailing, lacrosse, football, yacht club and hockey club. He was a member of Theta Delta Chi fraternity. He served in the U.S. Navy in Korea. As an alumnus, he served as class correspondent and career counseling volunteer for several years. He retired as the vice president of sales for Lewis-Boyle Inc. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Elizabeth; children, Jennifer, Stephanie and Theodore; and three grandchildren. John “Royle” Van Arsdale ’52 died on Sept. 9, 2010, in Rochester, N.Y. Royle attended Hobart for two years. He served in U.S. Marine Corps in World War II and the Korean War. He had a career in sales, working for Cadillac Plastics, the Ohio Carbon Company and Protective Equipment Supply Company. He was a volunteer with the Brighton Fire Department. Royle is survived by his children, Stephen, Scott and Cathy; and two grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Dolores. Allan R. Brown ’52 died on Nov. 5, 2010, in Hadley, Mass. Allan attended Hobart for two years, participated in Little Theatre and was a member of Sigma Phi. He was the owner of The Metal Connection and a sales representative for several steel and metal companies. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Elizabeth “Beth” Woods Brown ’53; children, Patricia, Douglas and Mitchell; and four grandchildren. He is predeceased by his brothers, Olcott M. Brown ’51 and Charles Brown. Jay C. Curtis ’52 died Aug. 23, 2010, in Winfield, Ill. Jay attended Hobart for two years. He was a member of Sigma Chi, played lacrosse and served as a staff photographer. After Hobart he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War for two years. Over his career, he worked as a business executive for Robert Gair Company, The Newark Group and Book Covers Inc. He is survived by his wife, Kaila; children, Robert, Jewel, Alexandra, Andrew and Walt; stepchildren, Richard, Scott, Peter and Michael; and 17 grandchildren and stepgrandchildren. Raymond E. Petersen ’52 died on Aug. 21, 2010, in West Hartford, Conn. Raymond attended Hobart for one year and graduated from the University of Connecticut. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. His entire career was spent running the family business, A.C. Petersen Farms. He retired as president in 1993. Raymond was a life member of The Universalist Church of West Hartford. He is survived by his children, Raymond Jr. and Cynthia; and three grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis. Donald Stallman ’52 died on Aug. 27, 2010, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Donald attended Hobart for one year, was a brother of Sigma Chi fraternity and later graduated from the University of Rochester. Donald served in the 7th Cavalry Regiment in the U.S. Army in the Korean War, receiving a Silver Star, Bronze Star and two Purple Stars for his dedicated service. He served as vice president of Kolstad Associates Inc.

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in Rochester, and as president of Water Treatment Associates and KB Fabrications, both in Latham, N.Y. He is survived by his children, Nancy, Terri and Jeff; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife, Dolores.

practiced at Naples Community Hospital and North Collier Hospital. Courtney was predeceased by his father, Major W. Gasper ’23, and is survived by his children, Kitt, Kristelle, Kolin, Cherie and Holly; and a granddaughter.

Warren J. Hockenos ’53 died on Dec. 13, 2010, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. An English and philosophy major, Warren was president of Kappa Sigma and a member of Board of Control and Newman Club. Warren played lacrosse and football. After Hobart, he served in the U.S. Army as an intelligence clerk in West Germany. He later earned a Ph.D. in philosophy from Boston University and served as a professor of philosophy at Skidmore College for more than 30 years. During his retirement he was a political progressive who actively supported several movements and campaigns such as in 1997, when he went to the city of Tuzla in Bosnia and Herzegovina and served as a monitor in Bosnia’s first postwar elections. Warren is survived by his wife, Anne; their children, Paul, Timothy and Matthew; and two grandsons.

Floyd F. Smith ’55 died on Sept. 8, 2010, in Cookeville, Tenn. Floyd earned a bachelor’s in economics, was a member of Theta Delta Chi, played baseball, and served as secretary-treasurer of his sophomore class. He had a 35-year career in broadcasting followed by a second career as executive director of the Osteopathic Medical Association. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Bobbie; children, Sharon, Debbie, Linda and Alan; eight grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter.

Bruce E. Williams ’53 of Delray Beach, Fla., died on Oct. 21, 2010. Bruce majored in music and was a member of Phi Kappa Tau, Orange Key, Schola Cantorum and band. His career was spent as an executive in the petroleum industry, and for nearly 20 years, he served as vice president of Williams Petroleum Corp. in Cobleskill, N.Y. He volunteered in his community and was a member of Kiwanis Club and Rotary Club. Bruce was also an entertainer and served as music director and organist for Unity of Delray Beach and Boynton Beach Congregational Church. He was a pianist at Erny’s Restaurant and at the Seagate Beach Club. As an alumnus, he volunteered for career services. He is survived by his wife, Joan; two daughters, Kim and Kathy; and four grandchildren. Charles E. Bruno ’54 died on Dec. 25, 2010, in Danbury, Conn. After graduating from Hobart, Charlie entered the workforce as a line worker for New York State Electric and Gas Corporation. He later switched to the banking industry and became a teller at Danbury Savings and Loan Association. He eventually rose through the ranks to serve as president at Danbury for more than two decades. He is survived by his children, John, Karen, Regina, Jeffrey, Lynn and Christopher; 10 grandchildren; and longtime companion Joann Spence. Lauriston “Larry” H. Clark Jr. ’54 died on Nov. 22, 2010, in Corning, N.Y. An economics major, Larry was secretary for Theta Delta Chi, played baseball and was a member of the Rifle Team. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and later received an honorable discharge at the rank of captain. He retired from Corning Glass Works after 30 years of service in sales and marketing. Larry was a life member of the Elks. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ursula; children, Brian, Sharon and Keith; and three grandchildren. Courtney B. Gasper ’55 died on Aug. 13, 2010, in Naples, Fla. Courtney graduated from Hobart with a degree in biology, where he played lacrosse and football and was an active member of Kappa Sigma. He received his medical degree from Hahnemann Medical School in 1964. He was an U.S. Army veteran and surgeon who

George F. Bucklin ’56 died on Sept. 5, 2010, in Geneva, N.Y. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, George graduated from Hobart with a degree in economics in three years. While a student he participated in Newman Club and worked at Saga. He held a career as a payroll manager of Cornell University for nearly 25 years. George is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia; and their nine children and 24 grandchildren. He was a member of St. Stephen’s Church, 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus, the American Legion, and the Sons of the American Legion. He is predeceased by his twin daughters, Julie and Joan; granddaughter, Kennedy; sister, Mary; and brother-in-law, Thomas A. Mulchay ’39. Carl R. Myers ’56 died on Aug. 5, 2010, in San Ramon, Calif. Carl graduated from Hobart with a degree in economics. He was a member of Sigma Phi, band and the ROTC program. Carl later served in the U.S. Army. He went on to hold a career in the insurance industry. He is survived by his wife, Ada, and had a daughter, Carolyn. Thomas W. McEwen ’56 died on Nov. 4, 2010, in Rochester, N.Y. While at Hobart, Thomas was an English major and a member of Beta Sigma Tau, Little Theatre and Orange Key. He also played on the lacrosse team. As an alumnus, he served as Reunion Volunteer, class agent and Reunion Chair in 1981. He was a commercial laundry and dry cleaning distributor for 49 years and a member of the Faith Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife Ann; children, T.J., Brian and Lisa; seven grandchildren; sister, Barbara McEwen Rosenthal ’48; brotherin-law, Henry F. Rosenthal ’47; and nephew, Thomas H. Rosenthal ’75. Leonard F. Hoffman ’57 died on Jan. 1, 2011, in Massena, N.Y. Graduating with a degree in economics, Leonard was a member the Newman Club and of Kappa Sigma, serving as house manager and assistant secretary. He served in the U.S. Army for two years. Leonard worked for Marine Midland Bank for many years, where he was a vice president and branch manager. After retirement Leonard worked at the Massena Country Club. He was a member of Church of the Sacred Heart, Elks Lodge and Lions Club. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Bethany; two daughters, Julie and Jennifer; and four grandsons.

Garet J. Pilling ’57 died on Jan. 15, 2011, in Mantoloking, N.J. Garet majored in history, served as vice president of Phi Sigma Kappa, and participated in the Herald, Canterbury Club, and the sailing and tennis teams. He owned and operated Park Steel & Iron Company for 55 years. He also served as mayor of Brielle, N.J., during the early 1970s and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1956 to 1960. Garet was a member of St. Uriel the Archangel Church and was a Mason. He is survived by his children, Scott and Laurie; and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Garet; and his former wife, Melissa. Malcolm W. Rudin ’57 died on Sept. 24, 2010, in Marshfield, Wisc. Malcolm attended Hobart for two years and worked in the music sales industry. He is survived by his partner, Charles Weigel; and brothers, Sheldon and Leonard. Robert E. Mulheron ’58 died on Nov. 2, 2010, in Canandaigua, N.Y. Robert attended Hobart for two years. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950-1954, for a time stationed at the Pentagon serving as a liaison to President Dwight Eisenhower. Robert retired from Eastman Kodak Co. and was a member of St. Mary’s Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Elks Club and the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Sheila; children, Edward, Thomas, Terry ’91, Sheryl and Susan; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Ellis Gene Smith ’58 died on Dec. 16, 2010, in New York, N.Y. Gene attended Hobart for one year and also studied at Adelphi College, University of Utah, and University of Washington, Seattle. While attending University of Washington he began an intensive study of Tibetan literature and history and completed his Ph.D. exams in 1964. He served in India in the Foreign Area Fellowship Program in 1965, preparing his doctoral thesis. Gene then worked in the New Delhi Field Office of the Library of Congress collecting books from Tibetan refugee scholars, identifying thousands of rare manuscripts and having them saved and published. He wrote countless introductions to these publications which have been published in an anthology called “Among Tibetan Texts.” He served as field director of the Library of Congress Field Office in India as well as offices in Indonesia and Cairo. He was a senior research scholar of the Tibetan Buddhist Resource Center, which he founded in 1999, and served as a consultant to the Trace Foundation and as acquisitions editor at Wisdom Publications. He is survived by three sisters. Keryn B. Laite Sr. ’61 died on Oct. 22, 2009, in Portland, Maine. Keryn attended Hobart for two years and was a member of Theta Delta Chi. He went on to hold a career as a dairy farmer and manager of a construction firm. Keryn was active in his community, serving as a scout master and as a member of the Farm Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, YMCA, the Masons and Lions Club. He is survived by his wife, Sally, and had four children. Geoffrey W. Reynolds ’61 died on May 9, 2010, in Westport, Conn. Geoffrey attended Hobart for two years, was a member of Schola Cantorum, Chapel Choir, and marching and concert band. He held a career as an audio-visual engineer at several companies. He served in the U.S. Navy, was a baritone singer, tennis player and skier. He

is survived by his wife of 41 years, Janet; children, Gregory and Michelle; and two grandchildren. Robert W. Dill ’62 died on Aug. 21, 2010, in Savannah, Ga. Robert majored in American history and was vice president of Kappa Alpha and editor-in-chief of the H Book. He served in the U.S. Air Force and held a career as a stock broker, working on the New York Stock Exchange for more than 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Susan; and daughters, Lauren and Katie. Stephen C. Reynolds III ’62, P’88, P’90 died on Nov. 29, 2010, in Las Vegas, Nev. Stephen attended Hobart for one year. Over his career, he served as marketing director with Jeffco Industries in Middlesex, N.J., president of Reynolds & Associates in Calabasas, Calif., and president of Harsonhill, Inc., in Las Vegas, Nev. He was a member of the Direct Marketing Association and the recipient of their Silver Mail Box Award. An avid golfer, he was a member of the PGA. He is survived by his wife, E.J.; sons, David ’88 and Robert ’90; and 10 grandchildren. He is predeceased by his former wife, Patricia Doran Reynolds ’60. Rev. Allen W. Swain ’62 died on Aug. 12, 2010, in Pocasset, Mass. An English and psychology major, Allen was a member of Phi Kappa Tau, band, Canterbury Club, Little Theatre and St. John’s Guild. He went on to earn a S.T.B. degree in sacred theology from Berkley Divinity School. He served as an Episcopal priest in many parishes in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and retired from the ministry in 2000. He was an active volunteer in his community, serving on the boards of the Recreation Authority, Historical Society and in local schools. As an alumnus, he served as a career development center volunteer. He is survived by his wife of nearly 46 years, Marilyn; children, Shawn, Eloise and Sarah; and three grandchildren. Jay L. Wallberg ’62 died on May 23, 2010, in New York, N.Y. Jay attended Hobart for two years and participated in the Herald and the soccer team. He was a senior partner at Jay L. Wallberg & Co., a musician and philanthropist. He is survived by his wife, Linda; children, Alli and Ruth; stepchildren, Adam, Aviva and Bari; and two grandchildren. Christopher P. Carter ’63 died on Aug. 1, 2010, in Essex, Conn. Christopher earned a bachelor’s degree in English and was a member of Kappa Alpha. He held a career in advertising working at Elizabeth Arden Cosmetics and Macmillan Publishing. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Rhonda; son, Christopher; and two grandchildren. Edward G. Clark Jr. ’64 died Jan. 7, 2011, in Milliken, Colo. Edward majored in English and was a member of Kappa Alpha, Little Theatre, the Herald and the soccer and sailing teams. He later worked toward his master’s degree at Sonoma State University. During his life he was a writer, artist, teacher, journalist, woodcarver and photographer. Edward is survived by his wife of 30 years, Betty; two daughters, Laurel and Jillian; two stepsons, Robert and Jeffrey; and several grandchildren. Stephen H. Collins ’64 died on Oct. 29, 2010, in Lebanon, N.H. A member of Phi Sigma Kappa, Stephen earned a bachelor’s degree in American history

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Obituaries and later a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. Stephen served for two years in the U.S. Navy. He spent 25 years writing and editing for several business journalism publications in New York City, followed by working as a freelance writer and an adjunct professor in the Journalism Department at Keene State College. He is survived by his wife, Helen; children, Stephen and Peter; and a grandson. Dr. Charles Manley ’64 died on March 6, 2010, in Standing Stone Township, Pa. Charles earned a bachelor’s degree in biology, was a member of Dean’s List, and active in intramural sports. He is survived by his wife, Janice; children, Robert, David, Noel and Katsu; and nephew, John D. Price ’05. Richard S. Birnbaum ’69 died on Aug. 17, 2010, in Reno, Nev. A member of Phi Sigma Kappa, Richard majored in sociology and psychology and played golf. He went on to earn an M.B.A. from Columbia University. He was the founder and managing director of RJ Associates, an executive search company in White Plains, N.Y. He began his career as a marketing assistant at RCA Records and later as a sales manager for Playtex. He served the Colleges as a career services volunteer. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; children, Melissa and Jason; and stepsons, Eric and Chad. Elliott D. Vorce ’69 died on Nov. 17, 2009, in Penn Yan, N.Y. Elliott earned a degree in history and education and participated in band and orchestra. He was a social studies teacher at Penn Yan Academy for many years. He was active in the American Legion, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Lions Club and Oliver House and Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital boards. As an alumnus, he served as a career counseling volunteer. He is survived by his wife, Susan; and brother-in-law, Alan N. Williams ’69. Dr. David B. Nichols ’70 died on Dec. 30, 2010, in White Stone, Va. David graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology from Hobart and a M.Sc. in anatomy and M.D. from McGill University. He began his career as a physician in Newport News where he completed his family practice residency under the direction of the Medical College of Virginia at Riverside Hospital. David founded White Stone Family Practice in 1979 and was the primary physician for Tangier Island for more than 30 years. He was named Country Doctor of the Decade by a national physician staffing firm during the August 2010 dedication of the David B. Nichols Health Center on Tangier Island. He was also an accomplished pilot, certified to fly both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. In 2010, the Colleges awarded him the Hobart and William Smith Community Service Award for his service to the people of Tangier. He also served the Colleges as a career counseling volunteer. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Dianne; and their children, Sarah and David.

Jethro Loftus ’76 of Geneva, N.Y., died on Oct. 4, 2010. After attending Hobart, Jethro earned his J.D. degree from City University of New York. He held a career serving as a public defender in Cayuga County. He is survived by his mother, Gloria; siblings, Tara, Ariel ’75 and Joseph ’91. His father was the late John Loftus, professor emeritus of art at the Colleges. Vincent A. Droser III ’77 died on Jan. 4, 2011, in Dorchester, Mass. Vincent majored in political science and was the captain of the swim team, member of the Hobart Student Athletic Association, and chair of the social affairs committee. He went on to earn a master’s in public policy from SUNY Stony Brook. At the time of his death he was serving as vice president for development at Trinity Financial. He previously served as chief operating officer of the Boston Housing Authority and chief operating officer of the New York City Economic Development Corporation. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; and their children, Richard, Veronica, Catherine and William. Markey J. Bena ’78 died on July 23, 2010, in New York, N.Y. Markey attended Hobart for three years, majored in English, was a member of Phi Kappa Tau, Little Theatre and the rugby team. He was a professional musician who played punk rock at CBGBs with the power trio The Ghosts. He also worked for The Ring and Spin Magazine. He is survived by his mother, Melinda; stepfather, Thierry; and half-siblings, Melissa, Samantha and Parker. Donald M. Blake Jr. ’79 died on May 15, 2010, in New York, N.Y. Donald majored in history, was a member of Theta Delta Chi and played soccer. Donald served as vice president of Joseph J. Blake & Assoc., Inc., a real estate appraisal firm. He served the Colleges as a career services volunteer. He is survived by sons, Greg and Donald III; and his former wife, Anne Fuchs Blake ’80. Andrew B. Bergner ’80 died on Oct. 13, 2010, in Bayville, N.Y. Andrew earned a bachelor’s degree in economics. He held a career as an insurance consultant and was a boater and avid sports fan. He is survived by his children, Daniel and Kara; his brothers, Peter ’81 and Jonathan ’85; and sister-in-law, Diane Schaeffer Bergner ’81. Lawrence A. Hershon ’12 of Great Neck, N.Y., died on Dec. 11, 2010. Lawrence was a member of Delta Chi and the Hobart Rugby Club. He received the First Year Achievement Award and the Alumni Association Award. He is survived by his parents, Kenneth and Linda; and three brothers, Bradley, Charles and Peter.

Friends of The Colleges Richard C. Holbrooke P’87, L.H.D.’00 of New York, N.Y., died on Dec. 13, 2010. Richard was the Obama administration’s special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan. During his career, he served as a professional diplomat, a magazine editor, an author, a Peace Corps country director, the chair of two important non-government organizations, and an investment banker. He began his career as a Foreign Service Officer immediately after graduation from Brown University in 1962. For the next seven years he held various positions that dealt with Vietnam, both in that country and in Washington, culminating with his participation as a member of the American delegation to the Paris Peace Talks on Vietnam. Following those assignments, Richard spent a year as a Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson School at Princeton University. He later served as Peace Corps Director in Morocco and as managing editor of the quarterly magazine Foreign Policy. Holbrooke is the only person to have held the position of Assistant Secretary of State of two different regional bureaus in the State Department, one in East Asian and Pacific Affairs (during which time full diplomatic relations were established with China) and more recently for European and Canadian Affairs. He also served as Chief Negotiator of Dayton Peace Accords in Bosnia. He was the author of To End a War and co-author of Counsel to the President, as well as numerous articles on foreign policy. He served as keynote speaker during Hobart and William Smith Colleges’ Commencement ceremony in 2000. During that ceremony, Holbrooke was also the recipient of an honorary degree, a Doctor of Humane Letters, from the Colleges. He is survived by his wife, Kati Marton, and sons, Anthony and David ’87, and stepchildren, Elizabeth and Christopher. Paul Zaroogian died on Oct. 28, 2010, in Geneva, N.Y. Paul served as director of dining services at Saga for more than 30 years, retiring in 2008. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island and rising to the rank of captain in the U.S. Army, Paul joined the Saga Corporation at Boston College and went on to serve under the banner of three companies – Saga, Marriott, and Sodexo. He was a member of St. Michael’s Orthodox Church, led many of its fundraising and social activities, and served on its board of Trustees for two years. Paul received a Joint Alumni and Alumnae Citation in 2010 for his service to the Colleges. He was a loyal supporter of the Colleges and contributed to the William and Yvette Scandling Scholarship, the Colleges’ capital campaigns, and the Heron and Statesmen athletic societies. He is survived by his children, Sean, Lindsay and Ashley.

Dr. Matthew J. Klein ’74 died on Sept. 1, 2010, in Redding, Conn. Matthew participated in student government and graduated with a bachelor’s in psychology. He went on to earn a M.D. from New York Medical College and open a private practice as a psychiatrist. He served the Colleges as a career services volunteer.

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Welcome Back A popular tradition on the Hill, students welcome alums back to campus in creative ways.

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2011 During the weekend of June 3-5, 2011, alums from across the country and around the world will return to campus to revisit friends and memories while making new ones. Milestone five-year reunions are planned for all classes ending in 1 and 6, but all alums from all classes are invited to attend this annual Reunion celebration. On the following pages, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve highlighted some key events for 2011. For more information, to register and to view a preliminary list of whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming back to Geneva for Reunion 2011, visit www.hws.edu/reunion. Make your plans to return today!

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www.hws.edu/reunion REUNION PARADE Led by the 50th Reunion Classes and the Empire Statesmen marching band, the annual Reunion Parade will march down Pulteney Street and onto the Quad. Alums are encouraged to bring their Hobart and William Smith shirts, jackets, beanies, banners and flags to show their class pride and HWS spirit. REUNION IS FAMILY FRIENDLY Reunion offers special events for children of all ages, from the Family Festival featuring crafts and games, to the Teen Program that includes an excursion on Seneca Lake and a glimpse inside the HWS classroom. Childcare will once again be offered during Saturday evening’s festivities on the Quad. WINE… Reds, Whites, Rieslings, Gewürztraminers, OH MY! Local wineries vie for your taste buds at the annual Finger Lakes Wine Festival on the Quad. Many will have wine available for sale by the bottle or case. AND DINE You are guaranteed to eat well throughout the weekend. Start with Friday lunch, followed by the International Buffet on the Quad that evening. Saturday breakfast will be served in the newly expanded Scandling Campus Center, and Saturday lunch and Class Dinners (with dancing and fireworks) will be offered in the main tent on the Quad. And this year, we’re back on the Quad the next morning for Sunday’s farewell brunch.

SOCCER ALUMNI TO GATHER Hobart soccer alumni will come together during the weekend with legendary soccer coach Ray Demuth, who headed the Statesmen program from 1953-1975. GETTING INTO COLLEGE The Admissions staff will offer an afternoon of College Admissions 101 for prospective students and their families. Get inside tips on the application process, interviewing and transitioning to college, and discuss current demographic trends. CRUISING ON SENECA LAKE Professor of Geoscience John Halfman will lead three working sessions assessing the environmental wellbeing of Seneca Lake aboard the Colleges research vessel The William Scandling. Participants will collect sediment dredges, look for zebra and quagga mussels, and learn about their ecological and economical impact. FORMER PROFESSORS HONORED During Reunion Weekend, the Alumni and Alumnae Associations will present the Distinguished Faculty Award to Professor Emerita of Religious Studies Mary Gerhart, Professor Emeritus of Biology Joel Kerlan P’89 and the late Professor of English Deborah Tall. (See page 71 for more information.)

INTELLECTUAL STIMULATION In addition to Saturday morning’s two one-hour class sessions with popular faculty members, Reunion will also feature three Friday afternoon symposia: Healthcare in America, led by Dr. Richard Goldberg ’68, President of Georgetown University Hospital; Christy Bell ’71, President and CEO of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey; and Jason Feinberg ’89, Physician Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer for Finger Lakes Health. Middle East, “On the Barricades: How Protests Reflect and Build durable CrossIdeological Alliances,” led by Middle East scholar and Assistant Professor of Political Science Stacey Philbrick Yadav. Economy, “Debts, Deficits and the Great Recession: The Future of Economic Policy and Strategies for the Maintenance of Individual Wealth” led by Professor of Economics and Interim Provost and Dean of Faculty Pat McGuire HON ’10.

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Distinguished Faculty Celebrated

rofessor Emerita of Religious Studies Mary Gerhart, Professor Emeritus of Biology Joel Kerlan P’89 and the late Professor of English Deborah Tall will be honored with the Distinguished Faculty Award by the Hobart Alumni Association and the William Smith Alumnae Association during Reunion 2011. “The impact that a professor can have on students can last a lifetime. They have a gift to inspire, challenge and engage with their students,” says Director of Alumnae Relations Kathy Killius Regan ’82, P’13. “All three of these faculty members have left a distinct mark on HWS; their legacies still influencing those who had the good fortune to study with them.” Gerhart taught in the Religious Studies Department from 1972 to 2005. While at HWS, Gerhart’s courses were cross-listed with women’s studies and other interdisciplinary areas such as the Mary Gerhart Sacred in Cross-Cultural Perspective.

Trustees and Associations Seek Nominees The William Smith Alumnae Association, Hobart Alumni Association and HWS Board of Trustees are seeking nominations for outstanding alumni and alumnae who push the boundaries of the status quo and are an inspiration to their fellow alums, HWS students and the world. “Our alumni and alumnae are all over the world doing incredible things, distinguishing not only themselves but also Hobart and William Smith Colleges,” says Association

Gerhart’s teaching is remembered as inspirational, inclusive and challenging. “Mary Gerhart taught me to think critically and to write clearly. She challenged me to do my best and offered support and encouragement along the way,” says Francine D’Amico ’80, an associate professor of international relations at Syracuse University. Gerhart continues to teach and write about science and religion. Kerlan will be honored for his work at HWS from 1971-2002. His research interest was in behavioral endocrinology and biorhythms in birds and he continuously had independent and Joel Kerlan P'89 Honors students in his .laboratory. Alums agree that both his teaching methods and willingness to help students navigate the professional school application process were outstanding. “He taught us to take a more adult — less passive and more active — approach to learning. This is an attitude that governs my relationships with the medical students and psychiatry residents that I teach,” says Michael Schwartz ’73, professor of education at Stony Brook School of Medicine. Kerlan continues to stay active on campus with the pre-med program and

Trustee Susan Lloyd Yolen ’72. “We’re working to build up a pool of qualified individuals so that we can rightfully honor those HWS community members who deserve it.” Nominations for the following awards are welcome: • The Hobart and William Smith Community Service Award, recognizing HWS family members who have demonstrated an extraordinary and sustained commitment in a volunteer capacity, bringing demonstrable change. • The Hobart Medal of Excellence and The Alumna Achievement Award, given to those alumni and

admissions, including the Elizabeth Blackwell Scholar Program. Tall taught literature and writing at HWS and pursued her passions as a poet, essayist, and editor of the Seneca Review from 1982 through 2006. An innovative thinker, in 1997, Tall and John D’Agata ’95 created what is now known as the lyric essay, which Deborah Tall revolutionized creative nonfiction writing. Stephen Kuusisto ’78, a professor of creative non-fiction at the University of Iowa, emphasizes Tall’s talent and passion for her craft. “It was Deborah who made me a writer by way of example. I absorbed her lessons and became richer because of her exemplary gift of poetry and practice,” he says. Tall tragically passed away in 2006 of breast cancer, leaving behind many students, colleagues, friends and family who remember her fondly.

Share your thoughts: Alumni House will be assembling acknowledgments from former students, faculty, friends and family, which will be presented to the honorees and their families during the DFA ceremony. Please submit your remembrance electronically, using our online form at http://www.hws. edu/alumni/dfa_form.aspx

alumnae who have brought honor and distinction to the College through professional, business or community service activities. • The Lifetime Service Award and The Elizabeth Herendeen Odell ’22 Award, presented to alumni and alumnae who have made exceptional contributions throughout their lives to Hobart or William Smith College. • Alumni Association Citation and Alumnae Association Citation, awarded to alumni, alumnae, faculty or friends who have significantly helped strengthen Hobart or William Smith College through volunteer service.

• The Young Alumnus Award and The Young Alumna Award, presented within 10 - 15 years of graduation to an alumnus or alumna who has shown exceptional volunteer service and commitment to HWS. • The Distinguished Faculty Award, which honors outstanding former teachers at the Colleges. If you’d like to nominate a friend or classmate, please send your nomination along with a short explanation to Alumni House, 615 S. Main, Geneva, NY 14456, attention Betty Merkle. ●

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Alumni and Alumnae Events May Hobart Launch Geneva, N.Y.

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William Smith Senior Welcome Geneva, N.Y. Boston Pops Event Boston, Mass. June Reunion 2011 Geneva, N.Y. Summer Gathering Denver, Colo. Vail Shootout Vail, Colo. July Summer Gatherings Cape Cod, Mass. Philadelphia, Pa. Hamptons, N.Y. Summit, N.J. Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Portland, Maine Bay Head, N.J. Baltimore, Md. For more information about these and other upcoming events, visit us on Facebook or at www.hwsalumni.com or call Alumni House toll free at 877497-4438.

HWS Community Service Awards Presented

n light of their outstanding dedication to others, Dr. David Nichols ‘70 and Dr. Kenneth H. Spitzer ‘55 were each honored with Hobart and William Smith Community Service Awards. For more than 30 years, Nichols made weekly helicopter trips to Tangier, a small fishing community on a remote island in the Chesapeake Bay, to provide treatment for its residents. “David is an example to all of us of the power of one individual to make a lasting and material difference in the lives of others,” says Trustee Gail Herman McGinn ‘73. In September 2010, the village named their new health care facility ‘The Dr. David B. Nichols Clinic’ in honor of the man who has so transformed the island and its people. Nichols also ran the White Stone Family Practice in White Stone, Va., and was named the 2006 Country Doctor of the Year. Nichols was featured on NPR and in dozens of newspapers nationally. He was named ABC Person of the Week in January 2007 and recognized by Virginia Director of Alumni Relations Jared Weeden ’91 and Trustee Gail Herman McGinn ’73 presented Dr. David Nichols ’70 with the Community Service Award. Governor Bob McDonnell for his efforts on Tangier. Nichols passed away on Dec. 30 after a battle with cancer. A loyal alumnus, Spitzer is one of three brothers who became doctors after graduating from Hobart. An ophthalmologist, Spitzer has traveled at his own expense to underdeveloped countries to teach fellow doctors how to perform laser surgery on eyes. Spitzer became a clinical professor of ophthalmology as well as the admission committee chair at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, N.Y. He also served as president of Eye Bank of Central New York, set up a children’s clinic in Cazenovia, N.Y., and continues to offer support to refugee families through Interfaith Works Agency. “We are fortunate to have Dr. Spitzer as a member of the Hobart and William Smith community. His life’s work continues to be an example of the impact that one person can have on our world,” said Gearan. ● Vice Board Chair, Maureen Collins Zupan ’72, P’09 and Colleges President Mark D. Gearan presented the Community Service Award to Dr. Kenneth H. Spitzer ’55. He is pictured with his wife, Lois.

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ASSOCIATIONS

Club Events

Connect with alums in your area by attending an HWS Club event! Visit www.hwsalumni.com for upcoming event information.

During the Head of the Charles Regatta in October, members of the Hobart and William Smith Club of Boston cheer on the Hobart and William Smith Collegiate and Alum Teams.

Members of the William Smith Chapter of Rochester pose in The Gate House, a restaurant owned by Kristen Flores-Fratto ’94, during their 28th annual holiday gathering. Alumni, alumnae, parents and friends of the Colleges gather in Pittsburgh prior to the Carnegie Mellon vs. Hobart football game.

Members of the Classes of 1981 Patrick Christie, Mary-Therese Whittaker Dickson, Tom Connor, Holly Adam and Trustee Pete Buck P’12 congregate in the home of Kathleen and Tom Connor for the HWS Club of Greenwich New Year’s Gathering.

Susanne Madeira Coffin ’79, P’05; Mary Haack P’09; Sarah Coffin ’05; and Harry Madeira P’76, P’78, P’79, GP’05 reconnect at the home of Grant and Trustee Suzanne Folds McCullagh P’11 in Maine.

During an HWS gathering at the home of Stephen and Susan Leous P’13, special guests Hobart Dean Eugen Baer P’95, P’97, HON ’07 and William Smith Dean Cerri Banks HON ’09 speak with HWS alums.

The HWS Club of Baltimore gathered for a New Year’s Celebration with special guest President Mark D. Gearan.

Young alums gather for a photo at the first Finger Lakes Young Alum Holiday Gathering held at Dana’s Time Out in Geneva.

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BOOKSHELF

A KILLER CAREER William Smith alum pens popular mystery series by Melissa Sue Sorrells Galley ’05

For Leslie Strauss Meier ’70, writing is murder. In her first short story, I Could Never Say No to Lloyd, an abusive husband is poisoned by rhubarb leaves. In Christmas Cookie Murder, a woman is found strangled in her apartment. And, in Meier’s most recent novel, Wicked Witch Murder, magician Malcolm Malebranche takes his final bow. Over the course of 16 full-length novels and two novellas, Meier’s perennial hero, amateur sleuth Lucy Stone, has solved murders big and small, from the local elementary school principal to a Mark Zuckerbergesque new media mogul, while raising four children and trying to balance her career and family. “There’s a murder at the heart of each of my novels, but there’s also always

a sub-plot that everyone can relate to,” says Meier. “Lucy is a family woman. She struggles with her kids, her husband, her unruly dog and her friendships. She has a real life that exists alongside her gumshoeing.” A life-long reader of mysteries, Meier knows what makes them work, but she actually stumbled into her writing career quite by accident. “I was taking courses toward teaching certification in English when a professor encouraged me to submit one of my short stories for publication,” she says. Meier sent the story, which would become I Could Never Say No to Lloyd, to Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine. It was accepted and eventually nominated for a prize by the Mystery Writers of America. That success led Meier to write more short stories and, eventually, her first full-length novel. During more than 20 years of writing about Lucy Stone, Meier has drawn as many of her plots from the headlines as she has from her own experiences covering local politics as a newspaper reporter. And Stone’s next case, English Tea Murder, due in stores this summer, is based on Meier’s own trip to England. Both women also live in a small New England town. “I’m fascinated by the contrast between the idyllic perception and

Leslie Strauss Meier ’70 reality of life in small-town New England,” she says. “My novels are, in part, an exploration of what happens when you introduce mayhem into a quaint tourist town.” While they seem to have a lot in common, it would be a mistake to believe that Meier and Stone are the same person. “Lucy and I actually have very little in common,” says Meier. “I would never go snooping into other people’s lives, and I have no desire for danger in my life. Lucy seems to thrive on that.” Stone’s desire for danger doesn’t seem likely to be quenched any time soon. Meier has two more Lucy Stone mysteries in the works, but she’s also in the early stages of stepping into suspense novels. “It’s exciting and scary,” says Meier. “I’ve been doing a lot of research and reading lots of suspense novels to prepare. If nothing else, it’s going to be fun!” ●

Nightstand: What are you reading? Christine de Denus

Lowell J. Levine, DDS ’59

Dr. Lara Frumpkin ’94

Associate Professor of Chemistry at Hobart and William Smith Colleges Teaches Forensic Science

Director of Operations of the New York State Police Medicolegal Investigations Unit

Senior Lecturer at University of East London Teaches Forensic Psychology

Currently I am reading The Killer of Little Shepherds by Douglas Starr. It is a true crime story about the serial killer Joseph Vacher. I also just recently read Port Mortuary by Patricia Cornwell and the Steig Larsson series.

I just finished The Honor of Spies by W.E.B. Griffin. The story takes place in Argentina during WWII, where I spent time helping the government identify the “disappeared” in the mid-80s. This and his other books are fast, crisp, authentic reading and, based upon my personal experiences, believable.

I just finished The Reader by Bernhard Schlink. I thought it was a wonderful book. I like that I initially was drawn to liking the character Hanna and only later did I discover her terrible actions. The book is part mystery, part history and all human relationships. It was the perfect combination to encourage me to think about judgments that I make about people.

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o one likes to think about death or estate plans, but we feel strongly that we want our funds to go to those organizations that can use them in a meaningful way. About 15-20 years ago, we started adding designations in our will for the

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Hobart and William Smith have been part of those estate plans for quite some time. Initially, it was an easy decision because two of our sons, Whitney ’99 and Freddy ’05, had a wonderful

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The past couple of years have shown us the true collegiality and spirit of HWS, and it’s only made us prouder to be members of the Wheeler Society. Through Lang’s service as a member of the Board of Trustees, we know that the Colleges’ funds are managed very well. We feel comfortable knowing that, after our deaths, our funds will be well-directed in support of a terrific organization. —Lyn and Trustee Langdon Cook P’99, P’05

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Betsy Schaub Rosenthal ’72, P’11

Molly Rosenthal ’11

What is the best thing about having a WS daughter? Visualizing myself at the same time in my life while embracing the changes at HWS and in my daughter

What’s your favorite spot in Comstock House? The dining hall downstairs where William Smith “ladies” ate family-style meals

Who was your favorite HWS professor? Western Civilization Professor Melvin Hill

What was your favorite HWS course? An Irish literature course taught by Professor Emeritus of English Dan O’Connell

What motivates you? Helping children learn to love to read

How would your friends describe you? Talkative, but also a good listener

What’s the biggest difference between you and your daughter? She’s more organized and focused than I am

What is your favorite on-campus study spot? The alcoves in the Blackwell Room

Why William Smith? On my first visit to the campus, everything about it felt immediately right

10. What’s your favorite midnight snack? A big bowl of chocolate chunk brownie ice cream

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What is the best thing about having a WS mother? Having a strong, independent woman to look up to

What’s your favorite spot in Comstock House? The window seats that look out at Odell’s

Who is your favorite HWS professor? Professor of Public Policy and Political Science Craig Rimmerman

What has been your favorite HWS course so far? Civil Rights Education with Assistant Professor of Education Khuram Hussain

What motivates you? Making a positive impact on those around me

How would your friends describe you? Outgoing and hardworking

What’s the biggest difference between you and your mother? I have a more sarcastic sense of humor

What is your favorite on-campus study spot? The Blackwell Room

Why William Smith? The close-knit environment and the great faculty

10. What’s your favorite midnight snack? Chocolate fudge brownie ice cream

PARALLELS PARALLELS

After more than 35 years of teaching, Betsy retired three years ago but continues to promote literacy in elementary schools. She majored in English at William Smith. Her daughter, Molly, came to William Smith intending to study English but fell in love with public policy. Both from West Hartford, Conn., they also lived in the same residence hall—Comstock. Betsy’s husband – and Molly’s father–Todd Rosenthal ’71 attended Hobart.

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