Cou n ty Col l e g e of Mor r i s

Alumni Sp r i n g 2008 Advocate

Joe Vitale Joins CCM as Executive Director of College Advancement and Planning By Mary Ann Kiczek

In his words, “Having worked in a num- fundraising more challenging. We must J oseph Vitale has been aware of ber of allied fields – writing, reporting, explore new ways to attract and retain CCM’s excellent reputation and good public relations, advertising, marketing, donors,” he acknowledged, adding, works for many years – both as a long- and fundraising, I find myself employ- “But having 38,000 alumni, who ‘start- time county resident and in his work as ing elements of my background and di- ed right’ at CCM, is a great beginning.” CEO of Saint Clare’s Hospital Founda- verse experience to make our marketing and fundraising efforts more effective, tion. But it wasn’t until he joined the tends Notre Dame Law School. He’s an efficient, and strategic.” Learning about college in February 2008 that he got a avid reader, a movie buff, and a writer what makes Vitale “tick” first-hand look at what he now describes with a recently completed novel and as a “vibrant, active and forward-moving Vitale has a BA degree from Rutgers four plays to his credit. Vitale loves to organization filled with entrepreneurial Taking CCM to new levels University, where he graduated magna ski, “dabbles” in golf, and cites family, spirit.” in marketing and fundraising cum laude. He has a master’s degree in friends and associates, and his commu- On the marketing side, Vitale’s goals journalism from Columbia University nity as the things that are most dear to him. Wearing many hats include updating the look and func- and a master’s degree in liberal stud- tionality of the school’s website to in- ies from the New School for Social Re- In his new role as executive director clude greater ease of navigation, more search. Vitale has worked as a newspa- Reflecting back, of college advancement and planning extensive information, and increased per reporter and a magazine editor. He and vice president of the foundation at interactivity, including the ability to pay joined the Marcus Group, one of the looking ahead college bills and make donations online state’s largest advertising, crisis manage- County College of Morris, Vitale, who Vitale is honored to be part of the team with a credit card. ment, and public relations firms, be- now heads the college’s fundraising, at CCM. In commenting on the col- marketing, alumni affairs, and strategic fore being named executive director of To take CCM fundraising to the next lege’s past and future, he said, “CCM functions, succeeds Dr. Joseph Nazzaro. the Governor’s Council for a Drug Free level, his plan is to focus on individual is a place filled with tradition and in- Vitale expects that his 30 years of experi- Workplace, a public-private partnership giving, particularly among alumni, and novation. Coming to CCM during the ence in marketing and fundraising and aimed at reducing substance abuse on to introduce planned giving through school’s 40th anniversary year is excit- his background in communications will the job, in 1993. charitable trusts and charitable gift an- ing – a time to look back and to look work hand-in-hand to inspire loyalty, nuities. “The growing number of charity Vitale and his wife of 29 years, Barbara, forward to the ‘Fifth Decade of Excel- interest, and excitement among current and nonprofit organizations is making live in Denville. Their daughter, Kate, at- lence.” and potential donors.

Twenty-First Annual Scholarship Gala Honors Nine of CCM’s Best By Barbara Capsouras

N ine County College of Morris graduates were hon- ored at the 21st Annual Scholarship Gala held on April 18, 2008 at The Villa at Mountain Lakes. The event recog- nized the winners for their outstanding personal achieve- ment, community service, and commitment to the Alumni Association. The inductees will have their names inscribed on the Alumni Wall of Fame. To read their com- plete profiles, visit www.ccm.edu/alum/alumni.shtml

Honored CCM graduates pose with college officials at the Continued on page 6 . . . Scholarship Gala held in April.

Alumni Scholarships...... 7 Inside: Nurses 20th Reunion...... 3 Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis...... 7 CCM Foundation...... 2 Graduate Updates...... 4 CCM’s 40th Anniversary...... 8 CCM Winner’s Circle...... 3 CCM Sports Highlights...... 5 Campus Events...... 8 From the Director CCM Alumni Vol. XXXIV, No. 1 Advocate he 75th Anniversary Radio City Christmas show was definitely spectacular! Upon walking into T The CCM Alumni Advocate is published the lobby of Radio City and looking up to see the breathtaking view of a crystal Christmas tree-shaped by the County College of Morris, chandelier, it was clearly evident that this was a special milestone in this landmark venue’s history. Randolph, N.J. 07869. There is nothing like New York City at Christmastime. Rounding the corner on 50th Street at Rockefell- er Center to view the Swarovski crystal-topped tree, sparkling with thousands of colored lights, is al- The Alumni Office is located in ways an awesome sight to behold. Henderson Hall, Room 211 and is open Monday through Friday, While the 2005 CCM cruise to Halifax was an outstanding success, the cruise to Bermuda planned for this June, did not seem 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to generate the same interest. Unfortunately, it had to be cancelled. We do hope to plan and offer other travel excursions in the future, and any input on destination ideas are welcome!

The CCM Alumni Association Advisory Board needs you! We have some exciting activities Co-Editors: planned for the upcoming academic year, 2008-2009, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the college. Your help is needed to make these activities a success. Consider joining the Barbara Capsouras, ‘82 Director of Alumni Relations board to become involved in planning and organizing these events. If you are from that first year of 1968, your insight and ideas are requested. (See page 8 for more informa- Mary Ann Kiczek, tion.) Your participation is also important. Contact your former classmates and join in MAK Communications the events that will be listed on the CCM website in the fall. Check out the list of lost alumni that will be posted on the website and let us know where they are so they don’t miss out on the celebrations! Sports Writer: The CCM pool now has a variety of aquatics activities available for members of the com- Brendan Kuty, ‘07 munity. This spring a community swim was introduced and beginner, intermediate and advanced swim classes were offered. A master swim class focused on triathlon training, and a class introducing water skills was geared towards one- to three-year-olds.. To check the schedule of activities Design and Layout: or to obtain additional information, visit the Aquatics Swim Clinics under Athletics Camps and Clinics on the Gina Garcia CCM website. We will once again be venturing to Atlantic City for our June bus trip. Join us for a day of fun, sun, shopping, Circulation 25,000 and of course, casino hopping as we head for Trump Plaza on the boardwalk. Let the luck be with you!

Barbara Capsouras ‘82 2003 and 2006 Bronze Award Alumni Director winner from the National Council for Marketing and [email protected] Public Relations.

Change Is Keyword for CCM Foundation By Barbara Capsouras

donor, an individual, or an occa- The County College of Morris Foundation has sion (an anniversary, graduation, seen a variety of changes in this past academic year. retirement etc.) or memorialize a Long-time leader, Dr. Joseph P. Nazzaro, retired, and loved one. Each “adopted” chair the new Vice-President of the CCM Foundation, Joseph will help to enhance the Auditori- Vitale, has come on board and is charging forward. um while it will remain as a perma- The Foundation Board of Directors also saw some key nent and special tribute or memo- members move on. New faces will take their places on rial. It will also serve as an enduring the board soon. The Special Events Coordinator, who reminder of the donor’s loyalty to handles the logistics for all Foundation events, left to and support of the County College become a full–time mother. Her replacement, Jennifer of Morris. To celebrate those who Ruud, has jumped in and faced snow closings and is participated in the inaugural year enthusiastically preparing for upcoming events. The of this program, a champagne re- Foundation Scholarship Reception, usually held in the ception was held on April 4, 2008. spring, was changed to December 2007. All attendees were invited as guests to that evening’s CCM Performing The CCM Foundation, under the auspices of Develop- Arts production of “Kiss Me, Kate,” Rose Cofone, Joe Vitale, and Jennifer Ruud attended the champagne recep- ment Director Rose Cofone, announced a special new and had the opportunity to sit in tion to celebrate with those who were among the first to Adopt-A-Chair. Campaign to allow donors to permanently Adopt-A- the chairs displaying their engraved Chair in the newly refurbished Dragonetti Auditorium plaques. to Warnock Automotive, and Saturn provided a Vue, in the Student Center. This will create a lasting trib- both of which were on display at designated holes for ute to the performing and cultural arts programs at The CCM Foundation Dean A. Gallo Memorial Golf the participants to try their luck hitting a hole-in-one. the County College of Morris. Donors may choose to Outing was held at Picatinny Arsenal on September There were some close calls, but no golfer left with a name an individual seat, two seats, or more — even 20, 2007. Although the clubhouse was under construc- new car. The 2008 golf outing this September will be a row of seats. Each adopted chair will permanently tion, the dinner at the Cannon Gates Catering Center held at a new venue, the beautiful Knoll Country Club display a plaque that can be inscribed to recognize the was wonderful. A Dodge Nitro was available, thanks in Parsippany.

Grab your Clubs and Support the CCM Foundation Round up your foursome and join us for a spectacular day of golf at the annual County College of Morris Foundation Dean A. Gallo Memorial golf outing on Monday, September 15, 2008 at The Knoll West Country Club in Parsippany, New Jersey. The Knoll West, established in 1929, has an 18-hole champion course designed by Charles H. Banks. The par 70 course, situated on 360 beautiful wooded acres, is one of the finest in the state. The entry fee entitles you to 18 holes of golf (with cart), along with lunch, beverages and snacks throughout the day, dinner, and prizes. If you can’t join us, there are many ways to participate – as hole sponsors, prize donors, or volunteers. Last year’s event raised more than $10,00 for scholarships. For more information, contact the CCM Foundation at 973-328-5060.

2 Entrepreneur Glenn Marthens Is a Friend to the Environment By Mary Ann Kiczek

need to take into consideration things like who needs W hen it comes to talking about his business, to communicate with whom and how far you want Glenn Marthens tends to focus on what his company people to walk to the copy machine,” Marthens said. CCM Winner’s Circle does, rather than on what it sells. “We like to say that In addition to helping his clients save time, Marthens what we do is improve the productivity of an office likes to help them save money and the environment. and enhance the company’s corporate image, and we His clients can choose new or good quality pre-owned CCM provided the foundation make every effort to do it in an environmentally sound furniture, or a combination of both. He is an avid manner” said Marthens, owner and President of Mil- recycler, who is involved in LEED (Leadership in En- Marthens was considering enlisting in the military, but ton Terry Associates in Oak Ridge, New Jersey. ergy and Environmental Design), an ecology-oriented a last minute decision landed him at CCM.” I wasn’t much of a student in high school, and when I started Marthens started out in the business in 1981, working building certification program run under the auspices at County, I needed to take some remedial courses. part-time while he was a student at County College of of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Mar- In fact, one of the best classes I ever had was a reme- Morris. After graduation from Richard Stockton Col- thens shares LEED’s commitment to providing high- dial course that taught you lege of New Jersey, he was offered a full time job with performance green how to study and prepare the company. Several years later, in 1986, he purchased interiors that are for class and tests. I have the company and ever since, he’s been designing office healthy, productive “What we do is improve the been implementing the interiors for companies. places to work, are less costly to operate productivity of an office and techniques ever since. The and maintain, and more motivated I became For Marthens, it’s all about efficiency reduce the environ- enhance the corporate image.” about school, the more con- mental footprint. fidence I got. I think one of the keys to my success is that I’ve never stopped trying to Marthens is proud of his staff learn, and I am always improving whatever it is that I’m thinking about,” he commented. Marthens employs a staff of 14, 10 of whom have been with the company for more than a decade. His Marthens grew up in Jefferson Township, and has lived employees work in trucking, warehousing, sales, ad- there for most of his life. His commute to work is less ministration, and office design. “As the company has than a mile. “I apply the same efficiency to my person- evolved, I get more and more pleasure out of seeing al life,” he said with a smile. Marthen’s wife works in my employees work together as a team, and I enjoy the business as well. “She actually started here before I helping them advance to the next level. When you did, and we’ve been working together for 25 years. Her have many different personalities from very different office is located near mine – yet another example of walks of life, bringing them together is a great success my propensity toward being efficient,” he added. story,” he acknowledged. When Marthens isn’t designing office settings, he en- joys riding his snow mobile, and his newest hobby Glenn Marthens shares his thoughts on office space plan- After 22 years as a business owner, Marthens’ advice to ning with several clients. aspiring entrepreneurs is to expect to work long and is motorcycle riding. He and his wife took up biking hard. His advice also includes creating balance in your about two years ago and are planning a biking trip Marthens, a self-described “efficiency nut,” spoke about life and exercising for energy. “I’m very energetic and I from Billings, Montana to Colorado Springs. the importance of planning office space. “Some people owe that to exercising. I think it makes you better able To learn more about Milton Terry Associates, see www. don’t realize how much the placement of office fur- to handle stress and to be forward-thinking,” he noted. miltonterry.com. niture and equipment can enhance productivity. You

Three Nursing Students Gather to Celebrate 20 Years since Graduation By Mary Ann Kiczek

Three graduates from the County College of Morris Nursing program gathered recently to celebrate the 20 years since they graduated. Pat McDonald of Nova Scotia traveled south to meet Celia Menasha and Linda (Slifkin) Katz, who are now living in Florida, to reminisce about the good times they experienced at CCM. Pat McDonald, Celia Menasha, and Linda Menasha has been working in nursing since graduation. Her career has taken her (Slifkin) Katz shared memories and a cake from New Jersey to Vermont to Florida, where she currently works in the recovery when they came together to celebrate room at Florida Hospital in Orlando. Over the years, she has worked in ICU/CCU, 20 years since graduation. electrophysiology, school nursing and as a traveling nurse. She is grateful for the op- portunity to help others and for the support of faculty, peers, and family members. “It has been a very challenging and rewarding career. I’ve gained immense personal and professional growth along the way,” she commented. For McDonald, CCM helped to build her self-esteem and gave her the confidence to embark on a career in nursing and volunteer work. “Graduating from CCM as a nurs- ing student at age 42 was definitely the way ‘I Started Right,’” she commented. McDonald worked as a psychiatric nurse in New Jersey and Nova Scotia, conducted smoking cessation counseling, taught, and was in occupational health nursing before retiring. As an ovarian cancer survivor since 2002, today McDonald works tirelessly to build awareness about ovarian cancer. She is a member of the Board of Directors for Ovarian Cancer Canada, co-chairs a major annual fundraiser, and presents her survivor story to nursing students and physicians. Katz called becoming a nurse at age 33 “one of the greatest rewards of my life.” From the time she enrolled, she was committed, focused and very motivated. Prior to her current position, Katz worked in many specialty areas, including labor and delivery, medical/surgical, dermatology, internal medicine, and weight management. Today, she is a geriatric care manager in South Florida. Katz looks back with fondness on presenting the farewell address at the pinning ceremony on graduation day. “I spoke from my heart, singing the praises of the CCM experience,” she recalled.

3 What’s New with CCM Graduates by Barbara Capsouras

The following class notes information was obtained from submitted Alumni Update forms. Graduates who completed work for their CCM degrees in December are officially recorded and listed under January of the following year.

1973 1980 for several different companies in began working in Manhattan on broad- represents the catalogues of songs by computer and networking roles. Mark cast commercials, and in 2002, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammer- Robert J. Sambol received an A.A. Lynn E. Sopolosky was awarded an opened, and for many years operated, switched into the gaming field at a stein II, Lorenz Hart, Irving Berling, degree in Business Administration. In A.A. degree in Humanities/Social Sci- an Adobe and Macromedia authorized New Jersey company. In 2005, he relo- T.S. Eliot, Charles Strouse, and Stephen 1993, he opened his first restaurant, ence and since graduating has relocated training center, before becoming an cated to Orlando, Florida and began Schwartz among others. As Manager, “Bob’s Steak & Chop House,” in Dal- several times. In 1988, she moved to independent developer/instructor, and working at Electronic Arts (EA Sports), Publishing Administration, she nego- las, Texas. Building on the reputation South Carolina where she is the Clerk working at Xerox as a training analyst. the world’s leading independent devel- tiates and licenses the use of lyrics in earned in Dallas, he now owns Bob’s to Council for Abbeville County. Her He is currently an Application Engi- oper and publisher of interactive enter- books and karaoke products, and over- restaurants in San Francisco, Houston, daughter, Jessica, has given Lynn two neer with broad responsibilities that tainment software for advanced enter- sees all requests worldwide. Kara also and in the Dallas suburbs of Plano and wonderful grandsons, Josef and Lucas. include new product development, tainment systems such as Microsoft’s supports new technology projects such Grapevine. Bob’s restaurants feature firmware and driver engineering, ma- Xbox® and Nintendo’s Wii. as converting archives to MP3’s and re- large cuts of the finest prime steaks, jor account sales support, as well as designing the website. chops and seafood, big drinks and fine 1981 third-tier international support for the wines, and have earned rave reviews -- Stephen F. Eu- Xerox Office Group. Mark also plays in Steven Santuc- ranking them from the best in town to lie received an a band named Probable Cause (www. ci received an Deanna L. DeGraff graduated with the best in the country. A.A. degree in probablecause.com), has written and A.A. degree in an A.A. degree in Dance thanks to the Humanities/So- recorded several songs www.stateof- Humanities/So- encouragement of Professor JoAnn cial Science. He wail.com, leads an acoustic electric cial Science. He Staugaard-Jones. She owned and oper- 1974 is currently the duo, and teaches guitar. attended Drew ated her own dance studio, Grand Jete Robert M. Crossley graduated with an President and University from Academie of Dance in Netcong from A.A.S. degree in Business Career/Man- Division Head 1 9 9 5 - 1 9 9 7 , 1979 – 2005. In 1996, she applied and agement. He fondly remembers that, of the First Na- 1987 earning a B.A. received a Certificate of Eligibility for as the feature editor of the Youngtown, tional Credit in History and a Teacher of Vocational Arts/Dance as an he interviewed Dr. Masten, and still Card Center of First National Bank of minor in Education (College of St. alternate route candidate, the second has his copy of that story from 1973. Omaha, one of the top-ten merchant Elizabeth) and completed his student person in the state to earn this distinc- After a 31-year career in the food in- processors and card issuers in the coun- teaching with St. E’s. He has been a tion. Since June 2002, she has been a dustry, including owning his own store try. Stephen brought more than 20 high school history teacher for more full-time Teacher of Dance at Belleville and cafe, in 2001, he started selling years of financial industry experience than ten years, for the past three years High School, and continues to teach commercial and investment real estate, to his current position. His impressive at West Morris Mendham High School. classes at the studio she previously with his wife Ann as his partner. They resume includes relaunching the Chase Since 2000, he has been a revolution- owned. Deanna feels her career has earned three awards from Prudential Travel Rewards® and Chase Ultimate ary War Re-enactor participating in come full-circle and that she is lucky to for achieving sales in the top 5 and 10 Rewards® cards, while guiding JP Mor- many 225th celebrations around the have been able to work in a career that percent nationwide. Robert currently gan Chase to its ranking as the second country. He also worked on several she loves for the last 28 years. belongs to the Prudential President’s largest travel and merchandise program Amy S. Jones graduated from CCM documentaries for the History Channel Gold Circle and Leading Edge Society. in the industry. He has also held senior with an A.S. in Business Administra- and NJN that are used in museum ex- Robert encourages anyone looking for positions with Wachovia, Providian Fi- tion, and she enjoyed it so much she hibits at Mount Vernon, Virginia and 1999 New Hampshire property to visit at nancial, Citibank, and Irving Trust went on to obtain an A.A.S. in Electronic Washington Crossing State Park. Steve Jessica D. Tereskiewicz received an www.teambobandann.com. He would Company. Engineering Technology in 1991. During is currently working with Monmouth A.A. degree in Humanities/Social Sci- love to hear from anyone at CCM, this second area of study, she took a co- Battlefield State Park on the 230th an- ence. She is currently a Speech-Lan- which he remembers as a great school op course that led to a career at Picatinny niversary of the Battle for June and vol- guage Pathologist at Montclair State that he benefited from enormously. 1982 Arsenal in 1989. She started as a techni- unteers with the Morristown National cian testing various elements of weapons University. Laura A. Bale earned an A.A. degree Historical Park. He has two wonderful systems and driving heavy equipment. in Business Administration from CCM. boys ages 4-1/2 and 1. 1975 She graduated magna cum laude from For 15 years, she has been responsible Maria P. Isaza Jill D. Klevan earned an A.A. degree in Upsala College in1993. Laura worked for driving and testing the fire control was awarded Humanities/Social Science. She moved in the Department of 4-H Youth De- system of a self-propelled howitzer Christine Thompson graduated with two degrees to Florida in 1997 and has been in- velopment at Rutgers University from called the Paladin. Her business degree an A.A. degree in Humanities/Social from CCM, an volved in local theatre for ten years. Jill 1992-1997. In 1997, she received a full comes in handy when she has to put Science. She held the position of As- A.S. in Biology studied poetry at the Atlantic Center tuition Stafford Scholarship to Drew on a business suit, travel, and attend sistant Vice President of Sales and and an A.A.S. in for the Arts under Audre Lorde, and Theological Seminary for the Masters meetings. She feels she has the best of Member Development at Financial Medical Labora- she appeared in the Volusia County of Divinity program. She served as the both worlds – all because of CCM. She Resources Federal Credit Union in tory Technolo- book of Who’s Who in the Arts. She is Pastor at the Delaware Valley United has fond recollections of her instruc- Bridgewater. She recently took time gy. She is fifth currently in remission from two forms Methodist Church in Hainesville, New tors and is grateful for their encourage- off to travel across England visiting year graduate of cancer and is enjoying her time in Jersey from 1997 – 2000. Currently, ment, which led her to serve as Presi- friends, and then continued her travels student at UMDNJ, currently complet- Florida. she and her husband are co-owners of dent of Phi Beta Kappa. CCM helped throughout the United States visiting ing her Ph.D. Her work field is micro- D.B.’s Deli and Market. Laura is also a her realize her potential, build her con- family and friends. In January 2008, bial genetics. She is a Sloan Foundation WITS Certified Personal Trainer and fidence, and launched her career! she began her new position as Vice fellow and was awarded a NIH predoc- Brian K. Dixon was awarded an A.A. an Advanced Open Water SSI Certified President of the Middlesex County re- toral fellowship grant that finances her degree in Humanities/Social Science. Scuba Diver. This past year she received gional Chamber of Commerce. In this research. Maria has presented her work He is the owner and President of West a Search and Rescue card for diving, Michelle A. Himes was awarded two role, she supports the daily operations at the American Society for Microbiol- 10 Tire Center, Inc. located right down and plans to travel to Cozumel and degrees from CCM, a certificate in Den- of the Chamber with a primary focus ogy and has plans in 2008 to present a the street from CCM on Route 10 West earn Master Diver certification. tal Assisting and an A.A.S. in Radiogra- on events, the Convention & Visitors poster at the New England Science in Succasunna. phy in 2003. She worked in dentistry Bureau, and the newly-formed New for seventeen years until 2001 when symposium at Harvard University. Last Brunswick Business Council. Christine summer Maria came back to CCM, this graduated from CCM she switched careers. After earning her Ann M. Scotland also volunteers at the Literacy Council time as an adjunct professor in the Bi- 1977 with an A. A. degree in Humanities/ radiography degree, Michelle was hired of Somerset County and tutors a stu- ology Department. She has two daugh- Social Science. She become certified as a Radiologic Technologist at Milford Maryann Amato received an A.A. de- dent from Poland in English. ters, a junior in high school and a two- in Elementary Education at Glassboro Health and Wellness, an urgent care gree in Humanities/Social Science. She year-old. continued her education at Fairleigh State College (now Rowan University) facility, where she has been employed Dickinson University and received a and earned her Masters in Education for nearly four years. She considers her 1996 B.A. degree in Psychology. Maryann is from Seton Hall University. Ann is cur- years at CCM a wonderful experience Brett A. Bredder earned an A.A. de- 2000 retired from Pfizer where she held the rently an elementary teacher in Mount for which she is very grateful. gree in Humanities/Social Science and Adam Kitzerow earned an A.A. degree title of GMP Administrator. Olive, New Jersey. In November 2007, continued his education at Hawthorne in Humanities/Art, and in 2004, gradu- Ann, with 22 of her students and Lisa University where he earned a Bachelor ated from Maine College of Art with a Smith Wagner, published a book called Diane B. Smith received an A.S. in Busi- degree in Applied Science and Technol- B.F.A. in Painting and Drawing. He is 1978 Treasures of a Teachers Heart: Learning to ness Administration, before continu- ogy in 2003. He is an airline pilot with currently working towards an M.F.A. at Change the World With Our Own Two ing her education at the College of St. Sergio Amato graduated from CCM Skywest Airlines and is deputized as a the University of South Florida. Since Hands. The book relates real-life stories Elizabeth and earning a B.S. in Business with an A.A.S. degree in Computer In- Federal Flight Deck Officer. He swam 2002, he has been exhibiting his work from children who have been motivat- Administration/Finance in 1992. She formation Systems. In 1984, he was from Alcatraz Island to San Francisco up and down the east coast taking part ed to make a difference in this world worked for over 36 years at Foster Wheel- awarded a B.S. degree in Business Ad- airport. in exhibitions in New Jersey, New York, through kindness and ambition. Ann er as an Administrative Assistant and is ministration from Fairleigh Dickinson Maine, and Florida. He is currently an feels that County College of Morris was now semi-retired. She volunteers at Saint Rosita Carrasquillo obtained an University. Sergio is now retired after Instructor of Record for Beginning a piece of her “kindness.” Barnabas Medical Center and Ignoor A.A.S. degree in Office Systems Tech- working at Express Scripts and at News- Drawing, School of Art and Art History, Nursing Home several days a week. nology. After graduating she studied in week as a System Analyst. College of Visual and Performing Arts, Puerto Rico for one year, taking courses at the University of South Florida. 1983 in Spanish translation. In 2002, she 1979 Susan L. Sass received an A.S. degree 1995 graduated from Montclair State Uni- Caron R. Toth obtained an A.A. de- in Recreation/Leisure Services. She is Jeff Martin ob- versity with a B.A. in Spanish Transla- 2001 currently a Learning Disabilities Teach- tained a certifi- tion. Rosita currently holds the title of gree in Humanities–Art Option. After Aida Glamocak graduated with an A.A. er Consultant with the Irvington Board cate in Computer Manager at the Morris County Hispan- 15 years working for a professional degree in Humanities/International of Education. Aided Drafting ic Affairs office. studio, Caron has been the owner and Studies. She continued her education operator of “Ashley Rose” Photography Technology and earned credits in at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Studio in Boonton, New Jersey for the in 2004, received a B.A. in Internation- 1985 Media/Broad- Kara Darling was awarded an A.A. in last five years. The studio specializes in al Studies and plans to enroll in the obtained an casting. He con- Humanities/Social Science from CCM. portraits, weddings, current events, par- Mark F. McDermott school’s MBA program this year. Aida A.A.S. degree in Electronic Engineer- tinued on to She is a music publisher at William- ties, banquets, art exhibits, art giclees is currently employed at Sanofi-Aventis ing, Technology/Biomedical Equip- Centennial Col- son Music located in New York City, and reproductions. Caron and her as a Clinical Trial Manager. husband, Donald, have three children: ment Option. For the past 21 years, lege in Toronto and earned a Certificate the publishing division of The Rogers Donald Jr., Spencer, and Shannon. he has resided in Oregon and worked degree in Computer Animation. Jeff & Hammerstein Organization, which Continued on page 7 4 Time Out The Titan Tradition Continues By Brendan Kuty

Women’s Soccer Men’s Soccer

Most soccer players seek the glory of a goal. Only a select few take considerable Soccer purists will tell you that it’s a team sport. But enjoyment in making others look good. Lisa Fleming is part of the minority. without Dan Berniz and Hamilton Sotelo, the Coun- ty College of Morris soccer program wouldn’t have even Fleming racked up 14 assists this season, far-and-away a team-high for the County smelled the success that it achieved in 2007. College of Morris women’s soccer program, which endured another quality season. The Titans cruised to an 11-4-2 record on the feet of The Titans went 13-6-1 behind Fleming’s nifty passes Berniz and Sotelo, the squad’s two main offensive and the sharp-shooting, two-sport athlete Alex Katz, threats. Sotelo nailed a team-high 16 goals while as- who scored nine goals. Katz, who’s also an exceptional sisting six. Berniz scored 13, adding a team-best 11 as- basketball talent, assisted four goals, bringing her points sists to his exploits. total to a team-leading 22. She also had the distinction of receiving Honorable Mention All American. Dan Berniz When these two weren’t dominating the ball, CCM distributed it evenly. Tim Zadravac scored three goals Danielle Dolan scored 21 points while four players scored two each. on nine goals and three assists. Ka- tarina Tablado, Luisa Isaza and Defense, however, is the pillar that has supported head coach Roger Stephen’s Stephanie Fitzgerald, who also game plan for years. Starting goaltender Jean Joseph recorded a 1.42 goals against Alex Kat stars on the CCM women’s basket- average, stopping 71 shots. Backup Marc Ficarra was no slouch, either, allowing ball team, all broke double digits in three goals on 23 shots in seven games. scoring for the year. Stephens’ crew began its campaign solid, posting a 2-2-1 mark. But then the Ti- Celia Ward saw all the team’s ac- tans turned up the heat, blasting opponents by wide margins through a seven- Stephanie tion in goal, posting a 1.4 goals game winning streak. Over the stretch, CCM earned three shutouts while scoring Fitzgerald against average while stopping 83 24 total goals. of 110 shots. A loss to Burlington County College ended the Titans streak, but the team fought The Titans were Region XIX powerhouses from the jump. The team leaped out to on, notching a lopsided victory over Middlesex County College and beat Ocean a 7-1 record, drubbing teams like Delaware Technical, Anne Arundel and Bergen County College by one in their last three matchups. community colleges.

After suffering a close loss to the College of Southern Maryland, CCM kept on roll- Men’s Basketball ing, smattering Ulster County Community College, 8-0, and winning several more games, including a 2-1 contest over Sussex County Community College, before the Returning just three season’s end. athletes from its ’06-‘07 champion- ship-winning squad Women’s Basketball – Mount Olive High School graduate Den- The Lady Titans finished the 2007- 2008 season with a 10-18 record which nearly nis Brosonski, Des- doubled last season’s win total. They were led by returning sophomores Alex Katz, mond Murdock and Stephanie Fitzgerald, and Tara DePascale. Josh Tyson – the Fitzgerald, a forward, led the team in points (13) and assists (four) per game. A point Titans posted a 5-19 guard, DePascale averaged 13 points and two assists per game, while swing-player record. The young Ti- Katz dropped 11 per contest. CCM came out of the starting blocks strong, racing tans were led by trans- Men’s Basketball team averaged close to 75 points a game. to a 6-3 record that included quality victories over Bergen and Passaic community fer student Omar colleges and a two-point nail-biter over Delaware Technical & Community Col- Keti. CCM, a Divi- lege, Stanton/Wilm- sion II member of the National Junior College Athletic Association, added some ington. Stephanie local-grown talent to its roster before the season’s start. Freshman forward Almin Fitzgerald made the Hodzic was a starter at Mount Olive High School, where he earned 2006-07 All 2nd team All-Region Daily Record Boys Basketball Honorable Mention honors as a senior. XIX, while Alex Katz, Despite their struggles, the Titans, who averaged 73.3 points per game, managed to Tara DePasquale and thump Raritan Valley Community College, 105-59, on Nov. 27. They also dropped Stephanie Fitzgerald Salem Community College, 91-44, before stringing off back-to-back wins over Ber- all made 2nd team All- gen Community College, 72-64, and Sussex County Community College, 83-60. GSAC (Garden State The team’s final victory was a nine-point win over Ocean County College. The team Athletic Conference). looks for bigger and better things next season and is already hard at work. Omar Congratulations to Keti made 2nd team All-GSAC and 2nd team All-Region XIX. our graduating soph- omores and good luck Women’s Basketball team finished season with 10-18 record. in your future.

Ice Hockey

Somewhere, Gary Steele is smiling. And why wouldn’t he be? A year after declaring that the “hockey gods are smiling down on us,” as his team played as well as it ever had, the County College of Morris hockey program proved it was no fluke, posting its second straight winning season. The Titans, powered by forwards Chris Tommins and Jeff Zamor, went 12-11, earning wins over serious competition. Tommins and Zamor led CCM in scoring, notching 35 and 34 points, respectively. Tommins netted a team-best 24 goals and recorded 11 assists in just 16 games. Zamor paired 17 goals with 17 assists. Sean Rohan (27 points) was the team’s third- highest scorer with 17 goals and 10 assists. The Titans began the season 3-1, beating not just Union County College but the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Columbia University. They eventually rattled off another three winning streaks, earning notable victories over SUNY New Paltz, St. Thomas Aquinas and Men’s Ice Hockey post second straight winning season. Hudson and Union community colleges. Second-year player Geoff Jeppson scored 10 goals and assisted 11. Tom Kurth also broke the 20-point mark, firing home eight goals and eight assists. The CCM Titans advanced to the NJCAA National Tournament, as well as the semifinals of the MCHC tournament. Congratulations on an outstanding season! 5 Alumni Awards Continued from page 1

ALUMNA OF THE YEAR Harold Jolicoeur ’95 most her current position at Roxbury High School. recently was the Global Strate- Maria resides in Mine Hill with her husband, Doug, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf ’92 re- gic Purchasing Manager for ceived a Doctorate of Osteo- and four children, Anthony, Kaitlin, Talia, and Patrick, Indirect Services, Packaging and is the proud grandmother of Julissa. pathic Medicine from the Materials & MRO (Mainte- University of Medicine and nance, Repair and Operations Dentistry in 1998. She com- Supplies) at Firmenich, a ALUMNI HUMANITARIAN AWARDS pleted a fellowship in urogy- worldwide leader in the flavor necology and advanced gyne- and fragrance industry. James Relyea ‘94 knew he cology. Dr. Greenleaf is one of wanted to work in rehabilita- Eariler, Harold was employed by Panalpina North only a few doctors nationwide tion nursing, after a serious America, Chicco USA, Croda USA, and DSM Nutri- that specialize in female pelvic medicine and pelvic accident that required two tional Products. He also was Strategic Purchasing reconstructive surgery. years of rehabilitation. With Manager at Fisher Scientific Chemicals. Dr. Greenleaf performed New Jersey’s first minimally that goal in mind, he over- invasive procedure using groundbreaking technology He received an Associates Degree in Business from CCM, came obstacles and worked known as “The MiniArc Single Incision Sling System.” where he was a student counselor and involved in many diligently to earn a CCM As- She is one of only 70 doctors worldwide, trained to campus organizations, including SGA, EOF, and the sociates Degree in Nursing. minority mentorship program. He earned a Bachelors conduct this procedure. In his first job as a staff nurse in the Spinal Cord injury Degree from Montclair State University in 1998. Out of all the schools she attended, County College unit at Kessler Institute, he cared for patients his own of Morris stands out in Dr. Greenleaf’s mind as the In 1980, when Harold was 10 years old, his fam- age and shared his personal experiences. Within two place where she received the best education. She feels ily moved to the United States from Haiti. He is the years, he became a Certified Rehabilitation Registered strongly that she “started right” and wouldn’t be where youngest of ten children. Three of his siblings are also Nurse, and shortly after was chosen to be the primary she is today without CCM. CCM graduates. care nurse for Christopher Reeve during his stay at Kes- sler and, later, at his home. Dr. Greenleaf is employed at the Monmouth Medical Harold and his wife, Viola, live in Burlington with Group in Lakewood, New Jersey, a division of Mon- their two-year old daughter, Miranda Adaya, and have James is currently Nurse Manager of the General Re- mouth Medical Center and Saint Barnabas Health opened their own business, JDL Fragrances, a global habilitation Unit and Infection Control Site Coordi- Care System, and has staff privileges at several other supplier of fine fragrances and fragrance oils. nator. He has a Registered Professional Nurse license hospitals. She serves as a Reviewer for the American with several additional certifications, and is often in- Urogynecology Society and the American Journal of vited to lecture on rehabilitation topics. Edward Nelson ’72 is a fa- Obstetrics and Gynecology. James is convinced that he owes a lot to “that school miliar face around the CCM on the hill” that has made him who is today. Dr. Greenleaf resides in Marlton, New Jersey, with her Athletic Department. While husband Patrick, a major and pilot in the US Air Force, enrolled at CCM, he and sev- and their new baby girl, Layla Rose. eral students established the Jenifer Stevenson ’92 re- Ice Hockey Club, which is ceived her Associates Degree known as one of the premier ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS in Nursing from CCM and her community college programs Bachelors Degree in Nursing in the NJCAA. Laura Bartus ’98 excelled in aca- from the University of Phoe- demics at CCM, and was involved Ed received an Associates Degree in Humanities/Social nix in 2005. She is a Licensed in many campus activities and Science from CCM and a Bachelors Degree in Social Registered Nurse in New Jer- events. She earned an Associates Sciences from Glassboro State College in 1974. Ed re- sey and has obtained several degree in Humanities/Social Sci- turned to CCM as the head coach of the ice hockey team certifications. ence in 1998 with honors. She from 1974-1979, taking the team to three conference Jenifer is employed at Kessler Institute for Rehabilita- was inducted into the Phi Theta finals and producing two NJCAA All American players. tion, which is recognized as one of the top two reha- Kappa Honor Society, served as He returned to coach again from 1990-2000, culminat- bilitation hospitals in the country. At the West Orange the Secretary of Student Government, and was Vice ing his coaching career with a 177-154-23 record. President of the Student Activities Council. facility, Jenifer became a Staff Registered Nurse in 1992, Ed obtained a Masters Degree with Distinction in Stu- an Assistant Unit Coordinator in 1996, a Nurse Liai- In 1999, she received a Bachelors degree from Man- dent Personnel Administration from Columbia Uni- son, and since 2000 fulfills the role of Nurse Manager hattan College and is currently pursuing a Masters of versity in 1980. on the Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury and Social Work from Rutgers University. Stroke units. She provides training and supervision to Since 2003, Ed has held the position of CFO/COO at over 120 RNs, LPNs, and Rehabilitation Assistants. In Event planning appears to be a theme in Laura’s life. McGivney & Kluger, PC. Previously, he worked for a 2005, Jenifer was named Nurse Manager of the Year at Earlier in her career, she was employed by The Econo- Japan-based conglomerate, the Metropolitan Center of Kessler West Orange. mist Group in New York, working trade shows and or- the New York Institute of Technology, and IFEX, Inc., a ganizing parties and events. Later, she was the Special medical technology firm. For one year, Ed worked on a Events Manager for RideWise of the Somerset County number of projects for the New York Yankee’s business ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD Business Partnership. management team. Kathy Storm ‘93 received her Since 2005, Laura has been the President of the Inter- Ed lives in Sparta with his wife, Maureen, and two boys, Associate’s Degree in Business national Trade Center Alliance (ITCA) in Mt. Olive, an J. Scott Mathesius (CCM ’02 – Landscape Design) and Administration with honors. organization that designs activities and programs for Christopher John, who will begin high school this year. the ITC workforce. Over the years, Laura has volun- She was so impressed with teered with the Catholic Big Sisters, the Girl Scouts, CCM that she wrote a letter to Dr. Edward Yaw, President of Roots & Wings LLC, and other nonprofits. Maria Rispoli ‘03 was recommend- CCM, offering to stay involved ed by a faculty member who com- with the college. In 1993, she mented, “She is everything we could joined the CCM Alumni Advisory Board, and has been Denise Gassner Kuhn ’82 re- want from an alumna.” Maria was an enthusiastic member ever since. ceived an Associates Degree in surprised to learn of her award, ex- Humanities/Media Studies claiming, “Wow, that’s some honor Kathy has served as member of the Alumni Scholar- and soon after was hired in an for a high-school dropout!” Maria ship Committee, participated in several fund-raising administrative position at The is grateful that CCM gave her the Phonathons, and plays an integral role in the diploma Marcus Group. Over the next opportunity to reverse poor choices made in the past. framing program. She often participates in alumni ac- 25 years, she was promoted tivities and trips. through the ranks to her cur- Maria graduated from CCM summa cum laude with an rent role as Executive Vice President and Chief Operat- Associates Degree in Humanities/Social Science. She Kathy continued her education at Centenary College ing Officer of what has become one of the region’s earned a Bachelors Degree in English/Secondary Edu- in Hackettstown, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Busi- largest full-service advertising, crisis management, and cation at Montclair State University in 2004, also sum- ness Administration, magna cum laude, in 2002. ma cum laude. She is currently studying for a Masters public relations agencies. During her career, she has supported senior execu- degree from Marygrove College. Denise enjoyed her time at CCM, especially her jour- tives at Jersey Central Power & Light Company, Wyeth, nalism classes, and she often relies on the math skills Maria has held a number of positions from account- Knoll Pharmaceutical, and BASF. Since 2004, she has she learned at CCM. She credits CCM for giving her ing clerk to office manager, but teaching has brought been employed at Transistor Devices, Inc. as the Execu- more confidence in her skills and ability to lead. De- her the most gratification. She taught at Dover High tive Assistant to the Co-CEO/CFO. nise and her husband reside in Succasunna. School and Newmark High School in Carteret, before 6 Updates Continued from page 4 Alumni Scholarships for You and Your Children 2002 2006 Jessica L. Faitoute received an A.A. in Humani- Tammy L. Figueroa received an A.A. in Humani- By Barbara Capsouras ties/Social Science and, in May, will receive a B.A. ties/Social Science and completed a B.A. in Histo- in Teacher Education majoring in English from ry through Thomas Edison State College in 2007. Montclair State University. She aspires to teach Tammy is the Office Manager at CNI Construc- on a secondary level. Jessica has tutored reading tion, LLC and has just begun working towards a and writing skills at Hillside Elementary School, M.A. in Military History from Norwich Universi- and at Mt. Hebron Middle School to help stu- ty. Her future plans include a move to Arkansas, a dents improve their writing and thinking skills. PhD in History, and becoming an online history D o you have a child or a grandchild instructor at the community college level. attending or planning to attend CCM? 2003 Are you coming back to CCM to take six Laura E. Gillette earned an A.A.S. in Graphic or more credits? Would $250 or $500 Geoffrey N. Anderson earned an A.S. in Busi- Design. She currently works in Guest Relations help in your educational pursuits? ness Administration. He is the Marketing Man- for the Walt Disney Company in Florida. ager at the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Part-time and full-time awards for David Gatto was awarded an A.S. degree in Busi- 2007 children and grandchildren of CCM ness Administration. While many of his profes- Erin L. Getto was awarded an A.S. in Business alumni and for returning graduates are sors at CCM were instrumental in his educational Administration from CCM. She is employed at available through the Alumni Scholarship Program. development, it was Professor Duffy’s Financial Hotz Development as a Property Manager. Accounting class that helped him decide on a Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. The Alumni Scholarship applica- career in accounting. Dave was the Treasurer of tion is conveniently available online – just print it from the CCM website. Although the CCM Ambassador Club, which provided him there is consideration of financial need, you do not have to submit a FAFSA form with great experiences and leadership skills. He In Memoriam to apply. You simply need to provide the Alumni Scholarship application form, a went on to Michigan State and received a B.A. in Class of 1979 Accounting and a Masters degree in Accounting. personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and a grade transcript and you Stacey M. Kreis In the summer of 2005, he landed an internship A.A. Humanities/Social Science may be awarded money from this scholarship program. with KPMG, which led to his current position as an Audit Associate in its Short Hills office. Dave John A. Riccio Seven ambitious students who submitted completed applications were granted is a licensed CPA in New Jersey and is involved in A.A. Humanities/Social Science awards this year by the Alumni Scholarship Committee. Fall 2007 awards went to various community service activities, such as the March of Dimes WalkAmerica. Class of 1984 Maria DeAngelis, Danielle Werdann, Michael Sikora, Victoria Sikora, Mary Hanson Evelyn A. Hockenbary and Gary Holt. Spring 2008 awards were received by Angelica Sico, Michael Sikora, Katherine C. McCallum obtained an A.A. de- A.A.S. Computer Information Systems and renewed awards went to Maria DeAngelis and Gary Holt. gree in Humanities/Broadcasting. She is currently Lois J. Mirsky employed at Goldman Sachs & Co. in New York A.A.S. Nursing The CCM Foundation held its Scholarship Recognition Reception in December City in the Public Sector & Infrastructure Banking 2007, where generous donors and grateful scholarship recipients were able to meet section of the Investment Banking Division. Joyce M. Riggs A.A.S. Nursing and mingle. An awards ceremony was followed by a lovely reception in the Stu- dent Center. Comments in thank you letters sent by appreciative students reflected 2004 Class of 1995 their heartfelt gratitude for these awards. A nursing student wrote, “This scholarship Bryan P. Lowe graduated with two degrees from Russell J. Flanagan has helped me cover the cost of tuition, books, uniforms, and essentials such as a CCM, an A.A.S. in New Media Technology and an A.A. Media/Broadcasting A.A.S. in Landscape Management & Design. Bry- stethoscope.” A criminal justice student said, “My parents have two children in col- an is a horticulturist with Scape-abilities, Inc., a Class of 2002 lege and their resources are limited. Thank you for your generous support.” landscape contracting company in Scotch Plains, Brian S. Eng N.J., where he has been employed since last year. A.S. Business Administration All applications must be received by the deadlines to be considered!

Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis, Alumni Educator, Author, Mother Update By Mary Ann Kiczek In order to keep our records up-to-date, we’d like to know where you are and what you are doing. We’d appreciate it if you would take a minute to fill out this form, include a photo if possible, and mail it to: The CCM Alumni Association, HH 119 Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis, Ph.D. may have, by her own admission, slept through County College of Morris high school, but from the looks of her curriculum vitae, there’s a good chance she Or submit electronically, 214 Center Grove Road hasn’t slept much since. on-line, at www.ccm.edu Randolph, NJ 07869-2086 After graduating from CCM, Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis attended New York University where she received a BA degree in History, followed by an MS degree in Bilingual/Bicultural Date: Last 4 digits of Social Security #: XXX-XX- Education from St. John’s University. From there, she went on to earn two additional Name: Masters degrees from Columbia University – one in Philosophy and one in Educa- Last Maiden First MI tion. In May 1995, she earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree, also from Columbia. Street Address: An avid educator, over the years Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis has taught on every level, from City: State: Zip: kindergarten to adults, and has been an administrator in a number of public and private schools. She is currently a member of the faculty of Caldwell College, where Home Phone: Business Phone: she is an adjunct professor in the Graduate School of Education. She also serves as Email address: the Department of Religious Education CANA High School Curriculum Coordina-

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Are you receiving the Alumni Advocate at this address? Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis recently authored a children’s book, The Jesus Prayer and Me, and is a member of the Orthodox Children’s Writers Guild. Current Employer and Job Title: In a recent email to CCM, Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis wrote, “I enjoyed every moment of my CCM experience. Some of the professors really challenged us to think and I truly Additional College(s): Year of graduation, degree, major appreciate what I learned while there. In the courses I teach at Caldwell College, I now share some of that knowledge, and challenge others to think.” Please give us an update on recent accomplishments (for possible inclusion in the Alumni Advocate). Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis lives in Succasun- na, New Jersey, with her husband, Panagiotis Fotinis, and children Spyridoula and Emmanuel. The chil- dren share their mother’s passion for education. In lieu of personal gifts for their seventh birthday, Spyrid- oula and Emmanuel asked guests to contribute to a book fund, and used the proceeds to build a collection of more than 200 Greek books, tapes, CDs, and DVDs that were donated Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis (left) poses with her children, Spyridoula and Emmanuel, and her to the Morris County Library. husband Panagiotis Fontinis. $ 7 Help CCM Celebrate 40 years of Excellence Campus By Mary Ann Kiczek Events CCM Commencement CCM Titans Summer Sports Ceremonies Camps & Clinics (ages 7-13) Thursday, May 29 — 7 pm Camps will be offered for Basketball, Baseball, Soccer and Tennis. Clinics will be The year was 1968. Theaters everywhere were offered for Golf and LaCrosse. showing The Graduate, the radio was playing “Judy in Dis- Planetarium guise,” and on Monday nights, TV viewers tuned into Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In. Tour of the Planets College for Kids – Summer June 14 — 1 pm; 3 pm Sports Edition (ages 7–13) The hippie subculture was well established and flower A variety of sports and fitness classes will be power came into its own. Tragically, both Robert Ken- Solar System Clutter offered, such as golf, swimming, aerobics, nedy and Martin Luther King were assassinated. July 12 — 1 pm; 3 pm funky fitness, muscle world, flag football, H20 Fitness, spinning, martial arts, vol- On the political front, clashes between Vietnam War Shapes in the Sky 24 leyball, meditation, bass master, jumps & August 9 — 11 am;1 pm; 3 pm hoops, tennis, ultimate PE, Lacrosse, ultimate protesters and Mayor Daley’s police force marred the frisbee, waffle ball, kickboxing, badminton, Democratic National Convention, and Richard Nixon Longer Nights, Brighter Stars circuit training, basketball, and fly fishing. was elected President. September 13 — 1 pm; 3 pm Closer to home, on 218 acres of rolling ter- Aquatics Swim Clinics rain in Randolph, New Jersey, County Col- CCM Performing Arts Fall and Spring lege of Morris first opened its doors to stu- “West Side Story” Activities such as Community Swim and dents. The inaugural class consisted of 592 June 18 – 21 (call for more information) classes such as Aqua Hydro will be available full-time and 703 part-time students. WERE to the community. YOU ONE OF THEM? For more information on Sports Camps and If so, we’d love to hear about your experi- CCM Dance Theatre Clinics, College for Kids Sports, and Aquatics ence, listen to your memories, and see your Dance Intensive Workshop Swim Clinics go to www.ccm.edu/athletics/ camps.shtml or call Athletics photos – especially that one of you in your tie-dyed June 23 – 27 shirt and psychedelic beads. Contact Barbara Capsou- Alumni Information: ...... (973) 328-5059 ras in the Alumni office General Information on Events (Campus Life): . (973) 328-5225 (973.328.5059). Athletics: ...... (973) 328-5252 There will be many Performing Arts: ...... (973) 328-5427 activities to celebrate Planetarium: ...... (973) 328-5076 CCM’s 40th year, and we invite you join us. Special Events: ...... (973) 328-5054 Check the CCM website (ccm.edu) often for College for Kids: ...... (973) 328-5070 more information on anniversary events. Aquatics Office: ...... (973) 328-5257

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