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(L to R) Kristen Zimmer, Susan Zimmer, Mark Zimmer ’82, Joseph Carr, President Denise Battles, and Kory Zimmer. Donor News Joseph Carr was looking for a roommate for the second semester of his first year at Geneseo, and by happenstance, Mark Zimmer ’82 needed a room. It was the beginning of a long friendship, one

The Geneseo Chamber Singers with SUNY Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Music Robert Isgro in 1970. Donor News A monumental presence in the SUNY Geneseo community for decades, Bob “Doc” Isgro, SUNY Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Music, who died last March, and his wife, Mary Isgro, were known for building strong ties with students.

Donor News Rev. Jim Swarts ’71 landed on the Geneseo campus after six years in the U.S. Navy. He graduated as a much different person. “I would not have become who I am today had it not been for my experience at Geneseo. I became a person much more willing to give than receive.” Jim’s

Jordan Daniel ’11 visiting the Taj Mahal in India (photo provided). Donor News Jordan Daniel ’11 couldn’t think of a place that was more impactful on his life than his experience at Geneseo. “I have a really deep bond with Geneseo and it’s essentially what morphed me into who I am today,” says Jordan, who

John Merchant ’70 (photo provided) Donor News Creating Opportunities for Generations of Students John Merchant ’70, who earned Bachelor of Science degrees in elementary education and biology from SUNY Geneseo, is recognized by the College as one of our most generous donors. In addition to annual gifts and creating an endowed scholarship in 2008, John

Jeff ’83 and Suzette Clarke (image provided) Donor News Building Others Up through Education, Philanthropy Jeff Clarke ’83 and his spouse, Suzette, are longtime supporters of SUNY Geneseo. They have been at the heart of engaging Geneseo alums for years, and Jeff’s participation on the Geneseo Foundation Board of Directors was critical to the Shaping

Paul Peterman ’80 tags a runner coming into home plate (1980 Oh-Ha-Daih yearbook). Donor News The lasting impact that Geneseo faculty and staff have on students can be told countless times. In Paul’s story, the positive impact that Professor Emeritus of Geology Richard Hatheway in the Department of Geological Sciences made on him has influenced

Sharon Bonk ’65 on Stissing Mountain, Hudson Valley, New York (Photo provided by Sharon Bonk) Donor News Donor Sharon Bonk ’65 leaves a legacy to support students and the College. She has followed her passion for libraries and liberal arts throughout her career. Sharon Bonk ‘65, who earned bachelor’s degrees in library science and elementary

Stephanie Nelson ’89 and Doug ’89 Dickman Donor News Doug ’89 and Stephanie Nelson ’89 Dickman met as first-year students in the Geneseo Chamber Singers, a premier ensemble that has earned regional, national, and international reputations for its performances. “We would meet at choir at 5 o’clock, and a group of us would go to