New York Chiropractic College November/December 2014 ADA Step Out Walk a Success Participating in the ADA’s Step Out to End Diabetes Walk at Jones Beach on September were (from left) Dr. John LaFalce, Kathy Albanese, Brandon Nadeau, Anthony Stirpe, Giselle Surrett, Dr. Lloyd Kupferman, Lauren Kronowitz, Jay Salik, Dr. Serge Nerli, Adam Maurer, Sarah Johnson, Richardine Castor, Dr. Veronica Wicks, Ashley Cooke, Allison Russell, Francesca Aliberti, Brendt Mendelblatt, and Melissa Murphy. Not pictured are Ardina Bacovic and Christina Markar. S TUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF from the Levittown Health Center banded together Sunday, September 28, for the American Diabetes Association’s Step Out to End Diabetes Walk at Jones Beach. Under the direction of team captain Dr. Serge Nerli and Drs. John LaFalce, Veronica Wicks, and Lloyd Kupferman, 14 chiropractic interns treated approximately 60 participants, and scanned and evaluated another 42 for Foot Levelers orthotics. Kathy Albanese staffed the information table and kept traffic flowing throughout the morning. Approximately 1,700 people were in attendance, and many stopped by the health center’s tent for information and educational materials about chiropractic care, the College, and our programs. may result in an increased number of follow-up visits to the center, since the walk was held in the immediate community and many participants are local residents. “This was wonderful exposure for the College,” she said. “We hope to make this an annual event for interns.” Murphy says she’s grateful for the health center’s staff, faculty, interns, and patients who contributed, whether by participating in the event or making a donation to the total of $935 raised for the American Diabetes Association. “We have developed a nice working relationship with ADA,” she said, “one that I hope will continue to grow in the coming years.” She reminded students, “This type of community service and fundraising is a great experience for you as you prepare to launch your own careers in your own communities.” SC Melissa Murphy, MPA, administrator of the Levittown Health Center, is hopeful that participation in the event Spinal Column Page 1 November/December 2014 Bedle Moderates “Challenge of the Unknown” at ACCR Workshop A WELL-REPRESENTED NEW YORK Chiropractic College was very much in the limelight at the American College of Chiropractic Radiology’s (ACCR) 2014 Annual Workshop and Business Meeting, held September 24-27 in Bloomington, Minn. The ACCR is a boardcertified professional association of chiropractic radiologists whose members ─ Diplomates of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) ─ have completed NYCC’s Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging (MSDI) program or one of the twelve other radiology residency programs and then passed the ACBR exam. In attendance from NYCC were ACCR Above (l-r), Drs. Michael Mestan, Jean-Nicolas Poirier, John Bassano, members Drs. Michael A. Mestan, Chad Warshel, James Bedle, Ashley Hook, Chad Warshel, Heidi Mendenhall, Wesley Jean-Nicolas Poirier, and James Bedle; current Cavanaugh, and Jamie Motley; Mr. Eric Stefanowicz; and Dr. Christopher MSDI residents Drs. Christopher Borgerding and Borgerding attended the American College of Chiropractic Radiology conference September 24-27. Wesley Cavanaugh; and 10th-trimester DC student Eric Stefanowicz. They also met up with two recent MSDI after which discussion was opened to the audience. Then, alumnae, Drs. Jamie Motley and Heidi Mendenhall; 2014 Bedle revealed the correct answer. alumna Dr. Ashley Hook, a resident in Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College’s radiology program; and 1995 alumni Dr. Warshel, who successfully diagnosed all of the Drs. John Bassano and William Atherton. cases, first served on the Challenge panel 12 years ago, just one year after achieving his DACBR status, with three Each year, one ACCR member moderates “the other panelists who had a combined 50 years of Challenge of the Unknown,” a four-hour workshop during experience. This time, he was excited to serve as the which a panel discusses and diagnoses highly unusual cases second-most senior panelist with his friend and coworker selected by the moderator. This year the honor went to Dr. Bedle as moderator. Additionally, having one of his Dr. Bedle, who has read tens of thousands of cases for his own residency teachers/mentors, Dr. Taylor, as senior reading practice over the past two years and whom the panelist and Dr. Motley, whom Warshel taught in her ACCR selected following his excellent contributions to last residency at NYCC, as the junior panelist, gave this year’s year’s panel. Challenge a “multigenerational, family feel.” “Dr. Bedle did an excellent job challenging all of us, and I am very Several months prior to proud to work at NYCC with him,” Warshel said. the workshop, Bedle sent five separate cases, such as The ACCR conference also included a business interesting tumors, cancers, meeting, academic meetings, and sessions at which current and dysplasias, to each of residents were quizzed by renowned radiologists. Open to his four chosen panel anyone, approximately 200 people attended the ACCR members: Drs. Warshel and workshop. In fact, it was only after Bedle had attended an Motley; former NYCC ACCR workshop as a non-member that he decided to faculty member Dr. John become a DACBR. “But let’s be honest,” he quipped, Taylor, now at D’Youville “this is a radiology nerd conference so not everyone would College; and Dr. Hector want to go.” Rivera-Melo, of Los Angeles Chiropractic College, who Above, Dr. James Bedle Dr. Mestan, who served as the organization’s president was a junior resident when moderated the Challenge of from 2005 to 2007, reflected, “This workshop is not only the Unknown at the Bedle was the senior something that DACBRs are required to attend for resident there. During the American College of continuing education, but also an opportunity for people Chiropractic Radiology challenge, each panel to reconnect as colleagues who share an NYCC conference in Minneapolis member presented and September 24-27. heritage.” SC diagnosed an assigned case, Spinal Column Page 2 November/December 2014 NYSCA Honors President Nicchi at Fall Convention A 2014 FALL CONVENTION, the New York State Chiropractic Association honored NYCC President Frank Nicchi, DC, MS (NYCC’ 78), with a New York State Assembly Citation. The New York State Assembly honored Dr. Nicchi as an individual who has demonstrated dedication, devotion, and commitment to promoting the highest quality and standards in his field, recognizing his unique personal achievements in his professional endeavors. The award, presented by Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci (10th A.D.), recognized Dr. Nicchi's contributions in promoting the highest educational standards, serving the health and well-being of the citizens of New York, and on behalf of the chiropractic profession. that the College was selected by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For” for the sixth consecutive year. In addition, NYCC was named as the American Chiropractic Association's very first recipient of its Chiropractic College of the Year Award. He also highlighted the Veterans Administration’s groundbreaking creation of chiropractic residency programs and the College’s academic affiliation with two of the five chosen facilities. T ITS Dr. Nicchi delivered a presentation focusing on New York Chiropractic College's current activities and recent achievements. In particular, he reported Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci (above, right) presented a New York State Assembly Citation to NYCC President Dr. Frank J. Nicchi at the New York State Chiropractic Association’s 2014 Fall Convention. In other highlights, Dr. Nicchi noted that NYCC’s current enrollment of 985 students (in all academic programs) represents 47 states, Puerto Rico, and several foreign countries. Our most recent alumni survey completed in spring of 2014 revealed that 97 percent of our alumni are actively engaged in practice and they continue to report high levels of satisfaction with their educational experience. SC Student E-mail System Change to Office 365 B Y NOW YOU MAY HAVE HEARD THE NEWS: On December 22, 2014, the student e-mail system will change from IMail to Office 365! From that date on, all administrative e-mail from all systems – instructors, administration, Student Portal, GoPrint, ExamSoft, D2L, TextCaster Emergency Notification System – will go to your Office 365 address. familiarizing yourself with Office 365 and resolve any issues prior to the December 22 changeover. Here’s how: 1. Go to https://outlook.com/nycc.edu. 2. Enter your new e-mail address, which is your portal [email protected]; e.g., [email protected]. 3. For the password, enter your Student ID followed by a lowercase “x”; e.g., A00000009999x. (You can find your Student ID number on the Student Portal under Registrar/Enrolled Student>How Do I?) 4. Click on the Sign In icon. Once you’ve signed in, you will be required to change your password. Why the switch? Look at what you’ll be getting: Online access from any device with an Internet connection Larger mailbox (50 GB) with more user features FREE Office 2013 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, etc.) Outlook e-mail interface A much shorter e-mail address 1 TB (1,000 GB) OneDrive cloud storage for documents As of January 1, 2015, your IMail account will no longer be accessible. Therefore, any e-mails you wish to keep that are currently in your IMail inbox, sent box, or other folders must be forwarded to your Office 365 e-mail by December 31, 2014. If you have any questions or difficulty accessing your new e-mail/Office 365, please contact the IT Department at [email protected] or 315-568-3223. SC If you haven’t already done so, you are encouraged to sign in to your account immediately so you can begin Spinal Column Page 3 November/December 2014 “NYCC Blue” - 19th Annual Convocation E 1992 to overcome difficulties within their class, establish traditions, and collectively verbalize their commitment to professionalism and ethical behavior ultimately resulted in NYCC’s annual Convocation. As a gift to NYCC, they composed an Aspirational Code, an important part of every Convocation since, to serve as an inspiration for the entire College community. At this year’s Convocation, held October 2 in the Delavan Theater, Student Government Association executive officers Noble Thomas, president, Stephanie Kahler, vice president, and Deepa Gulrajani, secretary/treasurer, led the audience in reciting the oath. FFORTS BY STUDENT LEADERS IN Students inducted into the Phi Chi Omega Honor Society recite the Society’s oath at the Convocation on October 2. and the profession, took a leap of faith and moved with the College when it transitioned to Seneca Falls in upstate New York. Some overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles and personal health concerns, yet put their faith in NYCC, never missing a beat in their commitment to the College and its mission. And, she reminded us that when the school's insurance carrier decided to make serious cuts in chiropractic and acupuncture coverage, NYCC President Frank J. Nicchi, DC, MS, immediately gave the order to look elsewhere for a health insurance provider that would better respect NYCC and what we do here. She expressed her appreciation to the College for recognizing and providing benefits for the spouses of all employees. These are all examples of what it means to be NYCC Blue. NYCC has been named for the sixth consecutive year as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. This too, she said, is NYCC Blue. In conclusion, Finn invited all present to look to each other for inspiration and quality leadership. NYCC Blue Professor Margaret “Maggie” M. Finn, DC (NYCC ‘92), a member of the NYCC faculty for more than 20 years, began her keynote address by sharing her understanding of Convocation as an opportunity for each of us to formally rededicate ourselves to NYCC and its Keynote speaker mission and commitment Dr. Maggie Finn to academic excellence, quality patient care and professional leadership. Dr. Finn called to mind members of the NYCC community she has known over the years who stand out as examples of what she called “NYCC Blue”; for instance, hearing- and visually impaired students who, rather than let their challenges define or defeat them, forged ahead with grace, strength, determination, hard work and humor that inspired others. “A sense of humor is a great gift to get through the many acute and chronic challenges that each of us will need to live through,” she said. She spoke of brave students who, in the face of intense adversity, seem to be thriving and teaching us all. And, she commented on the determination of students who worked hard to maintain and improve NYCC’s stellar efforts on board exams and its positive reflection on both the institution and the profession. Awards and Honors Dr. Nicchi presented the Student of the Year award to ninth-trimester chiropractic student Nicholas Maio, noting the significant impact he has had on the campus community. Those nominating Maio wrote that he embodies leadership and is a strong role model, capable, generous, genuine and professional. Students maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or better for three consecutive trimesters were inducted into the Phi Chi Omega Honor Society. Associate Professor Hunter Mollin, DC (NYCC ‘80), and Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Professor Marnae Ergil, MS, LAc, presented the 77 inductees with pins and certificates, and led them in reciting the Phi Chi Omega Society Oath. It’s not just the students who are “bringing it home,” Finn remarked, pointing to a number of faculty and staff who, with dedication to NYCC, chiropractic education, (Continued on page 5) Spinal Column Page 4 November/December 2014 The Faculty Excellence in Citizenship Award was conferred on Associate Professor Gerald Stevens, DC (NYCC ‘01), MS, MPH. Veronica Mittak, DHEd, was the recipient of the Excellence in Research and Scholarship Award. Staff Recognition awards were presented to Educational Technology/Telecommunications Administrator Bernie Cecchini and Billing Manager Irene Millis. Raffle winners were Systems Administrator Shelley Stuck and seventh-trimester DC student Justine O’Callahan. Dr. Nicchi closed the ceremony by commending the NYCC community for their drive toward excellence. He also lauded NYCC chiropractic students on their organization, attendance and participation at the recent Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA) Convention at the Foot Levelers headquarters in Roanoke, Va. SC At the Convocation on October 2, NYCC President Dr. Frank J. Nicchi (standing, at left) presented awards to (from left) Dr. Gerald Stevens, Dr. Veronica Mittak, Irene Millis, Nicholas Maio, and Bernard Cecchini. Wright Elected CCAOM President Donohue Re-elected to CCE Council B A FALL 2014 meeting held in Oakland, Calif., the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM) elected FLSAOM Dean Jason Wright as its first new president in over a decade. DONOHUE, DC, MS, NYCC’s director of accredittation, has been re-elected for a second term to the Council of the CCE — the decision-making body responsible for all matters pertaining to the accreditation status of Doctor of Chiropractic programs. The Council’s primary mission is to advance acupuncture and Oriental medicine by promoting Dean Jason Wright, LAc educational excellence in the field, and its membership consists of 55 acupuncture schools with either full accreditation or accreditation candidacy status with the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). In a recent announcement, NYCC President Frank J. Nicchi, DC, MS, explained that candidates for the CCE Council are nominated, and approved, on the basis of their diversity of academic expertise, professional activities and affiliations. The Council Bylaws membership ranges from 13-24 members who represent program/institutional representatives, practicing DCs, and public and at-large members. Dr. Donohue’s three-year term commences at the end of the January 2015 meeting, at the expiration of her current term. T ITS Dr. Beth Donohue The membership of the Council meets twice each year for dialogue and planning around the major issues affecting AOM education and the AOM profession. Dr. Nicchi stated, “Dr. Donohue’s nationally recognized expertise is a testament to the College’s leadership in a variety of areas.” About her re-election, Donohue said: “It is indeed an honor and privilege to have been re-elected to serve a second term as a CCE Council for the profession’s accrediting agency. It is the fulfillment of a lifelong goal to serve the profession in this very important role.” Dean Wright has served as an at-large member of the Executive Committee of the CCAOM since 2010, vice president since 2013, is the chair of the Council’s Herb Committee, and serves as the liaison between the CCAOM and the national professional organization, the AAAOM. Congratulations, Dean Wright! SC Spinal Column ETH Congratulations, Dr. Donohue! SC Page 5 November/December 2014 Student Clubs Host Veterans Day Flag Raising N YORK CHIROPRACTIC College’s Student Veterans of America Club, along with the Canadian Chiropractic Club, invited Commander Mike Gallina and members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1323 of Seneca Falls to NYCC to conduct a flag-raising ceremony on the College campus November 11 in honor of Veterans Day (Armistice Day) and Remembrance Day. The reading was following by a rifle salute, the playing of Taps, and raising of the flag to half-mast in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. EW Sixth-trimester DC student Lauren Hall, president of the Student Veterans of America Club, shared that the idea for a Veterans Day flag-raising ceremony had been in the making for the past year. She and ninth-trimester DC intern Nick Maio coordinated the event, with promotional help from the Student Life office and fellow students Kristi Mennitto and Amy Gjakova. They reached out to the Canadian Club to include Remembrance Day, which is the same date as Veterans Day each year, and helped them sell poppies to raise funds for the Canadian Legion. Hall has received positive feedback from several people who attended, a number of whom asked if it would be an annual event. Commander Gallina said he would be very happy to make that happen. Surrounded by members of the NYCC community, Gallina recited WWI Canadian soldier John McCrea’s touching poem In Flanders Fields: In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Hall stated that the Student Veterans of America Club’s focus is on serving veterans both at the College and in the surrounding community. She stated, “That is why we were really happy to connect with the VFW, so we can become more aware of volunteer opportunities in the community through that organization.” She is grateful to the Facilities staff for providing a new flag, all the veterans on campus for serving our country, and everyone who came to make the event a success. SC Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. An honor guard from VFW Post 1323 of Seneca Falls gave a 21-gun salute. Members of the NYCC campus community gathered for the Veterans Day flag-raising ceremony on November 11. Spinal Column Page 6 November/December 2014 NYCC Hosts SACA Leadership Conference By Brendan McCann, 7th Trimester DC I SEPTEMBER, NYCC PROUDLY played host to the 11th annual Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA) Leadership Conference in Roanoke, Va., Chiropractic students Deepa Gulrajani and Brendan McCann (both seventh trimester) organized the event, held this year at the Foot Levelers headquarters, while the College provided logistical and financial support. In total, 100 students from 14 chiropractic college campuses attended, including 34 from the NYCC SACA chapter who travelled together to the Roanoke valley. N The conference featured 15 speakers from a variety of chiropractic backgrounds, among them sports, military, management, academia, and integrative care — each bringing a unique perspective on leadership in their own career. Students learned about the numerous opportunities available to chiropractors and some of the strengths that lead to success on those paths. NYCC was well-represented at this year’s SACA Leadership Conference. At center, surrounded by NYCC students, faculty, and NYCC President Dr. Frank J. Nicchi are NYCC alumna Dr. Julie Scarano and Foot Levelers CEO Kent Greenawalt. Many students also attended the SACA business meeting, held at the National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) and Leadership each year. As the student segment of the American Chiropractic Association, the docket included issues of a national scale such as health legislation, military affairs, and keeping chiropractic students connected to each other. Elections for a new SACA national executive board resulted in McCann being named National Chair and Gulrajani, Vice Chair. After a day-long meeting, Foot Levelers CEO Kent Greenawalt ushered attendees from the different chapters, leaders, and mentors into his grand Roanoke home for dinner and drinks in the scenic manor. Providing students with time to connect socially, the event set a gracious, genuine, and social tone for the weekend. working alongside doctors of all professions, Dr. Anthony Lisi said, “You’ll be surprised how much they want to learn from you. All doctors tend to like to learn new things.” Business Skills Dr. Nicole Ingrando, of the North Orlando Spine Center, in Florida, runs a booming clinic thanks to her sharp business acumen. What does that mean? To her, it means good communication skills and consistent, positive clinical results. She emphasized knowing very specifically what you want to do and why. This shapes how you make decisions, set priorities, and teach others about your work and goals. Expounding on the theme, Dr. Sarah Potthoff taught about various modern business models, like patientcentered medical homes and accountable-care organizations, and what leadership skills may complement them. VA Residencies Five chiropractic residency directors from Veterans Administration hospitals, including NYCC’s own Dr. Paul Dougherty from the Canandaigua VA and Dr. Andrew Dunn (NYCC ‘99) from Buffalo, presented on the opportunities of the residency for newly minted doctors, and discussed leadership principles used to create the new positions. Residency offers advanced clinical competency, and experience required for modern healthcare. Of Spinal Column Goal Setting ACA CEO James Potter presented a workshop on setting goals in a way that sets you up to truly achieve them. The SMART goal template is familiar: Goals should Continued on page 8 Page 7 November/December 2014 be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timebound. Todd Reiter, a doctor of both chiropractic and medicine, had yet another perspective on goals: Just set a goal, no matter how ridiculous; your immediate instinct is to begin strategizing how you could accomplish it. It helps get you started on a road to some ridiculous successes. As the conference came to a close, students shared highlights from the weekend and talked about goals for themselves and their campuses in the coming year. The conversations brought to mind some of Morgan’s words: “Leading requires a spirit of gratitude,” he said, and talking to those who attended this year’s leadership conference, it is a spirit that is not hard to find. NYCC Speakers Dr. Lisa Bloom (NYCC ‘90), currently a doctoral candidate in leadership studies, worked to build a new conception of leadership with communication and collaboration at its core. Dr. Julie Scarano (NYCC ’09) spoke briefly about being a young female doctor in the historically male-dominated field of sports chiropractic, and expressed the importance of having a mentor in developing your leadership and your career. Sunday consisted of student-led workshops and a few final presentations, including one by Dr. William Morgan of the Walter Reed Military Medical Center. Dr. Morgan shared stories from his past that emphasized servant leadership, humility, and pragmatism. Brendan McCann and Deepa Gulrajani received plaques of appreciation for coordinating the SACA Leadership Conference in September. We would like to thank our NYCC family for their support and encouragement in helping the success of the conference: Dr. Frank J. Nicchi, Diane Dixon, Sue Ruzicka, Diane Zink, Amanda VanTassel, Cindy Wayne; and Drs. William Lauretti, Lisa Bloom, Julie Scarano, William Morgan, and Paul Dougherty. SC A Helping Hand for a Good Friend O N SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, a group of about 30 NYCC staff, faculty, friends, and family members descended on the home of Mike Hoover, of the IT Department, to help cut, split, and stack 30 face cords of firewood. (One face cord is approximately 8’ x 4’ x 12-18”!) Mike has been out of work since this past summer, recuperating from a sudden illness. The Hoovers heat their home with wood, and have been unable to cut and split the huge logs they’d had delivered. Volunteers provided food and beverages for the hard-working crew, wood splitters and other equipment, and three additional loads of split wood. The family is now set for the upcoming winter. In addition to the woodcutting, a fundraiser in Mike’s honor was held on campus in October. Faculty and staff donated money to help offset some of his medical and living expenses while he’s out of work. Mike was also able to take advantage of the NYCC sick bank, which provided 20 sick days of additional time thanks to the generosity of those who contributed. Mike says he and his family are humbled by the outpouring of support from the NYCC community, including all of the cards and well-wishing they have received during this difficult time. SC Mike and Charlotte Hoover (center, left) with some of the 30 NYCC staff, faculty, friends and family members who cut wood for them on November 8. Spinal Column Page 8 November/December 2014 NYCC Athletes Bring Home the Bronze! N NYCC STUDENT ATHLETES received a rousing send-off on October 29 before embarking on their journey to Cocoa Beach, Fla., the next day for the 23rd Chiropractic Games. This marked NYCC’s 16th year participating in the games. In a letter to the athletes prior to their trip, NYCC President Dr. Frank J. Nicchi wrote, “The Chiropractic Games started in 1992 and have since become an annual tradition, ranking as one of the athletic and social highlights of the academic year for many of the college students across the nation. These athletic competitions offer you the student athletes the chance to meet, compete, socialize and forge friendships that can last a lifetime.” INETY Attendees at the rally — coordinated by athletes showed support at the Chiropractic Games by attending other Director of Health & Fitness Education Rhett NYCC teams’ events when their own wasn’t competing. Ticconi and Associate VP for Administrative Services Dick Worden — cheered as Ticconi introduced NYCC brought home the overall third-place trophy - its the team captains, who in turn introduced their team best finish since 2005! Congratulations to all of the members. Unable to attend due to his travel schedule, athletes! Dr. Nicchi wished participants his best via a prerecorded video. Chartwells and Pepsi provided snacks and beverages NYCC’s track team lived up to its winning reputation for the rally and Chelsea Klinger, captain of the track team, by taking first place for the third year in a row after placing was the lucky winner of a 48” TV donated by Pepsi! in the top three in 2010 and 2011. Congratulations, Captain Chelsea Klinger and team members Matthew Caulfield, Matthew Henly, Brendan McCann, and Rebecca Pierotti! Captains Jessica Kowalski and Siobhan McDonagh led the women’s basketball team to a secondplace victory – its best since finishing third in 2000. The women’s soccer team followed suit, finishing second with Stephanie Kahler as captain – its best since placing in the top three at the 2003 and 2004 games. Accompanied by Ticconi and Worden, the group arrived in Cocoa Beach late Thursday, October 30. Friday was a day of meetings and other preparations for the games, with some time left over for the beach, relaxing, and getting to know competitors from the other 13 participating chiropractic colleges. The competitions started Saturday morning and, following a social on Saturday, continued on Sunday until the closing ceremony. For the fourth consecutive year, the swimming team placed in several events. Captain Robin McDowell came in second in the 100-meter freestyle as well as the 50- and 100meter backstroke; Harmony Bell was third in the 50-meter freestyle; Benjamin Hosler took third in the 50meter butterfly; and Emily Mickle took third in the 100-meter freestyle. The medley-relay team also succeeded in taking third place. The men’s basketball team earned third place, with Arturo Aldarondo as captain – the first time the College’s team has Chiro Games athletes and their fans enjoyed a rousing send-off in the North Dining Hall the day before departure. Spinal Column Page 9 Continued on page 10 November/December 2014 placed since 2003! The tennis team, with Jennifer Briggs as captain, came in fourth — the closest it has coming to winning a medal since 2007, when it took first place. NYCC teams also competed in the following events: softball — Shane Gallaher, captain; beach volleyball — Cheyne Ashline, captain; golf — Antonio Perez and Meaghan Brown, captains; and men’s soccer — Alex Swartz, captain. For next year, NYCC is signed up to participate in flag football, hockey and table tennis, which will increase our odds of finishing in the top two. Ticconi, who joined NYCC this past summer, was impressed by the dedication of NYCC’s athletes, practicing twice a week beginning in July and continuing until departure. “You could see from the time and effort the students put into this — from meetings with the captains to the amount of time they practiced — that this was not a vacation for them,” he said. “They took it seriously enough that there was no need for a curfew. Saturday and Sunday were all business.” Worden agreed, expressing that NYCC students “stand above” and that he and Ticconi received comments in Cocoa Beach about the high level of professionalism our students displayed. They also enjoyed meeting up with former NYCC Director of Health & Fitness Education Tony Petroccia, who retired in June NYCC’s track team took first place at the Chiro Games in November. Team members are (from left) Matthew Henly, Chelsea Klinger (captain), Brendan McCann, Rebecca Pierotti, and Matthew Caulfield. and, having been intimately involved in the Chiro Games since the College began participating, coordinated this year’s event for Space Coast Sports Promotions. Visit www.facebook.com/nycchealthfitness for more photos. SC Domestic Violence Awareness O DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS Month, and NYCC students and did their best to bring the issue to the fore with a display and the collection of hygiene products for donation to the Seneca County Domestic Violence Program. The event was organized by Amy Gjacova, who, prior to matriculating at NYCC, worked in the psychology field and gained experience with victims of domestic violence. Sharon Pinckney, executive director of the program, brought drawings done by a victim as part of her therapy. CTOBER IS For additional information, or if you feel you or someone you know is a victim, you are encouraged to contact Counseling Services at 315-568-3064; Holly Waye, Title IX coordinator, at [email protected] or 315-568-3055; or Sharon Pinckney at [email protected]; or the Domestic Violence hotline at 315-539-1607. SC Above (l-r), Alicia Saunders, Amy Gjacova, Jordan Estrada and Nicolas Aunkst with their domestic violence awareness display in the Main Lobby in October. Spinal Column Page 10 November/December 2014 Research Corner …keeping the NYCC community informed about what is going on in the world of Research. SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, January 27, and Thursday, January 29, 2015, from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., for the 18th Annual NYCC Research Symposium. Compatible Electro-Pneumatic Device for Delivering a Painful Pressure Stimulus over the Lumbar Spine.” The Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics has accepted for publication a manuscript submitted by Drs. Terry Koo, Jing-Yi Guo, Christina Ippolito and Jamie Bedle titled “Assessment of Scoliotic Deformity Using Spinous Processes: Comparison of Different Analysis Methods of an Ultrasonographic System.” The Somatosensory and Motor Research Journal has accepted for publication a manuscript submitted by Drs. Owen Papuga, Jeanmarie Burke, and Paul Dougherty titled “The Reliability of a Novel Magnetic Resonance For more details on the Research Symposium or to find out about research projects, stay tuned to the Research Corner, call Anne Smith at 315-568-3868, or stop by the Research Building. CCDPS On the Move My Cool Space Above, seventh-trimester DC and CCDPS work/study student Jayde Gray explains the Chiropractic Economics 2014 Salary and Expense Survey to first-trimester DC student Brett Hodshon. Above (from left), seventh-trimester DC students David Corasaniti, Zachary Edmonds, Eric Wolk and Warren Carr enjoy their “cool space.” O I OCTOBER 19, THE CENTER FOR CAREER Development and Professional Success hosted a poster display of the Chiropractic Economics Magazine 2014 Salary and Expense Survey. This annual survey highlights some of the key financial topics impacting the chiropractic profession. Students attending the event received a “snapshot” overview of these topics that can be used in formulating future practice plans. N THE OCTOBER ISSUE, THE SPINAL COLUMN started “My Cool Space” to find out where on campus students, faculty and staff enjoy spending their unstructured time. We recently caught up with seventhtrimester DC students David Corasaniti, Zachary Edmonds, Eric Wolk, and Warren Carr in the Museum Lobby of the Administration Building. N Why this space? It’s got a TV and is close to the Servery, so it’s a good place to wait while your food is cooking on the grill. SC During the Winter trimester, the CCDPS will host a CareerFest on January 22, Dr. Nicole Ingrando on February 5, On the Move February 19 and March 12, and SCORE on March 26. Stay tuned for details! SC Spinal Column Page 11 November/December 2014 Welcome, New Employees! C SMITH is the new office assistant at the Campus Health Center. The daughter of Sonya Smith, administrative assistant in the Registrar’s office, Colleen was born and raised in Seneca Falls and graduated from Mynderse Academy, where she was on the softball and basketball teams. She attended Colleen Smith Finger Lakes Community College, where she also played basketball, and is in the process of completing a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education online through Everest University. For the past five years, she was a preschool teacher at Seneca County Head Start, in Seneca Falls. She and her 3-year-old son, Cashius, live in Seneca Falls and enjoy spending time together. Colleen is on a bowling league and is also teaching Cashius how to bowl. She can be reached at [email protected] or 315-5683164. water, as well as all types of music, especially jazz and blues. He is also certified as a clinical hypnosis practitioner and life coach. OLLEEN Thompson’s office is located in the AAESS suite on the lower level of the Library/Anatomy building. He can be reached at [email protected] or 315-568-3123. To make an appointment, please call his assistant, Dawn Stedge, at 315-568-3064. THE HUMAN RESOURCES office recently welcomed SHELLEY BOWMAN as the new HR Assistant. She comes to us from Geneva General Hospital, where she was a medical transcriptionist for 24 years. Shelley and her husband, Ken, live in Seneca Falls and have two grown children: Adam, 25, who is Shelley Bowman married; and Kendra, 21, a senior at SUNY Oswego. They also have a Lab mix named Tucker. In her spare time, Shelley enjoys cooking, baking, crafting, and bowling in a fun league. She can be reached at [email protected] or 315-568-3303. PETER THOMPSON has joined NYCC as director of the Academy for Academic Excellence and Student Success (AAESS). Originally from Philadelphia, Pa., he holds a Master’s in Counseling and Human Relations from Villanova University and is currently completing an Education Doctoral Degree in Human Peter Thompson, MS Development at the Warner School of Education at the University of Rochester. Thompson was a school counselor in the Philadelphia area for ten years, serving as director of the district-wide crisis intervention team and the student assistance program. An avid swimmer and former water-polo player during his undergraduate years at the University of Richmond, he has coached swimming at all levels. In addition, he has taught graduate education courses at Niagara University as well as sports science, stress management, and alcohol and drug use and abuse education at Ursine College, in Pennsylvania. For the past eight years, he was the head men’s and women’s swimming coach at the University of Rochester. The topic of Thompson’s research for his doctorate is positive psychology interventions (best motivational practices), for adolescents and young adults. BILLY JEAN POLLOCK is the new Office Assistant at the Seneca Falls Health Center. Billy was born in Watertown, N.Y., and grew up in Sandy Creek. For seven years prior to joining NYCC, she worked in medical transcription, with a brief stint in patient registration for an emergency room. She is currently completing a bachelor’s degree in healthcare Billy Jean Pollock management and plans to further her education with a master’s degree focusing on nonprofit management. Billy and Tim, her husband of 14 years, have three children: Abigail, 11; Aaron, 9; and Johnathan, 7. Now living in Seneca Falls, the family also has three English bulldogs and a miniature pinscher mix that they rescued, not to mention a rabbit and four guinea pigs that started out as a 4H project and have since become permanent family members. Thompson currently lives in Pittsford N.Y. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, sports, bicycle riding, and Spinal Column (Continued on page 13) Page 12 November/December 2014 When not working, Billy loves to do anything outside and nature-related, and also loves to knit. Four years ago, her family started a homestead in Mannsville, N.Y., with goats, chickens, ducks, and gardens in order to become as self-sufficient as possible. They plan to do the same thing in this area and continue their goals toward selfsufficiency. Billy can be reached at [email protected], or 315-568-3166. career. He attended Touro College in New York City, where his instructors included current FLSAOM faculty members Kevin Ergil, LAc, MS; Marnae Ergil, LAc, MS; and Kathy Taromina, LAc, MS. After completing his master’s in Oriental medicine in the fall of 2005, he spent two months as a volunteer acupuncturist in India and, upon his return, opened a private practice with offices in Brooklyn and Manhattan. He now welcomes the opportunity to blend his love for academics and clinical practice. MICHAEL PINGICER, MSOM, LAc, has joined the faculty of the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine of NYCC, where he is overseeing students in the Campus Health Center part-time until January 1, when he will be a full-time assistant professor, teaching Clinical Skills II and Michael Pingicer, Treatment of Painful Conditions, MSOM, LAc and continuing to supervise students at the Campus Health Center. Pingicer and his wife, Kelly have settled in Seneca Falls for the time being and are expecting their first child — a daughter — in mid-December. Outside of work, Pingicer enjoys photography, meditation, riding his bike, playing soccer and tennis, and cooking with his wife. His office is located in Academic 3, Room 207, and he can be reached at [email protected] or 315-568-3314. SEPTEMBER HERGERT recently joined NYCC as a faculty secretary. Originally from Geneva, she was raised there and in Waterloo, where she now lives. September holds an Associate in Human Services from Finger Lakes Community College and worked for 12 years in the September Hergert International Export Department at ITT Goulds Pumps. She and her husband, Jason, have four children: Ashley, 20; Giovanna, 14; Kallista, 11; and Dylan, 5. Dogs Angel and Bentley, and cats Skittles and Mitsy, complete the family. In her spare time, September enjoys yoga and walking. Her office is in Academic 1, Room 204, and she can be reached at [email protected] or (315) 568-3205. SC Born in Perth Amboy, N.J., and raised primarily in Rhode Island, Pingicer entered The College of William and Mary, in Williamsburg, Va., with aspirations of becoming a doctor or medical researcher, but later changed his major to anthropology with a minor in chemistry with the intention of becoming an academic. While there, he became a self-taught photographer and, after completing his bachelor’s degree, moved to New York City, where he did freelance editorial and commercial photography and worked in a photo archive. Still interested in medicine, a positive experience with acupuncture influenced his decision to pursue it as a Harvest Luncheon Costume Contest S COUNCIL ONCE AGAIN HOSTED a Harvest Luncheon for staff and faculty on Friday, October 31. This year’s event was coordinated by committee chair Angela Thomas. TAFF At right, from left, Pat Watters, Kathi Colella, Melodie Loughney, Sabrina Barilla, Bill Valois, and Jason Wright, LAc, added to the life of the party with their imaginative costumes. Thanks to Kathi Colella, who won the costume contest as Judge Judy, her department will enjoy a luncheon by Chartwells. 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