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All About the University of Michigan Telefund

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​With a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Rochester, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is an active volunteer at his church, Sacred Heart Cathedral in Rochester. Joseph Vessecchia volunteered at Saint Patrick's as a confirmation class teacher and spent some time helping at Holy Rosary Church Homeless Ministry.

Volunteering has the power to make an impactful difference in any given community. From working with children in a summer camp to helping out at a local food bank, there are many ways that volunteering can help your local community. This blog post will explore why volunteering is important and how to start.

Volunteering helps foster strong relationships among members of the same community by bringing people together with the same goals and interests. This is helpful for people who are new to the area or don't know anyone else there. It also helps to promote cooperation between different groups of people.

Research shows that volunteer work can help improve mental health by decreasing stress levels, increasing self-confidence, reducing symptoms of depression, and providing a sense of purpose. It also provides an opportunity for personal growth and development as you gain new skills and experiences while doing something meaningful for your community.

Many organizations rely on volunteers to provide services such as delivering meals or offering transportation for elderly or disabled individuals who may otherwise be unable to access these services. Additionally, volunteering can give people in need a sense of belonging as they meet other volunteers and become involved in something larger than themselves.

Volunteering can impact causes that matter most to you, preserving the environment, helping animals, supporting education initiatives, etc. By getting involved in your local communities, you can contribute time and money towards causes you believe in while making positive changes along the way.

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Making a Difference by Volunteering in Your Community

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​With a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Rochester, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is an active volunteer at his church, Sacred Heart...

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Lucien Morin Park’s Old Rifle Range Trail

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​A recent MBA graduate of the University of Rochester who still resides in Rochester, New York, Joseph “Joe” Vessecchia has a significant professional history in software sales. In his free…

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Some Hiking Spots in Rochester, New York

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Some Hiking Spots in Rochester, New York

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Joseph Vessecchia of Rochester, New York, served Quick Base as an account executive where he pioneered the company’s outbound sales strategies. Currently, Joe Vessecchia is enrolled in the master of business administration program of the University of Rochester’s Simon Business School. Outside his studies, Joseph Vessecchia loves to go hiking.

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Joseph Vessecchia of Rochester, New York, served Quick Base as an account executive where he pioneered the company's outbound sales strategies. Currently, Joe Vessecchia is enrolled in the master of business administration program of the University of Rochester's Simon Business School. Outside his studies, Joseph Vessecchia loves to go hiking.

It surprises many that Rochester is teeming with great hiking destinations, despite being an urban area. Many of the hiking trails offer breathtaking scenery. Here are three noteworthy hiking spots in Rochester.

1. Accessible from Glen Road just east of Interstate 490, Corbett's Glen Nature Park has a 2-mile wood chip trail that offers beautiful vistas and eventually leads to a series of waterfalls that cascade down to a stony creek bed.

2. Located at 403 Whiting Road, Whiting Road Nature Preserve has 3.5 miles of multi-use trails for hikers, runners, and bikers. The trails here are color-coded to guide the visitors on each trail's level of difficulty.

3. The Oatka Creek Park, a 461-acre county park, has six miles of flat trails that go through meadows and forests that lead to the Oatka Creek. There is a concrete bridge that offers a stunning view of the creek. During the summertime, Oatka Creek Park welcomes anglers looking for good trout fishing spots.

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Some Hiking Spots in Rochester, New York

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Joseph Vessecchia of Rochester, New York, served Quick Base as an account executive where he pioneered the company's outbound sales strategies. Currently, Joe Vessecchia is enrolled in the master of business administration program of the University of Rochester's Simon Business School. Outside his studies, Joseph Vessecchia loves to go hiking.

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Kwity Paye the First of 8 Michigan Players Selected in 2021 NFL Draft

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Kwity Paye the First of 8 Michigan Players Selected in 2021 NFL Draft

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A graduate student at the University of Rochester, Joseph “Joe” Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA in finance after having spent five years in software sales for companies including Oracle and Quick Base. Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Michigan and remained a fan of the school’s football team.

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A graduate student at the University of Rochester, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA in finance after having spent five years in software sales for companies including Oracle and Quick Base. Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan and remained a fan of the school's football team.

Eight players on the 2020 University of Michigan Wolverines football team will have a chance to play in the National Football League (NFL) next season after being selected in the seven-round 2021 NFL Draft. Selected 21st overall in the first round, defensive end Kwity Paye was the first Wolverine off the board. A 6-foot-2, 261-pound defensive lineman, Paye spent four seasons at Michigan and accumulated 97 tackles, 23.5 of which were for a loss of yards and 11.5 quarterback sacks.

Offensive lineman Jalen Mayfield was the second Wolverine drafted. The Atlanta Falcons selected the 6-foot-5, 320-pound lineman with pick No. 68 in the third round. Wide receiver Nico Collins and cornerback Ambry Thomas were also selected in the third round by the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers. Both players last played in 2019. Collins registered 729 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in 12 games that season, while Thomas managed 38 tackles, three interceptions, and two fumble recoveries.

Linebacker Cameron McGrone (New England Patriots), fullback Ben Mason (Baltimore Ravens), running back Chris Evans (Cincinnati Bengals), and long snapper Camaron Cheeseman (Washington Football Team) were also selected in the draft.

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Kwity Paye the First of 8 Michigan Players Selected in 2021 NFL Draft

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A graduate student at the University of Rochester, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA in finance after having spent five years in software sales for companies including Oracle and Quick Base. Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan and remained a fan of the school's football team.

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Cade McNamara Named Michigan Starting QB for 2021

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Cade McNamara Named Michigan Starting QB for 2021

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Joseph “Joe” Vessecchia is a finance MBA candidate at the University of Rochester who previously spent 5 years in the software sales space. Prior to that, Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Michigan. He enjoys following the school’s football team in his free time.

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Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is a finance MBA candidate at the University of Rochester who previously spent 5 years in the software sales space. Prior to that, Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan. He enjoys following the school's football team in his free time.

Under head coach Jim Harbaugh, the quarterback position at Michigan has typically been up for grabs until the start of the season. However, new quarterbacks coach Matt Weiss suggested that Cade McNamara has already won the position. Appearing on the In The Trenches podcast in April, Weiss said McNamara is "extremely valuable to our team" and is "our starter." He also said he believes McNamara will play for a decade in the NFL.

A 6-foot-1, 205-pound junior from Reno, Nevada, McNamara started for the first time as a sophomore in 2020. He completed 43 of 71 pass attempts in four games and recorded five passing touchdowns, in addition to one rushing touchdown. He was co-offensive player of the week in November 2020 after a four-touchdown performance against Rutgers.

McNamara's backup is five-star true freshman J.J. McCarthy. The 18-year-old IMG Academy alumnus was the fourth-ranked quarterback in the 2021 recruiting class.

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Cade McNamara Named Michigan Starting QB for 2021

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Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is a finance MBA candidate at the University of Rochester who previously spent 5 years in the software sales space. Prior to that, Joseph Vessecchia earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Michigan. He enjoys following the school's football team in his free time.

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The Old Rifle Range Trail in Lucien Morin Park

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The Old Rifle Range Trail in Lucien Morin Park

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A seasoned sales executive, Joseph “Joe” Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York. Joseph Vessecchia counts hiking as one of his favorite hobbies.

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A seasoned sales executive, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York. Joseph Vessecchia counts hiking as one of his favorite hobbies.

According to the independent hiking resource All Trials, the top hike within Rochester city limits is the Old Rifle Range Trail in Lucien Morin Park. A roundtrip loop that stretches 3.1 miles, this moderately difficult trail takes roughly an hour-and-a-half for the average hiker to complete.

Positioned at the north side of Ellison Park and the southernmost point of Irondequoit Bay, Lucien Morin Park is a wetland nature area that is popular among paddlers and hikers alike. It is also a renowned birdwatching destination.

The Old Rifle Range Trail offers ample places to spot birds and other forms of wildlife. It also provides scenic views of Irondequoit Creek, which terminates in Irondequoit Bay. The Old Rifle Range Trail takes hikers through several natural environments from lakeside to wetland.

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The Old Rifle Range Trail in Lucien Morin Park

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A seasoned sales executive, Joseph "Joe" Vessecchia is pursuing an MBA at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York. Joseph Vessecchia counts hiking as one of his favorite hobbies. According to the independent hiking resource All Trials, the top hike within Rochester city limits is the Old Rifle Range Trail in Lucien Morin Park....

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The Mental Health and Physical Benefits of Hiking

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The Mental Health and Physical Benefits of Hiking

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Joseph Vessecchia graduated with an MBA in finance from the University of Rochester in May 2021. He previously worked as an account executive with Quick Base Cambridge, where he was responsible for selling Quick Base software. Joseph Vessecchia enjoys the outdoors, and likes to hike as a hobby.

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Joseph Vessecchia graduated with an MBA in finance from the University of Rochester in May 2021. He previously worked as an account executive with Quick Base Cambridge, where he was responsible for selling Quick Base software. Joseph Vessecchia enjoys the outdoors, and likes to hike as a hobby.

Research links a sedentary lifestyle with many negative health outcomes, and hiking is one way of overcoming that.

Hiking improves cardiovascular fitness, particularly if you take routes that force your heart to exert itself more such as hills or uneven surface trails. No matter the trail, hiking is an excellent whole-body workout. Hiking is a natural way of engaging your core torso muscles and hone your balancing skills.

Besides the physical benefits, spending time outdoors improves your sensory perception as it opens up your senses. Taking in the smells, sights, and nature comes with many health benefits. Spending time hiking in parks, nature preserves, and woodlands may ease your stress and anxiety levels.

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The Mental Health and Physical Benefits of Hiking

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Joseph Vessecchia graduated with an MBA in finance from the University of Rochester in May 2021. He previously worked as an account executive with Quick Base Cambridge, where he was responsible for selling Quick Base software. Joseph Vessecchia enjoys the outdoors, and likes to hike as a hobby.