Montclair State University - Alumni Life - Fall 2002

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Alberta Mackey Seidewitz turned 100 years old in March. The retired home economics teacher celebrated with a small party at her Park Ridge home, where she has lived for the past 50 years.

'42
Dorothy S. Lehmkuhl '46 M.A. received the North Jersey Section American Chemical Society (ACS) Burton C. Belden Distinguished Service Award for 2002. She has been an ACS member since 1947.

'51
Dolores Stanek, after a successful career as a media specialist for the Little Falls school system, has been appointed to the Lakeland Bank Advisory Board. She also is treasurer for the business and professional department of the Little Falls Women's Club.

'61
Ruth Ivers has retired after 40 years of teaching English. She also was director of the Bunker Hill Community College theater program in Boston and directed more than 30 plays in that role. She plans to remain active as a writer.

'62
Ann W. Hartmann, a financial consultant and principal of Hartmann & Associates of Lincoln Financial Advisors, and an accredited estate planner, is serving as national president of the Society of Financial Services Professionals, an organization of 25,000 members. Her term ends in October. Hartmann also is a securities arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association, an active national speaker about practice management and investment and business planning, and a member of the investment committee for Maumee Valley Girl Scouts in Ohio.

'63
Dennis Carroll '71 M.A., district supervisor of art for the Ridgewood public school system and head of the Ridgewood High School Art Department, has retired after 35 years of service.

'65
Carolyn F. Chesney has served for several years as president of George Santelli, Inc. of Englewood, which manufactures fencing apparel and equipment.

'67
Roger Marcotte has ended a 35-year career in teaching. His last position was at Hawthorne High School as department supervisor and coordinator of the cooperative education program. He and his family have relocated to Little Egg Harbor.

Joann Marzocco, a professor at Bergen Community College, received the Excellence Award from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development at a ceremony in Austin, Texas.

Linda Sue Galate M.A. presented a paper at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Society of Biblical Literature/American Academy of Religion conference in Baltimore on the interpretation of the Velatio fresco in the Roman catacombs. She also published an article regarding the paper in Archaeology Online at www.archaeology.org.

'69
Robert J. Boland, an attorney and member of the Monmouth County Bar, New Jersey State Bar and New Jersey Defense Associations, has been reappointed as a trustee of the New Jersey State Bar Foundation.

Robert W. Grace, president of the New Orleans Filipino Lions Club, has spent 15 years volunteering his time in various positions ranging from taking calls at the local YWCA rape crisis hotline to maintaining a Web site for a local radio station for the blind.

Paul J. Lioy, acting associate director of the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, has worked at ground zero helping to ensure the health and safety of other workers and volunteers both at the World Trade Center and in surrounding areas.

'70
Mari-Jo (Marra) Policastro '74 M.A. took part in a coffee house series sponsored by the Metuchen Cultural Arts Commission. She performed with her piano duo, Polymania.

'71
Diana Ziegler Lieberman, a reporter for the Detroit Jewish News in Southfield, Mich., was awarded first place for Community Journalism from the Michigan Press Association.

Maureen Conway M.A. is chief information officer at Hewlett Packard, overseeing the Information Technology Department.

William E. Desmond M.A. has become superintendent of the County Technical School of Crest Haven. He was formerly Cape May County Schools superintendent.

'72
Maria Schmidt '76 M.A. was re-appointed as a trustee of the New Jersey State Bar Foundation. She is a supervisor of social studies in Westfield and an adjunct professor of education at Seton Hall University.

'74
Joseph Leitch '94 M.A. represented the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District in the 2001-02 Governor's Teacher Recognition Program. The Ramapo High School teacher also was honored by the high school Board of Education, receiving a plaque and a grant of $100 to be used for a district project.

Marcy LoCastro was accepted as a member of the New Jersey 300 Women's Leadership Forum. LoCastro specializes in managing the design and implementation of financial business process information systems, and has been with Deloitte & Touche for the past three years.

'75
James Walker Jr., a clinician at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Piscataway, earned an Ed.D. in counseling psychology.

Angelo Genova of Genova, Burns & Vernoia, the New Jersey/New York management, labor and employment law firm in Livingston, was a featured speaker at the Practicing Law Institute's Seminar on Sexual Harassment Claims held in New York. He spoke on the topic of "Defense and Related Sexual Harassment Issues." He also was appointed to the New Jersey Region Board of Directors for the National Conference of Community and Justice.

'76
Dee Klikier '91 M.A., a second- grade teacher at Harding Township School, was chosen by the Harding Township Board of Education as the school's new principal.

'77
Ron Kozinski was selected as vice president of accounting at Degussa Corporation. He is a licensed CPA and member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Financial Executive Institute. As vice president he oversees the company's accounting policies and practices in the North American Free Trade Agreement region.

Kathleen Salvo M.A. has coupled free enterprise with philanthropy in her new business, Heavenly Chocolates. In an effort to continue health care for her daughter Amanda, who has Rett's Syndrome, Salvo turned to a family tradition, making chocolate. The company is funding a foundation to help other handicapped children and adults.

Anthony M. Carlino, an attorney and former assistant prosecutor in Bergen County, was made a partner at the firm of McElroy, Deutsch & Mulvaney in Morristown.

Arlene Tyler, Irvington's health director, received the 2002 Community Service Award from the Irvington Chamber of Commerce at its 70th annual civic awards dinner. She also is a member of the Irvington Neighborhood Improvement Corporation and is credited with outstanding service to the poor.

'78
Joanne Pendleton, a professional interior designer, teaches home design in Hillsborough. She also sings with the Master Works Chorus in New Jersey, a young artists group at Carnegie Hall, and the MacDowell Club.

'79
Gregory Collins, a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of Black Accountants, was elected to the Board of Trustees of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJSCPA). Collins is a partner at Mitchell & Titus of New York, a member of the NJSCPA Sports and Entertainment Committee, and co-chair of the Marion P. Thomas Charter School's Board of Trustees.

Judith Fringuello '84 M.A. has authored Tim's Place, her personal account of her son's struggle with kidney failure and her efforts to save him. She also created all the illustrations for the book, which is self-published.

Tom Dezao was appointed vice president of Strategic Marketing and Sales for Genitope Corporation in California. He was formerly vice president of Marketing at Corixa Corporation and Coulter Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Gerald Lamb M.A., a math teacher at Livingston High School, was named the most influential teacher in Essex County by The Star-Ledger newspaper.

'80
Joyce A. Snyder M.A., an assistant superintendent and teaching veteran of 31 years, has been named acting superintendent of the Ridgewood school district.

Marian Mastrorilli is a member of the band Project Mercury, which recently released a CD and performed at the New Jersey Folk Festival.

Christopher L. Hayes has been appointed assistant vice president and branch manager of the Dennisville office of Sturdy Savings Bank in Stone Harbor.

Wayne L. Peragallo, president of the Asbury Park Press, was presented with the President's Ring from Gannett Co. Inc. The award recognizes outstanding performance.

'81
John Henry '87 M.A., an applied technology teacher at Woodbury High School, received the 2002 Teacher Award from Radio Shack Corporation. The $3,000 award recognizes commitment to academic excellence in mathematics, science and technology.

'83
Peter Crocitto, executive vice president at Valley National Bank in Wayne, celebrated his 25th year at the institution.

'85
John Iannarelli has been transferred to FBI headquarters and promoted to supervisor, Director's Office, National Press Office, Office of Public and Congressional Affairs.

Craig Scott Brown Sr. was made pastor of Bethany Baptist Church in Jamaica, Queens.

Elizabeth Wong, former chair of the New Jersey Development Authority for Small Businesses, Minorities' and Women's Enterprises, has been chosen by Gov. James E. McGreevey as executive director of the state Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, where she will oversee scholarships, loan programs and the college saving plan.

'87
Patrick Luzzi, a 10-year veteran in commercial real estate, was appointed vice president of Leasing at Advance Realty Group.

'88
Anthony J. Mauriello, Jr. M.A. was one of 66 judges at the 2002 Lancaster, Pa. Science and Engineering Fair.

'89
Patricia Giarratano has joined Amper, Politziner and Mattia, CPAs, as senior manager of the firm's Tax Department in Raritan Township.

Angela Kamm brings 15 years of experience in marketing, public relations, advertising and community outreach to her new position as community relations director for the San Marcos Foothills Coalition in Santa Barbara, Calif.

'90
Brian Shnipper directed the comedy "A Hotel on Marvin Gardens," a production of 12 Miles West Theatre Company in Montclair.

Sherry Jenkins is director of Finance for the municipality of Mt. Olive. She formerly was chief financial officer in Maplewood.

Kim Barnes-Arico is coach of Adelphi, the nationally ranked women's basketball team and winner of the 1998-99 New Jersey Coach of the Year.

Robert D. Lupozzo was promoted to manager at Victualic, where he is responsible for all sales of sprinkle heads and other devices in the United States.

'91
Michelle Kowalsky '99 M.A., an adjunct professor of research methods in English at William Paterson University, was appointed Whippany Park media specialist.

Joseph Kunz has been named chief financial officer of Union City. He previously was CFO in River Vale.

David Emma, a history teacher at Ridge High School, was voted Teacher of the Year by his peers in the Basking Ridge section of Bernards Township.

Henry Kobik was nominated for Teacher of the Year by Delsea Regional High School. He also is adviser for the History Club and has coached boys' soccer, golf and diving.

'93
Douglas Bollinger, who won top honors at the Myhelan Indie Film Festival for his first feature film, has directed, "Just Lovers," which was shown at film festivals in Tennessee, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Actor Phillip M. Cirincione plays the role of the hero in the film.

'94
Gary Borges has left a successful career as an athletic trainer for such teams as the New York Mets and the Cleveland Indians, to become the new trainer at Whippany High School.
David J. Cozzi received a doctor of osteopathic medicine degree and began his residency in July.

'95
Renee Vetere was promoted from director of training to chief operational officer at The Radclyffe Group of Fairfield.

Michael Ahmadi is working as a community health specialist at the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute in Bethesda, Md. He received a master's degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey -- School of Public Health.

'97
Julio Marenco, an attorney with the firm of Alexander Locatelli and former commissioner for the North Bergen Parking Authority, has been elected to the North Bergen School Board.

Jennifer Owen, compounding technician at Rock Ridge Pharmacy, was named Technician of the Month by the Professional Compounding Centers of America.

'98
Evan C. Childs has been named director of Public Relations for the Credit Union Affiliates of New Jersey. He previously served as chief of staff to Assemblywoman Marion Crecco.

Michael Skara M.A. was hired as director of technology in the Readington Township School District. He held a similar position at Delaware Valley Regional High School.

'99
Keith Donnelly has joined the sales force of Foley, the Caterpillar Dealer of North Jersey and Staten Island.

'00
Jessica Rasp, a social activist and Red Cross caseworker for the World Trade Center disaster, spoke at the Bloomfield Public Library about her efforts with Peace Trees, an organization that replaces land mines with trees.

Margery Agnone was hired by Senior Care Centers of America as administrator of its Totowa facility.

Vincent Strumolo has written A Fight for Life: Beating Cancer, recounting his own battle with the disease. He is touring several states to promote the book.

Raine Brown, professional actress and acting instructor at Robin Horneff Performance Arts Center and at the Rutherford Enrichment Program, is teaching in the Ridgewood YWCA's Pre-teen Acting Workshop.

Josh Osowski, superintendent of Liberty State Park, was a coordinator of the Governor's Candlelight Vigil and Remembrance Ceremony at the park last fall. Osowski, who teaches field ecology and general biology, received a Volunteer Excellence Award for his work with students with disabilities, and was a guest speaker at the 17th Annual Sussex County Scholar Athlete Awards Banquet.

'01
Allison M. Perrine-Larena M.A. was named executive director of the Community Theatre in Morristown, where she oversees 22 staff workers and more than 100 volunteers, and is responsible for the organization's business, financial and operational affairs.

Warren Farrell '65 to Liz Dowling

Thomas Cullen '95 to Tara L. McQuaid '96

John P. Hines '94 to Michelle McCroy '96 '98 M.A.

Linda Marie Palmer '98 to Walter Joseph Adenau

Amy Cote '01 to Christian Cardenas

Michelle R. Kostek '91 to Thomas Cottone on May 19, 2002

Pasquale Pontoriero '94 to Johanna Rossi on April 6, 2002

Terry Marco '87 to George Garcia on Aug. 16, 2002

Births

To Karen Shustack Walker '87 and her husband, Timothy Walker '87, a girl, Caroline Emma, on May 25, 2002

To Katherine Regan Zoccoli '94 and her husband, Paul, a boy, Jack Regan, on April 14, 2002

To Victoria Mercogliano-Romana '94 and her husband, Mario Romana '95, a girl, Isabella Mia, on Feb. 5, 2002

To Mark A. Heber '98 and his wife, Sheila, a boy, Mark Anthony Jamal, on Dec. 7, 2001

To Irene B. Wall '99 M.A. and her husband, Conrad Corpus '93, a girl, Bridget Avelina, on March 26, 2002

Anniversaries

Clifford R. Kreismer '50, '52 M.A. and his wife Helen recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
Gerard Santangelo '59 and his wife Tyra celebrated 50 years on April 13, 2002.

In Memoriam

Marion Perkins Vaughn '22
Tena Barnert Harris '29
Bernice Yarbro '34
Bertram Borgen Johasson '38
Thelma E. Vallario '45
Ernest Yeager '45
Joseph R. Guthrie '52
Herbert J. Tintle Jr. '48
Barbara Gold '50
James M. Warren '60
Patricia Marshall '60
Roger J. Rubinetti '64
Martha Harrison Dodd '66 M.A.
Lawrence Barrett IV '69
Patricia Flavelle '69
Donald Stewart '72
Patricia A. Germann
Schumacher '73
Eileen Greber Anderson '77
Richard G. Hay '77
Daniel DiGangi '91, '97 M.A.
Ellen Ann Belkewitch '93 M.A.
Virginia Del Tufo '00

The Montclair State community lost a dear alumnus, colleague and friend, Irwin "Irv" H. Gawley '49 '59 M.A., who passed away Aug. 7.

Irv became a member of the chemistry faculty in 1956 and, during his 32-year career, served as chair of the Science Department, the first dean of what is now the College of Science and Mathematics, and vice president for Academic Affairs. He retired in 1988 but remained active in the Alumni Association and the Association of Retired Montclairites. He held a doctorate in education at Columbia University's Teacher College.

"Irv provided strong, steady leadership to Academic Affairs as the institution was evolving from a teachers college into a comprehensive university and through a period of significant growth during the '70s," said Provost Richard Lynde. "He will be remembered for, among many things, the integrity that characterized his interactions with colleagues and his colorful bow ties."

Alumni can send infor mation about engagements, weddings and births to Alumni Relations, 34 Normal Ave., Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; fax 973-655-5483; or e-mail alumni@mail.montclair.edu. All information must be submitted within six months of the event and include the expected date of marriage for "Engagements," the wedding date for "Marriages" and the date of birth for "Births." All submissions must include a name and telephone number for verification.