Classified staff from across campus gathered to break bread in good company at the 31st annual Appreciation & Recognition Holiday Luncheon on Dec. 16.
The meal is a long-standing tradition at SUNY New Paltz, a way of recognizing the many and various contributions staff make to the College’s core purpose of educating the next generation of citizens.
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“At this busy time of year, it is important for us to pause and celebrate with friends and colleagues,” said President Donald P. Christian. “This is a campus that works well and serves well the people who depend on us, and who we depend on – even as we continue to find ways to get even better. Your work and your commitment make a great difference in our success. Thank you!”
The occasion also saw the recognition of the following employees, who this year reached significant milestones in their careers with the College:
20 Years
- Charles Bates (Facilities)
- Martin Brett (Facilities)
- Fred DeStefano (Facilities)
- Lynne Legato (Accounts Payable)
- Valerie Lloyd (Student Accounts)
- Robert Moyer (Facilities)
- Candida Ramirez (Facilities)
- Robert Lee Ricci (Facilities)
- Scott Sutta (Facilities)
- Russell Warren (Facilities)
25 Years
- Robert Crolius (Administrative Computer)
- Rina Cuellar (Facilities)
- Peter Elliott (Facilities)
- Tammy Gaffney (Procurement)
- Theresa Monroe (Residence Life)
- Denise Sirrine (Student Health Service)
- Barbara Windelspecht (Financial Aid)
30 Years
- Georgia Bruck (Facilities)
- Thomas Decker (Facilities)
35 Years
- Susan Boyer (Facilities)
- Gae Gundersen-Barry (Vice President – Student Affairs)
- Nancy Valenti (Student Accounts)
Recent Retirees
- Anna Bartlett (Student Health Service)
- Kathleen Carey (Foundation – Development
- Maureen Costello (Facilities)
- Ronald Crans (Facilities)
- Michele Curci (Facilities)
- Michael Doyle (University Police)
- Barry Lawless (Facilities)
- Dorothy Padin (Veteran & Military Services)
- Sandra Schoonmaker (Communication Disorders)
- Catherine Veluta (Procurement)
- Victoria Vincent (Records & Registration)
