Springfield Technical Community College - Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1973 volume:

SPRINGFIFLD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE LIBRARY o. SPRINGFIELD TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1 Armory Square Springfield, Massachusetts Bits ' n Pieces 73 YEARBOOK STAFF Editor Copy Editor Photo Editor Layout Editor Photographers Business Wes Warren Donald Davis Paul Hunter Mary Ellen Murphy Dave Pames Vicki Letalien Larry Grant Nancy Bledsoe Patricia Rand Advisor — Gail A. Pederzoli 4 I % Foreword: How does one define a yearbook? To some it is a reference book — a history. To others it is a synthesis of nostalgic memories. Still others regard a yearbook as no more than a dust collector. At Springfield Technical Community College, ' Bits n Pieces ' 73 ' has been a source of controversy. The student senate grudgingly funded us and then, practically to the end of the first semester, threatened to either cut back our funds, (which they did) or recall all yearbook funds, (which, obviously, they didn ' t). It is from under this cloud that we come to you. As a result of the storm there are fewer pages than were planned. And because of costs, this soft cover replaces the usual hard cover. If you have seen any of the other yearbooks produced at this school, you will be aware of the improvements made. We have increased the amount of color photography, editorial copy, and personality. By the use of personal interviews, we have attempted to show that STCC is not merely an institution dedicated to the principles of higher education. It is also a community consisting of human beings in constant interaction with one another. We apologize for any mistakes or over-sights on our part. Enjoy the 1973 yearbook!! ■ Park ' n Pray The abbreviation STCC stands for Springfield Technical Community College. The community or commuting aspect of the school creates certain inevitable problems, such as the availability of parking spaces. Students enrolled at STCC are faced with the never-ending battle of finding a place to leave their cars while they attend classes. At present there are only 400 available parking slots on campus with a student body of approximately 3000. Other off-campus areas have been designated for student parking. However, in or- der to secure an off-campus parking space, students must pay 30 dollars per semester. Yet even these additional park- ing areas do not provide enough space to accomodate all of the students. This situation leaves the students with no alter- native but to park on the streets at the mercy of the Spring- field metermaids and patrolmen. In the future, building plans include an on-campus parking garage which will meet the needs of the commuting student at STCC. This will be yet another landmark in the progress of the school — anoth- er step forward made possible by the dedication of one man. YEARBOOK DEDICATION — PRESIDENT GARVEY February 5, 1973 Dr. Edmond P. Garvey is probably best known as the Founder and First President of Springfield Technical Community College. When this College first opened its doors on the Armory Square Campus in 1967, this opening represen ted the culmination of his life-long dream to establish an outstanding institution of higher learning to serve the citizens of this community who wish to continue their education. To serve the citizens of this community. Per- haps this key phrase best summarizes the intent and purpose of this man who heads STCC. Dr. Garvey has devoted most of his life to the development of high-quality, low cost educational programs for those people who would like the opportunity to further their education. Much of his work has been aimed at developing technical educational programs which would lead to employment. He has also worked to develop educational programs for minority and under-privileged groups. These related areas of his concern eventually evolved into the dream of a Springfield Technical Community College. Dr. Garvey began working toward his dream long ago. He has been Director of Vocational and Technical Education for the City of Springfield since 1950. He is also the founder of the Manpower Development Training Program in Springfield and the founder of The Springfield Technical Institute, which may be seen as the prototype of STCC. Springfield Technical Institute was established by the City of Springfield in 1964. Three years later, due to the constant effort and concern of Dr. Garvey and others, Springfield Technical Institute became Springfield Technical Community College by an Act of the Massachusetts State Legislature and was relocated on its present Armory Square Campus. Dr. Garvey has guided and nurtured the growth of this College from its initial faculty of 44 and student enrollment of 800 to its present 170 member faculty and 3,000 member student body. This phenomenal growth has been paralleled in both the Summer and Evening Divisions which testifies to the interest in and acceptance of STCC by the citizens of this community. Mere growth figures, however, cannot begin to illuminate the human story of Dr. Garvey ' s relationship with the students of STCC. His inherent concern for the welfare of people and his deep respect for human dignity have affected almost every area of this College ' s development. Dr. Garvey ' s attitude of concern and cooperation has influenced the atmosphere of individual growth which pervades this College ' s dealings with its students. The STCC student is encouraged to become more aware of and attuned to his individual potentials and needs and to develop these in order to mature his individuality and create his own place in society To insure that the STCC students have every opportunity to advance themselves in their intellectual, social, and personal growth, Dr. Garvey has worked to provide the facilities and student services necessary to nurture such growth. The Master Plan of STCC calls for a $50 million construction project which will provide for approximately 5,000 students. At its completion in 1980, this building program will provide new classroom buildings and laboratories furnished with the most modern equipment available; a Student Union; a Learning Resource Center; an auditorium, a gymnasium; a health services center; and an engineering technology building. This construction program has also provided facilities for the expansion of other extra-curricular activities. For example, the athletic program now includes football, soccer, basketball, hockey, golf, and baseball. Students may now listen to their own radio station on campus, WTCC-FM; appreciate their creative efforts in their own literary magazine, Puck; or read about campus news in their own newspaper. Graduates of STCC are kept informed of the College s progress through the Alumni Association. These name just a few ways in which Dr. Edmond P. Garvey has worked to serve the citizens of the community ' by establishing and guiding the growth of STCC through the crucial first years. Local, state, and national organizations have already recognized his achievements and to add to his other awards and citations in 1971 he received the William Pyncheon Award and an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from Our Lady of the Elms College. Dr. Garvey has taken seriously his responsibility as an individual to aid in the self-realization of other citizens in the community. To this end he has devoted over 23 years for the education and welfare of others. Now we, the Class of 1973 and the beneficiaries of Dr. Edmond P. Garvey ' s dream, would like to say Thank-you to him for having the courage and dedication to make his dream a reality. 1822- 1842- 1855 1866 1892 1903 Remembrances of Things Past In the early 1940 s a new and different sound was heard coming from the Parade Ground of the Springfield Armory. It was the sound of young voices at play. The Physical Education Department of the Springfield School System had initiated the practice of using this area for outside recreation for the gym classes from the nearby high schools. Up until this time, the only sound heard here was that of marching feet and shouting commands echoing off of the buildings as the soldiers, who were billeted here occasionally, were put through their drills. This wasn ' t the only non-military use of the property at Federal Square. At one time or another between 1811 and 1846, several of the buildings in the complex were the original meeting place for such diverse religious groups as Baptists, Methodists, Episcopalians, Universalists, and Roman Catholics. These groups eventually outgrew their Armory meeting place. They moved on to larger quarters, including St. Michael ' s and Christ Church Cathedrals, leaving the Armory buildings once more to their main purpose of the manufacture of armaments. And, to this purpose, the facility was very effectively used. A glance at the following list of historical dates will more than illustrate this effectiveness. 1807 — The first permanent building in the quadrangle was erected. Thomas Blanchard, Armory worker, designs a revolu- tionary machine for turning gun stocks. Percussion type weapon replaces old flintlock musket. Manufacture begins on first rifled bore type of military rifle. Introduction of breech loading rifle. Adoption of bolt action rifle. The year of the famed 03 Springfield Rifle which played a major role in World War I campaigns. 1937 — The first issue of the semi-automatic rifle (Garand) made to the US troops. 1944 — Production hits enormous total of 122,000 rifles monthly. The M-14 is adopted by US Armory as its new official shoulder arm weapon. Armory designated as a national registered historical landmark. In August Springfield Technical Institute began prep- arations for the Fall semester, utilizing four buildings. April 30th the Springfield Armory closed. The remain- der of the twenty-five buildings on approximately thirty- five acres of Armory land were transferred to Springfield Technical Community College. Mr. Christopher Dvarecka, who was the Information and Historical Officer at the time of the Armory s closing, stated that this act was a pointless sacrifice. However, we don t feel that this is necessarily ture. Perhaps the Armory has outlived its usefulness. As one looks back at the list of historical dates and notes the final entry, a hopeful thought comes to mind. It is best summed up in the Biblical quotation from Mich: 4, 3 — and they shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruninghooks. In the case of Federal Square, the swords and spears were guns which were put aside for books and other instruments of learning. Perhaps, in the course of time, the knowledge which the students receive here will bring enlightenment and understanding to others. If this type of transformation from the manufacture of instruments of death to the promotion of the instruments of education were repeated around the wrold, then the realization of the second part of the Micah quotation would also come about and nation truly shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they war anymore. ' ' This is our hope for the future. 1957 1963 1967 1968 New Faces — New Building If an individual had visited Building 20 fifteen years ago and had not returned until now, he would be in for quite a drastic change in scenery and atmosphere. When the armory was still in operation, the foyer of Building 20 was used as a storage basement with portions, at times, doubling as manufacturing areas. At that time there were only three floors, which were divided into large areas filled with machinery and allowing only limited space for those offices which were absolutely necessary. There were no interior decorations, only plain off-white walls and bare wooden floors. The windows were expansive, but were broken into small panes with frosted glass. They let in sufficient light for safe operation of the machinery, but were not intended to be used as a means of exploring the outside world. This was undeniably a factory — no one could dispute that fact! The visitor returning in 1973 might find it difficult to remember the old when confronted with the new Building 20. As one enters the lounge on the main floor, he is in immediate contact with the brick walls and large glass areas so characteristic of modern architecture. The bookstore serves as a reminder that this building is an integral part of an educational institution. As the visitor continues on to the upper floors (noticing that two floors have been added), the fact that this is a college building becomes more evident in the large, bright classrooms with their rows of desks. On each floor one can also see the offices housing those necessary teaching aides, familiarly known as professors. There are lounges on each floor where students can obtain coffee and snacks and relax between classes. Building 20 also houses the dental hygiene clinic and the science and electronics laboratories. By the time our visitor has arrived at the 5th floor and completed his tour, there would be no doubt as to the new purpose of this building. Registration The dawn of each new semester brings with it the inevitable mass gathering known in educational circles as registration. Nervous, self-concious freshmen blend in with crowds of swaggering seniors, shouting bravados to one another as everyone files into the appointed room to descend upon awaiting faculty and pick up schedules for the coming term. Exclamations of joy and suppressed groans of disappointment can be heard as students check over the courses, teachers, and hours awaiting them in the following sixteen weeks. Comparisons are made, new friendships are initiated, old friendships are renewed, advice is sought. The total impression is one of semi-organized confusion. 13 W THE Concert Different strokes for different folks ... might be a contemporary way for accurately describing reactions to the Nov. 3rd concert at the Springfield Audi- torium. The Hollies , Brewer and Shipley , and the Raspberries evoked a multitude of varied responses from those who attended. For some the con- cert was another High Meadows in a building, for others it was just another staged musical performance, and for still others, it was an all around good time. Nevertheless, there were many conflict- ing views. In short, the concert proved to be a controversial undertaking. More than $10,000 was spent to bring these celebri- ties to Springfield and some felt that the cost far exceeded the quality of the performances. Others objected to the choice of performers and the fact that less than one third of the senate was pre- sent when the concert was conceived. Whether you agreed or disagreed with the concert, liked or disliked it, Nov. 3rd provided a break in the academic rou- tine. On the following day we returned to . . . business as usual . . . A co-ed military induction line? No . . . but the familiar motto ' hurry up and wait applies here in the case of the aftermath of registration. These lines mark the ironing out period which precludes the beginning of each new term. Several days pass before the problems and dissatisfactions of some 3,000 students are solved. Some people have course conflicts, courses they did not sign up for, while others have changed their mind and decided to add or drop courses, and still others find the class meeting time in conflict with outside job responsibilities. Whatever the case, we sympathize with those of you who were once a part of the lineup. All we can say is the computer did it again! 17 Administration John H. Dunn Acting Dean of Faculty The future of our college is bright and substantial. Our present programs and policies have proven to be most successful. Our faculty is oustanding and is constantly endeavoring to improve their teaching by engaging themselves in professional development through advanced studies and related activities. Together, the faculty, students, and ad- ministration have provided a solid foundation upon which the future of STCC will be built. John J. Fortsch, Jr. Dean of Administration As Dean of Administration, it is my function to attempt to satisfy over three thousand people in regard to their many and varied requests related to the administration of allocated funds, facilities, supplies and maintenance. My response to those requests are and must be pre-determined, often arbitrarily, by a system of priorities in accordance with the budgetary allowance. I view the future of STCC as one of unlimited growth. My optimism is based on the building program, the continuously improving facilities, the steady growth of enrollment, the cooperativeness of the faculty and the interest and drive of our students. Paul W. Berwick Dean of Students The Dean of Students has overall responsibility for admissions, placement, counseling, student activities, and, unfortunately, discipline. I have to congratulate the student body, however, since they have been so good that very few disciplinary cases ever come to my attention. The success of the office of the Dean of Students is due in large measure to the very capable assistance of William Manzi, Assistant Dean of Students, who oversees student activities and athletics; Col. Bruce Zumwalt, Director of Placement; Don Avery, Director of Admissions, Bay Zoeller, Transfer Counselor; and Leonard Lockley, who is acting as a special counselor to veterans. 19 Donald W. Avery Director of Admissions I am responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and evaluating achievement records of applicants for admission to the college. I see the college continuing to grow to a point whereby the entire community will benefit from its programs and offerings. I ' m sure STCC will continue to be innovative in implementing new programs. Also, I see the faculty and facilities as being one of the best in the Northeast, for a college of this type. Gilbert Rosenbrier Dean of Academic Affairs The position of Academic Dean was inaugurated in September 1972 in order to coordinate career and course planning (vocational education, state disadvantaged funding, etc. ), federal and foundation proposal development, course and program evaluation, and communication with state-wide planning agencies. In working with the faculty on curriculum development, I can keep in touch with the educational needs and potential resources within the college. This, in turn, helps me to determine what we must attempt to get through outside funding. The coordination of curricular development with grantsmanship is particularly vital to a growing and dynamic college like STCC. Leonard J. Collamore Director of Community Affairs The Community Affairs Office is involved in a broad spectrum of activities in its attempt to carry out the objectives of STCC as it relates to the greater Springfield community. In carrying out these objectives, the Community Affairs Office deals with federal, state, and local government officials and with social and governmental agencies. Further, the office also institutes new programs related to the local community and its institutions and arranges and attends meetings with various community groups and organizations. The Community Affairs Office also acts as the spokesman for STCC at many social and fraternal organizational functions. Another function of the Office of Community Affairs is in the dissemination of information from the college to the community via the news media. 20 Alfred C. St. Onge Director of Continuing Education The Director of Continuing Education is a position within the college that is responsible for all programs, courses and ac- tivities not related to the day session. Success of the Continuing Education program is due to many hours of planning, an excellent faculty and students with a great desire to advance themselves through evening college study. I see an expansion of course and program offerings as the need is determined by the community, industry and citizens. Education is no longer reserved for the young, but is now a lifetime process. J. Stanley Cummings Director of Cooperative Education As head of Cooperative Education, I administer a program which involves students alternating paid, full-time, off-campus jobs with their classroom studies. Co-op makes students aware of real life working situations and provides them with on-the- job experience to accompany their academic credentials. Cooperative Education participants almost always start at higher paid jobs and in better slots than persons without such training. A program in co-op Secretarial Science was launched in September, 1972 with 15 jobs among Springfield ' s top employers being filled by 30 girls. Fourteen of the fifteen employers have offered our students full-time jobs upon graduation. As a result, we are most encouraged and next year co-op will be offered in a dozen areas. Registrar The functions of the Registrar are many and diverse. These responsibilities are classified under the following areas: maintenance of student records, determination of transfer credit from other colleges, student transcripts, scheduling classes, pre-registration and registration, all reports requesting enrollment data. The future of STCC can best be described as exciting and growing. Due to the fact that we offer a tremendous variety of programs tuned to the needs of the community, our services will be in great demand. The student population should continue to grow, as will the physical plant in order to meet our needs. 21 William M. Manzi Assistant Dean of Students As Assistant Dean of Students, I am mainly concerned with student activities and athletics. However I do some counseling and admission s work as well. In addition I serve as advisor to the student government and am also varsity baseball coach. I simply try to cooperate with the student body as much as possible. I listen to their problems and do my best to solve them. This same spirit and attitude can be found on the faculty, administration, and the staff of STCC. I am proud of the excellent rapport the faculty and administration have with the student body. I feel it is due to the fact that the student body recognizes that the college, since its creation, has endeavored to provide wholesome and advantageous exposure to extra-curricular activities for its student body. Leonard K. Lockley Counselor As a counselor at STCC, one can ' t be expected to just concern himself with academic problems. For many of our students come to us with not only academic problems, but a history of social and economic problems. Therefore, it is very important for the counselor to deal with the total person. Oftentimes this may take a number of visits so that a trust and understanding can be developed between student and counselor. Once this trust is established, it is the duty and responsibility of the counselor to discuss long range goals with the student. When these goals have been explored and a determination is made by the student as to which of these are realistic and obtainable, it is the duty of the counselor to help the student decide on a course of action to achieve these goals. Raphael Zoeller Transfer Counselor As a general counselor, I attempt to assist all students as necessary and in whatever manner is appropriate to complete successfully the requirements for graduation from STCC. As transfer counselor, I serve as liaison between STCC and the various four-year institutions concerning transfer matters of interest to STCC graduates who plan to continue their education. Information gained is utilized in advising students of the names of colleges offering programs in which they desire to continue and, also, in assisting students to choose prerequisites and other courses in building a successful academic transfer. College representatives are invited on campus for discussion and question and answer sessions with students. Over three hundred students made application to transfer in the 1972-73 school year. It is believed that the vast majority of those who do transfer to a four-year school will prove to be competent students. 22 Charles B. Zumwalt Counselor and Director of Placement My position as Director of Placement deals with off- campus employment (both part and full time) for students and graduates of STCC. Several hundred firms in the Greater Springfield area, as well as recruiters from the Hartford and Boston areas, are sent a letter advising them of the disciplines from which we will have graduates. Some firms send recruiters to interview candidates on campus and others ask that interested candidates contact them at their place of business. Some years have been more successful than others, but placement has never been less than 90 %. I forsee a continued need for our type of graduates. A Special Thanks to a Special Person Buth McClain More Than a Counselor Have a problem? Need some constructive suggestions for transfer plans? Have a course, time, or teacher conflict? Need a sensitive ear to listen to some personal crisis? A few months ago all of these difficulties could and would have been handled by Mrs. Buth McClain, one of the most capable counselors that STCC has ever known. Mrs. McClain came to STCC in August of 1971 and left us this January in order to join her husband, who is doing doctoral work in Louisiana. While she was here, her responsibilities included the personal and career counseling of Allied Health Service students and numerous others who sought her advice. She assisted in reviewing admissions applications and student scheduling. It was also Mrs. McClain who established the faculty advisory system and trained the new health and peer counselors. In addition to this, she did all of the college s testing and still found time to coach the cheerleaders. One cannot help being impressed by Mrs. McClain ' s professional contributions and qualifications. However, those of us who knew her tend to think of her as Buth and not Mrs. McClain, as a sensitive, warm, and understanding human being, who did not merely do a job or fulfill a function, but who made her job a part of her life and her life a part of her job. To say that she will be missed would be a gross understatement of fact. 23 Faculty Views Homer R. Angers Automotive Richard D. Cormier Automotive David A. Baldyga Bio Med Instrumentation John E. Bugbee Bio-Med Instrumentation Kenneth C.DuPont Bio-Medical Instrument Technology 1 feel teaching is a fine but a very dif- ficult profession. You feel good when one of your students makes it big James M. Curran Biological Sciences The students at STCC are intelligent ' individuals with a wide variety of in- terests They are cooperative and friendly Irene Dillon Anatomy and Physiology (Biological Sciences) I am trying to teach my students the fun of learning, how to learn, and how to prepare for their future Helen B. Holmes Biological Sciences Teaching involves a lot of interaction between people — this 1 find stimulat- ing. And I especially enjoy sharing the exciting developments in modern biol- ogy with others. George Leslie Biological Sciences Edward R. MacLosky Biological Sciences Roberta Nichols Biological Sciences The ideal campus should have areas where the students can congregate, walk, and think free of pollution (noise, smoke etc ). ' Vincent D. DiMonaco Business Administration Gerard J. DiSanti Business Administration My aim is to teach my students com- mon sense and an understanding and appreciation of the real world Robert J. Donoghue Business Administration John J. Godfrey Business Administration Mitchell Gregorski Business Administration I feel that there is a good two way communication between students and faculty resulting in a good relationship William Herd Business Administration The college ' s faculty and staff try to work as a team to fulfill the needs and ambitions of each student Jack Barocas Chemistry Goldsmith H. Conant Chemistry In my classes my aim is to teach my students interest in citizenship: how to be a steady, useful, thinking mem- ber of society. If some science is picked up in the process, so much the better Elsa M. Niedbala Chemistry My students ' reaction to my course — Chemistry — who needs it?! Kenneth W. Killings Chemistry John P. Spineti Mathematics and Chemistry STCC has the widest range of abili- ties imaginable! Most students accept required introductory courses and work very hard in them. Sophie L. Drost Cosmetology On weekends I work on my car Saturday afternoon and evening I spend at demolition derbys. I am very interested in antique cars and motor- cycle racing. Joan Purcell Cosmetology If both faculty and students alike keep in mind th at we can learn from each other and share each others knowledge, a healthy atmosphere wil grow. George Cusson Data Processing Most students are warm and recep- tive. At STCC there is a much closer bond than at other schools, Thomas F. Tetlow Data Processing Deborah V. Del Dotto Dental Assistant Dorathea Foote Dental Hygiene The relationship between students and faculty is great! I may flunk all of the seniors so they will be around next year. Helen M. Sady Dental Assistant Mitchell Walkowicz Electronics James J. Waters Electronics Peter J. Montessi Engineering Graphics Range of abilities is highly diversi- fied — a real oddball bell shaped curve. William L. Tuthil! Civil Engineering Technology Too many high students are brought up under the theme of a 4 year college or work, and as a result there has been not only a loss in tapping our human resources, but an unfair stigma at- tached to those not going on to a 4 year college. The community college sys- tem is an answer to this. John R. Warner Civil Engineering Technology The graduating class of 1972 and this year ' s class seem to have much in common; sincere interest in the pro- gram and good motivation Kathleen A. Andrew English Teaching is one of the few areas where human and aesthetic values prevail over the profit motive Anthony J. Bialas English I hope our classes continue to be small enough to maintain personal rapport. 25 Dr. Donald Fitzgerald Humanities I would like to see our students push themselves more 1 don ' t believe that our students realize how much poten- tial the human being has at the age of twenty. Francis P. Gray English Mary V. Marrion English Students vary in abilities — from class to class and from day to day. The most important thing for me, and them, is that they try to exercise their potential. Walter P. Mayfield English I enjoy teaching Clare E. McDonnell English 1 went into teaching because I ' m a ham ' At STCC there is a wide range of abilities — but I ' m not sure its ' abil- ity ' as much as previous training, moti- vation, interest in English. Diane Miller English Mary Murphy English Gail A. Pederzoli English Fascinated by people in general, 1 wanted to work with them on a person- al level. Teaching is also the closest thing to being a professional student. Dorothy Pryor English Michael J. Ritzen English Joseph F. Ross English STCC has a faculty that cares, an administration that is eager to listen, and a student body that is willing to share. Carolyn Tetrault English Frederic R. Meyers Environmental Donald G. Newton Environmental Technology Most of the students rate high in abil- ity, unfortunately many of them rate fairly low in the application of that ability. They could generally do much better. William B. Rosborough Environmental Russell Falvey Fine Arts-Music My efforts reflect a concern for all students; that they include life-enrich- ing humanistic study or activity as part of their overall community college experience Anne Lemieux Fine Arts-Music Edith Mantyla Art Expressing myself through the visual arts has been such a positive force in my own life that I decided to do what I could to enable others to exercise their creativity through drawing, painting, sculpting, etc. ... Patrick J. Kearney Fire Science Albert W. Valentine Fire Science Antoinette L. Burgess Foreign Languages Dr. Thomas E. Holland Foreign Languages Estelle H. Amidon Graphic Arts William E.Gibbs Craphic Arts James A. Langone Graphic Arts Daniel P. Barry Landscape Hilton Abbott Physics My goal is to convince people that they have the ability to understand and deal with contemporary models of the physical world Dr. John H. Connell Physics The range of abilities shown by stu- dents is ' challenging ' The school spirit is businesslike. Donald M. Fleming Physics Robert M. HaTmem Mathematics James A. Mac-Donald Mathematics Irving E. Magoon Mathematics WilliamS. Mullett Mathematics Physics James F. Shanley Physics Oliver Wallock Mathematics In view of the theory of community colleges. 1 would like to see a rise in the minority attendance William K. White Mathematics Student Development Bruno Boucher Machine and Too) Design I enjoy teaching and helping others In class I try to make my students proficient enough to qualify as draftsmen, detailers and designers, and engineering aides Donald C. Einfurer Mechanical Technology Joan M. Milieu Nursing Helen C. Burzynski Allied Health Technology Most dramatic and fiction-like expe- riences occurred during my career as an obstetrical supervisor including de- livering babies in elevators, ambul- ances etc The entire gamut of joy and tears, life and death unfolds before your eyes daily Susan Orlowski Medical Assistants M aim is to teach m students medi- cal skills, professionalism, and understanding Sister M. C. Griffin Medical Laboratory Technician Faye-Marie Bartlett Nursing Dr. Freida W. Carbonall Nursing Mary G. Delaney Nursing Mary R. Moran Nursing Sr. Elizabeth J. Reardon Nursing With reference to my students, 1 try to assist them in becoming competent nurses, to instill in them a deep appre- ciation of the human person Sister Mary of Victory Nursing Rita F. LaBreque Operating Room Technicians John T. Holowitz Photography Lucille B. Hood Physical Therapy I have always wanted to teach When we played school as children, I always had to be the teacher Patricia B. Lovejoy Physical Therapy Assistants One of our important functions is to help students recognize what their strengths are. Gary N. Saunders Radiology Rev. Vemin L. Bolden Social Science Thomas J. Boyle Social Sciences Most students have a very good atti- tude; others do not set high enough standards for themselves. Mary H. Donovan Social Science Paul H. Duval Social Science James J. Fitzgibbons Jr. Social Science Leon J. Friedman Social Science The faculty reaches out for the stu- dent much more than average faculties do and I think the students appreciate it and respond. Frances M. Juliano Social Science Richard C. Parkin Social Science Lucile C. Parks Social Science Siegfried F. Rentzschke Social Science Carol A. Roberts Social Sciences In my classes I am trying to enable the student to have a better understand- ing of oneself to become more in- trospective and honest with oneself Mildred A. Russell Social Science Dr. Stanley C. Speer Social Science An ideal campus atmosphere is one in which the students, faculty, and administration work harmoniously toward making the overall college community a pleasing center of excel- lence in learning Steven Weisner Social Science Dennison G. Rice Speech Virginia C. Hovland Secretarial Science My main objective at STCC is to ' out competent Secretaries. Edwina K Kirby Secretarial Science EstelleC. Lech Secretarial Science Loretta F. Rattelsdorfer Secretarial Science Robert Ludolph Student Development I have found the mix of van ing abili- ties in classes to be an extremel) posi- tive influence — most of the students with whom 1 work are making a sin- cere committment to their personal and academic development Alan Merichle Student Development 29 Academics Throughout the academic year, the yearbook staff has been trying to sound out the students on their views of the administration, the faculty, the counseling system, student government, and the courses offered in the various technologies. We have also asked individuals what they plan to do when they graduate from STCC. Here are some of the answers to our questions: Automotive Technology Automotive Technology is a two-year program which provides the student with practical work experience in inspecting, testing, servicing, and repairing cars as well as a study of related technical subjects. Instruction in management and business operations is included to prepare graduates for junior supervisory positions in the automotive field. Graduates may also be employed as automotive service technicians, service salesmen and managers. The faculty goes all out for the students. The courses in Automotive Technology meet all of the requirements for my needs. There isn ' t much student involvement that I can see. Most students go to class and go home. The Administration stays in the administration building and that is that. Bio-Medical Technology Instrumentation is being used more and more in medical, biological, and research fields. This equipment has become so complex that technicians must have a detailed knowledge of bio- medical procedures and terminology so that proper functioning of the equipment and safety of the patient can be assured. The program at STCC provides the general technical knowledge and understanding of the most commonly used bio-medical instruments, components, systems, and circuit techniques. The classes in Bio-Med Instrumentation are fair. They could do away with the filler subject. The course is well designed for our needs. More practical job experience would be helpful. Some great profs — but a few are just interested in picking up their pay checks. Business Administration The basic aim of this program is to develop competent business personnel for immediate career opportunities. Students may pursue a program in one of the four major areas of concentration leading to an Associate of Science Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, or Marketing. I feel that accounting should be learned in fewer hours and in groups of 5 to 10 people. Faculty as a whole can be seen as debits and credits. As individuals they have fantastic personalities. I feel that the accounting course here goes way out of the way to help the students by means of the tutoring system which is an excellent idea. Apathy is a personal feeling — a campus is what you make it. Civil Engineering The aim of the Civil Engineering program is to provide an engineering background for students who wish to enter the building and construction industry as engineering technicans, architectural draftsmen, or as construction managers. There is a very good relationship between students and faculty. Most of the faculty will try to help the student in all possible ways. My courses apply to my technology very well, but it would be better if we could spend more time and cover more topics. 34 Cosmetology The Cosmetology program prepares the student to pro- vide a variety of beauty serviees, most of which are related to the care of hair. Students are trained to shampoo, cut, set, style, straighten, bleach and tint hair and give permanent waves. They also may give manicures, scalp and facial treat- ments, provide make-up analysis, shape eyebrows, and clean and style wigs and hairpieces. I find the faculty cooperative and sincere. Students must be willing to cooperate in order to establish a mutual under- standing. The relationship between the girls and teachers in our course is really good — I ' d say exceptional! I didn ' t even know I had a counselor! Data Processing Engineering and scientific data processing is a technology used for the rapid analysis of data, for the solution of complicated formulas, and for the development of instructions used in numerically controlled machine tools. The DP program prepares students to enter industry as trained junior programmers. The courses in DP meet my requirements. The Coop program is very helpful. We could solve the problem of apathy on this campus by changing society in the United States. Never had the opportunity to make use of the guidance department. Courses meet most of my requirements, but I think more should be added. Dental Assisting This department strives to educate students in all phases of Dental Assisting, including business, chairside, and laboratory procedures. I feel the courses are well chosen and we do need all of them for graduation. Atmosphere would be better if we knew what things were going on. Among those students who care, there is a good relationship between students and faculty. Courses are worthwhile. I feel that I ' ll use this knowledge in the office. Dental Hygiene The Dental Hygiene department has two primary aims: to prepare students for employment as dental hygienists immediately after graduation and to prepare and motivate students to continue their education in the field of dental hygiene by obtaining the baccalaureate degree. Good relationship between students and faculty, because of the fairly small classes and the size of the school. At STCC you are not just a number! My courses meet my requirements, but I feel there is a fair amount of overlapping in subject matter. I don ' t know that too much can be done about student apathy. Students as a whole are chronic defeatists and until they decide to change nothing can be done. Early Childhood Assistant Graduates of the two-year program will be prepared to as- sist teachers and other professionals in nonpublic, preschool contexts such as nursery schools, private kindergartens, health care agencies, institutions and other schools and organizations offering early learning programs and or child care services. The administration is fair and I think they are willing to listen. I think that Early Childhood is a good course, but not for the student who wishes to go on further in his education. Students should choose the activities by ballot. The Senate should not have all of the power. i Electrical Technology The Electrical Technology program prepares students for work in the development, installation, and maintenance of industrial automated systems or related instrumentation applications. Most teachers have a very good relationship with students — there are always exceptions. One of my suggestions to improve the atmosphere on campus is to have more trees around. We could use some more shade in the summer. Some of the courses meet my requirements, but others seem unnecessary. Electronics Technology Students who complete the program in Electronic Technology are qualified to perform job functions in areas such as communications, control systems, computers, electronic drafting, circuit design, and systems testing. My courses do meet my requirements, but I feel that the amount of work we have should be given in three years so that we could obtain greater detail in specific subjects. Since I work 30 or more hours a week, I do not get involved in student activities. Engineering Transfer The Engineering Transfer program is designed to cater to those students who wish to further their education in engineering at a four-year college. I think you ' d have to be a psychological genius to solve the prob- lem of apathy on campus. I think that small classes have a lot to do with the good relationship between students and faculty. I ' ll probably have to wait until I transfer to see if my courses meet my needs. Environmental Technology The Environmental program is oriented toward both environmental chemical studies with the objective of training para- professionals who can assist the engineer in detecting and measuring pollution, designing and installing control facilities, or who can operate purification facilities. Although my future plans are not absolutely clear, the requirements seem to be headed in the right direction. To have all classes on the second floor of one building might help to solve the problem of student apathy. Graphic Arts The Graphic Arts department offers a curriculum designed to prepare students for the diverse careers available in the commercial printing and advertising business. Courses are informative but not extensive enough and there seems to be a lack of equipment and supplies in the Graphic Arts department. I plan to work in this technology and attend night school in the hopes of becoming a commercial artist. Head of department is outstanding, other members of Graphic Arts leave something to be desired. Heating and Power Technology The Heating and Power program is unique because it is one of two such programs offered on the east coast. Graduates are prepared to enter a stable, basic industry as manufacturer ' s representatives, field service engineers, lab technicians, etc. The labs are too long, but otherwise I am learning about Heat and Power very rapidly. My courses meet the standards I expected and so far, I am content with the way the department is run. The students are in their own society which is set apart from that of the faculty. Inhalation Therapy The inhalation therapist administers treatments and medications to deal with diseases of the respiratory tracts such as emphysema, bronchitis, and industrial diseases. Therapists also carry out various diagnostic tests to help the physician in determining the proper course of treatment for his patient. It ' s a heavy load of courses with all the sciences, but I know that I wouldn ' t be taking them unless I had to because I need them for the field I ' m in. When I was in high school, I was warned of the mean faculty who considered you no more than a Social Security Number. I have found that to be completely false. All of my teachers would go out of their way to help any student. Landscape Technology Topics ranging from plant identification and use, tree and landscape maintenance, to landscape design and construction are included as part of this curriculum. Graduates may be employed by nurseries, landscape contractors, private and public parks, and by business firms as grounds maintenance specialists. I think the courses are too general, they just skim over the surface. It has been my experience that when you talk to a senator, he is on the defensive about what you are discussing. ( The rah! rah! days seem to be over. People are here for so many [different reasons. Student apathy could only be solved by finding some common interest and building on it. [ The courses offered allow the student a wide variety of [experience. Liberal Arts The Liberal Arts curriculum is designed primarily for students who intend to transfer to a senior institution and work toward a Bachelor ' s degree. Liberal Arts students must take a variety of courses in the areas of the Humanities, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Natural and or Social Sciences. There should be more athletics, a ski program, a swim program, golf, bridge club. The students and faculty get on pretty well together for the most part. Some instructors, however, try too hard to be buddies to students, others don ' t try hard enough. I am very satisfied with my courses, but some people are wasting time, money, and valuable space. If student coming in behind us would make up their minds to be active, half the battle would be won. JET 1 V ; 48 Machine and Tool Design This program prepares the student to become an engineering aide or technician in the fields of mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing engineering. What apathy? I don ' t feel there is any. The courses are very good, but I do think that a Cost Analysis course should be offered. The only thing I disagree with is taking English Comp I and II. Relationship between students and faculty depends upon the individuals involved. Sometimes the relationship ' s good and sometimes it ' s bad. Medical Assistant This two-year program prepares the student to meet the rigorous demands of today ' s practicing physician and his need for a skilled Medical Assistant to handle the increasing administrative and technical details of his medical practice. The atmosphere on campus has improved considerably this semester. ' I feel as though my courses meet my needs, but I won ' t be sure until I start working and using them. Relationship between students and administration is good — very friendly. 50 Mental Health Technician This program prepares a generalist to work with the professional in performing a variety of assigned tasks in all areas of human services. Graduates are qualified to work in all areas of human services like mental health, public health, and social services. The courses meet my requirements, but I think that there should be more courses dealing with how to treat mental illness and retardation. The faculty can be educators and at the same time provide friendship. The counselors, especially Ruth McClain are great! I hope to work in a nursery school or Day Care Center for the {j retarded. Nursing The nursing curriculum is planned to prepare young men and women as professional nurses who will be competent to render safe and effective nursing care to people within the normal life cycle, both in health and illness. It would be better if school activities were more widely publicized. Courses are both theoretical and practical — a necessary combination. 52 Operating Room Technician The program prepares the technician to function as a member of a surgical team or as an assistant to the surgeon, anesthesiologist, or professional nurse in the operating room. Student Government seems to be doing a good job. I especially like the Tuesday concerts. Things in the counseling department have changed for the worse since Ruth McClain left. Physical Therapy Assistant The graduate physical therapy assistant works under the direction and supervision of a registered physical therapist performing patient related activities and other tasks required for the operation of the service. The courses in the medical field are excellent. I do feel that we should have more clinical experience. The atmosphere is 100% better than at other community colleges. I really haven ' t had much involvement with counselors, but when I needed help it was there. Radiologic Technology This program prepares an individual to become an important member of the radiology team, in that he or she produces diagnostic films and radiographs as well as assisting the radiologist in fluoroscopic examinations. Relationship between students and faculty is informal and appealing to most students. The courses I am taking in my department are a must for my field. This college is strictly a commuter college and everyone goes as fast as they come — little time for extra-curricular involvement. Secretarial Science The aim of this two-year program is to prepare students to assume greater responsibility in a secretarial career than is required in a stenographic career, which depends largely on the basic skills of typewriting and shorthand. The secretary needs a broader knowledge of communications, economics, psychology, sociology, business law, data processing, and accounting. All in all the atmosphere is a friendly, cooperative one. After graduation I plan to begin to learn outside of school the . things that can ' t be taught in a classroom. Students from all fields should be on Student Government so that news could be better carried to all the departments. 58 Remember the Library . . . remember exam week when you felt like you had moved in; remember other times when you just came to relax, and maybe you fell asleep in the lounge and missed a class, or watched the wrong filmstrip by mistake and discovered a whole new interest! No matter how you remember the Library, you ' ve probably real- ized that it ' s not just a large room filled with books and magazines. The Library changed this year, in an exciting new way. Now it ' s a learning resources center and offers you cassettes, records, 16 millimeter films, filmstrips that come with cassettes to provide the sound, and most importantly, a whole new room where you can use them. The Audio-Visual Viewing Room has all the machines you need, and it ' s yours to use whenever it ' s convenient. Of course, there are still over 30,000 books, an excellent collection that is steadily growing. We hope you remember the Library as a pleasant place to be, as well as an exciting place to learn . . . and we hope you ' ll come back to visit. 59 Cooperative Education 300 4 Gay Yeager of Springfield chats with her co-op boss at Bulkley, Richardson, Ryan Gelinas, attorneys at law whose office is in Baystate West. Katherine Evans of East Longmeadow discusses the day ' s schedule with her superior at The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Kathy worked cooperatively at the Chamber ' s Baystate West office. Mr. Stanley Cummings, Director of the Cooperative Education program, and Michael Suzor stand with Christine Vershon of West Springfield, a Co-op student working at Spaulding Co. 60 Chamber of Commerce Manager of Human Development Robert F. Hafey discusses a brochure layout with his co- op secretary Donna LaBroad in the Chamber ' s sixth floor offices at Baystate West. COMMERCE AMI T CO FOBATION Robin Humphrey of Worthington with the Director of Personnel at Monarch Life Insurance Co. where Robin worked for several months as a co-op employee. Secretarial co-op participant, Joanne Roy of Chicopee, receives instructions from the Vice-President of the Trust Department of The Third National Bank where she worked as a co-op participant. Cooperative Education During the first semester of the 1972-73 school year, a new program was established at STCC. This was the Cooperative Education program which allows a student to work at a full-time job while going to school. The employment is promised by local firms and organizations as well as government bureaus and sometimes the school itself. At his writing students from a total of 13 departments were included in the program. How does it work? Two students share each job. One works full time while the other attends school full time. At the end of the semester they change places. In this way, each receives a full education as well as having the opportunity to earn money and gain valuable experience. Because the student is earning a full time salary, he is able to pay for his education and have money left over for personal expenses. This is advantageous to the college for it allows the scholarship funds to be used specifically for those students who can obtain tuition only through such funds. Besides gaining practical experience while earning a salary and going to school, the student generally goes on, after graduation, to work for the organization involved in his or her co-op program. All in all, it seems to us that the addition of this program will be a benefit to the student, the school and the employer so that three factors of the community will be helped by its adaption at Springfield Technical Community College. 61 The Work Study Program Work-Study is a common form of financial aid whereby the Federal Government allocates to the College a specific amount of money to pay students to work for the College. Both parties, the College and the student benefit from this unique approach to financial aid. The College gets certain jobs done and the students have a chance to earn a part of expenses. Jobs in the Work-Study Program cover every imaginable possibility, from custodial-grounds crew work through clerical office jobs, and include tutoring in some cases. Whenever possible, the Work-Study job should use a skill possessed by the student, or train him in some new skill area. Financial Aid Secretary Miss Elizabeth O ' Neil Miss Helen Austin 62 Another New Improvement — « _ i El au Were you one of those ambitious seniors who rushed over to Bldg. 27 at the beginning of the year to avoid the rush and buy all of your textbooks for the fall term? And did you dash expectantly into that familiar book- lined room near the vending machines only to find it empty? September of 1972 marked another step forward for STCC when the college bookstore moved to its new quarters in Bldg. 20. A large, spacious, well-lighted room replaced the old familiar corner in Bldg. 27. Once again the modern replaced the ancient, sterile order replaced comfortably cluttered homeiness. The bookstore at STCC is run by the College Service Corporation which is headed by manager, Alan Chapman, and assistant manager, Carol Du- rocher. In an interview on the purpose and contribution of the bookstore to the college community, Mrs. Durocher stressed that We try to make the students feel that it is their store, managed and operated to meet their needs. Aside from providing students with the necessary textbooks and school supplies, the bookstore contains school jackets, shirts, and souvenirs. It is also the place where class rings are sold and cap and gown measurements and orders are taken. In an attempt to encourage the students to come in and browse, various extras are offered throughout the year. At Halloween cider is served and this Easter a drawing was held for a lawn chair and various Fabergere products. It might also be noted that candy is sold in the bookstore at a cheaper rate than in the vending machines. Also three cash registers are in operation the start of each term in order to alleviate some of that tedious waiting in line. Aside from serving the regular day session students, the bookstore also meets the needs of the Evening Divi- sion and Summer School. 63 Angels in the Snow During the past few years have you been wondering whatever happened to those old fashioned winters? Those winters you enjoyed so much when you were five? When Mommy bundled you up in that snow suit, and muffler, and mittens pinned to your jacket? And then you waddled out into the snow only to discover that your layers of clothing prevented you from making a snowball becuz you couldn ' t beend down or make your arms come together and your scarf gave you tunnel vision? Remember those ' fun ' times? And how about your view of six inches of snow then? After the snow plows came through didn ' t it seem like there were MOUNTAINS of snow? Huge fortresses of fluffy white stuff that you just had to conquer? And then those exciting sledding parties with you clinging to Daddy ' s back and fearfully hoping that the sled would stop before you reached the pond at the foot of the hill? But then you grew up and snowy days came to be associated with shoveling the walk, digging the car out, and driving to work praying that you wouldn ' t end up in a snow bank. Remember that Monday morning second semester when you awoke to a whitened world? And you really wanted to go out and play but instead you struggled into warm clothes, shoveled your car out, drove to STCC and just as you pulled up to the front gate the radio announced that YES!!! STCC was on the list of school cancellations — last but not least. Well . . . back to angels in the snow after all. 64 Student Government I Senator Fred Holt Senator James Miller Senator Kathy Flanagan Senator Robert Syniee Senator Glynis Novak Senator Joseph Spano Senator Robert Wagner Senator Kathy Berard Senator Douglas Ward Senator Edward Kelly Senator Robert Authier Senator Deborah Barret Senator Ronald Gallagher Senator Rocky Albano Senator Jeanne McKenna The Student Senate the People Who Brought You the Afro-Am talent show, occupational education sessions, and parents ' days, the November concert with the Hollies, Brewer and Shipley and the Raspberries . . . free tickets to Sing-Out Springfield in October . . . the bi-monthly film series presented free on Saturday nights . . . the STCC speaker on the adult education forum . . . the senate paid the exhibition fee for all students wishing to display their art in the co-operating colleges art exhibit . . . free tickets to Stage West . . . Puck, the literary magazine is mailed free to every student . . . student ID s were paid for out of the activitiy fee . . . scholarships were set up for undergraduate and graduate study . . . tickets for the Santana and Grateful Dead concert were sold at half- price . . . the STCC shool bus became available for student use . . . the student senate also subsidized the drama depart- ment for produc tions such as Ten Little Indians ... a film festival of old movies presented on Wednesday afternoons and 66 President Anthony Charles Chicklowski Senator Vice President Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Marianne Downey Conrad Iuliano Helen Shcible PaulTyburski Glen Zeo evenings . . . free tickets to the Springfield Symphony Concert Series . . . the Christmas concert with Shelton Lassiter and Jack Verones in the lounge in Bldg. 20 . . . the Halloween party for children given in the Afro-Am building . . . the athletic teams are paid for completely from SA funds . . . the Student Center was opened in Bldg. 10 . . . the alumni presented a cocktail party and invited the graduating class . . . the People ' s Bicentennial appeared in February and the admission was free ... all clubs that applied for it received their maximum $150 allowance for their activities . . . WTCC was financed by SA funds . . . because the senate took over profits in the cafeteria, soda and coffee prices went down to lOtf . . . this yearbook free to all seniors . . . the senate paid for the blacktopping of the Carlton House parking lot . . . the newspaper was published for $4,000 and went to press every other week and was distributed free to all students . . . the spring concerts with people like Fat, Jack Veronesi, Clear Sky, Luther Jackson Blues Band, and the free beer and popcorn that went with it . . . but they left a bill behind them ... this year ' s unsettled account was for $200 worth of EXCEDRIN. 67 Music! Music! Music! This year student government sponsored a Tuesday night concert series. The series was the result of Senator Bob Syniec ' s ideas and the hard work of Senators Debbie Barrett, Bob Authier, Rocky Albano, and President Chuck Cicklowski. Booking and publicity was handled by student government activities secretary, Alan Brownfield. A receptive school administration in the persons of President Garvey, Dean Fortsch, Dean Berwick, and Assistant Dean Manzi, and faculty members Paul Duval and Mike Ritzen, gave their support and cited the need for after school activities for students. Judging from students ' reactions and comments, this year ' s concerts were successful. Crowds averaged from three to four hundred people. Plans are to continue the concerts next year, but the format for them may change, since this year was really an experimental one in student activities here at STCC. There were problems that had to be solved. Some kids seem to think that concerts are a place to show how cute they are by trying to sneak in, steal beers, start fights, and ruin the good times of the other ninety-five percent of the students. We hope they will try their acts in local bars this summer so that they won ' t be around in the fall. 69 Christmas Cheer Sometime around the second or third week in December every year without fail, the traditional hustle and bustle of the Christmas season breaks into the me- thodical routine of everyday life. Faces seem brighter, smiles broader, and spirits heightened. STCC is certainly no exception. On the last day of scheduled classes the community at Springfield Technical Community College gathered in the student lounge in Bldg. 27 for its annual Christmas party. President Garvey opened the program and delivered his Christm as message to the students. At the Conclusion to his speech, he played a benevolent Santa Claus by suspending classes for the remainder of the day so that all could enjoy the festivities. Under the direction of Prof. Russell Falvey, the STCC chorale and chorus presented a Christmas concert of popular favor- ites. Then Jack Veronese and Friends continued the program with a collection of folk rock selections. 71 People ' s Bicentennial Group Americomedia is a rather definite, but also light-hearted, part of the People ' s Bicentennial Commission. It is a travelling part of the 200th anniversary celebration of America ' s existence. US History instructor, Richard Parkin, and the student government brought the performance to our amphi- theater in February. The collage of funny, historical, and mythological skits were animated by seven youthful performers. It was a performance well worth seeing and perhaps it may be repeated here. 73 How would you feel if you scored and nobody cheered? you won and nobody congratulated you? you were injured and nobody comforted you? you were the star athlete and nobody knew? you broke a record and nobody cared? Probably like an STCC athlete 78 Soccer The wind which blows across the parade ground at S.T.C.C. can get very cold in the early fall. But it didn t chill the enthusiasm of the S.T.C.C. Soccer Team. They also carried their desire to win with them when they played at other fields, and ended the season with a final record of 15-2. The players were helped in this accomplishment by the inspired coaching of Prof. John Bugbee ably assisted by Student Coach Bill Nyman. This combination of mental and physical agility added another stellar year to the team ' s record and makes us look forward hopefully to an equally good season next year. 80 This was the second year for club football on the S.T.C.C. campus. When introduced last year, it was a kind of novel idea because no other community college in the state had a club team in football. The school s two year education program allows the coaches only half the usual time to form their players into a team. Normally the freshman and sophomore years are used to develop the players who will play varsity football in their junior and senior seasons. Obviously this shortened practice time causes problems unique to the situation. Slowly but surely solutions are being formed to solve some of these problems. These solutions along with the enthusiasm of the players should enable the school to attain its announced goal of a .005 record for the season. This year s 1-6 record is surely a step in the right direction. 81 82 Springfield, as most people know, is the birthplace of Basketball. Although it doesn ' t follow that the best players will come from the city, its nice to know that we ' ve done our share in producing good players. This past season, under the coaching of Allan Bush, the S.T.C.C. team put together a final record of 14 wins and 7 losses. In the years since Naismith first introduced the game, the area schools have produced some excellent teams. I think its safe to say that S.T.C.C. can now take its place among these schools. 83 V c If the S.T.CC. Hockey Team had a problem this year, it would seem to have been an abundance of riches. The team was loaded with talent and took on the majority of its opponents with little or no trouble. In spite of the fact that the team got caught in the crunch for practice ice time at the area ' s limited rinks, a problem which plagued most of the local teams, they were able to meld well into a viable working group. There was depth both in offense and defense which worked to put together an end of season record of 9-3-2. We salute the players, Coach Joe Morrisino, and Assistant Coach, John Bugbee and look forward to an even better season next year. 85 pHKHI 53 4P This year ' s baseball team, under the direction of Coach William Manzi, had a very active season. The team participated in the New Jersey Community College Tournament held at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, New York. Team members can also be proud of winning the co-cahmpionship in the Western Conference of Massachusetts Community Colleges. At Awards Day the baseball team also shared some of the limelight as shortstop, Bernard Regnier, received the President ' s Cup for being the outstanding athlete at STCC in 1973. The baseball team rounded out the season with an overall record of 13 wins and 6 losses. 87 me Whether you are a golfer who has tried to correct a hook or a shank in his drive, or a non-player who wonders how the players get that ball in the little hole, everyone realizes that golf is not an easy game. It takes months of practice to become at all proficient, and perhaps years to play really well. STCC ' s golf team, coached by Andrew Scibelli had a season ' s record of 2 wins, 6 losses, and 3 rained out games. 89 Who Says We Ain ' t Got No Culture?! Springfield Technical Community College distinguishes itself among community colleges in Massachusetts by being the only community college with the term technical as an integral part of its name. In some ways this distinction works to the advantage of the school. Technical explains the specific emphasis of the school and highpoints the fact that STCC offers many programs which are absent from the curriculum of the other community colleges. In other instances, however, the term technical ' acts as a drawback and a detriment to the reputation of the school. Those who are either uninformed or misinformed as to the many offerings availableat STCC tend to stereotype the college as merely a trade school or a two year extension of high school — in short, something less than the traditional liberal arts college. Therefore, it is our purpose here, and on the following pages, to illustrate that STCC has indeed made a committment to further develop the cultural awareness of its students. We strenuously object to being referred to as just a technical institution. Although some may be unaware of the artistic aspects of this college, they are a live and well and growing at a rapid pace. Such things as the photography department; the art department; the drama club; Puck, the literary magazine; the school newspaper, the Ram; and the yearbook make STCC the many faceted college that it truly is. The photography department has given rise to a number of talented people this past year. Two school exhibits in the fall and spring, along with a permanent photographic display in the admissions office, have recognized some very promising STCC photographers. The Springfield Amateur-Wide Contest held at the Eastfield Mall also attracted some STCC photography students. Among those participating in this contest were: Vicki Ellen Letalien, Jim Selva, John Peresada, Tom Price, C. Mellis and others. STCC claimed the honor of being rated best and took two top prizes in the contest. Vicki Ellen Letalien won 1st prize for her entry in the special effects category and 2nd prize for her entry in the people category. How is that for a technical school? In the spring of 1973 the Cooperating Colleges of Greater Springfield held an art exhibit at the Springfield Historical Museum. Students submitted their photographs and art work to a panel of judges, who reviewed them and selected only the best to be hung in the exhibit. For any who attended this exhibit, it was evident that STCC fared very well. Photographs by Vicki Ellen Letalien and Jim Selva and art work by Nancy Craig and Marilyn Sticco were on display. The photography department also performs a great many services that are invaluable within the community of STCC. When the Rotary Club toured the college, the photography department arranged an exhibit of student work. Also, what would the school newspaper do without the able assistance of photographer, Mike Garreffi? Even though the photo department is limited on funds, somehow quality work is produced. Let ' s hope that in the future more money and attention is focused on this department. 91 93 Um . . . Surprised?! Didn ' t you know that STCC has an art department? Well, perhaps it is no wonder that so few people are aware of the existence of such a department. Unfortunately, the art department at STCC is located in a rather remote part of campus, just above the photography lab. Also, the department consists of one lone room and houses one lone faculty member, Mrs. Edith Mantyla. The funds and facilities are also very limited. However, Mrs. Mantyla informed us recently that she has ordered new equipment and looks forward to joining the rest of the Humanities Division in its new building in the fall of 1973. Let s hope that this move will attract the attention of more people so that the art department and Mrs. Mantyla will receive the recognition they so rightly deserve. This past year the art department provided the college with an exhibit in Quarters 1 and two shows in the student lounge in Bldg 20. Unfortunately though, one entire exhibit in the student lounge was stolen. This atrocity occured at 10 am in broad daylight!! Some 20 pieces of student art, framed and under glass, were stolen and never recovered. Mrs. Mantyla estimates the loss at about $600 at a bare minimum. This of course does not include all of the time, energy, and talent involved. How about waking up and preventing this kind of thing from happening again?!! Art students at STCC took part in a juried show representing the work of art students in the Cooperative College Association of Greater Springfield. The work of such students as Marilyn Sticco, Nancy Craig, Vicki Letalien, Jim Selva, Ken Butler, Georgeanne Barker, Janis Crampton, and Jim Bodrigues was on display at the Springfield Historical Museum. Other STCC art students, Anne Ingary and Jean Serewicz, made a big hit by drawing homes on request at the Eastern States Home Show. Also, the art department contributes work to the literary magazine, Puck, and has permanent art work on display in various administrative offices. 95 This year STCC ' s Theater Workshop, under the direction of Speech instructor, Dennison Rice, brought to the stage two pro- ductions which evoked from the audiences such diverse responses as shivers, shrieks, confusion, and laughter. During the fall semester, members of the workshop spent their time producing and directing Agatha Christie ' s famous suspense- thriller, Ten Little Indians. Since we have no permanent thea- ter facilities at this time, students and Dennison Rice devoted much time and energy to building the stage, organizing and painting the sets, and arranging the lighting. On February 8th, 9th, and 10th Ten Little Indians emerged as a success due to the efforts of such people as Steve Demers, Gail Walpurgis, Jack Quinn, David Gosselin, Larry Tiffany, Teresa Drapeau, Rrian Murphy, James McNally, and Sharon Raymond. Considering that this same production had been done at Stage West just weeks before, attendance and audience opinion were both very favorably impressed by the STCC rendition. With a successful murder mystery behind them, members of the STCC T heater Workshop continued on to present yet another dramatic production in the late spring. This time the emphasis was on a pleasing mixture of comedy and confusion. Four contemporary one act plays — Kissing Sweet, Write Me A Love Scene, ' One Day in the Life of Ivy Dennison, ' and The Tridget of Greva provided a change of pace in the theater scene at STCC. The very modernity of the plays forced those who attended to look for meanings and search for comments on life instead of merely sitting back and enjoying. We look forward to more provacative plays in the years to come. Alexandra D. Lapinski Paul Russio William Barker Peter D Hodgkins A Little Help From Our Friends Last year the first issue of Puck was printed outside of STCC. The 1973 edition of Puck marked the first instance of the magazine ' s being printed at STCC by the Graphic Arts Education Center. The magazine was designed and printed by Prof. William Gibbs and graphic arts student, Nancy Craig. Judging by the reactions of those who read and commented on the 1973 version of Puck, having the magazine printed at STCC was certainly a change for the better. The design and layout, as well as the quality of the printing, were far superior to last year ' s efforts. 98 Advisor — M. V. Marrion Vicki Ellen Letalien Last year marked the debut of a literary magazine at STCC. In a conversation with Miss Mary V. Marrion, advisor to the literary magazine, the question of the origin of the magazine came up. Miss Marrion said that a group of interested students approached her last year and expressed some interest in putting together a publication which would give students an opportunity to display their literary and artistic talents. After a series of organizational meetings, the founding committee including Vicki Letalien, Peter Hodgkins, and Gerri Stirlacci, decided to call the magazine Puck after the famous Shakespearean character in A Midsummer Night ' s Dream. The first issue of Puck appeared in the spring of 1972 and was greeted with much enthusiasm. The contents included poetry, short stories, essays and art work. 99 The Ram Writes 275,000 Words In the 13 editions of The Ram, an unprecedented figure for STCC publication, over 275,000 words were written on a veritable smorgasbord of topics mostly relating to the college and its activities. Under the direction of Prof. Walter Mayfield and editor, Mark LaFrancis, some 25 Journalism Workshop students wrote over 575 articles throughout 230 pages of photographs, announcements, interviews, sports, record reviews, concert analyses, news stories, cartoons, poems, editorials, and features Yet, without pictures, words are just words. So photography lab assistant, Mike Garreffi provided The Ram with 12 smashing covers and nearly 500 photographs over the year. Additional help from assistant Jim Selva and free lancers, Ed Kelly and Mario Therrien, enabled The Ram to publish over 600 photos. Also, cartoonists Steve Wing and Jim Klisiewicz sketched over 41 sometimes absurd, sometimes philosophical, but always humorous strips of laughable quality. With some luck our Eppiglobbises will be back next fall, that is, if they don ' t flunk their physics quizzes. Upcoming events were announced about 400 times, with close to 100 letters to the editor received to make for a more complete communications source for STCC. No single edition was perfect. Things were regrettably left out and people were mistakenly overlooked. Yet the small Ram staff assembled last September had no standards to mirror themselves with, so progress was made as each edition was published. Mark LaFrancis Rocky Albano Sue Garvey Steve Wing, Don Mancini Butch Regnier Fred Muzzy Sandra Mildonian Editor-in-Chief Editorial Editor News Editor Music Arts Editors Sports Editor Media Editor Ad Manager 101 Afro-Am Society The purpose of the Afro-Am Society is to work to improve the lines of communication between the black students within our community. We provide for the members an advantage to develop themselves in such fields as: communication with their black brothers and sisters; and an opportunity to observe planned activities, which in turn enables them to indulge themselves as well; and also various aspects that result in the areas of: education, history, membership, and possibly future references. The Afro-Am Society was established a few years ago. The society started out with five people: Naomi Shingles, Bill Brown, Wilbur Wigfall, Michael Jones, and Alvin Jones. Slowly people began to realize what these people were trying to do and they took it into consideration and began to communicate. In making progress the current society has struggled and striven for further developments and coordinations for our increased membership. Events of this past year included: Parents ' Day, Talent Show, Occupational Information Sessions, Soul Feast, a trip to New York etc. President — Vice President — Treasurer — Secretary — Coordinator — Members at Large — Charles Williams Lin wood Brown Wayne Gasque Anita Calhoun Al Carter Quentin Foster, Bernice Chambler, Albert Bolden, Larry Lawson, Tommy McCall 102 Business Club The Business Club originated as a result of an interest and enthusiasm to know and participate in common goals with fellow students in the business division. Our purpose is to promote a practical view of the business milieu, and to engender comradeship among the business stu- dents through extracurricular events such as business trips, community business activities, and social gatherings. This year we took a trip to the New York Stock Exchange, had a raffle for a trip to Bermuda, and en- joyed a spring picnic. President - Vice-President - Secretary - Treasurer ■ Advisor - Evan Weiner Jeannine Pence Lucy Danieli Judy Kobus Gerard DiSanti 25 and Up Club The purpose of the 25 and Up Club is to have a place for students 25 years of age and older to meet and study. The club originated when some STCC students got together and decided that it would be helpful if there were a place on campus where older students with a variety of common needs and interests could gather to meet one another on a social and academic basis. Breakfast is served daily to members only. Some of the activities of the club during the past year have been — a Halloween party, Thanksgiving dinner. Christmas party, a picnic, raffel, and private tutoring. President — Vice-President — Secretary — Treasurer — Carolyn Casella Frank DeCaro Carolyn Tetrault Joe Barberi 103 Honor Society This year, more than any other in its brief history, the Alpha Nu Omega Honor Society — Alpha Chapter enjoyed tremendous success. Membership doubled. We were able to award scholarships. Also our tapping ceremony, held in the Springfield Ballroom at Bay State West on May 6th, met with great approval. The year began for the executive board with an election in November. Just before the Christmas recess we gave scholarships to three deserving fellow students. Through a massive letter campaign, we were able to raise from 100 to 200 our all-voluntary membership. We, First Vice President, Patricia Costella, Second Vice President, Kenneth Roberts, Secretary, Linda Chouikh, Treasurer, Lee Bishop, Advisor, Dr. Thomas Boyle, and I, President Donald D.E. Davis started at the beginning of the second semester to plan the tapping. President Garvey s kind and practical assistance made it possible for us to take the event off campus. Dr. John R. Silber, the President of Boston University, was our special guest speaker. His talk was an explanation of the present thinking and conduct of young people. The cause, he suggested, was to be found in part with television and with parents. The remedy is compassion and understanding. Alpha Nu Omega was formed four years ago at Springfield Technical Community College. At present it is comprised of five member colleges throughout the state. Membership is restricted to two year colleges offering an Associates degree. Student membership in the Alpha Chapter is restricted to students in degree granting programs, who carry 12 credits or more per semester. On a 4.0 scale, they must maintain a 3.3 point average or better. Officers are required to qualify at 3.5 or better. Finally on behalf of the executive board, our advisor, and President Garvey, it was a pleasure serving the membership and the college. We wish both nothing but smooth sailing in the future. Donald D. E. Davis President — Alpha Chapter 104 Alpha Nu Omega Honor Society Alpha Chapter Allen, Dorothy Ashe, Clare Bake, Julie A. Balboni, Virginia Marie Balicki, Cheryl T. Barker, Georgeann Barrepski, Linda S. Barrette, Donald A. Bednarz, Robert Bednarz, Susan Bednarzyk, William Berge, Clinton J. Bergman, Neil Bermani, Catherine Bishop, Lee Bonneville, Gail A. Bosak, Donald A. Brady, Cheri M. Brigham, Jennifer Brower, Ronald J. Bujak, Robert J. Burmazovic, Loga-Larrine Carroll, Lois Casella, Carolyn S. Cavanaugh, Maurice Chapin, Charles Chris, Joseph P. Chouikh, Linda M. Connors, George Cook, Beverly A. Corcoran, Lawrence W. Cornacchio, Rosemarie Costa, Maxine M. Costella, Patricia R. Crampton, Janis Cushing, Stephen Cyr, Elaine Davis, Donald D. E. Davis, Joseph J. Day, Martha Diffley, Judith Diggs, Diane J. D ' Ambrosio, Diane D ' orazio, John A. Dowler, Harold J. Drost, Robert T. Kenward, David Podmore, George Estevens, Debra J. Klisiewicz, Ronald Provost, Louis J. Evans, John T. Kruszyna, Lynn Raimondi, Richard Figiel, Mary S. Kulawz, Eileen Raymond, Sharon Flanagan, Kathie M. Kszaszcz, Philip Reece, Raymond Flebotte, Denise LaFrancis, Galen Roberts, Kennith Florian, Diane M. LaRussa, Sandra Ross, Margorie Fortin, Alison M. LaTour, Gail Roth, Sue Ann Foster, Jeanne M. LaVigne, Kathryn Rothus, Carol Gadbois, Gerald W. LeClair, Sandra Roy, Suzanne Gaines, Loretta E. LeDuc, Donald Russell, Zachariah Galusza, Janet E. Leone, Nola B. Sanchez, Cynthia A. Garvey, Susan A. Lepine, Pauline Schoolcraft, Thomas Giaquinto, Carol P. Letalien, Vicki E. Senecal, Kathryn Gibeau, Joseph Liberty, Donna Sherbow, Nancy Giguere, Donald Marble, Deborah J. Shorette, Jacquelyn Giordano, Dianne Martus, Hildy Shurn, Arthur Giroux, Richard Mathisen, Clara Sierakowski, Michael Goodshield, Christine Maxwell, George Slessler, Donna M. Gordon, Marlene Mc Kinney, Lawrence Smith, Deborah Gormbley, James Mildonian, Cynthia A. Smith, Francis Gosselin, Vickie Miller, Jeff Smith, William Graham, William C. Morel, Maurice Smola, Eleanor Grandison, James E. Morel, Robert E. Spadoni, Ann Greene, Donna M. Morin, Rachelle Stebbins, Shirley Gregg, Louise Morni, Elizabeth Stein, Jamie A. Griffin, Donald Nolan, Kathleen Sticco, Marilyn Griffin, Norene M. Novak, Glynis Sunter, Sherrie Grigus, Daniel O ' Connor, Roderick Surridge, Daniel Hall, Alan Oliveri, Deward P. Teal, Edward L. Harris, David M. Ouellette, Marion Thrasher, Ruth Hebert, Dennis Palmer, Susan Tobey, Glenna Hogan, Clifford P. Parisi, Rose Travassos, Richard Hogan, William P. Pearce, William Twomey, Joanne Holmes, Nancy Pence, Jeannine Vandergrift, Lois J. Holt, Fred L. Picard, Theresa M. Walder, Alan David Horanzy, Brenda M. Pielka, Christine Wallace, Ronald C. Ingari, Anne Pigeon, Renee Walpurgis, Gail Jazab, John S. Pinkos, Laura Walsh, Kevin F. Johnson, Denise Plante, Diane Warner, Susan B. Kacenski, Mark Poulin, Linda Washburn, Katherine Kajka, Paul K. Previti. Elaine Wilkinson, Eileen M. Kardynal, Cynthia E. Price, Roger Wozniakowski, Stanley Kennedy, Lynda Pruitte, James Ziencina, Mitchell Kenney, Patricia Puskin, Richard Zegota, Lorraine 105 r T , r_ £fc f- ' c f lllVl This club originated several years ago and ran very well until non-veterans were allowed -11 v7 ▼ 1 J to j 0 j n y ne new vers i on D f t he Vet ' s Club is more veteran-oriented and will hopefully attract only veterans. Our purpose is to provide a social and study atmosphere for veterans and to make veterans more aware of the benefits available to them. Our president is William Hadden and our secretary and treasurer is Ed Menders. The Rifle Club The STCC Rifle and Pistol Club, one of the longer established clubs on campus has maintained a membership of around 40 people since 1967. The fostering of an interest in marksmanship as a hobby and a competitive sport has been its purpose. Located in the basement of Building 28, the club also provides an outlet for music lovers, and ping pong players. 106 3 ■■HI WTCC — At the Top of the Tower WTCC AM and STEREO FM, owned and operated by the students of STCC, is now finishing its first full year of dual operation. The AM (closed cirucit-carrier current) station has been in operation for four years, serving the students on campus with music and campus information. WTCC STEREO FM signed on in August of 1972. Our tower, 305 feet above sea level, enables us to reach a potential listening audience of 500,000 people, from Amherst to Hartford and from Holyoke to Palmer. 41 people put in over 270 manhours a week high atop Garvey Hall in the Tower, where our offices, studios, and transmitters are located. The FM station has tried to be an alternative media for the greater Springfield community, offering a potpourri of personalized progressive rock, news, opinions, ethnic programs, and live concerts. Tune in 90.9 on your FM dail!! Mark Aaron Gillman Program Director 107 108 Commencement Sunday, the 27th of May, 1973, marked the sixth commencement of Springfield Technical Community College. This particular day will be remembered by all attending for a number of reasons. STCC can now boast six perfectly lovely graduation days. However this year many were in grave doubt as to the weather situation. Throughout the entire weekend the weathermen had been promising cloudy skies with a definite possibility of showers. Yet somebody Up There must like us, because just prior to the beginning of the graduation exercises, the benevolent sun sparkled tthrough the clouds and shone down upon the class of 1973. A total of 907 degrees were awarded to STCC graduates. This marked the largest graduating class in the history of the school. This year STCC welcomed back to Springfield Senator Mike Gravel, D-Alaska. Senator Gravel ' s speech centered on the energy crisis facing the nation at this time. He warned of a national and world depression if the United States continued to depend on imported oil. He also stated that the only way to solve the short-range energy crisis and avert a major depression is to open up the controversial Alaskan oil pipeline. President Garvey presented the Class of 1973 and remarks were also delivered by Mayor William C. Sullivan and State Senator Alan D. Sisitsky of Springfield. Additional awards were also presented during the commencement exercises. G. Mark LaFrancis and Cheri Brady were recipients of the Edmond P. Garvey Award. The Teresina B. Thompson Award was given to Donna Maclver. Also Academic Achievement Awards were received by Eileen V. Kulacz, Janet M. Kiefer, Christine M. Sayko, and James A. Sullivan. 1 10 Awards Day May 26th, 1973 marked the first annual Awards Day at STCC. Numerous outstanding seniors received a total of 55 awards during the ceremony held on the fifth floor of Bldg. 20. Approximately 200 relatives, friends, and members of the faculty and administration turned out to honor the distinguished graduates. Following the conferral of awards, a reception was held to give all the opportunity to socialize a bit. The President ' s Cup for outstanding athlete was presented to Bernard J. Regnier, a liberal arts student, who played shortstop on the baseball team and acted as sports editor for the Ram. President Garvey awarded six students with Special Citizenship Awards. Recipients were Chuck Chicklowski, president of the Student Senate; Donald Davis, president of the Alpha Chapter of the Alpha Nu Omega Honor Society; Maxine Costa, director of the Honor Society ' s Central Committee; Wes Warren, editor of the 1973 edition of the yearbook; student senator Robert Syniec; and Jeanne McKenna, student senator and former Campus Queen. Maxine Costa was also awarded the Helen B. Post Award, one of five nursing awards. Other award winners were Kenneth Roberts and Angela Maggipinto for the John A. O ' leary Awards; Robert Bednarz for the Mercy Hospital Award; and Armand LaFleur for the Nursing Faculty Award. The Isabel V. Kendrick Award for dental assisting was given to Cheryl Grigg. The first yearly scholarships of Chapter 32 of the Pioneer Valley Society for Manufacturing Engineers were given to Robert Polumbo and John Corriveau. Wesson Memorial Women ' s Auxiliary Scholarships were awarded to radiology students Debra Bembenek and Diana Ziemba. Wes Warren added an STCC Alumni Association Scholarship to his Citizenship Award. Freshman Suzanne Lefebvre received a similar award presented for the first time this year. Secretarial student awards were given to Frances Smith, Sandra LaRussa and Kathryn Senecal. To honor excellent study in business administration, the STCC Business Club presented its first plaques to Evan Weiner and Jeanine Pence. 112 113 Richard J. Croteau Electrical Donald A. Bosak Bio-med Thomas P. Bushey Bio-med Joseph P. H. Chris Bio-med Barry L. Colen Bio-med Warren D. Cooke Bio-med Richard H. Dunn Bio-med Rose Ann Green Bio-med James S. Harper Bio-med Thomas W. Jentoft Bio-med Phillip C. Macken Bio-med Steven L. Mitchell Bio-med Mike W. Monahan Bio-med Roger R. Moreau Bio-med Wayne Parker Bio-med Chris G. Staryos Bio-med Stanley P. Tessier Bio-med Alexander J. Trudeau Bio-med Robert J. Aquilio Business Linda J. Anghilante Business 1 14 Joseph J. Davis Business John A. DeChainne Business .A David T. Drost Business Robert D. Ellithorpe Business Debbie J. Esteves Business Michael A. Gaudette Business George L. Haesaert Business Ronald J. Hamel Business Gary J. Hebert Business Tim J. Holben Business David A. Kenward Business Judith A. Kobus Business Donald T. Leduc Business Larry K. Martin Business Gary S. Mayo Business Leonard E. Nasiatka Business Charles G. Nothe Business John J. O ' Neill Business Mitchell J. Oqulewicz Business Robert S. Pawlin Business 116 Glen A. Zeo Business Larry J. Benoit Civil Engineering Dennis B. Chechile Civil Engineering Donald E. Griffin Civil Engineering Donald F. Leger C V 7 Engineering John U. Martin C V 7 Engineering John J. Samlkowicy C V 7 Engineering Peter Tautznik C V 7 Engineering i Richard J. Raimondi C V 7 Engineering Richard F. Raschdorf C V 7 Engineering Patricia M. Aleks Cosmetology Karen E. Ambrose Cosmetology Ronald Klisiewicz Civil Engineering Lawrence S. Salvatore C V 7 Engineering Zomena J. Barnett Cosmetology Suzanne M. Beaucheim Cosmetology 1 18 Linda R. Bond Cosmetology Barbara A. Boris Cosmetology Ruby L. Carter Cosmetology Julie A. Fusco Cosmetology Jean I. Lapointe Michele A. Lizak Rhea A. Parker Joan A. Radtke Carol J. Renaud Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Maria L. Ricardi Debbie A. Rouillard Kathleen A. Ryan Barbara A. Stadnicki Julie A. Bak Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Cosmetology Fredrick G. Herzig Data Processing Eileen V. Kulacz Data Processing Janet A. O ' Conner Data Processing Arthur R. Shurn Data Processing i i Patricia J. Armstrong Dental Assistant Nettie M. Bryant Dental Assistant Andrea L. Charbonneau Dental Assistant Lynne C. Collins Dental Assistant If ■ om Maureen T. Garvey Dental Assistant Cheryl A. Greeg Dental Assistant Sue M. Heaton Dental Assistant Gayle A. Kearns Dental Assistant Patricia A. Laramee Dental Assistant Linda M. Leger Dental Assistant Carol A. Martel Dental Assistant i Michael J. Solitario Data Processing Cheryl A. DeVasier Dental Assistant (Catherine A. Kilbridge Dental Assistant Nancy K. Meucci Dental Assistant Deborah S. Nowak Dental Assistant 120 121 Jamie A. Herlihy Denial Hygiene Jeanne A. McKenna Denial Hygiene { 4JL Naomia Brown Early Childhood Patricia L. Hurley Denial Hygiene Linda Kinnane Denial Hygiene Joyce V. Langone Dental Hygiene Deborah F. Levesque Dental Hygiene Christine M. Sayko Dental Hygiene Dorothy C. Allen Early Childhood Jane M. Belsky Early Childhood Elizabeth M. Debs Early Childhood i Paula L. Flaum Early Childhood Nancy B. Holmes Early Childhood i Christine Lak Early Childhood 122 Lena V. Lee Early Childhood Joyce [. Londraville Early Childhood Hildy Martus Early Childhood Deborah A. Bono Early Childhood Brenda M. Horanzy Early Childhood Deborah Smith Early Childhood 123 Walter J. Lazaez John S.Murray Ed A. Nowobilski Charles A. Rossi David T. Siegel Electronics Electronics Electronics Electronics Electronics Richard H. Travassos James M. Broadbent Gary A. Engel Daniel E. Gri qus George R. Landry Electronics Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering John M Swiatek James G. Miller Mark P. Soticheck Donald Davis Donna M. Greene Engineering Environmental Environmental General Studies General Studies Paul W. Hunter William J. Landers George R Mac ' Gillivray Cindy A. Maldonian Glynis E. Novak General Studies General Studies General Studies General Studies General Studies i?4 Marianne Pagliccia General Studies George E. Pedmore Jr. General Studies Joan O. Plefka General Studies Sharon L. Raymond General Studies Frank S. Reseigne General Studies Barbara J. Tramble General Studies Jeff P. Aptt Graphic Arts Nancy A. Bledsoe Graphic Arts Charles K. Burke Jr. Graphic Arts Debbie H. Crockett Graphic Arts Larry Grant Graphic Arts Kevin C. Kelly Graphic Arts Maryellen Murphy Graphic Arts Kevin M- O ' Brien Graphic Arts 125 Edward J. Buckley Heal Power Edward J. Dudkrewicz Heat Power Michael J. Freearini Heat Power Ken C. Kuhar Heal Power Kenneth M. Lysik Heat Power Brian J. Maguire Heat Power Thomas A. Natario Heat Power John A. Nelson Heat Power Ernie L. Noel Heat Power Mike T. Panella Heat Power Michael Quink Heat Power Karl L. Winkler Heat $ Power Louis C. Beaulieu Inhalation Therapy Robert T. Drost Inhalation Therapy Peter L. Herzig Inhalation Therapy 126 Susan D. Palmer Inhalation Therapy Gary R. Danis Landscape Dennis M. Hebert Landscape Erskine H. Palmer Landscape Tony F. Karakla Landscape Paul M. Marszalek Landscape Michael A. Maziarz Landscape Donald R. Savard Landscape Ron D. Shepard Landscape Mark T. LaBranche Law Enforcement Moon Shadow Paw Enjorcement Karl J. Schmaelzle Loh ' Enforcement 4 m SB 1 Rocco A. Albano Liberal Arts John S. Alphas Liberal Arts 127 James S. Amato Liberal Arts William A. Barker Liberal Arts Mark W. Burt Liberal Arts Nemiah Bynum Liberal Arts Chuck Chicklowski Liberal Arts Daniel P. Clifford Liberal Arts Craig S. James Liberal Arts Daniel D ' Attilio Liberal Arts Judith A. Chechette Liberal Arts John A. D ' Orazio Liberal Arts Phyllis L. Fitzgerald Liberal Arts Kathy M. Flanagan Liberal Arts Ermelinda Fortunato . iberal A rts Richard A. Frutuozo L iberal A rts Susan A. Garvey Liberal Arts 128 129 Vicki Ellen Letalien Liberal Arts John F. Liptak Liberal Arts Mary E. Lowney Liberal Arts Nobert A. Maleshefski Liberal Arts Peter Meltzer Jr. Liberal Arts Edward Menders Liberal Arts Sandra J. Mildonian Liberal Arts Maria Nystrom Liberal Arts Cynthia A. Ogle Liberal Arts Margaret U. O ' Sullivan Liberal Arts Laura A. Patrakis Liberal Arts Edward J. Phares Liberal Arts Sandra A. Przybycien Liberal Arts Dana R. Raymond Liberal Arts Bernard J. Regnier Liberal Arts Jessie D. Sanders Liberal Arts Carl Santos Liberal Arts Bradley S. Smith Liberal Arts Allen J. Sobon Liberal Arts Marilyn A. Sticco Liberal Arts 130 131 Daniel J. Swistak Machine and Tool Design Mary Ann Arnold Medical Assistant Janice L. Debour Medical Assistant Judy E. Diffley Medical Assistant Ellen D. Fitzgerald Medical Assistant April L. Royer Medical Lab Tech Esau W. Bethel Jr. Mental Health Susan M. Brodeur Mental Health Bonnie B. Flebotte Timothy J. Gilman Fred L. Holt Donna L. Maclver Effie D. Marangoudakis Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Claire Marsh Eleanor Marti Marilyn P. Mayo John J. Metro Sandy A. Newman Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Mental Health Randal L. Sassi Nancy E. Williams Mental Health Mental Health 133 Janet R. Bailey Nursing Sara E. Barrett Nursing Robert Bednarz Nursing Linda A. Behan Nursing Lieselotte F. Bishop Nursing Cheri M. Brady Nursing Linda M. A. Chouikh Nursing Patricia R. Costella N ursing i Elaine F. Feathler Nursing Gary R. Feathler Nursing Denise A. Johnson N ursing Armand P. Lafleur Nursing Shirley A. Bigos Nursing Fran A. Czuchra Nursing Pauline R.Lepine Nursing Angie M. Maggipinto Nursing Patricia A. Martin N ursing Robin A. Mooney Nursing Geraldine A. Reed Nursing Kathi L. Robak Nursing 134 Kenneth J. Roberts Marita J. Thompson Cathy A. Trombley Pat A. Walker Shirley A. Zegota Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Nancy E. Benware Pamela J. Cimino Susan Franceschina Laura J. Kwolek Pam M. McCalligett Operating Room Technician Operating Room Technician Operating Room Technician Operating Room Technican Operating Room Technican Operating Room Technician Operating Room Technician 135 Jennifer C. Wigmore Surgical Technology Kathleen G. Willett Surgical Technology Julianne Hickey Physical Therapy Kathleen A. Lee Physical Therapy Maureen L. McNeaney Physical Therapy Beth E. Racine Physical Therapy Richard J. Pushkin Radiology Sandra A. Staub Respiratory Therapy Sr. Patricia Perry Physical Therapy Sheila A. Zielenski Physical Therapy Zachariah Russell Radiology Mary E. Pieciak Radiology Helen Szczygiel Radiology Nancy T. Cauley Respiratory Therapy Susan A. Cessenszki Respiratory Therapy Deborah S. Rogers Respiratory Therapy Cathleen M. Wray Respiratory Therapy John Wright Respiratory Therapy Nancy A. Barszcz Secretarial Elaine B ' Shara Secretarial 136 Leona M. Clark Secretary Beverly A. Cook Secretary 137 Donna M. Liberty Secretary Patricia McCalvin Secretary 4% Elizabeth McCormack Secretary Lucretia E. Maxwell Secretary Ann Marie Mendrala Secretary Judy A. Molason Secretary- Wanda Y. Moody Secretary Susan D. Moreau Secretary Kathy A. Newton Secretary Noreen M. O ' Shea Secretary Mona M. Rouleau Secretary Janice A. Roy Secretary Judy A. Rueli Secretary Kathryn Senecal Secretary Nancy W. Sherbow Secretary 138 Alice M. Sypek Regina I. Szezekutek Ruth M. Thrasher Joyce A. Whiting Secretary Secretary Secretary Secretary In Memoriam Karen Lawson Suzanne Roy I bearing messages With all my words my silence being one From childhood to childhood the Message Goodbye ... From For Now by W.S. Merwin 139 140 Evening Division Graduates If a survey was made of the main health problem of the students in the Evening Division, it would probably turn out to be indigestion. This is caused by gobbling down one ' s supper between work and school. Besides the above, the students have other things in common. First, the motivation is high. It has to be to spend the whole day at one occupation, be it at a place of employment or at home, and then to spend an additional three hours at school. One gets home at 9:30 or 10:00 in time to collapse in bed. Some students do this one or two evenings a week. However, many attend all four evenings, Monday through Thursday, when classes are offered. While these people have many things in common, there is also a great deal of diversity. One sees a cross-section of backgrounds, occupations, personalities, and ages. Besides main occupational groups such as police, firemen, etc., there are people who, during the day, are secretaries, bank employees, nurses, housewives, along with other groups too numerous to mention. The result of all of this is that the Evening School classes are interesting centers of discussion where the experience of each class member contributes to the overall education of his or her classmates. 141 John B. Sypek Electronics Robert R. Duffy Fire Science Louis J. Provost Fire Science Bill A. Bourque Law Enforcement 4 v fcA Richard N. Bartolomei General Studies Noel E. Brown Fire Science David T. Cesan Fire Science Arthur J.Clark Fire Science t - Robert S. Edmunds Fi e Science Russell D. Jenks Fire Science Edward J. Moriarty Fire Science John P. Moriarty Fire Science James E. Sullivan Fire Science Joseph S. Assad, Jr. Law Enforcement Albert B. Assarian Law Enforcement Jeffrey T. Block Law Enforcement George T. Cagliardo Law Enforcement John S. Chmura Law Enforcement John J. Guihan, Jr. Law Enforcement Richard K. Handfield Law Enforcement 142 Law Enforcement Law Enforcement Frank S. Podgurski Richard L. Poulin William J. Scott Francis M. Vacirca Paul A. Petersante Law Enforcement Law Enforcement Law Enforcement Law Enforcement Machine and Tool Design 143 1 • ri ■ Thanks and No Than ks The yearbook staff extends to all graduates wishes for future success. We hope that you enjoyed the edition of Bits n Pieces ' 73. Long hours of work went into the organizatic i, layout, photography, and publication of this book. It is at this time that we would like to take the opportunity to thank th 3se who helpedaHH iis yearbook possible. Firstly, we want to express our gratitude to President ( iarvey, nliQifl Pulivc and patient when we invaded his ' rofe ' StOi BIJ Wobs, technical advisor, and Professor Gail Pederzoli, literary and business advisor. We are likewise grateful to Professor Walter May field, advisor to the Ram, the Ram staff, and WTCC for their help in publicizing yearbook events Thanks to Mr. John Fortsch, Dean of Administration, for our roomy new office in BLDG. 27. Our appreciation is emended to Julie Starcyk and the administrative secretaries, who lent us a hand in construetin the Dedicatiatf and tur Kftut endless ditto copies, which allowed us to interview students, faculty, and administration. Our very special than] assistance made it possiblgJBus to meet our deadlines anc body, faculty, and adrmjdj JHri who cooperated with us We are also obligWr Rrianktnose very few members of the| appropria Bor the larger majorit :o our professional photographer, Carl McKenzie, whose plete the yearbook. To those of you among the student thanks. ient Senate who supported our cause. No thanks would be 144 L