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Hamilton is investigating new trends in classical music and its relevance to current music education
Dr. Sarah Hamilton of the School of Music notes that much has changed in the classical music field over the last 20 years or so and that classically-trained musicians, particularly “classical” chamber groups, are currently exploring incorporating different musical styles. Her sabbatical project proposal is to explore the new movement (starting through the lens of an oboist) and its successes, its challenges, and its relevance for how Fredonia, as a collegiate school of music, currently trains future performers.
Four receive scholarships at Veterans ceremony
Four students were awarded Fredonia Veterans Scholarships during the Friday, Nov. 7 Veterans Remembrance Ceremony held at the Williams Center.
Business Club honors Cutting Crew owners Canfora and Michalak
On Thursday, March 6, the SUNY Fredonia Business Club presented the 37 th Annual Business Persons of the Year Award to Rita Canfora and Debbie Michalak, owners of The Cutting Crew, located on Eagle Street in the village of Fredonia. An award banquet and ceremony was held in the Williams Center.
Accounting becoming 'major' major at SUNY Fredonia
The number of School of Business Majors at Fredonia, including Accounting, are growing rapidly. Events such as “Meet the Accountants Night,” where students are recruited by professionals, are being implemented to further the School of Business and its students.
Field experience focus puts Fredonia ahead of the curve for new national initiative
For teacher preparation programs, clinically rich experiences are encouraged. Education students at SUNY Fredonia are able to participate in field experiences before student teaching, helping them to be better prepared for their future as an educator.
A passion that lives on: Orchesis still dancing nearly 50 years later
Orchesis Dance Company was founded in 1967 by Carol Prevet. 46 years later, Orchesis is still going strong, full of students that all share a passion for dance.
Biology majors honored as October 'Students of the Month'
Maria Green and Nicholas Dragonette, both senior Biology majors, were named Students of the Month for October by the Office of Residence Life. “Both are bright, pleasant and motivated students,” said Dr. Ted Lee of the Department of Biology, who nominated them for the award. As co-founders of the Health Professions Club, Green, of Loudonville, and Dragonette, of Orchard Park, have a key role in the club that provides advice to upperclassmen and serves as a forum for all pre-health students at SUNY Fredonia to discuss issues.