Cazenovia College Magazine winter 2013

Protecting & Serving the People Polo Burgos ’04 is living his dream as a New York City police officer

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Cazenovia College Magazine Vol. XI No. 2 CONTENTS

Editor Wayne A. Westervelt Managing Editor Danielle Murray Associate Editor Offering an Educational Sylvia E. Needel ’04 Art Director Experience Second to None John Seiter

Board of Trustees 2012-13 (as of 1/1/13)

Chair e have the responsibility scholarships, and academic excellence; Bradford G. Wheler to provide for our current and support of the Cazenovia Fund, Vice Chair campus constituents as well which will aid the College’s current prior- Carolyn Charles Deacon ’66 Was for those who will follow us and see ity initiatives. These physical improve- Treasurer Thomas R. Tartaglia the recently launched capital campaign – ments, along with a more robust endow- the first comprehensive funding initiative ment, will enable the College to attract in the 188-year history of the College – and retain promising students as well as Roberta Lee August ’58 as a means to ensure that Cazenovia talented faculty and professional staff. Dacia Banks ’94 College becomes more vibrant and Eric M. Brown ’97 relevant. And, we want to increasingly To accomplish this bold vision, fully Albert J. Budney 12 Paul W. deLima

Photo: Susan Kahn Photo: be known as a foundation for the best supported by College leadership and the Victor A. DiSerio in undergraduate higher education, campus community, Cazenovia College William Eberhardt and a stronger economic engine for is calling upon the entire College family Paula Stec Fenger ’75 The time is now for our community and region. to respond with philanthropic support Michael D. Flannery ’86 and to serve as advocates and champions. Stephen D. Fournier Cazenovia College as Building Futures One at a Time: Your participation will make a Catherine A. Gale The Campaign for Cazenovia College significant and lasting impact on the Steven J. Infanti, Sr. it comes to a crossroads addresses several areas of identified need future of Cazenovia, enabling you to William F. Locke Margie Dobin Miller ’69 in its history, a place throughout the campus. Described in influence the direction of your College Judith Rose Nutting ’73 greater detail in the enclosed insert, the and to experience firsthand the effects Margery Pinet 4 Photo: Michael Paras Photography 6 Photo: Joshua Skibbee 32 Photo: John Seiter in time when it can Campaign includes the following priori- of your generosity. David W.C. Putnam ties: a refurbished and expanded facility Betty Ogletree Roberts ’70 choose to build upon the for the Studio Arts on South Campus We move forward due to the momentum Betsy Rosenfield Samet 4 Alumni Feature 10 Academic Corner 30 Trustee Alumnus Polo Burgos ’04 is “What Happens?” by Highlights (now known as Jephson Campus after the generated by people who appreciated the Richard S. Scolaro strength of a thoughtful Richard L. Smith living his dream as a New York Dr. Rachel Dinero, assistant Trustee spotlight: College received a $1 million gift from the educational excellence that Cazenovia Mark Tierno City police officer in Brooklyn, professor of psychology Judith Rose Nutting ’73 and rigorous strategic Jephson Educational Trusts); modern- College offers. Our successes will come James G. Webster III ization of our science laboratories; the because of those who share this same Ne w York Student Updates 32 Wildcats News planning process. installation of a new athletic turf field gratitude, and want to make this institu- Trustee Emeriti 12 Campus News Cazenovia students experience Hall of Fame Class of ; an increased endow- tion even better. I hope you will consider Nicholas J. Christakos* 6 (Christakos Field) Homecoming/Family Weekend fall semester in Canterbury; 2012 inducted at Our College has ment that will fund student financial aid, joining us in this important venture. Winifred E. Coleman Robert S. Constable 2012; Zac’s grand entrance, New twist at Convocation; Blue & Gold Dinner; momentum and now Charles B. Morgan College unveils new video; Sophomore Heather Murfitt’s Fall 2012 review Jay W. Wason, Sr.* and rolls out interactive artwork funds aid agencies must address many long Barbara C. Wheler Campus Map/Virtual Tour *Deceased postponed needs. Mark Tierno 14 President The Cazenovia College Magazine is published 8 Faculty & Staff News Class Notes; alumni gatherings two times a year (January and July) by Giving Back: Campus Commit- and events; upcoming alumni Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, NY. It is entered tee assists College Campaign; events; 2012 Caz Open; as nonprofit material from the Utica Post Office. Spot the Magazine; alumni Circulation is about 20,000 free copies, and it is Staying Power: Alumni serve on produced by the Office of Communications. Admissions staff profiles: Carla DeShaw ’84, Send comments to Cazenovia College Magazine, Stephanie Kravec ’64, Office of Communications, Lindsey Matousek ’12 and 22 Sullivan St., Cazenovia, NY 13035. Phil Sheehan ’11 Phone: 315.655.7365 © 2013 Cazenovia College On the cover: Polo Burgos ’04 2 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cover photo: Michael Paras Photography Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 3 FEATURE STORY

Protecting and Serving the People will come across in business and in life,” I had no idea where I was after run- at Caz. “I loved the students, the faculty says Burgos. “Although it was a business ning about seven blocks to detain the and the community.” He recalls his best Polo Burgos ’04 lives out dream of becoming a NYPD police officer course, it prepared me for what I would criminal.” friend at College, Matt Aldrich ’04, encounter in the law enforcement field who “always supported me in everything in 2007.” Most recently, Burgos and his Brooklyn I did. Matt made sure to push me extra neighborhood were impacted by Hur- hard to ensure that we would graduate Burgos’ dream to serve the people ricane Sandy. He and his fellow NYPD together.” Burgos played on Cazenovia’s of Brooklyn as a police officer never officers were working 15-to-18-hour Division III baseball team and points out wavered. He took the NYPD entrance days the first two weeks after the storm. that it was more than just playing a sport exam in 2005, and spent the next year “There are times in your life when you with teammates. “We were more like making sure that he wanted to change ca- think you’ve seen it all, but this storm brothers; we always stuck together on reers. “I didn’t want to leave baseball and really opened my eyes and many people’s and off the field of play.” then have regrets.” At the end of 2006, hearts in this city.” Burgos pointed out he began six months of police academy that so many people wanted to help, but The connections with Caz continue training and in June 2007, Polo Burgos couldn’t. “Brooklyn was hit very hard, with Burgos’ brother-in-law, Jeffrey was officially on the job as a New York but so were the other New York City Diaz, currently enrolled as a student. City police officer. boroughs. So many homes, cars, people’s “I’m very aware of the College’s recent belongings – all were gone in a matter success and reputation as one of Amer- Today, Burgos is a field training police of seconds. You would have to see it to ica’s Best Colleges and glad a member of officer and mentor in the NYPD’s really understand.” my family is following in my footsteps.” Brooklyn Transit Bureau. In addition to patrolling the subway stations to The NYPD’s transit bureau is still try- Serving and protecting is all in the family deter crime and ensure the safety of the ing to recover post-Hurricane Sandy. for Burgos. He is married to Cely Diaz- people, Burgos trains newly assigned “We have stations that will not be able Burgos, a fellow NYPD police officer. “Caz taught me officers, showing them the ropes and to open any time soon. This adversely They have two children; Jayden, 7, and teaching them how to properly make affects our policing efforts,” adds Burgos, Kaylin, 2. In addition to both trying to that nothing lawful arrests and process paperwork. “because we currently don’t have the spend as much time with family as they is impossible option of responding to a crime by train can, Burgos continues to look ahead Burgos has been a police officer for as we normally do.” when it comes to his career as a police and that I can Michael Paras Photography Photo: six years now. He shares that the job officer. “I will be taking the Sergeant’s is rewarding but equally demanding. Burgos credits his alma mater for help- Exam soon. I hope to get this promotion, truly accomplish “Crime is a reality and unfortunately ing him prepare for life. “Caz taught me which will allow me to continue to serve anything if I I have come to learn that many people that nothing is impossible and that I can this city and its people.” olo Burgos ’04 arrived in the affiliate of the New York Yan- rector of Commu- don’t really like cops.” He also points out truly accomplish anything if I put my United States at the age of 12 kees. His dream of becoming put my heart nity Relations for that the job often prevents officers from heart and soul into it and surround my- A proud alumnus and established police and soon developed a dream of a police officer would have the Staten Island spending quality time with their families. self with the right people.” Sheila Smith officer, Burgos offers up some advice to Pbecoming a police officer. He wasn’t sure to wait. Yankees, as well as and soul into it “But you come across that one person Marsh ’71, associate director of the young men and women getting ready to when, but he was convinced that one day and surround acting as a transla- every now and then who stops you to say College’s Higher Education Opportu- go to college, who also might be consid- he would protect the people in the city “The sport management tor for the team’s ‘thank you.’ It’s an amazing feeling and nity Program (HEOP); and Bill Motto, ering a career in law enforcement. “Being he grew up in, serving as a police officer faculty at Caz helped me con- myself with the Spanish speaking justifies what I do and its importance in a former Cazenovia professor, are two a police officer is a great profession with with the New York City Police Depart- nect with the Yankees and get players. our society.” such people. “Sheila was not only an many opportunities. Trust me when I tell ment (NYPD). the internship in the summer right people.” advisor but more like a mother. I still call you that it’s an amazing, most rewarding of 2003,” says Burgos. “This He recalls a - Polo Burgos ’04 Diver- His greatest accomplishment as a police her mom.” And Burgos is thankful for feeling to know that you are protecting Burgos says his professional path began internship experience allowed sity Management officer, Burgos says, “is getting guns the role Motto played as a professor and and doing something good for others.” at Cazenovia College. He earned a me to learn and showcase my course he took at off the streets.” He recalls chasing an for helping him launch a sport manage- He adds, “But above all, get your college bachelor’s degree in business/sport man- skills and abilities, and two Cazenovia College. individual with a gun and catching him ment career. degree first and then come join me; agement and following his graduation days after graduation I was hired by the “The course stressed the importance of in the middle of a housing complex in together we can defend our city from the in 2004, was hired by the Staten Island team as a full-time employee.” Soon after understanding the different religions, Brooklyn. “My fellow officers were trying He acknowledges that there is not just people who want to interfere with our Yankees – a minor league baseball team his hiring, Burgos was working as the di- ethnicities and many cultures that we to find me to assist with the arrest but one memorable moment during his time rights and freedom.”

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Introducing ZAC

Photo: Wayne Westervelt Wayne Photo: Take a Virtual Tour of Campus Cazenovia College’s wildcat mascot makes his 2012 Athletics Hall of Fame first campus appearance Homecoming/Family inductee Jaclyn Capocefalo Cazenovia College unveils new virtual tour Winans ’07 and her family and campus map Weekend 2012 Wrap Up the late Nicholas J. Christakos, trustee emeritus and long-time Cazenovia Visitors to resident, for whom the field is named, Cazenovia Col- Campaign kickoff and Christakos Field dedication were in attendance to commemorate the lege’s website are headline annual College event notable occasion. A Campaign kickoff now invited on celebration, complete with a barbeque, a virtual tour of children’s activities, and the first appear- campus where the ance by the College’s new mascot, Zac, College truly comes to life right before your eyes. In launched the public phase of the Col- addition to the high-quality, photorealistic map of the lege’s comprehensive campaign, Building College that allows you to navigate and explore each Futures One at a Time: The Campaign for building and location in vivid detail, the virtual tour Cazenovia College. offers video clips, photos and detailed descriptions of all things Cazenovia. The Cazenovia College mascot, At Saturday evening’s Blue & Gold Zac, makes his big debut Dinner, Christakos and former student- The virtual tour, funded by former trustees and Photo: John Seiter athlete Jaclyn Capocefalo Winans long-time supporters of the College, Charles B. and ’07, were inducted into the Cazenovia Elsbeth W. Morgan, offers a close-up opportunity to College Athletics Hall of Fame. Chris- learn more about Cazenovia College and encourages A bright yellow individual sporting Cazenovia College takos, a steadfast supporter of Wildcats visitors to visualize themselves on campus long before apparel and a fierce-but-friendly attitude was seen at athletics, is the first trustee emeritus to they even schedule a visit. Homecoming/Family Weekend 2012. That familiar face receive the Hall of Fame honor. Winans with a slightly new appearance was that of “Zac,” the was honored for her outstanding efforts Take the virtual tour today by visiting College’s new beloved mascot. on the women’s soccer team. http://map.cazenovia.edu. Several years ago, the campus community bid farewell Additional activities held throughout to Wally the Wildcat, the energetic mascot who lifted the the weekend included a Cross Country crowd’s spirits for many years. After exiting Schneeweiss Homecoming Invitational, women’s and Athletic Complex in grand fashion, plans for a new and men’s soccer games, Wildcats BINGO, New Video Promotes the improved mascot immediately began. A mix of staff and

Photo: John Seiter John Photo: and an appearance by comedian Tom Caz Experience! students met frequently to discuss their hopes for what Cotter, among other offerings. The Harriet Christakos, wife of the late Nicholas J. Christakos, was the new wildcat should look like. surrounded by members of her family when she cut the ribbon to weekend concluded with traditional officially dedicate Christakos Field. send-off meals and the annual Athletics Created A mascot wouldn’t be complete without a special name. Alumni Games. primarily The planning committee turned to the Cazenovia College jam-packed weekend of fun were invited to be a “Student for a Day” to market “family” to find a unique name for their number one fan. “I was impressed by the feeling of cama- and excitement was in store for sitting in on classes in between attending Cazenovia After a College-wide online survey was held for students, raderie and overall tradition that was so Cazenovia College’s alumni, several department Open Houses and College to faculty, staff and alumni constituents, the perfect name well-represented during the weekend,” Afriends, campus family and the surround- a Welcome Reception. A Parent Mixer, prospective was found among dozens of suggestions. When the letters said Shari Whitaker, director of alumni ing community this past September a performance by ventriloquist Sylvia students and of Caz are cleverly reversed, a quite fitting name was relations. “It’s evident that alumni, at Homecoming/Family Weekend. Fletcher, and a showing of “The Amaz- families, the College’s new video is delighting current discovered - Zac. friends and family of all ages truly have a Whether it was a social, cultural or ing Spider Man” capped off the day. students, employees and alumni. Produced by Solon lifelong bond with the College.” athletic event, there was something for Quinn Studios this past summer, the video is having a Keep an eye out on the sidelines and in the stands for this everyone to enjoy! On Saturday morning, a special positive impact on the recruitment of new students, has new furry friend. He’s looking for fellow wildcats to help For information regarding ribbon cutting ceremony at the brand evoked a sense of pride in the current student body, and him “explore his roar!” Homecoming /Family Weekend 2013, Festivities began on Friday—“Caz Spirit new entrance of the athletic turf field has alumni who attended Cazenovia 5, 10 and 20 years please visit www.cazenovia.edu over Day”—when students were encouraged marked its official naming as ago wanting to enroll at the College all over again. the coming months. to wear College colors for prizes. Guests Christakos Field. Family members of View the video at www.cazenovia.edu/video.

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giving component of packed bags, hotel reservations and Building Futures One at a Time: GPS systems in hand! Giving Back, The Campaign for Cazenovia College. Staying Power While the diverse assignments are During my long tenure with the College, plentiful, each counselor’s passion for One Employee at a Time I have worked with many committed Five Cazenovia College alumni serve on his or her job continues to grow. Alex people, who are deeply invested in the suc- Iannicello ’12, shares that he loves that cess of this institution and its students. My Office of Admissions staff “every day on the job is different.” Monica experience with the Campus Committee Aldrich ’11 adds, “I love meeting new Campus committee formed to aid the College’s Campaign again exemplifies this dedication; and it people, but most of all, I enjoyed my time By Margery A. Pinet, professor emerita, trustee, and chair of the Campus Committee has been my great pleasure to collaborate Alumni “know” their alma mater’s exploring marketing and social media as a student and it’s rewarding to spread with Michael Brooks ’01, Jo Buffalo, story. They’re co-authors, as well as opportunities; participating in profes- that knowledge to others each day.” Brett Carguello, Patti Dellas, Barb subjects; so who better to share the sional organizations; advising campus Hager, Barb Lindberg, Todd Spangler, Cazenovia College tale than its gradu- organizations, coaching athletic teams; That sentiment is echoed by Kate and Stu Weisman. ates? This notion is a key factor and reviewing applications; and that’s just Lincoln ’08. She says, “I really enjoy common bond that’s shared among five scratching the surface! “Dedication and that I was able to stay and work for a place While none of us was well versed in members of the College’s admissions commitment are truly needed when and a community that I fell in love with fundraising, the Institutional Advance- staff. Along with their fellow colleagues, working in Admissions; something I can from the moment I stepped on campus.” ment staff quickly taught us the nuts and these counselors serve as the “front easily give back to a place that gave me so bolts of “Why Give?” to the campaign. In gate” of the institution. They’re perfect much,” notes Lisa Folsom ’07. As these alumni employees invest time, short, the campus campaign’s success can “gatekeepers” who can enthusiastically talent and energy into their craft of be attributed to each of us sharing with communicate to prospective students in During “travel season,” their days consist reaching a growing number of prospective colleagues our respective stories of why we a very unique way because they’ve of traveling to numerous high schools, students throughout the country, chose to make a monetary gift in support personally experienced Caz. and their nights conclude with one to one thing’s for sure—they’re helping to of the College. The generous response of two-hour college fairs. They hit the road pen the next chapters of the Cazenovia our fellow faculty and staff members has “Having been a student at Caz, gives me for several weeks each fall and spring, College story, and that speaks volumes. been both gratifying and affirming. a first-hand perspective to share with and can often be seen in rental cars with interested students, a high level of cred- Since the comprehensive campaign began ibility, and above all, makes me invested almost three years ago, on July 1, 2010, in this place, where it’s headed and what faculty and staff have contributed in gifts it has to offer,” notes Marlo Coletto ’11. and pledges over $509,000 with 53% of regular full-time/part-time employees President Mark Tierno often states participating. These figures not only that he is proud of having alumni serve exceed our aim of raising $460,000, but as professional members of the College’s also represent a very good start toward at- admissions staff. “Their devotion toward Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: taining a participation their college is highly evident,” he says. (Front row, L-R) goal of 60% over the “They directly reflect the mission and Jo Buffalo, Brett Carguello, Margery Pinet and Todd Spangler (Back row, L-R) campaign’s duration, core values of the College and are a true Patti Dellas, Barb Lindberg, Stu Weisman and Michael Brooks ’01 which ends on The Campus representation of the culture at Caz.” June 30, 2015. Committee is The tasks of these ambassadors and the ooperative governance and community of learning such as ours. One at a Time. This another example of entire Admissions Office team are exten- campus community service is how we teach our sive and stretch far beyond just campus are long-standing traditions in The Campus Committee is another students. This is how a dedicated group tours that originate from Constable higherC education. Cazenovia’s practice is example of a dedicated group of faculty we give back to this of faculty and staff Hall. Each counselor is responsible for Assistant Directors no exception, with College faculty and and staff members who have come to- special place, where maintaining specific geographic territo- of Admissions and staff investing their time and talent in gether to accomplish an important goal our collective effort members who have ries. Daily duties include a combination Cazenovia College alumni the numerous committees that make our on behalf of the College. Our task is to Kate Lincoln ’08, composes a significant come together to of emailing and phone calling; interview- Marlo Coletto ’11, institution function successfully. These serve under the guidance of the part of the overall goal ing prospective students and families; Alex Iannicello ’12, work groups commit countless hours Campaign Cabinet – headed by cam- to raise an unprec- accomplish an sharing financial aid and scholarship Monica Aldrich ’11 and toward long-term planning, reaccredita- paign national co-chairs and trustees Lisa Folsom ’07 gather edented $10 million information; reaching out to transfer outside Constable Hall. tion, judicial proceedings, and similar Carolyn Charles Deacon ’66 and for our College. important goal students; planning Visit Days; endeavors – all essential components to a Al Budney – and lead the employee- on behalf of Johnson Tasha Photo: 8 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 the College. Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 9 ACADEMIC CORNER

a rhetorical rial fuels my passion for research and question. teaching. Now that I have the privilege “What Happens?” This was a question of standing at the front of the classroom, with real answers that were I get to look out at the students as their based on empirical research. eyes light up with curiosity and fascina- Question drives professor to better I met with my professor for tion. There are so many “what happens” over an hour, discussing the questions in psychology. I can only hope understand the psychology of relationships basics of relationship research. that just one of them will become an By the end of the day I had inspiration to the students in the way it By Rachel Dinero, PhD Assistant Professor, Psychology decided to leave behind two years of was to me. coursework in engineering and change my major to psychology. I have not looked back since. t is tempting to blame high divorce people marry without caring whether or About the Author: rates on reckless, ill-advised mar- not they might divorce. While there cer- The next two years were a whirlwind, Seiter John Photo: cramming in four years of psychol- riages. High profile celebrities who tainly are cases of inebriated Las Vegas theory. This theory focuses on the beliefs istically high needs and expectations, Imarry impulsively and divorce quickly weddings, this is simply not reflective of ogy courses, research experience, and Rachel Dinero, and expectations that each individual ultimately frustrating both partners. extracurricular activities in order to be a paint a picture of a society that places the majority of marriages in our country. brings to a romantic relationship. These Avoidant individuals have difficulty assistant professor competitive graduate school applicant. little value on the institution of marriage. The overwhelming majority of couples beliefs and expectations can be concep- with commitment, and often prefer of psychology in Although it was a challenge, it was infi- Politicians and talking heads point to the start their marriages believing that their tualized along two dimensions: anxiety not to turn toward their partner for Cazenovia’s Divi- nitely better than my time in engineering. decline of the American family and a de- relationships will last. This raises the and avoidance. Attachment anxiety help. This distance can be detrimental sion of Social I was passionate about my classes and was crease in family values. This implies that question posed by my undergraduate reflects the extent to which individu- to the stability and satisfaction of their & Behavioral Sci- able to work as a research assistant in the psychology professor during a als are clingy and fear abandonment. relationships. Current research continues ences, came to the relationship lab of the very professor who lecture on romantic relationships, Highly anxious individuals often engage to explore the links between attachment College in 2007, changed the course of my academic career “What happens?” in excessive reassurance seeking (e.g., and romantic relationship outcomes. after teaching at with one question, “What happens?” As frequently asking their partners if they I have chosen to continue this line of the University of

I worked in his lab, interviewing married Gene Gissin Photo: This question was a turning point really love them), and seek out high lev- research by exploring the developmental California, Davis, couples and observing their interactions, in my academic career. At the els of emotional closeness. Attachment trajectory of romantic attachment. My and at Sacramento I knew exactly where I wanted my degree time, I was majoring in me- avoidance reflects the extent to which preliminary findings indicate that, as City College. Her research focuses on in psychology to take me. I wanted to chanical engineering and taking individuals are uncomfortable with previously theorized, romantic attach- the development of social relationships, eventually stand up in front of my own psychology courses because they closeness and trust. Highly avoidant in- ment is influenced by relationships with primarily romantic relationships. class and ask them the same kinds of were interesting. I had always been dividuals are more comfortable keeping parents and romantic partners. She is particularly interested in the questions. And, above all, I wanted to fascinated with how machines emotional distance from their partners role that parents and friends play in have at least some of worked, and through and prefer to rely on themselves rather While attachment theory is just one romantic relationship development. the answers. my psychology cours- than their partners. Attachment security framework for understanding “what es I discovered an reflects the extent to which individuals happens” in relationships, it is a powerful She earned a Bachelor of Science While I cannot incredibly fascinating are low on both anxiety and avoidance. one. It also serves as an excellent teaching degree in psychology at the University claim to have all machine – the human “It was not just Secure individuals are comfortable with tool to help students understand their of Florida and her doctoral degree the answers, I have mind. It was not just both closeness and independence. own behaviors in romantic relationships. in psychology at the University of the questions dedicated my rela- the questions about In my first-year seminar, students assess California, Davis. She was honored tively young career to the human mind that A myriad of relationship behaviors can their attachment orientations through with Cazenovia College’s 2011 Making about the understanding what drew me to psychol- be explained with these attachment validated measures of attachment anxiety a Difference Award, which recognizes makes relationships ogy, but the objec- human mind orientations. Secure couples are more and avoidance. They then use this infor- significant contributions to Student work. In graduate tive way researchers likely to have longer, more satisfied mation to explain their own relation- Development outside the classroom. that drew me to school I was fortu- approached answer- relationships because they can more ship behaviors. Several students in the She is a member of the American nate to work with ing these questions. psychology, but easily express both positive and negative Psychology Club liked this exercise so Psychological Association and the Dr. Phillip Shaver, As I sat in my class emotions and communicate in construc- much they decided to make the measure Eastern Psychological Association. the objective who developed one contemplating what tive ways. While anxious individuals available to the entire college community of the most power- happens in romantic way researchers experience high levels of passion and and sell attachment orientation profiles Her research has been published ful frameworks for relationships that commitment, their relationships suffer to raise funds to attend a conference. by Self & Identity; Personality and approached understanding ro- make them work or from emotional volatility. It is virtually Social Psychology Bulletin; Journal of mantic relationships: not work, I realized answering these impossible to meet his or her unreal- Students’ enthusiasm for this mate- Family Psychology and other romantic attachment professional publications. that this was not just questions.” Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 10 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 - Rachel Dinero, PhD 11 Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: STUDENT UPDATES

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“I loved visiting Funds for Aid Agencies new places and experiencing Seniors “Star” in Convocation Cazenovia takes different cultures. This definitely won’t be the last time I come to England.” Heather Murfitt, Ceremonial launching of academic year offers new twist in 2012 with her paintings in the background. on Canterbury Living with other students from Britain and other European countries was also an n addition to assembling in the integral part of the experience. I Dustin Gonzalez, annual ceremony of renewal that Naomi Figueroa, a Communication senior sport Cazenovia students study abroad at Canterbury marked the start of another academic Studies major, cooked ‘family’ meals with management year, this year’s Convocation placed her roommates. Figueroa feels that this is major, gave words Christ Church University in the U.K. of advice to the a new focus upon spotlighting and “definitely an experience that shouldn’t Class of 2016 lauding the accomplishments of be missed! I can’t wait to come back.” during this year’s media center Convocation. Cazenovia’s senior students. eather Murfitt came to Cazenovia became a second When asked about her impressions of H “What better way is there to dem- College to study psychology, but following home for their re- Canterbury, Kathleen Murray, a sopho- onstrate to our first year students an internship at Dreams for Kids in search and writing.” more in International Studies, compared how successful one can become at Washington, D.C., she had a dream that the semester to her other international Cazenovia College than our seniors, changed her thinking and her major to But studying was experiences. “I have spent entire summers

Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: who serve as tangible examples of stu- Human Services. only one part of traveling to different countries, but my dents who have taken opportunities the experience. The experiences do not compare to my time to build their resumes and successful futures for themselves right here at Cazenovia,” At Dreams for Kids, Murfitt, of Syracuse, program included at Canterbury. It was so rewarding to said President Mark Tierno. New York, planned and implemented a local trips in Eng- be totally immersed in a different culture holiday event for 700 children. When the land to places such and to live with people who grew up This message was carried forward at Convocation by seniors Dustin Gonzalez, internship ended, she wanted to keep doing as Stonehenge, in different parts of the world.” Megan McDermott, and Princess Weekes, who formally welcomed members of the the same kind of work while enrolled in Oxford University, Emma Grossman , Social Science major, college. She says, “I looked at the paintings and The Tower of Class of 2016 into the college community. gave this advice. “Although I missed on my walls and decided I could raise money London. Michelle Cazenovia, I would recommend studying Dustin Gonzalez – a sport management major, student-athlete, member of the by selling them.” Hornbeck, a abroad. I see the world with a whole Student Government Association, president of the Sport Management Club, and Photo: Sharon Dettmer Sharon Photo: Visual Commu- new perspective now.” a former residence hall advisor – told freshmen that “Caz is the place full of op- She created an internet art store, Hakuna nications junior, portunity, potential, and life-long friendships. You have four years to gather as many Matata, and began hosting art shows of her rom taking 16 credits of study, related that she “liked that Canterbury All the students expressed similar senti- friends, opportunities, and experiences as you can. The clock starts now.” own and others’ work. So far, she has raised including courses on Modern took time to set up field trips for us. Rachel Palmer ments. But , a Studio Art about $2,000, with at least fifty percent going Britain and British Literature, to I would have to say Windsor Castle was major, put it most succinctly, “I will really Megan McDermott to Dreams for Kids – for underprivileged Ftraveling by foot, bus, train and plane my favorite visit because the inside is – a human services major, star student-athlete, and member of miss this place. So glad I did this!” both the Human Services and the Human Rights clubs – urged students to “Sit with kids; Falling Whistles – for child soldiers; across the European Union, this year’s so beautiful!” someone new at lunch, join a club, and don’t hesitate to make a new friend. The days and Urban Light – for Thai child sex slaves. group of students fully embraced their Other students who studied abroad in time studying abroad in Canterbury. Jennifer Krist and Madeleine Slack, are long, but the years are short, so don’t waste any time while you’re here.” Canterbury during the fall 2012 semester Professor Mary Handley, the Human Equine Business Management majors, included Samantha Barnes, Human Closing out the formal remarks at Convocation 2012 was Princess Weekes, an Eng- Services Program director, says, “This is an Dr. Sharon Dettmer, professor of traveled to a number of countries. Jennifer Services; Daniel Goewey, Psychology; lish major, master student, member of the Student Government Association, and ac- amazing story about the power of intern- Social Science and International Studies, exclaimed, “I was able to visit and experi- Jessica Green, English and Communi- tive member of numerous student clubs. “The person I was when I first stepped onto ships, the power of one person and the accompanied the students to Canterbury ence Scotland, Ireland, France, Italy and cation Studies; Steven Ochoa, Social this campus is a shadow of the person I am today, not just because of the knowledge power of commitment and passion in human this past fall and commented on their Belgium.” Kelly Lawson (Equine Busi- Science; Jason Ruoff, Studio Art - that I have obtained, but because of the people who have shaped me.” services to make the world a better place.” academic work. “The students were chal- ness Management) and Justina Bowen Photography; Lauren Schumann, lenged and very engaged in their course (Criminal Justice and Psychology) also Samantha Communication Studies; and Murfitt says, “Someday I hope to have a store work. The phenomenal library and traveled extensively. Lawson stated, Young , Communication Studies. President Mark Tierno officially opened the where I sell artwork and local crafts to raise 2012-13 academic year on Aug. 29, 2012. money to help people. My goal is to show the community that you can help others by doing something different.”

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and launching economic development strategies as part of her NYS Governor Dean, Coach and Mayor appointed-role on the leadership team SPOT THE of the Regional Economic Develop- ment Council (REDC). Most notable Gives Message of Perseverance is how the non-credit program at CCC MAGAZINE grew from 200 registrants to 3,500 in two years under DeShaw’s leadership. Carla DeShaw ’84 credits Cazenovia College with Her perseverance also helped CCC to receive funding to build its first plastics oing on vacation? Heading to a major sporting providing a foundation of skills lab that will boost plastics technology G training for NYS community colleges. event? Climbing a mountain? In whatever (Front row, L-R) t is not Education and Workforce Development interesting location you find yourself, why not take Kristin Burger ’07, Rachel Simone Ludwig ’07, uncom- at Cayuga Community College (CCC) DeShaw was elected mayor of the Eric Ludwig, Jenna Lipiski ’07 mon to in Auburn, New York, and mayor of the Village of Canastota in 2012. She was along an issue of the Cazenovia College Magazine? (Back row, L-R) findI Carla Village of Canastota, New York. asked to run for mayor because of her Pose with your alma mater’s magazine and you Lauren Paul ’09, Stephen Simone ’10, Theresa Rice ’06, Alyssa Tidd ’09, Lisa Folsom ’07, DeShaw ’84 extensive community involvement, in- could someday find yourself among the pages. assistant director of admissions; and Erin Clinton ’09 working on a DeShaw arrived at Cazenovia College in cluding serving five years on the school national initia- 1982, a shy, small-town student pursu- board, coaching at the high school, and Please send your photo(s), a caption and any tive to develop ing a business degree. She previously helping to salvage a critically needed photo credit to [email protected] or training op- attended SUNY Cortland to study village daycare program. Office of Communications, 22 Sullivan St., portunities for education, but preferred the intimate Cazenovia, NY 13035. Let’s see where you’ve been! adult learners; class sizes at Cazenovia. She distinctly DeShaw is most proud of being recog- collaborating remembers her advisor, Doris Hold- nized by the Canastota Central School on a five-state orf, who immediately made her feel at District with the Athletics Association program to home, and Professor Joe Adamo who Distinguished Alumni Award, and teach economi- made accounting fun and interesting. invited to speak at The Wheler Fam- cally disadvan- Carla, who received scholarship support ily Conference at Cazenovia College. taged students for volleyball and softball, commented “Being honored by your alma mater digital literacy that attending Cazenovia was “the best validates that the people who helped you skills; focus- two-year investment I ever made.” At now recognize that you have become the

Photo: Courtesy of Carla DeShaw ’84 Courtesy of Carla DeShaw Photo: Cazenovia, she learned leader they wanted you to be,” she says. teamwork, leadership and DeShaw at the 2012 Wheler public speaking. She gradu- DeShaw, who has served on the Ca- Family Conference ated in 1984, a confident zenovia Alumni Association Board of young woman who went on Directors, offers this advice to today’s to study at SUNY Oswego students: “Consider all options. Take and earned a master of sci- advantage of all opportunities whether ence degree and certificate of or not they fit what you want to do. You advanced study in educa- never know where they will lead you. tional administration. Keep an open mind, and…..persevere.”

Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: At CCC, DeShaw works on linking credit and non-cred- ing on economic development projects it programs to create new career path- for Central New York communities; or ways for students; creating adult literacy aggressively seeking grant opportunities programs, as well as vocational program- Polo Burgos ’04 with a copy of the to increase revenue sources for higher ming; building opportunities through magazine in Brooklyn, New York education. DeShaw’s plate is more than the Center for Business & Industry; full — it is overflowing with creative, pio- overseeing the visioning for a former neering efforts that are providing critical CCC Fulton campus; infusing entre- Sheila Ehlinger ’58, reads the Connexus resources for a variety of constituencies. preneurship within the broader college section of the Cazenovia College Magazine Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: while visiting The Hough, Nantwich, England. She is doing all of this while wearing two curriculum; serving in a community en- (L-R) Doris Holdorf, Joe Adamo professional hats: dean of Community gagement role for the president of CCC; and Carla DeShaw ’84

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Discover how you can time for him to begin his “trail to pay plan for the future back,” and to foster the talents and abili- and create a PHILanthropy at its finest ties of those just getting started. Those lasting legacy. words hit home. Young alumnus Phil Sheehan ’11 gives back to “Then and now, I feel that whether it’s

time, money or service, there are many Seiter John Photo: the community and to Cazenovia College ways I can give back and help others succeed,” notes Sheehan. “It’s the least I Cazenovia College roommates can do to repay the efforts of those who Mark Allen ’11 (left) and Phil Sheehan ’11 (right) aided me with my goals.” with Assistant Chief Enders in February 2011 when Enter Cazenovia College. When they received the Fire Sheehan, a criminal justice and home- Chief’s Award from the Cazenovia Fire Department. land security studies major, arrived on Calculate Learn Determine campus as a freshman, he jumped into service opportunities and never looked your benefits how charitable giving how tax laws internship with the DeWitt Fire with our online can provide payments can impact back. He is a founding member of gift calculator. for you and your your giving. the College’s chapter of the National Department afforded him the op- loved ones. Criminal Justice Society, the former vice portunity to work part-time, during president of Alpha Lambda Delta, and his senior year, for Safety Compli- Visit our new web page at: , a past member of the Criminal Justice ance Services (SCS), the company www.cazenovia.edu/giftplanning Society, Alpha Chi and Sigma Alpha Phi he now works for as the Northeast or call The Office of Institutional Advancement National Honor Societies. director of operations. at 315.655.7012 for more information.

His most notable College involvement When Sheehan recalls his passage was with the Campus Fire Service and from young scout to Cazenovia EMS Club – the student/firefighter pro- alumnus, he notes that scholarships gram that partners with the Cazenovia and financial aid played a major role Fire Department. The club allowed him in his journey. “The 1824 Society Phil Sheehan ’11 to take special classes on rope rescue, ice Scholarship made it possible for me conducting confined water rescue, firefighter rescue, and auto- to attend Caz, and excel as a student space rescue training mobile extrication, all while he became and as an alumnus, thus far,” he says. an emergency medical technician. Con- Photo: Courtesy of Phil Sheehan ’11 Photo: nections he made during his junior-year It’s now all coming full circle for Sheehan. He took his mentor’s In less than words of wisdom to heart and has One Click. hilanthropy is often described as me a sense of honesty, patriotism, civic proved that it’s never too soon to a minute an act of spreading goodwill to duty, courtesy, and concern for others, pay forward the good deeds of you can join fellow members of the human among other things, but the major les- others. Currently, he is the youngest Prace. It’s quite fitting that young alumnus sons I learned were about leadership and One Minute. us in the alumni member of The 1824 Society, Phil Sheehan ’11 shares part perspective.” the very same circle that assisted building of a of his name with that very him with his academic endeavors. One Future. student’s future. word because he has enjoyed a “Then and now, Sheehan recalls He understands the great impor- life of community service for some meaningful tance of giving back and hopes to as long as he can remember. I feel that advice a respected inspire others in the process. “The Visit www.cazenovia.edu/give-to-caz mentor shared generous contributions of donors At an early age, Sheehan whether it’s time, with him, empha- allowed me to succeed and I feel it became heavily involved in sizing that many proper to pay that back now.” Boy Scouts of America, and money or service, people helped Cazenovia Fund he credits that experience shape Sheehan’s there are many To learn more about giving to Cazenovia College, with shaping who he is today. path toward Eagle please call Pete Way at 315.655.7220 or email [email protected]

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- Phil Sheehan ’11 ten-year-old girl named Morgan. Sandra way to the wedding, a car went through a 1960 writes, “We are semi-retired and living in red light and totaled both cars. I received ALUMNI NEWS Susan Heller Somerville ’60 writes, “After I finished at Caz in 1960, I went Santa Fe, New Mexico and enjoy traveling a concussion, bruises and lacerations... to UC Berkeley and resided in the area the West. I had dinner in Caz in July; the but nothing would keep me from the for many years. Last December, I moved town is still one of my favorites.” wedding! After over three months in the to Israel and am happily living in Jerusa- recovery process, I am finally back to lem, in the Katamon area. Contact me at Barrie Foote Newman ’65 writes, “Just work. I am a trustee for the Merrimac GOLF TOURNAMENT [email protected] if you will be wanted to let the class of 1965 know Savings Bank. As an elder advocate, I coming to Israel. My son is director of the that I will soon begin to be in touch to serve on many boards and committees Department of Finance and Commerce encourage everyone to start thinking including the state association Massa- The 11th Annual Cazenovia College at the University of British Colombia. His about our 50th reunion in 2015. Let’s chusetts Councils on Aging where I have wife works in development there. My make it the BIGGEST ever. Please contact been president and continue to serve on Golf Open, held on August 13, 2012, grandchildren love Vancouver; and my me at [email protected] if you the Executive Committee; the Elder Ser- at the Cazenovia Country Club, was granddaughter becomes a Bat Mitzvah are interested in helping get everyone vices of Merrimac Valley Board of Direc- at the end of October. My grandson is involved. Thanks and see you in 2015!” tors; and Northern Essex Elder Transport a huge success. Seventeen foursomes entrenched in being a typical teenager.” Board of Directors. My husband, George, and I are looking forward to our 35th (including a record number of lady 1967 anniversary this April!” Joan Carpenter Armstrong ’67 shares golfers!) teed off for a great day of golf. 1961 that she enjoyed the reunion with Virginia Owen Philippy ’61 writes, Pam The tournament raised more than “Don’t let anyone try to convince you VanEseltine Testone ’67, Libby Noon- 1972 an White ’67, Holly Noll Russo ’67 Susan Barber Pendergast ’72 writes, $14,000, which will directly benefit Winners of the 11th Annual Cazenovia College Golf Open: that age matters. Sure we get older but wisdom is such a wonderful thing. Sed- and Virginia Charles Coldwell ’67 “As of June 30, 2012, all of my daughters (L-R) Eric Brown ’97, trustee; Victor DiSerio, trustee; who all stayed at her house for the week- are happily married, and I have three Cazenovia College students through Jim Freyer and Tony Cabana entary should not be in our vocabulary SAVE end. Joan writes, “We also loved seeing campus and athletic initiatives. THE DATE!! unless ill health has come your way. I am presently teaching art two days a week Jody Franklin Burrows ’67. It was The 2013 at a private school (after 25 years in the like Park 2nd South all over again. Gordie Golf committee members included Members of the Cazenovia College Alumni Associa- Cazenovia College Open public system) and also teach art three to and I have been married for 45 years and Cazenovia College Kaleb Wilson ’07, tournament tion and Department of Athletics extend their thanks have three children: Scott, Greg and Amy, will be held on four days a week in my home studio. Re- has received: chair; Jessica Hanley Johnson ’07, to everyone who helped make this annual event both tirement, after all, was not the goal; living and nine grandchildren including two sets Rob Kenna, director of athletics; and enjoyable and successful. A special thank you goes to Monday, what I love to the fullest is.” of twins. I am retired but am a volunteer/ liaison for GBS/CIDP Foundation Inter- John Lehman, director of dining, Tr uste e Victor DiSerio for his added support of the August 12 national and hold support groups for that conferences and catering. 2012 tournament. Gifts In Honor of: 1964 organization since recovery from GBS in Marra Casserino Giuliano ’64 writes, 2010. Gordie is a real estate broker for Joseph M. Nichols ’11 “Life continues to be good. Retirement GPS Realty.” Barbara C. Wheler has given us an opportunity to do all the Share Your News things we had to put on hold for lack of Holly Noll Russo ’67 writes, “I hadn’t for Class Notes! CLASS NOTES time. My husband, Michael, has found a been back to Cazenovia College for Gifts In Memory of : Please help keep our office and friends new career as a master woodworker, and 45 years. I had the time of my life and I up-to-date by sharing recent information. I’ve returned to the arts. Hard to believe encourage anyone to go to a reunion that Joan Austin so many years have passed since gradua- hasn’t been because they’ll have a blast. I Have you moved? Changed jobs? Been Norma & Micky Blake promoted? Received an award? Said, 1940 tion from Caz. Hello to my ‘roomie’ Mary can assure them!” Erwin Rice ’40 writes, “Gwenn and I . Mary recently Nicholas J. Christakos “I do”? Welcomed a new baby? If so, Callen Panlener ’64 celebrated our 57th wedding anniversary. I phoned and we had an opportunity to please send us the details and include Beverly Orton Harden ’49 missed the NYS Senior Games this year due catch up on old times. She asked about 1969 your name, address, the year you gradu- writes, Pamela Rosenfield Levin ’65 to a scheduling error. While visiting Colo- Beth Lake Goldin ’64, so Beth if you’re Patricia (Patti) Haskell ’69 ated, telephone number and email address. rado, I climbed up on the trampoline and my reading this, drop Mary a line. Heard from “My son, Micah, married his sweetheart Martha Papworth O’Neill ’00 of six years on Sept.1, 2012. I’m still on Please identify individuals in photographs. grandson took a picture. I just wanted to Paula Carriera Andrewson ’64 who Lynn Reynolds ’04 show that I could do it. Gwenn said it could I’m hopeful I will meet up with for a cup cloud nine and am so thrilled to have a daughter-in-law. I did not officiate at Margaret “Peg” Rickett Photographs will not be returned. Elec- show something else and best forget it. One of coffee in 2013. Hi to Nancy Bobrick the wedding as I wanted to just be the Donald Roy tronic photos must be in high resolu- important note is that in last year’s “America’s Michaud ’64, Joan Goldman Zoslow mother of the groom, but I did bless them tion jpg, PDF or tif format, no smaller Got Talent” show, our grandson was part of ’64, Sue Massey Schofield ’64, Patsy Jill Hebl St. Clair ’62 Erwin Rice ’40 with the priestly blessing just before they than 300 dpi and 3 x 3 inches or larger the Silhouettes dance group that Jarvis Staedler ’64, Charlotte Purdy Helen Schlakta broke the glass.” in size. Class Notes will be edited for won second place. This led to Monette ’64, and all the girls in Centen- Margaret P. Stafford length and style. Notes are recom- several other engagements around nial and Hubbard Halls. As always, I think Roy Stewart mended to be 80 words or less in order the country.” of and miss Pindy Mastin Brister ’64 1971 to accommodate the growing number whose life was cut too short. Best to all.” Laura Dillingham-Mailman ’71 shares, Jay W. Wason, Sr. of alumni submissions. Class Notes 1954 “This has been an exciting and busy year, Lisa Watson ’95 does not publish information relative Barbara Faranda Schwartz ’54 as I have begun my 20th year as the Mer- 1965 rimac Council on Aging & Senior Center’s to promoting your business. and her husband, Bob, are proud to Sandra Sucharski Matteson ’65 has executive director; was elected to the For information on making gifts in honor share a photo of their 11 grand- been married to her husband, Bob, for 46 or in memory of a classmate, professor or a Send the information to: children. Barb sends best wishes to years. The couple has two children, Jeff Merrimac Board of Selectmen; and my youngest daughter got married. On the loved one, please contact Marcia Neumiller, Alumni Relations, all in the Class of 1954. and Kate, and one grandchild - a sweet- Joan Brooks, director of development, at 22 Sullivan Street, Cazenovia, NY 13035. 315.655.7108 or [email protected]. Or, email [email protected] 18 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 CazenoviaCazenovia College College Magazine: Magazine: Summer Winter 20132012 19 Thank you! The grandchildren of Barbara Faranda Schwartz ’54 ALUMNI NEWS CLASS NOTES - continued

Based on her work at the Huntington beautiful grandchildren. I’m still teaching Family Center and as a probation officer music, but my retirement time is fast ap- Alumna Traces Career to in the Bronx, she was advised to do proaching. I am having a great life!” Robin Pearson Weisbrod ’76 and clinical training. She says, “It’s there I husband, Gerry Jonathan Arrindell ’87 with found my calling.” his grandson Mister Amiel Cazenovia College Experience Charles Wadley Kravec is a licensed psychotherapist who 1976 treats people with addictive disorders. Roberta Pearson Weisbrod ’76 Stephanie Kravec ’64, returns to Among her interests are the relationship writes, “Gerry and I celebrated 35 years the top of my list. One of spirituality to continuous recovery; of marriage this past August. Our kids of the best decisions I made was her roots in Central New York and recovery from addictions, childhood helped us celebrate with a surprise party. to attend the College. It opened up a new trauma and eating disorders. Her private As some of you know, we adopted our world for a girl from the NYC projects.” practice has oldest granddaughter when she was six; grown to ac- she is now 21 and a mother. Clayton 1987 commodate Adam Weisbrod was born May 16 and Jonathan Arrindell ’87 is thrilled to offices in joins a passel of other grandchildren. share a photo of himself with grandson, “... there’s Manhattan, They are living with us for the time being, Mister Amiel Charles Wadley. and we are really enjoying watching the Westchester stages. I am the ‘on call’ caretaker, help- a feeling of County ing out where and when needed. Gerry 1988 25th Year acceptance and and most retired from Chrysler nine years ago, Pamela Bailey Timby-Straitiff ’88 recognition recently, in and has worked since then at the New is an interior designer/CID associate at Cazenovia. York State Fairgrounds, year-round, as a Carmina, Wood, Morris. This firm was as a valued member of the parking crew and as an responsible for the restoration of the She says information officer. You probably have member of the that being a met him and not known. We love to take Cazenovia member of Valerie Lawton Weaver ’72 our 5th-wheel camping and spend time the Alumni and husband, John with good friends.” College Board of community.” Directors Valerie Lawton “has been Weaver ’72 shares that she and her 1977 husband, John, celebrated their 39th had a Stephanie - Stephanie Kravec ’64 much like Denise Doherty Valenti ’77 Kravec ’64 wedding anniversary on November 13. wonderful time at the 2012 Reunion my experi- in her Valerie writes, “This year I was named last June. She reconnected with lifetime home/office in ence as a president of Lawton’s Travel Service, Inc., friends from Caz. Cazenovia, NY student our family-owned business, and was hon- – there’s a ored to receive one of the 2012 YWCA feeling of acceptance and recognition as Distinguished Women Awards. Thanks 1986 writes, “Since a valued member of the Cazenovia Col- Caz for your life-long lessons that have Naline Rodriguez ’86 graduating from Cazenovia, I have lege community. served me well!”

Photo: John Seiter John Photo: worked in the equine industry. I started Even though I’m involved in a new way, out with jumpers, grooming in ‘A’ rated the sense of inclusion and the emotional 1975 shows. From there, I went over to flat racing and worked at track and training tephanie Kravec ’64 found her lege had the feeling of a finishing school experience is what I felt as a student. Patricia Chambers Ellis ’75 is a stu- dent at the St. John’s University School barns. I worked for a few distinguished future at Cazenovia College. The then, because Rhea insisted we learn the My contribution now is to perpetuate of Theology in Collegeville, Minnesota, thoroughbred sales barns. I moved to first generation of her family born fine points of etiquette; but the small the experience of individual attention inS the United States, Kravec grew up classes and individual attention gave me where she is pursuing a Master of Arts Florida where I worked in several thor- that gives students the ability to grow, degree in liturgical music. oughbred farms. I’ve also been a veteri- in Syracuse, New York. “I wasn’t sure I a love of learning.” the freedom to explore their creativity wanted to go to college,” she says, “but nary technician in two top-notch equine and find their special mission in life. Paula Stec Fenger ’75 has relocated hospitals in Ocala, assisted in surgeries my mother knew and loved (President) “I took sociology and psychology classes Caz is a great place to nurture Rhea Eckel, so at her urging, I applied.” with Dr. Lionel Dannick,” she says. “I to Yardley, PA, with her husband, Chris. and as a road technician. Due to my desires and dreams.” Paula is a member of the Cazenovia equine experience I was able to become knew this was something I needed to College Board of Trustees. an equine adjuster for an insurance In heeding her mother’s advice, Kravec pursue.” Kravec earned her bachelor’s company which led me to staying in the found her life’s work. “Cazenovia Col- and master’s degrees in social work. insurance industry where I still work. I have many great memories and Caz is on

20 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 2121 Upcoming Hospital in Syracuse on their orthopedic Randy met during their senior year at Ca- Alumni Events – and neurology unit, and began work in zenovia College while participating on the Winter/Spring 2013 CLASS NOTES June. It never ceases to amaze me the Equestrian Team. They currently reside in - continued twists and turns your life can take, but Tunkhannock, PA. Amy is in her sixth year the whole way, I’ve had support from working in marketing at English Riding Stay many friends I met back in my days at Supply. Randy is running his own IT busi- Whether on the road or on campus, Cazenovia College! Thank you all!” ness: Endless Mountain Tech Solutions, and the Office of Alumni Relations hosts a Connected e-commerce store LateHarvestShop.com. wide variety of events to keep alumni 110-year-old Hotel at the Lafayette in Heather Welsh ’93 married Arthell connected and involved with Cazeno- Buffalo, New York. Day on April 6, 2012, in the Outer Banks via College and one another. Below is of North Carolina. Several Cazenovia 2010 a listing of where the College will be George Chamberlain ’10, a graduate classmates were bridesmaids: Stepha- during the winter and spring months. 1992 nie Babcock Shirley ’93, Tracee of the Business Program, announces his • FEBRUARY Gretchen Paeno-Rigby ’93 and Valerie Aaserud engagement to Monica Aldrich ’11, a Ramsey Roy ’93. Heather and Arthell reside in graduate of the Inclusive Elementary Edu- Dallas, Texas Lansing ’92 Garner, North Carolina. and have three cation Program. They are to be married is excited to children. Patrick Borello ’06 and June 29, 2013 in New York. Charlotte, North Carolina share that she Katie Kurty ’05 • MARCH has opened a new business 1995 Philadelphia called Healing Allison Busch Benedict ’95 writes, 2006 Syracuse, New York Elements. “I just want to give a shout-out to all Patrick Borello ’06 writes, “My wife, The facil- my pals from Watts and Park Halls from Katie Kurty ’05, and I finished the • APRIL ity has three 1993-94 and Farber 1994-95. Email me at Denver Rock n’ Roll Marathon (26.2 Washington, DC* beautifully [email protected]. I would love to miles) on September 22. Katie had a remodeled catch up! I’ve been happily involved with time of 3:46 and I finished at 3:47. Katie Virginia - Richmond and treatment Don for five years and have a seven-year- is working as an assistant teacher for a Alexandria* rooms old son, Johnny.” kindergarten class, and I’m a graphic de- Chicago Gretchen Ramsey and offers signer for Ricoh Americas Corporation. In Lansing ’92 massage 2010, we got married on the island of St. Vernon, New York therapy, personal train- Croix. We moved to Colorado last year Connecticut* ing, Graston technique, lymphatic drainage, from Saratoga Springs, New York. and love nutrition counseling and meditation coach- it out here!” • MAY ing, and Kinesio Taping.” Massachusetts* Amy Dawn Gingher ’06 and Randy Samuel Langley ’06 were married Monica Aldrich ’11 and Florida 1993 20th Year on August 20, 2011 at the Lake Winola George Chamberlain ’10 *Dr. Tierno will share his vision for the Colleen Mills Dailey ’93 writes, “I United Methodist Church in Lake Winola, wanted to drop a line so all my Caz alumni College’s future and provide an update on Pennsylvania. Lindsey Colburn ’06 Building Futures One at a Time: friends would know that I went back to of Omaha, Nebraska, served as maid 2011 and The Campaign for Cazenovia College. school for a change in my career! I gradu- of honor. Fellow Cazenovia classmates Blair Wiser ’11 Wesley Posson ’11 became engaged ated with an AAS in Nursing from Crouse in attendance were Deena Cady ’06, on October 13, 2012. College of Nursing in Syracuse last May Allison Busch Benedict ’95 with Jennifer Jones’06, Megan Boss ’06, and passed my state boards on July 2. I am son, Johnny, and husband, Don and Amber McMullin ’07. Amy and now officially an RN in the state of New York. I accepted a position at Crouse In fond memory Cazenovia College notes the deaths of the following alumni and friends:

Stephanie Chrzanowski Beers ’64 Constance Mayfield Trinkley ’75 Dawn Kemp ’79 Daniel Grover ’00 Find us on Barbara S. McCarthy - Facebook and former faculty follow us on Twitter! Please continue to keep us informed by forwarding information to Blair Wiser ’11 and Wesley Posson ’11 Shari Whitaker, director of alumni relations, at 315.655.7332 or [email protected].

22 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 23 22 Heather Welsh Day ’93 and bridal party Amy Gingher Langley ’06 and Randy Langley ’06 ALUMNI NEWS

The Office of Alumni Relations visited Alumni Central Florida in late November. Events ORLANDO, FLORIDA NOVEMBER 2012

(L-R) Director of Alumni Relations The Office of Alumni Shari Whitaker and Donald Ferro ’85 Relations had a busy fall SYRACUSE President Mark Tierno NOVEMBERALBANY 2012 and the Office of Alumni visiting alumni and friends AUGUST 2012 Relations co-hosted holiday across New York State and luncheons for alumni, current parents and friends of the Central Florida. Alumni The Albany Chapter of the (L-R, kneeling) College. Dr. Tierno shared from the classes of 1942 to Cazenovia College Alumni Tod Vanwert ’86 and Elyse Flannery news about Building Futures Association hosted a day at (L-R, standing) One at a Time: The Campaign Saratoga Race Track. Kim Gallup Ladd ’82, alumni board member; for Cazenovia College. 2012 gathered to reminisce Linda Testa ’81, Steve Sorricone, (L-R) Carolyn and learn about the Steve MacArthur, Shelley Bullock ’85, Cobb Wallace ’63 Jennifer Sullivan Flannery ’85, and Bob Wallace Michael Flannery ’86, trustee; ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA exciting things happening NOVEMBER 2012 Claire Flannery on campus.

(L-R, seated) MAITLAND, FLORIDA Lynda Wayne NOVEMBER 2012 The Long Island/New York City Chapter of the Cazenovia College Alumni Miller ’61 and Association gathered for an autumn luncheon in Patchogue, New York. Debbie Reis (L-R, standing) Louise Kushner (L-R) David Hofmann, Johanne Smith Hofmann ’54, Brown ’70, Joe Goubeaud, Veronica Pisarz Goubeaud ’73, Darla Dann Diane Hill Melaniff ’85, Alice Chapman ’85, Marjie Dobin Miller ’69, Faber ’61, trustee; Tracy Edwards ’92, Raquel Aponte ’89, Sharon Bush Kristin Burger ’07, alumni board member; Albana Gurabardhi, Molthen ’59, Arsen Gurabardhi ’08, Shari Whitaker, director of alumni Susan Wagner relations; Stephanie Macero, senior development associate; Reis ’59, ROCHESTER LONG ISLAND DECEMBER 2012 OCTOBER 2012 Bill Burger, Barb Burger Jo Anne Roberts French ’69

(L-R, seated) Former Trustee Carol Feol O’Neill ’54 and Jayne Yates ’49 Alumni and friends joined President Mark Tierno (L-R, standing) at the Century Club for an update on Ginny Peterson Bourke ’55 and

Building Futures One at a Time: Marion Lewis Merrill ’48 Whitaker Shari Photos: The Campaign for Cazenovia College.

(L-R) Pete Way ’03, director of the annual fund; Erica Brooks, Michael Brooks ’01, assistant director of athletics; (L-R) Former Trustee Fathi Altheblah ’02, Darnell Buckingham ’12, SYRACUSE SYRACUSE Gordon Wheler and Brad Wheler, trustee NOVEMBER 2012 NOVEMBER 2012 Polly Koerner

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SKANEATELES DECEMBER 2012

(L-R, seated) Christine and Lotar Nordman (L-R, seated) (L-R, standing) George Orosz, Paul Mahoney Linda Presley-Beauford ’02 and and Renee Mahoney Jennifer Presley (L-R, standing) Debra Orosz, President Mark Tierno, Mary Zimmer, Bruce Zimmer and Aimee Jensen HAMILTON ROCHESTER DECEMBER 2012 DECEMBER 2012 (Seated) Barbara Wheler, trustee emerita (First row, L-R) Jennifer Buonomo Sweet ’07, Mary Burton Thompson ’59, former trustee; Doris Eversfield Webster ’46, former trustee; Gordon Wheler, former trustee (Second row, L-R) Elsbeth W. Morgan, former trustee, Eric Sweet, Jon Thompson, Judith Bond Clarke ’59, Bette Brown Carpenter ’48, alumni board member; Bob Cody SKANEATELES (Third row, L-R) Charles B. Morgan, trustee emeritus; President DECEMBER 2012 Mark Tierno, Cyndi Pratt-Tierno, director, office of special services; Jack Koerner, former trustee; Kathleen Bice, Dr. Bob Greene, Paul (L-R) Dolly Weiss, former professor J. Schupf professor of history and humanities of psychology; President Mark Tierno, Harwant Dosanjh, former professor of math and science Photos: Shari Whitaker Shari Photos:

ALBANY DECEMBER 2012 NEW YORK CITY JANUARY 2013 (First row, L-R) President Mark Tierno, Jennifer Davis Kenneally ’78, Joseph Kaczyski, Connie Waiksnoris, (L-R) Elenora Kupencow and Lynn Condon, Ellen Flasterstein Reohr ’71, Andrea Sebeck ’97, Jean Rosato Chase ’84, Sheila Ehlinger ’58 Debra Verni ’98 (Second row, L-R) NEW YORK CITY Bill Kenneally, Maria Lange, Dee Mastroianni ’68, Lisa Neddermeyer Jordan ’88, JANUARY 2013 Kim Gallup Ladd ’81, alumni board member; Alex Simon ’07, Andrew Sebeck, Anne Sebeck, Lori Cassella McFarren ’85, Ernest Verni (L-R) Arsen Gurabardhi ’08, Carol Satchwell, (Third row, L-R) David Umlauf ’86, Joseph Waiksnoris, Michael Lange, Linda Testa ‘81 vice-president for institutional advancement; Justin Bluto ’08 and Mouhamadou Diaman ’09 Photos: Shari Whitaker Shari Photos:

(L-R) President Mark Tierno and Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 26 Major Dorion Germany ’92 NEW YORK CITY Westervelt Wayne Photos: 27 JANUARY 2013 ALUMNI NEWS

named Javier Infantes, who called me a few days later with an invitation to visit Art Career Begins on New York City and talk to him about show opportunities.” Robert Wright Charlotte Kniskern Linda Holler Huber Jeanne Haste Lark Elizabeth Brown Times Square Jumbotron Infantes asked Matousek to be part of 1938 - 75th 1943 - 70th 1958 - 55th 1953 - 60th Carpenter a show he is curating for a gallery in 1948 - 65th Chelsea next year, and mentioned that Public “Artists Wanted” exhibition launches a he will be the guest curator for a future exhibition at a gallery in Germany. “It career for recent graduate was extremely exciting,” she says. “I just Class Agents happened to run into the right people.” Artists Wanted (www.artist- swanted.org), an online group Matousek is currently building her Want You dedicated to creating opportu- portfolio and saving money for graduate nities for great but undiscovered school. She paints for 7 to 16 hours every artists around the world. day in her studio space in her mother’s to Join Them at basement. “Mom is very supportive of The painting she entered was my ambition,” she says, laughing, “but chosen as one of thousands she says she really wishes I painted Reunion Weekend of finalists to appear on an landscapes.” electronic billboard in Times Crystal Wright Farrell Bonnie Cooke Square in the competition titled Matousek says aspiring artists need to 1988 - 25th June 7-9! 1963 - 50th Art Takes Times Square. At be extremely motivated, and never give Lindsey Matousek the June 2012 premiere of Art up. “I never thought I was going to even at the Cazenovia Takes Times Square (www.see. make it this far. Tenacity is the name of Alumni are encouraging classmates College Art me/june18th), Matousek and the game in the art world and in life.” Gallery in her father were there to record Reisman Hall, to return to campus for a fun and the few moments her painting Although she didn’t win an award, where her would be displayed. The camera first exhibitions being included in the show and the memorable weekend. were held. malfunctioned, and the mo- subsequent offers have given her all the ment was gone. “Then my dad’s Photo: Tasha Johnson Tasha Photo: motivation she needs. She says, “I want Join your class’s Facebook page for news and fun cellphone rang,” says Matousek. to be able to create things that help to “A relative, who had no idea we share the deeper meanings of the human memories that will be shared. Go to t is not always a killer marketing were also in the crowd, had gotten the collective and current issues with the facebook.com/cazalumni and click on the strategy that gets an artist noticed; photo we wanted.” general population. I am hoping I will be Class/Chapter Pages link. If you would like to get in touch sometimes it’s just timing. This is able to become self-sustaining enough Ithe case for Cazenovia College graduate “I was invited to the after party for Art with my work that I can seriously focus with your class agent, or if you’re interested in serving as Lindsey Matousek ’12 , of Liverpool, Takes Times Square,” she says. “I was on these messages.” Sheila Ehlinger Carol Cooke Galusha New York, whose painting appeared on really nervous, but I grabbed a bunch of 1958 - 55th one, contact Shari Whitaker, director of alumni relations, 1963 - 50th a Times Square jumbotron last summer my business cards at 315.655.7332 or [email protected] as part of a competition sponsored by and went anyway. for more information. As I was leav- ing I started talking with an illustrator who lives in the city, and he introduced me to people walk- ing past. One of those was an artist/curator

28 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Jo Ann Gifford Burns Kate Lincoln Veronica Pisarz Deborah Nellis YacobucciCazenovia CollegeWendy Magazine: Jaquish Winter Ball 2013 29 Matousek’s painting on the 1968 - 45th 2008 - 5th Goubeaud 1983 - 30th 1983—30th Times Square jumbotron Bob Kanner Photo: 1973 - 40th he 1824 Society was created by the Cazenovia College Board of Trustees to encourage leadership giving that helps TRUSTEE HIGHLIGHTS T to advance curriculum offerings, diversify campus life and create partnerships between the College and the community. Cazenovia College is proud to acknowledge the support and com- mitment of caring alumni and friends whose generosity enhances our students’ educational experience. Useppa Island, Florida, she joined the Useppa Island Historical Society and has Thank you to members of The 1824 Society for their leadership commitment to Cazenovia College. Making a Career been involved in the island’s museum. Anonymous Mark H. & Colleen Edwards Joyce Robert Pratt ’52 Serving on the Cazenovia College Board Marilyn & Richard Alberding Sheila J. Ehlinger ’58 David W. C. Putnam out of Caring for Others of Trustees is another form of caring AmeriCU ExxonMobil Foundation The Raysman Family for Nutting. She says that understand- Janet Ammentorp Ronald M. & Nancy LeValley Farley ’69 The Dorothy & Marshall M. Reisman Foundation ing group dynamics and systems theory Amos Family Fund J. Christian & Paula Stec Fenger ’75 Betty Ogletree Roberts ’70 Alumna and trustee cites family and professors as inspirations has helped with her work on the Board, Roberta Lee August ’58 Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Rodman Foundation allowing her to empathize with other Baker Charitable Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Stephen D. Fournier John & Jackie Romano people’s positions. Dacia L. Banks ’94 Catherine A. Gale Frances E. Rosenfield better use.’ My father came from Beacon Federal Dorion S. Germany ’92 Jack & Stephanie Cotton Rudnick ’93 Clan Rose, a line of Scots who were She says, “The alumni on the board Joe & Emily Behan Gorman Foundation Margie Russell ’72 known as the peace keepers of the have a special connection, supporting Benefit Link, LLC/Robin Ryan Flaherty ’86 Green Family Foundation, Inc. James H. St. Clair in memory of Jill Hebl St. Clair ’62 Highlands,” says Nutting. and encouraging each other, which Laura & Joe Benoit Catherine McFarland Hamberger ’68 Trust St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center promotes a very positive energy at board Susan & Ronald Berger The Hanover Insurance Group Norman H. & Betsy Rosenfield Samet meetings. My training has also been When she took a sociology course with Kathleen E. Bice Margaret Walker Harris ’67 Carol & Mike Satchwell helpful in my role on the Institutional Dr. Lionel Dannick, she knew she Deborah Blount-Smith ’73 Haylor, Freyer & Coon SDMD Enterprises, LLC Advancement Committee, identifying had found her calling. She remembers Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC Patricia Stacy Healey ’62 M. Gerald & Barbara Sayford Sedam ’64 Assistant Professor Dolly Weiss’s “The populations, businesses and philan- Virginia Peterson Bourke ’55 The Hearst Foundation Conkie & Jim Sessler Psychology of Women,” and Dr. Bettina thropic entities in fundraising. I am very Michael & Lisa Harden Brickey Hershey Family Fund Phillip F. Sheehan ’11 Jackson’s biology course, which Nutting impressed with the directions we are tak- Joan & Paul Brooks Jean & Bob Hood Anne T. Smith says, “solidified my love for biology.” ing – Cazenovia is a very different col- lege now than it was when I graduated, Jonna M. & Eric M. Brown ’97 Elaine Small Horstmyer ’55 Richard L. Smith, Esq. Steven J. & Kathleen W. Infanti Nursing, her chosen career path, re- but it still has the same heart and soul. Carol Zimmerman Buckhout Dr. & Mrs. Todd H. Spangler quired that she pass organic chemistry The atmosphere says to students ‘yes, you Albert J. & Rev. Karen V. Budney Margot Cheney Jacoby ’70 Michael & Susan Grozek Spina ’85 to be accepted in a baccalaureate nursing can – go try something new’.” Jo Buffalo Jephson Educational Trusts SYSCO Food Services program. “Dr. Harwant Dosanjh Karen Bump & Tim Williams Bill & Jen Davis ’78 Kenneally Thomas R. Tartaglia/Dermody, Burke & Brown, guided me through that class,” she says. Cazenovia College Alumni Association KeyBank Foundation CPAs, LLC “Because of her persistence, I was ac- Judith R. Nutting ’73 Cazenovia Lake Association Mr. & Mrs. John H. Koerner The Tianaderrah Foundation cepted at Syracuse University.” Central New York Community Foundation, Inc. Stephanie J. Kravec ’64 Dr. & Mrs. Mark Tierno Education: Grace N. Chiang Lanni Family Charitable Foundation Time Warner Cable Nutting began her career in public Harriet Christakos: The Christakos Family Trust Marvin & Annette Lee Foundation Inc. Maureen Sullivan Tonetti ’75

Photo: Wayne Westervelt Wayne Photo: • Cazenovia College - A.S. health nursing in Central New York. She • Syracuse University - B.S., John Christakos Marilyn Adams Lewis ’47 Trewlawny Farm LLC/The Raether 1985 fter my first visit to Caze- says, “As a public health nurse, I often public health nursing; M.A., Sparky & Patricia Rickett Christakos ’77 Barbara E. Lindberg Charitable Trust novia College,” says Judith walked into family situations where I marriage and family therapy H. Thomas & The Honorable Bernadette T. Clark William F. Locke Turning Stone Resort Casino, LLC Rose Nutting ’73, “I never was not prepared to intervene,” so she • Finger Lakes School of Massage CNA Foundation M&T Bank Van Heusen Music Corporation looked“A at another school because I met studied marriage and family therapy to Winifred E. Coleman Wayne & Chris McMorris Mandel ’82 Vedder Foundation c/o Bucknell University two charismatic women, Dean Winnie counsel family caregivers. Memberships: Community Foundation for the Greater The McCrimmon Family John & J. Susan Voss Coleman and (President) Rhea Eckel.” • Cazenovia College Board of Capital Region J.M. McDonald Foundation Dr. Christopher C. Warren Nutting started as an art major but, as She was part of a research team that Trustees: chair, Institutional The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Dr. Tim McLaughlin & Ms. Diane Cass Doris Eversfield Webster ’46 the child and grandchild of dentists, found home health care generally less Oneida Counties Richard S. & Marion Lewis Merrill ’48 Jim & Karlene Webster she began to gravitate toward medicine. Advancement Committee; expensive and better for elderly patients Community Foundation of Western Nevada James Z. Metalios Sara & Stu Weisman “I learned my ABCs filing in my parents’ than institutional settings. She is a member, Buildings and Grounds, Mr. & Mrs. Robert S. Constable Bridget M. Miller Dolly Weiss office,” she says. proponent of holistic medicine, noting, Enrollment Management and Mary L. Cotter Marjorie Dobin Miller ’69 Arthur W. & Margaret Wentlandt “I added medical massage therapy after Executive committees Penni & Bob Croot Steve Miller – Queensboro Farm Products, Inc. Wayne & Julie Westervelt Nutting believes she inherited her lean- realizing, during my father’s final illness, • Syracuse Women’s Foundation and a Mr. & Mrs. Charles B. Morgan A. Gordon & Barbara C. Wheler ing toward the caring professions. “My how important a simple thing like past treasurer of VIP Structures, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Charles Davis II Darcy Nolan mother exemplified her Norwegian physical contact can be to people who • Syracuse University’s Omicron Art & Carolyn Charles Deacon ’66 Bradford & Julie Wheler ancestry – she was a caring and self- are suffering.” Nu National Honor Society, Carol White Deem ’60 Judith Rose Nutting ’73 Shari S. Whitaker less woman who gave up her college Alpha Iota chapter Paul W. deLima A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation, Inc. Brian D. & Mary A. O’Connor Wiser ’82 scholarship to a male student when her Nutting’s caring spirit also extends to • DeWitt Community Church Board, Patricia A. & John Dellas Scottie O’Toole ’71 Linda A. Witherill principal suggested he could ‘put it to ecology and history. As a resident of advisor to the day care center Victor & Kathleen DiSerio David & Janice Schmidt Panasci ’76 Estate of Ruth E. Wurster ’49 • NYS Society of Medical William B. Eberhardt Margery A. Pinet Dr. Howard D. & Susan Glaser Zipper ’58 Massage Therapists 30 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 3131 • Useppa Island Historical Association For more information about The 1824 Society, please contact the Cazenovia College Development Office at 315.655.7369 or visit www.cazenovia.edu/1824society. WILDCATS NEWS To stay current with Wildcat athletics news, go to www.cazenoviawildcats.com

Capocefalo Winans was a superior de- honor student-athletes, teams, admin- Athletics Hall of Fame fender for Cazenovia; she also managed to istrators, coaches, and supporters of Wildcats Update Inducts Class of 2012 make big plays for the Wildcats, tallying Cazenovia College Athletics. Inductees ten assists and three game-winning goals embody the sportsmanship and spirit Jaclyn Capocefalo Winans ’07 over her career in blue and gold, placing that personify the highest standards of A look back on a successful Fall 2012 season for Caz College Athletics her second and third respectively in those Cazenovia College athletics. It is not too and Nicholas J. Christakos are honored categories in the women’s soccer program. early to begin thinking about the Hall of at the annual Blue & Gold Dinner Her dominance earned her recognition as Fame Class of 2013. Visit www.cazeno- the team’s Most Valuable Player on three viawildcats.com to submit your online azenovia College coaches and occasions, in addition to being selected as nomination form today! student-athletes are proud to an all-conference performer in the North share this fall 2012 update with Eastern Athletic Conference in 2005. alumniC and friends. The late Nicholas J. Christakos is one Women’s Soccer of only six Trustee Emeriti of Cazenovia Wildcats Relive College. A long-time Cazenovia resident Their Glory Days The women’s soccer team completed a and supporter of Cazenovia College and memorable and record-setting regular Wildcats athletics, Christakos became season. The Wildcats set a program involved with the College in the 1970s. n the final day of Homecoming/ record with nine wins and the first He received the College’s Community O Family Weekend, more than 85 alumni winning record in Service Award in 1976 in recognition of returned to campus to compete in the the history of the his support of the College and commu-

Photo: Rob Kenna Photo: Alumni Games. Whether on the court program. Their nity, and was instrumental in establish- or in the pool, on the newly named hard work paid off, upon its tradition of success. After fin- Samantha McCarthy showed leadership ing a cooperative arrangement between Christakos Field, or on the baseball and as they were invited ishing near the top of the North Eastern and masterful skills on the court that the College, Memorial Association and softball diamonds at Veterans Field, cur- to play in the 2012 Athletic Conference (NEAC) regular will serve the Wildcats well over the next American Legion so that the College’s rent Wildcats proudly took on Wildcats Eastern College season standings, the Wildcats advanced several years. The future looks bright for NCAA baseball and softball teams could from the past. The Athletics Department Athletic Confer- to the NEAC Championship Tourna- Coach Brian Bobo and the women’s vol- (L-R) Mrs. Harriet Christakos play on Veterans Field. A gift from the and Jaclyn Capocefalo Winans ‘07 looks forward to even more participation ence (ECAC) ment’s semi-final round behind the leyball team. Christakos family led to the naming of

Photo: Wayne Westervelt Wayne Photo: next year as our student-athlete alumni Upstate Women’s strong play of all-conference performers the College’s turf field, Christakos Field, base continues to grow. If you ever Soccer Champion- Gregoire Ducasse, David McDonald, which will forever honor Nick and his donned the blue and gold for Cazenovia ship. Head Coach Riley Battaglini, Oleg Martynyuk and Cross Country he Cazenovia College Department many contributions to the College and T College, make sure to mark your calen- Lauren Pacelli’s Conor Cahalan. Due to their successful of Athletics announced the Hall of community. Once again, the women’s cross country dars for September 29, 2013, and take formula for suc- season, the team was invited to the 2012 Fame Class of 2012 at the annual Blue team was paced by NEAC all-conference part in next year’s Alumni Games. cess has been the ECAC Upstate Men’s Soccer Division & Gold Dinner during Homecoming/ The Cazenovia College Hall of Fame performer Kristen Nicolais, who was the steady leadership III Tournament, where they made their Family Weekend. This year’s inductees was established in 2007 to recognize and top finisher for the Wildcats in all races of veteran play- first appearance. Last year Cazenovia included former student- this fall. She was joined by seniors Amy ers, such as Jenna qualified, but no tournament was held in athlete Jaclyn Capocefalo Evans and Maureen Wilson in provid- Heffernan, Megan the upstate region. Winans ’07 and the late ing leadership and stability for the entire McDermott and Nicholas J. Christakos, team. While the men’s cross country team Kerry MacHugh, trustee emeritus. could not compete infused with the Women’s Volleyball as a team, they were energy of newcom- Jaclyn Capocefalo Winans Coming off an exceptional year in 2011, fortunate to have the ers like Emily ’07, throughout her time at this year’s women’s volleyball team expe- strong individual per- Graham, Leigh Cazenovia College, embod- rienced several individual achievements formance of Patrick Shoemaker and ied the spirit of Wildcats that bode well for the Wildcats in the Ormsby throughout Photos: John Seiter John Photos: Ciera Sportello. athletics. Her tenacious play future. If they continue at their cur- the season. With and leadership on the field Julianne Erin rent pace, second-year players Head Coach helped accumulate twenty Heigel Shaylia Thomas Kelly Men’s Soccer and could ’s dedication wins for the women’s soccer make a run at the all-time kills record. and guidance, the program, including estab- Under the leadership of first-year coach Sophomore Jackie Farrington contin- cross country pro-

lishing the program’s highest Seiter John Photo: Jim McIntyre, the Cazenovia College ued to show her defensive dominance gram is sure to enjoy single season win total. men’s soccer team has continued to build from the libero position, while freshman success for many years

32 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 Cazenovia College Magazine: Winter 2013 33 Photo: Rob Kenna Photo: Martha Papworth O’Neill Class of 2000 Memorial Scholarship:

SPOTLIGHT Established by family and friends in memory of Martha, this scholarship is awarded to a current Cazenovia College student with financial need who implementing a profes- demonstrates successful sional level service project academic performance as with a demonstrable impact on an Alumna Inspires Young a history, English or unmet need, in addition to maintaining communications major. her academic responsibilities. Henry says, Men to Become Lawyers “Very few minority men enter law school – it wasn’t until I came to NCCU that I met any minority attorneys. I designed Iyanna Henry’s “I AM” Program fosters confidence my project to change that.” in social and academic abilities Henry’s pilot program, I AM (Identity, Achievement, Matricula- tion), helped young men from the Durham Nativity “We created this scholarship School gain confidence in loving memory of our daughter Iyanna Henry in their social and aca- Martha with the help of many demic abilities and increase thoughtful people. This scholarship spends many their knowledge of the hours in law through classroom will benefit students who exemplify and community service Martha’s generous and loving spirit, the NCCU activities, and by learning her passion for learning and law library. debate strategies. Henry teaching, and her sense of says, “They learned that social justice.” She says, if they can effectively and

persuasively defend a posi- - Margot Cheney Jacoby ’70 “The law exists tion against any objections, to help people their confidence can never be shaken.” cholarships, such as and protect “S Henry’s career search is the Martha Papworth O’Neill our rights.” focused on education law, Memorial Scholarship, have helped but career planning has not in allowing me to pursue my goals at Photo Courtesy of Iyanna Henry ’08 overshadowed her desire Cazenovia College. While working to continue the successful towards my degree in English, I AM program by making the curriculum ith assistance from a fellow- Professor Tim McLaughlin’s Race, available for other schools to model, I have grown as a thinker and as an ship, Iyanna J. Henry ’08 Rights, and Resistance course, and was seeking funds and talking with officials individual. I hope that one day I is sharing what she learned “inspired by his level of passion, empathy at NCCU about adopting the program. Wat Cazenovia College with young men in and activism.” will be able to help students the Henry created a marketing DVD hopes they will pursue legal careers. She way I have been helped.” for the I AM Program and is seeking says, “I want to have a positive impact on Maureen Louis, associate professor of support from public and private sources our education systems and policies. My communication, was Henry’s academic - Princess Weekes, Class of 2013 education at Cazenovia gave me confi- advisor and mentor, and the first lawyer to continue the program. She says, dence in my intellectual and analytical she ever met. “She has a level of precision “I definitely plan to continue being abilities to succeed in graduate school and confidence that I admired and a skill actively involved.” and in law school.” set I wanted to acquire,” Henry says. Her website, www.beautybrainsenterprises.com, (L-R) Margot Cheney Jacoby ’ 70 Henry credits Audrey Dreier-Mor- After earning a Master’s Degree in higher offers information and T-shirts, designed and Princess Weekes, Class of 2013 rison, associate director of Project education administration at SUNY by Henry, for sale. REACH, and DM Shepard, lecturer, Albany, Henry is studying law at North Photo: John Seiter among many others, with “helping me Carolina Central University (NCCU). build the confidence I needed to pursue She is the first NCCU School of Law You can help fulfill student dreams. To learn more about endowed scholarships or the Term Scholarship Program, academic and personal excellence.” student selected as an Albert Schweitzer please contact Joan Brooks, director of development, at 315.655.7108 or [email protected] . She served as master student for Fellow, charged with designing and

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