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ALUMNI PAST ALUMNI ASSOCIATION & COLLEGE FOUNDATION PUBLICATION PRESENT FUTURE

Celebrating Graduates Alumni Begin New Tradition

Pulitzer Prize Winner John Maines '77 Wins Coveted Award for Journalism

Military Friendly

SUNY Canton Earns National Recognition for Military Friendliness

Inaugural Clemente Cup

SUNY Canton Works with Clemente Family to Start Baseball Tournament

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President Dr. Zvi Szafran Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Douglas M. Scheidt

SUNY Canton Public Relations Director of Public Relations/Web Designer Travis G. Smith Senior Media Relations Manager Gregory E. Kie Public Relations Manager Lorette A. Murray Graphic Designer Matthew J. Mulkin '04 & '11 Office Assistant Ellen M. Prashaw Videographer Morgan D. Elliott

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Canton College Foundation Vice President for Advancement Anne M. Sibley Director of Alumni/Development Peggy Sue Levato Director of Financial Operations Keith R. Rosser Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement Jamie L. Burgess '06 Associate Director of Individual Giving Bradford Catling Advancement/Development Operations Associate Elizabeth F. (Irvine) Gravlin '02 & '08 Assistant Director of Individual Giving Amanda E. Stopa Assistant Director of Individual Giving Geoffrey C.S. VanderWoude Assistant to the Vice President for Advancement Anne C. Williams '78 Foundation Accountant/Gift Steward Stephanie J. Fay

College Council Grace Y. Burke • Timothy J. Currier • Cecily L. Morris Chloe Ann O'Neil • Ronald M. O'Neill '63, Chair • Marie C. Regan • Joseph L. Rich • Thomas R. Sauter '81 • Roger J. Sharlow • R. Nikki Zeitzmann '18, Student Representative/ Student Government Association President

College Foundation Board of Directors Chloe Ann O’Neil, Chair • Bernard C. Regan '65, Vice Chair Edward N. Coombs '86, Past Chair • Anne M. Sibley, Executive Director • Lisa E. Colbert '97, Treasurer • Karen M. Spellacy, Secretary Dr. D. Anthony Beane • Taryn A. Clark '96 • William D. Demo '57 • Daniel G. Fay • Kevin Fear '87 • David A. Frary '70 • Christine D. Gray '93 • Walter J. Haig '89 • John L. Halford, Sr. '49 • Sylvia M. Kingston '78 • Marti King MacArthur '74 & '78 • Dr. Kasheed Mohammed '60 • Michael A. Noble '85 • Robert B. Raymo '58 • Jon A. Richardson '67 • Dr. Zvi Szafran, ex officio • Carl W. Trainor '77 • Rosella T. Valentine '68 • Grace E. Vesper '88 • Thomas V. Walsh '96 • Guilford D. White '68 • Barbara R. Wilder '53 & '70 • Thomas P. Woodside '66

Honorary Directors D. Edgar Cloce '59 • Charles F. Goolden • Theo O. Howe Dr. Joseph L. Kennedy • Dr. Earl W. MacArthur • Robert A. Noble, Jr. • Jay F. Stone '62 • Ronald L. Woodcock '59

Alumni Association Board of Directors Anne H. Boulter '79, Vice President • Ann Marie Brewer '85, Secretary • Jamie L. Burgess '06 • Jennie H. Flanagan '90, '93, '06 • Maj. Gen. Fergal I. Foley '80 • Elizabeth F. (Irvine) Gravlin '02 & '08 • William T. Jones • Christopher Kirkpatrick '11 • Peggy Sue Levato • Kelly C. Obermayer '79, President • Arthur W. Rankin '55 • Lindalee Sawyer '83 • Lawrence E. Vaughn '73 • Grace E. Vesper '88 • Steven F. Wozniak '09 • R. Nikki Zeitzmann '18

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Current News Campus Events Celebrating Graduates Study Abroad: Senegal Mike Perry Q&A John Maines III '77

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Kathy Wyckoff '77 Áine McMorrow '19 David Nichols '63 Athletics Honor Roll of Donors Class Notes

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

Want to keep up with the life of a college president? Check out the Weekly Blab at zszafranblog.wordpress.com As you read through this issue, I hope you will be inspired to strengthen your bond to SUNY Canton through volunteering, mentoring, attending an alumni event, or making a gift. Whether you graduated this year or 50 years ago, your support can help us continue the outstanding programs and research you will see on the following pages.

Dear SUNY Canton Community, At this year’s commencement, I had the pleasure of welcoming more than 800 students into our alumni family. As part of this important milestone, each graduate who attended the ceremony

received a specially commissioned SUNY Canton medallion, which is pictured on this issue’s cover. These beautiful mementos were presented by the Alumni Association and serve as a symbolic recognition of students' achievements.

In the current competitive climate of higher education, SUNY Canton’s worldclass faculty, tradition of accessibility, and technology-focused programs are assets that poise us to thrive over the coming years. I am excited about the future, and I look forward to celebrating our successes with all of you.

Best regards, Zvi

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD Dear Fellow Alumni and Friends, As students of yesterday and alumni of today, we all have one thing in common: our appreciation and affection for SUNY Canton. As we look back at our fond memories, I welcome you to join me in building a lifelong commitment to our alma mater. Staying in touch with classmates, professors and fellow alumni is as easy as updating your contact information; following the SUNY Canton Alumni Association on Twitter (@CantonAlumni); liking our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ sunycantonalumni); or joining LinkedIn (SUNY Canton Alumni). I also ask you to consider staying engaged with the College through: • Attending or hosting a regional event • Giving to the Canton Fund • Mentoring a student or meeting with current students who live in your area • Attending alumni weekend

• Registering your business and sharing your employment opportunities with Career Services • Volunteering to call your alumni class for a reunion or your area alumni for a regional event • Nominating fellow alumni for the Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award or the Alumni Hall of Fame

We are all a part of this amazing institution, and if we stay connected and work together, the possibilities are endless.

Sincerely, Kelly C. (Heise) Obermayer ’79 President, Alumni Association Board of Directors

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CURRENT NEWS

Stay up-to-date with SUNY Canton news online at news.canton.edu

SUNY Canton and Clarkson University Announce MBA Partnership SUNY Canton students who earn a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Management at SUNY Canton now have the opportunity to pursue an accelerated one-year Master of Business Administration program at Clarkson University.

“Our new agreement will help us attract students who want to complete their advanced degrees within a year of graduating from SUNY Canton,” said Jondavid S. DeLong, Dean of the SUNY Canton School of Business and Liberal Arts. “It will be advantageous to the community, as it will help us keep today’s scholars and tomorrow’s entrepreneurs here in the North Country.”

SUNY Canton students can elect to take nine classes during their undergraduate education that will prepare them for Clarkson’s MBA program. Clarkson will be awarding a 4+1 Fellowship, consisting of a $10,000 tuition scholarship, a $4,000 travel scholarship and a $3,000 graduate assistant position to those students who enroll in the one-year graduate degree.

"The 4+1 Fellowship students from SUNY Canton will be able to take advantage of

SUNY Canton student Benjamin G. Osypiewski ’17 will pursue a master’s degree in Business Administration from Clarkson University next year. our network of successful professionals who can give them experienced perspectives on their future career,” said Clarkson School of Business Dean Dayle Smith.

Benjamin G. Osypiewski ’17 is the first SUNY Canton graduate to enroll in Clarkson’s program under the new agreement.

“This partnership allows SUNY Canton students to further their educational goals with one of the top-rated universities in the nation,” Osypiewski said. “Earning an advanced degree at Clarkson will prepare me for a competitive job market while allowing me and my family to remain in the region.”

SUNY Canton Earns National Recognition for Military Friendliness SUNY Canton is continuing its tradition of being the best choice for military and veteran students by earning four national awards.

Military Times magazine and Military Advanced Education and Transition magazine named SUNY Canton as one of the best technical colleges in the nation for veterans. G.I. Jobs magazine also selected the College for their 2016 list of best schools for service members, and Military Spouse magazine designated SUNY Canton as a top school for husbands and wives of enlisted personnel.

SUNY Canton earned the recognitions in part due to its excellent veteran student retention statistics, academic support services, and low student-to-faculty ratios.

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Emily A. Deon, an Individual Studies major and current Army reservist, said SUNY Canton’s military-friendly community was a factor when choosing a college.

“My professors are very flexible when it comes to fulfilling my military obligations, particularly when it means missing a class to participate in reserve duty,” she said. “Patrick Massaro, SUNY Canton’s Military and Veteran Student Service Coordinator, was also very helpful in explaining the G.I. Bill and other military education programs.”

Approximately 111 veterans, National Guard Members, reservists, and veteran dependents were enrolled at SUNY Canton during the 2015-2016 academic year.

Living Writers Series Receives Prestigious NEA Grant The National Endowment for the Arts announced in December 2015 it will award SUNY Canton $10,000 to support the College’s popular Living Writers Series.

and SUNY Canton Assistant Professor of English Phil K. LaMarche. “This award will help foster discussions of diversity on campus at a time when they are greatly needed across our country.”

The series, which began in 2012, has hosted 15 prominent literary guest speakers from across the country. The award funding will be used to bring globally recognized authors to campus in conjunction with African-American and Native American History months.

Throughout the past several years, the series has grown in popularity and guests have included bestselling authors Mary Karr, William Rhoden, and George Saunders. In 2015 leading environmental activist and climate change pioneer Bill McKibben drew a crowd of more than 700 attendees from throughout the region.

“The Living Writers Series has proven to be a valuable asset to SUNY Canton and the community,” said series creator

Pictured are Professor Brian K. Harte and Assistant Professor Umesh Kumar.

Award-Winning Research Reveals Why Gambling with Investments Isn’t a Good Bet Two SUNY Canton professors’ research into the value of long-term mutual fund investments has earned praise from the Academy of Business Research.

SeaComm Federal Credit Union Creates New Scholarship to a deserving student from St. Lawrence, Franklin, or Clinton County who excels in their coursework and who demonstrates leadership among their peers.

“Higher education plays a critical role in not only helping to shape the minds of our neighbors, Pictured are SUNY Canton Vice President for Advancement Anne but also as a significant M. Sibley, SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran, SeaComm President economic driver in the and CEO Scott A. Wilson and SUNY Canton Assistant Director of Individual Giving Geoffrey C.S. VanderWoude.

North Country,” said SeaComm President One of the area’s prominent nonand CEO Scott A. Wilson. “SeaComm is profit organizations has created a committed to SUNY Canton’s mission new scholarship designed to promote and the essential work they provide in financial literacy at SUNY Canton. developing educated talent that we as SeaComm Federal Credit Union an employer depend on to fill our human recently made a pledge of $25,000 with resource need.” an initial gift of $5,000 to the SUNY Canton College Foundation and will be continuing to make donations for the next four years to create an endowed scholarship. The award will be given

The SeaComm Financial Literacy Scholarship is designed for a student who is majoring or minoring in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or Management.

Professor Brian K. Harte, Ph.D., and Assistant Professor Umesh Kumar, Ph.D., received a “Best Paper in Accounting and Economics” award at the academy’s Fall 2015 Conference for their submission, titled “Analyzing Mutual Funds of Various Target Dates for Retirement.”

“Many people plan for retirement based on a specific date,” Harte said. “Our research indicates that individuals stand to earn more by leaving their money in mutual funds until that date rather than trying to reinvest as a means to manage economic downturns.”

“Funds invested through financial institutions tend to perform better than other riskier ventures,” Kumar said. “Investments are moved to more conservative assets as the funds mature, removing more uncertainty than other schemes.”

Harte teaches in the Criminal Justice program. Kumar teaches in the Finance program and received the 2016 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities.

Together, they have won four awards for their research.

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Hall of Fame Honorees Inducted During Alumni Weekend

The SUNY Canton Hall of Fame Class of 2016: Daniel G. Fay, Christine D. Gray, John G. Maines III, and David A. Frary. Not pictured are Pauline A. Graveline and Richard L. and Bonnie A. Wright.

SUNY Canton capped off the 2016 Alumni Weekend celebration by welcoming seven individuals who have made significant contributions to the College into its Hall of Fame. The new inductees were:

and is a scholarship sponsor. In 2014, Mr. Frary received the SUNY Canton Distinguished Alumnus Award, and in 2012, he received the Greater Massena Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Business Leadership Award.

Daniel G. Fay Mr. Fay has taught Accounting at SUNY Canton for 48 years and is the seniormost faculty member at the College. He has influenced generations of students and is highly regarded as an outstanding educator and community leader. He has also been a board member of the SUNY Canton College Foundation since 1990 and has helped create several student scholarships. He is a Town of Canton Councilman, an area business owner, and a St. Lawrence County Legislator.

In 2011, Mr. Fay received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Service.

Pauline A. Graveline Ms. Graveline retired from SUNY Canton in 2009 after 29 years of service. During her career, she worked in the Math Department, served as Dean of the School of Liberal Studies and Support Services, and later became Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. She was instrumental in expanding relations with the American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ms. Graveline is also a generous donor to the Canton College Foundation.

David A. Frary ’70 and ’72 Mr. Frary was owner and manager of Phillips Memorial Home and recently retired. He is an advocate of quality endof-life care for community members through his volunteer work with the St. Lawrence Valley Hospice and Palliative Care. His support of the College includes serving on the SUNY Canton College Foundation Board of Directors since 1990. He is also a member of the Mortuary Science Advisory Committee 4

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Christine D. Gray ’93 Mrs. Gray was employed by SUNY Canton for 24 years and retired as the Vice President for Administration in 2012. She also enjoyed working parttime with her husband and daughter at their CPA firm, now Hoffman, Eells & Gray, CPAs, PC. Mrs. Gray has also served on the Canton College Foundation Board of Directors since 2015 and is a generous donor.

John G. Maines III ’77 Mr. Maines has been a computerassisted reporting specialist at the South

Florida Sun-Sentinel since 1998. In 2013 he won a Pulitzer Prize for a three-part series he worked on with Sally Kestin, an investigative reporter, that examined the driving speeds of off-duty police officers in South Florida. He is the recipient of numerous honors, including the Associated Press Managing Editors Public Service and First Amendment Awards, the Investigative Reporters and Editors Award, and the Roy W. Howard Award in Public Service Reporting from the Scripps Howard Foundation.

Richard L. and Bonnie A. Wright Mr. and Mrs. Wright are the owners of Pepsi-Cola Ogdensburg Bottlers, which was started by Mrs. Wright’s father, Richard E. Winter, in 1943. In addition to heading multiple community groups, Mr. Winter helped establish the Ogdensburg Boys and Girls Club. A donation by Mr. Winter funded the Richard E. Winter Cancer Center at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center. The Wrights continue Mr. Winter’s legacy through their generous support of Claxton-Hepburn and the Ogdensburg Boys and Girls Club.

The Hall of Fame was created in 2011 to celebrate the past, present, and future of the College. To nominate someone for the Hall of Fame, visit www.canton. edu/hof to complete a nomination form or contact the Alumni Office at (315) 386-7127.

SUNY Canton Joins Forces with Fort Drum for Veteran Training Program Instructors from SUNY Canton’s Career Ready Education and Success Tr a i n i n g ( C R E S T ) Center for Workforce D e v e l o p m e n t conducted New York’s first “Solar Ready Vets” training program at Fort Drum.

Nineteen soldiers completed the fiveweek program, which instructs students on how to size and install solar energy systems, connect solar projects to the grid, and comply with building codes.

The training prepares military personnel for jobs as solar installers, salespeople or inspectors.

“SUNY Canton was afforded a very important opportunity through the Solar Ready Vets program at Fort Drum,” said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. “It allowed us to further our outreach to military personnel and

provide the technologydriven, sustainability-focused, applied education that is the hallmark of our academic programs.”

The Solar Ready Vets program was launched by the U.S. Department of Energy in September 2014 to prepare veterans for post-military careers.

The Fort Drum program was created through a collaboration among the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, U.S. Department of Energy, Fort Drum, SUNY Canton, and solar installation companies.

WHO IS ANNE SIBLEY? MEET THE NEW VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENT campus life, with lots of activities.

We also have more international students, who come here for the careerfocused majors. The campus is really attractive, from the new buildings to the landscaping, not to mention the Roos House, which is spectacular!

Anne M. Sibley was named Vice President for Advancement and Executive Director of the College Foundation in November 2015.

Q: Welcome back to SUNY Canton! You previously held several leadership roles at the College from the late 1980s to 2000. How has SUNY Canton changed since then?

One thing that’s different is that many students are now here for four years, and as a result there is a much more vibrant

On the other hand, I see a lot that is the same – strong academic programs and a deep connection to the North Country community. SUNY Canton continues to attract students from all walks of life who want to be successful and have a drive to pursue their chosen career.

I think alumni would recognize their younger selves in today’s students.

Q: For those who don’t know, why are private donations from alumni and friends so important to the College’s financial health?

Over the last 50 years, state contributions have made up a smaller and smaller portion of the college’s budget. Today it’s about 24 percent. We rely on other revenue sources to make up the difference so that we can educate

students – and one of those sources is private donations.

Many gifts provide scholarships, making it possible for students to afford college. We also purchase equipment and materials, provide travel funds for conferences and student trips, underwrite speakers, and we even have a loan program to assist faculty with completing their doctorate degree. Gifts from alumni and friends add a lot of value to the campus.

Q: What’s been the most enjoyable event you’ve attended at SUNY Canton so far?

The luncheon where we thanked all the faculty and staff who are donors to the College Foundation. Did you know that 44 percent of our full-time employees gave to the Foundation last year? That is fantastic! It also shows how much they care about our students and the college, and the confidence they have that their gifts will support important priorities.

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CAMPUS EVENTS

S'mores Night

A Little Bit S'more The Canton College Foundation sponsored two events this spring outside the library where students took a much-needed study break to roast s’mores. For some, it was their first experience making the traditional campfire treat.

Getting Creative With STEM SUNY Canton showcased the power of science-based learning during two events that allowed kids to discover the fun side of STEM. An open house during National Engineers Week gave K-12 students a unique glimpse into the College’s engineering technology programs through facultyled interactive demonstrations. Students also showcased their creativity during a team bridge-building competition where two $1,300 SUNY Canton scholarships, sponsored by Corning Incorporated Foundation, were awarded to the firstplace winners.

Women in Engineering Day brought more than 235 girls from 11 St. Lawrence County school districts to the Canino School of Engineering Technology to fuel their interest in pursuing a STEM career.

Middle and high school girls participated in workshops in electrical and mechanical engineering technology, powersports repair, information technology, and civil and environmental engineering technology.

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CELEBRATING GRADUATES The class of 2016 received a special gift from the SUNY Canton alumni family at commencement to recognize and celebrate their achievements.

Thanks to a generous contribution from Bernard C. Regan ’65 and the support of the Alumni Association, each graduate was given a specially commissioned medallion to mark the occasion as they crossed the stage.

“The beautiful medallions featuring SUNY Canton’s seal were presented by the President of our Alumni Association Board of Directors Kelly C. Obermayer ’79 on behalf of our alumni and friends,” said Vice President for Advancement Anne M. Sibley. “All SUNY Canton graduates share a unique bond that ties them together, and this is a wonderful way to symbolize that bond."

The medals were accompanied by a message congratulating each graduate on their accomplishment.

Many alumni even composed personal notes that reflected on their college experience. One congratulatory note from Stephen A. Lamont ’66, said: “Congratulations! May this milestone in your life always be remembered with joy and pride. I graduated in 1966 and still look back on my time at Canton as special. My success in life went far beyond my expectations after graduation.

May you look back 50 years from now and credit Canton with helping your life be one filled with purpose, challenge and rewards.”

The Alumni Association plans to make the medallion presentation an annual tradition at commencement. For more information on how to send a message of support and congratulations to next year’s graduates, contact the Alumni Affairs Office at (800) 811-6727.

“It was truly an honor to receive the medallion at commencement, and it felt special and inspiring to read the message from the Alumni Association.”

— Khaina A. Solomon ’16

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During the 2015-2016 winter break, SUNY Canton led an exciting study abroad trip to Senegal, one of the most developed, diverse and democratic nations in Africa.

“The three-week trip completely immersed students in Senegalese culture through excursions to important historic and cultural sites,” said SUNY Canton Adjunct Instructor Kathleen Ba, who led the trip. “They were also exposed to the French language through daily discussions with their host families in the capital city of Dakar.”

Eight SUNY Canton students and four students from other SUNY schools made the 3,900-mile, ninehour journey to the West African country a few days after Christmas.

Together, the group learned about topics related to religion, arts, music and politics through visits to the French Cultural Center in Dakar; Toubab Diallo, an artist colony and fishing village; and Gorée Island, a former slave trading post and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage site.

“The Senegal trip was one of the best times of my life,” said SUNY Canton student Hunter J. Mowery ’17. “The country is beautiful and full of tremendous people who are very welcoming. It was an experience that I will never forget.”

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Q: You’ve brought some well-known musical acts to campus. Can you share some highlights?

Concerts are a tough business and involve a lot of risk. I helped bring The Starting Line and Michelle Branche to campus back in 2002-2003. Later, we brought acts such as Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Buckcherry, Gym Class Heroes and A$AP Ferg. It’s important to note that if not for the College Activities Board’s hard work, these events would not have been possible.

Mike Perry Retires After 40 Years A fixture at SUNY Canton for the past four decades, Michael J. Perry, aka “Papa Mike," has helped shape the College as Executive Director of the College Association, Inc. Beloved by students, he has served as a mentor, advisor, surrogate parent, and friend. Perry recently reflected on his achievements, including helping to prevent the College’s closure, contributing to the construction of Kennedy Hall, and turning a lifelong love of auto racing into a recruitment tool.

Q: Can you talk about how your career at SUNY Canton began?

On July 12, 1976, I was hired by the College Association, Inc. as the Campus Store Manager. Two years later, Charles F. Goolden promoted me to Student Union Auxiliary Services Director. In 1982, Mr. Goolden recommended that I serve one year as Operations Director of the corporation, and if I was successful, I would be appointed Executive Director by the Board of Directors. My service as Executive Director began in June 1983, and I retired April 1, 2016.

Q: Out of all the projects you have been a part of, which have been the most meaningful to you?

In 1994, when our campus was threatened with closure, I worked on an advocacy campaign to oppose the decision. We pulled together a team of employees who flooded representatives’ offices with 15,000 letters and distributed support signs to local residents. These efforts were crucial to ending closure plans by the state.

Another favorite memory was working with our student leaders to oppose a shared presidency with SUNY Potsdam. Students and I met with SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher and the SUNY Board of Trustees. The speeches made by students Daynelle N. Richards ’12, Nafeesa Johnson ’13 and Qualon D. Thornton ’13 to the trustees, I believe, directly led to the decision to allow each college to retain its own president.

It was a proud moment for me.

Q: Your leadership was crucial to the design and construction of Kennedy Hall. Can you talk about that project?

In November 2008, President Joseph L. Kennedy asked me to begin a plan to build a new residence hall. I worked in partnership with former Vice President for Advancement David M. Gerlach ’83. My role was primarily to complete the initial feasibility study, which was followed by the selection of an architect and design. Dr. Gerlach managed financing, contractor selection and construction oversight. We are proud of our collaboration, which has significantly contributed to SUNY Canton’s growth and students’ quality of life.

Q: What inspired you to begin pursuing auto racing sponsorships for SUNY Canton?

I grew up near Watertown and attended races at the Watertown Speedway throughout my childhood. I knew we had several students and alumni who were involved in racing, and many of their fans and families were potential SUNY Canton students. So we put together a marketing plan involving drivers who had an affiliation with the campus and with tracks in Northern and Central New York.

Over the years, we have seen its value as a recruitment tool.

Q: How have students impacted you on a personal level?

My fondest times were the years I served as Acting Director of Student Activities from 2002-2003 and 2009-2013.

Working directly with student leaders, mentoring them and learning from them has led to lifelong friendships. "Papa Mike” is a term of endearment given to me by Student Government Association President Jennifer Bernadotte '11, which stuck. Nafeesa is considered part of my family. There are too many others to list, but the love I have for them and fond memories will be savored the rest of my life.

Q: What have you been up to since retirement?

I am enjoying the time and freedom to attend races, concerts and sporting events. I recently started volunteering for the Adirondack Scenic Railroad and the CusePit Crew, which advocates for the Pit Bull dog breed that I love. Having more time to spend with family is most important to me.

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Speed Writer

Pulitzer Prize-winner John G. Maines III ’77 said he began a career in journalism purely by accident.

When he arrived SUNY Canton to study Agricultural Engineering Technology, he struck up a friendship with Philip D. Markham ’76, the Editor in Chief of the campus newspaper, The Insight. With no prior news writing experience, Maines joined the staff and began covering campus news.

“I was a beginner; I had to quickly learn the art of writing on a deadline and the organizational skills it took to put out a newspaper,” he said.

He realized he had a knack for journalism and was promoted to Campus News Editor. He penned an editorial that caught the attention of the Massena Observer’s Managing Editor, who offered him a full-time position.

“I was working several odd jobs at the time and was barely making ends meet. I was flat broke, so it was very difficult to turn down a job that paid a whopping $7,000 per year,” he joked.

Although he regrets not finishing his degree, his career took off. After earning his stripes as a beat reporter, he landed a job at Gannet News and then moved to Washington, D.C., in 1989 to try freelance writing. Maines said this is where he became acquainted with computer-assisted reporting, or CAR, which was at its infancy. Eventually he returned to news writing in 1993, this time with the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

His CAR background was a perfect fit for the Sentinel’s investigative team. He worked on high-profile stories about FEMA scams, felons working at child-care centers and financial inequities among Seminole Indian tribal members. But it was his groundbreaking work on a series about speeding police officers that helped earn the paper its first Pulitzer Prize Gold Medal for public service in 2013.

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Maines gathered an exhaustive amount of data from toll records, which found that nearly 800 off-duty cops were driving an average of 90 to 130 mph on Florida’s highways.

Not only did his work earn a Pulitzer, but it led to police discipline and reforms. “It was the highlight of my career,” he said.

As a database specialist, much of his work is more technologically driven than his colleagues, which he said is a perfect fit for his talents. “I’ve been really lucky,” he said.

"I took a sharp turn from engineering into journalism, but many of the skills I learned at SUNY Canton have stayed with me throughout my career.”

Maines was inducted into the SUNY Canton Hall of Fame in June 2016.

Nontraditional

Nurse

Kathy Wyckoff ’77 The 2016 recipient of the College’s Distinguished Alumna Award started her college career reading her Nursing textbooks by a kerosene lamp and hitchhiking her way to college classes.

“When I first enrolled at Canton ATC [SUNY Canton] in 1975, I lived out in Russell in a log cabin, one of several ‘hippie communes’ in the area at that time,” said Katherine M. Wyckoff ’77.

“I was 25 years old and the mother of a two year old. Needing some direction in my life, I decided to become a nurse.”

She was chosen for her contributions to the quality of women’s healthcare in the North Country through her work with Planned Parenthood, in addition to many years of service to the community.

Wyckoff and her husband, Peter, have been generous supporters and volunteer with many local nonprofit organizations, including Grasse River Heritage, Garden Share and the SUNY Canton College Foundation. The Wyckoffs have donated funds to purchase laboratory equipment for the Nursing program and have endowed a scholarship for a nontraditional Nursing student.

“What I appreciate most about my time here at SUNY Canton was the kindness and support I received from the nursing administration and faculty, including my now friend Linda L. Fay,” Wyckoff said. “Luckily, now, I find myself in a position to pay back a little of the generosity I received 40 years ago, and I’m very happy to do so.”

She recalled being called into the Nursing Program Director’s office and being gently asked if she needed help buying a pair of nursing shoes after showing up for her first day of hospital clinical rotation in work boots.

“Kathy understands the hard work and determination required by so many SUNY Canton students to earn a degree, having followed that road herself to a successful career,” said Vice President for Advancement Anne M. Sibley.

Wyckoff is also a board member of the Northern New York Community Foundation, which assists local charitable organizations and provides scholarship funds for students in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties.

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The Natural When Áine McMorrow ’19 joined the women’s cross country team on a whim during her freshman year, no one would have believed she’d run away with a United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) national championship four months later.

A native of Knocklyon, Ireland, McMorrow chose SUNY Canton to pursue a Nursing degree. She signed up for the cross country team despite never running in a competitive race before arriving in the U.S. “I played a sport in Ireland called Gaelic football, which was pretty much my life,” she said. “So I needed something to fill that spot while I was at college.”

She began training to build her endurance, and when it came time for the season opener, McMorrow said she didn’t expect great results. To her surprise, she jumped out to a quick lead and finished first – well ahead of her competitors.

“I was kind of shocked,” she said. “I thought it was just beginner’s luck.”

Turns out, it wasn’t a fluke. McMorrow hit her stride and turned in stellar performances at the next six races, earning three first-place finishes. “Áine is one of the hardest working runners I’ve ever coached,” said women’s cross country head coach Kathryn Kennedy. “I would attribute her success to a combination of natural talent, determination and a strong work ethic.”

To close out her phenomenal rookie season, she traveled to Florida for a shot at the USCAA championship in November 2015. She would have to battle 90-degree heat and 119 other runners to earn the title.

“After the first few minutes of the race, I didn’t think I had a chance,” McMorrow said. "When I started passing competitors around the halfway point, I thought I might be able to win.”

Then the heat began taking its toll.

“I could feel the lactic acid building up in my legs, and my body started to give up on me,” she recalled.

She forged ahead and crossed the finish line to secure the championship.

“It didn’t sink in for a few hours that I’d won, honestly” she said. “Once people started congratulating me, it became real.”

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Áine McMorrow ’19

Guitar Hero One of the finest guitar workshops is located in a small unassuming green house in the hamlet of Whippleville, just outside of Malone. In the lower level, behind a cluttered and yet impeccably organized workbench, sits David R. Nichols ’63 meticulously cutting out a flat piece of mother-ofpearl to adorn his custom instruments.

Nichols, who grew up woodworking alongside his father in Waddington, has hand built guitars for the blues legend BB King and country superstar Johnny Cash. He has even built a series of guitars for ZZ Top and provided custom inlay work for Aerosmith.

The world-renowned luthier started his academic career by being dragged to the old campus by his father and forcibly enrolled in the Heating and Air Conditioning program. “My father was friends with the dean, Albert French,” Nichols said. “I didn’t really have much of a choice in the matter.”

He studied with some of the most memorable figures in SUNY Canton’s history, including Distinguished Professors Harry E. King and Elwood “Jack” Nicholson, who he recalled with the affectionate monikers of Harry Heat and Jack Frost. “They were the ones who taught me the value of education,” he recalled. “They were the ones who taught me it was worth it.”

After SUNY Canton, Nichols went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from SUNY Oswego and his doctorate from Syracuse University.

In the early 60s, he helped Pennsylvania-based C.F. Martin & Co, rerelease a guitar with pearl inlay.

For the next several years, Nichols managed to do almost all of the custom inlay for the legendary American guitar company.

David Nichols ’63

Nichols has been recognized by Traditional Arts in Upstate New York (TAUNY) for his custom-made musical instruments and his creative contributions to musicians from around the world.

Most of his musical instruments are built during the winter months while he teaches others to learn his craft in one-week guitar making and inlay classes.

He even offers college credit-bearing internships for students who have an interest in learning his methods. He tours and plays with the bluegrass band David Nichols & Spare Change during the summer. “I’m slowing down,” he said in jest. “I only work 12 hours a day.”

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Inaugural Clemente Cup

SUNY Canton hosted some of the best talent in NCAA Division III baseball in Puerto Rico this year to compete for a title in the inaugural Clemente Cup. Named for the late Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente, the tournament was a collaboration between the Roberto Clemente Foundation and SUNY Canton's Assistant Baseball Coach Victor RiveraCollazo.

Roberto's grandson, Roberto “Bobby" Clemente III '18, is a sophomore and plays infield for the Roos.

A total of 10 collegiate teams from across the U.S. vied for the title. Although the Roos fell to Arcadia University in the final, Bobby said it was more than the competition that made the trip valuable. “I was able to show many of my teammates my home country,” he said. “They got a sense of Puerto Rican culture, and I think they really enjoyed it.”

Between games, the Roos held clinics for Puerto Rican youth, and tournament concession proceeds were donated to local little league organizations.

"It has been an honor to work with the Clemente Foundation and the commonwealth of Puerto Rico to establish this event," said Athletic Director Randy B. Sieminski. "Helping to pay tribute to a beloved baseball icon is something very special to us."

Plans to expand the tournament in 2017 are under way.

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Living Legacy Roberto "Bobby" Clemente III '18 (pictured right) is ably following in the footsteps of his late grandfather, Baseball Hall of Famer and humanitarian Roberto Clemente.

Not only has the SUNY Canton sophomore and Puerto Rican native inherited a love of baseball, but he also shares his famous relative's philanthropic spirit. Roberto Sr., a two-time World Series champ, was devoted to charity work and was tragically killed in a plane crash while attempting to deliver aid to earthquake-stricken Nicaragua in 1972.

When asked what his plans are beyond graduation, Bobby said he would like to join the fight to end world hunger.

“I would like to have a farm, where I can produce any kind of food, including meat, milk and vegetables,” he said. “With that, I’m planning to have an organization that can help people without food. We could ship it to any nation that needs help.”

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Athletics Tees Up Women’s Golf Program For the first time in college history, the Athletics Department has established an intercollegiate women’s golf program.

A four-member squad competed as a club team during the fall 2015 semester under the guidance of Head Coach Kevin Maginn, who has also led the men’s golf team for the past four years.

Athletic Director Randy B. Sieminski.

“Women’s golf is a dynamic addition to our sport offerings and we look forward to watching them compete.”

Sieminski added that Maginn’s leadership and coaching experience will be invaluable to building the program.

“Kevin’s knowledge and love of the game, along with his incredible teaching resume and nationwide golf contacts, will help our team reach their highest potential.”

“We’re off to a great start with four terrific student-athletes,” said Maginn. “We will recruit some additional solid players to round out the roster and become a fullfledged varsity team in fall 2016."

Women’s golf is the sixth sport the college has added in the past five years.

“Developing more athletic programs is an important component to our growth as new members of the NCAA Division III,” said

The SUNY Canton women’s golf team (from left to right): Tia M. Tassava ’19, Tess M. Adams ’19, Abbey Diabo ’17, Head Coach Kevin Maginn, and Rhea M. Coad ’17.

Men’s Basketball Finishes Remarkable Season 20-4 to beat Berea College in the consolation round.

“I’m very proud of what our team and Coach Jim Bechtel have accomplished,” said Athletic Director Randy B. Sieminski. “To qualify for the USCAA National Championship tournament and reach the 20-win mark is indicative of the dedication and commitment of our players.”

The SUNY Canton men’s basketball team turned in one of the best seasons in decades, posting an incredible 19 wins and only 3 losses in the regular season, and a 20-4 overall record.

The Roos launched their season with a nine-game winning streak, and standout performances by point guard

Sam Annorh ’17 and forward Romario Fletcher ’17 helped secure crucial wins.

A 19-3 record earned them a sixth seed in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) National Championship tournament. They fell to Concordia College 70-66 in the opening-round game, but came back

The Roos finished the year with the best win percentage since the 1977-1978 team went 24-3. Kevin E. Daugherty ’78 was part of coach Erich L. vonSchiller’s squad during that successful season.

“The Athletics Department and Coach Bechtel have done an outstanding job in turning the men’s basketball program into a winner,” Daugherty said.

“Congratulations to the team on a great season.”

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HONOR ROLL OF DONORS 2016

u o y k n a h T for your support.

CANTON COLLEGE FOUNDATION Acknowledging all gifts and pledges received between July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016 TRUSTEE'S COUNCIL $100,000 OR MORE College Association, Inc. PRESIDENT'S COUNCIL $50,000 - $99,999 Robert C. '60 and Margaret T. Rogers DIRECTOR'S COUNCIL $25,000-$49,999 Polaris Industries Fred Sibley Student Government Association DEAN'S CLUB $10,000 - $24,999 Barbara Burnham '46 William D. Demo '57 Bernard C. '65 and Jane Regan Thomas P. '66 and Claire Woodside Sheila K. Smith '82 A.W. Collins Corporation Daniel G. and Linda Fay Richard C. Randol St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union 1906 SOCIETY $1,906 - $9,999 Charles H. '49 and Margaret '50 Alexander John L. '49, Sr. and Nelta Halford Douglas M. Simon '50 Carol S. Rosenberg '53 Barbara R. Wilder '53, '70 Glenn C. Werlau '57 Alfred L. Sovie '58 D. Edgar '59 and Clara Cloce James C. '60 and Grace Parks Stanley J. Riordan '64 Gerard Desormeau '65 Guilford D. White '68 Daniel J. '75 and Margaret C. Sweeney Fergal I. Foley '80 John G. Duken '81 Eric M. Dana '91 Dennis E. Tuper '02 Blevins Ford, Inc. Canton-Potsdam Hospital Preston C. and Joan G. Carlisle Roger E. Catlin Claxton Hepburn Medical Center Colton Volunteer Fire Department Corporation Corning Incorporated Foundation Betty J. Evans Beth A. Grace Michael L. and Peggy Sue Levato North Country Savings Bank

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It was an exciting year at SUNY Canton. Thanks to your support, the College was able to deliver an enriching educational environment for every student. Your gifts totalled an outstanding $669,204 and each dollar helped to fund scholarships, improve facilities, offer research opportunities and so much more. We are proud to have each and every one of you in our corner. You should be proud of what you’ve helped us accomplish. Thank you for helping to secure SUNY Canton’s future as a leader in higher education for years to come.

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Tom Coakley Celebrated for Distinguished Service

The SUNY Canton College Council selected Thomas F. Coakley (right) as SUNY Canton’s 2016 Distinguished Citizen for his decades of service to the College and the community.

Coakley stepped down from the Canton College Foundation Board of Directors in 2016 after 35 years, during which time he served as Chair from 1988 to 1996 and Treasurer from 2013 to 2016.

In addition to his support and advocacy for SUNY Canton, he has also shared his leadership skills and financial knowledge with a number of local organizations, including Canton-Potsdam Hospital and the boards of both Canton and St. Lawrence County chambers of commerce.

Coakley is a previous recipient of the Canton College Foundation’s Community Leadership Award and was inducted into the SUNY Canton AFTER in CANTON 17 Hall of Fame 2013. Fall 2016 Magazine

Bernard A. Cox '60 Henry L. Dominy '60 Diane Z. Herder '60 Elizabeth S. Jones '60 Roger C. Trick '60 William Waldruff '60 Alson T. '61 and Mary Ann Caswell William Hauck '61 Phyllis Shimmel '61 ROO'S CLUB James L. Todd '61 (LESS THAN $100) Sharon L. Burke '62 Arloween L. Wilmarth '38 Lawrence E. Burnett '62 Frederick C. Jones '42 Neil J. Denbleyker '62 Edward H. Warren '42 Peter E. Feisthamel '62 Leland F. Kerr '43 Ernest Lapine '62 Phyllis Lee Bloomquist '47 James K. Tuggey '62 John T. Cowdery '47 Florence Walter '62 Timothy J. Kenefick '49 Reginald F. Chester '63 Mayfred G. McClelland '49 David M. Gibson '63 Robert F. Sementelli '49 John J. Griffin '63 Paul D. De Palma '50 Joseph T. Karkut '63 Merle Fiske '50 Jack A. '63 and Jean W. '65 Rase Chris '50 and Vivian '50 Moustakis Raymond H. Sharp '63 Robert A. Paradise '50 Larry D. Carpenter '64 James C. Taylor '50 Robert W. Collins '64 Kenneth E. Teetsel '50 Jean R. Eichelberger '64 Kenneth W. Bird '51 Gerald P. Genier '64 John O. Boyd '51 Steven Harter '64 Anita Piedimonte '51 Donna Infield '64 Eleanor N. Bellows '52 William McAdoo '64 Eleanor J. Goldacker '52 Alan S. Messie '64 Jane C. Fallon '53 Harley A. Simmons '64 Janet Pike '53 Edward J. Skiff '64 William H. Jaquis '54 Robert L. Swartz '64 Constance McLaughlin '54 Robert F. Atwood '65 Owen F. '54 and Audrey A. Thomas A. Chrzanowski '65 VanBrocklin Bartolo N. Dimento '65 Keith Williams '54 William E. Fisher '65 Audrey S. Kimmel '55 David P. Graham '65 Richard E. Laurin '55 Rene P. Hart '65 Carol J. Streit '55 D. Richard Lambert '65 Leon K. Canell '56 Samuel Martin '65 William J. Davis '56 Linden T. Snyder '65 Dale A. Farrington '56 Charles A. Storrin '65 Harold J. Kirschner '56 James R. Wainwright '65 James T. Plumb '56 Oliver N. Blaise '66 Anthony R. Leana '57 Donald C. Bristol '66 James P. Sayer '57 Herbert V. Bullock '66 Arthur Sumbler '57 Sandra Burgett '66 Daphna Williams '57 Ann M. Crandall '66 John V. Bedell '58 Jeanne M. Danzig '66 Brenda Worley Kenneth C. Wurster Jack T. and Margaret D. Wylie David L. Yetter Jeffrey S. and Sandra E. Yost Richard Yule

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CLASS NOTES

Thank you to those who sent an update for this edition of Class Notes. If you would like to be included in the next edition of After Canton, send us an email at alumni@canton.edu.

All submissions are edited for length before publishing.

50s Robert E. ’50 and Elizabeth A. (Gregg) ’51 Vaughn, have lived in Fulton for most of their lives. Robert was the Manager of the Baldwinsville Farmers Co-Op for 32 years until his retirement in 1992. Together they have five children, ten grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

Ernest J. Salley ’51, Goodyear, Ariz., recently celebrated the birth of his 18th great-grandchild. He lost his wife of 64 years in 2015. Ernest toured Europe, the UK and Ireland for six weeks with his son. He recently traveled Italy with his granddaughter for two weeks.

Clark P. ’54 and Vivian (Fulton) ’54 Trerise, Colton, were married in 1955 and recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They have three daughters who also are SUNY Canton graduates: Susan K. (Trerise) Scott ’77, Janet T. (Trerise) Bickford ’78 and Rebecca A. (Trerise) Bartkus ’87.

Arthur Rankin ’55, Chateaugay, is a member of the SUNY Canton Alumni Association Board of Directors. He worked closely with Evan Dana in the field of poultry science and was employed by Agrimark for many years as a dairy inspector. He is also involved with the Knights of Columbus and the Franklin County Fair.

Barbara E. (Megan) Jahn ’56, Casselberry, Fla., wrote and illustrated a book for grieving children in 2014, called “Valentina's Star.” The book is available on Amazon. Barbara will be 80 this summer and says she is feeling great.

She sends her love to all her old college friends.

60s Madeline W. Martin ’61, Milton, Vt., relocated to Vermont after 30 years of Florida living.

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Jean E. (Hull) Christensen ’64, Glennville, Ga., has two daughters and three grandsons. She works part time in a law firm and is a hospice volunteer.

Peter M. ’65 and Patricia L. (Winn) ’66 Brower, Dalton, Mass., are semi-retired and preparing for their first trip to Ireland.

William L. Face, Jr. ’66, Waterford, is retired and living near Albany. He also has a retirement home near Winchester, Va. Robert A. Theriault ’66, Parker, Colorado, married Nancy Lee Dicken in 1976. They have two sons, Zachary and Spencer, and two grandsons, Landon and Easton. Robert earned degrees from the University of Bridgeport and Frostburg State University. He worked for Goodyear Tire for 39 years and retired in 2007.

Edward G. Bailey, Jr. ’69, St. Petersburg, Fla., recently retired from the U.S. Department of Labor as an economist/ statistician. He is enjoying his retirement by traveling the world.

70s Madeleine (Baldi) K. ’70 and Maurizio ’71 Cacciotti, Brewster, recently celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary. Maddi retired from teaching middle school English seven years ago, and Maurizio retired three years ago from commodity brokerage. They have three children and two grandchildren.

Robert B. LaBelle ’68, Champlain, is a grandfather for the second time. He spends the winters at his second home near Tucson, Ariz.

Rosella (Todd) Valentine ’68, Leesburg, Fla., and her husband, John, have been traveling abroad during retirement.

Pictured is Rosella in Venice, after a recent trip to Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro. She has been a member of the SUNY Canton College Foundation for 39 years.

Robert L. Baxter ’71, Poughkeepsie, retired from teaching but is involved in construction and real estate development with his son and daughter.

Together, they opened the Millhouse Brewing Company two years ago and are working on a larger distribution center and brewing center.

Albert Buse ’71, East Granby, Conn., and his wife, Barbara, have four grandchildren. They have been living in Connecticut for about 30 years and just returned from a vacation in Hawaii.

Wayne J. Fitzpatrick ’72 is a Maryknoll Missioner with the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America, Inc. He recently earned a certificate in Geriatric Care Management from Misericordia University. A Malone native, he was recently appointed Managing Director of Senior Care and Transition Services for Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers.

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Peter A. Chiavetta Sr. ’73, Brant, opened a small restaurant, which his nephew manages. He served 40 years as a volunteer firefighter and EMT. He has nine grandchildren.

George E. French III, ’73, Wetumpka, Kan., lost his wife, Rosemary, after 42 years of marriage. She is dearly missed but always in his heart.

Lucinda (Cindy) B. (Harding) Traynor ’73, Rochester, and her husband, Tom, moved their houseboat from the Mississippi River to the Erie Canal. They spend six months living aboard and traveling on the canal.

Larry Vaughan ’73, Watertown, is a member of the SUNY Canton Alumni Association Board of Directors. He majored in Mechanical Technology.

Larry joined the board because he feels the association is vital to continuing the College’s quality academic programs.

Dale S. Howe ’79, Yokohama, Japan, recently accepted a history teaching position at the American School in Tokyo.

James A. Hughes ’79, Port Henry, recently celebrated 30 years of service to the Port Henry Fire Department. He is currently the Fire Chief and has held the position since 2010. He was appointed as Deputy Fire Coordinator of Essex County in 2013. In 2015 he was named the Firefighter of the Year by the Port Henry Fire Department.

William M. Vail, Jr. ’79, Orlando, Fla., retired from the funeral business after 34 years as an embalmer/manager. He has been married since 1990 and has five cats. He enjoys playing golf and ice hockey in his spare time.

Maj. Gen. Fergal Foley ’80, Hopewell Junction, is a member of the SUNY Canton Alumni Association Board of Directors. He graduated with an Associate Degree in Retail Business Management and is grateful for the academic experience that SUNY Canton provided. He is currently a Property Manager for the U.S. General Services Administration.

John T. Nasci ’81, Rome, works for the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.

90s Jennie H. (Ramsay) Flanagan ’90, ’93, and ’06, Hermon, is employed at SUNY Canton as a Professor in the Nursing program. She is also the Director of Compliance and Accreditation at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center. Jennie is a member of the SUNY Canton Alumni Association Board of Directors, is a Roos Athletic Association Board Member and serves as a Healthcare Compliance/ Legal Nurse Consultant.

Susan (Watson) Voelkers ’81, Hampton, Va., studied Criminal Justice at SUNY Canton and went on to continue her education at SUNY Brockport. She was a social worker for 17 years and is now a Meals Coordinator for the Peninsula Agency on Aging.

Lee-Ann A. (Woodward) Berst ’82, Raleigh, N.C., and her daughter, Ashley, are producing a groundbreaking documentary film called “Pioneers in Skirts.” Set to premiere in 2016, it is an inspiring story of young women who are pioneering in their careers.

Vernon P. James ’85, Saranac Lake, retired as a plumbing and heating contractor in 2013 after more than 24 years. He now is employed by the Saranac Lake School District.

William A. Myers ’86, Marion, is a former Heritage Hall resident assistant.

He earned his Ph.D. in Education from Prescott College in Arizona and has worked for the past 11 years in higher education with the Rochester Institute of Technology and Keuka College. Dr. Myers is currently the Senior Director of Global Academic Initiatives for Keuka College and travels regularly to China and Vietnam. Bill is married to Constance (Case) Myers ’87.

Kathleen L. (McLean) Ogborn ’89, Oneonta, was recognized by the Association of Veterinary Technician Educators with the Elsevier Award for Teaching Excellence. She is an Associate Professor in the Veterinary Science Technology program at SUNY Delhi.

Dean H. Briggs ’91, Terry, Miss., works for Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. as a Chief Estimator. He and his wife, Amanda, are proud parents of triplets born May 20, 2015. Shown are Dylan (left), Dakota (middle) and Trevor (right). Dean and Amanda also have a three-year-old daughter, Mackenna.

Michael J. Janssen, ’91, Henderson, Nev., recently started his 20th year at the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Works. He started his career as a Junior Civil Engineer and was recently promoted to Deputy Director where he manages the Transportation Engineering Division.

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Dale F. Barker ’04, ’06, Edwards, was diagnosed with kidney cancer and had surgery in April to have his left kidney removed. He recently marched with the Believe 271 organization, which provides financial assistance to volunteer firefighters who suffer from life-threatening illnesses. He has been a volunteer firefighter for more than 28 years.

Wayne G. Parrow ’98, Coxsackie, is shown signing the final steel beam of the new University of Buffalo Medical School. Wayne was the Senior Project Coordinator for the SUNY Construction Fund on this project. He received his Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from SUNY Canton and is a 2004 alum of the University of Buffalo where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

William Blasko ’99, Morrisville, N.C., was promoted to Network Consulting Engineer at Cisco Systems. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from East Carolina University in 2014. Bill and his wife have a one-yearold son, Owen.

Danial R. Rice ’04 and ’13, Frederick, Md., is employed by Wabtec Railway Electronics as a Systems Engineer.

He graduated from the Electrical Engineering Technology program in 2004 and the Industrial Technology Management program in 2013.

Daniel R. McOwen ’12, Humble, Texas, received his Master’s degree in Professional Studies from George Washington University in 2014. He began a new career in Texas working as a Corporate Compliance Paralegal for Gensco Aircraft Tires.

Kevin G. Boomhower ’14, Rensselaer, works for Environmental Facilities Corporation as an analyst. He will be returning to school to earn his MBA.

Molly A. O’Connor ’14, Gansevoort, is a Financial Services Representative with Foresters Financial.

Blake A. Starner ’02, Liberty, was promoted to Sergeant for the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office where he has worked since 2004.

Lynnette Lessley ’15, LaFargeville, returned to SUNY Canton to pursue a Nursing degree. She is employed as a Ward Clerk/Tech at River Hospital.

Lynette is pictured here on her first night of nursing rotation.

Travis H. Dawley ’03, Baldwinsville, and his wife had their first child in May 2016. Travis serves on the Electrical Technologies Advisory Board at SUNY Canton.

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K a t h e r y n L a Fa v e - L i n c o l n ’ 1 4 , Ogdensburg, is employed by CantonPotsdam Hospital as a Registered Nurse in the Endoscopy Unit. Prior to that, she worked for Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center.

Trisha L. (Sterling) Smith ’00, West Winfield, married TSgt. John L. Smith October 30, 2015.

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Steven F. Wozniak ’09 and Erin L. Orvis ’10, Redwood, were engaged in Bermuda July 2015. Their wedding will be held in 2018.

Bradley W. Marmon ’12, Fayetteville, has been employed by the Rescue Mission Alliance of Syracuse, Inc. as the Director of Safety for the past two years. He recently purchased his first home in Fayetteville.

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Daniel W. Major, Jr. ’03, Potsdam, earned an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and joined the Canton Village Police Department. He is now employed by the New York State Police and is stationed in Canton. Daniel has a 12-year-old son and 5-year-old daughter.

have two daughters. John is a Criminal Investigator for the City of Shreveport Police Department and Krista is a Secretary for the City of Shreveport.

Amanda L. (Rockwell) ’05 and Jason D. ’05 Burke, Tully, had their first child, Liam, July 8, 2015. Pictured is Liam during his first Christmas.

John M. ’06 and Krista L. (Walters) ’06 Madjerick, Shreveport, La., both graduated with bachelor’s degrees from the Criminal Investigation program. They

IN MEMORY ALUMNI

Sarah H. (Hudson) Wilcox ’40 Jane H. (Hall) Blakeslee ’41 Mary B. (Spencer) Safford ’41 Mary W. (Sweet) Ryan ’49 Mary Jane (Donovan) Downs ’50 James A. Whitlock ’50 Thomas Nowacki ’51 Paul M. Windrath ’51 Jacqueline (Bossuot) Fox ’52 Burton MacKenzie, Jr. ’52 Anne McMann ’52 Betty G. (White) Merriman ’54 Jeanne (Cavaiola) Armstrong ’55 Edmond C. Jenkins ’55 Phyllis Marlette ’55 Jerome A. McCarthy ’55 Robert G. Parker, Jr. ’55 Wayne A. Bertrand ’56 Adelard Boyer ’56 Arlington L. Morey ’56 John G. Furnia ’57 Eugene LaBombard ’57 Robert H. McIlory ’58 Ida Conant ’59 Gary M. Jones ’60 Eric Seablom ’60 Andrew Widay ’61 Rodney K. Wolstenholme ’62 R. Frank Bissell ’63 Richard Mace ’63 Robert N. Platt ’64 Victoria D. (Cline) Legault ’65 Eugene A. Williams ’65 Calvin Griswold ’68 Phillip C. Coller ’69 Garth E. King ’70

Jay W. Mindnich ’70 Alfred Sheard, Jr. ’70 Michael George ’71 Keith A. Hart ’71 James M. Stevenson ’71 Franklin J. Boyd ’72 Clarence Collins ’72 Timothy Clouthier ’73 Maurice G. Glaude, Jr. ’74 Mark Piekarski ’74 Mark A. Kormanyos ’77 Lucinda M. LaFrance ’84 Ian M. Scott-Ellis ’86 Bradley D. Colbert ’95 Shaun M. O’Brien ’98 Ryan J. McConnell ’02

Donald R. Pomerville ’02 Tommy L. Austin ’04 Brett D. Grandaw ’07 Maryann Reid ’10 Cory R. Sharlow ’10, ’11, & ’14 Jenny S. Bush ’16 Shashe Tinsley ’16

FRIENDS

Janette Carman Carson A. Emhof Ruth A. Kerr Richard W. (Dick) O’Brien Charles N. Partlow Pamela S. Short

Memorial Rock The College’s Student Government Association revealed a new monument Feb. 2, called the Memorial Rock, located in the campus Peace Garden. The association has established the memorial as a place of reflection, remembrance, and celebration of life. The plaque on the rock says, “Forever Remembered, Forever Missed.”

Create a Lasting Legacy You can make a gift to SUNY Canton that costs you nothing now! By making a gift through your will, retirement fund or life insurance, you will leave a legacy for future generations. You can also make a gift that provides you or a loved one with income for life. Some of the options are: • Bequests • Beneficiary designation • Charitable remainder trust • Charitable gift annuity • Retained life estate A member of our planned giving team can help you determine the right gift for you. Call us at (800) 8116727 or send an e-mail to foundation@canton.edu. You can also find details at www.cantongiving.org.

Payson-Martin Society The Payson-Martin Society honors alumni and friends who have made plans to benefit SUNY Canton through their estate or a life-income gift. It is named for two extraordinary benefactors in recognition of the vital role donors have played in shaping SUNY Canton. We applaud all those who have joined, and welcome others to likewise make a commitment to SUNY Canton and our mission of providing high quality, affordable, career-focused college education.

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