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On April 1, 2026, the Herkimer County Community College women’s soccer team partnered with OESJ Elementary to lead a physical activity session for students. The visit promoted healthy movement, teamwork, and problem-solving through group-based activities, creating a positive and engaging experience for participants.
Five members of the HCCC staff/faculty (Aileen Judd, Katie Stables, Jeff Steele, Amy Getman, Stephen Sydoriw), along with several volunteers from the Friends of Basloe Library and two Herkimer High School students, came together to help the Basloe Library prepare for its upcoming construction projects. We moved two entire collections of books (Teen and Genealogy) from their areas and relocated them to clear the way for renovations in those rooms. The former cafe area will be turned into a Teen room, and the former Genealogy room will be turned into two small study rooms.
In addition to moving the books, we also moved nine bookcases for the Genealogy collection, including moving all the genealogy books onto a cart, dusting all the shelves, moving each tall bookcase into the Washburn Room, and then reassembling the shelves and placing the books back in the correct order.
On March 6, 2026, Isabella Fasolo, Rosalie Sadallah, and Colleen Bentley-Ciccone volunteered with Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. to transform their meeting room into an organized, functional storage space for event materials. Over the course of four volunteer hours, the team sorted supplies into clearly labeled bins and relocated them to a designated storage area, making it easier for staff to access items for their frequent community events.
This project not only created a lasting impact by improving efficiency and reducing planning stress for the organization, but also provided a rewarding experience for the volunteers, who were grateful for the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in supporting the important work of hospice care in our community.
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Club hosted a Wellness Fair in the Cogar Gallery, engaging the campus community along with local guests, administrators, and board members. Led by Elizabeth Pogonowski, 16 student volunteers shared information on a variety of wellness topics, offering educational materials and take-home resources to support healthier lifestyles. Attendees also experienced hands-on services such as hand and back massages and paraffin treatments, allowing students to showcase the skills they’ve developed in their program. The event highlighted the importance of wellness in improving quality of life while demonstrating how physical therapy can support overall well-being, creating a meaningful, interactive experience for both participants and the community.