My husband, Matthew Jenkins ’96, and I have been following the story of the retirement of Dean Arthur Ostrander (ICView 2008/2).

During our time as students in the School of Music, Dean Ostrander was a visible and vital part of everyday life in [what was then] Ford...

The longtime School of Music leader leaves a vigorous program.  By Karin Fleming ’09

Years before the James J. Whalen Center for Music became a reality, music dean Arthur Ostrander was working to make it one. Facilities in Ford Hall had become cramped and...

As this big retirement year is in full swing, I do not want to miss the opportunity to thank the dean of the School of Music. Not only did he make my Ithaca College experience possible—and rewarding—but he has shaped many aspects of my life through teaching me and by setting wonderful examples....