Friends and family of a former Keene State College journalism student will hold a brief dedication ceremony at the Media Arts Center on Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m. Silas River Bennett (Sy) died May 27, 2008 after a difficult and courageous battle against lung cancer. He was 29 years old and a junior at Keene State, a good friend, son, brother and a talented journalist. A hand-made wooden park bench will be placed in the Media Arts Center in his memory. Everyone is welcome to attend.