medaille college magazine summer-fall 2012

Summer/Fall 2012

The magazine of the Medaille College CommunityBUFFALO I AMHERST I ROCHESTER I ONLINE

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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

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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

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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.


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.


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


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

[email protected].

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.

The your name here ScholarshipThe your name here BuildingThe your name here LaboratoryThe your name here Professorship

www.medaille.edu


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


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



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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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


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


Dan Walker ’14

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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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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


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

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PHOTO BY SUMMER HANDZLIK ’08 ’12

Aaron Berger’11 ’12

Lisa Arnet ’11 ’12

Gary Williams

’11 ’12

James Martinez

’11 ’12


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

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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


Clinical Psychology:

change your mind.

By Tara Erwin


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.

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.


THE FUTURE OF LEARNING

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.



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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“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


HOME AGAIN

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



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.

RALPH WALDO EMERSON

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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.


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.


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


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. * +


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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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


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

[email protected].

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


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

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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

[email protected].

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.


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.


“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.


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.


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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