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David Oestreicher (1981, SOM) CPA/PFS, MBA, CLTC has been elected to New York Life Insurance Company's Agents Advisory Council, a prestigious group of 24 New York Life sales representatives elected by their peers to present agent viewpoints and issues to the Home Office. David J. Oestreicher, a New York Life agent for 7 years, was elected to the Agents Advisory Council at a recent awards and recognition educational conference in San Antonio, Texas Submitted on Nov 19 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Neal Mann (1967) Neal Mann (1967, SBS) writes, "In February I will become a grandfather for the first time. Can't wait." Submitted on Nov 6 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Neal Mann (1967) Neal Mann (1967, SBS) writes, "Retired part time in 2000 and full time from Audiology in 2005. While employed part time as an Audiologist, I took the tests for my commercial driver's license and started driving trucks delivering wine and juice just because I wanted to." Submitted on Nov 6 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986, ED) writes, "Commonwealth Opera is producing Cosi Fan Tutti at the Academy of Music in Northampton MA on November 20th and 22nd. It is a wonderful operaetic comedy that should not be missed. Hope you can join me. www.commonwealthopera.org I have been involved with this organization since 2000. If you wish to become involved, please let me know." Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986, ED) recently accepted a position at Herrell's Development Corporation located in Northampton MA as President. Judith recently was employed at Iris Photo as Director of Sales and Marketing. "After 29 years, Herrell's Ice Cream decided to expand by franchising. I am happy to speak with anyone who might be interested." Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Stephen Masse (1975) Stephen Masse (1975, HFA) writes, "Available from Good Harbor Press -- a new book for children 9 - 14. SHORT CIRCUS is twelve-year-old Jem Lockwood's own story about his remarkable adventures with his Big Brother Jesse Standish and a host of neighbors and friends, plus a mysterious enemy who sabotages the swimming pond. There are bike jumping contests, fistfights, motorbikes, visits to seaside towns for festivals, and swimming in a waterfall. What begins as a glorious summer is nearly ruined when Jem discovers that his Big Brother's rented house is about to be sold, and Jesse Standish may be forced to move away."  Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) James Pye (1969) Jim Pye (1969) writes, "My wife, Georgia (Wheaton College 1969), and I live in our hometown, Duxbury, Massachusetts. Since graduation on May 31, 1969, I have: done one year of law school at William and Mary; lost the Spring 1970 draft lottery; served two years, eight months, fourteen days, and four hours in the Army, during which time Georgia and I were married at the Wheaton College Chapel on October 9, 1971; finished law school at W&M in June 1975; was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar on December 19, 1975; earned an LLM in Taxation at BU Law School in June 1976; practiced real estate, estate planning, and probate law in Duxbury for thirty-five years, and counting; practiced real estate brokerage in Duxbury for twenty-five years, and counting; had two great kids; and have stayed in touch with my Zeta Nu roommate, Jack Fitzgerald, who keeps me current on all our fraternity brothers who graduated for Boston Latin School in 1965 and 1966. I would like to reconnect with my Zeta Nu fraternity brothers (1966-1971); the Class of 1969 Freshman Lacrosse Team, the only undefeated team on which I ever played; and become active in the South Shore and Cape Cod Umass Alumni Clubs. Please email me at JimPye@Alumni.Umass.edu. " Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Timothy Johnston (1989) Timothy Johnston (1989, MFA) writes, "Tim Johnston's collection of stories, IRISH GIRL, winner of the 2009 Katherine Anne Porter Prize in Short Fiction, has just been published. "These beautifully rendered tales pack and emotional wallop." - Publisher's Weekly. Tim also has a story featured in NARRATIVE MAGAZINE'S Story of The Week (Nov 15- 22). " Submitted on Nov 4 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Martin Comack (1999) is currently an ABD doctoral candidate in Political Science at Northeastern University. Submitted on Nov 2 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Ariane Goodwin (1995) Ariane Goodwin (1995, ED) writes, "I've been using my doctorate from UMass, in Human Development and Creative Behavior, as the springboard for creating a whole menu of educational materials so visual fine artists can step into the 21st Century and find new ways to put their artwork successfully in the world. It began with my first book (and the only book on the subject!) on "Writing the Artist Statement: Revealing the True Spirit of Your Work." My latest adventure has been to create and host the only professional development art career conference for visual artists, online of off -- the smARTist Telesummit. (http://www.smARTist.com) The fourth annual 7-day event is coming up: Jan 21 & 22 (2 MasterMind Panel Days) and Jan 25-29, featuring 12 Art Career Experts and Successful Artists giving keynote presentations. This year -- smARTist 2010 -- our very special guest is the international best-selling author, Robert Fritz ("The Path of Least Resistance" & "Your Life as Art"). After 3 years, and 39 Art Career Expert Speakers, my outreach spans an online audience of over 250,000. And my passion -- to help visual artists make an honest living doing what they love -- grows brighter and stronger as the dynamic, multi-faceted beauty of their art is able to grace all of our lives." Submitted on Oct 28 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read all Class Notes
David Oestreicher (1981, SOM) CPA/PFS, MBA, CLTC has been elected to New York Life Insurance Company's Agents Advisory Council, a prestigious group of 24 New York Life sales representatives elected by their peers to present agent viewpoints and issues to the Home Office. David J. Oestreicher, a New York Life agent for 7 years, was elected to the Agents Advisory Council at a recent awards and recognition educational conference in San Antonio, Texas Submitted on Nov 19 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986) Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986, ED) writes, "Commonwealth Opera is producing Cosi Fan Tutti at the Academy of Music in Northampton MA on November 20th and 22nd. It is a wonderful operaetic comedy that should not be missed. Hope you can join me. www.commonwealthopera.org I have been involved with this organization since 2000. If you wish to become involved, please let me know." Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Career News
Dan Berthiaume (1993, HFA) and Julie Berthiaume are proud to announce the birth of a baby girl, Caroline Patricia. She was born on April 10, 2009 and weighed 7 lb., 12 oz. Caroline joins older brother David, born Sept. 2007, at home. Both she and mom are doing great! Submitted on May 28 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Andrew MacDougall (1995) Andrew MacDougall (1995, NRE) and Nicole MacDougall are proud to announce the birth of their third child, a baby boy, James. He was born on May 2, 2009. James' brother and sister are very excited about the new addition. Submitted on May 11 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Births & Adoptions
Jessica (Stelmok) Sabourin (2005, SOM) and Daniel Sabourin are happy to announce their marriage on August 1, 2009 in Shaker Hills Golf Club, Harvard, MA. They currently reside in Worcester, MA. Other alumni in attendance included: Timothy Harrison '04, Brenna Kirk '05, Terri Belkas '06, Patrick Parent '04, Kristen Farnum Parent '06, Dina Vuturo '05, Tim Cowen '06, Tom Coyle, Jr. '05, Courtney Carroll '06, Josh Gould '05, Elizabeth Hays '06, and Leigh Larkin '05. After the wedding, Jessica and Dan spent 8 fun filled days in Orlando, FL at Disney World. Submitted on Sep 19 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) David Ambrose (2003) David Ambrose (2003, SBS & 2004 M.Ed.) and Allison Wroblewski are happy to announce their marriage on July 11, 2009 in The Publick House, Sturbridge, MA. They currently reside in Cumberland, RI. The couple's wedding was attended by over 25 UMass alumni. The couple honeymooned in St. Lucia. Dave is an English teacher at Medford High School in Medford, MA and Allie is a History teacher in North Providence, RI. Submitted on Sep 13 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Marriages & Commitments
Neal Mann (1967, SBS) writes, "In February I will become a grandfather for the first time. Can't wait." Submitted on Nov 6 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) James Pye (1969) Jim Pye (1969) writes, "My wife, Georgia (Wheaton College 1969), and I live in our hometown, Duxbury, Massachusetts. Since graduation on May 31, 1969, I have: done one year of law school at William and Mary; lost the Spring 1970 draft lottery; served two years, eight months, fourteen days, and four hours in the Army, during which time Georgia and I were married at the Wheaton College Chapel on October 9, 1971; finished law school at W&M in June 1975; was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar on December 19, 1975; earned an LLM in Taxation at BU Law School in June 1976; practiced real estate, estate planning, and probate law in Duxbury for thirty-five years, and counting; practiced real estate brokerage in Duxbury for twenty-five years, and counting; had two great kids; and have stayed in touch with my Zeta Nu roommate, Jack Fitzgerald, who keeps me current on all our fraternity brothers who graduated for Boston Latin School in 1965 and 1966. I would like to reconnect with my Zeta Nu fraternity brothers (1966-1971); the Class of 1969 Freshman Lacrosse Team, the only undefeated team on which I ever played; and become active in the South Shore and Cape Cod Umass Alumni Clubs. Please email me at JimPye@Alumni.Umass.edu. " Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Catching Up
Ayis Caperonis (1999, HFA) received a Masters in Education from Pace Univesity in NYC on May 24, 2007. She is a Member of Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education and recieved an award for Outstanding Graduate work in the field of teaching from the School of Education at Pace University. Submitted on Jun 16 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Mark Follett (1988) Mark Follett (1988, SBS) feels greatful and honored both professionally and personally to have received an MBA and MSF (Master of Science in Finance) from Northeastern University, Boston, MA on May 1, 2009. Submitted on Apr 30 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Educational News
Stephen Masse (1975, HFA) writes, "Available from Good Harbor Press -- a new book for children 9 - 14. SHORT CIRCUS is twelve-year-old Jem Lockwood's own story about his remarkable adventures with his Big Brother Jesse Standish and a host of neighbors and friends, plus a mysterious enemy who sabotages the swimming pond. There are bike jumping contests, fistfights, motorbikes, visits to seaside towns for festivals, and swimming in a waterfall. What begins as a glorious summer is nearly ruined when Jem discovers that his Big Brother's rented house is about to be sold, and Jesse Standish may be forced to move away." Submitted on Nov 5 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Wellesley Marsh (2004) Wellesley Marsh (2004, SBS) writes, "Taschen books recently published the Music Icon series which features my photo layout and research work. So far, the series includes books on Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, John Lennon, and Jimi Hendrix. Working with one of the best publishers in the world has been a wonderful experience" Submitted on Oct 22 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more Books & Publications
Neal Mann (1967, SBS) writes, "Retired part time in 2000 and full time from Audiology in 2005. While employed part time as an Audiologist, I took the tests for my commercial driver's license and started driving trucks delivering wine and juice just because I wanted to." Submitted on Nov 6 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Alyssa Manzi (2001) Alyssa Manzi (2001) and Gary Ritter (2004) are finalists on the "Today Show Throws a Wedding." Cast your votes at http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/30370935. Voting closes on June 26, 2009 at 11:50 p.m. Submitted on Jun 25 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more General
Steven Winniman (1982) died in Springfield, MA on July 11, 2008. Steven graduated Cum Laude from the University of Massachusttes Amherst. In 1986 he began practicing law in Springfield with his father Attorney Douglas Winniman. He was a member of the Hampden County Bar Association and Cong. B'nai Jacob Synagogue. Submitted on May 3 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) Dennis Wrenn (1972) Dennis Wrenn (1972) died in Athens, Greece on February 19, 2009. "A Tribute to Dennis Wrenn" will be held on Monday, March 30th from 5:00-7:00 pm at Mechanics Hall in Worcester (www.mechanicshall.org). This will be a celebration of Dennis' life and work and will be filled with music, memories, photographs, students, colleagues, friends and family. Because of the breadth of Dennis' influence, we are worried that this magnificent room might actually be too small! To make sure that no one makes the trip and is then unable to enter the hall because of space restrictions, admission will be by free ticket. To get tickets, please visit http://nsma.info/. We look forward to seeing you there! Submitted on Mar 17 2009. Add Comment | Comments (0) > Read more In Memoriam
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