Michael Stockman, of Barneveld, has been appointed systems programmer analyst effective July 19, 2010.  Stockman will provide systems analysis, design, implementation, planning, reporting, and documentation along with the programming staff. He will also provide technical assistance to user offices.

Stockman comes to HCCC from SUNY Institute of Technology where he earned a B.S. in computer information systems.

Jeremiah Edwards, of Utica, has been appointed assistant director of student activities effective August 9, 2010. Edwards will work with student committees and clubs to advocate for their needs, and oversee the daily operations of the Game Room and Alumni Hall.

Edwards comes to HCCC from SUNYIT where he served as Student Association President. Edwards holds a B.S. in business/public management from SUNYIT.

Herkimer, NY— Several Herkimer County Community College student-athletes were recently named National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Distinguished Academic All-Americans and Academic All-Americans.

To be nominated as a Distinguished Academic All-American, athletes must have completed 45 semesters hours and maintain a minimum of 3.8 GPA. The 2010 honorees are:

George Hajjar (Utica, NY/Whitesboro), Baseball

Jack Pilkinton (Bourne End, England/Wye Valley School), Men’s Soccer

Lindsay Roth (Frankfort, NY/Ilion), Women’s Tennis

Brittany Varin (Ellenburg Depot, NY/North Adirondack Central School), Women’s Soccer

To be nominated as an Academic All-American, athletes must have completed 45 semesters hours and maintain a minimum of 3.6 GPA. The 2010 honorees are:

Erin Bentley (Gloversville, NY/Gloversville), Women’s Soccer

Joseph Bono (Frankfort, NY/Frankfort-Schuyler), Men’s Soccer

Sarah Dorosz (Liverpool, NY/Liverpool), Women’s Lacrosse

Melissa Tundo (Watertown, NY/General Brown), Women’s Lacrosse

Director of Athletics Donald Dutcher said, “I am very pleased to have these student-athletes honored for their academic and athletic accomplishments. These individuals represent the true meaning of student-athlete and are superb role models for young people.”

To be eligible, students must be at least 18 years of age, be enrolled full-time in the College’s EMT/Paramedic program and maintain current NYS Department of Health certification as an EMT Basic or greater level provider. All certifications must be current and maintained throughout the duration of the housing contract with the FFD. Students participating in the program are required to maintain enrollment at HCCC and be in good academic standing. The FFD will select up to four students each year.

Living quarters have been completed at the fire station to accommodate students in the program. A core committee of emergency medical technicians, officers and firefighters has been formed to monitor and mentor the program. The program will begin for the fall 2010 semester.

The objective of the program is to augment current volunteer emergency services staff and to mentor students considering a career in emergency medical services allowing them to practice skills involving patient care and transport to medical facilities.

Frankfort Fire Chief Charles Conigliaro said, “This is a win-win for the emergency services delivery, the community and students alike. We have to be pro-active to address present and future volunteer short falls, and to consider innovative programs to continue the continuity of the delivery of emergency services. We appreciate that HCCC is embracing this program partnership. We hope it will increase student enrollment in the Paramedic program and provide future participants in the Bunk-In program.”

“We are pleased to offer this program to our second-year EMT students. It is an innovative way to provide much-needed housing for students while benefiting the community,” said Michael Oriolo, HCCC Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.

Interested students must complete an application to the Frankfort Fire Department and be accepted as a member of the department in order to participate in the housing option. Applications to the FFD and the program are available at the HCCC Admissions Office or at http://villageoffrankfortny.org/content/PublicSafety/View/1.

For more information about the Frankfort Fire Department or the Bunk-In Program, contact Chief Conigliaro at 315-894-8621 or cconig4320@netzero.com. For more information about the Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic program at HCCC, call 315-866-0300, ext. 8278 or email snyderhb@herkimer.edu.

A 1999 Chevrolet Lumina being operated by Cassey Seaton of Ilion was traveling westbound on State Route 5 when he lost control of the vehicle and left the roadway via the north shoulder. The vehicle flipped over numerous times and Seaton was ejected. He was transported to St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center by MOVAC for non- life threatening injuries to his head, arms and legs.

The investigation into the accident is ongoing. The State Police were assisted at the scene by members of the East Herkimer Fire Department and Mohawk Fire Department.

Case Agent

Trooper Michael L. Benedetto

SP Herkimer

Children’s Drawing with Nature is for youth ages 8-12. Participants will learn basic techniques to draw nature. Weather permitting, participants will be able to work outside and draw wildlife that they may see. The class will be on Tuesday, August 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required by August 12.

Draw, Paint and Dance is a class for youth ages 8-12. Participants will learn drawing and painting techniques in the morning and participate in a dance moves for fitness class in the afternoon. The class will be on Tuesday, August 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Participants should bring a lunch. Pre-registration is required by August 5.

Pre-registration can be completed by calling (315) 866-0300 ext. 8251, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information and/or a complete list of courses, visit our website at www.herkimer.edu/ce/.

Since 1989 Care Net has helped more than 10,000 women and their families and reached over 50,000 local teens with a character-based, abstinence education program.    Care Net is supported by hundreds of faithful volunteers, churches and individuals.

Care Net Executive Director, Jacque Wagner states, “WALK FOR LIFE is an opportunity for people to support the compassionate services of Care Net Pregnancy Center. We want people in our community to know that Care Net provides a safe, caring, confidential place for individuals facing an unexpected pregnancy.  We offer free and confidential services because we believe every woman should have the information and support she needs to make a well informed decision about her pregnancy.  Ninety-nine percent of our clients would highly recommend Care Net to a friend.”

The Walk will begin at TR Proctor Park, corner of Culver Avenue and Welsh Bush Road in Utica with registration at 9:00 am.  Festivities include children’s activities, information booths, tee shirts, top fund-raiser prizes, food and fun. Care Net’s goal is to raise $30,000 for their ongoing work.  For information on Care Net services or WALK FOR LIFE call 733.5404.

Herkimer, NY—Online applications are available for the 34th Herkimer County Arts & Crafts Fair, to be held November 13 & 14, 2010 at Herkimer County Community College. You can go online to www.herkimer.edu/ac.

To receive an application by mail, contact the Herkimer County College Foundation at 315-866-0300, ext. 8459.

The Fair, sponsored by the Herkimer County College Foundation for the benefit of student scholarships at HCCC, is one of the largest in Central New York. The juried show features top artisans showcasing their works including jewelry, woodworking, stained glass, weaving, tole painting, dolls, textiles and more.

Introduction to Digital Illustration will introduce participants to the basics of photo manipulation and digital illustration using both premium and open source software. The class meets for five sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. beginning August 3. Pre-registration is required by July 29.

Pre-registration can be completed by calling (315) 866-0300, ext. 8251 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information and/or a complete list of courses, visit our website at www.herkimer.edu/ce/

Urbanek comes to HCCC from SUNY Canton where he served as a Circulation Librarian and Library Chair. He was also an adjunct instructor at SUNY Potsdam.

“An experienced and forward-thinking librarian, Andrew will provide the vision and leadership necessary to support our information resource needs and lead our library into the future,” said President Ann Marie Murray.

Urbanek holds a Bachelor of Arts in English, Master of Arts in English and Master of Library Science from the University at Albany.

HCCC’s Ronald F. Williams Library provides full-service information resources to on-campus and online students. The library has more than 60,000 print books and 18,000 electronic books, which can be accessed through an online catalog, and approximately 200 print periodical subscriptions. A variety of online reference databases providing access to thousands of magazines, journals and reference works are also available. An online interlibrary loan system and reciprocal agreements allow the HCCC Library to borrow needed materials from other libraries for patrons.