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David Oestreicher (1981, SOM )
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
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Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986, ED )
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
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Judith (Udes) Herrell (1986, ED )
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
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Timothy Johnston (1989, HFA )
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
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Martin Comack (1999, SBS )
is currently an ABD doctoral candidate in Political Science at Northeastern University.
Submitted on Nov 2 2009
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Ariane Goodwin (1995, ED )
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
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Mona Hirata (1995, SBS )
Mona L. Hirata (1995, SBS), President and Co-Founder of Weddings by Grace and Mona, recently accepted a new venture teaching the first wedding planning certification course offered at Kapiolani Community College, in collaboration with the Wedding Planning Institute. The course began on Thursday, September 24, 2009 with nineteen students enrolled. Mona hopes to give these students a practical perspective by sharing her own experiences as a wedding planner and by bringing in guest speakers from vendors within the wedding industry. Another public speaking opportunity arose when Jim Richardson, a professor at the Shidler College of Business, invited Mona to speak at his Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship class as a featured entrepreneur.

Submitted on Oct 23 2009
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John Petrocelli (1988, )
John Petrocelli (1988) writes, "In March I accepted a position as CEO of Incited Media (www.incitedmedia.com - http://www.incitedmedia.com/news_press_ceo.php) the leading provider of webcast management services. We have streamed some of the most watched and viewed live content in internet history include LiveEarth, Live 8, the Democratic National Convention, YouTube Live, the Grammys, FarmAid and MTV Video Music Awards.

In October Incited Media was acquired by AEG (http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS146987+05-Oct-2009+BW20091005) and launched AEG Digital Media. AEG is the world's largest investor in entertainment and sports facilities; the world's largest presenter of live sports and entertainment events; world's largest owner of sports teams and sports events; owner of the world's most profitable sports and entertainment venues; and reaches billions of people each year through its facilities, events, music, theater, festivals, sports, films and media assets.

Whew, its been a ton of work but a great ride so far as I have always wanted to work in both sports and music!"
Submitted on Oct 20 2009
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Daniel Friedmann (1976, SBS )
Daniel Friedmann (1976, SBS) writes, "I have partnered with two colleagues to form a consulting company that aims to serve start-ups, small, and emerging companies with services including project management, software management, strategic financing guidance, direct marketing guidance, and business process improvement guidance. The web site is http://www.D2Mconsulting.com/.

We have also launched our first e-commerce website: http://www.Dial4Tix.com/ where you can get great deals on tickets to sold out events."
Submitted on Oct 15 2009
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Bobbi-Sue Doyle-Hazard (2004, SOM )
Bobbi-Sue Doyle-Hazard (2004, SOM) recently accepted a position at New England Cryogenic Center, Inc. located in Newton, MA as Corporate Counsel. "Bobbi-Sue graduated from Pennsylvania State University's Dickinson School of Law in May of 2007. After being sworn into the Massachusetts Bar in June of 2008, she began her own practice in the areas of civil litigation, estate planning and probate and business law. In October of 2009 she accepted a position as Corporate Counsel for New England Cryogenic Center, Inc. She is the first in-house legal counsel in the history of this biotech company. "
Submitted on Oct 15 2009
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Sarah (Olivier) Isenberg (1991, SBS )
Sarah (Olivier) Isenberg (1991, SBS) was recently honored as Bay State Parent Magazine's "Mom Who Rocks" for October, 2009. Sarah gave up her successful law practice after being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 32, and went on to devote her time to breast cancer advocacy by serving on the boards of the National Breast Cancer Coalition and the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition and by founding and leading two organizations dedicated to the needs of young women with breast cancer. An eight-year survivor, Sarah now writes for the blog Semi-Sweet: A Practical Guide To Healthy Living, where she dispenses useful, cutting edge, and fun information on cooking and diet, lifestyle, exercise, environmental concerns and parenting. Visit her online at http://www.semisweetonline.com.

Submitted on Oct 14 2009
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David Mesicek (1999, NRE )
David Mesicek (1999, NRE) writes,

"Hi all,

We just launched Common Soles LLC. We sell footwear to generate funding to support community improvement initiatives in the footwear manufacturing regions of the world. Initiatives include funding for health care, education and sanitary systems. Check us out: http://commonsoles.com

-Dave
Class of '99"

Submitted on Sep 9 2009
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Alex Zucker (1986, CNS )
Alex Zucker (1986, CNS) writes, "This fall, Northwestern University Press is publishing my translation of Czech author Petra Hulova's first novel, All This Belongs to Me. It can be purchased online from any major bookstore. The novel, set in Mongolia, tells the story of a family from the point of view of three sisters, their mother, and the daughters of one of the sisters."

Submitted on Sep 8 2009
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Lisa (Breslow) Breslow Thompson (1982, SBS )
Lisa (Breslow) Breslow Thompson (1982, SBS) writes,

My pastel painting titled "Sweet!" is currently on display in conjunction with "Eat the Art", an exhibit of food related artwork at Bunker Hill Community College in Charlestown, MA from 9/14 to 10/31. I am also presently exhibiting my paintings at the Danforth Museum School of Art and Amazing Things Arts Center in Framingham, MA during the months of September and October. Recent exhibits in Framingham also include shows at the Main Library and Fountain Street Studios.

While at UMASS I never took an art class, but my involvement in student government and an internship junior year sparked my interest in graphic design. Upon receiving my degree in Political Science, I had an epiphany that the field of visual communication was my path, and attended New England School of Art and Design in Boston, MA. I have worked as a graphic designer for the past 25 years, and am recently experiencing the joy and exhilaration of painting and drawing.

I live in Framingham with my husband Mark (1981) and our two sons, Jeremy and Connor. I would love to hear from old friends at
thompson-lisa@comcast.net

"
Submitted on Sep 8 2009
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Douglas Storey (1984, SBS )
Douglas Storey (1984, SBS) writes that his company, Two Storey Building of Bolton, MA, a local custom builder and remodeling company, has been named to the 2009 Big 50 Award by Remodeling magazine. Two Storey Building was one of only two companies named from all of New England.

The Big 50 is a remodeling business excellence award for best practices. Every May, Remodeling inducts 50 companies from around the country who have set the standard for professionalism and integrity through smart marketing, exemplary business practices, unique design, and extraordinary impact on their community or the industry at large.

Read all about it in the web article at www.remodeling.hw.net/big50/2009/two-storey-building.aspx.

According to Doug, Managing Partner, Two Storey Building, is a design/build firm and a long time proponent of green building practices - making homes more energy efficient, utilizing the best current products for a safe and sustainable home, and leveraging the latest in building science to build a better home. "Building green is building better," says Doug, who is a Certified Green Professional (CGR) by the National Association of Home Builders. Two Storey Building built one of the first LEED certified homes in Massachusetts in 2007 and is also an Energy Star Certified Builder.

For further information contact Doug Storey of Two Storey Building at 617-438-0313 or destorey@comcast.net or www.twostoreybuilding.com.

Submitted on Aug 10 2009
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Christy (Stanley) Orser (2003, SBS )
"Christy (Stanley) Orser (2003, SBS) recently took command of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Space Brigade, United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Christy previously served as an Electronic Warfare Platoon Leader, a Company Executive Officer, a Battalion Operations Officer (S3) and as an Assistant Brigade Intelligence Officer (S2). She has served one combat tour in Iraq."

Submitted on Aug 6 2009
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Nicholas Lento (1986, NRE )
Nicholas Lento (1986, NRE) writes, "As of June 1, 2009 I am retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 22 years in the US Air Force. With tours in Boston, San Antonio, Oklahoma City, Washington DC, and Hawaii, I was responsible for acquiring new technology and systems for the Air Force, and spent time as a Political-Military/international Affairs Officer traveling the Asia-Pacific region. My retirement was short-lived though, as I recently accepted a position with Veracity Enngineering in Washington DC as a Senior Program Manager supporting the FAA."
Submitted on Aug 6 2009
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George Epstein (1948, NSM )
George Epstein (1948, NSM) Received the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) International Fellow Award for his outstanding contributions in composites and adhesive bonding technologies that have enabled major advances in the aerospace/defense, infrastructure, and now the automotive industries, and also the development of the concept for ballistic armor used extensively today to protect U.S. forces.

At a luncheon in Chicago on June 21. George is the man on the center-right. Award was presented by Wm. J.J. O'Connell, SPE President, at the Palmer House in Chicago.

Submitted on Jul 22 2009
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Olympia (Talabach) Proal (1978, HLTH )
Pia (Talabach) Proal (1978, HLTH) writes, "I recently launched Real Cool TV Productions - www.realcooltv.com - We help companies tell their story, introduce new products, highlight key employees, etc. through the use of web videos. Web-videos and their role in social media have become one of the hottest marketing tools around."

Submitted on Jul 1 2009
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Duncan Putney (1983, SOM )
Duncan Putney (1983, SOM) An alumnus of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst was among the winners at the Boston/New England Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' 32nd annual New England Emmy Awards, which were held Saturday at the Boston Marriott Hotel, Copley Place. Duncan Putney was the writer of several television spots that won the Community/Public Service Campaign award for a campaign entitled "Canisters" for the Rhode Island International Film Festival.

Submitted on Jul 1 2009
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