New faculty and staff: Fall 2015

SUNY Oswego recently welcomed tenure-track faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including, top from left, Eric Blanchard, political science; Bastian Tenbergen, computer science; Mark Baker, mathematics; Michael Veres, atmospheric and geological sciences; and Helen Knowles, political science; and front row from left, Emily Bovier, psychology; Craig Benedict, economics; Ioana Coman, computer science; and Adin Lears and Roberta Hurtado, both from English and creative writing.

SUNY Oswego recently welcomed new tenure-track faculty from the School of Communication, Media and the Arts, and new Penfield Library staff. Pictured from left are Sharona Ginsberg, Penfield Library; Christopher Sanderson, theater; and Jenny Rosenberg, communication studies.

SUNY Oswego recently welcomed new professional staff members including, back row from left, Rosemarie Pupparo, First in the World Program; Daniel Lupa, Learning Services; Elena Samson-Owen, Extended Learning; Jennifer Hill, Alumni and Development; and Sarah Wehrle, Extended Learning. Middle row, from left, are Alicia King, First in the World Program; David Senior, ADWISR Center; Elizabeth Knickerbocker, Center for Experiential Learning; Jim Kearns, Communications and Marketing; Eileen Crandall, Alumni and Development; and Danielle Masursky, Extended Learning. Front row from left are Jennifer Roxas, Career Services; Ryan O'Donnell, Alumni and Development; Nicole Pritchard and Honore Stockley, both from Business and Community Programs; Cara Plasencia, Counseling Services; and Jennifer Carter, Admissions.

SUNY Oswego recently welcomed several visiting assistant professors, including, top row from left, Jessica Harris, health promotion and wellness; Graig Arcuri, accounting, finance and law; Joseph Schwab, human development; Stephanie Wideman, communication studies; Gregory Schneider, mathematics; and Tiffany Bell, communication studies. Middle row from left are James Wyckoff, communication studies; Mitch Phillipson, mathematics; Jordan Kligerman, communication studies; Milton Loayza, modern languages and literatures; and Kathryn Hansen, linguistics. Front row from left are Steven Payne, human development; Stephanie Rugg, chemistry; Kpoti Kitissou, economics; Nandini Kar, atmospheric and geological sciences; and Jolanda Tromp, computer science.

Graig Arcuri: Graig joined the department of Accounting, Finance & Law in January as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Finance from Siena College, a M.B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, and a Ph.D. in Management at Walden University. Graig's most recent position was as an Instructor at Baruch College.

Tamika Austin: Tamika joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Waterbury Hall. She holds a B.A. in Communication Studies / Interpersonal Communication from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and a M. Ed. in Counseling and College Student Affairs from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Tamika's most recent position was as a Graduate Intern at Lackawanna College. 

Marissa Bacon: Marissa joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Seneca Hall. She holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and a M.S. in Special Education from SUNY Oswego. Marissa's most recent position was as Assistant Hall Director at SUNY Oswego. 

Mark Baker: Mark joins the department of Mathematics as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in Mathematics from Alfred University and a M.A. & Ph.D. in Biostatistics from SUNY Buffalo. 

Amy Bartell: Amy joins the department of Art as the Assistant Director of Tyler Art Gallery and Instructor. She holds a B.F.A. in Painting and Graphic Design from SUNY Oswego. Amy is the owner of A.E. Originals. 

Carlo Bell: Carlo joined Campus Technology Services in April as an Infrastructure Support Professional. He holds a B.S. in Information Systems Security from ITT Technical Institute. Carlo's most recent position was as a Network Administrator at OCM BOCES.  

Tiffany Bell: Tiffany joins the department of Communication Studies as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in Communication and Culture from Indiana University Bloomington and a M.A. & Ph.D. in Communication and Culture from Howard University. Tiffany's most recent position was as an Instructor at China Agricultural University. 

Craig Benedict: Craig joins the department of Economics as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Mathematics from Wake Forest University and a M.A. in Economics from Vanderbilt University. 

Drew Bezek: Drew joined the department of Intercollegiate Athletics in December 2014 as Head Men's Lacrosse Coach. He holds a B.S. in Business from LeMoyne College. Drew's most recent position was as Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach at Hamilton College. 

Eric Blanchard: Eric joins the department of Political Science as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Boston University, a M.A. in Political Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of Southern California. Eric's most recent position was as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Columbia University. 

Jennifer Carter: Jennifer joins the office of Admissions as an Admissions Assistant. She holds a B.A. in Graphic Design from SUNY Oswego and a M.S. in Student Affairs from Kaplan University. 

Myles Clendenin: Myles joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Scales Hall. He holds a B.S. in Childhood Education / Special Education and a M.S. in Educational Technology from the College of Saint Rose. Myles's most recent position was as a Resident Assistant at the College of Saint Rose. 

Ioana Coman: Ioana joins the department of Computer Science as an Assistant Professor. She holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science / Mathematics from Babes-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Wayne State University. Ioana's most recent position was as a Research Assistant Professor at SUNY Upstate Medical University. 

Eileen Crandall: Eileen joins the office of Development and Alumni Relations as Associate Director of Communications. She holds a B.S. in Journalism from Syracuse University S.I. Newhouse. Eileen's most recent position was as a Technical Writer at Fulton Companies.

Emmanuel Cruz: Emmanuel joined the office of Admissions in August 2014 as an Admissions Counselor. He holds a B.S. in Marketing from SUNY Oswego and a M.S. in Higher Education Enrollment Management from Drexel University. Emmanuel's most recent position was as an Admissions Recruitment Advisor at SUNY System Administration. 

Carrie Fellows: Carrie joined the department of Marketing & Management in August 2014 as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.S. & M.S. in Business Administration from SUNY Oswego. Carrie's most recent position was as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Oswego. 

Sharona Ginsberg: Sharona joined Penfield Library in June as a Learning Technologies Librarian. She holds a B.A. in English from Ithaca College and a M.S. in Library & Information Science from the University of Michigan. Sharona's most recent position was as an Instructional Technology Consultant at the University of Michigan. 

Michael "Butch" Hallmark: Butch joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Mackin & Sheldon Hall. He holds a B.S. in Human Environmental Sciences - Consumer Science and a M.A. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Alabama. Butch's most recent position was as Graduate Community Director at the University of Alabama. 

Gregory Haney: Gregory joins the department of Intercollegiate Athletics as Assistant Women's Ice Hockey Coach. He holds a B.A. in Communications from Cortland. Gregory's most recent position was as Assistant Men's Ice Hockey Coach at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

Kathryn Hansen: Kathryn joins the department of Linguistics as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from Purdue University, a M.A. in Linguistics from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Purdue University. Kathryn's most recent position was as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Oswego. 

Jessica Harris: Jessica joins the department of Health Promotion & Wellness as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.S. in Community Health Education from the University of Maine at Farmington and a M.S. in Health Promotion from the University of Arkansas. Jessica's most recent position was as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Miami University. 

Jennifer Hill: Jennifer joins the office of Development and Alumni Relations as Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from LeMoyne College. Jennifer's most recent position was as Director of Retention and Recruitment at Oswego Hospital. 

Roberta Hurtado: Roberta joins the department of English and Creative Writing as an Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in English from Ithaca College, a M.A. in English and a Ph.D. in Latina/o Literature and Culture from the University of Texas San Antonio. Roberta's most recent position was as an Adjunct Faculty at Dillard University. 

Nandini Kar: Nandini joins the department of Atmospheric and Geological Sciences as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.S. in  Geology and a M.S. in Applied Geology from Presidency College, and a Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of Rochester. 

James Kearns: James joins the office of Communications and Marketing as Video Production Coordinator. He holds an A.A.S. in Radio/Television from Onondaga Community College. James' most recent position was as a Television News Photojournalist at WSYR-TV 9.

Michelle Kent: Michelle joined the office of Learning Support Services in August 2014 as an Academic Success Specialist. She holds a B.S. in Business Management and a M.A. in Education - Sport Management from the University of Connecticut, and a M.B.A. in General Business from St. Bonaventure University. Michelle's most recent position was as Campus Wide Advisor at Morrisville State College.

Kpoti Kitissou: Kpoti joins the department of Economics as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Economics from SUNY Oswego and a M.A. & Ph.D. in Economics from SUNY Binghamton. Kpoti's most recent position was as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Skidmore College. 

Jordan Kligerman: Jordan joins the department of Communication Studies as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in English / Film from the University of Delaware and a M.F.A. in Documentary Directing from City College of New York. Jordan's most recent position was as the Founder and Senior Producer of fireKmedia. 

Elizabeth Knickerbocker: Elizabeth joined the Center for Experiential Learning in June as Outreach Coordinator. She holds a B.S. in Public Relations from SI Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. Elizabeth's most recent position was as Marketing Director for Fleet Feet Sports. 

Helen Knowles: Helen joins the department of Political Science as an Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in American Studies from Liverpool Hope University College and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Boston University. Helen's most recent position was as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Skidmore College. 

Adin Lears: Adin joins the department of English and Creative Writing as an Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in Medieval and Renaissance Studies from Vassar College, a M.A. in English from CUNY Queens College, and a Ph.D. in English from Cornell University. Adin's most recent position was as a Lecturer at Cornell University. 

Milton Loayza: Milton joins the department of Modern Languages and Literature as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in English from CUNY City College of New York, a M.A. in Theatre Arts from CUNY Brooklyn College, and a Ph.D. in Theatre Studies from CUNY Graduate Center. Milton's most recent position was as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Oswego.

Heather Losi: Heather joined the department of Accounting, Finance & Law in August 2014 as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds an A.A.S. in Accounting from SUNY Canton, a B.S. in Accounting from SUNY Plattsburgh, and a M.B.A. in Business Administration - Global Technology Management from AIU University. Heather's most recent position was as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Oswego. 

Gabriela Lozanova: Gabriela joined the office of International Education in April as Assistant Director. She holds a B.S. in Public Administration from Southwest University of Bulgaria and a M.S. in Higher/Post-secondary Education from Syracuse University. Gabriela's most recent position was as an Admissions Counselor at Onondaga Community College. 

Daniel Lupa: Daniel joined the office of Learning Support Services in September 2014 as an Academic Success Specialist. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration and a M.S. in Counseling Services from SUNY Oswego. Daniel's most recent position was the McNair Program Counselor at Cornell University.

Megan MacDonald: Megan joins the office of Campus Life as an Event Coordinator. She holds a B.S. in Psychology & English Literature from St. John Fisher College and a M.S. in Counseling Services & C.A.S. in Counseling Services/Mental Health from SUNY Oswego.

Abigail Martin: Abigail joins the department of Intercollegiate Athletics as Head Softball Coach. She holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from SUNY Cortland and a M.S. in Sport Management from SUNY Cortland. Abigail's most recent position was as Assistant Softball Coach at the University of Buffalo.

Ryan O'Donnell: Ryan joined the office of Development and Alumni Relations in May as Associate Director of Annual Giving. He holds a B.S. in Sport Management from Barry University. Ryan's most recent position was as Assistant Director of Employer Relations & Internships at Nova Southeastern University. 

Michael Paxton: Michael joins Penfield Library as a Resource Sharing Librarian. He holds a B.A. in Writing from Indiana Wesleyan University and a M.L.S. in Library Science from Indiana University. Michael's most recent position was as Interlibrary Loan & Document Delivery Supervisor at the University of Washington. 

Steven Payne: Steven joins the department of Human Development as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Florida, a M.A. in Applied Behavioral Science and a Ph.D. in Behavioral Psychology from the University of Kansas. Steven's most recent position was as an Assistant Professor at California State University, Fresno. 

Mitch Phillipson: Mitch joins the department of Mathematics as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Texas A&M University.

Cara Plasencia: Cara joins the Counseling Services Center as a Mental Health Counselor. She holds a B.S. in Child and Family Services and a M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University. Cara's most recent position was as a Residential Therapist at Cayuga Centers.

Nicole Pritchard: Nicole joined the office of Business and Community Relations in February as Project Coordinator. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from SUNY Oswego. Nicole's most recent position was as an office assistant for Project BLEND at SUNY Oswego. 

Sarah Ritchie: Sarah joins the department of Intercollegiate Athletics as Head Men's & Women's Cross Country Coach & Assistant Men's & Women's Track & Field Coach. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics from SUNY Brockport. Sarah's most recent position was as Head Men's & Women's Cross Country Coach & Assistant Men's & Women's Track & Field Coach at SUNY Brockport. 

Jenny Rosenberg: Jenny joins the department of Communication Studies as an Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in Communication Studies from the University of Iowa and a M.A. & Ph.D. in Communication Studies / Information from Kent State University. Jenny's most recent position was as an Assistant Professor at the University of Mount Union. 

Jennifer Roxas: Jennifer joined the office of Career Services in June as a Career Development Specialist. She holds a B.A. in Anthropology and Italian from California State University - Chico and a M.S. in Student Affairs and Higher Education from Indiana State University. Jennifer's most recent position was as a Graduate Advisor at Indiana State University.

David Runge: David joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Johnson Hall. He holds a B.S. in Adolescent Education and a M. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from SUNY Oswego. 

Stephanie Rugg: Stephanie joins the department of Chemistry as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Rochester Institute of Technology and a M.S. & Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Rochester.

Elena Samson-Owen: Elena joined the office of Extended Learning in April as a High School Programs Coordinator. She holds a B.S. in Secondary Education from the University of Dayton and a M.S. Ed. in General Education from Nazareth College. Elena's most recent position was as Coordinator of Concurrent Enrollment at Finger Lakes Community College. 

Christopher Sanderson: Christopher joins the department of Theatre as an Associate Professor, Director and Producer. He holds a B.F.A. in Acting from New York University and a M.F.A. in Directing from Yale School of Drama. Christopher's most recent position was as Founding Artistic and Producing Director for Gorilla Rep NYC. 

Gregory Schneider: Gregory joins the department of Mathematics as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A., M.A. & Ph.D. in Mathematics from SUNY Buffalo. Gregory's most recent position was as a Visiting Lecturer at Bryn Mawr College. 

Joseph Schwab: Joseph joins the department of Human Development as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati and a M.A. and Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Clark University. Joseph's most recent position was as an Adjunct Instructor at Clark University. 

Guy Robinson "Rob" Scott: Rob joins the department of Marketing & Management as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds an A.A.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife from SUNY Cobleskill, a B.S. in Environmental Science from Utah State University, and a M.P.A. in Public Administration from Syracuse University - Maxwell School. Rob's most recent position was as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Oswego. 

David Senior: David joined the ADWISR Center in May as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist. He holds a B.S. in Electronics Engineering from the Universidad Tecnologica de Bolivar, a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from SUNY Buffalo, and a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida. David's most recent position was as an Associate Professor at Universidad Tecnologica de Bolivar. 

Jeremy Shifton: Jeremy joins the department of Public Justice as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Psychology and Sociology from the College of William and Mary and a M.A. and Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from SUNY Albany.

Breanna Smith: Breanna joined the office of Admissions in August 2014 as an Admissions Counselor. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from Nazareth College and a M.S. & C.A.S. in Counseling Services from SUNY Oswego.

Cole Sostak: Cole joins the department of Theatre as the Theatre Venue Coordinator. He holds a B.S. in Theatre from Middle Tennessee State University. Cole's most recent position was as Event Technical Director at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. 

Nicholas Sperduti: Nicholas joined Campus Technology Services in October as a Help Desk Support Specialist. He holds an A.O.S. in Computer and Electronic Systems Technician from Alfred State University.

Honore Stockley: Honore joined the office of Business and Community Relations in January as a Business Advisor. She holds a B.S. in Business / Marketing from SUNY Geneseo. Honore's most recent position was as a marketing consultant. 

Bastian Tenbergen: Bastian joins the department of Computer Science as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Cognitive Science from the University of Osnabrueck, Germany and a M.A. in Human Computer Interaction from SUNY Oswego. Bastian's most recent position was as a Research Associate at The Ruhr Institute for Software Technology, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany. 

Jolanda Tromp: Jolanda joins the department of Computer Science as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a Propedeuse in Art & Design from Rietveld Art Academy, Amsterdam, a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Amsterdam, and a Ph.D. in Virtual Reality Design & Evaluation, Computer Science/Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Nottingham. Jolanda's most recent position was as Consultant Interface Design & Evaluation, Founder & Owner of Global Vortex Usability Services. 

Daniel Truong: Daniel joined Campus Technology Services in September 2014 as a Desktop Support Technician. He holds a B.S. in Applied Mathematical Economics from SUNY Oswego.

Michael Veres: Michael joins the department of Atmospheric and Geological Sciences as an Assistant Professor. He holds a B.S. in Geography (Atmospheric Science) and a B.S. in Geological Sciences from Ohio State University and a M.S. & Ph.D. in Meteorology/Climatology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Candace Walczyk: Candace joins the department of Residence Life & Housing as Residence Hall Director for Onondaga Hall. She holds a B.S. in History and Teacher Certification from SUNY Brockport and a M.S. in Education and Student Affairs from SUNY Buffalo. Candace's most recent position was as Residence Hall Director at Onondaga Community College. 

Charlene Walthert: Charlene joined the office of Environmental Health & Safety in October 2014 as the Shineman Center Building Manager. She holds a B.S. in Biology from Clarkson University. Charlene's most recent position was in Chemical Operations at Novelis.

Sarah Wehrle: Sarah joined the office of Extended Learning in March as Academic Planning Coordinator & Testing Coordinator. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. Ed. in School Counseling from St. Bonaventure University. Sarah's most recent position was as a Counselor and Academic Advisor at SUNY Columbia-Greene Community College. 

Stephanie Wideman: Stephanie joins the department of Communication Studies as a Visiting Assistant Professor. She holds a B.A. in Communication / Public Relations and a M.A. in Political Science / Public Administration from the University of West Florida. Stephanie's most recent position was as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Wayne State University.

Garrett Wilson: Garrett joined the department of Residence Life & Housing in January as Residence Hall Director for Cayuga Hall. He holds a B.A. in Sociology and a M.A. in American and Global History from SUNY Oswego.

James Wyckoff: James joins the department of Communication Studies as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He holds a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia, and a M.A. in Media Studies from New School University. James' most recent position was as Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York Institute of Technology, Manhattan.