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OFFICE OF THE CAMPUS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Kimberly Hogan, Interim CEO (effective April 2022)
B.S. in Business Administration, Glassboro State-Rowan University of N.J.
M.S. in Educational Leadership, Central Connecticut State University
Corey Martell, Executive Assistant
A.S., Three Rivers Community College
Stacey Burgess, MxCC Foundation Accounting Associate
B.S. in Accounting, St. Joseph College
B.S. in Management, St. Joesph College
Paul Carmichael, Director of Institutional Research
B.A. in Philosophy & History, McGill University
M.A. in Social Work, State University of New York at Stony Brook
Ph.D. in Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University
David England, Dean of Institutional Effectiveness
B.A. in English, University of Texas
M.A. in English, University of Texas
Ed.D. in Educational Administration, Texas A&M University
Trenton Wright, CFRE, CEcD, Coordinator of Institutional Advancement
Coordinator of the Magic Food Bus
B.A. in English, Eastern Connecticut State University
M.P.A. in Public Affairs, University of Connecticut
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
Tracy Ariel, Director of Advanced Manufacturing
B.A. in Psychology and Communication, Westfield State University
M.S Business/HR Management, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Emily DeToro, English Support Specialist
B.A. in English and Philosophy, Central Connecticut State University
M.A.L.S. in Humanities, Wesleyan University
Landi Hou, Computer Support Specialist
B.S. in Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing
M.S. in Computer Science, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Kaara Koplowitz, Gear Up Program Director
B.A. in Sociology, Central Connecticut State University
M.S. in Organizational Leadership, Southern New Hampshire University
Amy Levensaler, Credentialed Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Technician Specialist (Anesthesia and Analgesia)
A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology, Becker College
Betty Riedinger, Science Lab Supervisor
A.S. in Chemical Engineering Technology, Hartford State Technical College
A.S. in General studies, Middlesex Community College
Kimberly Riordan, Mathematics Support Specialist
A.S. in General Studies, Middlesex Community College
B.A. in Mathematics, Central Connecticut State University
Michele Rousseau, College Career Pathways Coordinator
B.S. in General Studies – Concentration in Literature, Charter Oak State College
M.A. in Integrated Health and Healing, The Graduate Institute
James Susco, Ophthalmic Design & Dispensing Lab Technician
A.S. in Ophthalmic Design & Dispensing, Middlesex Community College
B.S. in General Studies, Charter Oak State College
CENTER FOR NEW MEDIA
Richard Lenoce, Director of the Center for New Media and Professor of New Media Studies
B.S. in Communications, Ithaca College
M.S. in Instructional Technology, Southern Connecticut State University
Todd Levesque, Media Operations Specialist
M.A. in Educational Technology, University of Connecticut
B.A. in Telecommunications, New England Institute of Technology
A.S. in Video and Radio Production, New England Institute of Technology
Daniel Nocera, Coordinator of Center for New Media Productions
B.S. in Television & Radio Production, Ithaca College
M.A.L.S. in Film, Wesleyan University
Elena Sanchez, Educational Assistant, Center for New Media
Monique Simon, Educational Assistant, Center for New Media
LIBRARY & LEARNING COMMONS
Melissa Behney, Directory of Library & Learning Commons Services
M.L.S, (Master of Library Science), Southern Connecticut State University
B.A., Anthropology, Connecticut College
Wei Cen, Librarian
B.E. in International Trade, Zhejiang Gongshang University
Masters in Applied Linguistics, East China University of Science and Technology
M.L.S. (Master of Library Science), Southern Connecticut State University
Sandra Couture, Educational Technology Specialist
A.S. in Graphic Design, Tunxis Community College
B.F.A. in Graphic Design, University of Connecticut
Lisa Gangone, Educational Assistant
A.S. in Business Administration, Middlesex Community College
B.S. in Communications, Central Connecticut State University
Yi Guan-Raczkowski, Director of Distance Learning/Education Technology
B.S. in Electronics, Beijing Normal University
M.S. in Educational Media and Technology, Indiana State University
Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Connecticut
Lisa Gugliotti, Digital/Systems Librarian
M.L.S. in Information and Library Science, Southern Connecticut State University
B.S. in Business Administration/Marketing, University of Connecticut
Donovan Reinwald, Reference & Instruction Librarian
B.A. in English, University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
M.L.I.S. in Library & Information Studies, University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
DEAN OF ACADEMIC & STUDENT AFFAIRS
Donna Bontatibus, Interim Dean of Academic & Student Affairs
B.A. in English, Albertus Magnus College
M.A. in English, University of Rhode Island
Ph.D. in English, University of Rhode Island
Emily M. Canto, Counselor
B.A. in Psychology/Sociology, North Adams State College
M.Ed. in Counseling, University of New Hampshire
Rachelle Figueroa, Academic Affairs Associate
B.A. in Cultural Geography, CCSU
Peter Galgano, Veterans Outreach Coordinator
Veterans Club Advisor
Sara Hanson, Associate Dean of Student Affairs
B.A. in Political History, Western Connecticut State University
M.S. in Organizational Leadership, Argosy University
Linda Ansarra, Administrative Assistant
A.S., Charter Oak State College
B.S. in Management and Organization, Central Connecticut State University
M.B.A. in Business Analytics, Central Connecticut State University
Carolyn Innocenzi, Evening Administrator, MxCC@Platt
A.S. in Business Administration, Gateway Community College
B.S. in Business Administration-Management, University of New Haven
M.S. in Counseling, Southern Connecticut State University
Janet Klinck, Director of Student Activities
B.S. in Health Services Administration, Providence College
Sarah Perez, Assistant to the Dean
B.A. in Urban Studies, University of Connecticut
M.S.W. in Social Work, University of Saint Joseph
Hilary Phelps, Learning Disabilities Specialist
B.S. in Psychology, Trinity College
M.S. in Early Childhood Education, Central Connecticut State University
DEAN OF ADMINISTRATION
Lillian Baruffi, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Administration
B.S. in English, Bates College
Valerie Cooper, Associate Director of Finance & Administration
B.S. in Accounting, Grambling State University, Grambling
MBA concentrating in Accounting, University of New Haven
Nancy Walter, Event & Room Scheduler
BA in Physical Education and Health, University of Mount Union
Administrative Secretarial Certificate for College Graduates, Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School
JoAnn Hernandez-Sierra, Bursar
B.B.S., Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico
M.B.A., Universidad del Turabo
Kiomara Oliveras, Financial Clerk
A.S..Administrative Assistant, Gateway Community College
Certificate, Medical Administrative Assistant, Gateway Community College
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Steven Chester, Building Maintenance Supervisor
Mark Zimmitti, General Trades Worker
Jacob Caparaso, Skilled Maintainer
MARKETING
Yvonne Page, Graphics Specialist and Web Developer
A.S. in Fine Arts, Middlesex Community College
B.A. in Applied Arts, Charter Oak State College
Susan Perl, Social Media
Certificate in Multimedia, Middlesex Community College
M.A.T., Rhode Island School of Design
Victoria Seidl, Marketing & Development Associate
B.A. in Communications, Quinnipiac University
ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SHARED SERVICES)
Alison Buckley, Vice President of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs, Connecticut State Community College
GUIDED PATHWAYS ACADEMIC ADVISING
Michael Buccilli, Associate Vice President of Student Success Management
Licella Arboleda, Regional Advising Director, Capital-East Region, Connecticut State Community College
Elizabeth Slupksi, Campus Advising Lead
B.S. in Business Administration & Spanish, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
M.A. in International Training & Education, American University
Lynne Alexander, Guided Pathways Advisor I
A.A. in Liberal Arts & Sciences, Manchester Community College
B.S. in Allied Health Sciences, University of Connecticut
B.A. in English, University of Connecticut
B.A. in Women’s Gender, and Sexuality Studies, University of Connecticut
Ricardo Barrett, Counselor
B.A in History, Southern Connecticut State University
M.S in Higher Education, California State University, Fullerton
Neal Botting, Office Assistant
A.S. in Business Administration, Middlesex Community College
Aquia Brown-Welch, Guided Pathways Advisor I
A.A. in Psychology Studies, Middlesex Community College
A.A. in Spanish Studies, Middlesex Community College
B.S. in Psychology – Social/Behavioral Concentration, Charter Oak State College
M.S. in Organizational Effectiveness & Leadership – Business Concentration, Charter Oak State College
Rebecca Crocker, Guided Pathways Advisor I
A.S. in Studio Arts Design, Gateway Community College
B.F.A. in Graphic Design, University of New Haven
Evelyn Garcia, Guided Pathways Advisor I
B.A. in Early Childhood Education, Salem State University
M.E.D. (Masters of Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs), Salem State University
Anton Pettiford, Guided Pathways Advisor I
A.S. in Criminal Justice, Manchester Community College
B.A. in Criminal Justice, University of Hartford
Hunter Tashea, Guided Pathways Advisor I
A.S. in Business Management, Three Rivers Community College
B.S. in Business Administration, Eastern Connecticut State University
Patrick Veronneau, Guided Pathways Advisor II
B.A. in History, Western New England College
M.S. in Education, University of Bridgeport
Jordane Virgo, Guided Pathways Advisor I
B.S. in Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut
ENROLLMENT SERVICES
Gayle Barrett, Associate Vice President of Associate Vice President for Enrollment and Retention Services, Connecticut State Community College
Tamika Davis, Associate Vice President for Recruitment, Admissions and Community Outreach, Connecticut State Community College
Joanne Faust, Registrar
A.S. in Business Office Technology/Executive Secretary, Middlesex Community College
A.S. in Business Office Technology/Medical Secretary, Middlesex Community College
A.S. in General Studies, Middlesex Community College
B.G.S. in General Studies/Arts & Humanities Concentration, University of Connecticut
Melissa Hall, Enrollment Services Assistant
A.S. in General Studies, Middlesex Community College
B.A. In Biology, University of Connecticut
Lauren Katusha, Assistant Director of Admissions
A.S. in General Studies, Middlesex Community College
B.S. in General Studies (Concentration in Organizational Leadership), Charter Oak State College
Joy Thompson, Enrollment Services Assistant
A.S in Medical Assisting, Quinebaug Valley Community College
A.S. in General Studies, Manchester Community College
B.S. in General Studies/Concentration in Psychology and Community Health, Charter Oak State College
FINANCIAL AID
Steve McDowell, Associate Vice President for Financial Aid Services and Title IV Compliance, Connecticut State Community College
Irene D. Martin, Director of Financial Aid Services
B.A. in Interdepartmental Science, American International College
M.A. in College Student Personnel, Bowling Green State University
Michael Amouzou, Associate Director of Financial Aid
A.S. in Sciences-General, Hostos Community College
B.S. in Business Administration/Public Accounting, Pace University
M.S. in Communication, Central Connecticut State University
Lora Wymer, Secretary 2
A.S. in Business Office Technology/Executive Secretary, Middlesex Community College
HUMAN RESOURCES (SHARED SERVICES)
Kimberly Carolina, HR Manager, Capital-East Region, Connecticut State Community College
Frances Leon, HR Generalist, Capital-East Region, Connecticut State Community College
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SHARED SERVICES)
Annie Scott, Director of Information Technology
B.A., Connecticut College
Michael Cavanaugh, Audio/Visual Media Assistant
A.S., Middlesex Community College
Christopher A. Grande, Information Technology Technician 2
A.S., Middlesex Community College
Joseph Macknicki, Information Technology Technician 2
A.S., Manchester Community College
Yvonne K. Rubin, Information Technology Technician 2
A.S., Middlesex Community College
James Wyskiel, Network Manager
A.S., Middlesex Community College
This page was updated 7/1/21
