Siena News, Spring 2022

SIENA 

A MAGAZINE FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS • SPRING 2022

INSIDE:

- MEET THE SAINT BALOO - COMING SOON: PATRICIA GIOIA HALL - WALKING PEYTON’S PATH

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READ ALL ABOUT IT!

For the past ten years, two issues of the alumni magazine have been published yearly. Starting now, Siena News will transition to quarterly installments, beginning with this all-new spring edition.

Keep an eye on your mailbox every season for a new issue of Siena News magazine!

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

8 THE SAINT BALOO

Thomas J. Baldwin, Jr. ’81,Chair Thomas L. Amell ’89 Ronald E. Bjorklund ’85 Thomas J. Burke, JR. Susan Law Dake H’21 Virginia Darrow ’83 John Finneran, Jr. ’81 Howard S. Foote ’74 Fr. James G. Gannon, O.F.M. Christopher P. Gibson ’86, Ph.D. Paul L. Gioia, ESQ. Jason Gottlieb ’92 John R. Held ’80, ESQ. Steven L. Lamy ’73, Ph.D. Br. Walter J, M. Liss, O.F.M. Fr. Erick Lopez, O.F.M.

Jan Traynor MacDonnell ’83 Joanne E. Maloy ’80 Mallory Massry ’07 Tehresa M. Massena ’14 Burgandy-Leigh McCurty ’10 William P. McGoldrick, ’68 John A. McMahon ’71 Lisa J. Moser ’97 Rev. Kevin J. Mullen ’75, O.F.M., Ph.D. Patricia A. Nashelsky ’89, ESQ. John J. Nigro H’13 Nipa Nobel Kenneth M. Raymond, Jr. Lewis Steverson ’87, ESQ. Br. Basil J. Valente ’84, O.F.M.

SIENA NEWS – SPRING 2022

18 THE ALBANY CUP IS BACK!

Published by: Siena College 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY 12211-1462 communications@siena.edu • Publisher: Jason Rich ’98 • Editor: Julia Hess Zielinski ’15 • Contributing Editors: Alumni Relations, Taylor Ball, Brad Bodmer ’82, Mike Demos, Joe Frumusa ’12, Dr. Chris Gibson ’86, Beth Hazelton ’16, Kaitlyn MacLeod ’09, Clare McCrudden ’21, Joe Mixie, Brandon Murphy ’17, Colin O’Reilly ’12, Kelly O’Donnell, Jason Rich ’98, Mike Utzig ’07, Mary Kate Weaver ’16 and Lisa Witkowski.

• Art Director and Design: Sergio Sericolo, M.F.A. • Assistant Director of Development Marketing and Alumni Relations Design: Taylor Ball • Photography: Andy Murphy ’17, Siena Athletics, Siena College Alumni, Joe Frumusa ’12, Sergio Sericolo.

• Video Production: Dave Etzler

25 WALKING THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS PEYTON’S PATH –

36 TUNED IN TO OUR SAINTS 3

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FROM THE PRESIDENT Greetings from Siena!

We hope this edition of Siena News finds you and your family healthy and flourishing. We are excited to share that we are now publishing this alumni magazine quarterly for several reasons. First, Siena is a college on the rise, with plenty of good news to share and an impressive story to tell, which we can now tell twice as often. Second, our growth is a harbinger of an important milestone in our College’s evolution: a bold five-year strategic plan that will elevate our national exposure. This new plan will include greater community outreach and enhanced alumni communications. Simply put, many of you have requested Siena News be more frequently published, and we are happy to say, “Yes!” Our new strategic plan, which will be released in June, has been inspired by recent success and informed by contributions from every level of every department on campus. We have also listened closely to key stakeholders like yourselves to help us build a plan that will position Siena to thrive over the coming half-decade. It’s an exciting time for the College, and I look forward to sharing in the near future the details of our new framework for moving successfully into a vibrant and auspicious future.

As we look toward that future, it is with tremendous gratitude and pride that we accepted in December the largest gift in the College’s history: $35 million from Das ’06 and Nipa Nobel to fund the expansion of our science complex. We’re on strong financial footing, and this academic year we enrolled the largest freshman class in our history – for the third year running. We are adding sought-after new programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level. And of special importance given our Franciscan mission, we have wholeheartedly committed ourselves to strengthening the bonds of racial justice both on our campus and in the wider world.

The list of positives continues: College Consensus has ranked us among the top 10 Catholic colleges and universities in the country, along with Notre Dame,

Georgetown and Boston College. We are the #1 College in New York for job placement three years running, and the latest College Scorecard report from the U.S. Department of Education positions Siena in the top 15 percent of colleges in New York for average income of its graduates. Our NCAA Division I athletic teams continue to excel. Our women student-athletes, led by strong finishes by the soccer, tennis and lacrosse teams, won the 2021 MAAC Commissioner’s Cup, and our men’s rugby team, in its first year as a varsity sport, won a national championship! Also of note, Siena was recently recognized as among the top 50 most beautiful campuses in the U.S. It’s clear to see that Siena College is the place to be!

As we now observe the two-year mark of the global pandemic, Siena can look back on the past months with a sense of pride. We leaned into the trials and delivered a flourishing student experience inside and outside the classroom with virtually no COVID restrictions. We have accomplished this with an extremely low number of breakthrough cases, significantly helped by the arrival of safe and effective vaccines. Through the pandemic, we also acquired new, forward-thinking modes of pedagogy, service and communication that will serve us well into the future.

No mention of mission would be complete without gratefully acknowledging our Siena friars. Their wisdom, support and guidance made a tremendous difference in smoothing our challenging path during the pandemic months for our entire community. We remain fully committed to supporting their special role in delivering the Siena experience, filled with unforgettable moments and life-changing opportunities that develop leaders who will build a more just, peaceful and humane world.

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Christopher P. Gibson ‘86

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WHAT DO WE MEAN BY “SAINTS DON’T SIT ON THE SIDELINES”?

It means a Siena education isn’t just something you get, it’s something you get to do. That’s why Saints are always in the game. They study abroad, intern at top companies, volunteer on service trips, solve problems using cutting-edge equipment — often while making a positive impact in the community. This is what it means to live like a Saint.

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HANG OUT AND TAKE A BREAK

Shiv Surijpaul ‘25 spotted the pool table at Domenica’s in the Sarazen Student Union during Orientation. One game led to another, which led to an informal billiards club.

Shiv doesn’t have a pool table at home, but his older brother does. He’ll play when he visits, and during family parties, there’s always competition at the billiards table. The table is a place to hang out, socialize, and kill time. As a commuter student, Shiv was looking for a place to hang out, socialize, and kill time.

He met a couple new friends at the table, and they invited a couple more. A few games evolved into a weekly tradition.

“There’s people who always come and go, and you can hang out with whoever is here and get to know them. As a commuter, I don’t venture out to meet people, so this kind of helped to give a social setting to initiate interaction,” said Liam Hotaling ‘25.

AROUND TOWN LONNSTROM DINING TURNS UP THE HEAT

The omelet station is gone. Don’t panic! It’s been replaced by an all new one, among other Lonnstrom Dining Hall upgrades.

Perhaps visitors to Siena’s dining hall have never noticed the hot plates, but they play an important role in maintaining the quality, and the heat, of the food. They’re now gone, replaced by more efficient hot wells.

During winter break, Lonnstrom Dining Hall benefited from phase one of a renovation – not all of the upgrades will be immediately noticeable, but the proof is on the plate.

In addition to the new omelet station, an all-day continental breakfast bar was added. The deli counter has also been upgraded with expanded options and new specials, a new and expanded salad bar was installed, plus a new grill station designed to keep food hotter, longer.

Behind the scenes, there will be new ovens in the kitchen to assist with more even cooking.

“The students will benefit from these changes, which makes my heart sing!” said Amanda Greco, general manager of Lonnstrom Dining Hall. Bon Apptit!

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PREPARE FOR TAKEOFF

Siena’s Engineering Design course begins over the summer when Kamyar Pashayi, Ph.D., adjunct lecturer, asks the students to consider a problem. Next, they have to imagine a solution. After that – they build it.

This year, his students considered problems in the supply chain, and determined drone delivery (warehouse to consumer) would expedite the process. They broke into three teams – design, structure, electronics – and set out to develop a prototype drone from scratch.

For every breakthrough there would be a setback (for example, the 3D printed leg worked until it was stepped on), but that’s part of the education. The students are taught to critically think through problems and deviate from their original plans to develop solutions. It’s all about problem solving and in this case, when it works, the drone flies.

“It’s a beautiful moment to see it fly, because I feel like all the hard work, the trial and error, the different components failing... it’s a true sense of fulfillment to watch the students succeed,” said Pashayi.

RETURNED TO THEIR RIGHTFUL HOME Siena acquired textiles through the NYS Education Department to aid a museum that was closing its doors. Based on style and materials, the textiles may have been looted from Peru before the protection laws of 1970. Removal of items from ancient burial sites from that country was often done illegally and sold to collectors or on the black market. International laws have since gone into effect to reduce and prosecute these practices.

How did these textiles come to be at Siena? After the Fine Art Museum of Long Island closed, the collection arrived on campus.

Sara Boivin, M.F.A., fine arts curator at Siena, took over when she came to campus in 2015.

She enlisted the aid of faculty members, including Lisette Balabarca-Fataccioli, Ph.D. associate professor of Spanish, who reached out to her native Peru to make connections with museum, cultural and government officials to proactively start the process for returning the textiles.

Siena students from various classes and majors have viewed the textiles since they have been on campus, and Spanish classes were brought to the library’s Digital Scholarship Center to get a last look at them before they are packed for their return.

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THE SAINT BALOO Baloo is well on his way to Siena and social media fame.

The College’s all-new mascot is making friends nearly as fast as he’s gaining followers.

Baloo, the two-year-old Saint Bernard and the College’s first four-legged mascot, was introduced to the campus community on December 14. One month later, he was introduced to the world.

Baloo came to campus for a photoshoot, and later that day, made his debut on the College’s Instagram page. In less than 24 hours, Baloo had more than 1,000 followers at his official Instagram page, @thesaintbaloo.

A few days later, Baloo was back on campus being fitted for his Siena basketball jersey, and though the uniform was still being stitched, Baloo made his MVP Arena debut on January 28 for the men’s home game against Niagara.

To see where Baloo will be next, follow @thesaintbaloo on Instagram.

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WHEN THE STARS ALIGN Siena College and its Breyo Observatory have signed an agreement with The Dudley Observatory to enter into a long-term partnership to build and enhance astronomy education and public outreach activities.

Siena will make available its astronomy facilities, equipment, faculty and students to support Dudley’s outreach and education goals. Those facilities include the Breyo Observatory — built in 2018 thanks to a lead gift from John Breyo ‘68 H ‘02 and his wife Marilyn — which features the Capital Region’s largest telescope. Its viewing platform atop Roger Bacon Hall also has permanent mounts for five smaller telescopes, including a 14-inch telescope contributed by Dudley.

Representatives from Siena and Dudley held a joint signing ceremony on December 3 in Roger Bacon Hall.

The Dudley Observatory is a nationally-recognized, 160-year-old, nonprofit institution dedicated to astronomy education, outreach, and science history. In partnership with Siena it will develop and deliver astronomy education programs for area K-12 students, adults and teachers through star parties, public lectures, observatory programs, summer camps, teacher workshops and other special events.

“This partnership is a tremendous force multiplier in programming both for Siena and Dudley,” said President

Gibson. “It will enable us to inaugurate a new chapter in science education as we collaborate to deliver top-quality astronomy programs for youth and adults throughout the Capital Region.”

Physics and astronomy students Kristina Gatto ’24, Josephine Swann ’25 and Noah Franz ’23 were on hand for the signing ceremony.

“What really confirmed my interest in astronomy and pushed me to pursue it was the first time I went to an observatory as a sophomore in high school,” said Gatto.

“I always had an interest in astronomy but after visiting an actual observatory and seeing the telescope and astronomers in action, I knew it was something I had to be a part of. I know this partnership will absolutely benefit not only students at Siena but also the local community by providing opportunities to explore the field of astronomy and inspiring that interest in children and teens alike.”

DID YOU KNOW?

As of fall 2021, Siena offers an astrophysics major featuring coursework in astronomy, physics, mathematics, computer science and data science.

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THE SCIENCE OF BASKETBALL Why would you ever bring your data science homework to a Siena basketball game? Because the basketball game is the homework.

Twenty years ago, Oakland A’s executive Billy Beane began making player personnel decisions based on advanced analytics and otherwise neglected statistics.

He used math and predictive modeling to overthrow a century’s worth of conventional wisdom. And, as detailed in the book Moneyball (and movie of the same name), it worked. In the two decades since, professional teams have begun to incorporate data science into their sport.

On Siena’s campus, two professors are now incorporating sports into the data science.

Matt Bellis, Ph.D., associate professor of physics, and Eric Breimer, Ph.D., associate professor of computer science, both taught sections of Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualization last semester. Sports analytics has grown into a major field within data science. And so Bellis and Breimer reached out to Vice President and Director of Athletics John D’Argenio and created a semester-long experience where students learn about real data collection and analysis in a real-world setting. The students attended Siena basketball games and cheered for the first half before getting to work in the second half.

“I chose to record turnovers to see if that correlated to the

winner/loser of the game (more turnovers, more likely to lose).

At the game, I used a notebook and recorded the data by hand.

I feel being present at the game allowed me to retain my focus better and conduct better data collection. I hope, in some way or another, the women’s basketball team could use this data to help elevate their level of play and lead to greater success in seasons to come.” - Margaret Frechette ‘24 The students all uploaded their data into a common spreadsheet, and made use of it for their final project. Some students, as a result of this class, are now considering a career in sports analytics.

“As we blended together data science and sports, I came to realize that data is extremely useful in solving problems, visualizing something in a unique way, and is usually humanfocused.”

- Christian Kolker ‘24

DID YOU KNOW?

Siena has added programs like data science as a major and data and analytics as a graduate certificate program in recent years to meet workforce demand. As organizations increasingly rely on data to drive strategic business decisions, the market demand for individuals possessing advanced education in the field is at an all-time high.

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THE SIENA CAMPUS: A REFUGE As the U.S. Armed Forces neared the end of troop withdrawal from Afghanistan last August, Hameed Danesh pleaded with the Marines to provide safe passage out of his embattled country for himself and his family.

Danesh was a marked man. He had loyally served the U.S. military for several years as an interpreter, and as the last troops prepared to leave the country and the Taliban geared up to take over the government, anyone who had worked with the Americans was considered an infidel.

A harrowing escape that began on the blazing tarmac at Kabul International Airport ended in safety on the Siena campus the evening of the February 3 ice storm. Danesh, his wife Masouda, and their 18-month-old son Abubaker (“Abu”) are now getting settled on campus as the first guests of the Every Campus a Refuge (ECAR) program.

Vera Eccarius-Kelly, Ph.D., professor of comparative politics, was instrumental in getting Siena signed on with ECAR and bringing the Danesh family to campus. ECAR was developed by Guilford College in North Carolina, and is based on Pope Francis’ call to welcome and host refugee families.

Siena is the first college in the Capital Region to implement that call.

Eccarius-Kelly said the goal of the program is to safely welcome refugee families and provide them with the necessary support to begin an independent life in the United States as soon as they are able. The Daneshes will be living in a free-standing apartment on campus for the next few months.

“Our mission as a Franciscan college is to stand side by side with those in need of support and solidarity,” said Eccarius-Kelly. “This is how we do it. This is how to be a Saint.”

She was assisted by Kiley Lenahan ’23, who worked with her independently last fall to assess the feasibility of hosting a refugee family on campus.

This semester, students in Eccarius-Kelly’s Refugee and Migration Studies class are also aiding the family in their transition process by finding them work, offering help on resume writing and job interviewing, delivering halal food and introducing them to life in upstate New York.

Hameed, 29, has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a work permit for the U.S. He speaks fluent English and Pashto in addition to his native Dari, as well as some Arabic and Urdu.

His wife, 24, was formerly a teacher, and will soon start English lessons. Their little son is on medication for ear infections, a condition that could not be treated properly during the family’s exodus over the past five months. His parents hope to find a local playgroup for him.

Danesh will give back to the Siena community during his residency on campus. He plans to speak to various classes about his family’s experience and his work with the U.S. military.

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SAINTS AROUND THE WORLD Fortunately, Kylie Hilborne ’25 never had to explain herself to the Italian authorities. In fact, her trespassing turned out to be no more than a memorable story. It’s the night her B&B (bed and breakfast) stay in Pisa began as an unlawful B&E (breaking and entering).

When Kylie finished finals in the fall, she left Siena for... Siena, Italy. The freshman biology major took a three-credit course in Italian immigration and emigration through Siena International Studies, as well as a one-credit Italian language course in Siena, Italy. The J-term (January term) is, as Kylie describes it, a chance to dip your toes in international waters before making the full commitment to spending months in a foreign country.

During her stay, Kylie and her six classmates had made previous arrangements to spend the night at a B&B in Pisa. They followed the owner’s instructions when they arrived and let themselves in. Until... there was a knock the door. Turns out, they had booked a stay at the house next door, and had inadvertently made themselves at home in the wrong house.

“Even with the language barrier, I’m grateful to the homeowner for being so understanding! We laughed it off, moved our stuff, and continued to have an amazing night playing music, eating pasta, and laughing in a bed and breakfast in Pisa. By that night, I had only known the girls I was with for a little over a week and this moment brought us so close together. It was a night I will treasure and remember forever.”

Brendan McDonnell ’23 has already taken the lion’s share of the history and pre-law courses needed to satisfy both his major and certificate. So this semester, he’s focused on core courses, including his art requirement. He’s particularly excited about Art of the Western World. The course will focus on European art – which he’ll examine first hand from the best museums in the “Heart of Europe.”

Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic. It’s orientation in the center of the continent has earned this city its moniker as the Heart of Europe.

“Some people don’t want to venture beyond their comfort zone.

When I told friends I’d be spending a semester in Prague, they said, ‘Why?’ But I love European history, and Prague is a historical city. You’re stepping into a city built centuries ago, and I get to explore it as part of my education.”

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TYANNA XAVIER ’25 is happiest walking the runway,

but she’s no longer afraid to walk anywhere.

Tyanna stands 5’3”, but only when she’s wearing four-inch heels. In reality, the communications major from Connecticut isn’t quite five-feet tall. In most pursuits, her height wouldn’t make a difference, but Tyanna has always been drawn to fashion and the glamour of the runway. The problem? Most agencies are looking for models nearly a full foot taller than Tyanna.

In high school, Tyanna and a close friend started staging their own photoshoots. It was only for fun, but it was so much fun Tyanna began exploring the world of fashion. Last fall, Tyanna drove to New York City to audition for Fashion Week. She didn’t earn a spot in the show, but she’ll try again this year. No matter the odds stacked against her, she’ll keep fighting, both figuratively and literally.

The first time Tyanna tried Muay Thai, she was hooked.

Most of the kickboxers at the gym were men, more than twice her size and more than twice her age. The first time she sparred, she was kicked so hard she literally left her feet. The next time, she was so quick, she barely got touched, and managed to get in quite a few shots herself.

So, as soon as she got onto campus last fall, the freshman started taking risks. She signed up for the karate club, and she’s now the secretary. She co-hosted Fall Fusion.

She performed in a golf cart karaoke video celebrating Fr. Dennis Tamburello, OFM. At 4’11”, she’s standing above the crowd.

“Whether it’s studying martial arts or walking alone on a runway, I feel like each of these experiences builds my confidence. I’m a better person for every scary risk I’ve taken.”

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Money-related issues are the number one contributor to divorce. AMIR TAYLOR ’22 (below) saw the problem up close, and he’s now making a career out of solving it.

Recently, Amir took a meeting with a couple who had been struggling financially with their family owned business. Amir knows his advice made a huge impact on the family. It’s the kind of advice his mom and dad never heard, not while they were together.

Amir is Northwestern Mutual’s top ranked financial advisor intern in the Eastern Region. That’s number one out of nearly 1,000. Performance is based on a points system that tallies interaction and impact. Amir racks up points so quickly because he cares – not so much about the points, but what the points represent.

Amir’s parents separated about 10 years ago. He knew that concerns over money drove them apart.

At the time, he just didn’t know how or why, or what could be done about it. In part, that’s what drove Amir to a career in finance, with a self-designed major in critical race and ethnic studies.

“My own story of going through struggles is what empowers me to impact others. In the Black community, there is sometimes a lack of financial literacy. What is generational wealth? How do we use credit cards? Often people don’t know where to turn for those answers. I now have a chance to be that resource. I can give them direction, at no cost. It’s my purpose to make a positive impact in their lives.”

LIAM EVANS ’22 (above) is grateful for courses like

Abnormal Psychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling Theory, among others. The psychology major has taken the information and strategies he’s learned in the classroom directly into a different, and in some ways, even more important classroom.

Liam is interning in the kindergarten through second grade special education program at Stevens Elementary School in the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake School District.

“I have a passion for working with students with disabilities who need an individualized education. It takes a lot of patience and a different skill set than what’s required of a general education teacher. This is what I was meant to do.”

The school principal has taken notice, and they often talk about it over family dinners.

Dr. Richard Evan is the principal at Stevens, which makes him Liam’s supervisor’s boss. He’s also Liam’s dad. In fact, both of Liam’s parents are educators. It’s no wonder Liam was drawn to the classroom, but now working in his dad’s school has given him a fresh perspective of both the vocation and his dad.

“I think he’s great at what he does, and just seeing the way he interacts with his staff and the students, it’s really inspiring.”

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Das Nobel ‘06

Krysta Dennis, Ph.D., producer of creative arts

SAINTS IN THE NEWS The plume of green and gold smoke over the Sarazen Student Union could have been seen for miles. As it dissipated, news of the largest donor gift in Siena’s history reverberated across the country.

The announcement from Das ’06 and Siena Trustee Nipa Nobel of their $35 million gift to the College caught the attention of Yahoo! Finance, Forbes, MarketWatch, The Street and dozens of other media outlets, many of which featured this quote from Das Nobel: “The foundation from Siena College enabled us to give back to my alma mater in a way that will impact the next generation of leaders. I am proud to be a Siena alumnus and hope this contribution will inspire future students to dream big.”

Todd Snyder, Ph.D., associate professor of English, watched Mike Tyson fights with his dad as a kid, but he watched Tyson “through the lens of his relationship with Tupac, who was my hero.” In his new book, Beatboxing: How Hip Hop Changed the Fight Game, Snyder explores the intersection of his two passions, boxing and hip hop. The Undefeated, an ESPN-owned website, sat down with the Siena professor and author for a Q&A. “We have a lot of current boxing stuff showing up in hiphop lyrics. Hip-hop also does this cool thing where it does harken back to boxing history a great deal,” said Snyder.

“Hip-hop romanticizes boxing in a way that’s fascinating.”

Thomas Giarla, Ph.D., associate professor of biology

Krysta Dennis, Ph.D., producer of creative arts and certified sommelier, says the Siena College Beverage Institute grows students’ “appreciation of life’s finer things, like a good glass of wine.” The Albany Times Union profiled the Institute, founded last spring by a group of Siena professors and staff members. It started as simple Zoom meetings to have a drink together, and morphed into an exploration of new spirits and conversation about various work and research projects each was undertaking.

Dennis teamed with Daniel Moriarty ’93, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry, to create the foundation of the program and figure out how to make it work with student participation. As part of the Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity, the idea is that students not only come together to form a community around local beverages, but also attach research projects to the local beverage production community to gain experiential education.

Discovering a new species would be a thrill for any scientist. Imagine discovering 14 as part of just one study.

An international team of researchers, including Thomas Giarla, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, recently discovered 14 new species of shrews, the largest number of new mammals described in any scientific paper since 1931.

The team spent 10 years taking inventory of shrews living on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi. Their findings are detailed in the recently published paper, “Fourteen New, Endemic Species of Shrew (Genus Crocidura) from Sulawesi Reveal a Spectacular Island Radiation” in a new issue of the Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History. Their results have been picked up by The New Scientist, ABC News, Science Daily, Los Angeles Times, Miami Herald and the Associated Press.

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CURCA SCHOLARS SHINE “Insect Chemical Defenses” Student: Sarah Dauphin ’22 Faculty: Stephen Deyrup, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry

You wouldn’t eat a beetle, right? But many birds and other predators would. So, Sarah, along with other researchers in the Deyrup lab, explored why one particular beetle was not being eaten by predators. Turns out, the emerald ash borer beetle – native to north-eastern Asia, but an invasive ecological pest in North America – is protected by a defensive chemical. That’s too bad for ash trees throughout the U.S. and Canada.

“This experience has broadened my understanding of sample preparation and data analysis. Presenting this work at a virtual conference this summer has allowed me to realize the reach one’s research can have on the scientific community, thus fostering my plan to pursue a graduate degree in my future.”

“Video Production for the Siena College Beverage Institute” Student: Michael Anderton ’22 Faculty: Krysta Dennis, Ph.D., producer of creative arts The Siena College Beverage Institute, established last spring, allows for students to engage in specific research projects within the local beverage production community.

Michael was able to sharpen his video and editing skills by producing promotional material for local beverage companies that were then shared through various social media platforms. He also worked with other students to research the history, culture, and science of several different spirit categories and presented the findings at community tastings.

“I had the wonderful opportunity to work with companies like Oligan Distilling and Cooper’s Daughter to film promotional materials for them and then edit these videos into clips for their social media. This project has opened my world to filming, something I have never done before joining this project, and has gotten me excited to continue exploring this form of creative expression.”

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“Heavy Metal Interference with Neurological Function” Student: Reed Boduch ’23 Faculty: Jesse Karr, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry Lead poisoning has been identified as one of the most common preventable health concerns in the U.S. Even though lead has been known to cause neurological problems for many years, the exact mode in which it interferes with neurological function is still unknown. Reed’s research in Karr’s lab may help to design a more effective, lead specific form of treatment for those afflicted by lead poisoning.

“We induced E. coli cells to uptake a vector encoding Synaptotagmin 1 (Syt1), a protein in neurons responsible for membrane-vesicle fusion and thought to be inhibited by lead. Membrane-vesicle fusion leads to neurotransmitter excretion ultimately carrying signals to the CNS. Growing Syt1 in culture will allow us to isolate and run tests directly on our protein of interest.”

“Infant Screen Time” Student: Danielle Giordano ’22 Faculty: Nicole Heller, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology The pandemic forced the temporary closure of childcare facilities, which in turn, required many families of infant children to seek alternative arrangements. In many situations, parents were forced to balance childcare and full-time work, often from home. Throughout the pandemic, have working parents depended more on infant screen time to get through the day? Danielle researched infant screen time rates across different demographics and parental attitude toward play, and she arrived at some interesting conclusions. Danielle submitted her findings to be presented at the New England Psychological Association’s annual meeting.

“I want to be a child psychologist, but because of this project, I now also want to do research. Working with Dr. Heller has sparked my passion for research, and I’m so glad to have had this opportunity!”

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ATHLETICS The Albany Cup is Back

Siena and UAlbany hosted a joint press conference on January 11 to announce the revival of the Albany Cup — the most anticipated basketball game in the Capital Region. “We’re excited to bring back the Albany Cup,” said Siena College Vice President and Director of Athletics John D’Argenio. “Capital Region fans have shown a great affinity for this game and we’re thrilled to renew the series. The Albany Cup is an opportunity to showcase that college basketball is widely embraced in the Capital Region.”

The three-year series will begin with a neutral site matchup at MVP Arena during the upcoming 2022-23 season. UAlbany will host the Albany Cup at SEFCU Arena in 2023-24, with the rivalry returning to MVP Arena for a Siena home game in 2024-25.

“We are happy to have this game back, for our fans and for the entire Capital Region,” remarked Siena Men’s Basketball Head Coach Carmen Maciariello ’01. “It took a collaborative effort on both sides to get this game scheduled. We have a very loyal and passionate fan base, and I know that they will be excited for the return of this series.”

Siena and UAlbany met for 17 consecutive seasons in the Albany Cup from 2001-17, following the Great Danes’ elevation to the Division I level. The Saints hold a 10-7 advantage in the Albany Cup, with UAlbany capturing the most recent meeting 74-69 on Dec. 9, 2017. Of the 17 meetings, 11 have been decided by single-digits, including three in overtime.

Overall, Siena and UAlbany have met 54 previous times, with the Saints holding a 30-24 advantage.

Siena captured the first-ever meeting between the programs by a score of 52-45 on Jan. 5, 1940 in Albany.

More information about the upcoming Albany Cup rivalry games including game dates, times, and ticket information will be announced at a later date.

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Saints Reach New Academic Heights in Latest GSR Report Siena’s student athletes continue to set the standard in graduation success. Siena Athletics achieved the department’s highest graduation success rate in nine years, as 94% of student athletes who enrolled at Siena as freshmen in the fall of 2014 went on to graduate, according to the annual NCAA Graduation Success Rate (GSR) Report. Siena’s 94% rate also outpaced the national Division I record setting average of 90% by four points.

The NCAA GSR Report gives graduation information for students and student athletes who entered college in 2014, the most recent class for which the required six years of information is available. It also breaks down the GSR by sport, using a four-year class average (2011-2014) called a cohort rate to provide a big enough sample.

“In a Siena uniform, they’re basketball players, or swimmers, or runners. But when they take off the Green and Gold uniform after College, they’re doctors, lawyers, business executives, and leaders across the community,” said President Gibson “Our student athletes leverage the Education for a Lifetime into lifelong success. We’re humbled by their enduring accomplishments, and it all begins with a Siena College degree.”

Siena’s 94% GSR in the latest report marks the athletic department’s highest score since recording a 95% rate in the 2012 report. Siena Athletics has also now attained a graduation success rate of 90% or higher in all 17 NCAA reports since the rates were first released annually beginning in 2005. Moreover, Siena’s single-year cohort (2014-15) graduation rate was 98%.

“The Siena College education and the value of a Siena degree attracts high-performing student

athletes to our campus,” explained Siena College Vice President and Provost Margaret Madden, Ph.D. “An athletic career is fleeting, but the knowledge gained in the classroom is forever. We’re proud of what our student athletes achieve in competition, and we are especially proud of all they achieve in their careers.”

Siena led all Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference schools with a total of 12 programs earning perfect 100% Graduation Success Rates in this year’s report.

Perfect scores were achieved by men’s basketball, men’s cross country/track, men’s golf, men’s lacrosse, men’s tennis, women’s basketball, women’s golf, women’s soccer, women’s swimming and diving, women’s tennis, volleyball, and water polo.

“Siena Athletics is committed to academic excellence, and our graduation success rate is a testament to the dedication and hard work our student athletes put in year after year,” added S.A.IN.T.S. Advisor Sarah Sivertson. “We are proud of our student athletes’ efforts as they continue to excel in the classroom with an end goal of graduation.”

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WHAT IS THE SAINTS ALIVE! ATHLETIC FUND? The mission of Saints Alive! is to provide the necessary resources for Siena’s 350-plus student athletes to pursue excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in life after the final whistle blows.

The Saints Alive! Athletic Fund is the lifeblood of Siena College athletics and our student athletes.

By making an annual pledge to join Saints Alive!, you help level the playing field between Siena’s athletic programs and our national competition. Despite our program’s success so far, there is still work to be done, and with your contribution, we will be able to reach all our goals.

As the fundraising arm of Siena Athletics, we strive to provide the opportunity to create a broad base of philanthropy from alumni, season ticket holders, corporate partners, and fans. Support of the Saints Alive! Athletic Fund ensures the ongoing success and continued tradition of excellence within Siena College Athletics.

Your support is crucial in offering a first-class academic and athletic environment for our student athletes. They face the huge challenge of competing nationally, so Siena Athletics finds itself in a constant challenge to develop the necessary financial resources that make it possible for our teams and programs to compete at the highest levels of the MAAC and NCAA. This new reality of modern intercollegiate athletics makes the Saints Alive!

Athletic Fund and the work you help us do, so important. Our coaches and student athletes need your support.

No matter how you choose to give to the Saints Alive! Athletic Fund, please know that we sincerely appreciate your support.

Go Saints!

Save the Date!

Saints Alive! Golf Shootout Monday, September 12, 2022 The Edison Club in Rexford, NY This is the largest fundraising event for the Saints Alive! Athletic Fund during the year which provides support to Siena student athletes.

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The Siena Annual Fund celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 2 by recognizing alumnae who have established successful careers in the sports industry.

To read more about each featured alumna and her career, please visit the @sienaannualfund Instagram or Facebook page and be sure to give us a follow as we continue to feature more of our alumni!

Jennifer Matthews ‘00 Vice President, Brand Strategy at FanDuel Jennifer is responsible for leading the company’s brand stewardship and overseeing creative operations, creative strategy planning, and social content strategy.

Talaya Wilkins ‘07 Vice President, Content Strategy at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Talaya is responsible for spearheading three sports betting studio shows: The Bettor Half Hour, The Betting Exchange, and Odds With Ends for Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Heather Stec ‘09 Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach/Recruiting Coordinator at Siena College Heather is in her 11th year as a collegiate coach and joined the Siena Women’s Basketball coaching staff in April 2021. She is an Assistant Coach to Jim Jabir as of the 2021-22 basketball season.

Katie Carew ‘12 Director of Corporate Partnerships for the New York Giants Katie is responsible for selling new and integrated corporate partnerships to prospects, along with cultivating new brand relationships.

Erika Seagren ‘15 Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, Equity, and Inclusion at Wagner College Erika’s role at Wagner College focuses on protecting the institution, its coaches, and its student-athletes.

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PATRICIA GIOIA HALL

As reported in the summer 2021 issue of Siena News, thanks to a lead gift from Trustee Paul Gioia the renovation of Patricia Gioia Hall continues to revitalize the building formerly known as McGuire Hall.

“It’s going to make me happy,” shared Gioia. “I know Patricia would not want her name on a building, but we didn’t agree on everything and I’ll feel satisfied knowing there’s permanent remembrance of her.”

Patricia Gioia Hall will house the Offices of Enrollment, Marketing, Financial Aid, and the Siena College Welcome Center. Upon entering the glass-enclosed vestibule, future Saints and their families will begin their Siena experience within a state-of-the-art lobby and reception area, thanks to the generosity of Trustee Jan Marie (Traynor) ’83 and Russell MacDonnell.

FRANCISCAN FRIARS COMMONS The next stop from the lobby and reception area is the breathtaking Francsican Friars Commons. Funded with a gift from Former Board Chair John ’79 and his wife Kellyanne (Healey) ’81 Murray, Franciscan Friars Commons is the beautiful event space inside of Patricia Gioia Hall serenely overlooking the Grotto.

Illuminated from sunrise to sunset, this first stop on future campus tours will introduce generations of Siena Saints to their new home.

Etched upon the windows surrounding Franciscan Friars Commons are the names of alumni who helped support this critical renovation, a constant reminder of the amazing Siena alumni network. Thank you to our donors who have sponsored a legacy window: Rosemary (Schiavo) Chersi ’83 Jason Gottlieb ’92 John ’80 and Mary (Ryan) Held ’83 John T. Leonard ’64 Douglas ’66, Ph.D. and Cris Lonnstrom Steve Obermayer ’83 The Reamer Family Lynn Rondeau ’75 Scot ’88 and Carol Salvador

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MARK WOROBY ’81 TERRACE After enjoying everything Franciscan Friars Commons has to offer, step through the doors onto Mark Woroby ’81 Terrace to enjoy the view of one of Condé Nast’s “50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America.”

The Mark Woroby ’81 Terrace promises to be a welcome space for meeting up with friends or simply enjoying a quiet moment or two. Overlooking the Grotto, this gift from Jill (Dunn) ’90 and Gerry Conway, Jr., made the Mark Woroby ’81 Terrace a beautiful legacy in honor of a cherished cousin, alumnus, and friend.

THE CLASS OF 2022 SENIOR GIFT

WELCOME TO THE SIENA EXPERIENCE!

As the Class of 2022 prepares to cross the stage, their Senior Class Gift will leave a legacy for generations of future Saints: a new bench in the Grotto as part of the renovation of Patricia Gioia Hall.

“Patricia Gioia Hall will provide a best-in-class welcome to 4,500+ prospective Saints and their families every year,” stated Vice President for Enrollment Management Ned Jones. “From the stunning presentation room to the breathtaking views of the Grotto and Bells of Remembrance, a visit to Siena will stand out among all others. The Franciscan-inspired design elements will energize students and staff alike to live Siena’s core values. Even the outdoor space creates new opportunities for Siena to do what it does best—come together as a community.”

Jennie Holland ’22 explains, “The Grotto renovation project is important to me as I have been able to use the Grotto as an escape. When I am going through a difficult situation, the first place I want to go to is the Grotto. There is an immediate calming effect it has on me, and many others in the Siena community. The Grotto is something unique to Siena and was one of the reasons I decided to attend almost four years ago.”

Completion and occupancy for Patricia Gioia Hall is expected by July 2022.

Space is limited but there is still time to create your legacy. To inquire about the alumni windows within Franciscan Friars Commons of Patricia Gioia Hall, or the 2022 Senior Class Gift, please contact the Development Office at development@siena.edu or 518-783-2432.

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WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS “It is no use walking anywhere to preach unless our walking is our preaching.”

- St. Francis of Assisi The 800 year-old Franciscan tradition in education is a critically important voice in the conversation that constitutes the Catholic intellectual tradition.

Born of the insights and experience of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, the Franciscan tradition took root in the great medieval universities of Europe. It was transplanted to the Americas by Franciscan missionaries who established the first institution of higher education in the New World in 1536 and continues to inform the mission of Siena College.

Newcomers to campus often comment on how warm, friendly and helpful they find our students, staff and faculty. What they are experiencing is the Franciscan tradition, not as a set of abstract values and ideas, but as a mode of living, learning and working together.

This is what sets Siena apart. This is the Franciscan difference.

Siena has proudly contracted with John Collier, an American sculptor and artist most renowned as one of the sculptors for the Catholic Memorial at Ground Zero, to create for Siena a depiction of a young St. Francis of Assisi.

Visualizations of St. Francis, like the Welcome Statue at Patricia Gioia Hall, are a key component to instilling the pillars of the Franciscan spirit.

The Welcome Statue of St. Francis at Patricia Gioia Hall will honor the spiritual journey St. Francis took 800 years ago, as well as encourage others to join in the journey. Footsteps will extend in front of a young St. Francis to symbolize Jesus walking in front of him. As St. Francis follows in Jesus’ footsteps, he looks back over his shoulder to encourage us to join him in his journey walking in the path of Jesus.

Prior to sending the clay molds pictured here to the Foundry to be cast, Collier shared, “Here are photos of our new St. Francis. I am very pleased. He is the product of many hours of work, thought, and prayers. I pray he will bless the faculty and students of Siena College.”

The Welcome Statue of St. Francis at Patricia Gioia Hall will welcome all to the Siena community, especially those who are about to embark on their spiritual and educational journey for a lifetime.

If you would like to help Siena defray the cost of this beautiful campus enhancement, please contact development@siena.edu or 518-783-2432.

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PEYTON’S PATH

WALKING THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS Peyton Morse ’21 was a beloved member of Siena’s community beginning the moment he stepped onto campus as a freshman in Ryan Hall.

Ask anyone who was privileged to know Peyton — he had a special way about him. Blessed with an incredible spirit and a great sense of humor, he was a friend and mentor. Peyton lived his life in dedication to the Francsican spirit to serve others as a firefighter.

The wood and glass cases created by Siena College carpenters will house the outdoor Stations of the Cross.

Sadly, Peyton lost his life in the line of duty on March 12, 2021, nine days after suffering a medical emergency during training at the New York State Academy of Fire Science.

Peyton’s Path will meander through the woods and end at the Grotto as it hosts the 14 stations that commemorate Christ’s last day on earth as a man. A stone bench at each Station will provide a quiet place to pause, rest, and reflect.

Siena College Chaplain Fr. Larry Anderson, O.F.M. knew Peyton well. “Peyton was a man of faith. He was all about helping others. His dream was to be a firefighter. Even after his death Peyton was giving life to others. His organs were donated and three people’s lives were saved.”

Fr. Larry Anderson, O.F.M. recalls, “Peyton was no stranger to the chapel or the Grotto.” Just as Siena’s chapel and Grotto are places of prayer and peace for not only the Siena community but the Capital Region at large, so too will be Peyton’s Path and the Stations of the Cross.

WALKING THE PATH OF FAITH Peyton’s home parish, St. John’s Church in LaFargeville, New York, closed in June of 2021. In memory and honor of Peyton, they gifted their Stations of the Cross to Siena College. This lovely gift coupled with a lead gift from John T. Leonard ’64, is allowing Siena to create Peyton’s Path.

When asked how this gift in honor of Peyton will impact Siena, Fr. Larry replied, “Former Siena College President Br. Ed Coughlin was asked what it meant to be a Saint. He responded, ‘The Saints are the good people, when good people get to heaven they become angels, they are the ones that carry the fire.’ Peyton will always be a Siena Saint, he was one of the good ones, and his light shines brightly.”

Like St. Francis, who found God within nature, Peyton also found peace and joy in the outdoors. Utilizing the former ROTC confidence course, a currently unusable area of campus is being transformed into a prayerful and spiritual walking path to pause, pray, and reflect.

Siena is providing a unique and limited opportunity to support Peyton’s Path.

The 14 Stations of the Cross provide 14 benches to be named with a gift of $5,000. Funding will clear and landscape Peyton’s Path, with net proceeds creating an endowment to keep Peyton’s Path perpetually maintained.

Stone benches along Peyton’s Path are limited, so please contact development@siena.edu or 518-783-2432 to support Peyton’s Path and reserve your bench today.

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Thanks a Million!

William J. Cade, Esq, ’62 grew up in Albany and after graduating from Albany High School, came to Siena College where he quickly discovered a supporting environment created by the Franciscan friars, the faculty, and his fellow students. Bill majored in sociology and went on to earn a juris doctor from the John Marshall Law, followed by an LLM from Temple University, Beasley School of Law. Bill was admitted to the New York Bar and, for over four decades, has been involved in countless trials in both state and federal courts. He has handled cases in many jurisdictions including: New York, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin, and California.

As a lifelong learner, Bill has been active in teaching; primarily legal curricula, to other attorneys and judges. He was an adjunct Professor of law at Temple University and was assigned to the LLM Trial Advocacy Program. He was also appointed to the faculty of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. Bill has been a frequent speaker at many colleges and universities as well as various magistrates’ associations, and has addressed local, state, and national professional organizations.

Bill has maintained a lifelong fondness for Siena College. He professes a great admiration for many of the Franciscan Friars who helped him along the way and the great faculty who instructed him. One in particular was Dr. Egon Plager, who taught sociology and had been an attorney in Austria before escaping to America at the start of WWII. To pay forward the quality education and many kindnesses Bill received in those formative years, he and his wife, Mary Elizabeth, wanted to make a transformative gift to Siena.

and the Friars who taught him. He said he would like to one day be able to leave something to them in his will. That desire developed into ‘why don’t we do something now.’ We would then be able to see the benefits to the students and faculty of Siena that our gift would bring. I am so proud of him and our decision to do this now.”

After meeting with Siena’s President, Dr. Christopher Gibson ’86, they learned the future plans to consolidate Siena’s health and wellness services in one location. Bill and Mary Elizabeth knew it fit their dream to both give back to Siena College and honor their special needs daughter Deborah.

In December 2021, Bill and Mary generously supported Siena with a gift in excess of $1 million to help create The Deborah Cade Wellness Center and enhance the Dr. Egon Plager Memorial Fund.

“It has been and continues to be my goal to make our world a better place than it was when I arrived.

I achieved that goal, in part, by gifting to Siena and other social and special needs organizations, thanking each of them for the help, guidance, and kindness shown to others and me,” said Bill.

At a ceremony this summer, Bill and Mary Elizabeth’s names will be forever enshrined on Siena’s Ring of Honor located at the center of campus and displays the names of all who have made transformative gifts to the College.

Mary Elizabeth shared, “Over the many years, Bill has often mentioned how grateful he was to Siena College

To learn more about health promotion and awareness at Siena College, please visit www.siena.edu/offices/health-promotion.

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REMEMBERING BOB CURLEY The Siena community continues to mourn the loss of Robert “Bob” Curley, our former Trustee and friend.

Bob enjoyed a distinguished career in the Capital Region as a banking executive and was well known for his philanthropic efforts, which garnered him the Jefferson Award for Community Leadership in 2009.

As an alumnus from Dowling College, Bob and his wife, Linda, established a scholarship at his alma mater. However, in August 2016 Dowling College closed its doors, leaving the Attorney General’s Office to sort out its affairs. Over the last months of his life, Bob campaigned to have his scholarship directed to Siena College to serve generations of future Saints.

Working with Vice President for Development Dave Smith ’79, the two tirelessly championed the cause and in November, the Attorney General approved the allocation to create The Robert M. and Linda A. Curley Scholarship at Siena College.

Ken Raymond and Bob Curley.

“As a former Trustee, enthusiastic supporter of Siena Athletics, but most importantly, a Siena parent, Bob was a tireless champion for the College and our students,” Smith shares. “We are proud to honor his legacy at Siena through The Robert M. and Linda A. Curley Scholarship.”

Father to Siena alumni Tracey Momrow ’94 (Scott ’94) and Board of Advisors member Todd Curley ’97 (Stacey ’00), Todd shared, “He was just my personal hero. He was everything. Just a special person. He was just a superhero.”

Bob was a good friend to many as well, especially current Trustee Ken Raymond, founder of Prime Companies, a local real estate firm. The two men were very close, often talking on the phone at night, and Raymond says Bob was always focused on others. As avid fans of Siena basketball, their seats were right next to one another, and they could often be seen laughing and joking with the referees throughout the games. “You just blow the whistle and I’ll make the call,” Raymond recalls Curley telling one referee.

“That was the type of humor he had.”

To make a gift to The Robert M. and Linda A. Curley Scholarship in memory of Bob, please visit siena.edu/makeagiftonline or contact us at development@siena.edu or 518-783-2432.

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PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE SPOTLIGHT Siena College is proud to honor our members of the President’s Circle Leadership Giving Society – a distinguished group of Saints who, year after year, support Siena College’s mission with a gift of $1,500 or more to the Annual Fund.

Through Annual President’s Circle support, the College provides resources rich in the Franciscan and Catholic tradition to prepare our students academically and spiritually to become lifelong learners and responsible leaders.

If you were on campus in the late 80s, odds are you knew a Dybas brother. Dave ‘86 and Don ‘88 have always held a special connection to Siena and have made it a point to make that experience possible for others with their commitment to the President’s Circle.

Don says, “If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that institutions, values, and ideals are never more than a generation away from extinction. My years at Siena gave me a great foundation, and the older I get, the more I find myself reflecting on the values and ideals that helped shape me, my family, my career, and all the great friends along the way.

Supporting Siena at the President’s Circle level is my way of helping Siena reach future generations of learners and leaders.

The world needs more Saints — and it’s personally fulfilling to know I am helping nurture a few more through the Siena Experience.”

Dave adds, “We came from humble beginnings and we were instilled with the thought that service, hard work, and education

were the cornerstones to success and a sort of means to an end.

We knew that through those traits, success would eventually be achieved.”

When asked about his favorite Siena memory, Don replied, “During my senior year — 1987-88, I was a member of the Student Senate Executive Board. On one occasion, the Board was given a briefing about Siena’s long-term growth and development plans. I believe it was part of an initiative that Fr. Hugh Hines O.F.M. (Siena’s 7th president) was spearheading.

They talked about multiple townhouse communities, a large expansive ‘Athletic Campus,’ additional instructional buildings, a new Library and Campus Center, acquiring the State Police Troop G HQ Building across Route 9, pedestrian access to Newton Plaza, and the list goes on. I remember thinking at the time, ‘Wow — that’s a pretty bold vision!’ Well, the last 33 years have been like watching a great movie unfold before my eyes.

Watching the campus grow, breaking records for enrollment, watching the vision come to life... has truly been remarkable.

I have no doubt under Dr. Gibson’s leadership, the Siena community will continue to thrive!”

The Annual Fund spotlights and thanks the Dybas brothers for their continued support in providing the Education for a Lifetime to the Siena community. If you would like to join the President’s Circle, please call 518-783-2914 or email annualfund@siena.edu for more information.

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BOARD OF ADVISORS The Siena College Board of Advisors (BOA) held their spring meeting on Thursday, April 7, 2022 and confirmed its newest members: Andrew J. Cavo ‘02 Michael P. Friguletto ‘90 James E. Girvin ‘78, Esq.

Joseph F. Ingrassia ‘80 Lauren E. Smith ‘16 David H. Verbraska ‘89, Esq.

We warmly welcome our newest members and look forward to seeing them at their first meeting on November 10, 2022.

Additionally, a heartfelt thank you was given along with a special gift to our members who have completed their BOA terms. We appreciate their service and gifts of time, talent, and treasure: Nathaniel J. Bette ‘10 Jennifer M. Boll ‘96, Esq. Sabrina S. Mosseau ‘91, BS, RN, OCN

Thomas J. Murphy ‘80 Jean P. Reamer ‘76 Mark A. Smith ‘91

BOARD OF ADVISORS SPOTLIGHT Katie Hohman ’09, Partner, Sheridan Hohman & Associates Katie joined the Board of Advisors in 2021 and has hit the ground running as an active member. Recently she created the first endowed fund for the Women’s Swimming and Diving team, The Francis Hohman Memorial Fund. We asked Katie to share her thoughts on this generous gift, being a member of the BOA, and what it means to be a Saint.

“I was honored to be appointed to the Board of Advisors and I knew I wanted to create something that was important to me and my family. I swam for the Siena Swimming and Diving team. I sadly lost my dad back in 2019 and he was my biggest fan.

I love Siena and all the athletic programs but swimming in particular was such a large part of my life for so many years. I believe these women are beyond talented and should always know they have a fund that will allow them the chance for different opportunities – whether that is a new competition suit, a training trip, or a swim team event. I hope this provides other alumni who swam the opportunity to support a program they too took part in.

I benefited from my time at Siena and still do. It is important for me to support a community that continues to support me!”

Are you interested in learning more about the Board of Advisors? Please contact Beth Hazelton, Executive Director for Campaign Administration at bhazelton@siena.edu or 518-782-6919.

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TAKING ACTION

The Paul and Suzanne Murray Martin Luther King, Jr. Courage Awards Endowed Fund Agreement

The Courage Awards began as an annual prize given to worthy recipients. Through a donation made by Dr. Paul T., Jr. and Mrs. Suzanne Murray, The Courage Awards have become an endowment, which will allow the funds the Murrays have generously and graciously donated to grow this award for years to come. This endowment will provide $500 Student Courage Awards to young people from the Capital Region in middle or high school (grades 6-12), who have demonstrated personal courage by taking positive action against racism, prejudice or bias-related violence in their community.

The Courage Awards are meant to honor those who: • Have demonstrated extraordinary leadership skills as spokespersons for tolerance.

• Embody the courage to be bridge builders and peacemakers.

• Have taken action fighting intolerance or have engaged in violence prevention or conflict resolution.

• Have stood up against hate and violence.

The Courage Awards embrace the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and honors students who actively promote the ideal of a ‘just’ and inclusive society that values the diversity and uniqueness of each individual. Recipients of this Award defend the rights of their fellow students regardless of their color, ethnic or religious background, sexual orientation, or physical or intellectual abilities.

The Courage Awards were created in response to an increase in intolerance, bullying, gangs, and racial discrimination among youth in the Capital Region. Recipients are selected by education, business, and civic leaders in the area.

If you are interested in more opportunities on topics like this, Siena College’s 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture will be held Tuesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the UHY Center. This year’s speaker is civil rights advocate and global humanitarian Martin Luther King III. He will be speaking on “Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice,” and will be awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters by the College.

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FOSTERING FUTURE SAINTS

The Kevin Clarke ’91 Memorial Scholarship In May of 2020, we lost a true son of Siena when Kevin Andrew Clarke ’91 passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

Kevin was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother. He was extremely hard-working, loyal, and was always the first to offer help to others in need.

If you were on campus while Kevin was here, you may have known him for one of his many roles: from orientation leader, sports writer for the Promethean, or maybe you crossed paths while he was the class notes coordinator for Siena News. If you were lucky enough to know Kevin, you knew he lived the Franciscan tradition. He was a great friend to so many people with whom he connected over the years.

To honor and celebrate Kevin’s legacy on campus, his brothers, William Clarke ’94 and George Clarke ’97 have established The Kevin Clarke ’91 Memorial Scholarship at Siena College. Siena was an important part of Kevin’s life where he developed lifelong friendships and memories. The Kevin Clarke ’91 Memorial Scholarship will be awarded each year to a student who has demonstrated financial need with the hope of creating more Saints like Kevin in the future.

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SUPPORT THE ANNUAL FUND As our Saints march towards Commencement this May, there is still time to make your Annual Fund gift before this fiscal year ends on May 31. “Hold doors open” for our students with your support and join the thousands of Saints who give back to the Education for a Lifetime.

Your gift directly impacts every student on campus and supports: • Areas of Financial Aid • Academic Programs • The President’s Discretionary Fund • Facilities and Grounds

“As we begin this next chapter, our memories from Siena might fade slightly but what it has taught us will remain with us forever. Like holding the door for others, it’s what Saints do.”

– Gianna Di Gregorio 2021 Class President

Contact the Siena Annual Fund or make a gift annualfund@siena.edu • 518-783-2461 • siena.edu/makeagift

After all, the World Needs More Saints!

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Senior Saints is an exclusive social club for alumni who have celebrated their 50th reunion from Siena College. As members, Senior Saints will receive exclusive access to events throughout the year, newsletters from campus, and updates from the president.

Mark your calendar for early May when the next Senior Saints event takes a special look at the history of our Friars as Siena celebrates its 85th anniversary.

If there is a particular friar who had a profound impact on your life or a special story you would like to share, we invite you to send them to annualfund@siena.edu so we can highlight them during the event.

Past Senior Saints events have included special conversations with President Gibson on the future of Siena, a basketball season preview, and the history of the Siena dink.

To learn more about the Senior Saints program, explore Siena’s digital collection, or to find out more information about the St. Francis Society, please visit siena.edu/alumni/seniorsaints or call 518-783-2461.

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SAINTS DON’T SIT O Saints Don’t Sit on the Sidelines is a weekly social media series that highlights members of our Siena community who are dedicated to making a difference.

Follow along every week @sienaannualfund on Instagram and Facebook!

BRITTANY ANGELINI ’14 Brittany Angelini ‘14 took the Siena experience and transformed it into a career. She is currently an 8th grade teacher at Neighborhood Charter in New York City. She graduated from Siena with a double major in history and education. Currently, Brittany is working toward her M.Ed. from Fordham University in school counseling.

“The Siena experience means that I was a part of a community that genuinely cared about the individual person I am,” she said. “I felt that my education was very much about me and what made me unique.”

Brittany says, while the day-to-day responsibilities as a teacher can be tiring, especially during a pandemic, she works to make connections both personally and academically with her students every day.

“These students have so much to offer and try their best even when there are so many obstacles in their way,” she added. “I think that knowing what a lot of my students go through and still show up, is what drives me to be my best self for them.”

TOM THORNTON ’83 In Tom’s own words…

“40 years ago, I transferred to Siena. My roommate was the captain of the Siena men’s rugby team and he insisted I try out. Now, I am still actively involved supporting the Siena men’s and women’s rugby clubs. The skills I learned from playing rugby — dedication, commitment, and loyalty — continued on with me through my career.

Many of the friendships that I formed through rugby carry through to today. Myself and dozens of my teammates remain active in supporting the men’s and women’s teams. After 9/11 and the death of teammates Mike Taddonio and Terence McShane, with support from hundreds of fellow alumni, we established a memorial scholarship and started our annual golf outing.

Continuing to utilize the Franciscan values I learned, I am actively involved in working on the scholarship committee and golf committee, which help us mentor young athletes and support charities through our annual donations including adopting families at Christmas.

I met my wife, Cheryl, at Siena and 40 years later my life has come full circle. We have two children; our daughter is a junior at Siena and plays on the women’s rugby team.”

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T ON THE SIDELINES ANDY HECK ’88

As a son of Siena, Andy Heck ‘88 is someone who truly embodies the “Saint” spirit. He currently serves as president of Alpin Haus (@alpinhausskipool) in the Capital Region, is a member of the College’s Board of Advisors, and is an active member of his community.

For the past couple of years, Andy has been a part of the Capital Region Real Men Wear Pink campaign. This year was extra meaningful to him since his sister Katie had her own battle with breast cancer last year.

Andy also raises money for charity by taking part in the New York City Marathon and Ironman Lake Placid. Alpin Haus also supports a range of nonprofits in the communities where they do business.

“The lessons I learned as part of going to Siena College and being involved since then have inspired me to continuously want to do my part to help others and my community,” he said.

LIZ GLUSKO ’20 Liz Glusko ‘20 says Siena gave her every opportunity at the tip of her fingers. Whether it was meeting her forever best friends, the professors that empowered her, local internships, she says Siena will forever feel like home.

“I’ve learned that the Siena experience is a long term experience that extends into postgrad life by instilling values that lead to both a hardworking and well-rounded person for future professional and nonprofessional endeavors,” she explained.

It was the Education for a Lifetime that empowered her to land her current position at Nasdaq.

“The small classroom size and group projects taught me how to project manage and work with several different individuals, which has allowed me to project manage brand campaigns and overall social content for Nasdaq’s social media channels,” she said. “The networking skills I’ve gained at Siena have helped me drive my career on the course of my dreams. If I can ever be helpful to a Siena student or alumni, please reach out to me via LinkedIn.”

THERESE DALY ’12 Therese Daly ‘12 is yet another Saint who continues to benefit from her Siena experience in all that she does. She says it’s something that never ends, it just shifts!

“Siena teaches you to know your self-worth and identify your superpower and how you can apply it to guide yourself and others around you. Siena helps you understand the power of balance, your friends, your family, your education, and your goals in life,” she said.

The Education for a Lifetime truly helped Therese prepare for the real world and she works to live by Siena’s Franciscan values every day. She volunteers and gives back whenever she can.

After graduating in 2012, Therese started a career in finance but then shifted to government work.

She now works as a director for New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins.

She handles correspondence, operations, representation, crisis work, and emergency issues for the senator.

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TUNED IN TO OUR SAINTS Everyone knows Siena’s very own WVCR 88.3 FM “The Saint” is the station where “We Play Anything.” Jazz? You’re covered. J-Pop? You got it. Polka? OF COURSE. But if you tune your dial to 88.3 PM on Fridays at 4:30 p.m. you’ll likely hear some familiar voices — those of your fellow Saints!

The recently revamped Alumni Connection is now The Saints and Alumni Show! Members of Siena’s Office of Development and External Affairs rotate as hosts and if you haven’t tuned in, you’re missing out on some unique stories from our alumni.

Not only can you catch us on the WVCR airwaves, The Saints and Alumni Show is also a podcast! Whether it’s Apple, Spotify, or Google, every past episode is available for ondemand listening with new episodes available immediately following the radio broadcast. Just search for The Saints and Alumni Show and hit the subscribe button! You can also watch the video version of each episode on the Siena Alumni Relations YouTube page.

Be sure to follow @sienaalumni on Instagram to learn more about upcoming episodes and if you or someone you know would like to be considered as a guest for an upcoming show, contact us at alumni@siena.edu.

Brandon Murphy ‘17 talked with Zach Brimmer ‘20 and Brianna Brown ‘20 about Siena’s very first Homecoming celebration and their long awaited commencement ceremony.

Chris Elsesser ‘06 spoke with Colin O’Reilly ‘12 to share his story from Siena to assistant principal at Smithtown West High School.

Matt Phelps ‘02 talked with Joe Frumusa ‘12 about the Siena experience and how it shaped Matt’s life after college — which includes starting his own business, Metabolic Meltdown.

Mike Utzig ‘07 spoke with Kim Reed ‘00 about her new memoir “Workhorse,” which chronicles the ups and downs of New York City’s restaurant scene.

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ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT Siena College is excited to announce the re-branding of our Alumni Relations Department under a new title with a new objective.

The Office of Alumni Engagement is the new title of the department providing the great personal service you have come to know and expect. As the campus ambassadors for the tightknit alumni network, Alumni Engagement understands and values the Siena experience we all hold so dear.

As our name proudly proclaims, we are excited for Engagement with you and all our fellow Siena Saints. Whether it’s a warm welcome home to Siena or traveling across the nation to visit you, connecting our amazing alumni with the College and one another is our main objective and joy!

THE NEXT CHAPTER You asked and we listened! Alumni Engagement is working to establish a network of Alumni Chapters to meet fellow alumni, host events, mentor young alumni, provide service opportunities, work with student interns, introduce potential students to the Siena experience, and share the Franciscan values we all hold dear. But we need YOU!

Are you interested in establishing an alumni chapter in your area? Please contact us at alumni@siena.edu to receive Siena swag, signage, and connections to fellow alumni in your area.

Alumni Engagement is ready to provide everything you need to connect with fellow Saints in your area!

Once a Saint, Always a Saint!

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UPCOMING EVENTS April 1 21 30

Saints Circle: Lenten Journey Part 2 Breyo Observatory Viewing (in person) Men’s Lacrosse Senior Day

May 3 4 6 13 18

Martin Luther King, Jr. Lecture, 7 p.m. UHY Center Senior Saints | History of Siena Friars Saints Circle | Campus Updates & Renovations Class of ‘22 Welcome to Alumni Champagne Toast Monthly Meet Up: Craft and Draft Night

June 3 4 4 5 16 20 TBD*

Reunion Weekend All Alumni Welcome Back Reception All Alumni Family and Picnic All Alumni Welcome Back Party Alumni Mass Monthly Meet Up: Yoga on the Lawn Siena Summer Sweat: Ride!

Monthly Meet-Up | Happy Hour at Fort Orange

July 25

Siena Summer Sweat: 5K

August 8 13 TBD*

Siena Summer Sweat: Water Games 100 Days Monthly Meet-Up | Alumni Franks with Friars

September 22

Men’s Lacrosse Golf Tournament

October 7

Rugby Alumni Golf Tournament

Thank you for attending our in-person and virtual events. It was great to be back on the road for our traditional Christmas parties and share the spirit of the season in person! We look forward to seeing you for our spring and summer events.

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Save the Date!

Reunion Weekend June 3-5, 2022 We are so excited to finally welcome our alumni home to Siena for Reunion Weekend!

Visit www.siena.edu/reunion for more details and to register.

See you on campus!

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SINCE YOU’VE BEEN GONE

Since you’ve been gone, a lot has changed on Siena’s campus. If you haven’t been following along, last fall we launched a new video series called Since You’ve Been Gone, on the Annual Fund Instagram and Facebook pages.

As we gear up to celebrate Reunion on June 3-5, 2022, Since You’ve Been Gone will continue to feature members of our community as they highlight some of the exciting changes on campus that you won’t want to miss on your return to Loudonville.

Be sure to follow @sienaannualfund to check out all of our videos in the weeks to come!

St. Mary of the Angels Chapel Fr. Larry Anderson, O.F.M. College Chaplain Siena College Chaplain, Fr. Larry, describes the chapel as a “place where we come together as a community and recognize that God is very present in our lives, allowing us to be Siena Saints.” Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Saints from all over the world now have the opportunity to attend Siena’s Masses virtually on Facebook.

CURCA Dr. Daniel Moriarty ‘93 Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Undergraduate research at CURCA (Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity) is designed to help promote faculty-led research across Siena’s campus. The overall goal is to give all students the opportunity to work with faculty on their own unique research projects, regardless of their major. When the students’ research projects are completed, CURCA helps pay for the expenses involved in promoting and presenting their findings. Thanks to a generous gift from The Holy Name Province, students now have these tools necessary to succeed and experience being leaders in the Siena community.

Snyder Hall April Backus ‘12 Director of Academic Programs & Events In 2014, Snyder Hall was dedicated in honor of Jim Snyder, the founder of the Siena College Mentoring Program. The program continues to provide one-on-one mentoring opportunities, connecting Siena students with inner city youth around the Capital Region. Snyder Hall houses upperclassmen, and contains one of the two dining halls on campus, Massry Commons.

J. Spencer and Patricia Standish Library Anthony Pelliccia ‘17 Assistant Director of Admissions The J. Spencer and Patricia Standish Library was dedicated in 1999 and is considered a second home to many Siena students. The rich resources that the Standish Library holds allows both students and faculty to make the most of their teaching and learning experiences. The Standish Library is also home to the “Million Dollar View” overlooking the Connors Park baseball field.

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TOWNHOUSE TALES Townhouse Tales is a social program on the @SienaAnnualFund Instagram page to bring our students and donors together to spotlight their stories. Follow along every Tuesday for a new Townhouse tale to be told!

TH27 Bay House This year TH27 is made up of a great group of guys! Within the house there is an economics major, a sports communications major, a management major and a marketing MBA, a software development major, a political science and spanish major, and a biology major.

TH22 Curley House Townhouse 22 is filled with a great group of friends this year!

The six women are seniors and most met during their freshman year. The house has English, health science, math education, psychology and nursing majors.

TH37 Hunger House These Saints love hanging out with each other and decorating for the holidays. Lauren and Shi are on the equestrian Team while Jay, Deanna and Rachel are on the women’s soccer team!

TH13 O’Brien House This year TH13 is filled with a fun and outgoing group of women!

They have been involved in the Make-A-Wish club, Student Council, Ambassadors, Saints and Dance Team since their freshman year here at Siena.

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THANK YOU FOR Y Siena College is a thriving college and community. Thanks to our event sponsors, Siena proudly hosts students, parents, alumni, faculty, and friends from across the Capital Region and around the country who gather to celebrate the Education for a Lifetime and what it means to be a Saint.

Thank you to our 2020-2021 sponsors for partnering with Siena. After all, the World Needs More Saints!

Adelphi Hotel Partners AFSCO Fence Supply Co., Inc. Alpin Haus Amsterdam - NY Dollar General Distribution Center ARMS SOFTWARE Peter S. Zaas & Betty A. Bachman Brian J. ’87 & Mickie (McGuinness) ’88 Baldwin Christopher J. ’85 & Linda Baldwin Michael J. ’82 & Elizabeth A. (Stymacks) ’82 Baldwin Thomas J., Jr. ’81 & Laurie A. (Kowalczyk) ’80 Baldwin Phyllis A. Norton, DDS & Natalia Bausback, DMD BBL Construction Jason J. ’97, CPA & Jean M. (Barnett) ’98 Bedell Beyond The Peak Photography - Andy Murphy ’17 Bradley W. ’82, Esq. & Lisa A. (Matheu) ’85 Bodmer Bone and Joint Center - Bob Cheney Christopher J. ’01 & Alyssa J. (Nagengast) ’02 Bonitatibus Briar Creek Golf Course Timothy C. McCanty ’80, M.D. & Linda M. Burrell ’80, M.D. C.T. Male Associates California Closets Callanan Industries, Inc. Robert F. Campbell ’66 CAP COM Capital Cardiology Associates - Jeff Uzzilia ’98, M.D. Capital Off-Track Betting CDPHP CDTA CHA Children First Consulting Estelle & Michael Cibiniak Clearly Yours - Chip Stein ’78 Grace R. & John J., III Conway Cooney Orthodontics - Dr. Brendan M. Cooney ’80 & Dr. Canaan Tyner Richard H. ’82 & Noreen E. (Mahoney) ’82 Coughlin Justin W. ’03, USA & Karisa Couts

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel CSArch Architects Patrick J. ’82 & Maureen C. (Connors) ’85 Culligan Richard P. & Peggy Daingerfield Vivian Tamburello & Kal Darres DeCRESCENTE Dominic ’86 & Constance (Montalto) ’88 De Scisciolo Daniel DiChristina, MD Direct Advisors Timothy M. ’83 & Maribeth Dooley Derek D. ’04 & Rebecca Dunbar George J. ’85 & Anne Marie (Peguillan) ’85 Durney East Hudson Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery J. Thaddeus Eckenrode ’80 Christiane E. Farnan ’93 Paul F. ’85 & Mary Beth (Sniffin) ’85 Finnerty Christopher P. ’86, Ph.D. & Mary Jo Gibson Graney & King, Financial Advisors Greenbush Yogurt LLC Christopher J. Hanifin ’93 Michael J. ’84 & Toni Jo Hanretta Hart Alarm LTD - Steve Hart ’85 Andrew A. ’88 & Lorraine A. (Lanci) ’89 Heck Ambassador Douglas T. Hickey ’77 Terence H. ’86 & Mary T. Hunt Jordan Dental Health Group Andrew S. ’01 &Shannon K. (Martin) ’01 Kennedy KeyBank Joseph Kiely ’90 KNC Holdings - Christian King ’91 Peter C. ’85 & Melissa Lacijan Brendan J. ’86 & Roseanne (McHugh) ’85 Lavelle Lavelle & Finn, LLP LeChase Construction Services, LLC John M. D’Argenio & Laura Ledda Michael E. ’99 & Lara (Gennari) ’00 Lilly Douglas A. ’66, Ph.D. & Cristine M. Lonnstrom

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Margaret E. Madden Ginny Darrow ’83 & Armand G. Maldonado ’81 Joanne (Fitzpatrick) ’80 & John E. Maloy, Jr. ’76 Martin, Harding & Mazzotti Edward F. McArdle ’80 Joseph P., Jr. ’87 & Donna E. (Martin) ’87 McCrudden William P. ’68 & Elizabeth C. McGoldrick Vicki L. (Miner) ’94, M.D. & Alan T. ’94 Michaels Lisa J. (Copeland) ’97 & Robert J. Moser Mottolese & Mottolese, DDS, PC Fr. Kevin J. Mullen ’75, O.F.M., Ph.D. John F., Jr. ’79 & Kellyanne (Healey) ’81 Murray Myriad Productions Nationwide Elite Agency - Elaine Ramundo & Associates New York Oncology & Hematology - Sabrina (Finch) Mosseau ’91 Nigro Companies James R. Nolan ’75, Ph.D. Mary Beth O’Brien Stephen J. ’83 & Jeanne M. Obermayer The Padden Family Frank J. & Delores Parillo Stefan J. ’90 & Kimberlee A. (Schaffner) ’90 Parker Henry J. ’86 & Lynda Pearl Michelle M. Peattie ’06 Penelope Bourbon - Michael Paladini ’04 Cynthia A. (Haselsteiner) Pettit ’82 Pioneer Bank Joshua D. ’00 & Michelle J. (McElhatton) ’00 Powers Prime Companies Prime Properties Frank ’66 & Mary Ellen Pugliano Rockefeller Capital Management Rose & Kiernan, Inc. George E. Rusnak Gwendolyn M. (Parsons) Salvatore ’89 Sementilli Family Dentistry - Dr. Amy Sementilli ’93

Steven L. ’90 & Mary Ann (Tinus) ’90 Sgambati Sabita P., D.D.S. & Douglas B., D.D.S. Smail Eveline Ward-Sells in memory of Ed Sells ’68 Smiles Bring Hope Foundation Sneeringer Monahan Provost Redgrave Title Agency, Inc. Gregory J. ’89 & Sherry L. Sorrentino Specialty Silicone Products, Inc. St. Anthony’s Shrine Gregory Stewart ’89 Stewart’s Shops/Dake Family Sharon (Esler) ’84 & Lawrence J. Sullivan, Jr. Talk1300 & 98.7 Anthony C., Jr. & Moira Tamburello Anthony C., III ’96, M.D. & Kelly M. (Bode) ’95, D.V.M. Tamburello Nanette Tamburello Teal, Becker & Chiaramonte, CPA’s The Anderson Group - Andy Anderson ’94 Daniel P. Thero ’90, Ph.D. Thomas ’83 & Cheryl A. (Hathaway) ’84 Thornton Times Union Center Tri City Rentals Turner Construction Ross J. Valenza ’91 David H. Verbraska ’89, Esq. Vermeer North Atlantic Sales & Service Gustavo A. Villanueva ’96 & Diane Calderon-Villanueva Wainschaf Associates, Inc. Robert S. White ’93 Whiteman, Osterman & Hanna, LLP - John Allen, Esq. WVCR Yankee Trails Dr. Joseph P. ’05 & Mrs. Sharon Zimmerman Sam Zimmerman ’02

Would you or your business like to partner with Siena as an Event Sponsor?

Please visit our website at siena.edu/sponsorships or contact Cherisse Young ’96, Director of Foundations and Corporate Sponsorships at cryoung@siena.edu or 518-783–2931.

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