5 Year Anniversaries
Rikki Abzug, Rajesh Adhikari, Beth Barnett, Jacqueline Braun,
Joanne Caselli, Erick Castellanos, Joseph Castoro, Lewis Chakrin,
JoAnn Conti, Tibor Csokasi, Jaime DelaCruz, Heather DiGirolamo, Anthony Dovi, Cort
Engelken, Janet Faber, Scott Frees, Judith Green,
James Hoch, Michael Jackson, Robert Josic, Huiping Li,
Richard Marsh, Robin Mertz, Patricia Migliorisi, Karen Norton,
Tancy Nunez, Jeniffer Obando, Angel Perez, Edward Petkus, Jill Pierson, John Rusher,
William Russo, Jeffery Rutkowski, Debra Schultes,
Kamisha Sykes, Richard Then, Stephen Warren
10 Year Anniversaries
John Agnello, Stephen Anderson, Erin Augis, Zachary Bressler,
Joseph Cataliotti, Leonard Doorn, David Eicher*, William Gillman,
Witono Hartanto, Stephanie Jones, Robin Keller, Iraida Lopez,
Deirdre Lynch, Richard Martin, Kenneth Marus, Paula McDonald,
Robert Modafferi, Samy Mustafa, Edna Negron, Angel Otero, Rachel Pinton, Thierry
Rakotobe-Joel, Lorraine Reid*, Florence Rotella, Stephen Schur, Helene Shamash,
Elizabeth Siecke, Patricia Snyder, Maria (Madel) Tisi, Beth Walkley
15 Year Anniversaries
Dorothy Bardossas, Joseph Bergin, Rachel Budin, Linda Diaz,
Seamus Doran, Raymond Fallon, Eric Haye, Mary Long, Zoila Mayorga, Robert Mentore,
William Mitchell, Orlando Naveo, Albertina Pena,
William Pointer, Stephen Rice, Michael Riff,
Cory Rosenkranz, Debra Stark, John Thompson, Vincent Tomaselli,
Terra Vendergaw, Lorne Weems, Lisa Williams
20 Year Anniversaries
Carlo Fioretti, Sara Kuplinsky, Aidan Murray, Jefferson Sampson,
Amala Sen, Edward Sherman
25 Year Anniversaries
Leroy Blash, Johnie Burton, Martha Ecker, Thomas Herrick,
Elizabeth Jocham, Dean McCarroll, Robyn Perricelli, Susan Scher,
Merle Scordo, Patricia Williams, Mary (Joyce) Wilson
35 Year Anniversaries
Ronald Giezendanner, Theodore Goodman
40 Year Anniversaries
Paul Elovitz, Michael Fluhr, Donald Fucci, Joseph Johnson, Mitchell Kahn, Bernard
Langer, Anthony Padovano, Judith Peck, Jay Wholley
Retirees
Kathleen Austin
Kathleen “Kathy” Austin joined the college in 1996. She retired as Director of Constituent
Relations, Institutional Advancement. Kathy’s colleagues described her as “ever thoughtful,
dedicated, conscientious” and “a consistent pleasure to work with.” Kathy led the growth
and development and stewardship of the Friends of Ramapo, President’s Parents Council,
and the Summer Concert Series. She played an integral role in several college initiatives,
including but not limited to, the Distinguished Citizen Awards Dinner and the Performing
Arts Dinner Series. Kathy helped establish the Alumni Association Board of Directors as
well as the Alumni Advisory boards in all five schools and the EOF program.
Robert Bender
Robert “Bob” Bender joined the college in 1973 as an Operating Engineer. He retired from
the Facilities Management department as Associate Supervisor responsible for HVAC, Fire
Systems, Cameras and Special Projects. During his time at Ramapo, the college grew
considerably. Bob’s expertise and technical skills played a key part in the planning and
maintenance of our facility expansion, especially our Residence Halls. Bob was noted by his
colleagues for his willingness to always lend a hand.
Rosemary Benz
Rosemary Benz joined the College in 1973. She retired as a Senior Library Assistant in
December 2010. During her 37-year tenure at the library, Rosemary worked in Technical
Services, Periodicals and, until her retirement, for the circulation desk where she provided
support services. Rosemary was noted by her colleagues for her dedication to Ramapo and
willingness to help by working a flexible schedule.
Patricia Domenici
Patricia “Pat” Domenici joined the college in 1984. She retired from Institutional
Advancement as Secretarial Assistant. Pat’s knowledge of the Banner Advancement System
was not to be rivaled. She ensured seamless, accurate and timely processing of receivables,
including checks, currency, credit cards, gifts of stock, and gifts in kind. She also served as a
liaison to the Business office and was instrumental in the delivery of several Advancement
and Board of Governors-led events on campus. Pat was noted by her colleagues for her
attention to detail, reliability, sense of humor, and her personable character.
Retirees
David Eicher
David Eicher joined the college in 2001 as a Security Officer and was quickly promoted to
Senior Security Officer. David's professional background included service as a Class II
Special Police Officer for the Borough of Ringwood. His colleagues noted his
professionalism and his service oriented approach to his work. David received an award for
"Exceptional Service", along with other officers in responding to a fire at the Linden Hall
residence on November 7, 2007.
Helen Kelly
Helen Kelly joined the college in 1982. She retired from Athletics as Secretarial Assistant.
Helen was instrumental in the college’s research and reporting for the National Collegiate
Athletic Association as well as the U.S. Government Equity in Athletics Report. Helen’s
kind support and leadership in managing the Athletics office was lauded by her colleagues as
was her dedication to ensuring the success of the College’s sports programs, student athletes,
coaches, and the coordination of the Annual Student Athletes Sports Award Banquet.
Chen Keong
Chen Keong joined the college in 1979. He retired from the Business Office as Accountant
2. Early in his career with Ramapo he also worked at the Newark Public Library on
Saturdays. Chen taught at William Paterson in the 1980’s and was recognized for having
supported and helped raise funds for the Foundation and scholarships. Chen’s colleagues
described him as highly skilled, methodical, and detail-oriented, three traits that were of
great value to his unit’s operations.
Sevanti Manandhar
Sevanti Manandhar joined the college in 1988. She retired on June 1, 2011, as Principal
Library Assistant in the George T. Potter Library. For many years, Sevanti led the delivery
of services for the circulation desk including but not limited to the training of all library
student assistants, and the preparation of books, periodicals, and master’s theses for the
bindery. Colleagues describe Sevanti’s commitment to Ramapo and, to the students
especially, as unwavering.
Doris Mills
Doris Mills joined the college in 1988. Doris retired from the facilities Management
department as a Housekeeper and as a Ramapo alum. She graduated from Ramapo with a
BA in Social Science and two minors - Africana Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies
in May 2007. Doris is currently pursuing her Masters in the college’s MALS program.
Doris was described by her colleagues as a compassionate, thoughtful and impressive
individual whose dedication to learning was endless.
Retirees
Marilyn Morello
Marilyn Morello joined the college in 1985 as Clerk Typist and over the years was
promoted up to Technical Assistant in Health Services. Marilyn also served as the
Women’s Tennis Coach for many years. Marilyn’s colleagues noted that she ensured that
all students and staff that sought assistance from Health Services were treated with dignity
and care. She supported the many initiatives of the Center as it grew in both programming
and patient care.
Janet Murphy
Janet joined the college in 1989. She retired as Secretarial Assistant in the School of
Contemporary Arts. Janet’s responsibilities included direct support to the Dean, data
gathering and report writing, communication, and liaising with faculty and students. Janet’s
personable and helpful character was noted by her colleagues and students as was her
historical expertise of the college, a resource that was of great value to the School and its
faculty.
Lorraine Reid
Lorraine “Laurie” Reid joined the college in 2001. She retired from Business Services as
Principal Clerk Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable. Laurie was primarily responsible for
processing payments to external vendors and providing prompt reimbursements for
employees. Laurie was noted for her conscientiousness, always demonstrating a
mindfulness of college policy and NJ State Laws and Regulations in managing
transactions. Laurie was integral to the operations of the college and her “can do” attitude
will be missed.
Janet Williams
Janet joined the College in 1994. She retired as Secretarial Assistant in the President’s
Office. Janet was a consistent and steady force in ensuring that the office was always
student-centered and running smoothly. Janet’s diligence and commitment to quality
enhanced many programs at the college, including but not limited to, the Russ Berrie
Awards for Making a Difference, Commencement, Convocation, Board operations,
Founders Day and Remembrance Day. Janet’s colleagues noted that her quick wit,
attention to detail, and willingness to lend a hand were just a few of the countless
wonderful attributes that she brought to the College.
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