horizonsWinter 2020 The Magazine of SUNY Delhi

Taking the Industry

by Storm

President’s Welcome

Dear friends,

As we enter the year 2020, I’m excited for everything the new decade has in store

for SUNY Delhi. The world keeps changing, and we change right along with it.

Our institution’s history has proven that SUNY Delhi is consistently able to evolve

and adapt to the developments and demands of the world around us. We remain

secure in our position as a leading instructional institution, offering extraordinarily

relevant degrees to prepare our students for successful lives and careers.

In this issue of Horizons, you’ll meet Brooke LaTourette, a talented young

soon-to-be graduate who is in high demand in the job market because of her

cutting-edge education from SUNY Delhi. You’ll learn about the innovative

new programs we’ve created to meet industry needs. You’ll also read about

alumni that make us proud.

As the world changes, you can count on the core values of a SUNY Delhi

education staying the same. We are a community that works, learns, and grows

together, determined to use all the tools at our disposal to transform our

students’ lives.

Thank you for staying connected and engaged with your Alma Mater. As

graduates, you are a critically important part of our college community. We

value you and hope SUNY Delhi always feels like home.

Dr. Michael R. Laliberte

President, SUNY Delhi

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Temple Grandin Inspires at SUNY Delhi

In November, the campus community enjoyed a special visit by world-renowned animal behavior expert, autism spokesperson, and author Dr. Temple Grandin. Her extraordinary life and insights as an ‘autistic savant’ have made a lasting impact on how both autism and animal behavior are understood today.

At Delhi, Grandin talked to a full audience about her unique perspective into veterinary science, drawing parallels between the sensory-based way that both animals and individuals with autism think. Because of their difficulty deciphering vagueness and subtlety, Grandin stressed the importance of clear and specific communication as well as more rigid training on life skills and manners. She also talked about the unique strengths of the autistic mind such as its tremendous capacity to store information.

Grandin had an opportunity to tour Delhi’s veterinary science facilities and see the department’s new canine simulator, ultrasound machine, and dental x-ray machine. Grandin was pleased to hear that Delhi uses fear-free treatment methods with animals, remarking that the way medical tools are used is as important as the equipment itself.

Grandin’s message resonated deeply with veterinary technology major Cory Palmer who shares not only Grandin’s passion for animals but the experience of growing up on the autism spectrum.

“Seeing Grandin has been the highest point of my college career so far,” Palmer said. “After a stressful semester, it gives me so much confidence to see someone who has gone through similar experiences.”

School of Nursing Recognized as Center of Excellence

SUNY Delhi’s School of Nursing has earned the designation of 2019–2023 Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing (NLN). With this prestigious honor, Delhi joins an elite group of institutions that also includes Duke University School of Nursing and Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing.

According to NLN, Centers of Excellence help raise the bar for all nursing programs by role modeling visionary leadership and environments of inclusive excellence.

“Receiving the designation of Center of Excellence is an honor that reflects our vision of being a frontrunner in delivering outstanding, cutting-edge nursing education for today’s health-care industry needs,” said Dr. Susan Deane, Dean of the School of Nursing at SUNY Delhi. “Thanks to the tremendous efforts of our faculty and staff who collectively create and support innovative learning environments, our nursing students are exceptionally well-equipped to enjoy successful careers as healthcare providers, educators, and leaders in a global and diverse society.”

With a dynamic blend of theory and hands-on lab work and practicums, SUNY Delhi’s holistic approach to nursing is highly ranked among nursing programs at both state and national levels. Small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalized support services further promote student success.

Brooke LaTourette: Taking the Industry by Storm

Brooke LaTourette comes from a family of SUNY Delhi graduates. “My parents, a couple of my siblings, uncles, and many other relatives went to Delhi for different majors. I’m proud to be part of that tradition.”

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When automation industry employers look for the perfect hire, they expect great technical aptitude, a tremendous work ethic, and an ability to adapt to situations on the fly. They want a natural leader and a jack of all trades. They want someone just like SUNY Delhi student Brooke LaTourette.

Brooke LaTourette, 21, is set to graduate from SUNY Delhi’s mechatronics bachelor’s program in May 2020. Right out of the gate, she is taking the industry by storm. When MDI Multi-Dimensional Integration, an automation services giant based in Shrewsbury, PA, took a chance on hiring their first-ever intern from a SUNY school to work alongside engineering students from big universities, they were amazed by her job-ready skills and professionalism.

“Brooke was definitely one of our top interns from that batch,” says Kevin Morabito, business developer and LaTourette’s internship coordinator at MDI. “She really impressed us with her abilities and analytical mindset. She is excellent with our customers.”

With so much potential to tap into, LaTourette was given the lead role on a project and a permanent position at MDI upon graduation – a job that will include frequent travel to client sites around the country.

LaTourette is humble and modest about her quick advancement in the automation field. The youngest of five children, the Downsville, NY, native followed her passion for robotics and enrolled in the mechatronics program after spending a day shadowing Professor Michael Miller, one of the founders and biggest champions of the program, at Delhi.

“It looked like the perfect blend of design and hands-on experience with technology,” LaTourette says. “Coming from a somewhat challenging, small-town background, I wanted a degree that would get me a well-paying job and a stable, independent life. Delhi has helped me achieve that.”

Miller says that LaTourette was a top student from the beginning—a perfect storm of natural ability and drive.

“While Brooke is an outstanding student, all our students graduate with one or multiple job offers on the table,” Miller points out. “We teach a combination of engineering and technical skills that makes our students highly employable.”

“Delhi taught me everything I needed to be successful,” LaTourette affirms. “Going into employment, I didn’t have to be handheld or have things explained to me. I was able to approach each situation with the information given and run with it.”

LaTourette is happy that more women are entering the industry.

“We’re good at our jobs. Having a better gender balance brings different views and strengths to the job,” she says. “I’ve never had issues being treated differently as a female, but I think the industry needs more of us.”

What is Mechatronics? Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field that melds all major technological disciplines including mechanical, electrical, technical controls, automation, and computer systems. The field has applications in every industry.

“Mechatronics is innovative automation,” says Professor Michael Miller. “We take a concept from design to fabrication, testing, implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance—everything from soup to nuts. When a piece of equipment malfunctions, a company loses a lot of money. Our students are trained for a wide skill set and know how to fix problems.”

Delhi’s mechatronics program was the first in New York State and the first 4-year technologist degree in the country. It was born out of an industry need to hire employees with a versatile skill set instead of a single area of competency.

According to the Manufacturing Institute, there will be 4.6 million skilled manufacturing jobs to fill between 2018 and 2028. Due to a skills shortage, more than half will lie vacant.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHTKRISTINE “SQUITIERI” FITZPATRICK ’88

Major: Hotel and Restaurant Management

Professional position: Account Manager at C.H. Robinson Logistic Services

Residence: Long Island, NY; proud mother of Peter and Wade Fitzpatrick

About Kristine: Kristine began her educational journey at SUNY Delhi in 1985. She excelled in track and field and was an inaugural member of SUNY Delhi Athletics Hall of Fame. Kristine was then recruited by St. John’s University with a full athletic scholarship. She earned a bache-lor’s degree and became one of the most accomplished track and field athletes in the University’s history.

In 2010, Kristine founded the League of YES, an organization focused on creating opportunities for people of all ages who have disabilities to experience the joy and benefits of the game of baseball—our national pastime. Through play, the League of YES helps players to become involved in their communities, build self-esteem, and develop skills while experiencing new friendships.

In 2019, Kristine received the One in a Million Award by Marcum Workplace and the Humanitarian of the Year Award from the Dennis Bligen Kidney Foundation.

Words to live by: What good have I done today? – Ben Franklin

How my Delhi education benefited me: In so many ways, acclimating from teenager to young adult is not always an easy process. The professors and staff at SUNY Delhi made the transition easy. Everyone was very helpful in guiding you in the right direction. The first year of college can feel like being a deer in headlights. My life took a turn in the right direction because the people at SUNY Delhi that saw more potential in me than I saw in myself at that time.

Why I stay connected with Delhi today: The college will always be like family to me. I made amazing connections and lifelong friends.

Favorite course/Delhi memory: My favorite course was the management class. We had to plan a banquet from start to finish: pick the menu, order the food, hire the staff, and decide the location. I had my project at the local nursing home. It was Halloween and we dressed up in costumes and served our clients an amazing lunch. That was a very proud moment, and I enjoyed seeing the smiles and gratitude on the seniors’ faces.

Advice for today’s students: Take advantage of every bit of learning whileyou are at SUNY Delhi. Get involved on campus as much as possible as these will be your first steps in networking that will last a lifetime.

Programs Grow to Meet Industry Needs SUNY Delhi introduced new academic majors and tracks last fall in response to industry needs and developments. Added this year were an associate degree in Electrical Construction and Utility Operations, a bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, and new tracks for the bachelor’s degree programs in Business and Technology Management.

SUNY Delhi is committed to providing students with the most up-to-date and relevant educational experience possible. “Through our extensive network of industry connections, alumni, and advisory boards, we closely follow industry trends and demands and strive to create cutting-edge curricula with strong hands-on components. Our students graduate with the versatile knowledge and skills that employers are looking for,” said College President Michael Laliberte.

Additionally, the Veterinary Science department at SUNY Delhi has signed an articulation agreement with the Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts. With this agreement, graduates of SUNY Delhi’s Veterinary Technology bachelor’s program who meet pre-requisite requirements with a GPA of 3.2 or higher will be able to transfer seamlessly to Ross University and pursue careers as veterinarians. “This is an excellent option for our bachelor’s program graduates who want to continue their studies all the way to vet school,” said Dr. Bret Meckel, Dean of the School of Veterinary and Applied Sciences at SUNY Delhi. “Ross University’s DVM program offers a versatile, hands-on education that pairs well with the experiential learning offered at Delhi.”

Utility operations students showcase their skills at the annual Linesmen Rodeo event.

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John Hobika ’88

Nancy Heimbuecher ’04 shares advice with Ryan James ’20.

John Doerrier ’79

Students and Alumni Connect on Campus

Kennedy Lounge in Alumni Hall served as the setting for the Fall 2019 SUNY Delhi Student- Alumni Networking Night on October 3rd.

Twenty-one students joined College President Michael Laliberte and other campus leaders to engage with successful SUNY Delhi alumni to hear about their experiences going from students to top level managers, executives, and leaders in their professional lives. The event, sponsored by the SUNY Delhi Alumni Association, was designed to give students the confidence and skills to jumpstart their careers by beginning to build their professional networks. While the setting was warm and welcoming, it was the alumni presence and participation that made the evening such a success.

Alumni attendees spanned class years from 1966 to 2013, and represented small and large companies from both the public and private sectors. SUNY Delhi and the SUNY Delhi Alumni Association gratefully recognize this fall’s alumni participants: Amy Brown ’03, Gary Crisalli ’80, John Doerrier ’79, Nancy Heimbuecher ’04, John Hobika, Jr. ’88, Subhash Modasra ’13, Paul Moyer ’66, and Frank Russo ’85.

Upcoming Alumni Events

Catch up with fellow alumni, celebrate Delhi traditions and make personal and

professional connections with Delhi graduates from around the country.

For the most current event information, please visit

www.delhi.edu/alumni/eventsor contact the Alumni Office

at 607-746-4600

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RECAP

Our October 2019 Homecoming was a blast! Sunny skies made for beautiful weather to walk around campus, catch up with friends, and see all that is new at SUNY Delhi. Alumni were able to get a first look at Bluestone, the new pub and restaurant at the College Golf Course at Delhi, talk about Woodstock, get travel tips, watch cooking demonstrations, learn about craft beer, and celebrate the 2019 Alumni Association Award winners. Thank you to the hundreds of guests, alumni, family, and friends who joined us for a beautiful weekend in Delhi. Homecoming 2020 is sure to be even bigger and brighter!

ALUMNI AWARD WINNERS SUNY Delhi’s Alumni Association proudly recognizes four outstanding alumni for success in their chosen fields and for exemplary service and support of the college. The 2019 Alumnus/Alumna of Merit awards were presented to Subhash Modasra ’13 (Hotel and Resort Management), John Nolis ’16 (Mechatronics), and Tina Molé ’93 (Business Administration). SUNY Delhi Professor Alan Franks ’74 (Animal and Plant Sciences) received the Exemplary Service Award. “SUNY Delhi is fortunate to have a powerful network of more than 30,000 alumni who accomplish amazing things and are leaders in their fields and communities,” said Michael Sullivan, Vice President for College Advancement at SUNY Delhi. “The recipients of this year’s alumni awards are an inspiration to us all and something our current students can look up to and learn from.”

Alumni Association Awardees Subhash Modasra ’13, Tina Molé ’93, John Nolis’16, and Professor Alan Franks ’74.

Alumni from across the county reconnected following the Harvest Dinner

Valerie Campbell ’74, Barbara E. Jones–Vice President Emeritus, Edith Bermudez ’08, Marty Greenfield–Director Student Life (retired), and Rosly Guerrero Davis ’08 at the Homecoming welcome reception.

Save the Date

homecoming

2020

Sept. 18–20

New this yearCar Show

Alumni Golf Tournament

Men’s & Women’s Homecoming Soccer Games

Downtown Harvest Fest

& much more!

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2019Athletic Hall of Fame Welcomes New ClassSUNY Delhi held its 2019 Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, November 16. This year’s inductees were Shanay Bradley ’10 (basketball), Christopher Mason ’09 (cross country), and Anibal Nieves ’86 (wrestling). The three standout athletes were recognized at a brunch and reception at the Bluestone at the College Golf Course.

The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes student athletes, coaches, faculty, staff, and friends who have brought distinction, excellence, or success to SUNY Delhi Athletics.

For more on SUNY Delhi Athletics, and for information on the Athletics Hall of Fame, visit www.delhibroncos.com.

Hall of Fame Inductees Shanay Bradley ’10, Christopher Mason ’09, and Anibal Nieves ’86.

Athletics Fall Review: Broncos Shine with More Than 100 Awards!

SUNY Delhi’s athletics had a memorable Fall semester filled with many new accomplishments and unforgettable moments. The Broncos excelled in each of the eight fall programs: men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s tennis, and women’s volleyball.

Men’s and women’s cross country and men’s golf were named North Atlantic Conference (NAC) champions, then followed with top performances at the United State Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Championships. Men’s cross country won their fourth consecutive USCAA national title, while the men’s golf team finished second and women’s cross country third. Men’s and women’s soccer and women’s volleyball qualified for the NAC Tournament in their first seasons as conference members.

The athletic department recognized all its fall athletics awards recipients in a special ceremony. The Broncos’ fall student-athletes were responsible for more than 100 awards based upon athletic, academic, and sportsmanship achievements. SUNY Delhi President Dr. Michael R. Laliberte, Vice President for Student Life Dr. Tomás Aguirre, and Director of Athletics Bob Backus were on hand to recognize the recipients.

Midfielder Alexa Acaglione ’22 battles for the ball.

Seth Bywater ’23 and Abshir Yerow ’20, members of the Men’s cross country championship team.

Juan Velez ’22 (left) celebrates with Denzel Monexant ’23 following a goal.

For the latest Broncos News, visit

www.delhibroncos.com

at the College Golf Course at Delhi

A New Home for Applied Learning

Bluestone, SUNY Delhi’s brand new, multi-million dollar progressive learning lab opened to students and the public in the fall of 2019. Located at the College Golf Course at Delhi, Bluestone features a pub, restaurant, banquet facility, and state-of-the-art kitchen. At Bluestone, students, faculty and Certified Executive Chefs work side by side to develop hands-on skills in every aspect of restaurant operation and event management. The facility has quickly become a tremendous resource to students studying Culinary Arts, Hotel & Restaurant Management, and Event Management and other programs at Delhi.

The new facility will be open year-round, joins the College Golf Course as one of SUNY Delhi’s valuable learning laboratories. Bluestone was made possible through the collaborative efforts of SUNY Delhi, the College Association at Delhi (CADI), and the College Foundation.

CLASSNOTES

1953 William J. Misnick and his wife Gloria Baz Misnick have retired. William worked as a plant engineer for Ingersoll Rand, Dresser Rand, and Siemens Corporation. This summer, William and Gloria will be celebrating 63 years of marriage!

1960

David Stensland and his wife Ruth visited SUNY Delhi last summer from their home in Monroeville, IN, on July 29. Dave brought along his classmates, Tony Ottomano ’61 and Don Jesuele. The three men all hail from Teaneck, NJ, and attended Delhi at the same time. Don’s wife, Pam, and sister, Nancy Hazelgrove, also enjoyed the tour given by summer intern and nursing student Aneisha Pierre.

1962 Douglas Okun was recently featured in a retrospective, showing selected works from his collection of paintings and sculptures as well as his architectural projects. Douglas is Principal of Douglas Okun & Associates, located in Cambridge, MA. He has done residential and commercial projects throughout the Greater Boston area for over 40 years, including multiple projects for Harvard University. His work has been featured in Boston Magazine and Better Homes & Gardens. Douglas received an Honorary Doctorate from SUNY Delhi in 2010.

Veterinary Technology alumni who studied together in the late 1970s got together for a reunion in Harpswell, ME, at Dr. Susan Matteson’s beautiful home. Left to right: Barb Nichols ’78, Dr. Luba Drouin ’80, Dr. Susan Matteson. ’80, Karen Shuptar ’80, Francine Boxer Sklar ’79, and Kathy Corcoran ’80.

1971 Jim McClow retired last year after 32 years as Head Wrestling Coach at Waverly High School in Waverly, NY. For fifteen of those years, he also served as Director of Athletics at Waverly. In recognition of Jim’s many efforts and accomplishments in athletics, Jim was named Section IV Coach of the Year seven times and New York State Wrestling Coach of the Year twice. He was elected to the National Junior College Athletic Association Hall of Fame in 1985, and to the Waverly High School Hall of Fame in 1999. He was given the Lifetime Service Award by The New York State Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Jim and his wife Cindy own and operate McCloe’s Storage business in Waverly. In 2005 Jim obtained his recreational pilot’s license.

1977 Dave Hamilton was recently appointed Director of Business Development at MMI Hotel Group. Before that, Dave served as Senior Vice President and company principal for Signature Worldwide, working with the world’s most respected hotel brands and gaining a wealth of hospitality knowledge. Dave is also a prominent industry speaker and educator.

Joel Feigenheimer has worked in the hospitality industry for 40 years. He is a nationwide restaurant and food service expert witness, specializing in contract issues, food service management, liquor liability/dram shop, slip and fall, and other restaurant related issues. In 2010, Joel founded realEats.org, a resource for sustain-able restaurant foods. He earned a Ph.D. from Northcentral University in 2017 and teaches at Florida International University.

Paul Newcomer was inducted into the Wayne Area Sports Hall of Fame. Paul Newcomer was a star wrestler at Paupack in the 1970s. He continued his mat career at SUNY Delhi where his teams won a record 92 straight dual meets. Paul has been active locally for many years as a volunteer coach for football, baseball, and wrestling.

1982 Robert George has his own design and architecture company, Robert George Design Group, in Red Hook, NY. He recently ran for a seat on the Town Board. Robert has a teenaged daughter, Lilly.

1986 Mike Robinson has joined the Board of Directors of Xavier Society for the Blind. His interest in working with the blind stems from his own personal journey as a legally blind individual. In his work, Mike educates the public about blindness, striving to empower all blind persons with the tools and attitudes necessary to live life fully. Mike has been married to his wife Angie for 30 years and they have two sons together.

1987 David McKean has been appointed Executive Vice President of Business Development at Truck-Lite Co. David began his career with General Motors in 1983, and most recently served as executive director of global purchasing and supply chain before leaving the company in 2013. He later served as Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer at Navistar. Dave brings more than 35 years of expertise in the transportation industry to Truck-Lite, where he will be responsible for the development and maintenance of strategic partnerships for the Road Ready business division.

1999 Gina DaBiere-Gibbs has been the Director of Tourism at Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce for the past seven years. Her work includes managing the tourism program for the county as delineated by I Love New York guidelines and coordinating advertising campaigns and budgets.

2000 After completing her LPN degree from SUNY Delhi, Debra Turner earned her RN degree from Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing and her BSN degree from St. John Fisher College. She currently oversees Prime Medical in Geneva, Finger Lakes Medical Associates’ Geneva Internal Medicine Department, and FLMA’s Penn Yan Family Practice office.

Tim Clarke works at Tanto Irrigation in Elmsford, NY, as part of the management team. He previously worked at Wykagyl Country Club and spent 11 years at AugustaNational, specializing in irrigation.

2003 Paul Cornale was featured on PlanGrid’s list of “30 Construction Superintendents Who Are Changing the Industry.” The list credits him for being “a skilled veteran in the commercial and industrial construction

industry” with a “strong educational background.” Paul has over 20 years of experience working in HVAC services, including large, landmark projects in New York City such as 1 World Trade Center. Paul currently works for KSW Mechanical LLC.

2005 Matt Jaynes won the 2019 CNY PGA Championshipat Shenendoah Golf Club at Turning Stone Resort Casino last August. Matt, who finished fifth last year, said the win felt “surreal” and is going to take a little while to set in.

2007 Chris Winkler is the co-owner of Twisted Carrot, a new eco-friendly eatery in Plattsburgh, NY. The restaurant serves a diverse menu from buttermilk fried rabbit to cast iron seared Atlantic salmon and a bevy of signature cocktails. Sara Jo Barnes works at Gilbertsville- Mount Upton Central School District as an aide. Before that, She was a cook for tenyears. She is looking forward to spending more time with her children, baking and decorating cakes, and giving back to her former high school.

2009 Carolyn Cole works as a hospice and palliative nurse at Catskill Area Hospice & Palliative Care. She is also a community mental health nurse working for the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. She was awarded the Heroes Award by the American Federation of Teachers for her disaster relief efforts in hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico.

2010

Daniel Smith and Melissa Felix ’11 met in the Farrell Hall Cafeteria in spring of 2009. They dated for 10 years and married on the 10-year anniversary of the day they met. Melissa was a Travel and Tourism major and Daniel studied Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

Ali Hawthorn received her DVM from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and currently owns Highland Animal Hospital in Central Square, NY. Her passion lies in animal welfare and surgery, making sure that each patient is treated as her own. She loves spending time with her dogs Charlie, Chester, and Walter.

2011 Ben Boswell is married and has a daughter. He was promoted to project manager at AOW Associates, Inc., in Albany, NY.

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2012 Caleb Blass has been appointed to Golf Operations Professional at the Broadmoor Golf Club, a five-star resort in Colorado Springs, CO. He has completed four PGA certified programs in Golf Operations, General Management, Player Development, and Teaching and Coaching. He hopes to continue the programs to one day become a PGA Master Professional.

2014 Christian Davila is a superintendent at the Turner Construction Company.

Ryan Rosenthal joined Antinozzi Associates as an architectural designer. He has previously worked as an interior design CAD drafter for Baltimore Design Center and

as an architectural designer for Fletcher Thompson. Ryan lives in Danbury, CT.

2015 Stuart Francis works as a market researcher for BEX, an Arizona-based resource service for architecture, engineering, and construction industries. Stuart has a background in business intelligence and product management consulting. He recently earned an MBA from the University of Arizona.

CJ Macklin has been promoted to senior project manager at Santa Fe Stucco & Roofing in Santa Fe, NM. CJ joined the company in 2018 and previously worked at Brian McPartlon Roofing and Lowe’s.

Please send all correspondence and editorial items to the Alumni Office, SUNY Delhi, 454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY13753; via email alumni@delhi.edu; by telephone (607) 746-4600; or online at

www.alumni.edu/alumni.

2017 Congratulations to Dominic Cerasaro and Gabrielle Caroompas Cerasaro, both Delhi ’17 graduates, who were married last September! Dominic also recently got a job as head chef at Fin & Fino in Charlotte, NC.

Lloyd Parkmond III plays basketball professionally for Syracuse Stallions. Founded in 2018, the Stallions participate in the American Basketball Association. Last year, Lloyd averaged around 10 points and 6 rebounds per game. The team advanced to the ABA National Elite 8 in St. Louis, MO.

2019 Tyler Gentile is working as an assistant project manager for LeChase Construction Services, LLC. in Armonk, NY. He helps manage, develop, maintain, and oversee all functions of assigned projects from preconstruction to post-construction. Tyler has ten years of construction experience.

In MemoriamSUNY Delhi notes, with sorrow, the deaths of the following alumni, faculty, and staff.

Virginia Bramley Jakszewski ’40 Clara Andreasen Walker ’41 Elizabeth Bibik Eaton ’45 John Manilla ’49 Awanda Aldrich Olmstead ’50 Augusta MacDonald Frisbee ’51 Douglas Noble ’64 Peter Wilson ’64 Theodore Suskewicz ’65 Wade Utter ’66 Joseph Novak ’68 Fredrick Lanzi ’69 Deborah Donley Erdle ’71 Terry Clancy ’74 Brian Petraske ’74 Doreen Byrns ’75 Michael Drozinski ’75 Donald Smith ’70 Diane Beresford-Hutchinson ’78 Russell Klinger ’79 Ann Niles Hanni Peterson ’80 Terence Rogers ’82 Edward Cocco ’84 Jeffrey Benson ’11 Wade Leonard ’94 Keona Lee Crawford ’00 Connie Stevenson ’15

Faculty and StaffJohn Ford, Food Service ManagerKenneth Ogborn, Plant Utilities Engineer

Sylvia Olive, Golf Course Pro ShopJames Sheff, Senior Business Management AssistantStuart Randall Vanderhurst, Associate Professor of Veterinary ScienceCarol Uhlig, Calculations Clerk and CSEA President

Notices of deaths must be accompanied by a copy of an obituary or memorial card. Send to: Alumni Office, SUNY Delhi, 454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY 13753; email alumni@delhi.edu.

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NEW! ALUMNI UPDATE

SUNY Delhi graduates accomplish amazing things. A Class Note is the perfect way to let your classmates and the SUNY Delhi community know about your achievements and the milestones you’ve reached.

Content for Class Notes may include graduations, new jobs, promotions, alumni gatherings, weddings, births, adoptions, travels, retirement, and other newsworthy happenings.

Submit your Class Notes by visiting www.delhi.edu/alumni/update or by email at alumni@delhi.edu

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Delhi Horizons is funded by the SUNY Delhi Alumni Association and published for alumni and friends of SUNY Delhi by the Office of College Advancement.

Dr. Michael R. Laliberte, President

Michael T. Sullivan, Vice President for College Advancement

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SUNY Delhi Day at Yankee StadiumSaturday, July 11, 2020

Join us at Yankee Stadium on Saturday,

July 11th, as the Yankees take on the Texas

Rangers! All members of the SUNY Delhi

community are invited to attend.

The first 200 Delhi fans to purchase tickets

will receive a special New York Yankees hat

with the SUNY Delhi logo! For details on this

and other SUNY Delhi Alumni events, visit

www.delhi.edu/alumni/events