Sequel, Fall 2019 by Paul Smith's College

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NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMS +

PROTECTING OUR ASH TREES +

RAISING FUNDS IN HIGH PLACES AND MORE

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Fall 2019

[DEPARTMENTS] To Our Readers

Faculty & Staff Notes 5 Shore Lines

Evergreens

Q&A

Our Adirondacks

Alumni Life

Class Notes

Parting Shot

COVER ART: Award-winning artist Aquil Virani’s collaborative “We are all artists” project was unveiled during Convocation this September. See the full work on page 18. WRITE TO SEQUEL: PSC Alumni Office P.O. Box 265 Paul Smiths, NY 12970 Email: alumni@paulsmiths.edu CONNECT WITH US:

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Disaster Management + Wildland Firefighting announced Shore Lines A student/veteran run fundraiser pulls in over $6,000; college earns U.S. News & World Report distinctions; Nordic skiing expansion at the VIC; and environmental resilience.

10 Protecting our Ash Trees Randall Swanson explains efforts to keep the emerald ash borer at bay.

12 Sustainability @PSC Paul Smith’s moves forward with key sustainability initiatives while receiving a STARS Bronze rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

16 16 More than a Mountain Now in its third year, the Climb it 4 Climate fundraiser has raised over $70,000 scholarships and fellowships. Last winter, President Cathy Dove and Bethany Garretson took on two of the world’s Seven Summits to take part.

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PRESIDENT Cathy S. Dove EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Andy Johnstone Media Specialist COLLEGE ADVANCEMENT STAFF F. Raymond Agnew Vice President for College Advancement Mary L. McLean Research & Systems Manager Carol Murtagh Assistant to the Vice President Heather Tuttle ‘99 Alumni Relations Manager Andrea Wilcox Annual Giving & Stewardship Manager

18 Spotlight Take in this year’s cover art in full, including a sleeve featuring artwork created by the most recent class of first year Paul Smith’s students.

24 Q&A: Casey Gerrish

This winter, women’s ice hockey officially takes the ice with Casey Gerrish ‘10 at the helm.

20 Fit to Serve To celebrate Veteran’s Day and honor a special cohort of students, The Ganzi hosted a buffet lunch attended by veterans and a television news crew.

22 Farewell: Lady & Fee Paying farewell Paul Smith’s College fixtures Lady and Fee, the mother-daughter draft horses who traveled south for retirement.

Judy McCoy Corporate Relations Manager PRINTING Service Press Connecticut | Scott Smith ‘77 Wethersfield, Conn. TRUSTEES OF PAUL SMITH’S COLLEGE As of Sept. 19, 2019 Mark Dzwonczyk, Chairman of the Board Angela Noble-Grange, Co-Vice Chair Katharine H. Welling, Co-Vice Chair David Blye ‘18, Treasurer Karen Regen-Baum ‘83, Secretary Stuart H. Angert Paul E. Avery Fred Beltz Lisa Baron Jill Choate Beier David R. Blye ’81 Paul M. Cantwell, Jr. Robert Chur Paul Ciminelli Paul Comeau Dennis Curtin Cathy S. Dove, College President TRUSTEES EMERITI

Peter P. Forrence Robert Fox Pauline Jennett Dwayne Mahoney Ken Raymond ’68 Karen Regen-Baum ’83 Thomas Rogers E. Philip Saunders, Chairman Emeritus Daniel D. Tessoni Elizabeth Thorndike Scott Van Laer ’93, Alumni Board President

Donald O. Benjamin ’56 Ralph W. Blum ’54 Richard Cattani ’64 John T. Dillon ’58 John W. Herold ’65 Sheila M. Hutt Pieter V.C. Litchfield Caroline D. Lussi ’60 Jon L. Luther ’67 Joan H. Weill

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AN INNOVATING INSTITUTION CATHY S. DOVE | PRESIDENT

ith the fall semester now in full swing here at Paul Smith’s College, we’re excited to welcome new and returning students and celebrate all the support they receive from donors, faculty, staff and alumni. We are so pleased to have several international students join us this year. They reflect the growing diversity in our community. This September, U.S. News and World Report awarded PSC the distinction of No. 1 Most Innovative Schools in its Regional Colleges North category, reflecting a wide variety of work that’s gone into keeping this institution on the cutting edge of hands-on education. Among the efforts has been the start of new academic programs. A new minor in Wildland Firefighting was announced last fall as the demand for professionals has grown. The curriculum includes key certifications for aspiring firefighters following in the footsteps of the many Smitties who have done such work in the past, including instructor Scott Sabo ‘09, now a forest ranger in the North Country. Following suit, a bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management and Response was announced this spring. Natural and manmade disasters impact tens of millions annually and Paul Smith’s is excited to play an important role by preparing professionals for this growing labor field through varied electives and coursework in partnership with the FEMA Emergency Management Institute. Now, we’re on the cusp of kicking off an exciting avenue of study: a master’s degree in Natural Resources Conservation. Not since Paul Smith’s transitioned to a four-year college in 1998 has such a change taken place. Dr. Brett McLeod will direct and chair the program that will feature concentrations in Forest Resource Management, Aquatic Resource Management, and Sustainable Communities. Not only will this further our educational mission in the Adirondacks and around the globe, but graduates can expect job growth exceeding 10 percent with starting salaries in the neighborhood of $70,000 With adult learners in mind, the degree can be completed in just 12 months and admission doesn’t require the GRE exam.

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PRESIDENT CATHY DOVE

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Not since Paul Smith’s transitioned to a four-year college in 1998 has such a change taken place.

Graduating seniors and recent alums now have opportunities for international teaching/research collaborations and English teaching fellowships through the Fulbright Student Program. Dr. Celia Evans has undertaken the role of Fulbright Program Advisor to provide support for those exploring overseas research or teaching. For many young people around the nation, attending college is not without its hardships, whether financial or otherwise. Two years ago, we announced a tuition savings agreement with North Country Community College, 2+2=You, a partnership that awards NCCC graduates state-level tuition rates at PSC as they further their education. This past winter, the first group of 2+2=You participants began the second chapter of their schooling here. Across Lake Champlain in neighboring Vermont, Green Mountain College faced the harsh decision to close its doors. With that, we set up a transfer agreement between the two schools that ensured net tuition equal to or less than that at GMC. While we were saddened by the news, both institutions worked quickly to establish seamless transition opportunities for the students affected and we were pleased to welcome 10 GMC students who transferred to PSC this semester. Another exciting development here at Paul Smith’s is our new Global Center for Rural Communities. The balance between environmental conservation and sustainable

economic development is a delicate one. Our college has a long history of developing strategies to promote economic, social, and environmental resilience on campus and in the Adirondacks. Now, the GCRC aims to further this work by convening a meaningful global network of educators, expert, and policy makers. GCRC Director and Assistant Professor Kelly Cerialo has hit the ground running, having already co-chaired an ecotourism workshop at UNESCO’s EuroMAB conference in Ireland this spring. We have high hopes for the future of GCRC and the communities around the globe that will feel the effect of its impacts, namely a vibrantly resilient future. Expanding our athletics programs continues to be a high priority of the college. For the first time in years we will have a women’s ice hockey team. On our north campus, exciting work is underway as part of PSC’s winter Olympic sports initiative (page 8). We are working with members of our Advisory Committee for Olympic Sports on our Nordic trails expansion and new biathlon range. High-level athletes and recreational users alike will be attracted to the school and Olympic Sports region. And yes, Paul Smith’s is joining the world of esports! Seventy students are participating, often coached by a few of our skilled alumni, and we know the numbers will only grow. Finally, as many of you know, colleges (especially small, rural schools in the northeast and Midwest) are facing difficult times. While our enrollment has declined over the past several years, thanks to the hard work of our amazing faculty and staff who are implementing exciting new initiatives (some of which are mentioned above), this year’s incoming class reversed the trend and was slightly larger than last year’s. In addition to rolling out new and revised programs, we continue to consider strategic options including working more closely with partners that complement our strengths. All of these activities are critical to ensure we are as efficient as possible and attract an increasing number of students. As always, we are grateful to all of you for your continued support – you are instrumental to ensuring Paul Smith’s thrives in the years to come. All the best, Cathy

[FACULTY & STAFF NOTES] Prof. Celia Evans coauthored the paper “Northern forest winters have lost cold, snowy conditions that are important for ecosystems and human communities” in the journal Ecological Applications. Led by Prof. Curt Stager, the sixth annual SAM Fest – short for Science Art Music Festival – was attended by approximately 250 people at the Paul Smith’s College VIC. Prof. Jamie Wilson’s Applications in Entrepreneurship class held a focus group with local business leaders to examine the Adirondack Conscious Business Alliance, a concept for a student-run organization that connects the college with the local business community. Andy Testo and John Morgan gave presentations at the Cross Country Ski Areas Association annual national convention in Lake Placid. Prof. Mel Johnson judged the Terra Science and Engineering Fair at SUNY Potsdam, increasing the visibility of Paul Smith’s College to STEM-inclined high school students.

Josh Clemens was named head men’s basketball coach. Clemens, a Paul Smith’s College graduate, was formerly first assistant coach and head JV coach for the Bobcats. Judy McCoy, Joe Conto, Bruno Neveu and Cathy Dove met with an advisory group in NYC to explore new approaches to hospitality and culinary education. Prof. Deb Naybor presented her research on the educational value of teaching tiny house design and construction in higher education at the International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability. Holly Parker, director of Campus Safety, became a certified ALICE instructor to train employees and students on how to increase chances of survival during violent critical incidents, such as an active shooter event. Composer Glenn McClure and artistic director Helen Demong were featured in-depth by Mountain Lake PBS for their “Promised Land: An Adirondack Folk Opera”.

Paul Smith’s College celebrated Spirit Day with a faculty and staff basketball game, with the win going to the white team. Earlier in the day Staff Council held a raffle outside Lakeside Dining that included projectors, a BMX helmet, gift cards and more.

Profs. Eric Holmlund, left, and Kelly Cerialo traveled to Italy with Paul Smith’s students completing the Protected Landscapes and Community Sustainability course. It was the sixth year students were brought to study in the nation’s Appennino Tosco-Emiliano Biosphere Reserve and work directly with the administration from the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization. The ongoing creation tells the complex story of black families in the Adirondacks prior to the Civil War and the struggle for racial equality. The Compliance Office partnered with Deirdre Loftus, Shakirra Jones and the platform ARC3 from Georgia State University and administered the 2019 Campus Climate Survey to all students to assesses students’ knowledge and attitudes regarding sexual assault and reporting options on campus. Prof. Joseph Henderson was interviewed by NPR’s Education team on teaching climate change. Henderson also presented at the Climate Literacy Network on an emerging book project that

details how various groups are teaching climate change in the United States political context. Zoë Smith and Prof. Dan Kelting met with state legislators in Albany and several private foundations in NYC to build awareness of the Paul Smith’s College Adirondack Watershed Institute. Prof. Ross Conover published on northern pocket gopher population distributions across an elevation gradient from data collected in the Colorado Rocky Mountains in “Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research”. Conover’s Colorado research was featured in last year’s Sequel. Sequel | Fall 2019

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DISASTER MANAGEMENT MAJOR, WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING MINOR COME TO PAUL SMITH’S Paul Smith’s College recently introduced a new bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management and Response, reflecting a growing demand for professionals tasked with responding to natural and man-made disasters around the world. The new program followed the creation of a Wildland Firefighting minor. Global phenomena including droughts, floods, wildfires, hurricanes and earthquakes impact some 60 million people annually, and in 2018 killed some 11,000. Students majoring in the program will have the opportunity to receive practical training in courses offered in partnership with the FEMA Emergency Management Institute, and over 20 electives are available, including swift water rescue, wildland fire ecology, and community disaster resilience planning. “As a proud alumnus and emergency management professional, I congratulate Paul Smith’s College on the addition of the B.S. in Disaster Management and Response degree,” said New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region Five Forest Ranger Captain John Streiff. “The need for trained professionals in emergency management roles is a growing priority in today’s changing world. With the addition of this program, Paul Smith’s College is ensuring students are equipped with the knowledge, training, and tools necessary to succeed in these roles.” Graduates of the program can expect a number of different career path opportunities, from crisis response project manager to incident commander. According to the US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, these fields are growing at 8 percent, several percentage points higher than the national average. Meanwhile, the Wildland Firefighting minor includes an Incident Qualification Card, commonly known as a red card and a key certification for those pursuing work in the

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field. Coursework specific to the minor includes tree felling and chainsaw techniques. The curriculum was developed in parternship with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), whose experts contributed to course design and teach classes that lead to the red card certification. One of those instructors is Scott Sabo, a 2009 Paul Smith’s graduate, current forest ranger, and someone who has also worked fighting wildland fires in the west. “This new minor is much more than an extension of the Forestry program,” said Sabo. “It pairs well with other academic majors and teaches meaningful skills such as leadership and risk management. This is not theoretical: When your job is to go out and build a fireline, lives are at stake.” As outlined by Sabo, the program is structured to go beyond the necessary hard skills and include the ecological and technological underpinnings to enter wildland firefighting careers. Entry-level firefighters earn approximately $40,000 over the course of a six-month season, making the profession especially attractive to new graduates. Over $1 billion is spent annually to combat wildfires and employment has jumped over 10 percent in just over a decade. Paul Smith’s, meanwhile, has trained wildland firefighters since the late 1940s and has seen a number of alumni join the ranks since. “We have a long history of producing elite wildland firefighters including forest rangers, hotshots, and smokejumpers,” said Dr. Brett McLeod, professor and chair of the college’s Forestry department. “This minor offers formal training in fire science while also giving students the hard skills and federally recognized credentials to join a fire crew.”

A COMMUNITY UNITED STUDENT RAISES OVER $6,000 IN WAR AGAINST VETERAN SUICIDE Dan D’Apice, a Navy veteran studying Parks and Conservation Management at Paul Smith’s College, was tasked in the classroom to create a change project. What started off as an assignment became much more than that. D’Apice decided to put his energy toward supporting Mission 22, a non-profit organization “united in the war against veteran suicide.” The idea of holding a fundraiser took off. D’Apice reached out to the owners of Bitters and Bones, a bar and eatery in Saranac Lake, to see if they’d play host to a wing night. Bitters and Bones jumped on board, volunteering a free venue for the event. For $20, attendees would get a ticket good for 10 wings – most donated by Bitters and Bones – as well as a soda or craft beer donated by Raquette River Brewing Company and Paul Tatro. D’Apice also booked musician Cole Davidson to put on a live show, and additional fundraising was put together through a Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle.

Democrat, blue collar workers and college students (sometimes one in the same), all under one roof to support our nation’s fighting force in their own personal fight … a fight that no longer seemed so isolating. The people that showed up were simply Americans. They were together in a unification that almost seems extinct, a rarity if you will, all thanks to one man and a school project. The generosity of everyone there was unheard of, or so one might think. People paid $5 for $2 beers just to donate the rest. People were tipping between $1 and $100 all to the cause. The man who won the 50/50 raffle, without so much as a second thought, turned around and donated every penny of the winnings back to the cause. This is the expression of decency and care that seems so far gone in our world today, but is it really?

To read more of Novak’s retelling of D’Apice’s Mission 22 fundraiser, visit www.paulsmiths.edu/theapollos.

While D’Apice and the Student Veterans Association sold tickets on campus, area interest picked up as well. Bitters and Bones, as well as The Shamrock Bar and Grill, advertised the event. Over a dozen local businesses and individuals pitched in their support. In Ryan Novak’s story of the same title for the Paul Smith’s student publication The Apollos, he described the scene: The result, a staggering $6,011 dollars raised. Nearly 200 people attended the event. The atmosphere was percolating with a lightheartedness and good vibes. It was a culmination of great food, awesome drinks, chill music, and most of all, one community coming together to support a good cause. The scene was wild; young and old alike, bearded and clean shaven, grizzled and green, motorcyclists and liberal snowflakes, Republican and

THE SCENE AT BITTERS AND BONES WHERE STUDENT AND VETERAN DAN D’APICE RAISED OVER $6,000 FOR MISSION 22, A VETERAN SUICIDE PREVENTION ORGANIZATION. PHOTO: ANDY JOHNSTONE

PAUL SMITH’S COLLEGE EARNS NO. 1 MOST INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS AWARD U.S. News and World Report released its 2020 Best Colleges rankings in September, with Paul Smith’s receiving five distinctions including the No. 1 ranking for Most Innovative Schools, jumping one spot from last year’s No. 2. Paul Smith’s rankings, awarded in the Regional Colleges North category, are:

No. 1 for Most Innovative Schools No. 2 for Best Undergraduate Teaching No. 10 for Best Colleges for Veterans No. 20 for Regional Colleges No. 24 for Top Performers on Social Mobility

“Seeing this year’s U.S. News rankings is just another testament to the caliber of education one receives as a PSC student,” said Randy Martinez, Student Government Association president and biology major at PSC. “Our college’s continued dedication to helping students master their craft on the shores of Lower St. Regis Lake is an experience unlike any.” This is the fifth consecutive year U.S. News has included its Most Innovative Schools ranking, measured by inventive improvements in areas such as campus life, curriculum, technology and students.

The Top Performers on Social Mobility award, meanwhile, is a new honor for Paul Smith’s and measures an institution’s ability to not only enroll but graduate economically disadvantaged students who are less likely than others to finish college. U.S. News used six years of federal loan data and compared it to retention and graduation rates, as well as other measurements, to place the college on the list. Sequel | Fall 2019

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COLLEGE MOVES FORWARD WITH NORDIC SKIING EXPANSION This past November, Paul Smith’s College hosted John Morton of Morton Trails and entered the design phase of Nordic ski trail expansion at the VIC. Morton, a former Olympic athlete and ski coach at Dartmouth College, spent most of the day on foot with Bobcats athletics and VIC staff, as well as Paul Smiths native and Olympic skier Tim Burke, exploring trail improvement opportunities. “In the 28 years of designing recreational trails and competition venues, I have rarely seen a location with more potential for trailbased recreational activities than what currently exists at Paul Smith’s College,” Morton said. Morton went on to explain that colleges with successful Nordic skiing programs often require their student athletes to commute an hour one way and several times a week for training, while here students can walk from their dorm rooms. Future work will include minor widening and turn reconfiguration on select trails, giving both competitive and recreational Nordic skiers an improved experience at the VIC. Also in discussion is the addition of a biathlon range. Staff involved emphasized that the effort is being carefully balanced between skiing improvements and other popular VIC uses, ranging from bird watching and nature photography to public programming and environmental education, and that this next phase will continue to best serve visitors who enjoy the facility and its 25-mile trail network. The Nordic expansion is part of the college’s ongoing Olympic sports initiative, an effort highlighted by the creation of the

PICTURED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: JOHN MORTON, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR JIM TUCKER, TIM BURKE, PRESIDENT CATHY DOVE, AND MOUNT VAN HOEVENBERG CROSS COUNTRY AND BIATHLON CENTER MANAGER KRIS CHENEY-SEYMOUR ‘91. PHOTO: ANDY JOHNSTONE

college’s Advisory Committee for Olympic Sports. The group includes Burke, Billy Demong, Chris Mazdzer, Andrea KilbourneHill and Andrew Weibrecht. The five athletes represent a combined record of 17 Winter Olympic Games appearances and six medal wins. “Having grown up training at the VIC with Tim Burke and others, I know how much potential is at Paul Smith’s College and the VIC,” said Demong, a two-time Nordic combined Olympic medalist. “John Morton is the perfect person to help develop that potential and I am really excited about being able to bring USA Nordic teams to PSC for some great training opportunities.”

PSC PARTNERS WITH RESILIENCE STUDIES CONSORTIUM

In an effort to better explore social and environmental resilience, Paul Smith’s College has partnered with the Resilience Studies Consortium (RSC), a nationwide network of colleges that share academic resources, and formed the Global Center for Rural Communities (GCRC) to facilitate and model resilience solutions to international communities.

of study benefiting from the partnership, which is in an early phase.

The RSC partnership project is being managed by Dr. Craig Milewski and Dr. Joseph Henderson, professors in the Natural Sciences and Environment and Society departments. However, the two foresee students and faculty of all areas

Paul Smith’s role in the RSC is unique in that it fills the role of a rural northeast school. Nine in total comprise the network, which is coordinated by Dr. D. Scott Borden at Western State Colorado University.

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“Being a member of this consortium offers the opportunity to expand our academic curriculum offerings and to view our environment and natural resource programs through a more encompassing, integrative, and inclusive lens of social and ecological resilience,” said Milewski.

A student from Paul Smith’s could explore coursework in urban ecology, while one from Chicago could learn about communities or conservation in the unique setting that is the Adirondacks. The RSC also hosts for-credit courses and an annual retreat for students and faculty. This summer’s was held at The Evergreen State College in Tacoma, Wash., and entirely grant funded. “We have the opportunity to share particular rural lifeways and learn from others,” added Henderson. Learn more at paulsmiths.edu/gcrc.

SPORTS ROUNDUP SIX STRAIGHT The Paul Smith’s College bowling team won its sixth consecutive Yankee Small College Conference (YSCC) Championship. The Bobcats have taken the team title in seven of the past eight seasons. Kalei Penn won her third individual championship in four years while teammate Abby Cowan finished second out of the 20 top female bowlers in the tournament. On the men’s side, Nicholas Ferrara won the individual championship to complete the Bobcats’ clean sweep.

ESPORTS DEBUT The newly-formed PSC esports club team participated in its inaugural competition this year, a 2-2 draw against SUNY Canton. Esports, short for electronic sports, is growing rapidly worldwide and consists of competitions in a variety of video games. In October, Stewart’s Shops/Dake Family provided the college with a $100,000 gift to go toward the creation of a gaming lab for the team to practice and compete.

A CUT ABOVE The PSC men’s woodsmen team placed first in the so-called “Super Bowl” of collegiate timbersports, the 73rd annual Spring Meet Woodsmen’s Conclave, hosted this past April at SUNY Cobleskill. The victory was the third consecutive for the men’s team in the Spring Meet. The STIHL Northeast Collegiate Qualifier followed team competition, with PSC’s

Tyler Birchenough placing fifth in men’s competition and Nicole Emrick sixth in women’s.

REEL SUCCESS With four boats in tow, the bass fishing team traveled to Huddleston, Va., for a YETI FLW College Fishing event on Smith Mountain Lake. Brandon Johnson and Ryan Morr’s four-bass, 11-pound haul placed the duo 13th out of 95 boats in the FLW event.

ESPORTS TEAM AT SUNY CANTON

Dylan Harter and Izayah McGill finished 20th, Justin Rozema and Bob Visicaro 43rd, and Tyler Keim and Ben Coolidge 60th in the competition featuring teams from Penn State, Virginia Tech and Ohio State.

PERFECT AT HOME The Bobcats volleyball team kept its perfect home record intact when it mattered most. The YSCC Championship hosts blanked top-seeded NHTI 3-0 in the tournament finals for its first conference title since 2014. Paige Farrington earned YSCC tournament MVP honors with 15 aces and six kills. Gabriella Buehler racked up 12 kills in the win that capped a 6-0 season in the Philip Saunders Gymnasium.

ON THE HARDWOOD Bobcats men’s basketball team saw a boost in exposure this past season as the team took on opponents in two widely-recognized New York arenas. In December, the team traveled to Brooklyn, home of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets, to take on SUNY Canton.

ABOVE: PSC Athletic Director Jim Tucker presents Nicholas Koch with the 2019 Nic G. Pendl Award. The athletic awards banquet included over 80 honors in 15 sports and was sponsored by Andrew Quinn ‘83, a former Bobcats soccer player and owner of Desperados restaurant in Lake Placid. MEN’S WOODSMEN TEAM Two months later, PSC took SUNY ESF to overtime in Syracuse University’s Carrier Dome. The team finished the season 10-21 overall, including a quarterfinal appearance in the YSCC tournament. In August, the college named PSC graduate and first assistant coach Josh Clemens head coach. The Bobcats have improved on their previous record each season since 2015 and this season’s conference tournament appearance was the first in this program’s history.

RUNNING FOR THE WIN The PSC men’s cross country team placed a whopping five finishers in the top 10 to take home the YSCC Championship in Amherst, Mass. Matt Frye led the way with a fourth place finish, followed soon after by teammates Jack Fogarty (sixth), Patrick Mullen Mechtly (seventh), Isaac Leach (ninth) and Dylan Thompson (10th). Tessa White paced an incomplete women’s team with a fourth place finish and AllConference honors while Kelly Bosloper finished ninth.

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n a sunny June morning, Prof. Randall Swanson approaches a tree on the southwest corner of the Phelps Smith Administration Building with a curious assortment: a container of blueish liquid, gloves, drill, and a contraption resembling an IV with a pistol-like handle.

practical approach in a forest setting. For instance, ArborMectin retails for $600/ quart and widespread application would be no small feat. Elsewhere, he’s hopeful that parasitic wasps native to North America will target the emerald ash borer and lead to successful biological control of the invasive pest.

He soon sets to work, first drilling four equidistant holes into the tree before guiding the tube inside. Then, with a squeeze, something called ArborMectin is injected into the tree. Though many are likely unfamiliar with this mystery liquid, the reason for its use is better known – the emerald ash borer.

That June day’s ash effort also included the putting up of a funnel trap supplied by the United States Department of Agriculture. While many motorists have likely seen the telltale purple boxes hanging from trees, this one is bright green, another color that attracts the beetle.

The emerald ash borer, originally from Asia, was first discovered in the United States in 2002 in the Detroit area, believed by the Arbor Day Foundation to have entered the country through wooden packing materials from China. This small, bright metallic-green organism spread quickly following its arrival, threatening billions of ash trees in the United States and Canada. In Michigan alone, the emerald ash borer has decimated some 40 million trees by feeding under the bark and disrupting the tree’s ability to transport water and nutrients. The beetle arrived in New York in 2009 and since then been found in most counties, including Franklin. Typically emerald ash borers fly less than half a mile from the tree they emerged from, however people can play an unknowing but significant role in the spread by transporting infected wood. New York now restricts firewood transportation to within 50 miles and provides guidelines for any moving of ash wood.

“The methods being used to treat the campus ash trees are taught to the arboriculture students in the fall semester,” adds Swanson. Any graduates of the PSC Arboriculture and Landscape Management program are very much involved in emerald ash borer control efforts throughout the country.”

Swanson says that the beetle is now within 50 miles of Paul Smith’s College and that there are 20 ash trees on campus. His aim is to protect them by injecting the emamectin benzoate pesticide. Injected trees, he explains, may be protected for up to two years before needing another injection. The person doing the injections must be a certified pesticide applicator, though he adds that the product being used is not a highly toxic chemical and poses minimal environmental concerns because, unlike spraying or soil drench applications, the chemical is contained within the tree.

Several months prior to the time spent by Randall protecting ash trees around campus, Paul Smith’s College was honored with 2018 Tree Campus USA® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.

He goes on to add that the trunk injections make sense for valued landscape ashes like those on campus, but is not a

So why is this effort important? According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), ash was widely planted to replace elms lost to Dutch elm disease, and the emerald ash borer has resulted in yet another round of dead trees on streets and in yards, many of which pose public safety and liability hazards. The tree is also a valuable forest species with its seeds providing food for birds and mammals. Ash trees comprise nearly eight percent of all trees in the state and are commercially used for lumber, furniture, flooring, baseball bats, etc.

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Tree Campus USA

“Tree campuses and their students set examples for not only their student bodies but the surrounding communities showcasing how trees create a healthier environment,” said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Because of your school’s participation air will be purer, water cleaner and your students and faculty will be surrounded by the shade and beauty the trees provide.”

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The Tree Campus USA program honors colleges and universities for effective campus forest management and for engaging staff and students in conservation goals. Paul Smith’s College achieved the title by meeting Tree Campus USA’s five standards, which include maintaining a tree advisory committee, a campus tree-care plan, dedicated annual expenditures for its campus tree program, an Arbor Day observance and student service-learning project. Currently there are 364 campuses across the United States with this recognition. “The Tree Campus USA designation is certainly a good thing for Paul Smith’s College,” said Swanson. “Maintaining that designation will require a dedicated effort in the coming

years. The students in the program will participate by helping to provide the needed tree care for campus trees during lab sessions. The combined efforts of our forestry students and facilities department staff will help us meet the Tree Campus USA requirements while providing quality care for our campus trees.” The Arbor Day Foundation has helped campuses throughout the country plant thousands of trees, and Tree Campus USA colleges and universities invested more than $51 million in campus forest management last year. More information about the program is available at arborday.org/TreeCampusUSA. S Sequel | Fall 2019

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LOCALLY SOURCED

Paul Smith’s announces energy initiatives, receives STARS rating

aul Smith’s College has recently expanded its options for energy sourcing, enabling college officials to balance the use of energy on campus while also supporting the regional economy, and recently received STARS Bronze rating for sustainability achievements. FEEL GOOD HEAT In March, the college announced that it has joined the Feel Good Heat Initiative, coordinated by the Northern Forest Center. The initiative promotes economic community vitality as well as strong forest stewardship in the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York, by promoting automated wood heat. This whole-building, integrated wood pellet is designed to replace an oil or propane boiler, instead sourcing a regional and renewable fuel resource. “By transitioning to automated wood heat, institutions, businesses and homeowners in New York can keep their heating dollars at home and support local jobs and local businesses while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions,” explained Leslie Karasin, the Adirondack program manager for the Northern Forest Center. “We applaud Paul Smith’s College for making a commitment to helping us promote this opportunity, which is such a great fit for the forest-based economy that the college celebrates. We encourage everyone in the area to check out feelgoodheat.org to learn more about no-fuss options to heat with local wood pellets.” The boiler at Paul Smith’s is an easily recognizable fixture behind the Freer Science Center. When installed it was the first of its kind in Upstate New York and was done so at minimal cost for the college, which received grant funding through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. The pellets come from Curran Renewable Energy in Massena. Freer, Pickett Hall and Cantwell Hall receive heat from the system and help the college continue to move forward in its climate commitment by displacing an estimated 28,000 gallons of heating oil each year. “The college’s leadership with this pellet boiler installation demonstrates what is possible with this fabulous technology,” said CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE »

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OPPOSITE PAGE AND ABOVE: STUDENTS TOUR THE WOOD PELLET AND HYDRO FACILITIES INVOLVED IN THE COLLEGE’S ONGOING ENERGY INITIATIVES. PAUL SMITH’S AIMS TOWARD GOING CARBON NEUTRAL IN THE NEXT 10 YEARS. PHOTOS: KATE GLENN

Karasin. “Without having to physically move wood or pellets around, campus staff are able to keep classrooms warm with a local, renewable resource that is 100 percent local.”

just benefit Paul Smith’s — they help build the North Country’s renewable energy infrastructure as a whole,” said Kate Glenn, lecturer and sustainability coordinator at Paul Smith’s.

LOCAL HYDRO

Both these actions will continue to help the institution as it works toward its goal of going carbon neutral by 2029, as outlined in the college’s Climate Action Plan and the American Colleges and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment.

Meanwhile, the college has also signed on as an early customer for Northern Power & Light, a Saranac Lake-based company with a hydro facility in St. Regis Falls. Similar to rooftop solar, electricity from the generator creates a credit on customers’ utility bills. “These are our local resources,” said Northern Power & Light co-founder Emmett Smith. “It used to be that you paid a local company, like Paul Smith’s Electric Light & Power Co., for your electricity. Now, a lot of what you pay goes overseas, while the smaller local power plants are forced to shut down. We want to give local generators a bigger share of the retail price.” Paul Smith’s sustainability coordinator Kate Glenn said that the arrangement not only supports a local business, but also allows students first-hand access to new technology and invites the public to learn more about these opportunities. “What’s powerful about these initiatives is that they don’t

STARS BRONZE In July, Paul Smith’s College earned a STARS Bronze rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) for its sustainability achievements. STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System, measures and encourages sustainability in all aspects of higher education. The STARS program, which has more than 800 participants in 30 countries, is the most widely recognized framework in the world for publicly reporting information related to a college’s sustainability performance. Participants report achievements in five overall areas: academics, engagement, operations, planning and administration, and innovation and leadership. S Sequel | Fall 2019

[FEATURE]

NEW HEIGHTS

FOR SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER

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limb it 4 Climate has grown over the years. Quite literally.

In 2016, Bethany Garretson set off for a record thruhike of the Adirondacks’ 46 High Peaks with some added inspiration – to draw attention to climate change while raising funds for her alma mater. Her record attempt fell short in a somewhat befitting manner when temperatures soared well into the 90s on the fourth day and would continue to do so for the week to follow. The fundraiser, however, continued. Garretson modified her personal itinerary, finishing the 46 over the course of two weeks. Meanwhile, donors pledged dollar amounts for every mountain climbed by a member of the Paul Smith’s College community. Using the hashtag #climbit4climate, students and employees used their “human power” to bring in some $30,000 for student scholarships and sustainability programming at the college. In the end, the message meant more than the record, and so it evolved. Last winter, Climb it 4 Climate went from the highest points in New York to those in Africa and South America when President Cathy Dove set out for Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and Garretson for Aconcagua in Argentina. Both help comprise the world’s “Seven Summits,” or highest points on each continent and landmark climbing goals. Dove stood atop Kilimanjaro, Paul Smith’s College pennant in hand, on January 1. A month later, a high-altitude rescue mission for a teammate cut Garretson’s expedition short, and her retelling of the events was published by Outside. Meanwhile in the Adirondacks, a group of students calling themselves Ranger Team – Audrey Emerson, Jordan Spordone, Damon Emerson, Greg Davidson, RJ Monroe and Carrie Granger – logged 24,742’ of total elevation gain in one week. By the end of its third year, Climb it 4 Climate has raised over $70,000 and its message has been featured on television, in print and at speaking events around the region. “I climb mountains for many reasons,” Garretson said. “Awareness, advocacy, empowerment, and yes, fun. In 2019, I was inspired to raise funds for students with the potential to be change makers and leaders in the environmental both at home and across the world.” Inspired in part by Arlene Blum, often overlooked in the science and mountaineering worlds because she was a Jewish woman, Garretson too decided to act outside the traditional scientific box and instead focus on advocacy and storytelling. Two climate fellowships were funded, allowing students Sean Jackson and Ryan Novak to conduct international interviews and research, bringing their findings back to the college this fall. “Climb it 4 Climate is so many things,” Garretson added. “It’s a climb. It’s interviews, a discussion, an expedition, a community movement, a speech. Next, we’ll be working with Kathmandu National College [in Nepal] to collect climate data in the Himalayas.”

ABOVE: AUDREY EMERSON ‘19 ILLUSTRATED THIS CLIMB IT 4 CLIMATE GRAPHIC AHEAD OF THE RANGER TEAM’S PARTICIPATION IN THE CLIMB IT 4 CLIMATE FUNDRAISER. SHE AND A GROUP OF SMITTIES – ALONG WITH MASCOT BOBCAT MARSHALL – LOGGED 24,742’ OF ELEVATION GAIN ON WINTER TRAILS DURING THIS YEAR’S EVENT. LEFT: PRESIDENT CATHY DOVE ATOP MOUNT KILIMANJARO ON NEW YEAR’S DAY. ON THE MOUNTAIN DOVE SAW FIRST HAND THE EFFECTS A SHIFTING CLIMATE HAS HAD ON THE LANDSCAPE AND ITS PEOPLE. PHOTOS PROVIDED

Dove also touched on climate change through an international lens following her trip to Africa, noting that Kilimanjaro is one of many places around the world where climate change can be seen by the naked eye. “Due to its rapidly shrinking ice fields, it has been recognized as a very visible indicator of global climate change,” Dove said in a short essay published on Garretson’s website, bethanyclimbs. com. “The more I learned about Climb it 4 Climate, it became clear that I had the unique opportunity to merge a long-standing Sequel | Fall 2019

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I’m proud that the Paul Smith’s community is playing a leadership role in addressing one of the world’s greatest challenges. Paul Smith’s College President Cathy Dove goal of climbing one of the world’s highest peaks with providing support for this great initiative.”

increasingly unavailable while the tourism industry too faces a threat. Added Dove:

Over the course of eight days, Dove, a team of 10 fellow climbers, and accompaniment of guides and porters navigated through six different ecological zones ranging from rainforest to barren arctic. Along the way, guides explained how the landscape had changed since they began leading trips a decade ago. The mountain’s ice fields, which once provided abundant water for the region, are at least 50 percent smaller, with effects felt especially in agriculture. Hydroelectic power has become

“These conversations with our remarkable guides were in my mind as we climbed further up the mountain. At daybreak on January 1, 2019 I reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The bitter cold and wind did not detract from the incredible beauty and breathtaking views seen from the ‘Roof of Africa’. Sadly, the minimal icecaps were clear to see from the mountain peak. Those that remained were fragmented and one could almost see them cracking during the short time we were at the summit.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2019 CLIMB IT 4 CLIMATE CAMPAIGN, INCLUDING THE RANGERS TEAM AND THEIR LOCAL HIKES, PRESIDENT CATHY DOVE, AND ACONCAGUA TEAM MEMBERS TIM HORVATH AND SPENCER BUCOLO ‘19. PHOTOS PROVIDED

As I descended (by far the worst part of the hike!), I reflected on the seriousness of the situation. While ‘Hakuna Matata’ (Swahili for ‘no worries’) – is the Tanzanian outlook on life; it is clear that there is legitimate concern about the significant current and future impact of climate change. The Tanzanians, nor any country, can solve this problem in isolation. We each must join a unified, global community to raise awareness and create solutions. I’m proud that the Paul Smith’s community is playing a leadership role in addressing one of the world’s greatest challenges.” While the Climb it 4 Climate message has crossed oceans, its core message continues to resonate locally. Triple-digit hikers hit the trails during the initial year, donning bracelets and spreading the message across social media. At Osgood Farm, located north of the main campus on its namesake body of water, money raised helped establish the irrigation for the horse-plowed fields and students undertook a variety of sustainability projects and barn restoration. The site continues to be a home base for programming for Garretson’s classes, the Osgood Club, and

programming/demonstrations coinciding with events such as the annual Adirondack Rural Skills and Homesteading Festival. Garretson has also presented work for the Youth Climate Summit and SAM Fest audiences. As Garretson moves forward exploring future climbing expeditions (Denali, the highest point in North America, is her next potential goal) and research opportunities, she’s careful in weighing the balance between the tool she uses for messaging – mountain climbing – and the impact such an activity can have. “I acknowledge that I’m part of the problem and also part of the solution,” Garretson said while referring to the carbon footprint associated with some of the travel she’s taken part in. In the end, however, Garretson perceives the work as a net gain. As awareness grows, so to does the population of students, graduates and community members who strive to make a change. “That’s why I encourage students to be change agents and also focus on their local communities. We can all make positive changes.” S

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[SPOTLIGHT] Over the span of seven years, Aquil Virani has worked with more than 1,000 first-year students and used his own creativity to create artwork unique to each class. Here, many student illustrations are featured on the cuff while Viraniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compass idea was inspired by conversations around campus. To see the full piece in person, visit the Joan Weill Adirondack Library. Discover Viraniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most recent work at aquil.ca.

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[OUR PEOPLE]

FIT TO SERVE Last November, culinary students at Paul Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College gave back to veteran students by putting on a special lunch at The Ganzi, celebrating students and their military service. The meal received the attention of WPTZ and highlighted the dual meaning of the day for one particular PSC veteran.

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romas filled the room as whitegarbed culinary students brought platters from the kitchen to a buffet table. A large American flag, photographs and military garb decorated the walls. Veteran students filtered in as a cameraman shadowed a television news reporter interviewing guests around the room. It was Veteran’s Day at Paul Smith’s College, and to celebrate the occasion, The

Ganzi hosted a special lunch buffet for students who have served in the military. “We really wanted to do something that is purposely celebrating the people and the day to say thank you,” Associate Professor Kevin McCarthy told WPTZ. The lunch had special meaning for Patrick Duhaime, a culinary student at Paul Smith’s College who spent over three

decades in the Navy before enrolling here. “I love the kitchen,” said the 66-year-old. “I can’t get enough cooking, and at my age, it’s fun to do what I want to do.” Duhaime went on to explain that he’s felt very accepted, both by young students and the veteran students who call the college home. “They don’t think, “Who is this old guy at school?’ And I am enjoying myself.” “He’s a great person to have in the kitchen,” said McCarthy of Duhaime. “He’s a great mentor to have for the students about life and worldly lessons.” For the rest, it was an opportunity to celebrate good food and a tightknit college community. Ryan Novak described the food as fantastic and explained that any opportunity bring veteran students together as a whole as the best part. To see WPTZ’s complete coverage, visit watch at https://www.mynbc5.com/ article/culinary-class-serves-lunch-forveteran-students/24985651. S

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[FAREWELL]

LADY & FEE

This summer, the Paul Smith’s College community said goodbye to Lady and Fee, the mother-daughter, FrenchCanadian draft horse team that have given years to the community. The two gave 15 years to the college, from plowing fields to pulling passengers at scores of campus events, and have now retired to SUNY Delhi. The next phase of their journey is to be a comfy one, explained barn manager Sara Dougherty. SUNY Delhi was selected as the next home for the two for a number of reasons, including its veterinary technician program, the company of other horses, a heated barn, and state-of-the-art care to include “equissage,” or horse massage. 22

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Dougherty said a requirement for the horses’ departure from Paul Smith’s was that they remain together. They’ll also play a continued role in equine-based education at their new downstate home, which Dougherty described as more of a horse resort than laboratory. Another important consideration was also a strong continuation of the college’s draft horse program, and S Dougherty ensured just that – this summer, following a month-long trial run, PSC welcomed Dana and Dodge, two Austrian mountain ponies. They were officially purchased on July 1, days before Lady and Fee said goodbye. Sequel | Fall 2019

[Q&A] INTERVIEW BY ANDY JOHNSTONE

asey Gerrish ‘10, head hockey coach at Paul Smith’s College, is ready for winter. But before the women’s team takes to the ice for its inaugural season, Gerrish sat down with Sequel to talk hockey, life in the North Country, and a little more hockey. You grew up in the area and played the sport. What weight does hockey carry here? Growing up in the North Country, in Potsdam, it’s kind of a way of life. There are four colleges within 10 miles, all with hockey teams – watching Clarkson or St. Lawrence, going to practice before and after, it’s all a lot of fun. All my friends played and I stayed with it the whole way. Mite, Squirt, Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget, and if you get good you have the chance to be recognized by a junior team. It’s so engrained in the culture that it’s a way of life. The conditions are perfect. And that’s what happened for you? I was lucky enough to go to a camp and someone gave me a contract. I signed it and the next week I was playing for the Akwesasne Wolves. In the summer I played for the Champlain Valley Elite with the best players from Watertown to Plattsburgh and Albany. We played in the Chowder Cup in Boston and did well against the top players in the country. You’ve had the opportunity to learn from an accomplished coach who also happens to be family. Can you tell us about him? My uncle, Tim Gerrish, coached all the way up. He coached at North Country Community College for almost 20 years and led the Saints to the NJCAA national championship in 1995. He would run camps every summer in Potsdam and I got to see how he reacted to situations and players and he’s been so supportive. We talk almost every day and he’s a wealth of knowledge. This is your second stint of sorts at Paul Smith’s. What’s your connection here? I’m an alum of Paul Smith’s (Environmental Studies ‘10) and I always just loved the area. I just felt the pull back – I knew back in high school that I wanted to end up in the Adirondacks, and when this position came up, it fit perfectly. Going into this season, the big thing is getting the community and school excited about hockey. The support we’ve had has been amazing and we’re going to work hard toward becoming a recognizable program. Let’s have a little fun. Assemble your Paul Smith’s College employee hockey team. (Laughs.) Jim Tucker playing goaltender for his calming presence and ability to handle anything we throw at him. He’s the backbone, the foundation. Cathy Dove at center where she can control the play and lead the charge. Shannon Oborne and David Placey on the wings, feeding Cathy the puck, making plays and continuing the attack. Defense, Terry Lindsay and Nicholas Hunt-Bull, keeping us in the game and taking care of business when we’re in trouble. Ray Agnew is ready to jump in wherever he’s needed. I think he’ll be good at “chirping” the other team!

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CASEY GERRISH Role: Head hockey coach From: Potsdam, N.Y. Favorite non-conventional sport: “Hands down, curling. Not even a question. I get jacked up about curling.” Best pre-game song: “Dire Straits, ‘Money for Nothing’. In Juniors we always came out to that, and it got loud.” Memorable hockey moment: “Winning the state championship. We were the small town school from northern New York where everyone who tried out made the team while the other teams picked from 200 players.” Sequel | Fall 2019

[ALUMNI LIFE] A NOTE FROM THE ALUMNI RELATIONS MANAGER

t the start of each fall semester our Campus Safety Office works closely with Paul SmithsGabriels Volunteer Fire Department to give a fire safety demonstration. This year the demonstration featured a mock dorm room being set on fire and then knocked down by the volunteer firefighters showing just how quickly things can go from bad to tragic. Aside from being extremely informative and honestly frightening, it also got me thinking about how many of our alums have chosen to volunteer for their local fire departments. Actually, so many of them have chosen this line of work as their full-time career. So, raise your hand if you are involved with one or more of the following: Firefighting; Law Enforcement: Federal, State & Local; Military; Scouting; Search & Rescue. Perhaps you are a volunteer at a local shelter preparing meals for those less fortunate. Maybe you are involved with other service organizations such as those that help families rebuild homes after a natural disaster. Obviously I cannot see your hand raised but would love for you to reach out to let us know just the sort of work you do. Give us a chance to brag about you and show our appreciation for all the good you do in your hometown. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Heather Tuttle ‘99 #SmittyOn

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS As of July 1, 2019

Scott Van Lear ‘93 President Daniel Richards ‘89 1ST Vice President Peter Frank ‘83 2ND Vice President Matthew Purcell ‘78 Secretary Russell Wagner ‘05 Treasurer

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Darrell Austen ’94 Tara Butcher ’01 R. Justin Demers ’02 Joseph D’Urso ’98 Michael Heller ’03 Karen Klimbach Frank ’83 Russell Kuhles ’90 F. Joseph McCranels ’54 Maureen Morgan ’83 Patricia Pastella ’83 Anthony Pernisi ’16 Andrea Urmston ’89

HEATHER TUTTLE ‘99

ALUMNI EVENTS

CALENDAR JANUARY ‘20 Alumni Board Meetings Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 11-12 Albany, N.Y. NYSAPLS Turning Stone Wednesday-Friday, Jan. 22-24 Verona, N.Y.

FEBRUARY ‘20 Alumni Hockey Game Friday, February 7 Saranac Lake, N.Y. Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Alumni Reception: Hotel Saranac Saturday, Feb. 8 Saranac Lake, N.Y.

2019 2020

Saturday, May 2 Brighton, N.Y. Commencement Saturday, May 9 Paul Smith’s College

Campground Clean-Up Day Saturday, June 6 Paul Smith’s College Alumni Board Meetings Saturday-Sunday, June 6-7 Paul Smith’s College

JULY ‘20

MARCH ‘20 Pancakes at Bob’s Trees Saturday, March 21 Galway, N.Y.

Annual Alumni Association Meeting Saturday, July 25 Paul Smith’s College

Career Fair Thursday, March 26 Paul Smith’s College

AUGUST ‘20

Sugarbush Breakfast Saturday, April 18 White Pine Road, Paul Smiths, N.Y. Alumni Board Meetings Saturday-Sunday, April 18-19 Paul Smith’s College

MAY ‘20 Alumni Rugby Game

Office of Alumni Relations Phone: (518) 327-6253 Email: alumni@paulsmiths.edu Online: www.paulsmiths.edu/alumni

JUNE ‘20

Reunion 2020 Friday-Sunday, July 24-26 Paul Smith’s College

APRIL ‘20

STAY CONNECTED »

Alumni Clam Bake at Bob’s Trees Sunday, Aug. 16 Galway, N.Y.

SEPTEMBER ‘20 Campground Clean-Up Saturday, Sept. 19 Paul Smith’s College Family Homecoming Weekend Friday-Sunday, Sept. 25-27 Paul Smith’s College SUGARBUSH BREAKFAST 2019 PHOTO: KATHLEEN KECK

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[CLASS NOTES] TRAIL MARKERS BIRTHS To Nicole (Thompson ’11) and Robert Culyer ‘14, a son, Robert Aris, on April 16, 2018. To Ashley (Andy ‘15) and Robert Youngberg ‘15, a daughter, Reagan, on May 22, 2019. Welcomed home by big brother Paxton (1). To Jennie and R. Justin Demers ‘02, a son, Silas Elmore, on July 20, 2018. To Cassandra and John O’Bryan ‘07, a son, Thomas, on Jan. 10, 2019. Welcomed home by big brother John Glenn (4). To Lydia (Johnson ‘07) and Andrew Huntress a daughter, Aliza Leaf, on Feb. 6, 2019. Welcomed home by big brothers Lincoln (8), Lewis (6) and Lemuel (3). To Erin (Moore ‘05) and Ken Kehn ‘05, son and daughter, Mason Avery and Natalie Rose, on March 11, 2019. Welcomed home by big brother Dean (4). To Jennifer (Kerr ‘01) and Martin Lieb ‘05, a daughter, Mavis June, on March 26, 2019. Welcomed home by big brother Henry (4). To Cassandra Wells ‘10 and Zachary Furness, a son, Gavin Paul on May 3, 2019. To Maria and Keith Braun ‘10 a son, Edison James, on May 15, 2018. To Erin (Greene’05) and Eric Geib ‘05, a daughter, Etta Reeves, on May 29, 2019. Welcomed home by big brothers Caleb (7) and Levi (5). To Katie Jakaub ‘12 and Ben Tabor ‘97, a daughter, Josephine Lee, on July 14, 2019.

MARRIAGES Mair-Line Bourdy to Paul Hetzler ‘89 on Feb. 9, 2018. Kimberly (Plail ‘10) to Brad Burgess, Jr. ‘11 on Sept. 8, 2018. Hannah Barudin to Zack Rosenberg ‘11 on Sept. 29, 2018. Ashley (O’Reilly ‘12) to Codie Marsh ‘12 on May 5, 2018. Molly (Newman ‘14) to Thomas Youngers on Sept. 9, 2017. Kelli (Wickard ‘15) to Jacob Beachy on Sept. 16, 2018.

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CLASS NOTES

40s David R. Hanning ‘48, US Army, Lieutenant Colonel, retired. Eastman Kodak, Unit Director, retired. National Ski Patrol, patroller, 40 years, retired. American Red Cross, Volunteer, 50 years, retired. Motto: “Keep moving”. David has built seven houses, had two wives, and has eight children.

George T. Alley ‘57 writes that his two years as a student (veteran) were most enjoyable and rewarding. He is sorry that PSC was only a two-year college at that time. PSC played an important role in his life. As he enters his 87th year, he feels fortunate to have enjoyed three careers: music, business (hospitality) and college professor.

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James P. Eisenberg ‘57 writes that he is now totally retired. He say PSC is a great institution.

Kenneth E. Brown ‘50 writes that he has fond memories and gratitude for guidance by Drs. Dermitroff and Pickett.

Janet Franklin ‘58 writes to say she has no news and says, “At my age, no news is good news!”

Robert M. Town ‘52 writes that he retired from 36 years of service as a Boy Scout representative in 1993. He says, “Best wishes for the Olympic program.”

William E. Greaves ‘58 writes that on October 24, 2019, he and his wife Janet will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary.

John G. Swift ‘53 writes that he is still living in Amherst, Va., and is in good health. He has a tree farm where he plans to harvest some loblolly pine in the near future. He also says hello to the classes of ‘53 and ‘54. George E. Kukkonen ‘54 is enjoying retirement and watching his four grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren succeed in today’s world. James F. Lord ‘55 writes that he retired in 1991 after working 32 years as a New York State Forest Ranger. He says that he enjoys small project woodworking and bird watching and feeding. He is also wondering if there are any other members from the class of ‘55 who are in the area. Eric Backman ‘55 writes that he had a great time on a recent fly fishing trip to Lake Iliamna, Alaska, in September for rainbows, arctic char, and graylings. He says that he was stationed in Anchorage in 1957-58 in Fort Richardson. Henry A. Yost ‘55 writes that he is still operating a dozen restaurants in the Pasadena area, and with the help of his kids, they are in their 60th year. He says that he credits Paul Smith’s for his start. He mentions that he has three kids, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren on the way. He says that he has fond memories of his time at PSC, especially with his winning basketball team, the Empire N.Y. League from 1954-1955.

William E. Greaver ‘58 writes on behalf of his son, Andrew Greaver ‘89, that he helped raise his son’s twins and they have recently graduated from high school. A. Roger Mitchell ‘58 writes that all is well and that he is still doing some part time work in the sales and marketing field with auto and truck manufacturers. Charles F. Nassau ‘59 writes that he remembers his days at PSC with pleasure. He says that it prepared him for a career in the hospitality world. He says that he is the president of a hotel/motel association where he is on the board of directors.

60s Stephen Fenno ‘60 writes that after retiring a dozen years ago, he and his wife Martha spent the last ten years traveling across Canada and back across the southern states, as well as many in between including numbers 49 and 50. He says that they also spend their time with family, friends and classmates along the way. They visited, with Tom Knowlton ‘61, historical sites, Aztec ruins and ghost towns. He writes that they spent lots of time with their kids Sarah and Tim and their kids and great grandkids. He says that he lost his wife, best friend and co-pilot two years ago and she is still greatly missed. He says that he is in the process of moving to 140 Anson St. in Farmington, Maine 04938. (207-831-0579).

TRAIL MARKERS

Edward J. Klekowski ‘60 writes that after attending PSC, he studied at North Carolina State University as well as the University of California Berkeley. He was also a professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has since retired. He mentions that he also has been a visiting scholar at the Freiburg University in Germany, Cambridge University in England, Edinburgh University and the Polish Academy of Science. Ed writes that he is currently interested in World War One and has published four books that are available on Amazon, as well producing a few war documentaries on public television. He is also is the editor of the journal published by the World War One Historical Association. He says thank you to PSC for inspiring his love of learning that has lasted for over half a century.

Wayne F. Knipping ‘63 and his wife Kat enjoyed getting together with friends and alumni on the Lake George Cruise last September. He said it was especially good to visit with Rose and Gerald “Jerry” Hill ‘63, Joyce and William “Bill” C. Houck Jr. ‘63 and Shirley and John D. Casadonte ‘63 – all friends from years back.

C. Barre Hellquist ‘62 writes that he is now retired and has moved to Allen, Texas. Over the past 10 years, he has been working with his son Eric (Oswego State, biology) on the aquatic flora of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

William M. Shorter ‘64 writes that he’s still skiing!

Floyd K. Hopper ‘62 writes that after completing his education at PSC, he went on to graduate from Utah State and then spent two years, 1964-1966, in Chile as a Peace Corps volunteer. He is now retired after 30 years of working as a science teacher.

“Dutch” Paul E. Van Schaick ‘65 says hi to all of his friends he shared time with at PSC. He mentions that he still has great memories of all the good times spent here.

Frederick W. Ritz ‘54 on July 18, 2019, in Bridgehampton, N.Y.

David E. Wallingford ‘65 wrote to correct an error that was made when entering his last class note. He and Paul Forward ‘64 live in Alaska, not Arkansas. Dave retired from Alaska State Forestry, and Paul from USFS.

Irene M. Olson ‘54 on Feb. 3, 2019, in Medusa, N.Y.

Ronald E. Curvin ‘62 writes that he retired from being a municipal bond department manager and is currently living with his wife Penny on Owasco Lake in Moravia, N.Y., and spends six months in Tarpon Springs, Fla. He says that his daughter owns Tug Hill Realty in Sandy Creek, N.Y. He also mentions that he golfs, plays shuffleboard and participates in local activities where he lives. Donald A. Dellow ‘62 writes that he retired from the University of South Florida in 2016. Thomas G. May ‘62 writes that he has gone back to work and is now a pastor at two United Methodist churches. He also enjoys spending time with his family, kayaking, fly fishing and prison ministry. Barry S. Tindall ‘63 writes that the first of his four grandchildren, Carey Jane Oakes, has recently entered college at Virginia Tech University. John Casadonte ‘63 writes that he enjoyed the PSC Lake George Cruise with his fellow ‘63 classmates Jerry Hill, Bill Houck, Wayne Knipping and their wives.

W. David Loughlin ‘63 is enjoying retirement with this wife Sue. He say “hello” to the classes of ‘62, ‘63 and ‘64. Anthony C. Tomkowski ‘64 retired from WVU Division of Forestry and Natural Resources in 2015, as an emeritus professor in forest resource management. He is still teaching at OLLI and is enjoying family, friends, and fishing. He continues to live in Morgantown, W. Wa.

Paul E. Van Schaick ‘65 writes that he has been retired 17 years. He and his wife have nine grandchildren and a great grandchild on the way. He says hello to the class of ‘65.

John W. Glenn Jr. ‘65 writes that he and his wife Dianne continue to enjoy an active life in Florida and enjoy traveling and visiting their children and grandchildren in Buffalo and Memphis. He mentions that he was recently reelected to their Del Webb SCC Board of Directors and serves as the board’s treasurer. Richard J. Hiemenz ‘65 writes that he received a bachelor’s in HRI from Michigan State. He was then employed by the Army & Air Force “Exchange” in Dallas, Texas (great civilian company) in retailment, food management and human resource division. He says that he retired in 1996 at 51 with great benefits. He now lives in Hot Springs Village, Ark., with eight golf courses, five lakes, and located next to Ouachita National Forest. There is great hunting, fishing and hiking there.

DEATHS Jack F. Zinsmeyer ‘49 on April 10, 2019, in Burlington, N.C. John R. Kamke ‘49 on Jan. 25, 2019, in Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. Charles A. Thomas ‘50 on April 4, 2019, in Lake Placid, N.Y. E. O’Dell Ray ‘50 on May 28, 2018, in Cooperstown, N.Y. Richard O. Kinz ‘51 on May 14, 2018, in Seguin, Texas. Warren W. Delpit ‘51 on April 26, 2018, in Saint Augustine, Fla. Robert E. Leslie ‘52 on April 6, 2019, in Rodgway, Pa. Ray W. Peterson Jr. ‘52 on Oct. 9, 2018, in Chester, S.C. Robert B. Thomas ‘52 on Aug. 14, 2018, in Newburgh, N.Y.

Alan L. Thomas ‘54 on Feb. 2, 2019, in North Woodstock, N.H.

Clifford K. “Kent” Steinruck ‘54 on July 12, 2018, in Oley, Pa. J. V. Ramsey ‘55 on April 19, 2019, in Edgewater, Fla. Kenneth B. Vanalstine ‘55 on Jan. 27, 2019, in Johnstown, N.Y. John W. Shields ‘55 on Dec. 10, 2018, in West End, N.C. Rodney Crary ‘55 on Oct. 4, 2018, in Massena, N.Y. Donald W. Hardy ‘56 on March 30, 2019, in Windsor, N.Y. Frederick B. Betts ‘56 on Feb. 22, 2019, in Phoenix, N.Y. Peter A. Kalmes ‘56 on Jan. 24, 2019, in Cornwall Bridge, Conn. Richard A. Day ‘56 on Jan. 9, 2019, in Anderson, S.C. Frederick J. Mader ‘56 on Oct. 24, 2018, in Saranac Lake, N.Y. Jack M. LaFountain ‘56 on Aug. 5, 2018, in Newfane, N.Y.

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[CLASS NOTES] TRAIL MARKERS Richard R. Underhill ‘56 on Sept. 17, 2018, in Cohasset, Mass. Barry Goughan ‘56 on July 10, 2018, in Pembroke, Mass. Robert “Carl” Sanford ‘56 on May 12, 2018, in Boynton Beach, Fla. Robert R. Eilers ‘56 on April 11, 2018, in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Edward P. Hepp ‘57 on June 24, 2019, in Cambridge, N.Y. William A. Stewart Sr. ‘57 on April 11, 2019, in Mt. Kisco, N.Y. William H. Bartlett ‘57 on April 4, 2019, in Chestertown, N.Y. Douglas A. King ‘57 on Jan. 31, 2019, in Tupper Lake, N.Y. Jere Allen ‘57 on Jan. 28, 2019, in Hampton, N.H. Lyle A. Nichols ‘58 on May 13, 2019, in Wellsboro, Pa. David R. Gullett ‘58 on March 3, 2019, in Buffalo, N.Y. George M. McCormick ‘58 on Jan. 24, 2019, in State College, Pa. Frederick H. Lesser ‘58 on Oct. 5, 2018, in Somerville, N.J. Robert K. Hamilton ‘58 on May 10, 2018, in Belfast, Maine. Paul B. Doornbos on May 8, 2018, in Tarpon Springs, Fla. Donald W. Jackson ‘59 on June 17, 2018, in Knoxville, Tenn. Charles S. Bogart ‘59 on Jan. 3, 2018, in Hampton, N.J. James A. Petralia ‘60 on July 4, 2019, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Victor A. Levite ‘60 on Feb. 12, 2019, in Westfield, Mass. Richard K. James ‘60 on Nov. 24, 2018, in The Woodlands, Texas. Jerome D. Henderson ‘60 on June 16, 2018, in Bay City, Mich. Janet White ‘60 on June 4, 2018, in Cooperstown, N.Y. Daniel “Danny” Joseph Minan ‘61 on Feb. 17, 2019, in Kailua Kona, Hawaii.

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James O. Crevelling ‘65 writes that he has retired from SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry. He is now living in the Finger Lakes area of western New York and is active with Habitat for Humanity. He mentions that he is also an environmental activist supporting renewable in all forms, is opposed to any expansion to the fossil fuel industry, and that we must push back climate change. He also writes that he has a sugar bush and grows Christmas trees. He says greetings to all of his classmates from PSC and the White Pine Camp. John M. Rembold ‘65 says greeting to all of the class of ‘65. He writes that his family visited the campus a few times and camped at Rollins Pond while canoeing and hiking there. His three sons are all grown now and they visited campus on a two day trip to celebrate his 47th anniversary with his wife Gayle. He says that he hopes to climb St. Regis again before he hits 80. He sends his best to everyone. Robert M. Biesemeyer ‘66 writes that he is the owner of the Biesemeyer ADK Building Inc. as well as the INT. House LLC. He is currently working together with Hamilton College. This is his fifth year developing the college’s Adirondack program there and that Paul Smith’s should join in. His contact information is bob12942@gmail.com. R. Michael Kirkland ‘66 writes that he is looking forward to Reunion 2021 (55 years). He hopes some others from class will come! He and his wife really enjoy living in the Knoxville, Tenn. area. He says to call anytime to get together! Frank B. Lesniewski ‘66 writes that other Smitty grads that live in the woods outside of downtown Wells are his neighbors down the street, Bear Both ‘77 and Jim Abbott ‘79. “None of us could leave park living in the Adirondacks!” Marcus G. Phelps ‘66 writes that he enjoys working in the VT building at the Big E in West Springfield, Mass., with a recent PSC grad. The student made maple candy and he and his wife packaged it for sale. Eugene P. Schmidt ‘67 writes that he has retired to North Carolina to be close to his children and major medical at Duke. He says that he leads a volunteer group and does landscape maintenance in his community. They are planning to plant 350 seedlings on the property by December. He mentions that he also volunteers at the NC State JC Raulston Arboretum.

Thomas F. Sherman ‘67 celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary in August. He still loves skiing. He won the Midwest Regional Championship in Northern Minnesota, 70+ group. He has his best national ranking ever – the group is getting small. Donald J. Simpson ‘68 writes that his 50th reunion celebration was wonderful. He said it was great talking about the old days with the other 1968 graduates. He said the entire program was well-attended, impressive, and that it made him proud to be a PSC graduate. Stephen J. Vacula Sr. ‘68 is in his 10th year of retirement and is trying to enjoy as much of it as possible. Karl R. “Von” Braun ‘68 recently retired and needs to attend alumni weekend. He sends his regards to his former roommate Neil Cheney ‘68 from Redfield, N.Y. He recalls the Currier Hall snow drifts to the second floor windows – “Perfect Smitty weather!” George S. Foster III ‘68 writes that he is a professional auctioneer and appraiser. He is also the owner of The Complete Auction Service in Epsom, N.H. (www. thecompleteauctionservice.com). He says that he is celebrating 42 years in the action and appraisal business. J. Donald Craven II ‘69 writes that they sold his beach-front resort but bought a lot of real estate in Jacksonville, Fla. His daughter lives in the UK and they travel to see her and the grandchildren two times a year, plus they take two more weeks and tour Europe. He says if anyone is coming to Florida by car, give him a call, he’d love to see you. John W. George ‘69 writes that he has been retired from teaching for 10 years. He hikes in a national park out west every September. He plans to visit Zion and Bryce this year. Jeff V. Parady-Ashton ‘69 writes that he is enjoying life and retirement with lots of travel, skiing and golf. He also enjoys spending time with his 2-year-old grandson Logan. He also mentions that he celebrated his 40th anniversary this past summer in Hawaii with all of his family.

70s Joel A. Perry ‘70 writes that he is a surveyor for the state conservation department. Jack Hefti ‘70 writes that he is now retired and is living in Fort Myers, Fla. Thomas F. Carlson ‘70 writes that he is currently living in Delmar, N.Y. James R. Ellis ‘70 writes that he attended PSC from 1966-1968 and then went into the Army, which included a tour in Vietnam. He then returned to PSC in 1970 and graduated in December of that year. After that he continued his education with a bachelor’s of finance from Florida Integration in 1978, as well as a master’s in business leadership in 2005 from Belhaven College. He became a distinguished toastmaster in 2008. He is now retired and living near the beach in St. Petersburg, Fla. He says that his friends can now reach him by email at dtm.jim.ellis@hotmail.com Bernard W. Bredbenner Jr. ‘71 writes that he spent 40 years in the restaurant/ hotel business., retired, then drove a tractor trailer after he went to driving school. He drove for Lycoming County, Pa., shared ride program, retired again, and is now rebuilding old cars, including a 1937 Plymouth four-door sedan. (“Almost done.”) Then he’ll start a 1941 Plymouth Business Coupe, putting a 1956 De Soto 330 CI V-8 Hemi in it. He is living in Bastree, Pa., outside Williamsport and met a Smitty lady in Lock Haven, class of ‘99. Clarence “Clark” Trudeau ‘71 writes that he is enjoying his retirement on his Christmas tree farm, which his father started in 1965. He says that it has given his children and grandchildren much happiness and memories from working there. He attributes that to PSC, where he received not only an education in school, but an education in how to live his life. Andre G. Brochu ‘72 say he can’t wait for his 50th. Theodore “Snag” J. Karns ‘75 writes that he enjoyed reading the class notes from the fall Sequel about “Rat Slapping.” Theodore J. Karns ‘72 writes that he enjoyed watching Smitties in forestry on CNN and says that PSC is always in the running.

Hugh R. Law ‘72 writes that after attending PSC he continued his education at SUNY Plattsburgh. He mentioned that after thirty years of service, he retired as a security supervisor for WYDOCS. Andrew F Kittsley ‘72 has been a climbing arborist for 40 years. Following five years as lead arborist at Walt Disney World, he has been the urban forester for Orlando, Fla. for the last 31 of them. (“The math is wrong, so add four years as an arborist in Syracuse, N.Y.”) He has three grown kids, and with two exes, he has fully embraced the “Modern American Experience”. He adds if anyone from dorm 7 or 9 is coming to Florida, he’ll supply a list of hotels. John F. Minnick ‘72 writes that he has been living in Phoenix, Ariz., since 1973. He says that he is currently a special education middle school teacher in the Paradise Valley School District. James R. Zynsky ‘72 is back into growing and managing forest (from being the end user in building construction) as a member of the North Carolina tree farm system. He is growing and managing pine and mixed hardwoods on his own property. David R. Newland (formerly Tubbs) ‘74 writes that he is still continuing with his business after 30 years. He says that he just bought a farm in Orange, Va., and will be retiring in 2019.

TRAIL MARKERS Norman Schweizer ‘61 on Feb. 3, 2018, in Missoula, Mont. David B. Duncan ‘62 on Sept. 27, 2018, in Lewes, Del. David E. Herlt ‘62 on July 31, 2018, in Pawleys Island, S.C. David L. Tucker ‘62 on April 29, 2018, in Wilmington, Del. Michael Miles ‘63 on Nov. 4, 2018, in Sarasota, Fla. Robert R. Dartt III ‘63 on July 18, 2019, in Eureka Springs, Ark. David A. Jennings ‘64 on March 31, 2019, in Pennsboro, W. Va. John “Jack” Dirga ‘64 on June 4, 2018, in Ocala, Fla. Willard M. Longshore ‘65 on June 4, 2019, in Massena, N.Y. Keith N. Swartz ‘65 on Feb. 24, 2019, in Guilford, Conn. John A. Baugh III ‘65 on Jan. 11, 2019, in Guilderland, N.Y. Peter L. Noschese ‘65 on Aug. 9, 2018, in Charlotte, N.C. James S. Straub ‘65 on July 3, 2018, in Winfield, Pa. William Rick Blackmore ‘65 on June 28, 2018 in Winterville, Ga.

Greg “Maddog” Migdal ‘74 says he just wants to say hello to all of his friends from the Hilltop dorms 9 and 10.

George P. Buchert ‘65 on March 2, 2018, in Lindon, Utah.

Edward D. Sperry ‘74 writes that he retired on April 14th, 2016, after 38 years working as an electrical test technician for Brookhaven National Laboratory. He says that he loves being retired.

Joseph W. Pineau ‘66 on July 18, 2018, in Brattleboro, Vt.

John W. Leonard III ‘74 writes that he’s still surveying. James A. Martin ‘74 works for the State of Colorado, Department of Natural Resources, Div. Water Resources, Div. Six, Steamboat Springs, Colo. (505 Anglers Drive, Ste. 101). He is a program assistant/ engineer tech I. Cheryl is living in Lowville, N.Y. Christa and family are living in Lakewood, Colo. He invites the class of ‘74 and all alumni to stop by the office to catch up. He hopes everyone is doing great!

Richard H. Dunbar ‘66 on Jan. 21, 2019, in Milford, N.H.

John D. Konkle II ‘66 on April 19, 2018, in Dillsburg, Pa. Vesta M. (Goodenough) Hackenberger ‘67 on Sept. 24, 2018, in Summerdale, Pa. Ernest W. Franklin Jr. ‘67 on Aug. 18, 2018, in Orange Park, Fla. John A. Kennedy ‘67 on April 28, 2018, in Chateaugay, N.Y. Roy G. Moore ‘67 on April 25, 2018, in East Greenbush, N.Y. Peter V. Wildzunas ‘68 on Nov. 8, 2018, in Schenectady, N.Y.

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[CLASS NOTES] TRAIL MARKERS Ermine J. Venuto ‘68 on Aug. 26, 2018, in Phenix City, Ala. John F. Bicknell III ‘69 on Dec. 2, 2018, in Gorham, Maine. Gustave A. Bundt ‘69 on Nov. 26, 2018, in Key Largo, Fla. Steven D. Glenn ‘69 on Nov. 19, 2018, in Queensbury, N.Y. Annemarie A. Egnoto ‘68 on Nov. 13, 2018, in DeWitt, N.Y. Michael D. Kondroski ‘69 on Sept. 9, 2018, in Saranac Lake, N.Y. Stephen R. Walker ‘70 on March 3, 2019, in Holley, N.Y. Eileen F. Jackson ‘70 on Dec. 17, 2018, in Worcester, Mass. Charles W. Burgess ‘70 on Oct. 27, 2018, in Eastport, N.Y.

Edward J. Hermann ‘75 writes that he has three children and six grandchildren who range in age from four to 21. He says that he plans on semi-retiring in July to spend even more time traveling the country. He hopes to stop and see some old friends he remembers fondly including The Mouse, Bart Maverick, Joe R. and others. He has spent 32 years as a sawyer in two different sawmills. Bruce W. Graver ‘75 is still working at Graver Tree Inc., the company he founded in 1976 shortly after graduation. His son Alex Graver is a Connecticut licensed arborist and hopefully will be taking over the company. His job is now downgraded from climber to salesman. Next downgrade: retirement. Joseph H. Finan ‘75 writes that he is enjoying retirement from the National Park Service and living in Greenwich, N.Y. He enjoyed a visit from Livermore roommate Keith Murphy.

John P. Simons ‘75 says enjoy and continue the PSC Adventure! Walter Nadolink ’75 says, “I stayed the full two years at Paul Smith’s, class of 1975, but never graduated. In1979 I opened a pest control company called New England Pest Control of New Hampshire and New England Chemical of Massachusetts. To this day, I have taken in over $50 million. The business has given me the luxury to visit the Rockies in my RV every summer for the last 40 years, deer hunt the northeast daily for three months, and spend all winter fishing the Gulf of Mexico from my waterfront house in Goodland, Fla. I’ll never forget Paul Smith’s, which I visit often, and the times I had with all my lifelong friends. PSC gave me the edge in life, and the life I have lived for the last 40 years was like winning the lottery. Stick to your dreams, work hard, it will come young students. Everyone’s friend, Walt Nadolink.”

Peter J. Dorn ‘70 on Oct. 10, 2018, in Denville, N.J. Blaine C. McCormack ‘70 on Aug. 29, 2018, in Castleton, N.Y. Howard “Fred” White ‘70 on June 27, 2018, in Malone, N.Y. Michael D. Snyder ‘71 on Nov. 16, 2018, in North Charleston, S.C. Michael D. Stickney ‘71 on Aug. 18, 2018, in Malone, N.Y. Peter J. Apuzzo ‘71 on Jan. 12, 1981, in Woodstock, Ga. James H. Hastings Jr. ‘72 on March 11, 2019, in Harrisville, N.H. John E. Buenau Jr. ‘72 on Feb. 22, 2019, in Hot Spring, Ark. Jeffry W. Williams ‘72 on July 14, 2018, in Helena, Mont. Gordon M. Knapp ‘72 on June 25, 2018, in Branford, Conn. Patricia J. Sutta ‘72 on April 21, 2018, in The Villages, Fla. Thomas D. Bray ‘73 on Dec. 26, 2018, in Holyoke, Mass. Michael R. Sackett ‘73 on April 30, 2018, in Solon, Maine. Adam k. Schneider ‘74 on Dec. 29, 2018, in Lafayette, Colo. Robert C. Bagley ‘64 on Dec. 11, 2018, in Casco, Maine.

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PICTURED ABOVE: Gary Boudreau ‘75 and a few other men get together at least once a year at Mirror Lake Inn in Lake Placid to re-live their college days. Gary’s wife Sandy made scarves for them and added the leaning pine logo to each. From left to right: Gary Boudreau ‘75, retired arborist, West Hartford, Conn.; Richard Schabacker ‘75, owner of The Tree Man, Denville, N.J.; Richard Wheeler ‘74, Tamkee Tree, N.J.; Mike Matroni ‘75, paper mill industry; Steve Mullett ‘75, nuclear regulatory industry, Vt.; Jim Cortis ‘75, electronics industry, Mass. Also joining us for the last few years but not pictured is Peter Quandt ‘74, self-employed decorative masonry and landscaping, Ore.

Richard L. von Hagn ‘76 writes that he retired on March 23 and moved to Florida on April 2. Francis Rice (Connelly) ‘76 is living in Brandon, Fla., with her husband Vaughn. Her love of excitement and challenge continues as she teaches fifth grade at a Christian school and is also children’s director at Kings Ave. Baptist Church. With their blended family of six adult children, they have 13 grandchildren. She says hello to Bill Herrick ‘76, Patty Kohany ‘76, Gail ‘77 and Rick Fisher ‘77, Melissa Mc Donald ‘76, Sue Heinemeyer ‘76 and the rest of the gang. Stephen L. Mackey ‘77 writes that he biked the Great Divide mountain bike route with his daughter this summer. It started in Jasper, Alberta, and ended in Antelope Wells, N.M. on the Mexico border. He says that they biked for two months, 3,335 miles, with 200,000 vertical feet. He says it was an awesome trip. Eini Lowell-Ammeson ‘77 is closing in on wrapping up an almost 40-year career studying wood quality and utilization. The last 30 years have been with the USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station as a research scientist. Following retirement, she and her husband will stay in Oregon and spend more time on recreational pursuits and gardening. James Murray ‘77 writes, “My wife Maureen and I have gone to a number of national parks this year and last and saw some very beautiful things we photographed so we never forget how great they are. Yosemite last year had record snowmelt, making all the waterfalls their best. Glacier Point, looking down on the village, Yosemite, Nevada, and Vernal Falls was the highlight of that park. We also went to Sequoia and Kings Canyon to see the big trees which were something special. This year, we just got back from the Grand Canyon and Zion and the real special slot canyon in Page, Ariz., Antelope Canyon. Spectacular. Can’t imagine doing anything more satisfying in my retirement than seeing the most beautiful places North America has to offer.” Paul McMorris ‘78 has completed his latest novel entitled “Redemption on the Rails Electric” and is currently negotiating with the publishers. “It’s a timeless tale of a disabled Korean War vet, set in NYC 1957, who loves watching the model trains go round and round, from the

confines of his wheelchair outside the window of the National Toy Train Lines’ Manhattan showroom window, until he becomes part of the layout himself as a train engineer and is tasked with saving the passenger train lines owner’s daughter from the clutches of an evil Baron who owns a competing freight train line. Kind of like ‘The Wizard of Oz’ meets ‘Night at the Museum.’ Not yet available in bookstores or online, but hopefully by year’s end. Should have universal appeal for both the young adult, adult and model train enthusiasts market.”

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Clarence D. Swearengen ‘78 writes that he retired from the federal government and is now working part-time at Home Depot.

Michael B. Schardt ‘75 on Oct. 28, 2018, in Manchester, Conn.

Justin Kennick ‘78 writes that he is starting to think about retirement. He also mentions that he is still married to his beautiful and talented wife Marge. He also says that he is still working full time at the Old Sturbridge Village. Alan C. Down ‘78 writes that he retired in 2013 as director of food service at Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge, N.Y. Wesley Vanderhorst ’79 writes, “The men and women of the ‘Leaning Pine’ institution are impeccable as I recall as most of my family members graduated Saint Lawrence University. A college degree is useful, a Smitty immediately employed. As I attended my alma mater of Paul Smith’s, most then went west to Alaska and Nevada. Instead, as a surveyor, I went to California to build roads and bridges. Retired now, Estado de California. Send me airfare and snowshoes I’ll stop in and build the biggest ice palace Saranac Lake has ever seen! Have fun and know the J stroke! Thank your mother, father and God you have passed this institution, like me, WGV.” Martin Apuzzo ‘79 writes that he went to PSC for restaurant management back when it was still only a two-year school. He then went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in accounting and business administration to then realize he prefers working outdoors. He started working for his father’s tree company where he is now the president. He says it’s funny how things turn out sometimes and how now looking back, he wishes he would’ve studied forestry.

Gregory M. Grzybowski ‘74 on April 26, 2018, in Baton Rouge, La. Carl F. Philbrick ‘75 on Feb. 21, 2019, in Windsor Locks, Conn. Jonathan D. Adams ‘75 on Jan. 5, 2019, in Naples, Fla. Donald R. Cowles Jr. ‘75 on Nov. 9, 2018, in Skowhegan, Maine. David A. Lewis ‘75 on Nov. 4, 2018, in Rock Springs, Wyo.

Alan L. Vallejo ‘75 on May 29, 2018, in Divide, Colo. Thomas A. Cushing ‘75 on Jan. 19, 2018, in Hartford, N.Y. Mark W. Young ‘76 on Nov. 5, 2018, in Albany, N.Y. David C. Deprodocini ‘76 on May 18, 2018, in Lakeville, Conn. Ronald H. Burlingham ‘76 on July 27, 2019, in Kingston, N.Y. Mark W. Vogler ‘77 on May 30, 2019, in McBain, Mich. Edward M. Wright ‘77 on Jan. 5, 2019, in Middletown, N.Y. David P. Conopask ‘77 on Dec. 1, 2018, in Ammon, Idaho. Timothy M. Harvey ‘77 on June 23, 2018, in Mohnton, Pa. Erick C. Pfeffer ‘77 on June 12, 2018, in Albany, N.Y. Michael J. McIntosh ‘77 on April 22, 2018, in Owings Mills, Md. David J. Orlando ‘77 on July 31, 2019, in Boca Raton, Fla. Amy A. Whisher ‘78 on Dec. 8, 2018, in Canton, N.Y. Ernest R. Smith II ‘78 on Nov. 10, 2018, in New Milford, N.J. Jeffrey J. Couture ‘78 on Nov. 1, 2018, in Saranac Lake, N.Y. Elizabeth M. Harschow ‘80 on July 13, 2019, in Kingston, N.Y. Timothy L. Haag ‘80 on May 1, 2019, in Alma, Colo. Sarah “Sally” Chapin Schweizer ‘80 on Jan. 29, 2019, Lake Clear, N.Y.

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[CLASS NOTES] TRAIL MARKERS David G. Starkweather ‘80 on Dec. 29, 2018, in Queensbury, N.Y. John R. Smolko ‘80 on Sept. 6, 2018, in Archbald, Pa. Thomas S. Dougherty ‘80 on Jan. 6, 2018, in Rochester, N.Y. Todd R. Anderson ‘81 on May 2019, in Mechanicsburgh, Pa. H. Michael Kelly ‘81 on April 10, 2019, in Olathe, Colo. Peter R. Mattson ‘81 on Jan. 1, 2019, in Largo, Fla. Steven J. Finn ‘82 on Jan. 4, 2019, in Bloomingdale, N.Y. Michael V. Manno ‘82 on June 30, 2018, in Grand Prairie, Texas. DJ Smith ‘83 on July 30, 2018, in Bloomingdale, N.Y. Samuel S. Waterbury ‘86 on May, 1, 2019, in Newport, N.Y. Kimberly A. (Sell) Winand ‘86 on Dec. 11, 2018, in Randallstown, Md. David H. Polgreen ‘86 on April 28, 2018, in Lowell, Mass. Richard W. Castellano ‘89 on Oct. 31, 2018, in Odenville, Ala. Eric M. King ‘89 on Jan. 11, 2018, in Philadelphia, Pa. Douglas Randa ‘94 on Dec. 8, 2018, in Clermont, Fla. Matthew Lindahl ‘95 on April 26, 2019, In Rockport, Maine. Alvin H. Greenberg, former faculty member, on Nov. 17, 2018, in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Raymond T. Ryan, former Trustee on May, 29, 2018, in Cazenovia, N.Y. Elizabeth Phelps Stokes Hawkins on April 30, 2018, in Columbia, Md. Kyle L. Rossetti ‘03 on July 20, 2019, in Phoenix, N.Y. Steven P. Dodd ‘04 on Aug. 20, 2018, in Truckee, Calif. Jeremy A. Deeks ‘07 on June 8, 2018, in Jefferson, N.J. Blake M. Murphy ‘20 on Dec. 1, 2018, in Syosset, N.Y.

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80s Charles J. Schweikert ‘80 writes that he is three years retired from Erie County, N.Y., parks, recreation and forestry. Andrew T. Guatelli ‘80 writes that it was good to meet the other alums at the PSC reunion in 2018. He sends a big thank you to Ray and Drew for setting up a wonderful afternoon. He hopes to see other alums in the area at the next event. Deborah (Anson ‘80) and William “Bill” Goslin ‘79 write that they are joyful of the birth of their first grandchild, a girl. They say that even at three months old, she shows a great interest in trees. They are both still employed by the Bitterroot National Forest. Dr. Peter A. Palmiotto ‘82 was appointed Chair of the Environmental Studies department at Antioch University New England where he has been a faculty member for 18 years. He earned his doctorate in Forestry at Yale University School of Forestry and Environmental Studies. He serves on his town’s conservation commission and puts his profession of forestry into practice as director of Antioch forests. Palmiotto will head one of the oldest ES graduate programs in the US whose graduates, trained in an interdisciplinary learning community, are leaders and change agents around the world. Mark Gregoire ‘82 writes that he and his wife Kellie are keeping busy and having fun raising their six children. Michael S. Reep ‘83 was awarded his Ph.D. in information technology from George Mason University in May 2018. James M. Savage ‘84 writes that he continues to work as a professor for SUNY ESF Ranger School and records and performs music in his spare time. He mentions that his son Ryan is currently at PSC in the Arboriculture and Landscape Management program and is also playing hockey for PSC. His other son Beckett is in ninth grade and also enjoys playing hockey. He also says that his family is loving life in the Adirondacks. Carol A. (Gerard ‘85) and Joseph D. Krauss ‘85 have been married for 31 years and have one son. They would love to hear from old friends – cakrauss121@gmail.com David G. Rondeau ‘85 received the NHTOA annual award of Outstanding Logger 2018.

Mark Jensen ’86 writes, “Retired in February, 2019, from the US Army with 27 years of active duty. Currently searching for my next career.“ Paul J. Hetzler ‘89 got married in Gatineau, Quebec, to Mari-Line Bourdy on Feb. 9, 2018. Marie-Line teaches junior high in Quebec. “Elle est formidable!” Paul published “Shady Characters: Plant Vampires, Caterpillar Soup, Leprechaun Trees and Other Hilarities of the Natural World” (Lexingford, 2018). “Ask for it at the Packbasket! Back cover testimonials include quotes from Dr. Curt Stager, Bill McKibben and Joe Bruchac. You can enter Shady Characters Paul Hetzler” in the Amazon search bar.”

90s Brian P. Reublinger ‘93 graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Southern New Hampshire University in communications and public relations in 2019.

00s Kathleen E. (Gleason ‘08) and Brandon M. Moser ‘08 are both so thrilled to be back in the Adirondacks, and closer to their second home PSC! Their hearts and souls truly feel full. Matthew T. Migliore ‘10 won a competition on the Food Network, “CHOPPED”, in April. He is an accomplished chef de cuisine at Llama Inn in Brooklyn, N.Y.

10s Adam Gottemoeller ‘12 writes that this year he transferred back to Missouri with his wife and three young boys. He is now working as a soil conservation agent with NRCS and the USDA. Ashley Marsh (O’Reilly ‘12) writes, “My husband Codie Marsh and I are both 2012 graduates. Codie and I met our freshman year of college where we both lived in LMS. When we first met we realized that we had grown up in neighboring towns and never knew each other until college. For years we remained friends and didn’t start dating until fall semester of 2010. On May 5, 2012, Codie and I graduated from PSC and exactly six years later we were married with the same people standing by our side. We love PSC and the memories we made there. It

will always be a huge part of our story.” Jennifer L Maguder ’15 moved back to the Adirondacks last April when she got the chance to take a position as director of programs at Great Camp Sagamore. She says it’s an unusual job with a lot of excitement in the summer and the opportunity to work full time from home in the winter. Jennifer lives in Lake Clear and goes to the VIC just about every day to get some exercise by skiing, snowshoeing or running on favorite trails.

Moriah Dieterle ‘15 writes that she is currently working with the California Conservation Corps. While working there she has done mostly trail maintenance on various trails in the area. While on the project she says that she has to live in a tent with no electronics, with the only form of communication being “snail mail.” Supplies are brought to her and her crew every week by mules. She mentions that with her work she also has to take a class at the end of every workday to learn more

about the nature and the culture of the area she is working in. She says that she is also very interested in learning about the history of logging in New York, specifically the Adirondacks. Cody S. Johnson ‘16 was featured in the June 2018 issue of Northern Logger Magazine.

NOTICE TO OUR ALUMNI COMMUNITY Sexual misconduct has become a national conversation, particularly on college campuses. Paul Smith’s College recognizes that sexual assault, dating violence, stalking and harassment have always occurred at institutions across the globe, and we are committed to being both a voice and actor in the current national conversation. With that, we are proud to announce that we have received a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice designed to implement a strategic plan to prevent sexual misconduct. Paul Smith’s College is one of 57 higher education institutions awarded these funds. The ultimate goal is to create effective and comprehensive responses to sexual misconduct. This approach includes both prevention and intervention measures and requires a coordinated, multi-faceted effort. The college has brought on Deirdre Loftus as coordinator of Campus Advocacy Response Education (C.A.R.E.) to spearhead grant efforts and evaluate all prevention and response efforts through an interdisciplinary, evidencebased approach. Paul Smith’s ultimate goal is to continue protecting and empowering our students, community and visitors. In addition to Loftus’ role, we have launched a C.A.R.E. team comprised of 22 department members, students and community partners. This group meets regularly and has developed a strategic plan to enhance all relevant policies, prevention education efforts and response procedures. This group has already been shown to effectively shift and foster campus culture. Members of the C.A.R.E. team operate on a set of core values to ensure that we are survivor-centric, trauma- and evidence-informed, culturally competent, intersectional, collaborative and open-minded. The team would also like

to invite alumni representation. Students attending college today have the wonderful privilege of protections and rights that were not present decades ago. Paul Smith’s College supports any Smitty in their process coping with misconduct and welcomes the reporting of instances of misconduct experienced while enrolled to Campus Safety at (518) 327-6300. We encourage all survivors of sexual misconduct to receive the support they need through 24/7 resources including: National assistance: RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline, (800) 656-4673

Deirdre Loftus C.A.R.E. Coordinator (518) 327-6263 dloftus@paulsmiths.edu

Male survivor support: 1 in 6, www.1in6.org/helpline We strive to empower our community and do so as required by law, our policies and our principles. C.A.R.E. and the greater Paul Smith’s community will act in ways that foster a culture of consent and respect while ensuring our system’s response to victims/survivors is seamless, consistent and supportive. We would love to hear from you and engage alumni in these efforts. If you’re interested in getting involved or representing alumni on our C.A.R.E. team, contact Loftus using the information provided above.

Sequel | Fall 2019

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