Assembly Resolution No. 763

BY: M. of A. McMahon

HONORING Dr. Vincent Arnone upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the New
York State Art Teachers Association on November
17-19, 2023

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and
character whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this
great State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Dr. Vincent Arnone upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the New York State Art Teachers Association at its 75th
Annual Conference on November 17-19, 2023; and

WHEREAS, The New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA) is a
non-profit professional organization founded in 1948 for the purpose of
advancing the cause of art education while promoting and advocating for
excellence in art education throughout New York State; and

WHEREAS, Longtime college professor Dr. Vincent Arnone was
recognized by this vital organization with a special citation award
honoring his years of teaching at what was then known as Buffalo State
College, as well as for his many years of unwavering service and
commitment to both NYSATA and art education; and

WHEREAS, A 1952 graduate of Buffalo State College with a Bachelor of
Science degree in Art Education, Vincent Arnone holds a Fine Arts
diploma from the Albright Art School and a Master's degree in Fine Arts
and Art Education from Columbia University Teachers College, as well as
a Doctoral degree in Education from the State University at Buffalo; and

WHEREAS, After two years of service as an Instructor and Curriculum
Coordinator with the United States Army, Dr. Vincent Arnone taught in
the Clarence School System from 1955-1963; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Vincent Arnone continued his illustrious career at what
is now Buffalo State University in 1963 as coordinator of student
teaching in the Art Education Division; three years later he became
acting all-college coordinator of Student Teaching; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, during this time, he consulted professionally,
especially in the area of evaluation and assessment systems for
measuring competence in teaching; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Vincent Arnone's research experience includes his
tenure at the Teacher Learning Center at Buffalo State University where
he implemented research in interdisciplinary teacher learning curriculum
from 1965-1971; and

WHEREAS, In 1973, he was appointed chairman of the Art Education
Department and under his leadership, enrollment peaked at 250 students,
the largest art education program in the United States at the time; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Vincent Arnone was then named Dean of the Faculty of
Arts and Humanities for the college, the esteemed position from which he
retired; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his vast accomplishments in higher
education, Dr. Vincent Arnone was consultant to the Buffalo Public
School System for its School of Visual and Performing Arts in 1976, and
assisted in program development and staff selection from 1977-78; he was
also on a team of consultants advising the Baltimore, Maryland City
Schools on program and curriculum for The School of Arts; and

WHEREAS, The proud recipient of numerous awards and accolades, Dr.
Vincent Arnone received honorable mention for the development of teacher
resource materials by the National American Association of Colleges for
Teacher Education; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, the late Bette
Pierce Arnone, and their four wonderful children, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many
achievements; and

WHEREAS, A significant contributor to education in New York State,
Dr. Vincent Arnone has continually demonstrated an impressive
dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for
the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered at
Buffalo State University and within educational institutions throughout
the nation; and

WHEREAS, After a renowned career which spanned several decades, Dr.
Vincent Arnone leaves behind a legacy to the countless students whose
lives he has touched, and to the residents of the Western New York
community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dr. Vincent Arnone upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the New York State Art Teachers Association on
November 17-19, 2023; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Dr. Vincent Arnone.