True Blue Knights

The True Blue Knights program recognizes unique and loyal SUNY Geneseo alums who are current members of the faculty and staff (or emeriti) at SUNY Geneseo. These alums exemplify the true spirit of Geneseo loyalty and dedication to their alma mater.

True Blue — not just a color but a symbol of Geneseo loyalty, dedication, and pride.

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More about the True Blue Knights graphic:

Key

A key a longstanding symbol of loyalty.
- The teeth of the key represent the silhouette of the iconic Sturges clock tower.

Mace

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

True Blue Knights Founder's Day Reception - 9/13/23
True Blue Knights Founder's Day Reception - 9/13/24:

Directory of 2024-25 True Blue Knights:

Allegro, Elizabeth — Class of 2023

Title: Coordinator of Fraternal Life and Off Campus Services
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Blood, David — Class of 2006

Title: CIT Director of Support Services
Tenure: 2022-present

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

Briggs, Julie (Kilbury) — Class of 1990

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

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

Brown, Betsy (Duquin) — Class of 2002

Title: Adjunct Lecturer in the School of Education
Tenure: 2010-present

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

Buehler, Julie (Schultheiss) — Class of 1989

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

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

Burley, Molly (DeGraff) — Class of 2014

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

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

Cole, Cindy — Class of 2016

Title: Procurement & Property Control
Tenure: 2021-present

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

Coloccia, Rick — Class of 1997

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

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

Cook, Matthew — Class of 2017

Title: Director of Donor Relations, College Advancement
Tenure: 2024-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"Geneseo always has been and always will be my home. I've loved being back on campus and having memories flow back to me from my time here. From walking Main St. again to climbing those hills once more, it's good to be home."

Crilly, Susan (DioGuardi) — Class of 1993

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

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

DeVito, Sarah — Class of 2023

Title: Operations Manager for 89.3 WGSU for the Communication Department
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Ewanow, Scott — Class of 2006

Title: Chief of Police
Tenure: 2010-present

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

Fox, Laurie (Fry) — Class of 1990

Title: Director of Educational Technology / CIT
Tenure: 1995-present

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

Gagnier, George — Class of 1988

Title: Senior Associate Director of Athletics
Tenure: 1988-present

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

Gagnier, Tracy (Young) — Class of 1993

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

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

Gilbert-Overland, Jessica — Class of 2013

Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Geography and Sustainability Studies
Tenure: 2020-present

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

Hamilton-Rodgers, Patty — Class of 1985

Title: Geneseo Foundation Board Liaison
Tenure: 2001-present

Photo of Patty Hamilton Rodgers '85 with quote "I truly enjoy reconnecting with my fellow alumni through the years"

Heeres, Kris — Class of 2006

Title: Director of Development / College Advancement
Tenure: 2007-present

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

Howell, Kerri (Donaleski) — Class of 1997

Title: Chief Communications and Marketing Officer
Tenure: 2020-present

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

Jackson, Paul — Class of 1987

Title: Interim CIO / CIT
Tenure: 2006-present

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

Jones, Bill — Class of 2009

Title: Associate Librarian / Fraser Hall Library / Digital Resources and Systems Librarian
Tenure: 2009-present

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

Kennison, Wes — Class of 1979

Title: Faculty Fellow for International Programs Emeritus/English/Lecturer
Tenure: 1987-present

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

Lapp Jr., John — Class of 1991

Title: IT Assistant, CAS
Tenure: 2012-present

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

Leach, Kim (Monson) — Class of 1984

Title: Adjunct Lecturer, Education Dept
Tenure: 2003-2012 / 2016-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"SUNY Geneseo is, and always will be, home. It means I will always have a place of knowledge, refuge, exploration and community as my North Star as I return from world travels. Having taught in the communication disorders and sciences department after graduating from the program was a wonderful way to continue the tradition of excellence in the field. Now teaching with our international students at Geneseo provides a way to connect the nations to one special place, right here."

Leathersich, Becky (Fitzgerald) — Class of 2014

Title: Research Instruction Librarian/Fraser Hall Library
Tenure: 2020-present

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

Leverich, Ellen — Class of 1990

Title: Vice President for College Advancement
Tenure: 2020-present

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

Levy, David — Class of 1994

Title: Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Philosophy
Tenure: 1998-present

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

Photo of David Levy ’94 with quote "I'm proud to be able to be a mentor to students in the way that excellent professors were a mentor to me!"

Ludlum, Linda (Gray) — Class of 1985

Title: Interim Co-Director of Information Systems, CIT
Tenure: 1987-? / 2007-present

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

McClure, Paula (Stopha) — Class of 2006

Title: Pre-Health Career Advisor
Tenure: 1989 / 2013 / 2024-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"Geneseo is a magical place, and I am happy to be part of it. ☺️"

Moore, Daniel — Class of 2006

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

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

Moore, Jordain - Class of 2015

Title: Assistant Director, Study Abroad Office
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Morens, Heather (Horton) — Class of 2008

Title: Career Coach, Career Design Center
Tenure: 2019-present

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

Mulloy, Serena (Cehonski) — Class of 2024

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

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

Petosa, Jennifer (Tomm) — Class of 1986

Title: School of Education/Student Teaching Supervisor
Tenure: 2021-present

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

Petty, AJ — Class of 2023

Title: Admissions Counselor
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Phillips, Traci (Sionko) -— Class of 1991

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

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

Polosky, Alyssa — Class of 2012

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

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

Radovich-Chu, Rachel — Class of 2017

Title: Clinical Case Management and Campus CARE Coordinator
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Ranieri, Abigail — Class of 2023

Title: Prevention Education Specialist
Tenure: 2023-present

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

Reuter, George — Class of 1996

Title: Mathematics Lecturer
Tenure: 2013-present

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

Rex-Burley, Bev — Class of 1998

Title: Administrative Assistant/Anthropology
Tenure: approx. 1990-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"I love Geneseo. My brother is an alum from the music department, and I have several family members who work here and who retired from here."

Rose, Aimee (Hoover) — Class of 2001

Title: Adjunct instructor in the Department of Mathematics
Tenure: 2005-present

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

routenberg, robbie — Class of 2005

Title: Chief Diversity Officer, Office of Diversity and Equity
Tenure: 6-10 years

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"I love giving back to a community that influenced me so greatly."

Santos-Smith, Joanna — Class of 2014

Title: Project Director for Strategic Initiatives
Tenure: 2014 / 2022-present

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

Photo of Joanna Santos-Smith ’14 ‘15 with quote "What does it mean to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater? "I have an opportunity to give back to the next generation of students in a personalized and meaningful way. I get to work to create new opportunities to grow as an institution and create programming for current and future Geneseo students. I love to see the holistic impact that a Geneseo education has on our students. My work here is a small token of the gratitude I have towards the institution."

Schultz, Chris — Class of 1997

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

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

Sexton, Alison — Class of 2008

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

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

Sheldon, Amy (Halleran) — Class of 1990

Title: Associate Professor/Geological Sciences
Tenure: 2000-present

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

Sutherland, Melissa (Schmitz) — Class of 1992

Title: Associate Professor of Mathematics &
Faculty Assistant to the Dean of Academic Planning and Advising
Tenure: 2001-present

Thomashefski, Allison (Bohman) — Class of 2011

Title: Adjunct Professor/Theatre & Dance and Music and Musical Theatre Department
Tenure: 2022-present

What does it mean to you to be a SUNY Geneseo alum who has chosen to work at your alma mater?
"I love everything about Geneseo. It was a special place in my own professional journey, and I am thrilled to still be part of this community, teaching dance classes now."

Truckenmiller, Jack — Class of 2020

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

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

Tulowiecki, Stephen — Class of 2007