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Harpur on Broadway Event Celebrates Third Successful Year
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Dean Jean-Pierre Mileur hosted Harpur College's third annual Broadway Theatre event on Thursday, April 3rd. This event, held every Spring in New York City, supports the Theatre Department Internship program.
Harpur College alumni, friends, faculty and staff enjoyed an evening that started at world-famous Sardi's, a trendy restaurant in the Broadway theatre district. After some catching up and refreshments, the group crossed 44th street to the Samuel S. Shubert Theater to watch Bernadette Peters in the lead role of "Mama Rose" in Gypsy.
This much-antipated revival of Jerome Robbins smash hit began preview shows last month. It is the fourth Broadway production of Gypsy, directed by Sam Mendes, music by Jule Styne, and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
In 2000, Harpur College held its first-ever Broadway Theater event at The Producers, starring Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane. The following year, alumni and friends gathered to see Sweet Smell of Success, starring John Lithgow.
For the third year in a row, all enjoyed a great evening of theatre and seeing their Harpur College friends.
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 Several
student clubs had information booths in the Mandela Room to attract accepted
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"Talented students really fit in at Binghamton," said Cheryl Brown, director of admissions, in her welcoming speech to kick off the day. "Our students learn to be lifelong learners. They do that with wonderful professors."
Following Brown's remarks, Don Blake, Harpur College's associate dean for academic affairs, addressed an audience of Harpur College's accepted students and their families that packed all 2,000 seats of the Anderson Center Concert Theater As he projected slides of our students, faculty, activities and campus, Blake spoke of Harpur's high acceptance rate into graduate programs, our academic requirements, and the top ten most frequently asked questions at Open Houses.
"Hundreds of admitted Harpur students got a close-up view of the College and dozens of our faculty and staff got to meet and greet them," said Blake of the Bearcat Welcome Day, "Catalyzed by sunshine and the spring showing forth, much information was shared and the class of 2007 began to take shape."
The prospective students and their families seemed genuinely impressed with the day's events. "It was very informative. We learned a lot about your programs," commented Mary Kate Francis, who traveled to Binghamton from Pearl River, New York. "I want to major in International Studies and what you have here is very interesting."
A Designing Woman: Barbara Nadel `75
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The Harpur Hotline was glad to speak with Barbara Nadel `75, principal of Barbara Nadel Architect in New York City. Nadel has over 25 years of experience in programming, planning and design of criminal justice facilities. At Harpur, she was the first pre-architecture major through the Innovative Projects Board (IPB), now known as the Innovative Majors Program (IMP). Currently, she is also at work on her book, "Building Security: Handbook for Architectural Planning and Designing," (McGraw-Hill) scheduled for publication later this year. Nadel took some time out of her busy schedule to share her story with us and describe how a professor's encouragement inspired her to pursue her dream of being an architect.
After growing up in Plainview, Long Island, I went to Harpur College to study art, English and French. I became a Studio Art major and needed an art history course to complete the major. I chose 20th Century Architectural History, and was so intrigued, I decided to attend Cornell's summer architecture program between my sophomore and junior years. I really enjoyed architecture and wanted to pursue it further. Upon returning to Harpur, I created a pre-architecture major through the IPB, and selected courses based on requirements from the best architecture schools.
My favorite professor was Larry McGinniss, because he introduced me to architectural history. One of his most memorable courses focused on spirals in architecture, sculpture and art, and explored how one concept appeared in so many different media.
I had two extremely valuable internships. One was for an urban planning firm, at the time called Crandall Associates, in Vestal. They did traffic, planning and landscaping studies, and introduced me to what design professionals do. The second internship was for the Binghamton Commission for Architecture and Urban Design, a public agency that reviewed designs and architectural plans. This was my first exposure to the public review and approvals process, an integral part of how architectural projects are built.
After graduating from Harpur College, I went to the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), which was a great choice because of my art background. My liberal arts undergraduate education was excellent preparation for three intense years in architecture school. I entered RISD's five-year undergraduate program, but because of all my liberal arts credits, graduated in three years with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA, '77) and a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch, '78) degrees.
When I graduated from RISD, the country was in a recession and there were few openings for architects. I took a job at the Veteran's Administration Medical Center in Providence, RI, and learned how health care facilities work. I soon switched to a local architectural firm, and participated in a number of hospital projects. I became familiar with the needs of the health care facility planning and design.
I moved back to New York City in 1980, and shortly thereafter, the job market improved. Many teaching hospitals were expanding, and I was quickly in demand because of my health care design experience. I worked at some large architectural firms, and designed many major health care facilities, such as at the New York Hospital, and the Hospital for Special Surgery. The most fascinating part was working with medical professionals and administrators to determine their needs for new facilities.
In addition to design and technical ability, architecture requires good communication skills, the ability to talk to people, listen, and translate ideas onto paper. My liberal arts background helped tremendously because my job required so much writing, for projects, marketing and proposals.
In the late 1980's and early 1990's, Tuberculosis (TB) became a big problem in the New York prison system because it's a contagious, airborne disease. The New York State Department of Correctional Services (DOCS) needed a design consultant who understood health care as well as institutional design. At the time, I was with a firm leading a major study called the Health Care Plan of Action, which examined providing medical care to New York's prison system, comprised of 70 facilities and 70,000 inmates. Through my involvement with the Health Care Plan of Action, I visited many state prisons, met with doctors, nurses, and corrections professionals, and learned about health care and security needs within correctional facilities.
In 1992, I formed my own practice. At the time, TB was still on the rise in New York State and subsequently, around the country. Based on the work I did for New York State DOCS, other states and firms contacted me to plan and design solutions for their prisons and jails, which were also struggling with TB, AIDS and rising health costs. Since forming my firm, I've worked on federal, state and local correctional facilities across the country.
Around that time, I started writing for several trade journals about health care in prisons. The 1990's saw an increase in prison construction, and medical and mental health care were important parts of that trend. Over the years, I've become an expert in "special needs" within the justice system, which include medical care, mental health, and the unique needs of women, juveniles and geriatrics in correctional facilities. I've written many articles about the challenges and opportunities in designing for these special populations. It's been interesting and rewarding. I've been able to make a contribution to society by designing buildings that are pleasant, safe and code compliant, often for underserved populations.
In the early
1990s, I became an architectural journalist. I remember reading articles by
Ada Louise Huxtable when I was at Harpur College, who was then the architecture
critic for the New York Times and is now at the Wall Street Journal.
I thought, "I want to do what she's doing." I wanted to write about
architecture. My advisor encouraged me to pursue both architecture and writing.
And that's what I'm doing now. I had no idea 20 years ago, when I got my architectural
license, that I'd also be a freelance writer for magazines and newspapers. As
my reputation grew, editors began contacting me. I've now written for over 70
magazines, newspapers and three books, mostly about design, technology and security.
My new book is about security design for all building types, addressing terrorism, crime and workplace violence, with an emphasis on providing transparent security, not visible to the public eye.
Finally, over the last 15 years, I've been very involved with the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Participating in my professional organization has been an exceptional experience that exposed me to a lot of information, people, challenges and opportunities that I wouldn't have had otherwise. I rose through the local and state ranks and was elected New York Regional Director on the national AIA Board of Directors in 1997, and then 2001 National AIA Vice President. I'm once again serving as Regional Director until the end of 2003, filling a vacancy. In 2000, I was named a Fellow in the AIA, the Institute's highest honor, in recognition to my service to the profession. I've received two state awards for my professional leadership.
Some people join civic activities; I've given my time to my professional organization and it's been very worthwhile.
I have a lot of good memories from Harpur College. I remember living in Newing College, Bingham Hall with folks from all over New York State and getting to know them over the years. Many went on to have successful careers. It's great to be among them.
Romano Lecture to Feature Globalization Expert
Dean
Jean-Pierre Mileur extends an invitation to the 2003 Romano Lecture, "Going
Global: A 500 Year Perspective" by Professor Jeffrey G. Williamson of Harvard.
Mario and Antoinette Romano endowed this lecture series in 1983 to bring noted
speakers in history, economics, art history and medicine to Binghamton University.
The lecture will be held April 24 at 5:00p.m. in the President's
Reception Room in the Anderson Center.
Jeffrey G. Williamson, Laird Bell Professor of Economics at Harvard University, earned a B.A. in Mathematics in 1957 from Wesleyan University and a Ph.D. in Economics from Stanford University in 1961. He teaches and researches economic history and the contemporary Third World. Williamson has written several books, including "The Mediterranean Response to Globalization Before 1950" (Routledge, 2000), "Globalization and History: The Evolution of a 19th Century Atlantic Economy" (MIT Press, 1999) and the forthcoming "Globalization in Historical Perspective" (University of Chicago Press).
Please R.S.V.P. by April 17 by contacting Laura Potter at 607-777-4941. This event is free and open to the public.
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A Fond Farewell to Jim Sullivan
If you ever transferred credits into Harpur College from another school, chances are, Jim Sullivan came to your rescue. Sullivan celebrated his retirement from 34 years in Academic Advising at a party last month that included singing, dancing, a few tears, and many heartfelt speeches from his colleagues and family.
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Jim Sullivan won't likely forget his retirement party, held last month to honor 34 years of service to Binghamton University. His coworkers danced, sang songs about him, gave gifts and told stories in tribute of Sullivan's dedication to both the students and faculty of this campus. |
Jim Sullivan, transfer coordinator, will work part-time for a few more months. |
"Having worked as an academic advisor for 34 years, I never found my job to be routine," said Sullivan, "Binghamton students and colleagues made every day a unique and interesting experience." Sullivan is excited about this next stage in his life, though he'll miss everyone here.
"Jim deserved all the kudos he received at his retirement reception because
as the transfer coordinator for Harpur College for 34 years, he was responsible
for designing and implementing the transfer policies and procedures that guide
all five of our undergraduate schools today," said Don Blake, Harpur College's
associate dean for academic affairs. "He was also responsible for representing
the University in these matters here in New York and abroad. With Jim moving
into retirement, I feel we are losing a library filled with important information."
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Harpur Student Spotlight: Marika Fraser `04
Meet Marika Fraser `04. This Harpur College junior moved from Negril, Jamaica to Yonkers, New York in 2000. She transferred here from Westchester Community College last year after participating in the SUNY Upstate Bridges to the Baccalaureate program, which brings underrepresented minorities from select community colleges to B.U. to pursue biomedical research for a summer.
Fraser is majoring in Biology with a concentration in Pre-Health. Outside the classroom, she is very busy as a member of the Caribbean Student Association, Black Student Union, Charles Drew Minority Pre-Health Society, Phi Delta Epsilon (a coed pre-health fraternity), CSTEP (Collegiate Science Technology Entry Program), and the Binghamton Success Program. She is also a Resident Assistant in Chenango Hall, Newing College.
Her future plans include medical school, followed by a career in surgery and clinical research. "Medicine allows me to serve and help people, especially the disadvantaged, whom I hope to work with in the future," she said.
Fraser feels Harpur College has been a great match for her, but hasn't quite grown accustomed to our signature winters. "It's the best research school and I had strong ties here through the Bridges program," she said, "If the weather were great, it would be perfect!"
Wine Tasting and Silent Auction to Benefit Harpur College's Fine Arts Internship Program
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Please join us on May 7 from 5:00p.m to 9:00p.m. in the Anderson Center Reception Hall and Concert Stage at a New York State wine tasting and silent auction to benefit Harpur College's Fine Arts Internship program. Tickets are $25/single and $40/couple and available at the Anderson Center Box Office, 607-777-ARTS.
BU student a cappella and music groups will perform throughout the evening as guests are offered an elegant array of hors d'oeuvres. The silent auction will include Broadway show packages and many items donated by local merchants. A partial list of wineries includes Anthony Road Winery, Chateau Lafayette Reneau, Dr. Konstantin Frank, Fulkerson Winery, Great Western, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, King Ferry Winery, Lucas Vineyards, McGregor Vineyards, Pleasant Valley Winery, Sheldrake Point vineyards, Swedish Hill Winery, and Wagner Vineyards.
Don't miss this elegant, fun, and exciting chance to support Fine Arts Internships!
An Invitation for Alumni Golfers
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All alumni are invited to attend the Fifth Annual School of Management Dean's Challenge to be held May 15, 2003 at the Scarsdale Golf Club in Hartsdale, NY. "Shotgun start" at 8:30a.m. Mark `81 and Cathy Deutsch `79 are graciously hosting the event.
Click here for more information about the event.
In response to your much-appreciated feedback, the Harpur Hotline has developed a regular feature of alumni news. Please send us anything you want: publications, promotions, marriages, babies, graduations, retirements, etc. Many thanks to everyone who shared their stories! Here's what some of your fellow Harpur alumni and friends are doing:
| Kudos to Isidore Okpewho, professor of Africana Studies. The John Simon Guggenheim Foundation recently named him a Guggenheim Fellow for the year 2003. The fellowship will enable Okpewho to pursue research on a project titled, "African Mythology in the New World," which entails a study of the backgrounds to and modes of transformation of African oral narrative traditions in the Americas. Okpewho will use the fellowship on a sabbatical leave in 2004. |  |
1967: Henry Stone (M.A. `72) and Nancy Carlson Stone `70 announce the marriage of their daughter Jessica Stone `98 to Biyuan He `98 (Watson) on January 7, 2003 in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. Jessica is pursuing a Master's of Public Administration at the Maxwell School of Syracuse University. Biyuan is employed by B.A.E. in Endicott. The newlyweds reside in Cortland, NY.
1974: Stephen Ohl lives in Greene, NY and has worked at IBM for 22 years. He told the Hotline, "I married my high school sweetheart Stella Stratton and we have three boys. My oldest son is a graduate of Cornell University and is currently teaching in the Bronx with Teach for America. My middle son, Brian, is graduating from Ithaca College and has received a fellowship to attend graduate school at Cornell University next year. My youngest son, Timothy, is an Eagle Scout and is currently attending Broome Community College." Ohl has also have taught procurement courses at Broome Community College and hopes to continue teaching.
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1989: After graduating from Harpur, Angela Carpenter spent a few months working at Disney World just for fun. In 1990, she began a career in publishing as a writer for The Jewish Reporter in Vestal. During the early 90's, Carpenter worked for two publishers of special-interest magazines. From 1994 to 1998, she was the assistant art director for Model Airplane News. Since 1999, she has lived and worked in the Washington D.C. area and is currently the art director of Currents, a magazine published by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). In her spare time, Carpenter enjoys swing dance and being with her "very significant" other. |
| 1991: Congratulations to Daniel Brownstein (MA, M.A.T. `99). RadioShack recently named him one of 110 teachers to win their National Teacher Award. Check out http://education.radioshack.com/teacherawards/index.html for more details. Last year, Brownstein won the Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Award for New York State by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers. He teaches Earth Science and is currently the Science Department Chair for grades 6 - 12 at Hastings High School. Among his courses are two of his own design, Advanced Geology and Weather and Climate Change. During the summer of 2002, Brownstein led 12 students on a 28-day geological field trip of the Western U.S. (covered by the New York Times) and this summer, he will lead 13 students through Hawaii for the same. Brownstein told the Harpur Hotline, "The education I received at Binghamton has been a major contributor to my success. In particular, the training and guidance I received from Professors David Jenkins (Geology) and Thomas O'Brien (SEHD) were very important." |  |
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1995: Tammy Shapiro (Ph.D.) is enjoying life on the other side of the podium. She is Assistant Professor of Communications at the Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College. |
2000: Carissa Fontanella and Robert Bracero `01 (Watson) are happy to announce their engagement. Fontanella currently teaches English as a Second Language (ESL) in the Johnson City, NY School District and Bracero is an Engineer at Lockheed Martin in Owego, NY. They plan to marry in August 2003 in Syracuse, NY.
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