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SUNY Potsdam Names Rhea Noseworthy an Honorary Alumna

Longtime Employee Rhea Noseworthy is Given Honorary Lifetime Membership in the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association

Potsdam, NY (07/30/2021) — The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association recently honored longtime employee Rhea Noseworthy with Honorary Lifetime Membership, during the College's Virtual Reunion.

Honorary Lifetime Membership is presented to non-alums who have made exceptional contributions to the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association and/or the College.

Noseworthy was recognized for serving the College with dedication and distinction for more than 20 years, and for the indelible impact she has had on the advancement of the institution.

About the recipient:

To the trustees of the Potsdam College Foundation Board of Trustees, as well as to many other alumni and colleagues, Rhea Noseworthy (Hon. '21) is an integral member of the SUNY Potsdam family.

In her role as administrative assistant to the vice president for College Advancement/executive director for the Potsdam College Foundation, Rhea serves as a point person for many tasks related to the work of the Foundation Board and frequently advances system improvements to help the Board operate more efficiently.

Each year, Rhea expertly coordinates two Foundation Board Weekends and manages the recurring meeting schedules for eight Board committees, comprised of more than 40 individuals. Her facilitation of these meetings encountered new challenges in 2020 and 2021, as all meetings were hosted virtually; yet she approached all technological hurdles with patience and attentiveness.

Foundation Board trustees rely on Rhea and appreciate her loyalty to both the Board and SUNY Potsdam. One trustee recalled countless instances in which she emailed Rhea an inquiry at midnight and received a response before the start of the working day, not only answering the trustee's questions but directing her to others who might be able to assist with the issue at hand.

Rhea's colleagues in the Division of College Advancement also revere her as a dependable and respected member of the team. Whether helping someone charge an invoice or ensuring the reliability of the department vehicle, Rhea enables the division to complete its work effectively, while also supplying diverting quips and endearing Canadian slang.

Rhea not only supports the fundraising efforts of College Advancement through her work; she herself is also a loyal donor to the Pay It Forward Scholarship Program and College's Greatest Needs Fund, making a SUNY Potsdam education possible for more deserving students.

For more information about the SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association, visit http://www.potsdam.edu/alumni.

About SUNY Potsdam:

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America's first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit http://www.potsdam.edu.

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The SUNY Potsdam Alumni Association has named longtime employee Rhea Noseworthy (Hon. ’21) of Massena, N.Y., an honorary alumna.

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