Items
-
Robert Finn Oral History
Robert Finn discusses his early years and his time as an undergraduate day student at Marist College. The primary focus on the interview is mainly on Robert Finn’s accomplishment: the establishment of the Marist Football Club. He discusses the distinct individuals involved in making the football club possible, such as Coach Ron Levine and provides a background to the inception of the Marist College Football Club. He also reflects on the influence of sports on Marist College and how he foresees the future. -
Donna Moran Oral History
Donna Moran discusses her early years and her arrival to Marist College as a part-time (later, full-time) secretary/receptionist for the President’s Office and later as an executive secretary. She discusses her experiences at Marist College working with President Dennis Murray, her encounters with people, the best and worst parts of her work, and how she thinks Marist will be moving forward as an institution. -
Marjorie Milicker-Schratz Oral History
Marjorie discusses her early years of her life and education. She discusses her time as an undergraduate night student when Marist College began allowing women to study on campus and becoming the first female student who graduated in Psychology at the school. She discusses the development of the Marist College academically, structurally, and administrative-wise and talks about the impact Marist professors, faculty, and administration made on her life. Additionally, she discusses the programs set up the Psychology Department on Marist College and their changes over the years. -
John F. (Doc) Doherty Oral History
John (Doc) Doherty discusses his early years and his arrival at Marist as the Class of ’69. He discusses his role in the City of Poughkeepsie’s Police Department as a Lieutenant of the Detectives and later as the Captain of the Detectives. He also describes his return to Marist College as a tenured Professor of Criminal Justice. He gives his insights as a student in the 60s and 70s and as a professor in the 2000s and compares the growth and development, strengths, and weaknesses of the college. -
Howard Goldman Oral History
Dr. Howard Goldman discusses his time at Marist College as the Athletic Director. He talks about the evolution of sports on Marist College with Gus Nolan. Howard Goldman additionally talks about the development of athletic facilities and clubs on campus. -
Jeptha Lanning Oral History
The following interview occurs with Dr. Jeptha Lanning, former communications professor at Marist College. Dr. Jeptha speaks of his years as a professor as well as his administrative roles and participation with the Marist Abroad program within the interview. At the end of the interview, Dr. Jeptha Lanning speaks of his fellow colleagues who have played a significant role in the formation of the college as it is today as well as where he hopes the college will be in the future. -
Allaeddin (Al) Abdelrahman Oral History
Allaeddin describes his role as the Senior Assistant Director of Safety and Security at Marist College. He discusses his early life and upbringing in Kuwait and his further studies in the United States. He describes events on campus and particular incidents that have occurred during his role here as the Assistant Director. He also reflects on the future of Marist College, university life, and the further improvements he would make to professionalize the Office of Safety and Security. -
John Witter Oral History
John Witter describes his time at Marist, and how he went on to start programs at local prisons to educate the inmates there. He also talks about how the band should have a music major, since so many students who are playing have a serious commitment to it. -
Jan Stivers Oral History
Jan Stivers reflects on her early education experiences, her transition to Marist, how Marist has changed over the years, and her experiences in the Special Education field. -
Roy Merolli Oral History
Roy Merolli reflects on his time at Marist as former Executive Vice Principal and Professor of Public Administration -
Richard La Pietra Oral History
Richard LaPietra reflects on his time at Marist. As a student, he helped build the Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Chapel. As a professor, served as an inspirational mentor and advisor to thousands of students of all ages. As academic dean, he provided leadership for faculty and set a high standard for all to meet. -
Stephen Johnson Oral History
Steve Johnson reminisces and talks about his life on campus in the 60’s, and how different it was to Marist today. He also talks about his UFO sighting over the Hudson river, and the Marist Brothers former involvement in the school. -
Brother Sean Sammon Oral History
Brother Sean Sammon reflects on his early life growing up in Manhattan and his Catholic schooling. As the former Superior General of the Marist Brothers order, a role he held from October 3, 2001 until 2009, we hear what he has to say about his time with the Marist community and what he hopes the future of Marist will look like. -
Victoria Ingalls Oral History
Victoria Ingalls reflects on her early schooling where she studied zoology and psychology at the University of Maine and later transfered to Vassar College where she was biology/ psychology major. She discusses her love for the environment and how she found herself at Marist as a Professor of Biology. -
Brother Joseph Belanger Oral History
This interview touches on a wide range of topics concerning the history and development of Marist College. In particular Brother Joseph discusses the Marist Abroad Program the Theater Program and the Foreign Film Program. -
William Austin Oral History
William Austin reflects on his time at Marist and his childhood in New Jersey. William Austin talks about his love for sports and what led him to become one of the first athletic staff workers at Marist. -
Gerard Dahowski Oral History
Gerard Dahowski reflects on his time growing up in Poughkeepsie, his role on the board of trustees, and shares his thoughts on the future of Marist. -
Paul Ambrose Oral History
Brother Paul Ambrose reflects on his time at Marist as a brother and the first President of Marist College. -
Jean Talbot Oral History
Jean Talbot reflects on her childhood in the Bronx, her schooling, and what led her to work in the president’s office here at Marist College. -
Judith Saunders Oral History
Judith Saunders reflects on her schooling experience in California, her job search before Marist, and finally the experiences she has gained from being an English professor at Marist. -
JoAnne Myers Oral History
JoAnne Myers discusses her early life, her interest in politics and feminist issues, and her time teaching political science at Marist. -
Gerard Cox Oral History
Gerry speaks about his early childhood, his years in school and joining the Marist Brothers in Esopus. He goes on to discuss his early teaching career both outside of in with Marist, eventually becoming part of the Administration. He gives insight into the early Theater program at Marist and talk about some of the challenges of being a Dean. Gerry also shares his thoughts on what makes Marist special and what they need to do to in the future to retain this. -
Peter and Richard Foy Oral History
Brothers Peter and Richard Foy reflect on their time at Payne Mansion in Esopus, NY. They speak on the time period, the values and lessons they learned, and the changes that have taken place. -
Brother Francis Kelly Oral History
Bro. Frank’s early education, through college and seminary and becoming a Marist Brother. This includes: being a student at Marist college, a candidate at the Marist monastery in Chicago, and his teaching all prior to coming back to Marist as the Director of Campus Ministry. Bro. Frank also gives his opinions on how Marist has changed over the past 20 years. -
Linda Pisacano Oral History
Linda reflects on growing up in Dutchess County, her time in Virginia, and her time at Marist working in the registrar's office. -
Claire Horton Oral History
Claire speaks about her time working at Marist in the Advancement office, some of the administrators that she worked with and the people she met in her role as an administrative assistant. She also speaks about the Marist spirit and how it is cultivated, as well as her views on how the college maintains that now and in the future. -
George Hooper Oral History
George discusses his early education, and personal life and his college experience and his interest in becoming a Biologist, and then as a college professor. He also recalls the development of the Biology Department, the coming of new faculty and several issues such as the relationship between faculty and administration. One also learns of George’s principal hobby fly fishing. -
Tom Lynch Oral History
Tom Lynch provides insight to his background as a professor in environmental science. He reflects on the growth of the environmental science department at Marist, and the changes that that college and its students has undergone throughout the years. -
Richard Lewis Oral History
Richard tells of his life before Marist. He comments on his various positions at Marist, including his time as an administrator and as head of the art department. He speaks of the formation of the partnership with Lorenzo de’Medici College in Florence, Italy and of his contribution to the creation of Cannavino Library. -
John Gildard Oral History
John Gildard discusses his beginnings as a student at Marist, his career as a police officer, and eventually, as the head of security at Marist. -
John DeGilio Oral History
John comments on his career at both Marist and Vassar. This includes his tenure as a professor in the Computer Science field and later in Environmental Science, his opinions on the Marist students, campus and The Center for Lifetime Study. -
William Davis Oral History
William Davis talks of his time before working at Marist College, his career at Marist College, the notable students that he’s taught and what he’d like to see for the college’s future. -
Patricia Adams Oral History
Patricia Adams reflects upon her childhood in the segregated South, moving to New York to raise her children, her passion for environmental policy and activism, and how she has shared her passion with the Marist community. -
Joseph Walsh Oral History
Joe speaks of his time at Marist as part of the Class of 1968, what it was like for a kid from Long Island to go to Marist in the 60’s, the Vietnam War and he draws comparisons between the college today and what it was like when he was a student. -
Christina Vertullo Oral History
This interview touches on a wide range of topics concerning the history and development of Marist College. In particular Christina Vertullo discusses early life before Marist, her time at Marist, and her involvement with Marist service in Ghana. -
James (Jim) Steinmeyer Oral History
Jim Steinmeyer speaks of his years at Marist. He talks of his career in theatre, naming his favorite plays, the students he’s directed, and the peers who influenced him. -
Jim and John O'Shea Oral History
Summary: Brothers John and Jim O’Shea discuss their connection to Marist College. This includes: their family company’s role in completing electrical work in Marist buildings, their thoughts on the construction of various campus buildings, their memories of several Marist Brothers, John’s role as Board member, and their opinions on the future of Marist. -
David Flynn Oral History
Contained in this interview is a description of David Flynn and his years at Marist College as the former Director of Admissions. The interview begins with a brief summary of David Flynn’s educational background and his years as a student at Marist College. David Flynn also describes his transition from working as an Admissions Counselor to becoming the Director of Admissions, as well as his participation in recruiting students to Marist. The end of the interview touches upon the vast expansion of the student population and campus since David Flynn’s experience as a student and Director of Admissions at Marist. Within the interview, David Flynn reflects on the transition from Marist being run by the Marist Brothers to being run by a Board of Trustees with a similar philosophy as well. -
Edward Donohue Oral History
This interview discuses Donohue’s time at Marist College. His time on as a Marist Brother, and his life a teacher at Mount St. Michal’s and a Professor at Marist College. -
Barbara Carpenter Oral History
Barbara Carpenter speaks about her background and reflects on her time at Marist College, including establishing the Learning Center and the various programs that it ran. -
Howard Baker Oral History audio
Howard reflects on his early education and positions leading up to his position with IBM at Marist in the Joint Study program. This includes: his unique experiences, opinions and comments on the computer science program, Marist College both past and present and how it has changed over the years. -
Amy Woods Oral History
Amy speaks of her early life growing up in Connecticut and coming to Marist College after high school, her various internships during her college career and her decision to ultimately accept a position in the Advancement office of Marist college after graduation. Amy talks about who she worked for and with in the early years before becoming Alumni Director. -
Thomas Wermuth Oral History
Thom speaks about his time growing up the Hudson Valley and life at Marist as a student, as well as his early career teaching before coming back to Marist as a Professor. Thom reflects on Marist traditions and some of his former professors. Thom also speaks about the Hudson River Valley Institute and his love of all things history. He goes on to discuss what he believes the needs for the college in the future may be. -
Vincent Tuscano Oral History
The following interview occurs with Dr. Vincent Tuscano, a former History professor and administrator at Marist College. The interview begins with Dr. Vincent Tuscano’s educational background and his transition into teaching at Marist. Dr. Tuscano reflects on his years teaching and his positions as Dean of Learning Resources and Special Academic Programs and Assistant Academic Vice-President, as well as former colleagues. The interview ends with Dr. Tuscano’s hopes for the future of Marist College as well as his take on the importance of the Core in a liberal studies education. -
Steve Sansola Oral History
Life before Marist College; Life at Marist College; Housing; Thoughts about Marist College -
John Pinna Oral History
John speaks about his time at Marist as part of the class of 1971, his career as a now retired educator and administrator in the area, part-time History professor at Marist, town historian and CLS professor. He gives his opinions on Marist in the past, present and where it may be headed in the future. -
Roger Norton Oral History Part 1
Roger Norton looks back on his time as both a dean and professor at Marist College. He also shares his views on the changes Marist College has undergone through the years, his contributions and his beliefs on where the college is headed. -
Cathy Newkirk Oral History
Cathy’s thoughts on Marist College and the Medical Technology program. This includes: her upbringing, education, and path to employment at Marist College, the growth of the Med Tech program, how Marist has evolved since the early 1980s, and her thoughts on the future of Marist. -
Brother John Nash Oral History
Brother John comments on his various positions throughout his time as a Marist Brother. This includes: his education, early teaching career, his time at Marist College, and his comments and opinions on Marist College as what it was like when he was here and where he thinks it is headed -
James Fay Oral History
In the following interview, James Brendan Fay reflects on his years as an adjunct Economics and Accounting professor at Marist College. In the beginning of the interview, James Fay summarizes his educational years, as well as his service in the U.S. Navy and his employment with IBM. His transition from IBM to becoming a Marist professor is outlined along with James Fay’s perspective of the expansion of Marist College during this time. The end of the interview covers James Fay’s contributions to the College during his former teaching years as well as his hopes for the future direction of Marist College.