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Alumni News
Save
the Date!
Homecoming 2006
FSC to
Honor Athletes
Can't
Curb Kevin Gosnell's
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Red Sox
Fever
Tanglewood Event
Cape
Cod Club
Reunion 2006
Planning for Success
Perspectives
'Physical' Education in the late 1930s
History Highlight
Were
You a (Hilltop) Player?
Campus News
Department of Consumer Sciences
Awarded $100,000 Grant
Help Preserve FSC's History
Alumni Services
Liberty Mutual
Online Community
Keep in Touch!
Career
Services
Loan
Consolidation
Credit
Cards
DGCE
The
Framingham State College
Alumni
Association invites you
to visit our Web site
often
for
announcements of exciting upcoming sporting and cultural events!
Please
join us and enjoy the best
that
the New England area offers!
Upcoming Events
Homecoming 2006
October
21st.
New York City Bus Trip
December 2nd.
Watch for details
Mark
your calendar!
Please
visit www.framingham.edu/alumni/ for information on future events and tickets.
Reunion 2007
Interested in planning your reunion? Alumni in classes ending in 2 and 7
and the Class of 2006 are invited to assist in making 2007 Reunion a success.
Reunion
2007
Contact
Laura Lo at
508-626-4559
llo@frc.mass.edu
Marilyn
Manzella at
508-872-9770
office@alumnihouse.org
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Save the Date!
Homecoming 2006
Saturday, October 21
FSC vs. Maine Maritime
Maple Field, Kickoff at 1 p.m.
See Familiar Faces
at the
ALUMNI AFTER-PARTY
Return to Framingham State College and
enjoy Homecoming, a
n annual
tradition and one of the biggest College
events of the year!
Alumni
After-Party under the Big Tent begins at 3:30 p.m.
(Rain
location: McCarthy’s Pub in the College Center)
For more information, contact the Alumni
Relations Office at 508-626-4561,
e-mail
development@frc.mass.edu
or visit
www.framingham.edu/alumni/
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FSC to Honor Athletes
During Hall of Fame Ceremony
The Framingham State
College Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on
Friday, Oct. 20, 2006, as part of the Homecoming & Family Weekend
festivities. The dinner will be in the newly renovated College Center
with the cocktail hour beginning at 6 p.m. and the induction ceremony
and dinner taking place at 7 p.m. For ticket information, please
contact Framingham State College Associate Director of Athletics Carey
Williams Eggen at 508-626-4565 or
cwilliams@frc.mass.edu.
The Framingham State
College Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2006 Inductees include:
Kathy Fay ’74
was a varsity softball, basketball, field hockey and volleyball player
for the Framingham State Rams. She was an outstanding shortstop for
the Rams softball program in its early years. Fay was a leader in the
early years of women’s athletics at Framingham State College and
helped pave the way for the female athletes that followed. She was
also a coach for the Rams field hockey, volleyball and softball
programs after she finished her outstanding career.
Margaret Guardiani
’77 was a versatile athlete for the Rams as she played four years
of field hockey and basketball and two years of volleyball, tennis and
softball. She was a three-year captain of the field hockey team and a
one-year captain of the women’s basketball team. Guardiani was
selected as the Unsung Hero of the women’s basketball team, served as
a representative to the College Athletic Council for three years and
received the Richard F. Cugini Award for dedication and service to
Framingham State College athletics.
James Marchant ’82
was a standout football and baseball player for the Rams. He was
tri-captain of the Rams football team his senior season and was named
the team Unsung Hero in 1980 and team MVP in 1981. Marchant was
selected to the NEFC All-Star Team Honorable Mention Defensive Back in
1979 and 1980. He finished his career holding several records
including points in a game (24), touchdowns in a game (4), career
interceptions (18) and career interception yardage (292).
Maureen McPhee
McKinnon ’85 was a three-sport athlete at Framingham State College
participating in women’s soccer, women’s basketball and softball. She
was captain of the women’s soccer team and softball team in her senior
seasons. On the court she averaged 9.2 point per game over her
four-year career.
Robert Cusick ’84
was a member of the football and ice hockey teams at Framingham State
College. He played four years on the Rams offensive line and was a
three-year starter as well as special teams player. Cusick is
posthumously being inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Rodd A. Patten ’94
was one of the great wide receivers and punt return men in Rams
football history. He currently holds eight Framingham State career
records and 5 New England Football Conference (NEFC) records. Patten,
who was captain his senior season, is the Rams record holder for
receiving yards in a season (956), receiving yards in a career
(3,178), touchdown receptions in a season (13), touchdown receptions
in a career (38), most points in a season (78) and career (252), and
touchdowns in a season (13) and career (42). Patten holds the NEFC
records for career touchdown receptions, punt returns in a game and
season, and punt returns yardage in a game and season. Patten
received several individual awards, including being awarded the Gold
Helmet twice in 1993. He was selected AP All-New England Division II
and III First Team in 1993 as well as being named the ECAC Division 3
New England Player of the Year as well as a first team ECAC All-Star.
He was a second team ECAC All-star wide receiver in 1992 and return
specialist in 1993. In addition, Patten was the NCAA Division III
Football Statistical Champion in 1991 for receiving yards per game.
Larry Boyd
served as the Director of Athletics at Framingham State College for 20
years and has been a supporter of Framingham State College Athletics
since his retirement. He was instrumental in the introduction of
women’s soccer at Framingham State as well as beginning the Framingham
State College Athletics Hall of Fame in 1991.
James Brochu
has been a friend of Framingham State College Athletics since he
finished his outstanding ice hockey career for the Rams. Each year,
he is a major contributor to the Rams golf tournament, which just
celebrated its 25th anniversary. He was a four-year ice
hockey player and a two-year captain during his time at Framingham
State. He was one of the most prolific scorers in Rams history and
was also the first Ram to have his jersey retired.
The
2006 fall athletics schedules are now available. Please visit
www.framingham.edu/athletics/ for the most up to date
schedules, scores and results for all our athletic teams.
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Can't Curb Kevin Gosnell's
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Picture two college students looking for ways to fund the cost of
their education. Not an unusual picture, except the two freshmen who
began seal coating driveways to make some cash to pay tuition turned
their operation into a multimillion-dollar company.
Kevin Gosnell '91 and Tony Heffernan grew up together in
Hanover, where they mowed lawns, shoveled driveways and worked at gas
stations together. In 1987, they founded what is today one of the
largest residential and commercial asphalt companies in New England.
T&K Asphalt Services, Inc., had its rather humble beginnings,
however. The friends earned capital for their new business by selling
a vending machine for a $600 profit. The sale allowed them to purchase
a truck and some sea coating supplies. Each time they sea coated a
driveway, the young entrepreneurs placed a makeshift sign out by the
street. The signs weren't pretty, but people started to take notice.
After running the summer business for three years, Gosnell and
Heffernan decided to make the operation their first "real life" job.
Driveways became parking lots and seal coating became paving, and from
there, a commercial division was launched.
Gosnell, who received his degree in economics from Framingham State
College, serves as president, while Heffernan is the director of
operations. The company, which has more than 200 employees, has
completed more than 200,000 projects and has accounts ranging from
residential driveways to Jordan's Furniture, Taco Bell and KeySpan. On
top of its asphalt services, the company recently added a landscape
construction division to its repertoire. Not bad for what began as a
summer job...
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Red Sox Fever
Alumni said
the Boston Red Sox vs. Cleveland Indians game on August 1 was "hot,
hot, hot" - and they meant it. With temperatures still hovering at 91
degrees that evening, the fans from Framingham met up to cool their
heels at Pizzeria Uno before the game. Cold beverages, an array of
appetizers, pizzas and desserts hit the spot. Then it was off to
Fenway, where alumni sweated it out while the Sox put up a good fight.
Unfortunately, they were unable to come up with the win. There were,
however, some blazing hits. Mark Loretta got the Sox on the board with
a solo homerun in the fourth inning. Manny Ramirez singled in the
fifth. Then, in the ninth, Alex Gonzalez made it even more interesting
with a two-run homer, giving the Red Sox their three runs.
To view more hot shots from the game,
click here.
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Tanglewood Event
FSC alumni, faculty, staff and friends said they
were thrilled to have new College President Timothy J. Flanagan and
his wife, Nancy, join them for this year's trip to Tanglewood in
August. Some were even a little surprised - after all, the Flanagans
only arrived in Massachusetts the week before, having moved from
Rochester, N.Y. The group spent the early part of the afternoon
picnicking on the lawn, enjoying wine and trading stories. Then it was
time for everyone to take their seats in the Shed for the Boston
Symphony Orchestra performance conducted by Donald Runnicles. The
concert featured Mozart’s Symphony No. 38, Prague; Strauss’
Suite from Der Rosenkavalier; and Beethoven’s Piano Concerto
No. 5, Emperor.
To view photos of the event,
click here.
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Cape Cod
Club
The Cape
Cod Framingham Club awarded Holly Cabral, ’08, and Aimee Ross, ’07, each
$1,000 scholarships at its annual Scholarship Luncheon at Harbor Point in Cummaquid on
August 16. In the past,
the club
has awarded just one scholarship per year. Members of the Club also
enjoyed being introduced to the new College president, Dr. Timothy
Flanagan, who also addressed the group, and his wife, Dr. Nancy A.
Flanagan.
The club, which meets three times a year,
welcomes new members. The next meeting, which includes lunch, is
October 4 at 11:30 a.m. at the Barnstable Tavern. Robert Pease, an
author who writes about Cape Cod, will be the speaker. To
reserve for the luncheon meeting or for membership information, please
contact Joan Costello Colosi, '75, at 508-394-4266.
Virginia Baldi Ferguson '59 credited for photos
of Cape Cod Club
To view pictures of the luncheon,
click here.
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Planning For
Success
Calling all alumni from Class years '27, '32, '37, '42, '47,
'52, '57, '62, '67, '72, '77, '82, '87, '92, '97, '02 and the Class of 2006!
Now is the perfect time to begin planning for Reunion 2007 in
June. If you are interested in serving on your class's Reunion Committee or
setting the course for future Reunions, please contact Laura Lo of the
Development & Alumni Relations Office at
development@frc.mass.edu with
Reunion in the subject line or call 508-626-4559.
To view pictures of Reunion 2006,
click here.
STAY CONNECTED!
Check out the 2006 Reunion photo gallery at www.framingham.edu/alumni/
Join the Alumni Online Community at
www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/FRC/
Don't miss out on future alumni events!
Mark your calendar for
Homecoming on Oct. 21, 2006.
If you're in a Class ending in 2 or 7, or the Class of 2006, make your Reunion a
success by joining your Reunion Planning Committee. Contact the Office of Alumni
Relations at 508-626-4561 or e-mail development@frc.mass.edu
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'Physical' Education in the Late 1930s
Athene Thompson Anthony '39 recalls the way things were while she
attended Framingham State College. "There wasn't much of an Athletic Department,
just a small gym on the lower level of May Hall. This worked out pretty well, as
only one class at a time used it. I didn't look forward to playing basketball,
though. I was no match for the robust, gung-ho, super-enthusiastic players as
they came barreling down the court. The best I could do was to keep out of their
way. And then there was the shower afterwards! The individual stalls had no
water controls, and we achieved some privacy by hanging the loops of a large
towel over hooks on the front side. Miss Taylor climbed up on a stepstool and
reached overhead to the water controls. She could tell by the screams when the
water sprayed in the stalls was too cold! Most of us tried not to get our hair
wet, as it got pretty uncomfortable running to Dwight Hall in cold weather for
our next class.
And, speaking of May Hall, you probably know about the tunnel
from May to the next building. Most girls had lockers for coats and books in May
Hall. I entered FSC in my sophomore year, and there were no lockers in May Hall.
My locker was in the basement of the next building, so I had to go downstairs
and through the tunnel. It was narrow with few lights and it seemed long.
Basements in both buildings were full of trunks and suitcases, very cavernous,
and very silent.
Dear old FSC!! If only there had been men students at the time,
it would have been perfect!"
Alumni Perspectives are welcome. Submissions should be no more
than 500 words and can be e-mailed to development@frc.mass.edu or mailed to
Hilltop Happenings Perspectives, Office of Alumni Relations, Framingham State
College, 100 State St., Framingham, MA 01701. Submissions may be edited for
style, grammar, mechanics, content and length.
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September's Highlight:
Were You a (Hilltop) Player?
DID YOU KNOW THAT...
the Fine Arts club changed its name to the Hilltop Players in 1949 to
emphasize its role as the Dramatic Society of the College?
Framingham State College has a rich history, steeped in
tradition. Do you have a piece of history to share? Let us know what you think
of this photo, or better yet, send us your own favorite Framingham State College
photo. E-mail pictures and/or responses to
development@frc.mass.edu, or mail
to: Alumni Relations, Att: Laura Lo, Framingham State College, 100 State St.,
Framingham, MA 01701. Please be sure to identify the people or action taking
place in your photo submission. Photos will be returned upon request. Responses
may be published in future editions of Hilltop Happenings.
Last Issue's Highlight:
Great Skates
A SKATERS' CHAIN,
APRIL 17, 1980. A group of students skates around campus. They are shown
on State Street in front of Crocker Hall. (From Framingham State College,
by Marc Kantrowitz and Marianne Larson)
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Department Brief
The Department of Consumer Sciences has been awarded a
$100,000 grant from the MetroWest Community Health Care Foundation to
provide training and technical assistance to the community organization in a new
initiative that targets childhood obesity in MetroWest. The department's Food
and Nutrition program is accredited by the American Dietetic Association, and it
is the only such program in the state college system.
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Help Preserve FSC's History
The Framingham State College Special Collections and Archives
need your photographs, memory books, class notes and syllabi, programs,
correspondence, club records, and artifacts and memorabilia pertaining to the
College's history. For information on how to donate, please contact Colleen
Previte, Archivist and Special Collections Librarian, at 508-626-4648 or
cprevite@frc.mass.edu. Feel free to
view our current holdings at
www.framingham.edu/wlibrary/special
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Framingham State College
Introduces Liberty Mutual Insurance Discount for Alumni
Framingham member benefits now include savings on auto and home insurance!
As
a Framingham State College Alumni Association member, you may qualify for a
special group discount* on your auto, home and renters insurance through
Group Savings Plus from Liberty Mutual. With Group Savings Plus, you’ll
also enjoy fast, easy round-the-clock claims service and a variety of discounts
including multi-car, multi-policy, safe-driver, passive restraints and
anti-theft device discounts*.
See
for yourself how much money you could save with Liberty Mutual compared with
your current insurance provider. Call 800-524-9400 or visit online at
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*Group discounts,
other discounts, and credits are available where state laws and regulations
allow, and are not available in all states. Certain discounts apply to specific
coverages only. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually
underwritten; not all applicants may qualify. Coverage provided and underwritten
by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and its affiliates, 175 Berkeley Street,
Boston, MA.
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Online Community - Helping You Build a Strong
Personal Network
Register today at
www.framingham.edu/alumni
You are just a few clicks away from finding people who could
help you find a new job, explore a career change, or find you the perfect job
candidate. Or maybe you just want to make new friends or find former classmates.
The Online Community is your connection. It's easy to use, free and accessible
only to Framingham State College alumni.
Features include:
CareerLink. Need a mentor? Interested in becoming
a mentor? This tool enables alumni to connect and help one another in the job
market.
Online Directory. A password-protected directory that
allows you to search for classmates and friends, as well as update your personal
profile.
Class Notes. Life is more fun when it is shared with
friends. Post pictures and update news about your family, career, interests and
experiences.
Permanent E-mail Forwarding Address. A permanent e-mail
address that will automatically forward messages from your Framingham State
College account to your current e-mail address.
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Moving? New Phone Number? New E-mail Address?
Be sure to call the Office of Alumni Relations at 508-626-4012 or
e-mail
development@frc.mass.edu
to ensure
your contact information is up to date.
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Career Services
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Loan Consolidation
Looking to
consolidate your college loans?
Click here for a great
rate!
The elimination of the Single Holder Rule now lets
Framingham State College graduates choose their consolidation
lender. Call 877-312-1555 or
click here for a great
rate.
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State College MasterCard and/or Framingham State College American
Express card are available to alumni. Both cards provide numerous benefits to the cardholder while also helping to support alumni and student programs at
no additional cost to you. For more information call, 800-932-2775 for MasterCard; or 877-805-8694 for American Express.
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Department of Graduate and Continuing Education
The Center for Lifelong Learners ...
where learning is a lifelong pursuit.
We all know the importance of exercising the mind as well as the body.
Framingham State College now offers a variety of educational programs to
sharpen your intellect and explore your interests. From a living history
presentation to digital photography workshops, you will find programs that
suit your active lifestyle, with weekday and weekend options. Most workshops
meet for a single, two-hour session on Saturdays.
Most classes cost
only $10.
Learning has never been so accessible
... or affordable!
(Click here for list of classes and schedules)
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