"I received a great education from MCLA that laid the groundwork for me to succeed at law school. I use the skills I learned at MCLA, especially in the area of research and writing, on a daily basis and still speak with many of my former professors. It is not every school where you can create such a lasting bond with the professors and community. The strong community bond found at MCLA was a factor in my husband (Scott Lord ’98) and my decision to attend MCLA and our desire to remain involved with MCLA after graduation."
Buffy D. Lord ’98 Attorney, Donovan & O’Connor, LLP
News & Press Releases
Sept. 11, 2008
NORTH ADAMS, MA – On Monday, Sept. 15, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) will honor John Barrett III ’69 at its 12th annual Golf Classic, at Waubeeka Golf Links in Williamstown.
Mayor Barrett has been a strong supporter of the both the college and this event, which he has participated in and supported for many years.
Barrett received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in education from the college. He also received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree in 2000.
As an alumnus of the college, Barrett is an integral part of our campus community and attends a number of events on campus. Every year, he attends MCLA’s opening breakfast to personally welcome back faculty and staff. As an avid golfer, he plays in this event every year, encouraging local businesses to come together in support of MCLA’s Athletics Program.
As mayor, he has overseen many projects to improve the city’s recreational facilities, improving and providing playing surfaces for athletes of all ages throughout the city. Projects include the Noel Field Complex, the Alcombright and Greylock Field Complex and the Vietnam Veterans’ Skating Rink.
The annual golf tournament brings together area businesses and community members in support of MCLA’s Athletic Program. A barbecue lunch begins the day at 11 a.m. The event commences with a shotgun start at noon; prizes for winners will be awarded at a banquet following the tournament. There also will be a raffle and silent auction with prizes generously donated by area businesses, community members and MCLA alumni.
MCLA would like to thank Time Warner Cable, this year’s President’s Club Title Sponsor, for their generosity. In addition, other sponsors include Covidien; Follett Higher Education Group; Coakley, Peirpan, Dolan, and Collins; Adams Co-Operative Bank; Aramark; Arrow Press; Berkshire Direct; Greylock Federal Credit Union; HESS; Hoosac Bank; Kappa Delta Phi Fraternity; Kelly's Package Store; Petricca Industries, Inc.; South Adams Savings Bank; True North Financial Services; Alton and Westall Agency; Liberty Mutual; O'Connor & Drew, P.C.; ADVIA Communications; Air-Tite Holders, Inc.; Becks Printing; Berkshire Bank; Berkshire Gas; Senator Benjamin Downing; Hillcrest Educational Centers; Legacy Banks; MacFarlane Office Products; Maxymillian Technologies, Inc.; Jim Canavan for Northern Berkshire United Way; Kevin Plankey '88; Plimpton and Hills; Quality Printing Company Inc.; Scott and Valerie Nichols; Smith, Watson & Company, LLP; Souliere and Zepka Construction, Inc.; Stanley's Lumber and Building Supplies, Inc.; Vallone's Automotive; and Smith Brothers-McAndrews Insurance Agency.
For more information, go to www.mcla.edu/Alumni/Alumni_Events/Golf_Classic/ . In addition, sponsorship information can be found on [ http://www.mcla.edu ]www.mcla.edu , or call the MCLA Advancement Office at 413-662-5224.
