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Career Development Workshops SUNY Orange Foundation & Alumni Engagement partners with the SUNY Orange Office of Career and Internship Services to present a series of free virtual workshops for students, alumni, and the community. Workshops are presented by Donald Green, Assistant Director, Office of Career and Internship Services and a guest alumni co-presenter. Workshops are held in both the fall and spring semesters. Interested in volunteering as an alumni co-presenter? Email Carly Glasse at carlyglasse@sunyorange.edu for more information. Need further assistance with all things related to your job search? Email Donald Green, Assistant Director of Career & Internship Services at donald.green@sunyorange.edu Office of Career & Internship Services Dan jantzen '79 "It's been quite a journey and I owe it all to Mr. King and Orange County Community College ." I was one of three Goshen High students who went to Orange County Community College in lieu of our senior year in 77/78. I was planning to go into engineering, but a family friend suggested that I take an accounting class. I did….with Mr. King who was an outstanding teacher. The rest was history as they say. I transferred to Northeastern in Boston after I graduated from OCCC in 1979, went into public accounting, then moved to Vermont and started at Dartmouth Health in 1990. It’s been quite a journey and I owe it all to Mr. King and Orange County Community College. Dan jantzen '79 "It's been quite a journey and I owe it all to Mr. King and Orange County Community College ." I was one of three Goshen High students who went to Orange County Community College in lieu of our senior year in 77/78. I was planning to go into engineering, but a family friend suggested that I take an accounting class. I did….with Mr. King who was an outstanding teacher. The rest was history as they say. I transferred to Northeastern in Boston after I graduated from OCCC in 1979, went into public accounting, then moved to Vermont and started at Dartmouth Health in 1990. It’s been quite a journey and I owe it all to Mr. King and Orange County Community College. Complete Complete Complete Complete

Help support Athletic Scholarships today! Support Athletic Scholarships "This athletic scholarship is very important to me and motivates me to pursue excellence in my academic and athletic career. I am going to be a first generation graduate, and the first of four siblings to seek the benefits from higher education. I plan on becoming a teacher, and a coach, so I can teach students in the classroom and on the field. One of my goals is to help all kids be comfortable in their own body and gain confidence in who they are; because the more confident they are in themselves, the more likely they are to succeed and pursue their dreams. Students come from all walks of life, I want to stress the importance of embracing diversity and teach them the importance of working together. Again, thank you for this gift. I am grateful for the people in this world who already want to see me make my dreams a reality.” – Erin W. Athletic Scholarship Recipient SUNY Orange's Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Baseball and Softball all compete at the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II level and offer athletic scholarships to help students cover tuition, fees and books. This ensures that scholarships are divided equally between men’s and women’s sports. Over the last sixteen years, an average of 26 student-athletes per year have received some level of scholarship aid. This accounts for approximately 40% of all of our Division II student-athletes. Currently, the total dollar amount for all athletic scholarships averages between $30,000 and $40,000 per academic year. Funding for these scholarships has been sporadic and unpredictable. Our goal is to be able to consistently provide at least $40,000 in annual scholarship support to our student-athletes. Student-athletes put in at least 25 to 30 practice and play hours per week in season. This significantly limits their ability to earn money to help pay for their college education. Because of their team commitment and rigorous schedules, student-athletes typically do very well academically. Their position on the team depends upon their ability to maintain a strong GPA which inherently motivates them to earn top grades. SUNY Orange Athletic Scholarships allow the College to ensure their programs are competitive and provides the coaches with the ability to sign great players to their teams. Scholarships are particularly helpful in attracting women to the athletic programs.

Report to the Community for 2023 The SUNY Orange Foundation works daily to ensure that your gifts are put to good use helping students and enhancing our campuses. We are pleased and proud to share this Report to the Community with you so that you can see how you are changing lives every day. Thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement. It means the world to us. Report to the Community

Former standout athletes at SUNY Orange, representing a variety sports, are annually inducted into the Colt Athletic Hall of Fame. Colt Athletic Hall of Fame 2022 Induction Ceremony Saturday, November 12th at 9am Graham Skea Lodge at Thomas Bull Memorial Park, Campbell Hall, NY Five former standout athletes and one team at SUNY Orange will be inducted into the Colt Athletic Hall of Fame 2022 Induction Ceremony. The Class of 2022 includes: Mikey Casabona '10 - Baseball Shannon Donohue '06- Softball Natalie Griffin '98 - Volleyball Terry Foster '67 - Basketball James Hannigan '53, - Wrestling, Posthumous The 1999 Softball Team Christine Wit, Heather Canfield, Shannon Shakespeare, Karen Gabriel, Wendy Vanderwiele, Francine Smatt, Sarah Westley, Tiffany Danko, S hannon Schelin, Denise Spampinato, Carrie Ann Decker, Amanda Antonucci-Terzi, Shannon Reynolds The Induction Ceremony will include breakfast and the presentation of awards. Purchase a ticket to the event or an ad in our printed program with the online form below or by mailing your check to: SUNY Orange Foundation 115 South Street Middletown, NY 10940 In lieu of printed tickets, your name and number of guests will be added to the registration list and checked off at the event. If you have questions, or would like more information about the event, please email Jennifer D'Andrea, Director of Alumni Engagement at jennifer.dandrea@sunyorange.edu The primary goal of the SUNY Orange Athletic Hall of Fame is to recognize those individuals, who by outstanding achievement in athletics or service to the College, have made lasting contributions to the sports program. While athletic achievement is the primary qualifier for eligibility, the character of the nominee and their contribution to the institution and the community are also considered. Previous honorees include: (2012) Charles J. Cawein '52, Chris G. Chachis, Mary B. Diana, Glen M. McGinnis '55, Marie A. Piccone '63, Chris Schmid '54, James Stanfield '59, Art Stegen '66, Linda Tjepkema '76 and Gary Ventimiglia '71, (2013) Walter Cawein '57, Susan Deer '71, Lois Hayes '79, Richard E. Morse '58, Achilles J. Kelly Rossi '53 and John Scanlan, (2014) David Brownbill '67, Yogi Davis '71, Donna Frazier '93, Bob Heins '71, Theresa Rickard '76 and the 1969 Cross Country Team, (2015) John Basalyga '70, Sherry Morris '89, Stacey Morris '89, Paul Rickard and John Sileno '66, (2016) Frank Carrozza '67, Matt Dillon '87, Sam Markovits, Jack McMahon and Dana O Neill '91, (2017) Lori Beesmer '83, Heather Canfield '99, Michelle Diener '91, Anthony Evans '92, Laura Gabella '02 and George Shurter '74, (2018) Joe Famellette '58, Bob Bunnell '71, Corey Booth '10, Stefan Bonneau '10 and Ryan Sonnenschein '10.

Sponsorship Opportunities Support the 2026 Leadership Awards while advancing scholarships and student success at SUNY Orange, and gain meaningful recognition as a Leadership Awards partner. 2026 Honorees: Thomas Rickard '92 · Everett Collie · Dr. Erika Hackman · Derrik Wynkoop · Helen G. Ullrich, Esq. Sponsorship opportunities are available at both the event and annual levels and can be tailored to align with your goals and interests. Download Sponsorship Overview Become a Sponsor Download Sponsorship Overview Download Sponsorship Overview Sponsorship opportunities and benefits are outlined below. You'll select your preferred level on the sponsorship form. Leadership Awards Event Sponsorships Event sponsorships support the 2026 Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception and provide meaningful recognition while helping fund scholarships and student success initiatives. Leadership Sponsor $5,000 Top-tier recognition with significant student impact. Eight tickets to attend the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception $2,000 scholarship created in your name for AY 2026-2027 Full page journal ad (5" W x 8" H) Logo/name featured prominently on event & marketing materials Logo/name displayed on campus screens and during event Verbal recognition as a Leadership Sponsor during the program Highlighted recognition across event-related Foundation social media, website & e-newsletter Become a Leadership Sponsor Education Champion $3,000 Six tickets to attend the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception $1,000 scholarship created in your name for AY 2026-2027 Half page journal ad (5" W x 3.75" H) Logo/name recognition on event & marketing materials Logo/name displayed on campus screens and during event Verbal recognition as a Sponsor during the program Recognition across event-related Foundation social media, website & e-newsletter Become an Education Champion Education Investor $2,000 Four tickets to attend the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception $500 scholarship created in your name for AY 2026-2027 Quarter page journal ad (2.25" W x 3.75" H) Logo/name recognition on event & marketing materials Logo/name displayed on campus screens and on screens during event Verbal recognition as a Sponsor during the program Recognition across event-related Foundation social media and website Become an Education Investor Education Advocate $1,000 Two tickets to attend the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception Company name listed in the event journal and included in the digital sponsor recognition loop Recognition across event-related Foundation social media and website Become an Education Advocate Looking to extend your impact beyond the event? Annual partnerships offer year-round recognition and deeper investment in SUNY Orange students. Annual Foundation Partnerships Premier year-round partnerships supporting SUNY Orange students through scholarships, programs, and Foundation initiatives. Foundation Partner: Presidential Level $15,000 Our highest level of annual partnership, offering transformational student impact and top-tier recognition year-round. Premier Event Recognition Top-tier sponsorship recognition at all 2026 Foundation events, including: Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception (April) Dinner Dance (September) Scholarship Awards Ceremony (October) Winter Alumni Celebration (December) Priority placement and visibility across event signage, digital displays, and select marketing materials, with event specific details finalized closer to each event Student Impact & Scholarship Presidential Scholarship ($7,500 value) * awarded in the partner’s preferred name (Full tuition, books, and related expenses for a high-achieving student) Recognition in the Scholarship Awards Ceremony journal and pre-ceremony screen presentation, highlighting the partner’s direct investment in student success Year-Round Recognition Recognition as an Annual Foundation Partner across all Foundation communications, including the monthly e-newsletter Year-round recognition on the Foundation website Event-related and ongoing recognition across Foundation social media channels Student Engagement Opportunities Opportunity for meaningful student engagement aligned with partner interests, as available: Job shadowing Internships Other on-campus engagement opportunities Become a Presidential Partner Foundation Partner: Impact Level $10,000 Our annual partnership level designed to create meaningful student impact while providing strong visibility and engagement throughout the year. Event Sponsorship Recognition Leadership-level sponsorship recognition for the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception (April) Sponsorship recognition at additional Foundation events, including: Dinner Dance (September) Scholarship Awards Ceremony (October) Winter Alumni Celebration (December) Logo/name recognition across event signage, digital displays, and select marketing materials, with event specific details finalized closer to each event. Student Impact & Scholarship Support Named Scholarship* in the amount of $3,500 awarded in the partner’s preferred name Recognition in the Scholarship Awards Ceremony journal and pre-ceremony screen presentation, highlighting the partner’s direct investment in student success Year-Round Recognition Recognition as an Annual Foundation Partner across all Foundation communications, including the monthly e-newsletter Year-round recognition on the Foundation website Event-related and ongoing recognition across Foundation social media channels Student Engagement Opportunities Opportunity for meaningful student engagement aligned with partner interests, as available: : Job shadowing Internships Other on-campus engagement opportunities Become an Impact Partner Foundation Partner: Community Level $7,500 An annual partnership designed to support student success while providing meaningful visibility and engagement throughout the year. Event Sponsorship Recognition Education Champion-level sponsorship recognition for the Leadership Awards Ceremony & Reception (April) Sponsorship recognition at additional Foundation events, including: Dinner Dance (September) Winter Alumni Celebration (December) Recognition included at the Scholarship Awards Ceremony (October) Logo/name recognition on event signage and select digital displays, with event specific details finalized closer to each event. Student Impact & Scholarship Support Named Scholarship* in the amount of $2,000 awarded in the partner’s preferred name Recognition in the Scholarship Awards Ceremony journal, highlighting the partner’s direct investment in student success Year-Round Recognition Recognition as an Annual Foundation Partner across Foundation communications Year-round recognition on the Foundation website Event-related and ongoing recognition across Foundation social media channels Student Engagement Opportunities Student engagement opportunities, as available Become an Community Partner Interested in a Customized Sponsorship? We welcome the opportunity to tailor an annual or event sponsorship that aligns with your goals, interests, and capacity. Our team is happy to discuss recognition options, student impact opportunities, and ways to design a partnership that is meaningful to you and SUNY Orange. Contact Us Thank You to Our 2026 Leadership Awards Sponsors We are grateful for the partners who support the Leadership Awards and help advance student success. Sponsors to Date Interested in being recognized as a Leadership Awards sponsor? Explores sponsorship opportunities above or contact us to learn more.

75th Anniversary Weekend Photo Gallery Relive the memories from an incredible weekend of celebration, connection, and community. Click each section below to explore photos from Return to the Mansion: a 75-year Celebration, SUNY Orange Past, Present, Future Gala, A Celebration of Transforming Lives for 75 Years, and the Cheers to 75 Years Breakfast. Return to the Mansion 75th Anniversary Gala Cheers to 75 Years Breakfast Return to the Mansion: A 75-Year Celebration Friday, May 16, 2025 This special evening honored the Morrison family, the dreams that took shape within these walls, and the generations of students who followed. Guests enjoyed historic mansion tours, archival displays, horse & carriage rides, food, drinks, live music, and great company, all set against the backdrop of where it all began. Friday, May 16, 2025 Return to the Mansion: A 75-Year Celebration Photos by Justin Cole SUNY Orange 75th Anniversary Past, Present, Future Gala A Celebration of Transforming Lives for 75 Years Saturday, May 17, 2025 Our signature celebration at West Hills Country Club featured dinner, dancing, and a moving tribute to SUNY Orange’s past, present, and future. Guests heard from college leaders and students, and participated in the Transformed Tiles auction, supporting both student artists and classroom upgrades. Saturday, May 17, 2025 SUNY Orange 75th Anniversary Gala Photos by EC Media Photos by Justin Cole Cheers to 75 Years of SUNY Orange Breakfast Sunday, May 18, 2025 Our Sunday breakfast on the Newburgh campus offered a meaningful close to the weekend, with reflections, campus tours, and a special program honoring the Kaplan Family’s lasting impact and recent developments in Workforce and Health Sciences. Sunday, May 18, 2025 Cheers to 75 Years of SUNY Orange Breakfast Photos by Justin Cole

Providing a variety of meaningful opportunities to keep alumni connected to SUNY Orange faculty and staff, current students, and alumni. SUNY Orange Alumni Engagement - Spotlights Class of '52-'59 Class of '60-'69 Class of '70-'79 Class of '80-'89 Class of '90-'99 Class of '00-'09 Class of '10-'19 Class of '20-Present Sweethearts All in the Family The SUNY Orange community is so incredibly proud of our alumni and their successes both during their time on campus and after receiving their degrees. Spotlights are a way to share your story with us, the College, and other alumni, while inspiring current and future students. Check out some of our opportunities below. We'll share your spotlight on our website, on our social media, and in our e-newsletter. Alumni Spotlight Share your alumni experiences, updates about your career, retirement, marriage, children, education, or any of your accomplishments. All of our Alumni Spotlights can be found by clicking on the buttons to the left. Sweetheart Spotlight Did you meet your sweetheart at Orange County Community College - SUNY Orange? If so, we'd love to hear from you both. Share with us how you met, and what you are up to now. Sweetheart stories are shared on social media and in our e-newsletter during the month of February. All in the Family Spotlight Do you have one or more family members who are also alumni? If so, we'd love to hear from you all. Share with us what everyone is up to and we'll spotlight your family on our social media and in our e-newsletter during the month of September. Submit YOUR Alumni Story Here

Holiday Open House "Holiday Enchantment with Children Stories" Visitors to SUNY Orange’s 25th annual Holiday Open House on the weekends of Dec. 7-8 and 14-15 at stately Morrison Hall will be invited to a “Holiday Enchantment with Children Stories,” courtesy of the award-winning decorative handiwork of the Middletown Garden Lovers. The Holiday Open House will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. each day. Admission is free. Volunteers will be on hand to offer information on the Garden Lovers and the College. In each room of Morrison Hall, visitors will be treated to holiday scenes from their favorite children’s stories to include Twas the Night Before Christmas (foyer), Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland (dining room), Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone (library), Peter Pan (Music Room) and Ten Tiny Gingerbread Men (salon). Holiday performances by the SUNY Orange Madrigal Singers and the Chamber Ensemble will augment the Open House. The Madrigal Singers will showcase their talents at 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 while the Chamber Ensemble will perform at 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14. The Holiday Open House is jointly sponsored by the College, the SUNY Orange Foundation and the Garden Lovers. For more information, call Sharon Hood at (845)341-4725

Personalize your own commemorative brick at SUNY Orange. Commemorative Brick Walkway- Morrison Hall Leave your mark on the SUNY Orange - Orange County Community College campus with a personalized commemorative brick along the walkway leading to the entrance of historic Morrison Hall. Bricks can be purchased online below, or by downloading the inscription form HERE , SUNY Orange Foundation Attn: Sharon Hood 115 South St. Middletown, NY 10940 If purchasing online, please include your inscription message in the "Leave a Comment" section of the form. Messages are limited to three lines of 13 characters/spaces. For questions, please contact Sharon Hood at sharon.hood@sunyorange.edu

SUNY Orange Foundation Mission Statement Our Mission Advancing access, opportunity, and impact for SUNY Orange students and community. Mission Statement The SUNY Orange Foundation supports SUNY Orange in transforming lives through education by building strong alumni and community partnerships that generate resources to advance student success. Our Vision The SUNY Orange Foundation envisions a vibrant future where philanthropy empowers every student to achieve their fullest potential, alumni remain deeply connected, and SUNY Orange shines as a beacon of accessible, life-changing education. The SUNY Orange Foundation works in partnership with the College to strengthen educational access and opportunity. Through philanthropy, engagement, and stewardship, we provide critical resources that support students, empower alumni connections, and enhance the long-term vitality of SUNY Orange. We fulfill our mission by: Expanding access through scholarships and student support Engaging alumni and community partners as advocates and champions Strengthening the Foundation's capacity to steward resources responsibly Supporting SUNY Orange's long-term success through collaboration and strategic planning As a private 501(c)3 organization, the Foundation is committed to ethical stewardship, transparency, and accountability. Every gift is thoughtfully managed to maximize its impact for students and the SUNY Orange community. Guided by our mission and strategic framework, the SUNY Orange Foundation is committed to building opportunity today while shaping a stronger future for generations of learners. Make a Gift

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Make a gift to the Dr. Karen Stephens PTA Scholarship today! Make a Gift to the Dr. Karen Stephens PTA Scholarship “I hope one day that I will be also able to help struggling students reach their goals in higher education by assisting them in the same way you are helping me. Thank you for your generosity and your support of me and other students in our community.” – Christopher Gironda, Scholarship Recipient Thank you for making a gift to the Dr. Karen Stephens PTA Scholarship! You are helping to make dreams come true for many of our students. This gift supports students who are studying to become a Physical Therapy Assistant - one of the fastest growing healthcare careers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for physical therapist assistants is projected to grow by 35%, which is much faster than many other occupations. This means that around 33,200 new PTA jobs will be created from 2020-2030. Additionally, U.S. News and World Report ranked PTA #1 in Best Healthcare Support Jobs and #13 in its list of the 100 Best Jobs. Our communities and our healthcare organizations need PTAs and SUNY Orange grads are always in high demand. Thank you for making this future possible for SUNY Orange students with your gift.