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Celebrating SUNY Orange Scholarship Recipients for academic year 2026-2027. Celebrating Our Scholars. Honoring Their Supporters. Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our 2026 scholarship recipients and recognize the generous donors whose support helps make their educational journeys possible. 2026 Scholarship Awards Ceremony Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Time: 7 PM Location: The Paramount Theatre, Middletown 17 South Street Middletown, NY 10940 RSVP FOR THE CEREMONY Place an Ad in the Scholarship Awards Journal Celebrate our scholarship recipients and support SUNY Orange students by placing an advertisement in this year's Scholarship Awards Journal. View Journal Ad Opportunities Purchase a Journal Ad About the Ceremony The annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony brings together scholarship recipients, their families and guests, scholarship donors, college representatives, and members of our community to celebrate student achievement and the generosity that makes these opportunities possible. During the ceremony, scholarship recipients will be recognized and presented with their awards as we celebrate their accomplishments and the individuals and organizations who have invested in their success. What to Expect We look forward to welcoming scholarship recipients, families, donors, and members of our college and community as we come together to celebrate the accomplishments of our students. Arrival & Check-In Doors open at 6:00 PM | Ceremony begins at 7:00 PM Check-in will be in the theatre lobby. Attire Business casual or special-occasion attire is encouraged, for scholarship recipients. A professional photographer will be onsite to capture photos throughout the evening. The Ceremony Each scholarship recipient will be recognized and invited on stage to receive their scholarship certificate. Professional photos will be taken, including recipient and donor photos whenever possible. Guests & RSVP Family and guests are invited to attend. Advance registration is required for all attendees, as the Paramount requires a ticket for each guest. Please include all names when submitting your RSVP. Parking Complimentary parking is available in the lot directly across the street from the Paramount. Additional street parking is available nearby. After the Ceremony Light refreshments will be served in the lobby following the ceremony. Guests are invited to stay, celebrate, and connect with our scholarship recipients, donors, and college community. A Special Note for Scholarship Recipients Congratulations! We are excited to celebrate your accomplishments and recognize you during this year's Scholarship Awards Ceremony. Please Arrive Early Doors open at 6:00 PM, and we encourage scholarship recipients to arrive early enough to check in and be seated well before the 7:00 PM ceremony. Recipients will be seated in a designated area and called to the stage in a predetermined order, so it is important that everyone is checked in and seated before the program begins. Your Name Will Be Announced When you RSVP, please provide the phonetic pronunciation of your name so that we can announce it correctly as you are recognized onstage. Plan to Stay for Photos Please plan to stay for a short time following the ceremony. Our photographer will be taking additional recipient photos, including photos with scholarship donors when they are in attendance. These photographs help us celebrate your achievement and share the impact of our scholarship program. Most importantly, enjoy the evening! This ceremony is a celebration of your hard work and accomplishments, and we look forward to recognizing you alongside your family, friends, donors, and college community. RSVP FOR THE CEREMONY Questions? For questions about the Scholarship Awards Ceremony or assistance with your RSVP, please contact Sharon Hood, Scholarship Administrator. Sharon Hood Sharonhood@sunyorange.edu (845)341-4725 Looking Back: 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony On October 8, 2025, we celebrated the achievements of 275 SUNY Orange students , who were awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships at our 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony. The evening was a powerful reminder of what's possible when generosity and determination come together, creating opportunities, changing lives, and empowering dreams. Photos by EC Media View Full Photo Gallery by EC Media Here Photos by Justin Cole View Full Photo Gallery by Justin Cole Here We are grateful to the donors and supporters who continue to empower SUNY Orange students to pursue their dreams.

Celebrating SUNY Orange Scholarship Recipients for academic year 2025-2026. 2026 Scholarship Awards Ceremony Empowering Dreams Together On October 7. we celebrated the achievements of SUNY Orange students , who received $550,000 in scholarships at our 2026 Scholarship Awards Ceremony. The evening was a powerful reminder of what's possible when generosity and determination come together, creating opportunities, changing lives, and empowering dreams. Photos by JRC Photoworks View Full Photo Gallery by JRC Photoworks Here Photos by Shot by 23 View Full Photo Gallery by Shot by 23 Here The 2026 Scholarship Awards Ceremony brought together students, donors, alumni, and community partners to celebrate academic achievement and the generosity that makes scholarship opportunities possible. The evening highlighted the transformative power of scholarships to change lives and strengthen our SUNY Orange community. We are grateful to the donors and supporters who continue to empower SUNY Orange students to pursue their dreams.

Celebrating SUNY Orange Scholarship Recipients for academic year 2025-2026. Empowering Dreams Together On October 8. we celebrated the achievements of 275 SUNY Orange students , who were awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships at our 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony. The evening was a powerful reminder of what's possible when generosity and determination come together, creating opportunities, changing lives, and empowering dreams. Photos by EC Media View Full Photo Gallery by EC Media Here Photos by Justin Cole View Full Photo Gallery by Justin Cole Here The 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony brought together students, donors, alumni, and community partners in celebration of academic achievement and philanthropy. The evening highlighted the transformative power of scholarships to change lives and strengthen our SUNY Orange community. We are grateful to the donors and supporters who continue to empower SUNY Orange students to pursue their dreams.

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Alumni Spotlights - Class of 1970 - 1979 Submit YOUR Alumni Story Here Karen c. Miller ’71 “I always felt that SUNY Orange was one of the most important institutions in Orange County. It provides a path to a better life through education, confidence, and success—and that leads to a stronger community for everyone.” Karen C. Miller, a proud member of the SUNY Orange Class of 1971, earned her associate degree before continuing her education at SUNY Oneonta, where she completed her bachelor’s degree in 1973. She also pursued additional studies at SUNY New Paltz, building a strong academic foundation for her professional and civic career. Following college, Karen accepted a summer position with the telephone company in Middletown, an opportunity that grew into a nearly 43-year career. She retired as Communications Manager for Frontier Communications, supporting regional teams in 28 states with responsibility for employee communications, media relations, and community involvement. She also served on the steering committee for Frontier’s Work-at-Home project and received a company MVP award in 2008 for her team’s contributions to Customer Operations goals. Karen’s commitment to service has been a constant throughout her career. A 2004 graduate of Leadership Orange, she was later inducted into the Leadership Orange Hall of Fame in 2016 in recognition of her continued leadership and community impact. She served as a board member and past chair of the SUNY Orange Foundation and spent 28 years on the Advisory Board of the Middletown Salvation Army. She is also a past president of the Middletown Rotary, the Junior League of Orange County, and the Alumni Association at Orange County Community College. In addition, Karen completed two terms on the board of the Orange County United Way, contributing to a new strategic plan and serving on its Community Impact Council. Her community involvement also includes work with the Orange County Chamber of Commerce, the Orange County Community Foundation, and Middletown’s “Celebrate in ’88,” commemorating the city’s 100th anniversary. Karen’s service has earned her numerous honors, including Volunteer of the Year from the Junior League of Orange County (1995), appointment to the SUNY Honor Roll (1996), the Spirit of Humanitarianism Award from the American Red Cross (1998), the SUNY Orange Foundation Leadership Award (2011), and the Marion S. Murphy Neighbors Helping Neighbors Award from Orange County United Way (2010). She also served as Alumni Commencement Speaker at Orange County Community College in 1994 and helped coordinate the donation of Zane Grey materials to the SUNY Orange campus in 1988. Now retired, Karen remains active in her community. She is in her 25th year as a Rotarian with the Middletown, NY Club and is an avid birder and past president of the Edgar A. Mearns Bird Club in Orange County. Reflecting on her SUNY Orange experience, Karen credits the college’s exceptional faculty and strong sense of community for shaping her belief in education as a pathway to opportunity, confidence, and lifelong success. Tony Meola ’74 "SUNY Orange turned me around and pointed me in an arts and academic direction that substantially affected the success I would find my adult life to this very day." Tony Meola’s journey from Middletown to Broadway exemplifies resilience, creativity, and excellence. A SUNY Orange alumnus, Tony’s love for sound began with his early fascination with music, nurtured through his dedication to the clarinet, saxophone, and school music ensembles. After navigating personal challenges in high school, Tony discovered a supportive community at SUNY Orange, where he found opportunities to explore his love for the arts through drama and music. A highlight of his time at the college was orchestrating music for the school play, Pinocchio under the guidance of Marie Dulzer. Tony also found himself delving into musical interpretation with Dr. Marvin Feman. During his time at SUNY Orange, Tony began to embrace physical activities like swimming and running. Ultimately, years later Tony completed the New York City Marathon several times as well as completing several international triathlons —a powerful milestone in his journey of self-discovery. Upon graduating from SUNY Orange, Tony transferred to Ithaca College as a music major but quickly changed majors to drama, where he honed his craft and deepened his passion for sound. A transformative internship with the New York Shakespeare Festival set the stage for his career, as he contributed to the groundbreaking musical A Chorus Line. Building on this experience, Tony cultivated connections that propelled him into a remarkable career on Broadway. Over the years, Tony has contributed to more than 50 Broadway productions. His achievements include sound design for iconic productions such as The Lion King (Drama Desk Award winner), The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Drama Desk Award winner), Wicked, The Sound of Music, and Kiss Me, Kate. His expertise extended to international productions in London’s West End and tours worldwide. Beyond sound design, Tony served as associate producer for Come From Away, Lysistrata Jones and First Date. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, Tony received the SUNY Orange Edward A. Diana Alumni Leadership Award in 2016. That same year, he served on the nominating committee for the Tony Awards, cementing his influence in the theater industry. Now mostly retired, Tony and his husband, married in 2017, split their time between Connecticut and New York City. Tony attributes his success to perseverance and preparation, living by the motto, “Be ready when opportunity knocks” His journey, rooted at SUNY Orange, continues to inspire as a shining example of passion and dedication in the arts. Dr. Thomas E. Littner, '77 "After high school, I felt like I needed to be home for two more years, because I wasn't quite mature enough and wasn't quite ready to go away... A lot of my high school friends all came here, and we grew up together. By going here, you save money.. a lot of money." Born and raised in Middletown, Dr. Thomas E. Littner's journey began at Middletown High School, where he graduated in 1975. Shortly after, he attended SUNY Orange (then known as Orange County Community College) from 1975 to 1977, majoring in biology and developing a love for math. During his time at SUNY Orange, Dr. Littner was not only a dedicated student but also an accomplished athlete, going undefeated in #6 singles on the tennis team under Coach Bob Lake’s guidance. After graduating with an AAS degree and a 3.0 GPA, Dr. Littner transferred to Hartwick College, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in 1979. He then pursued his passion for dentistry at Georgetown Dental School, completing his dental degree in 1983. Dr. Littner’s career in dentistry spanned 40 years, from 1983 to 2023. He established his dental practice in his childhood home after renovating it, serving the community where he grew up. In addition to his professional accomplishments, he married his wife, Theresa, in 1986 and together they raised three children. Now retired, Dr. Littner continues to give back to his community more than ever, reflecting the same dedication and passion he exhibited throughout his career. His journey, from SUNY Orange to a successful dental practice, is a testament to his commitment to his hometown and to helping others. Corinne Cody '76 " The audit work, and working with the College and the Association staff, has brought me full circle in my SUNY Orange experience. I am grateful for the confidence and business and accounting basics that I received from my early college experience at SUNY Orange." 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 graduated with an A.S. Degree in Physical Science in June of 1979 and transferred to Northeastern in Boston. It actually worked out really well as all my OCCC courses met almost all of my general requirements at Northeastern and allowed me to focus almost entirely on finance and accounting courses in my time at NU. I graduated from NU in May of 1982, started at what was Peat, Marwick and Mitchell (now KPMG) on August 28th and sat for the CPA exam in November of 1982. I started at Dartmouth Health in 1990. Thank you Mr. King for turning me in the direction which created the path I’ve been on for the past 41 years. It’s been quite a journey and I owe it all to Mr. King and Orange County Community College. Deborah Boyle '74 1998 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient "I feel the confidence and conviction that have characterized my career has strong roots to my basic nursing education at Orange County Community College. Forty five years later, I still think of it fondly. Being there was a joy." In 1972, there were few nursing programs that offered credit for having been a licensed practical nurse prior to pursuing a degree to become a registered nurse. Orange County Community College was one of the few. Hence, I left my home in Connecticut and made the drive to Middletown and was never disappointed. From day one, everyone I met welcomed and supported me, especially the nursing faculty and Mr. George Shepard, Dean of Students. With a scholarship in hand, I ultimately graduated with high honors and since then have received my bachelors and master’s degree. I have been extremely fortunate to have enjoyed a nursing career that spans over four decades the majority of which time I practiced as an Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist. My fortune also includes having had opportunities to lecture in 45 states and 17 countries, authoring more than 300 publications and four books, and being the recipient of numerous honors from the Oncology Nursing Society. I am a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and in 1998, was honored to be the first nurse to receive the Alumnae Award from Orange County Community College . Yale University, my graduate school, also bestowed on me their Distinguished Alumnae award. Over the past two years, I have spent time with the program ‘Health Volunteers Overseas’ teaching oncology, palliative and hospice nursing in Bhutan, Vietnam and Honduras. Additionally, I have traveled to remote western Kenya helping to establish the first in-patient hospice in that country. My book for family members entitled, "The Caregivers Companion" will be in print in 2020. I feel the confidence and conviction that have characterized my career has strong roots to my basic nursing education at Orange County Community College . Forty five years later, I still think of it fondly. Being there was a joy. Joseph Como '75 "Of my school experiences, SUNY Orange ranks at the top. My SUNY Orange teachers were passionate about teaching and it showed. And they personally cared about the students, and that showed too." I think I was truly blessed with an outstanding educational experience at SUNY Orange. Even at the time I graduated in 1975 I didn’t realize how special it was. Those 2 years gave me the foundational tools I needed to transfer to Cornell University to complete my bachelor’s degree, and then to attend the highest ranked environmental engineering graduate program, at Stanford University. My subsequent professional career path included managing several multi-million dollar environmental restoration projects around the nation and creating engineering solutions for Silicon Valley companies. Some years later, and with a J.D. in environmental law, I was able to work on energy law and policy in California, and to work for California's Governor Schwarzenegger and Governor Brown, heading the largest utility customer advocacy organization in the U.S. I owe so much to the outstanding educators I had at SUNY Orange. Of my school experiences, SUNY Orange ranks at the top. My SUNY Orange teachers were passionate about teaching and it showed. And they personally cared about the students, and that showed too. Dr. Francis McCabe '79 "SUNY Orange provided me with the baseline skills for a passion for lifelong learning, as well as friendships that encouraged me to continue to learn and grow." SUNY Orange provided me with the baseline skills for a passion for lifelong learning, as well as friendships that encouraged me to continue to learn and grow. I was the only child/member of my family to attend college and my life has been so much better because of education. I was accepted after graduation to SUNY Buffalo for Business, Northeastern University and MCPHS University (Massachusetts College of Pharmacy then) for Pharmacy. I received acceptance at all three and chose MCPHS University Boston for Pharmacy. I've had a great career in Community Practice, Industrial Practice (Sales and Sales Management) and most of my career in Hospital Practice. I am now the Pharmacist in Charge for St Joseph's Wayne Medical Center in Wayne, NJ championing in excess of $6 million in pharmacy upgrades for St. Joseph's Health (St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson, NJ and St. Joseph's Wayne Medical Center, Wayne NJ). Blessed with two wonderful children, one a graduate of UMass-Dartmouth and the other a graduate of Purdue University. The passion for learning extends to generations! Oh, by the way what a bargain tuition was back then....my, how times have changed since then! My husband and I have lived in sunny Apex, NC for 22 years. We met at Orange County Community College and were married in December of 1970 at the Warwick Methodist Church. Dr. Emmanuel Rosenblum, Dr. Emil Domac and everyone's favorite in the student union, Molly Kaplan, were all part of our witnesses at our wedding. We will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary this December! I went on to New Paltz while my husband Marty entered the work force. He eventually fulfilled his dream of becoming a New York State Trooper and retired after 26 years on the job. I became a secondary school teacher of Social Studies and English, earning my MSEd at New Paltz and then going on 10 years later to earn a CAS/SDA, serving as a school administrator. I spent time as a school business administrator, a high school assistant principal, and as a curriculum specialist in secondary social studies. We loved Orange County Community College and speak often about our time there. We met in Emil Domac's class on History of Western Europe. We felt that our time there gave us a great background. We have 2 sons, 3 grandsons and 1 granddaughter, all in other states. Thanks to Orange County Community College for the great education that led to happy and productive lives! Melinda Catherine (Moore) '70 & Martin Paul Stephani '70 "Thanks to Orange County Community College for the great education that led to happy and productive lives!" Peter A. Poccia, RN '74 "My life in nursing has been so tremendously rewarding and my education at Orange County Community College has made it all possible." In 1969, I returned home from Viet-Nam. I was a Navy Hospital Corpsman attached to the Marine Corps. I never saw the Navy or a ship; I was intensively trained in medical/nursing care and then trained to be a Marine. During the Tet offensive of 1968, I was the operating room supervisor of 1st Hospital Company, 1st Marine Division, a MUST (aka MASH) hospital. Horror beyond your imagination; most folks have no point of reference. I was discharged in largely one piece in 1970 and attended OCCC from 1972 until I graduated in 1974 with an AAS in Nursing. My nursing career gave my life focus and direction and has served me well; I sincerely hope I've served my patients well. Upon graduation, I moved to Greenwich Village, NYC and practiced as an RN in ORs, cardiac perfusion, intensive care private duty and, for most of my career, in NYC ERs. I retired in 2009 from ER staff, Lenox Hill Hospital, NYC and moved to Saugerties, NY, where my dear wife and I founded NYS’s first Cohousing community. We live there, happily, with 18 other families (www.cantinesislandcohousing.org ). In 2011, Hurricane Irene destroyed large sections of upstate NY. The Red Cross was recruiting in nearby Kingston and, after the presentation, the presenter, after noting that I signed in with RN after my name, walked right up to me and the conversation went as follows: (You're a nurse?) Yes. An RN. I was a corpsman in Viet-Nam, completed college and nursed in ORs and ERs in NYC for many years. (And you have time to volunteer?) I'm retired; I have lots of time. (Are you married?) Eh....well.... yes. (You had better call your wife and tell her you won't be home for 2 weeks. I can speak to her and corroborate). My wife, my partner, Susan, was a pediatric visiting nurse (RN) in the poorer sections of NYC for many years. Her response was, "Now take care of yourself and be careful; remember you're not a spring chicken anymore." I didn't get home for 3 weeks. Since that time, the Red Cross has been inviting me to disasters all over the US and Puerto Rico. No, I'm not a workaholic; I try to live a balanced life. My life in nursing has been so tremendously rewarding and my education at OCCC has made it all possible. Jeffrey Dosik '78 "You are never too old to learn with the dedicated faculty of SUNY Orange and their concern for all students past and present." Since finishing my education in the early 1980s, I have been working as a Park Ranger and Librarian for the National Park Service, United States Department of the Interior at the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. My education at SUNY Orange between 1978 and 1978 under its dedicated faculty prepared me for my career in the field of history. My tie to SUNY Orange has been further strengthened over the years by the wonderful foreign trips organized by the Global Studies Department under Professors, Emil Domac, Demos Kontos, and Paul Basinski. You are never too old to learn with the dedicated faculty of SUNY Orange and their concern for all students past and present. Richard Obetz '71 "I am grateful to the institution and the professors at SUNY Orange for the life-changing opportunities provided to me." I graduated from high school in 1964 and settled into life in Port Jervis. College was not on my radar. I got married later in 1964 and started a family. The Erie Railroad provided me the best job opportunity, but the future was dulled by the decline in the railroad. Being mechanically inclined, I made a reasonable living working as an auto mechanic. However, my wife supported my rather optimistic vision that I could do better. So, I began taking evening courses at Orange County Community College, including summer semester courses. With the encouragement of two professors, I decided after accumulating about 30 credit hours, that I would enroll as a full-time student and complete my associate’s degree in one final year. This move coincided with my daughter beginning kindergarten. Interestingly, and to the surprise of many at the College who did not know me, since I left for work immediately after class and dealt with the responsibilities of a young family, I managed to graduate first in the class of 1971. My achievements at Orange County Community College, together with a little guidance, provided by the head of the business department (a retired NYU professor), landed me a nearly cost-free two years at NYU where I completed a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance and began a professional career with Price Waterhouse, first as an intern and then, upon graduation, as a full-time member of the professional staff. Following ten years with Price Waterhouse, I joined the IBM Corporation where I had a long and successful career, retiring as the Corporation’s Assistant Treasurer to sunny La Jolla, California. I am grateful to the institution and the professors at SUNY Orange for the life-changing opportunity provided me. Robert Irving Miller '77 "I am grateful for the early college experience that I received at SUNY Orange. The education I received has served me well as the foundation of my varied career in the fields of health care, business and law." I attended Orange County Community College while working as a hospital orderly and ambulance driver. After graduating with an AAS in Nursing, I worked as a staff nurse, and then became head nurse overseeing a busy emergency room. I went on to work in critical care. My next position was as a ship’s nurse and purser, serving as the sole medical resource aboard freighters traveling between U.S. ports and Europe. I then worked in hospitals as an assistant administrator and chief operating officer. I resumed my education, attending SUNY College of Technology (now SUNY Polytech) in Utica, NY, where I earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Services Management, graduating magna cum laude. I went on to earn a M.S. in Management Science from SUNY Binghamton, while working in hospital administration. My career took yet another turn when I applied to law school. While working as a nurse manager and critical care staff nurse in a hospital, I attended Pace University School of Law in White Plains, NY where I was Editor-In-Chief of the Pace Law Review (during my final year). After earning my law degree, I practiced law, eventually opening my own firm with a partner in 2000. I am now the president and managing attorney of that same firm, Sholes & Miller, PLLC, now in its 21st year. The firm currently consists of seven attorneys offering a variety of legal services. My practice concentrates on medical malpractice defense, health law litigation, professional discipline, personal injury, guardianships and mental health. While practicing law and managing the firm, I continue to maintain my license as a registered nurse. I have also taught graduate and undergraduate courses in the fields of law, health care and business administration at several local colleges. I am grateful for the early college experience that I received at SUNY Orange. The education I received has served me well as the foundation of my varied career in the fields of health care, business and law.

SUNY Orange Foundation Upcoming Events Upcoming Events & Engagement Opportunities Join us for upcoming events and initiatives that connect alumni, engage the community and support SUNY Orange students. Featured Event 2026 Leadership Awards April 30, 2026 SUNY Orange Middletown Campus Honoring individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment have made a lasting impact on SUNY Orange and the greater community. Tickets & Sponsorships Upcoming Events & Programs: Orange County Home Show March 13 - 16, 2026 The region's largest home show featuring home improvement, design, and service professionals. Hosted by Good Living Expositions, the event brings top vendors to campus, and directly support SUNY Orange student scholarships. Learn More Leadership Awards April 30, 2026 The Leadership Awards honor individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment have made a meaningful impact. This celebration brings together alumni, partners, and supporters to recognize excellence while advancing student success. Learn More STEM Alumni Career Panel April 9, 2026 - Virtual Hosted in partnership with the SUNY Orange CSTEP program, this virtual panel features alumni working in STEM fields. Panelists will discuss their career journeys, challenges, and professional insights. Open to students and alumni. Learn More Rickard Memorial Golf Outing June 15, 2026 Held annually in honor of Paul Rickard, a longtime SUNY Orange faculty member and coach, this outing is organized by the Rickard family. Funds raised support athletic scholarships for SUNY Orange student-athletes. Details Coming Soon Key Dates & Giving Opportunities Scholarship Application Now Open Open NOW - April 12, 2026 SUNY Orange Foundation scholarships support students pursuing their education by helping offset tuition, books, and related expenses. Applications are currently open to eligible SUNY Orange students. Apply Now Hudson Valley Gives May 20, 2026 Hudson Valley Gives is a regional online day of giving that supports local nonprofits. Donations made through SUNY Orange Foundation directly support student success initiatives. Learn More Campus & Alumni Traditions Alumni Pinning at Commencement May 21, 2026 Alumni Pinning is a cherished SUNY Orange tradition that welcomes graduating students into the alumni community. Alumni volunteers pin graduates as they line up for commencement, marking the transition from student to lifelong alum. Contact Us to Participate

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 2024 Induction Ceremony Saturday, November 9th at 9am American Grill Restaurant: Stony ford golf course 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 2024 Induction Ceremony. The Class of 2024 includes: Chantel Anthony, ’05- Basketball Ben Becker, ’06- Baseball Gordon James, ’00 - Basketball Ashlee Renwick, ’08 - Softball Travis Renwick, ’11 - Baseball 1967-1968 Women's Basketball Team Joanne Collins, Kathryn Williams Fay, Doris Gallose, Janice Hart, Susan Herring, Kathleen Leahy, Polly MacArther Judd, Vicky Marquart, Mary Marshall, Beth McCabe, Trish Rawson, Linda Schoonmaker, Debra Lehman, Barbara Startup, Annette Cuffe (Team Manager), Mary Diana (Coach- posthumous), Peg Williams (Assistant Coach) 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 Carly Glassé, Alumni Engagement Manager at carlyglasse@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. Past Colt Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees

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75th Anniversary Celebration Weekend Event Details & Tickets: Details Details Tickets Details Tickets Weekend Combination Ticket Interested in joining us for the entire weekend? Enjoy special pricing with our weekend combination tickets. Weekend Ticket Don't miss the opportunity to empower SUNY Orange students. Funds raised during the 75th Anniversary will be used for classroom upgrades. Purchase Sponsorships Here Have questions, ideas or want to get involved? We'd love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out to our Alumni Engagement Manager, Carly Glassé, at [carlyglasse@sunyorange.edu ] or [845-341-4179]

Donate to the SUNY Orange Student Emergency Fund today! Give to the Student Emergency Fund The Student Emergency Fund provides immediate financial assistance to help SUNY Orange students stay enrolled when unexpected expenses threaten their education. “This fund has allowed me the opportunity to continue my education. After a brutal divorce, I have focused my life on school and my 8 year old child. I know that with my disabilities I would not be able to achieve independence without an education. Your generous donation will not go to waste with me. It is making a significant impact on the lives of myself and my child. Thank you is an understatement." -Student Emergency Fund Recipient How Your Gift Helps Prevent eviction or utility shutoffs Assists with emergency childcare needs Covers medical or transportation expenses Provides timely support so students can remain enrolled When unexpected costs arise, your support helps students stay focused on their education. This fund has become a lifeline for students who find themselves in unexpected situations during their time at SUNY Orange - students who might otherwise give up on their dreams of an education and a brighter future. Your gift will go directly into the hands of a student who needs it and that is an investment in their future and ours. Thanks to a generous donor, all gifts to the Student Emergency Fund are currently being matched.

Relive the evening! Browse the full Meet Us on the Dance Floor photo gallery below. Camera JRC Photoworks 1/24 1/24 1/23 1/21 1/19 1/20 1/18 1/18 1/16 1/14 1/14 1/12 1/12 1/10 1/10 1/8 1/8 1/7 1/2 1/5 1/4 1/2 1/3 With Gratitude to Our Sponsors We are grateful for the partners whose support of Meet Us on the Dance Floor helps advance student success at SUNY Orange. Kids4Causes Winchester-Vega Family Dr. Sharen Casazza & Mr. James Casazza Dr. Jensen & Dr. Das Tom & Cathie Hunter Maria Ingrassia Karen Taphorn Howard Hanna Realty Susan Murray-Tetz