Class Notes

Gerard Kiernan BT ’83 and his wife Kim Kiernan

Name: Gerard Kiernan

Class Year(s): 1983

Note: Congratulations to Gerard Kiernan BT ’83 and his wife Kim, on celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary in March. Time sure flies.

Submitted on: November 22, 2024

Name: Howard Hall

Class Year(s): 1972

Note: Howard Hall BFA ’72 became an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in both InDesign and Photoshop, while at U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the immediate office of the director. It was here that he created communication designs supporting public health emergency responses, including COVID-19 pandemic and Ebola epidemic.

Submitted on: November 21, 2024

Cover for new book, In Through the Side Door: Fifty Years of Women in Interaction Design

Name: Erin Malone

Class Year(s): 1994

Note: Erin Malone MFA ’94 has a new book, In Through the Side Door: Fifty Years of Women in Interaction Design. It was just released on October 15, 2024 by the MIT Press.

Submitted on: November 20, 2024

Name: Steve Knobler

Class Year(s): 1981

Note: Steve Knobler BS ’81 just celebrated the 15th anniversary of North Seattle Community Acupuncture in Seattle, Washington. After 20+ years as an engineer, Steve switched to Eastern Medicine with no regrets. Dr. Knobler stays busy with his career and writing novels (Community Acupuncturist Tales).

Submitted on: November 20, 2024

Name: Marie Massuh-Fox

Class Year(s): 2014

Note: Congratulations to Marie Chantal Massuh-Fox BFA ’14 on the feature film distribution accomplishments. The award-winning thriller ‘Thirst Trap’ was directed by Chantal and signed by Echelon Studios. Read about the award-winning thriller ‘Thirst Trap’ here: https://echelonstudios.us/press-release/echelon-studios-signs-award-winning-thriller-thirst-trap/. Watch Thirst Trap. It is currently available on Tubi.

Submitted on: November 15, 2024

Name: Justin Baum

Class Year(s): 2009

Note: Justin Baum BS ’09 was recently appointed Chief of Police at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Justin brings extensive experience and a deep commitment to public safety to his new role, where he oversees all security and law enforcement operations for the airport. He credited his success to his foundational roots in the RIT Criminal Justice Program.

Submitted on: October 30, 2024

Name: Rick Giammaria

Class Year(s): 1977

Note: Rick Giammaria BFA ’77, Senior Staff Photographer, is celebrating 35 years of working for Pepco. To celebrate his dedication and years of service, more than 50 of Rick’s photographs will be on display in the Pepco Edison Place Gallery in Washington D.C. through the end of 2024. The exhibit will feature a collection of Rick’s favorite photographs during his tenure, some never seen before by the public. The collection features several historical moments in Pepco and its sister company’s history, including crews responding to emergencies and other fascinating moments. An opening event on November 13 at 4 p.m. EST at the Pepco Edison Place Gallery will kick off the exhibit. If interested in attending, please RSVP via this link - https://tinyurl.com/35-Year-Retro.

Submitted on: October 29, 2024

Name: Lisa Kachigian

Class Year(s): 2003

Note: Lisa Kachigian BS ’03 and Joshua Doolin BS ’11 tied the knot on Oct 1, 2024 at the Cliffs of Moher in Doolin, County Clare Ireland, surrounded by family and many of their RIT friends. Josh and Lisa met at RIT and have been planning this event for twenty years!

Submitted on: October 26, 2024

Name: Edward Wolf

Class Year(s): 2009

Note: Edward Wolf BS ’09 and Elizabeth Ihidoy are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Eliza Amaia Ihidoy Wolf. Born 12/23, her Basque middle name ’Amaia’ symbolizes the end of the year and the completion of our family. Sisters Violet, Cora and Isobel are thrilled to have another future Tiger!

Submitted on: October 18, 2024

Name: Dina Johnson

Class Year(s): 2015

Note: Since attending RIT, Dina Johnson BS ’15 has been fortunate to advance to new heights. Dina recently graduated from the University of Rochester with a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is now working as a Mental Health Provider at St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center. In 2020, Dina founded a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization called Monroe County Family Coalition, where Dina served as Founder, President, and CEO. In addition, Dina is excited to announce the upcoming launch of a for-profit venture, DJ Collaboratives LLC, which will focus on mentoring young girls and adults across three age groups: 13-17, 18-21, and life skills development for ages 22-30. RIT paved the way for Dina to rise and continue in education, and Dina is incredibly grateful for the phenomenal mentors and professors who invested in Dina’s success. Thank you, RIT, for everything!

Submitted on: October 8, 2024