By Elisabeth Costanzo Stewart
Campus was buzzing on Saturday, August 26, 2023 as 233 residents moved into SUNY Broome’s Student Village. “Move-In Day” was facilitated through a collaborative effort from Student Development and Diversity, Public Safety, and a team of over 60 faculty, staff, and student volunteers.
Dr. Tony D. Hawkins was thrilled to unload cars and carry boxes to support the students and their families during his first “Move-In Day” as President of SUNY Broome. “I remember saying goodbye to my parents and starting a new beginning as an undergraduate. It’s such an exciting time,” President Hawkins said.
President Hawkins worked alongside the RD and RA’s to ensure that each Student Village resident was properly welcomed to the campus community.
Photo Credit: Matt Ebbers
The 233 residents of the Student Village are divided amongst 60 apartment-style suites between four floors. Resident Assistants Jada Palmer, Roee Linder, and Riley Tomasovitch were on hand to welcome their new neighbors and offer advice for a successful year. “Remember why you came to SUNY Broome and use that as motivation when things get tough,” said Linder. “Go with the flow and always keep yourself open to creating new bonds and relationships.”
A picnic lunch for the new residents, their families, and the volunteers was supplied by SUNY Broome’s community partner, Central Baptist Church. The Central Baptist Church team started preparing at 7:00 a.m. to present the crowd with 600+ hotdogs, bagged snacks, fresh baked goods, and drinks. This annual act of service is always appreciated! (No one wants to be hungry on “Move-In Day!”)
Special thanks to our community partners at Central Baptist Church for providing lunch.
Photo Credit: Matt Ebbers
SUNY Broome’s Student Village is under the direction of Vice President for Student Development & Chief Diversity Officer, Dr. Carol Ross-Scott, and the wonderful Housing staff.
The Housing – Student Village team includes
- Evan Bigam: Director of Housing and Residential Life
- Kalis J. Nunes: Assistant Director of Housing and Residential Life
- Norma I. Lugo Siso: Housing Coordinator
- Stevan R. Decker: Housing Facilities Lead
- Blessin McFarlane: Graduate Resident Director
- Maria L. Basualdo: Admissions – Housing Specialist
Meet a Few of Our New Student Village Residents!
New Student: Caitlyn Dubois
Program of Study: Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.)
Hometown: Oswego, NY
Best Campus Moment: “The first person that we saw today was Officer Shaun Carnevale. He’s from our town, so it definitely made us all feel a bit calmer to be greeted by a familiar face.”
Favorite Dorm Room Decor: “Dental Hygiene themed succulents. I thought that these giant teeth would make my study space a little more fun!”
Photo Credit: Ashley Blackwell
New Student: Nicholas Ragonese
Program of Study: Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)
Hometown: Norwich, NY
Favorite Campus Activity: Playing for the Hornets on the Men’s Soccer and Baseball teams.
What’s your top dorm essential?: “Laundry detergent. I have been doing my own laundry since I was 10 and I can’t believe that some students still don’t know how to do laundry on their own! I’m sure that I could give a few lessons if needed.”
Photo Credit: Ashley Blackwell
New Student: Geniah Wilson
Program of Study: Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.)
Hometown: Cambria Heights, NY
Move-In Team: “My Dad helped me move in today!”
Backpack Must-Haves: “I always need my phone and my eyelashes!”
View more photos from Move-In Day 2023!
