Genesee Community College Honors May Employee and Student of the Month

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Michele Bokman, GCC Employee of the Month

BATAVIA, NY (05/27/2014)(readMedia)-- Genesee Community College is pleased to announce Michele Bokman has been named May 2014 Employee of the Month. Michele has worked at GCC for nine years. She is Director of Operations for the Albion and Medina Campus Centers and is also an adjunct instructor, having taught the Career and Education Planning course for the last six years.

In her role as director of operations, Michele oversees day-to-day activities at both of GCC's Orleans County campus centers. She handles everything from facility needs to course planning. "Her oversight of the day-to-day operations of both centers is extensive and involves every aspect of the operations," the College noted in naming her Employee of the Month. Michele's work is described as excellent. "Michele has a can-do attitude, and she sets a positive tone for staff and the students." Michele played an instrumental role in establishing the Orleans County Advisement Team. She also contributes to the college community through service on the joint advisory committee for the centers, the College Assessment Committee and on the All-advisor Committee.

Prior to GCC, Michele was the field support manager covering Albany and New York City for a large national property and casualty insurance company. She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Syracuse University in French Language and Culture and a Master's in Liberal Studies from The College at Brockport. She loves the "unique work environment" at GCC. "I have the privilege of working with a group of people who value teamwork, innovative thinking and challenge each other to be the best," she said.

Michele lives in Albion with her husband Brad and their four children, Natalie, Chelsea, Matt and Mitch. Outside the College she serves on the Orleans County Cornell Cooperative Extension board. She loves international travel and hopes to experience as many cultures as she can. "Water activities, snow skiing and a great book make me happy!"

Genesee Community College is also pleased to announce May graduate Michelle Nagle has been named the May 2014 Student of the Month. A native of Randolph, NY, Michelle is a 2012 graduate of Randolph High School. She chose GCC initially for the Fashion Merchandising and sales program, but changed her major to Tourism and Hospitality and became a vital part of that program.

Michelle, 19, was also a key player on the GCC women's volleyball team. She was the Western New York Athletic Conference Player of the Year in 2013 when she helped the Cougars capture their 18th consecutive Region III Division II title. She's been recognized on multiple occasions for her outstanding level of play, including as most valuable player.

Her commitment to academics was equally impressive. She received the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence, which recognizes students who best demonstrate the integration of academic excellence and extracurricular achievements. Instructors in the Tourism and Hospitality program describe her as "always one of the first to volunteer to assist in any way and she was a role model for her peers." Of the College Michelle said, "I enjoy the small class sizes and the teachers are friendly and caring." She spent her final semester completing an internship at Disney World in Florida.

Michelle plans to continue her education at Niagara University and dreams of one day becoming an event planner. She is the daughter of Tim and Loni Nagle and has two siblings, Travis and Jessica.

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Editor's Note:

A photograph of Michele Bokman is available here:

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A photograph of Michelle Nagle is available here:

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