4 | THELAKER Common themes arose as FLCC celebrated the work of alumni and friends of the College this fall. As the rst to accept an award, Hunter Brignall ’21 began telling a familiar story. ose who followed him added their own anecdotes about the power of education and self-discovery. In fact, several of the honorees at the annual Alumni and Foundation Awards Celebration in September started their educational journey in similar circumstances. “In high school, I wasn’t the best student academically. I got denied from virtually every school I applied to, leading me to FLCC,” said Hunter, a decorated runner and one of four to join the College’s Athletic Hall of Fame. “It was a blessing in disguise as it led me to the path where I am now. And I couldn’t be more thankful.” THE PERSONAL STORIES THAT BUILD A LEGACY alumni & foundation awards Jason Flack ’92 accepts the Outstanding Art Alumni Achievement Award during a ceremony at the main campus on Sept. 26. Inspired by his FLCC instructors, Jason is now teaching at Monroe Community College, where he was recognized with the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Hunter Brignall ’21 poses with family after his induction into the Athletic Hall of Fame. A standout cross country runner at FLCC and SUNY Cortland, he now teaches physical education in the Geneva City School District and coaches cross country. PHOTOS BY KRIS DREESSEN
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