Five people stand smiling in front of several flags at Mohawk Valley Community College during a recognition event. Each person wears a white boutonniere, suggesting they are being honored.

The Mohawk Valley Community College Foundation inducted four new members into the MVCC Hall of Fame during a ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025.

This year’s inductees, pictured above with MVCC President Randall VanWagoner, are:

  • Vice President Emerita Stephanie C. Reynolds
  • Distinguished Retiree Donna Felitto
  • MVCC alumnus Rick Short ’81
  • Professor Emeritus and MVCC alum Jim Fiore ’77 

The MVCC Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have embraced community, modeled the way, inspired confidence, and encouraged excellence at MVCC. Selections are also based on business or professional achievements or awards, leadership service to the local community, personal achievements, leadership support and involvement at MVCC, significant contributions to MVCC athletics, and any other appropriate qualifications.

Read more about each inductee.