NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW - Atlantic Cape Community College

Atlantic Cape Community College’s Information Source
Sept. 24, 2010
NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Volunteers Needed for Club Adviser Positions
Student Activities is looking for faculty advisers for the following student clubs: History and Government
Club, Science Club, Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society and Student Nurses Club.
Dr. Josette Katz
accepts her prize
pack from Kathy
Corbalis, executive
director of college
relations.
These are volunteer positions and there is no monetary compensation. For more
information, contact Cynthia Correa, ext. 5089.
Congratulations Josette Katz, Atlantic Cape ‘Brand Champion’
Dr. Josette Katz, professor of hospitality management, is Atlantic Cape’s brand
champion! She correctly answered all questions relating to Atlantic Cape’s new color,
logo and slogan information. Josette received a Brand Champion Prize Pack after
being selected at random from all correct entries. Congratulations to Josette and the
other winners who received an Atlantic Cape travel mug for their effort! Brand
champion quiz winners can still pick up their mug at the College Relations office,
at the Mays Landing Campus in J-Building.
Branding Roll-out Events Set for Three Campuses
Atlantic Cape will publicly roll out its new brand and accompanying advertising
campaign next month and employees are invited to get a sneak peek at the promotional materials at one of
three kick-off events.
On Tuesday, Oct. 5, employees at the Mays Landing and Mays Landing East
campuses are invited to attend a branding open house from 12:30-2 p.m. in
J-202. College Relations staff will display and answer questions about the new
print, radio, TV, transit and outdoor ads that will appear in Atlantic and Cape
May county media.
The “branding show” will go on the road to the Worthington Atlantic City Campus Student Life Center
from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 7. On Wednesday, Oct. 13, the branding materials will be on
display at the Cape May County Campus as part of the 5 th Anniversary Community Day, 2-6 p.m.
All employees are invited to attend one of the events. Refreshments will be served and attendees will
receive a branded giveaway item.
For more information, contact College Relations, ext. 4907.
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Construction is Coming; Sign up for Targeted Text Alerts
A series of construction projects beginning this fall will affect all campuses at varying times. Projects
include installation of solar panels in parking lots at the Mays Landing and Cape May County campuses,
the construction of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Math building at the Mays Landing Campus,
the new Hospitality Studies Center for Workforce Training at the Worthington Atlantic City Campus, and
the power plant project at the Mays Landing Campus.
College relations has set up new text alert groups for each campus that students, faculty and staff can opt
in to for updates on the projects that could impact access to the campus. For up-to-the-minute bulletins on
parking lot closures, restricted building access or other disruptions, sign up at
http://www.atlantic.edu/about/txtMessage.html. If you have already signed up for Atlantic Cape text
alerts, log in and add the appropriate construction group to your account.
College Plans Community Day to Celebrate 5-Year Anniversary of CMCC Oct. 13
Atlantic Cape invites faculty, staff and the community to Community Day, a celebration of
the five-year anniversary of the opening of the Cape May County Campus, 2-6 p.m.,
Wednesday, Oct. 13, at CMCC.
Community Day offerings include campus tours, music by students, refreshments, a
larger-than-life anniversary card for guests to sign, a live radio broadcast, and the
opportunity to visit a class in session.
Information about Atlantic Cape’s programs and services will be on display, including: the Academy of
Culinary Arts, admissions, the alumni association, Technical Studies Institute, continuing education,
Health Professions Institute, athletics, student clubs, Rutgers at Atlantic Cape, Fairleigh Dickinson, and
the Atlantic Cape Foundation.
Community supporters also will be in attendance, including: American Association of University
Women–Cape May County Branch, Cape Assist, Cape May County 4-H, Cape May County Chamber of
Commerce, Cape May County Government, Cape May County Park & Zoo Education Program and U.S.
Coast Guard Training Center–Cape May.
Since opening its doors in 2005, the Cape May County Campus has experienced a 26 percent growth in
credit enrollment; educated nearly 30 percent of all graduating Cape May County high school seniors;
provided customized training to more than 40 area businesses; and played host to more than 100 public
and private events.
The campus provides support services, including counseling, testing, tutoring and financial aid as well as
administrative offices.
For more information about the five-year anniversary celebration, visit
http://www.atlantic.edu/capemay/anniversary/index.html, or contact Lisa Apel-Gendron at ext. 3619,
or e-mail lapelgen@atlantic.edu.
Open House, College Fair Planned for Oct. 3
Atlantic Cape will host an open house and the 48th Annual College Fair, 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 3, at the
Mays Landing Campus. During the open house, information on various college services and career and
academic programs will be available. The Academy of Culinary Arts will host a concurrent open house,
providing information about the culinary program, its alumni, career opportunities and job placement.
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Continuing Education staff will offer details on personal and professional development workshops,
seminars and short-term career training.
Dozens of colleges are expected to attend, including: Penn State, Rowan, Rutgers, LaSalle and Montclair
universities. The college fair is co-sponsored by the Atlantic County Branch of the American Association
of University Women and the Kiwanis Club of Atlantic City.
For more information, contact Linda McLeod at ext. 5009 or e-mail mcleod@atlantic.edu. Registration
for the culinary open house is encouraged at www.atlantic.edu/aca/visit.htm.
Health Career Planning Session Scheduled for Oct. 3
Atlantic Cape will hold a Health Career Planning Session to provide valuable tips for choosing a health
career. The session is free and open to the public, 1-2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 3, at the Mays Landing Campus,
in J-202, in conjunction with the open house and college fair.
The session will provide information on opportunities for advanced technical training and degree
programs in the health field. The session is designed for those thinking about pursuing a health career, as
well as those considering changing careers, returning to school or those currently enrolled in prerequisite
courses for an allied health degree.
The sessions will detail the educational requirements for an allied health career, clarify the training
needed to enter or advance in health care professions, review roles and responsibilities within various job
titles and explore training options and alternate career routes.
For more information, or to pre-register, call Glenda Stogel at ext. 5048, or e-mail stogel@atlantic.edu.
Tuition Reimbursement Paperwork Due Oct. 1
Support staff should send tuition reimbursement paperwork for fall 2010 classes via interoffice mail to
Kathy Fritz, CMCC library, by Friday, Oct. 1. For more information, contact Kathy at ext. 3744,
or e-mail kfritz@atlantic.edu.
Metlife Representative to Host Retirement Workshops
Keith Bermeo, financial services representative with Metlife, will hold employee retirement workshops at
the Mays Landing Campus in J-207 on the following dates:
• Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1-2 p.m. and 2-3 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 11, noon-1 p.m. and 1-2 p.m.
Contact Keith at (800) 492-3553, ext. 28036, to confirm your attendance.
TIAA-CREF Consultant to Visit Mays Landing Campus
TIAA-CREF consultant Benjamin Venturo has scheduled two visits to the Mays Landing Campus during
the fall semester. He will be available 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 28, and Tuesday,
Nov. 30, in J-207. Call (800) 842-8412 and press option “0” to make an appointment.
Careme’s Offering Lunch Specials
Careme’s Restaurant will offer a Mini Buffet Lunch Special for $8.95 per person, Tuesday-Thursday,
Sept. 28- 30; and Friday, Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 1, 4 and 5. Price does not include tax and gratuity.
Lunch reservations begin at 11:30 a.m. Call ext. 4940 to make your reservation today.
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White House Plans First-Ever Community College Summit Oct. 5
The White House will host the first Community College Summit, Tuesday, Oct. 5, to highlight the
importance of community colleges to students and the economy. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President
Joe Biden, is seeking community college success stories. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to
participate. Follow the link to learn more about the summit and how you can share your success story:
http://whitehouse.gov/communitycollege.
Scenes from Buccaneer Welcome Back Students Week.
Buccaneer Welcome Back Students Week
The college community enjoyed two days of free activities
in the Mays Landing Campus quad for Buccaneer
Welcome Back Students Week, Sept. 14-15. The events
featured airbrush artists, an inflatable rock wall, volleyball,
salsa dancing, refreshments and
plenty of free giveaways to
welcome students back to Atlantic
Cape for a new school year.
Strudels Adds P.M. Hours; Check Web for Complete Listings
Satisfy your sweet tooth! Pick up dessert from Strudels Bakery, open weekdays, when product is
available, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. and evenings, 6:30-8 p.m., starting Monday, Sept. 27. Check the website
for additional information including a list of baked goods for sale:
http://www.atlantic.edu/aca/caremes.htm. Cash sales only.
Walk for the Wounded Oct. 2
Join the “Atlantic Cape All-Stars” for a 3-mile walk along the Ocean City boardwalk for Operation First
Response Walk for the Wounded, 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at the Music Pier in Ocean City. For event
details and donation arrangements, contact Annmarie Chelius at achelius@atlantic.edu.
Continuing Education Offers Financial Workshops this Fall
A proactive approach to managing personal finances is more important than ever in today’s uncertain
economy. Financial workshops at Atlantic Cape give practical advice, from making smart investments to
retirement planning.
Retirement Planning Today offers practical advice on how to manage investment risks, how to save
money on taxes and the savings needed today to retire comfortably in the future. Classes are
6:30-9:30 p.m., two Wednesdays, starting Oct. 20, at the Mays Landing Campus, or 9 a.m.-noon, two
Saturdays, beginning Oct. 23, at CMCC.
The Thinking Woman’s Guide to Money Matters outlines strategies and solutions for overcoming financial
pitfalls and covers the psychological aspects of personal management, planning and decision-making. The
class is at 6-8 p.m., four Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 28, at CMCC.
To register, call ext. 4829 or visit www.atlantic.edu/conted.
Noncredit Offers Personal and Professional Development Options in October
You can improve your job skills, pursue a new career path or enrich your life with Continuing Education
classes at Atlantic Cape. Dozens of classes begin in October, including:
• Green Education Institute: Fundamentals of Green Building Certificate Program, LEED for
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Green Associate PLUS, Building Analyst Certification, In-Home Energy Survey Professional,
Selling Homes with Renewable Energy, Investigate the Green Job Market, Green Building
Today!, Green Seminar for Commercial Lenders and Geothermal Energy 101
• Computers & Technology: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems, Microsoft Project,
Excel and PC Repair and Upgrades
• Professional Development: EcoBroker Certification, Self-Employment Training Program,
Introduction to Grant Writing, Business Writing: Back to the Basics, and Municipal Zoning and
Planning Board Member, Sales Person in Our Economy and Academy for Notaries
• Personal Enrichment: Archery–The Basics and The Next Plateau, Fall Gardening, Hooked on
Zumba, Conversational German, Sign Language, Retirement Planning Today, Introduction to
Personal Computers for Seniors and Exploring Digital Photography
Classes are held at the Mays Landing Campus and Mays Landing East, WACC, CMCC, ISE or online.
For dates, times and fees, or to register for classes, call ext. 4829, or visit www.atlantic.edu/green.
Atlantic Cape Foundation Master Construction Plan Presentation
At a cultivation reception on Sept. 21, President Mora, Dr. Rich
Perniciaro, dean, facilities, planning and research, Stephen
Nehmad, Esq., secretary, Atlantic Cape Foundation Board,
Will Morey, Cape May County chair, Atlantic Cape Capital &
Scholarship Campaign and Doug Fraser, Atlantic County chair,
Capital & Scholarship Campaign, presented information about
Atlantic Cape’s $44 million master construction plan. The
presentation also highlighted the Foundation’s goals for the future
of Atlantic Cape. The audience included contractors, union
representatives and elected officials from Atlantic County.
HERE’S THE SCOOP
Carmen Royal, dean of students, and Bobby Royal, dean of
WACC, report that their new granddaughter, Vanessa, born six
weeks early on Sept. 5, is being
showered with lots of love from
her parents, Stephanie and Alex,
and her adoring big brother, Justin!
Stephanie with baby Vanessa and
big brother Justin.
From left: Stephen Nehmad, Esq., secretary,
Atlantic Cape Foundation Board; Dr. Peter
Mora, Atlantic Cape President; Will Morey,
Cape May County chair, Atlantic Cape Capital &
Scholarship Campaign; Dr. Rich Perniciaro,
dean of facilities, planning and research; and
Doug Fraser, Atlantic County chair, Capital &
Scholarship Campaign.
A note from Nancy Hand, accounts payable: “Thank you to all the
members of the college community who sent cards, letters and prayers on
the loss of my dear father, William Mills. He meant so much to me and
your encouragement helps me get thru this difficult time.”
A message from Josie Chivalette and Cheryl Garwood: “It seems so
easy to say thank you when what you really would like to do is reach out and touch everyone who stood
by you with friendship, love and prayers. We could never have gotten through the past year without the
love and support received from our Atlantic Cape family. So from the bottom of our hearts, thank you so
very much.”
Recent retiree Judy Niewender sends the following: “Just wanted to drop a note of thanks for all the well
wishes I received on my retirement. I was so pleased I had so many visitors at my desk to say goodbye, in
addition to well over 60 e-mails. It was also quite nice that retiree Kathy McGowan dropped by to say
goodbye. I am having such a great time, it ought to be illegal!!! In November, I am going to Paris, so I am
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trying to learn a little French (not going as well as one would hope)-lol. Again, thanks to all, everyone
was just so nice-it was truly appreciated. Au revoir!”
We regret to report the passing of former English adjunct Robin Kearns. She was 57. Robin worked for
the English department for many years. She had a true passion for education and loved teaching on all of
our campuses. Robin had great energy in the classroom, and her positive outlook on life made her a good
role model for students. She will be terribly missed by her colleagues and former students. Expressions
may be sent to Robin’s husband, Frank “Jay” Kearns, 111 Explorer Lane, Egg Harbor Township, NJ
08234.
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/pressofatlanticcity/obituary.aspx?n=robin-kearnsharrison&pid=145361633
Deepest sympathies to retiree Kitty and Richard Kalman, assistant professor, CIS, on the death of his
brother, Andrew Kalman, of Whitestone, NY.
For Rent: Brigantine yearly rental, beach block, off-street parking, 2 BR, 1 BA, sunroom, deck, granite
tops, W/D, C/A, No pets. Call Pat Loers, (609) 892 8621.
For Sale: Used baby items for sale, in excellent condition:
--Diaper Genie
--Rain Forest Swing
--Fisher-Price Jumperoo
--Rain Forest Music Mobile
Great for grandparents’ home, daycare or babysitter. All for $130 or best offer (can be sold separately).
Contact Angie Stewart at (609) 457-8816 or astewart@atlantic.edu.
Happy birthday to: Marge Mettille, Amy Shelton, Sept. 24; Ellen Parker, Sept. 29; Avon Chapman,
Timothy Mangano, Carol Mohrfeld, Oct. 1; John Atsu-Swanzy, Oct. 2; Daymis Alicea, Thomas
Clark, Barbara Mottola, Sonia Taylor, Oct. 3; Luis Olivieri, Jo-Ann Volpe, Oct. 4; Dharmesh Dave,
Oct. 5; Rosemarie Conaghy, Karl Giulian, Oct. 6; Sherwood Taylor, Oct. 7. Adjunct birthdays: Mary
Farrell, Keith Carson, Sept. 24; Richard Monteleone, Sept. 27; David Daniels, Marcella Green, Ash
Idris, Oct. 6.
NEWS FROM ATLANTIC CAPE’S OTHER LOCATIONS
Greetings from the Charles D. Worthington Atlantic City Campus
By Diana Lojweski
The Office of Community Affairs is gearing up for the 2010-2011 Public Employees Charitable
Campaign (PECC). Atlantic Cape employees have shown great dedication in years past and we look
forward to continued success in reaching beyond our fundraising goals. This year’s campaign will be
paperless in an attempt to “Go Green.” Atlantic Cape’s Foundation is included in the list of
donor-designated charitable organizations. A global e-mail will be sent to all employees detailing the start
of the campaign period and instructions on how to make contributions.
Eight students
completed surgical
tech training.
The Health Professions Institute at WACC is proud to announce the completion of
the Surgical Technician program that began Sept. 21, 2009. After nearly a year of
intense training, eight students graduated Sept. 9.
Instructors were Michael Blencowe, Linda Karp, Angela Murphy, Karen
Sherback, Alice Torres and Amy Torres. We join with Dean of Instruction Ron
McArthur and Megan Gargiulo, HPI director, with our best wishes for these
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students for success in their chosen profession.
Sept. 9 was also graduation day for Pai Gow and Blackjack students at the Casino Career Institute.
Christina Cavage, associate professor, English as a second language, reports that
Gwen McIntyre became a grandmother on June 12 to Brendley McIntyre. Son Jeff
and all are doing well in sunny California! Gwen has been out to visit Brendley twice
since her birth, but frequently “chats” with her granddaughter on Skype!
CMCC’s new picnic tables,
made from recycled plastic, are
a fine fit for warm September
days. Pictured left to right are:
John Pekich, humanities; Joyce
Thurlow, business office; and
Linda Hair, faculty support.
Brendley
Susan DePhilippis, associate professor, English as a second language, presented at
Southeast Regional TESOL Conference in Miami this week on using free online media as the basis for
teaching grammar and writing in context.
Greetings from the Cape May County Campus
by Lisa Apel-Gendron
Wow, we’ve completed four weeks of the semester already! And it’s all good!
Speaking of good, Dr. George Dailey, history, wants to make sure that all Atlantic Capers (I think
ACCCers is passé) know of his deep gratitude for the avalanche of cards, e-mails, prayers, calls, visits,
well wishes and good thoughts sent his way all summer long. George suffered a heart attack Memorial
Day weekend, and he’s been recuperating very nicely since. Undergoing cardiac rehab right now, George
has visited CMCC several times, and he looks better than ever! All the news is good, and George wants
everyone to know that the get well expressions really did help him through a difficult time. He intends to
teach several sections at CMCC next semester.
Kathleen Denice, testing, is back safe and sound from a quick jaunt to Paris. The trip celebrated the
graduation of her best friend’s daughter from Penn State. Of course, the three ladies had a marvelous time.
Replacement of the sidewalk leading to our main entrance is complete, and it looks spectacular. The job
was finished in less than a week with minimal disruption to pedestrians. A portion of the sidewalk had
collapsed, leaving a large cement divot.
Along with our sparkling new sidewalk comes a pair of picnic tables for
students to use during good weather. Tammy DeFranco and Joan Dillon,
student services, suggested that students needed some additional space to
eat, read or socialize outside. We spoke with Jen Martucci and
Dr. Pat Gentile, resource development, regarding possible funding sources,
and they suggested accessing the Leaves for Learning fund. So, we were
able to purchase two large, sturdy, wheelchair-accessible tables made from
recycled plastic from the fund established five years ago for campus
beautification. The entrance island landscaping project, set to begin this
week, is also funded by Leaves for Learning. Thank you, donors!
You may have heard that the nursing department hosted the National
League for Nursing (NLN) this week for a site review for continuing accreditation of the nursing degree
program. Since their time at the College was limited, the NLN team couldn’t make the trip to CMCC to
tour the campus. Instead,
Carol Mohrfeld, nursing department chair, arranged to have a tour of CMCC videotaped, and the video
was shown to the NLN team when they visited main campus. Smart idea, Carol!
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and once again, CMCC will partner with the Coalition
Against Rape and Abuse (CARA) to raise awareness about this vital issue. The popular and powerful
clothesline exhibit is set to go up Oct. 1 across the second floor bridge. This display is a collection of
T-shirts, all created by survivors of domestic violence, each with a poignant message about domestic
violence. On Oct. 26 at 6 p.m., CARA will once again hold a candlelight vigil in the CMCC courtyard to
honor victims and survivors of domestic violence. We encourage the college community to explore the
exhibit during October, since relationship violence is a significant problem among college-age people. If
you would like a speaker for your class, please contact Carol Realer at CARA at 522-6489.
The noncredit team has hit a home run with a new open-to-the-public workshop titled Dealing with
Difficult People. Offered the last two Friday evenings at CMCC, this class attracted well over a dozen
learners. Timely topic!
Upcoming events...Cape Regional Medical Center is holding a conference today at CMCC, and the
College’s Board of Trustees meets at CMCC, 7 p.m., Sept. 28, in room 113.
Have a worry-free weekend!
CONTINUING EDUCATION
by Sherwood Taylor
CCI on the move: CCI instructors just completed a two-day Games Protection Seminar for the Maryland
State Lottery. The two-day program was held at the Perryville State Police Barracks in Maryland. Newly
assigned personnel were exposed to invaluable information relating to oversight of gaming activities,
especially important in a state where gaming is just beginning. Program evaluations indicated that the
participants were highly satisfied with the training and would recommend it to other colleagues.
Introducing TOR (Training on Request) for Table Games
Ask about TOR (Training on Request) for table games. Busy schedules shouldn’t prevent you from taking
the tables games training you desire. Ask our program and registrations representatives about our new
TOR option. Our representatives will connect you with the table games coordinator to review your
schedule and arrange the earliest possible start date for you to begin. Please direct potential students to
Susan Lee at ext. 4829, or if they are working with One Stop, contact Trudy Mills at ext. 4814.
• General Information: As you know CCI table games classes are scheduled to begin every two
weeks based on the published schedule. The CCI team has been working hard and in a creative
mode to reduce the number of required students for a class. This effort will allow more classes to
run.
• The new TOR option allows the CCI table games coordinator to meet with an interested student
and possibly start them before the next scheduled start date, which will be decided on a
case-by-case basis.
• Registration and Program Representatives: When a potential student requests the TOR or if
you know a table games class has just started, you can recommend the TOR to a potential student
to get him or her registered faster. Contact Mary Martinez and connect the student with her. Please
do not give the student Mary’s number and ask them to call her, or transfer the call to Mary’s
extension. This process should be handled as a “hand” off. Facilitate the meeting between Mary
and the student. Escort the student to CCI or give Mary the student’s contact information for her to
call.
• Atlantic Cape Staff: Please use the selling point of the new TOR to interest students in taking
their table games with CCI. Please direct potential students to Susan Lee or if they are working
with the One Stop to Trudy Mills.
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Fall Career Training Programs: The Continuing Education fall 2010 program guide is on all campuses
and is arriving at homes. The fall edition of the guide lists numerous new career training programs offered
this fall. Carol Fraone and Trudy Mills, CE program representatives, are available to meet with
potential participants interested in our career training programs. Please direct inquiries to Carol at
ext. 5650 (East Campus) and Trudy at ext. 4814 (Atlantic City Campus).
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Turiya Abdur-Raheem, adjunct instructor of English and author of “Growing Up in the Other Atlantic
City: Wash’s and the Northside,” is featured in the HBO documentary, “Atlantic City, The Original Sin
City.” The documentary is scheduled to air at a various times over the next month, in conjunction with the
first installments of the new series “Boardwalk Empire.” Turiya was also featured in the Star Ledger
article "Atlantic City Native Believes Northside Neighborhood Still Can Be a Magical Place.”
http://blog.nj.com/iamnj/2010/04/atlantic_city_native_believes.html.
ATLANTIC CAPE IN THE NEWS
Dr. Peter Mora and Kathy Corbalis, executive director of college relations, were quoted in the
Cape May County Herald article “Atlantic Cape Shows Steady Local Growth.”
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/schools/court+house/66357atlantic+cape+shows+steady+local+growth
Atlantic Cape staff members Ellen Splaver, counselor, and Michelle Andrews, financial aid officer,
were mentioned in a Press of Atlantic City story about colleges that provide support to military personnel.
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/breaking/article_fe684706-c518-11df-a972-001cc4c002e0.html
Paige Puentes, an ACA graduate, was featured in a The Press of Atlantic City brief about her promotion
to assistant pastry chef at Icon Hospitality of Galloway.
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/business/article_39559674-c399-11df-b296-001cc4c002e0.html
Dr. Richard Perniciaro, dean of facilities, planning and research, was quoted in the Sept. 14 article
“Crime’s on decline in much of region, but violence rises in Atlantic City,” in the Press of Atlantic City.
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/breaking/article_d80ad8be-bf99-11df-979e-001cc4c03286.html
Atlantic Cape was featured in a Press of Atlantic City story as an affordable option for low-income
students who seek financial aid for college.
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/top_three/article_b5fbc198-bee0-11df-b746-001cc4c03286.html
Atlantic Cape’s receipt of a federal grant to support low-income, first-generation or disabled college
students so they can continue their education at a four-year college or university was featured in the
Mainland Journal.
Phillip Cragg, chef educator, was quoted in an Asbury Park Press article about the 17 th annual Apple Fest
in Forked River, NJ.
http://www.app.com/article/20100921/COMMUNITY/9210360/It-s-Bat-tastic-Batmobile-is-the-keyattraction-at-Apple-Fest
Cheryl Crews, adjunct instructor of art and writer/illustrator of “Sketches of Down Jersey” for the Down
Jersey Magazine, and lead teacher of Lower Township’s Youth Art Program, was featured in the Herald
Times about her Open Artist Workshop, scheduled 6-8 p.m., the second Tuesday of each month, at the at
the Cape May County Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House.
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Les Lunsford, men’s head soccer coach, was quoted in the Atlantic City Record article “Season opens
Friday.” Lunsford, who played soccer professionally for the Philadelphia Kixx and South Jersey Barons,
said Buccaneers men’s soccer is a solid team with plenty of regional talent.
ACA student Lou Solometo was featured in a Shore News Today article for taking first place at the
Chef’s Cook Off at the Cape May Food and Wine Festival, Sunday, Sept. 19.
http://shorenewstoday.com/index.php/wildwood-mainmenu/wildwood-leader/4424--last-minute-stand-intakes-top-prize-at-cape-may-cook-off.html
ACA graduate Georgeann Leaming ’99, chef at Casa di Napoli restaurant in Showboat Casino, prepared
a low-cal crab and shrimp pasta dish on MyFoxPhilly’s “Good Day” on Monday, Sept. 20.
http://www.myfoxphilly.com/dpp/good_day_philadelphia/good_day_food/Monday%27s_Menu_Chef_Ge
orgeann_Leaming_09_20_10?CMP=201009_emailshare
FROM THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
Dr. Mora was on hand to deliver welcoming remarks during the first meeting of the Atlantic Cape
Foundation for the 2010-2011 school year. Founded in 1978 as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization, the Atlantic Cape Community College Foundation is dedicated to serving the mission of
Atlantic Cape by providing financial support to the college and its students. The Foundation has gifted
over $1 million to the college and students.
Dr. Mora, Dr. Art Wexler, Dean Bobby Royal and other Atlantic Cape staff and
faculty members attended the Annual ACHLA Luncheon at Harrah’s Atlantic City
Resort. The Atlantic City Hotel and Lodging Association offers many scholarship
opportunities for our students and hosts many community events, in which the
college and students participate.
Members of The Southern New Jersey Development Council along with
Dr. Rich Perniciaro hosted a workshop at the college on Sept. 16 regarding
the state’s economy and its impacts on our service area, particularly in
education. Governmental representatives were also in attendance.
You may have heard Dr. Mora on Channel 40! Dr. Mora recorded an interview
with Lenora Boninfante for the Cape May County Update to discuss the Cape May
region and the Cape May County Campus and its fifth anniversary as well as
college initiatives for the upcoming year.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The calendar is updated regularly at http://www.atlantic.edu/calendars/index.php. Be sure to add your
events. Go to www.atlantic.edu and at the top right, click on calendars. Scroll down and at the bottom left,
select Add Event Form and submit your event!
Next CommuniCator Oct. 8
The next issue of the Atlantic Cape CommuniCator will be Friday, Oct, 8. Deadline, noon, Monday,
Oct. 4. Please e-mail your submissions to sclapp@atlantic.edu.
--Stacey Clapp, editor, with assistance
from Chelsea Pizzi
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