County College of Morris Foundation Gala
May 4, 2018 Hanover Marriott
Dancing through the
CCM Celebrates 50 years
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Welcome to the
County College of Morris Foundation Gala
Student Performance “Moments in Time” County College of Morris Music, Dance and Performing Arts Majors
College of Knowledge Game Show Remarks and Presentation of Alumni Awardees Host: Katie A. Olsen Executive Director, County College of Morris Foundation Team Captains: Paul Licitra Chair, County College of Morris Board of Trustees and William McElroy ‘83 Chair, County College of Morris Foundation
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Salad
Plated Duet Entrée
Fresh Field Greens with Feta Cheese, Sliced Almonds and Dried Cranberries in a Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Fire Grilled Filet Mignon and Herb Crusted Cod with Potato Dauphinoise,Baby Carrots and Asparagus
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50 Years of Dancing Through the Decades Video Retrospective
The Future Dr. Anthony J. Iacono President, County College of Morris
Dinner Served Dancing with The Motones Silent Auction Closes – Dessert is Served – Echo Home Kit Drawing
Auction Results Sent and Check Out Dessert
Vegetarian/Gluten Free
Opera Cake Chocolate and Vanilla Layer Cake with Chocolate Mousse
Please ask your server for options.
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Welcome from the President In 1968, County College of Morris opened its doors to local residents and encouraged them to build a brighter future for themselves and for our community at large. Tonight marks the beginning of a year-long celebration to commemorate our 50th anniversary. Through the extraordinary efforts of thousands of individuals across Morris County, the vision of Presidents Sherman H. Masten and Edward J. Yaw, dedicated Trustees, scores of talented faculty and staff, and the hard work of our students, CCM has produced 50,000 alumni. We’ve been named one of the best colleges in the state, are ranked #1 in New Jersey for alumni salaries, have a near half billion dollar economic impact on the county, are the only county college in New Jersey to hold the coveted distinction as a Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency Center for Educational Excellence in Cyber Security, have realized among the highest scores in the state and nation on health care licensure exams, and continue to excel in humanities, mathematics, social and natural sciences. As part of our core mission and commitment to outstanding quality in academics, CCM holds more than 100 transfer agreements with universities throughout the state and we are proud of our many business and community partnerships. As we reach for the future, students can expect to see a college that is a national model of quality and innovation, and businesses can expect even closer partnerships. We are eager to break ground on our newest endeavors, a forthcoming 30,000 sq. ft. engineering and manufacturing building and a virtual hospital to produce the best engineers, manufacturers, and health care professionals in Morris County. For 50 years, CCM has changed lives and strengthened Morris County through its world class educational programs. Our alumni represent the best in class in virtually all career fields. We are proud of our work and firmly believe that our success could not have occurred without our dedicated community members and industry partners. With that in mind, I am both appreciative and inspired by your support. Truly, you make a difference. Tonight marks not only the opening of our 50th anniversary celebration but also the beginning of the public phase of our capital campaign. To date, we have raised $1.8 million toward our initial goal of $2.1 million. These funds are more than generous gifts. They are life-changing opportunities for hundreds of students while also nurturing the exceptional quality of life we enjoy in Morris County. As your county college, we strive for innovation, excellence, and impact. With an emerging engineering and manufacturing building, plans for an expansive healthcare simulation center, hopes for an expanded culinary arts facility and increased scholarships for students who need your support, I invite you to be a part of our future. Thank you for being here this evening and for all you’ve done to support the last 50 years. Together, we can accomplish anything!
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Gala Co-Chairs Welcome Welcome to the 2018 County College of Morris Foundation Gala. We thank you for supporting this event. Each year, our Gala affords the opportunity to gather together, support college efforts, enjoy great dining, dancing and camaraderie. But, this year, it is our opportunity to kick off our 50th Anniversary celebrations! Paul R. Licitra, Chair, County College of Morris Board of Trustees
Over five decades, CCM has educated 50,000 alumni, who have positively impacted the local community, region and beyond. Tonight, we celebrate four special Alumni Award Winners, representing some of the best of our 50 years! Gene Fitzpatrick ’90, of Denville, senior vice president at Grey Healthcare Group, will receive the Alumnus of the Year Award; Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis ’82, of Succasunna, a creative learning consultant, will receive the Alumni Achievement award; Trish Colucci Barbosa ’85, of Long Valley, president and principal care manager at Peace Aging Care Experts, LLC, will receive the Alumni Service Award; Dr. Zowie S. Barnes ’01, of Baltimore, onsite medical director at the Baltimore County Detention Center, will receive the Alumni Humanitarian Award. Today, the college is recognized for our high-quality educational offerings, which include transfer, career, workforce development and life-long learning. Our annual Gala is an opportunity to celebrate, support and showcase the best of our college.
William McElroy ’83, Chair, County College of Morris Foundation Board of Directors
Tonight is just the beginning…as part of the college’s anniversary celebrations, CCM will be offering a number of events for the community including special performances, concerts, history lectures and more. Thank you for being here to kick off our 50th Anniversary year and support the college as we move forward over the next 50 years!
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Special Thanks to our Sponsors Nisivoccia LLP Picatinny Innovation Center
Class of ’83 New Jersey Natural Gas United Parcel Service
The Paragano Family Foundation Tom and Donna Pepe Atlantic Health
Entertainment
Solix, Inc.
Student Performance
Semple Bixel Associates
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Cocktail Hour Sponsor
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DĂŠcor
Gala Committee Gala Co-Chairs Paul R. Licitra and William McElroy, ’83 Jeffrey M. Advokat, Esq. John P. Beyel, Esq. Joseph Bilotti ’88 Barbara Capsouras ’82 Carol Fitzpatrick ’86 Thomas Hayes Carol Hoeg Josh Hurwitz Dr. Anthony J. Iacono Allan J. Iskra, Esq. Colleen McArdle ’87 Katie A. Olsen Eileen Paragano ’91 Everton Scott Sheri Ventura Pamela Williams
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The County College of Morris Foundation, along with the CCM Alumni Association, inaugurated its annual Alumni Awards in 2003. Since then, more than 89 outstanding graduates have been added to the Alumni Wall of Fame. Tonight, we celebrate four more awardees for their achievements. The Alumni Award Recognition Program acknowledges those who meet specific criteria, including personal achievement, dedication to serving the public good, service to a segment of the college, and finally, for exceptional overall achievement in their professions, the Alumnus/a of the Year Award. The Alumni Association Wall of Fame salutes this 15th class of distinguished inductees. Their achievements, service and dedication to their professional lives and to the community make all of us at County College of Morris proud.
Award Criteria Alumni Achievement Award S pecific, outstanding achievements and/or accomplishments in their profession. Have received honors from associations or employers, or whose work has proven beneficial to a pronounced segment of society. Alumni Service Award Recognition of outstanding service to the County College of Morris Alumni Association or some other segment of the college. Alumni Humanitarian Award D edication to humanitarianism and serving the public good. Unique contribution to society or the community. Lengthy volunteer service to community. Alumnus/a of the Year Award H ighest honor given by the Alumni Association that recognizes the exceptional achievements of graduates of the college. Nominees must have shown outstanding performance in their professions, should be recognized as leaders and should have made outstanding contributions to the community, state, or nation. The County College of Morris Foundation and its affiliated Alumni Association proudly congratulate the Shining Stars of tonight’s Gala for their outstanding achievements, service, and recognitions.
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Alumnus of the Year Gene Fitzpatrick Gene Fitzpatrick ’92 is Senior Vice President of Multichannel Marketing at Grey Healthcare Group (ghg), part of one of the largest advertising agency networks in the world. Fitzpatrick acknowledges that County College of Morris provided the foundation for his success. As a young adult, he benefitted from the college’s tightly knit community of faculty, staff and student organizations which he believes fosters a community environment that promotes learning. Fitzpatrick credits the broadcasting knowledge he gained at CCM, where he served as Program Director of WCCM Radio, for providing a strong foundation and contributing to his start in advertising. Fitzpatrick has steered marketing strategies for many major companies, including Novartis, Pfizer, Celgene, Merck, and others. In his first year at ghg, he increased the office’s digital revenue to reflect nearly 70 percent of Its yearly business. In recognition of his potential, Fitzpatrick was selected for the company’s executive training program. Prior to joining ghg, Fitzpatrick was Senior Vice President and Director of Digital Media for HealthEd and worked at several other marketing agencies. Independently, he has been featured as a voiceover artist for AT&T, Pillsbury, Seton Hall University and others. He was the creator and producer of Hometown Tales, one of the first podcasts created. It was chosen by the BBC as one of the best independent podcasts. In his hometown of Denville, Fitzpatrick is a local leader and volunteer. He served on Denville’s Town Council for eight years and was selected Council President. Today, Fitzpatrick remains active in Denville and community organizations, serving as a board member on the Foundation of Denville and a trustee of the Downtown Denville’s Business Improvement District. Following his graduation from CCM with an A.A. in Humanities/Social Science, Fitzpatrick earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from University of Maryland (UMD) College Park. Fitzpatrick’s mother, Carol Fitzpatrick, is a 1986 CCM graduate.
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Alumni Achievement Award Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis Dr. Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis ’82 is a creative learning consultant with a passion for building community. She specializes in designing relationships for learning and CommUNITY. Her personal motto, “May our learning never end, and may our love for others weave community,” reflects her teaching philosophy and underlining beliefs. Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis has extensive experience as an educator on the university, secondary and primary levels. She has served as a faculty member as part-time lecturer at both Caldwell University and Kean University and as a guest instructor at the Fashion Institute of Technology and Teachers College, Columbia University. As the Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Global Connections Foundation, Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis promotes educational diplomacy among high school and college students in support of the Global Connections Kenya Experience programs. She also serves as a Foundation Trustee for the Jessie Banks Foundation, Inc. Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis was the high school curriculum coordinator for the Department of Religious Education for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America in Massachusetts. She taught at primary schools in New Jersey and New York. Her educational pursuits have taken her to Albania and Kenya. Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including a 2017 Proclamation NJ General Assembly Resolution for Outstanding Ethnic Leader Award for NJ. Dr. Tsigas-Fotinis earned an A.A. in Humanities/Social Science in 1982. She is a graduate of the Columbia University Teachers College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, where she earned a Doctor of Philosophy, a Master of Philosophy and a Master of Education. She also holds a Master of Science in Education from St. John’s University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University, all thanks to County College of Morris whose mentors/ teachers helped her. Her daughter, Spyridoula, a 2017 CCM graduate, spoke at the Inauguration of CCM President, Dr. Anthony Iacono. Her son, Emmanuel, is a current CCM student.
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Alumni Humanitarian Award Dr. Zowie Barnes Zowie Barnes ’01 currently serves as the Onsite Medical Director for the Baltimore County Detention Center through her affiliation with PrimeCare Medical. She also serves as the interim Medical Director at Planned Parenthood of Delaware. In these roles, she is responsible for overseeing the healthcare provided at these sites. Dr. Barnes also maintains affiliations with Wexford Health Sources and Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington where she works as an independent contractor providing care. Dr. Barnes spends much of her time working directly with inmates. She actively engages in helping to identify and facilitate the solving of operational and clinical issues for the site and leads the evaluation and monitoring of the site’s chronic disease programs. Dr. Barnes is certified as a Diplomat by the American Board of Family Practice and holds medical licensures in Maryland, District of Columbia, and Delaware. She has served on numerous boards. A number of organizations have invited her to present, and she has several publications to her name. Dr. Barnes holds membership in a number of professional organizations and has received numerous honors, including the Peter M. Hartmann and Margaret Blandin-Clark Behavioral Science Award of Excellence. As a student at CCM, Dr. Barnes was awarded the Oliver Sheffield Minority Student Scholarship, and was invited to attend the CCM Foundation’s Scholarship Gala as a ‘rising star.” She graduated in 2001 with an A.S. in Chemistry. After graduation, she earned a B.S. degree with honors from Cook College, Rutgers – The State University of New Jersey. From there, she continued on to University of Connecticut Health Center School of Medicine, where she was awarded her Doctorate of Medicine. She completed her residency at University of Maryland School of Medicine.
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Alumni Service Award Trish Colucci Barbosa Trish Colucci Barbosa ’85 is the President and Principal Care Manager of Peace Aging Care Experts, LLC® (“PeACE”), a geriatric/life care management practice in Flanders, New Jersey. Colucci Barbosa earned an A.A.S. in Nursing from CCM in 1985. Her admiration and appreciation for the Nursing Program led to her recent establishment of the PeACE Aging Care Experts, LLC Small Business Scholarship. She has been a valuable resource for the CCM Foundation with her financial assistance and promotion of her scholarship. Her favorite memory of CCM was the unique nursing “pinning ceremony” that was special for her and her parents. The professional care managers at PeACE perform detailed medical and personal care assessments of elderly clients and create comprehensive plans of care. PeACE care managers also provide ongoing assistance and care management support to clients. The registered nurses and licensed social workers are regularly managed, trained and mentored by Colucci Barbosa. With a passion for the elderly, as well as those with mental illness or developmental disabilities, Colucci Barbosa founded PeACE more than 12 years ago. Since then, she and her dedicated staff have helped hundreds of individuals and families in understanding and successfully navigating challenges that come with the aging process. Colucci Barbosa’s favorite aspect of being a care manager is working directly with elderly and disabled clients. “Each person has an interesting story and unique needs. I love finding my place in their lives, identifying their needs and creating a care plan to make things better,” she commented. Colucci Barbosa has been a registered nurse for over 30 years and dedicated to geriatric care for more than 25 years. She holds several case management certifications and membership in a number of professional associations. From 2015 – 2017, she served as a Director on the National Board of Directors of the Aging Life Care Association.
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Alumnus/a of the Year
Achievement Awards
Humanitarian Awards
Service Award
Joe Bilotti ’88
2006
Cottie Benson ’75
Kimberly Nicholais ’95
Catherine Skiff ’86
Janel Pisorchik ’91
Roberta Strater ’72
Carol Shay ’91
Mary Fiorello ’89
Harriet Buono ’99
Micro Design Services:
Jodi DeVincentis ’89
Marion Broidrick ’74
Frank Gonzalez, Professor Emeritus
Claudia Paladino ’01 Ken Spilatro ’82 Sandra Nielsen ’77
2007
William McElroy ’83
Walter Mott ’72
Roman Szymansky ’75
Dr. Lorrie J. (Dixon) Vece ’70 Laura Bartus ’98
2008
Dr. Betsy Greenleaf ’92
Denise Gassner Kuhn ’82
James Relyea ’94
Harold Jolicoeur ’95
Jenifer Stevenson ’92
Kathy Storm ’93
Edward Nelson ’72 Maria Rispoli ’03 2009
Dr. Edward E. Boas Jr. ’70
Neal A. Stanton ’89
Patricia M. Hurley, Ph.D., R.N. ’70
Eileen G. Paragano ’91
2010
Jerry J. Ketcham ’73
Mary Beth S. Crile ’93
James M. Gannon ’81
Doris L. McClung ’84
2011
Daren Cortese ’87
Janice (Roe) Smith ’75, ’77
Laura Reilly ’95
Glenbrook Technologies/ Gil Zweig
2012
Dennis L. Bostedo Jr. ’94
Laura A. Ryblewski ’94
Dr. Brian T. Kloss ’02
Donald Sullivan ’99
2013
Anthony Leggio, Jr. ’77
Erin Fowler ’97
Scott Kansky ’97
The Linne Family
2014
Ann F. Grossi ’71
David Murray’s ’78
Michael O’Donnell ’77
Jessica Leone ’02
2015
Paul Goudreau ’86
Jean Snopkowski ’94
Peggy (Margaret) Lund Fitzgibbon, ’88 ’95
David J. Artuso ’86
2016
Michael Klinger ’03
Holly Lusardi ’07
Matthew Roche ’03
Maria DeAngelis ’09
2017
Zaher Shabani ’01
George Milonas ’98
Martin R. Ebelhardt ’87
RoseAnn Maione ’93, ’94
For a complete history of the Alumni Wall of Fame go to www.ccm.edu/alumni/walloffame.aspx
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Silent Auction Donors 53 South
Delta Dental
Newton Theatre
Aires Jewelers
Denville Dairy
Paradise Total Spa & Nails
Alexis Diner
DePasquale
Eileen Paragano
Anchor Golf
Endless Vacations
The Park Avenue Club
Bensi
Enjou Chocolate
Pelican Sports Center
Big M’s Limo
Fairchild’s Market
Plaza Restaurant
Blue Morel Restaurant and Wine Bar
First MCO, Inc.
Pro Haircutters
Hanover Marriott
Randolph Diner
Harvest Restaurants
Roseland Eye Care
Henri Bendel, Short Hills
Rockaway River Country Club
Hunan Chinese Room
Russo Brothers
Allan Iskra, Esq.
Sheraton Parsippany
LA Pizza Pizzeria
Shoe Inn
L’Oreal USA - Deborah Sorg
Stretch Source
Neal Lugashi -Estate Liquidators
Suzie’s Salon
Make Wine With Us
TGIF
Mayo Performing Arts Center
The Grande Café
Colleen McArdle
Vibrance Medi Spa
McGivney, Kluger & Cook, P.C.
Vineyard Vines
Boutique 161 Boyle Hotels Mgt. Group Brookside Diner Bruno’s Bistro BSR Automotive Cambridge Wines Tasting The Hoeg Family CCM Alumni Association CCM Foundation CCM School of Health Professions and Natural Sciences Department of Landscape Horticulture CCM School of Liberal Arts Department of Music, Dance and Performing Arts
Morris Plains T-Shirt Factory
CCM School of Professional Studies and Applied Sciences Department of Engineering Technologies/Engineering Science
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Ed Nelson
Trustees and Administration Board of Chosen Freeholders
College Administration
Douglas R. Cabana, Freeholder Director
Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, President
Christine Myers, Deputy Director
Dr. Dwight L. Smith, Vice President of Academic Affairs
John Cesaro
Karen VanDerhoof, CPA, Vice President of Business and Finance
Heather J. Darling Kathryn A. DeFillippo Thomas J. Mastrangelo Deborah Smith
Board of Trustees Paul R. Licitra, Chair Thomas A. Pepe, Vice Chair * Jeffrey M. Advokat, Esq., Treasurer Dr. Barbara L. Hadzima, Secretary *
Dr. Bette M. Simmons, Vice President of Student Development and Enrollment Management Rob Stirton, Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness and CIO Thomas C. Burk, Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations Patrick J. Enright, Associate Vice President for Workforce Development and Dean for the School of Professional Studies and Applied Sciences Katie A. Olsen, Executive Director of the CCM Foundation Dr. Edward J. Yaw, President Emeritus
Laurie Bogaard, Esq. George E. Dredden, III Jack N. Frost, Jr. Esq.
County College of Morris Foundation
Roger A. Jinks
Katie A. Olsen, Executive Director
Keith R. Raymond Dr. Joseph S. Weisberg * Jennie Abat, ’17, Alumni Trustee Sandra Geiger, Trustee Emerita W. Thomas Margetts, Trustee Emeritus All trustees also serve concurrently as members of the CCM Foundation. Members noted with an * serve on the Foundation Board of Directors.
Board of Directors William McElroy ’83, Chair Eileen Paragano ’91, Vice Chair John Beyel, Esq., Secretary Thomas Pepe, Assistant Secretary Professor Joseph Bilotti ’88, Faculty Representative Dr. Cathryn M. Clary Lori Fiori Carol Fitzpatrick ’86 Thomas Hayes Allan Iskra, Esq. Edward Nelson ’72 Everton Scott Eric Seguin Zaher Shabani Gil Zweig
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Special Thanks County College of Morris Departments Alumni Gala Committee Gala Volunteers Plant and Maintenance Printing Music, Dance and Performing Arts Students Professor Marielaine Mammon, Chair Music, Dance and Performing Arts Professor Colleen McArdle, Dance Professor Frank Murphy, Music Graphic Designer, Gina Garcia Media, Dan Cleary and Joseph Schilp
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Dancing into 50 Years of Smiles. Congratulations to County College of Morris Foundation on Your Golden Anniversary. May It Be a Gala to Remember! 973-285-4000 | www.deltadentalnj.com
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BEST WISHES TO THE COUNTY COLLEGE of MORRIS FOUNDATION GALA
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HOLD the DATE Monday
September 17, 2018 County College of Morris Foundation
Annual Scholarship
GOLF OUTING Rockaway River Country Club