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The other bald guy: Saying goodbye to our friend Ben |
The time has come for us to once again say farewell to someone who has played an important role in our lives and whose journey here at Columbia will come to an end with his graduation this month.
It is difficult to put into words what this person has done for us and this newspaper; nevertheless, we’d like to take a moment to spotlight what this person has done.
Benjamin Trecroci, in his three semesters here, has been instrumental in transforming the Chronicle from the butt of many jokes to a respected, award-winning newspaper that has won the praise of both students and faculty at Columbia, as well as many Columbia alumni.
Defying conventional wisdom, Trecroci became the Chronicle’s managing editor immediately after he was hired in May 1998. The following semester, he accepted a promotion to executive editor, and helped create the bridge between graduating seniors and the rookies that would become their replacements.
This past semester, Trecroci has stepped down his managerial duties to do what he loves best: cover the world of sports, specifically wrestling (and yes, wrestling is a sport). His bi-weekly “Chair Shots” has become a part of his identity here at the Chronicle, and even if he should find someone worthy of replacing him–read his casting call on the back page, if you’re courageous enough–“Chair Shots” will always be associated with the man who made it happen.
Trecroci’s trophy case includes an honorable mention for best non-sports column of 1998 from the Illinois College Press Association.
Benjamin Trecroci was (and is; he’s not dead yet, after all) a true original and an essential ingredient of the Chronicle’s successful turnaround. The staff at the Chronicle would like to wish him the very best, and remind him that he needs to get a real job now. Good luck, Ben. |
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