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Reflections: The Early Years of Utica College



Dr. Virgil Crisafulli, author, signs copies of his book Reflections: The Early Years of Utica College. Dr. Virgil Crisafulli, author, signs copies of his book Reflections: The Early Years of Utica College.
Reflections: The Early Years of Utica College, is a personal reflection on the first years of the College - both its struggles and its victories.

Virgil Crisafulli, a member of the College's original faculty in 1946, recalls UC's modest beginnings on Oneida Square, when the College was established as a branch campus of Syracuse University, dedicated to meeting the needs of returning World War II veterans.

Illustrator: Robert Cimbalo
Cost: $15/book
NYS Sales Tax: $1.20/book
Shipping and Handling: $1.80/book
Dr. Crisafulli recounts the College's fledgling days, life in post-war upstate New York, poignant memories and friendships, and humorous recollections of Dean Winton Tolles.Reflections is a must-read for Utica College alumni, faculty and staff, students, and anyone with connections to the College.

To order, contact:


Attn: Barbara Friemann

Utica College Office of Institutional Advancement
1600 Burrstone Road
Utica, NY 13502-4892
Or call (315) 792-3219.

*Please specify if you would like an autographed copy.

The book is also available at the Utica College Barnes and Noble Bookstore and the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library.