TELCOM AUDIO PRODUCTION AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN AUDIO PRODUCTION (COMMENCEMENT AWARD

FOUR NEW COVID-19 CASES IN CAYUGA CO.

The Cayuga County Health Department announced Friday four new positive coronavirus test results along with the news about the potential for recent exposure at a local store.

The new cases are a woman in her 50s who lives in the city, a woman in her 50s who lives outside the city, a man in his 50s who lives outside the city and a man in his 20s who lives outside the city.

The health department said one of the new cases is an employee at the Lowe’s home improvement store at 299 Grant Ave. in Auburn. The department said it is working with the company to notify the store’s employees, and it is asking the public to monitor themselves for symptoms of the coronavirus if they shopped at the store from 11:45 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sunday, May 3.

Cayuga County has received 58 positive COVID-19 test results. One county resident has died. —local news published reports

STUDENT SUES S.U. SEEKS TUITION REFUND

Syracuse University student Jonathan Yin has sued the school and is seeking a refund for the spring semester due to the cancellation of in-person classes because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The class-action lawsuit, filed by Philip Fraietta of Bursor & Fisher in the Northern District Court of New York, argues that Yin and other Syracuse students did not receive “educational services, facilities, access and/ or opportunities contracted and paid for.”

The lawsuit argues that Yin and other students deserve a pro-rated refund or at least a partial refund on tuition and fees.

It argues that “the online learning options being offered to Syracuse students are subpar in practically every aspect, from the lack of facilities, materials, and access to faculty” and that “students have been deprived of the opportunity for collaborative learning and in-person dialogue, feedback, and critique.”

Syracuse declined to comment on the specific claims of the lawsuit, citing school policy not to comment on litigation. —local news published reports

WELLS COLLEGE IN JEOPARDY OF CLOSING

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought Wells College’s financial issues to the point where its fall semester may be in jeopardy.

College President Jonathan Gibralter this week sent a letter to the college community warning that if students cannot return to campus this fall, the historic college in Aurora would have to shut down.

Every academic institution in the state, under orders from Gov. Andrew Cuomo, is continuing distance learning for the rest of the academic year but decisions about fall classes have not been made.

“If New York State continues its mandate that our campus remain closed through all or part of the fall semester, Wells simply will not receive enough revenue to continue operations,” Gibralter said in the letter. “A substantial amount of the College’s operating budget comes from room and board revenue, so without enough students participating in our residential life, the College cannot afford to reopen.” —local news published reports

CUOMO: NO ONE IN NEW YORK CAN BE EVICTED FOR NOT PAYING RENT UNTIL AUGUST 20

“New York State will extend the moratorium on evictions for those facing COVID-related hardship for an additional 60 days — until August 20,” Governor Cuomo tweeted.

Cuomo also said officials will ban any late-payment fees and allow renters to use their security deposits as payment. —local news published reports

1. MARK CASTIGLIONE COMMENCEMENT AWARD

For outstanding and sustained contributions to the Telcom Dept. and to the college Jenna Fields Trent Wilkinson

2. TELCOM FACULTY AWARD FOR SERVICE TO THE TELCOM DEPT (COMMENCEMENT AWARD)

Established in 1994 by Telecommunications Professor Steven Keeler. This award is presented to graduates of the telecommunications degree programs who distinguish themselves by service to the department, excellence in production skills and/or exhibiting a willingness to serve as peer mentors. The recipients are selected by the telecommunications faculty and staff. Abbey Karlik Dustin Garrett Zach Neupert Brandon Nixon

3.RADIO ADVISORS AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COLLEGE RADIO STATION – WDWN

This award was established by Telecommunications faculty serving as advisors to the Cayuga Community College radio station – WDWN. This award is presented to graduates of the telecommunications degree programs who distinguish themselves by service to the college radio station – WDWN. The recipients are selected by the telecommunications faculty and staff. Can be given as a commencement award or year-end award Kevin Cooper Cathy Brill

4. TELCOM AUDIO PRODUCTION AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN AUDIO PRODUCTION (COMMENCEMENT AWARD)

Established by Telcom faculty members Steve Keeler and Mike Cortese to honor the efforts of Telcom students in audio production Alex Henderson

5. NELIA HUNTER BIDEN JOURNALISM AWARD

Jenna Fields

2019-20 WDWN RADIO AWARDS GOLDEN VOICE

Colin Manning Trent Wilkinson

PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

Josh Hart Josh Hart

COMMUNICATOR AWARDS FOR SERVICE TO THE TELCOM DEPT

Emily Kerr

Trent Wilkinson

AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN AUDIO PRODUCTION

Josh Hart Marcus Oliver Courtney Brown Ian Park Kevin Cooper

AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SONG WRITING

Kai Stenson

TV PRODUCTION AWARDS BEST VIDEO – VIDEO PRODUCTION OF THE YEAR

WINNER– The Media Production Oner: Brandon Nixon, Nathan McKay, Zach Neupert NOMINEES – The Quarantine Vlogs – Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillo The Night the Rock Blew Up – Abbey Karlik, Jenna Fields Video Killed the Radio Star – Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillio, Kevin Cooper

BEST MUSIC VIDEO

WINNER – Video Killed the Radio Star – Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillio, Kevin Cooper NOMINEES – Adventurers Wanted – Emily Kerr, Zach Neupert, Dustin Garrett Princess Paradox – Brandon Nixon, Aidan Crandall, Marcus Oliver On Your Side – Jenna Fields, Courtney Brown, Alex Henderson Nathan McKay

BEST NARRATIVE VIDEO

WINNER – The Quarantine Vlogs - Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillo

BEST DOCUMENTARY

WINNER –The Night the Rock Blew Up – Abbey Karlik, Jenna Fields NOMINEE – Granny – Brandon Nixon, Nathan McKay

BEST PANDEMIC VIDEO

WINNER – COVID -19 – Jenna Fields, Courtney Brown, Alex Henderson

BEST COMEDY

WINNER –A Day in the Life of Dr. Claw– Dustin Garrett NOMINEE – Video Killed the Radio Star – Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillio, Kevin Cooper

BEST CONCEPTUAL VIDEO

WINNER –Princess Paradox – Brandon Nixon, Aidan Crandall, Marcus Oliver Kai Stenson

BEST VIDEO SHOT AND EDITED ON A PHONE

WINNER – Auburn – Dave Wilson

BEST DIRECTOR

Brandon Nixon

BEST SCREENWRITERS

Dustin Garrett, McKenna DiCamillo

BEST EDITOR

Abbey Karlik

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

Zach Neupert

BEST ACTING

McKenna DiCamillo David Wilson

BEST ORIGINAL SONG IN A VIDEO PRODUCTION

WINNER – Nick Panachyda McKenna DiCamillo

BEST PROMOTIONAL VIDEO

WINNERS – SOMA - Jimmy McKeen, Mike Lynch, Ian Park Lights, Camera, Theater – Kevin Cooper, Alex Henderson, Courtney Brown NOMINEES – Art for the People – Dave White, Dave Wilson, Jared Fritz

BEST TELCOM PROMOTIONAL VIDEO

WINNERS – Audio Production Promo – Jenna Fields, Abbey Karlik, McKenna DiCamillo NOMINEES – Inside WDWN - Josh Hart, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Ronnie Harvey

BEST COSTUMES AND MAKEUP

WINNER – Princess Paradox – Brandon Nixon, Aidan Crandall, Marcus Oliver

BEST PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

WINNER – An Awkward Silence – Josh Hart

BEST COMMERCIAL

WINNER – Cato Pizzeria – Aidan Crandall Emily Kerr

JENNA FIELDS EARNS JOURNALISM AWARD

Congratulations to The Cayuga Collegian’s associate editor Jenna Fields upon earning the Neila Hunter Biden Journalism Award. One of Cayuga Community College’s highest honors, Fields’ dedication to The Cayuga Collegian, the new media YouTube show: CAYUGA BYTES, and the Telcom Department in general made her an outstanding student and a clear front-runner for the honor.

In addition to receiving the prestigious Biden Award, Fields also received along with Trent Wilkinson the coveted Mark Castiglione Commencement Award for outstanding and sustained contribution to the Telcom Department and the College. Fields, a member of the college’s golf team, is often in the forefront in planning and organizing Telcom events including plans for the firstever Telcom Department Tele-thon to raise money for the college’s food pantry, Cayuga Cupboard. Fields says she plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree at Buffalo University. Jenna Fields

THE NEILIA BIDEN JOURNALISM AWARD

December 18, 1972 was a tragic day for former Vice President Joseph Biden. It was the day he lost his young wife, Neilia, and 18-month-old daughter, Naomi, in a fatal car crash on their way home from picking out the family’s Christmas tree. Biden’s sons, Beau and Hunter, both just toddlers, were critically injured. The crash happened when the family’s car was broad-sided by a tractor trailer near their home in Delaware.

To honor Neilia’s memory, a scholarship fund was started in the late 70’s to be awarded to Cayuga Community College graduating students who will be continuing their education in pursuit of a career in Journalism.

Why at CCC? Biden met his wife, a native of Skaneateles, while they were both studying at the University of Delaware. Neilia’s parents were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hunter of Auburn. The couple previously owned the famous diner in downtown Auburn, Hunter’s Diner. 2020 Jenna Fields 2019 Nychele Crouch 2018 Ed Vivenzio 2017 Juliette Zygarowicz 2016 Caleb Slater 2015 Kelsey McLean 2014 Brittany Glassey 2013 Abigail Young 2012 Jamie Blumrick 2011 James P. Collins 2010 Natasha M. Lathrop 2008 Jessica A. Miles 2007 Christopher Peltz 2006 Joshua R. Cradduck 2004 Veronica Beverly 2002 Kimberly A. Adam 2001 Natalie Zajicova

NEILIA HUNTER BIDEN AWARD RECIPIENTS:

2000 Mary R. Lovell 1999 Kiley A. Damick 1998 Catherine E. Maksymiw 1997 Rebecca L. Breeze 1995 Heather R. Otis 1994 Gerald E. Withers 1993 Christopher P. DeChick 1992 Sandra H. Kostrzewa 1991 Mary L. Woodman 1990 Thomas J. Fedor 1989 Susan D. Hearns 1988 Timan H. Nekritz 1987 Barbara Ann Homick 1985 Nagulinie Singanayagam 1984 Peter W. Lonsky 1983 Kristopher L. Russell

TUTOR AWARDS TUTOR OF THE YEAR

· Auburn: Cassie DiSanto · Fulton: Melissa Valentine

MATH TABLE TUTOR AWARD

· Auburn: Ashley Reilly · Fulton: Nick Merlino

WRITING TABLE TUTOR AWARD

· Auburn: Sierra Clark · Fulton: Shanna McCarthy

SCIENCE TABLE TUTOR AWARD

· Auburn: Lauren Major

BUSINESS LAB TUTOR AWARD

· Auburn: Brittany Kulus

STUDY GROUP LEADER AWARD

· Auburn: Lauren Major – PHYSICS · Fulton: David Halstead & Erica Brandt - OTA

EMMA TAVENER EARNS COLLEGIAN ‘MERRITT’ AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP

Cayuga Collegian editor-in-chief, Emma Tavener, is the recipient of the 2020 Collegian ‘Merritt’ Award for Outstanding Leadership.

Taking the helm of the studentrun newspaper at the beginning of the spring semester, Tavener says she didn’t know what to expect leading a newspaper but is now grateful for the opportunity which introduced her to a variety of writing styles and media skills.

“Emma showed up to do the job day one and never stopped,” said Merritt. “It was a difficult semester, but Emma was a great dedicated leader and overcame the challenges.”

The 2006 staff of The Cayuga Collegian, led by then editor-in-chief Mat Kratts, honored their long-time advisor, Assistant Professor Mary G. Merritt, by establishing The “Merritt” Award: an honor bestowed each year on outstanding Collegian staff members chosen by the award’s namesake. Emma Tavener