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Scranton, PA – August 13, 2009 – Austin Burke, President of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce was on hand at the College’s annual Board Appreciation Dinner to make a special presentation to Johnson College. Created for the College by Burke was a one of kind painting that captures a portion of campus in spring. “I wanted the painting to reflect the essence of the College; the view many of us are privileged to see as we drive along Main Avenue,” stated Burke. Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO of Johnson College, Jack Sweeney, outgoing board chairman and Don Kalina, incoming board chairman were all present to accept the painting on the College’s behalf.
The original painting will be housed at the College and smaller versions were presented to all board members as a thank you for their service to the board. Outgoing board chair Jack Sweeney also received a larger version of the painting for his time spent as board chair and his dedication to the College. Sweeney served twelve years as a board member, three of those as Board Chairman.
“It was great to be able to honor Jack with such a unique gift,” states Dr. Pipinski. “Everyone at the College is honored to have had Austin create this wonderful piece for us. I think it beautifully captures the Johnson College we all know and love and will serve as a wonderful memento for Jack and his family.”
From left to right: Donald Kalina, incoming board chairman; Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO of Johnson College; Austin Burke, President of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce; John P. Sweeney, Sr., outgoing board chairman