True Blue Knights

• The college’s mace, symbolic to true SUNY Geneseo insiders, is featured at the top of the key.

• Did you know:

  • The mace dates to medieval times and is a symbol of authority.
  • Geneseo’s mace is carried only at the New Student Convocation and Commencement.
  • The mace and a companion medallion were designed and created by Professor Willard Peterson in 1971 in response to a commission by a committee of students and alumni. Peterson’s design for the Geneseo mace fashions New York State cherry wood into the handle and the traditional spikes. The ornamentation features a blue lapis lazuli gemstone (found in the US only in New York State) and honors the Geneseo blue. The sunburst surrounding the stone alternates twelve gold and silver shafts, reflecting the light of learning.
  • The mace was a gift to the College by the Alpha Clionian Corporation.

Title: Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life / Student Engagement
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“So many pieces of who I am today are because of my experiences at SUNY Geneseo. Working here allows me to take the first steps of my professional career in an environment where I feel safe to learn and my contributions are valued. I am very passionate about this campus and community and want to help each student experience the love and growth that I did. My younger sister is a current student (2022-2026), and she inspires me every day to leave a positive impact here. I believe Geneseo’s future is bright, and I am so grateful to continue to be a part of it.”

Title: Technology Support Professional/CIT
Tenure: 1998-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I enjoy working at Geneseo even more than being a student here. I feel proud that I can give back to the campus every day, and help build upon the great reputation of SUNY Geneseo.”

Title: Director of Graduate & Transfer Admissions
Tenure: 2017-2019, 2025-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“The opportunity to return to my alma mater in a professional capacity has truly become a full-circle moment for me. My experience at SUNY Geneseo had such a profound and positive impact on my life. In my current role, being able to recruit the next wave of students here, while simultaneously sharing my authentic and personal experience, is incredibly rewarding. I will never stop believing in this place and the extraordinary difference it can make in the future of our students.“

Title: Associate Vice President for Human Resources
Tenure: 2006-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Geneseo provides our students with life changing experiences and networks of lifelong friends. I have great pride as an employee at SUNY Geneseo knowing the efforts that we contribute to the College creates the foundation for the experiences and relationships offered to our students that will surely transcend over their lifetime.”

Title: Vice President of Finance and Administration
Tenure: 2019-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
‘It means I have extra passion to serve the Geneseo students of today and the future.”

Title: Financial Aid Advisor/Office of Financial Aid
Tenure: 2019-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I feel so fortunate to be able to convey my passion and excitement about Geneseo as a Financial Aid Advisor. It is truly rewarding and fulfilling to be able to connect and have relatable conversations with our incoming and current students and families, while sharing my experiences as a first-generation student during my time on campus. Geneseo is still, and will always be, my home away from home.”

Title: Lead Programmer Analyst, CIT
Tenure: 2026-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It’s a full-circle experience. After working in higher ed tech in the corporate world, there’s something special about bringing that experience back to my alma mater. SUNY Geneseo helped me grow as a person, so returning to support today’s students is rewarding.”

Title: Assistant Director of Procurement & Property Control
Tenure: 2021-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I fell in love with the SUNY Geneseo community and the changes it helped bring into my life as a student, so the opportunity to give that back means the world.”

Title: Director, Network and Information Security Operations, CIT
Tenure: 1997-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“SUNY Geneseo has been my home for many years. I know the community intimately well and with that knowledge, I am a better servant leader. It is a privilege to be a part of empowering today’s students and tomorrow’s leaders at my alma mater.”

Title: Purchasing & Contract Assistant
Tenure: 2025-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It means a lot! It feels great to be able to work for the college that gave me my degree. I loved being a student here and it feels amazing to work here now.”

Title: Associate Director of Accounting Services
Tenure: 1993-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Feelings of loyalty and pride! I’m a reflection of this university so every interaction with our students, staff, and community, in my opinion, must be positive. I think it speaks volumes that I graduated and never left. I celebrated my 30-year anniversary in the fall of 2023.”

Title: Chief of Police
Tenure: 2010-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I like knowing that I can help to provide a safe learning and living experience for students so they can focus on academic success and lifelong connections.”

Title: Distinguished Service Professor of Music
Tenure:

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?

Title: Interim CIO & Director of Computing and Information Technology
Tenure: 1995-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I feel fortunate every day to work at my alma mater and pay it forward to the next generation of Geneseo students.”

Title: Community Engagement and Applied Learning Access Coordinator/ Career Design Center
Tenure: 2024-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Every single day I step onto campus it’s like coming back home. Comfortable, familiar, friendly, and healthy.”

Title: Senior Assistant Director of Alumni Relations
Tenure: 1999-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I honestly can’t imagine working anywhere else! Serving my fellow alums and providing them opportunities to engage with our beloved alma mater inspires and motivates me. Geneseo has given me so much (my husband, best friends, a fulfilling career) and every I get the chance to to meet new students and more alumni, celebrate college traditions, and create more amazing True Blue memories. It means absolutely everything to me to work at my alma mater.”

Title: Geneseo Foundation Board Liaison
Tenure: 2001-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I truly enjoy reconnecting with my fellow alumni through the years.”

Title: Major Gifts Officer / College Advancement
Tenure: 2007-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Having worked at my alma mater for my entire professional career is something I take great pride in. In my varying capacities on campus, I have had the opportunity to share my passion and commitment for Geneseo. The driving force behind my loyalty to Geneseo has been the opportunities I’ve had to impact students, via enrollment (affording students the chance to live the Geneseo experience, as I did) and philanthropically (securing funds through our incredible alumni to maintain and enhance the student experience). Being a member of the Geneseo community is something I have never taken for granted. For me, my motto is not about what can Geneseo do for me, but rather what can I do for Geneseo.”

Title: Electronic Resources and Systems Librarian / Milne Library
Tenure: 2009-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Working at my alma mater means that SUNY Geneseo has a special place in my heart, and I am devoted to doing what I can to ensure that students have positive and impactful experiences at the College.”

Title: IT Assistant, CAS
Tenure: 2012-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It is wonderful, since I get so many flash backs of yesteryear and also see the progression of the campus from when I originally enrolled in 1976.”

Title: Professor of Philosophy
Tenure: 1998-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I’m proud to be able to be a mentor to students in the way that excellent professors were a mentor to me!”

Title: University Database Administrator, CIT
Tenure: 1987-? / 2007-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“During my undergraduate time at Geneseo, I had great experiences and campus involvement, and made lifelong friends. I held a few different jobs on campus, and really felt part of the community. My last position as a student employee was in the Computer Center. It was a dream come true when a professional position in the Computer Center opened up right after graduation. I left Geneseo for a while for the corporate world but returned 16 years ago. It felt like coming home. It is my goal to continue to be involved and to give back to the school that has given me so much!”

Title: Student Teacher Supervisor
Tenure: 2025-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Since I graduated, I have always wanted to find a way to give back to the education profession and the school which prepared me so well to enter the workplace all those years ago. I feel that working with student teachers brings this goal full circle and allows me to invest in future educators like prior Geneseo staff invested in me.”

Title: Head Cross Country Coach, Assistant Track & Field Coach/Athletics and Recreation
Tenure: 2011-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Everything! To be able to give back to my alma matter who gave me so much is a true blessing.”

Title: Assistant Director, Study Abroad Office
Tenure: 2022-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I am SO proud to be supporting students to pursue an education at the school that brought me to the career I have always dreamed of. It is a true joy to come to campus every day to help Geneseo students pursue study abroad the same way that I did back when I was a student. I absolutely love being back at Geneseo for my career.”

Title: Assistant Director, Career Design Center
Tenure: 2019-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“My entire experience at Geneseo had such a profound impact on my personal growth and development, and I love having the opportunity to help students explore, discover, and achieve a future that is meaningful to them through my work in the Career Design Center.”

Title: Assistant Director of Alumni Relations
Tenure: 2024-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Geneseo has felt like home from the second I stepped foot onto campus. The sense of community, the lessons learned, and the lifelong friendships made, have shaped me into the person I am today. I am so grateful to be able to continue to grow as a member of the Geneseo community by working at my Alma Mater!”

Title: Red Hook Student Success Coordinator
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It is such an amazing experience to be working at my alma mater. Working with prospective students allows me to share my love for and the amazing experiences Geneseo provided me.”

Title: Administrative Assistant with the Student Association
Tenure: 2010-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I always consider myself an ambassador of Geneseo. Working here helps me stay connected and able to share all the wonderful things happening here on campus.”

Title: Head Women’s Basketball Coach/Head Golf Coach
Tenure: 2011-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I could not tell a better story than the one when people ask me what I love about Geneseo and what has kept me here. I feel a connection to the campus that is unique to those of us who have chosen to dedicate a huge part of our lives to Geneseo!”

Title: Academic Advisor & Success Coach/Office of Advising
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“As a student, one of my favorite parts about Geneseo was the strong sense of community I felt. I can happily say that as a professional on campus, my community has only grown, and it is incredibly rewarding to give back to the students!”

Title: Director of ACE
Tenure: 2024-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I am so proud to be working at my alma mater. It is especially meaningful as a first generation college student who has lived in the area my whole life. I get the opportunity to contribute to the community that raised me while having an impact on students’ experiences of this special place.”

Title: Prevention Education Specialist
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“The memories don’t stop after four years, I am continuously gaining new experiences. Working for Geneseo provides me with the opportunity to help build amazing memories for other students and employees. Having a first-row seat to those memories being created has made me proud to be a Geneseo Knight!”

Title: Mathematics Lecturer
Tenure: 2013-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I gave up a tenured position in a secondary school to come back to campus, so it means a lot. I understand what a special place Geneseo is, and I understand what special students Geneseo has. So, when I push them to excel it’s from the standpoint of a colleague saying, “I know you can do this because I have done what I’m asking you to do!””

Title: Adjunct instructor in the Department of Mathematics
Tenure: 2001-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I am honored to teach Mathematics with several of the phenomenal professors I had as an undergrad and graduate student!”

Title: Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives
Tenure: 2014 / 2022-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I have an opportunity to give back to the next generation of students in a personalized and meaningful way. I get to work to create new opportunities to grow as an institution and create programming for current and future Geneseo students. I love to see the holistic impact that a Geneseo education has on our students. My work here is a small token of the gratitude I have towards the institution.”

Title: Head Coach, Men’s Hockey/Athletics
Tenure: 2006-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I bleed blue as a former student-athlete at Geneseo and that has never changed. We work daily to make Geneseo Hockey something to be proud of at the national level.”

Title: Administrative Assistant 1 / Office of the Provost & Geneseo Foundation Purchaser
Tenure: TBD-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?

Title: Administrative Assistant, School of Education- Office of Field Experiences
Tenure: 2025-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Being a SUNY Geneseo alum who returned to work at my alma mater means carrying forward the support and opportunity that shaped me, especially as a first-generation college student. Geneseo was the place where I found confidence, community, and mentors who believed in me, and choosing it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Coming back now feels both humbling and meaningful as I get to give back to the campus that opened doors for me and help create that same sense of belonging for the next generation of students.“

Title: Assistant Director of Student Accounts
Tenure: 2018-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I get to work on a campus that I love, and I get to help current Geneseo students and families – it’s the best! I believe Geneseo is a wonderful institution, and I want to help others experience that.”

Title: Professor and Chair / Dept of Geological, Environmental & Planetary Sciences
Tenure: 2000-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It means everything. It’s a dream come true. Having received an exceptional education from a department dedicated to mentoring and caring for students sets a high bar, so it means carrying on those traditions so that the next student also has an exceptional experience.”

Title: Interim Director AOP
Tenure: 2017-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It was like coming home. I love that Geneseo is a place where people say “hello” and hold the door open for you.”

Title: Associate Professor of Mathematics
Tenure: 2001-present

Title: Adjunct Professor/Theatre & Dance and Music and Musical Theatre Department
Tenure: 2022-present
What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I love everything about Geneseo. It was a special place in my own professional journey, and I am thrilled to still be part of this community, teaching dance classes now.”

Title: Senior Systems Analyst / Computing & Information Technology
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I fell in love with Geneseo when I first toured the campus and knew it was the place for me, so to be able to come back to work for the alma mater and department that are near and dear to my heart means the world to me.”

Title: Associate Professor, Geography & Sustainability Studies
Tenure: 2015-present

Title: Adjunct Lecturer / Psychology
Tenure: 2022-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“It was a dream of mine for a long time to come back and teach at Geneseo. I had worked as an adjunct at a couple other colleges and loved it but always thought it would be great to do this at Geneseo. I have a fairly unique experience; I grew up in Geneseo. My mom is a Geneseo grad, and my dad was a professor at Geneseo and retired the year I graduated. And in 2026, my younger daughter is now a student here too! I have such fond memories of my dad walking down the hill to the college to teach his evening class and now I get to do that too!”

Title: Area Coordinator/Department of Residence Life
Tenure: 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Geneseo helped me develop into who I am and contributed a lot to my life. Being able to now be on the college staff and be able to contribute back to that community and help improve it is deeply meaningful to me.”

Title: Marketing Communications Manager
Tenure: 2011-2022 / 2023-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“I find it tremendously rewarding to work for the college that has given me so much in life. I always think back to the last line of our alma mater: ‘With our life’s work, we’ll repay.’ I hope that the contributions I make to this special place can repay the debt of gratitude I hold close to my heart.”

Title: Assistant Director of Athletics
Tenure: 2005-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Geneseo has been part of my life for over two decades. Having been a former student-athlete of this institution and then getting the opportunity to be a part of the campus community has been a very unique experience for me. I cherish every moment that I get to work with the fascinating students, staff, and faculty that are here. My mind is blown on a daily basis how amazing this environment and culture are. I hope to make many more incredible memories for years to come.”

Title: Associate Director of Alumni Relations
Tenure: 2006-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
“Geneseo led me directly to my first wonderful career at a local living history museum, Genesee Country Village & Museum. I chose to come back to the place that gave me my start! It is truly rewarding to interact with fellow alumni every day and help them to continue their relationship with our school and each other.”