Commencement Ceremony Information
May 23, 2013 - Commencement Ceremony will be held OUTSIDE under the tent on the East Campus at 4:30 PM
May 23, 2013 - Commencement Ceremony will be held OUTSIDE under the tent on the East Campus at 4:30 PM
Office Location: W204D
Office Phone: (203) 857-7363
e-mail Address:
sberizzi@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., Trinity College
J.D., University of Bridgeport (now Quinnipiac University)
School of Law
A.B., Harvard College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Member of the bar of the state of Connecticut and the
United States District Court, District of Connecticut
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
American political history, focusing on the
period from about 1750 until 1877 and with an emphasis on the
Civil War and Reconstruction; constitutional history; American
political thought, government, and the political process
Biography
Steven Berizzi is a Civil War historian who teaches United
States History I & II, American Government, and specialized
200-level history courses about the Civil War era such as HIS
228, United States History, 1850-1900; and HIS 298, Special
Topics in History: The Lincoln Years
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Office Location: E317
Office Phone: (203) 857-3351
e-mail Address:
gcapobianco@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., Fairfield University
B.A., Manhattanville College
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Biography:
Gary has taught for over ten years at the
undergraduate-level. Additionally, he conducted Human Factors
research at NASA for three years and worked in hospitality
industry management for over 13 years. He has served as Chair
of the Academic Standards Committee, a member of the college
Senate and currently teaches General Psychology, Social
Psychology, Theories of Personality and Lifespan Development.
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Office Location: E112
Office Phone: (203) 857-7119
e-mail Address:
kcoppola@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A.T., Sacred Heart University
B.A., University of Connecticut
A.S., Norwalk Community College
Area of Specialization,
Special Interest:
Administration and Leadership
CDA
Early Childhood Coordinator
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Connecticut Educational Consultant
Biography:
I began my journey at NCC as an adjunct
Instructor in 2000 teaching and coordinating the CDA (Child
Development Associate Credential) program. In
2005, I joined the faculty full time after leaving my position
as Director of the New Canaan Community Nursery School. At
NCC, I continue to work with CDA students to achieve their
credential goal. In addition I shepherd
courses in ECE Administration and Leadership that lead to the
Connecticut Directors Credential. I am
privilege to teacher the Student Teaching Practicum course which
is the capstone course for students finishing their work in
Early Childhood. I am currently the
Coordinator of the early childhood academic program.
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Office Location: E112
Office Phone: (203) 857-7116
Office Fax: (203) 857-3386
e-mail Address:
mdana-conway@norwalk.edu
e-Portfolio Address:
https://norwalk.digication.com/m.dana-conway
Academic Degrees
M.A., Hunter College
B.A., Manhattanville College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Connecticut Educational Consultant
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Infant/Toddler Care and Diversity
Biography:
Margaret Dana-Conway teaches a diverse collection of courses
in Early Childhood from theory to methods to off campus cohorts.
The work she does in the area of Infant and Toddler Care is
recognized state wide and Norwalk is one of the few community
colleges which offer such courses on this subject.
Margaret has participated and chaired committees and worked on
advisory boards along with campus searches. Having been at NCC
for 18 years has allowed for Margaret to help educate families,
not just individuals.
Office Location: H011A
Office Phone: (203) 857-7194
Office Fax: (203) 857-7098
e-mail Address:
pgallo@norwalk.edu
e-Portfolio:
https://norwalk.digication.com/p.gallo
Academic Degrees
M.A., Adelphi University
B.S., State University of New York at Cortland
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Clinical Exercise Specialist (ACSM)
Health Fitness Specialist (ACSM)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
New York State Licensed Athletic Trainer
Certified Athletic Trainer (NATABOC)
American Red Cross Instructor
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Neuromuscular adaptation to exercise, energy
expenditure of gait and physical activity promotion.
Biography
Paul Gallo has been with NCC since 2004 and is responsible
for directing the Exercise Science Program and Pitney Bowes
Foundation Wellness Center. He has designed and
implemented multiple wellness programs that promote health and
physical activity to the entire campus community. In
addition, the Exercise Science program prepares many students
for employment as entry level health fitness professionals,
exercise physiologists and strength coaches.
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Office Location: W207
Office Phone: (203) 857-3326
e-mail Address:
sglazer@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., University of Connecticut
B.A., Drew University
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Labor Economics, American and European Economic
History
Biography
Steve Glazer teaches both principles of macroeconomics as
well as microeconomics. Since August 2005, he has also
served as the advisor to Alpha Iota Nu, Norwalk Community
College's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa.
Office Location: H011B
Office Phone: (203) 857-7195
e-mail Address:
tgriese@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
A.S., Norwalk Community College
M.Ed., Springfield College
B.A., Duke University
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Health Fitness Specialist (ACSM)
Special Interest:
Inspiring motivation to take up and adhere to a wellness
lifestyle
Biography
Ty began at NCC in 1985 teaching Yoga. In the late '80's and
'90's he originated the classes we still offer in T'ai Chi,
Weight Training and Relaxation Techniques. Ty has taught
extensively in both the credit and non-credit divisions. In 2008
he moved into the position of Assistant Director of Wellness and
is thrilled to participate in the growth of wellness programming
for our campus community. In addition to his administrative and
teaching responsibilities, Ty is a resource in fitness
assessment, exercise program design and relaxation consultation
for the entire college community.
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Office Location: W222
Office Phone: (203) 857-7295
e-mail Address:
wgrodman@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
Ph.D., Hofstra University
M.A., Hofstra University
M.S.W., University of Pennsylvania
B.A., American University
Area of Specialization, Special Interest or Training
Clinical Psychology, Media Psychology
Biography
William Grodman, Ph.D. is a Professor of Psychology at Norwalk
Community College. Dr. Grodman received his Ph.D. in clinical
psychology, and is a Connecticut and New York licensed
psychologist. He has taught for over fifteen years at the
undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, he has worked
in a variety of clinical settings, including maintaining an
independent private practice. He was the host of the syndicated
radio program Conversations with Dr. William Grodman. At NCC,
Dr. Grodman teaches General Psychology I, Abnormal Psychology,
and Social Psychology. He resides in Fairfield County,
Connecticut with his wife and two daughters.
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Office location: W106H
Office phone: (203) 857-7013
e-mail address:
charker@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., St. Joseph College
B.S., University of Bridgeport
Areas of Specialization
Mental Health Clinician (children and adults): Individual and
family issues
Extensive training and practice as a Forensic Interviewer (child
sexual abuse)
Biography
Professor Harker joined the NCC faculty in 1998 as Coordinator
of the Human Services Program and Coordinator of Recreation and
Leisure Studies Program. She has been an adjunct faculty at NCC
and HCC since 1996. Professor Harker has served as the Chair of
NCC Shared Governance and Secretary of the College Senate.
Currently she is the chairs of the Social and Behavioral Science
Department and co-chair of the NEASC Self-Study. Professor
Harker has significant clinical experience in human and social
services in the community and is the Chairman of the Board of
Directors of Boys and Girls Village, Milford, CT.
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Office Location: H011
Office Phone: (203) 857-7148
Office Fax: (203) 857-7098
e-mail Address:
jlipps@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
A.S., A.S., Norwalk Community College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Member of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Member of Who�s Who Among Students in American Junior
Colleges
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED certification
Biography
Jennifer Lipps has been with NCC since 2002. She
brings extensive experience working in different departments of
the college to her position as Program Assistant in the Exercise
Science and Wellness Department. She has proven to be of
invaluable support to our college community in adopting and
maintaining healthy lifestyles.
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Office Location: E116
Office Phone: (203) 857-7143
e-mail Address:
cneisonger@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., Education, Nova Southeastern University
B.A., Education/Social Science, Puget Sound Christian College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Directors Credential, Charter Oak State College, April 2009
ECERS-Rater, Connecticut State Department of Education, 2008
TAB Approved Trainer, Connecticut Charts a Course, 2005
National Administrator Credential, National Child Care
Association, 2003
Designated Head Teacher children 3-5, Department of Public
Health, State of Connecticut, 2001
Biography
As adjunct faculty I have formed a strong connection to the
curriculum that is presented through a variety of courses in ECE
and forged relationships with the faculty and students of NCC.
In my role as Director of the Child Development Lab School I am
in the position to join my years of experience working with
children with my connection to the curriculum being shared with
adult students and effect the way that curriculum in reflected
in best practices in the CDLS. This extends the learning
potential to our adult students and provides stimulating and
dynamic environment for young children of NCC students, faculty
and the local community.
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Office Location: E116
Office Phone: (203) 857-3381
e-mail Address:
jparris@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
M.A., Sacred Heart University
B.S., Framingham State College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Connecticut Teacher Certification
Area of Specialization, Special
Interest:
Early Childhood Administration
Biography:
With over 20 years of experience in early childhood
and adult education, Joan is the Director of Early Childhood
Community Education which bridges the NCC Early Childhood
program with the broader ECE community. Joan has led the
ECE program through National Accreditation by the National
Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and has
been an Adjunct Professor in ECE at both Norwalk and Housatonic
Community Colleges. She has prior administrative
experience working in the Early Childhood field as a Training
and Technical Assistance Specialist for the Federal Head Start
program, School Readiness Coordinator in the city of Bridgeport
and an Assistant Director at NEON Head Start. Joan is a
member of the Early Childhood State Advisory Council,
representing Higher Education and chairs the workforce and
professional development committee. She is also a member
of the Education Advisory for Teacher Preparation and chairs the
Program Committee for the Norwalk Early Childhood Council.
Office Location: W212
Office Phone: (203) 857-7096
e-mail Address:
aseaborn@norwalk.edu
Academic Degrees
J.D., University of California at Los Angeles
B.S., University of Southern California
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Admitted to Practice Law in Connecticut and New York
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Juvenile Justice, Gangs, Conflict Resolution,
Restorative Justice, and Ethics
Biography:
Professor Seaborn joined NCC as a member of the full-time
faculty in 1998, and currently serves as the Criminal Justice
Program Coordinator and Criminal Justice Club Advisor. The
Criminal Justice Club is a student led organization that
provides an opportunity for individuals who are interested in
criminal justice issues to come together for discussion,
networking, and social activities. In 2008-2009, Professor
Seaborn coordinated a series of forums on gangs for high school
youth, school officials, law enforcement, and community agencies
and organizations, by collaborating with NCC students, staff,
and faculty, New York AVP trained ex-offenders, and Fairfield
County community members.
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Office Location: E112
Office Phone: (203) 857-7352
Office Fax: (203) 857-3381
e-mail Address:
jwood@norwalk.edu
e-Portfolio Address:
https://norwalk.digication.com/jenniferwood
Academic Degrees
M.S., Southern Connecticut State University
B.S., Charter Oak State College
A.S., Norwalk Community College
Professional Certifications or Licensures:
National Administrator Credential and Standard Connecticut
Directors Credential.
Area of Specialization, Special Interest:
Literacy and language development, storytelling,
curriculum/assessment, positive guidance and children with
special needs.
Biography:
I have worked in the Early Childhood Education field for 24
years, teaching preschool, directing and currently teaching
adults. As the former director of the CDLS, I was involved in
the reconstruction of our new center, the development of two new
playgrounds; curriculum/assessment enhancement and guiding the
program to achieve re-accreditation. I created and was the
program manager of the Brighter Futures Summer Transition
program. I was the co-chair of the Academic Festival for 4
years. I am a member of NAEYC and serve on our local and state
association boards. Teaching young children has always been my
life�s passion. I am fortunate and blessed to be pursuing my
dream while making a positive difference in the lives of
children, families and students. In order to enhance the
learning for my ECE students, I use my first- hand experience to
connect what the students are learning in my classes to the
actual practice in the field. Our ECE academic program has
achieved NAEYC accreditation and offers students a high quality
and comprehensive experience and education. Through teaching, I
am rewarded every day.
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Norwalk Community College
188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 857-7000