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Rohan Patrick: A Journey of Art, Leadership, and Community Commitment

Rohan Patrick, originally hailing from Brooklyn, New York, has carved a distinguished path in the fields of graphic design and illustration. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the State University of New York College at Fredonia and further honed his artistic expertise by pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in Communications Design with a Gifted at Talented certification at the University of Buffalo, followed by a Master of Arts in Illustration from Syracuse University.

Rohan’s career is a testament to his versatile application of artistic skills across various platforms. He has imparted his knowledge and experience as an educator at the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut, and SUNY Buffalo, teaching art, design, communications design, and computer art. His freelance portfolio includes work for prestigious clients such as Citibank/Citicorp, Jobson Publishing, Inc., Parade Publications, and Channell Communication, Inc. His professional journey includes roles such as Senior Graphic Designer at Columbia University, Publishing Design Manager at The Wall Street Transcript, Promotion Design Manager at Black Enterprise Magazine, and Special Publication Design Manager at Times-Herald Record. Rohan also established his own design and illustration business, [GiftedatPlay.com| Gifted at Play, LLC.]

Beyond his professional achievements, Rohan served in the Army Reserve and New York State National Guard until 2009, showcasing his dedication to service. In the fall of 2008, he returned to Fredonia from Monticello with his wife and two of his three children to become the new owner and manager of the historic White Inn. Rohan expressed his affection for Fredonia and his desire to embark on new adventures, stating, “I liked Fredonia and I don’t mind new adventures. I wanted to give back to an area that helped me when I was just starting out and establishing my identity.” His commitment to maintaining and enhancing the White Inn's tradition of excellence in hospitality reflects his deep connection to the community and its history.

During his time at Fredonia, Rohan was an active and influential member of the campus community. He served on the college judicial board, as a college ambassador, a resident assistant, and an orientation leader for incoming freshmen. He received EDP academic certificates and the Arthur O. Eve award. In his EDP exit interview, Rohan advised fellow students, “Don’t limit yourself and set high goals and ignore people with negative attitudes.” His dedication and leadership were lauded by L. Michael Dimitri, former Vice President for Student Affairs, who remarked on Rohan’s modesty and his significant contributions to the campus, attributing his success to his work ethic, motivation, and willingness to assume responsibility.

Seventeen years after his initial departure, the EDP staff at Fredonia proudly welcomed Rohan Patrick back to the area, recognizing him as a living embodiment of their program motto, “Going Above and Beyond.”