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College welcomes new director of alumni and parent relations New Director of Alumni and Parent Relations Ronna Bosko will be reaching out to alumni and parents to strengthen their connection to Geneseo. Bosko previously served as a senior major gifts officer at Geneseo for three years and was instrumental in BOSKO numerous successful philanthropic initiatives, including the formation of alumni committees throughout the country. Before coming to Geneseo, she served as director and associate director of alumni relations at SUNY Plattsburgh. She also worked as an admissions adviser at Plattsburgh after earning her bachelor’s degree there in sociology. She also received a master’s degree at Plattsburgh in student affairs practice in higher education.
continued a 56-year tradition of outstanding choral creativity by collaborating with area performing groups and professional soloists from New York City to present Carl Orff’s 20th-century masterpiece “Carmina Burana.”
Students showcase research and talents On an April day, Twitter users around the world posted more than 2,665 tweets — in a single minute. Geography majors Allison Roosa ’13 and Patrick Heffernan ’13 collected and examined the global distribu-
tion of the 140-character blasts over two days to examine how how social media impacts society. They were among more than 965 students — representing all academic departments as well as clubs — who exhibited their scholarly and creative efforts in the seventh annual GREAT Day — Geneseo Recognizing Excellence, Achievement and Talent — on April 16.
College expands internship opportunities Geneseo is reinforcing its support for student career devel-
opment with the addition of a new director to help students gain real-world experience. Robert H. DiCarlo, associate director for internship opportunities, is responsible for expanding the number and type of substantive internships available. He oversees all aspects of the program, including faculty and department collaboration, student career advising and program evaluation. Geneseo’s Alumni Council has made student career development a priority and is focused on engaging Geneseo alumni in all walks of life in the initiative.
Spotlight on scholars
Aspiring chemist wins national award
World-class music The celebrated Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and renowned soloists recently performed on campus with professors and students. The orchestra featured solos from two music faculty members — pianist Jonathan Gonder, professor and department chair, and soprano and Adjunct Lecturer Pamela Kurau. Gonder has performed with numerous orchestras and been featured on national television and radio. He has received numerous awards in competitions. A week later, the acclaimed Chamber Singers ensemble 6
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PHOTO BY KEITH WALTERS ’11
For the third consecutive year, a Geneseo student has received one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarships for aspiring scientists. Carolyn Levinn ’14 is the 17th Geneseo student to earn the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program award for her achievement and potential in chemistry. Levinn’s research focuses on bio-organic chemistry and the study of natural products. Her dream? To earn a doctorate and teach
chemistry at a major university. She’s also a member of several academic honor societies, captain of the indoor track and field teams, and helps fellow students in crisis as an emergency medical technician with Geneseo First Response. Levinn’s senior year will be worry-free for finances with the award. It pays for tuition, fees, books, room and board up to $7,500 per year. — Kris Dreessen