Your Letters

I just wanted to pass along kudos on a great issue of Utica, Fall/Winter 2020, which I have finished reading—cover to cover—and really enjoyed it. Great balance of stories, inspiration, facts and good news about UC. I also like the paper stock, the typeface and the leading ... all things we were taught to appreciate by Professors [Ray] Simon and [Jack] Behrens. Linda Vaccaro Schmidt ’69 Atlanta, GA

I received my copy of Utica today. The issue was superb in its illustration of how Utica College students, staff and alumni have coped with the pandemic. It looked as if everyone has stepped up and kept moving forward in spite of the challenges that COVID-19 has presented. Reading the various stories was very emotional for me. I did not know that the pandemic caused the 2020 commencement to be canceled. My own commencement was the highlight of my stay at Utica College, and I am deeply saddened for the 2020 graduating class. Again, thank you for the wonderful collection of articles in this issue of Utica. Jim Moore ’75 Ardmore, PA

I am a PR/J graduate from the class of 1979. I always enjoy reading through Utica. The magazine looks and feels great. I have two recommendations that I noticed this time around. First, I think you should return to listing all donors. I believe it is important to acknowledge and value all donors by listing them in the magazine and not just on a website. It shows respect for all donors, no matter how much they contribute to our College. Second, the pictures of individuals in general are just too small. It is very noticeable, and I think enlarging the photos enhances the articles and highlights the individuals. Thank you so much for your time and consideration. Kim Leibovitz ’79 North Kingstown, RI

I received my Fall/Winter 2020 magazine, which was truly a heartfelt edition for me. Thank you! Pioneers are truly grateful! Kelly Barron ’13 New York Mills, NY

Members of the UC community share their thoughts on the College’s continued COVID19 response and news of the planned return to full in-person operations in August 2021. “Well done! UC, in my opinion, has been a perfect example of how to deal with the situation and make it work while keeping everyone as safe as possible.”—Pat Lawler, parent “This is awesome! Proud to be an alum!” —Stacy Rabstein Buckley ’88 “As an alumna who works in healthcare, I appreciate knowing the college I attended is taking this virus seriously and testing. It says a lot to your alumni who are healthcare professionals working with COVID patients that you care and acknowledge the seriousness and the precautions that are needed. Hearing you are testing weekly makes me feel proud.” —Natalee Stiles ’12 “I’m very happy with the progress that [UC] has made. It makes me feel safer going to school and knowing that I have less of a chance to bring home COVID to my family.” —Shelby Fiorini ’21

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