2015-2017 Candidate Information
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President:
Vice President:
Brett Pulliam*
Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment Services, Seton Hall University
P: 973-761-9669
E: brett.pulliam@shu.edu
Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment Services, Seton Hall University
P: 973-761-9669
E: brett.pulliam@shu.edu
Treasurer:
Financial Secretary:
Celia Younger (Incumbent)*
Director EOF Program, Georgian Court University
P: 732-987-2335
E: youngercd@georgian.edu
Director EOF Program, Georgian Court University
P: 732-987-2335
E: youngercd@georgian.edu
Corresponding Secretary:
Parliamentarian:
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Joelle Falaise
EOS Counselor, Drew University P: 973-408-3370 E: jfalaise@drew.edu |
Cassandra Graham*
EOF Assoc. Dir. Acad. Services & Prog. Coord., Seton Hall University P: 973-761-9648 E: cassandra.graham@shu.edu |
Public Relations Officer:
Simone Mack-Bright*
EOF Senior Counselor SAS, Rutgers University
P: 848-932-9189
E: mone@echo.rutgers.edu
EOF Senior Counselor SAS, Rutgers University
P: 848-932-9189
E: mone@echo.rutgers.edu
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Mr. Alexis Delgado
Associate Director
New Jersey City University
201-200-2395
adelgado1@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: President
Biography: Alex Delgado is currently the Associate Director of the Educational Opportunity Fund Program at New Jersey City University. Alex is a graduate of the EOF/MAP program at Rowan University where he attained his undergraduate degree in Sociology. He received his Masters of Arts in Applied Sociology from Montclair State University. Presently, Alex is pursuing his doctorate degree in the Educational Leadership Program at Rowan University.
Leadership Experience:
· Leadership experience acquired through leadership positions with EOFPANJ: Vice President, Recording Secretary, AESNJ Advisor, and CTI Chairperson.
· Served on EOFPANJ committees: Fall & Spring Conference, Constitution, Arrigo Rogers, Alumni, and Election.
· Assisted with establishing EOFPANJ Non-Profit Status
· Collaborated with former Secretary of Higher Education and Central Office leadership to ensure continued support for EOFPANJ
· Proven success in fundraising events for undergraduate and graduate students.
· Assisted in development and implementation of Advocacy Tool Kit
Statement of Interest: My candidacy for EOFPANJ President is a result of my belief in the mission and purpose of our amazing association. As EOFPANJ President, I will focus on prioritizing our advocacy efforts. In addition, I would bolster the student’s opportunities to share their stories and advocate for EOF. Moreover, our professional development conferences are vital to enhancing our skill set and professional network. I will work with the executive board, Sector Representatives, Tri-State Consortium of Opportunity Program’s Board and EOF programs to ensure we continue to provide a profound professional development experience. Lastly, I will ensure our AESNJ Student Leadership Conference continues to foster the development of our student leaders.
Goals:
· Increase the priority of our advocacy efforts. Work swiftly to develop an action plan for advocating increased funds for EOF programs
· Reestablish our student letter writing and video campaign
· Reinstate Student Day at the Capitol where student can network with state legislators
· Communicate dates for conferences, trainings, registrations, and request for proposals with advance notice
· Increase best practices workshops during our conferences and trainings that provide professionals more hands on resources to improve student retention and graduation
· Provide workshops to assist professional seeking career advancement.
· Support AESNJ leadership to create more opportunities for our students to network with each other and build strong connections
· Develop sustainable fundraising events to increase scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students
· Ensure our website is updated and make resources (e.g. Workshop presentations, best practice articles, and EOF program data) available for the EOF community
As your president, I will continue to optimize our advocacy, professional development, and support efforts to the EOF community. I will work democratically with the Executive Board to collectively achieve our goals. EOF is comprised of some of the most talented, innovative, and dedicated professionals I know. I believe in the great work you provide to EOF students, and it would be my honor to help enhance, support, and highlight the remarkable work you do.
Associate Director
New Jersey City University
201-200-2395
adelgado1@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: President
Biography: Alex Delgado is currently the Associate Director of the Educational Opportunity Fund Program at New Jersey City University. Alex is a graduate of the EOF/MAP program at Rowan University where he attained his undergraduate degree in Sociology. He received his Masters of Arts in Applied Sociology from Montclair State University. Presently, Alex is pursuing his doctorate degree in the Educational Leadership Program at Rowan University.
Leadership Experience:
· Leadership experience acquired through leadership positions with EOFPANJ: Vice President, Recording Secretary, AESNJ Advisor, and CTI Chairperson.
· Served on EOFPANJ committees: Fall & Spring Conference, Constitution, Arrigo Rogers, Alumni, and Election.
· Assisted with establishing EOFPANJ Non-Profit Status
· Collaborated with former Secretary of Higher Education and Central Office leadership to ensure continued support for EOFPANJ
· Proven success in fundraising events for undergraduate and graduate students.
· Assisted in development and implementation of Advocacy Tool Kit
Statement of Interest: My candidacy for EOFPANJ President is a result of my belief in the mission and purpose of our amazing association. As EOFPANJ President, I will focus on prioritizing our advocacy efforts. In addition, I would bolster the student’s opportunities to share their stories and advocate for EOF. Moreover, our professional development conferences are vital to enhancing our skill set and professional network. I will work with the executive board, Sector Representatives, Tri-State Consortium of Opportunity Program’s Board and EOF programs to ensure we continue to provide a profound professional development experience. Lastly, I will ensure our AESNJ Student Leadership Conference continues to foster the development of our student leaders.
Goals:
· Increase the priority of our advocacy efforts. Work swiftly to develop an action plan for advocating increased funds for EOF programs
· Reestablish our student letter writing and video campaign
· Reinstate Student Day at the Capitol where student can network with state legislators
· Communicate dates for conferences, trainings, registrations, and request for proposals with advance notice
· Increase best practices workshops during our conferences and trainings that provide professionals more hands on resources to improve student retention and graduation
· Provide workshops to assist professional seeking career advancement.
· Support AESNJ leadership to create more opportunities for our students to network with each other and build strong connections
· Develop sustainable fundraising events to increase scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students
· Ensure our website is updated and make resources (e.g. Workshop presentations, best practice articles, and EOF program data) available for the EOF community
As your president, I will continue to optimize our advocacy, professional development, and support efforts to the EOF community. I will work democratically with the Executive Board to collectively achieve our goals. EOF is comprised of some of the most talented, innovative, and dedicated professionals I know. I believe in the great work you provide to EOF students, and it would be my honor to help enhance, support, and highlight the remarkable work you do.
Brett Pulliam
Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment
Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program Seton Hall University
Title of the position you wish to run for: Vice President
Bio: Brett Pulliam currently serves as the Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment Services for the Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program (PMPDPP) at Seton Hall University. The PMPDP Program is a specialized four-year undergraduate program funded through the State of New Jersey’s Educational Opportunity Fund Program that prepares students to go into the field of medicine, dentistry, or the allied health professions. As Associate Director, he engages in enrollment activities (recruitment, admissions, financial aid) and is responsible for retention (academic, personal, and career counseling) for students within the program. Brett has held various positions within the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association; Sector-Representative, Parliamentarian, and currently serves as Treasurer of the organization. Brett also serves as Treasurer for the Tri-State Consortium of Opportunity Programs. Prior to working at Seton Hall, Brett served as an account specialist for HSBC, a major financial institution .Brett is happily married to Nicole Pulliam, an EOF alum, and they recently welcomed a baby girl, Ava Faith into the EOF family on January 20, 2015.
Statement of Interest: I am interested in running for the position of Vice President of the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association. From the moment I was approached and asked if I would be interested in assisting with the Fall Conference planning in 2005, I knew I found something special. As an active member of the Association for the past nine years, I have worked with many wonderful professionals who have helped mold and guide me, personally and professionally. During my time with the Board, I have chaired; Fall conferences, the Counselor Training Institute (CTI), served on several CTI committees, assisted with several student Day-at-the Capitol events, and served as registration chairperson for multiple Spring Conferences and Fall Conferences. The professional association does a great deal to enhance the support that each and every professional across the State of New Jersey provides their students. I would love to continue to serve an organization that promotes learning and stimulates intellectual and professional growth for its professionals. As Vice President, my goal is to work with the board in order to engage new members of the organization so they can also experience that special moment that I had. I am also interested in working with seasoned professionals to develop a mentorship program for new members. As an organization we have decades of experienced professionals preparing to retire from their positions. It would be in the organizations best interest to ensure that experience does not go to waste. To run an organization it takes work. It takes a strong group of individuals to work together towards a common goal. This is what I have always known the EOFPANJ to be and it is something I wish to continue.
Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment
Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program Seton Hall University
Title of the position you wish to run for: Vice President
Bio: Brett Pulliam currently serves as the Associate Director of Counseling and Enrollment Services for the Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program (PMPDPP) at Seton Hall University. The PMPDP Program is a specialized four-year undergraduate program funded through the State of New Jersey’s Educational Opportunity Fund Program that prepares students to go into the field of medicine, dentistry, or the allied health professions. As Associate Director, he engages in enrollment activities (recruitment, admissions, financial aid) and is responsible for retention (academic, personal, and career counseling) for students within the program. Brett has held various positions within the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association; Sector-Representative, Parliamentarian, and currently serves as Treasurer of the organization. Brett also serves as Treasurer for the Tri-State Consortium of Opportunity Programs. Prior to working at Seton Hall, Brett served as an account specialist for HSBC, a major financial institution .Brett is happily married to Nicole Pulliam, an EOF alum, and they recently welcomed a baby girl, Ava Faith into the EOF family on January 20, 2015.
Statement of Interest: I am interested in running for the position of Vice President of the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association. From the moment I was approached and asked if I would be interested in assisting with the Fall Conference planning in 2005, I knew I found something special. As an active member of the Association for the past nine years, I have worked with many wonderful professionals who have helped mold and guide me, personally and professionally. During my time with the Board, I have chaired; Fall conferences, the Counselor Training Institute (CTI), served on several CTI committees, assisted with several student Day-at-the Capitol events, and served as registration chairperson for multiple Spring Conferences and Fall Conferences. The professional association does a great deal to enhance the support that each and every professional across the State of New Jersey provides their students. I would love to continue to serve an organization that promotes learning and stimulates intellectual and professional growth for its professionals. As Vice President, my goal is to work with the board in order to engage new members of the organization so they can also experience that special moment that I had. I am also interested in working with seasoned professionals to develop a mentorship program for new members. As an organization we have decades of experienced professionals preparing to retire from their positions. It would be in the organizations best interest to ensure that experience does not go to waste. To run an organization it takes work. It takes a strong group of individuals to work together towards a common goal. This is what I have always known the EOFPANJ to be and it is something I wish to continue.
Farah Pelissier
EOF/OSP Counselor
New Jersey City University
201-200-3469
fpelissier@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Treasurer
Brief professional bio:
Farah Pelissier graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science. She holds two Master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Student Affairs (M.A.) and Business Management (M.S.) from The College of Saint Elizabeth.
Farah Pelissier is an Opportunity Scholarship Program/EOF counselor at New Jersey City University. Prior to NJCU, Farah was a Student Development Specialist at The College of Saint Elizabeth’s EOF office where she developed, organized, and executed all mentoring/leadership programs, and supervised the Graduate Assistant and student staff during the summer program. Farah also taught as an adjunct professor at the College of Saint Elizabeth, teaching a course on Academic Integration and facilitated workshops on Health Relationships Level I, II, and III.
Farah serves on the Executive Board of the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association of New Jersey (EOFPANJ) as the co-advisor of the Statewide Alliance of Educational Opportunity Fund Students of NJ (AESNJ) and assists EOFPANJ in a variety of capacities. Farah was on the board of directors of the YWCA of Essex and West Hudson County from 2010-214 serving as chair of the Nomination Committee and member of Program Development committee. Farah is an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter served as chair of Finer Womanhood Committee from 2012-2014, and is a member of the scholarship committee and member of the handbook committee.
Farah co-presented at the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association of New Jersey, Inc. 2012 Fall Conference on the Start-up Process for Mentoring programs, 2013 Fall Conference and 2014 CTI on Scholarship Search Beyond the First Year of College. Since 2008, Farah has facilitated workshops for high school seniors on College Preparation at Good Shepherd Church of the Nazarene in Newark, NJ.
Statement of interest:
I am excited to accept the nomination to run for treasurer. I have been a member of the professional association since 2008 and an executive board member since 2011. I am motivated to work on supporting our efforts for continued funding of professional development and raising funds for student scholarships.
As a board member for the past four years, I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to work alongside colleagues in various professional efforts and activities. I accepted the nomination for treasurer because I believe I have a number of valuable qualities I would bring to the position.
First, I am currently the advisor to the Statewide Alliance of EOF Students (AESNJ). I manage the finances of the yearly budget and severed as Co-chair to the 2014 fall conference. My experience with the association would allow me to step into the role quickly.
Secondly, as a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter, I served as chair of the Finer Womanhood Committee for two years. During that position, I developed our yearly budget, streamlined the proposal process, set-up standardize criteria for the awards recipients, and developed procedures for the decision making process for awards.
Finally, my professional home has been housed in EOF since the beginning of my graduate study. I can’t think of a better way to continue integrating my passion for the EOF community and dedication to the profession than through the association.
The opportunity to be more involved in the association by following Brett Pulliam as treasurer, with the solid budgeting he leaves behind, would be an honor.
EOF/OSP Counselor
New Jersey City University
201-200-3469
fpelissier@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Treasurer
Brief professional bio:
Farah Pelissier graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science. She holds two Master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Student Affairs (M.A.) and Business Management (M.S.) from The College of Saint Elizabeth.
Farah Pelissier is an Opportunity Scholarship Program/EOF counselor at New Jersey City University. Prior to NJCU, Farah was a Student Development Specialist at The College of Saint Elizabeth’s EOF office where she developed, organized, and executed all mentoring/leadership programs, and supervised the Graduate Assistant and student staff during the summer program. Farah also taught as an adjunct professor at the College of Saint Elizabeth, teaching a course on Academic Integration and facilitated workshops on Health Relationships Level I, II, and III.
Farah serves on the Executive Board of the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association of New Jersey (EOFPANJ) as the co-advisor of the Statewide Alliance of Educational Opportunity Fund Students of NJ (AESNJ) and assists EOFPANJ in a variety of capacities. Farah was on the board of directors of the YWCA of Essex and West Hudson County from 2010-214 serving as chair of the Nomination Committee and member of Program Development committee. Farah is an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter served as chair of Finer Womanhood Committee from 2012-2014, and is a member of the scholarship committee and member of the handbook committee.
Farah co-presented at the Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association of New Jersey, Inc. 2012 Fall Conference on the Start-up Process for Mentoring programs, 2013 Fall Conference and 2014 CTI on Scholarship Search Beyond the First Year of College. Since 2008, Farah has facilitated workshops for high school seniors on College Preparation at Good Shepherd Church of the Nazarene in Newark, NJ.
Statement of interest:
I am excited to accept the nomination to run for treasurer. I have been a member of the professional association since 2008 and an executive board member since 2011. I am motivated to work on supporting our efforts for continued funding of professional development and raising funds for student scholarships.
As a board member for the past four years, I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to work alongside colleagues in various professional efforts and activities. I accepted the nomination for treasurer because I believe I have a number of valuable qualities I would bring to the position.
First, I am currently the advisor to the Statewide Alliance of EOF Students (AESNJ). I manage the finances of the yearly budget and severed as Co-chair to the 2014 fall conference. My experience with the association would allow me to step into the role quickly.
Secondly, as a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter, I served as chair of the Finer Womanhood Committee for two years. During that position, I developed our yearly budget, streamlined the proposal process, set-up standardize criteria for the awards recipients, and developed procedures for the decision making process for awards.
Finally, my professional home has been housed in EOF since the beginning of my graduate study. I can’t think of a better way to continue integrating my passion for the EOF community and dedication to the profession than through the association.
The opportunity to be more involved in the association by following Brett Pulliam as treasurer, with the solid budgeting he leaves behind, would be an honor.
Celia Younger (Incumbent)
Director/EOF Program
Georgian Court University
Phone: 732-987-2355
Title of the position you wish to run for: Financial Secretary
Education: Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA
B.S. Business Administration
Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA
M.Ed. Educational Administration and Supervision
Georgian Court University, Lakewood NJ
M.A. Theology
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
Certification in Skills Development and Administration
Affiliations: Ocean County Advisory Commission on Women…….15 years
Girls Scouts, USA, Board of Directors
Caregivers of Ocean/Monmouth Counties, Board of Directors
Ethics Committee-Ocean County
Member: National Association of Professional Women
Alpha Kappa Sorority, Inc.
NJ Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
National Association of Student Personnel Administrators
EOFPANJ, Executive Board Member
Interest in serving the Association: My service to the Association has been very fulfilling. It has kept me abreast of all activities related to our programs. I have also enjoyed working with an enthusiastic group of professionals whose goal has been to make sure that the programs are up-to-date on issues that affect our students and our leadership in various roles. I feel that the work of the Board is of a philanthropic nature and serves as a conduit in connecting to political bodies, community organizations, corporations and a means for the members to share best practice initiatives with all programs. The EOFPA is one of the most respected programs in the State of NJ when it comes to advocating for support of students served by the campus programs. The Board has proven to be the “strong arm” for our programs longevity in the State and has secured its future by serving in a professional capacity and a pipeline for dispersing services.
If chosen to serve in this role, again, I pledge to continue doing my best to keep the image and integrity of the Association as it serves our constituencies.
Iris J. Espinosa, M.A.,Assistant Director of EOF
Caldwell University
973.618.3317
Iespinosa@caldwell.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Corresponding Secretary
Iris Espinosa is the Assistant Director of EOF at Caldwell University. She has been a member of EOFPANJ as the Independent Sector Representative since 2011. Iris originally caught the “EOF Bug” as an EOF student at the College of Saint Elizabeth. As a CSE girl Iris engrossed herself in many on campus leadership opportunities. Upon graduation she learned of an opening as a Student Development Specialist at Centenary College’s EOP program. Iris felt right at home working one on one with EOF students and helping them achieve their personal and academic goals. In 2008 she got the pleasure to join the conference planning board for the American Conference on Diversity. From there she felt confident enough to take the lead and chair numerous committees throughout the years. She has been a conference chair for the Counselor Training Institute held at Georgian Court University since 2012. Also, in 2012 she chaired the Moderator Committee for the Spring Conference and in 2014 she took on her biggest challenge and co-chaired the Fall Conference. On top of her duties with the current EOFPANJ board Iris is active on her campus community as the advisor for the Latin American Student Organization and a member of the Diversity Inclusion Committee.
Iris is looking forward to continuing her work on the EOFPANJ board as the Corresponding Secretary. She is well aware of the work that goes into the position and welcomes the new challenges that she knows will come. She looks forward to continuing to grow in the organization and being a part of something that benefits so many, “new jerseyans.” Iris has always believed in the mission of EOF and understands the work that is entailed when it comes to making change happen. When ask what motivates her she always replies with the same Dr. Seuss quote, “Today I shall behave, as if this is the day I will be remembered.”
Caldwell University
973.618.3317
Iespinosa@caldwell.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Corresponding Secretary
Iris Espinosa is the Assistant Director of EOF at Caldwell University. She has been a member of EOFPANJ as the Independent Sector Representative since 2011. Iris originally caught the “EOF Bug” as an EOF student at the College of Saint Elizabeth. As a CSE girl Iris engrossed herself in many on campus leadership opportunities. Upon graduation she learned of an opening as a Student Development Specialist at Centenary College’s EOP program. Iris felt right at home working one on one with EOF students and helping them achieve their personal and academic goals. In 2008 she got the pleasure to join the conference planning board for the American Conference on Diversity. From there she felt confident enough to take the lead and chair numerous committees throughout the years. She has been a conference chair for the Counselor Training Institute held at Georgian Court University since 2012. Also, in 2012 she chaired the Moderator Committee for the Spring Conference and in 2014 she took on her biggest challenge and co-chaired the Fall Conference. On top of her duties with the current EOFPANJ board Iris is active on her campus community as the advisor for the Latin American Student Organization and a member of the Diversity Inclusion Committee.
Iris is looking forward to continuing her work on the EOFPANJ board as the Corresponding Secretary. She is well aware of the work that goes into the position and welcomes the new challenges that she knows will come. She looks forward to continuing to grow in the organization and being a part of something that benefits so many, “new jerseyans.” Iris has always believed in the mission of EOF and understands the work that is entailed when it comes to making change happen. When ask what motivates her she always replies with the same Dr. Seuss quote, “Today I shall behave, as if this is the day I will be remembered.”
Leidy Negron
Clerk Typist
New Jersey City University
201-200-3355
lnegron1@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Corresponding Secretary
Brief Professional Bio: Leidy Negron received her Associate in Applied Science from Bronx Community College in 2009. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Beta Gamma Honor Society. She also achieved Dean’s List for four consecutive semesters. Currently, Mrs. Negron works as a clerk typist for the OSP/EOF program at New Jersey City University. She is also pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Psychology at NJCU. Mrs. Negron worked as a receptionist/transcriptionist for two years at a medical clinic in the Dominican Republic before relocating to the United States in 2002. Since 2002, she has served as a receptionist/surgical coordinator at a doctor’s office and a unit assistant at a foster care agency. Mrs. Negron volunteers as a youth leader and director of the Arts Department at her church in the Bronx, NY.
Statement of Interest: I am interested in the position of corresponding secretary because I want to become active in the Association. I believe my skill set aligns with the duties of the corresponding secretary. My experience with Microsoft Excel will allow me to easily update our EOF Directory. I can also manage the EOFPANJ Sun Shine Club since I already handle the coordination of our office birthday cards, get well cards, or sympathy cards. Moreover, I am versatile in any other roles or duties required by the Executive Board. I believe that my experience, work ethic, and administrative skills will make a great asset to the EOFPANJ Executive Board.
Thank you for taking time to read my statement and I look forward to your vote.
Clerk Typist
New Jersey City University
201-200-3355
lnegron1@njcu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Corresponding Secretary
Brief Professional Bio: Leidy Negron received her Associate in Applied Science from Bronx Community College in 2009. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Beta Gamma Honor Society. She also achieved Dean’s List for four consecutive semesters. Currently, Mrs. Negron works as a clerk typist for the OSP/EOF program at New Jersey City University. She is also pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Psychology at NJCU. Mrs. Negron worked as a receptionist/transcriptionist for two years at a medical clinic in the Dominican Republic before relocating to the United States in 2002. Since 2002, she has served as a receptionist/surgical coordinator at a doctor’s office and a unit assistant at a foster care agency. Mrs. Negron volunteers as a youth leader and director of the Arts Department at her church in the Bronx, NY.
Statement of Interest: I am interested in the position of corresponding secretary because I want to become active in the Association. I believe my skill set aligns with the duties of the corresponding secretary. My experience with Microsoft Excel will allow me to easily update our EOF Directory. I can also manage the EOFPANJ Sun Shine Club since I already handle the coordination of our office birthday cards, get well cards, or sympathy cards. Moreover, I am versatile in any other roles or duties required by the Executive Board. I believe that my experience, work ethic, and administrative skills will make a great asset to the EOFPANJ Executive Board.
Thank you for taking time to read my statement and I look forward to your vote.
Ruben D. Melendez
Director of EOF
Union County College
(908) 709-7088 – office
ruben.melendez@ucc.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Parliamentarian
Ruben Melendez has worked in EOF since 2003 and spent five years as Director of EOF at Hudson County Community College and the last three years as Director of EOF at Union County College. He has previous experience on the EOFPANJ executive board having spent five years as the two year sector representative and two years as Parliamentarian. Within EOFPANJ he served on various committees including Regulations Review, Fundraising, Advocacy and in his previous tenure as Parliamentarian he oversaw the most recent updates the EOFPANJ constitution.
Director of EOF
Union County College
(908) 709-7088 – office
ruben.melendez@ucc.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Parliamentarian
Ruben Melendez has worked in EOF since 2003 and spent five years as Director of EOF at Hudson County Community College and the last three years as Director of EOF at Union County College. He has previous experience on the EOFPANJ executive board having spent five years as the two year sector representative and two years as Parliamentarian. Within EOFPANJ he served on various committees including Regulations Review, Fundraising, Advocacy and in his previous tenure as Parliamentarian he oversaw the most recent updates the EOFPANJ constitution.
Cassandra Graham
Associate Director, Academic Services & Program Coordination
Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program
Phone: 973-761-9648
Cassandra.Graham@shu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Parliamentarian
I am Cassandra Graham and am employed as the Associate Director of Academic Services and Program Coordination for Seton Hall University’s Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program. If I am elected Parliamentarian, my goal will be to ensure that meetings progress in accordance with the By-Laws of EOFPANJ and parliamentary procedure in an orderly and concise manner.
Associate Director, Academic Services & Program Coordination
Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program
Phone: 973-761-9648
Cassandra.Graham@shu.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Parliamentarian
I am Cassandra Graham and am employed as the Associate Director of Academic Services and Program Coordination for Seton Hall University’s Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Plus Program. If I am elected Parliamentarian, my goal will be to ensure that meetings progress in accordance with the By-Laws of EOFPANJ and parliamentary procedure in an orderly and concise manner.
Simone Mack-Bright
Senior Counselor
SAS EOF Program
University of New Jersey Public Research Institutions Sector Rep, EOFPANJ
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
P: 848-932-9189
E: mone@echo.rutgers.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Public Relations Officer
I would like to accept my nomination for Public Relations Officer for the 2015-2017 Executive Board Term.
I believe that I would serve well as the Public Relations Officer because I am very consistent with distributing information to the EOF Community. I currently maintain the Facebook page for the SAS-EOF Program and I update the page daily with events, academic programs, scholarships, etc. I also share information on the EOFPANJ Facebook page.
I believe I would be able to prepare and distribute information to the EOF community in a timely fashion and maintain the website. I will also try to use new technology and social media tools to get the word about the organizations events.
Thank you for your consideration.
Senior Counselor
SAS EOF Program
University of New Jersey Public Research Institutions Sector Rep, EOFPANJ
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
P: 848-932-9189
E: mone@echo.rutgers.edu
Title of the position you wish to run for: Public Relations Officer
I would like to accept my nomination for Public Relations Officer for the 2015-2017 Executive Board Term.
I believe that I would serve well as the Public Relations Officer because I am very consistent with distributing information to the EOF Community. I currently maintain the Facebook page for the SAS-EOF Program and I update the page daily with events, academic programs, scholarships, etc. I also share information on the EOFPANJ Facebook page.
I believe I would be able to prepare and distribute information to the EOF community in a timely fashion and maintain the website. I will also try to use new technology and social media tools to get the word about the organizations events.
Thank you for your consideration.
*Please note the positions of Recording Secretary and AESNJ Advisor are vacant. If you would like to learn how you can assist contact Delores McMorrin at mcmorrind@mail.montclair.edu or 973-655-7347.*
**Sector representatives are elected through a separate election process in their individual sectors**