Invention Archives
Invention is the magazine of Thomas Edison State University, which keeps alumni, supporters, students and friends abreast of news from the University, including new programs and services, special events and alumni profiles and updates.
2020–Present
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2023
Fall 2023
- Pursuing Education to Make a Difference: Amberlin Dupre, BA ’23
- Learning to Serve: Karl Brobst, MS ’22, BS ’20
- Unleashing Potential: Gerard Harville, MS ’23, BA ’20
- Love and Loss: Kayla Heine, BSN ’22
- Valuing Education for the Greater Good: Daniel Catlin, BSBA ’22
- Breaking the Cycle: Marvella Cephas, DNP ’22
- Professional Bout: John Magda, BS ’23, AAS ’21
- Fulfilling a Dream: Almira Halilovic, MSM ’22, BSBA ’21
- Triumph Over Tragedy: Gwen Karro, BSHS ’22
- Building a Future: Nicholas Phelan, AAS ’23
- Empowering Transformation: Sugeily Rodriguez, DBA ’23
- From Gridiron to Graduation: Jon Runyan, BA ’23
- University Awarded $2.8m by U.S. Dept. of Labor
- Three School of Business and Management Students Inducted in Business Honor Society
- TESU’s Annual Back-to-School Readiness Fair Provides Trenton Families with Supplies and Resources
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission Awards Scholarship Grant to TESU
- Dr. Lorraine M. Chewey Appointed Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs at the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions
- Donor Cords Make the Difference: Adam T. Storkamp, AS ’22
- Meet a TESU Genius: Bill Bortz, BA ’08
Spring 2023
- Continuous Improvement: Altereek Stembridge, BSBA ’19, MS ’21
- Bringing It Home: Albert M. Stark Scholarship Recipient Tiona Edge, BA ’22
- Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Eleanor “Ellie” Spiegel
- Moving Forward: Andrew Hafford, BA ’19
- The Annual Grande Ball Photos and Information from the Event
- Donating to an Educational Gateway: Patricia R. Danielson, AA ’73
- Balancing Act: Mimi Lenyugha Nkwepo, DBA ’23, MSHRM ’14
- Prime Motivator: Raj Mukherji, BA ’05
- New Foundation Board Members
- University News
- By the Numbers: Volunteer Statistics for the Year
- Meet a TESU Genius: Disha Patel, BA ’20
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2022
Fall 2022
- A New Class of Leadership: Dr. Erin Rybicki, DBA ’22
- Accelerating Success: Priyal Parikh, BSN ’21
- Eye on the Prize: Kevin Sanders, MSC ’22, BS ’13, AAS ’13
- Conflicting Due Dates: Vanessa Guezala, BA ’21
- Through the Lens of Leadership: John Q. Adams, MAEdL ’22
- Chasing a Dream: Emsley Baptiste, ASBA ’19, BSBA ’22
- Changing Courses: Mary Jo Loughlin, DNP ’22
- Running Toward Danger: Armand Cayer, BS ’21
- The Yearning to Learn: Mariana Beshai-Ascander, MSM ’21
- Powering Up: Edgar Newell, BS ’22
- New Cloud Computing Degree Program Launched
- New Jersey State Budget Appropriation Marks a “Watershed Moment”
- NJBIZ Names TESU Among ‘Healthcare Heroes’ and ‘Best Places to Work in N.J.’
- TESU Joins Amazon As Educational Partner
- TESU Salutes RNs by Reducing Tuition
- Donor Cords Make the Difference: Jacqueline A. Lynch, BA ’22
- Meet a TESU Genius: Salvatore Salpietro, BA ‘08
Spring 2022
- Paying It Forward: Shrabanee Shah, BSBA ’21
- First in Class: Bette Ewing, AA ’73
- TESU Employees Bear the Torch for Students: Tracy Tosti, AA ’13
- Soldiering On: Former U.S. Army Ranger Establishes Scholarship
- TESU Launches Office of Career Development
- Then & Now: Looking Back on 50 Years of TESU
- Building a Lead in Each Leg of the Race: Celebrating Our Heritage. Envisioning Our Future.
- Foundation Financials
- On the Links: 27th Annual TESU Foundation Golf Classic
- The 30th Annual Grande Ball
- United in Purpose: Thomas Edison State University Foundation Board
- University News: ACE Names TESU Student ‘Student of the Year’
- Meet Alumni Ambassador: Alumna Stephanie Jean, BSN ’21
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2021
Fall 2021
- Opening Doors and Strengthening Communities: Amanda Figliola, BSHS ’21
- Breaking Through: Keith Ware, MS ’21
- From a Spark to a Flame: Keisha Gifford, BA ’21
- A Penchant for Patient Care and Problem Solving: Rocio Dela Riva, DNP ’21
- Road Warrior: Melissa Roman, BSBA ’20
- Navigating the Waters: Homeland Security and Healthcare: Robert W. Field Jr., MSM ’20, BS ’12
- For the Love of Learning: Matthew ten-Hoeve, MAEdL ’21
- Finding Purpose: Tom Scheuren, MSN ’21, BSN ’16
- Turning Fear Into Opportunity: Pamela Fink, BSBA ’20, current MSM student
- Healthcare Hero: Jessica Poland, BSN ’21
- Sealing His Future: Michael Piscetelli, BA ’19
- Learning for a Cause: Gerard Cardenas, MSM ’21
- Scenes from Commencement
- School of Nursing’s Undergraduate Courses Transition to 8-Week Formats
- Comings and Goings
- Combating COVID in 10,000 Ways
- Donors Make the Difference
- Employee Donor Spotlight: Susan Fischer, BSPS ’20, AA ’15, current MSM student
- Making a Difference: Rishi Dixit, BSOL ’15
Spring 2021
- Impact We Make Together, TESU Foundation 2020 Donor Impact Report
- Together in Giving Time: Alumni Ambassador, Monica Castano BSN ’12, MSN ’17, Current DNP Student
- Together in Scholarship: Kathryn Hauser, BA in Liberal Studies
- TESU Implements an Innovative Academic Community Impact Program that Empowers Nonprofits
- Together Experiencing Our World: Abigail Reyes, BSBA Student
- Together in a Time of Need: TESU Student Relief Fund
- Alumni Profile: Joseph Ciaffone, AA ’20, BA in Liberal Studies
- Foundation Financials
- Together as a Team: TESU Colleagues Rally to Financially Support University Mission
- Together on the Links: TESU Foundation Golf Classic Raises Nearly $70,000 in Support of Student Relief Fund
- Together in Spirit: TESU Gala Donors are Together in Spirit During the Pandemic
- Together in Giving Back and Paying it Forward
- Together with Our Students: TESU Welcomes New Chief Student Success Officer, Dr. Jasmeial “Jazz” Jackson
- Together in Leadership
- Foundation News
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2020
Fall 2020
- ALUMNI PROFILES: Tiffani Reneau, MAEdL ’20, Thomas Dougherty, MSIT ’20, Susana Duran, DNP ’20, Hector DeJesus, BSAST ’16, MBA ’19, Diashana Coleman, BA ’17 , MSM ’20, Michael Gallagher, BSN ’19, Melody Ward, AAHS ’18, BSHS ’20, Santiago Fuertes, BS ’19, Bettyann Fiore, MBA ’19, Tameka Fogg, BA ’20
- MicroBachelors® Programs Help Adult Learners Pursue Bachelor’s Degrees
- NJ Community College Students Aided by TESU/NJ 3+1 Pathways Program
- TESU Board of Trustees Approves New Tuition Rate
- President’s List and President’s Award Honor Programs Celebrate the Best in Student Achievement
- Jobs NJ Program Focuses on Adult Learners
- TESU Foundation Provides Financial Relief to Students During COVID-19 Crisis
- TESU Foundation Golf Classic Raises Nearly $70,000
- Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation
- Dina Silbernagel-Krohne, BSBA ’15, Current DBA Student
Spring 2020
- Carving Out A Plan: Abelardo Conesa, BSBA ’10, MSM ’15
- A Place To Belong: Nicole Major, BA ’16
- Defying Convention: Lavana Cephas, AA ’19
- Students View Patient Care From A First Responder’s Perspective
- Tesu Announces Guaranteed Admission For N.J. Community College Graduates
- Wells Fargo Donates Historic Painting
2010–2019
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2019
Fall 2019
- University Celebrates 47th Commencement
- Close to Home: Anna Mohlenhoff, BSN ’19
- Opening Doors: Marcelo Dossantos, BA ’10, MSM ’14, MSHRM ’16, MSHS ’19
- Back from the Brink: Abdelkareem ElShareif, BA ’19
- Threat Hunter: Gina Pierson, BSAST ’16, MSIT ’19
- Breaking the Barrier: Apryl Roach, BSBA ’14, MSHRM ’15, MBA ’19
Summer 2019
- Opening Doors: Ivonne Roman, BA ’04
- Student Profile: Yoon Kim: The Way Forward
- Racking up Degrees: Tina Lorraine Matthews, AA ’16, AAS ’17, BA ’17, MALS ’18
- Scholars Who Soar: Santiago Bravo, BSAST ’17
- University Celebrates Accelerated Nursing Program Graduates
- N.J. Department of Community Affairs Awards Watson Institute $155,000 Grant
Spring 2019
- A Passion for Patient Care: Dr. Celeste Bethon, DNP '18
- Center of Learning and Technology Renamed in Honor of William J. Seaton
- University Harnesses OERs in Launching Accessible, Affordable Degree Pathway
- School of AST Launches Journal of Women and Minorities in Technology
- A Circle of Gratitude: Dr. Dennis Devery, MSM '05
- RX Technology: Regina Davis, MSIT '18
Winter 2019
- Kith and Kindred Spirits: Gabrielle Juba Frost, BSBA ’17, MBA 18
- University Partners with Augusta Technical College
- Passionate Caregiver: Jennifer Nitzsche, BSN ‘17
- University Receives $10,000 Grant from PNC Foundation
- The 27th Annual Grande Ball: Celebrating Dr. Merodie Hancock
- 46th Annual Commencement
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2018
Fall 2018
- Justice League: Eric Pennington, BSBA '87 & Scott Pennington, AA '86
- New Community College Partnerships: Raritan Valley Community College, Ocean County College and Bossier Parish Community College
- W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing Celebrates 35 Years
- Thomas C. Streckewald Golf Classic Raises Nearly $87,000
- Healthy Partnership: Deborah Larsen, BSN '10, MSN '16
- Change Agent: Tesha Goodson, BSBA '16
Summer 2018
- Compassionate Communicator: Joyce Serdinsky, BA ’12
- Shaping Sustainable Futures: Michael DeOssie and Gregory Henry
- LaMarr Smith: 2017 ACE Student of the Year
- University Hosts Cybersecurity in the Northeast Region Symposium
- Storyteller: Staff Sgt. Kyle Richardson, BA ’13
- Making Her Impact: Sonja ‘Sunny’ Semidei, BSN ’16
- Out of His Elements: Maj. Eric Petrevich, BSHS ’05, MSM ’09, BSBA ’12
Spring 2018
- A Heart for Healthcare: Jeff Gora, RN, BSN '14
- New Programs from Continuing and Professional Studies
- In His Honor: The W. Cary Edwards Foundation
- Dean Discusses Business and Leadership in Interview with George E. Norcross III
- Open Items: Leila Banihani, BSBA, '12
- To the Rescue: Justin O'Connor, BS, '16
Winter 2018
- University Selects New President
- 45th Annual Commencement
- All In: Matthew Levinson, MBA '17
- Personalizing Medicine: Allison Adamousky, MSAST '16
- Building a Better Future: Stephen Jones, BSAST '12, MSHS '16
- Service to Country and Community: Tyshawn Jenkins, MBA '15
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2017
Fall 2017
- Transformation: Dr. George A. Pruitt
- University Awarded Grant from U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- University Foundation Awards Grant to Fund Development of Two New Graduate Programs
- The Few and The Proud: Lt. Talia Bastien, BA '13
- Municipal Leader: Linda Peyton, MSM '16
Summer 2017
- Humanitarian Logistics: Luis Sandoval, BSBA '12, MSHRM '15
- Thomas C. Streckewald Memorial Golf Classic Raises Nearly $85,000
- Dr. George A. Pruitt to Retire as President of Thomas Edison State University
- Mission Accomplished: Rebecca Ellison, BA '14
- Maintaining a Legacy: Frances Parrales, BA '12, MSM '15
Spring 2017
- Against All Odds: Donna Lostocco, BSBA '02
- Dean Discusses Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy with Phill Pops CEO
- Dreamcatcher: Steven Klinger, AAS '15
- Senior Executive: Frances Holly, MPSL '15
- University Receives $10,000 Grant from PNC Foundation
- In Memory of William 'Bill' Schofield
Winter 2017
- University Holds Event to Prepare U.S. Veterans for Their Next Mission
- 44th Annual Commencement
- University Foundation Receives $10,000 Grant from the Provident Bank Foundation
- Informing Patient Care: Marcie Jannetti, MSN '15
- Centenarian: Florence Thaler, AA '92
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2016
Fall 2016
- Taking Off: JetBlue Reimagines Degree Completion for its Crewmembers
- University Selected to Participate in Equip Program
- University Unveils Glen Cairn Hall
- Born to Lead: Brian Hughes, AA '92, BA '00
- Critical Caretaker: Jennifer Donohue, BSN '12
Summer 2016
- All Rise: Lauren Hart BA '96
- Watson School Dean Honored by Local Organizations
- Behind the Badge: Sean Flannelly, BA '14
- Wordsmith: Daniel Sanabria-Morales, BA '13
- Rising to the Challenge: Allison Riley, BSN '11
Spring 2016
- Taking the Lead: Robert Budsock '07, '15
- Master of Science in Information Technology Program
- Janssen Pharmaceuticals Finds Nursing Scholarships
- Breaking Through: Tatiana Solovieva, BSBA '12
- Inspiring the Next Generation: Michael Pasciuto, MAEDL '14
Winter 2016
- From College to University
- University Approved for First Doctoral Program
- In the Flow: Colleen Layman, BSAST '99
- Nursing School Dean Named AACN – Wharton Fellow
- Educational Technology Grant for Nursing Students
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2015
Fall 2015
- Cause & Effect: Greg Morrissey '13
- Electronics Systems Engineering Technology Program Earns Abet Accreditation
- College Launches Graduate Certificate In Cybersecurity
- 21st Annual Streckewald Memorial Golf Classic Raises More Than $71,000
- Alumni Profile: Janice Kovach, BSBA '01
- Alumni Profile: Dr. Thomas Page, AA '94, BA '94, MSM '00
Summer 2015
- Keeping It Personal: Kirk Lew '14
- National Veterans Program Joins College
- 2015 National Institute Explores Future of PLA
- Watson Institute Hosts Auxiliary Police Forum
- Alumni Profile: Oscar Gutierrez, BA '12
- Alumni Profile: Lameka Augustin, MBA '14
Spring 2015
- Trail Blazer: U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman '85
- Grads: 100 Percent Pass Rate On NCLEX-RN
- Foundation Funds College’s First Doctoral Program
- New Graduate Programs On The Horizon
- Alumni Profile: Philip Wick, BA '93
- Alumni Profile: Andrew Feller, MBA '14
Winter 2015
- Geared Up: David Orozco '14
- College Joins Lumina Foundation Effort to Advance Degree Completion in U.S.
- Comcast to Air National College PSA Focusing on Veterans
- Alumni Profile: Rosetta Lattimore, '76, '79
- The Grande Ball – 2014
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2014
Fall 2014
- College Receives NRC Scholarship Funds
- 42nd Annual Commencement
- Graduates of Accelerated BSN Program Honored
- TD Charitable Foundation Awards $15,000 Grant to Watson Institute
- College Anchors New Statewide Prior Learning Assessment Network
- Alumni Profile: Robert James Towers '14
Summer 2014
- College Breaks Ground on Nursing Education Center
- Helene Fuld Health Trust Awards College $650,000
- Watson Institute Uses iPads to Increase Childhood Literacy
- Foundation Grant Provides Educational Technology
- Alumni Profile: Tamarra Causley Robinson '05
Spring 2014
- Fostering Innovation: John and Eileen Martinson
- Study Reinforces that Bachelor's-Prepared Nurses Improve Patient Outcomes
- College Meets Federal Principles of Excellence Requirements
- College Developing New Business and Management Programs
- College President Elected Chair of Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Ryan Nabors '13
Winter 2014
- Superhuman Resource (Bette J. Francis '95, '99)
- Wells Fargo Selects College to House N.C. Wyeth Painting
- Martinson Family Foundation Invests in Course Development
- New Open Course Option Created
- Grande Ball 2013
- Dorothy Moreno '13
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2013
Fall 2013
- Performance Improvement (Dominic Puggi '11, '13)
- College Receives Federal Economic Development Grant
- New Dean Appointed to School of Applied Science & Technology
- Watson Institute Aids Childhood Educators at Cultural Competency Institute
- Nursing School Hosts Open House for New Simulation Lab
- The 41st Annual Commencement
- Victoria Delligatti '12
Summer 2013
- From Halfball to Headlines: Dick Sheeran '91
- Assistant Dean Named as ABET Commissioner
- MBA Prep Program is Gateway to MBA Program
- The Next Generation for General Education
- College Names New Business School Dean
- College Celebrates 25th Anniversary of National Institute
- Alumni Profile: Otok Ben-Hvar BA '08
Spring 2013
- Nursing Simulation Lab Opens
- College Earns National Press
- Accelerated BSN Graduates Earn 100% Pass Rate on National Nursing Licensure Exam
- College and Saylor Foundation Announce Open Course Collaboration
- Alumni Profile: Paula Vaughan BSBA '90, MSM '98
- Steven Gregor '09 and Jill Green '11 on Educational Leadership
Winter 2013
- Taking Flight: Dr. Gregory F. Milzcik '94
- College Prepares Move to New Learning Management System
- College Launches Second Degree Program in Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology
- Library Plays Key Role in Hurricane Sandy Recovery Efforts
- Alumni Profile: Cynthia Yard '90
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2012
Fall 2012
- Energized to the Core: Important Role College Plays in the Nuclear Industry
- College Launches MA in Educational Technology & Online Learning Leadership Degree
- Nuclear Energy Engineering Tech Program Earns ABET Accreditation
- Alumni Profile: Yolanda Golebiowski ‘90
- College Celebrates 40th Commencement
Summer 2012
- Celebrating 40 Years
- College Launches MBA Program
- College Announces New Dean of the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing
- College Earns Reaccreditation from Middle States
- Alumni Profile: Madeleine Yates '91
Spring 2012
- Always Giving Back: Antonia Marotta-Brinton '83
- College Plans Launch of Master of Public Service Leadership Degree
- Polysomnography Program Earns Accreditation
- Alumni Profile: Kate Kennedy '05
- 2011 Honor Roll of Donors
Winter 2012
- Role Model: John J. McCann '90
- Making Special Deliveries to Deployed Military Students
- The 2011 Fall Commencement
- Dancing to Her Own Tune (Amanda Rose Long '10, '11)
- Grande Ball 2011
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2011
Fall 2011
- Growing Strong: Growth of the School of Nursing
- Three College Bachelor Degrees Named "Best Buys"
- College Launches New Graduate Area of Study
- Game Changer (Shon Brooks '98)
- Surviving and Thriving (Karen F. Riley '99)
Summer 2011
- Elevation: Robert Wyman '02
- College Grads Have Highest CPA Exam Pass Rates
- College Receives 2011 Distance Education Innovation Award
- Grande Ball 2011
- Marie Jones, '10, Keeps Hope Alive
Spring 2011
- Reaching New Heights: Deborah Donnelly-McLay '95
- College Launches Accelerated Second Degree BSN Program
- College Expands Educational Leadership Program
- Inaugural Spring Commencement
- Honor Roll of Donors
Winter 2011
- Taking Stock: Gail Pankey-Albert '10
- Alumni Profile: Mary Lukes Stamoulis '77
- College Gets High Marks in National Alumni Survey
- 2010 Grande Ball - "Roaring 20s"
- College Names School of Nursing in Honor of W. Cary Edwards
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2010
Fall 2010
- Into the Fire: David Neuman '10
- College Announces New Dean of School of Business and Management
- College Launches Online Proctoring
- Todd Lange: On the Road to Recovery
Summer 2010
- Learning for Life: Gary Fassler '08
- College Receives $5.1 Million Grant for State Library
- Mentor Profile: Dr. Jack Howell
- Student Profile: Michelle Rebstock
Spring 2010
- CSI New Jersey: Tanvi Kothari '06
- College Names New Vice President for Enrollment Management
- Nursing Diversity Program Celebrates Fifth Year
- Honor Roll of Donors
Winter 2010
- Taking Charge: Lt. Brad Brezinski '04
- Delivering for UPS (John Kurzenberger)
- 37th Annual Commencement
- 2009 Grande Ball
2006–2009
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2009
Fall 2009
- Head of the Class: Michael Mendes '09
- Alumni Profile: Jackie Williams '86
- Alumni Profile: Abraham Goldenberg '09
- Nursing Earns CCNE Accreditation
Spring 2009
- Virtuoso: Arthur Brooks '94
- Prepared to Lead: Col. Dennis Devery '05
- President George Pruitt Earns Award
- Honor Roll of Donors
Winter 2009
- Your Courses in a Flash
- The 36th Annual Commencement
- The Grande Ball 2008, "A Starry Night"
- Thank You For Taking Action!
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2008
Fall 2008
- You Can Hear Her Now!: Christine Baron '07
- College Receives Federal Grant to Continue Minority Nurse Educator Program
- Alumni Profile: Lt. Kenneth E. Wuerker '07
- Continuing Studies: Kathy Matthews & Joan O'Donnell
Summer 2008
- Soaring: Anthony DiNota '97
- Making a Difference: Mackington Jospeh '08
- Taking Care of Business: Fred J. Lewis '90
- 20th Annual National Institute
Spring 2008
- ACE Adult Learner of the Year
- Convoys and College Courses (Lt. Jason Anderson '06)
- Working Together (MSM 2007 Cohort)
- Honor Roll of Donors
- Nurse Paralegal Certificate Launched
Winter 2008
- From Brooklyn to Beverly Hills (Ernest Wooden, '07)
- Finding Purpose (Michael Cestero, '03)
- 35th Annual Commencement
- Grande Ball 2007
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2007
Fall 2007
- What We Can Do For Brown (UPS)
- New Degrees in Educational Leadership
- Committed to Preservation (George R. Stubbs, '99)
- School of Nursing Hosts National Diversity Lectureship
- New Certificates in Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness
Summer 2007
- When Preparation Meets Opportunity (Michael Brewster, ’93)
- Helping Our Forces Be Prepared
- Partnering with Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce
- Fast Track To Success (Raymond Koski ’93)
- Partnering with Energy Industry to Meet Nationwide Shortages
- Honor Roll of Donors
Winter 2007
- Her Big Break (Kristina Sisco ’06)
- Celebrating Academic Achievement
- New Online Certificate in Paralegal Studies
- 34th Annual Commencement
- The Crystal Anniversary Grande Ball 2006
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2006
Fall 2006
- Prime Mover (Steve King, ’93)
- College Hosts National Diversity in Nursing Event
- Alumni Ambassador Program Launched
- New MBA Essentials Certificate
Summer 2006
- State of the Artists
- International Partnership Reached
- College Partners with Virtua Health
- Student Works to Revitalize Trenton, NJ