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SUNY Fredonia’s Armand Petri Inducted to Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Contributed Article SUNY Fredonia
SUNY Fredonia’s Armand Petri, head of the university’s Music Business program, was inducted into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame on Oct. 4. Mr. Petri was one of 10 people and only two “non-performers” inducted at a ceremony and celebration held at the Tralf Music Hall in downtown Buffalo at the organization’s 30th annual Induction Gala. The event has welcomed artists and industry professionals such as the Goo Goo Dolls, Ani DiFranco, Brian McKnight, JoAnn Falletta, Willie Nile, Spyro Gyra, the Colored Music Club, Billy Sheehan, Grover Washington Jr. and Rick James among its nearly
250 honorees over the years. Petri has over 25 years of experience in the music industry, encompassing fields of artist management, record and video production, and live sound. Working with artists such as the Goo Goo Dolls, 10,000 Maniacs, and Sixpence None the Richer, Petri’s accolades include several gold and platinum records, a Dove Award, and song placement in television and film. Petri holds an M.A. in Arts Management from the University at Buffalo. At SUNY Fredonia, he has designed a unique program that gives students the opportunity to learn about the industry both in the classroom and outside academia through internships. He combines his pas-
sion for music industry with his desire to educate, leading students into the future of the music industry. “This year’s class is once again exceptional,” said Rick Mathews, president of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame. “It is truly a privilege to recognize and pay tribute to the outstanding talent of these incredible individuals as we prepare to induct them into Buffalo’s coveted Music Hall of Fame.” The Buffalo Music Hall of Fame is open to “all those with a local connection, such as being born or raised in the Western New York region or made major contributions to their musical career while in the area,” according to the organization’s website.
SUNY Fredonia Music Business Professor Armand Petri (center) performs at the 30th annual Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Induction Gala on Oct. 4. Petri was one of 10 new members among the Class of 2012, joining the hall’s nearly 250 other members.
Franklin, JCC Update Transfer Agreement Contributed Article JCC
Franklin University’s Community College Alliance (CCA), which has partnered with Jamestown Community College to offer online courses, guarantees that students who earn an associate’s degree at JCC will be accepted with junior standing into any one of 30 degree programs offered by Franklin. The CCA is an online bachelor’s degree completion program that combines on-campus classes at JCC with online classes through Franklin University. The agreement between the two colleges allows students to take courses concurrently and
maintain eligibility for federal financial aid. In a recently updated transfer articulation agreement, students can transfer up to 84 JCC credit hours toward requirements for a bachelor’s degree and take a minimum of 40 credit hours online with Franklin. For more information, visit www.franklin.edu or call 1.877.341.6300. An overview of the transfer agreement with Franklin is available at www. sunyjcc.edu/transfer/agreements. Franklin’s degree programs include accounting, allied healthcare management, applied management, applied psychology, business admin-
istration, business economics, business forensics, communications, computer science, criminal justice administration, e-marketing, financial management, financial planning, forensic accounting, healthcare information systems management, healthcare management, human resources management, information security, information technology, interactive media design, interdisciplinary studies, management, management information sciences, marketing, nursing, operations supply chain management, public relations, public safety management, safety, security and emergency management, and web development.
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Randolph Inducts New Students Timber Wolf Club
Contributed Article Randolph Acadamy
Over 200 students, staff, families, alumni, and guests gathered to celebrate the success of six Randolph Academy students who were inducted into the Timber Wolf Club signifying the highest level of success in the school program. Highlighting the program was the vocal performance of Timber Wolf Inductee, Evin Thomas-Wilson (Ellicottville), who sang The Climb by Miley Cyrus. Performed acappella, her angelic voice lilted inspiring lyrics expressive of the determination necessary to reach goals such as achieving Timber Wolf status: “The struggles I’m facing, The chances I’m taking, Sometimes might knock me down, But no, I’m not breaking” Keynote speaker at the ceremony was Tyler, a student leader from the Timber Wolf Club. In his congratulatory remarks, he reminded the inductees of their leadership
role in the student body, “We are role models on campus and we should continue to promote a positive environment. Confront peers when they’re being negative, and stand up for the kid who isn’t strong enough to stand up for themselves.” The centerpiece of the ceremony is when staff members, who have been selected by the student inductee, take a position on stage, literally and figuratively, “standing behind” the inductee to act as a spokesperson. The staff gives testimony of the inductees’ accomplishments. One such spokesperson was James Butcher, who is the intake Coordinator at the Randolph Children’s Home. His testimony supported the induction of tenth grade student, Savannah (Niagara County), “Savannah is always positive. She is very goal directed- few people have the kind of dedication to a goal that she has.” Equestrian instructor, Stephanie Canon served as spokes-
person for Zach, a residential student from New York City. “Zach, you have proven how strong you are. By becoming a Timber Wolf, you have earned the respect of your staff, teachers and peers. You have gone above and beyond to reach this goal.” Teacher Heather Hyde spoke on behalf of another inductee, Matthew, an eighth grade student (Gowanda). She commended his determination. “He is very driven to be successful. His class work proves that he cares about his education. He sets and achieves goals.” At the close of the ceremony, the newly inducted Timberwolves signed their names on a huge banner bearing the campus norms of: respect, safety, responsibility, and goal direction. This banner bears hundreds of signatures from former inductees over the last ten years. Following the ceremony, a receiving line formed for all guests to express their congratulations.
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