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Medaille College magazine with content about students, alumni, faculty, staff and the greater WNY/Buffalo/Rochester community
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Summer/Fall 2012
The magazine of the Medaille College CommunityBUFFALO I AMHERST I ROCHESTER I ONLINE
PHOPHOOTO TO O BY BY BY NANNANNANCY CYY J. J.J. PARPARPARISIISSI
Medaille College produces its magazine bi-annually as a service to its alumni, faculty and staff, students, parents, friends of the College and community leaders. The publication promotes Medaille’s programs and people in an informative and engaging format while documenting the College’s progress and expressing the College’s aspiration: to be known as a leader in preparing leaders for career success and a lifelong commitment to a civic and sustainable future in Buffalo, the region and the world.
INSIDE
4 Top of Mind College news and
updates on individual
achievements.
6 Founders’ Day “A celebration of
service and citizenship”
9 Alex Hersh ’99 Profi le of an
extraordinary person
10 Commencement 2012
12 People Saving lives, telling stories
and changing minds
20 Clinical Psychology A roundtable conversation
about Medaille’s role in
an ever-changing fi eld
24 Home Again Through Their Eyes Students changing lives
of Buff alo’s immigrants
28 Donor Roll Recognizing our many
generous alumni, family,
friends and benefactors
33 Athletics
34 AlumNews
Printed in Buffalo, N.Y. by Quantum Color
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MEDAILLE MAGAZINE
Summer/Fall 2012
Interim Editor CARLA F. KESTNER
Associate Editor KEVIN BATES
Designer CARLA F. KESTNER
Contributors KEVIN BATES I TARA ERWIN I SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12 I KARA KANE I ALAN PERGAMENT JEANINE PURCELL I JARED SCOTT TESLER
Editorial Board KEVIN BATES Graduate Assistant I ASHLEY BYRD Residence Director I MICHAEL CARBERY Assistant Athletic Director and Sports Information Director I MARY CONBOY Assistant Director of Admissions I JOHN P. CRAWFORD Vice President
of College Relations I SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12 Annual Fund Manager I ROGER PUCHALSKI Adjunct Faculty, Media Communications I DANIELLE SCHMIDT Interim Director for Day Undergraduate Admissions
Photography KEVIN BATES I SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12 I KARA KANE I CARLA F. KESTNER I SHELBY LITTLE ’12 NANCY J. PARISI I CHRISTOPHER RIPLEY ’12
Magazine
College
Relations
Offi ce
JOHN P. CRAWFORD Vice President of College Relations
RYAN ANSTETT Data Entry Specialist
KEVIN BATES Graduate Assistant
GWYN BEYER Administrative Assistant
EVELYN HAMILTON Event and Conference Planner
SUMMER (GEMMATI) HANDZLIK ’08 ’12
Annual Fund Manager
CARLA F. KESTNER Graphic Designer/Publications Specialist
JEANINE PURCELL Director of Philanthropy
VICKI WARD Director of Advancement Services
A message from John Crawford, Vice President of College RelationsIt’s impressive to witness fi rsthand the Medaille community’s commitment not only to our
students, but to our Western New York Region. Faculty, staff , students, alumni, board members
and friends alike show their commitment through their actions, which you’ll read about in these
pages. I hope you fi nd these stories as inspiring as I do. Our shared successes would not be
possible without all of you.
On the Cover Mame Yaa “Laydee” Ankoma-Mensa, Class of 2012.
When asked what she was thinking about during the
ceremony, Laydee told us, “I did it. There have been
people in my life that weren’t able to get to this point in
life, but despite what I have been through I made it ...
I wish my brother Kofi was physically here with the family.
He always talked about this day all the time. And believed
in me no matter what the situation was.”
Pictured: Samuel Arnold and Mame Yaa “Laydee” Ankoma-Mensa
COMMENCEMENT PHOTOS ON COVER AND THIS PAGE BY NANCY J. PARISI
Stephen L. Cicchinelli ‘98Lawrence CostaDavid EliasPeter Freyburger, DVMHorace A. Gioia, Esq.Robert S. Graber ‘96Ellen E. Grant, Ph.D., LCSW-RRichard T. Jurasek, Ph.D.Margaret Kafka ‘90
Robert J. LaMastraMichael Moley ‘07James K. MorrellWilliam H. Pearce, Jr.Darius G. Pridgen ‘07Heidi A. Raphael ‘85Robert L. StevensonRobby Takac ‘86Rocco Termini
Donald R. Tomasulo ‘79Kenneth D. Trbovich ‘99Joseph E. WolfsonDale Stephens ’99, ’06* (non-voting member)
*President of the Medaille Alumni Association Board of Directors, non-voting board member
Offi cers: CHARLES E. MORAN, JR. Chair STUART H. ANGERT Vice Chair JUANITA K. HUNTER, Ed.D. Secretary MICHAEL K. WALSH Treasurer
GWYN A. BEYER Administrative Assistant
Board of Trustees 2012-13
PHOTO BY GREG WLOSINSKI ’07
Summer/Fall 2012 medaille.edu I Medaille Magazine I 3
From the PresidentIs it me, or is time going by faster? Everyone seems to be in a rush these days: in
a rush to get to work, in a rush to get home from work, in a rush for the snow to
melt and summer to come, and then in a rush for the cooler days of autumn. Add
into the mix smart phones with news and entertainment literally at our fi ngertips
and laptops with the capacity to be virtual offi ces, and the speed at which we can
access our information rivals the Indy 500.
Here at Medaille, we see more and more that students require
a learning environment and delivery systems that meet the
demands of their hectic schedules. To meet those demands,
we increasingly rely on technology, where we can put our
gizmos and gadgets to good use and utilize them to enhance
learning and simplify our lives. Research supports our
strategic direction, showing the number of students taking at
least one online course has increased at a rate far in excess of
the growth in overall higher education enrollment.
In 2010 Medaille College recognized the busy lives we
all lead and created online degree programs, where active
professionals balancing families and careers can attain higher
education at their convenience, at their preferred location —
at their speed.
We call it a fourth campus, a virtual world that off ers the
fl exibility and ease of learning anywhere, anytime, any place,
with programs designed to meet the growing needs in today’s
job market. From a BBA in Information Systems, to a BPS
in Health Administration Information, to a BS in Homeland
Security, to a Master of Organizational Leadership, to an
MBA, Medaille recognizes that students learn best when they
are comfortable and can fully concentrate on the learning
material. And what better way to motivate and inspire
students than by turning the controls over to them and
letting them decide when and where they learn best?
I’m very proud to say that our fi rst class of wholly online
students is set to graduate this December. What’s more,
Medaille has listened to our student body through surveys
and focus groups, and plans on off ering expanded online
programs in January 2013 and again in September 2013.
We’ve partnered with Greenwood & Hall and U.S. Interactive
Media, which will provide enrollment management and
marketing solutions that meet the needs of prospective
online learners. We’re also cutting down on the wait time for
enrollment in our online degree programs to just eight weeks
between sessions, making the accessibility to a high quality
learning experience even faster than before.
All of these exciting changes have certainly thrown us into
overdrive here at Medaille, but we wouldn’t have it any other
way. Because we’re here to serve you — students, friends and
alumni. You are the reason we are here, and if our lightning-
fast response to your needs means you have time to stop and
smell the roses, well — so much the better.
Top of Mind
Briefs We want to hear about
your achievements!
Faculty, staff , students
and alumni are
encouraged to send in
news and updates to be
published in the Medaille
magazine and other
college publications.
Send an email to:
medaille.edu/submit-news.
Elaine Correa, Ph.D., associate
professor in the School of
Education, submitted an electronic
presentation and paper entitled
“Rites of Passage: Learning that
counts! The Struggle Between the
Medium and the Message,” which
were accepted and published
as part of the proceedings for
the 23rd International Society
for Information Technology and
Teacher Education Conference
(S.I.T.E.) held in Austin, Texas.
Keith Klostermann, Ph.D., LMHC,
visiting assistant professor in the
Department of Graduate Counseling
and Psychology, published a chapter
in Psychology of Aggression: New Research. His chapter on substance
abuse disorders examined the link
between intimate partner violence
and substance abuse, including
defi ning partner aggression,
examining the scope of the
problem, describing the prevalence
of these conditions and discussing
treatment options. He also
published work, “Substance Abuse
Disorders,” in the 2012 publication
Psychopathology: Foundations for a Contemporary Understanding.
The New York Press Association has
awarded the Perspective, Medaille’s
student newspaper, second place for
general excellence in the statewide
“Better Newspaper Contest.”
Medaille College hosted a dinner for
former students and teachers from
Mt. St. Joseph’s Elementary School
with members of the Sisters of St.
Joseph community on March 15.
The Student Involvement
Center (SIC) sponsored four days
of programming in April that
highlighted bullying outside of the
The Sully’s Got It!THE CLAMOR OF jackhammers, cranes and concrete
mixers heralded the start of construction season on the
Buff alo Campus. After the semester break in January, work
on the Kevin I. Sullivan Campus Center expansion and
renovation moved forward quickly. With the roof completed
by the end of classes in May, “Th e Sully” was enclosed and
interior construction began in earnest.
Dining services continued for the staff and summer camps
that remained on campus, and offi ces on the second fl oor
relocated for the duration of construction.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony and the grand reopening
of Th e Sully will be held in the new Events Arena on
Wednesday, September 26, 2012. We hope you will join us.
EXTERIOR RENDERING COURTESY OF CHAINTREUIL JENSEN STARK ARCHITECTS
TOP OF MIND
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LGBT community and discussed how
to limit its infl uence and presence in
school communities and beyond.
Peer mentors and TRiO students
joined three Medaille staff at a
Buff alo-area Habitat For Humanity
house. They spent the day installing
fi berglass and foam insulation. This is
TRiO’s second year working with this
local nonprofi t organization.
Medaille students and staff
participated in the American Cancer
Society’s Relay for Life event at
Canisius College on April 13. Forty-
eight participants were part of three
teams: the Relay Raptors (TRIO/
Multicultural Association/
Future Teachers Club), the 4th
Down Blitzers (Student
Government Association) and The
Medaille Mavs (the Tennis Team).
They raised a combined $2,900 to
support the goals of the American
Cancer Society.
The College held “Take Back the
Night” on April 16 at the Buff alo
Campus. This event takes place
in conjunction with the New York
State Sexual Assault Awareness
Month in April. Brandi Sutherland of
Crisis Services’ Advocate Program
was keynote speaker for the event.
Crisis Services received a Fr.
Médaille Award for Service &
Citizenship at the Founders’ Day
Celebration in 2010.
During April, students in Medaille’s
Future Teachers Club coordinated
a series of fundraising activities to
support “charity: water,” a global
organization dedicated to bringing
clean and safe drinking water to
people in developing nations.
Poetry by Ross T. Runfola, J.D.,
Ph.D. , was published by the Poetry
Collection of the University at Buff alo
Libraries in conjunction with National
Poetry Month in April. This is the
fourth in a yearly series featuring the
work of poets living in Buff alo.
Medaille Students in Free Enterprise
(SIFE), helped to coordinate a half-day
symposium with the World Trade
Center Buff alo Niagara on April 17.
The topic, strategic implications of
cross-border business practices,
attracted business leaders from both
sides of the U.S.-Canadian border.
STUDENT LOUNGE RENDERING COURTESY OF CHAINTREUIL JENSEN STARK ARCHITECTS
“The Sully work is a truly exciting project for the
College, enhancing and expanding the facilities
and off erings for the entire campus community
— our students, internal stakeholders,
community partners, faculty, staff — all of us.
It’s a big win for Medaille.”
— Nate Marton, director of operations at Medaille
TOP OF MIND
New Members
Join Medaille’s
Board of
Trustees
Michael J. Moley ’07 and
Robert J. LaMastra joined
Medaille’s board of trustees.
eff ective July 1, 2012. Each
will serve a four-year term.
Moley is senior vice
president and chief human
resource offi cer at Catholic
Health System. He
earned a master of arts in
organizational leadership
from Medaille.
LaMastra is president and
owner of Mercedes Benz
of Buff alo.
Summer/Fall 2012 medaille.edu I Medaille Magazine I 5
Briefs continued The annual Student Government
Association Awards Banquet, held
April 20, recognized students who
have made special contributions
to the co-curricular programs and
activities at Medaille College. The
following awards were based on
student nominations and voting:
Best New Student Organization of
the Year: Break Even; Most Spirited
Student Organization of the Year:
Future Teachers Club; Most
Improved Student Organization of
the Year: Student Activities Board
(SAB); Student Organization of the
Year: Future Teachers Club; Silent
Inspiration Award: David Kozar
’13; Student Leader of the Year:
Jessica Newcombe ’13.
Administrator of the Year: Amy
DeKay ’95; Student Organization
Advisor of the Year: Amy DeKay ’95
Medaille College Graduate Assistant
of the Year: Mary Holland
New Employees of the Year: Jon
Augustyn ’09 and Jeff rey Siefert
Professor of the Year:
Gerald Erion, Ph.D.
Staff Person of the Year:
Ivey Thomas
Unsung Hero Award:
Mary Johnson
Service Output of the Year:
Commons Café
Outstanding Senior Awards:
Mame Yaa “Laydee” Ankoma-
Mensa; Samuel Arnold;
Michelle Artessa; Qawiyyah
Blanford; Matthew Coleman;
Jennifer Comstock; Brandon
Folland; Sarah Gleason; Emily
Herr; Mingyue Hu; Gerard
Jackson; Christina Knapp; Leah
Lichtenberger; Shelby Little;
Sommer O’Donnell; Kenyetta
Oliver; Douglas Page; Adina
Pera; Bryan Proch; Christopher
Ripley; Kathryn Vanderwerken;
Jaela Williams; and Rocco
Zambito.
Outstanding Contribution to
Student Activities Awards: Elyse
Cammarano ’12 and Jessica
Newcombe ’13
Outstanding Contribution to
Student Life: Brittany DeBole ’12
and Joe Danial ’12
Celebrating Service and Citizenship
Founders’ Day
Robert D. Gioia, president of the John R. Oshei Foundation, was keynote speaker. He addressed the state of education in Western New York.
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Medaille College has been
recognized by Military Advanced Education magazine as a military-
friendly college for 2012.
The Medaille Scholars Program
hosted a community forum on
April 18 entitled: “Can the lessons
of Love Canal inform the current
debate about ‘fracking’?” with
Love Canal homeowner/activist
Luella Kenny as keynote speaker
and lead panelist. Other panelists
were Robert Johnson, Ph.D.,
associate professor at Medaille
and certified senior ecologist, and
Rita Yelda of Food & Water Watch
and WNY Drilling Defense.
The Offi ce of Disability Services
coordinated its annual Disability
Awareness Fair on April 26 at the
Buff alo Campus, including a talk
from Karl Shallowhorn, a certifi ed
New York State substance abuse
counselor and author of Working on Wellness: A Practical Guide to Mental Health.
The United Way of Buff alo and
Erie County presented a plaque in
May to Richard T. Jurasek, Ph.D.,
president, and John P. Crawford,
vice president for College
Relations, to acknowledge the
contributions of Medaille’s faculty
and staff to its 2011 campaign. Dr.
Jurasek is a member of the United
Way’s board of directors.
The WNY Invention Convention
held its annual event at the
Buff alo Campus on May 20. Gary
Constantino ’06 is a volunteer
with this organization, which is led
by his wife, Merry.
In recent months, two Medaille
professors were invited to
share their expertise on the
local morning television show,
“Winging It!,” on WNLO-TV CW23.
In conjunction with National
Pet Month in May, Stephanie
Westerman, DVM, who teaches
in the veterinary technology
program, answered popular
questions about pet health
and how to introduce a pet to
your family. In July, Joseph E.
Savarese, DVM, professor and
chair of the College’s veterinary
technology program, spoke about
best practices when bringing your
pet along camping during the
show’s “Camp Week” segment.
MEDAILLE CELEBRATED COMMUNITY service in Western
New York at its annual Founders’ Day Celebration in spring 2012,
held at the Twentieth Century Club in Buff alo.
Th ree individuals and two organizations were honored for
their contributions to the community; all refl ect the spirit
of Father Jean Pierre Médaille to “do all you can for your
neighbors, and expect no reward.”
Student recipient Jeff rey Gramlich ’11’12 has done more
than give back to our community, he’s given back to our
country. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2003-2007.
While at Medaille, he participated in the Adopt-A-Platoon eff ort
on Veterans Day, working with students and staff to support a
local eff ort to send supplies to troops stationed overseas. He also
served as vice president of Medaille’s Student Veteran Alliance
group, and was instrumental in building and maintaining the
College’s reputation as being a “military friendly school.”
Faculty recipient Dr. Brenda L. Fredette has taught
chemistry at Medaille since 1996. Her work with Science
Firsthand — which engages urban youth in mentoring through
informal science investigations — not only has her volunteering,
but also her students. Fredette also leads service learning courses
where Medaille students mentor youth in a lab setting.
Individual recipient Deacon Milania Lullo is a volunteer at
Homespace Corporation, which provides parenting services to
pregnant women placed in the foster care system due to abuse
or neglect. Lullo leads a team of volunteers each week in their
HOPE Center (Helping Other People Excel).
Organization recipient Hearts and Hands: Faith in Action,
pairs ailing elderly and their caregivers with trained volunteers.
Its goal is to uphold the dignity and quality of life for their
clients so they can remain in a home of their choice.
To celebrate Medaille’s commitment to our community, the
College has established the Heritage Council, a special society
honoring those who have demonstrated exemplary service and
support to further Medaille’s historic mission in Buff alo. Th e
Sisters of St. Joseph were recognized as the fi rst members of the
Heritage Council. — JEANINE PURCELL
PHOTO BY NANCY J. PARISI
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Medaille College presents
An Evening Forum withRear Admiral Townsend G. “Tim” Alexander,
Commander, Navy Region Mid-AtlanticHow Military Service Provides Lifelong Skill • Th e Value of Post-Service Education
Overcoming the Challenges of Re-integration After Military Service
Wed., Sept. 12, 2012 I 5:30 – 7 p.m.Medaille College, 18 Agassiz Circle, Buff alo, NY
Th is event is free, but seating is limited. Please RSVP to Evelyn Hamilton at (716) 880-3368 or [email protected].
I N R E C O G N I T I O N O F N A V Y W E E K I N B U F F A L O
Through donating gifts of assets, life income, retirement plans or life insurance, or by naming Medaille in
your will, you can help generations of Medaille students by:
• Starting a scholarship
• Funding a program
• Renovating a building
• Promoting a cause
• Helping teachers
• Providing stipends
• Improving technologies
At the same time, you may reduce your own income taxes, avoid capital gains tax, increase your
spendable income, retain payments for life and achieve no-cost, worry-free asset management,
depending upon your arrangements.
We can facilitate your decision to maintain your Medaille connection and benefi t future generations.
Please call Jeanine Purcell, director of philanthropy, at (716) 880-2259 or email
Don’t put this off . Get the fi nancial benefi ts in the present, and help students in the future.
Let Medaille be part of your legacy.
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FOR ALEX HERSH ’99, age is just
a number. “I don’t feel it,” said the
68-year-old. “What I feel is lucky.”
Indeed, his story is one that you
don’t hear every day: a successful
professional in his late 50s decides to
go back to school to earn his degree
and subsequently change careers.
Hersh admits that he was never “much
of a student” in his youth, as the
traditional school setting stifl ed his
free spirit tendencies.
Inspired by a friend who went back
to school later in life, Hersh said that
completing his degree was on his
“bucket list.” However, he was looking
for something fast-paced to match
his energy level, as well as a program
he could attend at night so as not to
interfere with his professional career
as a business owner specializing in
estate jewelry sales. Hersh also knew
he needed structure so that he could
adequately balance his work/home/
academic lives. In a thrilling twist of
serendipity, Medaille just so happened
to be launching its Accelerated
Learning Program that met all of
Hersh’s requirements. He became part
of the inaugural class of 1999, earning
his Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Administration.
Graduating from the program
provided his fondest memory at
Medaille: “As the fi rst graduating class
in the program, we participated in a
kind of dress rehearsal for the ceremony.
Each student got to stand up and
make a little speech. One of my friends
stood up and said he wanted to be just
like me,” Hersh said, clearly touched.
Another professor told Hersh’s wife
at his graduation that he was the best
student the professor had ever had.
With his new degree in hand, Hersh
decided to enter into a completely
diff erent fi eld of work, making
another unconventional decision. He
is now a registered representative for
Mass Mutual, off ering his clients
sound fi nancial advice through asset
management.
To say that Hersh feels a strong
connection to the College is an
understatement. He serves on the
Amherst Alumni Board of Directors,
was treasurer of the main Alumni Board
and actively recruits for both boards. He’s
also a generous supporter of the college
and has even remembered it in his will.
“My family has always been very
philanthropic, so it’s part of my
heritage,” he said. “Our philosophy was
that if you have the means, then show
the support to the institution that made
you who you are.”
Hersh, who defi nitely has the industry
knowledge to back up his claim, says
having a will and specifying which
charities or organizations you wish
to remember is the single best way to
ensure your legacy is preserved. Sadly,
though, some 60 percent of Americans
die without a will, which means that
state laws will take over and distribute
assets according to a generic formula.
A common misconception is that
someone has to be very wealthy in
order to bequeath some of their money
to an organization in their will, but
Hersh contends that even people with
relatively modest assets can make a
meaningful gift. “Any amount has the
potential to make a huge impact,” he
said, using the example of $2,500 left
to Medaille in someone’s will can
generate an annual gift of $100 for
years to come. What’s more, even
someone who doesn’t have large cash
reserves can still support the college as
part of their legacy. “Insurance policies,
cars, homes, recreational vehicles,
artwork, anything that has value can be
left to the school and converted into
monetary assets,” said Hersh, who
noted that a common fear among his
clients is the current economic climate
and that “they’ll outlive their money.”
“Time and time again, I tell my clients
not to worry about the current market;
it will recover, it always does,” he said.
Despite the economic ups and downs,
Hersh is thrilled at how his life has turned
out, and is grateful to Medaille for giving
him a second lease on life. “My goal is to
live life to the fullest,” he said. “I’m not an
extraordinary person, but I’ve been given
wonderful opportunities and feel satisfi ed
knowing that a bit of my legacy will be
with Medaille after I’m gone.”
extraordinarycharities or organizations you on
to remember is the single best wsing
“I’m not an person.”
ALEX HERSH:
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By Tara Erwin
Summer/Fall 2012 medaille.edu I Medaille Magazine I 9
College commencement ceremonies represent the transition
from academic to professional life. Given the signifi cance of such
a day, then, it is important to ensure that such ceremonies leave
students feeling inspired, hopeful and confi dent. In these ways and
more, this year’s ceremonies did not disappoint.
Commencement
Commencement
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ON FRIDAY, MAY 18, Medaille College concluded the 2012
academic year with its annual graduate and undergraduate
commencement ceremonies held at Kleinhans Music Hall.
Th e afternoon ceremony, held for the nearly 500 graduates
of Medaille’s master’s programs, featured addresses by Erie
County Executive Mark Poloncarz and Ann Lesley Diaz
’12, now a graduate of the master of arts in organizational
leadership program.
At the evening undergraduate ceremony, recent interim
superintendent of the Buff alo Public Schools, Amber Dixon
’90, and Samuel J. Arnold ’12, now a graduate from the
School of Education, off ered words of wisdom and support to
the 400 graduates on hand. U.S. Senator Charles Schumer was
also present to address the audience.
In both ceremonies, the featured speakers off ered valuable
insight into the challenges and opportunities that 2012
graduates will face. In what she described as the “interconnected,
indiff erent and breathtakingly fast” modern world, Diaz
described the ease with which society has been convinced that
the humble act of a single individual cannot aff ect any sort of
meaningful change. However, as Diaz explained, with the right
attitude that same interconnectedness, used wisely, ensures that
“we can still have an eff ect on the world around us, even if it
is a small one,” a claim she evidenced with recent geopolitical
developments such as the Arab Spring. Echoing similar
sentiments, the messages of the ceremonies’ featured speakers
served as a welcome primer for a class entering a precarious
economic climate.
Medaille congratulates all of this year’s graduates and wishes
them the best of luck in their future endeavors. Photos and
video from the ceremonies can be found on the Medaille
website (medaille.edu/commencement2012).
Facing page: Undergraduates on the verge of becoming alumni. This page: Pride and enthusiasm at the evening Graduate ceremony. PHOTOS BY NANCY J. PARISI
— KEVIN BATES
A 40-YEAR-OLD READING assignment comes full circle as the book Anne Patrick ’69,
SNJM studied while attending Medaille now serves as inspiration for her latest writing
accomplishment.
Teaching high school in Albany, N.Y. aff orded Sister Anne precious little time to earn
her degree. She attended Medaille over several summers and one winter trimester,
earning her B.A. in English in 1969. One of her fi nal projects was in an educational
psychology class where she had to review a book from a pre-selected assortment that
was arranged on a table in the college library.
“I was immediately drawn to the largest and newest title, Explorations in Creativity,”
she said. “I took notes assiduously, wrote a lengthy summary and review, and shared
the most useful ideas with my high school students that spring, and later with students
and audiences at various ages.”
The idea of creativity stayed with Sister Anne. In 2009 she revisited the topic in a
lecture given at Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame. After that, she put her thoughts
on the subject in print, writing her second book, Women, Conscience and the Creative Process, which was published last year. The book focuses on Sister Anne’s personal
interpretation of conscience, drawing on Scripture, ethics, psychology and stories of
women’s lives to demonstrate the importance of the virtue of creative responsibility.
She has vivid memories of her time spent at Medaille, especially during the summer
of 1966, when she and three other sisters were housed in what was a music classroom
on the second fl oor of the Main Building. Accommodations were comfortable, albeit a
bit sparse, with only roll-away beds and small dressers for the sisters to use. However, Sister Anne enjoyed playing
the classroom piano, and busts of famous composers proved to be handy clothing racks for the sisters’ headdresses.
“I recall needing to stay up late one night to fi nish a paper, so I carried a typewriter across the hall from the ‘dorm’
room and typed standing up at the counter in the lavatory so that I would not disturb the sleep of my companions,”
said Sister Anne.
She went on to earn her master’s in English from the University of Maryland and her master’s in divinity and a
Ph.D. in religion and literature at the University of Chicago. In order to address some health issues, she retired in
2009 from Carleton College in Northfi eld, Minn., where she taught courses in Christian ethics, Catholicism, feminist
and liberation theologies, and religion and literature for almost 30 years. She is already at work on her third book
and looks forward to further exploring the subject of Catholic women and church vocations.
Sister Anne has graciously donated a copy of her book Women, Conscience, and the Creative Process to the Medaille
library. “I’m happy to off er it for the shelves of the library that helped me get started on this material,” she said.
That’s Not All She Wrote
Sister Anne’s literary success is the result of years of research, perseverance and discipline. Below is some divinely
practical advice for aspiring authors, straight from Sister Anne herself.
• Set a schedule. “There are so many other pressures coming from real needs and people around you who need
immediate answers. It’s easy to put those ahead of writing,” Sister Anne said. Reserving a specifi c time for writing
each day, every day, ensures consistency.
• Recognize when the creative juices fl ow fastest. Sister Anne knew she was at her peak, from a writing standpoint,
in the morning. “My energy and ideas were best when I fi rst woke, so I’d reserve an hour in the morning, before
going to class, to devote to writing,” she said.
• Treat it like a job. Even though your offi ce might be a coff ee shop and your work attire might be sweat pants,
keep track of the hours you log writing your book to both motivate and give a sense of accomplishment. “For me,
writing a book takes several hundred hours,” said Sister Anne, “but by keeping a log, I was able to track my
progress and see that it really does get done.”
• Enlist the help of peers. “Ultimately, writing is a solitary, lonely profession,” said Sister Anne. To help her overcome
writer’s block and fi nd support among like-minded colleagues, Sister Anne attends a writer’s group. “We share
ideas and update each other on what we’re working on,” she said. — TARA ERWIN
Anne E. Patrick ’69
PHOTO COURTESY OF ANNE E. PATRICK, SNJM,
PROFESSOR EMERITA, CARLETON COLLEGE
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PEOPLE
IMAGINE GOING TO your favorite department store to buy
new lights, an area rug and maybe curtains. Now imagine that
your purchases will impact the health, well-being and fi nancial
stability of countless others for years to come. No pressure, right?
Those types of decisions, among many others, are just part of
the responsibilities that fall under Gary Constantino’s watch as
corporate director at the Offi ce of Facility Planning, Design &
Construction at the Catholic Health System.
Constantino received an MBA from Medaille in 2006. This
business training, combined with his primary education and
experience as an architect, enable him to assist one of Western
New York’s largest healthcare systems’ goals: to deliver the best
care in the most technologically advanced and economically
responsible manner possible.
“Right now, health care costs are astronomical,” said Constantino.
“Our goal is to make the systems we use more eff ective and effi cient.”
Constantino’s piece of that puzzle is the creation of an
environment that heals patients before they even see a clinician.
He’s accomplishing that feat through the examination of every
possible environmental factor, including fl ooring, building
materials, light and sound technology, paint colors and vegetation
in the nearly fi ve million square feet of space Catholic Health
occupies. Even the hardware for door handles is being considered,
such as metallic copper surfaces that kill microbes on contact.
“Catholic Health is the model of a high-performing health
care system,” said Constantino. “But we still have a responsibility
to the patients and physicians to plan and implement the right
environment, spending dollars wisely.”
Constantino, a lifelong learner, is always on the lookout for
skills and capabilities to add to his repertoire. In addition to
his undergraduate degree from the University at Buff alo in
architecture and environmental design, he holds a master’s in
architecture from Syracuse University, his MBA from Medaille, and
he’s currently enrolled as a distance learning student at the San
Francisco Institute of Architecture, where he’s working on a master
of business administration in sustainability degree, scheduled for
completion by 2014.
His thirst for knowledge is not only for his own benefi t, but for
his employers’ gain. “I fi gure the more tools in my belt, the better,
so I can be a stronger asset to Catholic Health,” he said.
Constantino chose to get an MBA because he felt he needed
to better understand the business and fi nance aspects of building
design, something not traditionally off ered to architecture students.
Medaille appealed to him because the program’s intimate setting
and schedule were conducive to working professionals.
“My professors were wonderful, very approachable and they
encouraged classroom discussion. I also appreciated that my
classmates were from all walks of life, from young graduates in
their early 20s, to older professionals in their 50s and 60s who had
years of experience. I thought the diversity greatly added to our
learning environment.”
If Constantino sounds homesick for his days at Medaille, his
most recent endeavor is sure to keep at least some of that
nostalgia at bay. The WNY Invention Convention, an organization
that promotes creative thinking and encourages scientifi c
problem-solving for students in grades K-8, for the fi rst time held
its annual judging, awards ceremony and reception at the Sullivan
Center at the end of May. As a board member (his wife, Merry, is
executive director), Constantino witnessed almost 140 students
showcase solutions for problems they see in the world, and the
enthusiasm that comes from the creative process.
The organization previously held its premier event at another
venue, but needed to relocate when they outgrew the space.
“Medaille’s location is ideal and everyone has been very
accommodating,” said Constantino, who said they’ve already booked
Medaille for next year as well. While he admits that the relocation
process was a bit of a hassle, “it’s all been worth it, thanks to Medaille.”
— TARA ERWIN
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Gary Constantino ’06
PHOTO BY CARLA F. KESTNER
Shaun Seufert ’13
MANY VETERANS FACE an uphill battle when transitioning
back into civilian life, especially in higher education.
Fortunately for Daniel W. Walker, his combat to classroom
experience has been relatively smooth, thanks to the
insight he gained while serving, Medaille’s participation
in the Yellow Ribbon Program, and most importantly, his
positive outlook.
Walker, a management information systems major set to
graduate in 2014, served in the United States Air Force from
2005-11. He was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan (twice)
as well as being stationed in Italy. As a member of Security
Forces he was never involved directly in combat, but was
subjected to a lot of indirect fi re attacks.
“I learned and experienced a lot, both good and bad,”
Walker said. “I got to see the world at a young age and I’m
very grateful for it.”
Upon returning home, Walker, a North Tonawanda, N.Y.-
native who now makes his home in Buff alo, looked for a
veteran-friendly school that would off er him smaller class
sizes and familiarity. “I had a few friends already attending
Medaille, so that made the transition a little easier,” he said.
Walker enthusiastically dove into his studies, joining
Medaille’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), a partnership
between business and higher education that helps students
prepare for the business world through developing projects
that specifi cally meet the needs of their communities. He
was a project leader for Crossing Boundaries, a SIFE-
sponsored workshop in April produced in collaboration
with World Trade Center Buff alo Niagara. It provided an
in-depth look at cross-border trade, especially as it relates
to companies sending employees to work overseas. “About
100 business people attended and it was a huge learning
experience that helped me grow,” said Walker.
Medaille’s participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program,
which provides additional funding for veterans wishing to
attend private schools, is just one of the reasons the College
enjoys a favorable reputation among veterans, according
to Walker. Another is its knowledgeable and personable
advisors, who are well-versed in answering questions about
the College and veteran’s benefi ts.
“This has helped immensely and saved me a lot of
headaches of the unknown, since there are so many
diff erent options within the GI Bill,” said Walker.
While it’s defi nitely not unheard of for some veterans to
encounter a storm or two as they transition from soldier to
student, Walker has experienced relatively smooth sailing.
“I read a few articles where a lot of vets returning to school
feel like outsiders or have rude questions posed to them
while in class,” said Walker. “I have yet to really experience
either one of those. This is probably due to the smaller
classroom setting and the great faculty and advisors at
Medaille. I’ve found my classroom experience to be just like
any other student attending college.”
Walker, who was adopted at the age of 13, also credits his
strong support system. “There were some learning curves
along the way, but they were fairly easy to overcome, due to
a good family, friends and a veteran-friendly school,” he said.
— KARA KANE
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ONE COMMON PIECE of advice for job seekers is to take on a volunteer opportunity. For Jennifer Westerholt, her career at
Literacy New York Buff alo-Niagara, Inc. got its start with exactly that: her role as a volunteer.
Westerholt is no stranger to working in education and community service. She has worked for the Buff alo & Erie County
Workforce Development Consortium, Inc. (WDC); Cazenovia Community Resource Center; and Global Resources for
Education and Travel (GREAT). Literacy New York Buff alo-Niagara was recently formed from a merger of Literacy Volunteers
of Buff alo and Erie County and Literacy Volunteers of Niagara County. Westerholt volunteered to plan the annual Cocktails
in Character fundraiser. From there, the executive director invited her to work part-time on grant research and event
planning. When the position of director of marketing opened up, Westerholt eagerly seized the opportunity.
A quote that Westerholt remembers from her course in systems thinking comes from Bill Weeks, clinical associate
professor in the Department of Management and Leadership: “I am part of a whole.” She operates as a department of
one, and explained how that course infl uenced her to take a critical outlook at her position at Literacy New York. “Each
department here — adult programs, youth programs, marketing and development, and the board of directors — are parts
of a whole. I would not be able to do my job well if the programs weren’t successful.” She continued, “I am able to secure
grant funding for our programs because they run smoothly and have measurable results.”
Westerholt credits the work she did as she completed her master of arts in organizational leadership in part for the
recent success of a $35,000 grant for Literacy New York Buff alo-Niagara from the Community Foundation for Greater
Buff alo (CFGB). The fully-funded grant will support its After-School Tutoring Program.
Another part of her master’s coursework impacted her current position. The fi nal assignment in Diversity and
Multiculturalism was to create a diversity and inclusion plan, and she chose to write one for Literacy New York, which
serves an extremely diverse population, including school-aged children, adults and recently relocated immigrants. As
Westerholt explained, “The creation of the plan could only help us as an organization, with regard to fundraising, funders
and in the advancement of our strategic plan.”
She continued, “This project proved to be worthwhile and benefi cial for the organization as a whole just a few weeks
after the end of the course.” CFGB asked that the plan be included in the grant application, and it certainly contributed to
the success of the award. — KARA KANE
Jennifer Westerholt ’12
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PEOPLE
We recently asked the Turchiarelli family,
parents Bob and Mary Lu and children Tanya
’08 ’09, Andrea ’12 and Robert ’15 — all
three of whom have attended or currently
attend Medaille — about their experiences
with the school community. Here’s what they
had to say:
On being a Turchiarelli
Bob and Mary Lu: “Overall the Turchiarellis are
a loud, active, fun-loving, close-knit Italian
family. We love to entertain, camp and be
with our extended family. We enjoy projects
that involve everyone’s participation and just
love being together.”
On what Medaille means to them
Bob and Mary Lu: “Medaille has been a
blessing in our lives. It has given two of our
children a very well-rounded, well-educated
and positive college experience and we know
it will do the same for our third. We knew that
a small, individualized institution would suit
them best, and have not been disappointed.”
On infl uential instructors
and unique interests
Tanya: “Anne Pfohl was such an infl uential
faculty member. I fi rst met her while
playing in the pit orchestra for the college’s
musical. She was directing it and had such
enthusiasm. She was exciting and had
the most bubbly personality. She became
someone that I could just stop by her offi ce
and talk to if I needed to vent or if I had
exciting news. We shared a common love
for rats and would swap stories of our little
critters that we cared so much about. She
was always there to listen or off er advice and I
thank her for being there for me.”
On what Medaille has to off er
Robert: “The best thing about Medaille
College is its community. The people are
wonderful and independent. I’ve made so
many great and diverse friends at Medaille
and I look forward to meeting more. The
activities on campus make each semester go
by so fast because they are so much fun and
allow students to take a break from the stress
of classes. These activities also strengthen the
relationships between students and faculty,
which is really cool.”
On following in the footsteps of one
sibling, and leaving a mark for another
Andrea: “When Tanya started college I saw
how hard she worked and how dedicated
she was. This motivated me to do my very
best and give college my all. [Now that I’ve
graduated, to Robert I would say]: ‘“Don’t
ever lose your amazing sense of humor and
wonderful personality. You can do absolutely
anything you set your mind to so keep
working hard and know how much I love you
and how proud I am of you!’”
On today...
Tanya: “I bought a house just over a year ago
and I am busy fi xing it up with the help of my
parents. I am working as a Licensed Vet Tech at
Thorn Avenue Animal Hospital in Orchard Park
and… I fi nd it to be a very rewarding career. I
am also working at PetSmart as a dog groomer
and teaching Anatomy and Physiology
laboratory every spring semester at Medaille
— the same lab I remember sitting through
when I was a freshman thinking to myself,
‘how will I ever learn this all?’”
...And the days to come
Andrea: “My passion has always been working
with kids. My dream would be obtaining a job
as a math teacher at a middle or high school.
However, as long as whatever I am doing
involves kids and making a diff erence in their
lives, I will be happy.”
Robert: “I’m looking forward to the lounge
space and the new fi tness center [in the
Sullivan Center]. It will be cool for me to
experience this for the fi rst time with everyone
else. When we look back we’ll be able to say
‘we were there when this fi rst opened.’”
— KEVIN BATES
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, particularly those as small and student-centered as Medaille, are designed to promote self-discovery and off er
an environment that is truly conducive to defi ning an individual’s character, interests and abilities. For many, the collegiate journey allows for
what often seems like a long-overdue break from nearly two decades of familial routine, and grants an individual the chance to separate him
or herself from the identity crafted for them through adolescence. Often, this process takes place in isolation from those people — namely
family and friends — who defi ned one’s life through high school graduation. In the case of the Turchiarelli family, however, the developmental
aspects of college life were enhanced through the maintenance of those ties that have bound them since birth. Indeed, the tight-knit nature
of the Turchiarelli family meshes well with the familial culture of the Medaille community, providing a clear example of the harmonizing of
individual and institutional goals and ideals on which Medaille prides itself and from which all students can benefi t.
The Turchiarelli Family Andrea ’12 I Robert ’15 I Tanya ’08 ’09
PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY LU TURCHIARELLI
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Gestalt Phenomenon
MEDAILLE COLLEGE’S LEARNING teams are considered a
valuable part of its Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). And one
learning team in particular could not agree more.
The four-person study group — a tightknit cohort comprised
of Lisa Arnet, Aaron Berger, James Martinez and Gary Williams — is currently enrolled in the Master of Arts in
Organizational Leadership program in the School of Adult
and Graduate Education. These amicable colleagues, who
have been together since pursuing their Bachelor of Business
Administration degrees, plan to fulfi ll their requirements in
December 2012 and receive their diplomas in May 2013.
To a certain extent, the team’s cohesion stems from a work
hard, play hard approach to completing necessary schoolwork
and enjoying discretionary downtime.
“In the many years we have been together as a group,” Berger
explains, “we have learned to work effi ciently and eff ectively
while maintaining a fun, humorous atmosphere.”
Previously a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force, Berger
is now employed as senior business analyst — a role that requires
him to wear many diff erent hats — for HSBC Bank, USA N.A.
Thanks to the group’s synergistic makeup, Williams divulges
that its members — upon reviewing the Learning to Fly section
of the ALP Guide to Collaborative Learning Teams — decided on
the name Gestalt Phenomenon.
“The team really helps me stay on track and keeps me focused
and driven to succeed,” says Williams, who serves as director of
operations for The Evergreen Association of Western New York
and is so passionate about his studies that he hopes to one day
become an adjunct instructor at the College.
Arnet, vice president of corporate relations for Horizon Health
Services, repeatedly named as one of the Best Companies to
Work for in New York, also has visions of standing in front of a
college classroom.
“Having been taught by such talented people — like Susan
Steff an and Kevin Palmer — has given me the goal of teaching
at the college level after graduation,” she says. “Their teaching
abilities inspired me to want to teach adults returning to school.”
As a group leader for General Motors, with almost 20 years
of experience in manufacturing, Martinez aspires to make
his way as an independent consultant. A distinct benefi t of
learning teams, he feels, is the direct exposure to a wide array of
personalities and profi ciencies.
“Each one of us brings something diff erent to the table,” he
says, “and it is nice to have such a diverse learning experience.”
Berger recognizes that the world is in need of more leaders
and that his graduate program has equipped him with the
proper knowledge, skills and tools to act as one.
“This degree has the ability to put me in a unique position to
fi ll a void that many organizations have: too many managers, not
enough leaders,” he says.
For Arnet, who believes that holding a master’s degree will
propel her career to the next level, the feeling is mutual.
“My group has helped me see myself more clearly and has
helped develop me into a better leader,” she says. “Achieving this
degree has given me the confi dence to know I can do anything I
put my mind to in business and leadership.”
— JARED SCOTT TESLER
PEOPLE
PHOTO BY SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12
Aaron Berger’11 ’12
Lisa Arnet ’11 ’12
Gary Williams
’11 ’12
James Martinez
’11 ’12
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BRAD DAVIES ’13 IS not your typical college student. Articulate,
soft-spoken and wise beyond his years, Davies’ life — personally,
academically and professionally — epitomizes the concept of
engagement. Indeed, for this unassuming Medaille senior, serving
others is a way of life.
For many students, the idea of spending a summer away from
school battling fi res, saving lives and maintaining one’s church
sounds like the antithesis of relaxation. For Davies, such activities
make up “just another day.”
As an EMT with his local fi re department, the Warsaw, N.Y.-
native spends much of his spare time at home continuing the
legacy started by past generations of his family. Constantly
regaled with the heroism of his grandfather — a fi refi ghter
himself — and continually at the beck-and-call of his cousin,
the fi rst-chief of the Village fi re department, the roots of Davies’
passion for community service run deep. Surrounded by such
selfl ess mentors, it is no surprise that Davies’ commitment to
service has stretched beyond the fi rehouse.
This commitment has also been demonstrated in the support
that he provides to his church in Warsaw. Growing up, Davies
saw his mother work two full-time jobs to support him while
spending her “free time” maintaining the church. Davies points
to his mother’s example when refl ecting on his philosophy
regarding service and integrity, explaining, “My mother has
shown me the great values that there are to life, she has shown
me the standards that I should live up to and … how to set
goals for myself to achieve.” With these lessons in mind, Davies
recently took it upon himself to continue his mother’s legacy of
service, routinely maintaining the building and grounds and even
creating a business plan to help expand the reach and improve
the effi ciency of the church’s food pantry. Yet, Davies’ desire to
serve in whatever community he fi nds himself has propelled him
beyond Warsaw’s limits.
In the spring of 2011, Davies was elected as Treasurer of
Medaille’s Student Government Association (SGA). The opportunity
to give back to the college community he has grown to love, serve
as a leader on campus and engage those individuals who can truly
infl uence the lives of students were all factors that contributed to
his decision to run for offi ce. Since being elected, however, he has
also begun to recognize the personal and professional growth
that can come from such a position. Says Davies, “[Being a part of
SGA] has forced me to be organized. I’ve learned how to deal with
diff erent people and personality types and I’ve learned how to
approach and work with [those in positions of power],” attributes
that he hopes will serve him well later in life — and allow him to
serve others better. Of course, Davies’ unwavering commitment to
the happiness and success of Medaille students is not limited to his
service with the SGA. He is also a member of the Student Activities
Board, the primary source of student programming on campus and
an outlet for Davies’ dedication and creativity.
Davies came to Medaille because of what he thought it
could off er him: small class sizes, a strong psychology program
and a good geographic location relative to his hometown.
Ironically, over the past four years, Davies has, unknowingly
and unintentionally, demonstrated that he can off er as much
to the college community as it can off er to him. To Davies, the
story just told sounds like an ordinary “day in the life”. To his
community, however, he is anything but ordinary. And for that,
Medaille is grateful. — KEVIN BATES
PEOPLE
Brad Davies ’13
PHOTO BY SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12
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WILLIAM WEEKS, M.S. brings his real-life experience to the
classroom as he prepares professionals for their future business
and organizational leadership positions as Medaille’s clinical
associate professor and chair of the Management Leadership
Program. For over 30 years [at General Moters’ Powertrain
Division] he specialized in quality management and statistical
training, organizational leadership and development. He was also
a corporate trainer and consultant for 10 years.
“My favorite part of being in the classroom is seeing the faces of
students who now possibly see the world diff erently,” said Weeks.
“Hopefully I can convey some bit of knowledge that students did
not know before they got to class.” He also loves discussing this
new knowledge with the students and exploring how they would
apply it in their organizations, as well as how it would be received.
It might be safe to assume his extensive background in
teaching and consulting in a corporate setting would have easily
transferred to academia, but according to Weeks, who has been
a full time faculty member since 2001, he took a turn as the
student at fi rst.
“The transition to teaching at Medaille was not seamless as
one could guess, but I did have a background in teaching adults
and this helped,” he said. “It gave me some experience on how
to handle the adult learner and how to engage and make use of
their experiences that are often not my own, but nevertheless
very useful.”
Medaille’s Organizational Leadership Program prepares
hopeful and existing business leaders for how to best utilize their
companies’ human and physical resources while maintaining
various organizational cultures. It focuses on teaching students
how to best manage people, plans and projects.
Weeks cited his favorite courses to teach as Organizational
Behavior and Systems Thinking & The Learning Organization.
Bill WeeksHe said they appeal to him because “both challenge traditional
thinking and acting in organizations.” As for his favorite formula
to use, it’s (XBar +/- 2.66 Avg.MR) for calculating upper and lower
control limits for an Individual X & Moving Range control chart.
“Defi ning common cause and special cause variation is crucial to
making the right managerial decisions,” he said.
In a time rife with CEOs accused of Ponzi schemes, insider
trading and mismanaging funds, Weeks’ views on what makes a
good leader are surprisingly uncomplicated, referencing writer,
professor and professional consultant Peter Drucker’s defi nition
of a leader as simply someone who has followers. “I think this is
right, especially if you understand all the necessary reasons why
leaders have good followers,” he said. “I think the idea of service
is key to have committed followers. Certainly integrity and
honesty are part of the defi nition,” he said.
This avid traveler and golfer has a sentimental side as well,
despite a long and successful career in the corporate sector. He
says his most rewarding moments teaching at Medaille center
around his students and their newfound knowledge.
“Anytime a student thanks me for being a useful or
challenging infl uence on him or her is extremely gratifying,” he
said. “This is especially true when a student says the nature and
direction of his or her questions is now diff erent.”
As one of Medaille’s most well-liked and respected
instructors, the mere mention of Professor Weeks’ name brings
exclamations of delight and fond memories from current and
former students.
“Bill Weeks is one of the most intellectually captivating men
I have ever been around. His real-world experience and
comprehensive teachings proved to be invaluable in my
education. I consider myself lucky to have been a student of
his.” – Eric Barbera ’12
“I have him [Bill Weeks] right now. He’s one of the best
instructors I’ve ever had.” – Jeff rey Gramlich ’10 ’12
“For me, the best thing about Bill Weeks was he always told
you how it was! No sugarcoating, no fl uff , no soft rhetorical or
theoretical replies. Just good old fashioned, proven, practical
answers rooted in real world experience.” – Anthony Cimorelli ’08
“Best professor I’ve ever had. He was always able to
incorporate real life examples into his teaching. Simply put, he’s
the best.” – James Blachowicz ’09
— TARA ERWIN
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Clinical Psychology:
change your mind.
By Tara Erwin
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Medaille’s psychology program off ers graduate degrees in marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling and psychology, as well as advanced certifi cates in those disciplines. However, Medaille’s Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD), set to begin in the fall
2012 semester, is the icing on the cake.Often misunderstood or taken for granted, Clinical Psychology is a fascinating fi eld that is in the midst of some exciting new breakthroughs as well as advances in traditional treatments. Medaille Magazine asked two of its respected faculty and a doctoral student to participate in a roundtable discussion about clinical psychology as a practice and as a course of study at Medaille.
MM: First off , can you defi ne for us exactly what clinical psychology means?
DR. H.-M.: Today clinical psychology is one of the most fl exible and respected mental health and behavioral health areas. We have private practitioners, scientists, people doing evaluation for the courts, working in hospitals, outpatient treatment …
DR. C.: It’s a non-medical degree grounded in science and psychological assessment that off ers psychotherapy and assessment services. It covers people’s lifespans, from infancy to seniors. We could go on and on.
L.C.: It’s a discipline of psychology which seeks to integrate the “practice” of psychology with science in an attempt to prevent and treat various forms of mental dysfunction. Clinical psychology is important in that it is the bridge between counseling and medicine. Just as medicine is necessary for physical health, psychology is necessary for mental health. You wouldn’t go to a podiatrist if you had cancer, so why would you go to a general physician for treatment of a problem that aff ects your mental health? Continues next page
Dr. Lynne Horne-Moyer has
been with Medaille
since 2007 and is
the director of the
doctoral program
in clinical psychology. She earned her
Ph.D. and M.A. in Psychology from the
University of Southern Mississippi and
is a licensed psychologist.
Dr. Kenneth N. Condrell Before coming to
Medaille in 2010,
Condrell created the
Condrell Center, the
fi rst group practice
in WNY to off er specialized services
to families. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical
Psychology from the State University of
New York at Buff alo and specializes in
children, teens and families.
Lindsay Chatmon expects
to graduate from Medaille
with her Doctorate in Clinical
Psychology in 2017. She
attended Pennsylvania State
University at Erie, where
she received her undergraduate degree in
psychology in 2008, and completed her M.A.
in psychology from Medaille in 2009. A Buff alo
native, Chatmon plans to work in assessment
in the healthcare fi eld after she completes the
doctoral program.
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CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY - PsyD
M.M.: What are some common misconceptions about psychology and how do you personally clarify them when friends or acquaintances come to you with misinformation?
DR. C.: We don’t read minds (laughs). Also, that we don’t deal with seriously troubled people — that’s for psychiatrists — that we don’t really off er treatments to people with serious disorders. Or they expect us to prescribe medication.
DR. H.-M.: People confuse us with psychiatry, although psychologists with extra post-doctoral training can prescribe medication in some states, but not New York.
DR. C.: But we work with people therapeutically and work with those who do provide medication.
DR. H.-M.: And I like to point out to people that medication works best in conjunction with therapy, and therapy has much longer-lasting eff ects. When people go off medication alone their symptoms are more likely to return.
L.C.: Two of the most common misconceptions about psychology are that it is not a science and everyone who studies psychology wants to either teach or counsel. Many of my friends have said they decided to go into psychology or were thinking about it because it was “easy.” My rebuttal to that is to recommend taking psychology 101 which most people have a very diffi cult time with. Most of the time I use myself as example to refute these misconceptions … I have an immense passion for this fi eld, however, I have never had any desire to embark on counseling or teaching.
M.M.: What are some new areas that fall under the clinical psychology umbrella, or some important breakthroughs in treatment?
DR. H.-M.: Th ere probably aren’t brand new areas so much, but that’s a good thing. We’re seeing psychologists go into medical settings more and more. As we see that most of the big health problems have a behavioral component, psychologists are doing important work with cardiac, cancer and pain patients.
DR. C.: A truly new area is positive psychology — not looking for problems, but what is the basis for people having happy, meaningful, satisfying lives. Research in that area has been growing, and it’s very exciting.
L.C.: Community psychology, psychology of women, and cultural diversity and ethnic minority psychology are three fairly new areas of practice in psychology that have been around for only 50 years or so. Community psychology is concerned with the ways in which individuals relate to society. Psychology of women is concerned with how
culture and society discriminate against and suppress women, as well as the major problem of having to choose between staying home to raise children or having a career. Cultural diversity and ethnic minority psychology seeks to promote the development of knowledge and understanding of societal and political issues that directly aff ect racial and ethnic minority groups, as well as the nature of racism and the long-lasting eff ect it has on mental health.
M.M.: What do you think is Medaille’s greatest strength when it comes to the psych department? Do you think graduates are ready for “real world” jobs?
DR. H.-M.: Well, within psychology, we’re very clear that our students need a very specifi c credential for licensed practice, and every decision we make is related to ensuring that is available to them. Th ere’s no question the need is great for our graduates’ services — there’s a tremendous amount of unmet need there, and our students will be trained to meet the need and to advocate on behalf of their clients to make sure they can get what they need.
DR. C.: Th at’s where the practitioner faculty comes in — the faculty know how to meet the needs. Faculty knock themselves out to help our students. Th ere’s a loyalty, and students are a priority, not research and writing papers, but students and their needs are a real priority among faculty at Medaille. Th ey go out of their way to be supportive and helpful.
L.C.: Medaille does an excellent job in preparing students for the job market because nothing will come as a surprise. Students having had extensive training in coursework as well as internships will be able to use these experiences and will be better prepared to tackle any position hands-on. Another strength that separates Medaille from any other institution is the level of care and respect they have for their students. Even after graduating from Medaille I kept in contact with my professors and they were always available to meet with me, talk, listen and off er advice. Th ey really care about their students’ futures and not just while the students are attending.
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M.M.: What are some surprising professions for which Medaille’s graduates in clinical psych — or any psych — are well-equipped if they don’t want become a licensed psychologist? Does this degree transfer well over to the business world, entrepreneurs, marketing, consulting, etc.?
Dr. H.-M.: Clinical psychologists do work in business, sometimes doing things like assessment for candidate selection or employee assistance, which is treatment provided through the employer, but also using our expertise in human relationships and behavior to help organizations
run more eff ectively. I have done consulting with healthcare teams in nursing homes, for example, where the benefi t to the resident is achieved based on my analysis of how the team functions or how care providers work. Many psychologists do a bit of consultation of this type. Certainly a doctorate in psychology qualifi es one for teaching, although the Ph.D. is the classic degree for an academic career. For practitioner faculties like we have here at Medaille, it would be expected to have a PsyD or two on faculty.
L.C.: Th ere are many Medaille graduates who have no interest in becoming licensed psychologists or therapists, and there are many professions available to them. Some of these include teaching; working at a health care facility doing assessment or working with a primary care
physician on treatment plans for patients; working with children in school settings, or even working in industry such as major corporations. Th is degree transfers well to the business world in that clinical psychologists have a deep understanding of people and human behavior and thus are able to tap into what will appeal to people most eff ectively, which is essentially what marketing is. Business
and psychology overlap. In fact, many students who are not interested in the science of psychology focus on the arts and often obtain a minor in business or go on to obtain an MBA.
M.M.: To bring the roundtable to a close, is there something we didn’t ask that you really want to get out there? Is there something you think readers really need to know about the discipline of clinical psychology or Medaille’s department?
L.C.: Psychology in general is a relatively young discipline and there are still many naysayers who are not supportive of this fi eld. Th is is by no means an easy alternative to another discipline such as medicine, however it is just as — if not more — important. It is often easy to get caught up in emotions especially since our work involves people, and unlike doctors, seeing a change for the better is often a slow, painful process. However, it is important that we continue to have students and faculty who care about this fi eld and are passionate about the work we do to obtain advanced degrees and show the next generation that this work is important and necessary — for not only the betterment of individuals, but also society.
Dr. C: First I’d like to answer the question, “What is the diff erence between a clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. and a clinical psychologist with a PsyD?” Here’s my answer: a clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. is a traditional degree that requires a traditional independent research and the learning of a language for pursuing research from diff erent countries, whereas the PsyD doesn’t require original research or a language and instead substitutes practical experience for providing mental health services to people.
Dr. H.-M.: Actually, the Professional School (PsyD) movement was initiated because the need for practitioners was not being met by the scientifi c programs. Now you have to compare program-to-program because there is variability among Ph.D. and PsyD programs in terms of how practitioner-focused they are.
Dr. C.: Th e next question I’d like to answer is, “What makes the PsyD program at Medaille so special?” I want to stress that the faculty here has considerable experience, which means they go beyond the textbook and also means they serve as role models.
Dr. H.-M.: We’re obviously the only PsyD program in clinical psychology in WNY, but beyond that, we’re committed to meeting the need for practitioners here and nationwide. Psychology has a great deal to off er the world, and graduates of our program will be poised to meet a variety of needs.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY - PsyD
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HOME AGAIN
THE EYES, MIND and heart of Medaille College senior Brittany
Cowles were opened so wide because of two class projects designed
to get students more involved in the local community that she has
changed her career plans.
A secondary social studies education major from Kenmore, Cowles
got quite an education while being involved in the community-based
learning project “Home Again Th rough Th eir Eyes.”
Th e project was part of Medaille’s collaboration with Journey’s
End Refugee Services, Inc., which is run by a Medaille Master’s
degree graduate and places refugees from Burma, Bhutan, Iraq,
Rwanda, Cuba, Somalia and other distant countries in homes that
are only a few miles from the College.
As part of her History of Ethnic America class, Cowles and her
classmates helped to gather donated items and ultimately set up
a home for refugees on Buff alo’s West Side. As part of her Basic
Photography class, she and her classmates viewed photographs that
refugees took of Buff alo’s transportation, landscape and churches
and then took their own photos.
“Because we grew up here, we see it diff erently than refugees did,”
said Cowles of the photographs.
She ended up seeing a lot of things diff erently because of the two
classes, including her views of refugees and of her native area.
“A lot of people — especially college students — see Buff alo and
want to get out of Buff alo as soon as they can,” said Cowles. “Th ey see
it as a terrible city with a poor economy, while refugees see it as a safe
haven and a new start. It kind of gives a diff erent perspective, a better
perspective of Buff alo. A lot of people see it as declining, but with all
the refugees coming it is not actually declining, it is actually rebuilding
itself as a refugee community as well.”
She remembers pulling up to the West Side apartment and thinking
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through their eyesBy Alan Pergament
“I walked up the stairs and everybody is helping everybody out and they were way
ahead of schedule,” said Cowles. “It was cool to see all the students working together for
a common goal.”
Th en she learned that the representative from Journey’s End had been a refugee.
Th e Basic Photography and History of Ethnic America classes taken by Cowles were
part of an overall project that 60 students in fi ve classes at the College were
involved in with Journey’s End. Five members of the faculty who teach diff erent
courses to diff erent majors got together to collaborate on this endeavor as one of
the College’s larger community-based learning projects. Th e Center for Community-
Based Learning provided planning and coordinating support throughout the
semester. Bridget Brace-MacDonald, director of the Center for Community-Based
Learning, met regularly with student leaders from each of the classes to problem-solve
and divide responsibilities. Th roughout the semester, students in all classes were introduced
through short readings, books and fi lm to various topics related to refugees, ensuring
that their community service was connected to classroom learning.
Th e entire project was successful in large part due to the funding the College
received from Th e John R. Oishei Foundation to implement Project EQUIP, a
curricular transformation of the undergraduate experience.
Courtney Grim, who taught the photography course, talked about the two
components of the project. “One component was to educate the campus on refugees
who are relocated to Buff alo,” said Grim. “To educate the students on what it means
to be a refugee and to showcase the similarities and diff erences between Medaille
College students and refugees.”
She explained that Medaille piggybacked on the CEPA photography lessons given
to refugees by having its students going around Buff alo and photographing the area
through their eyes.
“You couldn’t tell right away whose photos were whose photos,” said Grim, who added
many students didn’t realize there were so many refugees in Buff alo before the project.
After the exhibit was fi nished, the students in Daniel Kotzin’s History of Ethnic America class had to pick the photo they liked and
write about it. “So there was a one-page response to the visual imagery,” said Grim.
In addition, the students in Alice Villaseñor’s and Bridgette Slavin’s freshmen learning community and in Jennifer Foster’s senior
capstone class spearheaded the gathering of materials to stock a home. When Medaille College alum William McKeever ’96 learned of
the project, he was inspired to donate a number of items that were used in the fi nal home set-up. Th e project culminated with a fi nal
celebration and fundraiser that raised more than $375 for Journey’s End Refugee Services, Inc.
Th e executive director of Journey’s End is Molly Short ’11, who received a master’s degree from Medaille and is pleased with the
College’s involvement.
Short explained that Journey’s End needs student volunteers to help refugees adjust to life in the United States very quickly after
arriving with practically nothing. Journey’s End gets three months initially to set refugee families with a place to live, furniture and food.
It also tries to help them land jobs if they are immediately capable despite language barriers. Adjustments aren’t always easy.
“Th ey can be in refugee camps for decades,” Short explained. Th e refugees apply for resettlement, undergo a long series of multiple
interviews to see if they are truthful and deserve resettlement and have been persecuted. Th en security and health screenings can take
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Brian Brown-Cashdollar, Development Coordinator at Journey’s End, visited Medaille College throughout the semester to facilitate an orientation, speak on an expert panel and plan with faculty and staff .
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR of Journey’s
End Refugee Services feels her experiences in a
Medaille College graduate program have had a
big impact on the way she does her job.
“Medaille made me better at my job,” Molly
Short explained as she sat at her desk in her offi ce
in the Tri-Main Building. “I was already working
here when I started the MAOL (Master’s of Arts
in Organizational Leadership). I recognized as the
director that I was really good at
certain things and not so good at
other things and that I needed to
get some skills developed. I looked
around at diff erent programs that
focused on management. I found the Medaille
program had a program that really benefi tted me.
Th ey had a set of classes that focused on what I
recognized as what I needed as skills development.”
Short is proud of her association with Medaille,
as well as the Medaille student volunteers who help
the Journey’s End refugees.
“Medaille is one of our good partners,” added
Short. “We work with all of the universities. We
want to train bright young minds to work with the
refugee population. So Medaille is important to
have in that partnership.”
“Th e use of the student body … tremendously
impacts the ability of refugees to become settled in
the United States because they receive a friendship,
a connection and a service that if it is not there can
hinder them from moving forward.”
Short said 1,500 to 2,000 refugees a year are
settled in Buff alo through a number of agencies
and that refugee children comprise 10 percent of
the students in the public schools. Short said the
State Department sends so many refugees here
because the cost of living in Buff alo is relatively
low, allowing refugees to survive on minimum
wage and have a decent life. In addition, there are
agencies like Journey’s End to provide important
services.
Medaille is one of the area colleges and
universities providing student volunteers for a
Journey’s End Saturday program called “Let’s Go
to the Library” that introduces refugee children to
the library and provides economic support.
“Medaille students are working directly with
refugee children providing homework help, playing
games, [making] arts and crafts, giving them an
opportunity to just be children,” said Short, who
added there is an extra reason for refugee children
to act like kids. “Quite often, refugee children
take on many roles and responsibilities for adults
because they learn English much faster than the
parents. Th e roles are reversed.”
Th e Medaille student involvement is very
important for a few reasons, said Short.
“In a city like this, it is important that the next
generation of service providers and
educators are aware of the refugee
population and are able to eff ectively
interact with them,” said Short. “So
bigger picture, it is important to have
the students involved so they are generally able
to incorporate refugees into the community. Th e
smaller picture is the students provide a workforce
that in essence we are not directly able to provide.
Th ey can spend time working individually with
refugee students or adults, working with them on
fi nancial literacy, learning how to speak English
and give homework help.”
To use an advertising phrase familiar to the
Medaille community, the experience “changes
the minds” of refugee children — as well as the
Medaille student volunteers.
up to 16 months. “Less than one percent receive resettlement
services worldwide,” said Short.
If they make it, Journey’s End is there for them.
“I like to say we’re kind of like Mom and Pop for the fi rst
three months after they arrive,” said Short. “We fi nd them a
home, prepare a home for them, do the basic things like get
them enrolled in English as a second language, help them get
their benefi ts, refer them for their employment services.”
Th e refugees’ life skill levels can vary.
“I’ve had refugees who have never been in a car and I have
had refugees who have a doctorate in science,” said Short. “We
give people jobs regardless of their language skills. We’ve had
seamstresses who are sewing holsters for CIA agents’ guns
because they are special order.”
Journey’s End also provides development programs for
education. “Education is one of the priorities that refugee
parents have for their children,” said Short. “Th eir children face
enormous barriers to be successful in school so we work with
public schools providing academic services for assistance.”
Grim said the students learned that there can be some
similarities about how they and refugees view things.
“Th ey learned there is not that much diff erence in terms of
a refugee and someone from Buff alo at the way they look at
something visually,” explained Grim. “Th e reason behind why
someone took a photo I think was unique to them. A refugee
taking a landscape photograph of a fi eld meant something
completely diff erent than what a landscape photograph meant
to a college student.
“Refugees have been living in a camp for 17 years and
haven’t had any space. Th e Buff alo students were … not
about longing, wants or needs or desires. Hardships and
persecutions weren’t readily visually seen in the pictures.”
“One of my photography students was so inspired by the
project that she wants to get her master’s degree and give
back to the community,” said Grim. “Th e Medaille College
mission to make students civically-minded and engaged in
the community was successful.”
Grim was talking about Cowles, who is looking to take
courses in English as a second language, leadership and
foreign language in graduate school because of her experience
with refugees.
“I really liked this project,” said Cowles. “I know I want
to do something involved in helping people and learning
diff erent cultures as well as helping people learn more about
American culture.”
“It has totally changed the way I view the world and what I
want to do,” said Cowles. “Not only do I want to teach about
these cultures, which I always planned on, but taking it to
another level and helping people.”
Molly Short ’11
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Dr. Mary Ellen Mulvey, Larry Pernick (executive director of the Northwest Buff alo Community Center), Denise Clarke (principal of Riverside High School), Dr. Richard T. Jurasek
and Amber M. Dixon ’90 (recent interim superintendent of Buff alo Public Schools). PHOTO BY KARA KANE
Medaille announces scholarship support for Riverside students; involvement
continues during summerON APRIL 19, Medaille announced the creation of the Center
for Entrepreneurship and Change at Riverside High School,
part of an ongoing commitment to supporting the Buff alo
Public Schools and the work being done by organizations like
the Northwest Buff alo Community Center to revitalize the
Riverside-Black Rock neighborhood.
Nearly 80 local leaders, community representatives and
Riverside High School staff took part in a celebration at the
school, at which Medaille announced that it will provide up to
$450,000 in scholarships to Riverside High School graduates
who attend Medaille, starting in fall 2014.
On the heels of April’s announcement of increased
collaboration, Medaille hosted more than 40 Riverside students
enrolled in the Academy for Creativity and Entrepreneurship
(ACE) for a week-long camp entitled, “Environmental
Entrepreneurs: Developing Urban Micro-Parks.” Th roughout
the week, students worked in teams to develop scaled-down
business plans, which were presented on June 29 to a panel
of community business leaders who provided feedback to the
aspiring entrepreneurs.
Among those community leaders present were: Lavon
Stephens ’05 ’07, administrative director at Buff alo & Erie
County Workforce Development Consortium; Joseph E.
Wolfson, CEO, Health Transaction Network and member
of the College’s board of trustees; Philip L. Wiggle, adjunct
professor at Medaille College; and Laurie Mahoney, president
of Junior Achievement of Western New York.
Th e following week, nearly 40 Riverside students travelled
to Medaille’s Buff alo Campus to attend workshops with
themes that varied from resume building and managing your
fi rst paycheck to exploring career options at a job fair. Beyond
large-scale campus events, Medaille is also sponsoring four
Riverside students in collaboration with Mayor Byron Brown’s
Summer Youth Workforce initiative and has plans for countless
more collaborative endeavors with Riverside High School and
other community partners in the future. — KEVIN BATES
DONOR ROLL
MEDAILLE COLLEGE IS honored by the kindness
and support of so many alumni and friends.
Listed in this magazine are the names of our dear
benefactors who are making a diff erence in the
lives of our students each and every day. As you
read the following list, we hope you will see the
beauty and strength represented in each gift
as donors provide opportunities for students to
reach their potential.
During the 2010-11 academic year, our
alumni and friends provided support for
scholarships and fi nancial aid, classroom
material and equipment, and extra-curricular
activities from team sports to Student
Government Association activities. We thank
everyone for their support.
We hope that when you are asked to
contribute to the 2012-13 Medaille Fund you
give generously, and early, so we can begin
putting your support to work right away.
Medaille College’s Board of Trustees freely
shared their leadership, expertise, wisdom,
and compassion with us during the 2011-2012
school year. When called upon, they stepped up
to the plate to serve on committees, purchase
tickets, sponsor events, and mentor students.
Board members also set an example by giving
generously to the Medaille Fund and providing
scholarship dollars to help deserving students
attend the College. We are most grateful for
their on-going support.
Members of the Board of Trustees not only
share their time and talent, but they share their
treasures as well. This year we are honored to
have 100% of our Board supporting the Medaille
Annual Fund.
Ask any student why they chose Medaille
and they will tell you about the student-
centered atmosphere and the faculty’s strong
commitment to hands-on learning and
accessibility. Medaille’s faculty and staff are the
backbone of the institution. They freely share
of themselves as they help students to achieve
both academically and personally. Faculty and
staff donate thousands of hours of personal
time to work with students one-on-one and
in group settings. They volunteer at campus
events and in the community. They serve as
role models for our students as civic-minded
individuals who add much to our Western New
York community.
Leadership Giving
Throughout these pages, the Medaille
community is represented by the many
generous alumni, family, friends, and
benefactors who made a gift from July 1,
2011 - June 30, 2012. Leadership donors are
specially recognized herein for their exceptional
dedication to the College. — JEANINE PURCELL
Medaille College
Donor ListREPORT OF ANNUAL GIVING 2011-12
Th is list refl ects gifts to Medaille College from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012.
Every eff ort has been made to publish a complete and accurate list of our donors
and their contributions. We apologize for any errors in spelling
or accidental omissions of names. Event Sponsors and In-Kind gifts
are listed separately after the donor list.
Please contact the Offi ce of College Relations at (716) 880-2209
if you would like to provide comments on the 2011-12 Annual Report.
Th ank you to all our generous supporters!
* Board of Trustees
**Faculty or Staff Member
*** Alumni Board
+3 Year Consecutive Donor
^First Time Donor
President’s Circle
$10,000 and Over – DISTINCTION
The James H. Cummings Foundation, Inc.
FMC Technologies, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Moran, Jr. * +
Pepsi Bottling Group
Travers Collins & Company +
Mr. Kenneth D. Trbovich * ^
The Trbovich Family Foundation
$5,000 to $9,999 – COMMENDATION
ADPRO Sports +
Joyce and Stuart Angert * +
Drs. Richard and Barbara Jurasek ** +
The Knee Center
Liberty Mutual Insurance Group +
The New York State Education Department
Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical
Chemistry ^
Walsh Insurance Group +
William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, Inc. ^
$2,500 to $4,999 - HONOR
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen L. Cicchinelli ‘98 * +
John and Patricia Courtney ‘79
Dr. and Mrs. Peter J. Freyburger * +
Juanita K. Hunter, Ed.D * +
KeyBank +
Millard Fillmore Hospital ^
Professor Robert E. Nesslin, CME ** and
Mrs. Margaret Nesslin ‘96+
The Vincent & Harriet Palisano Foundation +
Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Termini *
Upstate New York Transplant Services, Inc.
Verizon Communications, Inc. +
$1,000 to $2,499 – DONOR
Mrs. Barbara J. Bilotta ‘07 ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Carver ** +
Mr. Ronald J. Christopher ** +
Coles Restaurant, Inc. +
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Costa * ^
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Crawford ** ^
Mr. and Mrs. David Elias * ^
Gallina Development Corporation +
Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Graber ‘96 *
Mr. Richard Hamister ^
The Hamister Family Foundation ^
Hart Hotels, Inc.
Dr. Judith M. Horowitz and
Mr. Alan Thomas Horowitz ** +
Douglas W. Howard, Ph.D. ** +
Ms. Margaret Kafka ‘90 * +
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Kelly
Niagara Scenic Tours
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Pearce, Jr. * +
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Petronella +
Ms. Heidi A. Raphael ‘85 * +
Mr. Michael S. Raphael +
Specifi c Solutions, Inc. ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Stevenson * +
Mr. Robert C. Takac ’86* and
Mrs. Miyoko Hayakawa
Mr. and Mrs. Donald R. Tomasulo ‘79 * +
Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Walsh * +
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Wolfson *
Dean’s Circle
$500 to $999 – DISTINCTION
Batavia Downs Casino ^
Buff alo Hotel Supply Co., Inc. ^
Eastman Machine Company
Frey Electric Construction Co., Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Fronckowiak
G&G Fitness Equipment, Inc. +
Gannett Community Foundation
of Louisville
Mr. and Mrs. James V. Glynn
Robert and Evelyn Hamilton **
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Healy
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hill
Illana Lane, Ph.D. ** and Darrell Lane +
Mr. Nathan R. Marton ** and
Mrs. Mary Alice Demler-Marton +
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Ms. Mary McLean Wilson
Pearce & Pearce Co., Inc. +
PJF Publishing +
Rev. Darius G. Pridgen ‘07 * ^
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence L. Robinson ** +
Schindler Elevator Corp
Mr. Dale Stephens ‘02, ‘06 ***
Mrs. Jeannine E. Suk ** +
Mrs. Virginia Sullivan and
Mr. Wayne McNally
Tony Martin Awards, Inc. +
Wendel Companies
$250 to $499 – COMMENDATION
Anonymous
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Bryant, Jr. +
Ms. Catherine Buzanski ** +
Mr. Robert D. Chyka, Jr. ‘10 ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Cipolla ^
Robert and Katherine Connelly **
Mr. Balázs Csizovszki ‘11
Ms. Carol S. Cullinan ‘02 ** +
Mr. E. Webster Dann
Mr. and Mrs. Adrian F. Dedecker, III ^
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dueringer ‘03 ***
Mr. Horace Gioia * +
Mr. Gregg A. Goettel +
Ellen E. Grant, Ph.D., LCSW-R * +
Grove Roofi ng Services, Inc.
Matthew and Summer (Gemmati)
Handzlik ‘08, ‘12 ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Hersh ‘99 *** +
Dr. Helen L. Horne-Moyer ** +
Mrs. Karen Kosowski **
David and Lynn Kozinski ** +
Mrs. Barbara Kurasch ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy D. Kwiatkowski ‘86 *** +
Mr. Charles Lapree ^
Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. MacMartin ** ^
Mr. Mark E. Mahaney
Mr. Patrick McDonald ** +
Ms. Dorothy A. Meindl ‘73 +
Mr. Joseph P. Michael
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Niederpruem
Mr. Gino A. Pari ‘82 +
Mr. and Mrs. Jerome F. Pawlak +
Nancy L. Pugh, DVM ** +
Mrs. Deborah A. Strychalski ** +
Ms. Kathleen E. Turner ‘72
Mr. David H. Wager ^
Ms. Vicki L. Ward ** +
Mr. and Mrs. William G. Weeks ** +
West Wind Consulting Strategies in
Fund Raising, LLC ^
Mr. Michael Wolf ‘06 **
$100 - $249 – HONOR
AB&N Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc.
Mr. David J. Adams ^
Mr. and Mrs. William L. Agronin +
Amherst Paving, Inc.
Michael and Diane Andriatch ‘69
Mr. Jonathan R. Augustyn ‘09 **, ***
Mr. and Mrs. Gary M. Beattie ^
Roger and Lisa Marie Benn ‘95
David and Shelley Bernosky ‘72 +
Mr. and Mrs. Keith C. Boerner ‘99
Ms. Elizabeth H. Bowers +
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Bowers +
Mr. and Mrs. Werner Brehm ^
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Brocato, Jr. ’87 +
Mr. Matthew Bucheker ‘06 ^
Buff alo Gourmet Sandwich, Inc.
Ms. Birgit Burton ‘89
Mr. Jerry Castiglia
Matthew and Angela Champion ‘04 +
Ms. Sharon L. Cillis ^
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cleary ^
Mr. David G. Cooper ‘94
Mr. Thomas P. Cunningham ^
Eugene and Kathryn Deibel ‘73 +
The Dillman Family ^
Ms. Amber M. Dixon ‘90
Dobmeier Janitor Supply, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Drew ^
Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Egan, III
Mr. Robert Eisman
Mr. and Mrs. Carl A. Emerling ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Fagerburg ‘05
Ms. Charlotte Ferguson ^
Ms. Elaine Ferguson ^
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis R. Fitscher ‘76
Sara and Robert Fluskey, Jr. +
Mr. Tony Forcellini ^
Gauthier Sheet Metal, Inc. ^
Mr. Angelo Genco ‘09 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan D. Gill ‘07
Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Gioia
Goldwing Used Saab Parts Warehouse ^
Ms. Kathy Graf +
Mr. Lewis S. Grant ‘84 ^
Tom Greenauer Development, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Head ^
Mr. Joseph J. Heath
Dennis and Deborah Heim ‘89
Mr. Richard J. Henchen
James and Karen Hornung ‘05 ^
Ms. Shirley A. Hyman
Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Hyman
Mr. Arthur Ives, Jr.
Mr. Jeff James ^
Mr. and Mrs. James M. Jones, III ‘83 +
Mr. Edward J. Kane ‘70 +
William and Suzanne Jack ‘91 +
Ms. Diane M. Johnson ‘68+
Ms. Carla Kestner **
Kids’ Kampus Child Care Center
Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Klaff ka ^
Mr. Timothy W. Kolankowski ‘91
Kolken & Kolken Attorneys at Law ^
Craig J. Kopra ‘04, ‘09 and
Anita (Hart) Kopra ‘04, ‘06, ‘10 **
Mr. and Mrs. John E. Kozar
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Licata ^
Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Licata ^
Mr. and Mrs. Pasquale M. Limoncelli ‘88 +
Mr. and Mrs. Terry N. Lindenmuth ^
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Logan ^
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Long
Mrs. Susan Lowrey ** +
Mr. and Mrs. John MacDonald, Jr. +
Mr. and Mrs. John J. MacDonald +
Mr. and Mrs. Mike MacDonald ** +
Mr. Jonnie I. Machmer, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Doug Mahany +
Stephen and Barbara Malcolm ‘73 +
Mr. John-Paul Martin ‘80 +
James and Grace Matecki ‘71 +
Eugene and Jane Matthews ‘81
Ms. Lucie C. McKinney ^
Ms. Jean Mckinney Salcedo ^
Mr. and Mrs. James M. Meier
Mr. and Mrs. John G. Mikla ‘02, ‘04 +
Mr. and Mrs. James K. Morrell * ^
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Murphy +
Mr. and Mrs. John G. Newman ^
Ms. B. P. O’Donnell ^
Mr. and Mrs. Rob Palano
Ms. Lillian Petrichko
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Pihlblad ‘11 +
Mr. and Mrs. John Pond ** ^
Mr. Fred Price ^
Prudential Foundation
Ms. Jeanine Purcell ** ^
R.W. Caldwell Associates, Inc. ^
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Renodin ^
Mr. Edward J. Reska ‘71 +
Ms. Deb Riggsby ^
Mr. J. Leonard Rizzo, Jr. ‘80
Mr. and Mrs. William M. Schickling
Mr. Steve Schragel ^
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Scully +
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Seitz ^
Ms. Donna Sinclair
Mr. Steve W. Smith ^
Ms. Barbara A. Smithgall ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sokolowski +
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Stark ^
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stoeckl ^
Ms. Aurelia Sturman ^
Ms. Mary J. Syrek ‘67 +
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Szczepanski **
T.P. Woodside, Inc. ^
Ms. Carol J. Tomczak
Tri Main Development, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Santo L. Tricarico ‘84, ‘88
Mrs. Stephanie Tustin-Fuchs ^
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Twardowski ^
Ulrich Sign Company, Inc.
Michael and Debra Tylwalk ‘98, ‘09 +
Ms. Anna Walters ^
Mr. and Mrs. Steven H. Walters ‘79
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. Wantuck +
Mr. Arthur L. Weathersby ‘88
Westcott Insurance Agency +
Mr. and Mrs. Mark T. Woodward ‘91
Ms. Karin A. Ziegler ’06 and
Mr. Ronald J. Smith
Friend of Medaille
$1 - $99 – DONOR
Anonymous (4)
Mrs. Anne Marie Agostinelli ‘71
Mrs. Margaret Alfano
Ms. Alice J. Arpin ^
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff rey L. Arrien ^
Mr. Frank Artessa ^
Mr. Emil Augustin ^
Mrs. Lorraine Augustynek ^
AXA Advisors/Equitable
AXA Foundation
Ms. Susan Axon ^
Ms. Marra Babagana ‘08 ^
Ms. Melissa Babiarz ‘07
Mr. Raymond Bailey ‘06 **, *** +
Ms. Melissa A. Baliva ‘11 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Banach +
Mr. Charles U. Banta
Mrs. Kimberli A. Brown-Barcus ‘05
Mr. Steve Barnett ^
Mr. and Mrs. David Barnstable +
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Barrancotta +
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff rey J. Barrett
Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Bartlett
Mr. and Mrs. Victor J. Battaglia +
Mr. and Mrs. Lance Baxter ‘07 +
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Beale ‘83
Mr. William Beattie ^
Dr. and Mrs. Howard Benatovich ^
Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Bennett
Mr. and Mrs. Mark P. Benton ** +
Mr. Victor Berg
Mr. John W. Beutel, II ‘04
Mrs. Gwyn A. Beyer ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bird ^
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Block
Ms. Michaeleen Boudeman ^
Mr. Patrick Bourcy ^
Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Boyd, Jr. +
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Boyd ^
Mr. Edward Boyzuck
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel G. Brawn ‘08, ‘10 ^
Ms. Bridget Brown ^
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Brown ‘87 +
Ms. Rochelle N. Brown ‘01
Mr. and Mrs. Arnold N. Brunswick
Mrs. Kathryn Bucierka ‘89
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Bucki ^
Mr. Chaz E. Bulera ‘11 ^
Ms. Mary M. Burke ‘86 +
Mr. Patrick M. Burke ^
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Burke, Jr. ‘87 +
Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Burnham ^
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin J. Buscarino
Ms. Susan K. Butenschoen ‘85
We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.
WINSTON CHURCHILL
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Mr. Nicholas M. Calandra ‘11 ^
Mr. Kenneth R. Cameron ‘07 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Campbell
Ms. Patricia Campos-Besu ‘06 ^
Ms. Holly A. Carmichael ‘85
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis J. Carroll
Ms. Marie C. Casillo ‘76
Mr. Anthony F. Cassine ‘11 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Fabian C. Catalano +
Mr. Fernan R. Cepero ** +
Ms. Rose Marie Cherico ‘96 +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Childress ^
Michael and Carin Chmurzynski ‘77 +
Mr. Kevin Christiano ^
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Cintineo ^
City of Lockport Youth & Recreation ^
Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Clohessy, Jr. +
Edward and Christine Clothier ‘73
Mrs. Amy LaPenna-Coddington ‘87
Mr. and Mrs. F. Hugh Collins
Ms. Patricia Colterman ^
Ms. Amanda Colvin ‘11 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Condello
Mr. Benny F. Constantino ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gary J. Constantino ‘06
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Cook ^
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Corcoran ^
Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Cornell ‘91 +
Mr. and Mrs. John C. Cotton ‘82
Mrs. Jacqueline J. Craigue ‘82 +
Ms. Kelly Cruttenden
Mrs. Barbara Cunningham
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan S. Curlee +
Mr. John E. Curtin ‘70 +
Ms. Earnestine Cusak ‘87
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Danial
Ms. Doris M. Davis +
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas J. Davis +
Mr. Jeff rey L. Dean ^
Ms. Stacy Decker
Mr. Neil R. Dengler ‘97 and
Mrs. Leah J. Dengler ‘03 +
Mrs. Nancy E. Denny ^
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Devans ^
Ms. Heather E. Dexter ^
John and Donna Dickey ‘82 **
Mr. Thomas DiLuzio ‘08
Mr. Kostas Dimitriadis ^
Mr. and Mrs. David Dimmitt ^
Ms. Judith T. Diviak ‘73 +
Mr. and Mrs. George J. Dixon, Jr. +
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew S. Donovan ‘85
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy M. Doolittle
Mrs. Christine A. Dougherty ‘98
Ms. Betty A. Doyle ^
Daniel and Diane Doyle ‘73
Ms. Karen Drass ^
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Drozda
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Dugan ‘83
Paul and Diane Dumansky ‘97
Mr. Matthew P. Dunford ‘11 ^
Dr. Susan M. Dunkle **
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Dzimian ‘87
Eastside Basketball ^
Ms. Beverly C. Eckam ^
Dr. Stephen Edge ^
Mr. and Mrs. James Engleman, Jr.
Mr. Jason L. Entress ^
Mrs. Christine M. Evans ^
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Evans ‘79 +
Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick W. Eye
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth D. Farrell ‘84
Ms. Irene J. Ferguson ^
Mrs. Sheila E. Ferguson Holmes ^
Mr. Charles T. Fieramusca, Jr. **
Mrs. Rita L. Fischer ‘82
Mr. and Mrs. Marty Flood
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Florczak
Dr. and Mrs. Frank D. Floyd
Bee and Lucy Fogan ‘79 +
Mr. and Mrs. James Frascati +
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Freitas +
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Fry
Mr. Nick P. Futa ** ^
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Galante ^
Mr. Anthony Garrow ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Garvin ^
Mr. and Mrs. Louis L. Gauthier ^
Mrs. Mary Gauthier ^
Richard and Patricia Gehring ‘87 +
Mr. Christopher M. Gengo ‘02 +
Geo Drain, Inc.
Ms. Evelyn C. Gibbons ‘87
Joseph and Nancy Gier ‘91
Frank and Susan Giglio ‘71 ^
Ms. Cheryl R. E. Glamack ^
Paul and Paula Glauber ‘81
Mr. John F. Gleeson ^
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy P. Gleeson ^
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Glover ^
Mrs. Lynette M. Goldin ^
Ms. Sarah K. Goller
Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Gorsuch ^
Mr. Scott D. Gorton ‘97
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Graber
Mr. and Mrs. Alan H. Graham
Mr. Gerry Gregoire ^
Mr. and Mrs. Terence Griffi n ^
Mrs. Sherrie A. Gustas ‘00 ^
Ms. Mary Ann Guz ^
Mrs. Mary A. Haden ‘94, ‘99 +
The Hair Loft ^
Mr. Raymond A. Halbert ‘07 ^
Mr. Gary A. Halicki ‘77 **
Mr. and Mrs. Howard H. Hall, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Gerhardt Halper
Mr. and Mrs. James D. Halstrom ^
Ms. Anna Hammond ^
Lee and Maura Harris ‘74 +
James and Patricia Hart ‘67
Mr. Dennis Hartman, Jr. ‘08 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Hartnett +
Francis and Dorothy Haselbauer ‘79 +
Mr. Donald Hayward ^
Ms. Nancy Heck ^
Ms. Mary T. Helak ‘05
Mr. and Mrs. Adam H. Hellman ^
Mr. and Mrs. William Henchen
Ms. Dorothy P. Henneman
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Hennessey +
Mrs. Mary Joan Hess Moore ‘69 +
George and Marcia Hillock ‘71
Mr. and Mrs. Ken J. Hinterberger ^
Mr. and Mrs. Mark N. Hjalmarson ‘00 +
Mr. and Mrs. James C. Hoff arth ‘87
Ms. Kathryn A. Holmes ‘87
Ms. Laura Hoover ‘10 ^
Mrs. Ann Horn-Jeddy ‘99, ‘06 **, *** +
Mr. James M. Horner ‘06
Mr. and Mrs. Gary K. Hudson ^
Mr. Michael E. Hudson
William and Janet Hulme ‘95 ^
Daniel and Christine Hunt ‘88, ‘06 +
Donald and Mary Hustead ‘71
Ingersoll-Rand Charitable Foundation
James and Christine Isbrandt ‘70
Ms. Donna M. Jackson ‘96 +
Mr. and Mrs. Franklin B. Jackson +
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff rey J. Jackson
Robert and Myrtis Jackson ‘78 +
Mr. Terrance J. Jackson ^
Dr. and Mrs. Timothy Jackson
Ms. Kelly A. Jacoutot ^
Ms. Mary E. James ^
Lawrence and Teresa Jarmuz ‘75 +
Jim Ludtka Sporting Goods, Inc. ^
Ms. Lequitha P. Jones ^
Mr. Richard C. Jones ‘74 +
Ms. Beth Ann Jones Rice ‘99 ***
The Joshua Group ^
David and Deborah Kaczmarski ‘91 +
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas M. Kanutsu ‘11 +
Ms. Susan Kawecki ^
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Kelly ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Kelly ^
Paul and Mary Ketterer ‘72 +
Mr. Andrew Kettles
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kibler ^
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kieta ^
Mr. Joseph Kilijanski +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kilijanski
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kilijanski
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Kindron
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Kindron ^
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff rey Kinne
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kinne
Mr. and Mrs. Eric N. Klaff ka ^
Mr. George F. Klapthor +
Mr. and Mrs. Burton J. Kleinman **
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Klimowicz ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Koerber ^
Kenneth and Maryann Kolniak ‘05 +
Ms. Eileen Kopper
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Kowalski, Jr. ^
Casimir and Frances Kozminski ‘81 +
Mr. and Mrs. William A. Kraft, Jr. ‘81
Kraft Foods Foundation
Edward and Janice Kramer ‘74 +
Mr. Donald S. Kreger ‘06 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond M. Krehel +
Mrs. Mary E. Kreher
Mr. Peter Kresher +
Henry and Donna Kropidlowski ‘85
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Kryszak
Ms. Irene C. Kurtz +
Mr. and Mrs. Klyde D. Kurtz +
Mr. Nathaniel Kurtz
Ms. Anne M. Lalli ^
Mr. and Mrs. Louis A. Lalli ^
Ms. Andrea LaMastra ‘10 ^
Ms. Holly M. Lange ‘00
Ms. Diane D. Laskowski
Mr. Roger F. Lavocat ‘07 +
Dr. and Mrs. Edward L. Lazzaro ^
Ms. Rose Mary Leaper ‘71
Ms. Bertha Lengauer ^
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Leslie ^
Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Levan +
Mr. and Mrs. Edward W. Lewis ‘72
Ms. Michelle Liberatore ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert P. Licata ‘77
Ms. Joni Licata ^
Tara B. Lillis Attorney at Law ^
Mr. Todd D. Lindenmuth ^
Ms. Arie Lipsky
Mr. and Mrs. John Livingston, III
Mr. Robert F. Lloyd ^
John Lockwood and
Bonnie Kane Lockwood ‘87 ***
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Loiacono, Jr. ^
Mr. and Mrs. J. Paul Lombardo
Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Long, Jr.
Mrs. Gloria A. Lorber ‘74 +
Leroy and Veronica Love ‘11 ^
Ms. Margaret Ludtka ^
Mr. and Mrs. John F. Lumadue, Jr.
No person was ever honored for what he received. He was honored for what he gave.
CALVIN COOLIDGE
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Mr. and Mrs. Tim MacDonald +
Mr. and Mrs. John Maddock
Mr. and Mrs. Geordie Magee ^
Ms. Jennifer Mahan ^
Ms. Sharon A. Malo ‘91, ‘09 +
John and Ann Mancuso ‘85
Mr. Randy Marble ‘04 +
Ms. Jeanne C. Marcella ‘08 *** ^
Ms. Joan Margarucci ^
Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Martin ^
Mr. Robert Martin ^
Mr. and Mrs. John E. Matheny ^
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Matheny ^
Mr. Leonard Mattie ^
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Matz ^
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mazurek
Ms. Bertha Mazurkiewicz ^
Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. McCrea, Jr. ** ^
Mrs. Michelle L. Mcghee ^
Hugh and Margaret McLean ‘98 +
Mr. and Mrs. Don McMahon
Ms. Ashley McNulty ‘06, ‘11 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gary O. Meetze ^
Mr. and Mrs. Otilio Mendiola ^
Mr. and Mrs. Cormic K. Merle ** +
James and Jean Metzler ‘97 +
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Michalski ** ^
Mr. and Mrs. Peter S. Militello
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Milks ^
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce A. Millard ‘88
Mr. and Mrs. Bradley A. Miller
Ms. Mariann E. Miller ‘94
Ms. Irene M. Minnick +
Mr. and Mrs. Carl H. Mogavero
Joseph and Nancy Mole ’05
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Monczynski
Ms. Kelly A. Mong ^
Moog, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. James S. Morrison ^
Mr. Thomas A. Munch ^
Dr. and Mrs. Ken Munroe ^
Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Murphy +
Mr. Dale Mussen ^
Roy and Susan Myers ‘77
Ms. Cindy Nadolny ^
Ms. Susan M. Napier ^
Ms. Karen Nelson ‘06 +
Mr. Michael Anne Nemeth ^
Ms. Regina Nesterenko ^
Jon and Linda Nichols ‘73
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nicosia
Robert and Jennifer Nowak ‘06 ^
Mrs. Megan D. Oakes ^
Ms. Shannon O’Brien ‘08 +
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy O’Connor
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth O’Donnell ^
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O’Hanrahan +
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Oliver ‘89
Mr. and Mrs. Michael O’Neil ^
Ms. Phyllis A. Ostrowski ‘75
Robert and Jane O’Sullivan ‘74 +
Mr. Carmelo Palano ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pandolfi ^
James and Doreen Park ‘93 +
Ms. Clara M. Parnell ^
Ms. Mary Beth Parrinello ‘81
Ms. Martha Parzych-Short
Ms. Sally Ann Pasternak ‘81 +
Mr. Jason Perri ** +
Ms. Mary M. Perrone ^
Ms. Michelle Peruzzini ‘07 ** +
Ms. Maureen E. Petrilli ^
Franklin and Clarise Phelps ‘00 +
Ms. Rita Piazza ‘10
Ms. Julieanne Pickard
Thomas and Karen Pierino ‘78
Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Piesczynski ‘04, ‘06 +
Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Pinnisi, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. Pizzuto ‘91
Mr. and Mrs. Carl M. Price ^
Mr. Joseph M. Provenzola ^
Mrs. Marianne Provenzola ^
Mr. Jordan Pulaski ‘11 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Sean P. Quinn ** +
Ms. Emily Rankin ‘08 ^
Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Rath
Mr. and Mrs. John Reeb ^
Ms. Jennifer Reid ^
Mr. and Mrs. Russell R. Reisdorf +
Mr. Joseph D. Reno
Mr. and Mrs. Albert M. Repertorio
Mr. William S. Reynolds ^
Mr. Jeff rey D. Ricci ‘09 ^
Ms. Nancy Rich ^
Ms. Mary C. Richardson ^
Mr. Timothy Riley ^
Mr. Rodney Rinard ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Ripley, Sr.
Ms. Virginia Rizzo ** +
Mr. and Mrs. Lemar H. Robinson ‘90
Dr. and Mrs. S L. Roistacher ^
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Root ^
Mrs. Cecelia M. Rosiek-Bauer ‘78 +
Ms. Suzanne Rudolph ^
Edward and Linda Runte ‘94
Mrs. Joan M. Russ-Brewer ‘92 +
Mr. Edward M. Russell ^
Howard and Sharon Russell ‘82 +
Ms. Jessica Sauberan ‘06
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Sauers ‘85 +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard G. Saxton
Ms. Shirley M. Schaff ner +
Ms. Mary Ann Schaller ‘72
Robert Schemel and
Christine White-Schemel ‘93
David and Veronica Schendel ‘80
Mr. David J. Scherer +
Mr. Kenneth Schiller ^
Mr. and Mrs. Ron Schiller ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schmidt ^
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin S. Schnirel +
Donald and Eunice Schroeder ‘74 +
Craig Scime ‘98, and
Krystal Centinello-Scime ‘06
Ms. Joan Selice ^
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence P. Sendlak
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Senecal ^
Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Seward ^
Mrs. Patricia L. Sheehan ‘99
Charles and Rose Sickler ‘70 +
Siemens US
Ms. Mercedes V. Simmons ‘10
Ms. JoAnne Sims **
Ms. Rita L. Singleton ‘74 +
Mrs. Sandy E. Sivick ‘03 ^
Ms. Martha A. Skolikas ‘86 +
Ms. Deborah C. Slisz ‘74 +
Mr. Gary Smith ^
Mr. and Mrs. Warren J. Smith ^
Ms. Linda A. Smolen ‘73 +
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Snyder ^
Ms. Lea Ann Sommer ^
Mr. Alan Sorensen ^
Mrs. Misty Spano ‘95 +
Mr. and Mrs. James F. Sparks ^
Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Spaulding +
Russell and Sharon Staff eldt ‘70
Ms. Julia Stahura +
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stang, Jr. ^
Karl and Marcia Stang ‘89
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Stang ^
Mr. Michael Stang ^
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Stanley
Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Stark ^
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick J. Stevens +
Mrs. Ruth N. Stoj ‘93 +
Ronald and Helen Stoll ‘88
Ms. Heather Stunkel ‘07 ^
Mr. Kenneth Sturman ^
Arthur and Rosemary Sullivan ‘81
Mr. Gerard J. Sussina
Walter and Carolyn Swanson ‘69
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Takac ^
Ms. Jessica Tapia ^
Francis Roselli and
Candyce Thayer-Roselli ‘90
Ms. Marlene Thomas
Mrs. Mary E. Toczek ‘73 +
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Traver +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Trester
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Trojanowsky ‘75 +
Mrs. Michele L. Turner ‘98 ^
Dr. John H. Twist, D.D.S. +
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Tyno ^
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Unterborn
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Valente ^
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Valente ^
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Valentine
Ms. Megan Valentine ‘04
Ms. Barbara M. Vanderwerken +
Ms. Lori A. Vanderwerken +
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. W. Vecere ^
Mr. Ivo J. Verbeek ‘04 ^
Mr. Kenneth J. Vetter ‘79 *** +
Mr. Paul Viola ^
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Voelkel
The Waclawek Family ^
Damon and Angela Walter ‘00
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Walter
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Walter +
Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Walter ^
Mr. Michael E. Walters
Mr. and Mrs. David C. Ward ‘73 +
Kurt and Donna Ward ‘91
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick D. Watson +
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Watt ^
Mr. and Ms. David Weber ^
Ms. Janelle Weber ^
Mr. and Mrs. Brian E. Webster **
Mrs. Rita Wells
Mr. and Mrs. Mark F. Werner ‘76 ^
Tad and Amber Wesser ‘04, ‘06
Mr. Paul Wetzel ^
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wetzel ^
Ms. Tera L. White ‘07
James and Deborah Wiede ‘72 +
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Williams ‘00
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Williams, III
Michael and Sheila Wirth ‘75
David and Rita Wolff ‘79
Winslow and Donna Woodruff ‘72
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Yendall **
Ms. Mary A. Zasada +
Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Zeis ‘11 ^
Ms. Diane Zemla
Mr. Jack R. Zienski ^
David and Lori Ziolkowski ‘91 +
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.
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Sponsorships and in-kind gifts to
Medaille College help defray costs
and generate income to support
the educational experience of our
students. We are most grateful for
the kindness of individuals and
businesses who elected to partner
with us as they provided products,
and/or services during the fi scal
year. Listed below are donors who
generously gave to the College
through in-kind gifts and events,
including Founders’ Day, the Downing
Golf Classic and the Reindeer Run.
Event Sponsors
Founders’ Day
$10,000 – EVENT SPONSOR
Phillips Lytle LLP
$7,500 – GOLD SPONSOR
M&T Bank
The M&T Charitable Foundation
$5,000 – SILVER SPONSOR
Delaware North Companies, Inc.
$2,500 – BRONZE SPONSOR
Aramark Facility Services
Elbers Landscape Service, Inc.
Merchants Insurance Group
$1,500 – TABLE SPONSOR
Pearce & Pearce Co., Inc.
R&P Oakhill Development, LLC
Rupp, Baase, Pfalzgraf, Cunningham
& Coppola LLC
Walsh Insurance Group
$1,200 – TABLE SPONSOR
John W. Danforth Company
Medaille College Student Government
Association
Travers Collins & Company
ADVERTISING SPONSOR
Globalquest Staffi ng Solutions, Inc.
Industrial Power & Lighting Corp.
Lord Amherst, Inc.
Valley Community Association
Downing Golf Classic
$10,000 – PRESENTING SPONSOR
R&P Oak Hill Development, LLC
$5,000 – GOLD SPONSOR
Aramark Facility Services
Buff alo Offi ce Interiors, Inc.
M&T Bank
The M&T Charitable Foundation
$2,500 SILVER SPONSOR
Chaintreuil Jansen Stark Architects, LLP
Delaware North Companies
Elbers Landscape Service, Inc.
Merchants Insurance Group
Phillips Lytle LLP
Superior Contracting, Inc.
$1,000 – BRONZE SPONSOR
Anonymous
Annese & Assoc., Inc.
Aurora Plumbing Company
Bonadio & Co., LLP
Capital Management Services L.P.
Chartwells
CVM Electric, Inc.
John W. Danforth Company
DWC Mechanical, Inc.
Fabcon, Inc.
Friends of Joel Giambra
Larkin Development Group
Lumsden & McCormick, LLP
The McGuire Group
MCPc, Inc.
Medaille College Bookstore
Mercedes-Benz of Buff alo
PCS Plumbing and Heating
Pearce & Pearce Co., Inc.
Pepsi Bottling Group
SimplexGrinnell
Sonitrol Security Systems
Travers Collins & Company
WNY Immediate Care
HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSOR
Northtown Automotive Companies
TEE SPONSOR
AJ Baynes Freight Contractors
American Household
Bonadio & Co., LLP
Bronsky & Company
Cannon Design
CHA Sports
Chef’s Restaurant
Clarence Car Wash
Colucci & Gallaher, P.C.
Custom Carpet Centers
CVM Electric, Inc.
Eaton Offi ce Supply
Dr. Peter Freyburger *,
Brighton Eggert Animal Clinic
G&G Fitness Equipment, Inc.
Gabe’s Collision
Gallina Development Corporation
Geico Insurance Co.
Group Lacasse Offi ce Furnishings
Harter Secrest & Emery LLP
Haworth, Inc.
Hurwitz & Fine, P.C.
Jean Jurek Associates, Inc.
KeyBank
Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
Lynn Associates, Inc.
NOCO Energy Corporation
Northrop Grumman Amherst Systems
Pediatric and Adolescent Urgent Care
of WNY
Rossitto & Salvo
Rupp, Baase, Pfalzgraf, Cunningham
& Coppola
Rural Metro Corporation
Scheff Investment Group, LLC
Signature Development
Solar Liberty Energy Systems, Inc.
Summer Street Capital Partners
Valu Home Centers
Vanner Insurance Agency
Walsh Insurance Group
Wittlin, Cain & Dry
William Schutt & Associates
Zaxis Architectural, P.C.
Reindeer Run
$1,500 – VIXEN SPONSOR
BlueCross BlueShield of WNY
$500 – COMET SPONSOR
Medaille College Student Government
Association
$250 – BLITZEN SPONSOR
Great Lakes Athletic Fields, Inc.
Orville’s Appliances
IN-KIND GIFTS
Adventure Speedway
Adventure Landing
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Alexandra
Amherst Pizza & Alehouse, Inc.
Anderson’s Frozen Custard
Banchetti by Rizzo’s
Black & Blue Steak and Crab
Bob-O-Link Golf Club, Inc.
Buff alo and Erie County Historical Society
Buff alo Bills
Buff alo Bisons
Buff alo Offi ce Interiors, Inc.
Buff alo Philharmonic Orchestra
Buff alo Sabres
Buff alo Wild Wings
Capello Salons & Day Spa
Chef’s Restaurant
Coff ee Pause
Corvette Cleaners
Country Florists
Crystal Rock Bottled Water
Darien Lake Theme Park Resort
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Eaton Offi ce Supply Co., Inc.
Edible Arrangements
Flying Bison Brewery
Mr. Horace Gioia *
Robert and Evelyn Hamilton **
Haworth, Inc.
Irish Classical Theatre
The Irishman Pub & Eatery
The Jewish Community Center of
Greater Rochester
Kabab & Curry
Kaleidoscope
Labatts
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Loughran’s Bar & Restaurant
Maid of the Mist Corporation
Maureen’s Buff alo Wholesale Market
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Mead
Melting Pot
Merchants Insurance Group
Michael’s Florist
Mighty Taco
Mineo & Sapio
Mischler’s Florist
MusicalFare Theatre
New York Jets
Niagara Chocolates
North Park Florist
Old Orchard Inn
Oliver’s Restaurant
Opici
Pano’s Resturant
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Pearce, Jr. * +
Pepsi Bottling Group
Pizza Plant
Premier Liquors
Red Coach Inn
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Ripstein
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
RSNP Diamond Exchange
Russ Salvatore
Salvatore’s Italian Gardens
Schindler Elevator
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
Sheridan Animal Hospital
Siena Resturant
Sky Zone
Sorrentino’s Spaghetti House
Status Limousine Corp
Stitch Witchery
Target
The Glen Park Tavern
Thorn Ave Animal Hospital
Mr. and Mrs. Donald R. Tomasulo ‘79 * +
Tops Markets
Transit Valley Pro Shop
The Trillium’s Courtyard Florist
The Wehrle Golf Dome
Zoladz Limousine
The things that you do for yourself, die with you ...the things that you do for others, mark your
place in the world.UNKNOWN
THE DEPARTMENT OF Athletics honored
student-athletes at its annual spring reception
on May 7. Male Athlete of the Year went to
Alexander Rouse ’12, for his contributions to
the men’s soccer team. Co-Female Athletes of
the Year were given to Tanisha Travis ’12 of the
women’s basketball team, and Meghan Fahy ’13 of the women’s volleyball team. Doug Page ’12 received the Maverick Award for his valuable
eff orts on behalf of the Department of Athletics.
Faculty Athletic Representative Awards were
bestowed upon Brandon Kilijanski ’13 and
Robyn Stanley ’13, of the men’s and women’s
volleyball teams, respectively. And the Joe Jacob
Mental Toughness Award was given to Lindsey Grana ’13. Th is award is named for the father of
Rich Jacob, Ph.D., professor in the Department
of Business, for a student who has persevered
through tragic times.
Each year, teams select a “Team First” award from
among its members. Th ose who are chosen bring
value to the team, on the fi eld and off . Award
winners for 2011-12 are:
Timothy Huebsch ’12, Men’s Soccer
Breanna Hyman ’14, Women’s Soccer
Andrea Reitz ’13, Women’s Volleyball
David Wantuck ’13, Golf
Brandon Rebert ’15, Men’s Cross Country
Lauren Dunkle ’12, Women’s Cross Country
Danielle Rollins ’12, Tennis
Joe Pawlak ’12, Men’s Basketball
Alex Smith ’15, Women’s Basketball
Jordan James ’15, Men’s Volleyball
Melissa Sandoval ’13, Bowling
John-Henry Jackson ’12, Men’s Lacrosse
Lauren Dunkle ’12, Women’s Lacrosse
Bradley Smith ’13, Baseball
Katie Gibbins ’13, Softball
Above left: Lindsay Grana
Above right: Robyn Stanley
Pictured left: Coach Pete Lonergan with Alex
Rouse, Meghan Fahy and Tanisha Travis.
Pictured below, L to R: Professor Jim Brace and
Brandon Kilijanski; Lonergan and Doug Page;
Brace and Robin Stanley
ALL PHOTOS BY CHRISTOPHER RIPLEY ’12
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— KEVIN BATES
Alumni Association LeadershipBoard of Directors
*DALE STEPHENS ’99 ’06President
PAUL DUERINGER ’03Vice President
ANN HORN-JEDDY ’99 ’06Parliamentarian
JONATHAN AUGUSTYN ’09RAYMOND BAILEY ’06ALEXANDER HERSH ’99MICHAEL MCKAY ’84TIMOTHY KWIATKOWSKI ’86ALEXANDER HERSH ’99
*Non-voting member on Medaille College’s Board of Trustees
Amherst Alumni CommitteeBETH ANN RICE ’99, PresidentJEANNE MARCELLA ’08, Vice PresidentJENISE DIXON-COLEMAN ’06RENEE FIEGEL ’11 ’12CHERYL MANNEY ’99JENNIFER PLAZA ’07PAUL WANDEL ’09
Buff alo Alumni CommitteeROBERT BEARDI ’00KEVIN CONNOLLY ’03ALBERT ERNI ’93 ’94KENNETH VETTER ’79JEFFERY WALKER ’92
Rochester Alumni CommitteeMICHAEL ABRAHAM ’04CHARLES BISHOP ’09JEFFREY DAVIS ’09DAVID DENNIE ’06 ’09JAMES HORNER ’06TONY INZINGA ’11YVONNE THORNE ’04JASON PARDI ’11LLOYD RUFFLE ’06 ’11JACOB SCHLICHT ’07KEVIN STELL ’09 ’11
Young Alumni CommitteeCHRISTIE WITT ’09 President
NICHOLAS CALANDRA ’11 Vice President
ERIC SCHMITZ ’08JESSICA FRYSZ ’11ERIC RICHARDSON ’11JENNIE ANDERSON ’09 ’13EMILEE YORMICK ’11BRENNA GERWITZ ’10MICHAEL SIMONCELLI ’09GINA SERRA ’11JACQUELYN GUGLIETTA ’10
34 I Medaille Magazine I medaille.edu Summer/Fall 2012
Dear Alumni,
We have a lot to be proud of!
You’ve just read about all the developments around Medaille in the previous pages,
including the renovation and expansion of the Kevin I. Sullivan Campus Center and
the evolving partnership between the College and Riverside High School.
As you read through the AlumNews section you will notice that the Alumni
Association is more active than ever. We have developed unique content for this
special publication including the “Maverick Mailbox” and a news section showcasing
the programs that the Alumni Association hosts. We are also highlighting alums
who returned to campus to share their time and talents with current students.
As you know, AlumNews began in 2007 as a way to stay informed about the
progress of the College and your classmates’ achievements. In this issue, we
combined the publication with the magazine in an eff ort to off er an expanded class
notes section, more alumni profi les and other unique content. I hope you enjoy it!
Don’t forget to make sure your email address is up-to-date and sign up for our
monthly electronic newsletter at medaille.edu/enews.
Best wishes,
Summer L. (Gemmati ) Handzlik ’08 ’12
Stay ConnectedVisit medaille.edu/classnotes and update the
Alumni Offi ce on what is happening, both
personally and professionally. Read alumni
profi les, class notes and browse the Alumni
Business Directory. Also, don’t forget to take
advantage of the benefi ts off ered to all alumni
by reading through the benefi ts page!
Register for Alumni Events:
Call (716) 880-2207 or email
Questions?
Email [email protected]
www.facebook.com/medaillealumni
twitter.com/medaille
Search for the “Medaille College
Alumni” group and join the
conversation!
Alumni Cheer on Buffalo Bandits
In March, the Alumni Association hosted an alumni gathering at a
Buff alo Bandits game. A pre-game party at Morrissey’s Irish Pub kicked
off the event, which was planned by the Young Alumni Committee.
“The Young Alumni Committee decided to plan the Bandits event
because we knew it would be an aff ordable, fun event for all alumni,” said
Jennie Anderson ’09, a member of the Committee.
“I always recommend any alumni I know to attend these [alumni]
events. They are well-planned and a lot of fun. It’s great to reconnect
with people you went to school with and meet some new faces.
The Medaille community is warm and welcoming,” said Dave
Burgstahler ’00 ’03.
Attendees received dinner, two drink vouchers, admission to the
game and free parking for $20; non-alumni were charged $25.
Tickets sold out shortly after going on sale and despite a 15-9 loss
to the Toronto Rock, alumni and guests had a great time.
BEMAs Organized by Medaille GradHeidi Raphael ’85, a member of Medaille’s board of trustees,
organized the fi rst-annual Buff alo Excellence in Media Awards
ceremony, held at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens on April 13.
The ceremony recognized outstanding achievements of individuals,
as well as radio, television, print and digital companies in Western
New York. Eileen (Galbo) Buckley ’85 was nominated for the
Pinnacle Award and Carl Russo ’81 was nominated for the Radio
Personality of the Year award.
Students from Medaille’s communication department volunteered
at the event.
Alumni Speak to Life Sciences ClubStudents in the Life Sciences Club heard about careers in biology from
four alumni on April 17. “I remember going to the same Life Sciences
Club alumni presentations when I was a student. I am very happy with
my job and proud of my accomplishments. I wanted to show [the
students] that anything is possible as long as you put your mind to it,”
said Sara Bova ’07 ’09, a laboratory technician at Cornell University.
Also addressing the students were Adam Ertel ’07, agricultural
specialist for the federal government, Lindsay (McKellar)
Masterson ’06 ’07, research compliance offi cer at the U.S. Veterans
Administration and Stephanie Kramer ’09, quality assurance
technician at Steuben Foods.
“I hadn’t been back since my last day of class in the spring of 2007. It
was amazing to see how much things have changed and how the
campus is growing … it brought back a lot of memories,” shared
Masterson. She added, “I was so honored to be able to come back
and share valuable advice and open the door of opportunity for the
current biology students.”
Technology Day at Amherst CampusOn May 8, the School of Education (SOE) held its fi rst “Technology Day”
at the Amherst Campus, featuring keynote speaker Randy Schenk, a
technology specialist with the Rochester City School District.
Will Barnes ’11 and Barry Schaub ’11 also presented. Barnes
presented on “paperless classrooms” and websites that serve
as resources in the elementary classroom. He joined Mary Beth
Scumaci, clinical assistant professor, for a work session that helped
faculty learn about creating interactive posters using Glogster.
Schaub taught attendees how to use Prezi presentation software.
Meghan Hornung ’11 and Jessica Tarasik enjoying the pre-game party. PHOTO BY SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12
L to R: Lindsay (McKellar) Masterson, Adam Ertel, Dr. Brenda Fredette, Sara Bova and Stephanie Kramer (front).
PHOTO BY SHELBY LITTLE ‘12
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Men’s Soccer Hosts Alumni MatchMedaille’s men’s soccer team hosted its Fifth Annual Alumni Match on April 22.
Current players faced-off against a lineup of former Mavericks at the Robert E. Rich
All-High Stadium.
Gary D. Boughton ’09, Kendell McFayden ’10 and Andrew Larracuente ’06, all
of whom went on to play professional soccer, teamed up with former All-Americans
Ryan Mangano and Cory Cwiklinski ’07 ’09, among others, against the 2011 AMCC
Championship Team.
This match, coordinated by Head Coach Dan Krzyzanowicz ’03, was the fi nal event in
a weekend of activities.
Medaille vs. Medaille in Floor Hockey Battle
On May 5, members of Medaille’s ice hockey team competed in a friendly fl oor
hockey game against former members of the hockey club in the Kevin I. Sullivan
Campus Center gymnasium. The game was hosted by the Alumni Association and
coordinated by Neil Dengler ’97 and Phil Splawski ’07. Chris Duncan ’00 served
as referee. “A good time was had by all,” said Dengler, who added, “we hope to build
upon this and make this a bigger and better annual event.”
WNY Alumni Associations Host 3rd Annual Alumni After Hours
The Alumni Associations of The College at Brockport, Buff alo State, Daemen, Medaille,
Niagara University and the University at Buff alo hosted a unique networking
opportunity at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Buff alo on May 31. Over 125 alumni
from these institutions attended to build their personal and professional networks and
to share their experiences.
The event featured “networking clusters,” featuring established professionals from each
institution who answered questions related to their specifi c industries.
Medaille’s established professional volunteers included: Camille Jackson ’09 ’12,
recruiter for Delaware North Companies; Dale Stephens ’99 ’06, senior personnel
administrator for the New York State Thruway Authority; and Timothy Kwiatkowski
’86, vice president of commercial banking at Five Star Bank.
The next After Hours event will be held Oct. 18 at the Hyatt Regency. Register at
alumni.medaille.edu.
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Recently engaged? In addition
to wedding announcements,
we feature engagement
announcements in our class
notes section. Share your special
news by e-mailing
Celebrating a wedding or
anniversary? Receive an award?
Involved in community service?
Do you have an employment
announcement? Let us know!
1980sBill Snyder ’84 joined World Publishing
Inc. as a sports reporter covering little
league baseball and softball in the Black
Rock community in Buff alo.
Eileen (Galbo) Buckley ’85 received
a regional Edward R. Murrow award for
“Best Use of Sound” for a story that aired
in 2011 on WBFO.
Robby Takac ’86 and wife, Miyoko,
welcomed baby girl Hana Margaret, in
January 2012.
Craig Bamberg ’87 volunteered as part
of the creative team that produced a
30-second TV video spot for Guadalupe
Center of Immokalee. The video was
honored with the “Judges’ Award for
Audio Visual Promotional Marketing” by
the Florida Public Relations Association
– Southwest Florida Chapter at the 2012
IMAGE Award Ceremony in April.
1990sDaniel Frontera
’98 is the veterans’
coordinator at Erie
Community College.
He is also part of
Operation 50 Run,
an eff ort to raise
awareness and
essential funding to
erect a memorial on the Buff alo waterfront
dedicated to all WNY residents who have
served our country in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Bridgett P. Herrod
’98 earned her
master’s degree in
public health, with
a concentration
in emergency
management,
from Benedictine
University in Lisle, IL.
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Alumni Association Welcomes New Board MemberMichael McKay ’84 joined the Alumni Association Board of Directors this spring.
McKay recently served as a member of the Buff alo Alumni Committee. He earned
his bachelor’s degree in media communications and is currently the business
development specialist at WBFO Public Radio.
Alumni Volunteers Participated in “The Hunt”This spring, the Offi ce of Career Planning hosted “The Hunt,” which off ered tips and
tricks for a successful job hunt. Included were panel discussions, mock interviews,
seminars and professional development workshops for graduating seniors on the
Buff alo campus. Many alumni volunteered their time and spoke with students about
life after graduation.
The series included a panel discussion with recent graduates who spoke about the
job search process and shared experiences and stories. The panel included: Jennie
Anderson ’09, human resources, Bureau Veritas; Quinneka McDonald ’10, resident
coordinator, Lofts at 136; Molly Platt ’09, professional skills department, Bryant &
Stratton – Online; Michael Simoncelli ’09, sales coordinator, Buff alo Bisons Baseball;
and Eric Richardson ’11, account service agent, Think Finance.
Brad Smith ’06, director of social media and search engine optimization at Haley
Marketing Group, spoke about social media and the employment process.
“The Hunt” concluded on March 28 with a student/alumni get-together where students
had the opportunity to network with alumni volunteers.
Senior WeekSenior Week for Buff alo Campus undergraduates began April 30 with an Etiquette Dinner
and concluded with the campus carnival on the evening of May 2. Senior Week coupled
practical professional development activities with a variety of entertainment options.
A.J. Verel ’99 addressed the Class of 2012 at The Senior Brunch on May 2. He stressed
the importance of staying connected to their alma mater and using the Medaille
network post-graduation. The event was emceed by Christie Witt ’09. Nicholas
Calandra ’11, Jonathan Augustyn ’09 and Gina Serra ’11 volunteered. The event
concluded with a toast from Dr. Richard T. Jurasek.
Highlights of the week included a dinner hosted at Dr. Jurasek’s home, attended by
more than 150 graduating students and their families, and the second annual Medaille
College Bug Stuff .
Danielle Rollins ’12 and her parents, David and Noreen Rollins, at the Senior Dinner at the President’s home on May 1. PHOTO BY CARLA F. KESTNER
2000sChristopher Duncan ’00 joined Buff alo
Hearing and Speech Center as a behavior
support aide.
Michele (Jeff ers) Loretto ’00 joined
Tronconi Segarra & Associates as a manager
in the fi rm’s tax department. Loretto is
a certifi ed public accountant and is a
member of the New York State Society of
Certifi ed Public Accountants.
Rev. Kenneth Kinton ’01 received his
doctor of ministry from Liberty University
in May 2012.
Molly (Jacobs)
Burt ’02 and
husband, Eric,
welcomed baby
boy Leo in April
2012. Leo joins his
older sister, Ally.
Paul Hardaway
’02 and wife, Linda,
celebrated their
thirtieth wedding
anniversary in
November 2011. The
celebration included
a renewal of vows
with family and friends at Zion Missionary
Baptist Church in Buff alo.
Janine Milligan DO ’02 was appointed
assistant professor of oncology in the
diagnostic radiology department at
Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buff alo.
Steven Morgan ’02 received the Legion of
Honor award from DeMolay International.
Tammy Doctor ’03 was promoted to
assistant vice president of claims at Fidelis
Care. She works out of the Getzville offi ce.
David Post ’04 participated in the Polar
Bear Plunge fundraiser in February in
Rochester to help raise funds for and
awareness of the Special Olympics.
Catherine Sicoli ’04 and Luke C. Darling
are happy to announce their engagement.
The couple was engaged on October 29,
2011. A wedding at the Tonawanda Castle
in April 2013 is planned.
Matt Champion ’05 is a CFP and
the manager of fi nancial services for
Prudential located in Syracuse.
Ryan Coate ’05 was named general
manager of both the Conference and
Event Center Niagara Falls and Old
Falls Street, USA. He is charged with
the overall management, promotion
and operation of the facility. He is also
the newly-appointed chairperson of
the Downtown Niagara Falls Business
Association.
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“Never let your fears prevent you from pursuing your dreams.” SHEILA SCHOSTICK ’11
“If you fall down, get up, dust yourself off and keep on keepin’ on.” STEVE MORGAN ’02
“Make connections! Keep in touch with current classmates. Keep ties with former coworkers. Attend business networking events. The connections you make today will have a big impact on your life in fi ve years.” BRAD SMITH ’06
“Make mistakes, it’s ok. But don’t dwell on them, learn from them. Believe in yourself and your future!” RENEE FIEGEL ’11 ’12
“Keep an open mind, especially to my future veterinary technicians out there. Keep an open mind when you are going on an interview. Perseverance pays off ! Make connections! And most of all, don’t forget what you have learned at Medaille. Medaille will always be your home; you are always welcomed. It is the family at Medaille that will help you when you need it, even if you just want to visit. Congratulations to the class of 2012, you will do great things and you will go far with the determination you possess.” JESSICA FRYSZ ’11
“Be persistent. Don’t sit back and wait for that phone call or email, get out there and show your face. Keep reminding them that you’re there!” JOHN PALMIERI ’10
“Stay positive - in the end everything will work out.” MICHELLE SPENCER ’11
“If you don’t get the job you’re after don’t be afraid to roll up your sleeves, get dirty, and push through the trenches of entry level. You might fi nd out that the job you were after is not what you really wanted to do.” LLOYD RUFFLE ’06 ’11
“Your job should be doing something you want to do, one that you love. If you know yourself, then you’ll remain focused. Never give up. And never forget Medaille College.” BILL SNYDER ’84
“Always keep a positive attitude no matter how bad things may look; you can turn it around with positive energy from a positive attitude…it works every time.” DEBORAH TERZIAN ’07
“Remember anything is possible and you know you can do anything if you put your mind to it. Whether you are continuing your education after graduation or utilizing your degree to get into your career of choice, stay focused on your goals because you can reach them. If you face barriers to your goals, do not give up as there is a reason for that ... anything is attainable as long as you remain positive and focus on your hopes, wishes and goals. Congratulations on your degrees and best wishes in your future endeavors!” SARA GATES ‘03 ’06
“One word of advice: Never let anyone sign your checks!” ERIC SCHMITZ ’09
“While success can be invigorating, failure is often the best teacher. It means you took a risk, acted on it and made a decision to move forward. Use everything you have learned, plus the experiences you brought with you and confi dently take a risk. My favorite line to my R&D group and engineers when confi dent in their work — but not sure about a new product — is ‘Let’s expose it to the risk of being sold.’ Because if we don’t, we have no chance at success or failure.” PAUL KRUPA ’00 ’05
For the winter/spring 2012-13 issue of the Medaille Magazine, share your favorite hangout — on campus or off — while you were a student at Medaille. Responses can be posted to our Facebook page, emailed to [email protected] or mailed to: Medaille College Alumni Association, 18 Agassiz Circle, Buff alo, NY 14214.
Q What advice would you share with Medaille’s graduating class of 2012?
2000s Daniel Francken
’05 was promoted
to unit leader of
the foreclosure
department at Bank
of America. Francken
has been with the
company for 14
years and is now in his third year as the
education and youth focus group lead
offi cer and chairperson for the bank’s
community volunteers.
Lavon Stephens ’05 ’07 joined the
Workforce Development Consortium, Inc.
as the administrative director.
Candace Hill ’06
welcomed son Amar’e
Elijah in June 2011.
Deidre Whiteside
’06 was appointed
vice president of
the Western New
York Chapter of the
National Black MBA Association.
Letreonia (Rice) Whitfi eld ’06 ’09 and
husband, Tremaine, welcomed son Micah
into the world in August 2011.
Jonathan Gill ’07
and wife, Suzanne,
adopted their
daughter, Madigan
Elliot in May. Gill
recently joined the
Exigence Group of
TeamHealth as the
marketing manager.
Michelle Sears ’07 and Richard Metz are
happy to announce their engagement.
The couple plan to marry in September
2012. Sears is a merchandiser in marketing
at Emedco, Inc. in Williamsville.
Nicole Gawel ’08 is the development
assistant at Friends of the Night People.
Shannon O’Brien ’08 was named
assistant commissioner of sports
information and senior woman
administrator at Commonwealth Cost
Conference in Mass.
Colby Rehrauer ’08 and Brittany Draudt
are happy to announce their engagement.
Rehrauer is a sixth grade teacher at
Pioneer Central School.
Kristyn Ramsey ’09 earned a master of
science degree in counseling and human
services from Canisius College in May 2012.
Janessa Vandergriff ’09 joined
Becker College in Boston, Mass. as an
admissions counselor.
38 I Medaille Magazine I medaille.edu Summer/Fall 2012
2000s James Witherow ’09 ’11 joined Bryant &
Stratton College’s online division.
Patricia Doyle ’10 received the Instructor of
the Semester Award at Genesee Community
College for the spring 2012 semester. Doyle
teaches algebra and trigonometry at GCC’s
Albion Campus Center.
Alicia Greenidge ’10 was promoted to
branch manager at Sovereign Bank.
Kendell McFayden ’10 joined Buff alo
Mayor Byron W. Brown, Dr. Michael Cropp,
president and chief executive offi cer of
Independent Health, and other dignitaries
in May to announce a grant from the U.S.
Soccer Foundation. The grant provides
after-school soccer for 800 Buff alo school
children through the Soccer for Success
program. McFayden was an All-American
when he played for Medaille.
Brian Yanni ’10 recently launched Lake FX
Energy, an energy supplement.
Robert Emblidge ’11 and Kara
Wyzykiewicz ’11 are happy to announce
their engagement.
Jessica Frysz ’11 joined the Banfi eld
Pet Hospital of Amherst as a veterinary
technician.
Jordan Gracie ’11 joined the sales
department at Adjusters International.
Matt Mackiewicz ‘11 is a distributor for
Market America. He began this business
venture in April 2012. He is also an
inspection technician at Moog, Inc.
Jason Pardi ’11 joined Superior Plus
Energy Services in Rochester as the retail
credit supervisor.
Joseph Pawlak ’11 and Gabriella Ferri are
happy to announce their engagement.
The couple is planning a spring 2013
wedding. Pawlak is a graduate student
at Medaille working toward his degree in
organizational leadership.
Sommer O’Donnell ’12 joined the Bee
Group Newspapers as a classifi ed
advertising consultant.
Extended Class NotesBusiness First’s 2012 List of Infl uential Western New Yorkers includes prominent Medaille alums: Amber Dixon ’90, recent interim
superintendent of Buff alo Public Schools; Mary Jean Jakubowski ’88, director of the Buff alo & Eric County Public Library System;
Darius Pridgen ’07, member of Medaille’s board of trustees and Ellicott District Common Council Member; and Robby Takac ’86,
member of Medaille’s board of trustees, owner of Chameleon West Studios and guitarist for the Goo Goo Dolls.
Tanisha (Stephens) Mackin ’01 wrote Still Standing after the passing of her late husband, Danyell Mackin, who was killed in 2010 in
an act of violence. Additionally, she started The Mackin Project, which assists families who have lost a spouse, child or parent to
violence. Currently, the project helps families by covering the cost of the obituary, and hopes to build the project to help cover a
portion of the funeral costs. More information about the book and the project can be found by visiting www.stillstanding.me.
Summer/Fall 2012 medaille.edu I Medaille Magazine I 39
Volunteer Your Time and Talent to the Alumni AssociationA great college doesn’t just happen; it is strengthened with the support of its alumni. Nothing speaks more highly for a college than an engaged and successful alumni base that shares their time and talent. Whether you serve as an ambassador, speak at a career workshop or join an alumni committee, you walk away feeling proud.
As a volunteer with the Medaille College Alumni Association, you can give your time, talent and treasure however you choose. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the Alumni Offi ce at [email protected] or (716) 880-2315 or complete the volunteer form online at www.medaille.edu/volunteer. If you have a suggestion for another way you would like to be involved that is not listed below or online, please contact us.
“... It’s a great way to give back. I feel it’s important to show alumni that Medaille is still interested in their success after they have graduated.”ERIC RICHARDSON ’11, Young Alumni Committee
Get Involved!Promote the Mission• Tell friends and family about Medaille.• Submit Class Notes for the Medaille Magazine.• Nominate Medaille alumni and faculty for the Fr. Medaille Award for Service & Citizenship, which is awarded annually.Mentor & Network• Help students and graduates develop professional connections.• Share meaningful and resourceful articles and publications in our LinkedIn group.• Share your career experience as a class or event speaker.
• Be a career advisor for current students and other alumni.• Serve as a presenter during career workshops and seminars on campus.• Resume review. Experience in human resources is required.Programming• Take the lead in organizing or helping to promote a special gathering for a student group.• Help the alumni offi ce coordinate with specifi c affi nity groups and clubs and engage alumni with similar interests.• Help staff at alumni events as a greeter and/or registration assistant.• Volunteer at Commencement• Participate in Senior WeekBoards/Committees• Alumni Association Board of Directors• Amherst Alumni Committee• Buff alo Alumni Committee• Rochester Alumni Committee• Young Alumni CommitteeAdmissions (SAGE)• Speak at information sessions.• Host and/or attend a recruitment fair at your business, church or organization.• Welcome students to SAGE programs and speak to incoming cohorts at orientation.• Attend undergraduate open houses and serve as an alumni ambassador at the alumni table.
“I volunteer and give my time to the Alumni Association because I had such a great experience while earning my MBA at Medaille. I want to continue to be a part of the school’s success and growth into the future.” JASON A. PARDI ’11, Rochester Alumni Committee
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Graduate DegreesMaster of Arts Marriage and Family Therapy Mental Health Counseling Psychology Organizational LeadershipMaster of Science in Education Elementary Education Secondary/Adolescent Education Canadian Teacher Education Program Literacy Students with DisabilitiesDoctorate Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
Online DegreesBachelor of Business Administration in Information SystemsBachelor of Professional Studies in Health Information AdministrationBachelor of Science in Homeland Security
Accelerated Learning Program(Amherst and Rochester Campuses)Associate of Science in Business (evening)Bachelor of Science in Education (Rochester Campus, evening)Bachelor of Business Administration (day and evening)
Master of Business Administration (evening)Master of Organizational Leadership (evening)
Certifi cation ProgramsAdvanced Certifi cate in Marriage and Family TherapyMental Health Counseling (Advanced Certifi cate)Post-Master’s Certifi cation in LiteracyPost-Master’s Certifi cation in Students with Disabilities
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Medaille’s School of Adult and Graduate Education off ers evening, weekend and online programs.