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Passing of Ron DellaPorta


MCC lost one of our own last weekend. Senior Network Specialist Ron DellaPorta was a valued colleague and a gifted technician.

Ron joined MCC in 1996 as a computer support professional. A proud MCC alumnus and former adjunct lecturer who earned his associate's degree in Computer Technology in 1999, Ron worked behind the scenes determining and developing solutions to make college systems and networks more efficient.

Over the years, Ron worked the technical help line, helped launch MCC's Banner system, trained employees in systems' use and helped develop the MyVPN service that provides external access to internal computing resources. He was a member of MCC's Project VISION team--Voice and Information System Integrated Online Network--that was recognized with the 2007 New York State FORUM Technical Implementation Award.

Ron was responsible for the delivery of data across the college's network. He implemented and maintained the VoIP phone system and managed the central firewall. His ability to master new technologies was highly regarded and his work ethic deeply appreciated.

When details regarding services become available, we will share them via the MCC Daily Tribune.

Anne M. Kress
Office of the President
08/16/2016