CCC to host Reunion 2010 Weekend

CORNING, July 27 -- The Corning Community College Alumni Association will host Reunion 2010 on Friday, Sept. 10 through Sunday, Sept. 12.

This year’s event will honor classes ending with “0” or “5,” although all alumni and friends are welcome. A special invitation is being extended to the class of 1960: CCC’s first graduating class, which will be celebrating its 50-year reunion. Gatherings will be offered for affinity groups, including student athletes and student leadership participants.

Activities will include decade gatherings at the Gaffer District’s Jazz and Harvest Festival on Market Street in Corning, two golf outings at Corning Country Club, a showing of Corning Community College: 50 Years, 50 Faces at the Palace Theatre, a Reflections Dinner and Alumni Awards, and a special musical performance by Nik Lite on the Spencer Hill Campus.

Those who place reservations by Aug. 1 will receive a discounted ticket price of $25 to the Reflections Dinner and Alumni Awards. After Aug. 1, the ticket price will increase to $35 per person. Participants need to register in order to take advantage of discounts at local hotels and a Passport to Savings for the Jazz & Harvest Festival.

For additional information or to make reservations, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (607) 962-9473 or by email at alumni@corning-cc.edu. A complete listing of events can be found at www.corning-cc.edu/alumni/alumni/reunion.php.

Business Planning Basics seminar set

CORNING, July 27 -- Corning Community College’s Small Business Development Center is offering a free seminar, Business Planning Basics: How to Start a Successful Business, on Wednesday, Aug. 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Prattsburgh Town Hall, 19 North Main St., Prattsburgh.

Sherri Arnold, director of CCC’s Small Business Development Center, and Brian Qualey, branch manager of the Small Business Administration, will discuss the necessary legal requirements to start a business, how to decide on a business structure, marketing, funding startup, and how to decide if a home-based business is right for you.

There is no charge for this seminar, but pre-registration is required by Aug. 16. For more information or to register, call (607) 937-6861 or e-mail sbdc@corning-cc.edu.

NuRsE DaVe: A Traumedy to debut

CORNING, July 27 -- Corning Community College student playwright/director Isaac Quattlebaum leads a cast of six students in a summer premiere of his new full-length play, NuRsE DaVe: A Traumedy, on Wednesday, Aug. 11 through Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010 at 8 p.m. in the Science Amphitheatre on the Spencer Hill Campus, 1 Academic Drive, Corning.

Tickets are $5. Reservations can be made by calling (607) 962-9448.

NuRsE DaVe is the second play by Quattlebaum to be produced by CCC’s Muse of Fire Theatre. His quirky “dramedy,” Fallen Angel, was presented at CCC in September 2009, and was a regional Associate entry in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival in January 2010.

Described as a “traumedy,” NuRsE DaVe follows the misadventures of a critical care nurse and his unconventional patients and associates. Edgy comic dialog and dark wit pepper this journey into the surreal world of Dave, as he grapples with trauma, anxiety, and disintegrating families, including his own.

Meet Nurse Dave: a guy on a crash-cart into trauma and comedy. In the Emergency Room of Serenity Medical Hospital, it’s only natural for chaos to ensue. Dysfunctional families, over-excited nursing students, and inconveniently placed staplers: for head RN Dave, this is business as usual.

But when the chaos starts to sink deeper into his personal life, and business becomes intensely personal, Dave’s control over it becomes more difficult. As several hilarious and tragic stories interlock around him, Dave is left wondering if he can heal the chaos at all, or whether he will get dragged to the center of it, kicking and screaming obscenities.

The cast is led by James Mitchell as “Dave,” and rounded out by Ashley Dominikoski, Trinidad Archuleta, Anna Wheaton, John Walmsley, Gary Yoggy, and Brittany Hauryski. Be advised that this production contains adult language and content.

For additional information, contact Mary Guzzy at (607) 962-9311.

Photo in text: James Mitchell as Nurse Dave (Photo provided)

Karen Brown is RAVE recipient

CORNING, July 5 -- The honor of being selected as Corning Community College’s 37th RAVE (Recognizing A Valuable Employee) Award recipient belongs to Karen Brown, director of Admissions.

The College community recognized Brown at a reception on May 5, where Donald Heins, vice president and dean of Student Development, acknowledged her many accomplishments since joining the College in 2003.

The RAVE Award recognizes employees who consistently do their jobs in an exceptional manner. The hallmarks that distinguish RAVE Award winners include a willingness to go beyond the scope or expectations of their job; accomplishments through cooperation, leadership, collaboration, relationships and partnerships; creating a positive workplace/learning environment; and exemplifying the College’s mission. Brown was nominated by Julie Gorman ’10, student trustee and student ambassador. According to Gorman, Brown exhibits these qualities and many more.

Brown puts in many hours to ensure things run smoothly at the school, making herself available to give encouragement, advice and quality personal attention to her employees. Gorman says that Brown is one of her favorite employees at CCC, and was proud to nominate her.

Brown received a $375 award, a personalized plaque, a RAVE lapel pin, a parking space “of honor”; a commemorative inscription on a plaque listing all past RAVE winners along with a photo displayed in a prominent public location; and a reception.

RAVE Committee Members include Cindy Jividen, chairperson; Vicki Hoover ’01, Dave Luckner ‘03; Sylvia Mattson ‘94; Crystal Dow; CW Turner; and Stacy Johnson.

Photo in text: Karen Brown (Photo provided)

Winant receives Chancellor's Award

CORNING, July 5 -- On April 6, 2010, State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher honored 228 college students from SUNY campuses throughout the state with the 2010 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. Connie Winant, a student at Corning Community College, was among this year’s honorees.

“The 228 students we honor have excelled academically and taken advantage of what SUNY has to offer outside the classroom,” said Chancellor Zimpher. “These students are proven leaders, athletes, artists, community servants and much more. Congratulations to all students receiving this award, and thank you all for your genuine dedication to student excellence.”

The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence was created 13 years ago to recognize students who have best demonstrated, and been recognized for, the integration of academic excellence with accomplishments in the areas of leadership, athletics, community service, creative and performing arts or career achievement. The average Grade Point Average (GPA) for all recipients this year is 3.8. In addition to grade-point average, students must have demonstrated significant contributions to their campus community.

Each year, campus presidents establish a selection committee, which reviews exemplary members of their college communities who are graduating. Nominees are then forwarded to the Chancellor’s Office and are subject to a second round of review. Finalists are recommended to the Chancellor to become recipients of the Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence.

Winant received three letters of recommendation from professors and advisors noting her participation on campus with the Student Association as Executive Board President and Secretary. Her many volunteer hours as Co-chair of the Muscular Dystrophy Casino Night and Chairperson of a motorcycle benefit ride supporting Cancer Services of Steuben County were also highlighted. Winant’s GPA of 3.75 also made her eligible to receive this award. In recognition of this prestigious award, Winant received a framed certificate and medallion, which is traditionally worn at commencement.

During Winant’s experiences at CCC, she earned a certificate in Service Worker Development (3.84 Program Honors with Distinction) in August 2008, an associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences: General Studies in May 2009, and an associate’s degree in Human Services with a 3.75 GPA in May 2010. In recognition of her academic achievements, Winant was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.

Photo in text: From left: Don Heins, CCC vice president and dean of Student Development, Connie Winant, and Dr, Nancy Zimpher, SUNY Chancellor (Photo provided)

Blodgett: Executive Assistant to President

CORNING, July 5 --Corning Community College has named Kristina Blodgett ('05 )as executive assistant to the President.

Blodgett holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Elmira College and an associate’s degree in General Studies from Corning Community College in 2005. She was formerly employed as a national account coordinator with Adecco Engineering and Technical while serving as an equal opportunity advisor with the Air National Guard. Blodgett can be reached at (607) 962-9492 or via email at kblodge1@corning-cc.edu.

Photo at right: Kristina Blodgett (Photo provided)

CCC unveils its Spring President's List

CORNING, July 5 -- Corning Community College has announced that the following students have been named to the President’s List for their outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2010 semester.

To be eligible for the President’s List, students must have a semester grade-point average of 3.75 or higher, 12 or more non-repeat hours of earned credit, no grade lower than C, and no incomplete grades.

Addison, NY
Sybil Bilby, Anthony Crawford, Kayla Farnham, Elena Hibbard, Ronald Jacobson, Ian Keith, Amelia McClellan, Michael Oberther, Raymond Taylor

Alpine, NY
Lisa Miller

Auburn, NY
Christopher Daloia

Avoca, NY
Kevin Coe Jr., Wendi Hammond, Tamie Tyler, Belinda Vogt

Batavia, NY
Anne Kleinbach

Bath, NY
Alexis Beebe, Katherine Bernier, Kira Bruce, Maria Carisetti, Megan Chrysler, Kyle Conley, Joe Hy, Karen Nealey, Brenda Pruden, Mary Shugars, Michelle Smalt, Erica Spencer, Geoffrey Wiseman, Jessica Wood, Xia Wu

Beaver Dams, NY
Bridget Austin, Liam Caldwell, Jaclyn Counadis, Sarah Finnefrock, Elaine Kennard, Rachelle Landolf, Denise Wead, Corey Whitney

Big Flats, NY
Brian Andrew, Michael Gough, Susan Stage-Derick

Bradford, NY
Shona Ort

Breesport, NY
Rochelle Bush, Timothy Coolbaugh, Anthony Palmieri

Campbell, NY
Ashley Grover, Melissa Hammond, Laura Knowles

Cayuta, NY
Holly Esposito, Jonathan Jerram

Chemung, NY
Erinne Short, Joseph Storms, James Wright

Corning, NY
Russel Anthony, Charity Barton, Susan Bayer, Kathleen Bell, Heather Clark, Mark Collins, Cassondra Coons, Olivia Cordova, Olivia Dates, Ryan Enoch, Abigail Ferenczy, Luke Ferenczy, Alicia Fisher, Alexandra Flynn, Jonathan Fritsch, Shawn Gillis, Kristen Griffiths, Jill Hall, Mary Hatch, Ginnie Hughes, Heather Hughes, Aaron Jackson, Cody Jann, Paul Johnson, Brenton Kapral, Erin Kent, Steven Kimble, Kayla Kitchin, Nicola Knickerbocker, Emmie Leininger, Joanne Lindquist, Christina Maciel, Sarwat Malik, Luckie Manwaring, Doris Maxwell, Marissa Mayo, Dawn McGregor, Corey Miller, Thomas Moses, Tracy Myers, Kyle Nichols, Emily Novak, Jillian Oppenheim, Rachael Overdurf, William Parker, Matthew Putt, Ian Quinn, Brianna Richardson, Carole Schultes, Janine Smith, Shannon Smith, Jeffrey Stott, An Tang, Kim Ure, Kelsie Vine, Megan Vonderlin, Gloria Webb, Marissa Weil, Shelby Wilson, Raymond Young, Shu Yuan

Dansville, NY
Timothy Patanella

Elmira, NY
Lynne Bennett, Stephanie Bixby, Michael Bock, Donna Brayton, Amy Brinthaupt, Brittany Cardamone, Gary Cecce, Phyllis Chichester, Anna Chopko, Deborah Clark, Robert Cole, Valerie Colunio, Brendon Cook, Jorell Cook, Andrew Coombe, Timothy Coon, Mary Ann Corbett, Matthew Corby, Susan Cosin, Danielle Demjen, Kristin DiPetta, Colleen Donahue, Philip Dowd, Nathaniel Eaton, Edward Fleming, Gail Frager, Louise Frizzell, Carol Garcia, Jennifer Gaskins, Kelly Grimins, Casey Howe, Douglas Humphries, Stacie Hutter, Aola Jackson, Melinda Jungklaus, James Ketcham, Debra Kinner, JoAnn Kuentz, Timothy Kujawski, Heather MacNeill, Heather Marley, Kayleigh Martin, Debra Maxwell, Bethany McConnell, Cody McConnell, Rachel Mendonca, Clarissa Miller, Meera Modi, Davida Moss, Meggan Nugent, Jeffrey O'Hara, Steven Ostrander, Catherine Peer-Squires, Tycora Plummer, Mary Potter, Timothy Potter II, Jennifer Prokopec, Jessica Randall, John Rine, Sarah Robbins, Brenda Roberson, David Schoeffler, Nancy Schoonover, Stephanie Schreiber, Sarah Sechrist, Derek Slife, Christine Smith-McCoy, Thea Sobkowski, Brittany Spencer, Natalie Stalis, Rick Stanton, Mary Storch, Paulette Sweet, Brandee Teer, Angela Templar, Rachel Thompson, Yvonne Thorneley, Sara Valent, JoAnn VanZile, Shanyn Viars, Colleen Walker, Karen Walker, Rebecca Walker, Joseph Wallitt, Matthew Welch, Christopher Wellington, Kathryn White, Lois White, Katrina Wood, Joy Yarkoni, Nicholas Young

Elmira Heights, NY
Rebecca Bean, Deborah Beschler, Tracy Erickson, Leeann Lawrence, Christine Leonard, Marlowe Lowe, Marissa Makowiec, Carrie Morgan, Bobbi Pylkas, John Stanley, Gary Warner

Erin, NY
Jon Horton, Kelly Long, Amy Miles, Jason Stanbro, Catherine Sutherlin, Cindy Whiddon

Hammondsport, NY
Sagrario Geisz, Vanessa Humphrey-Blanco, Austin Morlan, Erin Morris, Jenna Presley, Catrina Stella, Craig Young

Hector, NY
Kaylin Gallow

Hornell, NY
Brandon Beers

Horseheads, NY
Molly Aiello, Marissa Ameigh, Kristen Andryshak, Ralph Arnold, Stephanie Baker, Kierstyn Bennett, Rachael Burke, Naomi Burnett, Isaac Campbell, Kathy Carbaugh, Amanda Cooper, Richard Dassance, Xueyan Dillon, Beth Fleming, Iva Flewelling, Erin Foley, Sarah Howe, Robin Hrdina, Larry Hubbard, Sheri Hughey-Lesesne, Elizabeth Hulett, Gregory Kemp, James Kujawski, Cassandra Lewis, Samantha Lewis, Barbara Lord, Joy Malley, Colleen Miller, Trevor Miller, Christine Myers, Kim Narde, Brittany Orlousky, Crystal Parks, Jennifer Parks, Angela Radka, Anthony Rainey, Miranda Rice, Ryan Rice, Shayla Rog, Lisa Skorusa, Jessica Starbuck, Nicholas Starbuck, Deborah Stephens, Kelly Storch, Daniel Sullivan, Bryon Swartout, Karen Travis, Jennifer Treacy, August Troccia II, Kristen VonBevern, Harold Watkins, Mistie Young

Ithaca, NY
Andrew Jacobsen, Zachary Jones

Jasper, NY
Joel Owens, Whitney Prutsman, Douglas Stutzman

Lindley, NY
Ashleigh Bennett, Nicholas Neally, Mark Preston, Heather Rice, Jarad Smith, Nina Wheeler

Lockwood, NY
Lori Wido

Lowman, NY
Steven Grover

Millport, NY
Bonny Adams, Scot Colwell, Amy Trimber

Montour Falls, NY
Andrew Pike, Ryan Tuton

Moravia, NY
Sawyer Cronk

Nichols, NY
Whitney Reed

Odessa, NY
Frederick White

Painted Post, NY
Jared Bean, George Blackwelder, Amanda Cervoni, Pamela Dabich, Eurissa Daniels, Adriane Divens-Dutcher, Kelsey Flint-Martin, Anthony Gasparri, Anna Hoyler, Mary Keck, Hannah Little, Stephanie Manning, Heather Merrill, Shawn Nichols, Lucas Pitcher, Mary Potter, Cady Smith, Zachary Sonner, Melyssa Swett, Michelle Visconti, Leona Watson, Jay Winters, Jonathan Wizeman, Daniel Wyckoff

Penn Yan, NY
Bradley Conover

Pine City, NY
Courtney Bailey, Nicole Diehr, Brian Ewanyk, Collin Holloway, Joshua Jerzak, Sara Kauffman, Brittany Schiefen, Tao Spetseris, Helen Vanhorn

Pine Valley, NY
Jason Brown

Poughkeepsie, NY
George Finn

Prattsburgh, NY
Kathleen Farley, Elizabeth Sullivan

Rochester, NY
Brian Townsend

Savona, NY
Jesse Bulkley, Jessica Harrison, Sheila Hribar, Chelsey Seamans

Spencer, NY
Tanya Bunce, Peter Thornton

Syracuse, NY
Brion Wells

Trumansburg, NY
Carla Crandall

Van Etten, NY
Jason Muckey

Watkins Glen, NY
Misty Fassnacht, Gwen Geyer, Stephen Houseknecht, Jane Olafson

Waverly, NY
Rebecca Blodgett, Scott Brittain, Amy Eiklor, Monica Erle, Denise Miller, Jessica Truesdail

Wellsburg, NY
Jennifer Campbell, Brian Moore, Nathaniel Updike

Athens, PA
Matthew Cooper, Stacy Wolcott

Columbia Cross Roads, PA
Jamey Hoose

Elkland, PA
Kelly Blair

Lawrenceville, PA
Paula Harmon

Milan, PA
Stephanie Platt

Millerton, PA
Jamie Brant, Jessica Degarmo

Nelson, PA
Karen Hackett

Sayre, PA
Jose Carrasco, Eric Rava, Thomas Reeve

Towanda, PA
Amanda Ross

Troy, PA
Dale Bird

Wellsboro, PA
Theresa Matson

Westfield, PA
Emily Berdanier

CCC announces Spring Dean's List

CORNING, July 5 -- Corning Community College has announced that the following students have been named to the Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2010 semester.

To be eligible for Dean’s List, students must have a semester grade-point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher; 12 or more non-repeat hours of credit; no grade lower than C; and no incomplete grades.

For additional information about CCC, visit online at www.corning-cc.edu.

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Dylan Belliveau

Vista, CA
Casie Weaver

Geneseo, IL
Emily Horton

Addison, NY
Barbara Burdick, Shawn Carlson, Dennis Cunningham, Rachel Dunning, Casity Jeffers, Melissa Mattison, Ekaterina Pestekhina, Phil Shampine, Terri Shampine, Robert Teeter

Almond, NY
Deborah Fleischmann

Avoca, NY
Kayla Emo, Christy Schafer

Bath, NY
Jami Alderman, Danielle Beebe, Jason Bresee, Stacy Bresee, Timothy Buckley, Joshua Butler, Jessica Corbett, Andrew Cupp, Christopher Hedden, Jessica Jacquier, Matthew Jewell, Elizabeth Kelsey, Jonathan McDonald, Lori Swift

Beaver Dams, NY
Lacey Horton, Erica Sample, Harold Stark

Big Flats, NY
Jennifer Bixby, Meghan Lee, Yen Nhi Nguyen, Cody Spencer

Binghamton, NY
Samuel Sears

Burdett, NY
Stephanie Rappleye, Meghan Strang

Cameron, NY
Jesselea Spears

Campbell, NY
Cory Cheney, Brad Pruden, Emily Sheppard, Ashley Taft, Kaitlyn Thistle, Stephen Wightman, Clinton Wilhelm

Corning, NY
Nathan Atkinson, Jamie Ball, Tyler Billings, Amber Blodgett, Brent Butts, Julie Cady, Tiffany Card, Karen Cornelius, Nichole Cotter, Lisa Coy, Carly Cushing, Stephanie DeWert, Lorrie Dutcher, Elli Edelstein, Justin Elsey, Jennifer Ernhout, Loretta Ford, John Garrity, Nathan Good, Sarah Gridley, Jill Hammond, Heather Henchen, Marty Hess, Christine Hickox, Theron Humphrey, Sarah Illig, Brittany Jessup, Leesa Kio, Aimee Kirkendall, Karl Kotowski, Kristen Mack, Felicia McConnell, Erin Naylor, Glenn Painter, William Pope, Sarah Rice, James Richtmeyer, Devon Rumbarger, Amanda Sachenik, Robert Santiago, Jennifer Seaman, Jordan Slack, Myia Sokira, Brianna Sumey, Anthony Trentanelli, Joshua Van Etten, Stacy Wead

Dansville, NY
Michael Nowatzki

Dundee, NY
Brianna Budd, Ryan Cabral, Brian Koehler, Michelle Pavlina, Edwhenna Wolverton

Elmira, NY
Hope Bailey, Nancy Barclay, Brooks Bellinger, Samantha Born, Janine Brown, Mary Brusso, Deirdre Bryant, Joseph Burin, Mark Butler, Jacob Carpenter, Melanie Carpenter, Lindsay Clauss, Sarah Derigge, Bryan Earley, Vincent Fields, Jami Fredo, Jessamyn Fuller, Whitney Fuller, Stephen Groth, Steele Hags, Sean Hanrahan, Nancy Hill, Sandra Kennedy, Ashley Kerrick, Jason Kinkade, Timothy Krusen, Jaime Leister, Francesca Lentini, Tyler McAlinn, Valerie McKibbin, Kari Michalko, Amy Phillips, Vickie Piper, Keslee Rice, Reyna Santiago, Rasheikka Scharborough, Jonathan Schiefen, Jessica Spradlin, Lucas Starbuck, Angela Sugg, Peter Sydoriak III, Trisha Thurston, Megan Tomassian, Donna Vega, John Wallace, Matthew Warner, Stephen Wheaton, Sidney Whitfield, Connie Wilcox, Brian Wolcott, Courtney Woods, Owanda Zimmerman

Elmira Heights, NY
Joe Crown, Steven Jackson, Dustin LaLonde, Andrew O'Geen, Stephen Tompkins, Jamie Warner

Endicott, NY
Joshua Delmage

Erin, NY
Reeda Clark, Janine Clearwater

Gloversville, NY
Caela Havens

Groton, NY
Waylon DeGraw

Hammondsport, NY
Zachary Thayer, Christine Tipton, Nicholas Poole, Sarah Sanford

Hornell, NY
Monica Capluzzi, Curtis Stanford, Trevor Ingalls

Horseheads, NY
Ryan Andryshak, Edward Atwood, Elliot Baker, Michael Baranyk, Brandon Benckendorf, Mitchell Brand, Erica Brigger, Theresa Carlson, Melissa Cremer, Alexander Crocker, Amy Cruz, Marla Doan, Megan Donovan, James Douglass, Ronald Evans, Mandy Hetrick, Jill Hollenbeck, Danielle Huffner, Harry Longenberger, Thomas Luke, Macy Manwaring, Isaac Marmor, Misty Mase, Kelly McGinnis, Alexander Morich, Matthew Olson, James Raducz, Daniela Rich, Kelly Rose, Kate Schiller, John Sullivan, Mary Talverdi, Jason Tighe, Shasta Treadway, Paula VanDuzer, Kathleen Von Bevern, Jessica Weaver, Justin Whitaker

Jasper, NY
Lawrence Schultz, Marsha White

Killawog, NY
Matthew Holbrook

Lindley, NY
Nathan Rice, Heather Simmers

Lockwood, NY
Keith Merrill

Millport, NY
Stephanie Evans, Michelle Smith

Montour Falls, NY
Krettrena Cole, Kim Perry, Carrie Phelps, Stefan Trego

Newfield, NY
Melanie Allen

Odessa, NY
Kayla Dykshoorn

Painted Post, NY
Dixie Balance, Brandon Courtright, Zachary Gehl, Johnnie Goshleski, Faith Heckman, Kyle Hunt, Michele Johnston, Sharon Keck, Karin Lewis, Ashley Rosplock, Derek Smith, Justin Starkey, Dustin Storm, Kyra Wilson-Houck

Penn Yan, NY
Jennifer Eyer

Pine City, NY
Susan Clark, Zachary Fries, James Hughes, Katelyn Knickerbocker, Shawna Osborn, Kyle Saxton

Rock Stream, NY
John Rekczis

Savona, NY
Jamie Bulkley, Christine Caward, Vincent Cordes, Kayla McCann, Rebecca Turner

Troupsburg, NY
Jennifer Cady, Tara Knapp, Sonya Lowrey

Van Etten, NY
Chris-Anne Reynolds

Watkins Glen, NY
Samantha Miller, Brittany Oxborrow, Daniel Scuteri, Megan Scuteri, Carl Standish

Waverly, NY
Jennifer Alvino, Heather Black, Jolene Carling, Natasha Despreaux, Julie Gorman, Bradley Hammond, Jana Kraybill, Bonnie McCartney, Joshua Rose, Jesse Short, Lindsey Shoultes, Charnell Stewart, Chrystal Tompkins

Wellsville, NY
Mariann Herzing

Williamsville, NY
Andrew Mazurek

Woodhull, NY
Sarah Payne

Sayre, PA
Kenneth Medcalf, Christopher Seeley

Tioga, PA
Michael Doan

Ulysses, PA
Amanda Thompson

Sweeny, TX
Autum Miller

Rockwell Scholarship established at CCC

CORNING, May 10 -- Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. has announced the establishment of the Robert and Hertha Rockwell Scholarship by their daughter, Sandra Rockwell Herron of La Habra Heights, CA. The Fund is capable of receiving additional contributions from any person, corporation, or other organization.

Robert and Hertha (Godley) Rockwell were married on Dec. 29, 1941. Robert graduated from Paonia High School in Paonia, CO. He attended Whittier College in CA, and then graduated from Stanford University in 1933. Robert served with the U.S. Navy during World War II, serving in North Africa.

A resident of Corning since 1933, Robert owned and operated The Rockwell Company and the Carder Steuben Glass Shop until his retirement in 2005. He was a member of the Corning Museum of Glass, Spencer Crest Nature Center, Corning Rotary Club, Corning Chamber of Commerce, The Rockwell Museum, Horse Vigilante Society, National Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City, Buffalo Bill Historical Society, Corning-Painted Post Historical Society, Salvation Army, American Legion, and VFW.

He served as President of the Corning Rotary Club and of the Corning Chamber of Commerce and received many awards and honors during his life, including membership in the Steuben County Hall of Fame. He died on April 17, 2009 at the age of 97.

Hertha was also very involved in community and civic activities. She was active in the school consolidation during the 1950s, a member of the P.T.A., Corning Women’s Club, Corning-Painted Post Historical Society (Past President), Watson Homestead, Benjamin Patterson Inn, Spencer Crest Nature Center, American Field Service, and Hospital Chapter F.

She was involved with Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, was a Trustee for Corning Community College for 18 years, and like her husband was a Trustee of The Rockwell Museum. Working together with the Corning Glass Works, she was instrumental in saving the old City Hall building from demolition and creating The Rockwell Museum. And like her husband, she was inducted into the Steuben County Hall of Fame. She died on Oct. 23, 2004 at the age of 91.

The purpose of the Fund shall be to provide one annual scholarship for a new or continuing Corning Community College student enrolled in a Liberal Arts and Sciences program on a full-time (at least 12 credits) basis, with preference for those who study performing arts and/or natural sciences, exhibit academic achievement by earning a high school average of at least 85% or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0, demonstrate evidence of good character, remain in good academic standing, and exhibit a strong desire for education. The Fund shall be used to provide a scholarship for books, supplies, and other educational expenses related to attending Corning Community College.

Scholarship applications can be found online at www.corning-cc.edu/future/scholarships. Applicants must submit a Scholarship Application as well as an essay (250-word minimum) detailing why Corning Community College is the place for their education and the impact these scholarship funds will have on their future plans.

For additional information or to contribute to the Robert and Hertha Rockwell Scholarship, contact Debbie Stayer Kelly at (607) 962-9144 or email kelly_d@corning-cc.edu.

Photo in text: The late Robert and Hertha Rockwell (Photo provided)

Hall brothers are Distinguished Alums

CORNING, May 10 -- The Corning Community College Alumni Association has named William M. Hall ('68) and Harold F. Hall ('68) as the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients.

This award is given annually to a CCC alumnus and recognizes the exemplary lifetime career and community achievements of the individual. The award will be presented at the 51st Commencement Ceremony on May 28 at First Arena, 155 N. Main Street, Elmira.

Dr. William “Bill” Hall and Harold “Harry” Hall are twin brothers who grew up on Corning’s north side and attended Corning-Painted Post East High School. Each graduated with distinction from Corning Community College in 1968 with an associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities & Social Sciences. The Halls, accomplished high school lacrosse players, continued to compete in that sport at CCC, where they helped organize the first lacrosse team on the Spencer Hill campus.

Dr. Hall received a bachelor’s degree at SUNY Geneseo as well as a master’s and doctoral degree in Sociology from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University. After joining Alfred University in 1980, he taught sociology, directed the Criminal Justice Studies program, and achieved the rank of full professor. In 1997, he was promoted to dean of Alfred's college of Liberal Arts and Sciences, where he spent the next seven years. He served as acting provost from 2004 until 2006 and dean of the college of Business from 2007 until 2010. He assumed the duties of provost and vice president of Academic Affairs in 2009.

As a professor, Dr. Hall received numerous citations for outstanding teaching and was awarded the Order of Merit by Alfred University in 1999. His civic responsibilities include service as an elected Alfred Village Trustee for seven years, mayor of the Village of Alfred for seven years, and an Allegany County legislator for five years. He also received the Alfred Lions Club Citizen of the Year award. In his free time, Dr. Hall volunteers as a member of Allegany County’s ACCORD Corporation board of directors which is a non-profit organization that provides support for people needing social services. He was presented with the Allegany County Consortium on Domestic Violence Outstanding Member of the Year Award in 2000, and was recognized a second time for his service to ACCORD in 2002.

Harold Hall received a bachelor’s degree in English Education, a master’s degree in Education, and a certificate in Advanced Study in Educational Administration from SUNY Oswego. He started his career in education at Sodus Central School District teaching English for grades 7-12. After nine years of teaching various grades, Mr. Hall was selected to be the next assistant principal and was later promoted to principal of Sodus High School. In 1983, he relocated to Addison, NY, when he accepted the position of principal for Addison Central Schools. He was subsequently promoted to assistant superintendent in 1988. Mr. Hall retired as superintendent of schools for the Addison School District in 2003.

In 1991, Mr. Hall served on the board of the Greater Steuben Area Red Cross and served as chair from 1996-1998. While working tirelessly for the Red Cross, he also found time to serve in both the Steuben County Habitat for Humanity, Addison Community Center, and Addison Health Center. In 2009, Mr. Hall was recognized as a local recipient for the esteemed Jefferson Award for Public Service. In 2010, he received the Steuben County Red Cross Spirit of Humanity Award.

“Bill and Harry are excellent representatives of the outstanding alumni that started their education at Corning Community College. The Alumni Association is proud to have them as the recipients of the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award,” stated Dr. Edward “Sandy” A. Franklin, Jr., president of the Alumni Association. This is the first time in the College’s 50-year history that brothers are united as one to celebrate their lifetime achievements.

Previous recipients include Eileen Collins ’76, retired NASA Astronaut; Dr. Jay Hanas ’68, scientist and educator; Clarence “Butch” Bercher ’66, entrepreneur; Dr. Edward A. Franklin, Jr. ’72, assistant professor of Biology at CCC, chiropractor, and former mayor of Painted Post, NY; and William “Lew” Perdue III ’70, New York Times best-selling author and founder of Pocketpass.

Photo in text: Harold (left) and William Hall (Photo provided)

Gregg named tourney's honorary chair

LPGA pro Cindy Miller to participate on Hole 15

CORNING, May 10 -- Corning Community College will host the 6th Annual Red Barons Classic on Monday, May 24 at the Corning Country Club.

To date, the tournament has secured almost $45,000 for this year’s event to benefit the College’s Athletic Fund. Dr. Floyd Amann, CCC president, has announced that Kirk Gregg of Corning has been named as Honorary Chair in recognition of his love for education, dedication to the community, and commitment to athletics.

Gregg joined Corning Incorporated in 1993 and currently serves as chief administrative officer, a position he has held since 2002. He is chairman of the board of directors of Three Rivers Development Corporation, and vice-chairman of the Business Council of New York State, Inc.

This year’s event marks the sixth time the College has coordinated the tournament in an effort to support athletic initiatives. Since its creation, tournament proceeds have exceeded $125,000 for the establishment of an athletic fund. Proceeds have been instrumental in establishing an intercollegiate golf team, purchasing much needed athletic equipment, facilitating teambuilding opportunities at Keuka College’s Ropes Course, and participation in out-of-state tournaments.

Meanwhile, CCC announced that Cindy Miller, veteran of five U.S. Women’s Opens, Class A LPGA Professional, and former LPGA Tour Player, will join each team on Hole 15. Miller currently plays on the Legends Tour, the official Senior Tour of the LPGA.

Additional on-course activities include a chance to win $25,000, longest drive contests for men and women, hole-in-one prizes, two closest to the pin contests, and two putting contests.

For the first time in six years, all Honorary Chairs will participate in the tournament, including: Kirk Gregg and his predecessors: Thomas E. Blumer (2009), Benny Hunziker (2008), Frank LaViola, Sr. (2007), Bill and Susan Hanley (2006), and Dutch Craumer (2005).

The College is currently seeking sponsors and door prize donations. If you would like to take part in either, contact Debbie Stayer Kelly at (607) 962-9144 or kelly_d@corning-cc.edu.

Photo in text: Cindy Miller (Photo provided)

Educators Scholarship established

CORNING, April 19 -- The Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. has announced establishment of the Professional Educators of Corning Community College (PECCC) Scholarship by the membership of the faculty union.

The PECCC established the Fund to reward high achieving students for their dedication to learning.

“It was the decision of our membership to pool resources to lighten some of the fiscal burden that students struggle with,” said Paul McNaney, president of PECCC. “If this scholarship can help students to focus more on academics rather than financial challenges, then our goal is accomplished.” The Fund is capable of receiving additional contributions from any person, corporation, or other organization.

The Fund will provide one $500 annual scholarship for a new full-time Corning Community College student and one $500 annual scholarship for a continuing full-time Corning Community College student. It shall be used for books, supplies and other educational expenses related to attending CCC.

Any PECCC Scholarship recipient must be a graduate of a high school in Chemung, Steuben or Schuyler counties who has demonstrated academic achievement by earning a high school average of 85% or higher. An additional scholarship will be available to one continuing student with a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher. The successful candidates must demonstrate evidence of good character and a strong desire for education.

Scholarship applications can be found online at www.corning-cc.edu/future/scholarships. Applicants must submit a completed Scholarship Application as well as an essay (250-word minimum) detailing why they chose Corning Community College for their education and the impact these scholarship funds will have on their future plans.

The mission of the Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. is to solicit, receive, and manage assets in order to contribute to the long-range goals, objectives, and success of Corning Community College. Its Board of Directors includes Conrad R. Wolan, president; Arie J. van den Blink, vice president; Marie E. Heher, secretary; and Katherine E. Stickler ’86, treasurer.

For additional information or to contribute to the Professional Educators of Corning Community College (PECCC) Scholarship, contact Debbie Stayer Kelly (’91) at (607) 962-9144 or email kelly_d@corning-cc.edu.

Foundation unveils Nursing Scholarship

CORNING, April 8 -- The Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. has announced establishment of the Abbie J. Chapman ’75 Nursing Scholarship.

The scholarship was established by her husband, Robert A. Chapman, and their four daughters, Adrian M. Buechner, Elisabeth L. Gamble, Brenda L. Chapman, and Robin J. Chapman. The fund is capable of receiving additional contributions from any person, corporation, or other organization.

Its purpose will be to provide one annual scholarship for a new or continuing Corning Community College student enrolled in the Nursing program who demonstrates evidence of good character, remains in good academic standing, and exhibits a strong desire for education. The scholarship will provide funds for books, supplies, and other educational expenses related to attending CCC.

Abbie J. Chapman, born October 12, 1933, attended Wheaton College in Norton, MA. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree, she married Robert A. Chapman, and the couple moved in 1960 to Corning, where Mr. Chapman taught and served in several administrative positions at Corning Community College.

After raising a family, Abbie enrolled in the Nursing program and graduated in 1975. She worked with unwed mothers at the local BOCES for a year and then moved with her family to Middletown, CT, where she had a successful 14-year career working with psychiatric patients. She served as both head nurse and nurse recruiter. She retired in 1991 and traveled extensively with her husband. They spent their winters in Tucson, AZ, where Abbie volunteered at Saguaro National Park for 10 years. She also enjoyed reading, knitting, hiking, and family gatherings. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her four daughters, nine grandchildren, and a brother.

Scholarship applications can be found online at www.corning-cc.edu/future/scholarships. Applicants must submit a Scholarship Application as well as an essay (250-word minimum) detailing why Corning Community College is the place for their education and the impact these scholarship funds will have on their future plans.

The mission of the Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. is to solicit, receive, and manage assets in order to contribute to the long-range goals, objectives, and success of Corning Community College. The Board of Directors include Conrad R. Wolan, president; Arie J. van den Blink, vice president; Marie E. Heher, secretary; and Katherine E. Stickler ’86, treasurer.

For additional information or to contribute to the Abbie J. Chapman ’75 Nursing Scholarship, contact Debbie Stayer Kelly ’91 at (607) 962-9144 or e-mail kelly_d@corning-cc.edu.

Photo in text: Abbie J. Chapman (Photo provided)

Amann announces 2011 retirement

CORNING, March 9 -- Corning Community College’s fifth president, Dr. Floyd F. Amann, has announced he will retire in June 2011.

Dr. Amann assumed the position of president at CCC in May 2001. In his retirement letter to the college, he praised the faculty and staff for their dedication to the success of students and their service to the community.

During his tenure, Dr. Amann successfully launched a Major Gifts Campaign that secured $13.1 million. In addition, he secured an increase to the county chargeback of $300 per student, the first increase since the regionalization of the College in 1984. CCC completed the Middle States Association reaccreditation process in 2005, receiving a 10-year unconditional status, a standing rarely achieved by other institutions.

“Dr. Amann has a long, distinguished career with community colleges, with Corning fortunate to have him as our leader for the past 10 years,” said Thomas E. Blumer, chairman of the Regional Board of Trustees. “Our college is very different than it was a decade ago as reflected in our enhanced emphasis on strengthening CCC’s commitment to enriching the lives of all residents of the tri-county region and to the success of every learner.

"Dr. Amann also made it a priority to enhance the community’s awareness of the need for private support of community colleges by strengthening the Corning Community College Development Foundation’s fundraising efforts. We have accomplished a great deal that will prepare our college well for the next phase of our development. On behalf of the Regional Board of Trustees and Corning Community College employees, we extend heartfelt appreciation to both Dr. and Mrs. Amann for making a difference in our community.”

“My wife Jan and I consider ourselves fortunate to become part of this great community college’s history,” said Amann. “We wish to personally thank all the faculty and staff who have together made this college one of the gems in the crown of the State University of New York. I am pleased that we have prepared Corning Community College to move to a new level of excellence in meeting the needs of the Southern Tier.”

A native New Yorker, Dr. Amann spent most of his educational career with three of New York’s community colleges – Jamestown, Finger Lakes, and Monroe. He returned to New York after serving four years as president of Shelby State Community College in Memphis, TN. He left the presidency at Shelby State to join the graduate faculty at the University of Memphis, where he had the responsibility of developing a community college graduate program.

Dr. Amann has a doctorate degree in Higher Education, a master’s degree in Botany from the University of Arizona, a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Bowling Green University, and an associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Niagara County Community College. In addition, on May 25, 2008, he was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters at Keuka College’s 100th Commencement ceremony in recognition of his ongoing efforts to extend educational opportunities to the residents of the Southern Tier.

Photo in text: Dr. Floyd Amann

Meleny Peacock named to Foundation

CORNING, Feb. 20 -- Meleny Peacock of Corning has been appointed to the Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc..

Peacock is principal of Peeler Group, LLC, a strategic communications firm located in Corning since 2002. Having resided and worked in New York City for 20 years, and being a member of the Southern Tier business community for 31 years, Peacock brings a unique perspective to issues impacting this region.

Peeler Group’s business model focuses on “pride of association,” raising the significance of an organization in the minds of key stakeholders. Clients include Economic Opportunity Program, Inc.; Oppenheimer & Co.; Center for Screen Time Awareness; Forest Lawn Group; Corning Natural Gas Corporation; and Corning Incorporated.

Peacock was a charter member in 1994 of The Luxury Marketing Council, NYC, a collaborative marketing organization whose members are CEOs and marketing managers of the world’s leading companies in luxury goods and services. She was a manager in business and specialized communications for Corning Incorporated for 24 years until founding Peeler Group.

As a board member of Corning Community College Development Foundation, Peacock serves on the Executive and Board Development Committees. She has served on several local boards and committees while residing in Corning with her family.

Photo in text: Meleny Peacock (Photo provided)

CCC professor wins excellence award

CORNING, Feb. 20 -- Kate Danforth, professor of Mathematics, has been recognized as the recipient of the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC) Teaching Excellence Award.

The award was presented at the organization’s recent annual conference in Las Vegas.

Danforth, one of six two-year college faculty members from across the nation to be honored with this award, is in her 32nd year at Corning Community College, where she has accumulated numerous accolades -- including the CCC Trustees’ Award for Excellence in Teaching and the State University of New York Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Faculty Service.

The Teaching Excellence Award is intended for educators who have made outstanding contributions to mathematics or mathematics education at a two-year college. Teaching excellence is the main focus of the award, with recipients honored in odd-numbered years.DanforthKate.jpg

CCC welcomes 4 to Regional Board

CORNING, Jan. 11 -- Corning Community College’s Regional Board of Trustees recently welcomed four new members: Kenneth A. Austin, Julie A. Gorman, Robert P. Morin, and Timothy J. Rosell.

The Regional Board of Trustees is comprised of 14 residents from the tri-county region, which includes Chemung, Steuben and Schuyler. Trustees are volunteers appointed by their respective Legislatures or by the New York State Governor. Terms of service vary in length; trustees can be reappointed for extended terms.

Austin, of Erin, was appointed to the board in June 2009 as a Governor’s appointment from Chemung County. He will serve for a term to expire June 30, 2016. Austin is employed with the Town of Erin and is active in his community as a member of the Erin Community Park Committee. He enjoys gardening, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Gorman, of Waverly, was appointed 2009-2010 Student Trustee to the board. She is enrolled in the college's Human Services program with an expected degree completion date of May 2010. She played a key role in the Student Senate Scholarship Make Change Fund. She enjoys music, tennis, and volunteerism. Her appointment began on July 1, 2009 and will end on June 30, 2010.

Morin, of Watkins Glen, was appointed to the Board in June 2009 as a Governor’s appointment from Schuyler County. He will serve for a term to expire June 30, 2016. Morin previously taught at Watkins Glen High School. He is a member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Church in Watkins Glen and is active in Schuyler County’s Democratic Party. His interests include reading, walking, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Rosell, of Hornell, was appointed to the Board in June 2009 as a Governor’s appointment from Steuben County. He will serve for a term to expire June 30, 2016. Rosell is a practicing attorney with Pulos & Rosell, LLP in Hornell and is a graduate of Alfred University and Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He enjoys Kiwanis, Little League, completing house repairs, and spending time with his children.

Photos in text: From top: Kenneth Austin, Julie Gorman, Robert Morin, Timothy Rosell. (Photos provided)

Stemskis establish 2 separate funds

CORNING, Dec. 21 -- Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc. has announced that Conrad R. and Lucy A. Stemski of Painted Post have donated significant resources to establish two separate funds accessible to CCC students beginning in the fall 2010 semester.

Both Mr. and Mrs. Stemski are Corning natives who were raised and educated in the Southern Tier. They are parents to three daughters, Nancy, Suzanne, and Carol, who each attended Corning Community College.

As a trustee of Corning Community College from1971-1985, Mr. Stemski was instrumental in the establishment of the Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc., and the Business Development Center that was purchased in the mid-1980s.

The Business Development Center, at 18-36 Denison Parkway West in Corning, continues to house CCC’s Workforce Development Office as well as the Child Care Center. Upon transformation of CCC to a regional community college, Mr. Stemski served an additional appointment on the Regional Board of Trustees from 1985-1987.

In his career, Mr. Stemski was a senior vice president of Corning Glass Works (now Corning Incorporated), a president of Corning Enterprises, and chief of staff for Congressman Amory Houghton, Jr.

The Conrad R. and Lucy A. Stemski Scholarship will provide one $2,500 annual scholarship for four consecutive years to a Corning Community College student enrolled full-time (at least 12 credits) in Mathematics or Science programs who has demonstrated academic achievement by earning a high school average of 90% and above or a 3.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher. The Fund shall be used to provide scholarships for books, supplies and other educational expenses related to attending Corning Community College.

In addition, the Conrad R. and Lucy A. Stemski Child Care Fund will assist Corning Community College students enrolled on a full-time (at least 12 credits) basis who utilize the services of the CCC Child Care Center. The Center, open to children (ages 18 months to 5 years) of CCC students, provides care during the fall and spring semesters. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary Schools.

The Child Care Fund of $10,000 will be distributed based upon documented financial need and for the purpose of CCC Child Care Center expenditures only. Recipients may receive up to $500 per semester per student, not to exceed $1,000 per academic year, on an as-needed basis.

These are open funds, permitting recipients to receive additional contributions from any person, corporation, or other organization. For additional information, contact Debbie Stayer Kelly, acting executive director, Corning Community College Development Foundation, Inc., at (607) 962-9144 or by email at kelly_d@corning-cc.edu.

Photo in text: Conrad and Lucy Stemski (Photo provided)