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Register for Reunion 2013!

April 1, 2013Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorized

Register for Reunion 2013 today! This year’s Reunion will take place June 7 – 9. Friday evening, the welcome back social will start the weekend off on a fun and festive note. Throughout the weekend, alumni will be attending events, hanging out on the quad, adventuring downtown, and celebrating some of our athletes at the Athletic Hall of Fame. Dueling Pianos will be back by popular demand Saturday night! Reunion is a time to visit with old friends, meet new ones, and spend time on campus. See you in June!

For a full schedule and to register, please visit Reunion 2013. Questions? Email us or call is at 603-358-2369.

Alumni Networking After Hours!

April 1, 2013Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorizednetwork

Tuesday, April 16, 2013, 6 p.m.
The Barley House, 132 North Main St., Concord, NH

We’ve been gathering alums near and far this past year. Join us on the 16th and meet Interim President Jay Kahn and Alumni Association Board Host Brian Parda ’01 along with alumni legislators and Capital Region alumni.

These networking events are a great casual way to connect with some of your fellow alumni. The Alumni Association will sponsor the appetizers—you cover your own drinks! Invite other alums, and yes, you may bring a guest! Email Patty at pfarmer@keene.edu or call 603-358-2370 to let us know you plan to be there (so we’ll make sure to have enough food and seats).

Two Area Companies Support TDS Center & Safety Studies

March 29, 2013Uncategorizedscholarship

The MacMillin Company, has pledged $6000 to the TDS Center Campaign in support of the building project. MacMillin is a long established commercial contracting company in the Monadnock Region, now owned by the DEW Construction Company. “MacMillin Company, like many other companies throughout the Monadnock Region, is a long-time friend of the College, recognizing the educational and economic value that KSC brings to the region and the state. We’re very pleased with their commitment to the TDS project and our Safety Studies program.” explained Ken Goebel, KSC’s director of development.

The CNA Foundation of CNA Insurance has provided a $2500 financial aid award for our safety students to be used this spring. This is the second gift from CNA towards the TDS Center Campaign and will be counted in the scholarship segment of the campaign. “CNA now employs seven KSC safety studies alumni in its insurance business. The company attended our recent Safety Job Fair in search of new employees,” Goebel said. “Clearly, this Connecticut-based company is pleased with the performance of our KSC graduates, and their financial aid award will be used to help current students.”

AAUW Gives Scholarship Support

March 29, 2013Uncategorizedscholarship

The Keene Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has again supported Keene State students with gifts to two scholarship funds: $2000 to the Elsa Ware Scholarship and $1500 to the Diversity Scholarship. The local AAUW chapter has been a great supporter of KSC students since 1990; they’ve given more than $31,000 over that time. Be on the lookout for the AAUW annual book sale, set for May 15–17 on campus!

Introducing KSC’s 10th President: Dr. Anne E. Huot

March 26, 2013Uncategorized

Dr. Anne E. Huot, Keene State's 10th President — Dr. Anne E. Huot, Keene State’s 10th President

The University System of New Hampshire Board of Trustees and the Campus community have chosen Dr. Anne E. Huot to be the College’s 10th president. For the past six years, Dr. Huot served as provost and vice president for academic affairs at The College at Brockport, State University of New York, where she provided leadership and vision in the areas of academics, campus climate, strategic planning, and community and business relations. Dr. Huot, a native of Manchester, NH, will begin her role as Keene State president on July 1, 2013.

“New Hampshire is my home, and the opportunity to further establish Keene State College as a preeminent public liberal arts college is both humbling and exciting. Access to a high-quality education remains critical to preparing graduates for active engagement with their communities and for success in an increasingly complex world,” Dr. Huot said.

“Dr. Anne Huot’s commitment to the value of a liberal arts education, her vision and ever-growing success as an academic leader, and her New Hampshire roots, all with outstanding references from colleagues from throughout her career, matched extremely well with our priorities for the president,” explained George Epstein, USNH Trustee and chair of the search committee. “Dr. Huot then came to campus and connected warmly with students, faculty, staff, and community members—it was then that we knew we had Keene State’s next leader.”

Reunion 2013: Celebrating You!

March 25, 2013Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorized

Did the you graduate in year that ends with a 3 or an 8? Have you ever had a sizzler? Were you a member of the Pub Club? Have your received Golden Circle medallion? Want to spend time with friends on the Quad again? Miss Keene State College? If you answered YES! to any of these questions, then Reunion 2013 is for you! This year, come back to Keene State College June 7–9, where there will be food, friends, and fun throughout the weekend. There will be a golf classic through KSC Athletics, ice cream, a pub crawl (starting the night off with sizzlers in the NOC!), Dueling Pianos, and more. Mark your calendars now!

Reunion will be June 7–9, 2013. For more information, registration details, and to view the full schedule, please visit the Reunion website. Questions? Email us at alumni@keene.edu or call us at 603-358-2369. See you in on campus in June!

Where’d I See That?

March 20, 2013UncategorizedWhere'd I See That?

This one’s been on campus a long time. Anyone know where it is—and what it is?

Hint: This object has a link to a previous “Where’d I See That?” Can anyone explain that link? If you think you know the answer, write it on the tag on a 7 mm O’Neil wetsuit (size M) and send it to to Newsline, 120 Alumni Center, 229 Main St., Keene, NH 03435. Or use the “comments” link, below.

KSC to Announce New President—and You’re Invited!

March 12, 2013For Parents, Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorized

University System of New Hampshire Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting in the Mabel Brown Room at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, to vote on and announce the appointment of a new president of Keene State College. You’re invited to join the Trustees and the Search Committee in welcoming the 10th president of Keene State College.

KSC Journalism Department Featured on NHPR Report

March 12, 2013Uncategorized

NHPR's Newscast Producer/Reporter, Michael Brindley ’03 — NHPR’s Newscast Producer/Reporter, Michael Brindley ’03

The KSC Journalism Department is inspiring students to pursue their art and craft with enthusiasm, according to a recent report on New Hampshire Public Radio. Listen to 2003 alum and NHPR’s Newscast Producer/Reporter Michael Brindley’s report, “At Keene State College, Passion for Journalism Alive and Well,” which aired on March 8.

Polish Your Professional Network

March 12, 2013Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorized

The KSC Alumni Association invites students, alumni, and other community members to Centennial Hall in the Alumni Center at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, for a gathering focused on professional networking. Learn how a strong personal network can help you find a job and further your career. And you’ll have the opportunity to forge some important connections at this event!

Alumni panelists include Emeritus Professor of Psychology and and former Director of Program Development for Common Ground Publishing Tony Stavely, former division sales manager and trainer for a major medical diagnostics company Dick Smith, and Sinead O’ Mahony ’11, Adrienne Osborne ‘12, Matthew Norton ’12, and other recent grads who will share their experiences and offer strategies for effective networking. The program is FREE of charge, and drinks and snacks will be provided. After the panel, you’ll have an opportunity to meet the panelists and put your new networking skills into action.

The Marjorie P. Hilton Endowed Scholarship

February 28, 2013Uncategorized

Back in 1999, Marjorie Hilton ’44 took $10,000 and and worked with then KSC President Stanley Yarosewick to set up a scholarship to provide financial assistance to juniors and seniors majoring in Early Childhood Development. After Mrs. Hilton’s passing last year, her estate continued to fund the scholarship. Keene State’s Development Office recently received the last of those distributions, bringing the Marjorie P. Hilton Endowed Scholarship to $335,551.12, making it one of our largest endowed scholarships funded by bequest. It will guarantee that Mrs. Hilton’s legacy lives on here at KSC. Thanks, Marjorie!

Energy Efficiency Pays Off

February 27, 2013Uncategorized

KSC's Interim President Jay Kahn was delighted to receive a big rebate check from Bonnie Kurylo, PSNH's Western/Central Division manager. — KSC’s Interim President Jay Kahn was delighted to receive a big rebate check from Bonnie Kurylo, PSNH’s Western/Central Division manager.

Who says sustainability doesn’t pay? By continuing its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency when it built the new Technology, Design and Safety (TDS) Center, KSC earned a $150,000 rebate check from Public Service of New Hampshire (PSNH) as part of PSNH’s New Equipment & Construction Rebate Program. The rebate s a result of the heating, ventilation, lighting, and air conditioning systems that the College chose for the TDS Center. All of the TDS Center’s equipment meets the highest standards for energy efficiency in new construction.
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Three—no, make that Four—Generations of KSC Alums

February 27, 2013Uncategorizedalumni

Esther McCarthy Noseck ’33 (sitting) Clockwise from her: Esther's daughter Barbara Noseck Gendron ’63, Barbara's daughter Suzanne Gendron Hodgkins ’85, and Suzanne's daughter Amanda Hodgkins (future alum) — Esther McCarthy Noseck ’33 (wearing her Golden Circle medallion and holding her KSC 100th-birthday recognition). Clockwise from her: Esther’s daughter Barbara Noseck Gendron ’63, Barbara’s daughter Suzanne Gendron Hodgkins ’85, and Suzanne’s daughter Amanda Hodgkins (future alum)

When Esther McCarthy Noseck ’33 turned 100 last April, several KSC alums came to her birthday party. And most of them were her family. Her daughter, Barbara Noseck Gendron ’63, followed in her footsteps and attended KSC, as did her granddaughter, Suzanne Gendron Hodgkins ’85. Her great-granddaughter, Amanda Hodgkins, says that she’ll be coming here as soon as she’s old enough. Just goes to show how some families know how to hold onto a good thing. By the bye, Esther will celebrate her 101st on April 13. Do remember to send her your good wishes!

Where’d I See That?

February 26, 2013UncategorizedWhere'd I See That?

Even the new governor has seen this one! It’s not that big of a mystery, but it sure shows some of the great training KSC offers its students.

TDS_Smokeroom — another excellent Lynn Roman photo.

If you know where this is, or have some interesting tidbit about it to share, please stick your answer into the hatband of a Stetson fur-felt fedora (size 7 3/4) and mail it to Newsline, 120 Alumni Center, 229 Main St., Keene, NH 03435. Or use the “comments” link, below.

Coming Right Up: Two Alumni Events!

February 18, 2013Mark Your Calendar, Uncategorizedalumni, event

If you’ll be in the Lebanon, NH, area on Feb. 28, or around Portland, ME, on March 8, join us for one of our fun regional events.

Upper Valley NH/VT Alumni Networking Event
February 28 from 6–8 p.m.
at the Salt Hill Pub in Lebanon, NH

Join Scott Farnsworth ’87, your local alumni host, for a night of mixing and mingling! With more than 400 alums in the Upper Valley, odds are good you’ll meet up with an old schoolmate, teacher, neighbor, or even a relative! The Salt Hill Pub is located at 2 W. Park (off the Common) in Lebanon, NH.

Questions about the event? Contact Patty Farmer at 603-358-270 or pframer@keene.edu.

Alumni Meetup & Red Claws Game – Portland, ME
Friday, March 8
Meetup @ Rivalries: 5:30 p.m.
Game @ 7 p.m.

Meet up to connect with Portland area alumni at Rivalries Bar for complementary appetizers and a cash bar at 5:30 p.m. Rivalries is located at 10 Cotton Street, and the game will be at the Portland Exposition Building. Then head over to the Portland Expo to watch the Maine Red Claws take on the Canton Charge. Get your discounted game tickets online. Questions about tickets? Give Adam a call at (207) 210-6655, ext. 209.

Questions about the event? Contact Sara Telfer at 603-358-2425 or stelfer@keene.edu.

Can’t make either of these events? Check our Alumni Events Page for other opportunities near you!

Fulbright Scholar McLoughlin Blogs on Huffington Post

February 14, 2013Uncategorizedfaculty

Associate Professor of Education, Shirley McLoughlin

As a loyal Newsline reader, you probably already know that two KSC profs., Shirley McLoughlin and Deborah Merchant, are Fulbright scholars. But did you know that Dr. McLoughlin will be posting her travel experiences in the Republic of Georgia and insights into her scholarship on a Huffington Post blog? Check it out!