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SUNY Cortland announces Fall 2023 president's list

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A total of 814 SUNY Cortland students earned President's List honors for the Fall 2023 semester. To qualify for the President's List, students must earn a grade of A- or better in each of their classes while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more.

Among those honored were:

  • Emma Efing of Le Roy (Adoles Educ-Social Studies)
  • Kaylie Kratz of Batavia (Incl Early Child Edu(B-2) WAIT)
  • Allie Schwerthoffer of Batavia (Healthcare Management)

SUNY Canton announces part-time honors for Fall 2023

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SUNY Canton recognizes its part-time students for academic achievement during the fall 2023 semester.

"Your commitment to balancing multiple responsibilities while pursuing your education is truly admirable," said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. "By earning Part-Time Honors, you have demonstrated exceptional determination and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Keep up the remarkable work, and may your academic journey continue to inspire others."

The college created Part-Time Honors to recognize students who earned at least a 3.25 GPA in 6 to 11 credit hours of coursework. It stands alongside the college's Dean's List and President's List as one of the top awards given for academic success during a single semester.

Area students who earned Part-Time Honors include:

  • Dawn Hunter, a SUNY Canton Legal Studies major from Batavia.
  • Patrick J. Urckfitz, a SUNY Canton Management major from Penfield.

Molly Simms earns president's list honors at SUNY Canton

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SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran recognizes Molly Simms a SUNY Canton Criminal Investigation major from Bergen, for earning a spot on the President's List during the fall 2023 semester.

"Congratulations to the outstanding students who have earned a well-deserved place on the President's List," Szafran said. "Your remarkable achievement is a reflection of your unwavering dedication, persistent effort, and exceptional academic prowess. I am immensely proud to witness your success and observe your excellence in this highly competitive academic environment. May this accomplishment propel you towards even greater achievements in your future endeavors."

President's List recognizes full-time students who achieve a 3.75 or greater GPA during a single semester.

Colby Leggo has been named a Presidential Scholar at Clarkson University

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Colby Leggo of Bergen, a senior majoring in electrical engineering, was named a Presidential Scholar for the Fall 2023 semester at Clarkson University.

Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.

Matthew Sheffield named to SNHU dean's list

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Matthew Sheffield of Pavilion has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Fall 2023 Dean's List. The fall terms run from September to December.

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.

Town of Alabama Republican Committee is seeking interested candidates

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The Town of Alabama Republican Committee is seeking interested candidates to fill an open position for Town of Alabama Justice. The Town of Alabama Republican Committee will recommend to the Town of Alabama Board for the open position.

Please send a letter of intent to Town of Alabama Republican Chairman, Earl LaGrou. 7420 Macomber Rd. Oakfield or via email, earl@lwemail.com. If you have any questions please call Earl LaGrou at 716-912-8195. All letters need to be in no later than January 31.

Brooke Jarkiewicz has been named to Clarkson University's dean's list

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Brooke Jarkiewicz of Byron, a sophomore majoring in civil engineering, was named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2023 semester at Clarkson University.

Dean's List students must achieve a minimum 3.25 grade-point average and also carry at least 14 credit hours.

Lucy Coniber has been named a presidential scholar at Clarkson University

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Lucy R. Coniber of Corfu, a junior majoring in biology, was named a Presidential Scholar for the Fall 2023 semester at Clarkson University.

Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.

GCC welcomes former Batavia Police Sgt. Daniel Coffey as director of campus safety

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Photo of Daniel Coffey 
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Genesee Community College proudly announces the swearing-in of Daniel Coffey as the new Director of Campus Safety. The official ceremony took place on Monday, Jan. 8, marking the commencement of Coffey's tenure in this crucial leadership role.

Dan brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished career in law enforcement and emergency services to Genesee Community College. Serving with the Batavia Police Department since 2003, Coffey has consistently demonstrated excellence and leadership in various capacities. Notably, he was promoted to Sergeant in 2012. His exceptional contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards, including the Kiwanis Criminal Justice Award in 2018 and the Meritorious Service Award in 2016, further highlighting his commitment to public safety and community service.

In addition to his commendable service with the Batavia Police Department, Coffey has been an active member of the Town of Batavia Fire Department, Inc. since 2001. His dedication to the community is evident through his five years of service as Fire Chief, where he also held roles as Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief Captain and Lieutenant. In 2004, Coffey received the Chief's Award, a testament to his outstanding contributions to the fire department.

Genesee Community College is confident that Coffey's extensive background in law enforcement, emergency services, and leadership roles will greatly enhance the safety and security measures on our campus. We look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly bring to our college community.

Upon his swearing-in, Coffey shared his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, "I am honored and excited to join the Genesee Community College team as the Director of Campus Safety. My experience in law enforcement and emergency services has prepared me well for this position, and I am eager to contribute to the safety and well-being of the college community."

Please join us in welcoming Daniel Coffey to Genesee Community College. We are confident that his leadership will further strengthen our commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty and staff.

For more information contact Vice President, Development and External Affairs Justin Johnston at (585) 345-6809, or via email: jmjohnston@genesee.edu.

Thomas Keele memorial livestock award recognizes outstanding 4-H member

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Submitted photo of Madelynn Pimm with one of her 4-H Swine Project animals.

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The Genesee County 4-H Program proudly announces Madelynn Pimm as the recipient of the 2023 Thomas Keele Memorial 4-H Livestock Award. This award recognizes Madelynn's exceptional achievements in both the 4-H Beef and Swine Projects.

The Thomas Keele Memorial 4-H Livestock Award, made possible by generous donations in memory of Thomas Keele, aims to honor 4-H members who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in livestock projects.

Madelynn Pimm, this year's deserving winner, embodies the spirit of the award through her continuous commitment to learning and her passion for building connections within the agricultural community. Her enthusiasm for showing beef and swine extends beyond the arena, fostering new relationships and connections.

Madelynn's notable accomplishments include winning the title of Grand Champion 4-H Hog Showman at the Genesee County Fair last year. At this year's fair, she further showcased her expertise by winning her 4-H Beef Showmanship class, highlighting her consistent dedication to excellence. Her achievements are not only a testament to her hard work but also an inspiration to fellow 4-H members aspiring to excel in livestock projects.

In her own words, Madelynn expresses her favorite aspect of participating in livestock projects: "I love constantly learning and making new connections. Meeting new people and connecting with them over agriculture is what makes these experiences so meaningful."

For more information about the Thomas Keele Memorial 4-H Livestock Award or to inquire about other Genesee County 4-H programs, please contact the Genesee County 4-H Program at genesee4h@cornell.edu or (585) 343-3040 ext. 101. Genesee County 4-H is a youth development program for youth ages 5-18.  New 4-H youth members, adult volunteers, and clubs are always welcome to join. 

Urbanczyk named to PennWest fall 2023 dean's list

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Congratulations to Charles Urbanczyk of East Bethany on being named to the Pennsylvania Western University Dean's List for the 2023 fall semester.

Over 3,200 Pennsylvania Western University students earned placement on the Dean's List. Degree-seeking undergraduate students who achieve high academic standards are identified in accordance with the following criteria:

  • The student must earn a minimum semester GPA of 3.40. 
  • The student must earn a minimum of 12 graded credits during the semester, not including credits by proficiency examinations, incomplete grades, temporary grades (e.g., Not Reported), or satisfactory/unsatisfactory grades.

Urbanczyk studies at PennWest's Edinboro Campus.

Kresock of Elba achieves fall 2023 dean's list at Belmont University

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Connor Kresock, of Elba, qualified for Belmont University's Fall 2023 Dean's List. Approximately 52 percent of Belmont's 7,338 undergraduate students qualified.

Belmont Provost Dr. David Gregory said, "The Dean's List achievement reflects the hard work, perseverance, and dedication to academic excellence of Belmont's outstanding students. It is my privilege to congratulate these individuals on their semester-long academic efforts. To our most recent graduates receiving this distinguishment, you are hope-inspiring examples to your peers and future colleagues. To the students returning next semester, may this achievement be a stepping stone towards even greater pursuits in your academic journey."

Dean's List eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C.

State Public High School Athletic Association names fall 2023 scholar-athlete teams

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The New York State Public High School Athletic Association Inc. (NYSPHSAA) announces its Fall 2023 Scholar-Athlete teams and number of Scholar-Athlete individuals per team. This is the 32nd year NYSPHSAA has conducted the Scholar-Athlete program, which is sponsored by Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc.

NYSPHSAA recognized 3,967 Scholar-Athlete teams this Fall. To qualify as a team, 75% of a team’s average GPA for the Fall must be equal to or greater than 90%. Additionally, 51,625 students received individual scholar-athlete recognition by earning an individual average of 90 or above for the fall season, whether their team qualified or not.

“Congratulations to all the teams and student-athletes who continue to work hard day in and day out both on the field/court and in the classroom,” said Dr. Robert Zayas, Executive Director. “NYSPHSAA is thrilled to recognize your dedication to the true meaning of interscholastic athletics.”

649 schools participated in the program, which accounts for 83.4% of the NYSPHSAA membership.

The full list of Scholar-Athlete teams for the Fall 2023 season can be found here.

The number of Scholar-Athlete individuals per team for the Fall 2023 season can be found here.

Each season, schools are responsible for submitting the Scholar-Athlete information on the NYSPHSAA website. The Winter Scholar-Athlete submission opens on Monday, January 29, with a deadline to submit by Monday, March 11, 2024.

Johanna Knickerbocker named to Elmira College dean's list for fall 2023

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Johanna Knickerbocker of Linwood was named to the Elmira College Dean's List for the Fall 2023 Term.

This achievement recognizes the effort of students who performed well academically. The Dean's List recognizes full-time undergraduate students who were registered for at least 12 computable credit hours and who earned a term grade point average of 3.6 or higher.

Congratulations to all of the students for their hard work. We are #elmiraproud of you!

Johanna Knickerbocker completes Elmira College Soaring Higher program

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Johanna Knickerbocker of Linwood was among 11 students to be recognized at the Soaring Higher Student Leadership Award Ceremony. Knickerbocker and 10 other students made up the third cohort to complete the leadership program since it launched in the fall of 2022. 

Students apply and are selected to attend the program facilitated by Dr. Elizabeth Lambert, Vice President of Campus Life and Dean of Students, Larry Parker, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Ytzel Flores Cristiansen, Assistant Dean of Students. The content for the program is based on the book, "The Student Leadership Challenge: Five Practices For Becoming an Exemplary Leader" by James Kouzes and Barry Posner.

Throughout the 10-week program, students participated in individual and group activities that uncovered insights into their strengths and weaknesses. They learned to use their self-knowledge, such as identifying their values, to make better choices. Every other week, they listened to a new guest speaker about what they've learned as leaders.

Just prior to the Awards Ceremony, the Soaring Leaders presented multi-year plans they hope to achieve. The presentations provided the students an opportunity to practice their newly learned skills and take their first steps as leaders.

Fall 2023 Soaring Leader Cohort:

  • Will Mu Htoo '24
  • Mihret Haile '26
  • Johanna Knickerbocker '26
  • Candice Terpolilli '24
  • Justin Hyde '25
  • Lindsey Smith '24
  • Jocelyn Plaisted '24
  • Justin Valle Cisneros '27
  • Leiram Mendez Mojica '27
  • Jx Graham '26
  • Catherine Doyle '24

O-A grad Brooke Kennedy to continue women's track and field career at Baldwin Wallace University

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Brooke Kennedy of Oakfield Alabama High School (OAHS) is one of 20 women's track and field newcomers to continue their career at Baldwin Wallace University.

Head Women's Track and Field Coach Daniel Simpson returns 2023 Ohio Athletic Conference Indoor/Outdoor Champion and All-American junior distance runner Hope Murphy (Mogadore), along with eight All-OAC performers and 10 Academic All-OAC selections from last year's team that finished fourth at both the OAC Indoor and Outdoor Championships.

Byron-Bergen first quarter honor and high honor roll announced

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The 1st quarter High Honor and Honor Rolls have been released for Byron-Bergen Jr./Sr. High School by Interim Principal Carol Stehm. Stehm and the Byron-Bergen Central School District staff offer their congratulations to these students.

GRADE 7:

HIGH HONOR ROLL – Charlotte Bloom, Riley Boland, Evelyn Borycki, Madison Carson, Alyssa Chupp, Tristen Davidson, June Dorman, Katherine Erion, Leland Fregoe, Olivia Galdun, Lydia Hammond, Connor Hoopengardner, Hunter Jarosinski, Isabella Kessler, Delilah Malin, Sophia Matthews, Emmarose Michaels, Jack Miller, Trevor O'Brien, Caleb Rassel, Lia Ray, William Scharvogel, Ava Smith, Miranda Stanton, Landon Starkweather, Gunner Starowitz, Connar Tuerk, Contessa Vander Wyst, Benjamin Vargas, Kaylanah White, Teagan Williams, Dahlia Wolff, Logan Zaleski

HONOR ROLL - Faith Apley, Brody Bower, Cruz Gilbert, Ce'Andre Johnson, Maylee Moore, Aleah Olander, Kelly Parsons, Angel Santiago Tirado, Ellirose Taylor, Frank Trigilio, Jr. 

GRADE 8: 

HIGH HONOR ROLL - Evan Bannister, Eala Coniglio, Samantha Copani, Brooklynn Culmo, Emily Diehl, William Duell, Mason Farner, Zachary Gay, Cambria Goodenbery, Lila Graff, Josiah Hiscutt, Ainsley Kent, Ruth Kuipers, Alexander Kuszlyk, Isabella Lewis, Taylor Louis, Annabella Madera, Levi McGrath, Lillian Meier, Parker Moore, Parker Moore, Liliana Moore, Olivia Mundell, Laney Niedzwiecki, Brook Pagels, Evan Phillips, Alexandra Pocock, Natalie Randall, Lucy Rea, Jenna Redick, Dominik Redmon, Audrey Rimmerman, Michael Rogoyski, Madeline Smith, Genevieve Smith, Dylan Utter, Xavier Vargas, Jillian Weaver, Carson Wells, Willow Wilder, Paige Winkler

HONOR ROLL - Ryanna Armstrong, Miguel Caballero, Stryker Emrich, Colton Erion, Carter Fogg, Annabelle Haywood, Cooper Sandow, Bryson Snell, Miley Stalica

GRADE 9: 

HIGH HONOR ROLL - Nataly Barrera Zuniga, Zoey Bower, Joseph Brumsted, Rylee Burch, Emalyn Canfield, Cody Carlson, Gianna Cicatelli, Lauren Gartz, Isabella Gifford, Kai Gilbert, Wyatt Lewis, Taylor Lundfelt, Logan Marou, Emma Matthews, Seth Prefontaine, Hannah Riedmiller, Theodore Schelemanow, Elliana Tanner, Jack Walker, Rena Wilson

HONOR ROLL - Tyler Barberio, Audrey Dorman, Brayden Gelsomino, Blake Liles, Ian MacMillen, Azaya Maid, Brandon Schuck, Kyle Smith, Bradley Tatar, Rylee Walker, Lily Whitney 

GRADE 10:

HIGH HONOR ROLL - Sara Bishop, Liam Boyle, Sarah Campbell, Adam Cardenas, Gianna Clark, Connor Copani, Addison Cummings, Laura Curts, Justin Deleo, Grace DiQuattro, Gary Donofrio, Gianna Graff, Mia Gray, Megan Jarkiewicz, Pearl Jolliff, Carter Kuipers, Malacai McGrath, Maryn Meier, Grace Mundell, Evan Orto, Bradley Pocock, Katherine Rogoyski, Simone Scharvogel, Rayne Sheard, Solomon Smith, Hayden Starkweather, Elizabeth Starowitz, Aubrey Stein, Andrea White, Evan Williams, Emma Wolfe

HONOR ROLL - Katelyn Ball, Logan Czachorowski, Estelle Dumuhosky, Ava Goff, Amelia Kalmbacher, Abigail Mattern, Kendall Pape, Colin Rea, Allison Rimmerman, Aiden Vander Wyst 

GRADE 11: 

HIGH HONOR ROLL - Ryan Benstead, Jake Carlson, Deborah Catalino, Kendall Chase, Abigail Cook, Logan Fregoe, Ava Gray, Rachel Hanel, Eli Kupfer, Jackson Lundfelt, Anna McLaughlin, Connor Moran, Meghan Muscarella, Ian Pulcini, Rayden Robinson, Sydney Salmonds, Ashley Schlenker-Stephens, Roman Smith, Lily Stalica, Ruger Starowitz, Rose Wilson, Hannah Wittman, Jade Wolff, Mikayla Yohon 

HONOR ROLL - Aiden Barberio, Isabelle Best, Zachary Brookhart, Isabella Davidson, Craig DiQuattro, Lea Donofrio, Annabelle Erion, Jack Farner, Chesney Fregoe, Haylee Gartz, Peyton Goodenbery, Samuel Hersom, Ella Lewis, Martin Mac Connell, Arianne McLaughlin, Kasey Pagels, Adam Piper, Natalie Prinzi, Olivia Senf, Trent Sheard, James Starowitz

GRADE 12:

HIGH HONOR ROLL - HannahRae Amador, Emma Balduf, Carlee Barons, Brody Baubie, Jeffrey Borycki, Tyler Chapman, Gabrielle Graff, Mackenzie Hagen, James Heick, Makala Hoopengardner, Kaidance Kimble, Hanna Loewke, Lincoln McGrath, Dru Nowatchik, Stephanie Onderdonk, Jillian Peters, Brendan Pimm, Novalee Pocock, Carter Prinzi, Quintin Rich, Victoria Rogoyski, Travis Shallenberger, Riley Sharpe, Andrew Smith, Malachi Smith, Emma Starowitz

HONOR ROLL - Trevor Beale, Chloe Gilbert, Autumn Hafner, Hendrik Haymon, Colin Martin, Gabriel Vallese, Lukas Volkmar

Brooke Kennedy earns Deans' Scholarship at Baldwin Wallace University

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Brooke Kennedy of Basom was among over 700 first-year students welcomed to the Baldwin Wallace University campus this fall who earned more than $13.1 million in merit scholarships. Kennedy, a graduate of Oakfield-Alabama Central School majoring in international studies, earned a $17,000 Dean's Scholarship based on outstanding academic achievements in high school.

BW's merit scholarships are awarded to full-time students and are renewable for up to four years with good academic and social standing. BW offers a wide range of financial support to its students - more than $56 million for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Bryce Yockel earns scholarship at Baldwin Wallace University

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Bryce Yockel of Byron was among over 680 students who earned named scholarships at Baldwin Wallace University this fall. Yockel, a graduate of Byron-Bergen High School majoring in sports management, earned the Florence N. Gray Scholarship.

BW has a long history of scholarship support from alumni, faculty, trustees, and friends. Over 430 named scholarships provide more than $4.7 million to help students attend, persist, and graduate from BW. In addition, they carry on the donors' legacies through the lives of the students who receive their support. The scholarships vary in requirements, with many specifying financial need, a course of study, involvement on campus, or a commitment to excellence in a particular field. BW offers a wide range of financial support to its students - more than $56 million for the 2023-2024 academic year.

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