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Alumni Link 2018 - Elmira College in Elmira, New York, United States for Wednesday 28 March 2018

Alumni Link 2018 - Elmira College in Elmira, New York, United States for Wednesday 28 March 2018
Women’s Ice Hockey Ends Season as National Runner-Up

The EC women’s ice hockey team finished out an impressive season in the NCAA Division III Women’s Ice Hockey Championship game on Saturday, March 17 in Northfield, Vermont. Despite a hard-fought battle, the Soaring Eagles lost the title game to top-seeded Norwich University, 2-1, on Norwich's home ice. [Read More]
Elmira’s Incredible Run to NCAA Division III Title Game Ends with 2-1 Loss to Top-Seeded Norwich
Mar. 17, 2018 Women's Ice Hockey
Box Score
Score: #1/2 Norwich University 2, #3/3 Elmira College 1
Records: Norwich (27-1-3), Elmira (25-3-2)
Location: Kreitzberg Arena – Northfield, Vt.
NORTHFIELD, Vt. --
After knocking off the four-time defending NCAA Champions in two overtime periods the previous night, the No. 3/3-ranked Elmira College women's ice hockey team was unable to complete its incredible journey to capture the program's fourth national title, as the Soaring Eagles fell in the championship game to top-seeded Norwich University on the Cadets' home ice, 2-1.
Norwich ended tonight's title game with a 28-24 advantage in shots on goal and went 1-for-5 on the power play, while Elmira's power-play unit finished 0-for-4. EC senior netminder Kelcey Crawford '18 amassed 26 saves in tonight's contest to bring her season total to 622, good enough to claim sole possession of first place in EC history for single-season saves.
Registering Elmira's lone goal this evening was CCM AHCA East Region First-Team All-American Sarah Hughson '18, who scored shorthanded for the Soaring Eagles in the second period. She ends the season with 49 points on 28 goals and 21 assists, completing an incredible senior campaign that saw the East Haddam, Connecticut, native eclipse her previous three-year point total by nine.
Both teams had a handful of chances to breakthrough for the game-opening score in the opening period, but Elmira's Crawford and Norwich's Laurie King were up for the challenge between the pipes. Crawford was forced to make 12 saves in the opening 20 minutes, several of which came from the high slot, while King turned away six shots to hold EC scoreless.
In addition to superb goaltending, both penalty-kill units did a solid job limiting opportunities from the opposition. Elmira and Norwich went on the power play twice apiece, but only one shot on goal was registered during that time – an attempt by Norwich – as both power-play units came up empty handed with the extra skater.
Amanda Conway broke the 0-0 stalemate at the 11:58 mark on a breakaway. A missed shot by Elmira turned into a tape-to-tape pass from Roby Foley to Conway, who split a pair of Elmira defensemen before snapping a wrist shot into the top right corner for the game-opening score.
Compounding Elmira's headache was a body-checking penalty on Meg Lahey '19 at 15:36, which put the Norwich power play back onto the ice. However, the extra skater did little to aid the Cadets' offense, as a phenomenal individual effort by Hughson leveled tonight's national title game at one apiece.
Following a dump into the zone, Hughson's aggressiveness on the forecheck resulted in a turnover behind the Norwich net. From there, Hughson collected the loose puck and wrapped around the goal before tucking it between the pipe and King's pads for the game-tying shorthanded score at the 16:02 mark. Elmira eventually killed the Norwich power play and Hughson's goal held up through the end of the second stanza, as the Soaring Eagles skated into the final intermission deadlocked with the Cadets, 1-1.
The third period was filled with fast-paced action as both teams raced up and down the ice. The pace of place produced nine shots on goal by Elmira and eight for Norwich.
As good as tonight's final was, a late whistle in the third period ended up being the difference, as a controversial roughing call on EC put the top-seeded Cadets on the power play with 2:14 left in regulation. Although Elmira's penalty-kill unit denied Norwich on each of its first four power-play opportunities, Sophie McGovern did not waste this chance for Cadets, as she sniped the top right corner of the goal for the game-winning score with 1:33 left on the clock. McGovern's shot came from the high slot and was assisted by Conway and Bryn Labbe.
Elmira pulled Crawford from the net in the closing minute of the contest to skate 6-on-5, but the extra boy did not yield a goal as Norwich skated away with its second national title in program history by a 2-1 final score.
News and Notes
  • Elmira finishes the 2017-18 season with a 25-3-2 overall record. 
  • 25 wins are the second-most in a season in team history and one just off of the program record. 
  • The Soaring Eagles went 6-2-1 against nationally-ranked teams this season. 
  • The runner-up finish in the NCAA Tournament is the fourth in EC program history, as the Soaring Eagles are now 3-4-0 all-time in national title games. 
  • Hughson's goal was her 28th of the year and the 45th of her collegiate career. 
  • With 28 goals, Hughson moved into a two-way tie with Tori Charron '14 for fourth place in single-season history. 
  • Crawford finishes her senior campaign with season records for wins (22), saves (622), and save percentage (.955). 
  • Elmira's Class of 2018 will graduate this summer with four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, three Frozen Four bids, two national runner-up finishes and one third-place trophy. 
Reunion 2018: Online Registration Now Open
Online registration for Reunion 2018 is now open! Click here to register and for a full list of events planned for Reunion 2018.
More Than 200 Return for Athletics Alumni Weekend
Elmira College welcomed about 200 returning Soaring Eagles alumni for the 36th annual Athletics Alumni Weekend on Friday, February 2, and Saturday, February 3. The weekend included five varsity games at the Murray Athletic Center in addition to a slew of alumni competitions. In a pre-game ceremony prior to the women’s hockey game, EC Vice President of Athletics, Pat Thompson ’75, gifted a replica National Player of the Year Award Trophy, which features Laura Hurd ’05 to Hurd's mother, Jen, and brother, Steven. The replica trophy was sculpted by former men's ice hockey player Michael Roche '76. [Read More ]

Elmira College Remembers Late, Great Laura Hurd ’05 at 36th Annual Athletics Alumni Weekend
Feb. 06, 2018 Women's Ice Hockey
ELMIRA, N.Y. --
Prior to the Elmira College women's ice hockey game on Saturday, February 3, EC's Vice President of Athletics, Pat Thompson, made a special presentation to the family of the late, great Laura Hurd '05. In a pre-game ceremony, Thompson gifted a replica Laura Hurd National Player of the Year Award Trophy to Hurd's mother, Jen, and brother, Steven. The trophy was sculpted by former men's ice hockey player Michael Roche '76.
Hurd is remembered as one of the greatest players in the history of Division III women's ice hockey. She earned All-American accolades in each of her four seasons donning the Purple and Gold and still owns many collegiate records. To this date, she holds Division III records for career points (237) and assists (117), while also being tied for the most career goals (120). Hurd was also the star of Elmira's Division III National Championships during the 2001-02 and 2002-03 seasons.
In terms of single-season accolades, Hurd's freshman campaign will go down as one of the best in the history of the sport, as she posted single-season Division III records in points (77) and goals (40). No other skater at this level has amassed more than 68 points in a single season. In addition to being a four-time All-American, Hurd was named the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) Division III National Player of the Year in 2005.
Following an automobile accident that claimed her life on June 23, 2006, at the age of 24, the AHCA renamed the Division III National Player of the Year Award in honor of her transcendent play in her four seasons at Elmira. Hurd, a native of Kingston, Ontario, was posthumously placed into the ECAC Hall of Fame last April as part of the Class of 2017.

Reception Brings Together Alumni, Prospective Students
Several alumni recently gathered at a reception in King of Prussia, PA, hosted by the Offices of Admissions and Alumni Relations for students who have received an offer of admission to or those who may be interested in Elmira College. Alumni greeting the prospective students included: Iiona Scully ’11, Amy Benedict ’85, Tim Beckel ’08, Jill Beckel ’08, Carolyn Mark ’97, and Caitlin Garber ’08.
Greg Fargo ’06 Named Div. I Coach of Year

Alumnus and former EC women’s ice hockey head coach, Greg Fargo '06, was recently named CCM/AHCA Women's Division I Coach of the Year. Currently serving as women’s head coach at Colgate University, Fargo led the Red Raiders to the best record in program history and into the semifinals of the NCAA National Collegiate Championship. [Read More]
Elmira Everlasting Class Challenge

On Wednesday, April 25, Elmira College will hold its first-ever Spring Day of Giving, Elmira Everlasting. This 24-hour day of giving is focused on raising funds for student scholarships and includes a Class Year Challenge. Click here to learn more.
Students, Alumni NYC Networking Trip A Great Success
Alumni hosted a NYC networking trip for 40 students to network and visit businesses such as Amazon, LinkedIn, Bank of America, and more. [Read Here]
Students and Alumni Soaring in the City

This week’s #SoaringToSuccess story heads to New York City where last week 40 Elmira College students toured various businesses, networked with professionals and alumni, and experienced the Big Apple.
The trip, organized by the Office of Career Services, started at Amazon with Mike Town ’10. The visit focused on the ever-changing world of supply chain, logistics, and customer service.
After Amazon the students headed the New York Stock Exchange thanks to alumnus Bob Basel ’80. The Soaring Eagles flew through the trading floor and some even got to met the gold-medal winning U.S. curling team who rang the opening bell that morning.
The students also split into industry specific groups, with the finance group stopping by Deutsche Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and Willis Tower Watson thanks to alumni Matt Hayes ’02, John Cardente’02, and Charles “Chip” Jama ’07.
The business administration group also visited Willis Tower Watson as well as top to LinkedIn and Twitter.
Meanwhile, the healthcare group comprised of science, nursing, pre-pharmacy, and pre-med students, had a learning lunch with Brad Hover ’07 of Lodo Therapeutics, and Terri Bauer ’15 joined in the group as well. After the lunch, the group visited the Mount Sinai Health System for sessions on hospital administration, nursing, and pharmacy.
At the end of the busy day, all the students and about 20 local alumni came together for a networking event at Chelsea Piers.

To see more photos from the event, visit the Elmira College Office of Career Services Facebook page.


Alumnae Share Advice, Tips at Alumni Career Seminar
Alexis Hart '09, M.S. '11, Michele Johnson, M.S.E. ’11, and Maggie van den Blink Jones '05, M.S.E. '07 shared their professional experiences, tips, and advice with current students at the recent Alumni Career Seminar. The event included a panel discussion, break-out sessions, and a networking event. [Read More]
Alumni Participate in Career Seminar
March 26 2018
Category: Alumni

Three alumnae returned to campus last week to share their insights during an Alumni Career Seminar hosted by the Offices of Career Services and Alumni Relations.
During the seminar, the alumnae shared tips and advice with current students on how to be successful after Elmira, build an effective network, and stand out in an interview. Following break-out sessions on effective networking, standing out in an interview, and navigating a job offer, the seminar concluded with refreshments and a networking event.
“This was a great opportunity to bring our current students and alumni together to share experiences and valuable insights on career development and advancement,” said Julie Fielding, director of Career Services at Elmira College. “We hope to continue to grow this seminar in the future to ensure an even stronger connection between our students and alumni network."
Many thanks to the alumnae who participated:
Michele Johnson, M.S.E. ’11
CEO of the YWCA of Elmira and the Twin Tier
Maggie van den Blink Jones '05 M.S.E. '07
Vice President and Director of Continuous Improvement at Hilliard Corporation
Alexis Hart '09, M.S. in IT Management '11
IT Engagement Leader, Science & Technology at Corning Incorporated
Student Spotlight: Makinsey Carolus ’18
After getting over initial jitters, Makinsey Carolus ’18 dove into her internship with The Hilliard Corporation and left with real-world skills and top-notch experience.[Read More]
Marketing Her Skills for the Future
February 16 2018
Category: Academics

Our #SoaringToSuccess student this week is international business and marketing double major, Makinsey Carolus '18. This past summer, she interned in the marketing department at the Hilliard Corporation in Elmira, New York. While nervous at first, she quickly developed new skills and played to her strengths.
Let’s hear more from Makinsey…
I absolutely loved my experience at the Hilliard Corporation because I was able to gain real world experience that will help me achieve a job in the future. I also was able to apply all the concepts I have been working on for the last three years at Elmira College to actual projects.
At first, I was nervous for the internship because Hilliard is a machinery corporation, and I did not have much knowledge in that industry. I realized this nervousness turned into a major strength because I was able to prove that I could complete the work I was given and learn about any machinery once I put my mind to it.
This experience demonstrated to me that no matter the field I go into, I will be able to tackle the task by using my marketing and international business knowledge and applying it to any scenario. At Hilliard, I had to research and work with the South African mining industry, the United States gas industry, the elevator modernization industry, braking industries, as well as international exhibitions for machinery.
Being in this position forced me to learn more about marketing and international business and proved that I can take on any industry in the future. The companies that I can apply to and work for are now endless.
I was happy for such an amazing experience that put me outside of my comfort zone, but allowed me to learn more than I ever thought I could. I am even more excited for my future when leaving Elmira College. Knowing the concepts I have learned at Elmira College and the experience at the Hilliard Corporation will help me with any job in international business and marketing.

Upcoming Admissions Events
Recruitment for the Class of 2022 is in full swing. The Office of Admissions will hold a third and final Admitted Student Day on April 7, giving those who have been accepted to EC a closer look at academics and life at EC.
Early Bird Deadline Approaching for Purple & Gold Tournament

The 2018 Purple & Gold Golf Outing is Saturday, May 19 at the Mark Twain Golf Course. Team packages are available, with early bird registration ending March 31. [Read More]
Purple & Gold Golf Outing

General
2018 Purple & Gold Golf Outing
Four Person Captain-n-Crew Tournament
Saturday, May 19, 2018 | Mark Twain Golf Course | 8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start
Sponsorship Information:CLICK HERE
Team Registration: Wait-list sign-ups, please contact the EC athletics office at (607) 735-1730
Entry Deadline: May 7, 2018
Team Package $400 if paid in full by March 31; $450 if paid after March 31
Golf Includes: Greens Fee, Cart, Mulligans, Continental Breakfast, Participant Gift, Prizes, Food and Beverage at the Turn, and Post-Outing Buffet at the Elbow Room
Thank You to Our 2018 Sponsors!
2018 Sponsor Levels
Gold Sponsor (includes foursome & name on participant gift): $3,500
Post-Outing Buffet at the Elbow Room (includes foursome): $3,000
On-Course Lunch: $1,200
Purple & Gold Sponsorship: $1,000
On-Course Breakfast: $750
Health & Wellness: $750
Soaring Eagles Sponsor: $500
Beverage Cart: $500
Cart Fleet: $500
1855 Sponsorship: $300
Water Hole (H2O) Sponsor: $300
Closest to the Pin: $250
Longest Drive: $250
Business Tee $125
Alumni Tee Sponsor (with name & class year) $100
We'd like to thank our 2017 Sponsors for their continued support!
Contact the Elmira College Department of Athletics for more information
Call at 607-735-1730 or email ecathletics@elmira.edu
Alumni in the News
Amy K. Boyd Ertel, Esq. ’09
Promoted to Vice President, Trust Administration Officer
Aaron Boynton ’00
Selected as new prinicpal of Berlin, VT schools
CJ Santoferrara ’18
Joins Digital Hyve as account coordinator
Carter Shinkaruk ’16
Thunderbolts make roster moves
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