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Release Date May 12, 2007
Poughkeepsie, N.Y. – May events at Dutchess Community College range from concerts to convocation. Unless otherwise noted, events are free and held at the main campus in Poughkeepsie. For updated information on events and activities at DCC, visit www.sunydutchess.edu/campusevents.
Tuesday, May 1, 7:00 p.m., Dutchess Hall Theater
Spring Instrumental Concert: featuring the Guitar Consort under the direction of Jeff Armstrong, the Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Lou Pappas, plus instrumental soloists. Admission is free. For information, contact the DCC Music Program at (845) 431-8625.
Wednesday, May 2, 4:00 p.m., James and Betty Hall Theatre, Dutchess Hall
DUE Awards for Academic Excellence
Dutchess United Educators, DCC’s professional staff union, present awards to outstanding students who have excelled academically and contributed to the fabric of the College community. A reception follows in the Ritz Lounge. Admission is free. For information, contact Professor Richard Reitano at (845) 431-8514.
Wednesday, May 2, COM Show 7:30 p.m., Dutchess Hall Theater
DCC COM Show, featuring the finest work from of DCC’s Communications and Media Arts Students in the spring semester, including short fictional pieces produced by both basic and advanced video production classes, special effects, audio production, and trailers for the half-hour, broadcast-quality documentaries produced by the students in “Learning in Progress.” Admission is free. For information, contact Dana Dorrity at (845) 431-8612 or email Camilo Rojas at rojas@sunydutchess.edu.
Thursday, May 3, 12:30 p.m., James and Betty Hall Theatre, Dutchess Hall
Spring Choral Concert: The DCC Chorus and Madrigal Singers, under the direction of Dr. Laura Ramsey Russell, in a concert featuring Paul Winter’s Earth Mass,African American spirituals, spring madrigals, and songs by Samuel Barber. Admission is free. For information, contact Dr. Laura Ramsey Russell at (845) 431-8625 or email to lrussell@sunydutchess.edu. Note: The DCC Chorus will also perform the Earth Mass with the Christ Church Choir on Sunday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m., James and Betty Hall Theatre, Dutchess Hall.
Mid-Hudson Community Orchestra - Spring Concert: This College-Community ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Laura Ramsey Russell, presents a varied program of orchestral works including Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture,” “Jupiter” from The Planets by Gustav Holst, “Finale” from Stravinsky’s Firebird; and musical theater selections from Phantom of the Opera and Sound of Music. Admission is free. For information, contact Dr. Laura Ramsey Russell at (845) 431-8625 or email to lrussell@sunydutchess.edu.
Thursday, May 10, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Falcon Hall
College Night: Representatives from more than 160 colleges will be at Dutchess Community College for this free program presented by DCC in association with the Dutchess County Counseling Association. College Night is geared for high school juniors, seniors, and their parents; for college students who plan to transfer to other schools; for adult and non-traditional learners; and for high school counselors. For information, contact DCC’s Office of Admissions at (845) 431-8010.
Thursday, May 17, 2:00 p.m., George Strba Soccer Field
Honors Convocation: More than 100 awards and scholarships are presented to continuing and graduating students. Admission is free. Seating is limited. For information, contact the Office of Students Services and Enrollment at (845) 431-8970.
Thursday, May 17, 6:00 p.m., George Strba Soccer Field.
Dutchess Community College 48th Commencement: Admission is free. For information, contact the Office of Students Services and Enrollment at (845) 431-8970. Note: In case of inclement weather, Commencement exercises may be moved to Falcon Hall. Since seating in Falcon is limited, tickets (which are provided in each student’s graduation packet) would be required. For information, contact the Office of Students Services and Enrollment at (845) 431-8970.
Monday, May 21, 1:00 p.m., Silo Ridge Golf and Country Club, Amenia
DCC Foundation 18th Annual Golf Tournament in Memory of Jack Orcutt: The event features a barbecue lunch, beer and soft drinks served all day, plus cocktails, dinner, prizes, and a raffle drawing immediately following the tournament. Registration and lunch start at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit DCC student scholarships and other College needs. Fees are $150 per person or $600 per foursome. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For information, contact Diana Pollard in the Foundation Office at 845.431.8403 or email pollard@sunydutchess.edu
Wednesday, May 23, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.,
James and Betty Hall Theatre and Ritz Lounge, Dutchess Hall,
Taconic Region PTA Arts in Education Showcase: Short acts by Arts in Education providers for schools, youth groups, and libraries. Informational booths and displays by performers and artists-in-residence, and light refreshments. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. Performances run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration and admission are required. For information and registration, contact Sue Lesser at Arlington Central School District at (845) 486-4495, email slesser@acsdny.org.
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