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College Suites at Hudson Valley is now open and accepting prospective students from the Capital Region.

Earlier this month, College Suites sponsored an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate its opening.

About 100 people attended this event, and each heard from special guest speakers, including Michael Yevoli, the Regional Director of the Capital District Empire State Development, who spoke on behalf of Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Rensselaer Deputy County Executive Chris Meyer, New York State Assemblyman John McDonald III, City of Troy Mayor Patrick Madden, Hudson Valley President Andrew Matonak, and The United Group of Companies Inc. President and CEO Michael Uccellini.

The College Suites began construction in 2016 and was completed this past July. The complex is a $24 million, 3-story, 147,610 square-foot student housing com-

The $24 million student housing has officially opened for the 2017 Fall semester.

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President Andrew Matonak’s welcome to the community

This Week’s Events

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Welcome Week Experience: Group Fair Day Extended Hours for Service Offices 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Recruiter on Campus: Valet Park of America 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Siek Campus Center, First Floor Lobby Men’s Basketball Preseason Meeting 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm McDonough Sports Complex, Room 202 Academic Advisement/ Community Outreach 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Albany Public Library’s Washington Ave. Branch (161 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY), Second Floor Men’s Lacrosse Preseason Meeting 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm McDonough Sports Complex, Room 202

Thurs Welcome Week Experience: Group 31 Fair Day

Extended Hours for Service Offices 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Men’s and Women’s Golf Pre-season Meeting 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm McDonough Sports Complex, Room 202

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Welcome Week Experience: Music and Ice Cream

Welcome (or welcome back!) to Hudson Valley Community College for the start of the Fall 2017 semester. I always appreciate the Hudsonian’s offer to write a short column for its first edition of the year, and today I’d like to focus on an issue that’s been widely discussed recently.

The ideas of acceptance, tolerance, inclusion and diversity have taken center stage in our nation’s media and political landscape over the past several weeks, and I want to take this opportunity to reiterate that those values are a core element of our campus culture.

One of the greatest strengths of Hudson Valley Community College is its diversity and its ability to inform, educate and enrich all of us: students, faculty and staff. We are both first generation college students and lifelong learners.

We are from places like Clifton Park or Troy and also from China or Nigeria. We may be refugees fleeing a crisis in our home country or have deep roots right here in the Capital Region.

No matter where we come from, we come together—more than 12,000 individuals from all walks of life and with a wide

range of backgrounds and experiences—to make Hudson Valley a place where we can learn not only in the classroom, but from the people around us every day.

We are a community comprised of many differences for sure, but we share a common purpose and commitment to learn, teach and improve within an environment of mutual respect and acceptance. We have a great deal to learn from each other, and our diversity does not divide us. In fact, it can be one of our greatest teachers, if we let it.

As we get our semester started, I’d like all of us to reflect on how we can learn from our varied and unique backgrounds, perspectives and beliefs. I encourage everyone to be open to people who may at first seem different than you.

If we actively work toward creating a culture of acceptance and inclusion, we will discover that, despite perceived or surface differences, our diversity makes us a stronger community.

The State University of New York’s Chancellor, Dr. Nancy Zimpher, and the SUNY Board of Trustees Chairman H. Carl McCall put out a joint statement earlier this month that bears re-

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President Matonak reassures students that our campus is a widely-accepting place for any individual with social diversity being a core element to the school’s culture.

peating. Here’s an excerpt: “As the largest system of public higher education serving New York State, we have the capacity— and what’s more, we have a responsibility—to serve as a model community, one that ensures acCOURTESY OF TIMES UNION

Labor day – College Closed Fall 2017 Evening On-Campus Classes Begin Extended Hours for Service Offices 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Men’s and Women’s Bowling Pre-season Meeting 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm McDonough Sports Complex, Room 202

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ceptance in all forms. Guided by our founding principles and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy, we must continue our work to ensure these commitments are upheld and that all feel safe and welcome within SUNY, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.

SUNY’s commitment to sustaining a safe and welcoming climate for all of our constituencies has never been stronger.”

Those words hold true here at Hudson Valley. I encourage you to take them to heart, and if you have any ideas on the topic, I invite you to share them with me and our new Chief Diversity Officer, Ainsley Thomas. We are always striving to make Hudson Valley a welcoming community where everyone can thrive.

Once again, welcome to the Fall 2017 semester, and welcome to the Hudson Valley family!

- Drew

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Editor-in-Chief extends an invitation

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Editor-in-Chief, Julio Rodriguez, welcomes the student body for the start of the Fall 2017 semester.

Dear HVCC students, Welcome to all of the newly-minted Vikings. I extend an invitation to all incoming students to join and participate in the shared productivity of our club.

The Hudsonian provides an outlet for students to meet some new friends, write stories, take photos and earn money in the process. We’re looking for new writers, photographers and editors.

You do not need any past experience in journalism to join the club. Anyone with a passion for writing or photography is more than welcome to take part.

You too can be a small part of the Hud family, but you have to put yourself out there. The Hudsonian can be your home for the next two years if you are willing to put in the work.

College is made of moments.

Good, bad and ugly ones. As that may be, your time at HVCC is a special time that you should cherish and look back on with pride.

I encourage you to join a club on campus and try new things.

After all, isn’t that what college is all about?

“It is the policy of Hudson Valley Community College, through the publication of The Hudsonian, to keep the campus informed of school and local news and events. The main objective of The Hudsonian is to inform the HVCC community and teach students how to report news and publish a newspaper, in accordance with generally accepted journalistic principles.” - Constitution of The Hudsonian In the past, The Hudsonian was recognized as a top two-year periodical in the nation. Last spring, the newspaper received

third place honors nationally at the College Media Association National College Media Convention in New York, NY on March 14, 2017.

In 2015, the paper placed ninth overall in the newly-expanded category for two-year college newspapers in Austin, TX. There were more than 50 entries in the category. In 2014, The Hudsonian placed fourth in the competition for two-year school tabloids.

If the above sounds appealing, please attend our meetings to learn more.

You can meet all of us at our weekly meetings every Monday in ADM 107 at 2:00 p.m.

I hope to see you all there, Julio Rodriguez Editor-In-Chief

Student Senate president encourages engagement on campus With summer’s end just around the corner, students from colleges across the nation are preparing for the start of their classes.

Hudson Valley Community College begins classes for the fall of 2017 on Monday, Aug. 28. With the first week of classes, comes HVCC’s welcome week: five days of food, games, karaoke, movies, club fairs and much more.

The activities, food and informational opportunities are the perfect mix of events that will ease the college transition. Welcome Week is essentially an opportunity for students to get out there and explore the possibilities on campus, while having fun.

Both incoming students and returning students will be able to find information about clubs, volunteer programs, events and all the other great opportunities that Hudson Valley Community College offers. Aside from being informative, Welcome Week will also be a great time for students to interact with other students and meet new friends.

It is essential for students to have the opportunity to enjoy an event such as this, and it is an excellent start to the fall semester.

Events created for the students, such as Welcome Week, are one of the things that makes Hudson Valley Community College such a unique and engaging college.

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Savasta highlights the importance of involvement at Hudson Valley.

HVCC has a reputation for providing excellent academic and community involvement opportunities. These are among the reasons why I chose to enroll at this college. Being the President of Student Senate and the student trustee on the Board of Trustees has opened a lot of doors for me to strive for making a positive in-

fluence on this college.

Myself, and my fellow executive board members (Thomas Nevins, Max Morand and Kyle Hudson) have a list of goals that we would like to accomplish over the school year. These goals were created with the intent to not only make the students’ time here more enjoyable, but also to make

improvements for the college overall. We plan to push for more student involvement, because we agree that it has had such a significant impact on our lives.

Because involvement with HVCC has helped me tremendously, I am passionate about other students being able to be positively affected as well. I have

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found more opportunities that will allow me to reach my life goals and I have been able to grow as a person. I certainly owe a lot to this college and all the wonderful people that are a part of it.

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Welcome Week plans include fun under the sun

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By: Hunter Wallace News Editor

Monday, Aug. 28: Fun Day Monday Fun Day Monday begins at 8:30 a.m., with breakfast (assorted pastries and whole fruit) in the Siek Campus Center and Williams Hall, until 9:30 a.m. From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., students can listen to karaoke by DJ Cool Cat and visit a senate table by the veteran’s memorial, to learn about clubs, trips and other senate-sponsored activities. Following that, students can meet campus leaders during an open Student Senate meeting in the Siek Campus Center lobby from 2-3 p.m. Chips and dip will be served. *Inclement weather location for outdoor activities: Siek Campus Center Lobby

Tuesday, Aug. 29: Welcome Back BBQ Day Breakfast (see above) will again be served from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Siek Campus Center and Williams Hall. From 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., students can attend the “Welcome Back BBQ” in the Student Pavilion. Here, they can enjoy games, have caricatures drawn and eat barbecue chicken, corn on the cob, macaroni salad, cookies, brownies, cotton candy and snow cones, all while listening to jazz by “Art D’Echo Trio.” *Inclement weather location for outdoor activities: Ice Ring

Assimilating at Hudson Valley is made easier with the annual Welcome Week festivities in full swing.

Wednesday, Aug. 30: Group Fair Day From 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., students can visit the clock tower to meet campus club leaders and advisors, enjoy snow cones, see a balloon artist in action, pick up a pedometer step counter, and dance to the sounds of Erin Harkes Band. Pizza, pasta salad, cookies and beverages will be served. *Inclement weather location for outdoor activities: Siek Campus Center Lobby

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Thursday, Aug. 31: Sport Challenge Day Starting at 11:30 a.m., students can visit the Siek Campus Center to participate in the “Basketball Coach Free Throw Competition” and “Football Coach Quarterback Challenge,” compete at Kan Jam, receive free sports accessories, watch or play in the open volleyball game and play whiffle ball with Hudson Valley College President Drew Matonak. Students can also enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, cookies, cotton candy, snow cones and beverages, while listening to world jazz by “Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius and Heard.” Finally, students can watch “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,” which will play at the Maureen Stapleton Theatre, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. *Inclement weather location for outdoor activities: Ice Ring

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Welcome week offers students a chance to meet new people, as well as learn about our campus’ many resources.

Friday, Sept. 1: Ice Cream Sundae on Friday This year’s Welcome Week concludes at the Marvin Library.

Students who arrive here between 11 a.m. - noon can make their own ice cream sundaes. Eli Hetko & The Five Mile String Band will be playing American roots music from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

With that, Welcome Week 2017 officially commences. *Inclement weather location for outdoor activities: Siek Campus Center Lobby Students will have access to an assortment of free food, games and activities throughout the entire first week of the semester.

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By: Julio Rodriguez Editor-in-Chief

• Take the time to join a club The first year of college can be a stressful time, but you don’t have to go through it alone. The clubs on campus are always looking to gain new members, and you’ll be able to make some friends along the way.

• Remember, college is not high school The days of handing papers in late without any penalty are over. Welcome! You are now officially a student at an institution of higher education.

Slacking off will result in less than favorable grades. Remember to stay on track. For example, consider reading the syllabus ahead of time to prepare yourself for the upcoming material.

• Always arrive well before your class starts I’m not sure if you’ve noticed quite yet, but the campus parking is impossible. So, I would recommend arriving at least twenty minutes before your class starts to ensure that you’ll have time to walk to your building.

Organization is a key element to success in college. Hudson Valley offers a variety of services to help students stay on top of their work.

• Listen during syllabus week Syllabus week might seem boring and unnecessary, but you will come to find that you’ll need to actually adhere to the syllabus in order to be successful throughout the semester. Look ahead at due dates, submission policies and other class-specific information to ensure that you’re on top of the ball.

• Go to your professor’s office hours Professors at Hudson Valley want to meet with you and answer your questions. Take the time to visit them during their office hours. You should especially feel inclined to visit if you’re struggling to understand a certain topic covered in class.

• Make sure you take advantage of campus resources If you’re new to college, asking for help is not a bad thing. There are resources, such as the Learning Assistance Center and the Marvin Library Writing Lab, available to students to help ease the transition into college academics.

• Take classes that challenge you It’s easy to take classes that aren’t too rigorous in nature. Strive to take classes that will be intellectually challenging. Receiving a high grade in a more difficult class will give you a sense of pride that is truly unmatched.

• Leave the past behind and take this time to grow You’re no longer surrounded by the same distractions that often plague a high school setting.

You’re really on your own and it’s your time to prove your worth. Forget the past and learn to focus on your own success.

• Be wary of the Mazzone chicken strips and fries I’ll admit it, the chicken and fries platter is ecstasy-inducing. However, the aftermath of such enjoyment is not as favorable. The platter is delicious, but the grease is deadly. So be cautious with your food choices in the campus center.

Overall, try to diversify your diet to include all major food groups or you will live to regret it.

• Be prepared to deal with blackboard Blackboard will likely crash multiple times throughout the semester, so prepare yourself. If you find yourself overwhelmed and frustrated, walk away from the computer and revisit a few hours later. The problems are usually resolved quickly.

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New degree program promotes community health By: Hunter Wallace News Editor Beginning this fall, students at Hudson Valley can enroll in one of two new programs in Community Health Navigation.

The college’s new Community Health Navigation degree and certificate programs were created with the goal of changing community outreach and lowering overall health care costs.

“Community health navigators educate, motivate and empower their clients, as they work with patients and providers to connect others with services and provide support for those having difficulty navigating the healthcare system,” said Patricia Hyland, chair of Hudson Valley’s Cardiorespiratory and Emergency Medicine Department, in an email interview.

“Both the Alliance for Better Health Care and Better Health for Northeast NY (BHNNY) have elaborated the need for qualified trained community health navigators,” she said.

Students that enroll in one of these two programs can expect

to complete lecture-style courses, coupled with an internship during their last semester that provides a hands-on application of what they have learned.

Upon completion of these two programs, students will possess both the knowledge and skills that will prepare them for future endeavors.

“Graduates will possess a broad base of knowledge that spans health care, community health, health insurance, human services, health literacy and chronic diseases, and they will also have critical skills that will enable them to be advocates for the population they serve,” said Hyland.

“Ultimately, students will have a deep understanding of community health and the overall health system, meaning that their clients can gain appropriate health resources, reduce the possibility of being hospitalized and improve their quality of life,” she said.

Students that complete these programs may find work in hospitals, insurance companies, community organizations and physi-

cian practices.

Additionally, those who choose to continue their education after Hudson Valley can transfer to bachelor’s programs in Health Care Management at Maria College, Public Health or Healthcare Administration at Excelsior College or Social Welfare at SUNY Albany. Additional agreements with SUNY Potsdam and Empire State College are also being negotiated.

It is predicted that this field of work will continue to grow.

“The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the job market for this field will continue to grow at the faster-than-average rate of 13 percent from 2014-2024, with an anticipated growth of approximately 15,600 jobs over that time,” said Hyland.

Hyland believes that these new programs will benefit the students, clients and the overall field of health care itself.

“I believe that, since HVCC will be the first to offer these certificate and degree programs in NYS, it will make a significant difference in the future of patients and the health care system,” said

Hyland. “I believe that the public and our community of interest will be very appreciative of our efforts and so our public image should be enhanced,” she said.

Both programs are offered through the college’s Cardiorespiratory and Emergency Medicine

Department. For more information, contact the department by phone at (518) 629-7454, by email, via department chairperson, at p.hyland@hvcc.edu or in person at 400 Jordan Road, Suite B (Second Floor).

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munity, located on the corner of Morrison and Vandenburg Avenue, including enough space for 268 students in 72 fully furnished apartment suites.

Some features include a fitness center, laundry facility, digital computer studio, bike storage, study and lounge areas and onsite management offices. College Suites are currently signing licenses for the 2017 fall semester.

“College Suites at Hudson Valley will provide a priceless opportunity for students to benefit, learn and grow from a well-rounded, independent living experience while attending college,” said Michael DiGiacomo, regional manager at United Plus Property Management.

“Residents have their own private bedroom in two- or four-bedroom suites that are fully furnished and include flat screen televisions and free high-speed internet, but that is not all; our “Live.Learn.Relax.” program offers monthly events that are designed for students to meet fellow residents and enjoy exciting entertainment,” he said.

DiGiacomo also reflected on his experience with this project.

“This has been a very meaningful and exciting project for all of us at United Group, especially with our corporate office within minutes of College Suites at Hudson Valley,” said DiGiacomo. “We have been eager to once again leave our creative footprint on such a beautiful city and, with the full support from the college, the City of Troy and the county gov-

ernment, it’s very fulfilling to officially introduce our community to College Suites,” he said.

DiGiacomo also mentioned that several Hudson Valley Community College athletes recently moved into the student housing community and assisted with the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

College Suite’s ceremony did not conclude without a historical side note; two time capsules, dated 1941 and 1960, were discovered during the demolition of the Immaculate Conception Seminary and were opened thereafter.

“We’re eager to welcome students in the coming weeks and serve as a positive addition in our community, as well as help meet the demand for conveniently-located student housing in the Troy area,” DiGiacomo said.

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College Suites strongly encourage interested students to take a tour of the multi-million dollar facilities.

tact College Suites by phone at (519) 720-6079, online at http:// hudsonvalley.mycollegesuites.

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com/ or in person at 100 Morrison Ave., Troy, N.Y., 12180.

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Vikings receive honors By: Skylar Blankenship Sports Editor Over the 2017 summer, current and past members of the Vikings family were honored for their athletic achievements by way of receiving NJCAA Academic awards or being inducted into the athletic department’s hall of fame.

Academically, a record number of students earned honors from the NJCAA; 24 students received NJCAA Academic Student-Athlete Awards, 32 received

All-Academic honors, and the men’s bowling team was one of the organization’s Academic Teams of the Year.

For the first time since 2007, Hudson Valley’s athletic Hall of Fame will receive another class addition throughout Homecoming Weekend this upcoming October.

A complete lists of the recipients of both honors is available below:

NJCAA Academic Awards – First Team (4.0 GPA) Ashley Ricci (New Baltimore/Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk) – Soccer Daniel Yankowski (Valatie/Ichabod Crane) – Baseball Danielle Sloan (Charlton/Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake) – Soccer Joshua McCart (Hoosick Falls/Hoosick Falls) – Bowling, Soccer Julia Marino (East Greenbush/Columbia) – Tennis

NJCAA Academic Awards – Second Team (3.80-3.99 GPA) Anthony DeGregorio (Queensbury/Queensbury) – Lacrosse Daniel Kusky (Averill Park/Averill Park) – Cross Country Emily Wilk (Gansevoort/Home School) – Cross Country Gregory Henzel (Albany/Catholic Central) – Bowling Michael Esposito (East Haven, CT/Notre Dame) – Ice Hockey Paige Roberts (Cobleskill/Cobleskill Richmondville) – Soccer, Softball

NJCAA Academic Awards – Third Team (3.60-3.79 GPA) Adolfo Peralta (Poughkeepsie/Poughkeepsie) – Football Asan Anarkulov (Scottsdale AZ/Coronado) – Soccer Dakota Dubuque (East Greenbush/Columbia) – Football Dominick Herald (Colonie/CBA) – Baseball Hannah Johnson (Colonie/Shaker) – Softball Jeff Kline (Galway/Galway) – Cross Country Joshua Lutz (Avon/Avon) – Football Kaitlyn Goodermote (Petersburgh/Berlin) – Bowling Luke Abbott (Rensselaer/Columbia) – Lacrosse Madeline Gibbons (Averill Park/Averill Park) – Tennis Mark Calicchia (Loudonville/Shaker) – Lacrosse Michael Fiore (Niskayuna/Niskayuna) – Ice Hockey Zachary Hyland (Clifton Park/Shenendehowa) – Baseball

Region 3 Academic Award Winners Joshua McCart (Hoosick Falls/Hoosick Falls) – Soccer, Bowling Ashley Ricci (New Baltimore/Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk) – Soccer Danielle Sloan (Charlton/Burnt Hills-Ballston Spa) – Soccer Julia Marino (East Greenbush/Columbia) – Tennis Daniel Yankowski (Valatie/Ichabod Crane) – Baseball Gregory Henzel (Albany/Catholic Central) – Bowling Anthony DeGregorio (Queensbury/Queensbury) – Lacrosse Emily Wilk (Gansevoort/Home School) – Cross Country Kaylie Fish (Saratoga Springs/Saratoga Central Catholic) – Basketball Paige Roberts (Cobleskill/Cobleskill Richmondville) – Softball Daniel Kusky (Averill Park/Averill Park) – Cross Country Michael Esposito (East Haven, CT/Notre Dame) – Ice Hockey Madeline Gibbons (Averill Park/Averill Park) – Tennis Adolfo Peralta (Poughkeepsie/Poughkeepsie) – Football Mark Calicchia (Loudonville/Shaker) – Lacrosse Asan Anarkulov (Scottsdale, AZ/Coronado) – Soccer Michael Fiore (Niskayuna/Niskayuna) – Ice Hockey Kaitlyn Goodermote (Petersburgh/Berlin) – Bowling Hannah Johnson (Colonie/Shaker) – Softball Dominick Herald (Colonie/CBA) – Baseball Jeff Kline (Galway/Galway) – Cross Country Dakota Dubuque (East Greenbush/Columbia) – Football Joshua Lutz (Avon/Avon) – Football Luke Abbott (Rensselaer/Columbia) – Lacrosse Zachary Hyland (Clifton Park/Shenendehowa) – Baseball Madelyn Welch (Clifton Park/Shenendehowa) – Soccer Jordan Smith (Van Wert, OH/Oakwood) – Ice Hockey Diamond Corker (Schenectady/Scotia) – Basketball Sean McLaughlin (Melrose/LaSalle Institute) – Baseball Jeffrey Smith (Plattsburgh/Peru) – Ice Hockey Karrilyn Bristol (Troy/Lansingburgh) – Bowling Brendon Kondrat (Galway/Galway) – Cross Country

2017 Hall of Fame Inductees Lindsey Bradt ‘02 (Women’s Basketball and Softball) Tracy Chesebrough (Sears) ‘07 (Softball) Kristina Jenkins ‘07 (Women’s Bowling) Emmanuel Marc ‘05 (Football) Darnell Stapleton ‘05 (Football) Robert Jojo (Football Coach) Willie Hammett (Contributor) 2000-01 Men’s Ice Hockey

NJCAA Academic Team of the Year – Hudson Valley Community College Men’s Bowling Team Garrett Bartlett (Brunswick/Tamarac) Gregory Henzel (Albany/Catholic Central) Scott Joyal (Ballston Spa/Ballston Spa) Alec Matuszak (Rotterdam/Schalmont) Joshua McCart (Hoosick Falls/Hoosick Falls) Clifford Miller (Ballston Spa/Ballston Spa)

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Adam Sopris, the newly introduced assistant athletic director, joins Hudson Valley with a great deal of experience.

Cheyanne Mandingo, outfielder for women’s softball, was granted the All-Conference honors for her outstanding performance this past season.

Denise Potenza, rejoined the Viking family and returns as the woman’s head tennis coach.

By: Skylar Blankenship Sports Editor Even during the summer break, the wheels of Hudson Valley Community College stay in motion, and this includes the athletic department.

Days after the Spring 2017 semester ended, Cheyanne Mandigo, outfielder on the women’s softball team, earned All-Conference honors. Mandigo is a freshman engineering science major.

Mandigo ended the season with a .375 batting average, achieving 21 hits and 18 runs.

A few weeks later, the men’s baseball team finished second in the NJCAA Region 3 Tournament. The team finished the season with a 26-15 record. Three members of the team, outfielder Alex Koshgarian, first baseman/ pitcher Nicolas Teitter, and pitcher Nicholas Zuba, were each recipients of All-Tournament Team honors.

Also taking place this summer, the assistant director of athletics and women’s tennis head coach positions both became vacant. Since then, both positions have been filled.

Adam Sopris was named the new assistant director of athletics by Justin Hoyt, Hudson Valley’s current director of athletics.

He will also hold the position of

sports information director.

Regarding Sopris, Hoyt states, “Adam brings a tremendous amount of experience to the athletic department and his skill set will be a valuable asset for our programs and student-athletes. More importantly, Adam is a person of high character that will assist our student-athletes in achieving both academic and athletic excellence.”

Sopris’ relevant work experience includes his position at the NCAA Division III Little East Conference (LEC) in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, where he was the assistant commissioner and the primary communications repre-

sentative for its 19 sponsored collegiate sports.

Sopris holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management from Siena College, as well as a masters in sports management from the University of San Francisco.

Sopris is enthusiastic about his new position, saying, “I am very excited for the opportunity to return home to the Capital Region, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the Viking family.

I am ready to help the department achieve its future goals and continue to grow the programs in a positive direction.”

Denise Potenza also rejoined the Viking family as the women’s head tennis coach after taking a year-long break.

Some of Potenza’s accomplishments include her induction into the Watervliet Hall of Fame, leading HVCC’s singles tennis to the National Championships and earning the Paul F. Bishop Coach of the Year on two occasions.

Along with these additions to the department and coaching staff, the Viking’s website also received an update.

Additionally, other Hudson Valley athletes began partaking in practices and scrimmages, in-

cluding the women’s volleyball, men’s soccer and men’s football teams. Meetings were also held for the women’s soccer and men’s baseball teams.

Ending the summer on a high note, the Hudson Valley men’s football team received a visit from Darryl Talley, former Buffalo Bills linebacker.

If this summer’s events are any indication, Hudson Valley has a bright and exciting semester of athletics ahead.

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The men’s baseball team placed second in the NJCAA Region 3 Tournament.

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