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THE PRESIDENT’S AWARDS CEREMONY Friday, March 23, 2018 • The Madison Theatre at Molloy College • Public Square Mission Statement Molloy College, an independent, Catholic college rooted in the Dominican tradition of study, spirituality, service, and community, is committed to academic excellence with respect for each person. Through transformative education, Molloy promotes a lifelong search for truth and the development of ethical leadership. MOLLOY COLLEGE MEDALS The Dominican Service Award This award is presented by the College to a person who exemplifies the mission and values of Molloy College and the Founding Sisters of St. Dominic, including a commitment to the four pillars of Dominican Life: study, spirituality, service, and community. The recipient is a person who contributes greatly to the quality of life at Molloy College. The Distinguished Service Medal This medal is awarded to those Molloy College administrators, staff and faculty who, through sustained efforts over a significant length of time, have made outstanding contributions in their professional fields. In so doing, they have helped Molloy College to grow in wisdom and strength so that it remains a thriving and leading institution of higher learning on Long Island. The Caritas Medal This medal is awarded by the College to those persons who have contributed generously of their time and talents to their communities. By their outreach, they have lent their voices to the voiceless, their knowledge to the uneducated, and their strength to those in need. The St. Catherine of Siena Professional Service Medal This medal is awarded to women who have made a significant contribution to their professions or in public service to their communities. The President’s Medal This medal is the highest tribute Molloy College can bestow on an individual. The recipient is a person who, through, diligence, creativity, selfless concern, and hard-earnedskills, has gained the respect of colleagues by making outstanding contributions to higher education that have improved the quality and character of Molloy College. PROGRAM Master of Ceremonies Diane K. Fornieri, B.S. '13 Chief of Staff and Secretary to the Board of Trustees Invocation Catherine Tully Muscente, B.A., '02, M.B.A., '08 Vice President for Mission and Ministry Presentation of Awards Drew Bogner, Ph.D. President Ten Year Service Awards Twenty Year Service Awards Twenty-Five Year Service Awards Thirty Year Service Awards Forty Year Service Award Fifty Year Service Awards Dominican Service Medal Distinguished Service Medals Caritas Medal St. Catherine of Siena Medal President’s Medal Reception to follow in Quealy Hall, Wilbur Arts Building 10 YEARS Susan Alimonti, M.A., M.Phil., CCC-SLP, TSHH Susan Alimonti, Associate Dean for Graduate Education in the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department, earned a Bachelor’s degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Cortland, a Master’s degree from Long Island University and a Master of Philosophy degree from The Graduate Center at the City University of New York (CUNY). Currently, Susan is enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the CUNY Graduate Center. The first Speech, Language and Hearing Center Director for Molloy’s Speech Center, Susan is captain of the Autism Speaks Walk Team and has helped Molloy College earn the College of Excellence Award for our commitment to this important initiative. With her wonderful spirit, Susan takes her students twice each year on a Mission trip to Jamaica as part of the Inter-Professional Education program. The students report that this trip is life-changing. As a leader, and an inspiration to future Speech Language Pathologists, we would like to congratulate Susan on her first decade of service to Molloy College. Josephine Cracchiolo Josephine Cracchiolo, Office Secretary in the Division of Technology and Institutional Effectiveness, began her career at Molloy in 2007 as secretary to Vincent Ventura, Director of Management Information Systems. In her current role, Josephine manages the majority of the purchase requisitions and payment authorizations for the Information Technology Department. As the go-to person regarding discrepancies on invoices and quotes, Josephine is relied upon to reconcile and correct any errors. Prior to joining Molloy, Josephine worked at Chase Bank for several years. A devoted mom to two sons, Gianni & Roberto, she is also the proud grandmother to two granddaughters, Luciana and Milania, and one grandson, Marcello. Happily married to her husband, Rosolino, for 38 years, Josephine shares her passion for cooking with her family and friends. Congratulations and thank you, Josephine, for ten years of devoted service to Molloy College. Clarice Curry, M.A., LCSW Clarice Curry, Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies, earned a Master’s degree from the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception and a post-master’s certificate in spirituality from Fordham University. Clarice teaches several different courses in our CORE program and has taught as an adjunct at St. John’s University since 2006. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clarice served as a social worker and bereavement coordinator at Good Shepherd Hospice until her retirement in 2012. Clarice has volunteered and ran programs for women for many years and currently serves as president of the board of directors of Bethany House of Nassau County, a shelter for homeless women and children. Clarice grew up in Rockville Centre and remembers watching as Molloy College was being built. Among her many personal achievements, she is most proud of her two children and four grandchildren. Congratulations, Clarice, and thank you for ten years of service to Molloy. Margaret DeLima, M.F.A., M.S.Ed. Margaret DeLima, Adjunct Instructor in the Art Department, earned an M.F.A. in Interdisciplinary Art from Goddard College and an M.S.Ed. in Secondary Education from Dowling College. Margaret initially joined Molloy to teach various art history courses, but this only tapped part of her educational skills. When the need arose for a three dimensional design instructor, Margaret rolled up her sleeves, and for many years was our ceramics and sculpture specialist. More recently, Margaret has expanded her wings to take on a variety of courses such as Color Theory/Advanced Design, Art and Healing and Contemporary Art History. In her free time, Margaret can be found in foreign locations such as Ireland, Italy, Austria and Easter Island as both a valued chaperone and instructor in Molloy's Global Learning program. The world is Margaret’s oyster, and we are proud that she is an outstanding pearl in the roster of Molloy’s Art Department. Congratulations, Margaret. 4 10 YEARS Michael Dombo, B.S.,'04, M.S. Michael Dombo, Assistant Men’s and Women’s Soccer Coach, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Molloy, and a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Loughborough University in England. While earning his degree at Molloy, Michael was a four-year member of the men’s soccer and cross- country teams and served as a student-athletic trainer for three years. He returned home to Molloy as a member of the athletic training staff, eventually becoming an Assistant Coach. While a member of the men’s and women’s coaching staff, Michael has helped guide the Lions to 111 wins and 51 All-Conference selections. A Lynbrook native, Michael also currently works as a firefighter with the FDNY. Thank you, Michael, for your dedication to Molloy College. Maria Esposito, B.A.'96, Ed.D. Dr. Maria Esposito, Assistant Professor in the Division of Education, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Education from Molloy College in 1996, a Master’s degree from New York University, and both a Professional Diploma and an Ed.D. from Dowling College. Dr. Esposito teaches educational technology courses in both undergraduate and graduate education programs. She contributed to the development of a proposal for a Master’s degree in Educational Technology and serves as Co-Coordinator of Technology for the Division of Education. Dr. Esposito has offered many workshops on technology to Molloy faculty as well as teachers from the Diocese of Rockville Centre. She received the Faculty Recognition Award for Graduate Education in 2013 and is also moderator of the Education Club. Dr. Esposito is married to Anthony, also a Molloy alum, and she is the proud mother of six boys and one girl. Thank you and congratulations, Dr. Esposito, for your ten years of service to Molloy. Jodi Evans, B.S.'90, Ph.D. Dr. Jodi Evans, Associate Professor of Biology, earned a B.S. degree from Molloy College, an M.S. degree from the University of Nevada, and a Ph.D. from St. John’s University. Dr. Evans has been an invaluable member of the Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Studies Department. Those of us who know Dr. Evans are very much aware that she is a role model for her students and to the greater scientific community. Her ability to connect and mentor future biologists is in her “DNA.” Most importantly, she has become the leader of the BCES Research Initiative, which provides the opportunity for our Biology majors to participate in original research under the guidance of faculty mentors. This initiative has had an immensely positive impact on our students in helping them to reach their career aspirations. Dr. Evans is also a valued contributor to many of the activities undertaken by the College, including faculty council, exemplifying what it truly means to “give back.” Congratulations, Dr. Evans. Veronica Feeg, Ph.D., RN Dr. Veronica Feeg, Associate Dean and Director of the Doctoral Program in Nursing, earned a B.S.N. from Villanova University, an M.A. in Child/Family Nursing from New York University, and a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University.