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BerkeleyPRAssetPress ReleaseXMLRecent Releases01000TrueFalseNewsroomBerkeleyPRAssetPress+ReleaseXMLRecent+Releases01000TrueFalseNewsroom139094Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/31/201420147/31/201420147/31/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 31, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE® TO HOST VIRTUAL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM, EMPOWERING WOMEN TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL Berkeley College Online® will host “Sparking Insight! A Virtual Women’s Leadership Symposium” on October 8 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Participants in this online seminar will gain leadership insight from five global speakers via presentations, moderated discussions and question-and-answer periods. “When critical ‘aha’ moments occur in our lives, it’s important to recognize them. This symposium is designed to help women identify, understand and utilize these moments that can spark personal and professional growth,” said Carol Smith, Berkeley College Assistant Provost, Online. The symposium includes a companion discussion guide that will help enhance meaningful online conversations around the topics of leadership and perseverance; purpose and passion; confidence; courage; and personal branding. A LinkedIn Symposium Group <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=6714906&trk=anet_ug_hm" title="This is an open group">Sparking Insight: A Network for Professional Women</a> will provide ongoing networking opportunities for businesswomen. Following is the round-up of presenters and topics: Confidence <img alt="" height="225" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_ADver.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="150" /> Alyssa Dver, Founder and CEO of international consulting firm Mint Green Marketing. Ms. Dver is the Chief Confidence Officer at the American Confidence Institute and works with other thought leaders to uncover the true causes and effects of confidence. She is an in-demand keynote speaker at such venues as The World Diversity Summit at the United Nations, The Women’s Congress and The Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_ADver.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_ADver.jpg</a> Courage and Career <img alt="" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_JMarenco.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="150" /> Julissa Marenco, Vice-Chair of The Children’s National Medical Center Public Policy and Advisory Board Foundation and Trustee of The American Council of Young Political Leaders. A seasoned communications and television executive, Ms. Marenco currently serves on the National Association of Broadcasters Educational Foundation Board. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_JMarenco.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_JMarenco.jpg</a> Personal Brand <img alt="" height="225" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_LEverett.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="150" /> Lesley Everett, professional keynote speaker and expert on personal branding and perception management. Ms. Everett has presented her Walking TALL Methodology in 24 countries across five continents and has been featured on CNBC, CNN, CBS and Fox Business News, in addition to appearing on BBC News in the United Kingdom. Her clients include The United Nations, Bank of America and General Electric. She currently serves as President of the <a href="http://www.globalspeakers.net/presidents-message/">Global Speakers Federation</a>. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_LEverett.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_LEverett.jpg</a> Leadership and Perseverance <img alt="" height="225" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_SGreene-Golden.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="150" /> Sharon Greene-Golden, CRCST, FS, President of <a href="http://www.iahcsmm.org/">the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM)</a> and Sterile Processing Manager, Bon Secours- DePaul Medical Center, Norfolk, VA. Ms. Greene-Golden is the recipient of numerous IAHCSMM awards and distinctions and has presented at national, regional and international conferences. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_SGreene-Golden.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_SGreene-Golden.jpg</a> Purpose and Passion <img alt="" height="204" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_KMusa.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="150" /> Khuraira Musa, President and Creator of <a href="http://www.khurairacosmetics.com/">Khuraira Cosmetics</a>, which is headquartered in Tenafly, NJ. Ms. Musa has worked as a celebrity makeup artist for more than 20 years. After losing her mother at birth and being raised in an orphanage in Africa, she relocated to the United States to pursue her education and passion for makeup. Ms. Musa strongly believes in giving back to society and her company supports breast cancer survivors, sickle cell anemia, and the education of African children. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_KMusa.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_WSymposium_KMusa.jpg</a> The cost of this full-day symposium is $49. Click <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/sparkinginsight">here</a> to register and for more information. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. The College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the 2014 Online Bachelor Degree category rankings. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. -end-   000Berkeley College Online® to Host Virtual Women’s Leadership SymposiumPress Release139092Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/31/201420147/31/201420147/31/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 31, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS BILL DIMASI AS VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING Bill DiMasi has been named Vice President, Marketing, at Berkeley College. In this role, he will drive the efforts of the College to promote its Mission and Values through conceptualizing and implementing marketing strategy, including market research and advertising. “Mr. DiMasi has more than 18 years of experience in the marketing industry, on both the agency and client side,” said Timothy D. Luing, Berkeley College Board Member and Senior Vice President, BES Inc. “His experience will be an asset as Berkeley College continues to promote its Mission – empowering students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.” Mr. DiMasi joined Berkeley College in 2007 as Marketing Manager and was named Associate Vice President, Marketing, in 2012. He previously served as Marketing Manager with North Jersey Media Group in Hackensack, NJ; Marketing Communications Specialist with United American Energy Corp. in Woodcliff Lake, NJ; and Account Executive with Alcone Marketing Group, based in Darien, CT. Mr. DiMasi is a member of the Direct Marketing Association and the American Marketing Association. He is a graduate of Leadership Berkeley, an internal training program that enhances leadership skills. He holds a BS in Marketing/American Studies from Rutgers University; a Webmaster Certificate from New Jersey Institute of Technology; and a Mini-MBA in Digital Marketing from the Rutgers Center for Management Development. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="232" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_DiMasi_073114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Bill DiMasi has been named Vice President, Marketing, at Berkeley College. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_DiMasi_073114.jpg 000Berkeley College Appoints Bill DiMasi as Vice President of MarketingPress Release139091Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/30/201420147/30/201420147/30/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;">BERKELEY COLLEGE EXHIBITS ART WITH QUALITY - THE</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">WORK OF THE BROOKLYN STREETCAR ARTISTS’ GROUP </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artists from the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists’ Group (BSAG) at the Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY. This exhibit is now on display and will continue through September 30. The gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, and on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. “If you’re looking for quality artwork, it’s right here, “said Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Curator. “These talented artists exhibited with us at our Brooklyn location in mid-2013 and when their work was highly praised, we brought them back again. I, personally, view their art as among the best in this area.” Founded in 2009, BSAG found a home in Coney Island Hospital, Brooklyn, maintaining a gallery year-round with three to four rotating shows annually. BSAG also works with local schools, showing students’ work between regular exhibitions. It has grown to become one of the premier organizations in Brooklyn to exhibit the work of current artists. The BSAG artists are much sought after, as is evident by the demand for their paintings by galleries, business organization, corporations and private collectors. For more information about the BSAG artists and the exhibit, contact Mr. Keiber at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="147" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistHerbAlwais_080114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: “Canadian Sunset,” an acrylic by Herb Alwais, one of the featured artists from the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists’ Group with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, now through September 30.   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistHerbAlwais_080114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistHerbAlwais_080114.jpg</a>                                                                       - end -    000Berkeley College Exhibits Art with Quality - the Work of the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists' GroupPress Release139090Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse7/30/201420147/30/201420147/30/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PLAYER RODNESHA DIAMOND COMPETES IN CBC CHAMPIONSHIP The Berkeley College New York Women’s Basketball team has solidified itself as one of the United States Collegiate Athletic Conference’s (USCAA) premiere squads. The team comes off its second straight season of qualifying for at least the semifinal round of the USCAA National Women’s Basketball Tournament. Winning a National title will once again be a primary goal during the 2014-2015 campaign, and for one member of the Women’s Basketball team, preparation is already underway. Knights player Rodnesha Diamond, who was honored with the Coaches Award at the Berkeley College Athletic Banquet this May, recently represented her native country, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, in the Caribbean Basketball Confederation (CBC) Championship, also called Caribebasket. Ms. Diamond currently resides in Brooklyn, NY. The CBC Championship is a basketball tournament sponsored by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) during which National teams from the Caribbean seek to earn berths to the Centrobasket Championship. Winning squads compete for spots in the FIBA Americas Championship, through which they can advance to the FIBA World Championships or Olympics. Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, believes this experience will greatly benefit Ms. Diamond. “Rodnesha has competed against a plethora of great players in these games, including those who have played at the Division I and II levels and some who have professional basketball experience,” said Coach Tomlinson. “Competing has allowed her to display her talents to the world, and she will gain tremendous confidence heading into her upcoming season at Berkeley College. I’m excited for her, and proud of her initiative.” The Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team will begin its season on the road the weekend of November 8-9, when the Knights will take on Southern Maine Community College and the University of Maine at Machias on back-to-back afternoons. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Women's Basketball Player Rodnesha Diamond Competes in CBC ChampionshipPress Release139087Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse7/29/201420147/29/201420147/29/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 29, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK MEN’S BASKETBALL PLAYER NAMED TO HVIAC WINTER-SPRING ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM The Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) recently announced that Berkeley College guard Alexander Loniakan was one of 90 student-athletes named to its 2014 Winter-Spring All-Academic Team. Mr. Loniakan is a native of Gothenburg, Sweden. Instituted by the HVIAC during the 2010-2011 season, the All-Academic Team is comprised of student-athletes who excel both on the court or field and in the classroom. “Alex is a phenomenal student who is very dedicated to his studies,” said Chris Christiansen, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New York, and Assistant Chair, Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business. “His diligent efforts in school will make his transition into the workforce smooth and successful. As it pertains to his athletic ability, Alex has always served as a great teammate and influence. He was a hard worker who always kept the mood light. Our club is going to miss his contributions next season.” Mr. Loniakan, an International Business major, currently holds a 3.9 grade point average. He is scheduled to graduate in August. In March, he was tabbed by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association as a member of its Academic All-American Team for the 2013-2014 season. The HVIAC All-Academic Team consists of student-athletes who have reached sophomore academic standing and have earned a 3.5 cumulative grade point average or better at the conclusion of the spring semester. Players must participate in a HVIAC winter or spring sport including men’s and women’s basketball, women’s swimming, men’s volleyball, men’s tennis, softball and baseball. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="243" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Loniakan_072914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student-athlete Alexander Loniakan has been named to the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference 2014 Winter-Spring All-Academic Team. Mr. Loniakan is a native of Gothenburg, Sweden. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Loniakan_072914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Loniakan_072914.jpg</a></div>  000Berkeley College New York Men's Basketball Player Named to HVIAC Winter-Spring All-Academic TeamPress Release139083Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/28/201420147/28/201420147/28/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 28, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   NEW BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREES IN ACCOUNTING, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, AND HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT AT BERKELEY COLLEGE OFFER STUDENTS IN NEW JERSEY GREATER COURSE FLEXIBILITY Berkeley College in New Jersey now offers Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees in Accounting and International Business through the Larry L. Luing School of Business and in Health Services Management through the School of Health Studies. Berkeley College also offers Bachelor of Science degrees in these disciplines. “Students pursuing BBA degrees can choose more electives, allowing them to take additional courses in their major or in other business areas,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “The BBA degree may be an attractive option for students who have earned an Associate’s degree at a two-year college.” Accounting The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_business/accounting.htm#page=bba">Accounting program</a> at Berkeley College prepares students for a range of career opportunities with accounting firms, with public and private companies, and with numerous other types of organizations. Participation in student chapters of professional associations, student clubs, and <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/berkeley_today/berkeley_today_story_8301.htm">alumni</a> interaction can help students make important industry connections. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants is projected to grow 13 percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. The BBA in Accounting is offered at Berkeley College in Newark, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, and through Berkeley College Online®. International Business The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_business/degree_program_1503.htm#page=bba">International Business program</a> at Berkeley College provides an integrated foundation in international trade, marketing, finance, and management that focuses on global business practices. In addition, <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/berkeley_today/berkeley_today_story_7993.htm">students</a> complete global business simulation projects and may participate in Model United Nations conferences with students from around the world. At a <a href="http://www.uscib.org/index.asp?documentID=4684">Growth, Jobs and Prosperity in the Digital Age 2014</a> conference, which was co-sponsored by the United States Council for International Business, participants discussed how emerging technologies create the potential for new business opportunities, economic growth and job creation. The BBA in International Business is offered at Berkeley College in Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, and through Berkeley College Online®. Health Services Management The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_health_studies/degree_program_1510.htm#page=bba">Health Services Management program</a> prepares students with the important business and technology skills needed for positions in such areas as administration, insurance, billing, and management. Graduates may pursue positions with hospitals, physicians’ offices, clinics, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and numerous other types of healthcare-related facilities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=SdsLI_N03w0">healthcare professions</a> are among the fastest growing occupations, with the healthcare and social assistance sector accounting for nearly a third of the nation’s projected job growth from 2012 to 2022. The BBA in Health Services Management is offered at Berkeley College in Dover, Newark, Woodbridge and through Berkeley College Online®. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000New BBA Degrees at Berkeley College Offer Students in New Jersey Greater FlexibilityPress Release139079Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/28/201420147/28/201420147/28/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 28, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CHAIRMAN APPOINTED TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BUSINESS COUNCILOF NEW YORK STATE Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Berkeley College, has been appointed as a member to the Board of Directors for The Business Council of New York State, Inc. “I am excited to join the board of The Business Council of New York State with its 100-year history. I look forward to contributing to the Council’s mission, which includes building a skilled workforce and creating economic growth in the State," Mr. Luing said. “Berkeley College has grown from its initial Midtown Manhattan location in 1936 to having three New York locations today that also include White Plains and Brooklyn. We are committed to serving the business community and preparing graduates for successful careers.” “The Business Council is pleased to welcome Mr. Luing to our Board of Directors. His expertise will greatly contribute to, and help shape, The Council’s mission to create economic growth, good jobs and strong communities,” said Heather C. Briccetti, Esq., President and CEO of The Business Council of New York State, Inc. Mr. Luing has served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Berkeley College since 2001. He began his career at Berkeley in 1988 and served as President of the New Jersey locations for 10 years prior to being elected Chairman. He received an MBA in Marketing from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Math and Computer Science from Dartmouth College. Berkeley College is a regionally accredited, privately held college with more than 8,000 students at nine locations in New York, New Jersey and Berkeley College Online®. The student body is diverse, with more than 900 international students enrolled. Berkeley College offers Certificates and Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in career-oriented business and allied health fields. The Business Council of New York State, Inc. is a statewide business organization whose membership base encompasses businesses — ranging from Fortune 500 to small business, Chambers of Commerce, non-profits, and educational institutions, and more — working to create economic growth, good jobs and strong communities across New York. It advocates for policies that will improve New York’s business climate and help member companies meet their business needs. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> <img alt="" height="293" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_LuingBusinessCouncil_072814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /></div> Photo Caption: Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Berkeley College, has been appointed as a member to the Board of Directors for The Business Council of New York State, Inc. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_LuingBusinessCouncil_072814.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_LuingBusinessCouncil_072814.jpg</a> -end-    000Berkeley College Chairman Appointed to Board of Directors of the Business Council of New York StatePress Release139067Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/23/201420147/23/201420147/23/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/ CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENT IN PARAMUS August 5 Berkeley College is being honored at this year’s Paramus Summer Concert Series—“A Tribute to the Beatles”—being held from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. The event, at the Paramus Public Library location, 116 East Century Road, Paramus, NJ, is free and open to the public. At 7:00 pm, Kevin Luing, Chairman, Berkeley College, will accept an award from the Paramus Cultural Arts Council, Borough of Paramus and Paramus Public Library. The award is in recognition of the support Berkeley College has provided in donating $250,000 over nearly a decade toward arts and cultural affairs and learning programs for children. Mayor Richard LaBarbiera of Paramus and Leonard LoPinto, Director of the Library, will make the actual presentation. - end -  000Berkeley College Announces August Event in ParamusPress Release139047Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/18/201420147/18/201420147/18/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 18, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DOROTHY MINKUS-MCKENNA, DPS, AS DIRECTOR OF CENTER FOR GLOBAL STUDIES Dorothy Minkus-McKenna, DPS, has been appointed as Director of the Center for Global Studies at Berkeley College. Based at the College’s Midtown Manhattan location, the Center for Global Studies disseminates knowledge of other cultures and societies; promotes understanding of global, regional and national markets and business activities; and brings an international educational experience to Berkeley College students through a variety of initiatives. Berkeley College enrolls more than 900 international students from 100 countries. “Under the direction of Dr. Minkus-McKenna, the Center for Global Studies will serve as the organizing entity for expanding global studies into the curriculum, bringing outside speakers to the College, and supporting special projects related to global studies,” said Judith Kornberg, PhD., Berkeley College Associate Provost. In addition to her new responsibilities, Dr. Minkus-McKenna, who has been a professor at Berkeley College for more than 10 years, will continue to teach in the Marketing Department, Larry L. Luing School of Business. Her international experience includes teaching assignments in Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, France and Lithuania. Most recently, she spent the Spring 2013 quarter as a visiting professor at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Seig in Germany, where she taught Introduction to Marketing, Consumer Behavior and International Marketing courses. Dr. Minkus-McKenna has a Bachelor of Science in Education from Framingham State University; a Master’s in Business Administration with concentrations in Marketing and Management from New York University, Stern School of Business; and a Doctorate in Professional Studies in International Business with a concentration in Marketing from the Lubin School of Business at Pace University. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> <img alt="" height="289" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dorothy_Minkus-McKenna2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /></div> Photo Caption: Dorothy Minkus-McKenna, DPS, has been appointed Director of the Center for Global Studies at Berkeley College. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dorothy_Minkus-McKenna2.jpg" id="lnk161563" target="_blank">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dorothy_Minkus-McKenna2.jpg</a> -end-    000Berkeley College Appoints Dorothy Minkus-McKenna, DPS, as Director of Center for Global StudiesPress Release139020Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/14/201420147/14/201420147/14/20142014Berkeley Students and Alumni Benefit from Affiliation with CommandCare   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ALUMNI BENEFIT FROM AFFILIATION WITH COMMANDCARETM   Students and graduates from the Berkeley College School of Health Studies now have additional career development resources through an affiliation with CommandCare™, a local healthcare employment agency. CommandCare will partner with Berkeley’s Career Services’ staff in Clifton, Dover, Newark and Paramus to provide additional opportunities for internships, healthcare career counseling, and employment. “CommandCare expands the number of employment opportunities for Berkeley College graduates in the healthcare professions,” said Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, Berkeley College School of Health Studies. “Berkeley College is a source of well-qualified professionals,” said Jennifer Blanchard, Administrator, CommandCare, about the affiliation. “And our staff can assist students by informing them about what is involved in various healthcare delivery settings, answering their questions, and providing patient care experiences that would give these graduates an advantage in the real world.” Darlene Hatfield of Wood-Ridge is a Certified Home Health Aide who graduated from the Patient Care Technician program at Berkeley College in December 2013. Ms. Hatfield began working for CommandCare in May 2014 as a Certified Home Health Aide, serving an 89-year-old woman in her home. Ms. Hatfield first attended Berkeley after high school in 1990 and had earned an Associate’s degree in Accounting. “I realized I wanted to work in healthcare because I had taken care of my grandmother, and then my mother, when she was being treated for cancer,” said Ms. Hatfield. “The transition to work for CommandCare came easily. Having their office nearby was convenient, and if you have a problem or don’t understand something, they are right there with you.” “The relationship we have with CommandCare allows us to place qualified healthcare professionals and supports Berkeley’s commitment to providing lifetime placement assistance for our graduates,” said Arthur Pann, Senior Director, Berkeley College Career Services. “It’s a win-win.  Our graduates benefit from expanded professional opportunities and CommandCare is able to place the best of the best,” Mr. Pann added. Another advantage that this collaboration provides is the day-to-day feedback on learning and teaching. “This is the basis for continuous improvement,” said Elizabeth Fitzgerald, RN, Chair, Practical Nurse and Patient Care Technician programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies. “Now we have access to direct feedback about patient care in terms of what areas of the curriculum are strong and what needs to improve.  I am also excited to have dialogue about what the needs are out there in the workplace.  From the new graduate’s perspective, this is a way to get experience and have a positive impact in the community.” Prospective students interested in learning more about these programs are invited to visit with an admissions counselor and schedule an appointment for a tour and overview. For more information email <a href="mailto:Info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">Info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 800-446-5400 Ext. PHA. The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_health_studies.htm">Berkeley College School of Health Studies</a> was created to provide outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions—in clinical specializations, as well as healthcare administration and management. In-depth classroom instruction combines with practical, hands-on learning to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to enter a rewarding, fulfilling career. Clinical students train with modern medical devices and technology in simulated healthcare environments, where they learn current industry practices and procedures. Students pursuing careers in healthcare administration and management learn the essential skills and technologies that keep healthcare facilities running smoothly, including medical insurance, billing, and coding. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. CommandCare™ is committed to providing the highest quality care in facility staffing and home health services. CommandCare’s professional <a href="http://commandcare.com/staffing.htm">healthcare staffing</a> and <a href="http://commandcare.com/home_care.htm">home care services</a> include nurses, therapists, home health aides, medical assistants, and nursing assistants who are highly skilled, reliable, and compassionate. The CommandCare team offers superior customer service, responsiveness, and flexibility. CommandCare's dedication to serving both clients and communities is the basis for a corporate culture of excellence in the delivery of healthcare services. For more information visit <a href="http://commandcare.com/">CommandCare.com</a> or call 844-CMD-CARE. -end- 000Berkeley College Students and Alumni Benefit from Affiliation with CommandCarePress Release138996Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/9/201420147/9/201420147/9/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERS HELP SENIORS ENJOY SPA DAY AT ST. VINCENT’S NURSING HOME IN CEDAR GROVE <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayA_070914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Cyrus Thompson of Paterson accompanies Jane Gemmell, a resident of St. Vincent’s Nursing Home in Cedar Grove, to a spa treatment during a recent Spa Day at the facility. The Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life, Counseling Services and the Future Business Leaders of America – Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL) team up monthly to volunteer at the nursing home through the “Serve Smiles to Seniors” program based at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. “Our goal with this program is to make a difference in the lives of others. We want to let the seniors know that Berkeley students are here for them and will help make their lives better,” said Ashley Alba of Haledon, a Berkeley College student, who founded the program and serves as a vice president of FBLA – PBL. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayB_070914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College student Bridget Reyes of Paterson accompanies Ann Ciccarella, a resident of St. Vincent’s Nursing home in Cedar Grove, to a spa treatment during a recent Spa Day at the facility. The Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life, Counseling Services and the Future Business Leaders of America – Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL) team up monthly to volunteer at the nursing home through the “Serve Smiles to Seniors” program based at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. “Our goal with this program is to make a difference in the lives of others. We want to let the seniors know that Berkeley students are here for them and will help make their lives better,” said Ashley Alba of Haledon, a Berkeley College student, who founded the program and serves as a vice president of FBLA – PBL. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayA_070914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayA_070914.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayB_070914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_SpaDayB_070914.jpg</a> </div>  000Berkeley College Student Volunteers Help Seniors Enjoy Spa Day at St. Vincent's Nursing HomePress Release138974Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/7/201420147/7/201420147/7/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 7, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ANDREA NEMETH AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, CLIFTON Andrea Nemeth has been appointed Campus Operating Officer (COO) at Berkeley College in Clifton, NJ. In this role, Ms. Nemeth, a Berkeley College alumna, will oversee day-to-day operations at the location that specializes in Health Studies. She also will monitor financial performance and policies related to personnel, including training and professional development programs, to ensure outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions. “Ms. Nemeth brings years of extensive experience in business management, financial analysis, and accounting as well as strong leadership and cross-cultural communication skills to her new position,” said Robert F. Herzog, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration. “In addition, her leadership roles in a number of professional and nonprofit organizations will benefit the College as it continues to promote students and community initiatives throughout New Jersey and New York.” Most recently, Ms. Nemeth held the position of Assistant Campus Operating Officer at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY. Previous positions included Director of Operations of SYNERGY HomeCare in Woodland Park and Associate Finance Manager of Unilever in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Additionally, she serves on the Salvation Army Advisory Board in Montclair, and is a member of the New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners. Ms. Nemeth is an active volunteer in Alpha Kappa Psi, an international co-ed professional business fraternity. She has the distinction of being the first female in the history of the fraternity to be elected as President in 2007. Ms. Nemeth holds an AAS in Accounting from Berkeley College; a BS in Accounting and German from Montclair State University; and an MBA in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business from Schiller International University in Heidelberg, Germany. She was a recipient of the Berkeley College New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award in 2003. Berkeley College in Clifton offers Health Sciences, Medical Assistant and Surgical Technology Associate degree programs. Students also can enroll in Medical Assistant, Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse or Surgical Processing Technician certification programs. In addition to classroom learning, students gain hands-on clinical experience and assistance with job placement and career advancement. <img alt="" height="225" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Andrea_Nemeth.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Andrea Nemeth of Caldwell as Campus Operating Officer, Clifton.   -end- To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Andrea_Nemeth.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Andrea_Nemeth.jpg</a>             <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> </div>    000Berkeley College Appoints Andrea Nemeth as Campus Operating Officer, CliftonPress Release138966Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/3/201420147/3/201420147/3/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS TED HAVELKA AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, WHITE PLAINS Ted Havelka has been named Campus Operating Officer for Berkeley College in White Plains. In this role, Mr. Havelka will manage day-to-day operations, space management and staff and student retention. He also will oversee the White Plains Adult and High School Admissions teams and work closely with Residence Life. Mr. Havelka began his career in higher education as a field recruiter and Director, High School Admissions, at Berkeley College. He went on to lead schools such as Gibbs College in Norwalk, CT, and Cortiva Institute, with 12 national locations. As Vice President of Marketing and Admissions, Mr. Havelka led Cortiva through significant growth including relocation, marketing development and the launch of new programs. He most recently served as Vice President of Marketing and Admissions for Prism Education Group in Cherry Hill, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. “Mr. Havelka is a seasoned professional with 18 years of experience in career-focused post-secondary education,” said Robert Herzog, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration. “He is enthusiastic about returning to Berkeley and helping to facilitate student success in White Plains.” Mr. Havelka has conducted workshops on admissions and marketing at industry conferences nationwide. He holds a BA in Criminal Justice from Roanoke College in Salem, VA. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="222" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_TedHavelka_070314.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Ted Havelka as Campus Operating Officer, White Plains. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_TedHavelka_070314.jpg 000Berkeley College Appoints Ted Havelka as Campus Operating Officer, White PlainsPress Release138958Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/2/201420147/2/201420147/2/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES PATRIOT AWARD FROM DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE   Berkeley College in Clifton, NJ, and Joseph Charleman, CRCST, CST, CSFA, LPN, of Sussex, NJ, Chair, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technician programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, have received the Patriot Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. Nominated and presented by Carlos Sanchez, CST, U.S. Navy Reserve 1st Class Hospital Corpsman and Professor, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technologist programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, Mr. Sanchez cited Mr. Charleman’s support in covering his classes when he is called to military duty, as well as his support of Berkeley College students and the community at large. Berkeley College in Clifton, NJ, was recognized for its support of Guard and Reserve employees, realizing the nation relies heavily on service members since entering continuous operations more than a decade ago.  The Department of Defense Patriot Award honors the sacrifices made by Berkeley College as an employer. In presenting the citation to the College, Mr. Sanchez said, “Thanks to Berkeley College for supporting the troops from all branches of service, as well as for its support of our nation and our students. This award recognizes the College’s contribution to our national security, freedoms and liberty.” Mr. Charleman was honored to be nominated and receive the award.  He thanked all veterans for their service. The Berkeley College School of Health Studies was created to provide outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions – in clinical specializations, as well as healthcare administration and management. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="148" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_PatriotAwardA_062414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Joseph Charleman, right, CRCST, CST, CSFA, LPN, of Sussex, NJ, Chair, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technician programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, has received the Patriot Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. Presenting the award is his colleague Carlos Sanchez, CST, U.S. Navy Reserve 1st Class Hospital Corpsman and Professor, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technologist programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies. Mr. Sanchez nominated Mr. Charleman for covering his classes when he is called to military duty, as well as his support of Berkeley College students and the community at large. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_PatriotAwardA_062414.jpg. <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_PatriotAwardB_062414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Carlos Sanchez, CST, center, U.S. Navy Reserve 1st Class Hospital Corpsman and Professor, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technologist programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, presents the Patriot Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve to Mary McDonough, PhD, left, Professor, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business and former Interim Dean, Berkeley College School of Health Studies and Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, Berkeley College School of Health Studies. The Berkeley College Clifton location was recognized for its support of Guard and Reserve employees, realizing the nation relies heavily on service members since entering continuous operations more than a decade ago.  The Department of Defense Patriot Award honors the sacrifices made by Berkeley College as an employer. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit:http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_PatriotAwardB_062414.jpg   - end- 000Berkeley College Receives Patriot Award from Department of DefensePress Release138951Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/1/201420147/1/201420147/1/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   COMMUNITY-MINDED BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS VOLUNTEER AT HOPE GARDEN IN NEWARK   <img alt="" height="292" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_HopeGarden_062414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students from the Newark location found that they didn’t need a green thumb to volunteer at Hope Garden, a community garden at the corner of Springfield Avenue and Bergen Street in Newark. They just needed to roll up their sleeves and get to work – planting flowers, weeding, mulching and painting benches. It was all in the name of community service. Sandra Garcia, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Newark, joins the students monthly on the project.  “It started with members of the Berkeley College InterAct Club who wanted to find a way to commemorate those who have lost their lives due to breast cancer or those who are still in the fight,” said Ms. Garcia. “Out of that discussion came this beautiful place.” She added that, along with the work on the garden, the park benches are painted pink in support of breast cancer awareness.  The community-minded students began work in April and, proud of what they’ve accomplished so far, plan to continue through July.  “We are seeing the fruit of our labor. Hope Garden has really become a place of solace and a place of hope,” said Ms. Garcia. Pictured (L to R) are Daybrina Little and Fabian Bueno, both of Newark.     To view a high-resolution version of these photos, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_HopeGarden_062414.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_HopeGarden_062414.jpg</a>                                                                           - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Community-Minded Berkeley College Students Volunteer at Hope Garden in NewarkPress Release138888Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/201420146/24/201420146/24/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JULY EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: July 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and 31 Berkeley College will host an Introduction to Game Design Mini-Course from noon to 4:00 pm.  This six-session, hands-on introduction to the field of game design, led by Lawrence Mascia, interactivity designer and game developer, will help you to apply design skills and perspectives to your game projects.  The cost is $75.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 16-17 Healthcare Careers Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Interior Design Careers Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Careers Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. July 23-24 Business Leadership Careers Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Fashion Careers Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $50.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. ONLINE July 15 Berkeley College will host a free webinar on The Power of 3 – Using this Magic Number in your Designs at noon.  The webinar will cover the mystery of this ancient power number and give you tools to enhance your designs and expand your creativity.  Principles will be covered that can help you make choices about type, images, templates, color palettes, composition and more.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. - end -     000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release138742Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/18/201420146/18/201420146/18/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE IN DOVER JOINS FIGHT AGAINST CANCER DURING RELAY FOR LIFE OF CENTRAL MORRIS COUNTY <img alt="" height="173" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_RelayA_061814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College in Dover recently participated in the Relay for Life of Central Morris County, held at Smith Field in Parsippany. During the overnight event, the team walked around the track to raise money and awareness for the American Cancer Society in the fight against cancer. The team participated through the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Left to right are Florence Church of Parsippany, Berkeley College alumna; Berkeley College students Kristen Elder of Wharton and Evan Barrett of South Orange; and Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Clifton.  <img alt="" height="166" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_RelayB_061814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College in Dover recently participated in the Relay for Life of Central Morris County, held at Smith Field in Parsippany. During the overnight event, the team walked around the track to raise money and awareness for the American Cancer Society in the fight against cancer. The team participated through the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Leading up to the event, the College held a “Paint Berkeley Purple” fundraiser, which featured a jewelry vendor who donated a portion of sales to the Relay for Life team, and a henna tattoo artist and bake sale that also raised donations. Pictured is Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Clifton, receiving a henna design. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_RelayA_061814.jpg http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_RelayB_061814.jpg 000Berkeley College in Dover Joins Fight Against Cancer during Relay for Life of Central Morris CountyPress Release138696Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/17/201420146/17/201420146/17/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS FROM NATIONAL SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATIONS Berkeley College student David Osorio has been awarded scholarships from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). Mr. Osorio, a resident of Clifton, NJ, is pursuing an Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology at Berkeley College in Clifton. Scholarship applicants were chosen based on academic achievement, volunteerism, career goals, financial need, instructor recommendations and a passion for the field of Surgical Technology. “Studying to be a Surgical Technologist has opened my eyes tremendously to the human body,” said Mr. Osorio, a native of Colombia, who maintains a 4.0 GPA, and is on track to graduate in June 2015. “I was fascinated when I started to learn the anatomy and the physiology of the body. I look forward to working as a Surgical Technologist because it’s an exciting field that allows you to help others.” According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the employment of surgical technologists is projected to grow 30 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Students can enroll in the Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology (ST) program through the Berkeley College School of Health Studies in Clifton and Dover. In addition, the College offers a Surgical Processing Technician Certificate program at its locations in Clifton, Dover, Newark and Woodbridge. Under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel, Surgical Technologists perform a variety of critical hands-on tasks, including preparing operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, passing instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons during surgical procedures, and monitoring and assessing operating room conditions. Graduates of the ST program at Berkeley College are eligible to take the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) National Certification Exam, administered through the NBSTSA. Established in 1974 and headquartered in Littleton, CO, the NBSTSA is the certifying agency for Surgical Technologists. The association is solely responsible for all decisions regarding certification, from determining eligibility to maintaining, denying, granting and renewing the designation. The ARC/STSA sets the accreditation standards and guidelines used in accrediting programs that prepare individuals to enter the Surgical Technology profession. The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredits programs upon the recommendation of the ARC/STSA. The Berkeley College School of Health Studies was created to provide outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions – in clinical specializations, as well as healthcare administration and management. Certificate programs include Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse and Surgical Processing Technician.  Associate and Bachelor degree programs include Health Services, Health Sciences, Medical Assistant and Surgical Technology.  The Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Surgical Processing Technician, Health Services, Health Sciences, and Surgical Technology programs are offered at Berkeley College locations in Clifton, Dover, Newark and Woodbridge. The Practical Nursing program is offered in Clifton and Dover.  The Health Services program is offered in Woodland Park. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> <img alt="" height="183" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DavidOsorio.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student David Osorio of Clifton was awarded scholarships from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Mr. Osorio is pursuing an Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology at Berkeley College in Clifton. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DavidOsorio.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DavidOsorio.jpg</a>   - end- 000Berkeley College Student Awarded Scholarships from National Surgical Technology AssociationsPress Release138658Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/16/201420146/16/201420146/16/20142014English as a Second Language Classes at Berkeley College Location in Dover, NJ   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h3>NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE            </h3> FOR COMMUNITY NEWS, CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2014                                          <h2>ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES AT BERKELEY COLLEGE LOCATION IN DOVER</h2>   In partnership with the Literacy Volunteers of Morris County the next free English as a Second Language courses have been scheduled at Berkeley College, 1 W. Blackwell St., Dover, NJ.  Registration takes place tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17 between 10 a.m. and 12 noon and between 6:00 and 8:00 pm.  Registration will also be available at this location only on Wednesday, June 18 between 6:00 and 8:00 pm. English as a Second Language classes range from Beginning to Advanced.  Beginning classes start Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1.  The Intermediate class starts Wednesday, July 2.  Advanced classes start Monday, June 30.  For more information please call 973-984-1998. Classes are held at Berkeley College, 1 W. Blackwell St., in Dover, NJ. Literacy Volunteers of Morris County is a not for profit organization that provides one-on-one or small group tutoring in Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language to adults in Morris County. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The Dover location of Berkeley College offers certificates and degrees from the School of Health Studies in Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse, and Surgical Processing Technician; from the Larry L. School of Business in Fashion Marketing and Management, Management, and Marketing Communications; and from the School of Professional Studies in Justice Studies, Justice Studies with a Minor in Management, and Legal Studies.   <ul> <li align="center">End -</li> </ul>   000English as a Second Language Classes at Berkeley College Location in Dover, NJPress Release139070Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/15/201420147/23/201420147/23/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX OF NORTH CAROLINA VISITS STUDENTS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE   <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AddressingStudents.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College students and staff listen to the remarks of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx of North Carolina in the new Renaissance Hall in Woodland Park, NJ, July 21. She spoke and addressed questions about a wide range of subjects, including her personal challenges, the value of higher education, financial aid and tuition, healthcare, job prospects, avoiding debt, and the U.S. Constitution. Encouraging the students to take advantage of the opportunities at hand, she said, “This is my idea of a great campus.” The next day, Congresswoman Foxx was back in Washington when President Obama signed the education legislation she was instrumental in writing, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to:<a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AddressingStudents.jpg"> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AddressingStudents.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"><img alt="" height="127" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Group.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /></div> Photo Caption B: Following her remarks to a large group of Berkeley College students and staff, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx of North Carolina (standing, seventh from left) met with a smaller group of students in the Berkeley College Community Room in Woodland Park, NJ, to listen to their stories and hear their concerns.  Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College (standing left of her in photo), also listened to the diverse group, which comprised students from all walks of life, including veterans and other non-traditional learners. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Group.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Group.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="137" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Selfie.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Following the remarks of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx of North Carolina to students during a recent visit to Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ, an exuberant student, Michael Velazquez of Newark, NJ, pauses with her to take a selfie. Mr. Velazquez is earning an Associate’s degree in the Surgical Processing Technician program.  Congresswoman Foxx visited to hear students’ views firsthand and engage in dialogue about their concerns and their futures.  She was instrumental in writing education legislation – the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act – that was signed by President Obama this week. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Selfie.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Selfie.jpg</a> - end - 000Congresswoman Virginia Foxx of North Carolina Visits Students at Berkeley CollegePress Release138572Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/11/201420146/11/201420146/11/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES PARTICIPATES IN MEDICAL MISSION WITH HEALING THE CHILDREN® NEW JERSEY IN ECUADOR Three faculty members and one alumna from the Berkeley College School of Health Studies are in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on a medical mission at Hospital de Niños Dr. Roberto Gilbert, the largest pediatric hospital in Ecuador. The Berkeley group is volunteering to help Healing the Children® New Jersey (HTCNJ). The Berkeley College faculty include Joseph Charleman, CRCST, CST, CSFA of Sussex, NJ, Anbalagan George, MD, of Nyack, NY, and Nicole Willis, CST, of Paterson, NJ, along with Ana Campos, CSPT, CST, of Passaic, NJ, a graduate of the Berkeley College Surgical Technology program. The day-by-day experiences of the team on this seven-day mission can be viewed on the following blog: <a href="http://berkeleycollegeblog.com/2014/06/10/sunday-clinic-medical-mission/">http://berkeleycollegeblog.com/2014/06/10/sunday-clinic-medical-mission/</a>. The medical mission in Ecuador runs through June 14. Many Berkeley College students and graduates have said the reason they seek healthcare careers is to make a difference in peoples’ lives. This is evident in volunteer initiatives such as the HTCNJ mission in Ecuador. One father of four-year-old Hendry Isaac Barros Vera, Juan Pablo Barros, expressed his sincere gratitude. “My son has been sick since he was born.  He has had a few surgeries and this is the first time I see my son calm and happy so soon after the surgery.  I am so grateful to the surgeon and all the volunteers from Healing the Children and Berkeley College for making my son smile again." The medical professionals first screened children and their families to determine which pediatric urological needs could be addressed and then the surgical work commenced. “The Healing the Children medical mission reflects the caring nature of our faculty, staff and students who have dedicated their talents to improve the health and quality of life of children in need locally and globally,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “This is yet another example of how Berkeley College partners with healthcare providers and nonprofit organizations throughout the region to ensure that students and graduates pursuing careers in the health and medical fields obtain valuable clinical experiences that lead to fulltime employment,” added Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, Berkeley College School of Health Studies. Joseph Charleman, CST, CSFA, CRCST, LPN, Chair, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technician programs, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, began the partnership with HTCNJ to provide a hands-on opportunity for Berkeley College students and alumni as well as give back to the community.  Future missions in Peru are planned for later this year and in the spring of 2015.  Those missions will allow more students and faculty to participate. HTCNJ is a nonprofit that provides access to medical care and related services for children in need in New Jersey and worldwide. Volunteer medical professionals travel at their own expense for eight- to 10-day trips abroad. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The Berkeley College School of Health Studies was created to provide outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions—in clinical specializations, as well as healthcare administration and management. In-depth classroom instruction combines with practical, hands-on learning to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to enter a rewarding, fulfilling career. Clinical students train with modern medical devices and technology in simulated healthcare environments, where they learn current industry practices and procedures. Students pursuing careers in healthcare administration and management learn the essential skills and technologies that keep healthcare facilities running smoothly, including medical insurance, billing, and coding. Certificate programs include Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse and Surgical Processing Technician.  Associate and Bachelor degree programs include Health Services, Health Sciences, Medical Assistant and Surgical Technology.  The Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Surgical Processing Technician, Health Services, Health Sciences, and Surgical Technology programs are offered at Berkeley College locations in Clifton, Dover, Newark and Woodbridge. The Practical Nursing program is offered in Clifton and Dover.  The Health Services program is offered in Woodland Park. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_HTCAna_061914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College alumna Ana Campos, CSPT, CST (center), works at Hospital de Niños Dr. Roberto Gilbert, the largest pediatric hospital in Ecuador. Ms. Campos, a resident of Passaic, NJ, accompanied three Berkeley College professors on a medical mission to Ecuador organized by Healing the Children® New Jersey.  The day-by-day experiences of the team on this seven-day mission can be viewed on the following blog: <a href="http://berkeleycollegeblog.com/2014/06/10/sunday-clinic-medical-mission/">http://berkeleycollegeblog.com/2014/06/10/sunday-clinic-medical-mission/</a>. To view a high-resolution image of the above photo go to http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_HTCAna_061914.jpg   - end -     000Berkeley College School of Health Studies Participates in Medical Mission in Ecuador with Healing the Children® New JerseyPress Release138561Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse6/10/201420146/10/201420146/10/20142014Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in the Bronx on 5th Annual Community Service Day   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES VOLUNTEER IN THE BRONX ON 5th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY Berkeley College volunteers, comprised of approximately 300 staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees, volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York as part of the 5th Annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. “Community Service Day is an educational opportunity wherein we help others, and our staff, faculty, students and alumni learn more about the communities where we work and live as we support them with our voluntary efforts,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, who volunteered at Room to Grow in Manhattan, NY. The mission of Room to Grow is to enrich the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development. In the Bronx at Rocking the Boat, volunteers cleaned, sanded and painted boats, and took young people out on the boats to experience the Hudson River. At the Food Bank for New York City at Hunt’s Point Cooperative Market in the Bronx, volunteers, including honors students, sorted food and goods for redistribution around the city. At Part of the Solution, an organization that nourishes the basic needs of residents, volunteers served lunch in the soup kitchen. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a video about Community Service Day, click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW6OpC-NRnY.">here</a>. For a complete list of Community Service Day locations in New Jersey and New York, go to <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm</a> and click on PR Resources. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Lorena Byrd of the Bronx at Rocking the Boat was among the Berkeley College volunteers who cleaned, sanded and painted boats, and took young people out on the boats to experience the Hudson River as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_POTS051614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: At Part of the Solution in the Bronx, Berkeley College volunteers served lunch in the soup kitchen as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to:<a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_POTS051614.jpg"> www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_POTS051614.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="113" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_HuntsPTFoodFreshmen.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: At the Food Bank for New York City, Hunt’s Point Cooperative Market, a group of Berkeley College freshmen honors students pause for a photo before participating in volunteer work to sort food and goods for redistribution around New York City as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to:<a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_HuntsPTFoodFreshmen.jpg"> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CSD_HuntsPTFoodFreshmen.jpg</a>   - end -   000Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in the Bronx on 5th Annual Community Service DayPress Release139003Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/10/201420147/10/201420147/10/20142014Berkeley College Welcomes Delegation Representing Provinces from People's Republic of China   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE WELCOMES DELEGATION REPRESENTING PROVINCES FROM PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA TO LEARN ABOUT PUBLIC SECURITY AND SAFETY IN WHITE PLAINS   A group of public security officials from the Fujian, Yunnan, Shanxi, Hainan, Guangdong and other Provinces in the People's Republic of China visited Berkeley College in White Plains Wednesday, July 9, to discuss public safety and policing procedures in New York.  Early in the day, the group learned from simulations inside and officer demonstrations outside White Plains Police Headquarters, under the direction of David Chong, Commissioner of Public Safety in White Plains and Professor, Criminal Justice, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies. “With Berkeley College, we have the unusual honor and privilege of building the bridge of international law enforcement cooperation through education,” said Commissioner Chong. Later in the morning, the group spoke through interpreters with members of the White Plains Public Safety Department and faculty at Berkeley College.  The visitors were interested in a variety of subjects that included types of crime, monitoring of cellular telephones, recruitment and retention of police officers, and the structure of the police force. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. The College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the 2014 Online Bachelor Degree category rankings. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="132" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_ChineseDelegation_070914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Among the visitors from the Fujian, Yunnan, Shanxi, Hainan, Guangdong and other Provinces in the People’s Republic of China to Police Headquarters and Berkeley College in White Plains, NY, are: Kneeling, far left: Mona Song, Berkeley College Community Outreach Coordinator; Standing, 2nd from left: Professor Jim Lee, PhD, Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business; 5th from left: Ronald Hurley, Berkeley College Director of Public Safety; 8th from left: Dewey Fong, Advisor to the Commissioner of Public Safety, White Plains, NY;10th from left: Jose A. Tavares, Berkeley College Board Member; 8th from right: Robert Herzog, Berkeley College Vice President, Finance; and 3rd from right: Ted Havalka, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, White Plains. The group visited to learn about public safety and policing procedures in White Plains, NY. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_ChineseDelegation_070914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_ChineseDelegation_070914.jpg</a> - END - 000Berkeley College Welcomes Delegation from People's Republic of ChinaPress Release138546Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse6/6/201420146/6/201420146/6/20142014Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in Paramus on 5th Annual Community Service Day   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES VOLUNTEER IN PARAMUS ON 5th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY Berkeley College volunteers, comprised of approximately 300 staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees, volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York as part of the 5th Annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. “Community Service Day is an educational opportunity wherein we help others, and our staff, faculty, students and alumni learn more about the communities where we work and live as we support them with our voluntary efforts,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, who volunteered at Room to Grow in Manhattan, NY. The mission of Room to Grow is to enrich the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development. In Paramus, volunteers served at Van Saun County Park, spreading mulch at the entrance to the Bergen County Zoological Park. At Children’s Aid and Family Services, volunteers sanitized play equipment and read stories to the children there. Other Bergen County locations included Saddle River County Park in Glen Rock, where the volunteers spread wood chips around the playground and mulch around the trees. Other volunteers at Jawonio in Park Ridge — an organization that fosters increased independent living skills for people with disabilities — painted and organized rooms, and helped with planting and gardening. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a video about Community Service Day, click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW6OpC-NRnY.">here</a>. For a complete list of Community Service Day locations in New Jersey and New York, go to <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm</a> and click on PR Resources. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BergenParkMulch.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: At Van Saun County Park in Paramus, Berkeley College volunteers spread mulch at the entrance to the Bergen County Zoological Park as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. Pictured here are William DiMasi of Wyckoff and Dina Morin of Waldwick. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to: http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BergenParkMulch.jpg.   <img alt="" height="174" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: At Saddle River County Park in Glen Rock, Berkeley College volunteers spread wood chips around the playground as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_CSD_JawonioPR_051614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Volunteers at Jawonio in Park Ridge — an organization that fosters increased independent living skills for people with disabilities — painted and organized rooms, and helped with planting and gardening as part of the Berkeley College 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. Pictured here (left to right) are Jennifer Litvak of New City, NY, Mark Friedberg of River Vale, Erica Dietsche of Montvale and Christopher Brundage of Pomona, NY. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_CSD_JawonioPR_051614.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_CSD_JawonioPR_051614.jpg</a> - end -       <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> 000Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in Paramus on 5th Annual Community Service DayPress Release138542Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/5/201420146/5/201420146/5/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" />   NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JUNE EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 Blackwell Street, Dover:  June 11 Berkeley College will host a free presentation on Understanding What is Toxic from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  Nicole Barone, Toxicity and Wellness Coach, Isagenix International, will cover ways to avoid potential danger.  Learn how to protect your family by understanding how your food,  water and environment can become toxic.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  June 11   Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus: June 14 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: June 7 and 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: June 14 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online®: June 10 Berkeley College will host a free Ethical Issues in Graphic Design Webinar at noon led by Eileen MacAvery Kane, Chair, Graphic Design, School of Professional Studies, Berkeley College.  The webinar will cover the principles of graphic design.  In addition to winning numerous industry awards, Ms. MacAvery Kane has gained international recognition with her blog, ethicsingraphicdesign.org.  Her book, Ethics: A Graphic Designer’s Field Guide, has been praised by design educators.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. June 11 Berkeley College will host a free Social Media and Career Development Webinar at 1:00 pm.  Michael Iris, Director of Career Services, Berkeley College Online® will offer advice on navigating today’s job market.  Find out how you can use social media to help build your personal brand and advance your career.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   - end -     000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release138531Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/4/201420146/4/201420146/4/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS FIGHT AGAINST AIDS DURING AIDS WALK NEW YORK <img alt="" height="251" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AidsWalk_060414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Students and staff from Berkeley College in Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, NY, recently participated in the AIDS Walk in Central Park. The team participated through the Berkeley Cares initiative, which assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. The AIDS Walk benefits more than 40 AIDS service organizations throughout the tri-state area and supports the fight to end the AIDS epidemic and uplift the lives of all affected. Showing their Certificates of Completion are Berkeley College participants (L to R) Matt Hudak of the Bronx, Director, Student Development and Campus Life, White Plains; and student Carlton Harris of Jamaica, Queens. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AidsWalk_060414.jpg 000Berkeley College Joins Fight Against AIDS During AIDS Walk New YorkPress Release138496Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/2/201420146/2/201420146/2/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CHAIR RECOGNIZED BY FELICIAN COLLEGE AS DISTINGUISHED ALUMNA <img alt="" height="152" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TorsielloAward_060214.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Roseann Torsiello, EdD, Berkeley College Chair, Online, School of Liberal Arts, recently received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Felician College. The award, which was presented on May 8 at the Stony Hill Inn in Hackensack, recognizes alumni who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment, dedication, leadership and service to the advancement of Felician College. Dr. Torsiello, a resident of Moonachie, is Secretary/Treasurer of the Felician College Alumni Board, a group she has served for 16 years. Left to right are Dr. Torsiello; Anne Prisco, PhD, President of Felician College; and Regina Coyle, President of the Felician College Alumni Board and a member of the Board of Trustees. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TorsielloAward_060214.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TorsielloAward_060214.jpg</a></div>  000Berkeley College Chair Recognized by Felician College as Distinguished AlumnaPress Release138495Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/2/201420146/2/201420146/2/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" />   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">BERKELEY COLLEGE EXTENDS TEN AND NICK SAVIDES </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">EXHIBIT THROUGH JUNE             </h1> Berkeley College has extended its exhibit of artists Ten and Nick Savides through Monday, June 30.  The display, at the Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, can be viewed Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm, and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.    Raised in the Netherlands, Ten (Jan ten Broeke) arrived in the United States as a young man.  He became an active member of the vibrant evolutionary art scene of Greenwich Village in New York City in the 1950s and 1960s where he earned the admiration and friendship of many of the scene’s most influential artists.  That is still true today as he  continues to garner enthusiastic praise for his unique biomorphic and geomorphic imaginings.     An introspective artist, Ten says of his work, “Ultimately, my mind, my eyes and my hands are merely instrumental in producing this work. In spite of knowing better, I do frequently experience the sensation that the work is not created by me, but through me.  He adds, “My art has a chance for limited survival, but I know my body does not.”    Ten has gone on to exhibit at many domestic and international shows, receiving honors and awards along the way.  He is a member of “Who’s Who in American Art.”   He has exhibited at Berkeley College in the past, and his work is on display at Berkeley College, 225 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, through June 27.  Nick Savides studied art at Brandeis University under New York figurative painter Paul Georges and learned formal composition and painting techniques.  Moving to New York in 1980, he created city scenes, painting people in the context of the streets.  His work extended to Brooklyn, the New England landscapes, national parks across the United States, and Paris, France.  Mr. Savides says, “My paintings have a calming effect; if they were music, the melody would be soft and soothing.  I’m inspired by the effects of light.  Influenced by artists such as Jan Vermeer and Edward Hopper, I strive to create paintings that capture a sense of time and place as well as mystery.  They draw you in with the familiar and invite you to interpret them by inventing the story behind them.”     This is Mr. Savides’ fourth exhibit at Berkeley College.  His oil on canvas “Wall Street – Early Morning” took first place at the Berkeley College “Change in Brooklyn” art competition in early 2011.  He has had many solo and group exhibits, including the Edward Hopper House, Nyack, NY; Geary Gallery, Darien, CT; and Accent Gallery, Ocean City, NJ.  He was recently filmed by French director Pierre Oertel for an upcoming documentary “Art City.”    For more details about these artists and the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="149" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Artwork from an exhibit by Ten on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City.  The exhibit has been extended through June 30.        To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="166" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: “Wall Street - Early Morning,” an oil on canvas from an exhibit by Nick Savides on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City.  The exhibit has been extended through June 30.         To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg</a> - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Berkeley College Extends Ten and Nick Savides Exhibit Through JunePress Release138961Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/2/201420147/2/201420147/2/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CHAPTER OF PHI BETA LAMBDA SHOWCASES LEADERSHIP SKILLS AT EVENT IN WOODLAND PARK <img alt="" height="159" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_FBLAPBL_070214.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Members of Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), the postsecondary division of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), recently held an event titled “The Road to Success of Leaders” at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. More than 75 students attended the event, during which presenters spoke about the value of cultivating leadership skills. FBLA-PBL prepares students for careers in business and business-related fields. The Berkeley College chapter of FBLA-PBL received its National and New Jersey charters in January and currently enrolls 30 club members at its Woodland Park and Paramus locations. Standing (far back, L to R) are Faculty Advisor Michael McAteer, DBA, Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business; and guest speaker Philip Levine, CPA, JD, Accounting and Finance, Larry L. Luing School of Business. Standing (L to R) are Berkeley College students Zahin Hossain of Paterson, Secretary; Hector Hidalgo of West New York, Vice President; Yasmin Marshal of Clifton, Treasurer; Ashley Alba of Haledon, Vice President; Natalie Campusano of Paterson, Vice President; Alicia Morales of Paterson; Doug Cosby of Paterson; and Cyrus Thompson of Paterson. Seated (L to R) are John Cedeño of Bergenfield; Jazzlyn Feliciano of Nutley, President; guest speaker Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations; and guest speaker Angela Harrington, Assistant Vice President, Communications and External Relations. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_FBLAPBL_070214.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_FBLAPBL_070214.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Chapter of Phi Beta Lambda Showcases Leadership Skills at Event in Woodland ParkPress Release138369Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse5/27/201420145/27/201420145/27/20142014Berkeley College Volunteers on Community Service Day   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES VOLUNTEER IN NEW YORK ON 5th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY Berkeley College volunteers, comprised of approximately 300 staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees, volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey as part of the 5th Annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. “Community Service Day is an educational opportunity wherein we help others, and our staff, faculty, students and alumni learn more about the communities where we work and live as we support them with our voluntary efforts,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, who volunteered at Room to Grow in Manhattan, NY. The mission of Room to Grow is to enrich the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development. In New York, volunteers had 17 opportunities to serve in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Westchester and Rockland counties.  Among the range of services offered, for example, volunteers worked with the Food Bank for New York City reorganizing goods and food for redistribution; sorted and shelved books at three branches of the New York Public Library; hosted breakfast and planted flowers at Gilda’s Club; and assisted with a school visit at the White Plains Public Library. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a video about Community Service Day, click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW6OpC-NRnY.">here</a>. For a complete list of Community Service Day locations in New York and New Jersey, go to <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm</a> and click on PR Resources. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StJohnsBreadLife.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: In Brooklyn, Berkeley College volunteers worked in the soup kitchen at St. John’s Bread and Life as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to:<a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StJohnsBreadLife.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StJohnsBreadLife.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_RoomtoGrow_052714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: At Room to Grow in Manhattan, Berkeley College volunteers organized donations of infant toys and clothing as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_RoomtoGrow_052714.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_RoomtoGrow_052714.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: At Rocking the Boat in the Bronx, Berkeley College volunteers cleaned, sanded and painted boats, and took young people out on the boats to experience the Hudson River as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New York and New Jersey. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view high resolution image of this photo go to:<a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockingTheBoat.jpg</a> - end -             <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in New York on 5th Annual Community Service DayPress Release138326Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse5/23/201420145/23/201420145/23/20142014Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in New Jersey on 5th Annual Community Service Day   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES VOLUNTEER IN NEW JERSEY ON 5th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY Berkeley College volunteers, comprised of approximately 300 staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees, volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York as part of the 5th Annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. “Community Service Day is an educational opportunity wherein we help others, and our staff, faculty, students and alumni learn more about the communities where we work and live as we support them with our voluntary efforts,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, who volunteered at Room to Grow in Manhattan, NY. The mission of Room to Grow is to enrich the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development. In New Jersey, volunteers had 18 opportunities to serve in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Somerset and Union counties. Among the range of services offered, for example, volunteers worked with the Greater Newark Conservancy cleaning up city streets and painting buildings; prepared and served meals to guests at the Hoboken Shelter; organized and sorted clothing at the Salvation Army Thrift Shop in Dover; and assembled fundraising kits for the American Diabetes Association in Bridgewater. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a video about Community Service Day, click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW6OpC-NRnY.">here</a>. For a complete list of Community Service Day locations in New Jersey and New York, go to <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm</a> and click on PR Resources. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="174" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: In Saddle River County Park in Glen Rock, Berkeley College volunteers spread woodchips around the playground as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Saddle_River_County_Park.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="162" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WaynePublicLibrary.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: At the Wayne Public Library, Berkeley College volunteers sorted and organized books and cleaned shelves as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WaynePublicLibrary.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WaynePublicLibrary.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BoysGirlsClubPequannock.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: At the Boys and Girls Club in Pequannock, Berkeley College volunteers sorted books by reading level and read to children as part of the 5th Annual Community Service Day, held Friday, May 16. This year, approximately 300 Berkeley College staff, faculty, students, alumni and trustees volunteered more than 1,000 hours of service at 27 community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BoysGirlsClubPequannock.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BoysGirlsClubPequannock.jpg</a>.                                                                        -end- 000Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in New Jersey on 5th Annual Community Service DayPress Release138286Newsroomfalse5/22/201420145/22/201420145/22/20142014Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Surgical Processing Technician Programs Offered   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   MEDICAL ASSISTANT, PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN, AND SURGICAL PROCESSING TECHNICIAN PROGRAMS OFFERED AT BERKELEY COLLEGE IN NEWARK AND WOODBRIDGE STARTING IN JULY   Berkeley College is expanding its Health Studies program in Newark and Woodbridge, NJ. Beginning this July, three high-demand programs – Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Surgical Processing Technician – will be offered through the Berkeley College School of Health Studies in Newark and Woodbridge, NJ. Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, Berkeley College School of Health Studies, says that graduates entering the healthcare field now begin their careers at a time when opportunities are expanding faster than ever before. “We face an incredible burgeoning of need for health care services, due largely to the baby boomer generation, which only now has begun to reach age 65 and older,” said Dr. Dynan at a pinning ceremony held earlier this year to recognize the achievements of graduating nursing and surgical technology students. “This, coupled with extraordinary advances in scientific and medical research, technology, information and communication systems, creates the potential for each of us to see and experience improvements in healthcare that we never thought possible,” she remarked. Prospective students interested in learning more about these programs are invited to visit with an admissions counselor and schedule an appointment for a tour and overview For more information email <a href="mailto:Info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">Info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 800-446-5400 Ext. PHA. The Medical Assistant Certificate  and Associate in Applied Science degree programs at Berkeley College prepare students to enter the high-demand field of healthcare and to work in a variety of settings, including physicians’ offices, hospitals, nursing homes, and other professional healthcare facilities. Graduates are prepared to meet both the clinical and administrative challenges of today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment. Patient Care Technicians work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to oversee and monitor patients. As vital members of the healthcare team, they provide direct patient care and comfort measures, take vital signs, collect specimens, and much more. Patient Care Technicians who are multi-skilled and cross-trained in venipuncture, electrocardiography, and home healthcare enjoy much broader responsibilities and advancement opportunities. Graduates of the Patient Care Technician program are eligible to sit for a variety of certification examinations, including: Certified Patient Care Technicians, Certified Home Health Aide, Certified Electrocardiography, Certified Phlebotomy, and Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. The Surgical Processing Department of a healthcare facility is the center of all activity involving supplies and equipment needed for surgery and other patient care areas. Surgical Processing Technician students learn processes for maintaining medical instruments and devices that must be decontaminated, processed, sterilized, and distributed in hospitals and surgical centers. Graduates have in-depth knowledge of operating rooms, operating room procedures, instruments used in operating rooms, and processes for sterilizing and packaging instruments used during surgery. Students who wish to enhance their career opportunities can apply Surgical Processing Technician program credits toward the Berkeley College Health Sciences Associate in Applied Science degree program. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation.    In Newark, Berkeley College is located at 536 Broad Street; in Woodbridge, the location is 430 Rahway Avenue. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   -end- 000Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Surgical Processing Technician Programs Offered at Berkeley College in Newark and Woodbridge Starting in JulyPress Release138283Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/21/201420145/22/201420145/22/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CITED IN 2014 BEST ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR VETERANS BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT AND IS NAMED BEST OF BEST BY U.S. VETERANS MAGAZINE Berkeley College has received accolades for excellence in veterans programs by U.S. News & World Report and U.S. Veterans Magazine. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report, publisher of Best Colleges and Best Online Programs, in the recently published <a href="http://click.www-mail1.usnews.com/un40/c2.php?=MnbhJXZ0VmdtI3bm1yctFmcn9mcw1SZulGbu9WL0NXZi1ycr5WYy1yc3VmbtMXdvAjMvUDMvQTMwIzLzVGbjlGdyF2Lu9Wa0F2Y1RWZtUmbpxmbv9ibvlGdhNWdkV2Lt92YuM3dl52c15yd3d3LvoDc0RHavY1LO9CSvAzMwEDMz8SN5gTO2czNz8yVONVV">2014 Best Online Programs for Veterans</a> on usnews.com. The 2014 edition includes rankings for online bachelor’s programs and online master’s degree programs in business, education, engineering and nursing. In January, U.S. News & World Report named Berkeley College a Best College for Online Degree programs. In addition, U.S. Veterans Magazine has designated Berkeley College one of the nation’s Top Veteran-Friendly Schools in its upcoming Best of the Best issue. The issue, scheduled to be on newsstands on August 15, features the magazine’s selection of Top Military Friendly Companies, Top Supplier Diversity Programs, Top Government and Law Enforcement Agencies and other categories. U.S. Veterans Magazine is published by DiversityComm, and serves as a career, business and benefits resource for veterans transitioning from military to civilian life. U.S. News & World Report Methodology To ensure academic quality, all schools included in the U.S. News & World Report rankings first had to be numerically placed in the publication’s 2014 <a href="http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education" title="Link: http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education">Best Online Programs</a> rankings. This means each distance education program is housed in a regionally accredited institution and performed well enough on a multitude of factors – including program reputation, faculty credentials, high student graduation rates and low graduate debt loads – to earn a numeric Best Online Programs rank. Secondly, because veterans and active-duty members often wish to take full advantage of federal benefits designed to make their course credits more portable and less expensive, programs included in the veterans-focused rankings also had to: • Offer at least one credit-granting course listed in the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) <a href="http://www.dantescatalogs.com/DISCSubjectAreas.aspx?MajorSubjectArea=PC" target="_blank" title="Link: http://www.dantescatalogs.com/DISCSubjectAreas.aspx?MajorSubjectArea=PC">Catalog of Nationally Accredited Distance Learning Programs</a> • Belong to an institution that is a member of the <a href="http://www.soc.aascu.org/socconsortium/Default.html" target="_blank" title="Link: http://www.soc.aascu.org/socconsortium/Default.html">Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium</a> • Belong to an institution certified for the <a href="http://www.gibill.va.gov/" target="_blank" title="Link: http://www.gibill.va.gov/">GI Bill</a> • Belong to an institution participating in the <a href="http://gibill.va.gov/benefits/post_911_gibill/yellow_ribbon_program.html" target="_blank" title="Link: http://gibill.va.gov/benefits/post_911_gibill/yellow_ribbon_program.html">Yellow Ribbon Program</a> or a public institution that charges in-state tuition, which can be fully covered by the GI Bill, to all veterans applying from out of state. This allowance for public institutions is a change from the 2013 Best Online Programs for Veterans ranking methodology. U.S. News only ranked programs meeting all four criteria. Best Online Programs for Veterans ranks were assigned numerically in descending order of their Best Online Programs ranks among corresponding disciplines. About Berkeley College A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -   000Berkeley College Cited in 2014 Best Online Programs for Veterans by U.S. News and World ReportPress Release138277Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/20/201420145/20/201420145/20/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES ITS HOME IN WOODLAND PARK DURING CENTENNIAL PARADE <img alt="" height="145" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_Centennial_052014.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and associates celebrate with Woodland Park during the Borough’s Centennial Parade on Saturday, May 17. Berkeley College moved to Garret Mountain in 1976. Since that time, the College has been an integral part of the community and was recognized by the Mayor and Council in 2012 for its long-standing commitment. Berkeley College is currently undergoing a Renaissance in Woodland Park, with major architectural renovations to better serve the needs of local students. Joining students on the Berkeley College float are Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park and Paramus (front row, fifth from left); and Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations (far right). - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_Centennial_052014.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_Centennial_052014.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Celebrates its Home in Woodland Park During Centennial ParadePress Release138247Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/16/201420145/16/201420145/16/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   TWO BERKELEY COLLEGE GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENTS RECEIVE AWARDS FROM ART DIRECTORS COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY Berkeley College Graphic Design students Taylor Jones of Spring Valley, NY, and Kathy Lopez of Clifton, NJ, have received Awards of Excellence from the Art Directors Council of New Jersey (ADCNJ). In addition to receiving complimentary membership in this professional organization, award recipientshad the opportunity to showcase their portfolios at “Fest of the Best,” the inaugural Student Awards Show sponsored by ADCNJ.  Students at the showreceived valuable advice from established designers, expanded their networks and presented their work to potential employers. “The opportunity for our students to showcase their work is well deserved and exciting,” said Eileen MacAvery Kane, Chair, Graphic Design, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies. “It is a privilege to work with and help these students develop their talent for careers in design.” “I love Graphic Design and am surprised, considering I have been in this program only six months,” Ms. Jones said of the awards show.  She received an Associate’s degree in Interior Design from Berkeley College in 2013.  “I have an advantage because my career opportunities can combine interior design with graphic design.” Ms. Lopez agreed.  “Having peers and professionals validate your work feels good.  I received valuable feedback from working professionals who reviewed my portfolio.  We exchanged information so my career network grew.” Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. The College offers a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu. <img alt="" height="396" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TaylorJones_050114%281%29.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption A:  The work of Berkeley College Graphic Design student Taylor Jones of Spring Valley, NY, was recognized by the Art Directors Council of New Jersey recently at “Fest of the Best,” the inaugural student awards show. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TaylorJones_050114%281%29.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TaylorJones_050114%281%29.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="362" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_KathyLopez_050114%281%29.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: The work of Berkeley College Graphic Design student Kathy Lopez of Clifton, NJ, was recognized by the Art Directors Council of New Jersey recently at “Fest of the Best,” the inaugural student awards show. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_KathyLopez_050114%281%29.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_KathyLopez_050114%281%29.jpg</a>   -end- 000Berkeley College Graphic Design Students Receive Awards from Art Directors Council of New JerseyPress Release138236Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/15/201420145/15/201420145/15/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE TAPS INTO BROOKLYN TECH TRIANGLE U WEEK ACTIVITIES  Berkeley College faculty, students and alumni participated in seminars, panel sessions and networking events during the first Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week. Berkeley College is one of 11 colleges and universities that comprise the Tech Triangle U consortium engaged with the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership to support economic development in the Borough of Brooklyn, NY. In addition to Berkeley College, other institutions involved in Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week events included New York University and NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering, Pratt Institute, Brooklyn Law School, Empire State College, Long Island University, St. Francis College, and New York City College of Technology. “These academic and business collaborations are integral to the future success of our workforce,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Each college and university participating in Tech Triangle U provides areas of expertise that students can access to build their careers and employers can tap into to grow their businesses,” added Dr. Cortes. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechKickoff2-042314.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Tapping into Technology: Dario A. Cortes, President of Berkeley College (center) with Brendan J. Dugan, President of St. Francis College, and Sister Elizabeth A. Hill, President of St. Joseph College, during the Tech Triangle U Week kickoff breakfast held on April 23 in Downtown Brooklyn. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechKickoff2-042314.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechKickoff2-042314.jpg</a> Professors Gavin Goldstein, JD, Legal Studies, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies; and Darshan Desai, PhD, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, respectively participated in panel discussions on “Legal Issues for Start-Ups” and “Making Sense of Big Data.”  Berkeley College alumnus Daniel Saynt, Class of 2003, Founder of The Socialyte Collective, was a panelist with several professionals on the Recent Graduate Panel, and Rahul Bedi, PhD, Associate Chair, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, was a speaker on the “The Startup Curve” panel. According to Dr. Desai, participants in the “Big Data” session were interested in applications, potentials and ethical issues related to big data and global information system technologies. “Despite the hype, myths and fear, big data and related technologies have potential for significant impact,” she said. If you missed the session and want to take a look, you can view the digital video here: <a href="http://vimeo.com/album/2853396/video/93187205" style="line-height: 1.6;">http://vimeo.com/album/2853396/video/93187205</a> Professor Goldstein was delighted to be presenting at his alma mater, Brooklyn Law School.  “I was really happy to give advice and have general discussion with local individuals who were looking to start their own businesses,” he said. You can view the “Legal Issues for Start-Ups” session in its entirety at <a href="http://vimeo.com/album/2853396/video/92945557">http://vimeo.com/album/2853396/video/92945557</a>. Overall, this year’s Brooklyn Tech Triangle comprised 10 events, 32 open office sessions, more than 30 companies and 800 participants in one week. As the first event of its kind, <a href="http://downtownbrooklyn.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f8b9688ce380017b33b5f75ba&id=5adbecee77&e=65bb3a73b4" target="_blank">Tech Triangle U</a> sought to connect local tech and creative companies with Downtown Brooklyn’s College Town of 60,000 students. In case you missed it, you can check out the <a href="http://downtownbrooklyn.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f8b9688ce380017b33b5f75ba&id=9147192513&e=65bb3a73b4" target="_blank">media</a> coverage, video <a href="http://downtownbrooklyn.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f8b9688ce380017b33b5f75ba&id=440817bb3b&e=65bb3a73b4" target="_blank">recaps</a>, and some <a href="http://downtownbrooklyn.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f8b9688ce380017b33b5f75ba&id=adf81a145b&e=65bb3a73b4" target="_blank">photos</a>. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechDesai_043014.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Darshan Desai, PhD, Professor, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, seated, (seated second from left) joins fellow panelists  in the session Making Sense of Big Data during the inaugural Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechDesai_043014.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechDesai_043014.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechBedi_043014.JPG" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Rahul Bedi, PhD, Associate Chair, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, (right), was a speaker on the “The Startup Curve” panel during the inaugural Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechBedi_043014.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechBedi_043014.JPG</a>   <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechGoldstein_043014%281%29.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption D: Professor Gavin Goldstein, Legal Studies, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies, (second from right), participated in the panel discussion “Legal Issues for Start-Ups” during the inaugural Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechGoldstein_043014%281%29.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechGoldstein_043014%281%29.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechSaynt_043014.JPG" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption E: Berkeley College alumnus Daniel Saynt, Class of 2003, Founder of The Socialyte collective, center, was a panelist with several professionals on the Recent Graduate Panel during the inaugural Brooklyn Tech Triangle U week. To view a high resolution image of the above photo go to: <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechSaynt_043014.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_TechSaynt_043014.JPG</a> - End -   000Berkeley College Taps into Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Week ActivitiesPress Release138231Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/14/201420145/14/201420145/14/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> SECURITY PROFESSIONALS REFLECT ON LESSONS LEARNED DURING SUPER BOWL XLVII INFRASTRUCTURE SYMPOSIUM HOSTED BY BERKELEY COLLEGE   At “Protecting Critical Infrastructure – Monday Morning Quarterback: Lessons from the Big Game,” the symposium sponsored by Berkeley College at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, 150 law enforcement officials, business and security professionals, college professors, administrators and students shared their insights and discussed public safety today and plans for the future. Speakers included Peter C. Harvey, Esq., Partner Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler, LLP, former New Jersey Attorney General and Trustee, Berkeley College; Edward Dickson, Director, and Joseph Picciano, Deputy Director, Division of Preparedness, New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness; James Waters, Chief, New York City Police Department, Counterterrorism; Patrick Clark, Captain, NJ Transit Police Department; Mark Mangan, Captain, New Jersey State Police, and the Officer in Charge of Super Bowl Security Operations.  Mike Falvey, Security Manager, MetLife Stadium, led a tour for students and others following the presentations. According to Ron Hurley, Berkeley College Director of Public Safety, the seminar was important because it promoted awareness and strengthened public-private partnerships, both of which are critical to continued safety and security. The presenters provided an overview of what it takes to protect public events such as the Super Bowl at the Meadowlands, and how to manage emergency response efforts in the wake of crisis’ such as terrorist attacks and weather-related disasters.  Each of the speakers stressed the importance of collaboration, communication and public/private partnerships. “You have to have a plan and you have to have contingencies built into the plan,” said Captain Mark Mangan, the officer in charge of Super Bowl Security Operations for the New Jersey State Police. “It's just a matter of time before something happens, but it’s not going to happen here,” he said when discussing the Super Bowl and two years of security planning that went into the event. “We’ve made every game a Super Bowl,” he added, referring to ongoing refinements to security at MetLife Stadium. To view a copy of the post-event synopsis of the Infrastructure Symposium published by the Berkeley College Office of the President, Communications and External Relations, go to: <a href="http://bit.ly/1ooOk7A">http://bit.ly/1ooOk7A</a>. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="142" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Infrastructure_050114-1.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A:  Chief James Waters, Counterterrorism Bureau of the New York Police Department, addresses 150 law enforcement officials, business and security professionals, college professors, administrators and students at “Protecting Critical Infrastructure – Monday Morning Quarterback: Lessons from the Big Game,” the symposium sponsored by Berkeley College at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.  To view a copy of the post-event synopsis, go to: <a href="http://bit.ly/1ooOk7A">http://bit.ly/1ooOk7A</a>. To view a high resolution image of the photo above, go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Infrastructure_050114-1.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Infrastructure_050114-1.jpg</a> - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Security Professionals Reflect on Lessons Learned during Super Bowl XLVII Infrastructure Symposium Hosted by Berkeley CollegePress Release138217Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/13/201420145/13/201420145/13/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE MEDICAL ASSISTANT STUDENTS PERFORM HEALTH SCREENINGS DURING MARCH OF DIMES EVENT IN WAYNE <img alt="" height="130" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_MarchofDimes_043014.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Students in the Medical Assistant program at Berkeley College in Clifton, NJ, recently volunteered their time during the March of Dimes event at Wayne Hills High School in Wayne. The students applied knowledge from their core curriculum to check vital signs, and screened 75 individuals for high blood pressure during the Health Fair portion of the event. Berkeley College also formed a team of participants that walked in the event through the Berkeley Cares initiative, which assists local charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Left to right are Megan Marrero of Paterson; Gladys Pagan of Haledon; Miriam Perez of Wayne; Diamond Paduani and Virgen Merced, both of Paterson; Jose Montalvo, MD, RMA, CCMA, Professor, Medical Assistant program, Berkeley College School of Health Studies; Diesha Carter of Newark; Sharon Cordts of River Edge; and Elina Sanchez of Paterson. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_MarchofDimes_043014.jpg 000Berkeley College Medical Assistant Students Perform Health Screenings during March of Dimes in WaynePress Release138206Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/12/201420145/12/201420145/12/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 12, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES STUDENT CREATIVITY WITH SPRING SHOWCASE Berkeley College celebrated the creativity of students from a number of academic disciplines during Berkeley in Bloom: A Spring Showcase, held Wednesday, April 30, at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. The festival was co-sponsored by the School of Liberal Arts, the Library, and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. “This exciting event brought together the many facets of our Berkeley College community at Woodland Park,” said Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts. “It was a celebration of the warmer weather, and the creativity and beauty that abound both inside and outside of our classrooms.” Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, welcomed participants and called Berkeley in Bloom “a wonderful display of the talents of our students.” The spring showcase featured works by students enrolled in fashion, interior design, art, graphic design, public speaking, creative writing, marketing and science courses. A number of students performed dramatic readings and recited poems that they wrote in celebration of spring. The showcase also included performances by The Liberal Artists, a group featuring three faculty members from the School of Liberal Arts: English Professor Lisa Karakas (violin/vocals); psychology Professor Cezar Giosan (guitar/vocals); and science Professor Jennifer Yadav (vocals). Professor Karakas was inspired by her love of Irish music to play a solo piece titled “Winter into Spring.” “I chose this piece because its warm melody represents the reawakening of the earth that happens each spring,” Professor Karakas said. A number of Graphic Design students enrolled in a Desktop Publishing course produced artwork for the showcase. They included Douglas Cosby of Paterson, NJ, who was proud to have his drawing of a heart-shaped vine on exhibit, and Jorge Morocco of Hillside, NJ, who incorporated a spring poem by Le Morte d’Arthur into his graphic design of a tree. “It was a really nice feeling having my artwork on exhibit in front of a lot of people,” Mr. Morocco said of his participation in the event. Melissa Baralt, PhD, a professor in the Math and Sciences department, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, and students in her Evolution of Life course, rose to the challenge of participating in the spring showcase. The students broke into groups to study sunlight, and to explore whether there is a correlation between the weather and a student’s grade point average. The results were presented at the spring celebration as a colorful tabletop display. “This was an awesome experience for my students,” Dr. Baralt said. “The showcase provided a great way to integrate the student population – not only through social activities, but through events that can collaboratively demonstrate academic tenacity.” Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. The College offers a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> <img alt="" height="309" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomA_042914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A:  Berkeley College student Jorge Morocho of Hillside, NJ, who is enrolled in the Graphic Design program, created this piece that was on display during Berkeley in Bloom: A Spring Showcase, held at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. The spring festival was co-sponsored by the Liberal Arts Department, the Library, and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life.  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomA_042914.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomA_042914.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="173" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomB_042914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: Students enjoy the exhibits at Berkeley in Bloom: A Spring Showcase, held at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. Left to right are Emunah Lewis and Sarah Shehadeh, both residents of Clifton. The spring showcase was co-sponsored by the School of Liberal Arts, the Library, and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomB_042914.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomB_042914.jpg</a>   -end- 000Berkeley College Celebrates Student Creativity with Spring ShowcasePress Release138497Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/10/201420146/2/201420146/2/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY IN BROOKLYN HONORS THOSE WHO SERVED <img alt="" height="138" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_MemorialDay_052914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College honored America’s fallen heroes, as well as the more than 500 students and staff members who served in the Armed Forces, during a Memorial Day ceremony and luncheon in Brooklyn. During the ceremony, William Flud of Far Rockaway in Queens, a Berkeley College student and veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard, read an original poem, and student veterans Jeffrey Jeannis of Brooklyn and Jose Pagan of the Bronx, both veterans of the U.S. Army, spoke about the importance of the day. Left to right are Maja Johnson, Coordinator, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Mr. Jeannis; Richard Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Lisa Mulligan, Assistant Director and Veterans Advisor, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Conrad Walker, Campus Operating Officer, Brooklyn; and Mr. Pagan. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_MemorialDay_052914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_MemorialDay_052914.jpg</a></div>   000Berkeley College Memorial Day Ceremony in Brooklyn Honors Those Who ServedPress Release138441Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/10/201420145/29/201420145/29/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY IN WOODBRIDGE HONORS THOSE WHO SERVED <img alt="" height="197" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_MemorialDay_052814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College honored America’s fallen heroes, as well as the more than 500 students and staff members who served in the Armed Forces, during a Memorial Day ceremony and luncheon in Woodbridge. During the ceremony, Greg Ieraci, Berkeley College Personal Counselor, encouraged attendees not to take their freedoms for granted. Wilber Roman of Carteret, a Berkeley College student and veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard, read a poem titled “I AM.” Left to right are Stan Holland, Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge and Newark; Richard Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Mr. Roman; Diane Recinos, Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management; Mr. Ieraci; and Lisa Mulligan, Assistant Director and Veterans Advisor, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_MemorialDay_052814.jpg 000Berkeley College Memorial Day Ceremony in Woodbridge Honors Those Who ServedPress Release138199Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/9/201420145/9/201420145/9/20142014<span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">BERKELEY COLLEGE PROFESSOR MARY JANE CLERKIN, DA, INDUCTED INTO USDLA 2014 HALL OF FAME <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, professor of English, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, was inducted into the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) 2014 Hall of Fame during the USDLA National Conference on May 6 in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Clerkin was recognized for significant contributions to the field of online learning through leadership, technology, research and teaching. In addition, <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/berkeley_college_online.htm" style="line-height: 1.6;">Berkeley College Online®</a> was recognized at the conference for receiving USDLA/QS certification for excellence in distance learning. <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">“As a premier organization for the entire distance learning profession, we are honoring Dr. Clerkin and Berkeley College as leaders in the industry,” said John G. Flores, Executive Director of USDLA and Executive Dean at Nova Southeastern University. “Dr. Clerkin has raised the bar of excellence and we are truly honored by her contributions within all distance learning constituencies.” <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, said that Dr. Clerkin has played an important role in the growth and development of a highly successful online program at Berkeley College. The Berkeley College Class of 2014 included 550 online graduates who were recognized during the recent <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/commencement/Virtual_2014/">Berkeley College Virtual Commencement</a> ceremony.     <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">“Dr. Clerkin is widely recognized as an innovative leader in the field of online teaching and learning, and we are very proud of her accomplishments,” Dr. Cortes said. <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This is the second time that Dr. Clerkin has been honored by the USDLA. In 2007, she was presented with the USDLA Best Practices Gold Award in recognition of her extraordinary achievement in scholarly research and writing, leadership and service. Dr. Clerkin frequently presents at national and international conferences on the use of technology in the online programs at Berkeley College. Most recently, she presented “Using Voice in Online Courses” at the NJEdge.Net Faculty Best Practices showcase at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ.  At the USDLA National Conference in St. Louis, Dr. Clerkin presented “How Easy Can Connections Get.” <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dr. Clerkin began her tenure at Berkeley College in 1984 as a professor of English. In addition, she served as the Coordinator of Online Faculty Support from 2002 until 2011 and as the Faculty Support Specialist, Berkeley College Online®, from 2011 to 2012. Dr. Clerkin played a leadership role in the design of Berkeley College required courses: Road to Success in Online Teaching and Road to Success in Online Learning. For more information on Dr. Clerkin, visit<a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/mary_jane_clerkin.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/mary_jane_clerkin.htm</a> <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Berkeley College also was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. In addition, BestOnlineColleges.org ranked Berkeley College as one of the 2014 Best Schools Offering Online Marketing Degree Programs. <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/" style="line-height: 1.6;">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><img alt="" height="296" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Photo Caption: Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, was inducted into the 2014 United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) Hall of Fame during the USDLA annual conference on May 6 in St. Louis, MO. This is the second time that Dr. Clerkin has been honored by the USDLA. In 2007, she was presented with the USDLA Best Practices Gold Award in recognition of her extraordinary achievement in scholarly research and writing, leadership and service. <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">- end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> <span id="VOCUSHTML" style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg%20">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Professor Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, Inducted into USDLA 2014 Hall of FamePress Release138194Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/8/201420145/8/201420145/8/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE VOLUNTEERS PARTICIPATE IN MARCH OF DIMES MARCH FOR BABIES EVENT IN NEW YORK CITY <img alt="" height="359" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchforBabiesRT_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the March of Dimes March for Babies event in New York City. Left to right are Berkeley College students Emily Infante of Manhattan, Marielena (Mary) Moreno of Jackson Heights in Queens, NY, and Sharla Natasha Hanley of Manhattan. Through the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students assist local charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. The March of Dimes nonprofit organization supports community programs that help moms, and funds research to find answers to problems that threaten newborn babies.   <div id="plugpanel" style="color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal; left: 8px; top: 12px; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909" style="color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal;">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchforBabiesRT_050114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchforBabiesRT_050114.jpg</a></div> -end- 000Berkeley College Volunteers Participate in March of Dimes March for Babies Event in New York CityPress Release138174Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/7/201420145/7/201420145/7/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> MELVIN MONTALVO HONORED AS ALUMNUS OF YEAR AT BERKELEY COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY <img alt="" height="258" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AlumofYear_050714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Melvin Montalvo of Stirling, NJ, was honored with the Alumni of the Year award during the 2014 Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 25, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. The Alumni of the Year award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and community fulfillment. Mr. Montalvo is Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales and Business Development for My IT Provider, a Caldwell-based networking and technology support company for small and mid-sized businesses. He graduated from Berkeley College in Woodland Park in 1991 with an AAS in Business Administration – Accounting and in 2003 with a BS in Business Administration – Management. In addition to being active in community and professional organizations, Mr. Montalvo represents the Berkeley College Alumni Association on the 2015-2020 Strategic Planning Committee and shares his business experience with current students through career panels and Alumni Reunion Weekends. Left to right are Jennifer Porter, Berkeley College Director, Alumni Relations; Mr. Montalvo; and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.  - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AlumofYear_050714.jpg 000Melvin Montalvo Honored as Alumnus of Year at Berkeley College Commencement CeremonyPress Release138163Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/6/201420145/6/201420145/6/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE OFFICE OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS CELEBRATES GRADUATES  As the number of Veterans Resource Centers at Berkeley College has increased over the past three years, so has the number of military and veteran graduates earning degrees from Berkeley College. A total of 110 military and veteran students were eligible to participate in the Class of 2014 Commencement ceremony held recently at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (OMVA), acknowledged this growth at a special event held to celebrate these accomplishments. The recognition dinner and celebration also recognized a number of Berkeley College military and veteran students who participated in the National Library of Congress Veterans History Project. Two Class of 2014 veteran graduates, Maja Johnson and Melissa Stubblefield, were on hand to share in the excitement, and speak about their careers and college journeys. Maja Johnson of San Jose, CA, a veteran of the U.S. Army, earned her BS degree in Health Services Management from Berkeley College. She began her required internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, and finished it at Berkeley in the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. She will begin earning her Master’s degree in Social Work at Rutgers University in Fall 2014. Melissa Stubblefield of Louisville, KY, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, earned her BA degree in Management at Berkeley College. She completed her required internship at the nonprofit organization Who Am I Ministries, Inc. She also owns her own consulting and life coaching business. Ms. Stubblefield plans on attending Mercy College and earning a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership. BC: How did your military experience help you as a college student? MJ: As veterans we experience things differently. Our maturity level is different. The military provided me with a sense of accomplishment. Without the military I would not have been ready to come back to school. MS: My military experience gave me an upper hand as a college student. I had maturity and leadership skills. I could be a team leader, focus on one thing at a time and go on. I could manage my time. I am not sure I would have been able to push ahead without that experience. BC: What was your experience at Berkeley College like? MJ: It was nice to know that there were other students my age (adult students) earning their degrees. My professors were great. Some were hard. Now I appreciate that. I started the military club, which was supported by the college. My hard work is being recognized as I have been placed in a position that is just what I want to do. Berkeley helped me accomplish things I never thought a school would. MS: I had a great experience at Berkeley, both with the staff and the students. There had been a lot of trauma being in the military. We got out; some got hurt; some died. Communication was the key. At Berkeley College I had open dialogue; they were there to help me. I was grieving so much and would not have been able to graduate without the support of Berkeley College staff and students. BC: What characteristic about earning your undergraduate degree at Berkeley College benefitted you the most? MJ: I learned how to moderate myself, the good and the bad. Even though I procrastinated, putting a 25-page paper together in the end helped put things in perspective. MS: The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs played one of the biggest roles in my time at Berkeley. They understand what life is like for veterans, starting school after having served our country … they were my saving grace. BC: What made you decide to go on and enroll in a Master’s degree program? MJ: Honestly, when I first entered Berkeley College, I thought I would just get an Associate’s degree. But for some jobs you need a Bachelor’s, and for others you need a Master’s. Getting a Master’s degree will open my horizons. MS: The degree I am seeking in Organizational Leadership will take me far. I want to hone in on leadership and combine it with my interest in the nonprofit world. It will make me more competitive. <img alt="" height="211" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_MilitaryGradA_050614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Maja Johnson, BS, Health Services Management, Berkeley College Class of 2014, is one of 110 military and veteran graduates who were recognized at Commencement this year. Ms. Johnson plans to earn a Master’s degree in Social Work enabling her to pursue her career goal to work with veterans. <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_MilitaryGradB_050614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Melissa Stubblefield, BA, Management, Berkeley College Class of 2014, is one of 110 military and veteran graduates who were recognized at Commencement this year. Ms. Stubblefield plans to earn a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership so her career can combine both of her interests – leadership and nonprofit organizations. - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_MilitaryGradA_050614.jpg http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_MilitaryGradB_050614.jpg 000Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs Celebrates GraduatesPress Release138152Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/5/201420145/5/201420145/5/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 5, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   STUDENT VETERANS SHARE THEIR STORIES DURING CELEBRATION OF WORLD BOOK NIGHT AT BERKELEY COLLEGE IN PARAMUS <img alt="" height="155" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_WBN_RTPhoto_050514.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student veterans shared stories and answered questions about their military experiences during a recent celebration of World Book Night at Berkeley College in Paramus. Pictured left to right are U.S. Navy veterans Rashad Moore of Hackensack and Ibrahim Hanna of Garfield; and U.S. Army Military Police Corps veteran Felix Katsaroa of Hackensack. More than 40 students and associates attended the event that was hosted by the Berkeley College Library. Free special edition copies of Sunrise over Fallujah (Scholastic Press, 2008), a story about a group of young men and women who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom, and The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference (Little, Brown and Company, 2002) were distributed during the event. World Book Night is an annual celebration dedicated to spreading the love of reading. <span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_WBN_RTPhoto_050514.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_WBN_RTPhoto_050514.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> -end-<o:p></o:p> </div>  000Student Veterans Share Their Stories During Celebration of World Book Night at Berkeley CollegePress Release138149Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/201420145/2/201420145/2/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.    BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MAY EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 17    Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event for high school seniors and adult students, and offers all immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 1 Blackwell Street, Dover:  May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 21 Berkeley College will host a free program on Dealing with Water Damage from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.  Tom Peter, an expert in disaster recovery and environmental solutions, will discuss important topics that every home and business owner should know.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus: May 7 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, this seminar will cover homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge: May 3 Berkeley College will host a free Fashion Workshop from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.     For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more  information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 17    Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 31 Berkeley College will host a free Design a Kitchen Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Enjoy a hands-on project that will show you the process of designing a kitchen.  Lunch is included.    For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn: May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more  information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 29 Berkeley College will host a free Healthcare Reform Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This informative seminar will provide an understanding of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act known as Obamacare and the resulting benefits, challenges and overall impact on individuals and the healthcare system.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: May 3 and 17 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 13 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, this seminar will cover homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 17 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the  exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  May 10 Berkeley College will host a Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for high school juniors.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. May 14 Berkeley College will host a free Marketing Communications Seminar from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The seminar covers the program that trains graduates to work in areas such as social media strategy, market research, media planning, media buying, brand management, advertising, public relations and other functions involving communications. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                    ONLINE                                                            The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online®: May 10 Berkeley College will host an online Junior Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more information, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host an online Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more information, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                                                                      - end -           000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release138133Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/1/201420145/1/201420145/1/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> NEWARK RESIDENT SERVES AS STUDENT SPEAKER DURING BERKELEY COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentSpeaker_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Vakesha Archie of Newark, NJ, served as student speaker during the 2014 Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 25, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. Ms. Archie graduated magna cum laude, receiving a Bachelor’s of Science in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice. While attending Berkeley College in Newark, she served as Student Government Association President and volunteered for numerous community service projects. “The sky is the limit for each and every one of you, and I cannot wait to see where we go from here,” Ms. Archie told the graduates. “Today, I feel accomplished because I am finally living my dream, and I know my fellow graduates are feeling the same way. Today is our day and tomorrow is the beginning of the rest of our lives.” - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentSpeaker_050114.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentSpeaker_050114.jpg</a></div>  000Newark Resident Serves as Student Speaker During Berkeley College Commencement CeremonyPress Release138127Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/30/201420144/30/201420144/30/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;">BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ARTWORK FOR THE MONTH OF MAY -</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">                  THE BIOMORPHIC IMAGININGS OF TEN AND THE MYSTERY OF NICK SAVIDES            </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of talented artists Ten and Nick Savides at its newly renovated Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street. This exhibit is on display from May 1 through 30—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. A reception will be held on Wednesday, May 14, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.  Raised in the Netherlands, Ten (Jan ten Broeke) arrived in the United States as a young man.  He became an active member of the vibrant evolutionary art scene of Greenwich Village in New York City in the 1950s and 1960s where he earned the admiration and friendship of many of the scene’s most influential artists.  That is still true today as he  continues to garner enthusiastic praise for his unique biomorphic and geomorphic imaginings.     An introspective artist, Ten says of his work, “Ultimately, my mind, my eyes and my hands are merely instrumental in producing this work. In spite of knowing better, I do frequently experience the sensation that the work is not created by me, but through me.  He adds, “My art has a chance for limited survival, but I know my body does not.”   Ten has gone on to exhibit at many domestic and international shows, receiving honors and awards along the way.  He is a member of “Who’s Who in American Art.”   He has exhibited at Berkeley College in the past, and his work is presently on display at Berkeley College, 225 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.  Nick Savides studied art at Brandeis University under New York figurative painter Paul Georges and learned formal composition and painting techniques.  Moving to New York in 1980, he created city scenes, panting people in the context of the streets.  His work extended to Brooklyn, the New England landscapes, national parks across the United States and Paris, France.  Mr. Savides says, “My paintings have a calming effect; if they were music, the melody would be soft and soothing.  I’m inspired by the effects of light.  Influenced by artists such as Jan Vermeer and Edward Hopper, I strive to create paintings that capture a sense of time and place as well as mystery.  They draw you in with the familiar and invite you to interpret them by inventing the story behind them.”     This is Mr. Savides’ fourth exhibit at Berkeley College.  His oil on canvas “Wall Street – Early Morning” took first place at the Berkeley College “Change in Brooklyn” art competition in early 2011.  He has had many solo and group exhibits, including the Edward Hopper House, Nyack, NY; Geary Gallery, Darien, CT; and Accent Gallery, Ocean City, NJ.  He was recently filmed by French director Pierre Oertel for an upcoming documentary “Art City.”    For more details about these artists and the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="149" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Artwork from an exhibit by Ten on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City, from May 1 through 30.        To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistTen_050114.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: “Wall Street - Early Morning,” an oil on canvas from an exhibit by Nick Savides on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City, from May 1 through 30.        To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistNickSavides_050114.jpg</a> - end -   000Berkeley College Presents Artwork for May, Biomorphic Imaginings of Ten, Mystery of Nick SavidesPress Release138118Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/29/201420144/29/201420144/29/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES STUDENT CREATIVITY WITH SPRING SHOWCASE Berkeley College will celebrate the creativity of students from a number of academic disciplines during Berkeley in Bloom: A Spring Showcase, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 30, at Berkeley College in Woodland Park. The festival is co-sponsored by the Liberal Arts Department, the Library, and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. The spring showcase features works by students enrolled in fashion, interior design, art, graphic design, public speaking, creative writing, marketing and science courses. A number of students also will perform dramatic readings. The celebration kicks off with a performance of spring-themed songs by The Liberal Artists, a group of professors from the School of Liberal Arts. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. The College offers a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="309" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_BloomA_042914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: This piece by Berkeley College student Jorge Morocho will be on display at Berkeley in Bloom: A Spring Showcase. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> 000Berkeley College Celebrates Student Creativity with Spring ShowcasePress Release138107Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse4/29/201420144/29/201420144/29/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> MORE THAN 2,300 STUDENTS RECEIVE DIPLOMAS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 25, to honor and celebrate Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2014. This year’s graduating class is the largest in the history of Berkeley College with more than 2,300 students from Berkeley College locations in New York and New Jersey and Berkeley College Online® receiving Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and certificates. The Class of 2014 includes 110 military and veteran students and 550 online students. The online students were recognized during the 2014 Berkeley College Virtual Commencement that united students worldwide in the celebration of their graduation from Berkeley College. “I am so proud to congratulate you on reaching such an important milestone,” Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, told the graduates. “Today you join the ranks of 38,000 Berkeley College alumni worldwide. Tap into this powerful network. And remember, as you build your career path you are never alone. As a Berkeley College graduate, you receive a lifetime of career assistance.” During their college careers, the members of the graduating class served internships and built working relationships with more than 1,000 companies, including Bloomingdale’s, Price WaterhouseCoopers, The New York Times Company, Passaic County Superior Court, Verizon, Vera Wang, and the White Plains Police Department among others. Camelia M. Valdes, Passaic County Prosecutor, delivered the Commencement Address and was presented with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. A first-generation college student, Ms. Valdes also is the first Latina county prosecutor in the State of New Jersey, the first woman prosecutor in Passaic County, and the first lead prosecutor of Dominican ancestry in the United States. Her address included Ms. Valdes telling the graduates that they are now equipped to enter their fields of study and to “shatter the glass ceiling and excel.” “You honor the Berkeley College experience with what you do with it. Whether you enter the world of accounting, law, graphic design or interior design, or the healthcare services field, you can make a difference in the lives of others,” Ms. Valdes said. “I wish for you honesty and endurance and courage. Many congratulations!” John McGarraghy, Trustee Emeriti, received an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree during the Commencement ceremony. Mr. McGarraghy served as Berkeley College Trustee from 1992 to 2002. During his tenure he chaired Board Committees on Academic and Student Affairs and Long-Range Planning. The College also recognized student Sharla Natasha Hanley of Manhattan with the Robert Maher Outstanding Student award. Melvin Montalvo of Stirling, NJ, Class of 2003, was recognized with the 2014 Alumni of the Year award. The student speaker was Vakesha Archie of Newark, NJ. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> <img alt="" height="158" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_OverviewImage_42914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /></div> Photo Caption A: Family and friends fill the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 25, to honor and celebrate Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2014. This year’s graduating class is the largest in the history of Berkeley College with more than 2,300 students receiving Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and certificates. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_OverviewImage_42914.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_OverviewImage_42914.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="211" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CValdesSpeaking_42914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: Camelia M. Valdes, Passaic County Prosecutor, delivers the Commencement Address to the Berkeley College Class of 2014. Ms. Valdes was presented with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree during the Ceremony. This year’s graduating class is the largest in the history of Berkeley College with more than 2,300 students receiving Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and certificates. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CValdesSpeaking_42914.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CValdesSpeaking_42914.jpg</a>   -end-   000More Than 2,300 Students Receive Diplomas from Berkeley CollegePress Release138097Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/28/201420144/28/201420144/28/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE VOLUNTEERS LEND A HELPING HAND AT GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON IN NEW YORK CITY   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <img alt="" height="376" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_GoRedLuncheonA_4.24.14.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> Photo Caption A (L to R): Berkeley College students Ashley Rodriguez of the Bronx and Marlo Scott of Far Rockaway in Queens, NY, with Melissa Vidam, Berkeley College Director of Multicultural and Community Affairs in New York City, take a break from volunteering at the Go Red for Women Luncheon, held recently in New York City. Berkeley College volunteers served as photography assistants, helping to capture photos of guests and keynote speakers, including Chelsea Clinton. This is the second consecutive year that Berkeley College volunteers worked at the event that is an initiative of the American Heart Association, and seeks to educate women about the risks of heart disease. </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_GoRedLuncheonA_4.24.14.jpg <img alt="" height="186" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_GoRedLuncheonB_4.24.14.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B (L to R): Berkeley College student Ashley Rodriguez of the Bronx took time out from volunteering at the Go Red for Women Luncheon, held recently in New York City. Berkeley College volunteers served as photography assistants, helping to capture photos of guests and keynote speakers, including Chelsea Clinton. This is the second consecutive year that Berkeley College volunteers worked at the event that is an initiative of the American Heart Association, and seeks to educate women about the risks of heart disease. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_GoRedLuncheonB_4.24.14.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_GoRedLuncheonB_4.24.14.jpg</a> -end-    000Berkeley College Volunteers Lend a Helping Hand at Go Red for Women LuncheonPress Release138088Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/24/201420144/24/201420144/24/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;">BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ARTISTS OF THE WORLD –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">FEATURED ARTISTS FROM THE WORLD FINE ART GROUP </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of a variety of artists at the Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is already on display and will continue to June 27.  The gallery is open each week Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.    “This is the second time we are featuring members of the World Fine Art Group – a collection of artists from all over the world,” says Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan galleries. “These are great talents and we’re pleased to have them back at Berkeley College.”     Featured artists are:  Barry Boobis – An artist-in-residence at the Bluenote Jazz Club in New York City and a participant in the Newport Jazz Festival and the Saratoga Jazz Festival for many years, Mr. Boobis brings his love of music into his art.  Paul Freidin – Mr. Freidin began drawing as a child during World War II, and was greatly influenced by jazz musicians like Charley Parker, John Coltrane and Miles Davis. Sandra Gottlieb – Ms. Gottlieb is a fine arts photographer who has exhibited widely throughout the United States. Much of her work has a personal connection to the sea. Victor M. Trejo – Mr. Trejo says he didn’t discover his pictorial vocation until the age of 27, but his aesthetic sensibility remained deeply marked at 18. A strong spiritual crisis combined with readings of Shakespeare, Goethe, Whitman and Victor Hugo brought him to the existence of a new world of vast and transcendent significations.  Ten – Ten’s works of oil on panel focus on biomorphic phenomena and evolutionary forces forming the basis of gender interaction.  His images are floral and organic. Tami Uyama – This popular artist from Japan generally works in freehand. Cedric Van Eenoo – Mr. Van Eenoo is a multidisciplinary artist, painter, musician, writer and university professor. He says his ink paintings are “an interpretation of the principles of quantum physics in a poetic aesthetic.”  For more information about all of the artists and the exhibit, contact Robert Keiber at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065.                                                                        - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Berkeley College Presents Artists of the World - Featured Artists from the World Fine Art GroupPress Release138056Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/21/201420144/21/201420144/21/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT ENCOURAGES BROOKLYN BUSINESSES TO TAP INTO TALENT IN ‘COLLEGE TOWN’   Berkeley College in Brooklyn opened its doors to borough businesses during a tour and luncheon for business leaders hosted by Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. The event was held on April 11 in partnership with the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and Brooklyn Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Downtown Brooklyn is also known as “College Town,” with more than 50,000 students and 11 colleges and universities. With the convergence of College Town and Tech Town fueling the region’s knowledge economy, Dr. Cortes called Brooklyn a hub for jobs growth. “When you look at the skilled labor force required to fill the impending Brooklyn technology-jobs boom, consider Berkeley College a partner in knowledge, talent and training – from our faculty to our students,” said Dr. Cortes. In his remarks, Dr. Cortes referred to an article in Bloomberg Businessweek, which noted that private-sector job growth in Brooklyn over the past decade increased by 26 percent from 2003 to 2013, with 503,572 jobs. This was the largest gain in jobs among the five boroughs according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Manhattan, jobs grew by 13 percent in the 10-year period. More than 70 business leaders mingled with students, faculty and staff, gaining insight into the academic programs at Berkeley College, including an overview of the Larry L. Luing School of Business, the Bachelor’s degree programs offered, and the Career Services network at the College that helps connect employers with Berkeley students and graduates. “The Brooklyn Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has already been working with Berkeley College to employ students,” said Rick Miranda, President of the Brooklyn Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “Events like this are valuable in raising awareness about the student talent and higher education resources available to businesses in Downtown Brooklyn.” During the week of April 21 to 27, Berkeley College will join other Downtown Brooklyn colleges and universities as part of Brooklyn Tech Triangle U, a conference open to businesses and the general public featuring topics such as big data, intellectual property, creative fields in technology and advanced designs in technology. To learn more about the program or to register for events, go to <a href="http://brooklyntechtriangle.com/tech-u/">http://brooklyntechtriangle.com/tech-u/</a> <img alt="" height="156" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/iBrooklyn-1.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption (from left) Rick Miranda, President and CEO, Brooklyn Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Sylvia R. Mata, President, League of United Latino American Citizens, Queens Council; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College; and Mahshid Khavari, Career Services Counselor, Berkeley College, were among the business leaders who met at Berkeley College to find out about available academic and career services and network with faculty and students. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/iBrooklyn-1.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/iBrooklyn-1.jpg</a> About Berkeley College Berkeley College, located at 255 Duffield Street, celebrated the opening of its Brooklyn location in April 2011. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.   - end -     000Berkeley College President Encourages Brooklyn Businesses to Tap into Talent in 'College Town'Press Release138048Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/21/201420144/21/201420144/21/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   SECURITY PROFESSIONALS TO REFLECT ON PREPARATION FOR SUPER BOWL XLVII DURING SEMINAR HOSTED BY BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College invites law enforcement and security professionals to go behind-the-scenes at MetLife Stadium to learn about the complex efforts undertaken to prepare for Super Bowl XLVIII. “Protecting Critical Infrastructure – Monday Morning Quarterback: Lessons from the Big Game” will be held Thursday, May 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The seminar is free to students and educators, business and security professionals, and law enforcement. Speakers include professionals from NJ TRANSIT, New Jersey State Police, the New York City Police Department Counterterrorism Bureau, and the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, among others. The program will close with a tour of MetLife Stadium. According to Ron Hurley, Berkeley College Director of Public Safety, the seminar is important because it promotes awareness and strengthens public-private partnerships, both of which are critical to continued safety and security. To register by April 28, visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Infrastructure2014; call 800-446-5400, ext. FPC; or e-mail info@BerkeleyCollege.edu. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.   - end -     000Security Professionals to Reflect on Preparation for Super Bowl XLVII During SeminarPress Release138044Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/18/201420144/18/201420144/18/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS VETERANS AND MILITARY GRADUATES AT VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT GALA Berkeley College recently held its second annual Veterans History Project gala honoring Veterans of the Armed Forces as well as 110 military graduates who will receive degrees during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 25. The event featured an exclusive screening of a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project, an endeavor created in 2000 to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members. In the video, Berkeley College students, staff and other veterans chronicle their personal experiences during military training, deployment and combat. To view the video, click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiyw31uSP84">here</a>. At the event, Berkeley College military graduates each received a red, white and blue honor cord to be worn during the upcoming Commencement ceremony. Keynote speaker Roger E. Oslizly, First Sergeant (retired), a recipient of numerous medals including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart, encouraged the graduates in their endeavors. “You’re going to go on in your education, and you’re going to make this country stronger and better than it is today,” Mr. Oslizly told the graduates. “And you’re going to be heroes again.” The following individuals contributed their stories to the Veterans History Project video: Berkeley College students - Matteo Bonomo of Flushing, Queens, U.S. Army - Xavier Carpio of Newark, U.S. Army - Bradley Clarke of Rosedale, Queens, U.S. Navy (Currently deployed) - Ryan Davenport of Paterson, U.S. Army - Chaz Epps of Orange, U.S. Navy - Speedy Guareno of Kearny, U.S. Army - Andres Mendez of Newark, U.S. Army - Evan Wright of Jersey City, U.S. Army Also featured - Chris Carbone of Wayne, U.S. Army (Currently deployed) - Stan Holland of Newark, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark, U.S. Army - Maja Johnson of Newark, Berkeley College alumna, U.S. Army Approximately 500 military students and veterans are enrolled at Berkeley College in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online®. The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill and collaborates on national ventures with the National Guard, the Army and the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College was honored in 2014 as a military-friendly school by Military Advanced Education, Military Times, and G.I. Jobs magazines. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="234" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryA_041814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Roger E. Oslizly, First Sergeant (retired), speaks to Berkeley College military students during the second annual Veterans History Project gala. The event also honored the 110 military graduates who will receive degrees during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 25. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryB_041814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: The military community of Berkeley College is honored during the second annual Veterans History Project gala. The event also recognized the 110 military graduates who will receive degrees during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 25. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> </div> To view high-resolution version of these photos, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryA_041814.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryA_041814.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryB_041814.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransHistoryB_041814.jpg</a>  000Berkeley College Honors Veterans and Military Graduates at Veterans History Project GalaPress Release138009Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/11/201420144/11/201420144/11/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   POLITICAL LEADERS DISCUSS CHALLENGES WOMEN FACE IN BUSINESS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE SIXTH ANNUAL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PANEL Political leaders offered inspiration and insight at the Sixth Annual Women’s Leadership Panel recently sponsored by Berkeley College at the Brownstone in Paterson, NJ.   Seven distinguished leaders spoke to legislators, residents of northern New Jersey, members of local chambers of commerce, as well as Berkeley College students and associates about the challenges women face in business and how to overcome them. Most agreed society has come a long way, but there is still work to be done.  Senator Robert M. Gordon said he advises his colleagues to get rid of the stereotypes. “I try to do what I can to make opportunities happen for women," he said.  "I try to be a mentor.”   Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi said that her female friends helped nurture her, and helped her get a foot in the door. “Then it was up to me,” she added. “If you have a job you believe in, a policy you believe in, to make things happen you have to have a backbone.”  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="193" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_WomensLeadershipPanel_032814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption: Guest speakers on the Berkeley College Sixth Annual Women’s Leadership Panel are, front row, left to right, Gail Gordon, Political Strategist; Senator Robert M. Gordon, 38th District; Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, Berkeley College (Panel Moderator).  Back row, left to right, are Senator Nellie Pou, 35th District; Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter, Deputy Speaker, 35th District; Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi, 39th District; the Honorable Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate; and Lauren Murphy, Director of Passaic County One Stop.     To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/PARWomensLeadershipPanel_032814.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/PAR_WomensLeadershipPanel_032814.jpg</a>                                                                                                                       - end -                                 <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Political Leaders Discuss Challenges Women Face in Business at Berkeley College Leadership PanelPress Release139001Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/10/201420147/10/201420147/10/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS SNOWBALL EXPRESS OUTING FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN U.S. TROOPS The New York Mets game on Sunday, July 6, seemed like any other day at Citi Field. But in the crowd was a special group of fans – the families of fallen U.S. troops. The outing was inspired by Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of servicemembers, and was sponsored by Berkeley College, an institution that has been recognized for its dedication to the military. “Berkeley College was proud to honor the sacrifice of the 19 military families who attended this year’s event,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, adding that this is the fourth year Berkeley has been a sponsor. “Through Snowflake Events, families who have shared tremendous loss can come together to make happy memories.” The Snowflake Event at Citi Field included an autograph session with Mets players Eric Campbell, Jenrry Mejia, Josh Edgin and Vic Black, as well as a keepsake baseball and souvenirs. The children also were invited onto the field to run the bases after the game. Snowflake Events are sponsored regionally during the year, in addition to a Snowball Express main event held annually in Texas. Shalan Webb of Fair Haven, NJ, lost her husband, Army Staff Sgt. Chris Webb, in Baghdad in 2007. Ms. Webb attended the event with her daughter, Mary, who was six months old when her father was killed. “Snowball Express reminds us that there are people who care about our loss – who remember our loved ones,” said Ms. Webb. “It’s a safe place for the children to talk about their dads. I love spending time with the other widows. We all get it.” Ms. Webb said she and Mary, now 7, have attended other baseball games and a movie premiere through Snowball Express. “As single parents, we do everything – the job of both mom and dad,” said Ms. Webb. “Snowball Express allows us to enjoy special events with our children so they have our full attention. Spending time with my daughter and doing something special with her creates awesome memories for us both.” Jason Araghi, Board Member and Snowflake Event Coordinator for Snowball Express, said supporters are an important part of the Snowball Express mission. “Because of great sponsors at Berkeley College, along with our friends at the New York Mets, we were able to again host a terrific event at Citi Field for our Snowball Express kids and families,” said Mr. Araghi. “Snowflake Events provide our kids with an opportunity to create happy new memories and, as important, give each of us a chance to recognize, thank and appreciate these special children and families for the sacrifice their loved ones have made for our country.” About Snowball Express Snowball Express is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that raises awareness and funds for programs that serve the children of America’s fallen military service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice since 9/11. We honor America’s fallen military service members who have died since 9/11 by humbly serving the families they left behind. We champion their children’s future success by creating opportunities for joy, friendship, and communal healing, by connecting these families to one another, as well as others inspired to support their cause. Since 2006, the mission of Snowball Express has been a simple, yet profoundly important one: Provide hope and new happy memories to the children of military fallen heroes. Visit <a href="http://www.snowballexpress.org/">www.snowballexpress.org</a> About Berkeley College Approximately 500 military students and veterans are enrolled at Berkeley College in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online®. The College recently received the Patriot Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve for its support of employees serving in the military. The College was recognized in 2014 by U.S. News and World Report for its Best Online Programs for Veterans and was named a military-friendly school by Military Advanced Education, Military Times, U.S. Veterans and G.I. Jobs magazines. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students – including more than 900 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations – Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="162" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball_070914.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Mary Webb of Fair Haven, NJ, smiles with Mets pitcher Josh Edgin at a Snowflake Event inspired by Snowball Express and sponsored by Berkeley College. Ms. Webb lost her father, Army Staff Sgt. Chris Webb, in Baghdad in 2007. Snowball Express is an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball_070914.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball_070914.jpg</a></div>   000Berkeley College Sponsors Snowball Express Outing for Families of Fallen U.S. TroopsPress Release137994Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse4/10/201420144/10/201420144/10/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE TO HONOR STIRLING RESIDENT AS ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR On Friday, April 25, Berkeley College will honor alumnus Melvin Montalvo of Stirling, NJ, with the 2014 Alumni of the Year award. The award will be presented during the Commencement ceremony at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, when more than 2,300 aspiring professionals will be recognized for earning their degrees. The Alumni of the Year award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and community fulfillment. Mr. Montalvo is Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales and Business Development for My IT Provider, a Caldwell-based networking and technology support company for small and mid-sized businesses. “Melvin is one of our 38,000 Berkeley College alumni throughout the U.S. and worldwide who reflect success as business leaders and individuals who are committed to giving back to our communities,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Encouraging career excellence and community service are important aspects of the Berkeley College alumni tradition. Melvin is a great example of this – he is an inspiration.” Mr. Montalvo graduated from Berkeley College in Woodland Park in 1991 with an AAS in Business Administration – Accounting and in 2003 with a BS in Business Administration – Management. After beginning his career as a logistics coordinator, he gained business experience at Fortune 500 companies such as Robert Half International and Bank of America, co-founding My IT Provider in 2006. Mr. Montalvo is a member of the Hispanic Law Enforcement Society of Essex County and the North Essex and Hispanic chambers of commerce. He volunteers both as a youth soccer coach and for Habitat for Humanity, and received the President’s Award from the Hispanic Law Enforcement Society in 2005 for organizing high school scholarship dinners. In addition, Mr. Montalvo represents the Berkeley College Alumni Association on the 2015-2020 Strategic Planning Committee and shares his business experience with current students through career panels and Reunion Weekends. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="224" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MontalvoAlum_040714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College will honor alumnus Melvin Montalvo of Stirling, NJ, with its 2014 Alumni of the Year award on Friday, April 25. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MontalvoAlum_040714.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MontalvoAlum_040714.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College to Honor Stirling Resident as Alumnus of the YearPress Release137964Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/8/201420144/8/201420144/8/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION PROFESSOR NAMED NYU 2014 BUSINESS AND WORKPLACE EDUCATION ALUMNI OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="210" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GAdamo.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> Photo Caption: Guy Adamo, PhD, Associate Chair, Fashion, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, has been named the New York University (NYU) 2014 Business and Workplace Education Alumni of the Year. Dr. Adamo was chosen for the award because he has professionally distinguished himself since graduating from NYU’s doctoral program in Business Education/Higher Education in 2008. The award recognizes Dr. Adamo’s strong, continued involvement in business and in higher education. He has been a professor at Berkeley College for more than 23 years, serving 15 years as Chair of Fashion including three years as Chair of Fashion and Marketing. Dr. Adamo also is a 2009 recipient of the NYU Dr. Paul S. Lomax Award for Doctoral Scholarship and Leadership. He received a Berkeley College Leadership Award in 2007 and a Berkeley College Faculty of the Year Award in 2003. </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GAdamo.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GAdamo.jpg</a> -end-  000Berkeley College Fashion Professor Named NYU 2014 Business and Workplace Education Alumni of YearPress Release137958Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/7/201420144/7/201420144/7/20142014Berkeley College Dean of Health Studies Discusses Growth of Healthcare Careers   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE DEAN OF HEALTH STUDIES SHEILA DYNAN DISCUSSES GROWTH IN HEALTHCARE CAREERS IN ONE-ON-ONE WITH STEVE ADUBATO AIRING ON APRIL 8   Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean of the Berkeley College School of Health Studies, will be featured in the public television program One-on-One with Steve Adubato on April 8. During the show, Dr. Dynan discusses the growth of healthcare careers and the role of Berkeley College in educating and training the future healthcare workforce.  The segment will air at 7:00 pm on NJTV and 12:30 am on WNET-13. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare professions are among the fastest growing occupations, with the healthcare and social assistance sector accounting for nearly a third of the nation’s projected job growth from 2012 to 2022. “We face an incredible burgeoning of need for healthcare services, due largely to the baby boomer generation, which only now has begun to reach age 65 and older,” Dr. Dynan said recently. “This, coupled with extraordinary advances in scientific and medical research, technology, information and communication systems, creates the potential for each of us to see and experience improvements in healthcare that we never thought possible.  You begin your careers at a time when current and future opportunities are expanding faster than ever before.” The Berkeley College School of Health Studies offers Bachelor’s degrees in Health Services Management; Associate’s degrees in Health Sciences, Health Services Administration, Health Services Administration – Medical Insurance, Billing and Coding; Medical Assistant, and Surgical Technology; and certificates in Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Surgical Processing Technician and Practical Nursing programs. Starting this summer, more of these programs will be offered to Berkeley College students in Newark and Woodbridge, in addition to Clifton and Dover, NJ. The new programs being offered in Newark and Woodbridge, NJ, include Associate’s degrees in Health Sciences, Health Services Administration, Health Services Administration – Medical Insurance, Billing and Coding; and Medical Assistant. The new certificate programs at these locations include Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician and Surgical Processing Technician. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -     <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> 000Berkeley College Dean of Health Studies Sheila Dynan Discusses Growth in Healthcare Careers in One-on-One with Steve Adubato Airing on April 8thPress Release137948Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/4/201420144/4/201420144/4/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION STUDENTS GET READY FOR PROM SEASON          MODELING DAZZLING DESIGNS  Anyone looking for the perfect prom attire had the opportunity to view a dazzling collection at the recent Prom Fashion Show organized by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students.  The show was held at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ, and focused on clothing for both men and women from Lord & Taylor, J. C. Penney, Deb Shops and Caché. <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowA_030714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A:  Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students organized a Prom Fashion Show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ.  Some students worked behind the scenes preparing fashions to be shown on the runway.     To view a high-resolution version of this photo visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowA_030714">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowA_030714</a> <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowB_030714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="134" /> Photo Caption B:  Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students organized a Prom Fashion Show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ.  Some students also had the opportunity to model prom attire.    To view a high-resolution version of this photo visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowB_030714">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowB_030714</a> Berkeley College students and faculty worked together to make the show a success.  Ashante Barnes-Awe, Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park, and Jennifer Litvak, Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Online, both of Berkeley College, served as fashion advisors. “Preparing for the show was sometimes challenging, requiring hard work and long hours,” said Ms. Barnes-Awe.  “But opportunities like developing a fashion show are key for student growth and development.  These are the types of experiences, outside the classroom, that all Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students should be looking for.” Ms. Litvak agreed, adding, “Of course, it was fun too.  Berkeley students were eager to be involved in all aspects of the show.  And those walking the runway loved the fact that we had a wide variety of options in prom attire for them to choose from — lots of bright colors and sparkling outfits. We’re proud to see them step up and handle the runway like pros.” <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowC_030714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C:  Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students organized a Prom Fashion Show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ.  The students who walked the runway enjoyed selections from a range of dazzling prom attire.       To view a high-resolution version of this photo visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowC_030714">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowC_030714</a> <img alt="" height="134" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowD_030714.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption D:  Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students learned about the business of fashion by organizing a Prom Fashion Show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ.  Students had the opportunity to work behind the scenes or walk the runway wearing prom attire.  To view a high-resolution version of this photo visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowD_030714">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RockawayFashionShowD_030714</a> Shantae Smith, a student at the Berkeley College Middlesex location, worked as a model coordinator, helping out with scenery and music. She plans to graduate in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Marketing and Management, and is leaning toward a career in modeling or fashion design.  She said, “We had just a few weeks to prepare, but we dug in and worked as a team.  The result was an event everyone at Berkeley College could be proud of.” Ms. Barnes-Awe added, “It was an afternoon of glamour and excitement.  We hope to do it again next year.” Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. -end-         <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>     <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="17" height="283" width="915"> <tbody> <tr> <td>   </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 000Berkeley College Fashion Students Get Ready for Prom Season Modeling Dazzling DesignsPress Release138121Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse4/3/201420144/29/201420144/29/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND VOLUNTEERISM DESPITE PERSONAL LOSS Sharla Natasha Hanley of Manhattan, NY, received the 2014 Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement ceremony held Friday, April 25, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. This year’s graduating class is the largest in the history of Berkeley College with more than 2,300 students from Berkeley College locations in New York and New Jersey and Berkeley College Online® receiving Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and certificates. The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is the Robert Maher Award,” said Dallas Reed, PhD, Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. “Sharla personifies what defines our students – the perseverance to succeed in graduating with an exceptional academic record against all odds. She embraced the full college experience while coping with the loss of her daughter, Elizabeth, who passed away due to leukemia.” Dr. Reed added that despite personal struggles, Ms. Hanley put forth tremendous effort in assisting other students and staff, and embraced the Berkeley College value of community service. Ms. Hanley was born in the Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis, and raised in St. Thomas. Her family came to live in the United States when she was 12 years old. While attending Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, Ms. Hanley served as an executive member of the Campus Activities Board, participated in new student orientation, student programming, and leadership retreats and activities. Through the Berkeley Cares program she logged more hours of community service than any other New York City student. “I would love to leave behind a legacy of helping others as I graduate from Berkeley College,” said Ms. Hanley, whose long-term goal is to earn a Master’s degree in Social Work. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2014 Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu. <img alt="" height="155" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentofYear_4.29.14.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College honored Sharla Natasha Hanley of Manhattan, NY, with the 2014 Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award during the Commencement ceremony Friday, April 25, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Left to right are Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Dallas Reed, PhD, Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life; Ms. Hanley and Kevin Luing, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Berkeley College. <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentofYear_4.29.14.jpg%20">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudentofYear_4.29.14.jpg </a>   -end-   </div>   000Student Honored for Academic Excellence and Volunteerism at Berkeley College Commencement CeremonyPress Release137918Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201420144/1/201420144/1/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS IN WHITE PLAINS AND MIDTOWN MANHATTAN TAKE A BREAK FROM FINALS TO DE-STRESS WITH DOGS FROM LOCAL SHELTERS <img alt="" height="176" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DogDestress_040114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently partnered with Pets Alive Westchester and Bideawee in New York City to host “Paws-A-Tively Stress Free” events at the White Plains and Midtown Manhattan locations. More than 100 students took a break from their studies to visit with dogs from the shelters. Students in Midtown Manhattan also signed up to volunteer at Bideawee, a pet welfare organization. The event was organized by Berkeley College Counseling Services and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. Pictured in White Plains with dogs from Pets Alive Westchester are Berkeley College students (left to right) Chris Watkins of the Bronx, Scott Shauger of Sparrowbush, Yaritza Nunez of Haverstraw and Lola Padilla of Yonkers. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DogDestress_040114.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DogDestress_040114.jpg</a></div>  000Berkeley College Students Take a Break from Finals to De-Stress with Dogs from Local SheltersPress Release137915Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201420144/1/201420144/1/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BROOKLYN TECH TRIANGLE U EVENTS FEATURE BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY AND ALUMNI ON TOPICS RANGING FROM HOW TO USE BIG DATA TO HOW TO NAVIGATE THE STARTUP CURVE Events from April 21-27 open to students and members of the general public Berkeley College is one of eight colleges and universities participating in Brooklyn Tech Triangle U from April 21-27.  This week-long series of free events aims to connect the technology, business, creative, and academic communities in Downtown Brooklyn with the knowledge and talent network that positions Brooklyn as a tech employment and economic development hub. “Brooklyn Tech Triangle U events will showcase the value academic institutions provide as incubators of innovation, and in preparing Brooklyn’s workforce,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.  “Berkeley College is proud to have our faculty, students and alumni involved in this groundbreaking program to promote the economic vitality of Brooklyn’s tech hub.” According to the Brooklyn Tech Triangle Strategic Plan, the Tech Triangle is home to more than 500 innovation companies and 11 colleges and universities, and is expected to create nearly 18,000 jobs over the next two years.  Berkeley College, with its location at 255 Duffield Street in Brooklyn, is one of several colleges and universities contributing to the Borough’s economic growth and the education of its future workforce. Berkeley College professors and alumni selected as panelists and moderators for the Brooklyn Tech Triangle U sessions include Rahul Bedi, PhD, Associate Chair, Management, and Darshan Desai, PhD, Professor, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business; and Gavin Goldstein, JD, Professor, Criminal Justice, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies.  The Berkeley College alumni selected are Daniel Saynt, Founder, The Socialyte Collective and Claudia Saez-Fromm, Senior Vice President, TOWN Residential.  The events are free and open to the general public. Berkeley College Faculty Participants Darshan Desai, PhD, Professor, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, will present at the “Make Sense of Big Data” panel, Wednesday, April 23, 11:30 am in the National Grid Auditorium located at 1 MetroTech Center.  This discussion will be about interesting uses of big data – who’s using it and how. Gavin Goldstein, JD, Professor, Criminal Justice, Berkeley College School of Professional Studies, will present on “Legal Issues for Start-ups” on Thursday, April 24, 1:30 pm at Brooklyn Law School. Rahul Bedi, PhD, Associate Chair, Management, Berkeley College Larry L. School of Business, will present at “The Startup Curve” panel on April 24 at 5:30 pm at LIU Brooklyn. Berkeley College Alumni Participants Daniel Saynt will participate in a panel of recent alumni on Wednesday, April 23, 5:30 pm at NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering.  The panelists comprise alumni in the tech and creative fields who have made their careers in New York City. Claudia Saez-Fromm will moderate the “Advanced Technologies for Design+Construction” panel on Thursday, April 24, 11:00 am at NYC College of Technology, CUNY, 185 Jay Street, in the 2nd Floor Lounge. To get more detail about each of the above speakers go to:  <a href="http://us.vocuspr.com/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=Berkeley&Entity=PRAsset&PublishType=PR+Resource&Title=PR+Resources&XSL=PRResources&Cache=True">PR Resources</a>. To learn more about the program or to register for events go to <a href="http://brooklyntechtriangle.com/tech-u/">http://brooklyntechtriangle.com/tech-u/</a>. About the Brooklyn Tech Triangle The Brooklyn Tech Triangle (DUMBO, Downtown Brooklyn, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard) has emerged as the City’s largest cluster of tech activity outside of Manhattan, with nearly 10% of the sector calling this home.  Over the next two years the Brooklyn Tech Triangle is expected to grow to support nearly 18,000 direct jobs and 43,000 indirect jobs. Led by the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, the DUMBO Improvement District, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, the Brooklyn Tech Triangle Strategic Plan seeks to address the commercial space, office and human capital needs of Brooklyn’s burgeoning tech industry by providing a blueprint for nurturing the growth of this sector and ensuring New York can capitalize on the job creation of the industry. About Berkeley College Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experiences in their areas of study and pathways to dynamic careers.  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> 000Brooklyn Tech Triangle U Events Feature Berkeley College Faculty and AlumniPress Release137946Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201420144/4/201420144/4/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> ‘I AM YOUR STUDENT VETERAN’ Veteran Stories Help Berkeley College Professors Foster a Deeper Understanding of the Experiences and Perspectives of Military Students Christopher James Hendricks served eight years in the U.S. Air Force as a dental technician in the United States and abroad in Japan, Turkey and the United Kingdom. As a Berkeley College student, Mr. Hendricks is excelling in his classes, an accomplishment he attributes to the military, which Mr. Hendricks said helped him adhere to the discipline and rigors of a higher education environment. Mr. Hendricks plans to graduate in 2016 with a degree in Marketing Communications. Upon graduation, he would like to obtain a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Since the passage of the Post 9/11-GI Bill, which covers college expenses to military students, more than half a million veterans like Mr. Hendricks have set off in pursuit of a college education. But veterans often face obstacles when returning to civilian life. Jane Hammerslough, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Coordinator at the Brooklyn Vet Center, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, said the challenges veterans face when returning to school after experiencing combat may include concentration issues and cultural issues stemming from the military’s distinct, hierarchical culture. “Student veterans are more likely to succeed in school knowing that support – counseling, social groups and benefits – are available,” said Ms. Hammerslough. “Letting them know they are not alone is key.” Berkeley College offers assistance to approximately 500 military students through its Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (OMVA). The College also has a virtual Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and six on-campus VRCs where military students can meet with OMVA staff, network with their peers or learn about Veterans Administration (VA) benefits. The Berkeley College OMVA also educates professors to meet the needs of the military population and recently held a seminar titled “I Am Your Student Veteran: Dispelling the Myths Associated with Modern Military Students.” Melissa Baralt, PhD, a Berkeley College professor in the School of Liberal Arts, attended the seminar to hear the stories of students and to share her experiences guiding veterans from introductory classes through capstone courses. She reinforced the need to understand and appreciate each veteran’s sacrifice. “I like to reinforce the idea that everyone has a story. We should make a particular effort to learn the veteran story,” she said. “By making this connection, I have seen students evolve and use their military experience to shine in school.” According to Mr. Hendricks, who participated as a panelist in the seminar, military students and veterans are “detailed people with detailed needs.” They do not feel as if they are behind by beginning their college career later in life. Instead, they come to the table with an advanced skill level and maturity from their time in the military. “If a faculty member understands what the veteran has been through, then a certain level of understanding and respect forms,” said Mr. Hendricks. “The best way for professors to work with student veterans is to learn about military culture and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and how that might impact performance,” said Ms. Hammerslough. “Also, do not make assumptions about their experience and be sensitive to possible political issues in classroom discussions.” Lisa Mulligan, a Berkeley College Veterans Success Advisor, said staff members have been thoroughly trained in VA policy and the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Berkeley offers guidance on everything from tutoring programs to crisis centers. “Berkeley College is more than just a Yellow Ribbon School,” said Ms. Mulligan. “We are a community of professionals driven to propel our students toward success.” <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory1_040414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Christopher James Hendricks (center) spends time in the Veterans Resource Center in Midtown Manhattan, NY. Here, student veterans like Mr. Hendricks can network with their peers, complete classroom assignments or learn about Veterans Administration benefits. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory2_040414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Lisa Mulligan, Veterans Success Advisor, Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (left), speaks with Mr. Hendricks in the Veterans Resource Center in Midtown Manhattan, NY. Ms. Mulligan recently organized a seminar to help Berkeley College instructors better connect with veterans in their classrooms. Did you know? Berkeley College participates in the <a href="http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/yellow_ribbon.asp">Yellow Ribbon Program</a>. Under this program, eligible military students receive 100 percent coverage of undergraduate tuition and fees not covered by federal and state grants. TIPS FOR TEACHING VETERANS Melissa Baralt, PhD, Professor, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, says that student veterans add a special perspective to the classroom. Dr. Baralt shares these teaching tips for connecting with student veterans. 1. Learn from their stories. Let their experiences highlight topics in the classroom – such as using military camaraderie to exemplify the importance of teamwork. 2. Realize Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is real and can affect anyone. Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms and have resources on hand for those who need them. 3. Get creative. Veterans may learn differently. Apply techniques to engage them, such as technology in the classroom. 4. Be accessible. Many veterans face challenges when re-entering civilian life. Be available to those who may need encouragement or direction. 5. Appreciate their sacrifice. With this recognition, a level of understanding and respect can form. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit</div> <div><a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory1_040414.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory1_040414.jpg</a></div> <div><a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory2_040414.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MilitaryStory2_040414.jpg</a></div> <div> </div>   000Veteran Stories Help Berkeley College Professors Foster a Deeper Understanding of the Experiences and Perspectives of Military StudentsPress Release137888Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/28/201420143/28/201420143/28/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   DESIGNER DANIEL VOSOVIC TELLS STUDENTS AND ASPIRING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS, ‘IF IT DOESN’T EXIST, CREATE IT,’ DURING BERKELEY COLLEGE EVENT AT THE TIMESCENTER IN MANHATTAN There was a lot of good information and great advice presented by fashion designer Daniel Vosovic speaking to  students, faculty members and aspiring industry professionals at The TimesCenter in Manhattan, NY, at a recent special event sponsored by the Fashion Department of the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business. Since being selected as first runner-up in the second year of the television show Project Runway at age 24, Mr. Vosovic has immersed himself, learned the business and established a New York City-based label in his own name. He also became the author of the industry-related book, "Fashion Inside Out."  Here is some of the advice he gave at the special presentation. * School is what you make of it – so make something of it.  Lean in. Experience while you can when you can. * If it doesn’t exist, create it.  Just because it’s been done a certain way doesn’t mean that’s the way it is to be done always.  Know the rules you have to play by so you can learn which ones to break. * You all have the same challenges of growing the brand; solutions often are different.  Know the platform you will promote yourself from.  There is so much noise out there.  Where will your brand land? * The best idea is usually your most creative one, not the most expensive. * When looking for jobs, take your ego out of it.  Fashion is a people industry that is made up of so many pieces – keep your perspective in the context of “we.” * On choosing a career:  How do you want to feel when you wake up and when you go to bed? Figure out the life you want. Does the career or job you want make you feel or live that way? * On gaining a competitive edge for employment after graduation: Personality, networking and follow through make a difference. * It is important to be able to identify  your customer. I couldn’t be everything. The aim of the Daniel Vosovic brand is dressing chic tomboys – to make special every day, not just a special occasion. Daniel Vasovic appeals to the tomboy chic aesthetic.  I understood what my woman needed every day from me. * In 2013, I noticed the importance of the direct-to-customer trend, engaging with the savvy well-connected customer.  This has advantages.  Traditionally, designers had to rely on store feedback.  Today we can see designs on the streets in Moscow, China, Rio and Atlanta. Direct dialogue with women puts us in an interesting position. This is important in an oversaturated market. * The world has changed how people shop. Shipping used to take six to eight weeks; now it’s three to four days.  The industry is a slow-turning beast, but shoppers want their goods today. * How do you brand? Distinguish what you really want. Finesse your mission statement and eloquently share that with your immediate circle, a friend of a friend of a friend, and so on.  Starting with small conversations allows you to grow. Start with what’s free and available – a Website, Instagram, a way your customer can find you to share sales. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashion_032814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Fashion designer Daniel Vosovic talks about how to define your place in the fashion industry at an event sponsored by the Fashion Department of the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business. <img alt="" height="300" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashionStudents_032814.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Fashion designer Daniel Vosovic speaks with students following his presentation to aspiring designers at The TimesCenter in Manhattan, sponsored by Berkeley College. - end - To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashion_032814.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashion_032814.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashionStudents_032814.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VosovicFashionStudents_032814.jpg</a> 000Designer Daniel Vosovic Tells Students and Aspiring Industry Professionals, 'If It Doesn't Exist, Create It," During Berkeley College EventPress Release137856Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201420143/26/201420143/26/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE JUSTICE STUDIES PROGRAM BRINGS COURTROOM TO LIFE Students Experience the Many Facets of Legal Careers through Mock Trial Program When the jury delivered its “not guilty” verdict, a wave of applause swept through the courtroom across a sea of smartly dressed attorneys. But despite appearances, this was no Trial of the Century – instead it was a mock trial orchestrated by a Berkeley College Justice Studies – Criminal Justice class. The purpose of the “Special Topics: Mock Trial” class is to encourage critical thinking about law and justice, and along the way to introduce students to career possibilities in legal studies, law enforcement and the courts. Students played the roles of the prosecution and defense teams, witnesses, the jury, and even the bailiff, with testimony playing out against the backdrop of the Municipal Courtroom in Woodland Park, NJ. “Students love this event because it challenges them to apply what they have learned in class to the kind of situations they are likely to encounter in a real courtroom,” said Ross London, PhD, JD, a Berkeley College Professor and former Hoboken municipal court judge who created the event. “It enables students to appreciate how the concepts they learned – such as constitutional law and criminal procedure – are used in court to ensure fairness and to promote justice.” The opportunities for legal studies and justice studies students in the Metropolitan area are vast. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, both New York and New Jersey are near the top of the list for number of employees in legal professions, a sector projected to grow faster than average through 2022. Both states also employ a high number of police and sheriff’s officers, with New Jersey topping the list for annual mean wages paid to these employees. The mock trial centered around a fictional character accused of manslaughter, aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. Each side offered opening and closing statements, questioned witnesses and presented evidence. After deliberation, the jury returned verdicts of not guilty for the manslaughter and aggravated assault charges, but guilty on the charge of weapons possession. Following the conclusion of the trial, Dr. London revealed a video of security camera footage of the “actual event” – proving that the jury was correct in its decision. “The students got to see the unavoidable uncertainty of a trial,” he said. “No matter what you do as an attorney, the jury has the last word. Whether they will be sympathetic to your cause cannot be known in advance, and so the best you can do is prepare well, present well and hope for the best.” Dr. London, who served as judge during the mock trial, has organized similar mock trial projects with Berkeley College students in the Newark Municipal Court and the Superior Court of New Jersey in Essex County. By building on the concepts learned during the mock trial, Berkeley College students have gone on to careers in law enforcement, corrections and criminology, he said. Organizations that employ Berkeley College students include the Legal Aid Society, the White Plains Police Department and the Union County Probation Division. Jessica Rienzi of Garfield, a Berkeley College student who helped organize the proceedings, hopes to pursue a career in the White Collar division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. She said preparing for the mock trial gave her an opportunity to explore additional employment possibilities. “The more students see different career paths, the more they will open their eyes to opportunities,” she said. “Students need to take every chance that comes their way to better their lives.” <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial1_032614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A (L to R): Berkeley College students Fatima Donaire-Perez of Rochelle Park, acting as defense attorney, and Pamela Macek of Wayne, acting as prosecutor, participate in mock trial proceedings with their professor, Ross London, PhD, JD, who acted as judge. The mock trial was held at the Woodland Park Municipal Court as part of a Berkeley College Justice Studies – Criminal Justice class. <img alt="" height="120" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial2_032614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Raymond Scalfani of Lake Hiawatha, NJ, a member of the prosecution team, shows a piece of evidence to medical examiner Emerson Martial of Spring Valley, NY, during a mock trial orchestrated by a Berkeley College Justice Studies – Criminal Justice class. <img alt="" height="143" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial3_032614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Medical examiner Emerson Martial of Spring Valley, NY, is sworn in during a mock trial orchestrated by a Berkeley College Justice Studies – Criminal Justice class. From the Students: “Being part of the mock trial was both rewarding and demanding. The trial helped us develop our knowledge of the law and the legal system, and it developed critical thinking and speaking skills that I can apply to my career one day.” – Shirley Diaz of Paterson, NJ Mock trial witness “The mock trial provides students with hands-on training that they would not experience in a class setting alone. I believe this is a necessary and vital component in the career development process.” – Pamela Macek of Wayne, NJ Mock trial prosecutor “I think it’s very important for students to have these kinds of real-world experiences because they could be awakened to something they did not know they had a passion for. It takes a lot of time and dedication to make sure the jury hears your part of the story. It’s a lot of pressure when a person’s freedom is in your hands.” – Fatima Donaire-Perez of Rochelle Park, NJ Mock trial defense attorney - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial1_032614.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial1_032614.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial2_032614.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial2_032614.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial3_032614.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MockTrial3_032614.jpg</a>   </div>   000Berkeley College Justice Studies Program Brings Courtroom to LifePress Release137855Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201420143/26/201420143/26/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                              Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS,                                      Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs                    201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2014                            igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES APRIL EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  April 12 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   April 12 Berkeley College will host a free Smoking Cessation Seminar from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to learn how to make it easy to stop smoking.  If you follow this advice, you will wonder why you struggled for so long.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   April 26 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 10:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 Blackwell Street, Dover:  April 16 Berkeley College will host a free Healthcare Seminar from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  Attendees can examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will discuss the training needed to get started.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  April 16 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   April 19 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge: April 12  Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: April 12 and April 19 Berkeley College will host a free Introduction to Game Design Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on introduction to the field of game design, led by Lawrence Mascia, interactivity designer and game developer, will help you to apply design skills and perspectives to your game projects.  No prior coding or art experience is necessary. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. April 30 Berkeley College will host a free Legal and Ethical Issues Workshop for artists and designers from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, led by Eileen MacAvery Kane, Chair, Graphic Design, School of Professional Studies, Berkeley College. Ms. MacAvery Kane’s blog, ethicsingraphicdesign.org, has gained international recognition, and her book, Ethics: A Graphic Designer’s Field Guide, has been praised by design educators. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   April 11 Berkeley College will host the President’s Open House for Brooklyn Businesses from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm—a complimentary luncheon, discussion and campus tour designed to help you grow your business. Business owners and managers, including members of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, are invited to this free event. The Berkeley College presenters include <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/dario_cortes.htm">Dario A Cortes, PhD</a>, President; <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/wolfgang_hinck.htm">Wolfgang Hinck, PhD</a>, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business; and <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/rahul_bedi.htm">Raul Bedi, PhD</a>, Associate Chair, Department of Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business. Registration is required and seating is limited.  Here is a link to the event registration page:  <a href="http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=lx5964jab&oeidk=a07e929p6x1b75db14c&condition=SO_OVERRIDE">http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=lx5964jab&oeidk=a07e929p6x1b75db14c&condition=SO_OVERRIDE</a> For further information, please call Mahshid Khavari, Career Counselor, Berkeley College, 718-637-8600, ext. 4690, or e-mail smk@berkeleycollege.edu.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: April 5 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  April 19    Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  April 22 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, this seminar will cover homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online®:   April 23 Berkeley College will host a free Graphic Design Webinar led by Eileen MacAvery Kane, Chair, Graphic Design, School of Professional Studies, Berkeley College.  The webinar will cover the principles of graphic design.  In addition to winning numerous industry awards, Ms. MacAvery Kane has gained international recognition with her blog, ethicsingraphicdesign.org.  Her book, Ethics: A Graphic Designer’s Field Guide, has been praised by design educators.  For more information and times, call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="3" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:26.2%;"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> - end - 000Berkeley College April Calendar of EventsPress Release137799Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/25/201420143/25/201420143/25/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION DEPARTMENT SPONSORS ‘UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL’ WITH DESIGNER DANIEL VOSOVIC Fashion designer Daniel Vosovic will make a special appearance this Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 pm at The New York Times Company building auditorium, sponsored by the Fashion Department of the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business. Mr. Vosovic will speak to his New York-based label Daniel Vosovic and his experience as a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s coveted Fashion Incubator Program as well advise on how to start a business in today’s market, finding your niche and defining your place in the fashion industry. After appearing on the television show Project Runway at age 24, Mr. Vosovic’s career began to take off as he pursued an array of opportunities including penning his first book about the industry titled “Fashion Inside Out,” launching his own collections and dressing celebrities for red carpet appearances. “My designs have a young sensibility, regardless of age, regardless of body type,” says Mr. Vosovic. “I love the fact that I have both Elizabeth McGovern and Emma Stone wearing my designs.” “We wanted to host Daniel Vosovic because he has a love and passion for this industry and he has earned a distinguished reputation in his already impressive career,” said Joshua Williams, Chair, Fashion, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business. “He can meaningfully discuss what it takes to move your career forward – his work is inspiring.” Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="299" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DanielVosovic_032514-2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: A conversation with fashion designer Daniel Vosovic, sponsored by the Fashion Department of the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business, will be held Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 pm at The New York Times Company building auditorium. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DanielVosovic_032514-2.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_DanielVosovic_032514-2.jpg</a>   <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li style="text-align: center;">- end -</li> </ul> <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Fashion Department Sponsors 'Up Close and Personal' with Designer Daniel VosovicPress Release137793Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/24/201420143/24/201420143/24/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ANDY DESTEPHANO AS DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS Andy DeStephano has been named Director of Athletics at Berkeley College. Since joining the Athletics department in 2010, Mr. DeStephano has been instrumental in expanding its programming, personally guiding the development of new programs such as the Women’s Basketball and Women’s Soccer teams. The Berkeley College Athletics program has seen rapid growth in recent years. During Mr. DeStephano’s tenure with the College, the program has expanded from three to 10 intercollegiate teams across two states. The Knights have garnered five conference championships and received six postseason national tournament bids, with more than 15 scholar-athletes reaching All-American or Academic All-American distinction. Mr. DeStephano joined Berkeley College in 2008 as an adjunct instructor, Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business. He was named Assistant Athletic Director in 2010 and was promoted to Associate Athletic Director in 2012. Mr. DeStephano brings 18 years of academic and athletic experience to his new position. He previously served as Men’s Basketball Coach at Centenary College in Hackettstown, NJ, where he was the youngest Head Coach in the program’s history. Before joining Centenary College, he served as Assistant Coach at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH, where he helped the Panthers compile their best record to date. The team was one of six in the nation to receive a bid to the 2003-2004 NCAA Division III Tournament, advancing to the second round. Mr. DeStephano has extensive experience with athletic camps and has served as an owner, director, guest lecturer, coach and counselor, among other positions. He holds an MBA from Centenary College and a BS in Sports Management from St. John’s University, NY. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="230" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AndyDeStephano_032414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Andy DeStephano as Director of Athletics. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AndyDeStephano_032414.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AndyDeStephano_032414.jpg</a></div>  000Berkeley College Appoints Andy DeStephano as Director of AthleticsPress Release137789Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse3/21/201420143/24/201420143/24/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> PASSAIC COUNTY PROSECUTOR TO ADDRESS LARGEST BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATING CLASS Berkeley College graduates, family and friends will gather at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 25, to honor and celebrate more than 2,000 Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2014. Camelia M. Valdes, Passaic County Prosecutor, will deliver the Commencement Address. The College also will hold a Virtual Commencement to honor several hundred students who earned degrees through Berkeley College Online®. This virtual ceremony unites students worldwide in the celebration of their graduation from Berkeley College, an institution that was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor Degrees. The Virtual Commencement will include several addresses and a presentation of diplomas along with a profile for each graduate. “The Class of 2014 is the largest graduating class in the history of Berkeley College,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “These Berkeley College graduates are embarking on exciting new journeys and careers for which they are well prepared. We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments.” The graduates from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York and Berkeley College Online will receive Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees and Certificates.  During their college careers, the members of the graduating class served at more than 1,000 internships at companies that included Bloomingdale’s, Price Waterhouse Cooper, The New York Times Company and Verizon, to name a few. Ms. Valdes also will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Ms. Valdes is the first Latina county prosecutor in the State of New Jersey, the first woman prosecutor in Passaic County, and the first lead prosecutor of Dominican ancestry in the United States.  Ms. Valdes, first generation college student, was born in the Bronx and raised in Newark by Dominican immigrant parents.  She saw the ravages of crime in those communities and resolved to dedicate herself to advancing the law and public safety to ensure the well-being of future generations. John McGarraghy, Trustee Emeriti, will receive an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree.  Mr. McGarraghy served as Berkeley College Trustee from 1992 to 2002. During his tenure he chaired Board Committees on Academic and Student Affairs and Long-Range Planning. As a respected and informed leader in the higher education community, Mr. McGarraghy guided the Berkeley College New York locations through the rigorous process of securing initial Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation and worked diligently to ensure that the College’s first Baccalaureate degrees advanced the College mission and promoted academic excellence. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="186" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CameliaValdes_032114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Camelia M. Valdes, Passaic County Prosecutor, will deliver the Commencement Address to the Berkeley College Class of 2014 at the IZOD Center on Friday, April 25. You can also view this image at the following url: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CameliaValdes_032114.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CameliaValdes_032114.jpg</a> - End - <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> 000Passaic County Prosecutor to Address Largest Berkeley College Graduation ClassPress Release137920Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/18/201420144/2/201420144/2/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> Grammy-Nominated Artists from New Jersey Add a New Dimension to the Mix by Pursuing Degrees through Berkeley College Online® Recording artist John Russo is going for two dreams: one as a music artist and the other as a future college graduate. Mr. Russo, a lead singer with the pop/rock band Reverse Order, whose single “Go” was nominated for a Grammy, had originally planned to take time away from college to tour with the band. That changed when the Hackettstown, NJ, resident learned he could earn a college degree through Berkeley College Online® while pursuing his passion for music. Mr. Russo is a Marketing Communications major who began attending Berkeley College in Fall 2012. “I chose to study marketing because it helps me promote our band,” Mr. Russo said. “Also, if I ever need to fall back on something, I will have my performing and marketing experience which can be applied to a position in the music industry.” Berkeley College offers more than 20 Bachelor and Associate degree programs online and was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Online Colleges in the Bachelor Degree category. Mr. Russo’s band mate, Reverse Order lead guitarist Drew Katsock, said he was forced to take a semester off from attending another college when the group went on an East Coast tour. After seeing Mr. Russo seamlessly juggle his online courses at Berkeley between gigs, Mr. Katsock also enrolled in the Marketing Communications program through Berkeley College Online®. “At first I was nervous about pursuing a degree online so I took just three courses,” said Mr. Katsock, a resident of North Arlington, NJ. “Then I realized that I could handle a full course load, and now I’m on track to graduate ahead of schedule, despite taking a semester off.” During a recent nationwide tour, both artists spent afternoons between gigs at a local fast food establishment where they tapped into free WiFi on their laptops to “attend” college. Mr. Russo credits Marketing instructor Margaret Biner with equipping him with the knowledge and tools that have helped greatly in the promotion of his band nationwide. “I consider myself very fortunate to have had both these young men in my online courses,” Ms. Biner said. “John and Drew share a willingness to work hard as well as a laser-like focus and self-discipline. Their talent and passion for music positions them well for success in the entertainment arena, but the knowledge and skills they’re learning are transferrable to most companies and organizations.” Both students are thriving in the online environment. And, according to Ms. Biner, their questions and comments on weekly discussion boards frequently set the standards for the online conversations that follow. “What I love about pursuing my degree online at Berkeley College is that the coursework is assigned on Sunday, and you can do it whenever you want during the week as long as it is completed by Saturday,” Mr. Russo said. “We don’t have to choose between our music and college – we can have it all.” To view a clip of the Reverse Order band members speaking about their online college experience, visit <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzucLUkL3Q0&feature=youtu.be">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzucLUkL3Q0&feature=youtu.be</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> <img alt="" height="320" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ReverseOrderJohnRusso.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /></div> Photo Caption: Reverse Order's John Russo (lead singer) performs during the Rockaway Mall Fashion Show hosted by Berkeley College students. The Grammy-nominated artist is pursuing an undergraduate degree through Berkeley College Online®. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ReverseOrderJohnRusso.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ReverseOrderJohnRusso.jpg</a> -end-     000Grammy-Nominated Artists from New Jersey Add a New Dimension to the Mix by Pursuing Online DegreesPress Release137762Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/17/201420143/17/201420143/17/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2014 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE PROFESSOR MARY JANE CLERKIN, DA, TO RECEIVE 2014 USDLA HALL OF FAME AWARD Dr. Clerkin honored for more than 12 years of leadership and innovation in distance learning Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, professor of English, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, has been chosen by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) Board of Directors to receive a 2014 USDLA Hall of Fame Award. The award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of distance learning through leadership, technology, research and teaching, and will be presented at the USDLA Conference in St. Louis, MO, on May 5. “On behalf of all of us at Berkeley College, I would like to congratulate Dr. Clerkin on being inducted into the USDLA Hall of Fame,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “She has played an important role in the growth and development of a highly successful online program at Berkeley College, and is widely recognized as an innovative leader in the field of online teaching and learning.” This is the second time that Dr. Clerkin has been honored by the USDLA. In 2007, she was presented with the USDLA Best Practices Gold Award in recognition of her extraordinary achievement in scholarly research and writing, leadership and service. Dr. Clerkin frequently presents at national and international conferences on the use of technology in the online programs at Berkeley College. On March 28, she will present “Using Voice in Online Courses” at the NJEdge.Net Faculty Best Practices showcase at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ. Dr. Clerkin will then present “How Easy Can Connections Get” at the upcoming USDLA annual conference in St. Louis. Dr. Clerkin began her tenure at Berkeley College in 1984 as a professor of English. In addition, she served as the Coordinator of Online Faculty Support from 2002 until 2011 and as the Faculty Support Specialist, Berkeley College Online®, from 2011 to 2012. Dr. Clerkin played a leadership role in the design of Berkeley College required courses: Road to Success in Online Teaching and Road to Success in Online Learning. For more information on Dr. Clerkin, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/mary_jane_clerkin.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/mary_jane_clerkin.htm</a> In 2013, Berkeley College Online received USDLA/QS certification for excellence in distance learning. In addition, Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. The College offers a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="370" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, has been chosen by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) Board of Directors to receive a 2014 USDLA Hall of Fame Award. The award will be presented at the USDLA Conference in St. Louis, MO, on May 5. <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg%20">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/USDLAAward_MJClerkin.jpg </a> </div>                                                                                            - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="left: 8px; top: 12px; display: block; visibility: hidden; position: absolute;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="padding: 12px; left: 50%; top: 50%; vertical-align: middle; display: none; visibility: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: 102;"> </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Professor Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, to Receive 2014 USDLA Hall of Fame AwardPress Release137742Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/13/201420143/13/201420143/13/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES 'GOOD WORKS' AWARD FROM COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY <img alt="" height="166" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CIANJ-AWARD2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> Photo Caption: Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources (far left) receives the “Impressive Good Works” Award from the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey at the Chairman’s Reception, Saluting the Generosity of Business “Because Caring Works” along with other business colleagues. Berkeley College was recognized for its annual Community Service Day, an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food shelter, health and student success. Last year, more than 200 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 800 hours of service at 29 community agencies in New York and New Jersey as part of the fourth annual Community Service Day. In New Jersey, volunteers cleared park trails, prepared for a charity fundraiser, completed projects with children, and served meals to the homeless. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CIANJ-AWARD2.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CIANJ-AWARD2.jpg</a> </div> -end- 000Berkeley College Receives ‘Good Works’ Award from Commerce and Industry Association of New JerseyPress Release137737Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/12/201420143/12/201420143/12/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE BASKETBALL STANDOUTS RECOGNIZED AT USCAA NATIONAL BANQUET Eight Berkeley College scholar-athletes were named to the Division II Men’s and Women’s Basketball All-American and Academic All-American lists during the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Basketball National Tournament Banquet, held this month at the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, PA. The following athletes were recognized: New York Women’s Basketball - Aiyesha Brown of Jamaica in Queens, NY, Second Team All-American - Milan Germany of the Bronx, NY, Second Team All-American New York Men’s Basketball - Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens, NY, Honorable Mention All-American - Elijah Craig of Brooklyn, NY, Second Team All-American - Keenan Langston of Brooklyn, NY, Second Team All-American - Alexander Loniakan of Gothenburg, Sweden, Academic All-American New Jersey Men’s Basketball - Dukens Germain of Maplewood, NJ, Second Team All-American - Darryl Robinson of Somerset, NJ, Academic All-American Senior guard Aiyesha Brown and junior forward Milan Germany represented the Lady Knights as Second Team All-American selections. Ms. Brown’s 16.5 points per game ties her for the team lead in that category, and she averaged five rebounds per contest. The 5’7” native of Jamaica, Queens, also collected 24 steals on the season, an average of two per game. Ms. Germany – like Ms. Brown –averaged 16.5 points per game, and boasts a team-high nine rebounds per game. “Aiyesha and Milan have done a fantastic job of leading by example this season, and they are extremely deserving of the recognition that they’ve garnered from the USCAA,” said Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York. “Seeing their diligent efforts pay off in this fashion is something that I am very proud of, and it’s something that they’ll take with them forever.” The USCAA honored four players from the Men’s Basketball team in New York. Alexander Loniakan was named to the Academic All-American team and senior guard Jovan Bovell – who has played in all 22 games for the Knights this season – received All-American Honorable Mention. The Jamaica High School alumnus has put forth a versatile 2013-2014 campaign for his group, averaging 11.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. Senior center Elijah Craig and sophomore guard Keenan Langston both earned status as Second Team All-Americans. Mr. Craig currently averages nine points and a team-high 10.1 caroms for the Knights, and his 50 blocks lead the team and the USCAA. Mr. Langston has dazzled all season, as he leads the Knights with a 16.4 points per game average. His shooting percentages are especially impressive, as he shot 76.3 percent from the line and 45.5 percent from the floor. “The ultimate reward was hearing the names of these student-athletes announced and seeing the smiles on their faces,” said Chris Christiansen, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New York. “Alex is an ace student in the classroom, and serves as a great teammate and influence. Jovan, Elijah and Keenan have been pivotal for the team on the court this season, and their tireless efforts have culminated in this All-American recognition.” From the Men’s Basketball team in New Jersey, junior guard Darryl Robinson was named to the Academic All-American team and sophomore guard Dukens Germain was tabbed as a Second Team All-American. In 20 games played this season, Mr. Germain has paced the Knights offensively, averaging 15.3 points per game. He also snatched 7.1 rebounds per contest and has knocked-down 72.6 percent of his free throw attempts while connecting on 43.8 percent of his shots from the field. “Darryl Robinson is an individual who has a tremendous future ahead of him,” said Anthony Calabrese, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New Jersey. “He is very dedicated to his studies, and it’s a wonderful thing to see. Dukens has been a great leader this year. His versatility is a huge asset for our team, as he can score, grab rebounds, and play defense. He can do it all.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_USCAAAllAmerican_031214.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Eight Berkeley College scholar-athletes were named to the Division II Men’s and Women’s Basketball All-American and Academic All-American lists by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Left to right (back row) are Dukens Germain of Maplewood, NJ; Sharod Tomlinson, Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York; Milan Germany of the Bronx, NY; Keenan Langston and Elijah Craig, both of Brooklyn, NY; Chris Christiansen, Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New York; Alexander Loniakan of Gothenburg, Sweden; Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens, NY; and Anthony Calabrese, Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New Jersey. Front row is Darryl Robinson of Somerset, NJ. Not pictured is Aiyesha Brown of Jamaica in Queens, NY.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%"> </div> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_USCAAAllAmerican_031214.jpg   000Berkeley College Basketball Standouts Recognized at USCAA National BanquetPress Release137730Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/11/201420143/11/201420143/11/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOLAR-ATHLETES NAMED TO FALL 2013 HVIAC ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM The Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) recently announced its 2013 Fall All-Academic Team, with 137 athletes earning recognition. Eight scholar-athletes from Berkeley College made the list, including four from the New York Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams and four from the New York Men’s and Women’s Soccer teams. Instituted by the HVIAC during the 2010-2011 season, the All-Academic Team recognizes excellence both on the field of play and in the classroom. Student-athletes who have reached sophomore academic standing and have earned a 3.5 cumulative grade point average or better at the conclusion of the fall semester are eligible for the team. The following Berkeley College scholar-athletes were recognized: New York Men’s Cross Country - Jermund Ottermo, a senior from Astoria in Queens, NY New York Women’s Cross Country - Sarah Celin, a junior from Manhattan, NY - Lacey Garnett, a senior from Corona in Queens, NY - Noemi Saldivar-Torres, a sophomore from Flushing in Queens, NY New York Men’s Soccer - Joachim Moe, a junior from Trondheim in Norway - Gustavo Moreno, a sophomore from Ozone Park in Queens, NY New York Women’s Soccer - Leslie Fernandez, a sophomore from East Elmhurst in Queens, NY - Sophi Veivag, a sophomore from Askøy in Norway “I would like to congratulate these eight hard-working scholar-athletes for being named to the HVIAC All-Academic Team,” said Andy DeStephano, Director of Athletics. “Their dedication to their respective sports and their diligent efforts in the classroom has earned them this honor.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -000Berkeley College Scholar-Athletes Named to Fall 2013 HVIAC All-Academic TeamPress Release137729Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/11/201420143/11/201420143/11/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ROBERT F. HERZOG SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Robert F. Herzog has been appointed as Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration. In this position, Mr. Herzog will be responsible for all financial planning, analysis and internal financial reporting activities for the College and will oversee the areas of Campus Operations, Student Accounts, Operations and Budgeting. “Mr. Herzog’s strong financial expertise and leadership roles in higher education exemplify the quality standards that are aligned with the values of the Berkeley College organization,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Mr. Herzog will be an asset to the College as we move forward with our 2015-2020 Strategic Plan.” Most recently, Mr. Herzog served as Chief Financial Officer for Harrison College in Indianapolis, IN. In this position, he was responsible for the budget and financial reporting, audit and tax, compliance and regulatory, legal, information technology, external relations, scholarship foundation, real estate development, and the Board of Trustees Relations and Governance functions. In prior professional positions, he provided strategic financial consulting to emerging businesses and organizations and led businesses’ internal audit and risk management groups. Mr. Herzog currently chairs the Board of Directors of the Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities. He has been a member of this board since 2009 and formerly also has served as Treasurer, Vice Chairman, Chair of Public Policy, and Co-Chair of the Grassroots Committee. Mr. Herzog received a BS in Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, from Minnesota State University – Mankato. He is a member of Financial Executives International and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="262" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RobertHerzog.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Robert F. Herzog as Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RobertHerzog.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RobertHerzog.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Appoints Robert F. Herzog as Senior Vice President, Finance and AdministrationPress Release137597Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/6/201420143/6/201420143/6/20142014Berkeley College Online Instructors Teach ICD-10 Coding and Surg Processing Tech Exam Prep Online   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 igl@berkeycollege.edu   BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE INSTRUCTORS TEACH ICD-10 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION FOR MEDICAL CODERS AND PREPARE SURGICAL PROCESSING TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION COURSES ONLINE Stephanie Williams, CRCST, CST, and Shelly C. Safian, PhD, CCS-P, CPC-H, CPC-1, AHIMA-ICD-10 CMI PCS Trainer, AHIMA ICD-10 Ambassador, Berkeley College Online instructors, will teach the next online Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Exam Preparation and International Coding Diagnosis-10 (ICD-10) Certification Preparation courses, respectively, scheduled to begin on Monday, April 28. These non-credit exam preparation courses fulfill certain requirements of professionals in medical insurance billing and coding, and surgical processing technology fields. In contrast to self-paced online courses, these Berkeley College Online® courses are taught by experienced instructors. “These courses were designed so that those professionals already in these fields can continue to work in their professions and have access to top-notch instructors with the course content needed to meet the emerging requirements of their careers,” said Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online.  Berkeley College offers 28 Bachelor and Associate degree programs online and was recently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Online Colleges in the Bachelor Degree category. Changes in mandates issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services require healthcare providers to complete the transition to using the ICD-10 system by October 1, 2014.  Certified coders are required to complete a proficiency exam that updates their certification to ICD-10. This course utilizes the ICD-10 manual to provide an overview of the new structure and changes in diagnostic coding. In addition, an increasing number of states – led by New Jersey and New York – now require surgical processing technicians to be certified.  Based on the subject guidelines provided by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM), this course prepares surgical processing technicians for the CRCST exam. To find out more and to register, visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/non-credit or call 800-446-5400, ext. M3A or email Fabiola Campbell, Admissions Associate, fbc@BerkeleyCollege.edu. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, diverse learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. -end-   000Berkeley College Online Instructors Teach ICD-10 Certification Preparation for Medical Coders and Prepare Surgical Processing Technicians for Certification Exam OnlinePress Release137545Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/3/201420143/3/201420143/3/20142014Berkeley College School of Health Studies Pins Graduates   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES PINS GRADUATES   The Berkeley College <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_health_studies.htm">School of Health Studies</a> recently conducted its first pinning ceremony to honor 56 graduates entering the fields of nursing, patient care technology, surgical processing and surgical technology. Sheila Dynan, DMH, Berkeley College Dean, School of Health Studies, addressed the graduates, family and friends who gathered for the celebration, held in the Auditorium and Cafeteria of Passaic Valley Regional High School in Little Falls, NJ.  She commented that graduates entering the health care field now begin their careers at a time when current and future opportunities are expanding faster than ever before. “We face an incredible burgeoning of need for health care services, due largely to the baby boomer generation, which only now has begun to reach age 65 and older,” said Dr. Dynan. “This, coupled with extraordinary advances in scientific and medical research, technology, information and communication systems, creates the potential for each of us to see and experience improvements in healthcare that we never thought possible. You begin your careers at a time when current and future opportunities are expanding faster than ever before.” Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="88" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Overall-Nurses.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_health_studies.htm">School of Health Studies</a> recently conducted its first pinning ceremony to honor 56 graduates entering the fields of nursing, patient care technology, surgical processing and surgical technology.  Graduates from these programs are employed by hospitals, surgicenters, medical offices and other healthcare providers. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Overall-Nurses.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Overall-Nurses.jpg.</a> - end - 000Berkeley College School of Health Studies Pins GraduatesPress Release137544Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/3/201420143/3/201420143/3/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT REACHES OUT TO CLASSMATES, FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO PROVIDE CLOTHING FOR HOMELESS YOUTH  <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TeensforJeans_030314.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> Photo Caption: When Berkeley College encouraged students and associates to support the Teens for Jeans campaign through its Berkeley Cares initiative, Legal Studies student Pamela Macek of Wayne jumped into action. Ms. Macek canvassed students, family and friends and collected 53 pairs of jeans for the campaign that is sponsored by DoSomething.org and Aeropostale. The jeans were donated to homeless youth in the local community. Through the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students assist local charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TeensforJeans_030314.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_TeensforJeans_030314.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Student and Wayne Resident Provides Clothing for Homeless YouthPress Release137520Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/28/201420142/28/201420142/28/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> FOR FIRST TIME, ALL BERKELEY COLLEGE BASKETBALL TEAMS RECEIVE USCAA TOURNAMENT BIDS The United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) announced its selections for the 2014 National Basketball Tournaments on Wednesday, and for the first time in Berkeley College history, all three basketball teams will have the opportunity to compete for National championships. The tournament will be hosted by Penn State Fayette, and all games will take place in Uniontown, PA. The Berkeley College Men’s Basketball team, New Jersey, which currently boasts an overall record of 16-10 on the 2013-2014 campaign, drew the No. 7 seed in the tournament. The Knights will square off against the No. 10-seeded Roaring Lions of Penn State Fayette on March 5 at 8:00 p.m. The Roaring Lions have a current mark of 13-14 on the year. Knights Head Coach Anthony Calabrese was very pleased to see his team get an opportunity to compete for the USCAA National crown. “It is very gratifying for us as a team to have a chance to compete for a National championship,” said Coach Calabrese. “We have a very motivated and confident group of young men who have worked tremendously hard this season to get this opportunity, and it’s terrific to see their hard work pay off. I feel that our team is physically and mentally ready for the challenge that this tournament presents.” The winner of the Berkeley College, New Jersey vs. Penn State Fayette contest will advance to play No. 2-seeded Penn State York on March 6 at 2:00 p.m. The Berkeley College Men’s Basketball team, New York, with an overall record of 14-9, drew the No. 9 seed in the tournament. The Knights – who were the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference champions the previous three seasons before falling in the semifinal round of that tournament this season – will match up against No. 8-seeded Penn State Beaver on March 5 at 6:00 p.m. “Any time you see the diligent efforts of your student-athletes get rewarded in this fashion, you can’t help but feel excited for them,” said Chris Christiansen, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New York. “All last week and early this week, our players were extremely anxious to see if they would have this opportunity, and now that we are in, we’re planning on giving it our best shot.” The team that emerges victorious in the Berkeley College, New York vs. Penn State Beaver contest will take on No. 1-seeded Central Maine Community College on March 6 at 5:30 p.m. The Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team, New York – who were the 2012-2013 National Basketball Tournament runners-up – have drawn the No. 4 seed in this year’s tournament with an overall record of 13-6. The Lady Knights will face off against No. 5-seeded Penn State Beaver on March 6 at 9:30 p.m. Penn State Beaver is 18-10 thus far on the season. Knights Head Coach Sharod Tomlinson believes his team will be motivated by last year’s loss in the USCAA title game. “Our team comes into this year’s tournament with tremendous experience following last year’s trip to the National championship game,” Coach Tomlinson said. “I feel that playing a team the caliber of Penn State Beaver will be a litmus test for us, as we pride ourselves on being a strong squad defensively, and they pride themselves on scoring points in bunches. It should be an interesting game.” The winner of the Berkeley College, New York vs. Penn State Beaver game will face the winner of the matchup between No. 1-seeded Central Maine Community College and No. 8-seeded Warren Wilson College on March 7 at 9:00 p.m. To follow the Knights and Lady Knights in their quest for a National championship, visit the <a href="http://www.theuscaa.com/">USCAA Website</a>. Statistics and live video streaming will be available for select games. Recaps of all Berkeley College contests will be available by the <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/athletics/">Berkeley College Athletics Website</a>. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> 000For First Time, All Berkeley College Basketball Teams Receive USCAA Tournament BidsPress Release137507Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/26/201420142/26/201420142/26/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MARCH EVENTS   March 28 Berkeley College is holding its Sixth Annual Women’s Leadership Panel at the Brownstone, 351 West Broadway, Paterson, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, followed by lunch.  All are invited to hear from a distinguished panel and special guests.  Expected speakers are:  Senator Robert M. Gordon, 38th District; Gail Gordon, Political Strategist; Lauren Murphy, Director of Passaic County One Stop; Senator Nellie Pou, 35th District; Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi, 39th District; Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter, Deputy Speaker, 35th District; and the Honorable Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate.  Admission is free.  RSVP by March 24 to your local Chamber of Commerce or to Isabel Alarcon, 201-967-9667, ext. 1794, or e-mail <a href="mailto:mia@BerkeleyCollege.edu">mia@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 Blackwell Street, Dover:  March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus: March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: March 13 Berkeley College will present “Crossroads,” an interactive workshop about life, loss and recovery at 3:30 pm.  This free workshop is designed to help address the many faces of grief.  Guest speakers are Sharod Tomlinson, Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Midtown Manhattan, and Rabbi Jo David, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts.  For more information, call Elaine Zukerman, Personal and Wellness Counselor, Student Development and Campus Life, Midtown Manhattan, at 212-986-4343, ext. 4218, or e-mail her at <a href="mailto:edj@BerkeleyCollege.edu">edj@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online®:   March 15 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                           - end -       000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release137503Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/26/201420142/26/201420142/26/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HEAD COACH SHAROD TOMLINSON NAMED HVIAC CO-COACH OF THE YEAR The Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) recently announced its All-Conference teams, and Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York, was tabbed as a co-Coach of the Year. Coach Tomlinson led the Knights through a successful 2013-2014 regular season, culminating in the team’s first-ever HVIAC regular season championship. Coach Tomlinson resides in Corona in Queens, NY. Berkeley College put together an impressive 6-0 mark against conference foes, en route to finishing with an overall record of 13-5 prior to the HVIAC postseason. “Sharod did an excellent job with our women’s basketball team this season, and I’m glad to see him be recognized for his continued efforts,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “This is the team’s third consecutive winning season and I believe the program has a bright future.” The progression of the Berkeley College Women’s Basketball program since its inception four years ago has been encouraging. After putting together just a 2-17 record in their inaugural campaign back in 2010-2011, Coach Tomlinson led the Knights to three consecutive winning seasons (15-12 in 2011-2012, 14-10 in 2012-2013, and 13-6 thus far this season). In addition, Berkeley College received United States Collegiate Athletic Association National Tournament bids the past two seasons, and staked its claim as National runners-up last season. Three members of the Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team were named to the 2014 All-HVIAC squad, including senior Aiyesha Brown and juniors Milan Germany and Janay Thomas. Prior to joining Berkeley College, Coach Tomlinson served as Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball, at Christ the King Regional High School in Middle Village, Queens, NY, where he helped lead the team to a perfect 27-0 season and a city championship. In this role, Coach Tomlinson also was responsible for study hall, player skill development, scouting reports and administrative duties for the Royals. As an athlete, Mr. Tomlinson played two seasons (2001-2003) at Division II Concordia University in St. Paul, MN, before returning to the Metropolitan area to play for John Jay College of Criminal Justice. While at John Jay, Mr. Tomlinson led the Bulldogs to two playoff appearances as Team Captain. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="196" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_SharodTomlinson_022614.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) recently recognized Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York, as a co-Coach of the Year. Coach Tomlinson led the Knights through a successful 2013-2014 regular season, culminating in the team’s first-ever HVIAC regular season championship. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_SharodTomlinson_022614.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_SharodTomlinson_022614.jpg</a></div> 000Berkeley College Head Coach Sharod Tomlinson Named HVIAC Co-Coach of the YearPress Release137402Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/18/201420142/18/201420142/18/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE KNIGHTS EARN PRAISE FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE The Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) announced its All-Conference selections on Monday morning, and the Berkeley College New York basketball teams were well represented. On the women’s side, three players – senior guard Aiyesha Brown, junior forward Milan Germany, and junior guard Janay Thomas – were named to the All-Conference team. For the men’s team, senior guard Jovan Bovell, senior center Elijah Craig, and sophomore guard Keenan Langston received All-Conference praise. The Lady Knights were defeated in the semifinal round of the HVIAC Tournament on Saturday. Berkeley College is hopeful that it will receive a bid to the 2014 United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) National Tournament when selections are announced on February 26. Aiyesha Brown earned her second HVIAC All-Conference selection. Thus far this season, she shares a team lead in points-per-game for the Knights by averaging 16.5 points per contest. The native of Jamaica in Queens has scored in double figures 10 times this year, and has scored 17 points or more seven times. After being tabbed as a 2012-2013 All-Conference selection, Milan Germany was again named to the All-Conference team for the 2013-2014 campaign. Ms. Germany displayed excellent versatility on the court this past season, averaging team-highs in points-per-game with 16.5 and rebounds per contest with nine. The southern Bronx resident also posted eight double-doubles for the year. Finally, speedy guard Janay Thomas of Central Islip earned All-Conference praise for the second time. This year, Ms. Thomas averaged 13 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per contest. She scored in double digits on 10 different occasions for the Knights, and played at least 37 minutes or more in seven of Berkeley’s games this year. The Berkeley College Men’s Basketball also team fell in the semifinal round of HVIAC Tournament on Saturday. The Knights hope to earn an invitation to the USCAA National Tournament for the fourth straight season. Senior center Elijah Craig of Brooklyn was named to the HVIAC All-Conference team for the third time. This year, Mr. Craig averaged nine points and a team-high 10.1 rebounds per game. He also posted seven double-doubles for the year. Senior guard Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens was named to the 2013-2014 All-Conference team after earning the same distinction a season ago. The senior guard was second on the Knights with his 11.5 points-per-game average. He also snatched 4.7 rebounds-per-contest and dished 3.9 assists-per-game. Sophomore guard Keenan Langston earned his first All-Conference selection by putting forth a phenomenal campaign for his team. The Brooklyn native paced the Knights by scoring a team-high 16.4 points per contest and shooting 45.5 percent from the floor. He averaged 4.3 rebounds per game. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Knights Earn Praise from Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release137388Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/14/201420142/14/201420142/14/20142014  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS RACHÉL FESTER, PhD, ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT, INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS Rachél Fester, PhD, has been appointed as Berkeley College Associate Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness. The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is responsible for conducting assessments on institutional performance, including student learning outcomes and program evaluations, and collecting and analyzing data to inform decision-making in areas such as academic affairs, student affairs, campus administration and college operations. “I am pleased to welcome Dr. Fester to Berkeley College,” said Dario A. Cortes PhD, President of Berkeley College. “In her new role, Dr. Fester will be responsible for identifying processes for strengthening the institution so that it may more effectively serve its many constituents and fulfill its mission of career-oriented student learning.” Most recently, Dr. Fester served as Executive Director of Assessment and Planning for the College of Mount Saint Vincent, NY, and Associate Research Scholar at the Center for Institutional and Social Change, Columbia Law School, Columbia University. Dr. Fester is the recipient of numerous awards including a U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences pre-doctoral training fellowship; a University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education Dean’s Scholarship; and a Harvard College Scholarship. She has taught graduate courses at Baruch College School of Public Affairs and has given presentations such as “Assessment and Institutional Research,” “The Education of Women” and “Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations” as a guest  lecturer at several colleges and universities. Dr. Fester has a doctorate degree in Higher Education from the University of Pennsylvania; a graduate degree in Higher Education Administration from Baruch College School of Public Affairs; a graduate degree in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations from The University of Chicago; and an undergraduate degree in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations from Harvard University. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.   <img alt="" height="291" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_RachelFester_021414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Berkeley College has appointed Rachél Fester, PhD, as Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness. <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_RachelFester_021414.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_RachelFester_021414.jpg</a></div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Rachél Fester, PhD, Associate Vice President, Institutional EffectivenessPress Release137387Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/14/201420142/14/201420142/14/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2014 Contact:  Kelly J. Depsee Senior Associate, Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5112 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">kme@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> ‘WE WANT THAT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP’ After Clinching First Regular-Season HVIAC Title, Fledgling Berkeley College Women’s Basketball Team Sets Sights on HVIAC Tournament and National Championship Berkeley College student-athlete Aiyesha Brown was part of history this week, as the Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team captured its first Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) regular-season title. But the shooting guard, who has been a member of the basketball team since its inception in 2010, won’t be satisfied until the fledgling team has a National title under its belt. “Coming into this season, one of our goals was to go undefeated in conference play. We’re definitely glad that we did it, but this is only a steppingstone to the top,” she said. “We want that National championship.” The Berkeley College Knights will get their chance later this month, when United States Collegiate Athletic Association bids are determined on February 26. This weekend, the Knights set their sights on St. Joseph’s College, as they head into the HVIAC Tournament as the No. 1 overall seed. The team’s perfect 6-0 record in league play is a far cry from its inaugural campaign. After putting together just a 2-17 record back in 2010-2011, the Knights experienced three consecutive winning seasons. But they also faced challenges, with fewer than 10 players competing consistently for four seasons. Ms. Brown credits the team’s collective vision and spirited play with the Knights’ continued success. “Last season, we made it all the way to the National championship with only six players,” said Ms. Brown of Jamaica in Queens, NY. “I watched a lot of players come and go because they doubted us. Although we fell short of being named National champions, we earned a lot of respect.” Head Coach Sharod Tomlinson, who also has been with the team since its first season, agreed. “The team’s accomplishments have been a testament to the hard work and dedication put forth by these student-athletes,” he said. “After falling in the semifinal game of the HVIAC Tournament a season ago, I feel this team came into this season extremely motivated, and that motivation has resulted in us playing terrific basketball.” Berkeley will look to capture its first-ever HVIAC Tournament championship this weekend at the Wellness Center at The College of New Rochelle. The Knights will play their semifinal game Saturday evening against the Bears of St. Joseph’s College of Brooklyn. For more information on Berkeley College athletics, visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/athletics">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/athletics</a> A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AiyeshaBrown_021414.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Sharod Tomlinson, Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York, presents a commemorative plaque to senior Aiyesha Brown of Jamaica in Queens, NY. After a successful season, Ms. Brown hopes to help the Knights win their first HVIAC Tournament title this weekend. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AiyeshaBrown_021414.jpg 000Fledgling Berkeley College Women's Basketball Team Sets Sights on HVIAC Tournament and National TitlePress Release137347Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/12/201420142/12/201420142/12/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: This event is a new addition in February for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES IMMEDIATE DECISION DAY SET FOR SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 Blackwell Street, Dover:  February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online(R). February 23 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                        - end - <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" height="1" width="892"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:27.04%;"> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   000Berkeley College Announces Immediate Decision Day Set for Sunday, February 23Press Release137345Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/12/201420142/12/201420142/12/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MEN’S BASKETBALL HONORS SEVEN SENIORS, THEN RALLIES FROM SEVEN-POINT DEFICIT TO WIN BY SEVEN, 60-53 The Berkeley College Men’s Basketball team, New York, put forth a spirited comeback Tuesday evening, rallying from a seven-point halftime deficit to defeat the Bengals of the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) on Senior Day by a score of 60-53 at the Wellness Center at the College of New Rochelle. The victory was the third straight for the Knights, who improved their record to 13-8 on the year, while the Bengals dipped to a mark of 7-18. Prior to the contest, the Berkeley College Athletics Department took a few moments to honor seven seniors – including Elijah Craig, Yang Zhang, Mario Guzman, Richard Rampersad, Danzel Whyte, Jovan Bovell and Alex Loniakan – in a special pre-game ceremony. Head Coach Chris Christiansen took the microphone and said a few heartfelt words about each of his seniors, and Andy DeStephano, Director of Athletics, presented all of the aforementioned student-athletes with a commemorative plaque to thank them for their years of dedication to the Berkeley College Men’s Basketball program. When the game began, a pumped-up Knights team converted on six of its first seven attempts from the floor in the process of building an early 14-6 advantage. Mr. Bovell scored eight of those first 14 points for his squad. A pair of made free throws by Mr. Rampersad and a converted layup by Mr. Craig increased the Berkeley College lead to 12 at 18-6 with 13:38 remaining in the opening session. From there, the first half belonged to the Bengals. UMFK put together a 13-0 run over the ensuing 5:12 (the Knights were 0-for-9 from the floor during this stretch) to take a 19-18 lead. Later on in the stanza, the game was tied at 24 apiece with 2:37 left in opening session, and the Bengals closed out the period on a 7-0 run to take a 31-24 lead into the locker room at halftime. The Knights came out a completely different team to start the second half, as Berkeley College opened up the session with a spark, outscoring the Bengals 15-3 in the opening 5:14 of the frame to take a 39-34 lead. The Knights continued to press the Bengals, and were exemplifying good shot selection by moving the ball and getting good looks. With 7:49 remaining in the game, Berkeley College built its biggest lead of the game – a 54-43 advantage. The Bengals refused to quit though, going on a 17-11 run from there to pull to within five points (65-60) with 2:18 remaining in the game. The Knights would buckle down though, connecting on five free throw attempts and not allowing another UMFK field goal the rest of the way in holding on for a seven-point victory. In the win for the Knights, the seniors truly put on a show, with Mr. Bovell leading the way as he scored a game-high 18 points to go along with eight rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Mr. Craig chipped in with 12 points, nine rebounds, seven blocks, and two steals. Mr. Guzman finalized his evening with 12 points and four rebounds, and freshman Ahmed Dickerson added 10 points and four caroms off the bench. Despite the loss for UMFK, the Bengals were led by sophomore guard Fred Sanchez, who knocked down all seven of his free throw attempts and drained three of his four shots from downtown while finishing with 18 points and three assists. Junior guard Jorge Matesanz added 17 points and five rebounds and junior forward Jeremy Bishop contributed with 14 points, five rebounds, and two blocked shots. The Knights held an edge in shooting percentage, connecting on 41.2 percent of their attempts from the floor (28-68) compared to 36.5 percent for the Bengals (19-52). Berkeley College out-rebounded UMFK 41-32, while also swatting seven shots (all by Mr. Craig) compared to four for the visitors. The Knights also held an 11-5 edge in the steals department. Berkeley College completes its regular season portion of the schedule tomorrow evening when the Knights host Pratt Institute in a Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference game in Brooklyn, NY. Start-time for the game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/" style="line-height: 1.6;">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Craig_021214.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Senior Elijah Craig receives a commemorative plaque during Senior Day from Chris Christiansen, Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, New York. Mr. Craig contributed to the Knights’ win over the University of Maine at Fort Kent with 12 points, nine rebounds, seven blocks, and two steals. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Craig_021214.jpg 000Berkeley College Men's Basketball Honors Seven Seniors and Rallies from Seven-Point DeficitPress Release137290Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/6/201420142/6/201420142/6/20142014<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS GET BEHIND THE RUNWAY DURING MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK   It is a busy time for Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students as they  experience the real world of fashion.  Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicks off this week at several New York City locations as designers like Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera and Ralph Lauren exhibit their collections. Student volunteers from Berkeley College will work behind the scenes, observing and reporting on celebrity run-ins as they assist with distribution of The Daily Front Row, attend select shows and charity events, and participate in social media communications.  Raquel Rivera, a Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management student blogger, is on the lookout for emerging designers.  “I’m so excited that Berkeley College gives us this opportunity,” she says.  “I’m blogging my activities from the Edwing D'Angelo 2014 Fall Presentation and Adolfo Sanchez AW 2014 Collection.  And, I want to see if there is a new hot-shot designer—someone who just comes out of the woodwork and surprises everyone else.  I know that many of today’s best designers got their start during Fashion Week and have gone on to great careers.” Ms. Rivera credits Joshua Williams, Chair, Fashion Marketing and Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business, Berkeley College, for guiding her on the fashion path.  “I want Raquel and our other students to take advantage of events that are geared to teaching them all of the basics about fashion,” says Mr. Williams. “They can leverage this experience, as many trends are born out of Fashion Week. It is important for them to see what is happening, get involved, and network because their eventual careers will rely on understanding the current state of the fashion industry.” Viewing the week as an educational experience, Mr. Williams also encourages students to capture their interactions via Instagram, blog recaps and Twitter.  The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_business/degree_program_1499.htm#page=overview">Fashion Marketing and Management</a> degree program at Berkeley College integrates the creative with the business aspects of the fashion industry that employers demand. Incorporating marketing strategies and management skills, the Fashion Marketing and Management program encompasses a comprehensive understanding of the fashion industry. From historical trends to the latest technology, Berkeley College students are prepared to enter the industry in a number of roles. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for career success. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category.  The College offers a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaquelRivera2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Last fall, Raquel Rivera, student blogger, Fashion Marketing and Management, Berkeley College, interviewed Tom Nastos President of ENK International, during NYC Fashion Week.  This week her blogs will include spots about the Edwing D'Angelo 2014 Fall Presentation and the Adolfo Sanchez AW 2014 Collection. You can access a high resolution digital file of this image here: http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaquelRivera2.jpg - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909"> </div>   000Berkeley College Students Get Behind Runway During Mercedes-Benz Fashion WeekPress Release137264Newsroomfalse2/4/201420142/4/201420142/4/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE AND COUNTY COLLEGE OF MORRIS SIGN ARTICULATION AGREEMENT, PROVIDING A MORE AFFORDABLE PATH TO EARNING A BACHELOR’S DEGREE   Students can seamlessly transfer into a variety of programs at Berkeley College that will prepare them for positions in some of today’s most in-demand careers.   Berkeley College and the County College of Morris (CCM) signed an articulation agreement to ease the transfer process for CCM students who seek bachelor’s degrees in a variety of disciplines that prepare them for exciting careers. The agreement allows eligible CCM graduates with an Associate of Science degree in Business Administration or Criminal Justice to enter Berkeley College as juniors with their general-education core requirements fulfilled. These students can transfer all of their CCM credits, giving them half of the credits required for the Berkeley College bachelor’s degree programs included in the agreement. “The articulation agreement between Berkeley College and the County College of Morris is an excellent fit because of our shared mission of providing students with degree options that lead to dynamic careers,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “CCM graduates will benefit from Berkeley’s seamless transfer process and may also apply for the <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/files_bc/TOP_Scholars_flyer.pdf">Berkeley College Transfer Opportunity Program</a> (T.O.P. Scholars), which provides scholarships to qualifying students.” Edward J. Yaw, EdD, President of CCM, said that the new agreement with Berkeley College offers students a more affordable pathway for earning a bachelor’s degree. “We’re pleased to be entering into this agreement with Berkeley, which will ease the transfer process for students in a total of nine academic disciplines,” Dr. Yaw said. This articulation agreement between CCM and Berkeley College includes students enrolled in bachelor’s degree programs in the following fields at Berkeley: Accounting; Business Administration; Fashion Marketing and Management, Financial Services; Health Services Management; International Business; Justice Studies – Criminal Justice; Management and Marketing Communications.   Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for career success. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category.  The College offers a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects students with workplace experience in their area of study before they graduate. CCM holds more than 70 transfer agreements with four-year colleges and universities covering a full range of academic disciplines. For more information on this newest agreement and CCM’s other articulation programs, visit the CCM website at <a href="http://www.ccm.edu">www.ccm.edu</a>. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - 000Berkeley College and County College of Morris Sign Articulation AgreementPress Release137233Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/4/201420142/4/201420142/4/20142014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS GBUBEMI OKOTIEURO VICE PRESIDENT FOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS, NEW YORK</h1> Gbubemi Okotieuro has been appointed to the position of Berkeley College Vice President for Government Relations, New York. In this role, Mr. Okotieuro will execute a proactive government affairs strategy while reaching out to local, regional, state and federal elected officials in New York State to promote the College’s mission to prepare students for career success. “As a long-time administrator in public sector education and a Brooklynite as well, Mr. Okotieuro will serve as a strong liaison for Berkeley College,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Mr. Okotieuro will be instrumental in promoting awareness about the mission of Berkeley College. This includes communicating the needs of our students and other issues that impact higher education and the communities we serve in the five boroughs, including our locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains,” added Dr. Cortes. Previously, Mr. Okotieuro served nine years as Associate Dean, Office of Government and External Relations, and three years as Director, Government and Community Relations at Medgar Evers College, City University of New York (CUNY). Highlights of his career at CUNY include the procurement of $300 million from city and state government for multiple college capital investments and program initiatives. In addition, Mr. Okotieuro initiated strategies that led to the completion of a new Science, Health and Technology research lab and classroom facility that cost $260 million, and included matching city and state funds. He has taught graduate courses in public policy at Queens College, CUNY, and undergraduate courses in Public Policy at Medgar Evers College, CUNY. Mr. Okotieuro has an undergraduate degree in Film Production and Theatre Arts from CUNY and a graduate degree in Public Administration from Baruch College, CUNY. He serves on the boards of the Sauti Yetu Center for African Women and Families, NYC, and the Women of Color Arts and Film Festival, Atlanta, GA. Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GOkotieuro.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" />   Photo caption:  Gbubemi Okotieuro has been appointed as Berkeley College Vice President for Government Relations, NY. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GOkotieuro.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GOkotieuro.jpg</a>   -end-   000Berkeley College Appoints Gbubemi Okotieuro Vice President for Government Relations, New YorkPress Release137217Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/3/201420142/3/201420142/3/20142014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS JUDITH KORNBERG, PhD, as ASSOCIATE PROVOST, ACADEMIC AFFAIRS   <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="3"> <tbody> <tr> <td> Judith Kornberg, PhD, has been appointed Berkeley College Associate Provost, Academic Affairs.  In this role, Dr. Kornberg will provide academic and administrative leadership for academic programs and initiatives leading to the retention and graduation of students.    </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> “Dr. Kornberg is an asset to Berkeley College,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.  “Since she joined Berkeley in September 2010 as Dean of the School of Professional Studies, she has proven to be an innovative leader in the criminal justice and social services fields.  Now, as Associate Provost, this creativity will be applied across all disciplines.” Dr. Kornberg also has worked with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services on community policy and leadership projects.  In 2010 she coordinated and chaired the 47th Annual Conference of the Continuing Education Association of New York.   As an instructor, Dr. Kornberg taught courses in American foreign policy, Chinese politics and international relations.  She co-authored “China in World Politics: Policies, Processes, Prospects” (2005) and co-edited “Rethinking Empowerment: Politics, Strategies and Women in the Developing World” (2002). At conferences in recent years she presented on foreign policy and human rights issues.     Dr. Kornberg has served as Dean, Continuing and Professional Studies, at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York, NY.  She previously served as Dean, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, NY, as well as Director, School of Continuing Education and Professional Development, at the State University of New York (SUNY), in Purchase, NY.  She holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT; an MA in History from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL; and a BA in History from SUNY in Binghamton, NY.  Berkeley College provides traditional and online degree options and blended learning opportunities to prepare students for careers in some of today’s most in-demand professions. Berkeley College was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Colleges in the Online Bachelor Degree category. Students at Berkeley College benefit from a supportive, flexible, global learning environment that connects them with workplace experience in their areas of study before graduation. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="240" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JudithKornberg_011014.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Judith Kornberg, PhD, has been appointed Associate Provost, Academic Affairs, at Berkeley College. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JudithKornberg_011014.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JudithKornberg_011014.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Judith Kornberg, PhD, as Associate Provost, Academic AffairsPress Release137179Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/30/201420141/30/201420141/30/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS PHOTOGRAPHY THAT ALLOWS THE UNEXPECTED -</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">     AN EXHIBIT BY ALAN KAPLAN     </h1> Berkeley College is presenting the photography of Alan Kaplan at its Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City.  This exhibit, entitled “Colours and Holymen,” is on display from February 5 through April 25—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. A reception will be held on Thursday, February 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.                            “Alan is one of the most fascinating photographers I have ever met,” said Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College.  He explained that the photographs reveal the connection between human beings, using a secret language to engage audiences, and that the work invites viewers to participate in the experience. Mr. Kaplan said, “It’s much more effective to allow the unexpected and capture the humanity.  Those first few seconds will create a shock of recognition with the viewer; that is what I aim to capture.”    The photographer’s current clients include Orange Communications, PNC Bank, Qwest, Jack Daniel’s, T-Mobile, Yahoo, American Express, Nokia, MillerCoors, Nestea, Microsoft and Citibank. For more information about the photographer, visit <a href="http://www.alankaplanphotography.com">www.alankaplanphotography.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistAlanKaplan_020514.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: A photograph from “Colours and Holymen,” from a series by Alan Kaplan on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Manhattan Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, New York City, from February 5 through April 25.            To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistAlanKaplan_020514.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistAlanKaplan_020514.jpg</a>     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents Photography That Allows the Unexpected - an Exhibit by Alan KaplanPress Release137178Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/30/201420141/30/201420141/30/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE SURGICAL CHAIR WORKS WITH HEALING THE CHILDREN® NEW JERSEY ON MEDICAL MISSION It is not often that a medical professional uses his or her skills to change the life of child abroad. But one Berkeley College instructor is doing just that. Joseph Charleman, Chair, Surgical Technologist and Surgical Processing Technician programs, School of Health Studies, recently traveled to La Romana, Dominican Republic, with a medical team that evaluated more than 300 patients and performed 50 operations on children needing major surgical procedures. The volunteer pediatric surgical trip was organized by Healing the Children® New Jersey (HTCNJ), a nonprofit that provides access to medical care and related services for children in need in New Jersey and worldwide. Volunteer medical professionals travel at their own expense for the eight- to 10-day trips. The 16-person team that journeyed to La Romana with Mr. Charleman included surgeons, nurses and anesthesiologists from Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, as well as administrative laypersons to manage logistics. “The trip was focused on ear, nose and throat surgeries,” said Mr. Charleman, adding that he mostly worked in the post-anesthesia care unit with recovering patients. “It gave me an unbelievable feeling of life fulfillment. It was a life-changing experience and I cannot wait to return.” This is not the first time Berkeley College has worked with HTCNJ. Last year, students and faculty members volunteered their time to count, package and sterilize medical equipment to be taken on upcoming medical missions. The opportunity gives Medical Assistant, Surgical Technologist and Surgical Processing Technician students a chance to apply skills learned in the classroom. Mr. Charleman, CST, CSFA, CRCST, LPN, will travel with HTCNJ again this year and plans to share his experiences with his students at Berkeley College. “The beauty of healthcare is making a difference in someone’s life,” he said. “There are so many people in need in this world, and to have a skill that can help them is a wonderful thing.” For more information on HTCNJ, visit http://www.htcnj.org/ A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="300" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_JoeCharleman_013014.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Joseph Charleman, Berkeley College Chair, Surgical Technologist and Surgical Processing Technician programs, School of Health Studies, recently traveled to La Romana, Dominican Republic, with a medical team that evaluated more than 300 patients and performed 50 operations on children needing major surgical procedures. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_JoeCharleman_013014.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_JoeCharleman_013014.jpg</a>  <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Surgical Chair Works with Healing the Children® New Jersey on Medical MissionPress Release137168Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/29/201420141/30/201420141/30/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   STUDENT VETERANS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE CALL THE SCHOOL’S VETERANS RESOURCE CENTERS A “HOME AWAY FROM HOME” DURING THE DEDICATION OF BERKELEY’S SIXTH RESOURCE CENTER FOR VETERANS IN DOVER, NJ <div>   Dover, NJ (January 29, 2014) - Berkeley College dedicated its sixth Veterans Resource Center for its military and veteran students today, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Berkeley College in Dover, NJ. In addition to providing Veterans Resource Centers at five locations in New Jersey and New York, students at Berkeley who are either active military or veterans can also access assistance online through the College’s <a href="http://berkeleycollege.libguides.com/veterans">Virtual Veterans Resource Center</a>. </div> Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, told students and college officials gathered at the event that the dedication of the Veterans Resource Center in Dover was timely, coming a day after President Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address, when the nation’s Commander in Chief highlighted the long road to recovery among the nation’s veterans. “At Berkeley College, we stand behind our veterans,” said Dr. Cortes. “Providing student veterans and students of all backgrounds with resources that help them acclimate to college life and achieve success in their academic and career pursuits is at the core of Berkeley’s mission,” added Dr. Cortes. “This is our home away from home,” said Speedy Guareno, a resident of Kearny who served in the U.S. Army and is a student at Berkeley College in Newark.  “We are surrounded by people we can relate to and who understand us.” Steven Rivera, a student who spent more than nine years in the U.S. Navy, said he agrees. Mr. Rivera, a Marketing Communications major at the Dover location and a resident of Morristown, shared inspirational quotes with the audience. “The best way to find yourself is to educate yourself, and Berkeley College is helping me find a new direction in my life,” said Mr. Rivera. Berkeley College was recently named one of the “Best Colleges” in the nation for Online Bachelor Degrees by U.S. News and World Report and has received a number of accolades for its support of student veterans, including Best for Vets for Online and Nontraditional Colleges by Military Times; Best for Vets, Four-year Colleges by Military Times; and for five years in a row, Berkeley has been recognized as a top Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs and Military Advanced Education. The Berkeley College Veterans Resource Center The Berkeley College Veterans Resource Center is a place where students can study in private, socialize with other veterans, participate in Student Veteran Club activities and also access tutoring assistance with their academic studies, or benefit from personal counseling, career services and guidance with veteran administration benefits. Many of Berkeley’s counselors, faculty members and associates affiliated with the College’s resource Centers are veterans themselves. Berkeley College Veterans Resource Centers are located in Dover, Newark and Woodland Park, NJ; in Midtown and Brooklyn, NY; and Online. About Berkeley College A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransResource_Center2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption A: Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, speaks with students Speedy Guareno (far left) and Steven Rivera during the opening of the Veterans Resource Center at Dover, NJ. Berkeley College has six centers that active military and veteran students can access at locations in New Jersey and New York, including a <a href="http://berkeleycollege.libguides.com/veterans">Virtual Veterans Resource Center</a>. To view a high resolution image of this photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransResource_Center2.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransResource_Center2.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VRC-Ribboncutting-1.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption B: Celebrating the dedication of the Veterans Resource Center at Berkeley College in Dover, NJ, on January 29, 2014 are (left to right): Lisa Mulligan, Veterans Success Advisor, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Maja Johnson, Coordinator of Veteran and Military Affairs; Diane Recinos, Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management; Steven Rivera, student veteran; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College; Speedy Guareno, student veteran; Maureen DiFonzo, Campus Operating Officer; Richard Robitaille, EdD, Associate Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Richard W. Eastman, Jr., Lieutenant Colonel (Ret), U.S. Army; Carmelo Torres, Director of Operations, School of Health Studies; and Tami Maurer, Associate Director, Military and Veterans Affairs. To view a high resolution image of this photo go to: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VRC-Ribboncutting-1.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VRC-Ribboncutting-1.jpg</a>   - end -     000Berkeley College Opens 6th Veterans Resource CenterPress Release137146Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/28/201420141/28/201420141/28/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey and New York.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: February 11 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 6:30 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  February 22 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  February 26 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Seminar at 7:00 pm.  A full explanation of the financial aid process will be presented. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43st Street, New York: February 1 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  February 15 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend.  How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  February 13 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop at 6:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a PIN and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                                           - end - <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:24.62%;">     </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>      000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release137129Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/24/201420141/24/201420141/24/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETES FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVE ROOKIE OF THE WEEK HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that Keenan Langston and Patricia Patterson, both of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, were named Rookies of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s and women’s basketball, respectively. The students attend Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Langston, a sophomore guard/forward, received the HVIAC honor during the week of January 21 for averaging 16.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists in two wins for the Knights. It is the fifth time this season he has received Rookie of the Week honors. Ms. Patterson, a junior forward, also received the HVIAC honor during the week of January 21 for pulling down 14.0 rebounds per game – including 7.0 on the offensive end – in matchups against the College of New Rochelle and Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the third consecutive week she has received Rookie of the Week honors. “These athletes have been a tremendous presence for our basketball teams this season,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “Their accomplishments have contributed to the overall success of our athletics program at Berkeley College.”  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="261" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AthleteLangston_012114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Keenan Langston of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for men’s basketball. He attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AthleteLangston_012114.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_AthleteLangston_012114.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athletes from Brooklyn Receive Rookie of the Week Honors from Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release137100Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/20/201420141/20/201420141/20/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of the southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Ms. Germany was named HVIAC Player of the Week during the week of January 7 for her performance in a game against Medgar Evers College, during which she scored 20 points while grabbing nine rebounds, dishing six assists and tallying three steals. She also was named to the HVIAC Honor Roll during the week of January 14 for recording a pair of double-doubles as the Knights captured the NHTI New Year’s Tournament. “Milan is very deserving of the honors that were bestowed on her,” said Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York. “She will be a key piece to our puzzle down the stretch of this season.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release137099Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/20/201420141/20/201420141/20/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Patricia Patterson of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Patterson attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Ms. Patterson received back-to-back HVIAC Rookie of the Week honors during the weeks of January 7 and January 14. During the week of January 7, she posted a double-double, netting 19 points and snatching 13 rebounds against Medgar Evers College. She earned the honor during the week of January 14 for helping the Knights capture the NHTI New Year’s Tournament. In the championship game against Massasoit Community College, Ms. Patterson scored 17 points and snatched 15 rebounds. “Patricia is very deserving of the honors that were bestowed on her,” said Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, New York. “She will be a key piece to our puzzle down the stretch of this season.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -   000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Rookie of the Week by Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release137067Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/16/201420141/16/201420141/16/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERAN RECEIVES HONORARY AWARD FOR MILITARY SERVICE FROM LA VOZ DE AMERICA   <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_SpeedyGuareno_122013.JPG" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Speedy Guareno of Kearny in Hudson County, NJ, recently received an honorary award from La Voz de America, a publication that covers news of interest to the Hispanic community. Mr. Guareno, a veteran of the U.S. Army, was recognized for his military service, during which he was stationed in Iraq. He attends Berkeley College in Newark, where he is pursuing a degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice with a minor in Management.  - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_SpeedyGuareno_122013.JPG">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_SpeedyGuareno_122013.JPG</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Student Veteran Receives Honorary Award for Military Service from La Voz de AmericaPress Release137049Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/14/201420141/14/201420141/14/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS MAUREEN DIFONZO AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, DOVER LOCATION Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Maureen DiFonzo as Campus Operating Officer (COO), Dover location. In this role, Ms. DiFonzo will oversee day-to-day operations of the Morris County facility that is located in the heart of the business district. She also will monitor polices related to personnel, including training and professional development programs to ensure outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand professions.  “Ms. DiFonzo brings many years of leadership experience in managing campus operations and a strong background in business management to her new position. In addition, she is an outstanding team motivator who is fully committed to maintaining an environment that empowers students to succeed,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. Previously, Ms. DiFonzo served first as Admissions Director and then as Campus Director for Dover Business College, now Berkeley College, in Dover. Her corporate positions include a Loan Administrator at Novartis Federal Credit Union in East Hanover, NJ; a New Business Developer for Pinnacle Federal Credit Union in Fairfield, NJ; and five years as Chief Operating Officer for Steinbach/Ohrbach stores in New York City and Paramus, NJ.     Ms. DiFonzo is a graduate of the Fashion Merchandising program at Berkeley College. In addition, she is a graduate of the Morris County Chamber of Commerce Leadership Morris program and a member of the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Wellness Committee. Berkeley College in Dover was recently renovated and expanded to include the School of Health Studies, the Larry L. Luing School of Business, the School of Professional Studies, and the School of Liberal Arts. The location includes fully equipped nursing and patient care laboratories, simulated operating rooms, and modern medical laboratories. The building also contains classrooms, computer labs, a library, and a student lounge. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="336" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_MaureenDiFonzo.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Maureen DiFonzo as Campus Operating Officer, Dover location. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_MaureenDiFonzo.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR_MaureenDiFonzo.jpg</a>   - end -   000Berkeley College Appoints Maureen DiFonzo as Campus Operating Officer, Dover LocationPress Release137045Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/13/201420141/13/201420141/13/20142014   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RANKS AMONG TOP COLLEGES OFFERING SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR MILITARY STUDENTS AND VETERANS                               Berkeley College Receives 2014 Best for Vets and Military-Friendly School Awards                                        Berkeley College has been named to the Military Times “Best for Vets: Colleges 2014” list for the second consecutive year. This recognition ranks Berkeley College among institutions that go above and beyond in providing academic and personal support for veterans pursuing a college degree. Close to 600 schools responded to this year’s survey and were rated based on feedback from student veterans. Berkeley College also has been designated as a 2014 Top Military-Friendly School by Military Advanced Education magazine, a resource guide designed for the nation’s service members to assist them in their academic pursuits. Attributes considered in evaluating institutions for inclusion on the list include flexibility of online learning options, on-campus assistance for active-duty military personnel and veterans, and the availability of full-time counselors trained in veteran-specific mental health concerns. This is the fifth consecutive year that Berkeley College has received this honor. “It is an honor for Berkeley College to be recognized for its commitment to our veterans and military students,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs. “Berkeley College is distinguished in that it has five onsite Veterans Resource Centers – at the New York locations in Midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn and at the New Jersey locations in Woodland Park, Newark and Dover. In addition, last year Berkeley College launched an Online Veterans Resource Center that allows the college to reach a far greater number of student veterans, as well as students who are active service members stationed overseas.” Approximately 500 military students and veterans are enrolled at Berkeley College in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online®. In a list just released by U.S. News and World Report, Berkeley College was ranked among the 2014 <a href="http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/berkeley-college-7394/bachelors">Best Online Colleges in the Bachelor Degree</a> category. In addition, last year Berkeley College Online® was one of the first colleges or universities worldwide to receive certification for excellence from the <a href="http://www.usdla.org/usdla-quality-standard-certificate/">United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) USDLA/Quality Standards (QS)</a>.  Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill and collaborates on national ventures with the National Guard, the Army and the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. A detailed list of the 2014 Top Military-Friendly Schools can be viewed online at <a href="http://www.kmimediagroup.com/maedir/">http://www.kmimediagroup.com/maedir/</a>. A list of the Military Times “Best for Vets: Colleges 2014” can be found at <a href="http://projects.militarytimes.com/jobs/best-for-vets/2014/colleges/4-year/">http://projects.militarytimes.com/jobs/best-for-vets/2014/colleges/4-year/</a>. For more information about the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Berkeley College, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/military">http://berkeleycollege.edu/military</a>. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption A: Berkeley College has been named to the Military Times magazine “Best for Vets: Colleges 2014” list for the second consecutive year. In addition, Berkeley College has been designated as a 2014 Top Military-Friendly School by Military Advanced Education magazine. This is the fifth consecutive year that the College has been named to this list. Pictured (left to right) taking time out from studies in the Veterans Resource Center at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY, are student veterans David Biladeau of Arverne in Queens, NY; Christopher Hendricks of Montrose, NY; and Raquel Fulgham of Manhattan, NY. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="129" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_VetResCenter_010213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College has been named to the Military Times magazine “Best for Vets: Colleges 2014” list for the second consecutive year. In addition, Berkeley College has been designated as a 2014 Top Military-Friendly School by Military Advanced Education magazine. This is the fifth consecutive year that the College has been named to this list. Pictured (left to right) taking time out from studies in the Veterans Resource Center at Berkeley College in Newark, NJ, are student veterans Chaz Epps of Springfield, NJ, and James Marshmon of Irvington, NJ.  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_VetResCenter_010213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_VetResCenter_010213.jpg</a> -end-      000Berkeley College Ranks Among Top Colleges for Military Students and VeteransPress Release137013Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/8/201420141/8/201420141/8/20142014 Berkeley College Ranks Among Best Colleges Offering Online Bachelor's Degree Programs   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE RANKS AMONG BEST COLLEGES OFFERING ONLINE BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS BY U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT With over 20 Bachelor’s degrees to choose from, and more than 15 years of expertise offering online courses by faculty who are accomplished and experienced in and out of the classroom, Berkeley College takes pride in this latest recognition – inclusion among the 2014 U.S. News & World Report issue of Best Online Colleges in the Bachelor Degree category.  The methodology used to rank the institutions in this category included student engagement, faculty credentials and training, peer reputation, and student services and technology.  You can view more detailed information about the colleges and the methodology used to rank them by visiting <a href="http://www.usnews.com/">http://www.usnews.com/</a>.  Berkeley College Online® received certification for excellence from the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) USDLA/Quality Standards (QS) less than a year ago.  As the first online program in New York and New Jersey to achieve this status, USDLA/QS certification places Berkeley College Online among an elite group of institutions worldwide that are recognized for excellence in distance learning. “U.S. News and World Report is a widely recognized standard of college rankings and information on higher education. Berkeley College is delighted to receive such a prestigious honor because it speaks to the quality of our faculty, academic programs, students and technology,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Innovation is another important aspect to the success of Berkeley College Online, not just through technology, but how we engage students as members of a virtual college campus,” said Dr. Cortes.  Dr. Cortes pointed to various virtual activities open to online students such as contests, community service days, symposiums and workshops. There are also resources students can tap into to enhance their learning experience such as online orientation, real-time online tutoring, assistance with financial aid, an online resource center for veterans of the armed services and a virtual career services center that assists students with internships and job placements. “Technology continues to change; however, our focus remains constant on student success,” said Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online.  The online program has flourished since Berkeley College first began offering distance learning courses in 1998 and accredited online degrees in 2003. Today, 2,629 Berkeley College students are enrolled in at least one online course.  Berkeley College Online offers 250 online courses each quarter.    A Global Learning Experience Berkeley College Online education at Berkeley College adds to the global learning experience that brings diverse perspectives and cultural experiences to class. One example of this diversity is an online Sociology course taught by Marilyn Frasier, PhD, Berkeley College Online Chair, School of Liberal Arts.  Dr. Frasier assigned students an oral history project. Students in the course heard about experiences of one mother who lived through the 35-year civil war in Guatemala and another who lived in South Korea during the Korean War. In the northeast region of the U.S., one grandparent spoke about the Newark riots in the 1960s, while another shared stories about living in the South during racial segregation.  How Online Students Graduate In addition to the live event held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, in April 2013, Berkeley College held a Virtual Commencement to honor its graduating online students.  You can view the virtual commencement here: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/commencement/virtual_2013/">http://berkeleycollege.edu/commencement/virtual_2013/</a>.  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. Additional press resources can be found using the following links: Berkeley College Online Fast Facts <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/8427.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/8427.htm</a> Meet the President of Berkeley College <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/dario_cortes.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/dario_cortes.htm</a> Meet the Assistant Provost for Berkeley College Online <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/carol_smith.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/carol_smith.htm</a> Meet the Campus Operating Officer for Berkeley College Online <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/sharon_goldstein.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/sharon_goldstein.htm</a> Berkeley College Earns USDLA Certification <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/office_of_president/7934.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/office_of_president/7934.htm</a> Debunking the Myths of Online Learning <a href="http://us.vocuspr.com/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=Berkeley&Entity=PRAsset&SF_PRAsset_PRAssetID_EQ=136557&XSL=PressRelease&Cache=">http://us.vocuspr.com/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=Berkeley&Entity=PRAsset&SF_PRAsset_PRAssetID_EQ=136557&XSL=PressRelease&Cache=</a>   For additional resources and to schedule interviews please contact: Ilene Greenfield E-mail: <a href="mailto:igl@berkeleycollege.edu">igl@berkeleycollege.edu</a> Office: 201-291-1111 Ext. 1-5122 Cell: 862-432-2104 - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Ranks Among Best Colleges Offering Online Bachelor's Degree ProgramsPress Release137010Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/7/201420141/7/201420141/7/20142014 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2014 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore guard/forward Keenan Langston of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Langston attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan.   Mr. Langston received the HVIAC honor during the week of December 31 for averaging 12.5 points and 4.0 rebounds in games against Endicott College and Bates College. He highlighted the week with a 19-point effort on 7-of-18 shooting with five thefts in the opening round of the Salem State Holiday Classic against Endicott College.  It is the fourth time this season Mr. Langston has received Rookie of the Week honors. “Keenan has been a tremendous presence for our men’s basketball team all season,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “His accomplishment has contributed to the overall success of our Men’s Basketball Team at Berkeley College. He brings terrific energy and a positive attitude night in and night out.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Rookie of the Week by Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release136964Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/30/2013201312/30/2013201312/30/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JANUARY 2014 EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  January 18 Berkeley College will host a free Surgical Processing Technician Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Learn about the program that provides students with the knowledge and professional skills necessary to deliver support to all patient care areas within a healthcare facility.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: January 25 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  January 22 Berkeley College will host a free Fashion Seminar from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.     For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  January 25 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  The Berkeley College programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: January 22 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn: January 18 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  The Berkeley College programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43st Street, New York: January 25 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  The Berkeley College programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  January 18 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  The Berkeley College programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. January 15 Berkeley College will host a free online Criminal Justice Seminar at 7:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  The Berkeley College programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:92.24%;" width="92%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:17.96%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="clear:both;">  </div> - end -       000Berkeley College Announces January 2014 EventsPress Release136962Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/26/2013201312/26/2013201312/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE BRINGS BROOKLYN ARTIST HOME </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> EXHIBIT BY PHIL RACHELSON </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Phil Rachelson at its gallery, 255 Duffield Street, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is on display from January 11 through March 28, 2014—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, January 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, Mr. Rachelson says “I’ve made art all my life.”  He received a BFA from City College of New York, and spent 10 years as a colorist for Marvel and DC Comics.  He now owns his own gallery in Milford, PA.  The artist is returning to Brooklyn to exhibit a retrospective of his work from the early days through the present.       In speaking about his art, Mr. Rachelson says, “Inspiration can come from anywhere— often from things I come across in the media or from photos I’ve shot.  I want the work to be accessible, but at the same time I want to engage people’s preconceptions and make them see familiar things in a new way.”      Mr. Rachelson has held solo exhibits in the Forge Studio and Gallery, Milford, PA, for the past four years, along with the Work of Art Gallery; Horodner Romley Gallery; and Muranushi Lederman Gallery, all in New York, NY.  Group exhibitions include the Winter Show, Two 07 Gallery; Works for a Funhouse, ES Vandam Galleries; Family Values,  Russet Lederman Productions, all in New York, NY; and Upstate Art, Phoenicia, NY.  For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.philrachelson.com">www.philrachelson.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistPhilRachelson_011114.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption:  “So Damn Happy,” from artist Phil Rachelson’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from January 11 through March 28, 2014.                                                                                                                               - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistPhilRachelson_011114.jpg.       <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Brings Brooklyn Artist HomePress Release136954Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/23/2013201312/23/2013201312/23/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES STATEN ISLAND RESIDENT WITH  2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN TEAMWORK <img alt="" height="344" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ENR_TCampbell_122313.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Traci Campbell, Project Manager, Enrollment, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Teamwork. The award recognizes groups that work cooperatively and supportively with others to attain team goals. Ms. Campbell is a resident of Staten Island, NY. - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ENR_TCampbell_122313.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ENR_TCampbell_122313.jpg</a>     000Berkeley College Recognizes Staten Island Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in TeamworkPress Release136948Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/20/2013201312/20/2013201312/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MEN’S SOCCER COACH RECEIVES TOP HONOR FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that Stavros Zomopoulos of Manhattan, NY, has been named Coach of the Year for the 2013 season by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC). Coach Zomopoulos led the Berkeley College Men’s Soccer Team, New York, to its best record in program history, as the Knights posted an impressive overall record of 16-5, including an unblemished 7-0 mark in HVIAC action. “This proud honor is a testament to the dedication of Coach Zomopoulos,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “Under his guidance, the New York Men’s Soccer team has become one of the most respected programs, both on regional and national platforms.” It is the first time Coach Zomopoulos has been selected as Coach of the Year and the fourth time he has guided the Berkeley College Knights to the HVIAC championship game. The HVIAC Coach of the Year is selected by the conference’s coaches. “I am honored to be named Coach of the Year by my peers,” said Coach Zomopoulos. “This accolade is a reflection of the diligent efforts of the student-athletes this season. This group exemplified the word ‘team’ in every aspect, as their unity and togetherness translated to success on the field.” Five members of the Berkeley College Men’s Soccer Team, New York, were named to the 2013 All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team. Before joining Berkeley College in 2008, Coach Zomopoulos served as Head Coach of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice Men’s Soccer Team and as Assistant Coach of the Borough of Manhattan Community College Men’s Soccer Team. He attended Columbia University, where he played Division I soccer and won three Ivy League championships. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="265" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Stavros_Zomopoulos.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Stavros Zomopoulos, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Soccer Team, New York, has been named 2013 Coach of the Year by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.  - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Stavros_Zomopoulos.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Stavros_Zomopoulos.jpg</a>  <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Men's Soccer Coach Receives Top Honor from Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic ConferencePress Release136945Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/20/2013201312/20/2013201312/20/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES NEWARK RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN LEADERSHIP  <img alt="" height="237" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_DColeman-Harvey_122013.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Diana Coleman-Harvey, Director, Financial Aid, Newark, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Associate of the Year Award in Leadership. The award recognizes individuals who inspire others to achieve the mission of Berkeley College. Ms. Coleman-Harvey is a resident of Newark. - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_DColeman-Harvey_122013.jpg" target="_blank">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NWK_DColeman-Harvey_122013.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes Newark Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in LeadershipPress Release136941Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/19/2013201312/19/2013201312/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS HELP TEENS AND TWEENS CRAFT HOLIDAY SNOW GLOBES AT WAYNE LIBRARY  <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryA_121113.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College students from the Woodland Park location recently visited the Wayne Library where they helped teens and tweens craft winter snow globes. The outreach is part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year focuses on critical areas in the community, including student success. Left to right are Berkeley College student Ashley Pazmino, Daniel Siuffe, and Berkeley College student Sherry Wu. <img alt="" height="161" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryB_121113.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College students from the Woodland Park location recently visited the Wayne Library where they helped teens and tweens craft winter snow globes. The outreach is part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year focuses on critical areas in the community, including student success. Back row (L to R) are Kelana Wood; Berkeley College student Ashley Pazmino; Nicole Luthman, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park and Paramus; Jasmine Anderson and Yadirah Munoz. Front row (L to R) are Berkeley College student Sherry Wu, Winston Lee, Daniel Siuffe and ToniAnn Conte.   - end - To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryA_121113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryA_121113.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryB_121113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_WayneLibraryB_121113.jpg</a>  <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Students Help Teens and Tweens Craft Holiday Snow Globes at Wayne LibraryPress Release136940Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/19/2013201312/19/2013201312/19/20132013       <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS TIA DELOUISE AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, CLIFTON LOCATION Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Tia DeLouise as Campus Operating Officer (COO), Clifton location. In this role, Ms. DeLouise will oversee day-to-day operations at the location that opened earlier this year and specializes in Health Studies. She also will monitor polices related to personnel, including training and professional development programs to ensure outstanding career-focused education in some of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions.  “Ms. DeLouise has worked at Berkeley College for more than 30 years. Her various leadership positions at the college, along with her experience as a business instructor, provide a full spectrum of capabilities that contribute to maintaining a supportive environment where students can thrive,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. In addition to serving as COO, Ms. DeLouise will continue in her role as Vice President, Academic Administration. Previously, she held such leadership roles as Vice President, Advisement; Vice President, Student Records and Registrar; Interim Dean, Academic Affairs; and Vice President Academic Support Services. Ms. DeLouise is a member of the National Academic Advising Association, the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers, and the Middle States Association of Collegiate Registrars and Officers of Admissions. Ms. DeLouise has an MBA in Business Education from New York University and a BA in Business Education from Montclair State University.  Berkeley College in Clifton offers Health Sciences, Medical Assistant and Surgical Technology Associate degree programs. Students also can enroll in Medical Assistant, Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse or Surgical Processing Technician certification programs. In addition to classroom learning, students gain hands-on clinical experience and assistance with job placement and career advancement. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="296" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_TiaDeLouise_121913.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Tia DeLouise as Campus Operating Officer, Clifton.   -end-   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_TiaDeLouise_121913.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_TiaDeLouise_121913.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Appoints Tia DeLouise As Campus Operating Officer, Clifton LocationPress Release136922Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/18/2013201312/18/2013201312/18/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RUNNERS NAMED TO USCAA ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM  Berkeley College is proud to announce that two runners have been named to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) All-Academic Team for women’s cross country. The athletes attend Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY.   “May I be the first to congratulate these student-athletes on their accolades,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “Their individual accomplishments have contributed to the overall success of our Women’s Cross Country team at Berkeley College.” The commitment of these athletes to their studies consistently places them among the top student-athletes at Berkeley College. The following athletes were recognized: - Sarah Celin is a junior from Manhattan, NY. Ms. Celin has been a member of the Cross Country team for three seasons and placed as one of the top 10 female runners at the Hudson Valley Collegiate Athletic Conference Championship three years in a row. - Lacey Garnett is a senior from Corona in Queens, NY. Ms. Garnett has been a member of the Cross Country team since its inaugural season in 2010. She has shown constant improvement throughout the years and her commitment to training prepared her for off-season participation in several local road races and half marathons. To qualify for All-Academic status, a student must be an upperclassman with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher while competing for his or her institution in a competitive sport. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online® also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Runners Named to USCAA All-Academic TeamPress Release136870Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES WALDWICK RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN EXCELLENCE  <img alt="" height="189" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SAP_JJuliano_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Jennifer Juliano, Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Coordinator, Advising, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Excellence. The award recognizes individuals who are committed to and produce the best achievable results. Ms. Juliano is a resident of Waldwick in Bergen County, NJ. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Juliano and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.                                                                                                                                - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SAP_JJuliano_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SAP_JJuliano_121213.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes Waldwick Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in ExcellencePress Release136869Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES CLIFTON RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN ADAPTABILITY  <img alt="" height="180" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RA_JTudda_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Jeanine Tudda, Director, Readmissions, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Adaptability. The award recognizes individuals who continue to thrive through change. Ms. Tudda is a resident of Clifton in Passaic County, NJ.  Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Tudda; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RA_JTudda_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RA_JTudda_121213.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Recognizes Clifton Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in AdaptabilityPress Release136868Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES WOODSIDE RESIDENT WITH 2012 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN CUSTOMER SERVICE <img alt="" height="168" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OVasquez_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Oscar Vasquez, Assistant Director, Financial Aid, Midtown Manhattan, NY, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Customer Service. The award recognizes individuals who show personal responsibility and daily effort through their work. Mr. Vasquez is a resident of Woodside in Queens, NY. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Mr. Vasquez; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.                                                                                                                                               -end- To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OVasquez_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OVasquez_121213.jpg</a>     000Berkeley College Recognizes Woodside Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Customer ServicePress Release136867Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES WHITE PLAINS RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN LEADERSHIP  <img alt="" height="169" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JMartinez_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Joel Martinez, Senior Director, Adult Admissions, Midtown Manhattan, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Leadership. The award recognizes individuals who inspire others to achieve the mission of Berkeley College. Mr. Martinez is a resident of White Plains in Westchester County, NY.  Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Mr. Martinez; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JMartinez_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JMartinez_121213.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes White Plains Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in LeadershipPress Release136866Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES CORONA RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN ADAPTABILITY  <img alt="" height="189" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JBorja_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Jairo Borja, Director of Business Development, Career Services, Midtown Manhattan, NY, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Associate of the Year Award in Adaptability. The award recognizes individuals who continue to thrive through change. Mr. Borja is a resident of Corona in Queens, NY. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Mr. Borja; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JBorja_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_JBorja_121213.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Recognizes Corona Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in AdaptabilityPress Release136865Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES TENAFLY RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN INNOVATION  <img alt="" height="189" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ARosen_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Adam Rosen, PsyD, Director Counseling Services, Midtown Manhattan, with the 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Innovation. The award recognizes individuals who have instituted or championed something new that has had a positive impact on the success of Berkeley College. Dr. Rosen is a resident of Tenafly in Bergen County, NJ. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Dr. Rosen; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ARosen_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ARosen_121213.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes Tenafly Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in InnovationPress Release136864Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES LYNDHURST RESIDENT WITH 2013 STUDENT-CENTERED ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD <img alt="" height="297" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_TMatusik_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Tara Matusik, Academic Advisor, Advising, Woodbridge, with the 2013 Student-Centered Associate of the Year Award. The award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to serve Berkeley College students. Ms. Matusik is a resident of Lyndhurst in Bergen County, NJ. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Matusik; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.  - end – To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_TMatusik_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_TMatusik_121213.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Recognizes Lyndhurst Resident with 2013 Student-Centered Associate of the Year AwardPress Release136863Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES ASSOCIATES WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN TEAMWORK  <img alt="" height="165" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_MReganPStabile_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Matthew Regan, Information Literacy Coordinator, Library; and Patianne Stabile, Director, Writing Center, Academic Support, Midtown Manhattan, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Associate of the Year Award in Teamwork. The award recognizes groups that work cooperatively and supportively with others to attain team goals. Mr. Regan is a resident of Pompton Plains in Morris County, NJ, and Ms. Stabile is a resident of Yonkers, NY. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Mr. Reagan; Ms. Stabile; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end –   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_MReganPStabile_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_MReganPStabile_121213.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes Associates with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in TeamworkPress Release136862Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES MAYWOOD RESIDENT WITH  2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN INNOVATION  <img alt="" height="189" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_APiekart_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Amanda Piekart, Information Literacy Instructional Designer, Library, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Associate of the Year Award in Innovation. The award recognizes individuals who have instituted or championed something new that has had a positive impact on the success of Berkeley College. Ms. Piekart is a resident of Maywood in Bergen County, NJ. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Piekart; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_APiekart_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LIB_APiekart_121213.jpg</a>   000Berkeley College Recognizes Maywood Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in InnovationPress Release136861Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES DANBURY RESIDENT WITH 2013 STUDENT-CENTERED ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="219" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_SShabazz_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Sherrille Shabazz, Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Brooklyn, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Student-Centered Associate of the Year Award. The award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to serve Berkeley College students. Ms. Shabazz is a resident of Danbury, CT. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Shabazz; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.  - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_SShabazz_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_SShabazz_121213.jpg</a> 000Berkeley College Recognizes Danbury Resident with 2013 Student-Centered Associate of the Year AwardPress Release136860Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2013201312/13/2013201312/13/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY,  DECEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES NORTH ARLINGTON RESIDENT WITH 2013 ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD IN CUSTOMER SERVICE <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="184" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ADV_RMineros_121213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently recognized Rosemary Mineros, Census Coordinator, Advising, with the 2013 Honorable Mention Associate of the Year Award in Customer Service. The award recognizes an individual who shows personal responsibility and daily effort through their work. Ms. Mineros is a resident of North Arlington in Bergen County, NJ. Left to right are Randy B. Luing, President, BES Inc.; Ms. Mineros; and Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President, Human Resources.    - end -   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ADV_RMineros_121213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ADV_RMineros_121213.jpg</a>     000Berkeley College Recognizes North Arlington Resident with 2013 Associate of the Year Award in Customer ServicePress Release136788Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/3/2013201312/3/2013201312/3/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS SECAUCUS RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES <img alt="" height="165" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Sanchez_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Carlos Sanchez, CST, Faculty, Surgical Technologist and Surgical Processing Technician, with the 2013 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the School of Health Studies. Mr. Sanchez, a resident of Secaucus in Hudson County, NJ, is a Petty Officer 1st Class and a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Navy Reserves. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Joseph Charleman, CST, CRCST, LPN, Chair, Surgical Technologist and Surgical Processing Technician, School of Health Studies; Mr. Sanchez; and Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, School of Health Studies. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Sanchez_110713.jpg <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Honors Secaucus Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, School of Health StudiesPress Release136778Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/29/2013201311/29/2013201311/29/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION  Berkeley College recently recognized Howard Gosman with the 2013 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award in Developmental Education. Mr. Gosman is a resident of Manhattan, NY.   The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, Developmental EducationPress Release136774Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/27/2013201311/27/2013201311/27/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES JOIN WITH WHITE PLAINS YOUTH BUREAU TO COLLECT FOOD FOR LOCAL FAMILIES <img alt="" height="224" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_WhitePlainsYouthBureau_112013.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates in White Plains recently collaborated with the White Plains Youth Bureau to collect food for local families in need. Ana Yee, Berkeley College Career Services Counselor, White Plains, has partnered with the bureau for two years and was happy to have another chance to help those in the community. Pictured left to right are Berkeley College associates James Leftwich, Library Director; Mika Woody, Financial Aid Administrator; Matthew El Sabry, Student Accounts Administrator; Ms. Yee; Janice Ramsey, Administrative Assistant, Admissions; Joanne Mazzullo, Administrative Assistant, Admissions; Alquena Reed, Academic Advisor; Charles Stott, Career Services Counselor; and Frank Williams, Executive Director, White Plains Youth Bureau. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_WhitePlainsYouthBureau_112013.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_WhitePlainsYouthBureau_112013.jpg</a>    -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Associates Join With White Plains Youth Bureau to Collect Food for Local FamiliesPress Release136770Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/27/2013201311/27/2013201311/27/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES DECEMBER EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  December 14              Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: December 5 Berkeley College will host a free Fashion Seminar at 6:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: December 14              Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn: December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43st Street, New York: December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  December 14             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. December 14             Berkeley College will host an online Immediate Decision and Scholarship Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, send e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                    - end - <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:25.4%;">      </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="clear:both;">  </div>          000Berkeley College Announces December EventsPress Release136766Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/27/2013201311/27/2013201311/27/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="183" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_David_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Rabbi Jo David, Faculty, Humanities and Social Sciences, with the 2013 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Rabbi David a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Ralph Peters, PhD, Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts; Rabbi David; and Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, School of Liberal Arts.   - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_David_110713.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_David_110713.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release136751Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/26/2013201311/26/2013201311/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="182" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Karakas_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Lisa Karakas, Faculty, English, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Ms. Karakas is a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. During the awards ceremony, Ms. Karakas also performed as a member of the Berkeley College faculty band The Liberal Artists. Left to right are Ms. Karakas and Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, School of Liberal Arts. - end - To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Karakas_110713.jpg 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release136750Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/26/2013201311/26/2013201311/26/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BRIAN MAHER APPOINTED VICE PRESIDENT OF CAREER SERVICES FOR BERKELEY COLLEGE </h1>   Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, recently announced the appointment of Brian Maher to the position of Vice President of Career Services.   In this role, Mr. Maher will be responsible for providing leadership, vision and support to the Career Services staff at all Berkeley College locations.  “Career Services is a natural progression for Mr. Maher given his experience and his track record at impacting student success at Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. Mr. Maher had assumed the role of Interim Vice President, Career Services, earlier this year, and he serves on the Berkeley College Board of Trustees Task Force for Career Services.  He previously served Berkeley College as Director of Athletics for five years.  During that time, Mr. Maher expanded the number of intercollegiate athletic programs offered at Berkeley College from two to 11, and the number of intercollegiate matchups from 27 to more than 140 per year.  Mr. Maher also oversaw eight conference championships by Berkeley College teams, led the College’s membership in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, and served as President of both the Hudson Valley Men’s and Women’s Athletic conferences. Prior positions Mr. Maher held at Berkeley College include Director of Student Development and Campus Life at the Woodland Park location, and Director of Alumni Relations.  Mr. Maher holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Le Moyne College, Syracuse, NY.  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="230" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Brian_Maher.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo caption:  Brian Maher has been appointed Vice President, Career Services, for Berkeley College. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Brian_Maher.jpg%0d">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Brian_Maher.jpg</a> ###   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>  000Brian Maher Appointed Vice President of Career Services for Berkeley CollegePress Release136747Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE IN CLIFTON DONATES THANKSGIVING ITEMS TO THOSE IN NEED  <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_FoodDrive_112213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College in Clifton recently collected Thanksgiving items for individuals in need in the local community. Left to right are students Sandra Acosta of Lodi, Angela Cabrera of Prospect Park, Maria Mora of Union City, Pricila Lopez of Passaic and Laura Amendano of Hackensack; Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Clifton and Dover; and student Michelle Gonzalez of Paterson. - end -  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_FoodDrive_112213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_FoodDrive_112213.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College in Clifton Donates Thanksgiving Items to Those in NeedPress Release136714Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MASSAPEQUA RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION <img alt="" height="152" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Esteves_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Antoinette Esteves with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in Developmental Education. Ms. Esteves is a resident of Massapequa in Nassau County, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Provost; Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman; Ms. Esteves; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; and Gerald Iacullo, Dean, Academic Support and Pre-College Programming. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Esteves_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Massapequa Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, Developmental EducationPress Release136713Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS JACKSON RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="169" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Monaghan_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Barbara Monaghan, Faculty, English, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Ms. Monaghan is a resident of Jackson in Ocean County, NJ. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, School of Liberal Arts; Ms. Monaghan; and Carol Smith, Assistant Provost, Online. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Monaghan_110713.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Monaghan_110713.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Jackson Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release136712Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS WHITE PLAINS PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSIONER WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="140" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Chong_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored David E. Chong, Faculty, Criminal Justice, with the 2013 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Mr. Chong is the Commissioner of Public Safety and a resident of White Plains in Westchester County, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Leon Geter, DM, Chair, Criminal Justice, School of Professional Studies; and Commissioner Chong. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Chong_110713.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Chong_110713.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Honors White Plains Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release136711Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="168" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Olivieri_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Richard Olivieri, JD, Faculty, Legal Studies, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Mr. Olivieri is a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Mr. Olivieri and Carol Smith, Assistant Provost, Online. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Olivieri_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release136710Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS BELLMORE RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="179" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Husserl_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Kenneth Husserl, JD, Faculty, Legal Studies, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Mr. Husserl is a resident of Bellmore in Nassau County, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Mr. Husserl and Marisol Abuin, JD, Chair, Legal Studies, School of Professional Studies. To read more about Mr. Husserl, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/kenneth_husserl.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/kenneth_husserl.htm</a> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Husserl_110713.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Husserl_110713.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Bellmore Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release136709Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS VERONA RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES <img alt="" height="194" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Sidrak_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored George Sidrak, RMA, CCMA, CBCS, Faculty, Medical Assistant, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the School of Health Studies. Mr. Sidrak is a resident of Verona in Essex County, NJ. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Mr. Sidrak and Sheila Dynan, DMH, Dean, School of Health Studies. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Sidrak_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Verona Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Health StudiesPress Release136708Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS <img alt="" height="181" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Cuzzi_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Frank Cuzzi, Faculty, Marketing, with the 2013 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Mr. Cuzzi is a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Mary Wagner, PhD, Interim Chair, Marketing, Larry L. Luing School of Business; Mr. Cuzzi; and Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Cuzzi_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release136707Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS HILLSDALE RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS <img alt="" height="174" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Butensky_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Myra Butensky, Faculty, Fashion, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Ms. Butensky is a resident of Hillsdale in Bergen County, NJ. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Carol Smith, Assistant Provost, Online; Ms. Butensky; and Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Butensky_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Hillsdale Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release136706Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS BROOKLYN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS <img alt="" height="188" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Erickson_110713.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Lance Erickson, PhD, Faculty, Marketing, with the 2013 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Dr. Erickson is a resident of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Dr. Erickson and Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_FacYr_Erickson_110713.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Brooklyn Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release136705Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2013201311/25/2013201311/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM NEWARK GIVES PRESENTATION ABOUT SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS AT RUTGERS BUSINESS SCHOOL <img alt="" height="254" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nicole_Singletary.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Nicole Singletary recently gave a presentation at the Rutgers Business School in Newark about sustainable neighborhoods and the work she spearheads in the Essex County community. During her presentation, Ms. Singletary spoke about combatting violence with grassroots activism, increasing community programs in Newark schools and supporting an urban farming initiative. Ms. Singletary is Founder and Executive Director of ITV It Takes a Village, Inc., a community-based nonprofit that seeks to reintegrate non-violent offenders positively into society. Ms. Singletary, a resident of Newark, is pursuing a BS in Management – Entrepreneurship at Berkeley College. She is a member of the Sigma Beta Delta and Alpha Sigma Lambda honor societies, is active in the Student Government Association, and has been named to the Berkeley College President’s List, which recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 4.00. The presentation was sponsored by TEDxBroadStreet, an independently organized TED event advocating the power of ideas. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nicole_Singletary.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nicole_Singletary.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Newark Gives Presentation about Sustainable NeighborhoodsPress Release136696Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/22/2013201311/22/2013201311/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE DIRECTOR RECEIVES TRIBUTE TO WOMEN AWARD FROM BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, PATRIOTS’ PATH COUNCIL <img alt="" height="230" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Shelly_Nice3.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption: Shelly Nice Schumacher, Berkeley College Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, receives a Tribute to Women Award from the Patriots’ Path Council, Boy Scouts of America, at the 2013 Tribute to Women Award Luncheon held November 15 at the Morris County Golf Club in Morristown, NJ. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Boy Scouts Youth Protection Program. Besides her involvement in academia, Ms. Nice Schumacher volunteers at Seaton Hackney Stables in Morristown, where she started the Petite Equestrian Program for toddlers, geared to build and enhance confidence, balance and coordination as well as social skills while working with size-appropriate ponies.  She is well known for writing best-selling Amish Christian romances under the pen name Sarah Price. Today, she focuses on raising anti-bullying awareness by speaking at schools and online about the long-term impacts of bullying on both children and adults. Ms. Nice Schumacher also runs Pink Umbrellas, a social media platform she created to inspire those diagnosed with life-threatening diseases to remain positive and upbeat during and after their treatments.  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Shelly_Nice3.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Shelly_Nice3.jpg</a>. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Director Receives Tribute to Women AwardPress Release136681Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/22/2013201311/22/2013201311/22/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE TELEVISION COMMERCIALS WIN MARCOM PLATINUM AWARD Berkeley College is proud to announce it has received the 2013 MarCom Platinum Award for its recent television campaign. According to the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals, which administers the award, approximately 6,500 entries worldwide competed for recognition in various categories. The Platinum Award places Berkeley College in the highest category for marketing communications effectiveness. Competitive entries were submitted by renowned media organizations, public relations and advertising agencies, and the corporate marketing and communications departments of major firms and Fortune 50 companies.  The award honors the current Berkeley College television campaign, consisting of commercials titled “Successful Careers” and “What’s in the Name.” “Successful Careers” highlights Berkeley College alumni who are leaders and excel in various fields, including in the marketing, financial and nonprofit sectors. “What’s in the Name” addresses the valuable relationships Berkeley College Career Counselors have developed and maintain with such organizations as Pfizer, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and the Legal Aid Society, to name a few. These contacts build opportunities for internships and placements, giving Berkeley College students an edge in a competitive job market. To view the Berkeley College award-winning campaign, visit the following links: “Successful Careers” <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYoqerOfAcI">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYoqerOfAcI</a> “What’s in the Name” <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iZA8c1OUuw">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iZA8c1OUuw</a> A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> 000Berkeley College Television Campaign Wins MarCom Platinum AwardPress Release136644Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/21/2013201311/21/2013201311/21/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HOSTS OPERATION SHOEBOX PACKING EVENT  TO BENEFIT U.S. MILITARY PERSONNEL SERVING OVERSEAS  <img alt="" height="138" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_OperationShoebox_102813.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently hosted an Operation Shoebox packing event at VFW Post 809 in Little Ferry, NJ. Berkeley College associates and students recruited volunteers, conducted fundraisers, sold raffle tickets and helped pack boxes of supplies to be shipped to U.S. military personnel serving overseas. Pictured left to right are Berkeley College students Jonathan Melo of Cliffside Park; Angelica Grullon of Paterson; Fatima Donaire-Perez of Rochelle Park; Danny Gould of Wayne; Margaret Wiktorwski of Garfield; Violeta Gonzalez of Bergenfield; and Jermaine Bartow of Union; Joanne Davis, Berkeley College, Faculty, Practical Nurse and Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, School of Health Studies; Michael Grasso of Bloomingdale, community volunteer; and Nicole Turnbull, Berkeley College Director of Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park and Paramus.   To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_OperationShoebox_102813.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_OperationShoebox_102813.jpg</a> - end - 000Berkeley College Hosts Operation Shoebox Packing Event to Benefit U.S. Military Personnel OverseasPress Release136641Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/21/2013201311/21/2013201311/21/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETES RECEIVE HVIAC AND USCAA HONORS Berkeley College is proud to announce that athletes have received honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s soccer. The athletes attend Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY. “May I be the first to congratulate these student-athletes on their accolades,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “Their individual accomplishments have contributed to the overall success of our Men’s Soccer Team at Berkeley College.” The following athletes were recognized: - Dare Aniyikaye was named to the All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team and received USCAA Honorable Mention All-American honors. Mr. Aniyikaye is a senior forward from Brooklyn in Kings County, NY. He was named HVIAC Player of the Week for the week of October 15. - Ulises Bravo was named to the All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team. Mr. Bravo is a senior defender from Manhattan, NY. He is a returning player who has contributed to the continued success of the Berkeley College soccer program. - Joachim Moe received USCAA All-Academic honors. Mr. Moe is a senior defender from Trondheim in Norway. He is a returning player who has contributed to the continued success of the Berkeley College soccer program. - Abdelwahab Mohamed was named to the All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team. Mr. Mohamed is a senior midfielder from Brooklyn in Kings County, NY. He was named HVIAC Player of the Week for the weeks of September 10 and October 1. He led the conference in both goals and assists — the first time a player has led the HVIAC in both categories. - Camilo Montes was named to both the All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team and the USCAA National Tournament All-Tournament Team. Mr. Montes is a senior goalie from Corona in Queens, NY. He was named HVIAC Player of the Week for the week of September 4. He also was named to the HVIAC Honor Roll for the week of October 8. - Haakon Schjelderup was named to the All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team and received USCAA Second Team All-American honors. Mr. Schjelderup is a freshman defender from Kolvereid in Norway and Manhattan, NY. He was named HVIAC Rookie of the Week for the week of October 21. He also was named to the HVIAC Honor Roll for the weeks of September 4 and October 1. Stavros Zomopoulos, Berkeley College Head Coach, Men’s Soccer, New York, was named HVIAC Coach of the Year, after leading the Knights to an undefeated record in HVIAC play. In total, the HVIAC recognized 19 men for outstanding play throughout the season. The All-HVIAC Men’s Soccer Team and HVIAC Coach of the Year are selected by the conference’s coaches. The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Athletes Receive HVIAC and USCAA HonorsPress Release136640Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/20/2013201311/20/2013201311/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETES NAMED TO ALL-HVIAC WOMEN’S SOCCER TEAM  Berkeley College is proud to announce that two athletes have been named to the All-HVIAC Women’s Soccer Team by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC). The athletes attend Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY.   “May I be the first to congratulate these student-athletes on their accolades,” said Andy DeStephano, Berkeley College Director of Athletics. “Their individual accomplishments have contributed to the overall success of our Women’s Soccer Team at Berkeley College.”    The following athletes were recognized:  - Briana Ortega is a sophomore defender from Manhattan, NY. Ms. Ortega is a returning player who has contributed to the continued success of the Berkeley College soccer program.  - Wendy Valladares is a sophomore central midfielder from central Bronx, NY. Ms. Valladares was named to the HVIAC Honor Roll in October. In total, the HVIAC recognized 18 women for outstanding play throughout the season. The All-HVIAC Women’s Soccer Team is selected by the conference’s coaches. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>     000Berkeley College Athletes Named to All-HVIAC Women's Soccer TeamPress Release136565Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/18/2013201311/18/2013201311/18/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS WOLFGANG HINCK, PhD, AS DEAN, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS   Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, as Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. In this role, Dr. Hinck will maintain the strong academic standards of Berkeley College and oversee the hiring of business faculty who bring a combination of advanced degrees and years of practical corporate experience into their classrooms. He also will work with other deans to provide the comprehensive and supportive academic environment for which Berkeley College is known. “Dr. Hinck has a high level of energy and is deeply passionate about empowering students to achieve professional and personal goals,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “In addition, he has years of outstanding teaching and academic leadership experience that will serve him well in his new position.” Dr. Hinck joined Berkeley College in 2010 as a member of the faculty in the Marketing Department. He was promoted to Associate Chair, Marketing, later that year and to Chair, Marketing, in 2012. Dr. Hinck has served as Interim Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business, since the start of the Summer 2013 Quarter. In addition, Dr. Hinck has served on a number of committees at Berkeley College, including the College Marketing Program Review Team; the Faculty Affairs Committee; and the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Professional Development Committee. Dr. Hinck is a recipient of the Berkeley College 2011 Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of Business.  Prior to joining Berkeley College, Dr. Hinck was a marketing faculty member at Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA.  His professional marketing background consists of full-time and/or consulting assignments with several German, French, English, Irish, Mexican, and U.S. organizations. He holds a PhD in International Business and Marketing and an MBA from the University of Texas-Pan American, Edinburg, TX; and a BBA in Marketing from the Fachhochschule Nordostniedersachsen, Luneburg, Germany. Dr. Hinck also graduated with a National Diploma in Business Studies from the Austin Waldron Regional Technical College, Carlow, Ireland. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="381" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WolfgangHinck.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, has been appointed Berkeley College Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WolfgangHinck.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WolfgangHinck.jpg</a>   -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Appoints Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, as Dean, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release136557Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/15/2013201311/15/2013201311/15/20132013 Berkeley College Online Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> Berkeley College Recognizes National Distance Learning Week While Celebrating 15 Years of Innovative Teaching and Learning -- Debunks Myths about Online Learning and Teaching This week, as institutions nationwide celebrate National Distance Learning Week (November 11 - 15), Berkeley College celebrates its 15th year of innovative online learning and teaching. Enrollment in the online program at Berkeley College has grown from 49 students in 2003 to 1,107 students pursuing online degrees in the Fall 2013 Quarter. In addition, more than 2,600 students are taking at least one online course this fall.  “Our online students welcome a high-touch learning environment that provides the flexibility they need to successfully and smoothly juggle family responsibilities, work, and the pursuit of a college education,” said Carol Smith, Berkeley College Assistant Provost, Online. When it comes to distance learning, not all colleges are created equal. The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) awarded USDLA/Quality Standards (QS) certification of excellence to Berkeley College Online in June 2013, establishing Berkeley College as one of only a handful to achieve this status worldwide. This award places Berkeley College Online among an elite group of institutions recognized for excellence in distance learning. Berkeley College Online Debunks Popular Myths about Online Learning A steady growth in online learning is not only evident at Berkeley College. A 2012 Survey of Online Learning conducted by the <a href="http://www.babson.edu/news-events/babson-news/pages/130107-2012-survey-of-online-learning-results.aspx">Babson Survey Research Group and the College Board</a> revealed that the number of students in the United States taking at least one online course had surpassed 6.7 million. Yet, despite its growing popularity, there are still common myths about the validity of distance learning.  Myth 1: Undergraduate students do not have the skill set or discipline to handle the rigor of appropriately built online classes. Fact: Reputable institutions using best practices will evaluate a student’s skill set before enrolling him/her into an online program. “At Berkeley College, the Road to Success in Online Learning workshop is a prerequisite to registering for online courses,” Ms. Smith said. “It is designed to evaluate and determine students’ motivation, commitment and ability to function effectively in an online environment. Students who do not pass this course cannot enroll in the College’s online program.” Myth 2: Faculty who teach online courses are not subject to the same kind of teaching evaluation as those who teach face-to-face courses. Fact: At many reputable institutions, faculty members who teach online also teach courses on-site. This is the case at Berkeley College. Furthermore, at Berkeley College, the Online Faculty Training Program is a robust, quarter-long workshop, developed for faculty who endeavor to teach online. “Our online courses are taught by credentialed content experts who bring real-life scenarios into the online classroom environment,” Ms. Smith said. “Course instruction includes a mix of multimedia and text-based lectures, discussion and various assignments to encourage student engagement, participation and learning.” Myth 3: You can deliver content online, but it’s impossible to be charismatic, capturing or inspiring. Fact: Online courses can be just as inspirational as on-site courses. This is true at Berkeley College, where the diverse student body greatly enriches the learning experience. For example, in an online Sociology course, students were assigned an oral history project. Participants in that course heard about experiences of one mother who lived through the 35-year civil war in Guatemala and another who lived in South Korea during the Korean War. In the northeast region of the U.S., one grandparent spoke about the Newark riots in the 1960s, while another shared stories about living in the South during racial segregation. “Students in this course become empathetic listeners, and for maybe the first time ever, they let a family member tell their story,” said Marilyn Frasier, PhD, Berkeley College Online Chair, School of Liberal Arts, who teaches the Sociology course. “The impact of that story transforms not only the student who is doing the interview, but also the other students in the classroom who hear that story.” To learn how online students have been inspired by Dr. Frasier’s course, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/80th/3660.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/80th/3660.htm</a> Myth 4: You cannot receive the same level of education in an online environment as you can on-site. Fact: Accredited online programs are subject to the same rigorous standards as on-site programs. Berkeley College Online is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. In addition, Berkeley College Online is one of only a handful of institutions worldwide to receive USDLA/QS certification for excellence in distance learning. Myth 5: Online students don’t have access to faculty or support services. Fact: Berkeley College Online students can email faculty at any time, and they have additional access to instructors through discussion groups established for individual courses. In addition, distance learners at Berkeley College have access to the same support services as on-site students, including Advisement, the Academic Support Center and Career Services. Myth 6: Online students miss out on peer interaction. Fact: Engaged online students benefit from more interaction with faculty and other students. “In a traditional classroom there is not enough time to get input during discussion from every student, whereas in the online world, everyone has a say. Input is written, but everyone has a voice,” Ms. Smith said. Eric DeJonge, who transferred from a community college to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Management through Berkeley College Online, doesn’t feel as though he missed out on the classroom experience as a distance learner.   “I actually found that pursuing my degree online was more rewarding," said Mr. DeJonge, who graduated in 2009. “A greater number of students participated in online discussions and that made the discussions more interesting.” Myth 7: Online students miss out on a sense of college community. Fact: Berkeley College Online campus life experiences include social media engagement, wellness and personal development programs and virtual workshops that focus on student success. Distance learners also can participate in numerous online clubs, including a book club, the Healthy Café, the Parent Club or the Student Government Association. “Other online students provide a great support system. No matter what time you log on you are almost always likely to get in touch with other students,” said Ladilvia “Sabrina” Lee, a mom who took most of her courses as an active-duty Marine stationed in Japan, and graduated in June 2013 with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. “I connected with other students who had children and they were a wonderful support as I pursued my degree.” For a list of Berkeley College Online Fast Facts, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/8427.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/8427.htm</a>                                                                                                                        - END - 000Berkeley College Online Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation -- Debunks MythsPress Release136548Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/15/2013201311/15/2013201311/15/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES BUSINESS SEMINAR     REVISED NOTICE:   The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 16 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar from 10:00 to 2:00 pm.  With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:25.0%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> - end -        000Berkeley College Announces Business SeminarPress Release136546Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/14/2013201311/14/2013201311/14/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>             COMMUNITY DISCUSSES RESULTS AT 12TH ANNUAL POST-ELECTION ANALYSIS EVENT SPONSORED BY BERKELEY COLLEGE <img alt="" height="169" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_Postelection_110613.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College sponsored the 12th Annual Post-Election Analysis and Networking Event held recently at The Brownstone in Paterson, NJ.  Event speakers were (L to R) Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board, Berkeley College; John Galandak, President, Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ); Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, Berkeley College; Roger Bodman, Esq., Senior Partner, Public Strategies Impact; and Bill Maer, Esq., Partner, Public Strategies Impact.  Mr. Galandak currently leads CIANJ, and works to make New Jersey a better state in which to live, work and conduct business. He opened the event by providing an overview of the election turnout.  Mr. Bodman and Mr. Maer discussed the fact that Gov. Chris Christie won easily, while the Democrats retained their majority in both houses of the state legislature. They talked about political strategies that led to the election results and low voter turnout concerns. Mr. Bodman has appeared as a political commentator for NJTV for more than 20 years. He managed former Gov. Tom Kean’s successful 1981 campaign for Governor and served as State Commissioner of Transportation and State Commissioner of Labor. Mr. Maer served as an Aide to former Gov. James Florio and as Chief of Staff to U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransDayParade_111113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_Postelection_110613.jpg</a> -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Community Discusses Results at 12th Annual Post-Election Analysis Event Sponsored by Berkeley CollegePress Release136522Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2013201311/13/2013201311/13/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERANS AND ASSOCIATES MARCH IN NEW YORK CITY VETERANS DAY PARADE <img alt="" height="155" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransDayParade_111113.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Members of the Berkeley College community, including student veterans from the Newark, Midtown Manhattan and Woodland Park locations, marched in the 2013 New York City Veterans Day Parade. Before the parade, the College organized a breakfast for participants and their families. Berkeley College serves approximately 500 military and veteran students in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online. The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard, the Army and the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs has received several awards for its support of military students, including being named a Best For Vets College by Military Times magazine; a Top Military-Friendly College by Military Advanced Education magazine; and a Military Friendly School by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, Military Spouse and Vetrepreneur magazines.  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransDayParade_111113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_VeteransDayParade_111113.jpg</a>  - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Student Veterans and Associates March in New York City Veterans Day ParadePress Release136518Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2013201311/13/2013201311/13/20132013 Berkeley College Online Promotes National Distance Learning Week   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE PROMOTES NATIONAL DISTANCE LEARNING WEEK <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_TODAYshow_111213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ONL_TODAYshow_111213.jpg NEW YORK, NY - Outside the TODAY show studios this morning at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City the eager Berkeley College Online community stood, decked out in their blue-with-white imprinted sweatshirts.  They carried global beach balls and held high a banner that read: Berkeley College Online Celebrates National Distance Learning Week.  Their early morning efforts were rewarded when Al Roker, NBC Weatherman, asked Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online, what it was all about. “We’re celebrating National Distance Learning Week,” shouted Ms. Goldstein. The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) awarded USDLA/Quality Standards (QS) certification to Berkeley College Online™ in June, 2013. As Berkeley College is one of the first colleges or universities worldwide to receive USDLA/QS certification, this places Berkeley College Online among an elite group of institutions recognized for excellence in distance learning. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Online Promotes National Distance Learning WeekPress Release136511Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/8/2013201311/12/2013201311/12/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE DEDICATES DONALD M. PAYNE, SR. LIBRARY On the same day former Newark Mayor Cory Booker was sworn in as U.S. Senator to the seat in Congress that he won in a Special Election held earlier in October, Newark’s Acting Mayor, Luis Quintana, along with 200 legislators, dignitaries, family and friends, gathered at Berkeley College in Newark. Those attending celebrated the lifelong legacy of the first African-American Congressman from New Jersey – disciplined teacher, mentor and humanitarian Donald M. Payne, Sr. – with the naming and dedication of the Donald M. Payne, Sr., Library at Berkeley College in Newark. Many of the legislators knew Congressman Payne, Sr. personally, and with fond memories, spoke at the ceremony. They described Congressman Payne, Sr. as a humble and determined man who succeeded at overcoming odds and bettering himself. And he strongly encouraged others to do the same. “Donald insisted the downtown Y be integrated,” said his brother, William Payne. “He wanted the best for his students. He would drive students who lived in public housing to colleges and insist they change their lives around.” “It is so fitting for the library to be the place that remembers the life and leadership of Donald Payne, Sr.,” said New Jersey Senator Ronald Rice, who knew him since the mid-1950s. “He was a man who represented the work of true public officials. He stood for true change to make education accessible for everyone, and he led with conviction.” “We were very fortunate to have Donald Payne deliver the Commencement Address in April 2011,” said Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman. “Everyone in attendance learned of the obstacles he had to overcome to earn a college degree. In recognition of Donald Payne’s years of distinguished service as a teacher, a business executive, and an official elected to city, county and national offices, as well as his advocacy for access to an affordable education for those who wish to pursue higher education, Berkeley College awarded him an honorary doctorate. Now, this Berkeley College Library, which is the second home for many of our students who have benefitted from grants and scholarships and access to higher education, will be known as the Donald M. Payne, Sr. Library.” “The library is the heart and soul of the institution,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “It is a safe haven where information, culture, history, research and learning converge. Today, Berkeley College dedicates the Donald M. Payne, Sr. Library, a fitting tribute for a man who left a global legacy of humanity and a love for education.” New Jersey Assembly House Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver recalled a story about her family’s move from East Orange to Newark in the early 1960s and the first time she greeted Donald Payne, Sr. at her family’s front door. As president of the block association, Donald Payne, Sr. had come to ask her father to trim the hedges around the house, because they were too high to see clearly around the corner. Speaking via digital video transmission from behind his desk in Washington, D.C., Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. expressed the honor he and his family felt about this special occasion. Although he wanted to be present for the Library dedication, he had to be in Washington, representing the 10th Congressional District, as his father did before him. The late Congressman’s daughter, Wanda Payne, took a break from her work as a preschool teacher to attend the ceremony on her lunch hour. She gratefully and emotionally thanked Berkeley College and those present for this honor bestowed upon her father. The legacy of his life and his sense of community now live on at the Donald M. Payne, Sr. Berkeley College Library in Newark. Beyond the carefully etched letters of his name on the glass by the Library’s doors, and the large hand-painted portrait of this distinguished man that graces the inviting, comfortable and modern space where students are actively engaged, memorabilia recall his life. Born July 16, 1934 to William Evander and Norma (Garrett) Payne, he grew up in a working-class area characterized by a sense of neighborhood and mutual dependence. He earned a BA degree from Seton Hall University in 1957 and went on to graduate studies. In 1958 he married Hazel Johnson, whose death in 1963 left him to care for their two preschool age children, Donald Milford, Jr. and Wanda. A dedicated educator, Donald Payne, Sr. taught at South Side High School, Robert Treat Junior High School in Newark, and Pulaski Elementary School in Passaic, NJ. His work with the Young Men’s Christian Association, which began in 1964, involved organizing self-help projects that brought together local youngsters, including street gang members, and adult volunteers. Eventually, he served as the organization’s first African-American national president and as chairman of its Refugee and Rehabilitation Committee, a position that involved travel to more than 80 countries. Donald Payne, Sr. served in Congress until his death in 2012. <img alt="" height="176" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/portraitunveiling.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo A: As Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman, unveils the hand-painted portrait in the Donald M. Payne, Sr. Library at Berkeley College in Newark, distinguished guests (left to right) Dario A. Cortes, President of Berkeley College; W. Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark; William Payne, brother of Donald Payne, Sr.; and Sheila Y. Oliver, New Jersey Assembly House Speaker, share the honor. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/portraitunveiling.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/portraitunveiling.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="188" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/senatorsrice-ruizpresent.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo B: New Jersey Senator Ron Rice, 28th Legislative District, and Senator M. Teresa Ruiz, 29th District (far right), present the New Jersey State Assembly’s acknowledgments at the dedication of the late Donald M. Payne, Sr. Library at Berkeley College in Newark. Joining them are (left to right) Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman; W. Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark; and Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Relations. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/senatorsrice-ruizpresent.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/senatorsrice-ruizpresent.jpg</a>   - end -       <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Dedicates Donald M. Payne, Sr. LibraryPress Release136489Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/8/2013201311/8/2013201311/8/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE ANNOUNCES MILITARY VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE FOR NOVEMBER November 13 Berkeley College will host a Military Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm for military on active duty. The event offers all interested active duty military information about online degree programs. Transfer students can learn about transfer opportunities. The Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs operates several Veterans Resource Centers in New York and New Jersey.  They assist active military students and student-veterans with a wide variety of issues and topics, including counseling on GI Bill educational benefits and assistance with Basic Allowance for Housing payments.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                          - end -         <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" height="47" width="906"> <tbody> <tr> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   000Berkeley College Online Announces Military Virtual Open House for NovemberPress Release136460Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/6/2013201311/6/2013201311/6/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK IN BATTERY PARK <img alt="" height="165" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OutoftheDarknessRT_10.27.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the Out of the Darkness Walk in Battery Park, NYC, to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Annual AFSP walks take place throughout the country and raise awareness about depression and suicide, and provide comfort and assistance to those who have lost someone to suicide. As part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students are encouraged to give back to the community by assisting charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Participating in the walk (left to right) are Berkeley College students Kimberly Leger of Central Islip, NY; Cristina Feilz of Brooklyn, NY; Jessica Rienzi of Garfield, NJ; Hawa Bah of the Bronx, NY; Marielena Moreno of Jackson Heights in Queens, NY; Bethzaida Torres of the Bronx, NY; Erika Hidalgo of Woodside in Queens, NY; and Carlton Harris of Jamaica in Queens, NY; Melissa Vidam, Berkeley College Director, Multicultural and Community Affairs, NYC; and Nedjyne Levy, Berkeley College Personal Counselor, Brooklyn, NY. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OutoftheDarknessRT_10.27.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_OutoftheDarknessRT_10.27.13.jpg</a>   -end-   000Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in Out of the Darkness Walk in Battery ParkPress Release136440Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/4/2013201311/4/2013201311/4/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE BOARD CHAIRMAN RECEIVES LEADERSHIP AWARD FROM COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CO_CIANJAward_102513.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman, receives the Chairman’s Outstanding Leadership Award from John Galandak, President, Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and Tracy Straka, Chairman of the Board, CIANJ. The award recognizes the leadership of Mr. Luing as a member of the CIANJ Board of Directors and as Chairman of the Foundation for Free Enterprise. “In each position, his vision and ability to inspire others have advanced the organization to new heights, enhanced the value of membership and elevated the Association’s stature within the business community,” the plaque reads. Mr. Luing received the award on Friday, October 25, during the annual CIANJ luncheon. - end -  To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CO_CIANJAward_102513.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CO_CIANJAward_102513.jpg</a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Board Chairman Receives Leadership Award from Commerce and Industry Association of New JerseyPress Release136425Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/1/2013201311/1/2013201311/1/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 9              Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 13 Berkeley College will host a free Medical Assistant Seminar at 6:00 pm.   This informative seminar is designed to explain the important role medical assistants serve in healthcare facilities.  It gives details about the training needed to become a certified medical assistant.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: November 5 Berkeley College will host a free Marketing Communications Seminar at 6:00 pm. The seminar covers the program that trains graduates to work in areas such as social media strategy, market research, media planning, media buying, brand management, advertising, public relations and other functions involving communications. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 9              Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 9              Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 13             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 14 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar at 6:00 pm. With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge: November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 9           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 13             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: November 2 Berkeley College will host a free Graphic Design WordPress™ Workshop for adults from 9:00 am to noon.   Work hands-on with the WordPress software used to create websites and blogs. Get an overview of graphic design concepts.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 7 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 8 Berkeley College will host a free Interior Design Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to learn from Berkeley College faculty with professional experience and create your own hands-on design project.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. November 9             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 13 Berkeley College will host a free Interior Design Seminar for adults at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to learn from Berkeley College faculty with professional experience about how to prepare for real-world experience in interior design.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. November 23 Berkeley College will host a free Graphic Design Animation Workshop from 9:00 am to noon.   Ryan Seslow, a New York City based visual artist, independent curator, graphic designer and professor will present the workshop.  Learn to create simple and fun web-ready animations from your own artwork.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a>   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn: November 9             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 16 Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43st Street, New York: November 9             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  November 11 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 14 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar at 6:00 pm.  With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 9             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.        November 11 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Berkeley College will host a Fashion Workshop from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  The cost is $50.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> November 16 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar from at 6:00 pm.  With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a>   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. November 9             Berkeley College will host an online Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.                                                                                          - end -   000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release136416Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/31/2013201310/31/2013201310/31/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT DANGERS OF IMPAIRED DRIVING THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY SIMULATOR Berkeley College students recently had an opportunity to experience firsthand the dangers of impaired driving inside a car that simulates the effects of drinking or texting while driving. The program was hosted by the Office of Student Development and Campus Life and was presented by PEER Awareness, a company that provides entertainment focused on health and wellness.   The Aware-TXT virtual reality car put students in the driver’s seat of a stationary Ford Focus that simulated a delayed response time related to alcohol. Other students were asked to text a message while trying to stay on the road. The simulation ended when the students dramatically collided with various virtual obstacles including trees, other cars and pedestrians.   According to PEER Awareness, 37 percent of collisions in 2008 were directly caused by distracted driving. Texting while driving endangers drivers up to eight times more than alcohol. Following the simulator, students had an opportunity to take a pledge not to text and drive.   “Texting while driving is rapidly becoming one of the main causes of auto accidents in New Jersey and nationwide,” said Kevin Frey, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodbridge. “During the simulation, the students were amazed to see what could happen. Hopefully, this event will help our students make positive choices while driving.”   Gary Krulish, Berkeley College faculty member, School of Professional Studies, took students from his Introduction to Justice Studies class to the simulator. Though he said he hopes no student ever experiences a tragedy like the ones simulated, he hoped the experience would serve as a teaching tool.   “As an introductory course, we want them to experience different aspects of criminal justice, from policing to law enforcement to criminal liability,” Mr. Krulish said.   Berkeley College student Erick Munoz of Elizabeth said the program was especially beneficial to incoming students.   “Some students who are new to college may be tempted to drink and drive, but this teaches them what could happen,” he said.    A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,000 students — including more than 900 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingA_102213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" />   Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Nicole Duffy of North Brunswick gets in the driver’s seat of the Aware-TXT virtual reality car, which simulates a delayed response time related to alcohol. <img alt="" height="267" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingB_102213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College student Aliyah Storey of Perth Amboy tries to stay on the road while texting in the Aware-TXT virtual reality simulator.   - end - To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingA_102213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingA_102213.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingB_102213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_DistractedDrivingB_102213.jpg</a>   <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Students Learn About Dangers of Impaired Driving Through Virtual Reality SimulatorPress Release136407Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/30/2013201310/30/2013201310/30/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE IN WOODBRIDGE IS PREPARED ONE YEAR AFTER HURRICANE SANDY <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyA_102913.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption A (L to R): Katie Maricic, Berkeley College Reference/Instruction Librarian, and Bonnie Lafazan, Berkeley College Library Director, stand in the Berkeley College Library in Woodbridge. A year ago, Hurricane Sandy caused a nearby canal to overflow, flooding the entire lower level of the building. The library suffered water damage and lost books, computers and other equipment. Berkeley College in Woodbridge was closed for a week, and the lower level of the building was closed for nearly a month. <img alt="" height="276" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyB_102913.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" />  Photo Caption B: Jesse Warnick, Berkeley College Director, Buildings and Grounds, stands by the new generator outside Berkeley College in Woodbridge. A year ago, Hurricane Sandy caused a nearby canal to overflow, flooding the entire lower level of the building and causing a power outage for many days. Berkeley College in Woodbridge was closed for a week, and the lower level of the building was closed for nearly a month. The new generator will keep the sump pumps and server running in case of future outages. To view high-resolution versions of these photos, visit: <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyA_102913.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyA_102913.jpg</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyB_102913.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MDL_HurricaneSandyB_102913.jpg</a> - end -  000Berkeley College in Woodbridge is Prepared One Year After Hurricane SandyPress Release136406Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/30/2013201310/30/2013201310/30/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BRONX RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR IS AUTHOR OF NEW BOOK EXPLORING MUSIC OF THE TWILIGHT ZONE <img alt="" height="256" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RebaWissner2.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="225" /> Photo Caption: Reba Wissner, PhD, Berkeley College Faculty, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, and a resident of the Bronx, NY, is the author of A Dimension of Sound: The Music of The Twilight Zone (Pendragon Press, October 2013). The book focuses on the use of music within the 1960s hit television series The Twilight Zone, and explores how the music enhances and interacts with what viewers see and hear on the screen. Dr. Wissner is the author of several articles on 17th-century Venetian opera and Italian immigrant theater in New York City, and has presented on both topics at conferences throughout the United States and Europe. Dr. Wissner is the recipient of numerous grants, including a dissertation research grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. For more information on her new book, visit <a href="http://www.pendragonpress.com">http://www.pendragonpress.com</a> To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RebaWissner2.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RebaWissner2.jpg</a> -end-   000Bronx Resident and Berkeley College Instructor is Author of New Book Exploring Music of the Twilight ZonePress Release136380Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/25/2013201310/25/2013201310/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Haakon Schjelderup of Manhattan, NY, and Kolvereid, Norway, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Schjelderup attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan.   Mr. Schjelderup received the HVIAC honor during the week of October 21 for scoring the game-winning goals against The King’s College in Manhattan, NY, and SUNY College at Old Westbury in Old Westbury, NY. He was previously named to the HVIAC honor roll two times this season.   “We are extremely proud of Haakon for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -  <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Named Rookie of the Week by HVIACPress Release136379Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/25/2013201310/25/2013201310/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Dare Aniyikaye of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Aniyikaye attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Aniyikaye received the HVIAC honor during the week of October 15 for his performance in games against The City College of New York (CCNY) in Manhattan, NY, and the University of Maine – Fort Kent. He scored the game-winning goal against CCNY and the only goal for the Knights against the University of Maine – Fort Kent. “We are extremely proud of Dare for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVIACPress Release136378Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/25/2013201310/25/2013201310/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM CENTRAL BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore defender Wendy Valladares of the central Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for women’s soccer. Ms. Valladares attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Ms. Valladares was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of October 15 for her performance in a game against Yeshiva University in Manhattan, NY, during which she scored the game-winning goal. “We are extremely proud of Wendy for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Central Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136377Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/25/2013201310/25/2013201310/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM CORONA RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE   Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior goalie Camilo Montes of Corona in Queens, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Montes attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Montes was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of October 8 for his performance in a game against Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Albany, NY, during which he posted his second straight shutout and made two saves in the 2-0 victory. He was previously named HVIAC Player of the Week this season. “We are extremely proud of Camilo for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Corona Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136372Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/25/2013201310/25/2013201310/25/20132013   Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK IN BROOKLYN  <img alt="" height="223" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchAgainstBreastCancer_10.20.23.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk held in Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Approximately 35,000 people took part in the walk that raised $1.1 million in support of the American Cancer Society’s fight to end breast cancer. As part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students are encouraged to give back to the community by assisting charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Participating in the walk (left to right) are Berkeley College students Graciela Contreras of Yonkers; Marlene Bielicki of Manhattan; Suley Vega of the Bronx; Nalesha Narine of Queens Village, Queens; Eirka Hidalgo of Woodside, Queens; and Bethzaida Torres of the Bronx. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchAgainstBreastCancer_10.20.23.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_MarchAgainstBreastCancer_10.20.23.jpg</a> . -end-   000Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer WalkPress Release136364Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/23/2013201310/23/2013201310/23/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DALLAS REED, PhD, AS VICE PRESIDENT, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE    Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Dallas Reed, PhD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. In this role, Dr. Reed will provide vision and leadership for all student success programs including student development, student activities, athletics, residence life and counseling.   “The Office of Student Development and Campus Life serves areas that are crucial to the success of Berkeley College students,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “Dr. Reed has demonstrated her commitment to our students through her guidance and innovation, and we look forward to her continued leadership.”   Dr. Reed previously served as Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life, and Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. Before coming to Berkeley College in 2011, she served as Associate Vice President for Student Life at Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS.   This summer, Dr. Reed participated in the HERS Bryn Mawr Summer Institute for Women in Higher Education Administration. The intensive leadership and management curriculum is a result of a 35-year partnership between Bryn Mawr College and Higher Education Resource Services (HERS).   Dr. Reed was the recipient of the Berkeley College 2012 Associate of the Year award in Leadership, which recognizes individuals who inspire others to achieve the mission of the College.   Dr. Reed holds a PhD in Urban Higher Education from Jackson State University in Jackson, MS; an MSOL (Master’s of Science in Organizational Leadership) from Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, NC; and a BA in General Arts and Sciences with an emphasis in Public Relations and Management from Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA.   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="224" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dallas_Reed.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Dallas Reed, PhD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. To view a high-resolution version of this photo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dallas_Reed.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Dallas_Reed.jpg</a>     - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Appoints Dallas Reed, PhD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus LifePress Release136298Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/16/2013201310/16/2013201310/16/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE INTRODUCES TWO MINORS FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN JUSTICE STUDIES – CRIMINAL JUSTICE BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAM Berkeley College is pleased to announce the introduction of two minor programs for students enrolled in the Justice Studies – Criminal Justice Bachelor’s degree program beginning in the Fall 2013 Quarter. The minor in Information Technology Management is offered in Midtown Manhattan, NY; Woodland Park, NJ; and through Berkeley College Online. The minor in Management is offered in New York at the Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan and White Plains locations and in New Jersey at the Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park locations, as well as through Berkeley College Online.   “Berkeley College has added these two new minors in response to the projected career growth within the criminal justice and related fields,” said Leon T. Geter, DM, Berkeley College Chair, Criminal Justice, School of Professional Studies. “These minors offer students an excellent opportunity to increase their knowledge in a specific area of interest while expanding their career options.” Criminal Justice students at Berkeley College can choose from a variety of specialized courses including Cyber Crime, Terrorism, Global Security and Intelligence. Available careers for graduates of the Justice Studies – Criminal Justice program include police officer, private investigator, security specialist or probation officer. In addition, they are prepared to enter various related fields including data management, social services and public policy. Students who graduate with a minor in Information Technology Management can branch into cyber-security positions within their professions. Criminal Justice graduates with a minor in Management are well positioned to advance to various data management positions and managerial roles in their chosen careers. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Introduces Two Minors for Justice Studies - Criminal Justice StudentsPress Release136299Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/15/2013201310/16/2013201310/16/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE AND CLIFTON, NJ, COMMUNITY CELEBRATE LOCATION OPENING   More than 125 dignitaries, including business and civic leaders from the community, celebrated the grand opening of the Clifton location of the Berkeley College School of Health Studies located at 600 Getty Avenue on Thursday, October 10. Tia DeLouise, Campus Operating Officer, welcomed the guests and served as Master of Ceremonies.  Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board, explained how the merger of Dover Business College and Berkeley College that took place July 1, 2013 brought excellent program credentials, great faculty and facilities together to educate eager students in the allied health fields.  In doing so, students could access a range of programs that are designed to prepare them for career success, including certificates, associate and bachelor degrees. “The new Berkeley College location in Clifton, specializing in Health Studies, is a reflection of the commitment of Berkeley College to bringing students in Passaic County and in the New York metropolitan region quality academic offerings that foster career opportunities in growth sectors such as healthcare,” said Dario A. Cortes, President, Berkeley College. “The enrollment at the Clifton location, with a total of 631 students, including 187 new students, underscores the demand for degree offerings in health sciences and medical technology professions,” said Dr. Cortes, adding, “Berkeley College, with its global student reach, diverse faculty and specialized academic offerings, supports students at every stage of their development.  In addition to classroom learning, students gain hands-on clinical experience and assistance with job placement and career advancement.” Greetings and letters of congratulations from the offices of Congressman Bill Pascrell, 9th Legislative District of New Jersey, and New Jersey Senator Nia Gill, 34th District, were presented by Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations. Thomas Giblin, Representative, 34th Legislative District of New Jersey, presented a proclamation and offered his congratulations, acknowledging the dedication and commitment of Berkeley College throughout the years since it began in East Orange, NJ, in 1931.  In addition, Passaic County Freeholder Terry Duffy, Surrogate Bernice Toledo, and Clerk to the Board of Chosen Freeholders, Lou Imhof, cited the positive reputation of Berkeley College for giving students the tools they need to better their lives.  James Anzaldi, Mayor of Clifton, also presented a proclamation. Brian Tangora, President, North Jersey Regional Chamber of Commerce; and Richard Berdnik, Sheriff, Passaic County, offered their praise and congratulations as well. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_RibbonCutting_101013.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_RibbonCutting_101013.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CLF_RibbonCutting_101013.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Celebrating the Grand Opening of Berkeley College in Clifton are (left to right):  Carmelo Torres, Director, Operations. Berkeley College School of Health Studies; Tia DeLouise, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College, Clifton; Tim Luing, Member, Board of Trustees, Berkeley College; Julio Sanchez, Berkeley College Alumnus, Class of 2012; Kevin Luing, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Berkeley College; Richard Berdnik, Sheriff, Passaic County; Brian Luing, Member, Board of Trustees, Berkeley College; Terry Duffy, Freeholder, Passaic County; James Anzaldi, Mayor, Clifton; Dario A. Cortes, President; Thomas Giblin, New Jersey Representative, 34th Legislative District; Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, Berkeley College; Brian Tangora, President, North Jersey Chamber of Commerce; Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate; Jacqueline Grindrod, representative, Office of United States Senator Bill Pascrell, New Jersey 9th Legislative District; and Randy Luing, Vice Chairman, Board of Trustees.   - end - 000Berkeley College and Clifton Community Celebrate Location OpeningPress Release136291Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/15/2013201310/15/2013201310/15/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK TO BENEFIT THE LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY <img alt="" height="423" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_LighttheNightWalk_10.10.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_LighttheNightWalk_10.10.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_LighttheNightWalk_10.10.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the Light the Night Walk in New York City to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. As part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students are encouraged to give back to the community by assisting charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Pictured (left to right) are Berkeley College student Carlton Harris of Jamaica in Queens, NY; Melissa Vidam, Berkeley College Director, Multicultural and Community Affairs, Student Development and Campus Life, Midtown Manhattan; and Berkeley College student Sharla Hanley of Manhattan.   -end-     000Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in Light the Night WalkPress Release136749Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/9/2013201311/26/2013201311/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield BERKELEY COLLEGE AND DOVER, NJ, COMMUNITY CELEBRATE CAMPUS OPENING   More than 100 dignitaries, business and civic leaders from the Dover, NJ, community celebrated the grand opening of the Dover location of Berkeley College located at 1 W. Blackwell Street in historic downtown on Monday, October 7. Citing her educational path that began at Berkeley in East Orange, NJ, honored guest speaker, New Jersey Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, 26th Legislative District, spoke of her experience growing up in Morris County. She also described the benefit Berkeley College graduates have with respect to the pursuit of successful careers.  The Assemblywoman, joined by Senator Anthony R. Bucco, 25th Legislative District, and his son, Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco, 25th Legislative District, presented a Proclamation from the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly to Berkeley College.  The Proclamation recognized the excellence and value of this institution of higher education in Dover. “New Jersey has a great need for your services and your graduates,” said Senator Bucco, who toured the renovated building located in historic downtown Dover, NJ. “The transformation that Berkeley College, the Mayor and his Council have done here is remarkable.  The greatest gift is that of a quality education.” Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College, acknowledged the efforts that went into establishing the new location.  “Today we have more than 300 students -- including more than 130 new students -- taking classes at the new Berkeley College Dover location,” said Dr. Cortes. “And they represent not only the School of Health Studies, but also the true academic community available here that includes the Larry L. Luing School of Business, the School of Professional Studies, and the School of Liberal Arts. Berkeley College will continue to support community and business associations and the next generation of global citizens who can benefit from Berkeley’s outstanding record of changing lives and educating for career success.” “Much hard work and planning was put into this historic building to make it right for our students and the town of Dover,” said Maureen DiFonzo, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College, Dover. “The students are the reason we are here -- to give them the best education possible so they may go out into the workforce with careers.” “Berkeley College offers its students from Morris, Sussex and Warren counties the opportunity to take classes in some of the most in-demand careers today,” Ms. DiFonzo said. “The flexibility of full time, part time, day, evening and online access to certificate programs, and both bachelor’s and associate degrees, makes Berkeley unique.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="193" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR-Ribboncutting-2jpg.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> Photo Caption: Celebrating the Grand Opening of Berkeley College in Dover are (left to right):  Bryan Hoppe, Assistant, Advisement; Sam Morreale, Member, Board of Trustees; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President; Randy B. Luing, Vice Chairman, Board of Trustees; Maureen DiFonzo, Campus Operating Officer, Dover location; Timothy D. Luing, Member, Board of Trustees; Paul Boudreau, President, Morris County Chamber of Commerce; Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Relations; BettyLou DeCroce, New Jersey Assemblywoman, 26th Legislative District and guest speaker; Anthony R. Bucco, New Jersey Senator, 25th Legislative District; James Visioli and Carolyn Blackman, Aldermen, Third Ward; Anthony M. Bucco, New Jersey Assemblyman, 25th Legislative District; James Dodd, Mayor, Dover; Esperanza Porres-Field, President, Morris County Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce; Rob Case, Dean of Advisement. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR-Ribboncutting-2jpg.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DVR-Ribboncutting-2jpg.jpg</a> - End - 000Berkeley College and Dover, NJ, Community Celebrate Campus OpeningPress Release136243Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/8/2013201310/8/2013201310/8/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED A MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR   Berkeley College has been selected as a 2014 Military Friendly School by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, Military Spouse and Vetrepreneur magazines.  The Military Friendly School designation honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that offer the most support to America’s active duty military personnel and veterans as they seek to further their education. Institutions are selected based on the support and benefits offered to military students such as military scholarships and discounts, veterans’ clubs, and a full-time staff dedicated to working with veterans. “It is an honor for Berkeley College to receive this award for the fifth consecutive year,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs. “Berkeley College is distinguished in that it has four onsite Veterans Resource Centers – at the New York locations in Midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn and at the New Jersey locations in Woodland Park and Newark. In addition, earlier this year Berkeley College launched an Online Veterans Resource Center providing the school with the opportunity to reach a far greater number of student veterans, as well as students who are active service members stationed overseas.” Approximately 500 military students and veterans are enrolled at Berkeley College in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online.  Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill and collaborates on national ventures with the National Guard, the Army and the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The <a href="http://www.militaryfriendlyschools.com/">2014 list of Military Friendly Schools</a> was compiled through research and a data-driven survey of more than 10,000 schools nationwide. Criteria used in creating the survey was developed with the assistance of an Academic Advisory Board consisting of educators from schools across the country.   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu">http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_VeteransRC_10.3.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has been selected as a 2014 Military Friendly School by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, Military Spouse and Vetrepreneur magazines. Institutions are selected based on the support and benefits offered to military students such as military scholarships and discounts, veterans’ clubs, and a full-time staff dedicated to working with veterans. Pictured (left to right) taking time out from studies in the Veterans Resource Center at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY, are student veterans David Biladeau of Arverne in Queens, NY; Christopher Hendricks of Montrose, NY; and Raquel Fulgham of Manhattan, NY. -end-     000Berkeley College Named Military Friendly School for Fifth Consecutive YearPress Release136225Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/2/2013201310/2/2013201310/2/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM RIVERSIDE NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman midfielder Mathias Valle of Riverside in Fairfield County, CT, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Valle attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY. Mr. Valle received the HVIAC honor during the week of September 17 for his performance in games against the The College of Staten Island in Staten Island, NY, and Lehman College in the Bronx, NY. During these games, he scored two goals and had an assist. “We are extremely proud of Mathias for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Riverside Named Rookie of the Week by HVIACPress Release136224Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/2/2013201310/2/2013201310/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ASKER RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore center Frida Slatlem of Asker in Norway and Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for women’s soccer. Ms. Slatlem attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan, NY.  Ms. Slatlem was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of October 1 for her performance in a game against Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, NY. She recorded a hat trick and contributed three goals.  “We are extremely proud of Frida for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”  A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Athlete from Asker Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136223Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/2/2013201310/2/2013201310/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ROSEDALE RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Kerry-Ann Haughton of Rosedale in Queens, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for women’s soccer. Ms. Haughton attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan.   Ms. Haughton was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of October 1 for her performance in a game against Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, NY. She scored six goals and added an assist during the 11-0 victory.  “We are extremely proud of Kerry-Ann for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Rosedale Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136222Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/2/2013201310/2/2013201310/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior midfielder Abdelwahab Mohamed of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Mohamed attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan.   Mr. Mohamed received the HVIAC honor during the week of October 1 for his performance in games against Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, NY, and The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He scored two goals, including the game-winning goal against Sarah Lawrence College.   “We are extremely proud of Abdelwahab for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end -   <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVIACPress Release136221Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/2/2013201310/2/2013201310/2/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Haakon Schjelderup of Manhattan, NY, and Kolvereid, Norway, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Schjelderup attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan.   Mr. Schjelderup was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of October 1 for his performance in games against Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, NY, and The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He anchored the Knights’ defense during the pair of victories, allowing just three shots on goal.   “We are extremely proud of Haakon for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136219Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/1/2013201310/1/2013201310/1/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES OCTOBER EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 26 Berkeley College will host a free Surgical Technologist Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Learn about the program that prepares students to work as valuable members of a surgical team.  Surgical technologists assist in surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses and other surgical personnel.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 17 Berkeley College will host a free Medical Assistant Seminar from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  This informative seminar is designed to explain the important role medical assistants serve in healthcare facilities.  It gives details about the training needed to become a certified medical assistant.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 17 Berkeley College will host a free Legal Studies Seminar from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  This seminar includes a panel of industry professionals and alumni, and a chance to meet with faculty, administrators and admissions counselors.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 16 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Berkeley College’s programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  October 12          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 19 Berkeley College will host a free Fashion Seminar at 10:00 am. Fashion industry professionals and Berkeley College faculty members will give an overview of career opportunities in the industry and access to fashion events, stores, showrooms and trade shows.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: October 9 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Berkeley College’s programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a> October 12            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 19 Berkeley College will host a free Business Seminar from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  With the help of business leaders and professionals, this informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 16 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Berkeley College’s programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 12 East 41st Street, New York: October 12            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 26 Berkeley College will host a free Career Exploration Event from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.    Attendees will be given an overview of all Berkeley College programs.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  October 12             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  October 26 Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Berkeley College’s programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Attendees will learn about courses that focus on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a>   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. October 12             Berkeley College will host an online Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" height="23" width="928"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:26.2%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="clear:both;">  </div> - end -        000Berkeley College Announces October EventsPress Release136210Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201320139/27/201320139/27/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ARTISTS OF QUALITY -  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS EXHIBITION      </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of dedicated professional artists representing the American Society of Contemporary Artists (ASCA) organization at the Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is on display from October 1 through December 27—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  A reception will be held on Saturday, October 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Founded in 1917, ASCA is a national, not-for-profit organization of exhibiting art  curators, critics, teachers and members of other art organizations.  Artists of excellence are selected on merit by a revolving jury of their peers.  The membership seldom exceeds more than 100 artists, who voluntarily contribute their time, according to their varied talents, to the maintenance and continuing development of the organization. Artist-members participate in public lectures and art demonstrations, as well as the presentation of awards that encourage the development of others within the arts community. The annual art students’ awards and scholarship sponsorships are ongoing events in keeping with the original mandate of bringing quality art before the general public.  An exhibition of the work of ASCA artists was featured in late 2011 at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery.  It was well received by the public according to Robert Keiber, Curator.    For more information about the ASCA, visit <a href="http://www.ascartists.org">www.ascartists.org</a>.  For details about the exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents Artists of Quality--the ASCA ExhibitionPress Release136206Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/26/201320139/26/201320139/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM CLIFTON WINS DESIGN COMPETITION TO ATTEND MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK  <img alt="" height="258" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_Rowenta_092513.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_Rowenta_092513.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_Rowenta_092513.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Natalia Ramirez of Clifton, NJ, recently won a design competition to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City. The Fashion Marketing and Management major, who attends Berkeley College in Paramus, submitted a design selected by Rowenta, a manufacturer of high-performance steam irons and garment steamers. Rowenta invited fashion lovers, amateur designers and design students to submit a sketch via social media that highlighted fabric manipulation techniques using an iron. Ms. Ramirez received tickets to the Monique Lhuillier fashion show, sampled new products and met fashion consultant and television personality Tim Gunn. To watch an interview with Ms. Ramirez about her experiences at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7n9VZLR3gVo&feature=youtu.be">here</a>.  - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Student from Clifton Wins Design Competition to Attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion WeekPress Release136194Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/25/201320139/25/201320139/25/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN 50th ANNIVERSARY MARCH ON WASHINGTON <img alt="" height="188" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/march_on_washington091213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/march_on_washington091213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/march_on_washington091213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the 50th Anniversary March on Washington. It was during the original March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom that Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech. The anniversary march recognized that the battle for justice is ongoing. The students from Berkeley College locations in New York and New Jersey as well as Berkeley College Online made the historic trip to Washington, D.C. Participating in the walk (left to right) are Berkeley College students Ikea Nixon of White Plains, NY, Britney Maitland of Ansonia, CT; Brittany Richardson of Lodi, NJ; Sharla Hanley of Manhattan, NY, Guenevere Gonzalez of New Rochelle, NY; Daybrina Little of Roselle, NJ; and Natalia Ramirez of Belleville, NJ. -end-     000Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in 50th Anniversary March on WashingtonPress Release136182Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/24/201320139/24/201320139/24/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior midfielder Abdelwahab Mohamed of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Mohamed attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Mohamed received the HVIAC honor during the week of September 10 for his performance in games against SUNY Maritime College and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, during which he played a role in all five goals scored that week.  “We are extremely proud of Abdelwahab for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”   A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVIACPress Release136181Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/24/201320139/24/201320139/24/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Haakon Schjelderup of Manhattan, NY, and Kolvereid, Norway, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Schjelderup attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Schjelderup was named to the HVIAC honor roll during the week of September 4 for his performance in a game against Fairleigh Dickinson University – College at Florham, during which he dominated at central defense. “We are extremely proud of Haakon for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>    000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Receives Athletic Honors from HVIACPress Release136180Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/24/201320139/24/201320139/24/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM CORONA NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE   Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior goalie Camilo Montes of Corona in Queens, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (HVIAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Montes attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Montes received the HVIAC honor during the week of September 4 for his performance in a game against Fairleigh Dickinson University – College at Florham, during which he made nine saves, including stopping a penalty kick. “We are extremely proud of Camilo for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>  000Berkeley College Athlete from Corona Named Player of the Week by HVIACPress Release136154Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/19/201320139/19/201320139/19/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ASSOCIATES HONOR SEPTEMBER 11 VICTIMS WITH DAY OF SERVICE IN NEW YORK CITY <img alt="" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Sept_11_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Sept_11_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Sept_11_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in a 9/11 Day of Service in New York City in memory of the victims of the September 11 attacks. The volunteers first paid their respects at the 9/11 Memorial and then helped with restorative work on the CITYarts mural, which was created in 2002 on the Lower East Side to commemorate the heroes of September 11. The 9/11 Day of Service was part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Pictured (left to right) painting the mural are Berkeley College students Kimberly Pennington of White Plains, Sharla Hanley of Manhattan, and Dana Jacob of White Plains. <img alt="" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_DayofService_9.19.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in a 9/11 Day of Service in New York City in memory of the victims of the September 11 attacks. The volunteers first paid their respects at the 9/11 Memorial and then helped with restorative work on the CITYarts mural, which was created in 2002 on the Lower East Side to commemorate the heroes of September 11. The 9/11 Day of Service was part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Pictured reading the names at the 9/11 Memorial is Berkeley College student Ikea Nixon of White Plains, NY.   -end-   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Students and Associates Honor September 11 Victims with Day of ServicePress Release136153Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/19/201320139/19/201320139/19/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   VERONA RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY MEMBER IS AUTHOR OF NEW POLITICAL THRILLER   <img alt="" height="316" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CGuarneriHR.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CGuarneriHR.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CGuarneriHR.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Cristina Guarneri, EdD, Berkeley College Faculty, Criminal Justice, School of Professional Studies, and a resident of Verona, NJ, is the author of The Inceptor’s Covenant (TATE Publishing and Enterprises, LLC, 2013). A political thriller, this book is a sequel to Dr. Guarneri’s See No Evil (TATE Publishing and Enterprises, LLC, 2012). Dr. Guarneri is the author of eight other books including Autumn Harvest (PublishAmerica, 2010) and Wiley’s Adventure (AuthorHouse, 2009). She will be signing copies of her new book at the Well Read bookstore in Hawthorne, NJ, at 6:30 p.m. on October 18 and at The Fine Grind in Little Falls, NJ, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 9. For more information about the book, visit <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Inceptors-Covenant-ebook/dp/B00C7AX3BO">www.amazon.com/The-Inceptors-Covenant-ebook/dp/B00C7AX3BO</a>   -end-   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Verona Resident and Berkeley College Faculty Member is Author of New Political ThrillerPress Release136137Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/18/201320139/18/201320139/18/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF KEN JONES</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> – THE AIR AND MOTION SERIES             </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Ken Jones at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street.  This exhibit is on display from October 1 through December 30 —Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, October 9 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.                           Born and raised in New York City, NY, Mr. Jones said that as a child he always identified with the artistic.  He attended the High School of Art and Design where he discovered an innate love for photography.  At that time he resolved to spend his entire career cultivating his skills to become the most professional, knowledgeable and experienced photographer possible. Mr. Jones says he still feels riveted and excited by photography, even 30 years into his career.  He believes that as long as his passion is strong, his career will continue to develop.  “While fortune and blessings have helped me fulfill my lifelong dream of being an artist, hard work allowed me to excel to the top of my profession, and I have no intention of slowing down any time soon,” he said.  Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College New York City Midtown and Brooklyn Galleries, said, “We are so excited to have the opportunity to exhibit photography of such high quality.  Ken is a master.”  Mr. Jones has photographed a number of companies in a variety of industries, including Prai Cosmetics, Fubu Entertainment, Limited Brands, Artisan Complete, Biacci, Ketchum, W Hotels, Oppenheimer Fund, Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, The Cipriani Group, City Parks Foundation and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Some notable celebrity clients include Donald Trump, Montel Williams, Naomi Campbell, Amit Gupta and the late Ed McMahon.  At present, two of his images are being shown at the Association of Photographers (AOP) Open Awards competition, in London, England.  It is the only AOP competition where professionals and amateurs compete on equal terms. The competition has been running for 13 years and each year attracts approximately 1,500 entries from around the world.  For more information about the photographer, visit <a href="http://www.kenjonesnyc.com">www.kenjonesnyc.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="200" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistKenJones_100113.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="300" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistKenJones_100113.jpg Photo Caption: “Beauty in Motion–European Set” from the Air and Motion Series of photographs by Ken Jones on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, 12 East 41st Street, from October 1 through December 30.            - end -   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents the Photography of Ken Jones - the Air and Motion SeriesPress Release136135Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/18/201320139/18/201320139/18/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZED AS LOCAL EVENT SPONSOR OF MARCH OF DIMES MARCH FOR BABIES EVENT  <img alt="" height="150" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MarchofDimes_091213.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MarchofDimes_091213.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_MarchofDimes_091213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: The March of Dimes, North Jersey Chapter, recently honored Berkeley College as a local event sponsor of the March for Babies, held in Wayne, NJ, in April. The “Berkeley College for Babies” team raised money and participated in the walk, while representatives from Dover Business College, now Berkeley College, provided free blood pressure screenings. The event was part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Left to right are student Manny Garcia of Woodland Park; Heather Eaton-Dwyer, Assistant Dean, System Events and Student Judiciaries, Student Development and Campus Life; JoAnn Bartoli, Senior Community Director, March of Dimes, North Jersey Chapter; Nicole Turnbull, Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Paramus and Woodland Park; Patricia D’Allegro, Administrative Assistant, High School Admissions; and Christine D’Elia, Director, High School Admissions, Woodland Park.  - end -000Berkeley College Recognized as Local Event Sponsor of March of Dimes March for Babies EventPress Release136089Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/12/201320139/12/201320139/12/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   MANHATTAN RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY MEMBER WINS 2013 GIVAL PRESS OSCAR WILDE AWARD <img alt="" height="297" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Michael_Montlack.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Michael_Montlack.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Michael_Montlack.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Michael Montlack, Berkeley College Faculty, English, School of Liberal Arts, and a resident of Manhattan, NY, is the recipient of the 2013 Gival Press Oscar Wilde Award for his poem “Questions My Father Asked Watching This Old House (1993).” Mr. Montlack is the author of the poetry collection Cool Limbo (NYQ Books, 2011) and editor of the Lambda Finalist essay anthology My Diva (University of Wisconsin Press, 2009). Gival Press, LLC, an independent literary publishing house in Arlington, VA, publishes fiction, non-fiction and poetry in English, French and Spanish. The publisher sponsors four annual contests for fiction and poetry. To read Mr. Montlack’s winning poem, visit <a href="http://chezrobertgiron.blogspot.com/2013/08/michael-montlack-wins-2013-gival-press.html">http://chezrobertgiron.blogspot.com/2013/08/michael-montlack-wins-2013-gival-press.html</a>     -end- 000Manhattan Resident and Berkeley College Faculty Member Wins 2013 Gival Press Oscar Wilde AwardPress Release136088Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/12/201320139/12/201320139/12/20132013 Berkeley College Student Attends Accounting Scholars Development Program in Washington, D.C.   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT ATTENDS ACCOUNTING SCHOLARS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN WASHINGTON, D.C.   <img alt="" height="372" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLewis_ASDP_090913.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLewis_ASDP_090913.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLewis_ASDP_090913.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Deanna Lewis of Chicago, IL, a student at Berkeley College in White Plains, NY, recently attended the Accounting Scholars Development Program (ASDP) at Howard University in Washington, D.C. Ms. Lewis was one of 35 outstanding students in the nation chosen to participate in the all-expense paid program. The mission of the ASDP is to provide African-American, Native American or Latino students with an increased awareness of the variety of job opportunities in the field of accounting. During the week, participants visited the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the headquarters of Deloitte and KPMG accounting firms. Now that she is back at Berkeley College, Ms. Lewis has a new career goal. “I have always had an interest in government, politics and policy making and I was excited to learn that employees at the U.S. GAO office work hands-on with some of the congressmen on Capitol Hill,” said Ms. Lewis, who is on track to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting at the end of the Spring 2014 Quarter.. “I would love to relocate to Washington, D.C. and work for the U.S. GAO.” -end-   000Berkeley College Student Attends Accounting Scholars Development Program in Washington, D.C.Press Release136084Newsroomfalse9/11/201320139/11/201320139/11/20132013 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM OSSINING AWARDED SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF ALUMNA LOST IN WORLD TRADE CENTER Berkeley College recently honored Tiana Wilkins of Ossining, NY, with the Patricia Cimaroli Massari Scholarship during a special ceremony held at Berkeley College in White Plains, NY. The Patricia Cimaroli Massari Scholarship was established in memory of a Berkeley alumna who died on September 11, 2001. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving Berkeley College student entering his or her third year of study toward a Bachelor’s degree. Ms. Cimaroli Massari was one of 14 Berkeley College students and alumni who perished in the World Trade Center. Four months prior to her death, the 4.0 graduate, who had returned to Berkeley College to complete her Bachelor’s degree, had been named the College’s Alumna of the Year. The scholarship was established at the request of the Cimaroli and Massari families to honor Patricia’s belief that education is the path to success. “Patricia’s family chose to remember her with hope for the future, through the creation of a scholarship in her name,” said Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “I congratulate this year’s recipient, Tiana Wilkins. By accepting this scholarship, she accepts the challenge to carry on Patricia’s legacy at Berkeley College. I know that Tiana will work hard to succeed while helping her fellow students and others, much the same way as Patricia did.” The ceremony was attended by Ms. Wilkins’ family and friends, and representatives of Berkeley College. The scholarship is awarded to a Berkeley College student who is entering his or her third year in a Bachelor’s degree program at a Berkeley College location in New York. The scholarship has an annual value of $1,200 and is renewable for the recipient’s fourth and final year in the program, providing the student maintains a GPA of at least 3.0. Additionally, a scholarship committee reviews each candidate’s GPA and financial need, and the applicant must submit an essay that describes a turning point in his or her life. In her essay, Ms. Wilkins described being separated from her mother when she was 10 years old. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="265" hspace="NaN" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Massari2_091113.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost, with 2013 Massari Scholarship recipient Tiana Wilkins of Ossining, NY. The scholarship honors the memory of Patricia Cimaroli Massari, a Berkeley College alumna who died on September 11, 2001. http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Massari2_091113.jpg - end - 000Berkeley College Student Awarded Scholarship in Memory of Alumna Lost in World Trade CenterPress Release136020Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/5/201320139/5/201320139/5/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF JENNY BLOND</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">  - FROM SEOUL TO NEW YORK CITY            </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of one of its students—Jenny Blond—at the New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street. This exhibit is on display from September 5 through 30—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Raised in Seoul, South Korea, and encouraged by her parents, Ms. Blond developed an early interest in art and was painting throughout her middle and high school years.  She is a Berkeley College student working toward an AAS degree in Fashion Marketing and Management, and has received MFA and BFA degrees from Kyungwon University, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.  She also has a Pattern Making Program diploma from the Rasara Fashion School and a Fashion Draping diploma from the Fashion Institute of Design and Marketing, both in Seoul.     The artist opened a gallery in Hongdae, the center of Korean art and fashion.  Part of the gallery was used as free exhibit space for young, ambitious artists and received much media attention.  However, she found it tough to make it a profitable business.       Ms. Blond said, “I was starting to feel South Korea didn’t offer enough opportunities for me to express myself.  I knew that New York City was the world leader of arts and culture, so I made the decision to move here.  I’m glad I did.  I love the culture, am meeting wonderful people, and am enjoying communicating with various artists in this great city.”  She also is a concept artist. Earlier this month, Ms. Blond gave a performance titled “Flags of Our Fathers” which showcased her photography at the New York Public Library. The artist has exhibited her work both in New York City and Seoul, including the Community Art Project, Ya Gam Art Space (in New York City), and the Brain Factory Gallery, Anthracite Gallery, Think Think Gallery and Survival Pool Gallery (in Seoul).     For more details about the artist and the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="300" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistJennyBlond_090513.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistJennyBlond_090513.jpg Photo Caption: “Flags of our Fathers” is an exhibit of photographs by Jenny Blond on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, from September 5 through 30.          - end -   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents the Photography of Jenny Blond - From Seoul to New York CityPress Release135967Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/30/201320138/30/201320138/30/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS RUN BACK TO SCHOOL FASHION SHOW AT ROCKAWAY TOWNSQUARE MALL    <img align="left" alt="" height="375" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_FashionShow_Commentators.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />                       <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_FashionShow_Commentators.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_FashionShow_Commentators.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students recently ran a “Back at It” fashion show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ. The show focused on back-to-school styles for “tweens” and featured outfits from Deb Shops, Wet Seal, Vans and Claire’s Boutique. Students from Berkeley College in Dover, Woodland Park, Newark, Paramus and Berkeley College Online worked together to make the show a success. “We had a two-week crunch time putting this show together and that required students to be quick on their feet in planning, troubleshooting and writing a script,” said Jennifer Litvak, Berkeley College Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Online and fashion show adviser. “The students were up for the challenge and did an excellent job.” Serving as commentators for the show (left to right) are Berkeley College students Tessa Viole and Julie Vinolas, both of Demarest, NJ. To view a video about the show go to <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfmvtvXpMCM">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfmvtvXpMCM</a>   <img alt="" height="167" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_Show_AKassas.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_Show_AKassas.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Rockaway_Show_AKassas.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students recently ran a “Back at It” fashion show at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in Rockaway, NJ.  The show focused on back-to-school styles for “tweens” and featured outfits from Deb Shops, Wet Seal, Vans and Claire’s Boutique. Students from Berkeley College in Dover, Woodland Park, Newark, Paramus and Berkeley College Online worked together to make the show a success. “We had a two-week crunch time putting this show together and that required students to be quick on their feet in planning, troubleshooting and writing a script,” said Jennifer Litvak, Berkeley College Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Online and fashion show adviser. “The students were up for the challenge and did an excellent job.” Pictured is Berkeley College student model Antoinette Kassas of Paramus, NJ. To view a video about the show go to <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfmvtvXpMCM">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfmvtvXpMCM</a>   -end-      000Berkeley College Students Run Fashion Show at Rockaway Townsquare MallPress Release135965Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/29/201320138/29/201320138/29/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS EILEEN MACAVERY KANE AS CHAIR OF NEW GRAPHIC DESIGN PROGRAM Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Eileen MacAvery Kane as Chair of the new Graphic Design program at Berkeley College. Students can pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Graphic Design in Woodland Park, NJ, and through Berkeley College Online starting in the Fall Quarter, which begins on September 30.   “Ms. MacAvery Kane brings 25 years of experience working as a creative director, art director and graphic designer to her new position at Berkeley College,” said Judith F. Kornberg, PhD, Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies. As the Art Director and Graphic Designer at Bear Books Design in Chester, NY, Ms. MacAvery Kane created strategic and conceptual design solutions for a wide variety of clients including ABC Television, ABC Radio and Smithsonian magazine. In addition, she has taught graphic design courses at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online, Rockland Community College and the Peekskill Center for Digital Arts. She also is the author of three books including “Ethics: A Graphic Designer’s Field Guide.” As a Visiting Scholar, Ms. MacAvery Kane will spend August 30 to September 9 at Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa. During the visit, she will present on ethics in graphic design to students and faculty and will meet faculty members to plan interdisciplinary projects between graphic design students at Berkeley College and Tshwane University of Technology. In addition, she will present her paper “Ethics in Graphic Design: A Call to Arms for an Undergraduate Course,” at the 2013 Design Educators Forum of South Africa that will be held at Vaal University of Technology, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, on September 2. Ms. MacAvery Kane holds a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design from Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA; a Bachelor of Professional Studies degree in Graphic Design from Empire State College, Saratoga Springs, NY; and an Associate’s degree in Graphic Arts Technology from Rockland Community College, Suffern, NY. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="312" hspace="NaN" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Eileen_MacAvery_Kane.jpg" vspace="NaN" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Eileen_MacAvery_Kane.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Eileen_MacAvery_Kane.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Eileen MacAvery Kane has been appointed Chair of the new Graphic Design program at Berkeley College. Students can pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Graphic Design in Woodland Park, NJ, and through Berkeley College Online starting in September.   -end-     000Berkeley College Appoints Eileen MacAvery Kane as Chair of New Graphic Design programPress Release135900Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/21/201320138/21/201320138/21/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  September 21            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: September 7 Berkeley College will host an Interior Design Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is a great opportunity to meet with faculty and see how ideas for designing innovative living and working spaces can become a reality.  Get firsthand exposure to modern computer-aided design technology.  The event is free.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  September 21           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. September 21           Berkeley College will host an online Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:26.2%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="clear:both;">  </div> - end -          000Berkeley College Announces September EventsPress Release135874Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/19/201320138/19/201320138/19/20132013     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE IN WHITE PLAINS HOSTS CHARACTER LUNCH FOR CHILDREN AND COLLECTS DONATIONS TO BENEFIT LOCAL SOUP KITCHEN  <img alt="" height="177" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CharacterLunch_081513.jpg" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CharacterLunch_081513.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_CharacterLunch_081513.jpg</a> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life in White Plains hosted a Character Lunch for more than 80 local children. The event featured five activity rooms with themes that included a Berkeley Tea Party, a Dr. Seuss Room, a Pirates Room, and a Heroes Room. The entrance fee for the event was nonperishable foods to benefit the Grace Church Soup Kitchen in White Plains. Associates, students, alumni and a member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees were involved in various stages of the planning and implementation of the event. White Plains Mayor Thomas M. Roach dropped by during the lunch to offer his support. This event was part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Pictured left to right are José A. Tavares, Member, Berkeley College Board of Trustees; Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Vice President, Government Relations, New York; Thomas M. Roach, White Plains Mayor; Natalie Keiser, Berkeley College Academic Support Coordinator; Brittney Milk and Kimberly Pennington, Berkeley College students; and Andrew Peak and Ashlee Carter, Berkeley College Residence Counselors, White Plains. -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College in White Plains Hosts Lunch for Children and Collects Food for Local Soup KitchenPress Release135763Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/12/201320138/12/201320138/12/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE CREATES SPECIAL MEMORIES FOR CHILDREN OF FALLEN U.S. TROOPS  More than 20 military families had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at Citi Field and Yankee Stadium, thanks to Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. The event at Citi Field included a meet-and-greet with Mets and Phillies players, as well as tickets to watch the game from “The Mo’s Zone” section of right field. The Yankee Stadium event featured a tour of Monument Park with former Yankee Jim Leyritz and tickets to watch the game against the Tampa Bay Rays. “Berkeley College is proud to be part of this event, which gives back to our student veterans and the families of fallen servicemembers,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “These families have been through so much and have a long journey ahead of them. Seeing these children smile makes it worthwhile.” “Thanks to sponsors like our friends at Berkeley College and Modell’s Sporting Goods, we are able to offer events like this, which brought our Snowball Express kids together for a wonderful day of bonding, friendship and fun,” said Jason Araghi, Event Coordinator for Snowball Express. “Snowflake Days provide our kids with an opportunity to create happy new memories and as important, give each of us a chance to recognize, thank and appreciate these special children and families for the sacrifice their loved ones have made for our country.” A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="140" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball1_072113.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball1_072113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball1_072113.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Mets pitcher David Aardsma talks to young fans at Citi Field. The event was organized by Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball2_072113.jpg" width="200" />  <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball2_072113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_Snowball2_072113.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Mets and Phillies players signed baseballs and met with fans at Citi Field. The event was organized by Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. - end -000Berkeley College Creates Special Memories for Children of Fallen U.S. TroopsPress Release135860Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/8/201320138/15/201320138/15/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS SHEILA J. DYNAN, DEAN, SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES  Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Sheila J. Dynan, LCSW, DMH, as Dean, School of Health Studies. Dr. Dynan will be responsible for providing organizational leadership for a range of instructional certifications and degrees that include the Health Services Administration and Management, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technology, Practical Nurse, Health Sciences, Multi-level Patient Care Technician, and Surgical Processing Technician programs.  “Dr. Dynan is a dedicated higher education professional who brings a wealth of expertise to lead the Berkeley College School of Health Studies,” said Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “As Dean, she will ensure that students in the School of Health Studies gain practical knowledge and develop the skills necessary to achieve successful careers.” Dr. Dynan most recently served as the Program Chair of Allied Health and Fitness at the College of Saint Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ, where she was a tenured faculty member. She holds a Doctor of Medical Humanities from Drew University, an MSW from New York University, an MA in Physical Education Administration from Montclair State University, and a BS in Physical Education from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Dr. Dynan also holds numerous licenses, certifications and professional affiliations.  Among these are: the Continuing Education Approval Committee of the National Association of Social Workers, NJ Chapter; Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving as a Mental Health Crisis Intervention professional and supervisor at Morristown Memorial Hospital; and Adjunct Lecturer at the NYU Graduate School of Social Work.  An active volunteer in national and international organizations, Dr. Dynan currently resides in Morris Plains, NJ. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="196" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SheilaDynan.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SheilaDynan.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SheilaDynan.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Sheila J. Dynan, LCSW, DMH, as Dean, School of Health Studies.   - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Appoints Sheila J. Dynan, Dean, School of Health StudiesPress Release135677Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/8/201320138/8/201320138/8/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE OPENS VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER AT BROOKLYN LOCATION  <img alt="" height="145" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_VetResource_073113.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_VetResource_073113.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_VetResource_073113.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Conrad Walker, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Brooklyn location, cuts the ribbon to open a Veterans Resource Center (VRC) for students in Brooklyn. At the Center, student veterans can gather to receive information about Veterans Affairs benefits, meet with the staff of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, and socialize. The College serves approximately 500 military students in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online. Berkeley College also has VRCs at the Midtown Manhattan, NY, and Newark and Woodland Park, NJ, locations, as well as an Online VRC.  - end - 000Berkeley College Opens Veterans Resource Center at Brooklyn LocationPress Release135671Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/7/201320138/7/201320138/7/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE BOARD CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCES NEW TRUSTEE Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing is pleased to announce the appointment of Bill S. Pereira to the Berkeley College Board of Trustees. Mr. Pereira has more than 20 years of experience in global product development, management, investment and financial services. As Chief Executive Officer and President of IDT Telecom, a subsidiary of IDT Corporation, Newark, NJ, he leads all aspects of this global business on six continents, focusing on strategy, product, personnel development and technology. Prior to this, Mr. Pereira served as Senior Vice President, Finance, and Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, IDT Corporation. He was Chief Financial Officer for Winstar Communications, LLC, a wireless subsidiary of IDT Corporation. His earlier career positions included Partner and Chief Operating Officer, Horizon Trading Group LLC; Director, Product Management, UBS – Warburg Dillon Read, London, England; and Director, Investment Services – Treasurer’s Group, Prudential Financial, Newark, NJ. Mr. Pereira received an MBA in Finance/International Business from New York University, Leonard N. Stern School of Business, and a BBA in Economics from Rutgers University, School of Arts & Sciences. He currently resides in Far Hills, New Jersey. A leader in providing career-focused educationfor more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations— Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="247" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Bill_Pereira.jpg" width="200" />  <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Bill_Pereira.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Bill_Pereira.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Bill S. Pereira, CEO & President, IDT Telecom, a subsidiary of IDT Corporation, Newark, NJ, is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.  - end -  000Berkeley College Board Chairman Announces New TrusteePress Release135582Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/25/201320137/25/201320137/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton:  August 24 Berkeley College will host a free Healthcare Seminar from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.   Attendees can examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will discuss the training needed to get started.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 1 West Blackwell Street, Dover: August 7             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. It offers  immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.    The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  August 15             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. It offers  immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  August 14 Berkeley College will host an Open House at 6:00 pm.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, including online, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   August 10              Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to noon.  It offers  immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a>    The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: August 24 Berkeley College will host a free Career Exploration Seminar from 10:00 am to noon.    Attendees will be given an overview of Berkeley College programs in Criminal Justice, Fashion and Legal Studies.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  August 14           Berkeley College will host a free Criminal Justice Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, this seminar will cover homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.   For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.%20">www.berkeleycollege.edu. </a>   ONLINE August 14 Berkeley College will host a free online Business Seminar from noon to 2:00 pm.  This informative seminar is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through online learning with the help of business leaders and professionals.  The goal is to offer a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu.">www.berkeleycollege.edu.</a> - end -      000Berkeley College Announces August EventsPress Release135579Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/25/201320137/25/201320137/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS JOSHUA T. WILLIAMS AS CHAIR, FASHION, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS  Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua T. Williams as Chair of the Fashion Department, Larry L. Luing School of Business. In addition to teaching a variety of courses related to online retail, e-commerce, direct marketing and interactive fashion marketing, Mr. Williams serves as an international guest lecturer on these subjects. He is a resident of Bloomfield, NJ. “Mr. Williams has an extensive resume of academic and career achievements in the fashion industry,” said Wolfgang Hinck, Interim Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. “His knowledge will enhance the experiences of Berkeley College students as they launch successful careers in the global marketplace.” Mr. Williams teaches courses such as Visual Merchandising, Fashion Forecasting and Retail Management and has extensive business experience in retail marketing and communications. He is the Founder and President of Fashion Consort, LLC, a high level consulting agency with a focus on omni-channel retailing. Prior work experience includes Vice President, Marketing & E-commerce/Creative Director, Lindsay Phillips, Inc., Cedar Knolls, NJ; Director of Corporate Branding & Online Retail, J.McLaughlin, New York, NY; National Director of Retail, BodyWorlds, and Director of Community Outreach, Clear Channel Media & Entertainment, both in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Williams holds a Master in Professional Studies in Global Fashion Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, NY, in cooperation with the Institut Francais de la Mode and Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. A leader in providing career-focused education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are six locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="250" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Joshua_Williams_fullres.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Joshua_Williams_fullres.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Joshua_Williams_fullres.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Joshua T. Williams is the new Chair of the Fashion Department, Larry L. Luing School of Business, Berkeley College. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Appoints Joshua T. Williams as Chair, Fashion, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release135501Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/19/201320137/19/201320137/19/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE OFFERS BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE IN GRAPHIC DESIGN IN WOODLAND PARK, NJ, AND ONLINE     Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it will begin offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Graphic Design in Woodland Park, NJ, and through Berkeley College Online. The program is accepting enrollment for the Fall Quarter, which begins in September.  “In today’s competitive world, visual communications are essential to connect successfully with target markets,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Provost. “Our Graphic Design instructors are chosen for both their academic credentials and their relevant professional experience. They share firsthand industry knowledge that will prepare our students to enter the exciting and challenging world of graphic design.” The new Graphic Design program offers a curriculum that allows students to acquire expertise in the art and business of visual communications. In addition to courses that explore the theory, language and tools of graphic design, students learn to effectively apply their knowledge and skills by leveraging current industry software for web design, typography and areas of marketing and promotion. Students will have access to new design studios at the Berkeley College Woodland Park location.    Students enrolled in the BFA in Graphic Design program will complete an internship prior to graduation. Career specialists work with students on an individual basis to help them obtain internships that are best suited to the students’ interests and chosen career fields. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in areas including publishing, user interface design, sales and marketing, advertising and public relations. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="219" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GraphicDesign_7.17.13.jpg" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GraphicDesign_7.17.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GraphicDesign_7.17.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College will begin offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design in Woodland Park, NJ, and through Berkeley College Online. The program is accepting enrollment for the Fall Quarter, which begins in September.     -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Offers Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic DesignPress Release135442Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/16/201320137/16/201320137/16/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   MARIANNE P. VAKALIS APPOINTED PROVOST OF BERKELEY COLLEGE  Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, has announced the appointment of Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, as Provost. Dr. Vakalis previously served as Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs and as Interim Provost since January 2013. “Dr. Vakalis has demonstrated her commitment to academic excellence while serving in numerous leadership roles at Berkeley College as well as at other institutions of higher learning,” Dr. Cortes said. “I look forward to working closely with Dr. Vakalis as we continue to strengthen our academic offerings and position Berkeley College for the future.” Dr. Vakalis began her tenure at Berkeley as Dean, Academic Affairs, New York, in November 2004. In September 2006, she was promoted to Vice President, Academic Affairs, New Jersey. Dr. Vakalis was appointed to the position of Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs in July 2009 and served as Interim Provost of Berkeley College from January to June 2013.  Prior to joining Berkeley College, Dr. Vakalis taught undergraduate and graduate computer science classes at Franklin University in Columbus, OH, for 10 years. While serving as a faculty member, she also held various administrative positions including Chair of the Computer Science Department; Assistant Dean of the School of Computer & Information Sciences; and Associate Dean of the Ross School of Management & Leadership. Dr. Vakalis holds an EdD in Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University; an MEd in Educational Technology from the University of Bath, England; and a BS in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Hull, in England. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="337" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/M_Vakalis7.11.13.jpg" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/M_Vakalis7.11.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/M_Vakalis7.11.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, was recently appointed Provost of Berkeley College.   -end-     000Marianne P. Vakalis Appointed Provost of Berkeley CollegePress Release135364Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/9/201320137/9/201320137/9/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES THE ARTWORK OF THE </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BROOKLYN STREETCAR ARTISTS GROUP </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artists from the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists Group (BSAG) at the Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is on display from July 12 through September 30.  The gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Thursday, July 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Curator, said, “We are pleased to display the work of talented artists from BSAG—a nonprofit group whose mission is to create opportunities for artists and art lovers of all ages.  I’m well acquainted with BSAG as a multicultural group composed of some of the finest artists working today in Brooklyn and the surrounding area.” Founded in 2009, BSAG found a home in Coney Island Hospital, Brooklyn, maintaining a gallery year-round with three to four rotating shows annually.  BSAG also works with local schools, showing students’ work between regular exhibitions.  It has grown to become one of the premier organizations in Brooklyn to exhibit the work of current artists.  For more information about the BSAG artists and the exhibit, contact Mr. Keiber at  rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistHerbAlwais_070113.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistHerbAlwais_070113.jpg Photo Caption A: “Sheepshead Bay,” an acrylic by Herb Alwais, one of the featured artists from the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists Group with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery from July 12 through September 30.       <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistEllenHoyt_070113.jpg" width="155" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_ArtistEllenHoyt_070113.jpg Photo Caption B: “Fulton Landing,” a watercolor by Ellen Hoyt, one of the featured artists from the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists Group with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery from July 12 through September 30.                                                                                    - end -   000Berkeley College Celebrates the Artwork of the Brooklyn Streetcar Artists GroupPress Release135293Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/5/201320137/5/201320137/5/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <h2 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"> JULY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 600 Getty Avenue, Clifton: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 1-8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.        Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 15 East Blackwell Street, Dover: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.       Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.        Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.    Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 25 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. It offers  immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet online staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision</a>.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.  Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.            Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.             Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.           Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.         July 25 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. It offers  immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet online staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision</a>.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. July 17-18 Healthcare Summer Workshop:  Examine the different roles and skills involved in healthcare.  Instructors with professional experience will give you the training you need to get started.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Hands-on design project and field trips to design showrooms.  Experienced interior design professionals will discuss fundamentals and a range of career opportunities. Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>. Legal and Justice Studies Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 24-25 Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.            Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>.   - end -        000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release135292Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/3/201320137/5/201320137/5/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE EXPANDS PROGRAMS AND ADDS LOCATIONS IN MERGER WITH DOVER BUSINESS COLLEGE On Monday, July 1, Dover Business College students began classes as Berkeley College students, the result of a planned merger recently approved by the U.S. Department of Education. These students will continue in their clinical and certificate programs at the Clifton and Dover, NJ, locations. The merger adds programs in some of today’s most in-demand careers.  The Medical Assistant, Surgical Technology, Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse, and Surgical Processing Technician clinical and certificate programs join the range of bachelor’s and associate degree programs offered by Berkeley College at seven other locations in New Jersey and New York and through Berkeley College Online.  The Practical Nurse, Medical Assistant certificate and Surgical Technology program, respectively, are approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. “This expansion is a natural fit, in keeping with the Berkeley College mission to empower students to achieve success in dynamic careers,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Like Berkeley College students, Dover students are career-focused and well prepared. They benefit from experienced, supportive faculty and staff, as well as programs designed to meet business and professional demands of today’s marketplace.” Dover Business College was founded in 1958 and was accredited by the Association of Independent Colleges and Schools in 1974. In the last five years, the college awarded more than 2,800 diplomas in healthcare, information technology and business programs.  Seventy-five thousand square feet of renovated facilities at the Clifton and Dover, NJ, locations include modern and technologically well-equipped classrooms, libraries, computer labs, academic support centers, nursing practice areas, practical operating rooms and medical laboratories.  Now, at the Dover location, students may enroll in degree programs in additional career fields, such as Marketing Communications, Management and Legal Studies.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. The College has six New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, Newark, Clifton and Dover.  In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC-CliftonSign-2-008.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: A merger of Dover Business College with Berkeley College has expanded students’ career options.  Medical Assistant, Surgical Technology, Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse, and Surgical Processing Technology clinical and certificate programs join a range of bachelor’s and associate degree programs offered by Berkeley College.  The merger also adds two locations in Clifton (above) and Dover, NJ. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC-CliftonSign-2-008.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC-CliftonSign-2-008.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="225" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC_DoverExt_070313.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption B: A merger of Dover Business College with Berkeley College has expanded students’ career options.  Medical Assistant, Surgical Technology, Multi-Level Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse, and Surgical Processing Technology clinical and certificate programs join a range of bachelor’s and associate degree programs offered by Berkeley College.  The merger also adds two locations in Clifton and Dover (above), NJ. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC_DoverExt_070313.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BC_DoverExt_070313.jpg</a> - end -000Berkeley College Expands Programs and Adds Locations in Merger with Dover Business CollegePress Release135227Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/28/201320136/28/201320136/28/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM STATEN ISLAND RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CLUB NJ Berkeley College is proud to announce that Adriana Abreu of Staten Island, NY, has received a scholarship from the International Commerce Club NJ. Ms. Abreu is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in International Business at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. It is the second consecutive year Ms. Abreu has received the scholarship. The goal of the International Commerce Club, based in Secaucus, NJ, is to foster international trade and development in the tri-state area. Ms. Abreu was awarded the scholarship for the quality of her essay about the proposed Transatlantic Free Trade Agreement between the United States and the European Union. “The International Commerce Club has partnered with Berkeley College for several years,” said Karin Alfonso, ICC President. “We continue to be impressed with the aptitude and qualifications of Berkeley College students who compete for the scholarship each year.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Staten Island Receives Scholarship from International Commerce Club NJPress Release135217Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/27/201320136/27/201320136/27/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE ONE OF THE FIRST TO BE CERTIFIED WORLDWIDE FOR EXCELLENCE BY THE UNITED STATES DISTANCE LEARNING ASSOCIATION (USDLA)   Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, is pleased to announce that Berkeley College Online has received Quality Standards (QS) certification for excellence from the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA).  Berkeley College is one of the first colleges or universities worldwide to receive this certification. Institutions that receive <a href="http://www.usdla.org/usdla-quality-standard-certificate/">USDLA/QS certification</a> have been evaluated using 124 standards that focus on the areas of administration; leadership and management; student affairs; and teaching and learning.  Certification is awarded for a five-year period, subject to performance and annual renewal. “Receiving USDLA Quality Standards certification signifies that Berkeley College is committed to excellence in online learning and teaching, and demonstrates that our online programs adhere to high academic standards and rigor,” Dr. Cortes said.  “I am especially proud of the positive remarks from the reviewers about the support for the Berkeley College Online faculty, and the responsiveness to students by both the faculty and professional support services staff.”  Earlier this year Berkeley College celebrated the 15th anniversary of its innovative online learning and teaching program. The online program has flourished since Berkeley College first began offering online courses in 1998 and accredited online degrees in 2003. Nearly 2,700 students are enrolled in online programs. Berkeley College Online offers more than 250 online courses each quarter. The USDLA is a nonprofit organization formed in 1987 and located in Boston, MA. The organization promotes the development and application of distance learning for education and training and serves the needs of the distance learning community by providing advocacy, information, networking and opportunity.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -000Berkeley College Online One of First to Be Certified WorldwidePress Release135160Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse6/25/201320136/25/201320136/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES VOLUNTEER IN NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY ON FOURTH ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY More than 200 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 800 hours of service at 29 community agencies in New York and New Jersey as part of the fourth annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, June 7. In New York, volunteers had opportunities to volunteer in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Rockland and Westchester counties. Associates worked in soup kitchens, stocked food pantry shelves, sorted library materials and delivered meals to the homebound elderly. In New Jersey, volunteers had opportunities to volunteer in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Passaic, Somerset and Union counties. Associates cleared park trails, prepared for a charity fundraiser, completed projects with children, and served meals to the homeless. Community Service Day is an initiative of Berkeley Cares, which throughout the year assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. “Berkeley College has a long tradition of serving organizations in New York and New Jersey that need our assistance,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, who volunteered with associates at the New York Public Library in Manhattan. “Community Service Day is an educational opportunity for our associates and alumni to learn more about the communities where we work and live as we support them with our voluntary efforts.” For a full list of community agencies that participated in Community Service Day, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/news_room.htm</a> and click on PR Resources. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJ_CSDRReservation_060713.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJ_CSDRReservation_060713.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJ_CSDRReservation_060713.jpg</a>  Photo Caption A: Despite heavy downpours, Berkeley College associates cleared trails at the Ramapo Reservation in Mahwah, NJ, on the fourth annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, June 7. More than 200 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 800 hours of service at community agencies in New Jersey and New York. Pictured is Randy B. Luing, Berkeley College Board Vice Chairman (left), with Berkeley College associates. <img alt="" height="294" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_CSDBronxB_060713.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_CSDBronxB_060713.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_CSDBronxB_060713.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College associates volunteered at Rocking the Boat in the Bronx, NY, an organization that empowers young people through building wooden boats, on the fourth annual Community Service Day, held Friday, June 7. More than 200 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 800 hours of service at community agencies in New York and New Jersey. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Associates Volunteer in New York and New Jersey on 4th Annual Community Service DayPress Release135159Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/25/201320136/25/201320136/25/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATE FROM BREWSTER RECEIVES AWARD FOR GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR STUDENTS   <img alt="" height="261" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_SDCLAwardDSantiago_062513.jpg" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_SDCLAwardDSantiago_062513.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_SDCLAwardDSantiago_062513.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Antonio Santiago, Berkeley College Dean, Advisement, White Plains, NY, is the recipient of the 2013 Staff and Student Appreciation Award sponsored by the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life in White Plains. Mr. Santiago, a resident of Brewster, NY, received the award for going above and beyond in serving students. Presenting the award is Berkeley College student Kimberly Pennington, who attends Berkeley College in White Plains.  -end-   000Berkeley College Associate from Brewster Receives Award for Going Above and Beyond for StudentsPress Release135148Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/201320136/24/201320136/24/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 24. 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ARTISTS OF THE SUMMER—</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;">  THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SANDRA GOTTLIEB AND THE CALLIGRAPHY OF ROSE SIGAL-IBSEN         </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Sandra Gottlieb and the calligraphy of Rose Sigal-Ibsen at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st  Street.  This exhibit is on display from July 1 through 31—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.                         Ms. Gottlieb was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where she attended Brooklyn College and studied ballet.  She performed professionally with a number of ballet and modern dance companies and believes these performances gave her a feeling for movement and an awareness of change from moment to moment.  Ms. Gottlieb says this contributed to her eventual photographic vision.  Her interest in photography led to an affinity with a wide range of American abstract painters, such as Mark Rothko, Milton Avery and Morris Louis. She said, “I absorbed what I could from all of them, and found my work becoming more and more poetic, conveying the sense of impermanence in both nature and in human existence.”     Ms. Gottlieb’s photography was placed on display at this gallery June 3.  Having met with much interest, the showing of her work has been extended through the end of July.  She is a member of the Professional Women Photographers and the National Association of Women Artists.  She took first place in the nature/water category at the Prix de la Photographie in Paris, France.  Rose Sigal-Ibsen is a renowned painter and calligrapher. Born in Romania, she and her family migrated to Israel after World War II and moved to the US in 1957.  She found work as an enamelist and studied jewelry design at the Fashion Institute of Technology  in New York, receiving many design awards.  In 1979, she began studying Sumie paintings at the KoHo School of Sumi-e in New York and Chinese brushwork at the Zhejiang Academy in China.  She says that calligraphy came about because, “When I went to China to study, something happened in my heart – the brush, the paper and I have become one spirit.”  An exhibit of her art was featured at this gallery in May 2013 as well as the Berkeley College Midtown Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, in April 2011.  Ms. Sigal-Ibsen has had several exhibitions in the U.S. and abroad.  For more information about both artists and the exhibit e-mail Robert Keiber, Curator, at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSandraGottlieb_070113.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSandraGottlieb_070113.jpg Photo Caption A: “City Tulips,” from a series of photographs by Sandra Gottlieb on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery,  12 East 41st Street, from July 1 through 31.        <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistRoseSigalIbsen_070113.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistRoseSigalIbsen_070113.jpg Photo Caption B: “Nothingness,” from artist Rose Sigal-Ibsen's exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, 12 East 41st Street, from July 1 through 31.                                                                                - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents Artists of the Summer - Sandra Gottlieb and Rose Sigal-IbsenPress Release135142Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/201320136/24/201320136/24/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATE FROM WHITE PLAINS RECEIVES WESTCHESTER LEGEND AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO STUDENTS <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="220" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AnnMarieOwen.jpg" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AnnMarieOwen.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AnnMarieOwen.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Ann Marie Owen, Administrative Assistant, Advisement and Student Records, Berkeley College, White Plains, NY, is the recipient of the 2013 Berkeley College Student Development and Campus Life Westchester Legend Award. The annual award is presented to a staff member who has enriched the lives of students through dedication, hard work and genuine care. Pictured (left to right) are Ms. Owens, a resident of White Plains, NY, and Alicia Martinez, Berkeley College Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, White Plains. -end-                         000Berkeley College Associate from White Plains Receives Award for Outstanding Service to StudentsPress Release135087Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/19/201320136/19/201320136/19/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN WALL STREET RUN AND HEART WALK TO BENEFIT AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_WallStRunHeartWalk_061913.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_WallStRunHeartWalk_061913.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_WallStRunHeartWalk_061913.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College associates and students recently participated in the Wall Street Run and Heart Walk to benefit the American Heart Association. As part of the Berkeley Cares initiative, associates and students are encouraged to give back to the community by assisting charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success. Participating in the walk (left to right) are Ozzie Sykes, Berkeley College student and Brooklyn resident; Gesselle E. Carradero, Community Relations Director, American Heart Association, Greater New York City area; and Melissa Vidam, Director, Multicultural & Community Affairs at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY.   -end-   000Berkeley College Associates and Students Participate in Wall Street Run and Heart WalkPress Release134985Newsroomfalse6/6/201320136/6/201320136/6/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE FURTHERS WOODLAND PARK RENAISSANCE    The Woodland Park Renaissance of Berkeley College began in earnest this spring with major architectural renovations to serve the needs of students better at the Woodland Park, NJ, location.  The project, which will be completed in phases, includes a new Student Center as well as renovations to the Admissions and Academic buildings. “Berkeley College’s Woodland Park Renaissance will provide a newly transformed state-of-the-art facility that will enhance the teaching and learning environment,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “In addition, it will offer new academic programs that serve our students in their quest for career success.”  The old Student Center will become the new Admissions Visitor Center.  The adjacent building, which formerly served as student housing, will be renovated to include an atrium, student lounge and dining services, state-of-the-art library, Academic Support Center, bookstore and fitness room.  The transformation will include the creation of new design studios that will support the popular Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program in Interior Design, as well as the proposed new Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Graphic Design. The renovations in the Academic buildings will accommodate the widening fields of interest among students in International Business, Management, Accounting, Justice Studies, Legal Studies, Fashion Marketing and Management, Marketing Communications and Information Technology Management. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKGroundbreaking3.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption A: Major architectural renovations to better serve the needs of students at the Woodland Park, NJ, location of Berkeley College include a new Student Center as well as renovations to the Admissions and Academic buildings.  At the Groundbreaking Ceremony are, left to right, Mark Wagener, Vice President for Operations; Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman; Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President; and Donald Devine, Senior Vice President, Finance, Administration and Chief Financial Officer. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKGroundbreaking3.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKGroundbreaking3.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="223" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK-Ren1.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption B: In 2011, as part of the Berkeley College Woodland Park Renaissance, the location began undergoing smaller renovations that included widening of the entrance from Rifle Camp Road, improvement of lighted pedestrian walkways and installation of handicapped-accessible ramps.  The major architectural changes now underway to better serve the needs of students include a new Student Center as well as renovations to the Admissions and Academic buildings.  <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK-Ren1.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK-Ren1.jpg</a> - end -           000Berkeley College Furthers Woodland Park RenaissancePress Release134978Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/5/201320136/5/201320136/5/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JUNE EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATION The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: June 15  Berkeley College will host a Design a Kitchen Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This is a great opportunity to design a new kitchen and explore a new career.  Faculty members share their professional design expertise as they present an overview of the Interior Design degree programs at Berkeley College, hands-on instruction, and insight into careers in this field. The fee for the workshop is $35, and space is limited.  For more information, call Elaine Coleman at 201-967-9667, ext. 1770, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Kitchen2013">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Kitchen2013</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATION The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   June 15             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. It offers immediate information regarding online learning and acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet online staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision</a>.     <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width:102.32%;" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:26.62%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> - end -      000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release134972Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse6/5/201320136/5/201320136/5/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS DONNA M. BOLES AS NEW JERSEY ALUMNA OF THE YEAR   During the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, Berkeley College presented Donna M. Boles of Morris Township in Morris County, NJ, with the New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award. The award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and personal fulfillment. Ms. Boles graduated from Berkeley College in Ridgewood in 1972 with an Associate’s degree. The New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and personal fulfillment. “As an alumna of Berkeley College, a senior manager at Becton Dickinson and Company and in her leadership roles in several philanthropic and professional organizations, Ms. Boles is a wonderful role model for our graduates,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. Ms. Boles joined BD (Becton Dickinson and Company) in 1973. In 2005, she was appointed Senior Vice President, Human Resources. In this role, she is responsible for all worldwide human resource activity within the company, which spans 50 countries. Active in philanthropic and human resources organizations, Ms. Boles has served on the Board of Trustees of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Morris, Bergen, Sussex & Passaic, Inc. since 2005 and currently serves as Chairwoman of that Board. She also serves on the Board of the Center for Human Resource Strategy at Rutgers University and is an Executive Committee member of the HR Advisory Councils of the Conference Board. In addition, Ms. Boles is a member of the Society of Human Resource Managers and the Executive Leadership Council. In 2012, Savoy Magazine named Ms. Boles as one of the “Top Influential Women in Corporate America.” The Network Journal magazine named her one of the “25 Influential Black Women in Business” in 2011, and Black Enterprise magazine named Ms. Boles one of the “75 Most Powerful Women in Business” in 2010. In addition to her education at Berkeley College, Ms. Boles holds a BA from Upsala College and an MBA from Pace University. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_AlumofYRNJ_050913.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_AlumofYRNJ_050913.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_AlumofYRNJ_050913.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College presented Donna M. Boles of Morris Township, NJ, with the New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award at the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Left to right are Ms. Boles and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.   - end -    000Berkeley College Honors Donna M. Boles as New Jersey Alumna of the YearPress Release134946Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/4/201320136/4/201320136/4/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <img alt="" height="216" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NewYorkMemDay2013-2.jpg" width="300" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NewYorkMemDay2013-2.jpg <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College held a Memorial Day ceremony at the Midtown Manhattan location on May 30, 2013. The observance featured the folding of an American flag to remember fallen soldiers and recognized the more than 500 Berkeley College students and staff members who served in the Armed Forces. The ceremony also commemorated Memorial Day with the grand re-opening of the Veterans Resource Center at the New York City location. Left to right are student veterans Jose Gomez and Matteo Bonomo. Mr. Bonomo also recently participated in the Veterans History Project, of the Library of Congress, which helps to contribute information to collect, preserve, and archive personal accounts of American service members for future generations to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war.                                                                           - end - 000Berkeley College Observes Memorial Day with Ceremony in New York CityPress Release134945Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/4/201320136/4/201320136/4/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <img alt="" height="225" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJMemorialDay_.jpg" width="300" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJMemorialDay_.jpg <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College held a Memorial Day ceremony at the Newark location on May 29, 2013. The observance featured a candle-lighting ceremony to remember fallen soldiers and recognized the more than 500 Berkeley College students and staff members who served in the Armed Forces. The ceremony also featured guest speakers who gave their insights on what Memorial Day means to them. Left to right are Stan Holland, Campus Operating Officer, Newark; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Tami Maurer, Associate Director, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; and student veteran Luis Sosa.                                                                                                              - end - 000Berkeley College Observes Memorial Day with Ceremony in NewarkPress Release134851Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/28/201320135/28/201320135/28/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PAINTINGS OF SUNJOY JEERGALL – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> ARTWORK ON THE DARK SIDE     </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Sunjoy Jeergall at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43st Street. This exhibit is on display from June 3 through 28—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Born in India, Sunjoy Jeergall was raised in an artistic family and learned to paint and sculpt at an early age. He participated in juried art competitions and won many prizes, including a silver medal and first prize at the state level for his paintings.  In 1987, he moved to Ahmadabad, India, where he worked at the Kanoria Center for Art.  He became acquainted with many well-known contemporary artists and organized his first solo exhibition at the Contemporary Art Gallery.  The artist moved to the US in 1996 and currently works in his home studio in the Washington, DC area.     About his work, Mr. Jeergall says, “I always imagine the huge universe that has billions of stars and planets full of living and nonliving objects governed by mysterious cosmic powers.  Much of my work is dark—the dark backgrounds representing the space in the universe—with life represented by the forms resembling celestial beings living as a group.”  His solo exhibits include the Unitarian Universalists Sterling Gallery, Sterling, VA; World Fine Art Gallery, New York, NY; Kaiser Permanente Gallery, Reston, VA; and the Elizabeth Public Library Gallery, Elizabeth, NJ.  Group exhibits include the Rochester Contemporary Art Center, Rochester, NY; DC Art Center Gallery, Washington, DC; Museum of Contemporary Art, Washington, DC; and the Hyderabad Art Society Art Exhibition, Hyderabad, India. For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.sunjoyjeergall.com">www.sunjoyjeergall.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="173" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSunjoyJeergall_060313.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSunjoyJeergall_060313.jpg Photo Caption: “Dark World,” from an exhibit by Sunjoy Jeergall on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from June 3 through 28.          - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents the Paintings of Sunjoy Jeergall - Artwork on the Dark SidePress Release134818Executive BiographyNewsroomfalse5/28/201320135/28/201320135/28/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BOARD CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCES NEW TRUSTEES Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing is pleased to announce the appointments of Julio C. Monroy and Angelica O. Tang to the Berkeley College Board of Trustees. Julio C. Monroy, a Berkeley College alumnus, has more than 10 years of experience in healthcare marketing.  He started his career at Pfizer, Inc., in New York, NY, supporting patient education and promoting brand awareness in the fields of diabetes, urology and pulmonary hypertension in the United States.  At Olympus Surgical & Industrial America, Orangeburg, NY, Mr. Monroy had product and marketing responsibilities for innovative surgical techniques that advanced minimally invasive surgery to improve patient care. He currently holds the position of Senior Marketing Manager at Maquet Cardiovascular in Mahwah, NJ, where his responsibilities include global strategic and tactical marketing initiatives. Mr. Monroy received an MBA in marketing from St. John’s University in Queens, NY, and a BBA in Business Management from Berkeley College in Manhattan, NY.  He currently resides in Maywood, New Jersey. Angelica O. Tang is Executive Director, Committee of 100, New York, NY.  The Committee’s efforts involve encouraging constructive relations between the peoples of the United States and Greater China, as well as encouraging the full participation of Chinese Americans in all aspects of American life.  Ms. Tang came to C-100 after a distinguished career in local and federal government, serving Asian American and other immigrant communities, and being engaged in bilateral relations with China.  Ms. Tang has served the public in many capacities, including as Coordinator of Community Affairs, Office of New York City Council President; Director of International Business, New York City Commission for International Business and United Nations; Executive Director, New York City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and Language Services; and as the Secretary’s Regional Representative, United States Department of Labor. Ms. Tang received a BA in Comparative Literature from Princeton University and resides in New York, NY. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.       <img alt="" height="214" src="http://www.Berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JMondry_ers.jpg" width="150" /> http://www.Berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JMondry_ers.jpg Photo Caption A:  Julio C. Monroy, Senior International Marketing Manager, Maquet Cardiovascular, Mahwah, NJ, is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees. <img alt="" height="214" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ATang.jpg" width="150" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ATang.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ATang.jpg</a> Photo Caption B:  Angelica O. Tang, Executive Director, Committee of 100, New York, NY, is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.                                                                                                                                     -end-     000Berkeley College Board Chairman Announces New TrusteesPress Release134755Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/24/201320135/24/201320135/24/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> NEW ROCHELLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HONORS CYNTHIA RUBINO, BERKELEY COLLEGE VP OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, NY <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_RubinoAward_052413.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_RubinoAward_052413.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_RubinoAward_052413.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Eli Gordon, New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, congratulates Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Vice President of Government Relations, New York, at the 11th Annual Women of Excellence New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce reception.  Each year the New Rochelle Chamber recognizes women who have made a difference in the New Rochelle community, and this year’s awards selected women in education. Additional honorees this year included Karenann Carty, EdD, Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs, Monroe College and Diane C. Massimo, PhD, Assistant Superintendent, City School District of New Rochelle.  The Muriel Zoukas Young Leader of Tomorrow Award winners were Leah Genevieve Siesfeld and Catherine “Cassie” White, both of New Rochelle High School.  - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Honors Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College VP of Government AffairsPress Release134750Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/23/201320135/23/201320135/23/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS CHERYL HUTIN LAVERY AS NEW YORK ALUMNA OF THE YEAR  During the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, Berkeley College presented Cheryl Hutin Lavery of Manhattan, NY, with the New York Alumni of the Year Award. The award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and personal fulfillment. Ms. Hutin Lavery graduated from Berkeley College in White Plains in 1984 with an Associate’s degree.  “Ms. Hutin Lavery has successfully advanced her career and served her community,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “As a Berkeley College alumna, she is a shining example of what can be accomplished with hard work and a college degree.”  Ms. Hutin Lavery currently serves as Head of Human Resources for BAM (Build America Mutual Assurance Company). She has devoted significant time to mentoring and literacy programs in New York City, including Everybody Wins, a reading program for public school children, and the Development School for Youth in the All Stars Project.  She will earn a BS in Business Administration with a Human Resources concentration from Empire State College this year.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AlumofYrNY_042613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AlumofYrNY_042613.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_AlumofYrNY_042613.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College presented Cheryl Hutin Lavery of Manhattan, NY, with the New York Alumni of the Year Award at the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Left to right are Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, and Ms. Lavery.  - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Honors Cheryl Hutin Lavery as New York Alumna of the YearPress Release134742Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/23/201320135/23/201320135/23/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS COLLECT BOOKS TO BENEFIT VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA   <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_VietVetsBookDrive_052213.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_VietVetsBookDrive_052213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_VietVetsBookDrive_052213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College libraries in Woodland Park, Paramus and Newark held a book drive recently in support of National Library Week. The theme for this year’s National Library Week was “Communities matter @ your library” and all of the books collected at Berkeley College were donated to Vietnam Veterans of America. Helping to pack up the books in the library at Woodland Park are Berkeley College students (left to right) Emmanuel Garcia of Clifton, Cathlene Mackie of Belvidere, and Jonathan Melo of Cliffside Park.   -end-       000Berkeley College Associates and Students Collect Books to Benefit Vietnam Veterans of AmericaPress Release134735Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/22/201320135/22/201320135/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE POETIC PHOTOGRAPHY </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> OF SANDRA GOTTLIEB             </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Sandra Gottlieb at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street. This exhibit is on display from June 3 through 28—Monday through Friday—from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Raised in Brooklyn, NY, Ms. Gottlieb studied ballet throughout her school years.  She attended Brooklyn College, and when not in classes, performed professionally with a number of ballet and modern dance companies. These performances gave her a feeling for movement and an awareness of change from moment to moment—both, she believes, contributing to her eventual photographic vision.   When she received a camera as a birthday present, she found taking pictures immediately satisfying, and began studying at the International Center of Photography with photographer and master printer Jerry Vezzuso who strongly encouraged her to continue in this field.     Ms. Gottlieb’s new interest in photography led to an affinity with a wide range of American abstract painters. “I found in Rothko a strong sense of structure wedded to color,” she said.  “In Milton Avery, I recognized his very personal interpretation of reality, focused on the edge of the sea.  Morris Louis was a model for his veils of diaphanous color.”  She absorbed what she could from all of them, and found her work becoming more and more poetic, conveying the sense of impermanence in both nature and in human existence.     Her solo exhibits include the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art, Midland, MI;  the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta, GA; Gadsden State Community College, Gadsden, AL;  and Louisburg College, Louisburg, NC.  Group exhibitions include Monmouth Museum, Lincroft, NJ; Brenda Taylor Gallery, New York, NY; Norwood University, West Palm Beach, FL; and the Noyes Museum of Art, Oceanville, NJ. Ms. Gottlieb is a member of the Professional Women Photographers and the National Association of Women Artists.  She took first place in the nature/water category at the Prix de la Photographie in Paris, France.       For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.sandragottlieb.com">www.sandragottlieb.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSandraGottlieb_060313.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_ArtistSandraGottlieb_060313.jpg Photo Caption: “City Tulips,” from a series of photographs by Sandra Gottlieb on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 12 East 41st Street, from June 3 through 28.          - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents the Poetic Photography of Sandra GottliebPress Release134592Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/15/201320135/15/201320135/15/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS FROM PATERSON SPREAD CHEER DURING  CHILDREN’S AID AND FAMILY SERVICES EVENT <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_CAFS_051513.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_CAFS_051513.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPK_CAFS_051513.jpg</a> Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College students Celiness Correa and Adrianna Mendez, both of Paterson, NJ, volunteered to clown around during the “Under the Big Top” event organized by Children’s Aid and Family Services. The nonprofit organization serves to help and protect vulnerable children, young adults, frail elderly and their families. The students attend Berkeley College in Woodland Park and volunteered at the event as part of a community outreach initiative organized by the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life.   -end-     <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Students from Paterson Spread Cheer at Children's Aid and Family Services EventPress Release134552Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/14/201320135/14/201320135/14/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE SELECTS RICHMOND HILL RESIDENT AS STUDENT COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudSpeaker_042613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudSpeaker_042613.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudSpeaker_042613.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College selected Reuel Roopnarine of Richmond Hill in Queens, NY, as the student speaker at the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. “As I look out into this sea of hopeful souls, I find unlimited potential. Each of you has had your trials, your ups and your downs. And you are sitting here now not by luck or mere happenstance. It was hard work, dedication, respect, commitment – these were the tools for your success,” Mr. Roopnarine told the graduates. “You are the leaders, the heroes, the agents of change society has been waiting for. You can change this world and you will leave a mark.” Mr. Roopnarine completed a Bachelor’s of Science in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice. Left to right are Mr. Roopnarine and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.  - end -  000Berkeley College Selects Reuel Roopnarine as Student Commencement SpeakerPress Release134538Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/13/201320135/13/201320135/13/20132013     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 13, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ANNA GOROVITS AS ONLINE STUDENT OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrOnl_050913.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrOnl_050913.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrOnl_050913.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College presented Anna Gorovits of Brooklyn, NY, with the 2013 Online Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The Online Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. Ms. Gorovits completed her Bachelor of Business Administration in Fashion Marketing and Management. Left to right are Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College and Ms. Gorovits.   - end -    000Berkeley College Honors Anna Gorovits as Online Student of the YearPress Release134516Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/10/201320135/10/201320135/10/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MAAMIDEEDE HUDSON AS NEW YORK STUDENT OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudofYrNY_042613.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_StudofYrNY_042613.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College presented Maamideede Hudson of Yonkers in Westchester County, NY, with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award during the 2013 Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. Ms. Hudson completed her Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Health Services Management. Left to right are Ms. Hudson and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. - end -000Berkeley College Honors Maamideede Hudson as New York Student of the YearPress Release134508Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/10/201320135/10/201320135/10/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS JERSEY CITY RESIDENT AS NEW JERSEY STUDENT OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrNJ_050913.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrNJ_050913.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/All_StudofYrNJ_050913.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College presented Maria Isabel Alarcon of Jersey City, NJ, with the 2013 New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. Ms. Alarcon completed her Bachelor of Science in International Business. Left to right are Ms. Alarcon and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.   - end -000Berkeley College Honors Maria Isabel Alarcon as New Jersey Student of the YearPress Release134668Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/9/201320135/20/201320135/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE – NEW YORK UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION RANKS HIGH IN 2013 PAYSCALE, INC. ROI SURVEY New York, NY – In a recent study published by PayScale, Inc. about return on investment (ROI) for an undergraduate college degree, Berkeley College – NY, was ranked among the top 4% in the nationwide study of universities and colleges*. The study projects an average annual ROI over 30 years of between 7.3% and 8.4% for Berkeley College graduates, depending upon whether or not the investment is calculated to include financial aid.  “We are very proud of this high rank in terms of ROI because it recognizes one of the rewards for earning a degree from Berkeley College. Berkeley College not only educates, but also prepares graduates for successful careers in more than 20 fields,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. * PayScale, Inc. 2013 College ROI Report   - end -000Berkeley College - New York Undergraduate Education Ranks High in 2013 PayScale, Inc. ROI StudyPress Release134469Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/9/201320135/9/201320135/9/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> MORE THAN 1,900 STUDENTS RECEIVE DIPLOMAS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE </div> Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 26, to honor and celebrate Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2013.  More than 1,900 students from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York and Berkeley College Online received Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees. The College also held a Virtual Commencement to honor its more than 300 graduating online students. “The Class of 2013 is the largest graduating class in the history of Berkeley College. The youngest graduate is 19 years old and the oldest is 66 years old,” Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, told the graduates. “Today, all of you are embarking on an exciting new journey for which you are well prepared. Celebrate your graduation and be proud of what you have accomplished.”   During their college careers, the members of the graduating class served internships at more than 1,000 companies, including Bloomingdale’s, Price Waterhouse Cooper, The New York Times Company and Verizon, among others.   Nina Vaca, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Technical Resources, Inc., delivered the Commencement Address and was presented with an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree.   “Today, your education has leveled the playing field,” Ms. Vaca told the graduates. “Today, not only do you change your life, but you have the opportunity to change generations for your family.”   The College also recognized students Maria Isabel Alarcon of Jersey City, NJ; Maamideede Hudson of Yonkers, NY; and Anna Gorovits of Brooklyn, NY; with Robert Maher Outstanding Student awards. Cheryl Hutin Lavery of Manhattan, NY, Class of 1984, and Donna M. Boles of Morris Township, Class of 1972, were recognized with Alumni of the Year awards.   A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementA_042613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementA_042613.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementA_042613.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Family and friends fill the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 26, to honor and celebrate Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2013. More than 1,900 students from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York and Berkeley College Online received Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementB_042613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementB_042613.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ALL_CommencementB_042613.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Nina Vaca, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Technical Resources, Inc., delivers the Commencement Address to the Berkeley College Class of 2013. Ms. Vaca was given an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree. More than 1,900 students from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York and Berkeley College Online received Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees at the Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 26 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. - end - 000More Than 1,900 Students Receive Diplomas from Berkeley CollegePress Release134443Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/7/201320135/7/201320135/7/20132013 Berkeley College Students Celebrate Earth Day by Cleaning Up the Downtown Brooklyn Community   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY CLEANING UP THE DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN COMMUNITY   <img alt="" height="224" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown1_050213.jpg" width="300" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown1_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown1_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College students and associates gave back to the downtown Brooklyn community, in celebration of Earth Day, by participating in the Downtown Business Partnerships College Town Service Days.  In late April, they performed community services in a variety of neighborhood parks.  Among other projects, the teams painted fences, repaired ball field fences, cleaned up leaves and mulched garden areas.   Left to right, cleaning up Cadman Plaza Park, are Berkeley College students Mellisa Sinclair, Amelia Davis and Gloydette Williams, all of Brooklyn, NY.      <img alt="" height="224" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown2_050213.jpg" width="300" />                                                                   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown2_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_CollegeTown2_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College students and associates gave back to the downtown Brooklyn community, in celebration of Earth Day, by participating in the Downtown Business Partnerships College Town Service Days.  In late April, they performed community services in a variety of neighborhood parks.  Getting ready for a hard day’s work at Commodore Barry Park are (third from right) Sherrille Shabazz, Berkeley College Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Brooklyn, along with students (left to right) Kyle Glean-Roach, Amelia Davis, Mellisa Sinclair, Emroy Caesar (kneeling), Jerica Sandiford, Andre Turner, Kayla Coston and Joshua Gonzalez, all of Brooklyn, NY.      - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>  000Berkeley College Students Celebrate Earth Day by Cleaning Up the Downtown Brooklyn CommunityPress Release134361Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/6/201320135/6/201320135/6/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS WITH COLLEGES NATIONWIDE IN THE 13TH ANNUAL RECYCLEMANIA COMPETITION  TO HELP REDUCE CAMPUS WASTE Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined with 523 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 13th Annual RecycleMania Tournament. This year, participating schools collected 90.3 million pounds of recyclables and organic materials and prevented the release of the equivalent of nearly 121,436 metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Weekly results were tracked throughout the two-month tournament. Altogether, Berkeley College prevented the release of 73 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent into the atmosphere, which amounts to the energy consumption of six households or keeping 14 cars off of the road for two months. In a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition among the seven College locations, the Midtown Manhattan location was named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for the Most Waste Reduction and the White Plains location won for the Most Recycling. “RecycleMania provided a great opportunity for the Berkeley community to engage in recycling and waste reduction,” said Jeffrey Ehalt, Berkeley College Director of Operations and Interim Director of Sustainability. “These environmentally friendly practices now will be carried with each person throughout his or her life at home, school and work.” For more information on recycling statistics at Berkeley College go to <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm</a> A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Recyclemania_050613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Recyclemania_050613.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYC_Recyclemania_050613.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined with 523 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 13th Annual RecycleMania competition. In a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition, the Midtown Manhattan location was named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for the Most Waste Reduction. Left to right are Jeffrey Ehalt, Berkeley College Director of Operations and Interim Director of Sustainability and Sharod Tomlinson, Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Midtown Manhattan location. <img alt="" height="251" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Recyclemania_050613.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Recyclemania_050613.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_Recyclemania_050613.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined with 523 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 13th Annual RecycleMania competition. In a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition, the White Plains location in Westchester County, NY, was named RecycleMania Champion for the Most Recycling. Left to right are Laura V. Harste, PhD, Instructor, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, and Chair, Project Greenpath; Alicia Martinez, Berkeley College Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, White Plains; Andrea Nemeth, Berkeley College Assistant Campus Operating Officer, White Plains and Midtown Manhattan; and Ashlee Carter, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, White Plains.                                                                                       -end-   000Berkeley College Participates in the 13th Annual RecycleMania TournamentPress Release134316Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/3/201320135/3/201320135/3/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS IN WHITE PLAINS CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY PAINTING FLOWER POTS AND PLANTING SEEDS TO BENEFIT LOCAL SENIOR CENTER <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_EarthDay_050213.jpg" width="200" />     <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_EarthDay_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WST_EarthDay_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: In celebration of Earth Day, Berkeley College students in White Plains decorated flower pots and planted seeds in the pots that were then donated to the White Plains Senior Center. Pictured left to right are students Janisha West of Campbell Hall, NY, and Alyssa Wehner of New Monmouth, NJ. -end-   000Berkeley College Students in White Plains Celebrate Earth DayPress Release134315Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/3/201320135/3/201320135/3/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE RANKED AMONG BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY  Berkeley College recently was named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for 2013. This is the eighth year the College has received the award.  “Berkeley College is honored to be recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “This award acknowledges that the College has changed the lives of not only our students, but also the lives of the faculty and staff who find fulfillment in their work.” The awards program, created in 2005, was designed to identify and honor the places of employment in New Jersey that benefit the state’s economy, workforce and businesses. The program was produced by NJBIZ in partnership with Garden State Council SHRM, The New Jersey State Chamber, Employers Association of New Jersey and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. The presenting sponsor was Metlife Solutions Group and the major event sponsor was Gibbons, P.C.  The Best Places to Work in New Jersey program recognizes 100 companies in two groups, depending on number of employees. “The benefits offered by Berkeley College to our more than 800 associates help us to attract and keep the best faculty and staff,” said Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources. “In addition to offering flexible scheduling that helps balance work and home life, additional benefits include waiving tuition at Berkeley College for associates and their dependents; an associate referral incentive program; a Healthy Living Wellness Program; a flexible spending account for out-of-pocket expenses; pet insurance; and a paid time-off policy to help balance work and family life. Many associates also enjoy Community Service Day, which benefits numerous individuals and families served by non-profit charitable organizations throughout New Jersey.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Best_Places_to_WorkNJ.jpg" width="300" />    Photo Caption: Berkeley College was honored at the Best Places to Work in New Jersey awards dinner and reception. Left to right are Bellaria Jimenez, Managing Director, Metlife Solutions Group, Presenting Sponsor; Karen Carpentieri, Vice President of Human Resources and Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman of Berkeley College; and June Inderwies, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer, Gibbons, P.C., Major Event Sponsor. This is the eighth year Berkeley College has received the honor. The award program, produced by NJBIZ, is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in New Jersey, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce and businesses. http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Best_Places_to_WorkNJ.jpg - end -    000Berkeley College Ranked Among Best Places to Work in New JerseyPress Release134295Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/201320135/2/201320135/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM PATERSON MODELS IN  LAST CALL STUDIO BY NEIMAN MARCUS SPRING FASHION SHOW  <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionBerry_050213.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionBerry_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionBerry_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Marshall Berry of Paterson models in the “Spring Into Fashion” Fashion Show held recently at Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus located in Paramus. The show was coordinated by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students. The students were invited back to run the spring show after successfully coordinating and running a “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show at the store during the 2012 Holiday Season.   -end-   <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Paterson Student Models in Spring Fashion Show at Last Call Studio by Neiman MarcusPress Release134294Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/201320135/2/201320135/2/20132013       <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>    BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM PROSPECT PARK MODELS IN SPRING FASHION SHOW AT LAST CALL STUDIO BY NEIMAN MARCUS <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionSaki_050213.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionSaki_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionSaki_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Amira Saki of Prospect Park models in the “Spring into Fashion” Fashion Show held recently at Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus located in Paramus. The show was coordinated by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students. The students were invited back to run the spring show after successfully coordinating and running a “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show at the store during the 2012 Holiday Season.   -end-   000Prospect Park Student Models in Spring Fashion Show at Last Call Studio by Neiman MarcusPress Release134293Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/201320135/2/201320135/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM SOMERSET MODELS IN SPRING FASHION SHOW AT LAST CALL STUDIO BY NEIMAN MARCUS <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionHall_050213.jpg" width="200" />     <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionHall_050213.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionHall_050213.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Coral Hall of Somerset models in the “Spring into Fashion” Fashion Show held recently at Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus located in Paramus. The show was coordinated by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students. The students were invited back to run the spring show after successfully coordinating and running a “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show at the store during the 2012 Holiday Season. -end-   000Somerset Student Models in Spring Fashion Show at Last Call Studio by Neiman MarcusPress Release134292Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/201320135/2/201320135/2/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT STUDENTS RUN SPRING FASHION SHOW AT LAST CALL STUDIO BY NEIMAN MARCUS  <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PAR_FashionLineup_050213.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students recently ran a “Spring into Fashion” Fashion Show at Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus located in Paramus. The students were invited back to run the show after successfully coordinating a “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show at the store during the 2012 Holiday Season. “The fashion shows were a wonderful learning experience that helped us bring all of the pieces we learned in the classroom into a real-life situation,” said Julie Vinolas, a Fashion Marketing and Management student who served as a coordinator of the show and also is Editor in Chief of “Berkeley Fashion,” a student magazine at Berkeley College in Paramus. Pictured front to back are Berkeley College student models Erica Guzman of Clifton; Brittany Richardson of Lodi and Amira Zaki of Prospect Park. To view a photo slideshow of the “Spring into Fashion” Fashion Show <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsYgnAomK1o&feature=youtu.be">click here</a>. -end-   000Berkeley College Students Run Spring Fashion Show at Last Call Studio by Neiman MarcusPress Release134272Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/1/201320135/1/201320135/1/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP TO ESSAY WINNER FROM RIDGEFIELD PARK  <img alt="" height="309" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Garcia_Cecilia_2013.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Garcia_Cecilia_2013.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Garcia_Cecilia_2013.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently presented Cecilia Garcia of Ridgefield Park with a $1,500 scholarship. Ms. Garcia was the winner of an essay contest held to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the College’s online learning and teaching program. The topic of the essay contest was “Who in the World Has Provided Your Learning Inspiration?” Ms. Garcia wrote about her son, Alexander, who has a learning disability, as her inspiration. “Whenever I think it is getting too difficult to balance my schoolwork while raising two children and working full time, I think of Alexander,” she wrote. “He inspires me to never give up, work hard and always set high goals for myself, as he himself has done.” Ms. Garcia received an AAS from Berkeley College in 1985 and is currently pursuing a BS in Management through Berkeley College Online. She was named Berkeley College Alumna of the Year for New York in 2012, and serves as Vice President, Operations Division, at Goldman Sachs. - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College Awards Scholarship to Essay Winner from Ridgefield ParkPress Release134139Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/19/201320134/19/201320134/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MAY EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  May 11      Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.      The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: May 7 Berkeley College will host an Interior Design Seminar at 6:00 pm.  This is a great opportunity to meet with faculty and see how ideas for designing innovative living and working spaces can become a reality.  Get firsthand exposure to modern computer-aided design technology.  The event is free.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. FLW, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu.  May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.       NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.     The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  May 11            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.       ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. May 11           Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is for high school seniors and adult students, and offers immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/Decision. Berkeley College will host an Open House from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The event is for high school juniors. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OH3, or visit BerkeleyCollege.edu/OpenHouse.                                                                                            - end - <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width: 102.32%" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 26.62%">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="clear: both">  </div>   000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release134094Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/17/201320134/17/201320134/17/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE LAUNCHES ONLINE VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER FOR STUDENTS  Berkeley College is proud to announce the launch of an Online Veterans Resource Center (VRC) for students. By visiting the Online VRC, student veterans can find information about Veterans Affairs benefits, connect in real time with the staff of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, and research military-related community service opportunities. “Berkeley College created the Online Veterans Resource Center to enhance the capabilities of our on-site VRCs,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “The Online VRC gives us an opportunity to reach a far greater number of student veterans, as well as students who are active service members stationed overseas.” Berkeley College serves approximately 500 military students in New Jersey and New York, and through Berkeley College Online. The College currently has VRCs at its locations in Midtown Manhattan, NY; and Newark and Woodland Park, NJ. A VRC is scheduled to open at the Brooklyn, NY, location this spring. The Online VRC can be viewed at <a href="http://berkeleycollege.libguides.com/veterans">http://berkeleycollege.libguides.com/veterans</a> Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. The College has been recognized as a Military-Friendly College by G.I. Jobs magazine and Military Advanced Education magazine, and was ranked in the top five on the Military Times magazine “Best for Vets: Colleges 2013” list. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Launches Online Veterans Resource Center for StudentsPress Release134977Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/16/201320136/5/201320136/5/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>     BERKELEY COLLEGE HOLDS 5TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PANEL  IN PATERSON, NJ <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WomLeadPanel.jpg" width="300" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WomLeadPanel.jpg Photo Caption: Celebrating women in power, Berkeley College recently hosted the 5th Annual Women’s Leadership Panel at the Brownstone in Paterson, NJ. Six distinguished leaders spoke to Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and community members about how they define leadership, how they became involved in the public sector, and the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in power. Left to right are the Honorable Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate; Director Deborah Hoffman, Passaic County Economic Development; Assemblyman Tim Eustace (D-38th); Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs; Senator Sandra Cunningham (D-31st) and Senator Nellie Pou (D-35th). Not pictured is Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi (R-39th).  - end -000Berkeley College Holds 5th Annual Women's Leadership Panel in Paterson, NJPress Release133982Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/10/201320134/10/201320134/10/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of three artists—Rose Sigal-Ibsen, Corky Lee and Wang Fangyu—at a new gallery at the New York City Midtown location, 12 East 41st Street.  The exhibit will be on display from May 1 through 28.  The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Friday, May 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.       Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Curator, said, “As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re happy to exhibit the work of these fine artists at our new gallery.” He explained that monthly art exhibits will continue to be held at the New York City Midtown location at 3 East 43rd Street, and the 41st Street gallery will be reserved for special exhibits and events.     Featured artists are:  Rose Sigal-Ibsen:  She is a renowned painter and also a calligrapher. Calligraphy came about because, as she says, “When I went to China to study, something happened in my heart—the brush, the paper and I have become one spirit.” She has had several exhibitions in the US and abroad, and won recognition for all of her work.  An exhibit of her art was featured at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, in April 2011.    Corky Lee:  Known as the “undisputed unofficial Asian American photographer laureate,” Mr. Lee’s photographs have documented the daily lives of Asian Pacific Americans as well as various historical moments in American history.  His main goal is to chronicle and explore the diversity and nuances of Asian American culture overlooked by mainstream media, and to make sure Asian American history is included as a part of American history.  He has said, “Every time I take my camera out of my bag, it’s like drawing a sword to combat indifference, injustice and discrimination, trying to get rid of stereotypes.”  Wang Fangyu:  The late artist was known as an excellent calligrapher.  His work was exhibited in many solo exhibitions around the US and in other countries, including Switzerland, Germany, China and South Korea. ''It seems to me,'' he once said, ''that I belong to a very small group of Chinese artists, painters and calligraphers of the second half of the 20th century who have succeeded in revitalizing an art form without turning our backs on tradition.'' For more information about all three artists and the exhibit, contact Mr. Keiber at  rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/rosesigalibsen.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/rosesigalibsen.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/rosesigalibsen.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Artwork by Rose Sigal-Ibsen, one of the featured artists with work on display at the new Berkeley College New York City Midtown location gallery, 12 East 41st Street, from May 1 through 28.       <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/corkylee.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/corkylee.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/corkylee.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Photography by Corky Lee, one of the featured artists with work on display at the new Berkeley College New York City Midtown location gallery, 12 East 41st Street, from May 1 through 28.       <img alt="" height="276" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/wangfangyu.jpg" width="150" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/wangfangyu.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/wangfangyu.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Calligraphy by the late Wang Fangyu, one of the featured artists with work on display at the new Berkeley College New York City Midtown location gallery, 12 East 41st Street, from May 1 through 28.                                                                                                                                     - end - 000Berkeley College Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthPress Release133877Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/3/201320134/3/201320134/3/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATE FROM MONTCLAIR IS AUTHOR OF TWO BOOKS AND WAS NAMED AN AMAZON TOP 100 AUTHOR IN JANUARY AND FEBRUARY <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceRT3.14.13.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceRT3.14.13.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceRT3.14.13.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Shelly Nice, Berkeley College Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, is the author of two new books, “The Hope Chest” (Price Publishing LLC, February 2013) and “Plain Change” (Price Publishing LLC, March 2013).  Ms. Nice, a resident of Montclair, writes Amish Christian romances under the pseudonym Sarah Price, and was named an Amazon Top 100 author in January and February. Many of her stories are based on people she has met and her own experiences living among the Amish community. For more information visit <a href="http://www.sarahpriceauthor.com">www.sarahpriceauthor.com</a>.   -end-     000Berkeley College Associate from Montclair is Author of Two BooksPress Release133845Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201320134/1/201320134/1/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES ASIAN AMERICAN AND </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of two artists—Natsuko Hattori and Natsuki Takauji—at the Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is now on display and will continue through June 30.  The gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.  Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Curator, said, “Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a celebration of the culture, traditions and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the US.  We’re pleased to exhibit the work of both these  talented, well-known artists.”  Artist Natsuko Hattori was born in Fukuoka, Japan.  She studies with Bruce Dorfman, renowned artist, at the Art Students League of New York, and sees fabric as her medium of choice.  The Art Students League presented her with the Student Concours Mixed Media award (first prize), a Merit Scholarship and the Red Dot Prize.  At the Williamsburg Art and Historical Center, Brooklyn, NY, she received the Grand Harvest Emerging Artists award at the Williamsburg Art and Historical Center in Brooklyn.   She has exhibited her work at the Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art in Japan and in New York City at Gallery 61, Studio 57 Gallery, Joy Grace Institute and Caelum Gallery.  Last month her work was on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery. Born in Tokyo, Japan, Natsuki Takauji studied at Waseda University in Tokyo, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in creative writing.  For a while she worked as a teacher and novelist, but came to realize what she wanted to do was paint.  Ms. Takauji came to New York in 2008 and starting drawing and painting intensively under Knox Martin, Bruce Dorfman and Charles Hinman in the Art Students League of New York.  She has since evolved to work in sculpture, welding and carpentry, using mixed media such as fabrics, wood and steel—all currently at her studio in Long Island, NY.  Ms. Takauji has exhibited her artwork at the Affordable Art Fair, New York, NY; Ouchi Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; the Manhattan Borough President’s Office, New York, NY; the Renaissance Java Café, Brooklyn, NY; and the Phyllis Harriman Mason Gallery, New York, NY.  She had a solo exhibition at the Atlas Café, Brooklyn, NY.  And she was featured at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery in November 2012. For more information about these artists and the exhibits, contact Mr. Keiber at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="149" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukohattori.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukohattori.jpg Photo Caption:  Artwork by Natsuko Hattori, one of the featured artists with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery from April 1 through June 30.  <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukitakauji.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukitakauji.jpg Photo Caption: Artwork by Natsuki Takauji, one of the featured artists with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery from April 1 through June 30.                                                                            - end -      000Berkeley College Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthPress Release133839Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201320134/1/201320134/1/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE LAUNCHES NEW BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN FASHION MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT WITH A MINOR IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS   Berkeley College is pleased to announce a new Fashion Marketing and Management bachelor’s degree program with a minor in International Business. The new program is currently accepting enrollment in Midtown Manhattan, NY; Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, NJ; and through Berkeley College Online. “This is the first of several formal minor programs that Berkeley College plans to launch in an effort to broaden job prospects for our graduates,” said Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Interim Provost. The new degree program with the International Business minor, encompasses the same number of credits as the popular Fashion Marketing and Management program which is still offered at Berkeley College. However, the new program combines fashion with international business courses. Fashion students enrolled in the program are required to take a total of 20 credits towards the minor, including three international business courses and two foreign language courses.  “Berkeley College understands that fashion is a global industry so it is a logical extension to introduce this minor into the Fashion Marketing and Management program,” said Guy Adamo, PhD, Berkeley College Chair, Fashion, Larry L. Luing School of Business. “This new program will give fashion students a deeper perspective into the global marketplace and additional merchandising career opportunities.” Mariela Torres, Berkeley College Senior Director, Career Services, said that students who combine Fashion Marketing and Management with International Business have a competitive advantage in the workplace. “A lot of the major designers are overseas. Students going into areas such as wholesale merchandizing or product development will be heavily involved in developing product lines and finding vendors outside the United States,” Ms. Torres said A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -   000Berkeley College Launches New Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Marketing and Management with a Minor in International BusinessPress Release133790Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/28/201320133/28/201320133/28/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF INNOVATIVE ONLINE LEARNING AND TEACHING Berkeley College recently held a ceremony and reception to kick off the 15th anniversary of its innovative online learning and teaching program. The online program has flourished since Berkeley College first began offering online courses in 1998 and accredited online degrees in 2003. Since 2003, the number of students enrolled in online programs has increased from 49 to 1,086. Berkeley College Online offers 250 online courses each quarter. “It has been a busy, exciting, creative and innovative 15 years,” said Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online. “As technology changes, we can never anticipate what will be next. But the student remains our focus, and as we continue on, it will be with a watchful eye to student success.” The yearlong celebration includes a student essay contest that will award a $1,500 scholarship and a “Voices of Inspiration” video series that highlights successful students and alumni. The anniversary reception also featured an Online Art Show that displayed virtual works submitted by faculty members and associates. In April, Berkeley College will hold a Virtual Commencement to honor its graduating online students. The anniversary celebration will conclude with National Distance Learning Week in November. A fact sheet is available by visiting <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> and clicking on Newsroom, then PR Resources.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BCOAnniversary.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BCOAnniversary.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently held a ceremony and reception to celebrate its 15th anniversary of innovative online learning and teaching. Left to right are Brian D. Luing, Trustee; Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online; Patricia Greer, JD, Faculty member and former Dean, Berkeley College Online; Carol Smith, Assistant Provost, Online; and Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Celebrates 15 Years of Innovative Online Learning and TeachingPress Release133779Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201320133/26/201320133/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK OF LINDA BUTTI – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> EMOTIONAL, SENSATIONAL AND INTUITIVE    </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Linda Butti at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from April 3 through 30 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, April 4, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Ms. Butti is a New York based artist who received both a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Brooklyn College.  She also has a doctoral equivalency in Art from the City University of New York.  “I have been painting since I was a child,” said Ms. Butti.  “I work continuously on various art pieces and feel I have no choice but to express myself through my work.  It is both a blessing and a curse as my life as an artist brings with it intense feelings to everything.”  She believes her artwork stems from a private place where a combination of emotions, sensations and intuitions rule.        Her solo exhibits include St. John’s University, Staten Island, NY; Mohawk Valley Center for the Arts, Little Falls, NY; Elaine Benson Gallery, Bridgehampton, NY; Whitehall  Gallery, New York, NY; and Princeton University League Gallery, NJ.  In 2009, she had a solo show at Berkeley College, New York City Midtown Gallery.   Ms. Butti has exhibited in more than 200 juried group shows nationally and internationally, including Korea and China.  Ms. Butti is a member of Women in the Arts and the American Society of Contemporary Artists, both in New York City.  She is the recipient of numerous art awards, and seven New York State Council on the Arts grants.  She also was elected Woman of the Year by the National Organization of Italian-American Women (1992) and is included in Who’s Who of American Art. For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.lindabutti.com">www.lindabutti.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="137" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/lindabutti_cherrytree.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/lindabutti_cherrytree.jpg Photo Caption: “Cherry Tree” from an exhibit by Linda Butti on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from April 3 through 30.          - end - <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Linda Butti - Emotional, Sensational and IntuitivePress Release133778Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201320133/26/201320133/26/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center;">  BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;">       APRIL EVENTS</h2>   April 20 Berkeley College will participate in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Sports Challenge. The event is held at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ, on the same field shared by the Giants and Jets.  Activities kick off at 9:00 am.  The challenge is a mini-Olympic style competition where ten-person teams compete against each other in athletic events. This will be the second year that Berkeley College has had a team on this field, with all proceeds going toward finding a cure for Cystic Fibrosis.  For more information, contact Robert Oddo, Senior Director of Enrollment, on 201-967-9667, ext. 1701, or <a href="mailto:rmo@berkeleycollege.edu">rmo@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  You can also visit  <a href="http://www.cff.org/Chapters/newjersey/index.cfm?ID=23823&blnShowBack=True&idContentType=1418&Event=23823">http://www.cff.org/Chapters/newjersey/index.cfm?ID=23823&blnShowBack=True&idContentType=1418&Event=23823</a>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  April 27           Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  April 27             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  April 27             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day  from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: April 27              Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   April 27            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: April 27            Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  April 27             Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. April 27 Berkeley College will host an Immediate Decision Day from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" height="14" width="926"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:27.04%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> - end -        000Berkeley College Announces April EventsPress Release133776Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201320133/26/201320133/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY MEMBER FROM MANHATTAN IS AUTHOR OF NEW HAIKU POETRY BOOK   <img alt="" height="257" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Robert_Keiber.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Robert_Keiber.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Robert_Keiber.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Robert Keiber, Faculty member, English, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, is the author of “Urban Hykool: The Zen of The City” (The Tuxedo Group, 2013), a book of poems that captures moments in chaotic urban life using traditional haiku poetry. In addition to teaching, Mr. Keiber is the curator of the Berkeley College Art Galleries in Midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY, and is a motivational speaker. His first book, “Fear is Good” (Houghton Mifflin, 2000), is a guide for using fear as energy in public speaking. -end-  000Berkeley College Faculty Member from Manhattan is Author of New Haiku Poetry BookPress Release133677Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse3/20/201320133/20/201320133/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> PINNACLE’S NINA VACA TO ADDRESS BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATES AT 2013 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY   Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, is pleased to announce that Nina Vaca, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Technical Resources, Inc., will address graduates at the Berkeley College 2013 Commencement Ceremony.  Ms. Vaca also will receive an honorary degree at the ceremony that will take place on Friday, April 26, 2013, at the IZOD Center, 50 Route 120 in East Rutherford, NJ. Approximately 2,100 students from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online will receive Bachelor’s or Associate’s degrees this year. “As Berkeley College celebrates the achievements of the Class of 2013, we are honored to have as our commencement speaker, Nina Vaca, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Technical Resources.  By sharing her professional and personal experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, Ms. Vaca will inspire our students to achieve their dreams,” said Dr. Cortes. Under Ms. Vaca’s leadership, Pinnacle, a Dallas-based information and technology services provider to Fortune 500 companies, has become the fifth fastest growing firm in a $20 billion dollar industry, and now has revenues of $200 million which includes 4,000 consultants across the United States and Canada. As one of five children born to Ecuadorian immigrants, and the first in her family to graduate from college, Ms. Vaca believed in her dreams to build a better life through entrepreneurship and civic leadership.  Through her hard work and dedication, Pinnacle is now one of the most widely recognized and honored companies nationwide, garnering over 38 national and local awards in the past seven years including consecutive top rankings from Inc. 500, and the Staffing Industry Report. In 2005, Ms. Vaca appeared in Fast Company Magazine as one of the Top 25 Women Business Builders in the country.  She has been featured in numerous publications both domestically and internationally to include Vanidades, Ali, Entrepreneur, Kiplinger, Forbes, Fast Company, Hispanic, KERA CEO Review and Latino Leaders. Ms. Vaca’s story opens the Entrepreneur chapter of “Understanding Business,” a McGraw Hill textbook used for teaching entrepreneurship at universities today. She is a recipient of the coveted Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award for Technology and Communications for the Southwest Region. In 2010, she was named one of the 100 most influential Hispanics in America by Latino Leaders Magazine. Ms. Vaca is a graduate of Texas State University with a B.A. in Speech Communications and Business Administration where she was honored as the youngest Distinguished Alumna in university history. She also holds a Doctor of Laws “Honoris Causa” from Northwood University. She is a graduate of the Harvard Business School – Corporate Governance Executive Program. Ms. Vaca is a member of the Board of Directors for several corporations including Comerica, Inc. and Kohl’s.  In addition, she is Chairman Emeritus of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and one of the founding board members of Startup America Partnership. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains.In New Jersey there are four locations— Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. . Photo Caption: Pinnacle’s Nina Vaca, Chairman and CEO, will address students during the Berkeley College 2013 Commencement Ceremony to be held on Friday, April 26, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nina_Vaca.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nina_Vaca.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="280" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Nina_Vaca.jpg" width="200" />000Pinnacle's Nina Vaca to Address Berkeley College GraduatesPress Release133656Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ASTORIA AND GOTHENBURG RECEIVES ALL-ACADEMIC HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior guard Alexander Loniakan of Astoria in Queens, NY, and Gothenburg in Sweden has received All-Academic honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Loniakan is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Alex is one of the finest scholar-athletes we have ever had at Berkeley College,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “He is intelligent, diligent and extremely hardworking. He is well deserving of this prestigious academic honor.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="178" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Alex_Loniakan.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Alex_Loniakan.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College junior guard Alexander Loniakan of Astoria in Queens, NY, and Gothenburg in Sweden received All-Academic honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Astoria and Gothenburg Receives All-Academic Honors from USCAAPress Release133655Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior forward/center Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Stable is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Jose is a three-time All-American who has led this program to new heights with three consecutive undefeated Hudson Valley Athletic Conference championships and three consecutive bids to the USCAA National Championships,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “He has averaged a double-double for his career and was among the national leaders in both points per game and rebounds per game. He has been the best player to wear the Berkeley College uniform, and he will be missed.” Mr. Stable also was named to the All-Tournament team for the USCAA National Championships, held at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus. The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="205" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAJoseStable.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAJoseStable.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College senior forward/center Jose Stable of Brooklyn, NY (right), and Vince Capozzi, Penn State Fayette Athletic Director. Mr. Stable received All-American and All-Tournament honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133653Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM CENTRAL ISLIP RECEIVES ALL-ACADEMIC HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore guard Janay Thomas of Central Islip in Suffolk County, NY, has received All-Academic honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. Ms. Thomas is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Janay has been a leader both on and off the court this season, handling most of the point guard duties while also performing exceptionally well in the classroom,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “She is well deserving of this prestigious academic honor.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="195" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JanayThomas.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JanayThomas.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore guard Janay Thomas of Central Islip, NY, received All-Academic honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Central Islip Receives All-Academic Honors from USCAAPress Release133652Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM TRENTON RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman guard Isaac Robinson of Trenton in Mercer County, NJ, has received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Robinson is a student at Berkeley College in Newark. “Ike, despite being a freshman, has been one of the best offensive players in the country this season,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “As the course of the season unfolded, he became as important on the defensive end as he has always been on the offensive end. We look forward to seeing him improve even more in the years to come.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="168" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IsaacRobinson.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IsaacRobinson.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College freshman guard Isaac Robinson of Trenton, NJ, received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Trenton Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133650Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Williams is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Kaseem is an All-American in every sense of the word,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His steady composure both on and off the court and his willingness to do whatever it takes to put his team in a position to win served as the perfect complement to his teammates. Kaseem could have easily averaged two or three more points per game, but instead he sacrificed scoring opportunities for the good of the team. He will truly be missed.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAKaseemWilliams.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAKaseemWilliams.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College senior guard Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn, NY (right), and Vince Capozzi, Penn State Fayette Athletic Director. Mr. Williams received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133649Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM JERSEY CITY RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Gary Williams Jr. of Jersey City in Hudson County, NJ, has received All-American Honorable Mention honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Williams is a student at Berkeley College in Newark. “There has never been a player like Gary at Berkeley College,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “In addition to attending school and playing on the team, Gary has worked the overnight shift at the U.S. Post Office all three years. There is not a more decent or more caring player or role model at Berkeley College, and we look forward to Gary remaining involved in the program following graduation.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. In New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="171" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GaryWilliamsJr.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GaryWilliamsJr.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College senior guard Gary Williams Jr. of Jersey City, NJ, received All-American Honorable Mention honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Jersey City Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133648Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received All-American honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Milan has been the rock of this team all season,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “The team could count on her to put up a double-double every game and be the go-to player both offensively and defensively. She was a leader both on and off the court. She truly epitomizes the meaning of All-American.” Ms. Germany also was named to the All-Tournament team for the USCAA National Championships, held at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus. The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="167" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAMilanGermany.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAMilanGermany.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY (right), and Vince Capozzi, Penn State Fayette Athletic Director. Ms. Germany received All-American and All-Tournament honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133647Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ST. ALBANS RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY, has received All-American Honorable Mention honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. Ms. Brown is pursuing a degree through Berkeley College Online. “Aiyesha has been with the program from the very beginning and she truly deserves this recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Aiyesha has improved tremendously these last three seasons and has been the clear leader of the team.” Ms. Brown also was named to the All-Tournament team for the USCAA National Championships, held at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus. The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="184" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAAiyeshaBrown.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAAiyeshaBrown.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College senior guard Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY (right), and Vince Capozzi, Penn State Fayette Athletic Director. Ms. Brown received All-American Honorable Mention and All-Tournament honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for women’s basketball. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from St. Albans Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133646Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/19/201320133/19/201320133/19/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM JAMAICA RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior guard Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens, NY, has received All-American Honorable Mention honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Bovell is a student at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. “Jovan has served as the X-factor for the team during the past two seasons and has always managed to have his very best games in the most important games of the season,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Great things are expected of him next season with the graduation of players Jose Stable and Kaseem Williams.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="183" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAJovanBovell.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAJovanBovell.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College junior guard Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens, NY (right), and Vince Capozzi, Penn State Fayette Athletic Director. Mr. Bovell received All-American Honorable Mention honors from the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Jamaica Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release133521Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/14/201320133/14/201320133/14/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS IN WHITE PLAINS HOLD MASQUERADE BALL TO BENEFIT OPERATION SMILE     <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MaskBall2.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MaskBall2.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MaskBall2.jpg</a> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life, Berkeley Emerging Leaders, and the Student Government Association in White Plains held a series of fundraisers, including a Masquerade Ball, raising $1,167 to benefit Operation Smile. The nonprofit organization provides free surgeries to children born with a cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities. Attending the Masquerade Ball left to right are students Nalesha Narine of Queens Village and Jazmin Martorell of South Ozone Park.   - end - <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College in White Plains Holds Masquerade Ball to Benefit Operation SmilePress Release133382Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/6/201320133/6/201320133/6/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> BERKELEY COLLEGE IN WOODLAND PARK INTRODUCES NEW PROGRAMS  Berkeley College is pleased to announce that several new degree programs will be offered at the Woodland Park location in 2013. The College is currently accepting enrollment for Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs in Marketing Communications and Information Technology Management through the Larry L. Luing School of Business, and in Interior Design and Legal Studies through the School of Professional Studies. “Berkeley College is pleased to offer these new programs to our students in Woodland Park as part of a quality, student-centered education,” said Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Interim Provost. “Each program has been developed to meet specific industry demands and to equip our students with the skills needed to be successful in their future careers.”   The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_business/degree_program_2681.htm#page=overview">Marketing Communications</a> program was developed in response to real-world market dynamics and focuses on the shift to digital and social media in advertising, public relations and other communications. Faculty members teach tangible skills that apply directly to the day-to-day tasks of marketing communicators and brand managers. Graduates of the Marketing Communications program will be trained to work in areas such as social media strategy, market research, media planning, media buying, brand management, advertising, public relations, and other functions involving communications.    The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_business/degree_program_2665.htm#page=overview">Information Technology Management</a> program offers a solid foundation of business and information technology core courses with additional courses in Web design, network security and database management. Students learn to manage the technology necessary to meet a company’s business goals and maximize organization productivity.  The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_professional_studies/degree_program_1511.htm#page=overview">Interior Design</a> program, including the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, focuses on areas sought by career professionals in today’s marketplace, including sustainability, lighting and space planning. The studio-based curriculum prepares graduates to work in residential or commercial interior design.   The <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/school_of_professional_studies/degree_program_4350.htm#page=overview">Legal Studies</a> program gives students a broad skill set with which to enter the legal support professions. Students will develop critical reasoning abilities as well as communication, research and writing skills. Those interested in law school will benefit from the online pre-law school advisory center. Graduates of this program are prepared to work in a variety of areas including law firm administration and corporate, eldercare, real estate, family, criminal and property law.   Berkeley College students in each of these programs will complete an internship prior to graduation. Career specialists work with students on an individual basis to help them obtain internships that are best suited to the students’ interests and chosen career fields.   A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>  000Berkeley College in Woodland Park Introduces New ProgramsPress Release133334Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/28/201320132/28/201320132/28/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>     BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES GOLD AWARD FOR RAISING MORE THAN $10,000 TO BENEFIT JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION    <img alt="" height="188" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFGoldAward.jpg" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFGoldAward.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFGoldAward.jpg</a> Photo Caption (L to R): Amira Zaki of Jersey City and Rigoberto Ramirez of Garfield, both students at Berkeley College in Paramus, hold the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Gold Award that was recently presented to Berkeley College for raising more than $10,000 to benefit the JDRF. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to funding research to find a cure for juvenile diabetes. Berkeley College associates and students raised funds by participating in the annual Walk to Cure Diabetes. - end -   000Berkeley College Receives Gold Award for Raising More Than $10,000 to Benefit JDRFPress Release133303Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/26/201320132/26/201320132/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS WORK ALONGSIDE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS AT COUTURE FASHION WEEK IN NEW YORK CITY <img alt="" height="269" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionA.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionA.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionA.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Elin Sjodin of Järfälla in Sweden prepares a model for the runway at Couture Fashion Week. The event was held from February 15 to 17 at the New Yorker Hotel in Manhattan, NY. Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students helped with all aspects of production, including communications, backstage, reception, tailoring, design and marketing. To view a video about the students’ preparation for Couture Fashion Week, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas</a> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionB.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionB.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CoutureFashionB.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College student Victoria Brekke of Trondheim in Norway works in the hair and makeup room during Couture Fashion Week. The event was held from February 15 to 17 at the New Yorker Hotel in Manhattan, NY. Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students helped with all aspects of production, including communications, backstage, reception, tailoring, design and marketing. To view a video about the students’ preparation for Couture Fashion Week, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas</a>  - end - 000Berkeley College Students Work Alongside Industry Professionals at Couture Fashion Week in New York CityPress Release133302Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/26/201320132/26/201320132/26/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS SCULPTURES IN FABRIC –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  THE ART OF NATSUKO HATTORI   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Natsuko Hattori at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from March 4 through 29 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, March 7, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Born in Fukuoka, Japan, Ms. Hattori started her art training at age 14 studying drawing and painting at an artist’s atelier.  She graduated from the University of Tsukuba with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.  Since 2010, she has been studying with Bruce Dorfman, renowned artist, at the Art Students League of New York.    “Fabric is my medium of choice because people everywhere can relate more easily to this material which conveys warmth, natural softness and the intimate human touch,” said Ms. Hattori. “My sculptures are created from balls that are individually wrapped with fabric and bound together.  Each ball represents the inner state of mankind.”  She strives to have her work convey a sense of happiness and celebrate the human spirit.   “I have not seen sculpture as new, creative and refreshing in ages,” said Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College.  “I predict Ms. Hattori is going to be very big in the art world.”    Ms. Hattori is the recipient of many awards.  The Art Students League of New York presented her with the Student Concours Mixed Media award (first prize), a Merit Scholarship and the Red Dot Prize.  At the Williamsburg Art and Historical Center, Brooklyn, NY, she received the Grand Harvest Emerging Artists award.  She has exhibited her work at the Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art in Japan and in New York City at Gallery 61, Studio 57 Gallery, Joy Grace Institute and Caelum Gallery.     For more information about the artist, visit natsukohattori.net.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="223" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukohattori_sculptures.jpg" width="300" />  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukohatori_sculptures.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukohatori_sculptures.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Artwork from “Sculptures in Fabric,” an exhibit by Natsuko Hattori on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from March 4 through 29.                                                                                   - end -  <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg">  </div> <div id="plugincheck_0909"> <div id="div_plugin_img_player" style="z-index: 102; position: absolute; padding-bottom: 12px; padding-left: 12px; padding-right: 12px; display: none; visibility: hidden; vertical-align: middle; top: 50%; padding-top: 12px; left: 50%">  </div> </div>   000Berkeley College Presents Sculptures in Fabric - the Art of Natsuko HattoriPress Release133282Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DavidStoler.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DavidStoler.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored David Stoler, Faculty member, English, with the 2012 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Mr. Stoler is a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Michael Jacobs, DA, Associate Chair, English, School of Liberal Arts, and Mr. Stoler. - end -000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release133281Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS STATEN ISLAND RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MichaelValletta.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MichaelValletta.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Michael Valletta, Faculty member, Interior Design, with the 2012 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Mr. Valletta is a resident of Staten Island, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Kevin Byrne, JD, ASID, Chair, Interior Design, School of Professional Studies, and Mr. Valletta. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Staten Island Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release133280Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS WEST MILFORD RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Berkeley College recently recognized James Grady, Faculty member, Accounting, with the 2012 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Mr. Grady is a resident of West Milford, NJ. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors West Milford Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release133279Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ASTORIA RESIDENT WITH ADJUNCT FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION Berkeley College recently recognized Julia Sorrentino with the 2012 Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award in Developmental Education. Ms. Sorrentino is a resident of Astoria in Queens, NY. The award recognizes an adjunct faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Astoria Resident with Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award, Developmental EducationPress Release133278Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS WHITE PLAINS RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR SCHOLARSHIP AND SERVICE <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MichaelJacobs.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MichaelJacobs.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Michael Jacobs, DA, Associate Chair, English, School of Liberal Arts, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in Scholarship and Service. Dr. Jacobs is a resident of White Plains, NY. The award was given in honor of Dr. Jacobs’ work to organize the Conference on Reading, Writing and Critical Thinking, which was held in October at Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. The conference was attended by more than 80 faculty members and academic administrators. Left to right are Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Interim Provost, and Dr. Jacobs. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors White Plains Resident with Faculty of the Year Award for Scholarship and Special ServicePress Release133277Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS NEW CITY RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RosalynAkalonu.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RosalynAkalonu.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Rosalyn Akalonu, JD, Faculty member, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Ms. Akalonu is a resident of New City, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Judith Kornberg, PhD, Dean, School of Professional Studies, and Ms. Akalonu. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors New City Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release133276Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS GREENBELT RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LeonGeter.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LeonGeter.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Leon Geter, DM, Chair, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the School of Professional Studies. Dr. Geter is a resident of Greenbelt, MD. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Judith Kornberg, PhD, Dean, School of Professional Studies, and Dr. Geter. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Greenbelt Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Professional StudiesPress Release133275Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS SOUTH BOUND BROOK RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GregoryHotchkiss.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GregoryHotchkiss.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Gregory Hotchkiss, PhD, Associate Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Dr. Hotchkiss is a resident of South Bound Brook, NJ. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, School of Liberal Arts, and Dr. Hotchkiss. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors South Bound Brook Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release133274Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS PATERSON RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MelissaBaralt.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MelissaBaralt.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Melissa Baralt, PhD, Faculty member, Math and Sciences, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the School of Liberal Arts. Dr. Baralt is a resident of Paterson, NJ. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Donald Kieffer, PhD, Dean, School of Liberal Arts, and Dr. Baralt. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Paterson Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, School of Liberal ArtsPress Release133273Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; top: 12px; left: 8px" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ASTORIA RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StellaNicolaou.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StellaNicolaou.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Stella Nicolaou, Faculty member, Fashion, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in online instruction in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Ms. Nicolaou is a resident of Astoria in Queens, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are Ms. Nicolaou and John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business. - end -000Berkeley College Honors Astoria Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release133272Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201320132/22/201320132/22/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD, LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RahulBedi.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RahulBedi.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Rahul Bedi, PhD, Associate Chair, Management, with the 2012 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in on-site instruction in the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Dr. Bedi is a resident of Manhattan, NY. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Left to right are John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business, and Dr. Bedi. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident with Faculty of the Year Award, Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release133270Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/21/201320132/21/201320132/21/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"> MARCH EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS   The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  March 23          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  March 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  March 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: March 23             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   March 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 23           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: March 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 23           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  March 10           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. March 23 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                               - end - <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="width: 927px; height: 19px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:27.04%;">  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> <td>  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>    000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release133240Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/21/201320132/21/201320132/21/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   ASSOCIATES AND STUDENTS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE IN NEWARK PREPARE MEALS FOR TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS    <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FoodBankNWK1.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FoodBankNWK1.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FoodBankNWK1.jpg</a> Photo Caption:  Sandra Garcia (center), Berkeley College Director Student Development and Campus Life, Newark, and Berkeley College students Michael Watson (left) and Dana Chijinhu, both of Newark, NJ, lend a helping hand at the God’s Love We Deliver kitchen in New York City.  This was one of several trips associates and students from Newark made to the kitchen to help the nonprofit organization that provides meals to terminally ill patients.   - end -   000Associates and Students from Berkeley College in Newark Prepare Meals for Terminally Ill PatientsPress Release133219Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS FROM HUDSON COUNTY PARTICIPATE IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that student veterans from Hudson County, NJ, have participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. The students recently were honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. The students attend Berkeley College in Newark. The following students from Hudson County were recognized: - Speedy Guareno of Kearny, U.S. Army - Evan Wright of Jersey City, U.S. Army In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SpeedyGuareno.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SpeedyGuareno.jpg Photo Caption (L to R): Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; student veteran Speedy Guareno of Kearny; and Stan Holland, Campus Operating Officer, Newark. Mr. Guareno was featured in a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. - end - 000Berkeley College Students from Hudson County Participate in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133218Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM ROSEDALE PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Bradley Clarke of Rosedale in Queens, NY, has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Mr. Clarke, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. He attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BradleyClarke.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BradleyClarke.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College student veteran Bradley Clarke of Rosedale in Queens (left) and Stan Holland, Campus Operating Officer, Newark. Mr. Clarke was featured in a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Rosedale Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133216Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM CONGERS PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Bradley Bateman of Congers in Rockland County, NY, has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Mr. Bateman, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. He attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Congers Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133215Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM SOUTHERN BRONX PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Beverly Mohedano of southern Bronx, NY, has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Ms. Mohedano, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. She attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Southern Bronx Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133214Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS FROM NEWARK PARTICIPATE IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that student veterans from Newark in Essex County, NJ, have participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. The students recently were honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. They attend Berkeley College in Newark. The following students from Newark were recognized: - Maja Johnson, U.S. Army - Roscelle Jones, U.S. Air Force In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MajaJohnson.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MajaJohnson.jpg Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student veteran Maja Johnson of Newark (left) and Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. Ms. Johnson was featured in a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RoscelleJones.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RoscelleJones.jpg Photo Caption B: Berkeley College student veteran Roscelle Jones of Newark (left) and Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. Mr. Jones was featured in a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. - end - 000Berkeley College Students from Newark Participate in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133212Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATE FROM DUMONT PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Bryan Guzman of Dumont in Bergen County, NJ, has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Mr. Guzman, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. He is a graduate of Berkeley College in Paramus. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Graduate from Dumont Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133211Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM ANGELES CITY PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Charles Stacruz of Angeles City in the Philippines has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Mr. Stacruz, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. He attends Berkeley College in Newark, NJ. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Philippines Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133210Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/20/201320132/20/201320132/20/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM FLUSHING PARTICIPATES IN LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Matteo Bonomo of Flushing in Queens, NY, has participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. Mr. Bonomo, a veteran of the U.S. Army, recently was honored at a gala held by Berkeley College and the Newark Museum to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces. He attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. In a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress, Berkeley College student veterans spoke about personal experiences during their military training and deployment. To view the video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a> “Berkeley College is proud to participate in this project to honor the more than 500 student veterans who are currently enrolled, their families and their loved ones,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We thank them for their time, their dedication and their willingness to share their personal history.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MatteoBonomo.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MatteoBonomo.jpg Photo Caption: Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (left) and student veteran Matteo Bonomo of Flushing in Queens. Mr. Bonomo was featured in a video that will be submitted to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Flushing Participates in Library of Congress Veterans History ProjectPress Release133125Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/15/201320132/15/201320132/15/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Ms. Germany was named HVWAC Rookie of the Week during the week of February 12 for her performance in a game against Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, during which she posted two double-doubles and made a crucial steal and assist. She also was named to the HVWAC Honor Roll during the week of February 5 for her performance in a game against NHTI (formerly New Hampshire Technical Institute), during which she scored 22 points and had 13 rebounds and five steals. “We are extremely proud of Milan for these well-deserved recognitions,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="174" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg Photo Caption: Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference for women’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from HVWACPress Release133124Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/15/201320132/15/201320132/15/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> <div id="plugpanel" style="position: absolute; display: block; visibility: hidden; left: 8px; top: 12px;" title="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg"> <a><img alt="ZoomInto: Pictures, Images and Photos" class="myplug_img" src="http://www.zoominto.com/zoomapi/zoomicon.gif" /></a></div> <div id="plugincheck_0909">  </div>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior forward/center Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Stable attends Berkeley College in Midtown Manhattan. Mr. Stable was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of February 5 for his performance in games against NHTI (formerly New Hampshire Technical Institute) and The New School, during which he posted 20-plus point games. “We are extremely proud of Jose for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg Photo Caption: Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release133024Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/12/201320132/12/201320132/12/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE AND NEWARK MUSEUM HONOR LIBRARY OF CONGRESS VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT PARTICIPANTS <img alt="" height="144" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransHistoryProject.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransHistoryProject.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransHistoryProject.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College and the Newark Museum recently held a gala to celebrate Veterans of the Armed Forces who participated in the Veterans History Project sponsored by the Library of Congress. In 2000, the United States Congress established the Veterans History Project in order to collect, preserve and archive personal accounts of American service members so that future generations will be able to hear directly from the veterans and better understand the realities of war. Left to right are Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; New Jersey Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen; Berkeley College students Timeng Kao of Flushing in Queens, NY, U.S. Navy; and Maja Johnson of Newark, NJ, U.S. Army; Chris Carbone of Wayne, NJ, U.S. Army; students Matteo Bonomo of Flushing in Queens, NY, U.S. Army; Roscelle Jones of Newark, NJ, U.S. Air Force;  Speedy Guareno of Kearny, NJ, U.S. Army; Andres Mendez of Newark, NJ, U.S. Army; Gail Brantley of Orange, U.S. Navy; Luis Sosa of Newark, NJ, U.S. Army; and James Marshmon of Newark, NJ, U.S. Army. To view the Veterans History Project video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31bRj0bAR2c&feature=youtu.be</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College and Newark Museum Honor Veterans History Project ParticipantsPress Release132937Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/11/201320132/11/201320132/11/20132013     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERGEN COUNTY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS RECOGNIZED FOR VOLUNTEERING AT BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BergenTechCarShow.jpg.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BergenTechCarShow.jpg.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BergenTechCarShow.jpg.jpg</a> Photo Caption (L to R): Rob Oddo, Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment and Founder of the Annual Berkeley College Car Show; high school students Robert Cerda of Hackensack, Markus Taylor of Orange and Richard Orlando of Fair Lawn; and Katie Gensinger, Berkeley College Assistant Director of Admissions, Paramus. The students, who attend Bergen County Technical High School in Paramus, received Certificates of Appreciation for volunteering at the 8th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show that raised more than $26,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. A number of local high school students volunteered at the car show through the Berkeley College Partner Program and earned credits toward a Community Service requirement at their high schools.       - end -   000Bergen County Technical High School Students Recognized for Volunteering at Berkeley College Charity Car ShowPress Release132934Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/11/201320132/11/201320132/11/20132013     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   CLIFFSIDE PARK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS RECOGNIZED FOR VOLUNTEERING AT BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW <img alt="" height="189" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CliffsideParkCarShow.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CliffsideParkCarShow.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CliffsideParkCarShow.jpg</a> Photo Caption (L to R): Lorraine Morrow, Cliffside Park High School Principal, with students Chuck Sayson of Cliffside Park and Kelvin Lopez of Fairview. The students received Certificates of Appreciation for volunteering at the 8th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show that raised more than $26,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. A number of local high school students volunteered at the car show through the Berkeley College Partner Program and earned credits toward a Community Service requirement at their high schools.     - end -   000Cliffside Park High School Students Recognized for Volunteering at Berkeley College Charity Car ShowPress Release132978Press ReleaseNewsroomBerkeley College Students Prepare for Upcoming NYC Fashion EventBerkeley College students are gaining real-world experience in the fashion industry by participating in the planning and execution of the upcoming Couture Fashion Week with Andres Aquinos, designer and show producer.false2/11/201320132/12/201320132/12/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>       BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS PREPARE FOR UPCOMING COUTURE FASHION EVENT   Berkeley College students are gaining real-world experience in the fashion industry by participating in the planning and execution of the upcoming Couture Fashion Week with Andres Aquino, designer and show producer. On Saturday, February 9, more than 25 students were on hand to learn about their roles as volunteers in the upcoming event that is scheduled to take place at the New Yorker Hotel from February 15 through 17, 2013.  The students will help with all aspects of the Couture Fashion Week production, including communications, backstage, reception, tailoring, design and marketing. "I have some amazing students from that school," Mr. Aquino said about the Berkeley College students. "They’re so enthusiastic, high energy, and they love the idea.  For us it’s great because we get the extra help. And for them, they get the experience. It’s a win-win situation." Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President, agreed. “Our student participants are gaining invaluable experience and will benefit from seeing a full-scale production come to fruition from start to finish,” he said. “Working in partnership with numerous employers and professional organizations, we continue to identify opportunities both inside and outside the classroom in which our students can excel.”  Now in its 17th season, Couture Fashion Week is a prestigious multi-day New York event showcasing couture and luxury fashion. It also includes exhibits of luxury brands and fine art as well as world-class entertainment and receptions. The event is held twice a year in New York City and is attended by upscale consumers, invited VIPs, the press and high-end store buyers. The Fashion Marketing and Management degree program at Berkeley College integrates the creative with the business aspects of the fashion industry that employers demand. Incorporating marketing strategies and management skills, the Fashion Marketing and Management program encompasses an all-around understanding of the fashion industry. From historical trends to the latest technology, Berkeley College students are prepared to enter the industry in a number of roles. To view a video about the planning of Couture Fashion Week, visit: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XbcHNNUAas</a>. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StudentsPlanning.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College students prepare for Couture Fashion Week at the New Yorker Hotel. The students will help with all aspects of the event, including communications, backstage, reception, tailoring, design and marketing. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StudentsPlanning.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/StudentsPlanning.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FashionMarketingFaculty.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption B (L to R): Student Jasmine Henderson Lee of Bellport, NY, speaks with Berkeley College fashion instructor Mark Friedberg, Larry L. Luing School of Business; and students Jafari LeRoux Fayson and Jennifer Vargas of Brooklyn at a planning meeting for Couture Fashion Week. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FashionMarketingFaculty.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/FashionMarketingFaculty.jpg</a> - end -   000Berkeley College Students Prepare for Upcoming NYC Fashion EventPress Release132902Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/6/201320132/6/201320132/6/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   8TH ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW RAISES MORE THAN $26,000 FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION   <img alt="" height="237" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Charity_Car_Show.jpg" width="300" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Charity_Car_Show.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Charity_Car_Show.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently presented a check for more than $26,000 to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The 8th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show in Paramus featured more than 375 classic and collector cars, with a blood drive, clowns, two live bands, and a Halloween costume contest. A donation also was made to the Boomer Esiason Foundation. Pictured (L to R) are Chris Brundage, Berkeley College Assistant Director of Admissions; Rob Oddo, Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment and Founder of the Car Show; Tracy Welch, Berkeley College Prospect Analyst; Vicky Torunidis, Berkeley College Administrative Assistant; Jeanine Tudda, Berkeley College Associate Director of Admissions; Elaine Coleman, Berkeley College Director of Admissions; Dipexa Gandhi, Berkeley College Assistant Director of Admissions; Lauren Swern, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Development Director, Greater New Jersey Chapter; Katie Gensinger, Berkeley College Assistant Director of Admissions; and Stephanie Karlo, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Executive Director, Greater New Jersey Chapter.   - end -   0008th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show Raises More than $26,000 for Cystic Fibrosis FoundationPress Release132899Press ReleaseNewsroomBERKELEY COLLEGE HAS APPOINTED CATHERINE C. EINERSEN, EdD, AS DIRECTOR OF CENTER FOR GLOBAL STUDIESfalse2/6/201320132/6/201320132/6/20132013 Berkeley College Appoints Director of Global Studies Center <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS CATHERINE C. EINERSEN, EdD, AS DIRECTOR OF CENTER FOR GLOBAL STUDIES Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Catherine C. Einersen, EdD, as Director of the Center for Global Studies. The Center seeks to disseminate knowledge of other cultures and societies; promote understanding of global, regional and national markets and business activities; and bring an international educational experience to Berkeley College students through a variety of initiatives. “Dr. Einersen’s academic and career development experience will be a positive influence in furthering the Center’s process for preparing graduates to participate in the here and now of commerce and industry,” said Marianne Vakalis, Berkeley College Interim Provost. “We are increasingly involved with helping graduates succeed and excel in a global economy and a global environment.” In addition to teaching Business Organization Management and Principles of Management courses, Dr. Einersen serves as Advisor to the Student International Club and as a Faculty Member of the Global Initiatives and Curriculum Committee. She began teaching in Fall 2012 in the Larry L. Luing School of Business at Berkeley College after distinguishing herself working with international students at Fordham University.  At Fordham she held both administrative and academic positions, including Assistant Dean and Director of International Initiatives, Gabelli School of Business; Assistant Dean, College of Business Administration and Director of Global Learning Opportunities and Business Experiences Program; Faculty Advisor to international students and the College of Business Administration’s Academic Honor Society; and Associate Director, Career Services. “The Center for Global Studies expands the ways Berkeley College integrates a global perspective into the academic and professional experiences of our students and helps them understand the value of this diverse and inter-related environment,” said Dr. Einersen. “We do this by providing global programs, resources and initiatives, and global learning for all students.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are three locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="249" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CEinersen.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Catherine C. Einersen, EdD, has been appointed Director of the Center for Global Studies, Berkeley College. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CEinersen.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CEinersen.jpg</a> - end -    000Berkeley College Appoints Director of Global Studies CenterPress Release132690Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/25/201320131/25/201320131/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany attends Berkeley College in New York City. Ms. Germany was named to the HVWAC Honor Roll during the week of January 22 for her performance in games against The Apprentice School and Briarcliffe College, during which she averaged 17 points and 11 rebounds. “We are extremely proud of Milan for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="174" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg Photo Caption: Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference for women’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from HVWACPress Release132689Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/25/201320131/25/201320131/25/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Williams attends Berkeley College in New York City. Mr. Williams was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of January 22 for his performance in games against Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, during which he averaged 25.5 points and six assists on 52-percent shooting. “We are extremely proud of Kaseem for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KaseemWilliams.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KaseemWilliams.jpg Photo Caption: Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release132676Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/23/201320131/23/201320131/23/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center">  BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center">   FEBRUARY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  February 23          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  February 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  February 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: February 23             Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   February 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 23           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: February 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 23           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  February 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 23            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. February 23           Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -         000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release132670Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/23/201320131/23/201320131/23/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ART OF GERALD JONES – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> IMPRESSIONS THAT MAKE YOU THINK  </h1> In celebration of Black History Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Gerald Jones at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from February 4 through 28 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, February 7, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Mr. Jones is a New Yorker who was born in Brooklyn and attended Boys High School where his love for art was nurtured.  He participated in the Student Art League’s summer school program at Pratt Institute for four years.  While always continuing to paint, he joined the Army and traveled abroad where he learned about different cultures and opened his mind to new experiences.  He says that all of this is reflected in his work. “My paintings convey an escape from the traditional way we view the connection between spiritual and human forms,” said Mr. Jones. “They portray graceful, spiritual transformations that are filled with beauty and colors that do not happen alone.  I believe if only for a moment I can touch you through my art, I have achieved my goal.  If only for a moment my impressions make you think, I have done my job.”     Mr. Jones has shown his work in the Black Artists Exhibition, Great Neck, Long Island, for a number of years.  He has exhibited at the African-American festival in Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard, MA; the Five Myles Gallery, Brooklyn; the Fulton Art Fair, Brooklyn; and the art gallery at the office of Scott M. Stringer, Manhattan Borough President.      For more information about the artist, visit geraldjonesart.com.  For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/geraldjones_fathersday.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/geraldjones_fathersday.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="248" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/geraldjones_fathersday.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: “Father’s Day – Family,” from an exhibit by Gerald Jones on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from February 4 through 28.        - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Art of Gerald Jones - Impressions That Make You ThinkPress Release132607Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/17/201320131/17/201320131/17/20132013 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM USCAA AND HVWAC  Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from both the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany is a student at the New York City location.  Ms. Germany was named HVWAC Player of the Week during the week of January 15 for her performance in a game against The Apprentice School, during which she tallied 26 points and grabbed 14 rebounds.  She also was named USCAA Player of the Week and HVWAC Rookie of the Week during the week of January 8 for her performance in games against the University of Maine at Augusta and NHTI, Concord’s Community College, during which she scored 42 points and had 18 rebounds, 14 assists and four steals. She was named Most Valuable Player at the Holiday Inn New Year’s Tournament at NHTI.  “We are extremely proud of Milan for these well-deserved recognitions,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="174" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MilanGermany.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from both the United States Collegiate Athletic Association and the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference for women’s basketball.  - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from USCAA and HVWACPress Release132450Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/4/201320131/4/201320131/4/20132013   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2013 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK OF </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> MATTHEW McDONNELL – SURREALISM AND CUBISM  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Matthew McDonnell at its gallery, 255 Duffield Street, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit is on display from January 5 through March 29 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, January 5,  from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, artist Matthew McDonnell spent many of his early years attending summer workshops at the Brooklyn Museum.  He was greatly absorbed by the collections at the museum, in particular the drawings of Michaelangelo.  Painting began earnestly in high school when he moved toward surrealism and cubism, with great interest in Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque.  He also studied the work of Paul Klee and Jackson Pollock.  Later, while attending Brooklyn College, he determined that the modern art of our time must be based on the art of cultures around the world and the art of our predecessors.  He tries to apply this belief to his work.  In speaking about his art, Mr. McDonnell says, “My painting is a sensual combination of surrealism and cubism.”  His work is always of the figure and he says, “I multiply the figurations and imagery using what is hinted at.  I prefer the suggestion of the possible without delineating the actual.”  While always hidden and veiled, the human figure is still there.  Most of Mr. McDonnell’s exhibits have been held in the New York area.  Solo exhibits include:  Serendipity, New York, NY; Synergy, New York, NY; The East End Ensemble Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; and Metro Café, Forest Hills, NY.  Some group exhibitions are: the Paintcan Studios, Long Island City, NY; Metropolitan Artists Group, New York, NY;  Godwin-Ternback Museum, Queens College, Flushing, NY; and Williamsburg Art and Historical Center, Brooklyn, NY.  The artist’s work also was featured at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, in October 2012.   For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.matthewmcdonnell.com">www.matthewmcdonnell.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_teemingofeve.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_teemingofeve.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="282" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_teemingofeve.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  “The Teeming of Eve,” from artist Matthew McDonnell’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from January 5 through March 29.                                                                                         - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Matthew McDonnell - Surrealism and CubismPress Release132352Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/20/2012201212/20/2012201212/20/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior forward/guard Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Stable is a student at Berkeley College in New York City.  Mr. Stable was named HVMAC Player of the Week during the week of December 18 for his performance in games against The Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades and Culinary Institute of America, during which he connected on 68 percent and 82 percent from the field, respectively.  It is the second consecutive week that Mr. Stable has been named Player of the Week.  “We are extremely proud of Jose for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVMACPress Release132351Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/20/2012201212/20/2012201212/20/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM STATEN ISLAND RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman guard Eddie Rosario of Staten Island, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Rosario is a student at Berkeley College in New York City.  Mr. Rosario was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of December 18 for his performance in a game against Culinary Institute of America, during which he connected on 50 percent from the field, netting a team-high 24 points.  “We are extremely proud of Eddie for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="201" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/EddieRosario.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/EddieRosario.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/EddieRosario.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Eddie Rosario of Staten Island, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Staten Island Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release132327Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/19/2012201212/19/2012201212/19/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE IN WHITE PLAINS WELCOMES GUIZHOU PROVINCE PUBLIC SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS FROM CHINA <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GuizhouProvince.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GuizhouProvince.jpg Photo Caption: Associates at Berkeley College in White Plains, NY, recently welcomed members of the Public Security and Law Enforcement Bureau in Guizhou Province, China. The group met with David Chong, White Plains Commissioner of Public Safety and Justice Studies – Criminal Justice faculty member. They also toured the Berkeley College location on Church Street in downtown White Plains. The Bureau members learned about the technology, policing procedures and methods used in the United States, which they are interested in bringing back to China. - end - 000Berkeley College Welcomes Guizhou Province Public Security and Law Enforcement Officials from ChinaPress Release132314Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/18/2012201212/18/2012201212/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE WORK OF </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> LEAH MORGAN – PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE HEART </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Leah Morgan at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from January 7 through 31 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, January 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Originally from Chicago, Ms. Morgan is a New York-based photographer who studied photography from 2003 to 2007 at The New School. She also studied the history of art and architecture at The American University of Rome, Italy, in 2007. She participated in an independent study with the program coordinator for National Geographic Expeditions in Europe and focused on landscape photography and of people in their environment. Next, as a research assistant for the University of Athens, Greece, she photographed the Posidonia erosion in the Aegean Sea. Earlier this year, while visiting Kenya, Africa, she encountered people from the Maasai Mara tribe and captured intimate portraits of the people in the community. Ms. Morgan says she is continually inspired by the diverse people, cultures and scenes that she experiences on her travels. “I have always been a curious person in search of answers and truths – both personal and universal, she said. “For me, photography is about discovery and finding ways to better understand the world around me. I chose the medium because it best provides me with the opportunity to create art that is immediate, natural and from the heart.” Bob Keiber, Berkeley College Curator, added, “I find Leah’s photos dramatically stunning, yet still very personal.” Ms. Morgan also lends her photography to support charitable causes. Recently, she started Cards for Kids, a project in which all proceeds go to various charities committed to improving the lives of children. For more information about the photographer, visit <a href="http://www.leahsfocus.com">www.leahsfocus.com</a>. For more details about the exhibit, e-mail Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leahmorgan_yellowscarfwoman.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leahmorgan_yellowscarfwoman.jpg</a>  <img alt="" height="302" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leahmorgan_yellowscarfwoman.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: “Yellow Scarf Woman,” a photograph of a young Maasai woman, from Leah Morgan’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from January 7 through 31.   - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Work of Leah Morgan - Photography from the HeartPress Release132313Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/18/2012201212/18/2012201212/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE PROVIDES AID TO COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY SUPERSTORM SANDY  In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, Berkeley College has initiated a systemwide relief effort in support of the American Red Cross and food banks that serve those affected by the storm. The effort was organized through Berkeley Cares, which assists charities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health and student success.  Non-perishable food and toiletries were collected at the College’s locations in New York and New Jersey and by Berkeley College Online. Berkeley College associates also were encouraged to make monetary donations to the American Red Cross, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, the Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and the Food Bank for New York City’s Virtual Food Bank.  Early results of the effort included a delivery of nearly 500 pounds of food and toiletries to the Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, as well as a truckload of items to the American Red Cross serving the Staten Island area. The last deliveries of the year will be made to the food banks this week.  “Many of our students, associates and alumni experienced personal hardships as a result of Superstorm Sandy,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “We continue to offer help and support to our neighbors who are still in need.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SandyRelief.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SandyRelief.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SandyRelief.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Associates from the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life in White Plains pack up clothing and supplies to be delivered to victims of Superstorm Sandy in the Staten Island area. Left to right are Andrew Peak, Residence Counselor; Anthony Drayton, Senior Resident Assistant and student; Melissa Vidam, Director; and Talyn Garner-Cook, Office Assistant and student.  - end - 000Berkeley College Provides Aid to Communities Affected by Superstorm SandyPress Release132303Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/17/2012201212/17/2012201212/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED CO-PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior forward/center Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Co-Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Stable is a student at the New York City location.  Mr. Stable was named HVMAC Co-Player of the Week during the week of December 11 for his performance in the AJ Buchanan Classic at Manhattanville College, during which he narrowly missed recording two double-doubles. He was named to the All-Tournament team.  “We are extremely proud of Jose for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg" width="200" />  http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoseStable.jpg Photo Caption: Jose Stable of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Co-Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball. Mr. Stable also was named to the AJ Buchanan Classic All-Tournament team.  - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Co-Player of the Week by HVMACPress Release132270Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/13/2012201212/13/2012201212/13/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ST. ALBANS NAMED TO DR. BETTY SHABAZZ ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY, has been named to the Dr. Betty Shabazz All-Tournament team for women’s basketball. Ms. Brown is pursuing her degree through Berkeley College Online.  Ms. Brown received the honor for her performance in two tournament games, during which she scored 34 points overall to help the Knights win the tournament for the second straight year.  “We are extremely proud of Aiyesha for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="181" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AiyeshaBrown.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AiyeshaBrown.jpg Photo Caption: Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY, has been named to the Dr. Betty Shabazz All-Tournament team for women's basketball. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from St. Albans Named to Dr. Betty Shabazz All-Tournament TeamPress Release132269Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/13/2012201212/13/2012201212/13/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN BRONX RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior forward Milan Germany of southern Bronx, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC) for women’s basketball. Ms. Germany is a student at the New York City location.  Ms. Germany was named HVWAC Rookie of the Week during the week of December 11 for her performance in a game against Vassar College, during which she scored 29 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and had two assists and two steals.  Ms. Germany also was named to the HVWAC Honor Roll during the week of December 4 for her performance in the Dr. Betty Shabazz Tournament at Medgar Evers College. She was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament, averaging 13 points, nine rebounds, 7.5 assists and six steals.  “We are extremely proud of Milan for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Bronx Receives Athletic Honors from HVWACPress Release132268Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/13/2012201212/13/2012201212/13/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore forward Shawn Collins of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s basketball. Mr. Collins is a student at the Brooklyn location.  Mr. Collins was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of December 4 for his performance in a game against Sarah Lawrence College, during which he posted a career-high 25 points with nine rebounds, three assists and two steals.  “We are extremely proud of Shawn for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="202" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ShawnCollins.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ShawnCollins.jpg Photo Caption: Shawn Collins of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s basketball.  - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release132266Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse12/13/2012201212/13/2012201212/13/20122012  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM JERSEY CITY NAMED TO ROHRER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CLASSIC ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Gary Williams Jr. of Jersey City in Hudson County, NJ, has been named to the Rohrer College of Business Classic All-Tournament team for men’s basketball. Mr. Williams attends the Newark location.  Mr. Williams received the honor for his performance in games against Rowan University and Rutgers University – Camden, during which he scored 47 points overall.  “We are extremely proud of Gary for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="171" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GaryWilliamsJr.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GaryWilliamsJr.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GaryWilliamsJr.jpg</a>   Photo Caption: Gary Williams Jr. of Jersey City in Hudson County, NJ, has been named to the Rohrer College of Business Classic All-Tournament team for men’s basketball.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Jersey City Named to All-Tournament TeamPress Release132262Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/12/2012201212/12/2012201212/12/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT STUDENTS RUN FASHION SHOW AT NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALL STUDIO IN PARAMUS When students from the Fashion Marketing and Management degree program at Berkeley College were invited to run a fashion show at Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio in the Bergen Town Center in Paramus, they jumped into action. The result was a show titled “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” that brought festive cheer and the latest styles to holiday shoppers. Students from a number of different disciplines volunteered as models for the show. “The Berkeley College students’ enthusiasm and commitment made this fashion show possible and resulted in a fun, upbeat and creative event being held at our store,” said Iwona Niemiec, Store Manager, Nieman Marcus Last Call Studio. Ms. Niemiec is looking forward to working with the students again and hopes that they will host another fashion show in the spring. “The fashion show was a wonderful learning experience that helped us bring all of the pieces we learned in the classroom into a real-life situation,” said Julie Vinolas, a Fashion Marketing and Management student, who served as a coordinator of the show and also is Editor in Chief of Berkeley Fashion, a student magazine at Berkeley College in Paramus. “Berkeley College students ran the whole event. We chose the theme and the music, handled the technology, served as stylists and make-up artists, acted as models and commented on fashion trends.” Berkeley College’s degree program in Fashion Marketing and Management integrates the creative with the business aspects of the fashion industry that employers demand. Incorporating marketing strategies and management skills, the Fashion Marketing and Management program encompasses an all-around understanding of the fashion industry. From historical trends to the latest technology, Berkeley College students are prepared to enter the industry in a number of roles. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="301" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Azuki.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Azuki.jpg">www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Azuki.jpg</a> Photo Caption A: Amira Zaki models at the “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show held at Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio in Paramus. The show was coordinated by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students. Ms. Zak is a resident of Prospect Park, NJ, and is enrolled in the Interior Design program at Berkeley College in Paramus. <img alt="" height="301" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ZRizzo.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ZRizzo.jpg">www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ZRizzo.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Zilpa Rizzo models at the “Rocking Around in Holiday Trends” Fashion Show, held at Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio in Paramus. The show was coordinated by Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management students. Ms. Rizzo is a resident of Secaucus and is enrolled in the Fashion Marketing and Management program in Paramus. -end- 000Berkeley College Students Run Fashion Show at Neiman Marcus Last Call Studios in ParamusPress Release132256Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/12/2012201212/12/2012201212/12/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>                                                                                                             BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES BRING HOLIDAY CHEER TO THREE WHITE PLAINS FAMILIES <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTToyDrive.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTToyDrive.jpg">www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTToyDrive.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Associates at Berkeley College in White Plains purchased holiday gifts for children from the wish lists of three families in need. The holiday drive was organized by the White Plains Youth Bureau.  Left to right are Ana Yee, Career Services Counselor; Jose Caldera, Financial Aid Administrator; Charles Stott, Career Services Counselor; Joanne Mazzullo, Administrative Assistant, High School Admissions; and Janice Ramsey, Administrative Assistant, Adult Admissions.                                                                                                 -end- 000Berkeley College Associates Bring Holiday Cheer to Three White Plains FamiliesPress Release132199Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/7/2012201212/7/2012201212/7/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES ONE OF TOP FIVE RANKINGS FOR VETS Berkeley College has been ranked in the top five on the Military Times magazine “Best for Vets: Colleges 2013” list in the Online and Nontraditional College category. Some 650 schools – more than ever before – responded to this year’s survey. The schools were rated on numerous factors based on feedback from student veterans. Schools in the Online and Nontraditional College category serve military students primarily online or through a decentralized network of campuses. “It is an honor for Berkeley College to receive this high ranking,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “We seek every opportunity to expand the programs and services offered to the approximately 500 military and veteran students who attend Berkeley College.” “Being recognized as one of the top five colleges by Military Times shows the commitment of Berkeley College to our student veterans and their well-being,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We are proud to assist them during their academic journey.” Berkeley College recently opened its third Veterans Resource Center in Newark, NJ, participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership.  In addition, the college administers the <a href="http://cvet.com/">Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET)</a> program. Survey results for “Best for Vets: Colleges 2013” list in the Online and Nontraditional College category can be found at <a href="http://militarytimes.com/projects/jobs/best-for-vets/2013/colleges/online-nontraditional">http://militarytimes.com/projects/jobs/best-for-vets/2013/colleges/online-nontraditional</a>. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -   000Berkeley College Receives One of Top Five Rankings for Military VeteransPress Release132194Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/6/2012201212/6/2012201212/6/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER AND VICE PRESIDENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS APPOINTED TO NJEDGE.NET BOARD OF TRUSTEES Leonard De Botton, Berkeley College Chief Information Officer and Vice President, Information Systems, has been appointed to the NJEDge.Net Board of Trustees. Mr. De Botton will represent New Jersey’s proprietary colleges and universities. This is the first time in its history that NJEDge.Net has appointed a trustee from a for-profit institution. “Len brings more than 20 years of outstanding leadership experience in the field of information technology at Berkeley College to the NJEdge.Net Board of Trustees,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “As the first trustee representing a for-profit institution of higher education, he can offer a new perspective to the board.” Mr. De Botton began his career at Berkeley College as a Programmer charged with implementing the College’s first financial aid system. He was promoted to Systems Administrator and became the Director of the Computer Resources Department in 1995, where he began to oversee the College’s technology. Appointed Vice President of Information Systems in 2002, he later was appointed Chief Information Officer. Mr. De Botton also is a board member of the Leadership Board for Chief Information Officers and has presented at numerous technology conferences, including those sponsored by the National Blackboard Conference and NJEDge.Net. He recently assisted on the analysis presented in the Information Technology in Higher Education: 2012 Survey of Chief Information Officers. Mr. De Botton holds a Master’s degree in Information Systems from the University of Phoenix; a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems jointly from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and New Jersey Institute of Technology; and an Associate’s degree in Information Systems from the County College of Morris. NJEDge.Net is a nonprofit technology consortium of academic and research institutions in New Jersey. Through its deployment of advanced Internet technologies and digital communication, NJEDge.Net supports its members in their institutional teaching and learning; scholarship; research and development; outreach programs; public service and economic development. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="285" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LenDeBotton.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LenDeBotton.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LenDeBotton.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Leonard De Botton, Berkeley College Chief Information Officer and Vice President, Information Systems, has been appointed to the NJEDge.Net Board of Trustees. This is the first time in its history that NJEDge.Net has appointed a trustee from a for-profit institution. - end -   000Berkeley College CIO and VP of Information Systems Appointed to NJEDge.NET Board of TrusteesPress Release132162Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/4/2012201212/4/2012201212/4/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE OPENS VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER AT NEWARK LOCATION <img alt="" height="134" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VetResourceNWK.JPG" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VetResourceNWK.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VetResourceNWK.JPG</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception to open a Veterans Resource Center for students at the Newark location. At the Center student veterans can gather to receive information about Veterans Affairs benefits, meet with the staff of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, and socialize. The College serves approximately 500 military students in New Jersey and New York and through Berkeley College Online. Left to right are Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Maja Johnson of Newark, President, Berkeley Renegades student veterans club; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Stan Holland, Campus Operating Officer, Newark; Rachel D’Alessandro, Director, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Diane Recinos, Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Provost.   - end -   000Berkeley College Opens Veterans Resource Center at Newark LocationPress Release132161Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/4/2012201212/4/2012201212/4/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS 2012 ASSOCIATES OF THE YEAR Berkeley College recently honored the 2012 Associates of the Year. The Associate of the Year Award in Customer Service recognizes individuals who show personal responsibility and daily effort through their work. Recipients are: - Amy Soricelli, Senior Director, Career Services - Honorable Mention: Lorraine Meyer, Executive Assistant, Marketing The Associate of the Year Award in Adaptability recognizes individuals who continue to thrive through change. Recipients are: - Juli Wood, Dean, Advisement, Woodland Park - Honorable Mention: Katherine Wu, Personal Counselor, Student Development and Campus Life, Berkeley College Online The Associate of the Year Award in Excellence recognizes individuals who are committed to and produce the best achievable results. Recipients are: - Sunder Nagarajan, Senior Programmer Analyst, Information Systems - Honorable Mention: Denise Homeyer, Project Manager, President’s Office The Associate of the Year Award in Innovation recognizes individuals who have instituted or championed something new that has had a positive impact on the success of Berkeley College. Recipients are: - Leslin Charles, Associate Director, Library - Honorable Mention: Kristin Comeforo, PhD, Instructor, Marketing, Larry L. Luing School of Business The Associate of the Year Award in Leadership recognizes individuals who inspire others to achieve the mission of Berkeley College. Recipients are: - Dallas Reed, PhD, Dean, Student Development and Campus Life - Honorable Mention: Theresa Bryant, Interim Director, Financial Aid, New York City The Student-Centered Associate of the Year Award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to serve Berkeley College students. Recipients are: - Nicole Turnbull, Director, Multicultural and Community Affairs and Director, Student Development and Campus Life, New York City - Honorable Mention: Byron Hargrove, PhD, Instructor, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts and Director, Honors Program The Associate of the Year Award in Teamwork recognizes groups that work cooperatively and supportively with others to attain team goals. Recipients are: - Ross Miller, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Assessment and Institutional Research, Institutional Effectiveness - Honorable Mention: Office of Military and Veterans Affairs – Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President; Rachel D’Alessandro, Director; Tami Maurer, Associate Director; Nicole Kebea, Veterans Affairs Administrator; and Frank Colavita, Coordinator A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AsscofYrGroup.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AsscofYrGroup.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AsscofYrGroup.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored the 2012 Associates of the Year. Back row (L to R) are Dallas Reed, PhD; Lorraine Meyer; Sunder Nagarajan; Richard E. Robitaille, EdD; Denise Homeyer; Leslin Charles and Katherine Wu. Front row (L to R) are Byron Hargrove, PhD; Theresa Bryant; Ross Miller, EdD; Juli Wood and Nicole Turnbull. -end- 000Berkeley College Honors 2012 Associates of the YearPress Release132129Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/30/2012201211/30/2012201211/30/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>    <h1>                                                 BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS LYRICAL LANDSCAPES </h1> <h1>                                                                            OF ARTIST MARTHA FERGUSON </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Martha Ferguson at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from December 3 through 28 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, December 6, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Ms. Ferguson received an MFA from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA; an MS in Education from the City University of New York, College of Staten Island, NY; and a BFA from Hartford Art School, University of Hartford, CT. She has studied painting at Santa Reparata International School of Art in Florence, Italy, and printmaking in Corsica, France.   “The clear, bright, light and crisp colors of a summer day inspired this series of paintings,” Ms. Ferguson said of the Berkeley College exhibit. “I think of them as self-portrait landscapes; trees, gardens, meadows and skies become extensions of my internal self. I am struck by the temporal quality of the natural world; it seems always to be in a state of transition.” Ms. Ferguson has held a solo exhibition at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA.  Her group exhibitions include the New Jersey Arts Incubator Gallery in West Orange, NJ; Prelude Gallery in Philadelphia, PA; Slipe Gallery at the University of Hartford, CT; and B2 Café in Philadelphia, PA. For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.marthaferguson.com">www.marthaferguson.com</a>. For details about the exhibit, e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="274" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/marthaferguson.jpg" width="200" /> http:/www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/marthaferguson.jpg Photo Caption: Sunlit Forest, oil on canvas, from Martha Ferguson’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from December 3 through 28.        - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Lyrical Landscapes of Artist Martha FergusonPress Release132125Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/29/2012201211/29/2012201211/29/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. This calendar release supersedes the one posted on November 20, 2012.    <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> REVISED DECEMBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  December 8         Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  December 8           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  December 8           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: December 8            Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   December 8          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: December 8          Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. December 16        Berkeley College will host an Open House from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  December 8           Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. December 16         Berkeley College will host an Open House from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. December 5 Berkeley College Online™ will present Professionally Speaking from 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm.  This online speaker series allows registered participants to interact with business professionals in various fields, and is followed by a Q&A session.  This session’s guest speaker is Carl E. DuBois, Sheriff, Orange County, NY.  To register, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/professionally_speaking">www.berkeleycollege.edu/professionally_speaking</a>.  For further information, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. December 8          Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                          - end -         000Berkeley College Announces Revised December EventsPress Release132124Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/29/2012201211/29/2012201211/29/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HVMAC AND USCAA  Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior guard Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn, NY, has been named Player of the Week by both the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) for men’s basketball. Mr. Williams is a student at the New York City location. Mr. Williams received the honors during the week of November 20 for his performance in the North Country Invitational at Clarkson University, during which he shot 50 percent from the field, 63 percent from behind the three-point arc and 75 percent from the free-throw line. Mr. Williams also scored a career-high 36 points in a win over the State University of New York at Potsdam.  “We are extremely proud of Kaseem for these well-deserved recognitions,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KaseemWilliams.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KaseemWilliams.jpg Photo Caption: Kaseem Williams of Brooklyn, NY, has been named Player of the Week by both the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association for men’s basketball. He is a student at the New York City location.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVMAC and USCAAPress Release132088Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/28/2012201211/28/2012201211/28/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE LAUNCHES HUB FOR SOCIAL MEDIA AT BERKELEYKNIGHTLINE.COM A new web address for all Berkeley College social media now is available at <a href="http://www.BerkeleyKnightline.com">www.BerkeleyKnightline.com</a>. Through BerkeleyKnightline.com, visitors can access a wide variety of social media web sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn. All content on the website is user-generated, and includes student and faculty blogs, photos from student events, video clips, and information about upcoming events. The site also features real-time updates from Facebook and Twitter feeds. “With so many ways for students to interact and learn about Berkeley College using social media, we created one web location to offer the simplest, easy-to-use solution for our community,” said Angela Welchert, Berkeley College Social Media Manager. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Launches Hub for Social Media at BerkeleyKnightline.comPress Release132078Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BERNARDSVILLE RECEIVES ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FROM UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore midfielder Ramon Arce of Bernardsville in Somerset County, NJ, has received All-American Honorable Mention for men’s soccer by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Mr. Arce is a student at the Woodland Park location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-American team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Ramon has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. He truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="191" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RamonArce.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RamonArce.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore midfielder Ramon Arce of Bernardsville, NJ, has received All-American Honorable Mention for men’s soccer the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Mr. Arce is a student at the Woodland Park location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Bernardsville Receives All-American Honors from USCAAPress Release132077Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM TRONDHEIM NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore defender Joachim Moe of Trondheim in Norway has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Mr. Moe is a student at the New York City location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Joachim has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. He truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="190" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoachimMoe.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JoachimMoe.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore defender Joachim Moe of Trondheim in Norway has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Mr. Moe is a student at the New York City location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Trondheim Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132075Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM LAKE HIAWATHA NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore defender Raymond Scalfani of Lake Hiawatha in Morris County, NJ, has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Mr. Scalfani is a student at the Woodland Park location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Raymond has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. He truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="173" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaymondScalfani.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaymondScalfani.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore defender Raymond Scalfani of Lake Hiawatha, NJ, has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Mr. Scalfani is a student at the Woodland Park location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Lake Hiawatha Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132074Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM KEARNY NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that junior defender Paul Logan of Kearny in Hudson County, NJ, has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Mr. Logan is a student at the Woodland Park location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Paul has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. He truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="182" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PaulLogan.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/PaulLogan.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College junior defender Paul Logan of Kearny, NJ, has been named to the All-Academic soccer team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Mr. Logan is a student at the Woodland Park location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Kearny Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132076Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM CORONA NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that senior Lacey Garnett of Corona in Queens, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Ms. Garnett is a student at the New York City location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Lacey has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. She truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="191" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LaceyGarnett.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LaceyGarnett.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College senior Lacey Garnett of Corona in Queens, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Ms. Garnett is a student at the New York City location.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Corona Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132073Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM FLUSHING NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore Noemi Torres of Flushing in Queens, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Ms. Torres is a student at the New York City location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Noemi has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. She truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="196" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NoemiTorres.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NoemiTorres.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore Noemi Torres of Flushing in Queens, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Ms. Torres is a student at the New York City location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Flushing Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132072Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/27/2012201211/27/2012201211/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN NAMED TO ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM BY UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Ms. Celin is a student at the New York City location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the USCAA All-Academic team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Sarah has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. She truly deserves this recognition.” The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="217" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelinUSCAA.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelinUSCAA.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has been named to the All-Academic cross country team by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. Ms. Celin is a student at the New York City location. - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Named to All-Academic Team by USCAAPress Release132062Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/23/2012201211/23/2012201211/23/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>      BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERANS AND ASSOCIATES MARCH IN NYC VETERANS DAY PARADE <img alt="" height="143" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransparadeRT.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransparadeRT.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransparadeRT.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Members of the Berkeley College community, including student veterans, participated in the 2012 New York City Veterans Day Parade. Berkeley College serves approximately 500 veteran and military students in New York and New Jersey, and through Berkeley College Online. The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Army and Air Force at Fort Dix, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The College also administers the Combat Veterans Educational Partnership (CVET) program. For more information visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/admissions_bc/2336.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/admissions_bc/2336.htm</a>     -end-   000Berkeley College Student Veterans and Associates March in NYC Veterans Day ParadePress Release132030Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/20/2012201211/20/2012201211/20/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT WINS BROOKLYN COLLEGES FEST POSTER CONTEST    <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKPosterRT.jpg"><img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKPosterRT.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKPosterRT.jpg</a> Photo Caption: The Downtown Brooklyn Colleges Fest winning poster was designed by Berkeley College student Tamara Laraque, a resident of Brooklyn, NY. Ms. Laraque’s poster will now become the official image for the festival that is a collaboration between the Brooklyn Downtown Business Partnership and Berkeley College, St. Francis College, Polytechnic Institute of New York University and Long Island University. -end-   000Berkeley College Student Wins Brooklyn Colleges Fest Poster ContestPress Release132028Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/20/2012201211/20/2012201211/20/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES DONATE THANKSGIVING DINNER BASKETS FOR LOCAL FAMILIES IN NEED   <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="851"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:80px;">  </td> <td style="width:771px;">  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTFoodDrive.jpg.jpg"><img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTFoodDrive.jpg.jpg" width="200" /></a> Photo Caption: Associates at Berkeley College in White Plains, NY, recently donated 12 Thanksgiving dinner baskets to the White Plains Youth Bureau to benefit local families in need. Pictured with the donations left to right are: José A. Tavares, Member of Berkeley College Board of Trustees; Charles Stott, Career Counselor; Cindy Rubino, Campus Operating Officer, White Plains, and Vice President, Government Relations, NY; Joanne Mazzullo, Admissions Associate; Ana Yee, Career Counselor, and coordinator of the Thanksgiving food drive;  Miriam Keller-Perkins, Faculty Member, Accounting and Finance, Larry L. Luing School of Business and Mameni Gbarbea, Administrative Assistant, White Plains.   -end-   000Berkeley College Associates Donate Thanksgiving Dinner Baskets For Local Families in NeedPress Release131955Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/15/2012201211/15/2012201211/15/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore midfielder Dare Aniyikaye of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Aniyikaye is a student at the New York City location.  Mr. Aniyikaye received the HVMAC honor during the week of October 30 for his performance in a semifinal game against Culinary Institute of America, during which he scored the winning goal for the Knights in double overtime.  “We are extremely proud of Dare for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="174" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DareAniyikaye.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DareAniyikaye.jpg Photo Caption: Dare Aniyikaye of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has been named Player of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Named Player of the Week by HVMACPress Release131922Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/14/2012201211/14/2012201211/14/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   8th ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW RAISES MORE THAN $26,000 FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION  AND BOOMER ESIASON FOUNDATION Car enthusiasts from across the tri-state area visited Berkeley College in Paramus on October 21 for the 8th Annual Charity Car Show. The show featured more than 375 classic and collector cars, and it raised more than $26,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Boomer Esiason Foundation. “Thanks to a donation from Berkeley College and the involvement of many volunteers, this year’s Charity Car Show surpassed records from previous shows and raised a significant amount of money for this worthy cause,” said Robert Oddo, Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment, who organized the event.   The Charity Car Show featured more attractions and initiatives than in prior years, and included a blood drive, clowns, live music and a Halloween costume contest.  The show was supported by a team of Berkeley College associates and students along with their families and friends.    Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States, and 70,000 people worldwide. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8043/8113141295_6536ee18ee_m.jpg" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Charity_Car_Show.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Charity_Car_Show.jpg</a>   Photo Caption: More than 375 classic and collector cars were on display at the 8th Annual Charity Car Show at Berkeley College in Paramus.   - end -                  0008th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show Raises More Than $26,000 for CFF and BEFPress Release131884Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2012201211/13/2012201211/13/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   PRINCETON RESIDENT IS AUTHOR OF NEW BOOK ON MAGNIFICENT HOUSES IN 20TH-CENTURY EUROPEAN LITERATURE       <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Hugo_Walter_Book.jpg"><img alt="" height="135" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Hugo_Walter_Book.jpg" width="200" /></a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Hugo_Walter_Book.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Hugo_Walter_Book.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Hugo Walter, PhD, a resident of Princeton, NJ, is the author of a new book titled Magnificent Houses in Twentieth Century European Literature (Peter Lang Publishing 2012). <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/people/hugo_walter.htm">Dr. Walter</a> is an instructor of English and Humanities in the School of Liberal Arts at Berkeley College in New Jersey and Online. He has written widely on European literature including Beautiful Sanctuaries in Nineteenth- and Early-Twentieth-Century European Literature (Peter Lang Publishing 2011); Sanctuaries of Light in Nineteenth-Century European Literature (Peter Lang Publishing 2010) and Space and Time on the Magic Mountain (Peter Lang Publishing 1999). In addition, Dr. Walter has published 10 volumes of poetry. -end-   000Princeton Resident is Author of New Book on Magnificent Houses in 20th-Century European LiteraturePress Release131883Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2012201211/13/2012201211/13/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE JUSTICE STUDIES – CRIMINAL JUSTICE STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT ROLE OF BERGEN COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT  K-9 UNIT IN LAW ENFORCEMENT     <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/K-9Bergen.jpg"><img alt="" height="240" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/K-9Bergen.jpg" width="200" /></a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/K-9Bergen.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/K-9Bergen.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Sgt. David Donow, a 23-year veteran of the Bergen County Police Department K-9 Unit, and his partner Shango, a 6-year-old Belgian Malinois, recently visited with Justice Studies – Criminal Justice students at Berkeley College in Paramus. During his presentation, Sgt. Donow spoke about the important role the K-9 Unit plays in law enforcement. The officer told the students that earlier this year Shango led officers to $4 million worth of narcotics that were hidden inside a fake diesel tank. The presentation was an initiative of the Berkeley College Criminal Justice Club and the Office of Student Development and Campus Life at the Paramus location.        -end-   000Bergen County Police Department K-9 Unit Officer Visits Berkeley CollegePress Release131780Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/6/2012201211/6/2012201211/6/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE PARTICIPATES IN JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION WALK TO CURE DIABETES <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFwalkREV.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFwalkREV.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFwalkREV.jpg</a> Photo Caption: A team of Berkeley College associates and students from the Paramus and Woodland Park locations helped children to make superhero capes and paint pumpkins before participating in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Walk to Cure Diabetes that took place in Franklin Lakes, NJ, on Oct. 14. Pictured with Berkeley College students are Jennifer Litvak (fifth from left), Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Paramus, and Ashante Barnes-Awe (far right), Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park. The theme for the walk was “Be a Hero” and children living with diabetes wore the superhero capes during the walk. - end - 000Berkeley College Participates in Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk to Cure DiabetesPress Release131766Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/5/2012201211/5/2012201211/5/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES COMMUNITY AWARD FROM AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN OF WESTCHESTER, INC. <img alt="" height="149" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAMW.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AAMW.jpg Photo Caption: Cynthia Rubino (holding plaque), Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, White Plains, accepts the Harold Fitzpatrick Community Leadership Award on behalf of Berkeley College during the 22nd Annual Brotherhood Breakfast, co-hosted by the African American Men of Westchester, Inc., and the Business Council of Westchester. The Harold Fitzpatrick Community Leadership Award is presented each year to a recipient that best exemplifies commitment to the community. Ms. Rubino is joined by Melvin A. Burruss, Esq., President, African American Men of Westchester, Inc. (far left); Bernard B. Thombs, Member, African American Men of Westchester, Inc. (far right); and Berkeley College students. - end - 000Berkeley College Receives Community Award from African American Men of Westchester, Inc.Press Release131600Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/25/2012201210/25/2012201210/25/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN NAMED TO ALL-CONFERENCE TEAM BY HUDSON VALLEY WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that sophomore Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has been named to the All-Conference cross country team by the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC). Ms. Celin is a student at the New York City location. “Berkeley College is honored to have such a great ambassador selected for the Hudson Valley All-Conference team,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Sarah has been a consistent performer all season while having a positive impact on the overall success of the team. She truly deserves this recognition.”  Ms. Celin also was named to the HVWAC Honor Roll in September for her performance at the Bard Invitational, during which she finished 20th overall and set a new school record with a time of 21:05.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="175" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelin.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelin.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College sophomore Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has been named to the All-Conference cross country team by the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference. Ms. Celin is a student at the New York City location.  - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Named to All-Conference Team by HVWACPress Release131599Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/25/2012201210/25/2012201210/25/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK OF </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> NATSUKI TAKAUJI – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> THE UNKNOWN, THE UNSTRUCTURED, THE UNSPEAKABLE  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Natsuki Takauji at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from November 5 through 30 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, November 8, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Born in Tokyo, Japan, artist Natsuki Takauji says creativity was always part of her life. Through her early years, she was interested in painting, but also sewing, knitting, and cooking.  She studied at Waseda University in Tokyo, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in creative writing.  For a while she worked as a teacher and novelist, but came to realize what she wanted to do was paint.  Ms. Takauji came to New York in 2008 and starting drawing and painting intensively under Knox Martin, Bruce Dorfman, and Charles Hinman in the Art Students League of New York.  She has since evolved to work in sculpture, welding, and carpentry, using mixed media such as fabrics, wood, and steel—all currently at her studio in Long Island, NY.  For the Berkeley College exhibit, Ms. Takauji says, “This series is my endeavor to generate something between painting and sculpture, between discord and harmony.  Canvas and paint are manipulated to reveal unstructured and unknown subjects to the viewer.  I manipulate color and shape—the end result, I hope, being something unknown, unstructured, and unspeakable.” Ms. Takauji has exhibited her artwork at the Affordable Art Fair, New York, NY; Ouchi Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; the Manhattan Borough President’s Office, New York, NY; the Renaissance Java Café, Brooklyn, NY; and the Phyllis Harriman Mason Gallery, New York, NY.  She also held a solo exhibition at the Atlas Café, Brooklyn, NY.  For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.natsukitakauji.com">www.natsukitakauji.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/natsukitakauji.jpg " width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Artwork from Natsuki Takauji’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from November 5 through 30.                                                                                                       - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Natsuki TakaujiPress Release131526Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/22/2012201210/22/2012201210/22/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ISTANBUL AND MANHATTAN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Hasan Sezer of Istanbul, Turkey, and Manhattan, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Sezer is a student at the New York City location. Mr. Sezer was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of October 9 for his performance in a game against Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, during which he tallied his first collegiate hat trick. Mr. Sezer also was named HVMAC Rookie of the Week in September.  “We are extremely proud of Hasan for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="215" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HasanSezer.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HasanSezer.jpg Photo Caption: Hasan Sezer of Istanbul, Turkey, and Manhattan, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer.  - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Istanbul and Manhattan Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release131521Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/22/2012201210/22/2012201210/22/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM HELSINGBORG AND MANHATTAN NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman midfielder Anton Clas Hakansson of Helsingborg, Sweden, and Manhattan, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Hakansson is a student at the New York City location.  Mr. Hakansson received the HVMAC honor during the week of October 9 for his performance in a game against Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, during which he tallied three assists and played solid defense.  “We are extremely proud of Anton for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="189" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AntonClasHakansson.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AntonClasHakansson.jpg Photo Caption: Anton Clas Hakansson of Helsingborg, Sweden, and Manhattan, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Helsingborg and Manhattan Named Rookie of the Week by HVMACPress Release131519Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/22/2012201210/22/2012201210/22/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM BROOKLYN RECEIVES ATHLETIC HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman defender Abdelwahab Mohamed of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Mohamed is a student at the New York City location.  Mr. Mohamed was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of October 16 for his performance in a game against Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, during which he scored the first goal for the Knights, leading to a 2-2 tie.  “We are extremely proud of Abdelwahab for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="176" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AbdelwahabMohamed.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AbdelwahabMohamed.jpg Photo Caption: Abdelwahab Mohamed of Brooklyn in Kings County, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Brooklyn Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release131514Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/19/2012201210/19/2012201210/19/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center">     NOVEMBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  November 8 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17        Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  November 8 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14          Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  November 8 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14          Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17        Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: November 8 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14           Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   November 12 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: November 12 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 12 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHF, or visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/FashionWorkshop/2012</a> November 14          Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17        Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. November 5 – 9   Sponsored by the United States Learning Association, National Distance Learning Week promotes and celebrates the growth and accomplishments of today’s distance learning programs.  For complete details, visit  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NDLW2012/">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NDLW2012/</a>.  For further questions, please call Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online, on 973-405-2111, ext. 6300, or e-mail her at <a href="mailto:sfg@berkeleycollege.edu">sfg@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. November 6 The Virtual Open House will be held from noon to 7:00 pm for military on active duty. The event offers all interested active duty military information about online degree programs. Transfer students can learn about transfer opportunities. The Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs operate several Veterans Resource Centers in New York and New Jersey.  They assist active military students and student-veterans with a wide variety of issues and topics, including counseling on GI Bill educational benefits and assistance with Basic Allowance for Housing payments.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 8   Prospective students are invited to participate in an Online Fashion Forum at 7:00 pm. Participants will take a virtual visit to a designer showroom, learn about Berkeley’s Fashion Marketing and Management program, and explore available career options. To access the Online Fashion Forum, go to <a href="https://mymeeting.berkeleycollege.edu:443/stmeetings/room/cja@BerkeleyCollege.edu/fashion-forum-0" target="_blank">https://mymeeting.berkeleycollege.edu:443/stmeetings/room/ cja@BerkeleyCollege.edu/fashion-forum-0</a> Dial-in Number: 1-312-340-6650 Participant Access Code: 3449793 November 14         Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17        Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -        000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release131598Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/18/2012201210/25/2012201210/25/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu   BERKELEY COLLEGE “GOT THE BACKS” OF WHITE PLAINS POLICE DEPARTMENT K-9 UNIT The Berkeley College community in downtown White Plains received special visitors today from the White Plains Police Department K-9 Unit. Canines Justice and Storm and their handlers were not only grateful for their new canine bulletproof vests donated by Berkeley College – they were the reason behind recent law enforcement accomplishments, according to Police Department officials. The Canine Unit, which was implemented in July, has proven to be an asset to both the community and the Police Department. The two dog-and-handler teams have worked in numerous incidents where stolen property was recovered and apprehensions were made. These incidents had positive outcomes directly related to the canines’ keen ability to locate and to apprehend. Mayor Tom Roach was on hand to hear the accomplishments and commented, “Berkeley College is a great community partner to the City of White Plains.  Once again, they've showed it by stepping up to the plate to assist our Department of Public Safety.  I would like to thank Berkeley College for this important contribution.” “Animals are our friends,” said Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer.  “But as working dogs in the Police Department, they serve as our protectors.  Berkeley was glad to be able to offer assistance in helping to protect them as well.” David Chong, Commissioner of Public Safety, City of White Plains, who also instructs Berkeley College students in the field of Justice Studies and Criminal Justice, said, “This is another aspect of the work that law enforcement employs.  It is important to familiarize both the community and those we are educating and training about the full range of experiences we may encounter in the field.” In addition to updating the community about the work of the K-9 Unit, the two teams conducted a brief demonstration of their skills at the event.  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs.  Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.    <img alt="" height="165" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A (L to R):  David Chong, White Plains Commissioner of Public Safety; Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, and Tom Roach, White Plains Mayor, update the community on the progress of the new Police Department K-9 Unit. Berkeley College donated custom-made safety vests for two canines. <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit1.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit1.jpg</a>   <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit2.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit2.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTK9Unit2.jpg</a> Photo Caption B: Detective Kittelstad of the White Plains Police Department and his team’s Canine Officer, Justice, make a safe community appearance outside Berkeley College.  David Chong, White Plains Commissioner of Public Safety, and Tom Roach, White Plains Mayor, were on hand to report on the K-9 Unit’s accomplishments and thank Berkeley College for being a partner in helping protect the dogs as well as the community. Berkeley College donated custom-made safety vests for two canines. - end -000Berkeley College Protects White Plains Police K-9 UnitPress Release131475Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/16/2012201210/16/2012201210/16/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE EVENT OFFERS NETWORKING, FOOD AND MUSIC UNDER THE TENT IN WOODLAND PARK <img alt="" height="164" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/UndertheTentA.jpg" width="200" />  http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/UndertheTentA.jpg Photo Caption A: The 6th Annual Under the Tent event at Berkeley College welcomed area chambers of commerce, elected officials and the Berkeley College community for an evening of networking, food and jazz music. Back row (L to R) are Vincent DeCesare, Woodland Park Councilman; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board; Gary Holloway, Woodland Park Councilman; and Tina Gatti, Woodland Park Councilwoman. Front row (L to R) are Keith Kazmark, Woodland Park Mayor; Rita Pascrell, Woodland Park Councilwoman; Joseph Spinelli, Woodland Park Councilman; Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs; and Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park. <img alt="" height="286" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/UndertheTentB.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/UndertheTentB.jpg  Photo Caption B: Lauren Rinaldi, Administrator, Passaic County 200 Club (left), tells guests about the organization during the 6th Annual Under the Tent event at Berkeley College. The event welcomed area chambers of commerce, elected officials and the Berkeley College community for an evening of networking, food and jazz music. - end - 000Berkeley College Event Offers Networking, Food and Music Under the Tent in Woodland ParkPress Release131419Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/11/2012201210/11/2012201210/11/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS MAKE SUPERHERO CAPES FOR CHILDREN WITH JUVENILE DIABETES   <img alt="" height="159" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFCapes.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JDRFCapes.jpg Photo Caption (L to R):  Students Erica Guzman of Ridgewood and Johanna McNutt of Westwood create superhero capes at the Berkeley College location in Paramus. The College will bring the capes to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk to Cure Diabetes in Franklin Lakes on Sunday, October 14, where children with diabetes will be invited to design his or her own superhero cape. The theme for the walk is “Be a Hero.” Fabric for the capes was donated by Milton Decorator Fabrics in Lodi. According to the JDRF, more than 15,000 children and 15,000 adults are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in the United States each year.  - end -000Berkeley College Students Make Superhero Capes for Children with Juvenile DiabetesPress Release131353Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/4/2012201210/4/2012201210/4/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM CLIFTON RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS, NJ CHAPTER Berkeley College is proud to announce that the recipient of the 2012 Industry Partner Scholarship, awarded by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID), is Christopher Dobles of Clifton, NJ. The scholarship is awarded based on academic accomplishments, a letter of recommendation from an employer or a faculty member, and a letter from the student expressing a desire to work in the interior design profession. Mr. Dobles, who serves as President of the Berkeley College Student Chapter of the NJASID, is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Interior Design at Berkeley College in Paramus. In 2011, Mr. Dobles won the NJASID Samuel and Rhoda Chalfin Memorial Scholarship competition for a chair that he designed during Student Workshops held at Berkeley College. “Christopher has great passion and enthusiasm for design. He is constantly challenging himself by exploring new and creative solutions to apply to his projects,” said Jason Lee, Faculty Liaison for the Berkeley College Student Chapter of NJASID. Students with a BFA degree in Interior Design are prepared for careers in areas including residential or commercial interior design; exhibit design; design management; and merchandising and retail display management. Berkeley College also offers an Associate in Applied Science degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design at the Paramus location. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ASIDAwards10.12.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ASIDAwards10.12.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Christopher Dobles (far right) of Clifton, NJ, is the recipient of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID) 2012 Industry Partner Scholarship. Also pictured left to right are Berkeley College student Or Moladjan of Flushing in Queens, NY, who received the NJASID 2012 Jay Slack Memorial Educational Scholarship; and NJASID President Sharon Draznin. The students were presented with their awards at a recent NJASID Design Excellence Awards dinner.      -end-   000Clifton Student Receives Scholarship from American Society of Interior Designers, NJ ChapterPress Release131348Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse10/3/2012201210/3/2012201210/3/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM MANHATTAN RECEIVES HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference (HVWAC) for women’s cross country. Ms. Celin is a student at the New York City location. Ms. Celin was named to the HVWAC Honor Roll during the week of September 25 for her performance at the Bard Invitational, during which she finished 20th overall and set a new school record with a time of 21:05.  “We are extremely proud of Sarah for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “Her outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from her at Berkeley.”  A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="175" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelin.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SarahCelin.jpg Photo Caption: Sarah Celin of Manhattan, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Women’s Athletic Conference for women’s cross country.  - end - 000Berkeley College Athlete from Manhattan Receives Honors from HVWACPress Release131329Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/3/2012201210/3/2012201210/3/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM QUEENS RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS, NJ CHAPTER Berkeley College is proud to announce that the recipient of the 2012 Jay Slack Memorial Educational Scholarship, awarded by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID), is Or Moladjan, a resident of Flushing in Queens, NY. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic accomplishments and financial need. An international student from Israel, Ms. Moladjan is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Interior Design at Berkeley College in Paramus. She is on track to graduate in July 2014 and aspires to run her own Interior Design business. “Or’s vision for design is very global. Her passion and technical skills – combined with creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail – are why she stands out in class and achieves exceptional grades,” said Jason Lee, Faculty Liaison for the Berkeley College Student Chapter of NJASID. Students with a BFA degree in Interior Design are prepared for careers in areas including residential or commercial interior design; exhibit design; design management; and merchandising and retail display management. Berkeley College also offers an Associate in Applied Science degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design at the Paramus location. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img align="left" alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ASIDAwards10.12.jpg" width="200" />   www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ASIDAwards10.12.jpg Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College student Or Moladjan of Flushing in Queens, NY, who received the 2012 Jay Slack Memorial Educational Scholarship from the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID); NJASID President Sharon Draznin; and Berkeley College student Christopher Dobles of Clifton, NJ, who received the NJASID 2012 Industry Partner Scholarship. The students, who are pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design at Berkeley College in Paramus, NJ, were presented with the awards during a recent NJASID Design Excellence Awards dinner.     -end-   000Queens Student Receives Scholarship from American Society of Interior Designers, NJ ChapterPress Release131290Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/28/201220129/28/201220129/28/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE AND GREENBURGH, NY, HAIL PARTNERSHIP AS COLLEGE STUDENTS SAVE TOWN HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS At a news conference held in the Auditorium of Greenburgh, NY, Town Hall yesterday, Paul Feiner, Town Supervisor, and Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President, acknowledged the benefits of a winning partnership established between the town and the Career Services Department of Berkeley College in White Plains, NY. "This partnership is of tremendous benefit to the Town of Greenburgh and the 90,000 citizens we serve,” said Mr. Feiner. “We are so proud of these talented students from Berkeley College who are performing meaningful government work, gaining real government work experience, and saving our taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.” Dr. Cortes praised Greenburgh town leaders for their roles in mentoring students.  He emphasized the importance of students being prepared for and gaining real-world experience. Furthermore, he pointed out that every Berkeley College student, in every field, is required to participate in an internship prior to graduation.    “The caliber of career opportunities that this town has offered our students is a testament to the enthusiasm that town officials have given this program,” said Dr. Cortes. “The skills that our students have acquired will indicate to future employers that they are hardworking individuals with a valuable background in town governance experience.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Greenburgh1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A (L to R):  Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College greets Paul Feiner, Supervisor, Town of Greenburgh, NY, at a joint news conference held today at Greenburgh Town Hall.  President Cortes and Supervisor Feiner praised the benefits of a partnership which has created real government experience for the students and tax dollar savings for the town and its residents. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Greenburgh2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B (L to R): Carolina Patrocinio, Berkeley College student, New Windsor, NY; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College; Carmen Cabrera, Berkeley College student, Tarrytown, NY, and Paul Feiner, Supervisor, Greenburgh, NY, address the press at a joint news conference held today at Greenburgh Town Hall.  President Cortes and Supervisor Feiner praised the benefits of a partnership which has created real government experience for the students and tax dollar savings for the town and its residents.  Students thanked Berkeley College and Greenburgh, NY, officials for the opportunity. - end - 000Greenburgh, NY, and Berkeley College Hail PartnershipPress Release131256Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/26/201220129/26/201220129/26/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES AWARD FROM WOODLAND PARK, NJ, MAYOR AND COUNCIL <img alt="" height="252" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKAward.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKAward.jpg Photo Caption (L to R): Keith Kazmark, Woodland Park Mayor; Joseph Carioti, III, Owner, McBride Auto Body; Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Relations; Tom Alessandrello, BES Inc. Vice President, Operations; and Linda Pinsky, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park. The Mayor and Council of Woodland Park honored the two businesses for their longstanding commitment to the community at a recent council meeting. The large round hand-carved wooden signs were donated by McBride Auto Body and Berkeley College in celebration of their 75th and 80th anniversaries, respectively, and will be displayed on the walls of the main and second floors in the municipal building. - end - 000Berkeley College Receives Award from Woodland Park, NJ, Mayor and CouncilPress Release131223Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/24/201220129/24/201220129/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM SOUTHERN QUEENS RECEIVES HONORS FROM HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman goalkeeper Gustavo Moreno of Ozone Park in Queens, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Moreno is a student at the New York City location. Mr. Moreno was named to the HVMAC Honor Roll during the week of September 18 for his performance in the week’s games, during which he made 15 saves. “We are extremely proud of Gustavo for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="220" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GustavoMoreno.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/GustavoMoreno.jpg Photo Caption: Gustavo Moreno of Ozone Park in Queens, NY, has received athletic honors from the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Southern Queens Receives Athletic Honors from HVMACPress Release131222Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/24/201220129/24/201220129/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ATHLETE FROM ISTANBUL AND MANHATTAN NAMED ROOKIE OF THE WEEK BY HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Berkeley College is proud to announce that freshman forward Hasan Sezer of Istanbul, Turkey, and Manhattan, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) for men’s soccer. Mr. Sezer is a student at the New York City location. Mr. Sezer received the HVMAC honor during the week of September 11 for scoring two goals in each game against the University of Maine at Fort Kent and the University of Maine at Presque Isle. “We are extremely proud of Hasan for this well-deserved recognition,” said Brian Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director. “His outstanding performance is a result of hard work and dedication and we expect more great things from him at Berkeley.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="215" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HasanSezer.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HasanSezer.jpg Photo Caption: Hasan Sezer of Istanbul, Turkey, and Manhattan, NY, has been named Rookie of the Week by the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference for men’s soccer. - end -000Berkeley College Athlete from Istanbul and Manhattan Named Rookie of the Week by HVMACPress Release131288Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/21/201220129/28/201220129/28/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK OF </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> MATTHEW McDONNELL – PAINTING THE HUMAN FIGURE </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Matthew McDonnell at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from October 1 through 31 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, October 11, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Born in Brooklyn, NY, artist Matthew McDonnell spent many of his early years attending summer workshops at the Brooklyn Museum.  He was greatly absorbed by the collections at the museum, in particular the drawings of Michaelangelo.  Painting began earnestly in high school when he moved toward cubism and surrealism, with great interest in Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque.  He also studied the work of Paul Klee and Jackson Pollock.  Later, while attending Brooklyn College, he determined that the modern art of our time must be based on the art of cultures around the world and the art of our predecessors. He tries to apply this belief to his work.  Mr. McDonnell calls himself a figurative painter. “My work is always of the figure.  I multiply the figurations and imagery using what is hinted at.  I prefer the suggestion of the possible without delineating the actual.  So it is with the human figure in my paintings.  Whether hidden and veiled, joined or dispersed, it is still there,” he said.  Most of his exhibits have been held in the New York area, including:  Paintcan Studios, Long Island City, NY; The East End Ensemble Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; T. Coll Company, New York, NY; Synergy, New York, NY; and Metropolitan Artists Group, New York, NY.   For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.matthewmcdonnell.com">www.matthewmcdonnell.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="246" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_delimiteddesire(1).jpg" width="200" />  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_delimiteddesire(1).jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/matthewmcdonnell_delimitdesire(1).jpg</a> Photo Caption:  “Delimit Desire,” an oil on canvas from artist Matthew McDonnell’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from October 1 through 31.                                                                                                                                                   - end -  000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Matthew McDonnell - Painting the Human FigurePress Release131152Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/18/201220129/18/201220129/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2012  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> OCTOBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  October 10       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  October 10         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 21 Berkeley College will sponsor its 8th Annual Charity Car Show and Family Fun Day from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (rain date October 28).  All proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Boomer Esiason Foundation to help find a cure for this terrible disease.  Car enthusiasts are invited to register their vehicles for display; registration fee is $20.  All participants who register by October 15 will receive a participation trophy.  Food and beverages are available.  For registration forms or for more information, contact Tracy Welch at 201-967-9667, ext. 1706, or visit <a href="https://mail.BerkeleyCollege.edu/accarshow.nsf">https://mail.BerkeleyCollege.edu/accarshow.nsf</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  October 10         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: October 10 Berkeley College proudly presents the “6th Annual Under the Tent Networking Event.” in partnership with the Greater Paterson, North Jersey Regional, and Tri-County Chambers of Commerce.  As in past years, this event features great jazz, food, and networking, and will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, with a rain date of October 11.  The cost is $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers.  Please RSVP by October 5 to your respective chamber:  Greater Paterson, 973-881-7300; North Jersey Regional, 973-470-9300; or Tri-County, 862-210-8328.  Or you can call Berkeley College at 201-967-9667, ext. 1794.  Note that seats are limited to the first 250 responders. October 10          Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13      Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   October 10         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13      Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: October 10        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  October 10         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. October 10         Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 13       Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. . - end -       000Berkeley College Announces October EventsPress Release131126Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/14/201220129/14/201220129/14/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PAINTINGS OF KENNETH DINKEL – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ART THAT BRINGS LIGHT INTO DARKENED LIVES   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of abstract and landscape artist Kenneth Dinkel at its gallery, 255 Duffield Street, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit will be on display from September 29 through December 29.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, September 29 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  Born in New Rochelle, NY, Mr. Dinkel spent his early years in Rye where he became a national champion swimmer.  He attended Ithaca College, and then left academia to start a painting and refinishing company, Mr. Goodstrip. The artist has studios in Armonk, NY, and Chatham, MA.   In describing his work, Mr. Dinkel says, “Painting is my passion.  Creating works that are appealing and open up the imagination of the viewer bring me the most joy.  I try to produce pieces that are in harmony with nature, and to create art that brings light into darkened lives.”   Mr. Dinkel credits much of his success to Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber who gave the artist his first solo exhibition at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown gallery in July 2008.  At that time, Mr. Dinkel’s works were met with rave reviews and sales, with invitations to show at the Great Masters of Tomorrow International Contemporary Art Exhibition at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France, and the Contemporary Beijing International Art Expo at the China World Trade Center in Beijing, China.  His work has been featured, reviewed, and published in magazines including Gallery & Studio, an international art journal, and Armonk magazine.  His paintings are in corporate and private collections, including those of Axis Point, Inc., New York, NY; Fifth Street Capital, Inc., White Plains, NY; retired New York Yankee and Grammy nominated musician Bernie Williams, and two time Academy Award winner Ron Howard.  He is represented by the Virginia Barrett Gallery in Greenwich, CT.  For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.fanartreview.com/kenneth_dinkel">www.fanartreview.com/kenneth_dinkel</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="102" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/kennethdinkel_reef.jpg" width="300" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/kennethdinkel_reef.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/kennethdinkel_reef.jpg</a> Photo Caption: “Reef,” one of Kenneth Dinkel’s abstract paintings on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from September 29 through December 29.                - end -  000Berkeley College Presents the Paintings of Kenneth Dinkel--Art That Brings Light Into Darkened LivesPress Release131125Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/13/201220129/13/201220129/13/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION PLANS REUNION WEEKEND IN NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK The Berkeley College Alumni Association is pleased to announce its Reunion Weekend will be held September 21 and 22, respectively, at the campuses located in Woodland Park, NJ, and Midtown New York City.  The theme for the weekend is Return* Reconnect* Rediscover. "The activities planned offer a complementary mix of social events along with business panel discussions, career workshops, and faculty-led educational programs,” said Jennifer Porter, Berkeley College Director of Alumni Relations. “This is a wonderful opportunity for alumni to reconnect with old friends and make new professional contacts.” Alumni and guests can choose from a variety of activities ranging from a river cruise and evening in Manhattan to key faculty presentations, leadership and entrepreneurial development workshops, and resume re-writes. Alumni will also have the opportunity to reconnect with the faculty, who are well-versed in the professional business world. To update your Berkeley College alumni information, find out more, or register, visit <a href="http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/AlumniReunion">http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/AlumniReunion</a> or contact Jennifer Porter, Alumni Director, at 1-800-446-5400, ext 1206. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Alumni Association Plans Reunion Weekend in New Jersey and New YorkPress Release130932Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/29/201220128/29/201220128/29/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PAINTINGS OF </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> LEON NICHOLAS KALAS – FROM ABSTRACT TO REALISM  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Leon Nicholas Kalas at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from September 4 through 28 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, September 13, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Born in Athens, Greece, and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Leon Nicholas Kalas says, “Creativity was always part of my life.  I have painted ever since I can remember.”  The artist adopted a variety of styles and approaches from abstract to realism. He developed his talents through self-discipline, passion, and a keen interest in humanity, all of these skills honed over a lifetime and refined in his later years at the New York Academy of Art, the Art Students League of New York, and the Fashion Institute of Technology.  Of his work, Mr. Kalas says, “Painting to me is a life force, not a career. My work consists mostly of figurative and portrait paintings; however, I do experiment in various art movements such as pure abstract, abstract expressionism, minimalism, symbolism, and conceptualism. All art movements interest me.” His work has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City; the Library of Congress; the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, AK; the Ministry of Culture in Bucharest, Romania; the Museul de Art in Cluj-Napoca, Romania; the Royal Collection of Morocco; and the Royal Collection of the King of Greece.  This past spring he also exhibited at Berkeley College in Brooklyn.    He has been published in New York Arts magazine, Boheme magazine in Paris, France, and Brooklyn Fine Arts magazine.  Mr. Kalas has participated in art camps for cultural exchanges in Morocco and Romania. He has painted portraits of actors Sidney Poitier and Tony Curtis, fashion designer Valentino Garavani, Fidel Castro of Cuba, and singer Harry Belafonte.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley College Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="204" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leonkalas_subwayseries.jpg" width="300" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leonkalas_subwayseries.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/leonkalas_subwayseries.jpg</a> Photo Caption:  “NY Subway Series” from artist Leon Nicholas Kalas’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from September 4 through 28.                                                                                    - end - 000Berkeley College Presents the Paintings of Leon Nicholas Kalas - From Abstract to RealismPress Release130764Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/24/201220128/24/201220128/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE PARTICIPATES IN CHINESE-AMERICAN PLANNING COUNCIL WALKATHON <img alt="" height="147" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CPCWalkathon.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CPCWalkathon.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and staff from the New York City, Brooklyn and White Plains locations pose with Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President (center), after participating in the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) Walkathon, which crossed the Brooklyn Bridge. The theme of the Walkathon was “One Community, One Goal, Walk for our Future,” and 1,000 walkers raised more than $110,000 for CPC’s social services. The CPC is a nonprofit that provides services, skills and resources to Chinese Americans in New York with the goal of economic self-sufficiency and integration into the American mainstream.  - end -000Berkeley College Participates in Chinese-American Planning Council WalkathonPress Release130727Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/21/201220128/21/201220128/21/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> SEPTEMBER EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  September 12      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  September 12        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  September 12        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: September 12         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   September 12        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: September 12       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  September 12         Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. September 12        Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. September 15     Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -         000Berkeley College Announces September EventsPress Release130628Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201220128/16/201220128/16/20122012     Berkeley College Appoints Kelly Berge as Assistant Dean, Online   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS KELLY BERGE AS ASSISTANT DEAN, ONLINE Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Berge as Assistant Dean, Online. In this role, Ms. Berge will work closely with Department Chairs and the Office of Faculty Affairs, and will assist in the coordination, planning, delivery and assessment of online academic degree programs. “Ms. Berge has many years of experience in teaching online courses and in implementing and coordinating online college programs, which will serve her well in her new position,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost.  Since 2011, Ms. Berge has served as an adjunct instructor at Berkeley College, teaching online health courses. In addition, she worked as a full-time Instructor in the School of Healthcare at Dover Business College teaching online and on-site courses, while also serving as the Online Program Coordinator. Ms. Berge’s other responsibilities at Dover Business College included Chair of the Faculty Affairs Committee and a member of the Technology, Information Literacy and Strategic Planning committees. Ms. Berge has a MS degree in Business Management and Healthcare Administration from New England College and a BS in Business Management from Oakland University. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="329" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KellyBerge.JPG" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KellyBerge.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/KellyBerge.JPG</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has announced the appointment of Kelly Berge as Assistant Dean, Online.       - end -         000Berkeley College Appoints Kelly Berge as Assistant Dean, OnlinePress Release130585Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/14/201220128/14/201220128/14/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS MAKE DOLLS AND CRAFT KITS FOR CHILDREN FACING MEDICAL CHALLENGES <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ProjectSunshineA.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ProjectSunshineA.jpg Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Gwendolyn Tucker of Brooklyn, NY, creates a “surgi doll” for Project Sunshine’s Sending Sunshine program. Doctors use the dolls to demonstrate medical procedures in order to educate and comfort children preparing for surgery. Each child can decorate his or her own doll. The Berkeley College students also assembled more than 100 craft kits that will allow children to create their own storybooks. Project Sunshine is a nonprofit organization that provides free educational, recreational and social programs to children facing medical challenges and their families.  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ProjectSunshineB.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ProjectSunshineB.jpg Photo Caption B (L to R): Berkeley College students Karen Long, Kenyetta Forcey and Kehinde Obi, all of Brooklyn, NY, and Vishwanauth Dilon Seeraj of Woodhaven in Queens, NY, create “surgi dolls” for Project Sunshine’s Sending Sunshine program. Doctors use the dolls to demonstrate medical procedures in order to educate and comfort children preparing for surgery. Each child can decorate his or her own doll. The Berkeley College students also assembled more than 100 craft kits that will allow children to create their own storybooks. Project Sunshine is a nonprofit organization that provides free educational, recreational and social programs to children facing medical challenges and their families. - end - 000Berkeley College Students Make Dolls and Craft Kits for Children Facing Medical ChallengesPress Release130464Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/1/201220128/2/201220128/2/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CREATES SPECIAL MEMORIES FOR CHILDREN OF FALLEN U.S. TROOPS Sixteen military families had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at a recent Subway Series baseball game, thanks to Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. The event, which took place at Citi Field, featured a meet-and-greet with the Yankees and the Mets, as well as tickets to watch the game from the Mo’s Zone section of right field. “Berkeley College is proud to be part of this event, which gives back to military families,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “It was inspiring to watch the children interact with the players and have an experience that they will remember for the rest of their lives.” Micki Sander, a member of the Snowball Express Board of Directors, said “Snowflake events” like the one at Citi Field give military families an opportunity to bond. “These children and their families have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country,” she said. “We hope events like these give them something to look forward to, and remind them that their sacrifices are not forgotten.” A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Snowball1.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Snowball1.jpg Photo Caption A: Yankees outfielder Nick Swisher greets those in attendance at an event for military families at Citi Field. The event was organized by Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Snowball2.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Snowball2.jpg Photo Caption B: Mets pitcher Jeremy Hefner signs a ball at an event for military families at Citi Field. The event was organized by Berkeley College, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Snowball Express, an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of fallen U.S. troops. - end - 000Berkeley College Creates Special Memories for Children of Fallen U.S. TroopsPress Release130364Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/24/201220127/24/201220127/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBITION BY <h1 style="text-align: center"> STUDENT-ARTIST OMAR ABBAS   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of Omar Abbas, a recent graduate of East Carolina University (ECU), in Greenville, NC, at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from August 6 through 31 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, August 9, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. “ECU has one of the finest art departments in the country, and the number and quality of young artists it produces – including Mr. Abbas – is very impressive,” said Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Gallery Curator.  Mr. Abbas has been immersed in art for as long as he can remember  He hails from Newark, NJ, and graduated from ECU with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art in Illustration.  At the university, he was accepted in the Honors Program, worked as an illustrator for its Expression magazine, and also was accepted into its Italy Intensives Program in Certaldo, Italy.  His work has created much excitement among his peers, and he held a solo exhibition of his paintings at the Above Tipsy Teapot in Greenville.  Group exhibitions, also in Greenville, include the National Juried Art Exhibition, Pitts County Arts Council at Emerge; the Italy Intensive Study Abroad Show, Burroughs Wellcome Gallery, ECU; and the Greenville Museum of Art.  He holds a number of awards, including first place in painting and drawing, Rebel 54, Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge; and first place in painting, Undergraduate Exhibition, Wellington B. Gray Gallery at ECU.   For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="228" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/omarabbas_haunted.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  “Haunted,” an oil on canvas from artist Omar Abbas’ exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from August 6 through 31.                                                                                                       - end -  000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibition by Student-Artist Omar AbbasPress Release130331Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/23/201220127/23/201220127/23/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 23, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS BYRON HARGROVE AS DIRECTOR OF HONORS PROGRAM   Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Byron K. Hargrove, PhD, as Director of the Honors Program. In this role, Mr. Hargrove will be responsible for directing the Honors Program as it grows to incorporate both incoming and continuing students. The Berkeley College Honors Program is an intensive program of study designed to give students the opportunity to perform at a high intellectual level.  “Dr. Hargrove is an engaging counseling psychologist and professor who brings more than 20 years of teaching, counseling, administrative and consulting experience to his new position,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs. Dr. Hargrove has been with Berkeley College for nine years and during that time has held several positions including psychology adjunct instructor, Associate Dean of Student Development and Campus Life, and his current position of full-time faculty member in the School of Liberal Arts.  He is a recipient of the 2011 Faculty of the Year Award for excellence in instruction at Berkeley College. Dr. Hargrove holds an MA and PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Maryland at College Park where he specialized in career psychology and short-term counseling techniques; and a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="261" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BHargroveRev.jpg" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BHargrove.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BHargroveRev.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Byron K. Hargrove, PhD, has been appointed as Director of the Berkeley College Honors Program.     - end -   000Berkeley College Appoints Byron Hargrove as Director of Honors ProgramPress Release130330Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/23/201220127/23/201220127/23/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 23, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE AND NORTH JERSEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SPONSOR CAREER DISCUSSION AND NETWORKING EVENT <img alt="" height="139" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CareerPanelOrg.jpg" width="250" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CareerPanelOrg.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CareerPanelOrg.jpg</a> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Office of Alumni Relations and North Jersey Regional Chamber of Commerce (NJRCC) recently sponsored a panel discussion on “Finding a Job in a Changing Marketplace” at Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ. The discussion was followed by lunch and networking opportunities with local business leaders for recent graduates and alumni. Pictured left to right are Edward Kurbansade, Jr., NJRCC Chairman of the Board and Treasurer, Spencer Savings Bank in Clifton, NJ; Linda Pinsky-Mauro, member of NJRCC Board of Directors and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park and Paramus locations; and Gloria Martini, President, NJRCC.   - end -   000Berkeley College and Regional Chamber of Commerce Sponsor Discussion and Networking EventPress Release130227Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/17/201220127/17/201220127/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2012  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENTS   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  August 15      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  August 15       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:   August 15       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: August 15        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   August 15       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: August 15      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  August 15        Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. August 15       Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -           000Berkeley College Announces August EventsPress Release130156Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/6/201220127/6/201220127/6/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS WILL MOYA AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, NEW YORK CITY LOCATION  Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Will Moya as Campus Operating Officer, New York City location. In this role, Mr. Moya will oversee day-to-day operations, space management and staff and student retention, among other responsibilities. He also will monitor policies related to personnel, including training and professional development programs.  “Mr. Moya has worked with Berkeley College for more than 10 years compiling experience in Academic Affairs, Advisement, Financial Aid, Records Management and most recently in Campus Operations,” said Beth Coyle, EdD, Senior Vice President, Administration. “His student-centered approach and problem-solving skills will be a great asset in his new role.”  Mr. Moya began his career at Berkeley College in 2002. He most recently served as Associate Campus Operating Officer, New York City location. Mr. Moya was an honorable mention recipient of the Berkeley College Associate of the Year award in 2003 and received the Associate of the Year award in Teamwork in 2004.  Mr. Moya holds an MBA in from Nova Southeastern University and a BBA in Information Systems Management and an AAS in Office Systems Management, both from Berkeley College. He is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.     A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including over 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="165" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WillMoyaCOO.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WillMoyaCOO.jpg  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Will Moya as Campus Operating Officer, New York City location. - end -000Berkeley College Appoints Will Moya as Campus Operating Officer, New York City LocationPress Release130131Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/5/201220127/5/201220127/5/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE WORLD FINE ART GROUP -</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ARTISTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of a variety of artists at the Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit will be on display from July 14 through September 27.  The gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Thursday, July 19, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.      “We’re presenting the World Fine Art Group – a collection of nine artists from all over the world,” says Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries.  “We’re pleased to exhibit the work of these talented, well-known artists at our Brooklyn location this summer.”      Featured artists include: <ul> <li> O’Delle Abney – Mr. Abney started Abney Galleries in Soho, then moved to Chelsea where he opened World Fine Art Gallery. His new series of artwork is called Canvas on Canvas. </li> <li> Paul Freidin – Mr. Freidin began drawing as a child during World War II, and was greatly influenced by jazz musicians like Charley Parker, John Contrane and Miles Davis.</li> <li> Sandra Gottlieb – Ms. Gottlieb is a fine arts photographer who has exhibited widely throughout the United States. Much of her work has a personal connection to the sea.</li> <li> Mitra Dejkameh Reyhani – Ms. Reyhani lived in Iran and Turkey before moving to the United States in 1999. Currently, she works in the Queens Museum of Art’s education department with ArtAccess, facilitating Art as Therapy workshops for children and adults with special needs.</li> <li> Kathleen Sidwell – Ms. Sidwell has a unique style all her own, and is known for her dreamlike abstract prints and her thick sculptural paintings. Along with making art, she has played a major role in many art communities.</li> <li> Yvette Sikorsky – Ms. Sikorsky’s career began in France in the mid 1950s.  Although art critics subsequently labeled the artist an abstract-expressionist, she feels her work is neither abstraction nor expressionism, but “wind-blown created motifs.”</li> <li> Victor M. Trejo – Mr. Trejo says he didn’t discover his pictorial vocation until the age of 27, but his aesthetic sensibility remained deeply marked at 18. A strong spiritual crisis combined with readings of Shakespeare, Goethe, Whitman and Victor Hugo brought him to the existence of a new world of vast and transcendent significations. </li> <li> TEN – TEN’s works of oil on panel focus on biomorphic phenomena and evolutionary forces forming the basis of gender interaction.  His images are floral and organic.</li> <li> Cedric Van Eenoo – Mr. Van Eenoo is a multidisciplinary artist, painter, musician, writer and university professor. He says his ink paintings “are an interpretation of the principles of quantum physics in a poetic aesthetic.” </li> </ul> For more information about all of the artists and the exhibit, contact Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries, at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="266" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/odelleabney_frontier.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/odelleabney_frontier.jpg Photo Caption: “Frontier” by artist O’Delle Abney, who is one of the featured artists with work on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn location gallery from July 14 through September 27.                                                                                - end -    000Berkeley College Presents the World Fine Art Group - Artists from all over the WorldPress Release130084Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/28/201220126/28/201220126/28/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS PITCH IN AT RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER IN PERTH AMBOY <img alt="" height="125" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaritanBay.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RaritanBay.jpg  Photo Caption: Michael D’Agnes, President and CEO, Raritan Bay Medical Center (second from right), poses with Berkeley College students after thanking them for their recent work in beautifying the hospital’s patient garden. The students from the Berkeley College Woodbridge location picked up trash and weeded the garden. The effort was coordinated by Alyson Pompeo of Rahway (right), Berkeley College Personal Counselor. - end - 000Berkeley College Students Pitch in at Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth AmboyPress Release130055Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/27/201220126/27/201220126/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.       <h2 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"> JULY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  July 11     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  July 11      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  July 11      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: July 11       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   July 11      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: July 11     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  July 11       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. July 18-19 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshops is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals at their locations of employment.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 25-26 Note:  Enrollment in the following workshop is subject to availability.  Please call the 800 number for more information. Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. July 11      Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -     000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release130021Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/25/201220126/25/201220126/25/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 25, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE DEDICATES THE LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS IN HONOR OF TRUSTEE EMERITUS <img alt="" height="132" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LuingSchoolofBusiness.jpg " width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LuingSchoolofBusiness.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LuingSchoolofBusiness.jpg</a>  Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored its family patriarch at a dedication ceremony of the Larry L. Luing School of Business. Built on the College’s tradition of exceptional, career-focused business education, the School of Business was established in July 2009 and centers on the Management, Fashion, Accounting and Finance, and Marketing departments. The School offers 29 Baccalaureate and Associate degree-level programs, with the two newest in Marketing Communications and Information Technology Management. Left to right are Larry L. Luing, former Berkeley College President and Trustee Emeritus; Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman; Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Provost; Brian D. Luing, Trustee; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Randy B. Luing, Board Vice Chairman; John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business; and Timothy D. Luing, Trustee. For more information about Larry L. Luing and the School of Business, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/Larry_Luing.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/Larry_Luing.htm</a>   - end - 000Berkeley College Dedicates the Larry L. Luing School of Business in Honor of Trustee EmeritusPress Release130007Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/22/201220126/22/201220126/22/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBITION BY STUDENT-ARTIST KATHLEEN MAXIMIN Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Kathleen Maximin at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from July 9 through 28 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, July 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. “We have begun a new annual program to exhibit talented Berkeley College student-artists in our main lobby gallery, and Kathleen’s artwork is the first,” said Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Gallery Curator.  “She is a perfect choice for our exhibit; her work is very strong and mature.” Ms. Maximin was born on the island of St. Lucia and raised in St. Croix.  As a child, she was inspired by the beautiful islands and began to paint.  As her interest in art developed,  she decided to relocate to the United States to pursue this field.  She studied at the Monmouth County Vocational School in Aberdeen, NJ, and received a certificate in Commercial Art. Although she is a great distance away from the majestic surroundings of the islands, Ms. Maximin carries the influences of her native upbringing into her work.  She says she gathers inspiration from artists such as Jackson Pollock, Charles White, Claude Monet, Georgia O’Keeffe, Lorna Simpson, Ernie Barnes, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Dunstan St. Omer.  Ms. Maximin’s most memorable moment occurred in 2004 when she was featured in a CAMBA art exhibition in Brooklyn, NY; two of her pieces caught the attention of and prompted an interview with News 12.  In 2010, she landed her second news interview with BBC World News.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="272" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/kathleenmaximin.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/kathleenmaximin.jpg Photo Caption:  Artwork from artist Kathleen Maximin’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from July 9 through 28.                                                                                                      - end -000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibition by Student-Artist Kathleen MaximinPress Release129999Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/21/201220126/21/201220126/21/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS JENNIFER PORTER AS DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS  Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Porter as Director of Alumni Relations. In this role, Ms. Porter will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategic alumni program that will be interconnected with the goals of every department at the College. In addition, Ms. Porter will work to build strong relationships with Berkeley College Alumni. “Jennifer comes to Berkeley College with more than 10 years of alumni and development work at both nonprofit and higher education institutions. Her experience and knowledge will be a great asset to the Office of Alumni Relations,” said Laura Jewell, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement. Before coming to Berkeley College, Ms. Porter served as Director of Development at the College of Mount Saint Vincent in Riverdale, NY.  In this role, Ms. Porter provided strategic leadership to the Development department and revamped the programming for the school’s Reunion Weekend to increase event appeal and cost effectiveness. She also has worked as Associate Director of Development for Hattie Larlham in Mantua, OH, and as Manager of Individual Giving at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, OH. Ms. Porter holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hiram College in Hiram, OH. She is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, New York Chapter. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="234" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/jporter.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/jporter.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/jporter.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Jennifer Porter as Director of Alumni Relations.   - end -    000Berkeley College Appoints Jennifer Porter as Director of Alumni RelationsPress Release129994Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/21/201220126/21/201220126/21/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ASSOCIATES COLLECT SUPPLIES TO HELP SENIORS CARE FOR THEIR PETS    <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/petfoodpantry2.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/petfoodpantry2.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and associates at the Paramus location in New Jersey collected food and supplies for The Pet Chow Pantry located at Pets Alive Animal Sanctuary in Middletown, NY. The pantry recently teamed up with the Orange County Office for the Aging to help seniors feed their pets. Without this help, many fixed-income seniors would be forced to surrender their pets to a shelter. Left to right are Erica Guzman, Berkeley College student and a Student Development and Campus Life Associate; Jennifer Litvak, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life; Bita Bagnah Gamon, Berkeley College student; and Ciara Moore, Berkeley College student and Student Development and Campus Life Associate. - end -000Berkeley College Students and Associates Collect Pet Supplies for Orange County SeniorsPress Release129974Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/20/201220126/20/201220126/20/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS REGGIE SMITH III TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES  Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Reggie Smith III to the Board of Trustees.  Mr. Smith serves as Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Directors for the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA), where he provides leadership and strategic planning in the area of distance education. He recently was inducted into the USDLA Hall of Fame and previously was named Black Engineer of the Year for Community Service. In December, Mr. Smith served as Keynote Speaker during the Berkeley College observance of USDLA National Distance Learning Week.  “Mr. Smith is dedicated to the advancement of online learning,” said Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman. “His experience with the USDLA in engaging global and online communities will be an asset to the Board of Trustees as it continues to promote the mission and values of Berkeley College.”  Mr. Smith previously worked for Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc., in McLean, VA. He holds an MA in International Management from the University of Maryland University College in Adelphi, MD, and a BS in English/Communications from Lincoln University in Lincoln University, PA.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="289" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ReggieSmithIII.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ReggieSmithIII.jpg  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Reggie Smith III to the Board of Trustees.  - end -000Berkeley College Appoints Reggie Smith III to Board of TrusteesPress Release129862Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/15/201220126/15/201220126/15/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRISDAY, JUNE 15, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE DEDICATES LARRY L. LUING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS </h1> Berkeley College honored its family patriarch today at a dedication ceremony of its School of Business for Larry L. Luing, former President and Chairman of the Board Emeritus.  “Today we dedicate the Larry L. Luing School of Business,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “We honor Larry Luing, the businessman and visionary, the imaginative thinker, the one who was able to create an educational institution that has the level of success, achievement and distinction that continues to this day.” The remarks and ceremony featured personal letters and citations from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and others. Building on the College’s tradition of exceptional, career-focused business education, the School of Business was established in July 2009. Centered on the Management, Fashion, Accounting and Finance, and Marketing departments, the School offers 29 Baccalaureate and Associate degree-level programs, with the two newest in Marketing Communications and Information Technology Management. The School of Business student population comprises two-thirds or approximately 5,000 students of the total enrollment. Of these, 80 percent are pursuing Baccalaureate degrees. Among the nearly 900 international students, 90 percent are pursuing their courses of study in the School of Business. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LarryLuing.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Larry L. Luing, former President and Chairman of the Board Emeritus, Berkeley College  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LarryLuing.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/LarryLuing.jpg</a> - end -     000Berkeley College Dedicates Larry L. Luing School of BusinessPress Release129632Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/5/201220126/5/201220126/5/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE OBSERVES MEMORIAL DAY WITH CEREMONY IN NEW YORK CITY <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYCMemorialDay1.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYCMemorialDay1.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently held a Memorial Day ceremony at the New York City location. The observance featured a candle-lighting ceremony to remember fallen soldiers and recognized the more than 500 Berkeley College students and numerous staff who served in the Armed Forces. Left to right are Rachel D’Alessandro, Director, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Tami Maurer, Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; and student veterans Nichy Williams of Brooklyn and Matteo Bonomo of Flushing, Queens. - end - 000Berkeley College Observes Memorial Day with Ceremony in New York CityPress Release129631Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/5/201220126/5/201220126/5/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE OBSERVES MEMORIAL DAY WITH CEREMONY IN WOODLAND PARK <img alt="" height="152" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKMemorialDay1.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKMemorialDay1.jpg  Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recently held a Memorial Day ceremony at the Woodland Park location. The ceremony remembered fallen soldiers and recognized the more than 500 Berkeley College students and numerous staff who served in the Armed Forces. Left to right are Tami Maurer, Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; U.S. Army Capt. Chris Carbone; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Rachel D’Alessandro, Director, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; and student veteran Jeremiah Carnes of Edison, who read an original poem at the ceremony.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKMemorialDay2.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WPKMemorialDay2.jpg  Photo Caption B: U.S. Army Capt. Chris Carbone addresses the Berkeley College community during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Woodland Park location. The ceremony remembered fallen soldiers and recognized the more than 500 Berkeley College students and numerous staff who served in the Armed Forces. - end - 000Berkeley College Observes Memorial Day with Ceremony in Woodland ParkPress Release129583Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/1/201220126/1/201220126/1/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE AND ASIS INTERNATIONAL NORTHERN NEW JERSEY CHAPTER SPONSOR HOMELAND SECURITY SYMPOSIUM <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SecuritySymposium.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/SecuritySymposium.jpg  Photo Caption (L to R): Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President, recognizes Peter C. Harvey, Esq., Berkeley College Trustee and former New Jersey Attorney General, for his participation in a Homeland Security Symposium held at the Bergen County Police and Fire Academy in Mahwah, NJ. The symposium, titled “The Benefits of Public-Private Partnerships in Policing and Security,” was sponsored by the College and ASIS (American Society for Industrial Security) International Northern New Jersey Chapter XIII. Local agencies, as well as Berkeley College students pursuing a degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice were invited to attend. Also presenting at the symposium were representatives of the City of White Plains Police Department, New Jersey State Police, New York City Police Department – Counterterrorism Division, Bergen County Police Department, ASIS International Northern New Jersey and NJ TRANSIT Police Department, among other agencies. - end - 000Berkeley College and ASIS International Chapter Sponsor Homeland Security SymposiumPress Release129566Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/1/201220126/1/201220126/1/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM MANHATTAN RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CLUB NJ Berkeley College is proud to announce that Carl Uggla of Manhattan, NY, and Bromma in Sweden has received a scholarship from the International Commerce Club NJ. Mr. Uggla is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management at the New York City location.  The goal of the International Commerce Club is to foster international trade and development in the tri-state area. Mr. Uggla was awarded the scholarship for the quality of his essay about the Suez Canal and its role in world trade.  “The International Commerce Club has partnered with Berkeley College for several years,” said ICC President Karin Alfonso. “We continue to be impressed with the aptitude and qualifications of Berkeley College students who compete for the scholarship each year.”    A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ICCScholars.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ICCScholars.jpg  Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College students Carl Uggla of Manhattan, NY, and Bromma in Sweden, and Adriana Abreu of Staten Island, NY, with Rahul Bedi, PhD, Berkeley College Associate Chair, Management, School of Business. The students received scholarships from the International Commerce Club NJ, an organization that fosters international trade and development in the tri-state area.  - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Manhattan Receives Scholarship from International Commerce Club NJPress Release129565Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/1/201220126/1/201220126/1/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT FROM STATEN ISLAND RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CLUB NJ  Berkeley College is proud to announce that Adriana Abreu of Staten Island, NY, has received a scholarship from the International Commerce Club NJ. Ms. Abreu is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in International Business at the New York City location.  The goal of the International Commerce Club is to foster international trade and development in the tri-state area. Ms. Abreu was awarded the scholarship for the quality of her essay about the Suez Canal and its role in world trade.  “The International Commerce Club has partnered with Berkeley College for several years,” said ICC President Karin Alfonso. “We continue to be impressed with the aptitude and qualifications of Berkeley College students who compete for the scholarship each year.”   A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="138" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ICCScholars.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ICCScholars.jpg  Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College students Carl Uggla of Manhattan, NY, and Bromma in Sweden, and Adriana Abreu of Staten Island, NY, with Rahul Bedi, PhD, Berkeley College Associate Chair, Management, School of Business. The students received scholarships from the International Commerce Club NJ, an organization that fosters international trade and development in the tri-state area.  - end - 000Berkeley College Student from Staten Island Receives Scholarship from International Commerce Club NJPress Release129544Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse5/31/201220125/31/201220125/31/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 31, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> MORE THAN 350 BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES AND ALUMNI PARTICIPATE IN THIRD ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY More than 350 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 1,500 hours of community service at 36 community agencies in New York and New Jersey as part of the third annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 11. In New York, volunteers had 20 opportunities to volunteer in Manhattan and the Bronx, as well as on Long Island and in Rockland and Westchester counties. In New Jersey, associates had 28 opportunities in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Somerset and Union counties. Some activities included delivering meals to the homebound with Citymeals-on-Wheels in Manhattan, NY; building boats for children at Rocking the Boat in the Bronx, NY; painting at the Boys and Girls Club of Northwest New Jersey in Wayne, NJ; and clearing trails at Ramapo Reservation in Mahwah, NJ. “Berkeley College has a long tradition of serving organizations in the local and global community,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “Community Service Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to give back to the communities where we work and live.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="149" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CSDManhattan.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/CSDManhattan.jpg Photo Caption A: Dario A. Cortes (second from right), Berkeley College President, volunteers with Berkeley College associates at Room to Grow in Manhattan as part of the third annual Berkeley College Community Service Day, held Friday, May 11. More than 350 Berkeley College associates and alumni volunteered 1,500 hours of community service at community agencies in New York and New Jersey. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Ramaporeservation1.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Ramaporeservation1.jpg Photo Caption B: Associates clear trails at Ramapo Reservation in Mahwah, NJ, as part of the third annual Berkeley College Community Service Day. - end -000More Than 350 Berkeley College Associates and Alumni Participate in 3rd Annual Community Service DayPress Release129503Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/29/201220125/29/201220125/29/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE WORK OF MULTIMEDIA ARTIST </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> LAURA FAY LEWIS  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Laura Fay Lewis at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from June 4 through 29 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, June 7, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. “I love Laura’s musical approach to her artwork,” said Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Gallery Curator.  “Just looking at it makes you feel happy and free.” Ms. Lewis is a multimedia artist, originally from Coral Gables, FL, and now living and working in New York City.  She is a painter, actress, singer, musician, songwriter, published poet and filmmaker, as well as a graduate of The Julliard School.  She is currently lead singer and rhythm guitar player for the rock band, the Blisstones.  Ms. Lewis studied art with the master abstract expressionist Anthony Masaccio with whom she is producing a documentary.  Because of her musical background, her work is very lyrical, and she approaches each piece of art as a musical interlude or musical dance of color, lines and shapes. Her work has appeared in group art shows in New York City that include “The History of Conspiracy” at 207 Gallery, “Taking it Higher” at Jungle Studios, and “Corpus Xeroxysm” at Tompkins Square Library Art Gallery.  The artist is delighted to be doing her first solo show at Berkeley College’s Midtown Gallery.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/laurafayelewis_muse.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/laurafayelewis_muse.jpg</a>  <img alt="" height="225" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/laurafayelewis_muse.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:  “Muse” from artist Laura Fay Lewis’ exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from June 4 through 29.                                                                  - end -     000Berkeley College Presents the Work of Multimedia Artist Laura Fay LewisPress Release129334Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/18/201220125/18/201220125/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS CECILIA GARCIA AS NEW YORK ALUMNA OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYAlumnaofYear.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYAlumnaofYear.jpg  Photo Caption: Cecilia Garcia (second from left) of Ridgefield Park, NJ, was presented with the New York Alumni of the Year Award at the 2012 Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 27, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New York Alumni of the Year Award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and personal fulfillment. Ms. Garcia, a 1985 graduate of Berkeley College in New York City, is Vice President, Investment Management Division, at Goldman Sachs. Also pictured left to right are Laura Jewell, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board.  - end -   000Berkeley College Honors Cecilia Garcia as New York Alumna of the YearPress Release129333Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/18/201220125/18/201220125/18/20122012  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ETTA RUDOLF DENK  AS NEW JERSEY ALUMNA OF THE YEAR    <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ERudolfDenk5.17.21.jpg" width="200" />  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ERudolfDenk5.17.21.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/ERudolfDenk5.17.21.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Etta Rudolf Denk (third from left) of Maplewood, NJ, was presented with the New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award at the 2012 Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 27, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New Jersey Alumni of the Year Award is presented annually to a Berkeley College graduate who has enjoyed professional success and personal fulfillment. Ms. Rudolf  Denk, a 1983 graduate of Berkeley College, is Senior Vice President – New Jersey Market Manager at Bank of America. Also pictured left to right are Laura Jewell, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board.   - end -000Berkeley College Honors Etta Rudolf Denk As New Jersey Alumna Of The YearPress Release129332Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/18/201220125/18/201220125/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> JUNE EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  June 6     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  June 6      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  June 6     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: June 6      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   June 6     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: June 6     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  June 6      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. June 6     Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   <h2>  </h2> 000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release129329Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/17/201220125/17/201220125/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS FREDDY QUINONES JR. AS NEW YORK STUDENT OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYStudofYear.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NYStudofYear.jpg  Photo Caption: Freddy Quinones Jr. (second from left) of Brooklyn, NY, was presented with the 2012 New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the 2012 Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 27, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. Mr. Quinones also was chosen as the Student Speaker to address the graduates. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice. Also pictured left to right are Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Edwin Hughes, EdD, Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Freddy Quinones Jr. as New York Student of the YearPress Release129328Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/17/201220125/17/201220125/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS DAVID LUGO AS NEW JERSEY STUDENT OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLugo5.17.21.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLugo5.17.21.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DLugo5.17.21.jpg</a>  Photo Caption (L to R): David Lugo (second from left) of Elizabeth, NJ, was presented with the 2012 New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held Friday, April 27, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. The New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. Mr. Lugo completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Management. Also pictured left to right are Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Edwin Hughes, EdD, Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board.  - end - 000Berkeley College Honors David Lugo as New Jersey Student of the YearPress Release129274Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/15/201220125/15/201220125/15/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS VOLUNTEER AT COMMUNITY KITCHEN AND PANTRY OF WEST HARLEM <img alt="" height="155" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WestHarlemFoodBank.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WestHarlemFoodBank.jpg  Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and associates recently volunteered at the Food Bank for New York City’s Community Kitchen and Pantry of West Harlem in New York City as part of the Berkeley Cares initiative. Berkeley Cares supports charities that serve local communities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health, and student success. The group worked in the pantry area, restocking shelves and helping those less fortunate select groceries according to their individual and family needs. Left to right are Berkeley College students Rahinat Emily Koti of the central Bronx, NY; and international students Alusine Kann and Rebecka Svensson, both of Manhattan, NY, and Stockholm, Sweden.  - end -000Berkeley College Students Volunteer at Community Kitchen and Pantry of West HarlemPress Release129247Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/14/201220125/14/201220125/14/20122012  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 14, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS IN NATIONWIDE RECYCLEMANIA TOURNAMENT TO REDUCE WASTE AND INCREASE RECYCLING ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES Brooklyn location named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for Waste Reduction  in a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition   <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKRecyAwardRT.Jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKRecyAwardRT.Jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBKRecyAwardRT.Jpg</a>    Photo Caption: Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined 605 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 12th Annual RecycleMania Tournament. This year, 92 million pounds of recyclables and organic materials were recovered, which prevented the release of nearly 150,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.  In a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition, the Brooklyn location in New York City, was named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for Waste Reduction. Pictured with the award is Conrad Walker, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Brooklyn, NY. For more information on recycling statistics at Berkeley College visit Project GreenPath at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm</a>.  - end -000Berkeley College Brooklyn Named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for Waste ReductionPress Release129170Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/8/201220125/8/201220125/8/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MORE THAN 1,700 STUDENTS RECEIVE DIPLOMAS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 27, to support Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Class of 2012.   More than 1,700 students from Berkeley College locations in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online, received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees. It was the largest graduating class in the 81-year history of the College.  “Today is a celebration of your accomplishments,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “For more than 80 years, Berkeley College has been changing the lives of students who came to us in search of a better and more prosperous future. The education that they received has enabled thousands of them to find success in their careers.”  The members of the graduating class are beginning their careers at 630 companies including Bank of America, Calvin Klein, JP Morgan and Price Waterhouse Cooper, among others.  Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President, delivered the Commencement Address and was given an honorary Doctor of Law degree.  “Be the entrepreneur. These businesses that today are in America started with the genius of one person,” Mr. Markowitz told the graduates. “It’s young and innovative rising stars like you who create the exciting jobs and businesses that can really change the world.”  Honorary degrees also were awarded to two Berkeley College Trustees Emeriti. Gwendolyn Jordan Dungy, PhD, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree, and Sharon Anderson Lewis, PhD, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="112" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BerkeleyCollegeGrads.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BerkeleyCollegeGrads.jpg  Photo Caption A: Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President, addresses graduates at the Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 27 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MartyMarkowitz.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MartyMarkowitz.jpg  Photo Caption B: Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Borough President, delivers the Commencement Address to the Berkeley College Class of 2012. Mr. Markowitz was given an honorary Doctor of Law degree.  - end -000More Than 1,700 Students Receive Diplomas from Berkeley CollegePress Release129157Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/7/201220125/7/201220125/7/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 7, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES “BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY” AWARD  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJBestPlaces2012_004_ers.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman of Berkeley College, and Karen Carpentieri, Vice President of Human Resources, celebrate at the Best Places to Work in New Jersey award reception. This is the seventh year in which Berkeley College has received the honor. The award program, produced by NJBIZ and sponsored by Gibbons, is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in New Jersey, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce and businesses. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJBestPlaces2012_004_ers.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/NJBestPlaces2012_004_ers.jpg</a> - end -   000Berkeley College Receives "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" AwardPress Release129088Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/1/201220125/1/201220125/1/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS JENNIFER IACINO, EdD, AS DEAN, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE, ONLINE  Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Jennifer Iacino, EdD, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Online. In this role, Dr. Iacino will be responsible for all aspects of student life through Berkeley College Online and will work closely with students, faculty and staff in the creative design and implementation of student development programs.  “Dr. Iacino has held diverse leadership positions in higher education for the past 12 years,” said Edwin Hughes, EdD, Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. “Her experience will help Berkeley College actively engage our online community and meet the distinct needs of these online students.”  Before coming to Berkeley College, Dr. Iacino served as an External Evaluator for the Advancing Environmental Literacy Project, a grant-funded program of innovative sustainability curriculum at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, NC. She also has worked with several programs at Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL, including the Women in Math, Science & Engineering Living-Learning Community; the Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement; and the Student Activities department.  Dr. Iacino holds an EdD in Higher Education and a BS in Political Science from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL; and an MA in Higher Education Administration from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. She is a native of Fort Lauderdale and Tallahassee, FL.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="266" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JenniferIacino.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/JenniferIacino.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Jennifer Iacino, EdD, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, Online.  - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Jennifer Iacino, EdD, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, OnlinePress Release129050Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/30/201220124/30/201220124/30/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE OPENS VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER AT WOODLAND PARK LOCATION <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransResourceCenter.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/VeteransResourceCenter.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception to open a Veterans Resource Center for students at the Woodland Park location. At the center, student veterans can gather to receive information about Veterans Affairs benefits, meet with the staff of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, and socialize. The College serves more than 500 military students in New Jersey and New York. Left to right are Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park; Rachel D’Alessandro, Director, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Matteo Bonomo of Flushing, Queens; Dante Gordon of East Orange, NJ; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board; Maja Johnson of Newark, President, Berkeley Renegades student veterans club; Tami Maurer, Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; and Nichy Williams of Brooklyn, President, Berkeley Troops student veterans club. - end - 000Berkeley College Opens Veterans Resource Center at Woodland Park LocationPress Release129033Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/27/201220124/27/201220124/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBIT OF PAINTINGS</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  TO CELEBRATE BROOKLYN ARTISTS  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artists Rudy (Kofi) Cain, Mary Chang, Leon Nicholas Kalas, and Norma Lithgow at the Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit will be on display from May 1 through June 28.  The gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, May 12 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.    According to Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries, “We knew when we opened the gallery at the new Berkeley College location in Brooklyn we would find a hotbed of talent and creativity.  I think these four artists are excellent examples of Brooklyn’s art community.”    Dr. Rudy (Kofi) Cain, a native of Richmond, VA, is a long-time resident of the Fort Green/Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn. He is a former college teacher and administrator as well as a self-taught visual artist.  His interest in painting evolved from his travels to Cape Cod, the Caribbean, and Africa, where he was aesthetically entranced by the beautiful landscapes.  Dr. Cain says, “I consider myself an ‘outside artist,’ producing images that are primarily folkloric, often mirroring my cultural and spiritual anchoring that defies conventional modes of artistic expression.” The artist’s work has been exhibited at venues that include the State University of New York, Empire State College; Brooklyn Borough Hall; and Con Edison. Mary Chang was raised in the Fort Greene section of Brooklyn and says she has great memories learning about and respecting the different cultures of the area.  In her early 30s, she started a journey into theater arts, later meeting artist Onnie Millar who was preparing for an exhibition. “She asked me if I’d like to participate,” says Ms. Chang, “and I made a decision at that moment to jump into my work as a painter, feeling that the lines between theater and painting are one in the same.”  The artist adds, “I make art simply because I have to, and am inspired by color, texture, form, light, dark, silence, and sound.  I paint in a variety of media and the idea of working these together holds a strong interest for me. I like to take risks, bringing things of a different nature together, and examining the possibilities. I paint on a variety of surfaces: doors, windows, wood, glass, canvas and paper. I am in a constant search.” Leon Nicholas Kalas studied portraiture and human anatomy at the New York Academy of Art, the Art Students League of New York, and the Fashion Institute of Technology.  His work has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City;  the Library of Congress; the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, AK; the Ministry of Culture in Bucharest, Romania; the Museul de Art in Cluj-Napoca, Romania; the Royal Collection of Morocco; and the Royal Collection of the King of Greece.  He has been published in New York Arts magazine, Boheme magazine in Paris, France, and Brooklyn Fine Arts magazine.  Mr. Kalas has participated in art camps for cultural exchanges in Morocco and Romania. He has painted portraits of actors Sidney Poitier and Tony Curtis, fashion designer Valentino Garavani, Fidel Castro of Cuba, and singer Harry Belafonte.   Of his work, Mr. Kalas says, “Painting to me is a life force, not a carrier. My work consists mostly of figurative and portrait paintings; however, I do experiment in various art movements such as pure abstract, abstract expressionism, minimalism, symbolism, and conceptualism. All art movements interest me.” Norma Lithgow, a native of Honduras, received her early training at the Academy of Saint Vincent de Paul in her homeland.  She moved to New York City to study fashion, attending French’s Fashion Academy, and later studied art at the Academia de Bellas Artes in Spain.  Ms. Lithgow’s work has been exhibited in many galleries including Lincoln Center, Galleria Casa de la Cultura Espanola, Casa Espana Galeria, and Hamilton Grange, all in New York, and at Museo de Bellas Artes in Spain.  Her work has been described as, “Beautiful and natural, with mystic colors expressed from the artist's heart in each of her paintings.  Energy is expressed in each of her paintings through a simple originality, creating a speechless and beautiful effect." For more information about the exhibit, contact Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries, at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/marychang_urbanplain1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: “Urban Plain 1,” one of five urban plains paintings by artist Mary Chang, is on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn location gallery from May 1 through June 28.  <img alt="" height="331" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/normalithgow_saxaphonist.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: “Saxaphonist,” an acrylic by artist Norma Lithgow, is one of the paintings on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn location gallery from May 1 through June 28.    <ul> <li>                                                                             - end - </li> </ul>      000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibit of Paintings to Celebrate Brooklyn ArtistsPress Release129030Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/27/201220124/27/201220124/27/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MANHATTAN RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR HAS ASSEMBLED AND EDITED NEW BOOK OF POETRY    <img alt="" height="237" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MMontlack4.25.12.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Michael Montlack, Berkeley College Instructor, English, School of Liberal Arts, and a resident of Manhattan, NY, has assembled and edited a new book titled “Divining Divas” (Lethe Press, April 2012), an anthology of 100 gay poets – award winners and fresh voices – who were inspired by such female icons as Gloria Swanson, Joni Mitchell, Bette Midler and Lady Gaga. Mr. Montlack is the author of the poetry collection Cool Limbo (NYQ Books, 2011) and editor of the Lambda Finalist essay anthology My Diva (University of Wisconsin Press, 2009).  He was recently awarded a month-long writer’s residency at the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts. For more information on “Divining Divas” go to <a href="http://lethe-press.tumblr.com/post/14368364594/divining-divas">http://lethe-press.tumblr.com/post/14368364594/divining-divas</a>   -end-000Manhattan Resident And Berkeley College Instructor Has Assembled and Edited New Book of PoetryPress Release129029Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/27/201220124/27/201220124/27/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS IN NATIONWIDE RECYCLEMANIA TOURNAMENT TO REDUCE WASTE AND INCREASE RECYCLING ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WSTRecyAward1%282%29.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined 605 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 12th Annual RecycleMania Tournament. This year, 92 million pounds of recyclables and organic materials were recovered, which prevented the release of nearly 150,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent.  In a friendly Berkeley College in-house competition, the White Plains location in Westchester County, NY, was named RecycleMania Tournament Champion for Most Recycling. Pictured with the award left to right are Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, White Plains, and Vice President of Government Relations, NY; and Laura V. Harste, PhD, Instructor, Berkeley College School of Liberal Arts, and Chair, Project Greenpath. For more information on Project Greenpath and recycling statistics at Berkeley College go to <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley_bc/1975.htm</a>.    - end -       000Berkeley College Joins in Nationwide RecycleMania Tournament To Reduce Waste on College CampusesPress Release128969Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/23/201220124/23/201220124/23/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h3 align="center"> BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT TO ADDRESS BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATES AT 2012 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY</h3>  Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, is pleased to announce that Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will address approximately 1,700 graduates who will receive Baccalaureate or Associate degrees from Berkeley College this year.  Mr. Markowitz also will receive an honorary degree at the Berkeley College 2012 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 27, 2012, at the IZOD Center, in East Rutherford, NJ. Mr. Markowitz’ career spans more than three decades of public service. From the age of 26 when he organized the Flatbush Tenants Council, to his serving in the New York State Senate, representing Central Brooklyn for 23 years, to the founding of the Senior Citizens League of Flatbush, his agenda continually focuses on core issues. As a result of his efforts and commitment, troubled medical institutions were saved.  Currently, he is calling for increased parental and community engagement in schools and policies that support improved graduation rates. Mr. Markowitz is a lifelong resident of Brooklyn. He graduated from Wingate High School and received his Baccalaureate degree in Political Science from Brooklyn College. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="291" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Marty_Markowitz_Hi_res.JPG" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will address students during the Berkeley College 2012 Commencement Ceremony to be held on Friday, April 27, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Marty_Markowitz_Hi_res.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Marty_Markowitz_Hi_res.JPG</a>   -end-           000Brooklyn Borough President to Speak at 2012 Berkeley College Commencement CeremonyPress Release128949Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/20/201220124/20/201220124/20/20122012 Berkeley College Presents the Work of Luis Soler - Traditional, Yet Whimsical, Art   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE WORK OF LUIS SOLER –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> TRADITIONAL, YET WHIMSICAL, ART </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Luis Soler at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit is on display from May 1 through 31 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, May 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Mr. Soler was born in Malaga, Spain, and spent several years in his youth traveling  around the world as a merchant marine.  Always interested in art, he studied at the Academia de Bellas Artes, well known for its famous alumnus, Pablo Picasso.  He moved to New York City at age 25 and studied at Pratt Institute and the Brooklyn Museum. Mr. Soler is especially interested in the work of the Surrealists.  In many of his pieces he attempts to express ideas and feelings through a symbolic surrealism that has deep roots in classical painting.  He also has a great passion for portraits, the human figure, and the classical still lifes.  His favorite medium is oil, but he also works in watercolor, pastel, pencil, ink, and sculpture.  Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Gallery Curator, praises his work and says, “Luis is a wonderful, highly skilled artist in the traditional sense, but also likes to put a little abstract whimsy in his paintings.” In the fall of 2011, the artist’s work was featured at the Berkeley College gallery, 255 Duffield Street, in Brooklyn, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.  He has had exhibitions at various galleries n New York City, including a one-man show at the Lawrence Gallery.  Additionally, his work “Amigos” hung in the Brooklyn Museum. He was commissioned by Next Experience Press to do a cover design for the book Two Wheels to Florida.  He was also commissioned as the sole illustrator and cover artist of the book Parabienes, a Spanish primer for high school students published in the U.S.  He is affiliated with various artists’ organizations such as All Community Arts and Grupo de Artista Latinoamericanos.  His works have become part of several private art collections in the U.S. and Europe.     For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/luissoler_creativemind.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/luissoler_creativemind.jpg</a> <img alt="" height="269" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/luissoler_creativemind.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  “Creative Mind,” oil on canvas from artist Luis Soler’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from May 1 through 31.                                                                                            - end -       000Berkeley College Presents the Work of Luis Soler - Traditional, Yet Whimsical, ArtPress Release128948Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/19/201220124/19/201220124/19/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> MAY EVENTS</h2> May 6 Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, and aid in the fight to cure breast cancer. This is the fifth year Berkeley College students from the Newark location will participate as volunteers for the event, and everyone is welcome to participate or make a donation.  The event takes place at Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange, NJ, with registration beginning at 8:00 am.  For more information, contact Sandra Garcia, Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Newark location, Berkeley College, 973-641-3888, ext. 6185, or e-mail <a href="mailto:sdg@BerkeleyCollege.edu">sdg@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  You can also visit <a href="http://northjersey.info-komen.org/site/TR/RacefortheCure/SMT_NorthJerseyAffiliate?fr_id=2373&pg=entry">http://northjersey.info-http://northjersey.info-komen.org/site/TR/RacefortheCure/SMT_NorthJerseyAffiliate?fr_id=2373&pg=entry</a> May 20 Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Great Strides Walk, a fund-raising effort to find a cure for cystic fibrosis.  This is the third year that Berkeley College is the site sponsor for the event, and all are welcome to assist, donate, or sign on as a walker.  It takes place at Van Saun Park, Paramus, NJ, with registration beginning at 11:00 am.  For more information, contact Rob Oddo, Senior Director of Development, Paramus location, Berkeley College, 201-967-9667, ext. 1701, or e-mail <a href="mailto:rmo@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rmo@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  You can also visit <a href="http://www.cff.org/Great_Strides/">http://www.cff.org/Great_Strides/</a> Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor Diversity Stride - the American Conference on Diversity’s fund-raising effort to promote and celebrate diversity.  Everyone is welcome to donate to Diversity Stride or sign on as a walker.  The event takes place at Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ, with registration beginning at noon.  For more information, contact Kevin Frey, Director of Student Development and Campus Life, Middlesex location, Berkeley College, 732-750-1800, ext. 2330, or e-mail <a href="mailto:kcf@BerkeleyCollege.edu">kcf@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. You can also visit <a href="http://www.americanconferenceondiversity.org/acod_diversity_stride_walk.html">http://www.americanconferenceondiversity.org/acod_diversity_stride_walk.html</a>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  May 9     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  May 9     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  May 9    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: May 9     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 30 Berkeley College is holding a Memorial Day Ceremony from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The ceremony, which is free and open to all, will be held on the lawn outside the Student Center. For more information, call Rachel D’Alessandro, Director of Military and Veterans Affairs, Berkeley College, 973-278-5400, ext. 6117, or e-mail <a href="mailto:rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   May 9    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: May 9    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 31 Berkeley College is holding a Memorial Day Ceremony from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The ceremony is free and open to all.  For more information on the exact location for the ceremony and any other questions, call Rachel D’Alessandro, Director of Military and Veterans Affairs, Berkeley College, 973-278-5400, ext. 6117, or e-mail <a href="mailto:rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  May 9     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host an Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. May 9    Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 12 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for High School Juniors from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers high school juniors and their parents/guardians the opportunity to get a jumpstart on the college search process.  They will learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  For further information, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                  - end -   `         000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release128901Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/19/201220124/19/201220124/19/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> WOMEN IN BUSINESS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AT BERKELEY COLLEGE LEADERSHIP EVENT IN NEW YORK CITY <img alt="" height="163" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AlumniPanelNY.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AlumniPanelNY.jpg Photo Caption: Berkeley College in New York City recently hosted “Women’s Leadership: Reflections, Insight and Wisdom.” Four distinguished leaders spoke to Berkeley College students, alumni and guests about the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in power. Left to right are Marie-Yolaine Eusebe, Founder “Firestarter” and CEO, Community2Community; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Cecilia Garcia, Berkeley College alumna and Vice President, Investment Management Division, Goldman Sachs; Deborah Berebichez, PhD, Senior Associate in Equity Analytics, MSCI Barra; Liz Ngonzi, Entrepreneur-In-Residence, The Leland C. and Mary M. Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship at Cornell University School of Hotel Administration; and Laura Jewell, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement. - end - 000Women in Business Share Their Experiences at Berkeley College Leadership Event in New York CityPress Release128891Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/17/201220124/17/201220124/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   NEW CITY RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR IS AUTHOR OF COMPELLING BOOK ON AFRICAN–AMERICAN ATTORNEY  Noah Parden began life as an orphan and became one of the first African–Americans to argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court   <img alt="" height="225" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RAkalonu.jpg" width="150" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RAkalonu.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/RAkalonu.JPG</a> Photo Caption: Rosalyn Akalonu, JD, Berkeley College faculty member, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, School of Professional Studies, and a resident of New City in Rockland County, NY, is the author of “Parden” (GEDA Publications, 2012), a biography of  Noah Parden, one of the first African – American attorneys to argue a case before the United States Supreme Court. The book is scheduled for release in July 2012. For more information go to <a href="http://www.gedapub.com/" title="http://www.gedapub.com/">http://www.gedapub.com/</a>     -end-   000New City Resident Is Author of Compelling Book on African-American AttorneyPress Release128854Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/13/201220124/13/201220124/13/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   COMEDIAN AND PROFESSIONAL PANEL SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE BUSINESS FORUM <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BusForum1.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BusForum1.jpg Photo Caption A: Matt Bellace, PhD, a comedian and motivational speaker (second from right), leads an activity with high school students and a teacher at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Dr. Bellace’s program, “How to Get High Naturally,” encourages students to make healthy choices. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BusForum2.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BusForum2.jpg Photo Caption B: A panel of professionals addressed high school students at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Left to right are Lisa Panarello, CEO, Career Advance Consulting; Carol Allen Covino, Berkeley College Associate Vice President, High School and Community Outreach; Berkeley College alumnus James Sanford, Procurement Manager, United Nations Federal Credit Union; Jamie Meintanas, Integrated Marketing Specialist, Emmis Communications/Hot 97; and Matt Bellace, PhD, comedian and motivational speaker. - end - 000Comedian and Panel Share Experiences with High School Students at Berkeley College Business ForumPress Release128734Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/9/201220124/9/201220124/9/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 9, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS CONNECT WITH LEGISLATORS DURING APSCU HILL DAY  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HillDay.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HillDay.jpg  Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College students Licet Campoverde of Fairview, NJ; Gabriel Joseph of Brooklyn, NY; and Ciara Moore of Hackensack, NJ, attend Hill Day in Washington, D.C. The event, hosted by the Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities, gives students the opportunity to educate members of Congress about the value of private sector colleges in higher education and workforce development. The students attended meetings with Rep. Jerrold L. Nadler (D-NY), Rep. Albio Sires (D-NJ), Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY), Rep. Steve Rothman (D-NJ) and Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY).  - end - 000Berkeley College Students Connect with Legislators During ASPCU Hill DayPress Release128698Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/5/201220124/5/201220124/5/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT FROM PALISADES PARK RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP  <img alt="" height="159" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IDScholar.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IDScholar.jpg  Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently awarded a scholarship to Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design student Miao Li Chen of Palisades Park, NJ, for her outstanding work in her design-related program thus far. Ms. Chen is standing in front of examples of her interior design coursework, which is on display at the Berkeley College Paramus location.   – end –000Berkeley College Interior Design Student from Palisades Park Receives ScholarshipPress Release131358Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/5/2012201210/4/2012201210/4/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT FROM PALISADES PARK RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP  <img alt="" height="159" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IDScholar.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/IDScholar.jpg  Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently awarded a scholarship to Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design student Miao Li Chen of Palisades Park, NJ, for her outstanding work in her design-related program thus far. Ms. Chen is standing in front of examples of her interior design coursework, which is on display at the Berkeley College Paramus location.  – end – 000Berkeley College Interior Design Student from Palisades Park Receives ScholarshipPress Release128462Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/22/201220123/22/201220123/22/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MANHATTAN RESIDENT RECEIVES AWARD FROM NEW YORK STATE FINANCIAL AID ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION <img alt="" height="126" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AManuel1.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AManuel1.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AManuel1.jpg</a>  Photo Caption: Amanda Manuel, Berkeley College Director, Financial Aid, White Plains location, received the Rising Star Award for Region IV (New York City area) from the New York State Financial Aid Administrators Association (NYSFAAA). Ms. Manuel, who is a resident of Manhattan, has been actively supporting the NYSFAAA’s statewide training efforts. The award recognized her enthusiasm and volunteerism within the association.   - end -  000Manhattan Resident Receives Award From New York State Financial Aid Administrators AssociationPress Release128427Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/21/201220123/21/201220123/21/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ‘STORIES ON CANVAS’</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center;"> – THE ARTWORK OF TOM AUSTIN    </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Tom Austin at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from April 9 through 27 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, April 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. The exhibit, entitled “Stories on Canvas,” shows the artist’s ability to capture the meaningful aspects of life and tell those stories on canvas.  Born in Fort Lee, NJ, Mr. Austin says he was fascinated with art at an early age, and that drawing and color always interested him.  He remembers that, on rainy days, he was happy to stay indoors, grab some paper, and draw.  His teachers at Fort Lee High School recognized his ability and encouraged him to pursue a career in art. He studied at  Fairleigh Dickinson University where he met artist Paul Ortlip who also encouraged him to continue with his art endeavors, and who entered Mr. Austin’s first serious painting in a university show.       Awhile ago, he held his first solo show at the Fieldstone Fine Art Gallery in his present hometown of Ramsey, NJ.  Other paintings are held in private collections in New Jersey, New York, and California. Over the years, while continuing to paint, Mr. Austin also enjoyed a successful music career.  In the 1950s, he co-founded The Royal Teens which propelled him to the top of the record charts with the original composition of “Short Shorts.”  Following international success, he and co-writer Bob Gaudio recorded about 30 more songs and performed with Buddy Holly and the Crickets, Sam Cooke, Jerry Lee Lewis, Paul Anka, Frankie Avalon, and a host of others.  The current Broadway show “Jersey Boys” includes the images and music of Mr. Austin and The Royal Teens.    The multifaceted Mr. Austin is also a writer.  At the April 12 artist’s reception at Berkeley College, he will be on hand to sign his co-authorized book, “Bill Miller’s Riviera.”  It’s a glimpse into the history of Fort Lee, NJ, where movies were made, and of the nightclub, the Riviera, where all the top stars of years ago performed.    For more details about the exhibit or the book signing, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/tomaustin_jerseyboys.jpg <img alt="" height="194" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/tomaustin_jerseyboys.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:  Oil on canvas from artist Tom Austin’s “Stories on Canvas” exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from April 9 through 27.  It was painted to memorialize the opening of the Broadway hit show “Jersey Boys.”                                                                      - end -                                                            000Berkeley College Presents 'Stories on Canvas' - the Artwork of Tom AustinPress Release128418Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/20/201220123/20/201220123/20/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"> APRIL EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: April 9 Berkeley College is holding the grand opening of its New Jersey Veterans Resource Center on the first floor of the location’s Building 2, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm.  The ceremony, which is free and open to all, will feature a ribbon cutting followed by light refreshments.  For more information, call Rachel D’Alessandro, 973-278-5400, ext. 6117, or e-mail <a href="mailto:rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rho@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  April 11    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. April 21       Berkeley College will host a Business Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. April 11    Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   `    000Berkeley College Announces April EventsPress Release128377Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/16/201220123/16/201220123/16/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   WOMEN IN POWER SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AT 4TH ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PANEL IN WOODLAND PARK <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/womenspanel1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ, recently hosted the 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Panel in conjunction with Women’s History Month. Seven distinguished leaders spoke to Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and community members about the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in power. Left to right are Rebecca Perkins, Public Policy Consultant; Gail Gordon, Political Strategist and Fundraiser; Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs; Senator Sandra Cunningham (D-31st); Assemblywoman Connie Wagner (D-38th); Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose (R-24th); and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board. New Jersey is ranked 10th in the nation for percentage of women in legislature. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/womenspanel2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ, recently hosted the 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Panel in conjunction with Women’s History Month. Seven distinguished leaders spoke to Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and community members about the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in power. Left to right are Rebecca Perkins, Public Policy Consultant; Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate; and Senator Nellie Pou (D-35th). New Jersey is ranked 10th in the nation for percentage of women in legislature. - end - 000Women in Power Share Their Experiences at 4th Annual Berkeley College Women's Leadership PanelPress Release128260Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/7/201220123/7/201220123/7/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS MARK ADAM SCHNURMAN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF CAREER SERVICES  Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President, is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Adam Schnurman, JD, as Vice President of Career Services. In this role, Mr. Schnurman will be responsible for providing leadership, vision and support to the Career Services staff at all Berkeley College locations.  “Mr. Schnurman comes to Berkeley College with almost 20 years of diverse experience in human resources, training, sales management, teaching and writing,” Dr. Cortes said. “These experiences will serve him well as he works to expand the internship and employment opportunities for our students and alumni.”  For the past eight years Mr. Schnurman served as Director of Human Resources/Business Development at GFI Capital Resources Group, Inc. In that role he was responsible for recruitment, training and business development. Prior to that, he was the Director of Professional Development at Wachovia Securities where he supervised and delivered training and development for 18,000 employees.  Mr. Schnurman holds a JD from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and a BA in Labor Studies from Pennsylvania State University.    A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.     <img alt="" height="189" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Mark_Schnurman_smaller.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Mark_Schnurman_smaller.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Mark_Schnurman_smaller.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Mark Adam Schnurman, JD, has been appointed Vice President of Career Services for Berkeley College.   -end- 000Berkeley College Appoints Mark Adam Schnurman as Vice President of Career ServicesPress Release128259Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/7/201220123/7/201220123/7/20122012  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     CHILDREN’S BOOK BY BERKELEY COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR FROM  NEW ROCHELLE TO BE PUBLISHED IN FIVE LANGUAGES    <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AWalsh1.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AWalsh1.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/AWalsh1.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Anne Walsh, EdD, Berkeley College Instructor, Math and Sciences Department, School of Liberal Arts, and a resident of New Rochelle, NY,  is the author of “The Adventures of Symmy the Square and the Land of Shapes” (Createspace Publishing, 2010). The book incorporates basic geometric shapes and concepts for young readers, and plans are underway to publish the book in Mandarin Chinese, French, Spanish, and Gaelic.  For more information go to: <a href="http://www.landofshapes.com/">www.landofshapes.com</a>. -end-000Children’s Book By Berkeley College Instructor From New Rochelle To Be Published In Five LanguagesPress Release128179Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/2/201220123/2/201220123/2/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE KNIGHTS BASKETBALL TEAM WINS SECOND CONSECUTIVE HUDSON VALLEY MEN'S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP <img alt="" height="91" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/HVMAC_Conference_Champs_2012.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Knights basketball team, New York, secured its second consecutive Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference Championship by defeating St. Joseph’s College 91-84 in the championship game. It is the fifth overall championship win for the Knights. Sophomore center Elijah Craig of Manhattan, NY, was named the championship’s Most Valuable Player. - end - 000Berkeley College Knights Basketball Team Wins Second Consecutive HVMAC ChampionshipPress Release128173Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/1/201220123/1/201220123/1/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ‘REFLECTIONS ON REALISM’ – </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> THE ARTWORK OF NICK SAVIDES </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Nick Savides at its gallery, 255 Duffield Street, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit – a retrospect of the artist’s work over the years – will be on display from March 5 through April 27.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on March 10 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Art has always been a part of Mr. Savides’ life.  As a young child, he learned to paint  from his mother.  At Brandeis University, he studied under New York figurative painter Paul Georges and learned formal composition and painting techniques.  Initially, he focused on interior settings, drawing on Jan Vermeer as an influence.  Moving to New York in 1980, he turned to city scenes, painting people in the context of the streets.  Later, while living in Brooklyn, he drew new inspiration from his surroundings and painted scenes from Park Slope; Prospect Park; Coney Island; and the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Verrazano Bridges.  Over the next few years, he focused on the New England landscapes and national parks across the United States, before moving on to paint scenes from travels to Paris, France.  In describing his work, Mr. Savides says, “I find inspiration in the beauty of the world around me.  The majority of my paintings depict the outdoors – landscapes, cityscapes, and street scenes.  These scenes often include people and animals, with the interaction very expressive, personal, and subtle.  Collectors say they see new things in the paintings over time.”     Mr. Savides’ work was featured at Berkeley College in April 2011.  His oil on canvas, “Wall Street – Early Morning” took first place at the Berkeley College “Change in Brooklyn” art competition held at the Brooklyn location.  In December, he showcased a Parisian exhibit at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street.  Other solo exhibitions include the Nabi Gallery, New York, NY; Gallery Alexie, New York, NY; Pene de Bois Gallery, New York, NY; and State of New York at Stony Brook, NY.  Group shows include the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition, NY (where he is a member); Frederick Galleries, Allenhurst, NJ; The Rising Arts Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; and Field Gallery, West Tisbury, MA.  For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.nicksavides.com/">www.nicksavides.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/nicksavides_cafewithredtable.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/nicksavides_cafewithredtable.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/nicksavides_cafewithredtable.jpg</a> Photo Caption:  “Café with Red Table,” one of a series of paintings from artist Nick Savides’ exhibit entitled “Reflections on Realism, Paintings from 1979-2012” is on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from March 5 through April 27.                                                                                                              - end -     000Berkeley College Presents 'Reflections on Realism' - the Artwork of Nick SavidesPress Release128160Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/29/201220122/29/201220122/29/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BROOKLYN SUPPORTS NEWS BUREAU LAUNCH  <img alt="" height="200" src=" http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG</a>  Photo Caption (L to R): Conrad L. Walker, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Brooklyn,  and Allison Tellis-Hinds, Advertising Director, City Limits, at the reception celebrating the launch of the Brooklyn News Bureau, a website dedicated exclusively to coverage of the Borough of Brooklyn. Berkeley College is one of several community organizations and place-based foundations to support news and information projects that inform and engage Brooklyn residents. The Berkeley College Brooklyn facilities also support the local artist community and activities sponsored by Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG</a>  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/BBK_Media_Launch_Event.JPG</a>   - end -               000Berkeley College Brooklyn Supports News Bureau LaunchPress Release128092Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/24/201220122/24/201220122/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ACRYLIC PAINTINGS OF MIRIAM BRUMER - </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ARTWORK THAT BEGINS WITH NATURE   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Miriam Brumer at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is on display from March 5 through 30 – Monday through Friday – from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, March 15, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    An avid artist from an early age, Ms. Brumer was raised in New York City, and went on to receive a BA in Art and Music from the University of Miami, FL, and an MFA in Painting from Boston University, MA.  “My work has always used nature as a starting point,” says Ms. Brumer. “Initially, I focused on a particular aspect or specimen – be it an orchid, insect, or shell form – and  strove to depict it.  Gradually, I became increasingly intrigued by the intrinsic characteristics of natural forms, and less concerned with their outer appearances.  In my paintings and drawings, units coexist in a state of imminent animation.  There is a sense that they flutter, breathe, propel themselves, extend, expand, and are engaged in busy interacting with each other.”  Ms. Brumer has exhibited across the United States in numerous solo and group shows, including:  Skoto Gallery, New York, NY; Elisa Contemporary Art, Riverdale, NY; Rupert Ravens Contemporary, Newark, NJ; Third Ward Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; Westnorth Studio, Baltimore, MD; and Conant Hall Gallery, Princeton, NJ.  Her work is in the permanent collection of JPMorgan Chase; the Payne Gallery of Moravian College; the Bank of New York; Bell Laboratories at Alcatel-Lucent; and various others.   She is featured in “Who’s Who in American Art” and the “World Who’s Who of Women.”   For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="279" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/miriambrumer_nightvisitor.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/miriambrumer_nightvisitor.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/miriambrumer_nightvisitor.jpg</a> Photo Caption:  “Night Visitor,” one of a series of acrylic paintings from artist Miriam Brumer’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from March 5 through 30.                                                                                                   - end -     000Berkeley College Presents Acrylic Paintings of Miriam Brumer - Artwork That Begins With NaturePress Release128045Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201220122/22/201220122/22/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   DAVID CHONG HONORED AS 2012 YEAR OF THE DRAGON PERSON OF THE YEAR BY THE NYPD ASIAN JADE SOCIETY <img alt="" height="188" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DChong2.21.12.JPG" width="250" />   <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DChong2.21.12.JPG">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DChong2.21.12.JPG</a> Photo Caption: David Chong (center), White Plains Public Safety Commissioner and a Berkeley College faculty member, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, School of Professional Studies, was recently honored as the 2012 Year of the Dragon Person of the Year by the New York Police Department (NYPD) Asian Jade Society, Also pictured are Patricia Chong, wife of David Chong, and Thomas Roach, White Plains Mayor. The NYPD Asian Jade Society was established in 1980 to promote a diverse police department and to champion the cause for Asian law enforcement personnel.    -end-         000David Chong Honored As 2012 Year Of The Dragon Person Of The Year By The NYPD Asian Jade SocietyPress Release128036Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/21/201220122/21/201220122/21/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2012   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> MARCH EVENTS</h2>  NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  March 7   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 9 Berkeley College is holding its Fourth Annual Women’s Leadership Panel in the Knuppel Hall Community Room, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, followed by a light lunch.  All are invited to hear women in power share their perspectives and experiences.  Expected speakers are:  Senator Sandra Cunningham, 31th District; Gail Gordon, Political Strategist and Fundraiser; Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose, 24th District; Rebecca Perkins, Public Policy Consultant; Senator Nellie Pou, 35th District; Bernice Toledo, Passaic County Surrogate; and Assemblywoman Connie Wagner, 38th District.  Admission is free.  RSVP by March 6 to Laura DeMers, 201-967-9667, ext. 1794, or e-mail <a href="mailto:lad@BerkeleyCollege.edu">lad@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  March 7  Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 10       Berkeley College will host a Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  The hands-on FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. March 7   Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                 - end -   `   <h2>  </h2>   000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release128025Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/17/201220122/17/201220122/17/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> MORRISTOWN RESIDENT RECEIVES AWARD FROM NORTH AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR STAFF, PROGRAM AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT <img alt="" height="235" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceaward.jpg" width="200" />   <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceaward.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/shellyniceaward.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Shelly Nice, Berkeley College Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) has received the 2011 John Fry Individual Merit Award from the North American Council for Staff, Program and Organizational Development. Ms. Nice, a resident of Morristown, NJ, was chosen to receive the award based on her work in developing CELT at Berkeley College, as well as her many contributions as a speaker at local, regional and national conferences.   -end-  000Morristown Resident Receives AwardPress Release128024Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/17/201220122/17/201220122/17/20122012     <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   FAIR LAWN RESIDENT AND BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY MEMBER IS AUTHOR OF SECOND BOOK FOR TEENS    <img alt="" height="197" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/mgelbwasser.jpg" width="200" /> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/mgelbwasser.jpgimage_file">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/mgelbwasser.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Margie Gelbwasser, Berkeley College faculty member, English, School of Liberal Arts, and a resident of Fair Lawn, NJ, is the author of  “Pieces of Us” (Llewellyn Worldwide, Ltd., 2012), a book aimed at teenagers. The book focuses on cyber-bullying, abuse, and family relationships and is scheduled for release in March 2012. Ms. Gelbwasser’s first novel, “Inconvenient” (Flux, 2010), was named a Sydney Taylor Notable Book for Teens. For more information about the author go to <a href="http://www.margiewrites.com/">http://www.margiewrites.com</a>   -end-     000Fair Lawn Resident And Berkeley College Faculty Member Is Author of Second Book For TeensPress Release127775Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/7/201220122/7/201220122/7/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ‘OFF THE HOOK’ ARTWORK OF LINDA MOSES </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Linda Moses at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit is presently on display and will run through February 29--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, February 9, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Ms. Moses was raised in Brooklyn, NY, and from an early age believed she was born to be an artist.  At 13, her teachers recognized her talent and trained her in artistic techniques and media.  After high school, she continued developing her skills by studying human anatomy, costume design, textiles, and pattern making at the Fashion Institute of Technology in NY.  These formative years enabled Ms. Moses to develop a painterly language of her own. “Art is my life,” Ms. Moses says.  “Creating art transports me to another world of fantasy and surrealism.” The materials she uses range from traditional pigments to found objects.  She paints from her imagination without reference materials, using acrylic and watercolor paints to achieve effects that satisfy her as an artist.  She would like to add collage to her compositions to give them a special texture and dimension.  “When you look at my work, I hope you will agree it is ‘off the hook,’” she says. Ms. Moses has captured famous people, such as President and Mrs. Barack Obama, the Reverend Al Sharpton, Queen Elizabeth II, and Diddy.  Her work has been included in numerous exhibitions throughout the greater New York area and is permanently on view at the Baltic Street Gallery in Brooklyn. For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/ press_release_images/lindamoses_home.JPG " width="200" /> Photo Caption:  “Home is How She Wear It,” one of a series of abstract paintings from artist Linda Moses’ exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, now through February 29.                                                                                                                 - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Off the Hook' Artwork of Linda MosesPress Release127684Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/2/201220122/2/201220122/2/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED MILITARY-FRIENDLY COLLEGE BY MILITARY ADVANCED EDUCATION MAGAZINE Berkeley College has been selected as a 2012 Military-Friendly College by Military Advanced Education, a magazine for servicemembers seeking to take advantage of the military education benefit. The list honors the colleges and universities that do the most to meet the needs of military and veteran students.  “It is an honor for Berkeley College to receive this award for the third consecutive year,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs. “The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard, the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. We seek every opportunity to expand the programs and services offered to our 500 military and veteran students.”  The 2012 Guide to America’s Top Military-Friendly Colleges & Universities, published by Military Advanced Education, is a resource designed for the nation’s servicemembers to assist them in their academic pursuits. A detailed list of military-friendly colleges is highlighted in the annual publication.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College Named Military-Friendly College by Military Advanced Education MagazinePress Release129271Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/31/201220125/15/201220125/15/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DONALD E. DEVINE II AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Donald E. Devine II as Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer.  In this role, Mr. Devine will be responsible for all finance and budgeting processes at the college level.  He also will oversee the areas of Business and Auxiliary Services and Student Accounts. “The extensive experience Mr. Devine brings in financial management, long term strategic planning, and information technology will be an asset to Berkeley College,” Dr. Cortes said. "We look forward to his strengthening the financial and operational analyses and processes for the benefit of our institution."   Mr. Devine has experience working in both large and medium-size companies. He has held the positions of Executive Vice President and/or Chief Financial Officer at Nice Pak Products, Inc. (Orangeburg, NY); Zachys Wine & Liquor, Inc. (Scarsdale, NY); Benjamin Moore & Co., Inc. (Montvale, NJ); and The Dannon Company, Inc. (White Plains, NY). Prior to those positions, he worked as Manager of Business Analysis and a Business Analyst for the Maxwell House Coffee Division of Kraft General Foods (White Plains, NY).   Mr. Devine holds an MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration and a BA in Economics from Cornell University. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu. <img alt="" height="320" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DonaldDevine2.jpg" width="213" /> Photo Caption: Donald E. Devine II has been appointed Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Berkeley College. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DonaldDevine2.jpg">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/DonaldDevine2.jpg</a>   - end -000Berkeley College Appoints Donald E. Devine II as Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial OfficerPress Release127429Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/24/201220121/24/201220121/24/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS AND STAFF PARTICIPATE IN MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY OF SERVICE  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MLK_day.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/MLK_day.jpg  Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College students Miriam Gregory and Nichy Williams, both of Brooklyn, NY, help build benches during New York City’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. Berkeley College students and staff participated in the event through Berkeley Cares, an initiative to support charities that serve the critical areas of food, shelter, health, and student success. The effort was organized by City Year, an organization seeking to build democracy through citizen service, civic leadership and social entrepreneurship. The benches built by the Berkeley Cares team and other City Year volunteers will be used at P.S. 96 in East Harlem, NY. - end - 000Berkeley College Students and Staff Participate in Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of ServicePress Release127347Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/18/201220121/18/201220121/18/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> FEBRUARY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  February 11      Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25   Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25   Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25   Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  February 11     Berkeley College will host a Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25   Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. February 11     Berkeley College will host a Virtual Fashion Career Exploration Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 25 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   `      000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release127326Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/17/201220121/17/201220121/17/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM WINS NHTI NORTHEAST DELTA DENTAL NEW YEAR’S TOURNAMENT <img alt="" height="130" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WomensBasketballTournament.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/WomensBasketballTournament.jpg   Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team, NY, recently won the New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI) Northeast Delta Dental New Year’s Tournament, held in Concord, NH, with victories over the University of Maine – Augusta and NHTI. Junior forward Taisha Sherman of Manhattan, NY, was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, and junior forward Janay Collins of the Bronx, NY, was named to the All-Tournament team. Left to right are junior guard Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY; Paul Hogan, Athletic Director, NHTI; and Berkeley College junior forward Taisha Sherman of Manhattan, NY.  - end -  000Berkeley College Women's Basketball Team Wins NHTI Northeast Delta Dental New Year's TournamentPress Release127258Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/11/201220121/11/201220121/11/20122012   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY IN THE NEWS     Syleecia Thompson, DBA, Instructor, Management, School of Business, is the author of “2011 Top Ten Indie Artists: Indie is the New Major,” an article that was published in R&B Lifestyle Magazine on the Singersroom.com website. To read the article go to <a href="http://www.singersroom.com/news/7863/2011-Top-Ten-Indie-Artists-Indie-is-the-New-Major-especially-for-RB">http://www.singersroom.com/news/7863/2011-Top-Ten-Indie-Artists-Indie-is-the-New-Major-especially-for-RB</a> John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Dean, School of Business, was interviewed for an article on the importance of a business plan that was published in the December 9, 2011, issue of the Hot Rod & Restoration magazine. To read the article go to <a href="http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/business-resources/creating-a-business-plan-for-your-shop/">http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/business-resources/creating-a-business-plan-for-your-shop/</a> A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   -end-        000Berkeley College Faculty In The NewsPress Release127197Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse1/6/201220121/6/201220121/6/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM WINS 13TH ANNUAL DR. BETTY SHABAZZ TOURNAMENT <img alt="" height="159" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2012_photos/shabazztournament2.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2012_photos/shabazztournament2.jpg  Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Women’s Basketball team, NY, won the 13th Annual Dr. Betty Shabazz Tournament at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, NY, with victories over Yeshiva University and The College of New Rochelle. Junior guard Aiyesha Brown of St. Albans in Queens, NY, was named to the All-Tournament team and junior forward Taisha Sherman of Manhattan, NY, was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. Left to right are Sharod Tomlinson, Berkeley College Head Coach, Women’s Basketball, NY; and Chantee Halett, Berkeley College Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball, NY. - end -  000Berkeley College Women's Basketball Team Wins 13th Annual Dr. Betty Shabazz TournamentPress Release127137Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/4/201220121/4/201220121/4/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HOLIDAY PIE SALE RAISES $500 FOR EVA’S VILLAGE IN PATERSON <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/evasvillage.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/evasvillage.jpg  Photo Caption:  Berkeley College recently presented a $500 check to Eva’s Village in Paterson, NJ. The funds were raised through a holiday pie sale sponsored by Berkeley Cares, an initiative supporting charities in the areas of food, shelter, health, and student success. Pies were baked by Rockland Bakery with the support of Compass Group, the food service vendor for the Berkeley College Woodland Park location. Left to right are Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park; Berkeley College student Dana Chijindu of Trenton, NJ; Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park; Sister Gloria Perez, Executive Director, Eva’s Village; Berkeley College student Shawn Reynolds of Williamstown, NJ; and Bob Fishbein, Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Business and Auxiliary Services.  - end - 000Berkeley College Holiday Pie Sale Raises $500 for Eva's Village in PatersonPress Release127135Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/4/201220121/4/201220121/4/20122012 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2012 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MIDDLESEX COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM GOODWILL AMBASSADOR PROGRAM SPONSORED BY WOODBRIDGE AND BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of the fifth class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Woodbridge location, NJ. Students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection program. The Goodwill Ambassadors program was created and implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with John E. McCormac, Woodbridge Mayor, and local schools and businesses. During a ceremony held at Il Castello’s in Woodbridge, the graduates received certificates, backpacks, and the Woodbridge Township Mayor’s Citation. “As Goodwill Ambassadors you have chosen to set yourselves apart from others,” said Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge. “You are all caring citizens who understand the importance of being involved in the community. I respect your intelligence, compassion, enthusiasm and leadership.” Each week students participated in workshops covering topics such as Leadership, Economic Development, Teamwork, Business Etiquette, Networking, Woodbridge History, Elections, Community Involvement, and Cultural Life and Negotiation. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwillcolonia.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwillcolonia.jpg Photo Caption A:  Students from Colonia High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Back row (left to right) are Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge; Karan Goswami, Mayor McCormac, Arun Aruljothi and Rovena Passero, Berkeley College Counselor, Career Services. Front row (left to right) are Kayla Zimmerman, Elizabeth Lee, Christine Kim, Kaitlin Busse, Anastasiya Kaspruk and Larissa Oglesby. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwilljfk.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwilljfk.jpg Photo Caption B:  Students from JFK Memorial High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Back row (left to right) are Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge; Mayor McCormac, Daniel Zaczkowski, Steven Feins, Patrick Anderson and Anthony Gurrieri. Front row (left to right) are Rovena Passero, Berkeley College Counselor, Career Services; Sarah Wallin, Emily Wirt, Paula Medina, Katherine Vidales and Gabriela Molina. <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwillwoodbridge.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/goodwillwoodbridge.jpg Photo Caption C:  Students from Woodbridge High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Back row (left to right) are Kevin Engstrom, Khari Manzini, Mayor McCormac, Anna Marie Hope and Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge. Front row (left to right) are Blessing Falade, Angelica Deleon-Vacca, Maura Walsh and Rovena Passero, Berkeley College Counselor, Career Services.  - end - 000Middlesex County High School Students Graduate from Goodwill Ambassador ProgramPress Release127109Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/29/2011201112/29/2011201112/29/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ‘ONE WAY JOURNEY’ – THE ARTWORK OF ALEATHIA BROWN</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION EXHIBIT </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Aleathia Brown at the Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY. In celebration of black history, this exhibit will be on display from January 9 through February 29, 2012. It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, January 14, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. “One Way Journey” is an exhibition composed of acrylic and found objects on burlap. Ms. Brown’s art reveals the one-way journey of African enslaved people escaping from the South to the North and finally to Canada. The art comes alive as Ms. Brown is a visual storyteller who developed a deep appreciation for the arts at an early age. She describes her work as “a visual language expressing my power and my strength. I am a scientist weighing the scales, mixing the mediums, provoking open dialogue. In my journey, texture, color and bold shapes are the elements. Alluring, meditative and spirit-filled movement are just a few ways to describe the feeling conveyed in the body of my work. Music, dance and poetry are my muses. I translate these emotions into visual experiences.” A native of Harlem and the Bronx, NY, Ms. Brown graduated from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the School for Visual Arts in media arts and art education. She completed a certificate program for commercial art at Parsons School of Design and is listed with the National Museum of Women in the Arts Archives. The artist’s solo exhibitions include Chashama 461 Gallery, Harlem, NY; Stroock & Stroock Law Firm, New York, NY; Cactus Corporation Corridor Gallery, Danbury, CT; Left of Center Gallery, Las Vegas, NV; and Columbia University Reality House, Harlem, NY. At Chashama Studios, Ms. Brown produces artwork through an artist-in-residency program, Open Studio Tours, where private and public viewings are presented annually. Some of her group exhibitions are: the African-American Museum, Nassau County, NY; American Museum of Natural History, Kwanzaa Spirit Festival, NY; Hord Foundation Scholarship Benefit, Danbury, CT; Jewish Culture Center, Schenectady, NY; and Palace Theater, Stamford, CT. For more information about the artist or exhibit, e-mail Robert Keiber, Berkeley Gallery Curator, at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="218" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/aleathiabrown_onewayjourney.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption: Artwork from Aleathia Brown’s “One Way Journey” exhibit will be on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from January 9 through February 29, 2012.  - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'One Way Journey' - the Artwork of Aleathia BrownPress Release127056Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/22/2011201112/22/2011201112/22/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> 7TH ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW RAISES MORE THAN $25,000 FOR BOOMER ESIASON FOUNDATION Vintage and collector cars from across the tri-state area recently rolled into the parking lot of Berkeley College in Paramus, NJ, for the 7th Annual Charity Car Show. A total of 345 cars were registered in the show, which raised more than $25,000 for the Boomer Esiason Foundation to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. A check was presented last week at the New York City headquarters of WFAN Radio, which hosts the Boomer and Carton Morning Show. “Thanks to a matching donation from Berkeley College and the involvement of many volunteers, this year’s Charity Car Show broke records from previous shows and raised a significant amount of money for this worthy cause,” said Robert Oddo, Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment and Founder of the Car Show. The Charity Car Show was supported by a team of Berkeley College associates and students, along with their families and friends. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States, and 70,000 people worldwide. The Boomer Esiason Foundation is a dynamic partnership of leaders in the medical and business communities joining with a committed core of volunteers to heighten awareness, education and the quality of life for those affected by cystic fibrosis, while providing financial support to research aimed at finding a cure.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/CarShowCheck.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/CarShowCheck.jpg Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recently presented a check for more than $25,000 to the Boomer Esiason Foundation at the New York City headquarters of WFAN Radio, which hosts the Boomer and Carton Morning Show. Left to right are Boomer Esiason; Vicky Torunidis, Berkeley College Administrative Assistant, Adult Admissions, Paramus; Dipexa Gandhi, Berkeley College Associate, Adult Admissions, Paramus; Elaine Coleman, Berkeley College Director, Adult Admissions, Paramus; and Rob Oddo, Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment and Founder of the Charity Car Show. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/CarShowCar.jpg" width="200" /> http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/CarShowCar.jpg Photo Caption B: A total of 345 classic and collector cars were on display at the 7th Annual Charity Car Show at Berkeley College in Paramus, NJ. The show raised more than $25,000 for the Boomer Esiason Foundation to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. - end -  0007th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show Raises More Than $25,000 for Boomer Esiason FoundationPress Release127263Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/21/201120111/11/201220121/11/20122012   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE BUY-ONE-GIVE-ONE CAMPAIGN DONATES MORE THAN 100 STUFFED BEARS TO THE AMERICAN RED CROSS    <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/amredcross_beardonations.jpg" width="267" />   Photo Caption: The second Berkeley College Buy-One-Give-One campaign resulted in a donation of more than 100 stuffed bears worth $1,400 to the American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey. The donations will be distributed to children in need of comfort during emergencies. Pictured left to right are Bob Fishbein, Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Business and Auxiliary Services; Nancy Asaro, Chief Administrative Officer, and Ron Dorrell, Regional Response Director, both of American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey; and Luis Collazo, Berkeley College Director of Bookstore Operations.  - end - 000Berkeley College Donates More Than 100 Stuffed Bears to American Red CrossPress Release126987Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/16/2011201112/16/2011201112/16/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY CARES INITIATIVE SURPASSES 80TH ANNIVERSARY GOAL BY RAISING MORE THAN $80,000 FOR CHARITY The 80th Anniversary Committee of Berkeley College is pleased to announce that during 2011 more than $80,000 was raised through Berkeley Cares, an initiative to support charities that serve local communities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health, and student success. “Berkeley College has a long tradition of serving organizations in the local community,” said Annette Long, Berkeley College Vice President, Administration, and Co-Chair of the 80th Anniversary Committee. “As part of our anniversary theme, ‘Berkeley College – Changing Lives for 80 Years,’ the College had set a goal of raising at least $80,000 for charities through participation in various community service events and activities,” added Laura Jewell, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President for Advancement and Co-Chair of the 80th Anniversary Committee. “We are proud to announce we have raised more than $80,000, and the campaign has not yet ended.”  The organizations that received $1,000 or more include: the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the American Diabetes Association, the American Red Cross, Fashion for Autism, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Passaic and Paterson, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the Food Bank of New York, the Japan Relief Fund, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the March of Dimes, and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Ms. Jewell extended thanks to the many students, staff and faculty who gave both their time and financial resources to support this successful Berkeley community effort. A leader in business education for more than 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/par_fashion_show.jpg" width="200" />  <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/par_fashion_show.jpg">http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/par_fashion_show.jpg</a> Photo Caption: Funds raised during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show supported autism awareness and contributed to the more than $80,000 raised through Berkeley Cares. The Berkeley Cares initiative supported charities serving local communities in the critical areas of food, shelter, health, and student success during 2011 – in celebration of the 80th anniversary year of Berkeley College. - end -  000Berkeley College Raises More Than $80,000 for CharitiesPress Release126962Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/14/2011201112/14/2011201112/14/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE SPREADS CHEER TO DEPLOYED MILITARY THROUGH ‘GIVE2THE TROOPS’ HOLIDAY DRIVE <img alt="" height="134" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/give2thetroops.jpg" width="200" /> http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/give2thetroops.jpg  Photo Caption: The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Berkeley College has partnered with Give2TheTroops to send care packages to U.S. troops for the holidays. Give2TheTroops is a nonprofit organization that has supported approximately one million deployed U.S. troops with loving care packages and letters from across the nation. The College collected snacks, entertainment and sports items, and toiletries to send overseas. Left to right are Berkeley College active military and veteran students James Marshmon of Irvington, NJ; Maja Johnson of Newark, NJ; Vincent Perez of Jersey City, NJ; Roscelle Jones of Newark, NJ; and Christopher Dinkens of Brooklyn, NY. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.give2thetroops.org/">www.give2thetroops.org</a>. - end -000Berkeley College Spreads Cheer to Deployed Military through 'Give2TheTroops' Holiday DrivePress Release126938Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/14/2011201112/14/2011201112/14/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <h2 style="text-align: center">  </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> JANUARY 2012 EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  January 18     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  January 18     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  January 18     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: January 18     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   January 18    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: January 18     Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  January 18    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. January 18     Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 21 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   `      000Berkeley College Announces January 2012 EventsPress Release126931Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2011201112/13/2011201112/13/20112011 Berkeley College Online Announces National Distance Learning Week Essay Contest Winners   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE ANNOUNCES NATIONAL DISTANCE LEARNING WEEK ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online, is pleased to announce that Kathleen LoSchiavo of Bloomfield, NJ, is the winner of the National Distance Learning Week (NDLW) Essay Contest titled “Imagine the Future of Online Learning: What Does it Look Like?” Ms. LoSchiavo, who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice through <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/academics_bc/berkeley_college_online.htm">Berkeley College Online</a>, won a Nook Color.  Contest runners-up were Amad Channa of Middletown, NJ, who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Financial Services through a combination of on-site and online classes, and Sgt. Ladilvia Lee, an active duty Marine stationed in Okinawa, Japan, who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Accounting through Berkeley College Online. Ms. Lee is a native of Florence, SC. The students won Berkeley College T-shirts.   This fall, in conjunction with NDLW, Berkeley College celebrated 13 years of online learning and continued the yearlong 80th Anniversary celebration. In addition to hosting the NDLW Essay Contest, Berkeley College Online sponsored a Virtual Career Fair, an Active-Duty Military Open House, a Virtual Scavenger Hunt, a “Berkeley’s Got Talent!” Virtual Talent Show, and a “Walk Through Self-Service Registration” Webinar.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,500 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.     -end-  000Berkeley College Online Announces National Distance Learning Week Essay Contest WinnersPress Release126923Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/12/2011201112/12/2011201112/12/20112011 Berkeley College Students Honored By Town of Greenburgh   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>                                                                         BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS HONORED                                                                                      BY TOWN OF GREENBURGH  <img alt="" height="166" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/greenburghgroup.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: At a recent Board Meeting in Greenburgh, NY, town officials honored Berkeley College students for their valuable contributions to a number of municipal departments. Most notably, one group of students worked on a parking ticket backlog project which will net the town an additional $700,000 in revenue this fiscal year. Left to right are Paul Feiner, Greenburgh Town Supervisor; Students Konti Markuvkaj, Tiffany Scott, and Daisy Chavez; Ana Yee, Berkeley College Career Counselor; Students Carolina Patracinio, Chantay Harrison, and Shaniece Bynoe; Cynthia Rubino, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, White Plains, and Vice President of Government Relations, NY; and Mona Freitag, Chair, Greenburgh Citizens Budget Committee.   -end-      000Berkeley College Students Honored by Town of GreenburghPress Release126922Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/12/2011201112/12/2011201112/12/20112011   Berkeley College Faculty In The News   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY IN THE NEWS     Kevin Byrne, ASID, Chair, Interior Design, School of Professional Studies, was featured in the September issue of ELLE DÉCOR magazine. Mr. Byrne was interviewed about the design of his New York City apartment and the piece included photos of his design concepts. To view the article go to <a href="http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/articles/clear">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/articles/clear</a> Darshan Desai, PhD, School of Business, was interviewed for the cover story on the future of business intelligence that published in the July 2011 issue of CIO Magazine. To read the article go to <a href="http://issuu.com/idgindia/docs/july_2011_the_trouble_bi">http://issuu.com/idgindia/docs/july_2011_the_trouble_bi</a>. Dr. Desai is a resident of Woodbridge, NJ.  Thomas Miller, PhD, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, was a guest composer-musician and anthropologist on the Airborne Event radio program titled “Exploding Cold War with special guest Thomas Ross Miller, an archaeological dig into the 1980s post-punk avant-garde” broadcast on WFMU-FM Jersey City with streaming worldwide at <a href="http://www.wfmu.org">www.wfmu.org</a>. Dr. Miller is a resident of Brooklyn, NY. Syleecia Thompson, DBA, Management, School of Business, was the featured speaker for an online live stream with <a href="http://www.Onstarsradionetwork.com">www.Onstarsradionetwork.com</a> discussing the music business and her book “Rhythm Without Blues: The Dichotomy of a Music Genre.” Dr. Thompson is a resident of the Bronx, NY.  Al Widman, DPS, Management, School of Business, was interviewed for an article titled “Helping Online Students Connect with Business Leaders,” that published in the August issue of Faculty Focus magazine. Dr. Widman, a resident of Cathedral City, CA, spoke about his use of mentors in teaching his Nonprofit Management course online. To read the article go to <a href="http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/online-education/helping-online-students-connect-with-business-leaders/">http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/online-education/helping-online-students-connect-with-business-leaders/</a> A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   -end-      000Berkeley College Faculty In The NewsPress Release126869Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/9/2011201112/9/2011201112/9/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS 'SPIRITUAL </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">         ABSTRACTION' - THE ART OF O’DELLE ABNEY         </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the paintings of O’Delle Abney at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from January 2 through 28, 2012--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, January 5, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Mr. Abney is a New York City resident who graduated from Carnegie-Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, with a Master of Fine Arts degree.  In his junior year, he studied art at the Tyler School in Rome, Italy, and later received a certificate from the Ivy School of Professional Art in Pittsburgh, PA.     In describing his work, Mr. Abney says, “By letting paint do what paint does, I am able to experience a natural flow in nature.  Whether seen from a microscopic, aerial, or global view, it is consistent.”  His solo exhibitions include King Pitcher Gallery, Pittsburgh Playhouse Gallery, and Point Park College Gallery, all in Pittsburgh, PA, plus Café Americano, New York, NY.  He has also exhibited at the Port Authority, New York, NY; Jain Gallery, New York, NY; Westmoreland County Museum, Greensburg, PA; Contemporary Painters Show, Schneider Gallery, Rome, Italy; and the Third Annual Black Artists Exhibit, Selma Burke Art Center, Pittsburgh, PA.  He was a finalist in the Bombay Sapphire Artisan Series at Rush Arts, New York, NY.  For more details about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.worldfineart.com/Abney">www.worldfineart.com/Abney</a>.   For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="271" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/odelleabney_lemonade.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Lemonade, one of a series of abstract paintings from artist O’Delle Abney’s 'Spiritual Abstraction' exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from January 2 through 28, 2012.                                                                                                          - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Spiritual Abstraction' - the Art of O'Delle AbneyPress Release126856Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/8/2011201112/8/2011201112/8/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS 2011 ASSOCIATES OF THE YEAR Berkeley College recently honored the 2011 Associate of the Year. The Associate of the Year Award in Customer Service recognizes individuals who show personal responsibility and daily effort through their work. Recipients are: - Genine Leogrande, Executive Assistant, President’s Office, College Central Administration - Honorable Mention: Jeannine Ferguson, Director, Enrollment Services, BES Inc. The Associate of the Year Award in Adaptability recognizes individuals who continue to thrive through change. Recipients are: - Mohammed Mohosin, Director, Buildings and Grounds, Newark - Honorable Mention: Sarah Allende, Associate Director, Career Services, New York City The Associate of the Year Award in Excellence recognizes individuals who are committed to and produce the best achievable results. Recipients are: - Adam Milczarski, Student Accounts Analyst, College Central Administration - Honorable Mention: Elizabeth Bueno, Administrative Assistant, Adult Admissions, Woodbridge The Associate of the Year Award in Innovation recognizes individuals who have instituted or championed something new that has had a positive impact on the success of the College. Recipients are: - Janelle Roth, Web Content Manager, VIA Agency - Honorable Mention: Claudia Giraldo, Coordinator, Registrar’s Office, College Central Administration The Associate of the Year Award in Leadership recognizes individuals who inspire others to achieve the mission of the College. Recipients are: - Ashley Maikranz, Director, Student Accounts, Berkeley College Online - Honorable Mention: Randy Gomez, Director, Admissions, Brooklyn The Student-Centered Associate of the Year Award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to serve Berkeley College students. Recipients are: - Victoria Gray, Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York City - Honorable Mention: Ashante Barnes-Awe, Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Woodland Park The Associate of the Year Award in Teamwork recognizes groups that work cooperatively and supportively with others to attain team goals. Recipients are: - White Plains location and Cynthia Rubino, Campus Operating Officer, White Plains, and Vice President, Government Relations, NY - Honorable Mention: Financial Literacy Department Tom Kokis, Director, Student Financial Literacy Linda Athearn-Forster, Associate Director, Student Financial Literacy Cristina Carnemolla, Student Financial Literacy Advocate Linda Salavarria, Student Financial Literacy Advocate Quintina Robertson, Student Financial Literacy Advocate A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/associategroup.jpg" width="199" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored the 2011 Associates of the Year. Back row (L to R) are Sarah Allende, Cynthia Rubino, Mohammed Mohosin, Victoria Gray, Genine Leogrande, Ashley Maikranz and Cristina Carnemolla. Front row (L to R) are Jeannine Ferguson, Janelle Roth, Ashante Barnes-Awe, Claudia Giraldo and Adam Milczarski. - end -000Berkeley College Honors 2011 Associates of the YearPress Release126793Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/1/2011201112/1/2011201112/1/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY DURING NATIONAL DISTANCE LEARNING WEEK <img alt="" height="172" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/bco1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College Online recently celebrated National Distance Learning Week in conjunction with the yearlong 80th anniversary celebration of Berkeley College. Joining in the celebration, which took place at the Online administrative offices in Clifton, NJ, are (left to right) Assemblyman Thomas Giblin, 34th District; Bruce James, Passaic County Freeholder; Sharon Goldstein, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online; Reggie Smith III, Chair Emeritus, United States Distance Learning Association and Keynote Speaker; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; James Anzaldi, Clifton Mayor; and Joseph Kolodziej, Clifton Councilman. Guests had an opportunity to view the virtual <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/80th/heritage_timeline/">Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit</a>. The exhibit is comprised of eight panels — one for each decade since the 1930s — which parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally.   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/bco2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College Online recently celebrated National Distance Learning Week in conjunction with the yearlong 80th anniversary celebration of Berkeley College. Joining in the celebration, which took place at the Online administrative offices in Clifton, NJ, and having some fun with the computer, keyboard, mouse and mousepad cake, are (left to right) Sheri Prupis, Director, Educational Technology Initiatives, NJEDge.Net; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; and Reggie Smith III, Chair Emeritus, United States Distance Learning Association and Keynote Speaker. Guests had an opportunity to view the virtual <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/80th/heritage_timeline/" name="undefined">Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit</a>. The exhibit is comprised of eight panels — one for each decade since the 1930s — which parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally. - end -  000Berkeley College Celebrates 80th Anniversary During National Distance Learning WeekPress Release126777Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/29/2011201111/29/2011201111/29/20112011 Berkeley College Student Veterans March in New York City Veterans Day Parade   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>                                                                      BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERANS MARCH                                                                                 IN NYC VETERANS DAY PARADE   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/paradeunderway2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Members of the Berkeley College community, including student veterans from New York and New Jersey, participated in the 2011 New York City Veterans Day Parade. Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Air Force at McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Air Force Base, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. The Berkeley College Combat Veterans Education Partnership (CVET) launched last year, and is designed to meet the academic and career goals of combat veterans. For more information on the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, click <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/admissions_bc/2336.htm">here.</a>                                                                                            -end-   000Berkeley College Student Veterans March in New York City Veterans Day ParadePress Release126730Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2011201111/25/2011201111/25/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> OF NICK SAVIDES –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  PAINTINGS INSPIRED BY PARIS, FRANCE        </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the paintings of Nick Savides at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit, which focuses on Parisian paintings, will be on display from December 5 through 30--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, December 8, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Earlier this year, Mr. Savides’ oil on canvas, Wall Street – Early Morning took first place at the Berkeley College “Change in Brooklyn” art competition held at 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.       Mr. Savides learned to paint as a young child from his mother.  At Brandeis University, he studied under New York figurative painter Paul Georges and learned formal composition and painting techniques.  Initially, he focused on interior settings, drawing on Jan Vermeer as an influence.  Moving to New York in 1980, he turned to city scenes, painting people in the context of the streets.  Later, while living in Brooklyn, he drew new inspiration from his surroundings and painted scenes from Park Slope; Prospect Park; Coney Island; and the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Verrazano Bridges.  Over the next few years, he focused on the New England landscapes and national parks across the United States.  More recently, he was inspired to paint scenes from travels to Paris, France.  In describing his work, Mr. Savides says, “I paint using traditional oil and canvas.  It’s a process that starts outdoors, and I look for a setting that inspires me.  I concentrate on sections at a time and try not to rework as I’m doing this to keep the energy fresh and the painting alive.”     His solo exhibitions include the Nabi Gallery, New York, NY; Gallery Alexie, New York, NY; Pene de Bois Gallery, New York, NY; and State of New York at Stony Brook, NY.  Group shows include the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition, NY (where he is a member); Frederick Galleries, Allenhurst, NJ; The Rising Arts Gallery, Brooklyn, NY; and Field Gallery, West Tisbury, MA.  For more details about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.nicksavides.com/">www.nicksavides.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/nick_savides_louvre.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Inside the Louvre, Looking Out, one of a series of paintings from artist  Nick Savides’ Parisian exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from December 5 through 30.                                                                                                                                     - end -   000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Nick Savides - Paintings Inspired by Paris, FrancePress Release126722Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/22/2011201111/22/2011201111/22/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> DECEMBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  December 10 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. December 10 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                          - end -   `   000Berkeley College Announces December EventsPress Release126716Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/21/2011201111/21/2011201111/21/20112011       <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/groupphotort.jpg" width="250" /> Photo Caption:  The Berkeley College 10th Annual Post-Election Event was held recently at the Hamilton and Ward Steakhouse in Paterson, NJ. Attending the event are (L to R): Robert J. DeMers, Esq, Superintendent of Elections, Passaic County, who provided an overview of the election turnout; Phil Kirschner, President, New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA,) who served as event Moderator; Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Government Affairs; and Panelists, Bill Maer, Esq. (D) and Roger Bodman, Esq. (R), of Public Strategies Impact. The panelists discussed the political strategies and economic situations that led to national and local election results. The event was co-sponsored by the Commerce & Industry Association; the Greater Paramus Chamber of Commerce; the Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce; the Meadowlands Regional Chamber of Commerce; the North Jersey Regional Chamber of Commerce; the New Jersey Business and Industry Association; Passaic County Employer Legislative; and the Tri-County Chamber of Commerce.     -end-   000Community Discusses Results At Berkeley College 10th Annual Post-Election EventPress Release126672Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/18/2011201111/18/2011201111/18/20112011   Berkeley College Honors Faculty of The Year   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS FACULTY OF THE YEAR</h1> Berkeley College honored eight faculty members during the Faculty of the Year Awards dinner held recently at Club 101 in New York City. The honorees received awards for excellence in teaching as recognized by their students and colleagues at Berkeley College. “These annual awards honor faculty members who serve as role models in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost.   This year’s recipients are: School of Business Wolfgang Hinck, PhD, Associate Chair, Marketing. Dr. Hinck holds a PhD and MBA from the University of Texas-Pan American; and a BBA from Fachhochschule Nordostniedersachsen (now: Leuphana Universität Lüneburg) in Lüneburg, Germany. Glen DeSalvo, Instructor, Accounting and Finance. Mr. DeSalvo has an MBA from Adelphi University; an MS from Long Island University; and a BA from the State University of New York, New Paltz. School of Liberal Arts Byron Hargrove, PhD, Instructor, Humanities and Social Sciences. Dr. Hargrove has a PhD and MA from the University of Maryland and a BA from the University of NorthCarolina, Chapel Hill. Gail Wood-Miller, PhD, Instructor, English. Dr. Wood-Miller has a PhD and MA from New York University and a BA from William Paterson University. School of Professional Studies Edward J. Lynksey, EdD, Instructor, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice. Dr. Lynksey has an MA, an EdS and an EdD from Seton Hall University; and a BA from William Paterson University. Marjorie Silverman, Instructor, Department of Health Services. Ms. Silverman has an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from Duke University. Developmental Education Giammarie Pieri, Instructor, Developmental Education. Ms. Pieri has an MA and BA from Webster University and an MA from the Teachers College, Columbia University. Library Services Amanda Piekart, Reference/Instruction Librarian. Ms. Piekart has an MSLIS from Pratt Institute and a BA from William Paterson University.   A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="166" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/group.jpg" width="250" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored eight faculty members during the Faculty of the Year Awards dinner held at Club 101 in New York City. Back Row (L to R) are Edward J. Lynksey, EdD; Gail Wood-Miller, PhD; Wolfgang Hinck, PhD; Giammarie Pieri; Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; and Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD. Front Row (L to R) are Marjorie Silverman; Glen DeSalvo; Amanda Piekart; and Byron Hargrove, PhD.   -end-   000Berkeley College Honors Faculty of The YearPress Release126659Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/17/2011201111/17/2011201111/17/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS VETERANS DURING CEREMONY IN WOODLAND PARK Berkeley College recently held a ceremony in Woodland Park to commemorate Veterans Day and to honor the more than 480 Berkeley College students and numerous staff who served in the Armed Forces.  “Veterans Day is a celebration of all those who have served and given of themselves,” said Richard Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We celebrate those who have chosen to answer that call and serve our nation.”  The ceremony also remembered Tishon Duncan, a Berkeley College student enrolled in the Justice Studies – Criminal Justice program and a veteran of the U.S. Navy, who died this past September. The College distributed pins bearing Mr. Duncan’s name to all attendees.  “For him it was full speed ahead. You could see in him the traits that made him successful in the Navy,” said Michael Lincoln, Director of Adult Admissions, Woodland Park, who mentored Mr. Duncan. “Berkeley College will miss Tishon. We will miss his warmth and his leadership.”  Also during the ceremony, Tami Maurer, Coordinator of Veterans Affairs, New York, read from the diary of her grandfather, a World War II soldier who was drafted in 1941 and wrote about his service in Africa, Italy and Germany.  The College will continue to honor the military this holiday season through a drive that will send items and cards to troops overseas.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,700 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/veteransday2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Michael Lincoln, Director of Adult Admissions, Woodland Park (left), honors Tishon Duncan, a 14-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, during a Veterans Day ceremony at Berkeley College. <img alt="" height="166" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/veteransdaywp2011.jpg" width="250" />  Photo Caption B: Maja-Monique Johnson helps fellow student veteran Vincent Perez attach a pin honoring Tishon Duncan during a Veterans Day ceremony at Berkeley College.   - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Veterans During Ceremony in Woodland ParkPress Release126554Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/14/2011201111/14/2011201111/14/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. This information replaces the open house events listed in the October 21, 2011 calendar release.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> NOVEMBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: November 16    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  November 16   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  November 16   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  November 16   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   November 16   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: November 16  Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 16   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. November 16   Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                             - end -   `     000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release126459Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/9/2011201111/9/2011201111/9/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES EVENT FEATURING   </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE </h2>   The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 15 David Chong, Berkeley College Instructor, Criminal Justice, White Plains, has invited representatives of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) of the United States Department of Justice to meet with his class at 6:30 pm.  This free event is open to the public. The DEA representatives will lecture on their agency and its programs, as well as offer recruitment materials,” said Mr. Chong, who is also the Commissioner of Public Safety in White Plains.  “Since they do not often visit colleges, this promises to be an interesting experience.”                                                                                     - end -                                                                     000Berkeley College Announces Event Featuring DEA Representatives fom the US DOJPress Release126404Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/8/2011201111/8/2011201111/8/20112011 Berkeley College Beautifies September 11 Memorial in Woodbridge   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BEAUTIFIES SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL IN WOODBRIDGE <img alt="" height="106" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A (L to R): Berkeley College students Kristina Corsino of South Plainfield and Lilainy De La Camara of Somerset plant mums at Trinity Church in Woodbridge. Berkeley College students and staff helped beautify the September 11 Memorial Garden, which contains a piece of the World Trade Center. The effort was coordinated by Alyson Pompeo of Rahway, Berkeley College Personal Counselor, and the Berkeley Association of Peer Assistance Leaders, a student club that focuses on peer-to-peer mentoring and service to the community. <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College students and staff help beautify the September 11 Memorial Garden at Trinity Church in Woodbridge, which contains a piece of the World Trade Center. The effort was coordinated by Alyson Pompeo of Rahway, Berkeley College Personal Counselor, and the Berkeley Association of Peer Assistance Leaders, a student club that focuses on peer-to-peer mentoring and service to the community. - end -000Berkeley College Beautifies September 11 Memorial in WoodbridgePress Release126338Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/2/2011201111/2/2011201111/2/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CONTINUES YEARLONG 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IN PARAMUS <img alt="" height="163" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/paramus80th.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Kathleen Donovan, Bergen County Executive, presents Berkeley College with a proclamation honoring its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration during a ceremony in Paramus, NJ. Left to right are Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board; Ms. Donovan; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Evan Miller, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Paramus; and Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs. The College also received proclamations from the New Jersey Senate and Assembly and the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders; and a certificate from the Paramus Mayor and Council. The ceremony recognized the new Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design degree program, and invited guests to view the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally.   - end -000Berkeley College Continues Yearlong 80th Anniversary Celebration in ParamusPress Release126310Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/1/2011201111/1/2011201111/1/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ARTISTS OF QUALITY -  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> THE AMERICAN SOCIETY </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> OF CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS EXHIBITION      </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of dedicated professional artists who represent the American Society of Contemporary Artists (ASCA) organization at the Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.  This exhibit will be on display from November 7, 2011 through January 4, 2012--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The show will consist of 30 works of art--paintings, drawings, and sculptures.  An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, November 12, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.  Founded in 1917, the ASCA is a national, not-for-profit exhibiting art organization of professional painters, sculptors, and printmakers.  Artists of excellence are selected on merit by a revolving jury of their peers.  The membership seldom exceeds more than 100 artists who voluntarily contribute their time according to their varied talents to the maintenance and continuing development of the organization. Artist-members participate in public lectures and art demonstrations as well as in the presentation of awards that encourage the development of others within the arts community.  In keeping with the original mandate of bringing quality art before the general public, the annual art student awards and scholarship sponsorships are ongoing events.   For more information about the ASCA, visit <a href="http://www.ascartists.org/">www.ascartists.org</a>.  For details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="248" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/harrietfebland_thewindow.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   The Window, a painting by one of the exhibiting ASCA members--Harriet FeBland--on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from November 7, 2011 through January 4, 2012.                                                                                                 - end -   000Berkeley College Presents Artists of Quality - the ASCA ExhibitionPress Release126165Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/24/2011201110/24/2011201110/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ALUMNUS RECEIVES OUTSTANDING STUDENT INTERN AWARD FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY Berkeley College is proud to announce that Ernest Kruah Jr. of Englewood, NJ, has received the Outstanding Student Intern award from The New York Times Company. Mr. Kruah was a summer 2011 intern in the Corporate Controller Department. He was presented with the award at a recent luncheon hosted by The New York Times Internship Program. The award is given once per quarter to the student who has done the most outstanding work in his or her internship. “The New York Times Company was an eye-opener to the real world of accounting and corporate culture,” said Mr. Kruah. “My summer internship offered me priceless learning experience from the many professionals I encountered.”  Mr. Kruah was placed in the internship by the Berkeley College Career Services Department. The Department includes more than 20 career professionals who actively pursue internships and job opportunities that are best suited to a student’s field of study and abilities. Mr. Kruah, a 2011 graduate of Berkeley College in Paramus, holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree. While a student at the College, he was named several times to the President’s and Dean’s lists for his high GPA, and was a member of the Financial Management Association National Honor Society.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 8,500 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="254" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/ernestkruah.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College alumnus Ernest Kruah Jr. of Englewood, NJ, received the Outstanding Student Intern award from The New York Times Company for his work in the Corporate Controller Department. - end -000Berkeley College Alumnus Receives Outstanding Student Intern Award from The New York Times CompanyPress Release126162Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/24/2011201110/24/2011201110/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MARKS 29 YEARS IN WOODBRIDGE DURING 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/woodbridge_80th_anniversary_timeline.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recently marked 29 years in Woodbridge in conjunction with its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration. Officials standing in front of the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit, left to right, are Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board; Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; John E. McCormac, Mayor of Woodbridge; and John A. Crowe, EdD, Superintendent of Schools, Woodbridge School System. The Berkeley College Legacy Timeline is comprised of wall-mounted panels — one for each decade since the 1930s — which parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl_proclamation.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B:  Berkeley College recently marked 29 years in Woodbridge in conjunction with its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration. During the ceremony, John E. McCormac, Mayor of Woodbridge, presented a Proclamation to Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Woodbridge, in honor of the College’s contributions to Woodbridge and the community at-large. - end -000Berkeley College Marks 29 Years in Woodbridge During 80th Anniversary CelebrationPress Release126127Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/21/2011201110/21/2011201110/21/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES</h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> NOVEMBER EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: November 10 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14    Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  November 10 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  November 10 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  November 10 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   November 11 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: November 11 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 130 William Street, New York: November 11 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  November 11 Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Fashion” to 247365, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. November 7 – 11   In honor of National Distance Learning Week, and in celebration of the 80th anniversary of Berkeley College, Berkeley College Online™ will feature remarks by Reggie Smith III, Chairman, United States Distance Learning Association.  The event will be streamed live on November 9 at 11:45 am; to view it, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/hobsons/events/10033/SaveDate_player.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/hobsons/events/10033/SaveDate_player.htm</a>.  You can also find Berkeley College events being celebrated all week at  <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/online/NDLW/index.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/online/NDLW/index.htm</a>.  For further questions, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 14   Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. November 17 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All  will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -   `   000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release126025Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/13/2011201110/13/2011201110/13/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY DURING 5TH ANNUAL UNDER THE TENT EVENT IN WOODLAND PARK <img alt="" height="203" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/award.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recently continued its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration during the 5th Annual Under the Tent event in Woodland Park, NJ. Local leaders, area chambers of commerce, and the College community gathered for networking, food and music. The College honored the memory of Woodland Park resident William DeStefano with a presentation to his widow, Cathy. Mr. DeStefano served as a police officer in Riverdale for 30 years and was a member of many local police and service organizations. Pictured is Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, and Cathy DeStefano. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/timeline.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College recently continued its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration during the 5th Annual Under the Tent event in Woodland Park, NJ. Local leaders, area chambers of commerce, and the College community gathered for networking, food and music. Guests were invited to view the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally. Left to right are (back row) John Rapanos, DPS, CFP®, Dean, School of Business; Laura Jewell, Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement, and Co-Chair, 80th Anniversary Committee; Robert Artis, Berkeley College alumnus, Class of 1994; Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; and (front row) Annette Long, Vice President, Administration, and Co-Chair, 80th Anniversary Committee; and Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Campus Operating Officer, Woodland Park. - end -000Berkeley College Celebrates 80th Anniversary During 5th Annual Under the Tent Event in Woodland ParkPress Release125985Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2011201110/12/2011201110/12/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE PHOTOGRAPHY </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">        OF MATT LICARI – URBAN, SUBURBAN, AND RURAL       </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Matt Licari at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from November 1 through 30--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, November 3, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Mr. Licari is a New Yorker who was born in Manhattan and lived for some time in the Bronx.  Currently, he lives both in New York and Richmond, VA.  Always interested in taking photographs, Mr. Licari received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in photography from the State University of New York, School of Art and Design, in Purchase.  In describing his work, Mr. Licari says, “I explore urban, suburban, and rural subjects with an approach similar to that of a street photographer.  Though I sometimes employ handheld cameras, I like to work primarily with a large format view camera.” He interned as an archivist for the Guggenheim Museum and the Richard Avedon Foundation, worked with numerous artists and photographers, and was a guest lecturer at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts.     Mr. Licari has exhibited in many venues, including the Sasha Wolf Gallery, Kris Graves Projects, and the Neuberger Museum of Art.  His work has been shown in the company of numerous artists, including Fred Stein, Mathew Pillsbury, and Lois Conner, and he participated in the 2011 Artist Project New York.  His work is also featured and available through Gallery Stock New York/London. Mr. Licari is a member of the American Society of Media Photographers.  For more details about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.mattlicari.com/">www.mattlicari.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.    <img alt="" height="250" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/mattlicari.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Photo of teacher at Grace Dodge Vocational High School, Bronx, NY, is one of a series from photographer Matt Licari’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from November 1 through 30.                                                                                                                              - end -   000Berkeley College Presents the Photography of Matt Licari - Urban, Suburban, and RuralPress Release125980Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2011201110/12/2011201110/12/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS KRISTIN ROWE AS ASSISTANT PROVOST, ADVISEMENT Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Kristin Rowe as Assistant Provost, Advisement. In this role, Ms. Rowe will provide administrative leadership for student academic advisement at all Berkeley College locations.  “Ms. Rowe is an integral part of the Berkeley administration,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost. “Her dedication to the academic success of our students will serve her well in her new role.”  Ms. Rowe previously served as Campus Operating Officer for the Berkeley College New York City locations, where she managed day-to-day operations, finances, student and staff retention, and community outreach. Since joining Berkeley College in 1999, she has worked in several capacities in Advisement.  Before joining Berkeley College, Ms. Rowe was a Regional Resource Specialist with the New York State Department of Health and a Traumatic Brain Injury Program Specialist for the State of Vermont. She also served the United States Peace Corps as a volunteer in Tanzania, East Africa.  Ms. Rowe holds an MA in Counseling from New York University in New York City and a BA in Biology from Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/kristin_rowe.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Kristin Rowe as Assistant Provost, Advisement. - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Kristin Rowe as Assistant Provost, AdvisementPress Release125852Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/3/2011201110/3/2011201110/3/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE TEAM PARTICIPATES IN THE SUSAN G. KOMEN GREATER NYC RACE FOR THE CURE   <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/skomen1.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption A:  The Berkeley Cares team at Berkeley College participated in the Susan G. Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure held in Central Park, NY. The team raised more than $4,000 for the fight against breast cancer. Back row left to right are Devan Baumstein, High School Admissions Associate, Paramus, NJ; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President; Katie Gensinger, High School Admissions Associate, Paramus, NJ; Annette Long, Vice President, Administration; and Jorge Pardal, Berkeley College Online student. Front row left to right are Nicole Luthman, Coordinator, Student Development and Campus Life, New York City; and Reuel Roopnarine, Berkeley College student, New York City. Team members not in the photo are Laura Jewell, Assistant Vice President, Institutional Development; and Edwin J. Hughes, EdD, Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/skomen3.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: The Berkeley Cares team at Berkeley College recently participated in the Susan G. Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure held in Central Park, NY. The team raised more than $4,000 for the fight against breast cancer. Pictured is Reuel Roopnarine, Berkeley College student, New York City, pausing to place a ribbon on the tribute wall during the race.   -end-  000Berkeley College Participates in Susan G. Komen Race for the CurePress Release125824Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/30/201120119/30/201120119/30/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MARKS 10 YEARS IN DOWNTOWN WHITE PLAINS DURING 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/wst2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Left to right are Joseph Delfino, former Mayor, White Plains; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman; Cindy Rubino, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, White Plains; and Thomas Roach, Mayor, White Plains. Berkeley College recently celebrated 10 years at 99 Church Street, White Plains, in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of the College. Students, staff and local leaders had the opportunity to view the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally. The College also received a citation from the New York State Assembly and proclamations from Congress, the County of Westchester, and the City of White Plains. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/wst1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College recently celebrated 10 years at 99 Church Street, White Plains, in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of the College. Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman (far left), presents the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of the College with what was happening globally. The College received a citation from the New York State Assembly and proclamations from Congress, the County of Westchester, and the City of White Plains. - end - 000Berkeley College Marks 10 Years in Downtown White Plains During 80th Anniversary CelebrationPress Release125756Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   HUNTINGTON RESIDENT NAMED GRAND PRIZE WINNER IN 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST AT BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is proud to announce that Elijah Johnson of Huntington, NY, has been named a grand-prize winner in the 80th anniversary video contest. The contest invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives. Mr. Johnson is a student at the White Plains location. “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.” Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency. Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch. To watch Mr. Johnson’s video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wiRhgQ5vAw">www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wiRhgQ5vAw</a>  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Huntington Resident Named Grand Prize Winner in 80th Anniversary Video Contest at Berkeley CollegePress Release125755Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MANHATTAN RESIDENT NAMED RUNNER-UP IN 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST AT BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is proud to announce that Troy Scott of Manhattan, NY, has been named a runner-up in the 80th anniversary video contest. The contest invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives. Mr. Scott is a student at the New York City location. “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.” Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency. Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch.  To watch Mr. Scott’s video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ViRWOZeV2k">www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ViRWOZeV2k</a>  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - Editor’s Note: The zip code for Troy Scott of Manhattan, NY, is 10029. 000Manhattan Resident Named Runner-Up in 80th Anniversary Video Contest at Berkeley CollegePress Release125754Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   WEEHAWKEN RESIDENT NAMED RUNNER-UP IN 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST AT BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is proud to announce that Teresa Michael of Weehawken, NJ, has been named a runner-up in the 80th anniversary video contest. The contest invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives. Ms. Michael is an Advisor, International Admissions. “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.” Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency. Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch. To watch Ms. Michael’s video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GnbakgiXq8">www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GnbakgiXq8</a>  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Weehawken Resident Named Runner-Up in 80th Anniversary Video Contest at Berkeley CollegePress Release125753Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BRONX RESIDENT NAMED GRAND PRIZE WINNER IN 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST AT BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is proud to announce that Elvis Bryan of the Bronx, NY, has been named a grand-prize winner in the 80th anniversary video contest. The contest invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives. Mr. Bryan is a student at the Brooklyn location. “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.”  Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency.  Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch. To watch Mr. Bryan’s video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNx7zsVivRc">www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNx7zsVivRc</a>  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - Editor’s Note: The zip code for Elvis Bryan of the Bronx, NY, is 10474. 000Bronx Resident Named Grand Prize Winner in 80th Anniversary Video Contest at Berkeley CollegePress Release125752Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   QUEENS RESIDENT NAMED RUNNER-UP IN 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST AT BERKELEY COLLEGE  Berkeley College is proud to announce that Tenzin Sonam of Elmhurst in Queens, NY, has been named a runner-up in the 80th anniversary video contest. The contest invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives. Mr. Sonam is a student at the New York City location. “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.” Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency. Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch. To watch Mr. Sonam’s video, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VycL_K466k">www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VycL_K466k</a> A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end -  000Queens Resident Named Runner-Up in 80th Anniversary Video Contest at Berkeley CollegePress Release125751Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201120119/27/201120119/27/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 80TH ANNIVERSARY VIDEO CONTEST Berkeley College recently announced the winners of its 80th anniversary video contest, which invited students, alumni, faculty and staff to celebrate the College’s legacy of changing lives.  “Submissions used original songs, images, and on-screen text to express how Berkeley College has changed lives for 80 years by embracing diversity and fostering academic success,” said Stan Holland, 80th Anniversary Video Contest Committee Chair and Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark. “These videos show the many creative talents of our students and staff.”  Videos were reviewed by a panel of judges. Three grand-prize winners and three runners-up from the Berkeley College community were selected. Judging was based on message/relevance, factual accuracy, inspirational value, creativity, originality, and technical proficiency.  Grand-prize winners will receive their choice of a $1,000 cash prize or a four-day trip for two. Runners-up will receive an Apple iPad. In a raffle for early submissions, one student also was awarded an iPod Touch.  Grand-prize winners: Elvis Bryan of the Bronx, NY, a student at the Brooklyn location Elijah Johnson of Huntington, NY, a student at the White Plains location Jaymee Minner of Salamanca, NY, Video Production Specialist, VIA (internal creative agency) Runners-up: Troy Scott of Manhattan, NY, a student at the New York City location Tenzin Sonam of Elmhurst, NY, a student at the New York City location Teresa Michael of Weehawken, NJ, Advisor, International Admissions To watch the winning videos, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBA25F00C7D8FFA55">www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBA25F00C7D8FFA55</a>  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College Announces Winners of 80th Anniversary Video ContestPress Release125695Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/23/201120119/23/201120119/23/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS THE ARTWORK OF SERGE STROSBERG, </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> ‘THE EXPRESSIONIST OF FASHION’        </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Serge Strosberg at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from October 3 through 28--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, October 6, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Mr. Strosberg was born in Antwerp, Belgium, and studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and the Academie Julian in Paris, France.  “Although being mainly a painter, I took photography classes with Peter Knapp, art director for Elle and Vogue, and was always immersed in the world of fashion.” Now living in the heart of SoHo in New York City--an area noted for its artists’ lofts, art galleries, and wide variety of shops--he is surrounded by fashion storefronts, light, reflections, music, vibrations, marching crowds, and police sirens.  “This constant flow of energy gives me the inspiration to paint,” he says. Mr. Strosberg describes himself as “the Expressionist of Fashion.”  He has had many solo exhibitions, including the Elaine Baker Gallery, Boca Raton FL; Alliance Francaise Gallery, Miami, FL; Ludwig Trossaert Gallery, Antwerp, Belgium; and the Philippe Fregnac Gallery, Paris, France.  He also has shown his work at the New Century Artists, New York, NY; Himalayas Art Museum, Shanghai, China; Orangerie of the France Senate, Paris; and the Jewish Museum, Brussels, Belgium.  He has received numerous awards, including a SoHo Artist Certification granted by New York City and the Allocation for Life of a landmark artist’s studio, Paris.       For more details about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.strosbergserge.com/">www.strosbergserge.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="259" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/sergestrosberg-shattered.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   ”Shattered,” one of a series of expressionist paintings from artist Serge Strosberg’s exhibit entitled “Unmasking SoHo After Dark,” is on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from October 3 through 28.                                                                                             - end -   000Berkeley College Presents the Artwork of Serge Strosberg, 'The Expressionist of Fashion'Press Release125694Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/23/201120119/23/201120119/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE COMMEMORATES 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11 WITH CEREMONY IN PARAMUS <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/Sept11A.JPG" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Christopher Trucillo, Chief of Police, NJ TRANSIT, speaks to Berkeley College students and associates at a ceremony to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Chief Trucillo was a Commanding Officer with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey during the attacks in 2001. Events honoring the anniversary were held in Paramus and at all New Jersey and New York Berkeley College locations, as well as through Berkeley College Online. To view a video about the Paramus ceremony, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJLoHCvJrs">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJLoHCvJrs</a> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/Sept11B.JPG" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Left to right are Evan Miller, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Paramus; Paramus Council Members Cathy Bentz and Maureen O’Brien; Bryan Guzman, Berkeley College student veteran and guest speaker; Christopher Trucillo, Chief of Police, NJ TRANSIT, and guest speaker; and Ron Hurley, Berkeley College Director, Public Safety. Events honoring the 10-year anniversary of the September 11 attacks were held in Paramus and at all New Jersey and New York Berkeley College locations, as well as through Berkeley College Online. To view a video about the Paramus ceremony, visit <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJLoHCvJrs">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJLoHCvJrs</a> - end -000Berkeley College Commemorates 10-Year Anniversary of 9/11 with Ceremony in ParamusPress Release125616Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/19/201120119/19/201120119/19/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> OCTOBER EVENTS</h2>     NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: October 5 In celebration of its 80th anniversary, Berkeley College proudly presents “Under the Tent at Berkeley,” in partnership with the Greater Paterson, North Jersey Regional, and Tri-County Chambers of Commerce.  As in past years, this event features great jazz, food, and networking, and will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, with a rain date of October 6.  The cost is $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers.  Please RSVP by September 28 to your respective chamber:  Greater Paterson, 973-881-7300; North Jersey Regional, 973-470-9300; or Tri-County, 862-210-8328.  Or you can call Berkeley College at 201-967-9667, ext. 1794.  Note that seats are limited to the first 250 responders. October 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  October 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  October 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  October 19    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 23 Berkeley College will sponsor its 7th Annual Charity Car Show from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (rain date October 30).  All proceeds will benefit the Boomer Esiason Foundation to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis.  Car enthusiasts are invited to register their vehicles for display. Pre-registration fee is $15 through October 15.  All pre-registered participants will receive a participation trophy.  On-site registration fee is $20. Food and beverages are available. For registration/donation forms or for more information, contact Tracy Welch at 201-967-9667, ext. 1706, or go to <a href="https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf">https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf</a>.    NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   October 19 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: October 19   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  October 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22  Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   ONLINE LOCATION The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. October 19      Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. October 22       Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -       000Berkeley College Announces October EventsPress Release125613Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/19/201120119/19/201120119/19/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER, 19, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>      BERKELEY COLLEGE IMPLEMENTS SMOKE-FREE POLICY  Berkeley College is proud to announce that on September 24 it will launch a Smoke-Free Policy at all locations. The policy prohibits smoking and the use of other tobacco-related products by all students, faculty, staff, contractors and visitors at Berkeley College. This ban extends to areas in and around college buildings or other college property including walkways and parking lots.  “This new policy fosters an environment that protects and sustains the health and safety of the Berkeley College community,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President.  Since 2010 the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life (SDCL) has sponsored Smoking Cessation Information Tables and Smoking Cessation Support Groups for students. In addition, SDCL will run a series of programs devoted to the topic of how to quit smoking. Students also will be encouraged to participate in the American Cancer Society’s “Great American Smoke Out” in November.  Berkeley College associates and faculty members looking to give up cigarettes can turn to the College’s Human Resources Department for assistance.   “We all know the health risks of smoking. That doesn’t make it any easier to quit,” said Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources. “We understand that one size does not fit all when smokers are trying to quit. Therefore, we have information on smoking cessation programs from Aetna, the American Cancer Society and the American Lung Association, as well as other resources, available to assist our associates.” The Smoke-Free Policy is an initiative of the Berkeley College Office of the President. The policy was developed with advice from Global Advisors on SmokeFree Policy (GASP).  Based in Summit, NJ, GASP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public on the benefits of smoke-free environments. The organization is a founding member of Tobacco-Free for a Healthy New Jersey, the 2011 statewide tobacco control effort under the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services’ Office of Tobacco Control.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. -end-     000Berkeley College Implements Smoke-Free PolicyPress Release125529Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/15/201120119/15/201120119/15/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL FOR 2012 BY G.I. JOBS MAGAZINE Berkeley College has been selected as a 2012 Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, a magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The list honors the colleges, universities and trade schools that do the most to embrace American’s servicemen and veterans as students. “It is an honor for Berkeley College to receive this award for the third consecutive year,” said Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs. “The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, and collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard, the Air Force, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. We constantly strive to expand the programs and services offered to our 400 military and veteran students.”  The 2012 list of Military Friendly Schools was compiled through research and a data-driven survey of more than 8,000 schools nationwide. Selected institutions offer benefits such as military scholarships and discounts, veterans’ clubs, and a full-time staff dedicated to veterans’ affairs. Feedback from the survey provides prospective military students with insight into the student veteran experience at a particular institution based on reviews from current students.  “The Military Friendly Schools list is the go-to resource for prospective student veterans searching for schools that provide the right overall experience,” said Michael Dakduk, Executive Director for the Student Veterans of America. A full story and detailed list of Military Friendly Schools will be highlighted in the annual Guide to Military Friendly Schools publication, as well as on a poster that will be distributed to active and former military personnel in early October. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College Named Military Friendly School for 2012 by G.I. Jobs MagazinePress Release125467Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/9/201120119/9/201120119/9/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBIT OF PAINTINGS </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> TO CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artists Julian Caso, Louis Mendez and Luis Soler at the Brooklyn location gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, NY.  This exhibit will be on display through October 26. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. An artists’ reception will be held on Friday, September 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.  Hispanic Heritage Month runs from mid-September through mid-October.    According to Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries, the selected works are diverse. “I chose each of these artists – Julian Caso, Louis Mendez, and Luis Soler – to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month because of their excellent reputations and considerable skills, and because they offer three distinctly different perspectives and styles in the Hispanic tradition,” said Mr. Keiber. “I was very lucky and quite thrilled to be able to schedule all three very busy artists for this exhibit.” Julian Caso is a Cuban artist who combines Cubism with Modernism. His murals have been featured in many New York City and Atlanta restaurants, nightclubs and clothing stores. He received an award for best oil painting from the National Art League in Flushing, NY. Louis Mendez is a confirmed sculptor and potter who was born in New York City and holds Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees in industrial design from Alfred University. His ceramic sculptures have been exhibited in galleries all over the world, including in New York City, Italy and France. He first gained recognition at the Syracuse Museum of Fine Arts Ceramic Nationals. He has only recently returned to painting, and his work in sculpture greatly influences his new paintings. Luis Soler is a graduate of the Academia de Bellas Artes in his native Spain. This institution boasts many famous alumni, including Pablo Picasso. Mr. Soler also studied at the Pratt Institute in New York. His paintings range from portraits to landscapes to still life. In New York, he most recently showed at the Lawrence Gallery and the Brooklyn Museum. For more information about the exhibit, contact Robert Keiber, Curator, Berkeley College Brooklyn and New York City Midtown location galleries, at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.    <img alt="" height="240" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/louismendez_ohhillary.jpeg" width="302" /> Photo Caption: “Oh Hillary,” by artist Louis Mendez, is one of the paintings on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn location gallery through October 26.     - end -   000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibit of Paintings to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage MonthPress Release125360Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/31/201120118/31/201120118/31/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DALLAS REED, PhD, AS DEAN, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE, NEW YORK Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Dallas Reed, PhD, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. In this role, Dr. Reed will be responsible for all aspects of student life at the New York campuses, and will work closely with students, faculty and staff in the creative design and implementation of student development programs.  “Dr. Reed has dedicated her career in higher education to the support and success of students,” said Edwin Hughes, EdD, Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. “Her leadership will ensure that our students make the most of their time at Berkeley College.”  Before coming to Berkeley College, Dr. Reed served as Associate Vice President for Student Life at Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS, where she assisted in the management of residential life, career services, counseling, campus safety and student activities, among other responsibilities.  She holds a PhD in Urban Higher Education from Jackson State University in Jackson, MS; an MSOL (Master’s of Science in Organizational Leadership) from Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, NC; and a BA in General Arts and Sciences with an emphasis in Public Relations and Management from Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="224" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/dallas_reed.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Dallas Reed, PhD, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Dallas Reed as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New YorkPress Release125251Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/24/201120118/24/201120118/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE DIRECTOR RECEIVES AWARD FROM NORTH AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR STAFF, PROGRAM AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Berkeley College is proud to announce that Shelly Nice, Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT), has received a 2011 John Fry Individual Merit Award from the North American Council for Staff, Program and Organizational Development (NCSPOD). Ms. Nice was chosen to receive the award based on her work in developing CELT at the College, as well as her many contributions as a speaker at local, regional and national conferences. “The Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching at Berkeley College provides the support our faculty members need to be both innovative and effective,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost. “Ms. Nice is an asset to CELT in its mission to promote faculty excellence and Berkeley College is pleased that NCSPOD has recognized her many accomplishments with this award.” As Director, Ms. Nice focuses on faculty development, including the staff’s use of technology, and coordinates academic service learning, research and scholarship opportunities. She has spoken at numerous conferences about the topics of instructional and course design, faculty development, engaging students and social media in the classroom. John Fry Individual Merit Awards recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to staff, program, and organizational development, especially those who support others in conducting more effective programming. Ms. Nice holds an MBA in Marketing from Centenary College, an MA in Corporate and Organizational Communication from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a BA in Anthropology/Writing from Drew University.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end -000Berkeley College Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Receives NCSPOD AwardPress Release125237Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/23/201120118/23/201120118/23/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents ‘Silent Tales’ –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Oil Paintings by Ana Cifuentes    </h1> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from mid-September through mid- October, Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Ana Cifuentes at its New York City Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from September 1 through 30--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, September 8, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Ms. Cifuentes, who is of Colombian descent, lives in New York, NY.  She was educated at the Fine Arts School in Medellin, Colombia, and the Art Students League, New York, NY.  She has exhibited her work at the: Municipal Council, Medellin, Colombia; Collective Pukara, Brussels, Belgium; Ward-Nasse Gallery, New York, NY; West Side Coalition,  New York, NY; New York Public Library, New York, NY; Lafayette Grill, New York, NY; Arts Upstairs Gallery, Phoenicia, NY, and the Terraza Café, Queens, NY.     Ms. Cifuentes says, “My paintings are very spontaneous.  I call the show Silent Tales because my paintings are narratives of events, situations, or thoughts that impress me or weigh upon me as I meditate on something.  I translate that idea or event into a painting.  I use color to express the mood and atmosphere of what I experience.  I like to think that when people see my paintings, they see something they didn’t see before and are confronted in that little moment by a new experience.” For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="433" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/anacifuentes.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:   Inordinate Desires, one of a series of oil paintings from artist Ana Cifuentes’ exhibit entitled Silent Tales, is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from September 1 through 30.                                                                                                                  - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Silent Tales' - Oil Paintings by Ana CifuentesPress Release125235Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/23/201120118/23/201120118/23/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2011  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.    <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> SEPTEMBER EVENTS</h2>   September 1   Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” – the last of a series of free outdoor concerts that have been held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Theater Square, One Center Street, Newark, NJ, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.  This last performance features a tribute to the “King of Pop” Michael Jackson.  For up-to-date information, call the hotline on 973-353-8046 or visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.  Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Shopping and Music Under the Stars.” Quimbombo, a Cuban musical group, will entertain children at Albee Square, Fulton and Bond Streets, Brooklyn, NY.  This live music event starts at 7:00 pm and ends at 9:00 pm.  Participating area stores will stay open late to accommodate families.  For up-to-date information, call Conrad Walker, Campus Operating Officer, Brooklyn Location, on 718-637-8600, ext. 4601, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:crw@BerkeleyCollege.edu">crw@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Woodland Park Location, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: September 14     Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Woodbridge Location, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  September 14     Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Location, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  September 14     Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Location, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  September 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK LOCATIONS The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Location, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   September 14 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, New York City Midtown Location, 3 East 43rd Street, New York: September 14   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, White Plains Location, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  September 14     Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE LOCATION The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. September 14     Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -          000Berkeley College Announces September EventsPress Release125186Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/17/201120118/17/201120118/17/20112011 Berkeley College Business Leadership Workshop Participants Visit NY Times, Meet Russell Simmons   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BUSINESS LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS VISIT THE NEW YORK TIMES, MEET RUSSELL SIMMONS AT RUSH COMMUNICATIONS The Berkeley College Summer Business Leadership Workshop participants were in for a treat during their two-day experience exploring careers in business. Their immersion included: a tour of The New York Times Building and a meeting with members of the company’s Human Resources team; a question-and-answer session with the Vice President of New York Life Insurance Company; and an impromptu chat with Russell Simmons, Co-Founder of Def Jam Records and Founder of Rush Communications, Inc.  At Rush Communications the group was greeted by Berkeley College alumnus Adair Curtis, Vice President of Communications. Mr. Simmons, to whom Mr. Curtis directly reports, was available to meet with the group in his executive suite.  “I went to work every day and I was passionate about what I was doing. That passion was almost like a prayer for me,” Mr. Simmons told the students. “You cannot start out at the bottom complaining. You have to just be good and do good. Success will follow.”  The Berkeley College Summer Business Leadership Workshop allows high school students to hear from professionals who have been successful in many different fields.  “We hope these young adults will be inspired to think outside the box and be passionate about pursuing careers in business,” said Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Enrollment.  Atalia Clarke, a senior at the Academy for Young Writers in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, said that she was excited to meet Mr. Simmons and was very impressed with the entire workshop experience. “I figured that we would be in the classroom discussing career paths and career goals, but instead we went out and visited companies and got to speak with people working at those companies about their experiences,” said Ms. Clarke, a Brooklyn resident, who is looking at forensic science, criminal justice or nursing as possible career choices.   At The New York Times, students attended a presentation by Human Resources Associate Federico DeLima, a Berkeley College alumnus. Mr. DeLima spoke with the students about the importance of internships in providing valuable hands-on job experience and in opening doors to the business world. Mr. DeLima was hired by The New York Times after serving at the company as a Berkeley College intern.   Jared Schulman of Oxford, CT, a senior at Oxford High School, was thrilled with the opportunity to visit some of the leading companies in New York City. He was especially encouraged following a presentation by New York Life Insurance Financial Services Professional Birdie Farrell. In speaking about her background, Ms. Farrell told the visiting students that she is a graduate of Cornell University where she majored in History, and that she is a former Olympic ice skating champion.  “She told us that she never expected to end up in a successful career at an insurance company,” Mr. Schulman said. “It was nice to hear that you don’t have to have it all figured out before you leave college. Life can take you in a much different direction than you had planned and you can still find success.”  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/summerbusinessworkshop1.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College Summer Leadership Workshop participants gather at The New York Times building during their two-day business immersion experience. <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/summerbusinessworkshop2.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College Summer Business Leadership Workshop participants enjoyed an unusual opportunity to receive firsthand guidance about career selection from Russell Simmons, Co-Founder of Def Jam Records and Founder of Rush Communications, Inc.                                                                                           - end - 000Berkeley College Business Leadership Workshop Participants Visit NY Times, Meet Russell SimmonsPress Release124712Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/26/201120117/26/201120117/26/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>      BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS IN NEWARK AND 80 IN NEW JERSEY The Berkeley College Newark Campus recently celebrated its fifth anniversary at 536 Broad Street in Downtown Newark. The celebration was held in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of Berkeley College. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, business associates and civic leaders came together to acknowledge the contributions in higher education and the economic revitalization that the College has brought to Newark and the greater community.  “I am delighted that Berkeley acquired, invested and renovated here in Newark, the oldest city in the country after Philadelphia and New York,” said Sheila Y. Oliver, Speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly. “When we have a long-term provider like Berkeley College in this area of New Jersey, we know there are scores of New Jersey citizens who would not have been able to be where they are without a school like Berkeley.”  The event also featured remarks by Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Jo Ann Marianne, Berkeley College Class of 1983 and Chief Operating Officer at the Ironbound Community Corporation; Christopher Thomas, Berkeley College New Jersey Student of the Year; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Board Chairman; and Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus.  The event also included the unveiling of a permanent Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit on the first floor of the Newark Campus. The nine wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of Berkeley College with what was happening globally.  In 1976, Berkeley College moved from the Spanish villa replica building at the corner of William and Prospect streets in East Orange, NJ, to a larger campus in West Paterson, NJ. Its leadership looked to serve the Essex County region with a well-trained, career-focused workforce. That opportunity came when the property at 534-536 Broad Street in Downtown Newark was identified in 2005. With reconstruction of this abandoned property (once the Casey Jones School of Aeronautics ... where Frank Sinatra was a student) converted into classrooms, a library, offices, a student lounge and a bookstore.  The first students enrolled in the fall of 2006. In 2008, the Berkeley College Newark Campus received the 2008 New Good Neighbor Award from the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. Today, the Newark Campus community is proud of its more than 150 graduates and 650 students. The facilities have expanded to make room for a larger library, student lounge, and Academic Support Center; conference and meeting rooms; more classrooms and faculty offices; and a larger bookstore.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="143" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/nwk5thanniversary.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: At the fifth anniversary celebration of Berkeley College in Newark and the 80th anniversary of the college, special guests unveiled the Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit, a permanent historic display on the first floor of Berkeley College located at 536 Broad Street in Newark. Standing left to right are Mildred Crump, Newark City Councilwoman; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Sheila Y. Oliver, New Jersey General Assembly Speaker; Randy Luing, Berkeley College Board Trustee; Jo Ann Marianne, Berkeley College Alumna and Community Director, Ironbound Outreach; Christopher Thomas, Berkeley College New Jersey Student of the Year. Seated left to right are Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus; and Don Cirulli, Borough Administrator of Ho-Ho-Kus. - end - 000Berkeley College Celebrates Five Years in Newark and 80 in New JerseyPress Release124674Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/25/201120117/25/201120117/25/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBIT OF PAINTINGS BY ROBERT GREEN - </h1>  ARTIST WHO ‘CAME TO THE PARTY LATE’ Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Robert Green, who hails from the United Kingdom, at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will present a variety of the more iconic landmark buildings around New York City, as seen by this Englishman, and will be on display from August 1 through 31--Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, August 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Born in Bolton, Lancashire in the United Kingdom, Robert Green enjoyed a pleasant childhood but did not exhibit any early interest in art.  Then, at school, one of his teachers saw his artistic potential and encouraged him to study advertising design.  This led to his being accepted into the Bolton College of Art, and to the beginning of a career that would take him to Madison Avenue in New York, NY.  He worked for many years as an art director and creative director at some of New York’s well-known advertising agencies, including TBWA.  “You could say I came to the party late,” the artist says.  “I worked hard at my advertising career and only started painting seriously about seven years ago.”  His “second” career quickly took off, and he began exhibiting in some of London’s most prestigious galleries, like the Bankside and the Mall.  Two years ago, he won first prize in the Winsor and Newton 21st Royal Watercolor Society painting competition at the Bankside Gallery for his painting Milk. This is Mr. Green’s first exhibition in New York, and Berkeley College is pleased to welcome him.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="203" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/robertgreen_katzsdeli.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:   Katz’s Deli, from artist Robert Green’s exhibit is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from August 1 through 31.                                                                                                        - end -   000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibit of Paintings by Robert GreenPress Release124670Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/25/201120117/25/201120117/25/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 25, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ROSEMARIE BERMAN AS DIRECTOR OF CAREER SERVICES FOR BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Rosemarie Berman as Director of Career Services for Berkeley College Online. In this role, Ms. Berman will build employer relations and work to place online students into positions within their program of study. She also will further develop virtual career fairs and other tools that allow both on-site and online students and alumni to apply for career opportunities. “Berkeley College is dedicated to supporting our students and alumni in their career endeavors,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Ms. Berman’s strong relationships with local employers will be an asset to the students enrolled through Berkeley College Online.”  Ms. Berman previously served as Director of the Berkeley College Corporate Learning Partnership Program, which provides cost-effective employee development through online and on-site educational options. She is a member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Mahwah Chamber of Commerce, and is Secretary of Ramsey Responds, a local nonprofit organization. Ms. Berman holds a BA in English from Pace University in New York City.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="220" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/rosemarie_berman.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Rosemarie Berman as Director of Career Services for Berkeley College Online. - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Rosemarie Berman as Director of Career Services for Berkeley College OnlinePress Release124664Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/22/201120117/22/201120117/22/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents Hispanic Heritage  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Art Exhibition Call for Entries   </h1> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from mid September through mid October, Berkeley College is pleased to announce a Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibition at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.  The call for entries of original artwork is open to all Brooklyn artists.  All artists must be over the age of 18 working in traditional media (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), with photography and computer generated art also accepted.  The original art must be at least 24” x 30” framed.     The submission deadline is Friday, August 12, with artwork to be judged by its relevance to Hispanic heritage.  First, second, and third place winners will be notified by Friday, August 19.  The first place award is a solo show at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017.  Second and third place award is a two-person show at the same location.     The Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibition will be on display at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery from September 5 through October 26 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Friday, September 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.         To submit artwork, an application must be obtained from Robert Keiber, Curator, at  <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or by calling 212-252-2065.  A 4” x 6” color print or color postcard should then be submitted with the application and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Robert Keiber at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017.  Please contact Mr. Keiber for more information or any further questions.                                                                                                  - end -   000Berkeley College Presents Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibition Call for EntriesPress Release124615Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/20/201120117/20/201120117/20/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   REGIONALLY ACCREDITED PROPRIETARY INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION ENDORSE ACCORD TO ENHANCE GREATER ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY Endorsers commit to practices that will provide students with clear and accessible financial data and metrics of student success July 20, 2011 – New York, NY – Twenty regionally-accredited proprietary (for-profit) institutions of higher education from the United States and Puerto Rico announced today that they have endorsed a comprehensive set of principles, known as The Accord, intended to ensure that each of these institutions meets high standards of transparency and accountability.  With proprietary institutions playing an increasingly important role in meeting the nation’s demand for a more highly educated workforce, endorsers developed and agreed to The Accord because they have a responsibility to give students, policymakers, and taxpayers confidence in the effectiveness of proprietary institutions in delivering a valuable education. The Accord is a result of discussions convened by <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">Berkeley College</a> in New York City in February 2011 among presidents and leaders of regionally-accredited proprietary institutions. The expectation is that, by December 15, 2011, institutions will prominently display on their websites A Pledge of Public Accountability that includes information concerning their cost of tuition, graduation rates, student indebtedness, and available loan repayment data. Other best practices the endorsers have agreed to implement include: <ul> <li> Facilitating the appropriate and efficient transfer of academic credit after an incoming student’s transcript has been reviewed;</li> <li> Communicating clearly in writing whether completion of a given program will qualify a student for licensure in a career field; and,</li> <li> Communicating to students the estimated amount of financial aid they will receive before they enroll in classes.</li> </ul> "Berkeley College is pleased to lead the effort of regionally-accredited proprietary institutions to better serve our students and the public through greater accountability, transparency and high ethical standards,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “We are excited to have begun this effort with the support of 19 other proprietary colleges and universities, and we expect more institutions to endorse The Accord as they become familiar with it in the months ahead.”  The Accord also charges the endorsers to take action to improve higher education and solidify their sense of shared purpose and commitment.  These recommendations go beyond regulatory requirements to include collecting data on student learning; participating in higher education organizations; advocating for federal and state policies that promote educational opportunities and better student outcomes; and elevating the national conversation on financial literacy to reduce unnecessary student borrowing.    <ul> <li> Proprietary institutions make quality higher education accessible to 1.85M students from lower income families, underrepresented minorities, and adult learners, as well as first-generation college attendees.  To read a copy of the full text of The Accord, please click here. <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Berkeley/presidents_assets/theaccord.pdf">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Berkeley/presidents_assets/theaccord.pdf</a>   Accord Endorsers American Public University System – Charles Town, WV AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine – Austin,TX Bay State College – Boston, MA Berkeley College – New York and New Jersey Five Towns College – Dix Hills, NY Florida National College – Hialeah, FL Huertas Junior College– Caguas, PR ICPR Junior College – San Juan, PR Jones International University – Centennial, CO Lincoln College of New England - Southington, CT Midstate College – Peoria, IL MTI College – Sacramento, CA New England College of Business and Finance – Boston, MA Northcentral University – Prescott Valley, AZ Rasmussen College– Bloomington, MN Strayer University – Washington, DC Technical Career Institutes, Inc. – New York, NY United States University – National City, CA University of Advancing Technology – Tempe, AZ Waldorf College – Forest City, IA - end - </li> </ul>000Regionally Accredited Proprietary Institutions of Higher Education Endorse AccordPress Release124603Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/19/201120117/19/201120117/19/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> AUGUST EVENTS</h2>   August 4, 11, 18, and 25 Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” – a series of free outdoor concerts held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Theater Square, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.  The concerts will feature the region’s best jazz, pop/rock, R&B, and world-renowned music artists.  Invited artists include Bradford Hayes, Nelly Soriano, Tre Williams, Traz Messiah, DJ Adam Cruz, DJ Naeem Johnson, and DJ Raheem Roach.  For up-to-date information, call the hotline on 973-353-8046 or visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.    NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: August 17    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  August 17    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  August 17    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  August 17 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   August 17    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: August 17   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  August 17    Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE CAMPUS The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. August 17    Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -                 000Berkeley College Announces August EventsPress Release124487Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/13/201120117/13/201120117/13/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2> BERKELEY COLLEGE, MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS, AND SNOWBALL EXPRESS TAKE THEM OUT TO THE BALL GAME,</h2> <h2> CREATE SPECIAL MEMORIES FOR CHILDREN OF FALLEN U.S. SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN</h2> On Sunday, July 3, at Citifield in Flushing Meadow, NY, about 50 children of fallen U.S. service men and women gathered with their families to enjoy a holiday weekend baseball game between the Yankees and the Mets.  The “Snowflake event,” planned and coordinated by the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Mitchell Modell, President of Modell’s Sporting Goods, and Micki Sander, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Snowball Express, treated the families to a special day that included baseball signings and a meet and greet with the players. The youngsters met Yankees players Robinson Cano, Curtis Granderson, Andruw Jones, Mariano Rivera, and Alex Rodriguez, as well as team other notables including Michael Kay, Al Leiter, and John Sterling, Yankee announcers; Joe Girardi, Yankee manager; and Kim Jones, Yankee interviewer. In the Mets Press Room they met players Carlos Beltran, Chris Capuano, Dillon Gee, Jason Isringhausen, Daniel Murphy, Jon Niese, Bobby Parnell, Mike Pelfrey, Jose Reyes, and Francisco Rodriguez, and Mookie Wilson, Mets coach. Afterwards the group dined in the MoZone, and watched the 10-inning game from inside Modell’s clubhouse in far right field, next to the Mets’ bullpen (Mets won 3-2). Snowball Express is an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of our fallen military heroes. “We’re thrilled to be part of such a great event,” said Mr. Modell. “These kids went through such tragic losses. Just to see these kids smile is worth everything to us.” Micki Sander, Immediate Past Chairman, Snowball Express, is charged with bringing the children together for one- or two-day events. “These Snowflake events are important because the children really get to know each other on a personal level and get to connect with each other at the end of the day after the event is over,” said Mrs. Sander. “It was a privilege and an honor for Berkeley College to help bring lifetime good memories to these children and their families,” acknowledged Rich Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Berkeley College. “We are looking forward to   partnering again for next year.” <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngRKhQBQBxw">Click here</a> to enjoy a brief video of the Snowflake event held at Citifield Stadium. <a href="http://berkeleycollegealumni.blogspot.com/2010/12/q-with-micki-sander-54-helping-children.html">Click here</a> to see a Q and A with Micki Sander, Berkeley College alumna. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/citifieldstadium.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption:  One of the many notables signing baseballs at the Snowflake event held at Citifield Stadium in Flushing Meadow, NY, on Sunday, July 3, was Joe Girardi, New York Yankees Manager. Richard Robitaille, EdD, from the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Mitchell Modell, President of Modell’s Sporting Goods; and Micki Sander, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Snowball Express, planned and coordinated this “Snowflake event.”  Snowball Express is an organization dedicated to creating happy memories for the children of our fallen military heroes. End   000Berkeley College, Modell's Sporting Goods and Snowball Express Create Special MemoriesPress Release124438Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/11/201120117/11/201120117/11/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 11, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE MARKS 75 YEARS IN NEW YORK CITY DURING 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/newhouse.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recently celebrated 75 years in New York City in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of the College. Howard L. Newhouse, President Emeritus of the College and former Instructor of Business (pictured), was recognized during the event. The Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit also was unveiled. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of Berkeley College with what was happening globally. <img alt="" height="171" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/nyctimeline.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College recently celebrated 75 years in New York City in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of the College. Howard L. Newhouse, President Emeritus of the College and former Instructor of Business, was recognized during the event. The Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit also was unveiled. The wall-mounted panels – one for each decade since the 1930s – parallel the history of Berkeley College with what was happening globally. Left to right are Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Provost; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Stephanie Fells, Management, School of Business; Mr. Newhouse; Kristin Rowe, Campus Operating Officer, New York City Campus; Chris Christiansen, Assistant Chair, Management, School of Business; and Will Moya, Assistant Campus Operating Officer, New York City Campus. - end -000Berkeley College Marks 75 Years in New York City During 80th Anniversary CelebrationPress Release124425Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/8/201120117/8/201120117/8/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 7, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT RECEIVES AWARD IN AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS COMPETITION</h2> Christopher Dobles of Clifton, NJ, Berkeley College Class of 2012, Interior Design, has received an award for the entry he submitted in a student competition sponsored by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID).  Mr. Dobles received an award of $500 for the chair he designed and entered in the 2011 Samuel and Rhoda Chalfin Memorial Scholarship Competition for a seating product. “It takes perseverance,” said Mr. Dobles. “I was able to do this because my professor set aside his own time to help. He drew out our creativity. That inspired me to make an effort and design this award-winning chair.” Mr. Dobles anticipates graduating with his Associate’s degree next year. He seeks a career in the commercial design field, preferably working on large-scale projects.  Before returning to college, Mr. Dobles had been in the welding business for 11 years. Jason Lee, Faculty Liaison for the Berkeley College Student Chapter of NJASID, sets aside time each quarter to conduct special Student Workshops for students who wish to submit their work in competitions. Separate from the curriculum design work, here Berkeley College students receive personal encouragement and help to refine their ideas. “The student puts in a lot of effort,” says Instructor Lee. “But also gains experience, publicity, and the privilege of citing the entry on his or her resume,” The Berkeley College Interior Design program offers Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Interior Design, a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design Management, and beginning this fall, a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/idstudentcdobles.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Christopher Dobles, Berkeley College Class of 2012, Interior Design, pictured with the image that inspired “Klismos Evolved,” his award-winning chair design based on the original developed by the ancients Greeks.  Mr. Dobles received an award of $500 in the 2011 Samuel and Rhoda Chalfin Memorial Scholarship Competition student competition sponsored by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Design. - end - 000Berkeley College Interior Design Student Receives Award in American Society of Interior Designers CompetitionPress Release124424Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/8/201120117/8/201120117/8/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" undopositioned="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" up="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" update="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" viewportoffset="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" visible="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" visualeffect="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" wrap="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}" writeattribute="function(){var a=update([this],arguments);return __method.apply(null,a);}"> BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT RECEIVES AWARD IN AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGN COMPETITION</h2> Beata Matwiejczuk of Spring Valley, NY, Berkeley College Class of 2011, Interior Design, has received an award for the entry she submitted in a student competition sponsored by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (NJASID). Ms. Matwiejczuk received Honorable Mention in the 2011 Paul Gutkin Memorial Student Design Competition. On the day of the event participants were presented with a client profile. Students used their hand-drafting skills, space planning, and creativity to create a restorative plastic surgery office for women. “These competitions are good practice. This one resembles the NCIDQ national qualifying exam for state certification,” said Ms. Matwiejczuk. “You have to manage your time well; three hours is not much time to come up with a satisfying design that meets all of the criteria. Ms. Matwiejczuk returned to college to pursue her long-standing interest in interior design after the company she had been working for, a small remodeling firm, closed.  She expects to receive her Associate’s Degree at the end of this year. Jason Lee, Faculty Liaison for the Berkeley College Student Chapter of NJASID, sets aside time each quarter to conduct special Student Workshops for students who wish to submit their work in competitions. Separate from the curriculum design work, here Berkeley College students receive personal encouragement and help to refine their ideas. “The student puts in a lot of effort,” says Instructor Lee. “But also gains experience, publicity, and the privilege of citing the entry on his or her resume,” The Berkeley College Interior Design program offers Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Interior Design, a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design Management, and beginning this fall, a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/idstudentbeatam.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption: Beata Matwiejczuk of Spring Valley, NY, Berkeley College, Interior Design, has received Honorable Mention for the entry she submitted in a student competition sponsored by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Design (NJASID). - end - 000Berkeley College Interior Design Student Receives Award in American Society of Interior Designers CompetitionPress Release124276Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/28/201120116/28/201120116/28/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DONALD KIEFFER, PhD, AS DEAN, SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Donald Kieffer, PhD, as Dean, School of Liberal Arts. In this role Dr. Kieffer will oversee the implementation of the mission of the School of Liberal Arts. He will focus, in particular, on maintaining high standards in applicable skills such as reading, thinking, and writing and on deepening students’ appreciation of cultural differences. In addition, Dr. Kieffer has a strong interest in developing strategies to engage students in the classroom.  “Dr. Kieffer brings a diverse set of professional experiences, including psychology professor, academic administrator, and corporate trainer, which will serve him well in his new role,” said Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs.  Prior to joining Berkeley College, Dr. Kieffer spent nine years as the Chair of Humanities and Social Sciences at New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) in Warwick, RI. At NEIT he developed and taught a variety of applied psychology courses including Human Relations in the Workplace, The Psychology of Happiness, Developing Leadership in the Workplace, Marriage and Family, and The Psychology of Healthcare. Beyond his work as an NEIT Department Chair, Dr. Kieffer also has management experience serving as a director for several mental health clinics. Dr. Kieffer holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Dakota and a BA in Psychology from Clark University in Worcester, MA.  For more information on Dr. Kieffer go to <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Donald_Kieffer.htm">www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Donald_Kieffer.htm</a>. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="178" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/dkieffer.jpg" width="150" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently appointed Donald Kieffer, PhD, as Dean, School of Liberal Arts.    -end-     000Berkeley College Appoints Donald Kieffer, PhD, As Dean, School Of Liberal ArtsPress Release124253Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/201120116/24/201120116/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ABSTRACT ARTWORK BY ROBERT JOHN KEIBER    </h1>  PAINTINGS FROM THE HEART Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Robert John Keiber at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.  This exhibit will be on display from July 5 through August 31--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Mr. Keiber will present his “Big Hearts/ Little Hearts” exhibit, including Pop Heart, Pepsi Cola Heart, Loony Tune Heart, and Ghost Heart.  Mr. Keiber is a faculty member at Berkeley College, English Department, School of Liberal Arts, where he teaches Creativity and Communications, and is also Curator of the Midtown Campus Gallery.  Born in Jersey City, NJ, Mr. Keiber spent his early years in North Carolina where he obtained a BS in Art at East Carolina University and an MEd in Educational Communications from the University of North Carolina.  He has worked as a television studio artist, an art teacher/host in educational television, and an exhibiting artist.  A popular motivational speaker, Mr. Keiber uses his background as a stage and television actor, television producer and director, comedy writer, communications consultant, and coach to teach classes at Berkeley College.  He has also written a book, Fear is Good – a guide for using fear as energy in public speaking.  An accomplished artist, Mr. Keiber presently has studios in Yonkers, NY, and Lake Ariel, PA.  His abstract acrylics often feature vibrant colors and rough circular central forms, which he refers to as “spiritual hearts.”    Mr. Keiber’s solo exhibitions include three at Berkeley College -- “Hearts and Minds,” “Out of the Ashes,” and “Western Images.”  Other solo shows were held at the Raleigh Little Theater Gallery, Raleigh, NC; Tubac Center for the Arts, Tubac, AZ; and St. John’s Gallery, Wilmington, NC.  His group shows include St. John’s Gallery, Wilmington, NC; Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC; University of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC, and Westchester Center for the Arts, Mount Kisco, NY.  He received the International Creativity Award from Art Direction magazine.  For more information about this exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber directly at  <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.               <img alt="" height="225" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/robertkeiber_bighearts_littlehearts.jpg" width="300" />                                                                                                                     Photo Caption:   Pop Heart, an acrylic painting from Robert John Keiber’s exhibit on display at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn, from July 5 through August 31.                                                                                           - end -    000Berkeley College Presents Abstract Artwork by Robert John KeiberPress Release125087Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/201120118/15/201120118/15/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES GROWING BUSINESS AWARD   FROM MIDDLESEX COUNTY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/growing_business_award.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Kevin L. Luing, Board Chairman, Berkeley College (left) and Debra Mallamace, Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Middlesex Campus, receive the Growing Business Award from Frederick Alley, Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce Gala Planning Committee member, at the Growing Business Awards Dinner 2011. During the last five years the number of students at the Berkeley College Middlesex Campus grew 65% to 840 students; the number of faculty increased 38% to 146 faculty members; the number of online course enrollments increased more than six-fold to 454 courses; and new degree programs in the fields of Justice Studies – Criminal Justice; Health Services Administration; Health Services Administration – Medical Insurance, Billing and Coding; and Health Services Management; as well as Management with concentrations in Entrepreneurship, and Human Resource Administration, have opened up new career paths.  - end -000Berkeley College Receives Growing Business AwardPress Release124196Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/23/201120116/23/201120116/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT, ALUMNA RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS FROM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CLUB NJ <img alt="" height="136" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/icc_award.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The International Commerce Club NJ recently awarded scholarships to Berkeley College student Ine Hordvik (second from left) and Berkeley College alumna Michelle Defaz (not pictured), both of Manhattan, NY. The goal of the International Commerce Club is to foster international trade and development in the tri-state area. The women were awarded scholarships for the quality of their essays about homeland security and free trade agreements. It is the second consecutive year Ms. Defaz has received the scholarship. Ms. Hordvik is pursuing a degree in International Business at the Berkeley College New York City Campus. Ms. Defaz graduated with a degree in International Business from the New York City Campus in 2010. Also pictured (left to right) are Rahul Bedi, PhD, Berkeley College Associate Chair, Management, School of Business; John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Berkeley College Dean, School of Business; and Madeline Dielmann, Berkeley College Director of Business Development, Career Services. - end - 000Berkeley College Student, Alumna Receive Scholarships from International Commerce Club NJPress Release124188Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/22/201120116/22/201120116/22/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AN EXHIBIT OF PAINTINGS BY ERIN BUTLER</h1>   ‘ART TO LIBERATE THE HUMAN SPIRIT’ Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Erin Butler at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from July 5 through 29--Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.    Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Ms. Butler headed to New York City in the mid 70s to further her interest in art.  She immediately began sketching and visiting museums and galleries.  She studied at the Art Students League with painters Knox Martin, Richard Pousette-Dart, and Frank O’Cain, working in imagery, mixed media, and grassroots collaborative exhibitions.  An intriguing artist, Ms. Butler explains her work in this way.  “For me, art is about liberating the human spirit. What I’m really after is to interpret or evoke the fleeting, unnamable, almost heartbreaking emotion triggered by the deep mystery that is sometimes revealed in our everyday surroundings.”  Ms. Butler’s work is represented in private collections throughout the US and in Japan,  Korea, Germany, and Zimbabwe.  Her solo exhibitions include “Honoring Women’s History Month,” Joseph P. Addabbo Federal Building, Social Security Administration, Jamaica, NY; and “Erin Butler Araki” and “Homecoming,” John Spellman Library Gallery, Grays Harbor College, Aberdeen, WA.  Her group exhibitions include the Kingsborough Art Gallery, Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY; “Women’s Work,” Long Island City Artists, Long Island City, NY; “Due North from New York City,” Women in the Arts Foundation, EarUp! Gallery, New York, NY; and “Artists of Mudeung,” Kimdaejung Convention Center, Gwangju, Korea.     Ms. Butler’s professional affiliations include the Art Students League of New York (life member), Long Island City Arts, and Women in the Arts Foundation (Coordinating Board and Newsletter Editor).    For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="225" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/erinbutler_summerdream.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:   Summer Dream, from artist Erin Butler’s exhibit is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from July 5 through 29.                                                                                       - end -   000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibit of Paintings by Erin ButlerPress Release124174Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/21/201120116/21/201120116/21/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2011 Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey and New York.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> JULY EVENTS</h2> July 7, 14, 21, and 28 Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” – a series of free outdoor concerts held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Theater Square, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.  The concerts will feature the region’s best jazz, pop/rock, R&B, and world-renowned music artists.  Invited artists include Mauricio de Souza and Bossa Brasil, Percussivo Mundo Novo led by Mikael Mutti, DJ Lou Gorbea, and DJ Antonio Ocasio.  For up-to-date information, call the hotline on 973-353-8046 or visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.    NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>                                                                                  NEW YORK CAMPUSES   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  July 13-14 Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> July 20-21 Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>                                                                                               - end -       000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release124172Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/21/201120116/21/201120116/21/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT DARIO A. CORTES HONORED BY HISPANIC BUSINESS COUNCIL Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, was honored at the 20th Annual Scholarship Gala of the Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of New Jersey (HBCSF) for his efforts in advancing the educational and personal aspirations of Hispanic students and youth across New Jersey. “I commend the efforts of the Hispanic Business Council and so many others who support the education of our young people who one day will be our leaders,” said Dr. Cortes when he spoke at the gala. “Efforts to support furthering the education of Latinos through initiatives such as the ‘Es el Momento’ partnership between the Univision and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, serve not only the Hispanic population, but all of America. And each of us must do our part. At Berkeley College, we promote lifelong learning and helping all generations of Latinos better understand the value of higher education.” Dr. Cortes serves on the Latino Business Council for Univision, as well as on the Council of Presidential Advisors for One to World, an organization that brings together people around the world to promote cross-cultural understanding and break down prejudice. He noted that the Berkeley College website has key pages translated into Spanish, as well as a Financial Literacy program accessible in several languages.  Dr. Cortes urged the scholarship recipients attending the gala to further their studies, noting that many in former years have gone on to complete their graduate studies.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/hispanic_business_award.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Dario A. Cortes, Berkeley College President and Honoree (second from left) joins Lisa Mateo, WPIX Morning News Features Reporter (far left); Saara Marte, Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of New Jersey Vice President; and Hector Banegas, Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of New Jersey President, at the 20th Annual Scholarship Gala of the Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of New Jersey. - end -000Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes Honored by Hispanic Business CouncilPress Release124170Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/21/201120116/21/201120116/21/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE JUSTICE STUDIES STUDENTS LEND A HAND AT GREENBURGH MUNICIPAL COURT After several months of planning, the town of Greenburgh recently announced a “first-of-its-kind” partnership with Berkeley College that will benefit both the township and students seeking to gain experience in their field of study. Berkeley College students will spend their time as interns helping the township municipal court address a tremendous backlog of tickets and administrative paperwork.  “This is a great new beginning,” said Alan Hochberg, Chairman of the Citizens Budget Committee. “With the aid of the federal work-study program and Berkeley College, students pursuing degrees in the field of Justice Studies are serving their internships by working with our judges and court administrator to process a backlog of 100,000 summonses.”  At a news conference announcing the partnership, Paul Feiner, Greenburgh Town Supervisor, said that in addition to addressing a serious problem facing the court, the partnership will generate much-need revenue without incurring additional cost.  Stuart Siegman, Berkeley College Director of Career Services, New York, applauded the partnership. “What a tremendous opportunity for these students to gain practical experience,” he said. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/GreenburghInterns.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: As a result of a partnership between Greenburgh and Berkeley College, students will spend their time as interns helping the township municipal court address a tremendous backlog of tickets and administrative paperwork. Left to right are Stuart Siegman, Berkeley College Director of Career Services, New York; Berkeley College Justice Studies students Tiffany Seote of Mount Vernon, Daisy Chavez of Port Chester and Konti Markvuaja of Cross River; Arlene Gordon-Oliver, Greenburgh Town Justice; and Paul Feiner, Greenburgh Town Supervisor. - end -000Berkeley College Justice Studies Students Lend a Hand at Greenburgh Municipal CourtPress Release124142Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/17/201120116/17/201120116/17/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RAISES MORE THAN $4,300 TO HELP VICTIMS OF EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI IN JAPAN <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/japan_relief_check_photo.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College community raised $4,344, including a match from the College, to aid the people of Japan as they continue to rebuild their lives and communities following a devastating March earthquake and tsunami. The proceeds will be divided between the American Red Cross; the Japan Society; the New York City’s Mayor’s Fund; and Save the Children. Pictured left to right are Nicole Luthman, Berkeley College Coordinator, Student Development and Campus Life; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; and Motoatsu Sakurai, President of the Japan Society. - end -000Berkeley College Raises More Than $4,300 to Help Victims of Earthquake and Tsunami in JapanPress Release123901Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/3/201120116/3/201120116/3/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 3, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MILITARY DURING CEREMONY AT GARRET MOUNTAIN CAMPUS Berkeley College recently held a Memorial Day ceremony at the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park to remember those who gave their lives in the service of our nation. The ceremony also honored the many veterans who are part of the faculty, staff, and student body of the College. “We are grateful to these heroes whose service to our nation secures our country’s existence every day,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “Today is an opportunity to share with our children, friends, and colleagues that these heroes are the soul and spirit of what has kept America strong for more than two hundred years.” Donald Cirulli, Borough Administrator of Ho-Ho-Kus, addressed the attendees. Mr. Cirulli is a veteran of the Army National Guard. “We have freedom of religion, freedom of the press, freedom of speech, freedom to assemble, the right to a fair trial, and the right to vote,” said Mr. Cirulli. “All of these things and more are possible and remain possible because of the American men and women who have served their country in the military, and especially because of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.” The ceremony featured the reading of an original poem by Berkeley College student veteran Jeremiah Carnes of South River, as well as a reading of the list of fallen New Jersey soldiers. Berkeley College also presented a donation to the Welcome Home Vets Fund of New Jersey, a nonprofit that seeks to meet the needs of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as their families. Following the ceremony, attendees were invited to an outdoor cookout at the campus. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/memorialday1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Soldiers look on during a Memorial Day ceremony held at the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park. <img alt="" height="264" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/memorialday2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B (L to R): George T. Hanley, Esq, Chairman of Welcome Home Vets Fund of New Jersey; guest speaker Donald Cirulli, Borough Administrator of Ho-Ho-Kus; Richard Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs; Rachel Hodgson, Berkeley College Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; and Jeremiah Carnes, Berkeley College student veteran.   - end -     000Berkeley College Honors Military During Ceremony at Garret Mountain CampusPress Release123732Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/25/201120115/25/201120115/25/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN NEW YORK    <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/bestplacesny.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Karen Carpentieri, Vice President, Human Resources, Berkeley College, accepts the award naming Berkeley College one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York from Richard Cutting-Miller, Vice President of Membership for The Business Council of New York. The program is an initiative of The New York State Society for Human Resource Management and Best Companies Group.   -end-       000Berkeley College Named One of the Best Places to Work For in New YorkPress Release123688Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/24/201120115/24/201120115/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents ‘Angry Art’ –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Thought-Provoking Abstract Paintings by Robert John Keiber    </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Robert John Keiber at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from June 1 through 30--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, June 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.    Mr. Keiber is Professor of Communications at Berkeley College and Curator of the Midtown Campus Gallery.  Born in Jersey City, NJ, Mr. Keiber spent his early years in North Carolina where he obtained a BS in Art at East Carolina University and an MEd in Educational Communications from the University of North Carolina.  He has worked as a television studio artist, an art teacher/host in educational television, and an exhibiting artist.  A popular motivational speaker, Keiber uses his background as a stage and television actor, television producer and director, comedy writer, communications consultant, and coach to teach classes at Berkeley College.  He has also written a book, Fear is Good – a guide for using fear as energy in public speaking.  An accomplished artist, Mr. Keiber presently has studios in Yonkers, NY, and Lake Ariel, PA.  His abstract acrylics often feature vibrant colors and rough circular central forms.  The artist has selected a theme for his exhibit which is bound to entice potential attendees:  “Angry Art (They Know What You’re Thinking).”  As he explains it, “After years of curating and exhibiting art, I have overheard many strong opinions voiced by exhibit attendees.  So I have produced a series of varied abstract paintings across which are scrawled various captions of what the paintings might say back to a non-admirer.” Mr. Keiber’s solo exhibitions include three at Berkeley College -- “Hearts and Minds,” “Out of the Ashes,” and “Western Images.”  Other solo shows were held at the Raleigh Little Theater Gallery, Raleigh, NC; Tubac Center for the Arts, Tubac, AZ; and St. John’s Gallery, Wilmington, NC.  His group shows include St. John’s Gallery, Wilmington, NC; Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC; University of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC, and Westchester Center for the Arts, Mount Kisco, NY.  He received the International Creativity Award from Art Direction magazine.  For more information about this exhibit, please e-mail Mr. Keiber directly at  <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="225" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/robertKeiber_icanhearyou.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption:   I Can Hear You, You Know, an acrylic painting from Robert John Keiber’s exhibit entitled “Angry Art (They Know What You’re Thinking)” on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from June 1 through 30.                                                                                                     - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Angry Art' - Thought Provoking Abstract Paintings by Robert John KeiberPress Release123661Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/23/201120115/23/201120115/23/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS BUSINGYE MATSIKO-ANDAN AS NEW YORK ALUMNA OF THE YEAR <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/alumnusny.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): Judith Kornberg, PhD, Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Busingye Matsiko-Andan of Newark, 2011 New York Alumna of the Year; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board. Ms. Matsiko-Andan, a 2004 graduate of the Berkeley College New York City Campus, is Executive Director of The Global Syndicate, an organization that addresses gaps in education, health and economic inequality worldwide. She was honored at the 2011 Berkeley College Commencement ceremony, held Friday, April 29, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Busingye Matsiko-Andan as New York Alumna of the YearPress Release123660Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/23/201120115/23/201120115/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS EDUARDO PEREZ AS NEW JERSEY ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/alumnusnj.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, Berkeley College Dean, School of Business; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Eduardo Perez of Elizabeth, 2011 New Jersey Alumnus of the Year; and Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board. Mr. Perez, a 1999 graduate of the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, is Chief Financial Officer of Lacoste USA. He was honored at the 2011 Berkeley College Commencement ceremony, held Friday, April 29, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Eduardo Perez as New Jersey Alumnus of the YearPress Release123614Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/19/201120115/19/201120115/19/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE JUSTICE STUDIES STUDENTS LEARN FROM REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE Students from the Berkeley College Justice Studies program recently went on an evening field trip to the White Plains police and fire practice grounds.  There they observed demonstrations by specially trained police officers of a felony car stop, an apartment building assault, and canine-officer team searches. The event became an eye-opening real-world learning experience for the Police Administration class. “Seeing the amount of skill and discipline the officers had in the demonstration was very interesting to me,” said Tiffani Donegan, Berkeley College student.  “Being part of a SWAT team takes a lot of discipline to plan and execute missions.” The demonstrations were arranged by Berkeley College instructor David Chong, Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety in White Plains, NY. As the drama unfolded, officers described the background scenarios, decision-making rationale, and objective of each assignment. “I was amazed to find out that the training never stops,” said student Yeama Charley. “There is a lot more to police officers than just a gun and a badge. There are different fields and different training an individual goes through to be trusted with protection of society.” “In every situation the officers’ primary concern is maintaining or restoring safety for the public as well as the officers and offenders,” said Commissioner Chong.  “Using their specialized training and experience and staying in close communication with one another, well-trained officers must assess, decide and act – sometimes in split seconds – according to an organized plan they have established to address that particular situation.  All this occurs while keeping foremost in their minds the safety of all involved.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The Website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/wst_cj_field.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Berkeley College Justice Studies students listen to an officer during a real-life learning experience arranged by their Police Administration course instructor, David Chong, Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety in White Plains, NY. - end - 000Berkeley College Justice Studies Students Learn from Real-World ExperiencePress Release123568Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/17/201120115/17/201120115/17/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> JUNE EVENTS</h2> June 23 and 30 Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” – a series of free outdoor concerts held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Theater Square, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.  The concerts will feature the region’s best jazz, pop/rock, R&B, and world-renowned music artists.  “Sounds of the City” kicks off June 23 with a tribute to Michael Jackson; invited artists are still being confirmed for future events.  For up-to-date information, call the hotline on 973-353-8046 or visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.    NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park:  June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  June 8 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  June 8   Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE CAMPUS The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. June 8   Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  All will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. Berkeley College will host a Virtual Accounting Information Session from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.   Interested parties can speak with a faculty member and find out about the possibilities a Berkeley Accounting degree may provide.  For more information, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                      - end -           000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release123581Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/17/201120115/18/201120115/18/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY,  MAY 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS WITH COLLEGES NATIONWIDE IN THE 11TH ANNUAL RECYCLEMANIA COMPETITION TO HELP REDUCE CAMPUS WASTE Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined with 630 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 11th Annual RecycleMania competition. This was the first year that Berkeley College participated in the initiative that serves as a benchmarking tool for college and university recycling programs. Over a 10-week period, schools reported recycling and trash data to the RecycleMania organizers and were ranked according to who collected the largest amount of recyclables per capita, the largest amount of total recyclables, the least amount of trash per capita, and the highest recycling rate. Berkeley College participated in the Benchmark Division of the national program and also engaged in an inter-campus competition.   “RecycleMania provided a great opportunity for the Berkeley community to engage in recycling and waste reduction,” said Jeffrey Ehalt, Berkeley College Director of Operations and Interim Director of Sustainability. “These environmentally friendly practices now will be carried with each person throughout his or her life at home, school and work.” At the end of the 10-week period, Berkeley College had increased its recycling by 5.3 percent with 7.84 pounds of recycled material collected per person. That included 4.55 pounds of cardboard and 3.29 pounds of bottles and cans per person. According to the RecycleMania organizers, this year’s national efforts resulted in the recovery of “91 million pounds of recyclables and organic materials, which prevented the release of nearly 270 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2E). This reduction in greenhouse gases is equivalent to the annual emissions from more than 52.8 million passenger cars; electricity use of more than 32.7 million homes; or the burning of nearly 1.5 million railcars’ worth of coal.”  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/recyclemaniagmt.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students, staff and faculty joined with 630 college communities nationwide in reducing waste during the 11th Annual RecycleMania competition. Berkeley College participated in the Benchmark Division of the campaign and also held an inter-campus competition. The Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ, dramatically reduced its waste and earned a Berkeley College “Campus Champion for Waste Reduction” Award. Pictured with the award are Linda Pinsky-Mauro, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Garret Mountain Campus, and Mark Wagener, Berkeley College Vice President of Operations.   -end- 000Berkeley College Joins Colleges Nationwide in Reducing Campus WastePress Release123462Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/11/201120115/11/201120115/11/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MORE THAN 1,400 STUDENTS RECEIVE DIPLOMAS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 29, to support Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement ceremony of the Class of 2011.   More than 1,400 students from Berkeley College campuses in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online, received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees. Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, congratulated the students and told them that they are joining the ranks of the more than 30,000 alumni who have received degrees from Berkeley College.  “This year Berkeley College is celebrating 80 years of changing lives – the lives of students who came to us to earn a degree in search of a better and more prosperous future,” Dr. Cortes said.  “This is just the beginning of your journey,” he told the graduates. “These are uncertain economic times, the world that you are entering is at a critical juncture, but we know that you are well equipped and we have great confidence in your ability to be successful citizens and to compete in the 21st century.”  The members of the graduating class are employed in hundreds of companies including AT&T, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Bank of America, and Verizon.  New Jersey Congressman Donald M. Payne and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. addressed graduates at the ceremony. Both speakers were awarded honorary Doctorate of Civil Law degrees.  In addition, an honorary Doctorate of Pedagogy degree was awarded to Walter A. Brower, EdD, Berkeley College Trustee Emeritus.  During his commencement address, Congressman Payne said that he was “proud to support the mission of Berkeley College that for 80 years has provided unique educational opportunities for non-traditional students.” The Congressman congratulated the graduates and described them as “distinguished men and women” who refused to allow challenges to get in the way of achieving a college degree.  In addressing the graduates, Borough President Diaz encouraged them to go out and make a difference in their communities.  “Berkeley has equipped you with the ammunition needed to take the world by storm. If you put your mind to it, if you work hard, everything you want and set your mind to you can achieve,” Borough President Diaz said.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/commgroup.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 133px" /> Photo Caption A (L to R): Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College; Donald M. Payne, New Jersey Congressman; Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board; and Ruben Diaz Jr., Bronx Borough President. Congressman Payne and Borough President Diaz, who received honorary Doctor of Civil Law degrees from Berkeley College, addressed the graduates during the 2011 Commencement Ceremony held on April 29 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/2011graduates.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 133px" /> Photo Caption B:  Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on April 29, to support Berkeley College graduates at the Commencement ceremony of the Class of 2011. More than 1,400 students from Berkeley College campuses in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online, received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees.                                                                                               -end-    000More Than 1,400 Students Receive Diplomas From Berkeley CollegePress Release123404Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/10/201120115/10/201120115/10/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES “BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY” AWARD <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/bestplacenj2011.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Dario A Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, and Karen Carpentieri, Vice President of Human Resources, celebrate at the Best Places to Work in New Jersey award reception. This is the sixth year in which Berkeley College has received the honor. The award program, produced by NJBIZ and sponsored by Gibbons, P.C. and Novo Nordisk, is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in New Jersey, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce and businesses.   - end - 000Berkeley College Receives Best Places to Work in New Jersey AwardPress Release120463Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/27/201120114/27/201120114/27/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE AND BROOKLYN COMMUNITY CELEBRATE CAMPUS OPENING More than 100 dignitaries, business and civic leaders from the Brooklyn community celebrated the grand opening of the Brooklyn Campus of Berkeley College located at 255 Duffield Street (off Fulton) in downtown Brooklyn on Friday, April 15. Honored guest speaker, Marty Markowitz, President, Borough of Brooklyn, said, “If you’re a college whose specialty is business education, you couldn’t ask for a better place to be than Downtown Brooklyn. For business students, the world right outside Berkeley College’s doors is like a living classroom. Just look at all the activity in the hospitality industry on Duffield Street—with the Sheraton Brooklyn New York and, coming soon, the Aloft Hotel and the 718 Hotel. So no matter how you look at it, for a college like Berkeley, the place to be right here, right now, is Brooklyn. And I know that for Berkeley, the next 80 years will be even better than the first!” Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College, described the efforts that went into establishing the new campus and acknowledged all of those who helped to bring about this day of celebration in such a short amount of time.  “Today we have more than 500 students taking classes at the Brooklyn Campus,” said Dr. Cortes. “Berkeley College will continue to support community and business associations and the next generation of Brooklyn citizens who can benefit from Berkeley’s outstanding record of educating and changing lives for 80 years.” “We are extremely proud of being able to do our part in addressing the higher education needs of the Brooklyn Community and the larger New York City metro area here at this campus in this wonderful state-of-the-art facility,” said Conrad I. Walker, Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus Operating Officer.  Following the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony the 80th Anniversary Berkeley College Legacy Timeline Exhibit was unveiled, which is now on permanent display at the Brooklyn Campus. The 9-panel Legacy Exhibit traces the 80-year Berkeley College history from its inception with The Berkeley Schools in East Orange, NJ, in 1931 and the Graybar Building near Grand Central Station, NY, in 1936, until today. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="137" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/surprisebbkribboncutting.jpg" width="200" /> Photo by Kathryn Kirk Photo Caption: Participants in the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus at 255 Duffield Street in downtown Brooklyn are(left to right): Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Provost, Berkeley College; Beth Coyle, EdD, Senior VP Administration; Kevin L. Luing, Chairman of the Board, Berkeley College; Timothy D. Luing, Trustee, Berkeley College; Conrad I. Walker, Campus Operating Officer, Brooklyn Campus, Berkeley College; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President, Berkeley College;Michael Burke, Executive Director, Downtown Brooklyn Partnership;Hon. Marty Markowitz, President, Borough of Brooklyn;Carl Hum, President, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce;Tyrone Woods, Community Liaison, Office of  NYC Council Member Albert Vann; Cynthia Rubino, Vice President Government Relations, NY, Berkeley College;Allan Joseph, Special Assistant, Office of Congressman Edolphus Towns;and Oscar Jonas, Community Liaison, Office of NYS Senator Velmanette Montgomery, 18th District. 000Berkeley College and Brooklyn Community Celebrate Campus OpeningPress Release115272Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/21/201120114/21/201120114/21/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> AN EXHIBIT OF JAPANESE PAINTING AND CALLIGRAPY </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  BY ARTIST ROSE SIGAL-IBSEN    </h1>   Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Rose Sigal-Ibsen at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from May 2 through 31--Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, May 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    Born in Romania, Ms. Sigal-Ibsen and her family migrated to Israel after World War II, and moved to the US in 1957.  She found work as an enamelist and studied jewelry design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, receiving many design awards.  In 1979, she began studying Sumi paintings at the KoHo School of Sumi-e in New York and Chinese brushwork at the Zhejiang Academy in China.    “Why did I, an enamelist, become a calligrapher?” Ms. Sigal-Ibsen says.  “I really don’t know.  When I went to China to study, something happened in my heart---the brush, the paper, and I have become one spirit.”  She embraced calligraphy and was considered a peer by contemporary masters like C. C. Wang and Wang Fangyu.  The artist has had several exhibitions in the US and abroad, and won recognition for both her paintings and her calligraphy.  These exhibitions include the Steinhardt Conservatory, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, New York; the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, DC, and Gallery Korea, New York.  She has also exhibited at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, China; the China National Academy of Fine Arts, Hangzhou, China; and the Zhejiang Academy, China.  She has received many awards for her work, including an Award of Excellence in Calligraphy from Kampo Cultural Center, New York, and an Award of Merit from Manhattan Arts magazine.  Ms. Sigal-Ibsen’s professional affiliations include the American Society of Contemporary Artists, the New York Artists Equity, and the Sumi-e Society, New York Metropolitan  Chapter.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="375" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/rosesigalibsen_nothingness.jpg" width="250" /> Photo Caption:   Nothingness, from artist Rose Sigal-Ibsen’s exhibit of Japanese paintings and calligraphy, is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from May 2 through 31.                                                                                    - end -       000Berkeley College Presents an Exhibit of Japanese Painting and Calligraphy by Artist Rose Sigal-IbsenPress Release115266Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/21/201120114/21/201120114/21/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   NEW JERSEY CONGRESSMAN AND BRONX BOROUGH PRESIDENT TO ADDRESS BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATES AT 2011 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College, is pleased to announce that New Jersey Congressman Donald M. Payne and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. will address graduates at the Berkeley College 2011 Commencement Ceremony. Each speaker will receive an honorary degree at the ceremony that will take place Friday, April 29, 2011, at the IZOD Center, 50 Route 120 in East Rutherford, NJ.  Approximately 1,400 students from Berkeley College campuses in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online will receive Baccalaureate or Associate degrees at this year’s Commencement. Walter A. Brower, EdD, Berkeley College Trustee Emeritus, will be recognized with an honorary degree during the ceremony.  “As we celebrate Berkeley College’s 80 years of changing lives, we recognize the legacy of leadership that is our history,” Dr. Cortes said. “We are honored that Congressman Donald M. Payne and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. will share their experiences, which reflect the belief that education is a critical component of lifelong success.”  Congressman Payne, a native of Newark and New Jersey’s first African American Congressman, was elected to a 12th term in 2010. He serves as Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, and is a senior member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Mr. Diaz is a lifelong resident of the Bronx, and was elected as Bronx Borough President in April 2009. He previously served seven years in the State Legislature representing the 85th Assembly District. During his seven terms in the State Legislature, Mr. Diaz was a champion for working families in the Bronx.                                                                             A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/dpayne.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 226px" /> Photo Caption A:New Jersey Congressman Donald M. Payne will address students during the Berkeley College 2011 Commencement Ceremony to be held on Friday, April 29 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/rdiaz.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 225px" /> Photo Caption B: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. will address students during the Berkeley College 2011 Commencement Ceremony to be held on Friday, April 29 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford.   -end-  000NJ Congressman And Bronx Borough President To Speak At Berkeley College CommencementPress Release114854Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/20/201120114/20/201120114/20/20112011 Berkeley College Offers BFA Degree in Interior Design   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE TO OFFER BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE IN INTERIOR DESIGN AT PARAMUS CAMPUS IN NEW JERSEY</h2> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it will begin offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Interior Design at the Paramus Campus in Bergen County, NJ. The new program is accepting enrollment for the Fall Quarter, which begins in September. The studio-based curriculum was developed by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department faculty with student and graduate input, based on clearly defined student learning outcomes.  Students with a BFA degree in Interior Design are prepared for careers in areas including residential or commercial interior design; exhibit design; design management; and merchandising and retail display management. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of interior designers is expected to grow 19 percent from 2008-2018, faster than the average for all occupations. Transfer students who hold two-year degrees or have successfully completed the appropriate undergraduate courses in interior design are eligible to have those courses considered for application toward a BFA degree in Interior Design or a BS degree in Interior Design Management. “The Berkeley College Interior Design program puts rigorous focus on areas sought by career professionals in today’s marketplace including sustainability, lighting, codes and regulations, and space planning. The program also includes the latest technology support and in-depth design analyses of both the commercial and residential environments,” said Kevin Byrne, ASID, Berkeley College Chair, Interior Design, School of Professional Studies. “Berkeley College Interior Design graduates are successful because of the quality and commitment of our faculty, who add tremendous value to their teaching with their extensive professional experience.” “Offering this new degree is consistent with the mission of Berkeley College to provide quality, student-centered professional education,” says Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “This BFA degree in Interior Design will put Berkeley College graduates on the fast track to earning professional state and licensing certifications.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -     000Berkeley College Offers BFA Degree in Interior DesignPress Release114418Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/18/201120114/18/201120114/18/20112011 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2011     BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <h2 style="text-align: center"> MAY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: May 3   Legal and Criminal Justice Career Network:  If you’re interested in a career in the legal or criminal justice field, attend this event and learn about the types of courses Berkeley College offers, its unique internships, and the many organizations that hire Berkeley graduates.  The program includes a panel of industry professionals and alumni, and a chance to meet with faculty, administrators, and admissions counselors.  The event is free and runs from 9:30 am to noon (approximately).  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OHW, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 14 Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place atBerkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  May 14       Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE CAMPUS The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. May 14       Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. May 18 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   - end -       000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release113002Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/8/201120114/8/201120114/8/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS ‘CHANGE IN BROOKLYN’ – ART EXHIBITION AT NEW CAMPUS IN BROOKLYN </h1> Berkeley College is pleased to announce its “Change in Brooklyn” exhibition at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn. More than 50 original works of art were submitted by Brooklyn artists. About half of these were accepted for the exhibit and competition. The opening artists’ reception of the “Change in Brooklyn” exhibit will be held on Friday, April 15, at 5:30 pm. According to Robert Keiber, Berkeley College Curator, the selected works reflect a diverse range of styles. “I am impressed with the number of excellent artists in Brooklyn, and I hope to spotlight many of them with solo shows throughout the year at both the Brooklyn Campus and New York City Midtown Campus galleries,” he said. The call for entries of original artwork for the exhibit was open to all Brooklyn artists over the age of 18 working in traditional media (oil, acrylic, and watercolor). Photography and computer generated art were also accepted.  The pieces had to be at least 24” x 36” framed.  The first place award is a solo show at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017.  Second and third prizes are a two-person show at the same location.    A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="165" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/long_meadow_nick_savides.jpg" width="250" /> Photo Caption:“ Long Meadow,” by Brooklyn artist Nick Savides, is one of the more than two dozen works on display as part of the “Change in Brooklyn” exhibition at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street (off Fulton Street). An artists’ reception will be held Friday, April 15, at 5:30 pm.                                                                                   - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Change in Brooklyn'Press Release113000Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/8/201120114/8/201120114/8/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RANKED AMONG BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN NEW YORK  Berkeley College recently was named one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York for 2011. “Berkeley College is honored to be recognized as a dynamic workplace during our 80th anniversary year,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “Our anniversary theme is ‘Changing Lives for 80 Years.’ This award acknowledges that the College not only changes the lives of its students, but also the lives of the associates and faculty members who find fulfillment in their work.”  The awards program, created in 2007, is produced by the New York State Society for Human Resource Management and Best Companies Group, an independent company that manages Best Places to Work programs. The program is sponsored by Jackson Lewis, LLP.  The Best Companies to Work for in New York program recognizes 50 companies in two groups, depending on number of employees. The award was designed around the idea that happy employees make for good business and drive the state’s economy.  “The benefits offered by Berkeley College to our more than 800 associates help us to attract and keep the best faculty and staff,” said Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources. “Some of these benefits include waiving tuition at Berkeley College for associates and their dependents; an associate referral incentive program; a Healthy Living Wellness Program; a flexible spending account for out-of-pocket expenses; pet insurance; and a paid time-off policy to help balance work and family life.”    Berkeley College will be honored at the Best Companies to Work for in New York awards dinner on Thursday, May 5, at the Albany Marriott.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  - end - 000Berkeley College Ranked Among Best Companies to Work for in New YorkPress Release112961Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/5/201120114/5/201120114/5/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     TELEVISION PERSONALITY AND PROFESSIONAL PANEL SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE BUSINESS FORUM A panel of business professionals and THIRTEEN (PBS) broadcaster Steve Adubato, PhD, recently shared their experiences with hundreds of high school students at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum. The forum was held March 30 at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ.  “The Berkeley College Business Forum allows students to hear from professionals who have been successful in many different fields,” said Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President of High School and Community Outreach. “We hope the students will be inspired to think outside the box and be passionate about pursuing careers in business.”  Dr. Adubato is an Emmy Award-winning anchor for THIRTEEN (PBS) and a columnist for the Star-Ledger. His keynote address to the high school students focused on staying strong in the face of adversity.  “It’s not what happens to you that matters, but how you choose to respond,” Dr. Adubato said. “Promise yourself no one will define your destiny. The only way you lose is if you choose to quit.”  The students also had the opportunity to ask questions of Berkeley College alumni who work in the fashion and entertainment sectors. Panelists included Jennifer Silano Foy, Co-Founder and President of eFashionSolutions, and Adair Curtis, Vice President of Communications at RUSH Communications.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/businessforuma.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 133px" /> Photo Caption A: Steve Adubato, PhD, anchor for THIRTEEN (PBS), addresses high school students at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/businessforumb.jpg" style="width: 200px; height: 133px" />  Photo Caption B: A panel of professionals addressed high school students at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Left to right are Adair Curtis, Vice President of Communications at RUSH Communications; Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President of High School and Community Outreach; and Jennifer Silano Foy, Co-Founder and President of eFashionSolutions. Mr. Curtis and Ms. Silano Foy are Berkeley College alumni. - end -000Business Professionals Share Experiences with Students at Berkeley College Business ForumPress Release112942Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201120114/1/201120114/1/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE NEWARK CAMPUS HOSTS THE PARENT UNIVERSITY PROGRAM Berkeley College recently hosted the kickoff event for The Parent University program in Newark, NJ. The program, initiated by TEAM Charter Schools, equips parents with the skills and resources they need to help their children succeed in school. A series of free classes organized around the arts, advocacy and awareness will be offered at the Berkeley College Newark Campus from February to May. “Parents are our biggest allies,” said Tia Morris, Chief Community Officer, TEAM Charter Schools, at the kickoff event. “This collaborative effort follows a model that was successful in cities such as Boston and Philadelphia. It is the committee of parents who have done whatever they can to bring this program to fruition for the success of our children.”  Maureen Daily-Barnett, Co-Chair of the Parent Committee, has raised two children who have gone on to college, and is parent to a third student in the Newark school system. “It has been an amazing year for me as a parent,” said Ms. Daily-Barnett. “We need every school in the City to be represented through this program.”  “Early success in school and in life means continued success of these same parents and students in college and beyond,” said Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus. “Research has shown that parents can increase a child’s academic success in school and in life through their involvement with schools and communities. Effective parent involvement improves student morale, attitudes and academic achievement across all subject areas. Even if you are not a parent, Berkeley College encourages you to become involved with The Parent University program.”  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="161" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2011_photos/ParentUniversity.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently hosted the kickoff event for The Parent University program, which equips parents with the skills and resources they need to help their children succeed in school. Among the speakers at the event were (left to right) Stan Holland, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus; Tia Morris, Chief Community Officer, TEAM Charter Schools; and Ryan Hill, Founder and Director, TEAM Charter Schools. - end - 000Berkeley College Newark Campus Hosts The Parent University ProgramPress Release112902Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/28/201120113/28/201120113/28/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE INDUCTED INTO  JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION  WALK HALL OF FAME  <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/jdrf_hall_of_fame2011.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently was inducted into the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) of Northern New Jersey and Rockland County Walk Hall of Fame for its contribution in fundraising more than $163,000 in recent years. Pictured are Annette Long, Vice President, Administration (left); and Ed Hughes, EdD, Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life (right); who received the Hall of Fame Blue Ribbon Medal on behalf of Berkeley College from Douglas Rouse, JDRF Executive Director. Ms. Long and Dr. Hughes played key roles in planning and organizing Berkeley College walking teams.    - end - 000JDRF Inducts Berkeley College into Walk Hall of FamePress Release112865Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/24/201120113/24/201120113/24/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  WOMEN IN POWER SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AT 3RD ANNUAL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PANEL AT BERKELEY COLLEGE  <img alt="" height="143" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/panel1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently hosted the 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Panel in conjunction with Women’s History Month. Four distinguished leaders spoke to Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and community members about the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in power. Left to right are Gail Gordon, Political Strategist/Fundraiser; Kathleen A. Donovan, Bergen County Executive; Assemblywoman Elease Evans (D-35th); Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose (R-24th); and Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs. - end - 000Women in Power Share Their Experiences at 3rd Annual Women's Leadership Panel at Berkeley CollegePress Release112863Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/24/201120113/24/201120113/24/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents ‘Nature’s Spirit’ –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Acrylic Paintings by Helaine Soller   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Helaine Soller at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  This exhibit will be on display from April 4 through 30--Monday through Friday--from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, April 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    Ms. Soller was born and raised in Queens, and attended Pratt Institute (BFA in Advertising Design) and Queens College (MS in Art Education).   She continued her education at the New School, studying under artist Jacob Lawrence, and in master classes with artists Jerome Witkin and Eric Fischl. Awarded a 2008 Individual Artist Initiative from Queens Council on the Arts, Ms. Soller has shown her artwork in 16 solo exhibitions and more than 95 group exhibitions nationally.  Exhibits of her work are included in the Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division; the National Museum of Women in the Arts archives; and the National Museum of Women in the Arts web directory.  She is a board member of the Women in the Arts Foundation and a member of the National Association of Women Artists. The artist’s solo exhibitions include “Water Environments:  Lotus, Water Lilies, and Taro,” at the Galleries, New York, NY (2011); “Paintings of Parks and People Parks,” Joseph P. Addabbo Federal Building, Jamaica, NY (2010); “Paintings of Water Environments,” Riverview Exhibition Space, Long Island City, NY (2010); and “Yaddo Gardens,” City Hall Gallery, Saratoga Springs, NY (2007).  The theme of this exhibit is “Water Environments,” an expressionist series of acrylic paintings focusing on an intimate view of nature, emphasizing abstract qualities of color, shape, and patterns of light.  The water plants and reflective water elements become metaphors as symbols of renewal, endurance, strength, and peace.  Ms. Soller says, “By emphasizing the beauty and drama of natural forms, and interpreting environments unfolding at a moment in time, these paintings seek to incorporate awareness of nature into everyday environments.” For more information about Ms. Soller, visit <a href="http://www.helainesoller.com/">www.helainesoller.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/helaine_soller.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   This painting from “Water Environments,” one of a series of acrylic paintings from artist Helaine Soller’s exhibit entitled “Nature’s Spirit,” is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from April 4 through 30.                                                                                     - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Nature's Spirit' - Acrylic Paintings by Helaine SollerPress Release112840Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/22/201120113/22/201120113/22/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2011  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1>  </h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents ‘Change in Brooklyn’ –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Art Exhibition Call for Entries   </h1> Berkeley College is pleased to announce its “Change in Brooklyn” exhibition at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn.  The call for entries of original artwork is open to all Brooklyn artists.  All artists must be over the age of 18 working in traditional media (oil, acrylic, and watercolor), with photography and computer generated art also accepted.  The pieces must be at least 24” x 36” framed.  The submission deadline is Friday, April 1, with artwork to be judged by a panel of three professionals from the field of fine art and design.  First, second, and third place winners will be notified by Tuesday, April 5.  The first place award is a solo show at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017.  Second and third prizes are a two-person show at the same location.     The “Change in Brooklyn” exhibit will be on display at the Brooklyn Campus Gallery from April 15 through June 15 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Friday, April 15 at 5:30 pm.     To submit artwork, an application must be obtained from Robert Keiber, Curator, at  <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or by calling 212-252-2065.  A 4” x 6” color print or color postcard should then be submitted with the application and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Robert Keiber at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017.  Please contact Mr. Keiber for more information or any further questions.                                                                               - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Change in Brooklyn' - Art Exhibition Call for EntriesPress Release112768Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/18/201120113/18/201120113/18/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> APRIL EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:  April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  April 20 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE CAMPUS The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. April 20 Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must arrange to bring in high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                     - end -           000Berkeley College Announces April EventsPress Release112767Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/17/201120113/17/201120113/17/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE RANKED AMONG BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY Berkeley College was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for 2011. This is the sixth year the College has received the award. “Berkeley College is honored to be recognized as a dynamic workplace during our 80th anniversary year,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Berkeley College President. “Our anniversary theme is ‘Changing Lives for 80 Years.’ This award acknowledges that the College not only changes the lives of its students, but also the lives of the associates and faculty members who find fulfillment in their work.” The award program, created in 2005, is produced by NJBIZ and sponsored by Gibbons, P.C. and Novo Nordisk. It was designed to identify and honor the places of employment in New Jersey that benefit the state’s economy, workforce and businesses. The Best Places to Work in New Jersey program recognizes 70 companies in two groups, depending on number of employees. The program is in partnership with Garden State Council SHRM, The New Jersey State Chamber, Employers Association of New Jersey and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. “The benefits offered by Berkeley College to our more than 800 associates help us to attract and keep the best faculty and staff,” said Karen Carpentieri, Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources. “Some of these benefits include waiving tuition at Berkeley College for associates and their dependents; an associate referral incentive program; a Healthy Living Wellness Program; a flexible spending account for out-of-pocket expenses; pet insurance; and a paid time-off policy to help balance work and family life.”    Berkeley College will be honored at the Best Places to Work in New Jersey awards dinner on Tuesday, April 26, at the Hilton East Brunswick. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Ranked Among Best Places to Work in New JerseyPress Release112766Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/17/201120113/17/201120113/17/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> BROOKLYN ALUMNI EVENT</h2>   The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn: April 13 Berkeley College is holding an Alumni Focus Group at 6:00 pm in the Brooklyn Campus Student Lounge.  Following the focus group, alumni are invited on a campus tour and reception.  The purpose of this event is to identify the most effective ways the College can support its mission of  learning and teaching in the future.  The Alumni Association will gather information that will be compiled to create positive advancement throughout the College.  Attendees will be asked to share memories, make recommendations, and help the Association identify areas on which to focus for alumni and educational programming. Admission is free, and food and beverages will be provided.  To RSVP, alumni should visit <a href="http://bbk-alumni-focus-group.eventbrite.com/">http://bbk-alumni-focus-group.eventbrite.com</a>.                                                                              -  end -         000Berkeley College Announces Brooklyn Alumni EventPress Release112759Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/16/201120113/16/201120113/16/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS VINITA ITTOOP, PhD, AS DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR GLOBAL STUDIES Marianne E. Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs, is proud to announce the appointment of Vinita Ittoop, PhD, as Director of the Berkeley College Center for Global Studies. The Center was established earlier this year as a product of the Berkeley College Strategic Plan, 2010 – 2015. In her new role, Dr. Ittoop will work with the School Deans and the Academic Department Chairs to ensure that courses and programs reflect the significance of globalization.  “As the champion for globalization, Dr. Ittoop will help promote the International Business degrees, encourage further development of foreign language study and student study abroad opportunities, and help integrate ESL students into the College,” Dr. Vakalis said.  Dr. Ittoop joined Berkeley College in July 2007, and most recently served as an Instructor and Assistant Chair, Management, in the School of Business. She has a PhD and MPhil in International Economics from Columbia University, NY; an MS in Quantitative Methods from the Stern School of Business, New York University; and a BA in Economics and Mathematics from Talladega College, AL.  Dr. Ittoop has extensive business experience in large corporations such as AT&T, SunGard, and Citicorp, and was part of the founding team at Multinational Computer Models Inc., a Corporate Treasury Management consultancy and software company.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/vinita_ittoop.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 192px" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Vinita Ittoop, PhD, as Director of the Center for Global Studies.   - end -  000Berkeley College Appoints Vinita Ittoop, PhD, As Director, Center For Global StudiesPress Release112663Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/9/201120113/9/201120113/9/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES MORE THAN $3,100 TO NONPROFIT FASHION FOR AUTISM  <img alt="" height="131" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/fashionshowcheck.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and staff present a check for $3,121 to representatives from the nonprofit Fashion for Autism. The College raised the money through a charity fashion show, held at the Venetian in Garfield. More than 50 students from Berkeley College campuses in Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models. Left to right are Debbie Brennan and Edwing D’Angelo, Co-Founders, Fashion for Autism; Brittany Rickenbacker of Englewood and Nasharra Bryan of Irvington, Berkeley College students; Jennifer Litvak, Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Paramus Campus; and Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Program Coordinator, Newark Campus. - end - 000Berkeley College Donates More Than $3,100 to Nonprofit Fashion for AutismPress Release112643Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/7/201120113/7/201120113/7/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BUY-ONE-GIVE-ONE CAMPAIGN RAISES MORE THAN $5,200 IN MERCHANDISE TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN RED CROSS <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/redcross2march2011.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 113px" /> Photo Caption A: The Berkeley College Buy-One-Give-One campaign resulted in a donation of more than $5,200 worth of college merchandise to the American Red Cross. The donations of sweatshirts and blankets will be distributed to needy families. Pictured left to right are Bob Fishbein, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Business and Auxiliary Services; Ray R. Shepherd, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey; and Luis Collazo, Berkeley College Director of Bookstore Operations. <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/redcross1march2011.jpg" style="width: 150px; height: 200px" /> Photo Caption B: The Berkeley College Buy-One-Give-One campaign resulted in a donation of more than $5,200 worth of college merchandise to the American Red Cross. The donations of sweatshirts and blankets will be distributed to needy families. Pictured left to right are Luis Collazo, Berkeley College Director of Bookstore Operations, and Bob Fishbein, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Business and Auxiliary Services, preparing merchandise for shipping to the American Red Cross.   -end-000Berkeley College Raises More Than $5,200 In Merchandise To Benefit The American Red CrossPress Release112560Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse3/3/201120113/3/201120113/3/20112011 <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE KNIGHTS WIN HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP  <img alt="" height="113" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/knightspostseason.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Knights basketball team, New York, recently won the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) Postseason Championship against St. Joseph’s College. It is the fourth time the team has won the postseason championship in the last six years. The Knights also finished in first place in the HVMAC regular season. Freshman guard Jovan Bovell of Jamaica in Queens, NY, was named Tournament Most Valuable Player. The team’s coach is Christopher Christiansen. - end - 000Berkeley College Knights Win Hudson Valley Men's Athletic Conference Basketball ChampionshipPress Release112415Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201120112/23/201120112/23/20112011 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.    BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <h2 style="text-align: center"> MARCH EVENTS</h2>    NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: March 18 Berkeley College is holding its Third Annual Women’s Leadership Panel in the Knuppel Hall Community Room, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, followed by a light lunch.  All are invited to hear women in power share their perspectives and experiences.  Speakers are:  Assemblywoman Elease Evans, 35th District; Gail Gordon, Political Strategist and Fundraiser; Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose, 24th District; Assemblywoman Nellie Pou, 35th District; and Assemblywoman Connie Wagner, 38th District.  Admission is free.  RSVP by March 15 to Laura DeMers, 973-278-5400, ext. 1794, or e-mail <a href="mailto:lad@BerkeleyCollege.edu">lad@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following event will take place atBerkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  March 5 Discover how Berkeley College can prepare you for an exciting career in the Interior Design field at the “Design-a-Kitchen” Workshop.  Experience the process of designing a kitchen.  Meet the department chairman and get to know faculty members and successful alumni.  The workshop begins at 9:00 am and costs $35 with lunch provided.    For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OFX, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: March 1-31 Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Sidney Harris at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Harris began his career as a science cartoonist and since then has drawn literally thousands of cartoons.  He has been praised by such luminaries as Linus Pauling and Isaac Asimov, as well as countless scientists throughout the world, for his ability to find humor in science and technology.  His exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>or 212-252-2065.  March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  March 19    Berkeley College will host a Parent Day and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and students have the chance to learn more about the college and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support groups will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  The FAFSA workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. ONLINE CAMPUS The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. March 19 Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to log on.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will be given on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session where they can present their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.           - end - 000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release112412Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201120112/23/201120112/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   STUDENTS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE NEWARK CAMPUS SUPPORT AUTISM PROGRAMS THROUGH CHARITY FASHION SHOW  Berkeley College students recently hosted the 5th Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $3,100 for the charity through their efforts. “This year’s Charity Fashion Show reached a new level of creativity and collaboration,” said Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Program Coordinator and Fashion Show Co-Chair. “Students from all Berkeley College New Jersey campuses gained insight into planning and team-building for a successful, large-scale event.” Each year the fashion show supports a different charity, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the nonprofit Fashion for Autism and Celebrate the Children, a school for children with alternative learning styles in Wharton, NJ. “I’m humbled by the efforts of the Berkeley College faculty, staff and students who worked tirelessly to make this event happen,” said Edwing D’Angelo, Founder of Fashion for Autism. “Autism is a silent epidemic that affects our communities, and we are grateful for the support.” The show had a theme of “All Around the World,” and featured segments by each Berkeley College campus in New Jersey. Segments included Arabian Nights by the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ; Untamed Africa by the Newark Campus, NJ; USA Casual/Military and New York by the Paramus Campus, NJ; and Indo Western India and Tokyo by the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. Clothing, as well as hair and makeup services, were donated by local vendors. “The Charity Fashion Show allows the New Jersey campuses to come together to have fun and support a good cause,” said Seindole Mawolo of Orange, a Berkeley College Marketing major who served as a model for the Newark Campus. “Fashion is something close to my heart, and I’m excited about what we were able to put together.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl_fashion_show.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Adalysse Peña of Parlin models during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl_fashion_show_1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Freida Tavarez of Perth Amboy models during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. - end -   000Students from Berkeley College Newark Campus Support Autism Programs through Charity Fashion ShowPress Release112411Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201120112/23/201120112/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> STUDENTS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE MIDDLESEX CAMPUS SUPPORT AUTISM PROGRAMS THROUGH CHARITY FASHION SHOW  Berkeley College students recently hosted the 5th Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $3,100 for the charity through their efforts. “This year’s Charity Fashion Show reached a new level of creativity and collaboration,” said Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Program Coordinator and Fashion Show Co-Chair. “Students from all Berkeley College New Jersey campuses gained insight into planning and team-building for a successful, large-scale event.” Each year the fashion show supports a different charity, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the nonprofit Fashion for Autism and Celebrate the Children, a school for children with alternative learning styles in Wharton, NJ. “I’m humbled by the efforts of the Berkeley College faculty, staff and students who worked tirelessly to make this event happen,” said Edwing D’Angelo, Founder of Fashion for Autism. “Autism is a silent epidemic that affects our communities, and we are grateful for the support.” The show had a theme of “All Around the World,” and featured segments by each Berkeley College campus in New Jersey. Segments included Arabian Nights by the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ; Untamed Africa by the Newark Campus, NJ; USA Casual/Military and New York by the Paramus Campus, NJ; and Indo Western India and Tokyo by the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. Clothing, as well as hair and makeup services, were donated by local vendors. “The Charity Fashion Show is an opportunity to make connections that can further my career in fashion,” said Emily Heredia of Hillside, NJ, a Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management major who served as a model for the Middlesex Campus. “As someone with a family member with autism, it is also a way to support a good cause.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.</a>  <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl_fashion_show.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Adalysse Peña of Parlin models for the Middlesex Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/mdl_fashion_show_1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Freida Tavarez of Perth Amboy models for the Middlesex Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. - end - 000Students from Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Support Autism Programs through Charity Fashion ShowPress Release112410Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201120112/23/201120112/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   STUDENTS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE GARRET MOUNTAIN CAMPUS SUPPORT AUTISM PROGRAMS THROUGH CHARITY FASHION SHOW  Berkeley College students recently hosted the 5th Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $3,100 for the charity through their efforts. “This year’s Charity Fashion Show reached a new level of creativity and collaboration,” said Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Program Coordinator and Fashion Show Co-Chair. “Students from all Berkeley College New Jersey campuses gained insight into planning and team-building for a successful, large-scale event.” Each year the fashion show supports a different charity, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the nonprofit Fashion for Autism and Celebrate the Children, a school for children with alternative learning styles in Wharton, NJ. “I’m humbled by the efforts of the Berkeley College faculty, staff and students who worked tirelessly to make this event happen,” said Edwing D’Angelo, Founder of Fashion for Autism. “Autism is a silent epidemic that affects our communities, and we are grateful for the support.” The show had a theme of “All Around the World,” and featured segments by each Berkeley College campus in New Jersey. Segments included Arabian Nights by the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ; Untamed Africa by the Newark Campus, NJ; USA Casual/Military and New York by the Paramus Campus, NJ; and Indo Western India and Tokyo by the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. Clothing, as well as hair and makeup services, were donated by local vendors. “The Charity Fashion Show is an opportunity to prepare for a career in fashion,” said DeShawn Cushion of Delran, a Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management major who served as Model Coordinator for the Garret Mountain Campus. “The show gives me an opportunity to show what I can do while supporting a great cause.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/gmt_fashion_show_1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Kendell Davis of Ocean City models for the Garret Mountain Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/gmt_fashion_show.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Wayne Johnson of Bayonne models for the Garret Mountain Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. - end - 000Students from Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Support Autism Programs through FashionPress Release112409Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201120112/23/201120112/23/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   STUDENTS FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE PARAMUS CAMPUS SUPPORT AUTISM PROGRAMS THROUGH CHARITY FASHION SHOW  Berkeley College students recently hosted the 5th Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $3,100 for the charity through their efforts. “This year’s Charity Fashion Show reached a new level of creativity and collaboration,” said Ashante Barnes-Awe, Berkeley College Program Coordinator and Fashion Show Co-Chair. “Students from all Berkeley College New Jersey campuses gained insight into planning and team-building for a successful, large-scale event.” Each year the fashion show supports a different charity, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the nonprofit Fashion for Autism and Celebrate the Children, a school for children with alternative learning styles in Wharton, NJ. “I’m humbled by the efforts of the Berkeley College faculty, staff and students who worked tirelessly to make this event happen,” said Edwing D’Angelo, Founder of Fashion for Autism. “Autism is a silent epidemic that affects our communities, and we are grateful for the support.” The show had a theme of “All Around the World,” and featured segments by each Berkeley College campus in New Jersey. Segments included Arabian Nights by the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ; Untamed Africa by the Newark Campus, NJ; USA Casual/Military and New York by the Paramus Campus, NJ; and Indo Western India and Tokyo by the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. Clothing, as well as hair and makeup services, were donated by local vendors.  “It’s great to have an opportunity to work together with all the New Jersey campuses,” said Julianne Campbell of Edgewater, a Berkeley College Fashion Marketing and Management major who served as Wardrobe Stylist for the Paramus Campus. “I’ve been involved in the Charity Fashion Show for four years and this year was our best show yet.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/par_fashion_show.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Alexicc Roberson of Bayonne models for the Paramus Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. <img alt="" height="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/par_fashion_show_1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B: Femen Ogdun of Fort Lee models for the Paramus Campus during the 5th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show in support of autism awareness and programs. - end - 000Students from Berkeley College Paramus Campus Support Autism Programs through Charity Fashion ShowPress Release112405Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/22/201120112/22/201120112/22/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Presents ‘Boxing in Brooklyn’ –</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> Paintings by Sidney Harris  </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Sidney Harris at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from March 1 through 31--Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Tuesday, March 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    Mr. Harris was born in Brooklyn, New York, graduated from Brooklyn College, and attended the Art Students League in New York.  The artist and his wife, Kate Duke, a children’s book author and illustrator, now make their home in New Haven, Connecticut.  In 1955, he began his career as a science cartoonist and since then has drawn literally thousands of cartoons.  Since 1970, American Scientist has published more than 600 of his cartoons.  His cartoons have appeared in other publications including Science, Discover, Physics Today, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Chicago Magazine, and National Lampoon.  Over the years, the artist has been praised by such luminaries as Linus Pauling and Isaac Asimov, as well as countless scientists throughout the world, for his ability to find humor in science and technology.   The theme of this exhibit is “Boxing in Brooklyn,” and it will feature the artist’s paintings of boxing subjects at the world-famous Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn.  In these paintings, Mr. Harris points out that no one is hitting anyone.  “It’s the ambiance of the gym that appeals to me,” says Mr. Harris.  “The fighters are hard-working, dedicated athletes doing something difficult and dangerous, and they often look their best while working out.  The geometric shapes of their equipment, such as the looming heavy bag, as well as the rings in which they fight, are most striking when there are no crowds of people around them.”  This is Mr. Harris’s second show at the Berkeley College Gallery.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="152" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/sidneyharris_boxing.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   Boxing, a painting from artist Sidney Harris’s exhibit entitled “Boxing in Brooklyn,” is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from March 1 through 31.         - end -   000Berkeley College Presents 'Boxing in Brooklyn' - Paintings by Sidney HarrisPress Release112364Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse2/18/201120112/18/201120112/18/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE KNIGHTS BASKETBALL TEAM MAKES HISTORY AS HVMAC REGULAR SEASON CHAMPIONS Brian D. Maher, Berkeley College Athletic Director, is proud to announce that the Berkeley College Knights basketball team, New York, finished in first place in the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference (HVMAC) regular season. It is the first time the team has achieved the honor. “Concluding the regular season as conference champions and with an unblemished record in conference play is a testament to the hard work and dedication demonstrated by both our coaching staff and our student-athletes,” Mr. Maher said. “Berkeley College is proud of this well-deserved accomplishment.” The Knights were undefeated in conference play with a 6-0 record, andwill enter the HVMAC postseason as the No. 1 seed. The team is ranked fourth in the nation in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA), putting the Knights in position to earn a bid to the USCAA National Championships in March. “Though we are entering the postseason on a nine-game winning streak, it is our ability to prepare well that influenced our accomplishments thus far,” Chris Christiansen, Berkeley College Knights Head Coach, said. “Our athletes have worked hard to learn and adapt to this system in a short time, and this has helped them establish success both on and off the court.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.</a> <img alt="" height="120" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/nybasketball.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Knights basketball team, New York, finished in first place in the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference regular season. It is the first time the team has achieved the honor. - end - 000Berkeley College Knights Basketball Team Makes History as HVMAC Regular Season ChampionsPress Release112218Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/8/201120112/8/201120112/8/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ESTABLISHES CENTER FOR GLOBAL STUDIES Berkeley College is proud to announce that it has established a Center for Global Studies. Through a variety of initiatives, the Center will seek to disseminate knowledge of other cultures and societies; promote understanding of global, regional and national markets and business activities; and bring an international educational experience to Berkeley College students. “The foundation of a Berkeley College education has always been the relationship between the curriculum and the realities of the working world,” said Marianne Vakalis, EdD, Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs. “Today’s businesses operate in a global context. The Center for Global Studies will prepare graduates to participate in the here and now of commerce and industry.” The Center is a product of the Berkeley College Strategic Plan, 2010 – 2015, which among other initiatives seeks to infuse the spirit of globalization into all existing academic programs. Berkeley College has appointed Vinita Ittoop, PhD, as Director, Center for Global Studies. Dr. Ittoop most recently served as an Instructor and Assistant Chair, Management, in the School of Business. “Globalization through higher education is the new frontier,” said Dr. Ittoop. “The Center for Global Studies will explore ways to integrate a global perspective into the academic lives of our students and give them experiences that will help them understand the value of this integrated environment.” A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end - 000Berkeley College Establishes Center for Global StudiesPress Release112215Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/7/201120112/7/201120112/7/20112011 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE OPENS VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER FOR STUDENTS  Berkeley College is proud to announce the opening of its Veterans Resource Center for students. At the official ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this month at the New York City Midtown Campus, military and veteran students joined special guests to celebrate the establishment of this dedicated space. The Center is located on the 12th floor of the New York City Midtown Campus, 11 East 41st Street, adjacent to the Berkeley College Library Annex. “As a leading institution for preparing students and graduates for successful careers, it is important for Berkeley College to continue its strong support of our military and veteran community,” said Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President of Berkeley College. “The Veterans Resource Center will benefit the nearly 400 military and veteran students we serve by having one location where these students can obtain information about benefits, receive counseling, and get more involved.” Richard Robitaille, EdD, Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs, thanked the administration for identifying and establishing the space the students sought to call their own. He also informed the students how the staff can help them get through the barriers they may confront while adjusting to civilian life.  Services include resolution of Veteran Administration (VA) benefits such as obtaining housing, home loans and medical benefits; information about state-specific benefits; and serving as a liaison with various support services relevant to college life such as advisement and financial aid.  “The Berkeley College Veterans Resource Center is also a great place to catch up with one another, read a magazine in between classes, or do schoolwork,” Dr. Robitaille added.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2011_photos/vetresctr.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College celebrates the opening of the Veterans Resource Center for students at its New York City Midtown Campus on East 41st Street. Left to right are Berkeley College officials Tom Alessandrello, Vice President, Operations; Richard Robitaille, EdD, Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Rachel Hodgson, Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs; Dario A. Cortes, PhD, President; and Kristin Rowe, Campus Operating Officer, New York. - end - 000Berkeley College Opens Veterans Resource Center for StudentsPress Release112116Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/27/201120111/27/201120111/27/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS MARLENE DOTY AS VICE PRESIDENT, LIBRARY SERVICES Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Marlene Doty as Vice President, Library Services. In this role, she leads the continued development of library resources and services that provide a contemporary means of information delivery and integration of information literacy throughout the College experience. “Ms. Doty is aprogressive thinker who has led the Berkeley College library system to the forefront of technology,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost. “She is dedicated to acquiring the resources and services our students need to excel.” Ms. Doty served as Director, Library Services, from 2001 through 2010. She previously held the positions of Library Director, New Jersey, and System Coordinator of Library Technology; and Director, Learning Resources Center, New Jersey. She served the New Jersey Library Association Executive Committee as Academic Member-at-large from 2002 to 2004. In 2001, she received the Associate of the Year award from the Garret Mountain Campus.  Ms. Doty has planned and designed new campus libraries; developed the Berkeley College Online campus library; and coordinated renovations throughout the New York and New Jersey locations. She holds an MS in Library and Information Science from Pratt Institute in New York and a BA from William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ. She also holds certificates from the New Jersey Department of Education as an Educational Media Specialist, Professional Librarian and Elementary School Teacher. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.</a> <img alt="" height="239" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/marlene_doty.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Marlene Doty as Vice President, Library Services. - end -   000Berkeley College Appoints Marlene Doty as Vice President, Library ServicesPress Release111991Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/17/201120111/17/201120111/17/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.eduAttention">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors:  The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> FEBRUARY EVENTS</h2>   NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                    NEW YORK CAMPUSES The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Brooklyn Campus, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: February 1-28 In celebration of Black History Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist John Mubiru at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Mubiru works in traditional and contemporary African art.  His oil paintings create striking tribal motifs and scenery that evoke the essence of African culture and life – vibrant, colorful, and alive.  His exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  A student seminar will be held on Wednesday, February 9 at 3:00 pm, followed by an artist’s reception from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>or 212-252-2065.  February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:  February 9 Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. February 26  Berkeley College will host an Open House and FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE CAMPUS The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. February 9        Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                 - end -         000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release111958Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/14/201120111/14/201120111/14/20112011   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="text-align: center"> February is Black History Month</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">  Berkeley College Celebrates with African Art</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center"> by John Mubiru</h1>   In celebration of Black History Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist John Mubiru at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from February 1 through 28--Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Mr. Mubiru will hold a student seminar on Wednesday, February 9 at 3:00 pm, followed by an artist’s reception from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  All events are open to the public. Mr. Mubiru’s work of traditional and contemporary African art is influenced by his childhood.  He was born in Africa during a time of power struggles throughout Uganda and the African continent.  Somehow, among the chaos, he developed an interest in art and lived for a time in Nairobi among other Ugandan artists, where he first learned to work in batik, a cloth that uses a manual wax-resistant dyeing technique.  He eventually moved on to oil paintings, creating striking tribal motifs and scenery that evoke the essence of African culture and life – vibrant, colorful, and alive.  His use of a palette knife, blunt paintbrush, and thick oil application technique gives his work a three-dimensional feel.      The artist’s work represents his “fascination by cultures that have stuck to our old ways of life.  When I look at the Massai, Karamajongo, and other nomadic African tribes, I feel a link to our simple way of life that is no more.”  Throughout this year, Mr. Mubiru will be spending more time in Africa doing research, field studies, and painting.  TruAfricanArt.com, an online contemporary African art gallery representing a variety of contemporary African artists at the local and international level, will market most of his work in the United States and Europe.  For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.mubiruart.org/">www.mubiruart.org</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="302" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/john_mubiru_evening_walk.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   Evening Walk, an oil on canvas painting from artist John Mubiru’s exhibit, is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from February 1 through 28.   000Berkeley College Celebrates with African Art by John MubiruPress Release111955Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/13/201120111/13/201120111/13/20112011 <img height="106" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS TROY ADAIR, PHD, AS ASSOCIATE PROVOST, ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Troy Adair, PhD, as Associate Provost, Academic Administration. In this role, Dr. Adair will oversee the Advisement and Readmissions departments, and the Registrar’s Office. He also will coordinate accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the American Bar Association, as well as licensing and certification with the New York State Education Department and the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education. “Dr. Adair has made significant contributions to higher education as an instructor, author and administrator,” said Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost. “He will provide strong academic leadership as we continue to evaluate and restructure Berkeley College to meet its strategic goals.” Before coming to Berkeley College, Dr. Adair served as Director of Educational Initiatives for the Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and Leadership at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, PA, where he was responsible for program development and planning. Dr. Adair is the author of several textbooks and scholarly publications, and has served as an instructor of business and finance at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC; the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI; Alma College in Alma, MI; Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY; and Indiana University in Indianapolis, IN. He holds a PhD in Finance from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN; an MBA in General Business from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND; and a BS in Computer Science from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, AL. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img style="width: 200px; height: 214px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/troy_adair.jpg" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Troy Adair, PhD,as Associate Provost, Academic Administration. - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Troy Adair, PhD, as Associate Provost, Academic AdministrationPress Release111840Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/5/201120111/5/201120111/5/20112011 <img height="106" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS EVAN MILLER AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, PARAMUS CAMPUS  Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Evan Miller as Campus Operating Officer for the Paramus Campus. In this role, Mr. Miller will oversee day-to-day operations, campus expansion, and staff and student retention, among other responsibilities. He also will monitor policies related to personnel, including training and professional development programs. “Mr. Miller’s strong student focus and community relations skills will serve him well in this new role,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Administration, Beth Coyle, EdD. “I am confident our Paramus community will thrive under his direction.” Mr. Miller began his career at Berkeley College in 2009 as Assistant Campus Operating Officer, New York City Midtown Campus. Before coming to Berkeley he served as Director of Store Operations for Marty’s Shoes, based in New York. Mr. Miller holds an MBA in Business and Management from Loyola College, Baltimore, MD; and a BA in History and Communications Media from Hunter College – CUNY, NY. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img style="width: 200px; height: 239px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/evan_miller.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Evan Miller as Campus Operating Officer, Paramus Campus.  - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Evan Miller as Campus Operating Officer, Paramus CampusPress Release111832Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/4/201120111/4/201120111/4/20112011 Berkeley College Appoints Neddie Ramadan as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS NEDDIE RAMADAN AS DEAN, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE   Edwin Hughes, EdD, Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life, is pleased to announce that Neddie Ramadan has been promoted to Berkeley College Dean, Student Development and Campus Life. “Neddie is a skilled and respected associate who has proven herself a capable and creative leader in each position she has held at Berkeley College,” Dr. Hughes said. Ms. Ramadan began working at Berkeley College as Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Paramus Campus, in December 2006. She was promoted to Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, in August 2008. Before coming to Berkeley College Ms. Ramadan served as Assistant Director, College of Education at William Paterson University, NJ, and as Resident Director, Office of Vice President for Student Affairs, at the State University of New York College at Buffalo, NY.  Ms. Ramadan has an MS degree in Student Personnel Administration and Counseling and a BS degree in Psychology from the State University of New York College at Buffalo, NY. She is a recent graduate of Leadership Berkeley, a training program that enhances leadership skills.  A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. - end -  000Berkeley College Appoints Neddie Ramadan as Dean, Student Development and Campus LifePress Release111808Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/3/201120111/3/201120111/3/20112011Berkeley College Appoints Assistant Provost <img height="106" alt="" width="300" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2011 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>                                                                               CAROL SMITH APPOINTED                                                              BERKELEY COLLEGE ASSISTANT PROVOST  Glen Zeitzer, PhD, Berkeley College Provost, is pleased to announce that Carol Smith has been promoted to Berkeley College Assistant Provost.In her new role Ms. Smith, who formerly served as Dean of Berkeley College Online, will continue to manage teaching and learning for online students. In addition, she will assist the Provost with academic policies. “Carol has shown an intense interest in the academic success of our students,” Dr. Zeitzer said. “She has years of experience in advisement, recruitment, retention and online and onsite instruction in both graduate and undergraduate courses that will serve her well in her new position.” Ms. Smith began working at Berkeley College as Dean, Advisement, for the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ, in June 2008. She was promoted to Dean, Berkeley College Online, in June 2009. Before coming to Berkeley College Ms. Smith worked at the College of Saint Elizabeth, NJ, where she served in a number of different roles, including Director of Continuing Studies and Saturday Fast Track Admissions. In addition, she taught graduate and undergraduate online and onsite courses at the College of Saint Elizabeth and Centenary College, NJ, and taught undergraduate business and management courses for Herzing University Online. Ms. Smith has an MBA degree in Global Business Management from Fairleigh Dickinson University, NJ; a BS degree in Business Management from Centenary College, NJ; and an AS in Business Management and an AA in Liberal Arts from the County College of Morris, NJ. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img style="width: 150px; height: 146px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/carol_smith.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Carol Lynn Smith has been promoted to Assistant Provost at Berkeley College.                                                                                              -end-          000Berkeley College Appoints Assistant ProvostPress Release111762Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/30/2010201012/30/2010201012/30/20102010 <img height="106" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   MIDDLESEX COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM GOODWILL AMBASSADOR PROGRAM HOSTED BY WOODBRIDGE AND BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of the fourth class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. Twenty students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection program. The Goodwill Ambassadors program was created and implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with John E. McCormac, Woodbridge Mayor, and local schools and businesses. During the ceremony held at the Renaissance Inn in Iselin, several students spoke about the experience. All of the graduates received certificates, backpacks, and the Woodbridge Township Mayor’s Citation. Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus, complimented the students on their dedication and commitment.  “As Goodwill Ambassadors you have chosen to set yourselves apart from others,” Ms. Mallamace said. “You are all caring citizens who understand the importance of being involved in the community. I respect your intelligence, compassion, enthusiasm and leadership.” At the graduation ceremony, Mayor McCormac said, “On behalf of the community we serve, I am both proud and honored to see you all graduate. You are our future, and I am delighted that Berkeley College and the schools and the businesses here have continued this hallmark youth leadership program.  What you have learned has given you not only a better understanding of your community, but also the practical skills you need to be successful in the world.” Each week students participated in workshops covering topics such as Leadership, Economic Development, Teamwork, Business Etiquette, Networking, Woodbridge History, Elections, Community Involvement, and Cultural Life and Negotiation. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img style="width: 200px; height: 133px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/woodbridge_hs.jpg" />  Photo Caption A:  Students from Woodbridge High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection programimplemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Left to right are David Mudrak, Zamira Feliz, Mayor McCormac, Page Ashley Campbell, Cassandra Burdziak and Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus.  <img style="width: 200px; height: 133px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/jfk_memorial_hs.jpg" /> Photo Caption B:  Students from JFK Memorial High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection programimplemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Left to right are Nirmiti Borkhetaria, Praya Basheri, Lavannya Pulluveetil, Mayor McCormac, Varsha Poddar, Nishi Jariwala and Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus. <img style="width: 200px; height: 133px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/colonia_hs.jpg" />   Photo Caption C:  Students from Colonia High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassador – Youth Connection programimplemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Left to right (back row) areAnika Alam, Karisa Foreman, Ellijah Legaspi, Mayor McCormac, Jessica Farese, Irene Kim and Debra Mallamace, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus. Left to right (front row) are Renee Warrick, Benjamin Lioue, Priscilla Savage, Swan Cho, Altamash Momin and Adesewa Adwusi.  - end - 000Middlesex County High School Students Graduate from Goodwill Ambassador ProgramPress Release111741Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/28/2010201012/28/2010201012/28/20102010   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="300" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES OPENING OF BUSINESS DEGREE PROGRAM AT JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST  Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, along with military representatives, faculty, staff and other guests attended a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, December 9, in the Education Training Center at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in southern New Jersey, to celebrate the first time a college degree in business is being offered there since 2003. “I am very excited about the opportunity to offer our academic programs at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey,” said Dr. Cortes. “These military men and women and their extended families will be able to take courses at the base or online and they will benefit from Berkeley College’s ‘Changing Lives for 80 Years – 1931-2011.’ Berkeley has a strong commitment to support all the branches of the armed forces as they seek a college education.” Dr. Cortes added that the growing Office of Military and Veterans Affairs serves 350 students. The College recently opened a Veterans Resource Center at its New York City Midtown Campus where students can meet, share their experiences, and receive additional support. Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Richard Robitaille, EdD, expressed satisfaction that the College has been selected as an on-base partner following an 18-month-long review process. “There was a lot of competition in the review of the proposals,” said Linda Robinson, Flight Chief for the Education Center at the base. “We are excited about the growth of our program to include the field of business. One characteristic that distinguished Berkeley College during the selection process was that it offers Lifetime Career Assistance.” Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, which allows as many as 1,550 of its students to have their tuition and fees covered each academic year. The College also collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard, the GoArmyEd distance learning program, and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. Berkeley College was recognized in 2009 and 2010 for its outstanding military programs in the “Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities,” published by Military Advanced Education. It also was honored by G.I. Jobs magazine as a Military-Friendly School for 2009 and 2010. For more information, visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/McGuire A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/mcguireopening.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management, Diane Recinos; Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Richard Robitaille, EdD; Berkeley College Faculty, Management, School of Business, Kwaku Ampadu-Nyarkoh, PhD; Flight Chief, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Education Center, Linda Richardson; Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Berkeley College Coordinator of Military Affairs Jennifer Davis; 87th Mission SupportGroup Deputy Commander Andrew Butterfield; Berkeley College Coordinator of Veterans Support Services Rachel Hodgson; and Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment Robert Oddo. - end -   000Berkeley College Celebrates Opening of Business Degree Program at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-LakehurstPress Release111278Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/22/2010201012/22/2010201012/22/20102010 <img height="130" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE HOSTS TOY DRIVE FOR CLIFTON CHILDREN The faculty and staff of Berkeley College Online in Clifton, NJ, are brightening the holiday season for local children. Campus associates recently delivered personalized gifts to the state-funded Clifton Headstart Program, which provides child development services to economically disadvantaged children and their families. “Berkeley College has always placed emphasis on making a difference in the community at-large,” said Campus Operating Officer, Berkeley College Online, Sharon Goldstein. “Berkeley College Online opened its offices in Clifton in 2009, and it is part of our mission to be a positive force in the community.” Administrators at the Headstart Program delivered 56 handwritten letters to Santa from the children, and Berkeley College faculty and staff quickly began filling the toy requests. “The response was outstanding,” said Berkeley College Online Admissions Associate Pat Meeney, who directed the effort. “It was our goal to fill all the children’s requests. Thanks to the generosity of our faculty and staff, we were successful.” Ms. Meeney said this year’s Holiday Committee reached out to Clifton Mayor James Anzaldi, who suggested making a donation to the Headstart Program. Berkeley College associates accompanied Santa to deliver the gifts this week. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields.The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img style="width: 200px; height: 268px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bco_toy_drive.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Santa accompanies Berkeley College Online Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein (right) to deliver toys to the children at the Clifton Headstart Program. - end - 000Berkeley College Online Hosts Toy Drive for Clifton ChildrenPress Release111237Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/21/2010201012/21/2010201012/21/20102010 <img alt="" height="130" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="text-align: center"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Artwork</h1> <h1 style="text-align: center">     of ‘Classical Perfectionist’ J. Dule     </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of J. Dule - an artist who strives to involve the  viewer in humanistic issues.  The exhibit will take place at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. It will be on display from January 3 through 28.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, January 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Mr. Dule’s work is certainly intriguing; there is nothing fixed in his paintings other than a commitment to present the real and the imaginary.  Always striving for something better, he offers diverse permutations within his abstractions, suggesting a classical perfection in his work.  Freewheeling parts in most pieces vie for attention from the beholder.  Mr. Dule hopes his work speaks for itself.  He says,” I believe there is a conversation between my work and the viewer that animates the visual experience.” The artist has held solo exhibitions at the Amsterdam Whitney Gallery, New York, NY; the New Art Gallery, New York, NY; the Pacific Gallery, New London CT; the Whitney Art Gallery, Westport, CT; and the Mario Villa Gallery, Chicago, IL. His group exhibitions include the World Fine Art Gallery, New York, NY; the National Arts Club, New York, NY; the Eclectic Gallery, Tucson, AZ; and the Delaware Art Institute, Wilmington, DE.    <div> To view Mr. Dule’s work, visit <a href="http://www.worldfineart.com/Dule">www.worldfineart.com/Dule</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>or call 212-252-2065.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> <img alt="" height="131" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/jdule.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> Photo Caption:   This abstract work is part of J. Dule’s exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from January 3 through 28, 2011.                                                                                                        - end - </div>     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Artwork of 'Classical Perfectionist' J. DulePress Release111223Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/21/2010201012/21/2010201012/21/20102010   <img alt="" height="130" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> WILL SMITH I READS FROM HIS NOVEL AT BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK CITY MIDTOWN CAMPUS <img alt="" height="142" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/willsmithsr.jpg" width="200" /> Photo credit to Thomas Donley Photo Caption: Will Smith I (third from left), father of actor Will Smith, recently visited with students at Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus to read from “The Waymor,” a soon-to-be-published novel he co-authored with jazz musician Tony Smith. The novel centers around a jazz club called The Waymor. Following the reading the authors discussed how the book came about, and Tony Smith played several songs he had written based on the characters in the book. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> - end -</div>     </div>   000Will Smith I Reads From His Novel at Berkeley College New York City Midtown CampusPress Release112186Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/21/201020102/2/201120112/2/20112011   <img alt="" height="130" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE CHAIRMAN JOINS IN  NEW JERSEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CENTENNIAL YEAR LAUNCH  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/njchambersigning.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Kevin L. Luing, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce board member and Chairman, Berkeley College, and Teri Duda, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Berkeley College, were on hand at the ceremonial signing of the Chamber’s Centennial Charter to mark the launch of its second century of leadership and service to the community.  Mr. Luing and Ms. Duda joined Chamber Board Chairman Dennis Bone, President of Verizon New Jersey, other members of the Chamber Board of Directors, and Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Kim Guadagno at the event. The signed charter will be permanently displayed in the Chamber building in Trenton, NJ, and a copy will be presented to the State Archives. - end -   000Berkeley College Chairman at NJ Chamber Centennial LaunchPress Release111219Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/20/2010201012/20/2010201012/20/20102010   <img alt="" height="130" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.    <h2 style="text-align: center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </h2> <h2 style="text-align: center"> JANUARY 2011 EVENTS</h2>     NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS The following event will take place at The Venetian, 546 River Drive, Garfield: January 27 The Student Development and Campus Life Department at Berkeley College issponsoring itsFifth Annual Fashion Show, “All Around the World.” Benefiting Fashion for Autism, the event will take place at The Venetian, 546 River Drive, Garfield, from 6:00 – 10:00 pm.  Students will model apparel representing the United States, Africa, India, Indonesia, Japan, and Saudi Arabia.  Tickets are $27 for students (purchased before January 7), $32 for students (purchased on and after January 7), $40 for Berkeley College faculty and staff, and $45 for guests.  The attire is semiformal, and there will be a silent auction.  For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Berkeley College Student Development and Campus Life, at 973-642-3888, ext. 6182.  You can also e-mail <a href="mailto:jrl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">jrl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>or <a href="mailto:aba@BerkeleyCollege.edu">aba@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: January 19       Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW </st1:stockticker><st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> LOCATIONS The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City: January 3-28   Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist J. Dule at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Dule’s paintings show a commitment to working out the views between the real and the imaginary, with continuous movement of gestures and marks.  His exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Tuesday, January 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    January 19      Berkeley College will host an Open House from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   ONLINE The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. January 19      Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.     Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. January 22  Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to log on.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will be given on Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session where they can present their most recent income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.                                                                                                   - end -     000Berkeley College Announces January 2011 EventsPress Release111206Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/20/2010201012/20/2010201012/20/20102010Berkeley College Sponsors Youth Business Olympics in Westchester County   <img height="130" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/80threleasesize.jpg" width="370" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>      BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS YOUTH BUSINESS OLYMPICS IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY   In partnership with the African-American Men of Westchester (AAMW), Berkeley College  sponsored the 7thAnnual Westchester Youth Business Skills Olympics. The purpose of the event is to introduce students to the world of business, to teach them valuable skills in problem-solving and to help them learn to work collaboratively. Teams of students from 15 high schools competed in the day-long event by presenting and offering solutions to a Harvard Business School case study titled, “The Dannon Company: Marketing and Corporate Social Responsibility.” The case asked if corporate social responsibility could be a viable strategy to raise brand awareness and increase market share for Dannon Yogurt products in the United States. Each of the teams had an adult facilitator to help participants focus on the issue and work through the problem together.  “I was extremely impressed and encouraged by these high school students who were able to work together in a collaborative effort to accomplish their goal. They were so respectful, cooperative and understanding with their different opinions and worked together to come to a mutual thought,” said Stuart Siegman, Berkeley College Director, Career Services, who served as a facilitator along with other Berkeley associates and local business leaders.  The winning teams – representing Valhalla High School in Valhalla, NY (1st Place); New Rochelle High School in New Rochelle, NY (2nd Place); and Mamaroneck High School in Mamaroneck, NY (3rd Place) – received awards at a special dinner reception held at the Berkeley College Westchester Campus in White Plains, NY. A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The Collegehas four New York locations —Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  And in New Jersey there are four locations —Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img style="width: 150px; height: 100px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/valhallagold.jpg" />  Photo Caption: In partnership with the African-American Men of Westchester, Berkeley College recently sponsored the 7thAnnual Westchester Youth Business Skills Olympics. Pictured is the Valhalla High School team that took first place at this year’s event. Pictured with the students is Renee D. LeGendre (front row, second from left), Valhalla School District Administrator, and Cynthia Rubino (far right), Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Westchester Campus.  <img style="width: 150px; height: 100px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/newrochellesilver.jpg" />  Photo Caption: In partnership with the African-American Men of Westchester, Berkeley College recently sponsored the 7thAnnual Westchester Youth Business Skills Olympics. Pictured is the New Rochelle High School team that took second place at this year’s event. Pictured with the students is Steve Goldberg (far left), New Rochelle School District Administrator, and Cynthia Rubino (far right), Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Westchester Campus.  <img style="width: 150px; height: 100px" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/mamaroneckbronze.jpg" />  Photo Caption: In partnership with the African-American Men of Westchester, Berkeley College recently sponsored the 7thAnnual Westchester Youth Business Skills Olympics. Pictured is the Mamaroneck High School team that took third place at this year’s event. Pictured with the students is Keith Yizar (second from left), Mamaroneck School District Administrator, and Cynthia Rubino (far right), Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Westchester Campus.                                                                                  -end- 000Berkeley College Sponsors Youth Business Olympics in Westchester CountyPress Release111042Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/13/2010201012/13/2010201012/13/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS 5th ANNUAL INTERCOLLEGIATE JUSTICE STUDIES DEBATE COMPETITION</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College recently hosted the 5th Annual Intercollegiate Justice Studies Debate Competition. Eight teams representing six colleges in the New York City metropolitan region debated the pros and cons of rescinding the “Exclusionary Rule,” which states that evidence seized by police illegally may not be used against a criminal defendant at trial.  </div> <div> </div> <div>“This debate competition provides an opportunity for our students to demonstrate their critical thinking skills and sharpen their reasoning abilities,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “This teaching and learning experience is consistent with the mission of Berkeley College, which focuses on our students’ success now and later in their career.” </div> <div> </div> <div>“The debate also presents an opportunity for students to network with their peers as well as professionals,” said Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Judith Kornberg, PhD. We are grateful for the support of faculty facilitators working with each of the teams, our keynote speaker, and our distinguished panel of judges.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The keynote speaker for the program was David E. Chong, Public Safety Commissioner for the City of White Plains, NY. Mr. Chong has served in the law enforcement community his entire career, 22 years of which were with the New York City Police Department and included the position of Lieutenant Commander of Detectives. </div> <div> </div> <div>The panel of judges has extensive experience in law enforcement and in the legal profession. Judges for the competition included Neil J. Carroll, Jr., Esq. Adjuster, Hudson County; Hon. James R. Cowhey, former Justice of the Supreme Court, White Plains, NY; Montgomery J, Delaney, Esq., practicing trial attorney and partner at Laub Delaney, LLP, White Plains, NY; Richard K. Farrell, Esq., Chief, Real Estate Fraud Unit, Kings County District Attorney’s Office; and James O’Keefe, PhD, Associate Dean and Instructor, St. John’s University, New York, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>Teams receiving cash prizes represented Quinnipiac University, CT (1st place); Monroe College, NY (2nd place); ASA, NY (3rd place); and Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, NJ (4th place).</div> <div> </div> <div>To watch a video about the competition, visit http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2010/Player-JusticeStudiesDebate.htm</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="150" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/justice_studies_debate.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): The 5th Annual Intercollegiate Justice Studies Debate Competition hosted by Berkeley College welcomed Neil J. Carroll, Jr., Esq. Adjuster, Hudson County; Hon. James R. Cowhey, former Justice of the Supreme Court, White Plains, NY; James O’Keefe, PhD, Associate Dean and Instructor, St. John’s University, New York, NY; David E. Chong, Public Safety Commissioner for the City of White Plains, NY; Montgomery J, Delaney, Esq., practicing trial attorney and partner at Laub Delaney, LLP, White Plains, NY; and Richard K. Farrell, Esq., Chief, Real Estate Fraud Unit, Kings County District Attorney’s Office.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Sponsors 5th Annual Intercollegiate Justice Studies Debate CompetitionPress Release110972Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/10/2010201012/10/2010201012/10/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE MIDDLESEX CAMPUS HOLDS TOY DRIVE FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL IN NEW BRUNSWICK</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College students at the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ, are making it their mission to brighten the holiday season for others. The Berkeley Association of Peer Assistance Leaders (BAPAL), a club that focuses on leadership, mentorship and community service, is holding a toy drive for the patients at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. </div> <div> </div> <div>“The students, faculty and staff at the Berkeley College Middlesex Campus have been extremely generous in supporting this club initiative,” said Berkeley College student and BAPAL President Jasmine Arellano of Spotswood, NJ, who has been involved with the club for two years. “The patients at the hospital have had a difficult year, and we can’t wait to see the smiles on their faces when we deliver the toys.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Later this month, club officers and advisors dressed as Santa and his elves will deliver the toys to the hospital. They also will have an opportunity to spend time with the patients, who range in age from infants to teens.</div> <div> </div> <div>The students held fundraising events during November and December, netting almost $700 that was used to purchase additional toys. The club served homemade food at a spaghetti luncheon and also sold bagels donated by Knot Just Bagels in Woodbridge, NJ, to raise money.</div> <div> </div> <div>“As the largest club on campus, BAPAL is in a position to set a good example for others on campus and in the community at-large,” said Berkeley College Personal Counselor, Middlesex Campus, and Club Advisor Alyson Pompeo. “Their selflessness and motivation to help others is really what the holiday season is all about.”</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="267" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/middlesex_toy_drive.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College student and Secretary of the Berkeley Association of Peer Assistance Leaders (BAPAL) Karen Cruz of Woodbridge serves food during a spaghetti luncheon to support the purchase of toys for the Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Holds Toy Drive for Children's Hospital in New BrunswickPress Release110965Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/9/2010201012/9/2010201012/9/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">CHANGING LIVES FOR 80 YEARS, </div> <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE KICKS OFF ITS 80TH ANNIVERSARY</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College recently kicked off a yearlong celebration honoring its 80th anniversary. The theme for the year-long celebration is Changing Lives for 80 Years. The anniversary year will focus on commemorating the many lives that have been changed by the College over the years.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The year 2011 will be a significant one for Berkeley College, not only because of all we plan to accomplish through our strategic planning initiatives, but also because 2011 marks the 80th anniversary of our ever-expanding teaching and learning community,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, in an address to faculty, staff and guests at a holiday reception held at The Venetian in Garfield, NJ. </div> <div> </div> <div>Throughout 2011, Berkeley College will recognize students, alumni, faculty, staff, business partners and civic leaders who change the lives of the individuals around them in positive ways. In addition, the College has announced a goal to raise at least $80,000 for charities through its participation in various community service events and activities.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Making a difference not only in the lives of our students and graduates, but also in the lives of those who live and work in the communities we serve, has always been a trademark of Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing. </div> <div> </div> <div>The College has established a Webpage dedicated to the 80th anniversary celebration at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/80th">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/80th</a>.</div> <div>   </div> <div>A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>    000Changing Lives for 80 Years, Berkeley College Kicks Off Its 80th AnniversaryPress Release110854Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS FACULTY OF THE YEAR  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College recently honored 10 faculty members during the Faculty of the Year Awards dinner. The honorees received awards for their excellence in teaching as recognized by students and colleagues at Berkeley College. More than 150 faculty members and associates attended the dinner that was held at Club 101 in New York City.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“These annual awards recognize faculty members who serve as role models in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students,” said Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">This year’s recipients are:</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">School of Business</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Diane Maglio, MA, Associate Chair, Fashion, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2002. Ms. Maglio has an MA in Museum Studies: Costumes and Textiles and an AAS in Apparel Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology, NY; and a BA in English from Rutgers University, Newark, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Samuel Lloyd, DPS, Management, Online, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2000. Dr. Lloyd has a DPS in Business Management from Pace University, NY; an MA in Economics from Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL; and a BS in Mathematics from Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">School of Liberal Arts</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Ralph E. Peters, Jr. PhD, Associate Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2009. Dr. Peters has a PhD in Psychology and Religion and an MPhil from Drew University, Madison, NJ; and a BA from Bethany College, Bethany, WV.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Yesudas Choondassery, PhD, Humanities and Social Sciences, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2006. Dr.  Choondassery has a PhD in Social Ethics and an MPhil in Religion from Drew University, NJ; an MA in Religion and Religious Studies from Fordham University, NY; and a BA in Philosophy from Kerala University, India.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">School of Professional Studies </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Alfonso Torino, PhD, Interior Design, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2005. Dr. Torino has a PhD in the History of Architecture of Western Civilization from the University of Rome, Italy; a BArch from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ; and a Diploma of Design and Roman Topography from the Michelangelo Buonarroti Institute, Rome, Italy.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Kimberly Collica, PhD, Justice Studies, began teaching at Berkeley College in 2009.  Dr. Collica has a PhD in Criminal Justice and an MPhil in Criminal Justice from The Graduate School and University Center, City University of New York (CUNY), NY; an MA in Criminal Justice and a BA in Criminology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, NY.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Developmental Education</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">James Pacello, MA, Developmental Education, began working in the Berkeley College Academic Support Center in 2006. Mr. Pacello has an MA in English and American Literature from Hunter College, CUNY, NY; and a BA in English from The College of Staten Island, CUNY, NY.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">Academic Service Learning Initiative </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">The goal of Academic Service Learning (ASL) is to provide opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions to their community while building their academic and civic skills. The following faculty members were recognized for their contribution to the ASL program at Berkeley College:</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">John T. Zanetich, PhD, Health Services, School of Professional Studies, was one of the pioneers of the ASL Program when it was launched in 2006. He began teaching at Berkeley College in 2006. Dr. Zanetich has a PhD from the State University of New York, University at Albany, Nelson A. Rockefeller College of Public Policy and Public Affairs, Albany, NY; an MGA from the University of Pennsylvania, Fels School of Government, Philadelphia, PA; an MA in Clinical Psychology from Miami University, Oxford, OH; and a BA in Psychology from Rutgers University, Camden, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">Lynne Remedios, MBA, CPA, Accounting and Finance, School of Business, has taught ASL courses for the past three years. She began teaching at Berkeley College in 1995.  Ms. Remedios has an MBA in Banking and Finance from Adelphi University, Garden City, NY; a BBA in Accounting from Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY; and an AAS in Accounting from Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY. She is a Certified Public Accountant in New York State. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">Catherine St. John, DA, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, has taught ASL courses for three years. She began teaching at Berkeley College in 1981. Dr. St. John has a DA from New York University, School of Visual Arts, NY; and an MA and BA from William Paterson College (now William Paterson University), Wayne, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/faculty_of_the_year_group.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored 10 faculty members during the Faculty of the Year Awards dinner. Back Row (L to R) are Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD; Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Ralph E. Peters Jr. PhD; James Pacello, MA; Kimberly Collica, PhD; Yesudas Choondassery, PhD; John T. Zanetich, PhD; Samuel Lloyd, DPS; and Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing. Front Row (L to R) are Lynne Remedios, MBA, CPA; Alfonso Torino, PhD; Catherine St. John, DA; and Diane Maglio, MA.  <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div>   000Berkeley College Honors Faculty Of The YearPress Release110853Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD </div> <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/jpacello.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored James Pacello (left), Developmental Education, with a Faculty of the Year Award.  Mr. Pacello, a resident of Manhattan, NY, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Gerald Iacullo, Senior Director, Academic Support Center. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> Editor’s Note: James Pacello lives in the Tribeca neighborhood of Manhattan. 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110852Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Clifton Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS CLIFTON RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD </div>   <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/cstjohn.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Catherine St. John (left), DA, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, with a Faculty of the Year Award for her contribution to the Academic Service Learning (ASL) program. Dr. St. John, a resident of Clifton, NJ, has been teaching ASL courses for three years. The goal of ASL is to provide opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions to their communities while building their academic and civic skills. Also pictured is Berkeley College Assistant Provost Orsete Dias, EdD.                                                                                                                       -end- 000Berkeley College Honors Clifton Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110851Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD  <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/jzanetich.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored John T. Zanetich (left), PhD, Health Services, School of Professional Studies, with a Faculty of the Year Award for his contribution to the Academic Service Learning (ASL) program. Dr. Zanetich, a resident of Manhattan, NY, was a pioneer of the ASL program when it launched in 2006. The goal of ASL is to provide opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions to their communities while building their academic and civic skills. Also pictured is Berkeley College Assistant Provost Orsete Dias, EdD.   -end-   Editor’s Note: Zip code for John T. Zanetich of Manhattan is 10011 </div> 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110850Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Wyckoff Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS WYCKOFF RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD </div>   <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/lremedios.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Lynne Remedios (right), CPA, Accounting and Finance, School of Business, with a Faculty of the Year Award for her contribution to the Academic Service Learning (ASL) program. Ms. Remedios, a resident of Wyckoff, has been teaching ASL courses for three years. The goal of ASL is to provide opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions to their communities while building their academic and civic skills. Also pictured is Berkeley College Assistant Provost Orsete Dias, EdD.   -end- 000Berkeley College Honors Wyckoff Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110849Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors New City Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS NEW CITY RESIDENT  WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD </div>   <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/kcollica.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Kimberly Collica (right), PhD, Justice Studies, Online, School of Professional Studies, with a Faculty of the Year Award. Dr. Collica, a resident of New City, NY, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Online Dean Carol Smith.                                                                                                    -end- 000Berkeley College Honors New City Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110848Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Rutherford Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS RUTHERFORD RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD  <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/atorino.jpg" width="150" /> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Alfonso Torino (left), PhD, Interior Design, School of Professional Studies, with Faculty of the Year Award. Dr. Torino, a resident of Rutherford, NJ, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Judith Kornberg, PhD.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> </div>   000Berkeley College Honors Rutherford Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110847Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Little Falls Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS LITTLE FALLS RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD </div>   <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/ychoondassery.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Yesudas Choondassery (right), PhD, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, with a Faculty of the Year Award. Dr. Choondassery, a resident of Little Falls, NJ, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Online Dean Carol Smith.                                                                                                                 -end- 000Berkeley College Honors Little Falls Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110846Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors New Rochelle Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS NEW ROCHELLE RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD  <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/rpeters.jpg" width="150" /> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Ralph E. Peters Jr. (left), PhD, Associate Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, with a Faculty of the Year Award. Dr. Peters, a resident of New Rochelle, NY, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Dean, School of Liberal Arts, William F. Cipolla, PhD.                                                                                                           -end-   </div> 000Berkeley College Honors New Rochelle Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110845Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Goldsboro Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/slloyd.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Samuel H. Lloyd (right), DPS, Management, Online, School of Business, with a Faculty of the Year Award. Dr. Lloyd, a resident of Goldsboro, NC, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Online Dean Carol Smith.                                                                                                              -end- 000Berkeley College Honors Goldsboro Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release110844Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2010201012/2/2010201012/2/20102010Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MANHATTAN RESIDENT WITH FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD</div>   <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/dmaglio.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Diane Maglio (right), Associate Chair, Fashion, School of Business, with a Faculty of the Year Award. Ms. Maglio, a resident of Manhattan, NY, was one of 10 honorees recognized for excellence in teaching and commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Also pictured is Berkeley College Dean, School of Business, John Rapanos, DPS.                                                                                                               -end- 000Berkeley College Honors Manhattan Resident With Faculty Of The Year AwardPress Release111096Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/1/2010201012/16/2010201012/16/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS CHECK FROM 6th ANNUAL CHARITY CAR SHOW TO CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION <o:p></o:p> <img alt="" height="266" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/charity_car_show_check.jpg" width="400" /> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Paramus Campus 6th Annual Charity Car Show raised more than $12,500.  Together with a matching contribution by Berkeley College, the total donation to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation amounted to more than $25,000.  The show featured nearly 300 classic and collector cars, with a blood drive, clowns, an a cappella singing group, and a Halloween costume contest.  Pictured here, left to right, are: Berkeley College Admissions Associate Dipexa Gandhi; Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Director of Special Events Shannan Biddelman; Berkeley College Admissions Associate Christopher Brundage; Cystic Fibrosis Executive Director Robin Vogel; Berkeley College Admissions Associate Katie Gensinger; Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment and Founder of the Car Show Rob Oddo; Berkeley College Director of Admissions Elaine Coleman; and Berkeley College Admissions Associate Vicky Torunidis. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     <o:p> </o:p>           <o:p></o:p>       000Berkeley College Presents Check from 6th Annual Charity Car Show to Cystic Fibrosis FoundationPress Release110815Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse11/29/2010201011/29/2010201011/29/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE KNIGHTS WIN HUDSON VALLEY MEN’S ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/berkeley_champions.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Knights soccer team, New York, completed its most successful season to date with a 3-0 victory over Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference Championship game. In only its third season of intercollegiate play, the team compiled a 13-6 record. Dela Wornawovor of the Bronx and Accra, Ghana; Philip Kim of Ozone Park, Queens; and Christ Assou of Brooklyn scored goals in the Championship game. Goalkeeper Lauga Oskarsdottir of Manhattan and Drammen, Norway, picked up a shutout and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. The team’s coach is Stavros Zomopoulos of Manhattan.</div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Knights Win Hudson Valley Men's Athletic Conference Soccer ChampionshipPress Release110718Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/22/2010201011/22/2010201011/22/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERANS MARCH </div> <div align="center"> IN NYC VETERANS DAY PARADE </div> <div> Members of the Berkeley College community, including Berkeley Troops, a newly recognized member chapter of the national Student Veterans of America (SVA) coalition, were among the record-breaking 80,000 who participated in this year’s New York City Veterans Day Parade.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Our military students are so enthusiastic,” said Berkeley College Coordinator of Veterans Support Services, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Rachel Hodgson, MSEd, NCC. “They are very grateful for the recognition they received from Berkeley College and their fellow students, as well as from the city of New York.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Before the parade began, Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, served coffee and breakfast to the students where they assembled on 28th Street between Broadway and Fifth Avenue. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “It was an honor to be there, greet them, and thank them personally,” said Dr. Cortes. “The Berkeley College family is grateful to all the servicemen and women who have made sacrifices to serve our country.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> To watch a video about the event, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2010/Player-VeteransDay.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2010/Player-VeteransDay.htm</a></div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, which allows as many as 1,550 of its students to have their tuition and fees covered each academic year. The College also collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Air Force at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. </div> <div>  </div> <div> In 2010, the College launched CVET, the Berkeley College Combat Veterans Education Partnership, designed to meet the academic and career goals of combat veterans. For more information on the program, visit <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">www.cvet.com</a>.</div> <div>   </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2010_photos/veterans_day_parade.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> Photo Caption: Members of the Berkeley College community, including Berkeley Troops, a newly recognized member chapter of the national Student Veterans of America (SVA) coalition, march in the New York City Veterans Day Parade.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Student Veterans March in NYC Veterans Day ParadePress Release110567Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/19/2010201011/19/2010201011/19/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Photographer Jeff Lazell   <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the photography of Jeff Lazell at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  His exhibit will be on display from December 1 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, December 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Lazell is a Brooklyn, New York resident who has been fascinated with photography since age 15. “My father gave me a Nikon SLR (single lens reflex) camera as a gift, and I was immediately hooked,” he says.  That interest continued to grow as he studied at Drexel University in Pennsylvania, graduating with a BS degree in Photography. He also minored in Art History, with a concentration in Asian Art.  At present, he works as a digital production artist and printmaster for Fred Marcus Photography in New York City. <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Lazell says he has been greatly influenced by Ansel Adams, Jack Kirby, and Trent Reznor.  Ever the student, he likes to stay aware of the continuing technological advancements in digital photography.  <o:p> </o:p> Of the Berkeley College exhibit, Mr. Lazell says, “This work is representative of the past few years of my life during which I’ve been focusing on the fleeting nature of modern construction in conjunction with our equally fleeting habitation of spaces.  My  compositions are drawn directly from my experience within spaces and, at the same time, reflect on my own internal landscape, which can range from the isolation of today to hope for the future.” He says his dissatisfaction with the stagnation of contemporary photography as an artistic genre has fueled his fascination with how photographic processes transfer over to the computer.  <o:p> </o:p> To view Mr. Lazell’s work, visit <a href="http://www.jefflazellphoto.com/">www.jefflazellphoto.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/jefflazell_59th.jpg" width="411" /> Photo Caption:  “59th” - New York City’s 59th Street Bridge - is one of  Jeff Lazell’s photographs on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from December 1 through 30.                                                                                   - end -     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Photographer Jeff LazellPress Release110566Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/18/2010201011/18/2010201011/18/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online.  Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.       <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <o:p></o:p></h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> DECEMBER EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> LOCATIONS <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 1-30 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Jeff Lazell at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Lazell is a Brooklyn, NY, resident who has been fascinated with photography since age 15.  He has been greatly influenced by Ansel Adams, jack Kirby, and Trent Reznor.  Ever the student, he likes to stay aware of the continuing technological advancements in digital photography.  His exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, December 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 11     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> December 7  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from noon to 7:00 pm.     Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -       000Berkeley College Announces December EventsPress Release110565Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/18/2010201011/18/2010201011/18/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE MAKES THANKSGIVING DONATION</div> <div align="center">TO FAMILY PROMISE OF BERGEN COUNTY</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="320" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/thanksgiving_drive.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College Admissions Associates, Paramus Campus, Chris Brundage and Katie Gensinger assemble nonperishable food items to donate to Family Promise of Bergen County for the Thanksgiving holiday. Family Promise, based in Teaneck, provides shelter, food and companionship to homeless families and those in need. Berkeley College associates donated instant mashed potatoes, stuffing and canned vegetables, as well as made monetary donations to purchase a turkey for the organization. “Berkeley College values its relationships with the community at-large, and by working together we hope to create happy Thanksgiving memories for many local families,” said Berkeley College Director of Admissions, Paramus Campus, Elaine Coleman.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Makes Thanksgiving Donation to Family Promise of Bergen CountyPress Release110544Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/17/2010201011/17/2010201011/17/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">WORLD WAR II TUSKEGEE AIRMAN SPEAKS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div align="center">IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2010_photos/Tuskegee2.jpg" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption A: TSgt. Shade M. Lee of the World War II Tuskegee Airmen speaks at a Veterans Day ceremony at the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ, as Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (right) looks on. TSgt. Lee told stories of his time as a communications chief and flightline technical inspector during the war, when segregation pervaded the military and the country. TSgt. Lee is the recipient of a Congressional Gold Medal and he was directly involved with the desegregation of Air Force bases. Berkeley College military students and staff also were honored at the ceremony.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="155" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2010_photos/Tuskegee1.jpg" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption B (L to R): Berkeley College Assistant Vice President, Military and Veterans Affairs, Richard E. Robitaille, EdD; TSgt. Shade M. Lee of the World War II Tuskegee Airmen; and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. TSgt. Lee spoke at a Veterans Day ceremony at the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ, during which Berkeley College military students and staff were honored.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>    000World War II Tuskegee Airman Speaks at Berkeley College in Honor of Veterans DayPress Release110541Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/15/2010201011/15/2010201011/15/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   6th ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW<o:p></o:p> RAISES $25,000 FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Car enthusiasts from across the tri-state area visited the Berkeley College Paramus Campus on October 24 for the 6th Annual Charity Car Show. The show featured nearly 300 classic and collector cars, and it raised more than $25,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. <o:p> </o:p> “Thanks to a matching donation from Berkeley College and the involvement of many volunteers, this year’s Charity Car Show shattered records from previous shows and raised a significant amount of money for this worthy cause,” said Berkeley College Senior Director of Enrollment Robert Oddo, who organized the event.   <o:p> </o:p> The Charity Car Show featured a blood drive, clowns, an a cappella singing group, and a Halloween costume contest.  The show was supported by a team of Berkeley College associates and students along with their families and friends.    <o:p> </o:p> Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States, and 70,000 people worldwide. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark.  And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains.  Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/carshow1.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/carshow2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Nearly 300 classic and collector cars were on display at the 6th Annual Charity Car Show at the Berkeley College Paramus Campus, NJ.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     0006th Annual Berkeley College Charity Car Show Raises $25,000 for Cystic Fibrosis FoundationPress Release110514Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/12/2010201011/12/2010201011/12/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> COMMUNITY DISCUSSES RESULTS AT 9TH ANNUAL POST-ELECTION ANALYSIS EVENT SPONSORED BY BERKELEY COLLEGE <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/post_election_event.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> Photo Caption (L to R): Moderator Phil Kirschner, President, New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA); Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Teri Duda; Panelists Roger Bodman, Esq. (R), and Bill Maer, Esq. (D), of Public Strategies Impact; and Deputy Superintendent of Elections, Passaic County, Robert J. DeMers, Esq., at the 9th Annual Post-Election Analysis and Networking Event held at the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ. Mr. DeMers began the event by providing an overview of the election turnout. Panel moderator Mr. Kirschner currently leads NJBIA, the nation’s largest statewide employer association with 22,000 member companies. The panelists, Bill Maer and Roger Bodman, discussed the political strategies and economic situations that led to national and local election results, as well as redistricting possibilities in the State of New Jersey. Mr. Bodman has appeared as a political commentator for New Jersey Network for more than 20 years. He managed former Gov. Tom Kean’s successful 1981 campaign for Governor and served as State Commissioner of Transportation and State Commissioner of Labor. Mr. Maer served as an Aide to former Gov. James Florio and as Chief of Staff to U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Community Discusses Results at 9th Annual Berkeley College Post-Election Analysis EventPress Release110513Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/12/2010201011/12/2010201011/12/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ROBERT ODDO AS SENIOR DIRECTOR OF ENROLLMENT </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Robert Oddo as Senior Director of Enrollment. In this role, Mr. Oddo will oversee the Corporate Learning Partnership Program and Berkeley College Online Admissions.</div> <div> </div> <div>“In his seven years as Director of Admissions, Mr. Oddo has guided the growth of the Paramus Campus,” said Berkeley College Vice President of Enrollment Christine G. Richard. “His ability to build strong relationships with students, associates and local organizations will serve him well in his new role.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Oddo began his career at Berkeley College in 2003 as Director of Admissions at the Paramus Campus where he was responsible for leading the Admissions staff, working with prospective students and facilitating campus events. In 2005 he founded the Charity Car Show, an exhibition that each year unites the College and the community at-large in a philanthropic effort.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Oddo is a graduate of Leadership Berkeley, a training program that enhances leadership capabilities, and he has received the Berkeley College Associate of the Year Award for Leadership, the Associate of the Year Award for Teamwork, and the President’s Award for Excellence and Commitment.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Oddo holds a BS in Business Administration from Ramapo College of New Jersey.</div> <div> </div> <div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls nearly 9,000 students —including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">  <img class="" height="236" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/rob_oddo.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> Photo Caption: Robert Oddo has been appointed Senior Director of Enrollment for Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Robert Oddo as Senior Director of EnrollmentPress Release110512Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/10/2010201011/10/2010201011/10/20102010Berkeley College Announces Winner of "Show Your Berkeley Pride" Photo Contest <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES WINNER OF THE  “SHOW YOUR BERKELEY PRIDE” PHOTO CONTEST </div> <img class="" height="100" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/berkeleypridecontest.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Atiyya Hatcher (left) of Irvington, a student at the Berkeley College Newark Campus, is the winner of the “Show Your Berkeley Pride” photo contest. Also pictured is Assistant Vice President, Business and Auxiliary Services, Robert Fishbein. In this inaugural Berkeley College Social Media contest students were asked to post photos of themselves wearing Berkeley College apparel to the College Facebook page. The winning photo was the one that received the most votes. A total of 43 photos were posted and 2,884 votes were registered. Ms. Hatcher’s winning photo received 434 votes and she was presented with an Apple iPad.  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2010_photos/tia_final.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Atiyya Hatcher of Irvington, NJ, a student at the Berkeley College Newark Campus, won first place with this photo that was entered in the “Show Your Berkeley Pride” photo contest. This was the inaugural Berkeley College Social Media contest. Ms. Hatcher accumulated 434 votes for her winning photo and was presented with an Apple iPad.                                                                                           -end- 000Berkeley College Announces Winner of "Show Your Berkeley Pride" Photo ContestPress Release110495Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/9/2010201011/9/2010201011/9/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE BROOKLYN CAMPUS GAINS APPROVAL FROM NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce that the Board of Regents of the New York State Education Department has approved its application for a new campus in Brooklyn, NY.  The Brooklyn Campus, located at 255 Duffield Street in the downtown business district, is now open and will offer Bachelor’s degree programs to students beginning in January. </div> <div> </div> <div>“Berkeley College is proud to open a campus in Brooklyn,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “This campus will continue to strengthen our community partnerships and offer access not only to a great undergraduate teaching and learning experience, but also to excellent career preparation for our future workforce.” </div> <div> </div> <div>The newly renovated 25,000 square feet of space at the Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus offers access to a variety of state-of-the-art facilities. These include wireless computer access, modern classrooms, computer labs and a library, mathematics and writing labs in the Academic Support Center, a bookstore, student lounge, and many other student services. Staff members are available on-site to conduct tours and help prospective students and families with the admission process.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 8,000 students — including 665 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img class="" height="301" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/brooklyn_campus.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption: The newest location of Berkeley College is in the heart of the downtown Brooklyn Business District, at 255 Duffield Street.   - end - 000Berkeley College Brooklyn Campus Gains Approval from New York State Education DepartmentPress Release110484Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/8/2010201011/8/2010201011/8/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ANDY DESTEPHANO AS ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, NEW YORK</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy DeStephano as Assistant Athletic Director, New York. In this role, he will oversee day-to-day operations of growing athletic programs at the New York campuses, as well as guide the development of new programs.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Mr. DeStephano has been a dedicated Instructor at Berkeley College for the past several years,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian Maher. “His commitment to Berkeley College students, partnered with his substantial coaching credentials, will make him a strong asset to our athletic programs in New York.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. DeStephano has been an Adjunct Instructor, Management, School of Business, at Berkeley College since 2008. He previously served as Men’s Basketball Coach at Centenary College in Hackettstown, NJ, where he was the youngest Head Coach in the program’s 19-year history.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. DeStephano also has served as Assistant Coach at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH; Associate Head Coach at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, NY; and Assistant Coach at Suffolk County Community College, Western Campus, in Brentwood, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>He has extensive experience with athletic camps and has served as an owner, director, guest lecturer, coach and counselor, among other positions. Mr. DeStephano holds an MBA from Centenary College and a BS in Sports Management from St. John’s University, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="230" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2010_Photos/AndyDeStephano.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Andy DeStephano as Assistant Athletic Director, New York.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Andy DeStephano as Assistant Athletic Director, New YorkPress Release110879Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/1/2010201012/6/2010201012/6/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES  NATIONAL DISTANCE LEARNING WEEK </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce its celebration of National Distance Learning Week, November 8-12, 2010. Sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association, National Distance Learning Week promotes and celebrates the tremendous growth and accomplishments occurring today in distance learning programs offered by schools and colleges, businesses, and governmental departments. The Berkeley College Online National Distance Learning Week celebration includes:</div> <div> </div> <div>- The Berkeley College Online Sample Course - Finding Out if Online Learning Is Right for You - A Virtual Open House - Five Career Webinars designed to help you jump start your job search.</div> <div>Each webinar is one hour from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Schedule and topics include:</div> <div>November 8 – Resumes</div> <div>November 9 – Letters of introduction, cover letters, and e-mails</div> <div>November 10 – How to find opportunities – CareerZone, LinkedIn, and networking</div> <div>November 11 – Interviews</div> <div>November 12 – Thank-you letters and follow-up - Online Scavenger Hunt Berkeley College students and alumni experience the world of online learning through this Berkeley College Online virtual game. Participants who submit responses to questions have an opportunity to win a $100 gift card from the Berkeley College Bookstore. - Faculty Symposium</div> <div>Berkeley College Online faculty members are celebrating National Distance Learning Week with an all-day symposium on Monday, November 8, at the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ, for faculty who teach online at Berkeley College. Proceedings include guest speaker W. Scott Lewis of the National Center for Higher Education Risk Management, who will present Law 101 for Online Faculty in the morning. Afternoon sessions will be presented by Berkeley College faculty and staff. In addition, the Academic Support Center, Advisement, Student Development and Campus Life, Career Services, Library, Information Systems and the Bookstore will host tables with information for faculty in the afternoon.  - Berkeley College Online Bookstore Celebrates Distance Learning In addition, the Berkeley College Online Bookstore will be offering free shipping on all items purchased during National Distance Learning Week. Go to: <a href="http://bookstore.berkeleycollege.edu/">http://Bookstore.BerkeleyCollege.edu/</a>. Berkeley College students and alumni are invited to participate in the Berkeley College National Distance Learning Week Essay Contest. Participants are invited to submit a 250-500 word essay on the topic, “How has online learning enhanced your experiences at Berkeley College?” to <a href="mailto:essay@BerkeleyCollege.edu">essay@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> by November 14, for a chance to win a $150 (first prize) or $100 gift certificate to the Berkeley College Bookstore.</div> <div> </div> <div>For more information, go to <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/Online/ndlw/">http://berkeleycollege.edu/Online/ndlw/</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls nearly 9,000 students — including more than 800 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>    000Berkeley College Celebrates National Distance Learning WeekPress Release110374Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/28/2010201010/28/2010201010/28/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE AND BURLINGTON COUNTY COLLEGE PARTNER TO CREATE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College and Burlington County College (BCC) have entered into a partnership that will help students make the most of their academic careers. The articulation agreement allows students enrolled in eligible Associate’s degree programs at BCC to continue into Bachelor’s degree programs at Berkeley College.</div> <div> </div> <div>“A quality education allows individuals to distinguish themselves in today’s competitive job market,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “This partnership makes it easy for students with an Associate’s degree to take the next step on the path to success.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The articulation agreement will benefit students pursuing degrees in accounting, business administration, criminal justice and fashion, among other fields.</div> <div> </div> <div>“We are always pleased to expand the transfer opportunities for our students. With so many fields of study, Berkeley College is a great resource for the growing number of students who wish to pursue a Bachelor’s degree,” said BCC President Robert C. Messina, Jr., PhD.</div> <div> </div> <div>BCC, Burlington County’s only institution of higher education, provides outstanding opportunities for diverse individuals looking for a fast entry into the job market, or those who desire a high quality start to a four-year degree. With campuses in Pemberton and Mt. Laurel, and centers in Willingboro, Mt. Holly, Bordentown and the Joint Base MDL, BCC serves the people and business community of New Jersey's largest geographic county by offering programs from many accessible locations including online courses and degree programs. The College offers a full range of student services, associate's degree programs, numerous transfer opportunities, professional-technical career development programs, and certifications in technology and management, as well as personal, cultural and recreational enrichment programs. BCC has more than 10,000 credit and 12,000 non-credit students.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of nearly 9,000 students, including more than 800 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark, three New York campuses in Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  <img class="" height="201" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bcc_articulation_agreement.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): Burlington County College (BCC) President Robert C. Messina, Jr., PhD, and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, celebrate the signing of an articulation agreement that allows students enrolled in eligible Associate’s degree programs at BCC to continue into Bachelor’s degree programs at Berkeley College.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College and Burlington County College Partner to Create Educational OpportunityPress Release110320Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/25/2010201010/25/2010201010/25/20102010  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE ALUMNI ATTEND 10-YEAR REUNION OF NEW YORK TIMES INTERNS <img alt="" height="190" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/ny_times_10_year_intern_reunion.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College graduates were among those who recently attended a reunion for the New York Times EARN internship program, formerly PDC. The New York Times welcomed current and former interns who have contributed to the program over the past 10 years, and who now are employed at the New York Times or with other organizations. “It is an honor for these interns to be recognized by such a respected industry leader,” said Berkeley College Vice President of External Affairs Kevin Hill at the celebration. Left to right are former New York Times interns and Berkeley College graduates Keisha Holder of Manhattan, NY, and Nancy Drepaul of North Bergen, NJ; and Berkeley College Vice President of External Affairs Kevin Hill. - end - 000Berkeley College Alumni Attend New York Times Intern ReunionPress Release110295Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/22/2010201010/22/2010201010/22/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS BETH COYLE, EdD, AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, ADMINISTRATION </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Beth Coyle, EdD, as Senior Vice President, Administration. In this role, Dr. Coyle will oversee the Campus Operating Officers and Operations. The position provides leadership for campus administrative functions, buildings and grounds management, and safety and security for the College. </div> <div> </div> <div>“The newly established Office of Administration serves as a continuation of the evaluation and restructuring of our institution,” Dr. Cortes said. “Dr. Coyle has served in a variety of leadership roles at our New York and New Jersey Campuses, as well as Berkeley College Online. She has the experience, dedication, and talent needed to lead this new office as we continue to grow and expand.” </div> <div> Dr. Coyle began her career at Berkeley College in 2004, as the Director for Business and Auxiliary Services. Over the years she has served as Campus Operating Officer for the Garret Mountain Campus, NJ; Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs for the New York Campuses; Interim Dean, Berkeley College Online; and Associate Provost, Academic Support and Administration. Dr. Coyle is a recipient of the Berkeley College Associate of the Year Award for Adaptability.  Dr. Coyle holds an EdD from Nova Southeastern University; an MA in Human Services Administration from Rider University; and a BA in Communications from Trenton State College (now The College of New Jersey).  A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls more than 8,000 students — including 665 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="250" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/beth_coyle.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> Photo Caption: Beth Coyle, EdD, has been appointed Senior Vice President, Administration, for Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Beth Coyle, EdD, as Senior Vice President, AdministrationPress Release110244Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/20/2010201010/20/2010201010/20/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Artist Yvette Sikorsky  <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Art is a Whirlwind of Energy and Enthusiasm    <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>                                     Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Yvette Sikorsky at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Her exhibit will be on display from November 1 through 26.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, November 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.     <o:p> </o:p> Now a New York City resident, Ms. Sikorsky was born and educated in Paris, France.  Following in the artistic footsteps of her parents, she began her career in the mid 1950s, studying at the Ecole des Beaux Arts and exhibiting at her uncle’s gallery, Salon Violet.  <o:p> </o:p> She labels her early work as “academic” until the 1980s when she began creating abstracts that received critical acclaim at the Paris International Exhibition.  Critics call her an abstract-expressionist, but she prefers to describe her work as “wind-blown motifs.”  Ms. Sikorsky says, “After years of experimentation, I came upon a technique of sensuous abstraction that explores color and form.  The images strike the viewer visually to reveal a true sense of design.  The use of luminous colors plays across the spectrum while balancing a complex tension in design.” <o:p> </o:p> As one might gather from her turbulent images, Ms. Sikorsky is a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm.  Having had numerous group exhibitions throughout New York, and particularly in SoHo’s row of prestigious galleries, she has also received enthusiastic praise for her one-woman shows in New York, Paris, and Connecticut.  The artist is listed in the Encyclopedia of Living Artists as well as ranked among Manhattan Arts magazine’s “Artists of the 1990s.” <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="148" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sikorsky_icy_pond.jpg" width="200" /> <o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption:   “Icy Pond,” one of artist Yvette Sikorsky’s paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from November 1 through 26.              - end -     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Artist Yvette SikorskyPress Release110218Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/18/2010201010/18/2010201010/18/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.        <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <o:p></o:p></h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> NOVEMBER EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain,  44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: <o:p> </o:p> November 4 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> November 4 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 4 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 4 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> LOCATIONS <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City: <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for veterans only from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested veterans immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to learn about the exceptional internship programs at Berkeley College, hear about students’ involvement in New York Fashion Week, and talk to industry leaders about where a degree in this field can take you.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WFP, text “Vogue” to 58163, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 13     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> November 8-12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In honor of National Distance Learning Week, the Berkeley College Career Services Department will conduct a weeklong series of webinars aimed at jumpstarting a career search.  Sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association, National Distance Learning Week seeks to promote and celebrate the tremendous growth and accomplishments occurring today in distance learning programs offered by schools and colleges, businesses, and governmental departments.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The webinars will run from 6:00 to 7:00 pm and cover: November 8 –  Resumes November 9 –  Letters of introduction, cover letters, and e-mails November 10 – How to find opportunities – CareerZone, LinkedIn, and networking November 11 – Interviews November 12 – Thank-you letters and follow-up <o:p> </o:p> To join, please go to <a href="http://connectpro97104357.na5.acrobat.com/careerwebinarseries/">http://connectpro97104357.na5.acrobat.com/careerwebinarseries/</a>  If you wish to test your connection go to:  <a href="http://connectpro97104257.na5.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm">http://connectpro97104257.na5.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm</a>.  To get a quick overview, go to <a href="http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overview">http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overview</a>. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 9     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  To join, please go to <a href="https://my.webex.com/join">https://my.webex.com/join</a>.  The meeting ID is #48679185.  You can also dial in at 1-866-469-3239.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -       000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release110188Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/13/2010201010/13/2010201010/13/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE FEATURED IN 2010 'GUIDE TO MILITARY-FRIENDLY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES' </div> <div>Berkeley College is again recognized for its outstanding military programs and veteran support services in the 2010 “Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities,” published by Military Advanced Education, a journal of higher learning for servicemen and women. </div> <div> </div> <div>Since launching its Office of Military and Veterans Affairs in June 2009, this is the second time the College has been recognized. The December 2010 issue of Military Advanced Education will feature an article about the College and its efforts to support students who are veterans and active members of the military.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Berkeley College is not only military-friendly in the programs offered to students, but also in the ways we show appreciation for troops at home and abroad,” said Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard E. Robitaille, EdD. “Last year, the College sent 2,400 holiday cards to troops serving overseas. In addition, Berkeley faculty, staff and students will march in this year’s Veterans Day Parade in New York City.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, which allows as many as 1,550 of its students to have their tuition and fees covered each academic year. The College also collaborates on educational ventures with the National Guard; the Air Force at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ; the GoArmyEd distance learning program; and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. </div> <div> </div> <div>In 2010, the College launched CVET, the Berkeley College Combat Veterans Education Partnership, designed to meet the academic and career goals of combat veterans. For more information on the program, visit www.cvet.com.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls more than 8,000 students — including 665 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Featured in 2010 'Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities'Press Release110182Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2010201010/12/2010201010/12/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS NEW SIGNS TO WOODLAND PARK MAYOR AND BOROUGH COUNCIL</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="138" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/woodland_park_sign.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Representatives of Berkeley College and Woodland Park recently gathered to celebrate the installation of seven signs that welcome visitors and residents to the Borough. In April, Berkeley College presented a check to sponsor the purchase of the signs. Pictured at the corner of Glover and McBride avenues in the Borough are (left to right) Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Teri Duda; Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing; Woodland Park Councilwoman Rita Pascrell; Woodland Park Councilman Joseph Spinelli; and Woodland Park Mayor Pat Lepore.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Presents New Signs to Woodland Park Mayor and Borough CouncilPress Release110176Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/8/2010201010/8/2010201010/8/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS JUDITH KORNBERG, PhD, AS DEAN, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Judith Kornberg, PhD, as Dean, School of Professional Studies. In this role Dr. Kornberg will maintain academic standards, oversee the hiring of faculty, and work with other deans to support the Berkeley College mission.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Dr. Kornberg is a higher education administrator who has dedicated her career to professional development,” said Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs, Marianne Vakalis, EdD. “As Dean, she will ensure that students in the School of Professional Studies gain practical knowledge and develop the skills necessary to achieve successful careers.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Kornberg most recently served as Dean, Continuing and Professional Studies, at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. She previously served as Dean, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, as well as Director, School of Continuing Education and Professional Development, at Purchase College, SUNY.</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Kornberg has been an instructor in topics such as American foreign policy, Chinese politics and international relations, and has worked with the US Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) on community policing and leadership projects.</div> <div> </div> <div>She is co-author of “China in World Politics: Policies, Processes, Prospects” (2005) and co-editor of “Rethinking Empowerment: Politics, Strategies and Women in the Developing World” (2002).</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Kornberg holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT; an MA in History from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL; and a BA in History from the State University of New York in Binghamton, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls more than 8,000 students — including 665 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="240" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/judith_kornberg.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Judith Kornberg, PhD, as Dean, School of Professional Studies.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Judith Kornberg, PhD, as Dean, School of Professional StudiesPress Release110124Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/4/2010201010/4/2010201010/4/20102010Berkeley College Appoints Online Chairs for School of Business and School of Liberal Arts <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ONLINE CHAIRS FOR SCHOOLS OF BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointments of Al Widman, DPS, as Chair, Online, School of Business and Marilyn Kulik, PhD, as Chair, Online, School of Liberal Arts. The responsibilities of online chairs include, in part, overseeing the recruitment and management of online faculty, curriculum, student advisement, and professional development. In addition Drs. Widman and Kulik will teach a limited number of online courses.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“These are new positions for Berkeley College and reflect the continued growth and success of the online program,” said Berkeley College Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs, Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD. “Dr. Widman and Dr. Kulik both have strong backgrounds in online teaching and learning and will continue to play significant roles in the design and implementation of online courses.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Dr. Widman served as Chair of the Management Department, NY, from 1998 to 2005. Since 2007 he has been teaching online management courses. Dr. Widman holds a BA degree in Psychology and Urban Affairs from SUNY Buffalo; a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Nonprofit Management and Project Management from Syracuse University; and a DPS degree in Business Management and Financial Management from Pace University, New York City. Dr. Kulik has had eight years of experience developing and teaching more that 50 online and blended courses in the social sciences using the Blackboard course management system. She served three years as Chair of the Liberal Arts and Sciences Department, and recently began writing a faculty blog, “Where in the World is Professor Kulik?” on the Berkeley College website. Dr. Kulik holds a BA degree in Sociology from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, Pomona, NJ; and an MA and PhD in Social Anthropology from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls more than 8,000 students --including 665 international students -- in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations -- Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. And in New Jersey there are four locations -- Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">  <img class="" height="113" alt="" width="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/al_widman.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has named Al Widman, DPS, as Chair, Online, School of Business. <img class="" height="213" alt="" width="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/marilyn_kulik.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has named Marilyn Kulik, PhD, as Chair, Online, School of Liberal Arts.                                                                                      -end-</div>    000Berkeley College Appoints Online Chairs for School of Business and School of Liberal ArtsPress Release110111Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/29/201020109/29/201020109/29/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS EDWIN HUGHES, EdD, AS VICE PRESIDENT, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College is proud to announce the appointment of Edwin Hughes, EdD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. In this role, Dr. Hughes will provide leadership and coordinate the efforts of the Student Development and Campus Life offices in New York and New Jersey, and Berkeley College Online.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The Berkeley College Student Development team continues to enhance the quality of programming offered to our students,” said Senior Vice President for Student Success, Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “As someone who has the respect of both staff and students, Dr. Hughes will be successful in leading these efforts.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Hughes began his career at Berkeley College in 2004 as a faculty member and was appointed Dean of Academic Affairs, New Jersey, in 2005. He most recently served as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New Jersey.</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Hughes holds an EdD from Dowling College, an MBA from Rutgers University, and a BA from the College of the Holy Cross.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and enrolls more than 8,000 students —including 665 international students — in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey locations — Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. And in New York there are four locations — Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields. The website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="263" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/edwin_hughes.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Edwin Hughes, EdD, has been appointed Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life, for Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Edwin Hughes, EdD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus LifePress Release110046Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201020109/27/201020109/27/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> BERKELEY COLLEGE HOSTS UNDER THE TENT EVENT;<o:p></o:p> HONORS SUPPORTERS OF PASSAIC COUNTY 200 CLUB <o:p></o:p> As more than 100 area chambers of commerce members gathered to network at the 4th Annual Under the Tent event held Tuesday, September 14, at the Garret Mountain Campus of Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ, participants recognized Vincent Olivo as Berkeley College presented an award honoring him for his service to Woodland Park and the Passaic County 200 Club. Mr. Olivo is retired from the Passaic County Firemen’s Association and Treasurer Emeritus of the Passaic County 200 Club.  Festivities at the event also included an award presentation from Passaic County 200 Club President Chris Schultz to Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Teri Duda, for her years of dedication and commitment to the Passaic County 200 Club and its Board. <o:p> </o:p> The Passaic County 200 Club provides financial assistance and help to families of fallen firefighters, police and other emergency personnel as they cope with the loss of their loved ones. <o:p> <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/vincent_olivo_award.jpg" width="300" /></o:p> Caption A:  Mr. Vincent Olivo shares a moment with Berkeley College Associate Laura DeMers after receiving an award from the College that honored him for community service to the Township of Woodland Park and the Passaic County 200 Club.  The presentation took place at the 4th Annual Under the Tent networking event held at Berkeley College September 14 at the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ. <o:p> <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/teri_duda_award.jpg" width="300" /> </o:p> Caption B:  Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Teri Duda (right), received a plaque from Passaic County 200 Club President Chris Schultz which recognized Ms. Duda’s  service to the mission and board of the 200 Club of Passaic County. at the 4th Annual Under the Tent networking event held at Berkeley College September 14 at the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ. <o:p> </o:p> - End -     000Berkeley College Hosts Under the Tent Event; Honors Supporters of Passaic County 200 ClubPress Release110045Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/27/201020109/27/201020109/27/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT VETERANS TO MARCH IN NYC VETERANS DAY PARADE   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">Berkeley College is proud to announce that the Berkeley Troops, a newly recognized as a member chapter of the national Student Veterans of America (SVA) coalition, has been accepted to march in this year’s Veterans Day Parade in New York City, NY.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">“The students are enthusiastic about this opportunity,” said Rachel Hodgson, MSEd, NCC, Berkeley College Coordinator of Veterans Support Services in the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs.  “Student motivation has enabled our young group to organize this network. The administration also has been wonderful with its support.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">The officers for the SVA chapter are Edwin Gomez of the Bronx, president; Fred Quinones, vice president; and Tamika Thompson, secretary, both of Brooklyn, NY</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">Berkeley College is a Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC). SOC is a consortium of colleges and universities dedicated to helping servicemembers and their families get college degrees.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">A leader in business education for 80 years, Berkeley College enrolls more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New York locations -- Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, Brooklyn, and White Plains. New Jersey also has four locations -- Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. Berkeley College Online also offers full degree programs. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> <img height="150" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/studentvetassoc.jpg" /> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">Photo Caption: The newly formed national chapter of the Student Veterans of America at Berkeley College, known as the Berkeley Troops, has been accepted to march in this year’s Veterans Day Parade in New York City, NY. Officers (left to right) areEdwin Gomez, president; Tamika Thompson, secretary, and Fred Quinones, vice president.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">-end-</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div>    000Berkeley College Student Veterans to March in New York City Veterans Day ParadePress Release110008Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/23/201020109/23/201020109/23/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Artist Dawn Henning <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Art Embraces Love of Patterns and Color  <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>                                     Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Dawn Henning at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Her exhibit will be on display from October 4 through 29.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, October 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Henning currently lives and works in Brooklyn, NY.  She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the School of Visual Arts, New York, NY, in Painting.  She has studied woodblock printing techniques at Parsons School of Design and lithography at Pratt Institute.     <o:p>Berkeley College has exhibited Ms. Henning’s work three times in the past at its Midtown Campus Gallery.  The artist had a solo show at the Visual Arts Gallery, New York, NY.  Her  group shows include:  the Drawing Center, New York, NY;  the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC; the Santa Monica Museum of Art, Santa Monica, CA: and the American Center, Paris, France.  In 2004, she participated in “Virtuosos: Art Ensemble,” an interesting collaboration between musicians and visual artists. At the show, her Yellow Bird artwork was chosen as the concert lead and finale as well as the cover of the event program.  </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In speaking about her art, Ms. Henning says, “The subtlety of patterns in natural forms and the colors as they appear in the natural world interest me.  That juxtaposed with my love of patterns and color in textiles and the material world is the basis for much of my visual exploration.  I have always been interested in our relationship with nature.” She has been influenced greatly by her years working as a printmaker.  Paper is her favorite surface on which to paint, and she often paints in layers working with the residue of pigment that gets trapped within the fibers.  “In addition, my love of birds and their gift of flight is a recurring theme in much of my work, often used as a metaphor for life.”    For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/love-dawnhenning.jpg" width="207" /> <o:p>Photo Caption:   “Love,” one of artist Dawn Henning’s paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from October 4 through 29.                                                                                                                          - end - </o:p>   000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Artist Dawn HenningPress Release110006Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/23/201020109/23/201020109/23/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES PROCEEDS FROM CHARITY BALL TO CHILDREN’S VILLAGE IN DOBBS FERRY, NY <img class="" height="200" alt="" width="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/charityballwst.jpg" /> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life, Westchester Campus in White Plains, NY, recently hosted a Charity Ball at Antun’s of Westchester to benefit Children’s Village in Dobbs Ferry, NY. The mission of the nonprofit organization is to help society’s most vulnerable children so that they become educationally proficient, economically productive, and socially responsible members of their communities. Attending the ball left to right are Berkeley College students Shandricka Davis of Dallas, TX, and Narine Hastings of Tappan, NY. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> </div> </div> </div> 000Berkeley College Donates Proceeds From Charity Ball to Children's Village in Dobbs Ferry, NYPress Release109959Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/17/201020109/17/201020109/17/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our locations in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <o:p></o:p></h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> OCTOBER EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY LOCATIONS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> October 24<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   Berkeley College will sponsor its 6th Annual Charity Car Show from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (rain date October 31).  All proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  Car enthusiasts are invited to register their vehicles for display.  Pre-registration fee is $15 through October 15.  All pre-registered participants will receive a participation trophy.  On-site registration fee is $20.  Food and beverages are available.  For registration/donation forms and for more information, contact Tracy Welch at 201-967-9667, ext. 1706, or go to <a href="https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf">https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf</a>.   <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> LOCATIONS <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, 255 Duffield Street, Brooklyn:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City: <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 16    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> October 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> October 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College will offer a General Information Session from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  This School was established to provide guidance and support to adult and non-traditional students pursuing Bachelor’s, Associate’s, and Certificate programs.  Students attending this session will receive information to assist them in reaching their goals and attaining academic success.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WC9.    <o:p> </o:p> - end -         000Berkeley College Announces October EventsPress Release109950Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/14/201020109/14/201020109/14/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS LINDA PINSKY MAURO AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER, GARRET MOUNTAIN CAMPUS</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Pinsky Mauro as Campus Operating Officer for the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ. In this role, she will oversee day-to-day operations, campus expansion, and staff and student retention, among other responsibilities. She also will monitor policies relating to personnel, including training and professional development programs.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Ms. Pinsky Mauro is a highly effective leader who is committed to the students of Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration, Lee Miara. “I am confident the Garret Mountain Campus will thrive under her direction.” </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Pinsky Mauro most recently served Berkeley College as Associate Vice President of Enrollment. She received the Associate of the Year award in Leadership in 2002 and was an honorable mention recipient of the Associate of the Year award for Excellence in 2006.  She holds a BS in Fashion Advertising and Communications from SUNY Oneonta and the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.  A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="214" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/linda_pinsky.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Linda Pinsky Mauro as Campus Operating Officer for the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Linda Pinsky Mauro as Campus Operating Officer, Garret Mountain CampusPress Release109896Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/13/201020109/13/201020109/13/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS CONRAD WALKER AS CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER FOR NEW BROOKLYN LOCATION</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Conrad Walker as Campus Operating Officer for its soon-to-open Brooklyn location. In this role Mr. Walker will oversee preparation of the new facilities, as well as handle day-to-day operations and monitor personnel once the location officially opens.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Mr. Walker has the experience and commitment to lead the Brooklyn campus community,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “He understands the academic needs of our students, and as a resident of Brooklyn he understands the importance of incorporating the community's energy and spirit with our campus life."</div> <div> </div> <div>Most recently, Mr. Walker served as Berkeley College Associate Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York, where he managed initiatives in the Student Activities, Counseling and Residential Life areas. He has held numerous other Student Development and Campus Life positions during his time at Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Walker also has served as an Adjunct Instructor in the Cooperative Education Department at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Walker holds an MA in Higher Education Administration from New York University and a BS in Management Information Systems from Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has three New York locations in Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="250" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/conrad_walker.jpg" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Conrad Walker as Campus Operating Officer for the Brooklyn location.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>    000Berkeley College Appoints Conrad Walker as Campus Operating Officer for New Brooklyn LocationPress Release109825Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/8/201020109/8/201020109/8/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE SUPPORTS SEASIDE SUMMER  CONCERT SERIES IN BROOKLYN</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="126" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/seaside_concert_series.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently served as a sponsor of the Seaside Summer Concert Series, held at Asser Levy/Seaside Park in Brooklyn, NY. The series, now in its 32nd year, featured performers such as The Beach Boys, Aretha Franklin, and The B-52s during its 2010 season. Left to right are Berkeley College Faculty Member, Paralegal Studies and Justice Studies, School of Professional Studies, Gavin Goldstein, Esq.; Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz; and Berkeley College Faculty Member, Accounting, School of Business, Geoffrey Goldstein, CPA, CISA. </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Supports Seaside Summer Concert Series in BrooklynPress Release109747Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/20/201020109/1/201020109/1/20102010Berkeley College Interior Design Department Hosts Textile Class at Paterson Museum <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="text-align: center"> <div style="text-align: left">                                 <meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId" /> <meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator" /> <meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator" /> <link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5CVera%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /><style type="text/css"> </style> <div align="center"> </div> <div style="font-family: Arial" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT</div> <div style="font-family: Arial" align="center">HOSTS TEXTILE CLASS AT PATERSON MUSEUM</div> </div> </div> <img class="" height="100" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/spinneybeck.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption A: Sharon O’Rourke of Spinneybeck Leather shows some samples to Berkeley College interior design students during a recent textile class at the Paterson Museum. Highlights included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the museum. Nine students were recognized for outstanding achievement during a special presentation. Spinneybeck Leather co-sponsored the class along with Knoll Textiles, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co.  <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/mohawk.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption B: Jim Cabanas of Mohawk Industries discussescarpet samples with Berkeley College interior design student Emma Petersson during a recent textile class at the Paterson Museum. Highlights included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the museum. Nine students were recognized for outstanding achievement during a special presentation. Spinneybeck Leather co-sponsored the class along with Knoll Textiles, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> 000Berkeley College Interior Design Department Hosts Textile Class at Paterson MuseumPress Release109559Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/19/201020108/19/201020108/19/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE ADMINISTRATOR COMPLETES 2010 HERS BRYN MAWR SUMMER INSTITUTE</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Planning, and Chief of Staff to the President Linda Luciano recently graduated from the HERS Bryn Mawr Summer Institute. A 35-year partnership between Bryn Mawr College and Higher Education Resource Services (HERS), the Summer Institute is a professional development program dedicated to advancing women leaders in higher education administration. </div> <div> </div> <div>Seventy-two participants from 59 institutions across the United States were selected to attend. This year’s focus was “Women’s Leadership in Times of Crisis: Leveraging Our Responses for Institutional Renewal.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Luciano holds an MBA in Marketing from Seton Hall University and a BS in Business Administration from Caldwell College. She is the recipient of the Caldwell College Veritas Award for Excellence in Health Administration.</div> <div> </div> <div>In her roles as Associate Vice President, Planning, and Chief of Staff to the President, Ms. Luciano assists in advancing the goals of the President, provides guidance for special events and oversees the Strategic Plan. She previously served Berkeley College as Director of Planning and Assessment and Chief of Staff to the President. </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="250" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/linda_luciano.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College Associate Vice President, Planning, and Chief of Staff to the President Linda Luciano recently graduated from the HERS Bryn Mawr Summer Institute.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Administrator Completes 2010 HERS Bryn Mawr Summer InstitutePress Release109558Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/19/201020108/19/201020108/19/20102010 Berkeley College Online Students Partner With Casa De Los Angeles in Mexico   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE STUDENTS PARTNER WITH FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER IN MEXICO </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College students enrolled in an online World Cultures class recently partnered with Casa de los Angeles in Mexico as part of an Academic Service Learning project. Casa de los Angeles is a nonprofit center that supports underprivileged families by providing such services as daycare, transitional housing, a food bank and medical care. The Berkeley College students created blogs designed to educate and engage supporters and to attract volunteers to the family support center.    </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “This hands-on project, along with in-depth class discussions and reflective journals, helped enrich the study of world cultures and provided a transformative learning experience,” said Marilyn Kulik, PhD, Humanities and Social Sciences, Online, School of Liberal Arts, who taught the 12-week course.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> In an online post following the project one of the student teams wrote: “By creating this sample blog we hope to contribute ideas for bringing awareness to potential donors and volunteers to help expand the organization and help end poverty. The service project has taught us responsibility and allowed us to help strengthen a community.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Casa de los Angeles Founder Donna Quathamer said that the blog created by Berkeley College Online students will become an “integral part of the social media strategy” for the center.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “With better communication, we will be able to connect with former volunteers as well as with new supporters who have hopes of joining us,” Ms. Quathamer said. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> To read more about the Casa de los Angeles Academic Service Learning project visit Dr. Kulik’s blog at <a href="http://professorkulik.blogspot.com/2010/06/congratulations-soc-205-online-service.html">http://professorkulik.blogspot.com/2010/06/congratulations-soc-205-online-service.html</a></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="" height="209" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/casadelosangelesphoto.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Left to right are Berkeley College Director of Counseling Sandra Coppola and Berkeley College Instructor Marilyn Kulik, PhD, Humanities and Social Sciences, Online, School of Liberal Arts, during a recent visit to Casa de los Angeles in Mexico. Dr. Kulik visited the center on behalf of the students in her World Culture’s class who recently partnered with the nonprofit center for an Academic Service Learning project. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> -end-</div> </div>     000Berkeley College Online Students Partner With Casa De Los Angeles in MexicoPress Release109534Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/18/201020108/18/201020108/18/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <o:p>                                     BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <o:p></o:p></o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> SEPTEMBER EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park: <o:p> </o:p> September 1<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Financial Planners Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to equip students with invaluable skills that will allow them to excel as a Certified Financial Planner.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ.  <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> September 14<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In partnership with the Greater Paramus, Greater Paterson, North Jersey Regional, and Tri-County Chambers of Commerce, Berkeley College proudly presents “The Fourth Annual Under the Tent at Berkeley.”  This networking event, featuring great jazz, food and networking, will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  The cost is $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers.  Please RSVP by September 10 as follows:  Greater Paramus, 201-261-3344; Greater Paterson, 973-881-7300; North Jersey Regional, 973-470-9300, Tri-County, 973-831-7788; or Berkeley College, 973-278-5400, ext. 1794.    <o:p> </o:p> September 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> September 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City: <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 1<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Financial Planners Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to equip students with invaluable skills that will allow them to excel as a Certified Financial Planner.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ.  <o:p> </o:p> September 2 - 30<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Jose Acosta at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Born in San Jose, Cuba, Mr. Acosta immigrated with his family to the United States a few years later.  He has been creating art as long as he can remember and studied with John Hultberg, abstract expressionist and surrealist, who greatly influenced him. The artist has shown his work in over 300 group shows and 15 solo shows.  His exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, September 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> September 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 1<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Financial Planners Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to equip students with invaluable skills that will allow them to excel as a Certified Financial Planner.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ.  <o:p> </o:p> September 11    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE CAMPUS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> September 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a virtual Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> - end -       000Berkeley College Announces September EventsPress Release109494Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Midland Park Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> MIDLAND PARK STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Cristina LaMendola of Midland Park in Bergen County, NJ, was presented with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img alt="" height="100" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/lamendola.jpg" width="150" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Cristina LaMendola (center) of Midland Park, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department, during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta. -end-   000Midland Park Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley CollegePress Release109493Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Oradell Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> ORADELL STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Farnaz Hamedanchian of Oradell in Bergen County, NJ, was presented with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img alt="" height="100" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/hamedanchian.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Farnaz Hamedanchian (second from right) of Oradell, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta.  -end-   000Oradell Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley CollegePress Release109492Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 River Vale Students Receive Outstanding Achievement Awards From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> RIVER VALE STUDENTS RECEIVE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, students Maria Decandia and Kim Bovenschulte, both of River Vale in Bergen County, NJ, were presented with Outstanding Achievement Awards by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img alt="" height="108" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/mdecandiaidaward.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Maria Decandia (center) of River Vale, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta. <img alt="" height="99" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bovenschulte.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College student Kim Bovenschulte (center) of River Vale, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta.                                                                                                               -end-    000River Vale Students Receive Outstanding Achievement Awards From Berkeley CollegePress Release109491Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Pompton Plains Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> POMPTON PLAINS ALUMNA RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, alumna Sandra Dolin of Pompton Plains in Morris County, NJ, was presented with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img alt="" height="111" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sdolinidaward.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Alumna Sandra Dolin (center) of Pompton Plains, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta.                                                                                                                 -end-    000Pompton Plains Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley CollegePress Release109490Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Passaic Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> PASSAIC STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Emmanuel Rodriguez of Passaic in Passaic County, NJ, was presented with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div>   <img alt="" height="100" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/rodriguez.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Emmanuel Rodriguez (center) of Passaic, NJ, received an Outstanding Achievement Award from the Berkeley College Interior Design Department, during a special textile class at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum. Also pictured left to right are Interior Design faculty member Alfonso Torino, PhD; Chair, Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID; and Interior Design faculty members Ernesto Fong and Michael Valletta. -end-   000Passaic Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley CollegePress Release109489Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Little Falls Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> LITTLE FALLS STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Joseph Palladino of Little Falls in Passaic County, NJ, was recognized for outstanding achievement by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized. “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.” The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.    A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.   <div align="center"> -end-</div>     000Little Falls Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award From Berkeley CollegePress Release109488Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Kearny Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award from Berkeley College <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> KEARNY STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM  BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT </div> During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Barbara Bestone of Kearny in Hudson County, NJ, was recognized for outstanding achievement by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized. “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.” The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry.    A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.                                                                                                                       -end-     000Kearny Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award from Berkeley CollegePress Release109487Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/16/201020108/16/201020108/16/20102010 Bergenfield Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award from Berkeley College   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     <meta content="OpenOffice.org 3.2 (Win32)" name="GENERATOR" /> <style type="text/css">  </style> BERGENFIELD STUDENT RECEIVES OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT During a special textile class held for Berkeley College interior design students and alumni at the Great Falls Historic District’s Paterson Museum, student Leo Clavel of Bergenfield in Bergen County, NJ, was recognized for outstanding achievement by the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. A total of nine students were recognized. “These award recipients take very different approaches in their design concepts, but what they all have in common is the perseverance and dedication to succeed,” said Alfonso Torino, PhD, a faculty member speaking at the event on behalf of the Berkeley College Interior Design Department. “We are very proud to acknowledge their hard work.” The interior design program, which included a presentation of the history of textiles and a tour of the Paterson Museum, was sponsored in part by Knoll Textiles, Spinneybeck Leather, Mohawk Industries and Benjamin Moore & Co. Vendors from these companies attended the event and were on hand to speak with interior design students, alumni and faculty about the latest trends in the industry. A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <div align="center" style="margin-bottom: 0in">  -end-</div>       000Bergenfield Student Receives Outstanding Achievement Award from Berkeley CollegePress Release109481Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/12/201020108/12/201020108/12/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 12, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> WITH ART BY JOSE ACOSTA <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Jose Acosta at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  His exhibit will be on display from September 2 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, September 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  <o:p> </o:p> Born in San Jose, Cuba, in 1966, Mr. Acosta immigrated with his family to the United States a few years later.  He enjoyed painting from an early age and, in fact, has been creating art as long as he can remember.  In 2003, he enrolled in the Art Students League of New York to further his art education.  While there, he studied with John Hultberg, abstract expressionist and surrealist, who greatly influenced him and encouraged him to pursue his artistic vision. <o:p> </o:p> Always enthusiastic about his art, Mr. Acosta says, “I create paintings characterized by their bright colors, swirling figures, and vibrant energy.  I think my background and conditioning are the ingredients.  I am a Cuban-American and very proud of my Cuban heritage as well as my American citizenship.  Generally, my paintings depict and reflect on my history as well as my surroundings and experiences, while expressing passion from the heart, the mainspring of life.” <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Acosta started his professional career as an artist in 2004 and began to exhibit in galleries and art fairs. That same year, at his first public exhibit, the artist won Best of Show at the Dutchess County, NY, Art Fair.  He continued to exhibit widely and, to date, has shown in over 300 group shows and 15 solo shows.  The World Bank in Washington, D. C. acquired seven of his works at the International Caribbean Art Fair in New York in 2007, and the University of Pennsylvania acquired his painting, “Staying Alive,” to display in its art library in 2008.     <o:p> </o:p> The artist is presently represented by galleries in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, California, and Connecticut.  His work can be found in many public collections, including Lancome; United Cerebral Palsy; Health Families in Beacon, NY; Touro College; and the Rubin Collection. <o:p> </o:p> To view Mr. Acosta’s paintings, visit <a href="http://www.artid.com/jose">www.artid.com/jose</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/joseacosta-sirens.jpg" width="227" /> <o:p>Photo Caption:  “Sirens,” one of artist Jose Acosta’s paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from September 2 through 30.                                                                           - end - </o:p>   000Berkeley College Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Art by Jose AcostaPress Release109333Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/30/201020107/30/201020107/30/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 30, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT RECOGNIZED AS OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR BY THE LATINO INSTITUTE, INC.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="266" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/latino_institute_award.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): President and CEO of The Latino Institute, Inc., William Colón presents Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, with an award honoring him as an outstanding educator. Dr. Cortes was recognized by the nonprofit organization for his leadership in higher education and work in support of Latino students.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College President Recognized as Outstanding Educator by The Latino Institute, Inc.Press Release109331Photo ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse7/29/201020107/29/201020107/29/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 29, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE COACH LEADS NEW YORK CITY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM TO GOLD MEDAL AT EMPIRE STATE GAMES</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sharod_tomlinson.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Coach Sharod Tomlinson recently led the New York City women’s open team to the gold medal at the Empire State Games. The games are an Olympics-inspired competition between players from six areas of New York State. It was the New York City team’s first victory since 1991. “The team set its sights on the gold at the very first practice,” said Coach Tomlinson. “It was an honor to coach players with so much talent and drive.” Coach Tomlinson, a resident of Corona in Queens, NY, also coaches the Berkeley College women’s basketball team in New York. </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Coach Leads New York City Basketball Team to Gold Medal at Empire State GamesPress Release109242Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/23/201020107/23/201020107/23/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS THOMAS L. THOMAS, PHD, AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS   <o:p></o:p>     Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, as Senior Vice President for Student Success in the newly established Office for Student Success. In this role, he will oversee the offices of Student Development and Campus Life, Career Services, Residential Life, Counseling Services, and Athletics. <o:p> </o:p> “Dr. Thomas has the experience and commitment needed for Berkeley College to succeed in this new responsibility,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “His leadership will ensure that Berkeley College continues to be student-focused through supportive services and special programs designed to assist our students in their efforts to get a career focused education, earn a degree, and obtain a job in the market place.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Our goal is to have each and every student feel connected to his or her college life experience at Berkeley,” said Dr. Thomas.  “Establishing the Office for Student Success recognizes the commitment of Berkeley College to the importance of the student-centered environment here.”  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Office for Student Success ensures opportunities for student engagement through both traditional activities like sports and student government programs, as well as areas which may be new for many students.  For example, these include participating in learning communities, career skills development, leadership training, and other activities designed for personal growth.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Thomas most recently served Berkeley College as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. In this role, he provided leadership, vision and management for all student development programs, including athletics, residence life and counseling services. <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Thomas has published several articles on topics related to student development and diversity. He holds a PhD in Higher Education/Organizational Sciences and an MSE in Educational Administration from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS, and a BA in History from Washburn University in Topeka, KS.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online.  Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p>   <img class="" height="200" alt="" width="227" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/thomaslthomas.jpg" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, as Senior Vice President for Student Success.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end -    000Berkeley College Appoints Thomas L. Thomas as Senior Vice President for Student SuccessPress Release109241Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/22/201020107/22/201020107/22/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS TERI DUDA AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Teri Duda as Senior Vice President, Government Affairs. In this role, she will represent the College in its interactions with municipal, county, state and federal legislators.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Teri’s extraordinary understanding of government operations and long-established relationships with legislators make her a successful advocate for the College community,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Duda most recently served Berkeley College as Senior Vice President of External Affairs. In this role, she built partnerships and established programming in communities surrounding several campuses of the College.</div> <div> </div> <div>She currently holds board positions with the Greater Paramus Chamber of Commerce and the Newark Regional Business Partnership, among other organizations, and serves as Vice President of Education for the Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Duda recently was selected among the 2010 “Faces of New Jersey,” a project recognizing women who have a major impact on the State of New Jersey.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Duda holds a BA from San Diego State University and an MA from the University of Wisconsin. She is a Bloustein Fellow of the John Heldridge Leadership Institute on Workforce Development from Rutgers University.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="265" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/teri_duda.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Teri Duda as Senior Vice President, Government Affairs.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Teri Duda as Senior Vice President, Government AffairsPress Release109231Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/201020107/21/201020107/21/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> LEONIA STUDENT RECEIVES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Michael Rosch of Leonia in Bergen County, NJ, received his Paralegal Studies Certificate at a ceremony held in June at the New York City Midtown Campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Paralegals are responsible for research, investigation and the preparation of documents, making them a vital part of any legal team,” said Berkeley College Instructor, School of Professional Studies, Kenneth W. Husserl, JD. “Students who complete the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College enter the legal world with a solid understanding of the law and abilities that make them valuable assets to their organizations.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Monday, August 9, at 6:00 pm at the New York City Midtown Campus and on Wednesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm at the Garret Mountain Campus. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEG for more information.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="166" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/michael_rosch.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Director, Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, NY, Charlane Brown, JD; Berkeley College Dean, School of Continuing Education, Ricardo Ortegón; Michael Rosch of Leonia; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Leonia Student Receives Paralegal Studies Certificate from Berkeley CollegePress Release109230Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/201020107/21/201020107/21/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> YONKERS STUDENT RECEIVES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Daisy Oliveras of Yonkers in Westchester County, NY, received her Paralegal Studies Certificate at a ceremony held in June at the New York City Midtown Campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Paralegals are responsible for research, investigation and the preparation of documents, making them a vital part of any legal team,” said Berkeley College Instructor, School of Professional Studies, Kenneth W. Husserl, JD. “Students who complete the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College enter the legal world with a solid understanding of the law and abilities that make them valuable assets to their organizations.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Monday, August 9, at 6:00 pm at the New York City Midtown Campus and on Wednesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm at the Garret Mountain Campus. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEG for more information.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="156" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/daisy_oliveras.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Director, Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, NY, Charlane Brown, JD; Berkeley College Dean, School of Continuing Education, Ricardo Ortegón; Daisy Oliveras of Yonkers; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Yonkers Student Receives Paralegal Studies Certificate from Berkeley CollegePress Release109229Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/201020107/21/201020107/21/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BROOKLYN STUDENT RECEIVES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Spring Sauve of Brooklyn, NY, received her Paralegal Studies Certificate at a ceremony held in June at the New York City Midtown Campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Paralegals are responsible for research, investigation and the preparation of documents, making them a vital part of any legal team,” said Berkeley College Instructor, School of Professional Studies, Kenneth W. Husserl, JD. “Students who complete the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College enter the legal world with a solid understanding of the law and abilities that make them valuable assets to their organizations.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Monday, August 9, at 6:00 pm at the New York City Midtown Campus and on Wednesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm at the Garret Mountain Campus. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEG for more information.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="154" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/spring_sauve.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Director, Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, NY, Charlane Brown, JD; Berkeley College Dean, School of Continuing Education, Ricardo Ortegón; Spring Sauve of Brooklyn; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Editor’s Note: The zip code for Spring Sauve of Brooklyn, NY, is 11215.</div>   000Brooklyn Student Receives Paralegal Studies Certificate from Berkeley CollegePress Release109228Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/201020107/21/201020107/21/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BROOKLYN STUDENT RECEIVES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Bernard Rappaport of Brooklyn, NY, received his Paralegal Studies Certificate at a ceremony held in June at the New York City Midtown Campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Paralegals are responsible for research, investigation and the preparation of documents, making them a vital part of any legal team,” said Berkeley College Instructor, School of Professional Studies, Kenneth W. Husserl, JD. “Students who complete the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College enter the legal world with a solid understanding of the law and abilities that make them valuable assets to their organizations.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Monday, August 9, at 6:00 pm at the New York City Midtown Campus and on Wednesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm at the Garret Mountain Campus. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEG for more information.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="168" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bernard_rappaport.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Director, Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, NY, Charlane Brown, JD; Bernard Rappaport of Brooklyn; Berkeley College Dean, School of Continuing Education, Ricardo Ortegón; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Editor’s Note: The zip code for Bernard Rappaport of Brooklyn, NY, is 11232.</div>   000Brooklyn Student Receives Paralegal Studies Certificate from Berkeley CollegePress Release109227Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/201020107/21/201020107/21/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> JERSEY CITY STUDENT RECEIVES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Sandra Mondesir of Jersey City in Hudson County, NJ, received her Paralegal Studies Certificate at a ceremony held in June at the New York City Midtown Campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Paralegals are responsible for research, investigation and the preparation of documents, making them a vital part of any legal team,” said Berkeley College Instructor, School of Professional Studies, Kenneth W. Husserl, JD. “Students who complete the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College enter the legal world with a solid understanding of the law and abilities that make them valuable assets to their organizations.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Monday, August 9, at 6:00 pm at the New York City Midtown Campus and on Wednesday, August 11, at 6:00 pm at the Garret Mountain Campus. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEG for more information.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="145" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sandra_mondesir.jpg" width="200" />   <div align="left"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Director, Paralegal Studies Certificate Program, NY, Charlane Brown, JD; Berkeley College Dean, School of Continuing Education, Ricardo Ortegón; Sandra Mondesir of Jersey City; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> </div>   000Jersey City Student Receives Paralegal Studies Certificate from Berkeley CollegePress Release109224Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/20/201020107/20/201020107/20/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey,New York and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <o:p>                  BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENTS<o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5, 12, 19, 26  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Confirmed artists include Elisabeth Withers, Vlada Tomova’s Balkan Tales, the Tomas Doncker Band, and DJ Hippie Torrales (August 5); Focus Trio featuring Marc Cary, Charanga Soleil, Mandingo Ambassadors, and DJ Neva (August 12), Kimberly Nichole, Gordon Chambers, Darien, and DJ Sabine (August 19); and David Cedeno and Orchestra, Pzazz Dance Company, Pasion Por La Vida, DJ Danny Ramirez, and DJ Jose Rodriguez (August 26).  For up-to-date information, visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.  <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> August 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> August 4<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Health Services Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to familiarize students with the expanding health services industry and inform them about necessary business and technology skills. Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> August 5<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Fashion Marketing and Management Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to help students understand the fashion industry from product development to consumer. Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> August 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer an Accounting Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to examine financial, managerial, and cost accounting techniques.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> August 28<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. FMD, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 2-27<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Holly Ann Sailors at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Ms. Sailors is a versatile artist whose work embraces symbolism, metaphors, illustrations, and the narrative.  She is the recipient of many grants and residencies through the North Carolina Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.  Her exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, August 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  <o:p> </o:p> August 9 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to focus on the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities necessary in this field.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ. <o:p> </o:p> August 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will offer a Financial Planners Certificate Program Information Session at 6:00 pm.  The goal of this session is to equip students with invaluable skills that will allow them to excel as a Certified Financial Planner.  Students will learn from outstanding faculty members who bring practical experience, as well as exceptional learning, into the classroom.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WSQ.  <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces August EventsPress Release109223Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/20/201020107/20/201020107/20/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> <div>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS LAURA M. JEWELL AS ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT </div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura M. Jewell as Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement. In this role, she will oversee the departments of Alumni Relations, External Relations, and Communications.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Laura has done an excellent job of building and strengthening internal and external communications from Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “Her new position allows her to extend this correspondence and collaboration to our alumni base and constituents in the community at large.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Jewell most recently served Berkeley College as Director of Communications. In this role, she worked closely with Dr. Cortes, his Chief of Staff and his Cabinet to manage communications from the President’s Office.</div> <div> </div> <div>Utilizing her experience in marketing and communications, Ms. Jewell has served as a professional speaker, guest lecturer, mentor and workshop instructor to business associations, colleges and universities.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Jewell holds an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology and a BA in Marketing from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/laura_jewell.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Laura M. Jewell as Assistant Vice President for Institutional Advancement.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Laura M. Jewell as Assistant Vice President for Institutional AdvancementPress Release109168Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/15/201020107/15/201020107/15/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Artist Holly Ann Sailors<o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Art Embraces Symbolism, Metaphors, Illustrations, and the Narrative </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p></o:p></h1>                                     Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Holly Ann Sailors at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Her exhibit will be on display from August 2 through 27.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, August 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.     <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Sailors was born in a small town in western North Carolina.  She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from East Carolina University in Painting and Drawing in 2009.  She is working toward a Master’s degree in Painting from the New York Academy of Art.  Ms. Sailors has trained at the University of Georgia, Savannah College of Art and Design, and Penland School of Crafts.  <o:p> </o:p> The artist is the recipient of many grants and residencies through the North Carolina Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.  Ms. Sailors has exhibited regionally and internationally in solo and group shows.  Her solo exhibitions include “Elaboration on the Obvious,” Mixed Media Artworks, Glenn Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head, NC; “Fertile Construct” Senior Exhibition, Burroughs Welcome Senior Gallery, Jenkins Fine Arts Center, Greenville, NC; and “Posting for Affirmation,” drawing and mixed  media works, the ArtRoom Gallery, Greenville, NC. <o:p> </o:p> Of her art she says, “It is decorative and uses religious imagery to explore the ever- present connection to ritual, tradition, and history.  Much of my work involves patterning.    I see a visual pattern in life that connects me to my heredity, history, spirituality, and religion.  This intertwines with my particular circumstance and the influence of others around me.  All of these things affect me – who I am and the art that I make.” <o:p> </o:p> To view Ms. Sailors’ work, visit <a href="http://www.hollyannsailors.com/">www.hollyannsailors.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="300" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/judithandholofernes.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption:  “Judith and Holofernes,” one of artist Holly Ann Sailors’ paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from August 2 through 27.        <v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><v:stroke joinstyle="miter"></v:stroke><v:formulas><v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"></v:f></v:formulas><v:path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"></v:path><o:lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></o:lock></v:shapetype><v:shape id="_x0000_i1025" style="width: 6in; height: 9in" type="#_x0000_t75"><v:imagedata o:title="hollyannsailors" src="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CLINDA-%7E1%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtmlclip1%5C01%5Cclip_image001.jpg"></v:imagedata></v:shape>     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Artist Holly Ann SailorsPress Release109091Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse7/8/201020107/8/201020107/8/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES UNIFIED LOGO FOR NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK ATHLETICS TEAMS </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that its athletics teams in both New Jersey and New York will now be represented by a single name and logo — the Berkeley College Knights. Its athletics teams in New Jersey formerly were known as the Berkeley College Bulldogs.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The announcement was made in a three-part video series, with the final video being released on the first day of the Summer Quarter.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Having all Berkeley College athletics teams represented by a single logo standardizes and unifies our teams regardless of what campus they represent,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian Maher. “The knight is part of the original crest of Berkeley College, and therefore conveys a sense of history and tradition.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently began competing as a United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) institution after being approved for membership by its Board of Directors in May.</div> <div>  </div> <div> To view the videos announcing the new logo, visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/athletics/index.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/athletics/index.htm</a></div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>    </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="253" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/knights_logo.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College athletics teams in New Jersey and New York will now be represented by the Berkeley College Knights logo. </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Announces Unified Logo for New Jersey, New York Athletics TeamsPress Release109001Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/1/201020107/1/201020107/1/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Artist Bess Perry <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Bess Perry at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Her exhibit will be on display from July 5 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, July 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Perry was born in the rural town of Reidsville, NC.  She received an Associate of Fine Arts degree from Rockingham Community College in 2007 and, just recently, a Bachelor of Fine Arts from East Carolina University in Painting and Drawing.  Ms. Perry is currently an instructor at the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge in Greenville, NC, and plans to attend graduate school for her Master of Fine Arts in Painting.     <o:p> </o:p> Of her work, she says, “I often depict people that I am surrounded by, such as family and friends.  Drawing and painting is another way for me to connect with the subject and understand our past and current relationship. My paintings often break down the planes and masses of the face into patterns of shapes and color.  The brushstrokes within the figures mirror my repetitive thoughts and memories encompassing that person.”   <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Perry has exhibited in the past, but this is her first major art exhibit.  She was invited to show her artwork as part of a Berkeley College program to give recent college graduates with promising careers in this field a chance to display their work.    <o:p> </o:p> To view Ms. Perry’s paintings, visit <a href="http://www.besscperry.com/">www.besscperry.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bessperry.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> Photo Caption:   One of artist Bess Perry’s paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from July 5 through 30.                                                                                                                                               - end -   000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Artist Bess PerryPress Release108996Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/1/201020107/1/201020107/1/20102010<img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN GRADUATES PARTNER TO CREATE NEW LOOK FOR LOBBY OF ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL IN PASSAIC, NJ</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Interior Design graduates of Berkeley College, Sandra Dolin of Pompton Plains, NJ, and Courtney Spong of Sparta, NJ, brought their expertise above and beyond the internship that was created between Berkeley College Career Services and St. Mary’s Hospital to create a remodeled lobby for the Passaic, NJ, hospital that has served the community for 115 years.  At a special ceremony held there yesterday, St. Mary’s President, Michael Sniffen, acknowledged their contributions.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“These two professionals, brought to the project under the auspices of Berkeley College, worked on this project pro bono, devoting countless hours to making the best use of the space and of our budget,” Mr. Sniffen said. “All you have to do is look at the photos from the old lobby to see what a tremendous job they did. I wish to thank Ms. Dolan and Ms. Spong, as well as Berkeley College, most sincerely for their invaluable work on this project.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“The Career Counselor at Berkeley knew my portfolio included work at another hospital so when the opportunity arose, she inquired,” said Ms. Dolin, who was completing the curriculum with an internship after returning to college to follow her passion in interior design. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“After listening to what St. Mary’s Hospital needed, I knew the project would benefit from the career placement assistance we offer our graduates, so I asked Courtney. Professionally, the relationships among all worked extremely well,” said Berkeley College Career Counselor Lynn Page.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">According to Ms. Spong, “Sandy and I complemented each other and we were so compatible. I was able to bring the computer-assisted drafting and space planning aspects to the project while she brought her expertise with color and paints and fabrics.” </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“The project consumed a lot of time and energy, and was challenging,” added Ms. Dolin. “But it also was rewarding.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 209.25pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College Career Services works with businesses as well as students to form partnerships that assist students and graduates with internships and job placement. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">St. Mary’s Hospital is the primary provider of quality healthcare to the Passaic and Bergen communities, as well as to areas of Essex and Hudson Counties. It is a non-profit acute care hospital offering a broad range of health care services and community outreach programs. St. Mary’s Hospital is a Center of Excellence for Cardiology, Oncology, Maternal-Child Health Services and Outpatient Behavioral Health. The Hospital has 292 licensed beds, over 550 physicians and is one of the largest employers in Passaic. St. Mary’s Hospital is sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Convent Station, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">Photo Captions</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo A</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><img height="200" alt="" width="301" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/stmaryslobbyredo2.jpg" /></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College Interior Design students Sandy Dolin and Courtney Spong – now graduates – with Interior Design Faculty Advisor Norris Cannon, ASID, were honored for their creativity and expertise in remodeling the lobby of St. Mary’s Hospital in Passaic, NJ, at a special ceremony.  To better accommodate traffic flow and make the space more welcoming, the security desk was relocated and incorporated the new look of natural woods with stainless steel accents that matched the information desk, blending well with the new coordinated color palette used for the flooring, wall color and art, and the chair fabric selected, for an area that now seats up to 20 people comfortably.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo B</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><img height="200" alt="" width="301" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/stmaryslobbyredo1.jpg" /></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Medical Staff President S.D. Singh, MD, (left) and St. Mary’s Hospital President Michael Sniffen flank the two Berkeley College Interior Design graduates, Courtney Spong (second from left) and Sandy Dolin, who collaborated in a partnership between Berkeley College Career Services and St. Mary’s Hospital to fulfill the vision of the medical staff and hospital administration to create an especially comforting and welcoming environment for the doctors, staff, patients, and guests, that also accommodated traffic flow. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">- end -</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div> </div>    000Berkeley College Interior Design Graduates Partner to Create New Look for Lobby of St. Mary's Hospital in Passaic, NJPress Release108978Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse6/30/201020106/30/201020106/30/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS UNITED STATES COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it has been approved for membership in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) by the USCAA Board of Directors.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The USCAA is a national organization that provides quality athletic competition on a regional and national level while promoting integrity, leadership, scholarship and values of life. The association conducts national championships, recognizes All-Americans and scholar athletes, and promotes USCAA member schools.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “This is another important step in the evolution of our athletic programs at Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian Maher. “As a member of the USCAA, our athletic teams will now compete at both the regional and national level and will have the opportunity to participate in national championships. Also, our student-athletes will be recognized for both athletic and academic achievement.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College will compete as a USCAA institution immediately.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Joins United States Collegiate Athletic AssociationPress Release108929Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/28/201020106/28/201020106/28/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Instructor<o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Catherine St. John Exhibits Artwork <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The work of Berkeley College Instructor Catherine St. John is on display through July 23 at Imlay Fine Art in Montclair, NJ.  Her exhibit, entitled Still Poems, infuses new life into the traditional still life genre.            <o:p> </o:p> Dr. St. John teaches in the Liberal Arts and Sciences Department, School of Arts and Sciences, at Berkeley College, Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ.  She received her Master of Fine Arts from William Paterson University and her Doctor of Arts from New York University.  She has exhibited throughout the US and internationally.  <o:p> </o:p> Her numerous grants and awards include a National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship at Robeson Institute, Rutgers University, NJ.  She has also received the Distinguished Alumni Award at William Paterson University in 2000, and was selected to participate in the Vermont Studio School Residency Program.  She also has received the Bergen Museum Judges’ Award, the Hecksher Museum Award, the Gladys B. Blum Memorial Award given by the National Association of Women Artists, and the Emily Lowe Prize for Contemporary Painting at the National Academy of Design.  <o:p> </o:p> Dr. St. John sees her paintings as a world unto themselves.  She says, “By scrambling things in unexpected ways, I seek a new language for the world of the senses. My paintings decidedly hinge on an aesthetic reality enhanced by an awareness of the emotional potential of experiences which can be translated visually.”  <o:p> </o:p> For more information about her work and the exhibit, visit www.imlayfineart.com. <o:p></o:p> <img alt="" height="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/stjohn.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   One of Dr. Catherine St. John’s paintings from the Still Poems collection on display at Imlay Fine Art, Montclair, NJ, through July 23.                                                                                                  - end -     000Berkeley College Instructor Catherine St. John Exhibits ArtworkPress Release108831Press ReleaseCommunity Service Day; Newsroomfalse6/24/201020106/24/201020106/24/20102010 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> MORE THAN 500 BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY AND STAFF</div> <div align="center"> PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College declared June 11 Community Service Day and closed all seven campuses as well as Berkeley College Online. Instead of reporting to work, 530 faculty and staff volunteered at 44 diverse community service organizations in New Jersey and New York. At the end of the day associates had served a total of 2,500 hours.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Serving lunch with my team at the Hoboken Shelter, I was humbled by the gratitude and dignity of our homeless guests,” says Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, who worked at the shelter with 11 associates.  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College has a long tradition of serving organizations in the local and global community. The Berkeley College Charity Car Show, held at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ, last fall, raised more than $18,000 to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. And earlier this year, Berkeley College donated more than $16,000 toward relief efforts in Haiti following the devastating earthquake that hit the nation in January. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College associates worked in four New York boroughs as well as in Rockland and Westchester counties. Volunteers sorted food at the Food Bank for Westchester in Millwood, NY, and delivered meals to the homebound in Manhattan through Citymeals-on-Wheels and Encore Community Services’ Meals-on-Heels program. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Associates were spread across seven counties in New Jersey, performing a variety of tasks. They spruced up Frank D. Zaccaria Memorial Park in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Passaic County; collected litter and debris on a Sandy Hook Beach in Monmouth County; and prepared kits for the American Cancer Society Relay4Life at Indian Hills High School in Oakland, Bergen County. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Throughout the day Berkeley College social media communicators Tweeted on a Community Service Day Twitter page. In addition, associates captured special moments via Flip camcorders and digital cameras that were then placed on Facebook and Flickr. Back in the classroom faculty will share their Community Service Day experiences with students.</div> <div>  </div> <div> For more information about Community Service Day visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley/community_service_day.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/berkeley/community_service_day.htm</a></div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/hobokenshelterhr.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (third from left) worked alongside other Associates at the Hoboken Shelter during Community Service Day, June 11. The College closed all New Jersey and New York campuses and sent 530 faculty and staff to volunteer at 44 diverse community service organizations. </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> 000More Than 500 Berkeley College Faculty and Staff Participate in Community Service DayPress Release108823Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/23/201020106/23/201020106/23/20102010Berkeley College Launches Education Partnership Program For Disabled Combat Veterans <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE LAUNCHES EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM  FOR DISABLED COMBAT VETERANS  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College is proud to announce the launching of CVET, the Berkeley College Combat Veterans Education Partnership. This Partnership is designed specifically to meet the academic and career goals of disabled combat veterans. The CVET program, administered by the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, is staffed by retired and current members of the military who are fully aware of the unique situation of disabled combat veterans returning home from duty. “CVET participants are enrolled in the academic program of their choice at Berkeley College and receive direct counseling and support throughout their entire academic journey,” says Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard Robitaille, EdD.   The distance learning program offers Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees through the Berkeley College School of Business and the School of Professional Studies. Disabled combat veterans can enroll in the program and begin their studies while recovering at a military installation. When CVET participants near completion of their academic programs, they are connected with the Berkeley College Career Services Department, which maintains relationships with corporations interested in offering internships to veterans of the armed forces. </div> “From start to finish, disabled veterans are supported to help ensure the successful completion of their academic programs and placement in organizations that want to assist veterans in transitioning to the next phase of their lives,” says Dr. Robitaille, a combat veteran with 20 years in the US Army. “In addition, Berkeley College offers these veterans free lifetime career assistance.” For more information on the Berkeley College CVET Partnership go to <a href="http://www.cvet.com/">www.cvet.com</a>. A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div>  <img class="" height="151" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/studentsoncomputer.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has launched CVET, the Berkeley College Combat Veterans Education Partnership. This Partnership is designed specifically to meet the academic and career goals of disabled combat veterans.  -end- 000Berkeley College Launches Education Partnership Program For Disabled Combat VeteransPress Release108748Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/18/201020106/18/201020106/18/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CLUB NJ</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is proud to announce that Michelle Defaz of Manhattan, NY, has received a scholarship from the International Commerce Club NJ. Ms. Defaz recently completed her Bachelor’s degree in International Business at the New York City Midtown Campus. She now holds an internship with the United Nations in New York.</div> <div> </div> <div>The goal of the International Commerce Club is to foster international trade and development in the tri-state area. Ms. Defaz was awarded the scholarship for her the quality of her essay about protectionism and its impact on international trade and the shipping industry. </div> <div> </div> <div>“The International Commerce Club has partnered with Berkeley College for several years,” said ICC President Karin Alfonso. “We continue to be impressed with the aptitude and qualifications of Berkeley College students who compete for the scholarship each year.”  “Michelle is a remarkable student,” said Berkeley College Dean, School of Business, John Rapanos, DPS, CFP. “She has participated in the Berkeley Cares community service program, has been named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists consistently, and has been inducted into the Sigma Beta Delta business honor society. We are pleased that ICC has recognized her many accomplishments with this scholarship.”</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="204" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/icc-scholar.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Michelle Defaz of Manhattan, NY, recently received a scholarship from the International Commerce Club NJ. Left to right are Berkeley College Vice President, Career Services, Michael Soehnlein; Ms. Defaz; Berkeley College Chair, Management, NY, School of Business, Rahul Bedi, PhD; and Berkeley College Dean, School of Business, John Rapanos, DPS, CFP.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Student Receives Scholarship from International Commerce Club NJPress Release108714Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/17/201020106/17/201020106/17/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JULY EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 8, 15, 22 and 29 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City” at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Confirmed artists include DJ Tee Mallory, jazz with Brazilian accents (July 8); DJ Danny Ramirez, bee bop jazz (July 15); DJ Adam Cruz, blues, jazz, and salsa (July 22); and DJ Duce and Louie Gorbea, jazz and brass band (July 29).  For up-to-date information, visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.  <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 14-15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 21-22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE CAMPUS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event is offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> July 10   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.   Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release108696Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/15/201020106/15/201020106/15/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE RAISES MORE THAN $5,300 FOR AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON DIVERSITY’S 2010 DIVERSITY STRIDE<o:p></o:p>  <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/njdiversitywalk.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption: As Chair of the 2010 Diversity Stride, Berkeley College Chairman Kevin L. Luing enjoyed cutting the ribbon following opening ceremonies on Sun. May 23, 2010, at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, Berkeley College raised more than $5,300 for the cause, and more than 120 Berkeley College team walkers participated.  Each year the Diversity Stride brings participants together to promote diversity in New Jersey. Money raised by walkers, individuals, business sponsorships and individual donations fund the American Conference on Diversity’s Youth Leadership Institute Programs, which offer a variety of experiences that educate and empower NJ youth to create more inclusive schools and communities.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> . <o:p> </o:p> - end - 000Berkeley College Supports American Conference on Diversity - NJ Diversity StridePress Release108556Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/4/201020106/4/201020106/4/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, JUNE 4, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p><o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p></o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL </h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> STUDIES AND NEWARK POLICE DEPARTMENT</h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> PRESENT IN THAT MOMENT  <o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 22 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Berkeley College School of Professional Studies and the Newark Police Department are pleased to present In that Moment, a one-act play and group discussion, at the Newark Public Library, Five Washington Street, Fourth Floor Auditorium, Newark, NJ.  The play runs from 3:15 to 5:00 pm. <o:p> </o:p> In That Moment concerns the struggles of a young African-American police officer to “do the right thing.”  But, in doing so, a black man is dead and the police officer is being held responsible.  The story is filled with dramatic tension and gives a human face to the complex issues of minorities in policing. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The play was created by the collaboration of Ross London, a Berkeley College criminal justice professor, and Jonathan Butler—the star of the show—who currently serves as a police officer with the Hoboken, NJ, Police Department.  <o:p> </o:p> Following the performance, a panel of police officers, faculty, and community leaders  will discuss the issues raised during the play. The audience is special too; it comprises Berkeley College students, representatives of the Newark Police Department, and members of the community. <o:p> </o:p> Admission is free; however, contributions are accepted.  For more information, visit <a href="http://www.criminaljusticeoutreach.com/">www.criminaljusticeoutreach.com</a> or contact Ross London at <a href="mailto:rdl@berkeleycollege.edu">rdl@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                                  - end-        000Berkeley College School of Professional Studies and Newark Police Dept. Present "In That Moment"Press Release108468Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/26/201020105/26/201020105/26/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> of ‘Renaissance Man’ Matt Hill    </h1> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of Matt Hill - an artist, photographer, film editor, musician, public speaker, and more – a modern renaissance man.  The exhibit will take place at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. It will be on display from June 1 through 30.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, June 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Hill was exposed to art early in life.  He observed with great interest his mother’s work in sculpture, art history, and watercolor painting.  For over 30 years, his grandparents owned and ran The Ark II, a shop in Flemington, NJ, specializing in wildlife art and custom framing.  His interest in photography was born in high school where he became photo editor and photographer for the school paper, taking that passion to Denmark where he lived as an exchange student for a year.  <o:p> </o:p> Upon his return to the US, Mr. Hill worked in a photo store while attending college for photography.  Today he works with the MAC Group as a marketing communications manager, while always continuing his work as an artist.  <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Hill says he particularly loves working in cut paper art.  “For me, making cut paper art is purely a voyage of discovery,” he says.  “Each time I sit in front of a blank piece of paper, I direct the razor’s edge as it excises my delight, anguish, longing, and humor; I reach for meaning, clarity, or closure.  My only purpose is to enjoy the process – and I do, wholeheartedly.” <o:p> </o:p> The artist has held solo exhibitions at Klimat in New York, NY; Coffee Labs in Tarrytown, NY; and the Tasting Lounge and Thumbprint Cellars in Healdsburg, CA.  His group exhibitions include the First Annual Fifth Avenue Art and Photo Walk, New York, NY, and House of Scratch (online exhibition).   <o:p> </o:p> To view Mr. Hill’s work, visit <a href="http://www.matthillart.com/">www.matthillart.com</a>.  For more details about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.     <img alt="" height="297" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/baron_dreamcatcher.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   “Baron Dreamcatcher” is part of Matt Hill’s exhibit “Intimate Musings” at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from June 1 through 30.                                                                                                         - end -   <o:p> </o:p> <v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><v:stroke joinstyle="miter"></v:stroke><v:formulas><v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"></v:f></v:formulas><v:path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"></v:path><o:lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></o:lock></v:shapetype><v:shape id="_x0000_i1025" style="width: 6in; height: 641.25pt" type="#_x0000_t75"><v:imagedata o:title="baron_dreamcatcher" src="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CLINDA-%7E1%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtmlclip1%5C01%5Cclip_image001.jpg"></v:imagedata></v:shape>     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of 'Renaissance Man' Matt HillPress Release108462Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/26/201020105/26/201020105/26/20102010Berkeley College Partners With The U.S. Army to Provide Distance Learning Opportunities for Soldiers <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH THE U.S. ARMY TO PROVIDE DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTIVE DUTY SOLDIERS </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College is proud to announce that it has partnered with GoArmyEd to provide the opportunity for soldiers to pursue degrees through distance learning no matter where they are stationed. This partnership allows soldiers to use their benefits under the Army Tuition Assistance program to pay for courses.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “The goal of the partnership between Berkeley College and GoArmyEd is to promote both the soldier’s mobile lifestyle and educational goals,” says Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard Robitaille, EdD. “Berkeley College offers premier programs in Business and Management and is honored to be able to offer these programs to Soldiers through a long-term, mutually beneficial partnership.” The degree programs at Berkeley College balance rigorous academics and professional training with hands-on learning, providing students with a competitive edge when they are ready to start their careers. The quarter system allows students to complete their studies more quickly than other colleges. In addition, the Berkeley College/GoArmyEd partnership was built specifically for soldiers whose U.S. Army rating and service schools may have earned them credit that can be applied towards a degree.  For more information visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military/army/">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military/army/</a> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img class="" height="226" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/distlearningarmy.jpg" width="150" /> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo Caption: Berkeley College has partnered with GoArmyEd to provide soldiers the opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees through distance learning no matter where they are stationed.                                                                                                   -end-</div> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> 000Berkeley College Partners With The U.S. Army to Provide Distance Learning Opportunities for SoldiersPress Release108422Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/24/201020105/24/201020105/24/20102010Berkeley College Appoints Director, Student Development and Campus Life, for Westchester Campus <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 24, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS SHAROD TOMLINSON AS DIRECTOR, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE, FOR WESTCHESTER CAMPUS</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Sharod Tomlinson as Director, Student Development and Campus Life, for the Westchester Campus in White Plains, NY. In this role Mr. Tomlinson will contribute to the intellectual and social growth of students by planning and implementing extracurricular and co-curricular campus activities, among other tasks.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Mr. Tomlinson most recently served Berkeley College as Program Coordinator, Student Development and Campus Life, for the New York City Midtown Campus. In this role he coordinated student events including Commencement, service learning initiatives and professional development programs, among others.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“As Program Coordinator, Mr. Tomlinson has helped our students get involved and make the most of their time at Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “Berkeley College is confident he will continue to exhibit this dedication to student success in his new role at the Westchester Campus.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Mr. Tomlinson serves as Head Coach for the Berkeley College Women’s Basketball Team in New York. He recently completed a 15-month fellowship for urban youth workers with the DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative in Holland, MI.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Mr. Tomlinson holds an MS in Nonprofit Management from the New School in New York and a BA in Public Administration – Human Resource Management from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sharodtomlinson.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Sharod Tomlinson as Director, Student Development and Campus Life, for the Westchester Campus in White Plains, NY. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Director, Student Development and Campus Life, for Westchester CampusPress Release108377Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/20/201020105/20/201020105/20/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> APPROXIMATELY 1,400 BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS RECEIVE DIPLOMAS AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY</div> <div>  </div> <div> Family and friends filled the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 30, to support graduates at the Commencement Ceremony of the Berkeley College Class of 2010. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Approximately 1,400 students from Berkeley College campuses in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online, received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “These are, as we all know, uncertain economic times,” Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, told the graduates. “The world you are entering is at a crucial juncture, but we know that you are well equipped and we have great confidence in your ability to be successful citizens of the 21st century.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> The members of the graduating class are beginning their careers at 630 companies including Bank of America, Calvin Klein, JP Morgan, and Price Waterhouse Cooper, among others.</div> <div>  </div> <div> New Jersey Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver delivered the Commencement Address and was given an honorary Doctor of Law Degree.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “As I look around I see a graduating class that reflects our country’s hopes and desires. I see a graduating class with a fierce determination to overcome any and all obstacles,” said Speaker Oliver. “As leaders there is so much we can accomplish. We should take advantage of every moment to make a positive difference.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College student Jessica Bruederlein spoke on behalf of the graduating class.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley College has given us the tools and education to conquer our dreams,” said Ms. Bruederlein. “Each of us has the ability to change this world, so today let’s go out and change it for the better.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/commencement-group.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Approximately 1,400 students from Berkeley College campuses in New Jersey and New York, and Berkeley College Online, received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees at the Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 30, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/commencement-students.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Graduates of the Berkeley College Class of 2010 celebrate after receiving their diplomas during the Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 30, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Approximately 1,400 Berkeley College Students Receive Diplomas at Commencement CeremonyPress Release108330Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/18/201020105/18/201020105/18/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey, New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.       <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JUNE EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 5, 10, 12, 19, 26 and 27<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> This year Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor WBGO’s “Jazz:  Brooklyn’s Beat,” a series of concerts in central Brooklyn, NY.  WBGO has partnered with the Heart of Brooklyn to produce this series that offers an exciting group of talent. All events are family friendly and either free, or free with admission.  More details can be found at <a href="http://www.heartofbrooklyn.org/jazz">www.heartofbrooklyn.org/jazz</a> or <a href="http://www.wbgo.org/brooklyn">www.wbgo.org/brooklyn</a>.   <o:p> </o:p> Performance information: <o:p> </o:p> June 5, noon, “Samba with the Sea Lions,” Prospect Park Zoo, 450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 10, 7:00 pm, “Conversations in Jazz:  Hank O’Neal,” Dweck Center, Brooklyn Public Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 12, 1:30 and 3:30 pm, “Stephane Wrembel - the Django Experiment,” Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 19, 1:00 and 2:00 pm, “Helen Sung Group with Guest Vocalist Carolyn Leonhart,” Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 26, 4:00 pm, “Rhythm Revue with Felix Hernandez,” Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park, 95 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn <o:p> </o:p> June 27, 3:00 pm, “Sunday Jazz Session, Jaleel Shaw Quartet,” Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn   <o:p><o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 24<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is pleased to sponsor “Sounds of the City,” a tribute to Michael Jackson, at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, One Center Street, Newark, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Invited artists (who are still being confirmed) will perform a mix of classic Jackson songs as well as their own.  For more information, visit <a href="http://www.njpac.org/">www.njpac.org</a>.  <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City: <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 9    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about online degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE CAMPUS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> June 1 and 29  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.   Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> June 19  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.   Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release108329Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/18/201020105/18/201020105/18/20102010 Berkeley College Awards Honorary Degree to NJ Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver <div> <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS HONORARY DEGREE </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> TO NJ GENERAL ASSEMBLY SPEAKER SHEILA Y. OLIVER</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in"> NJ General Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver was awarded an honorary Doctor of Law degree by Berkeley College during the commencement proceedings held Friday, April 30, 2010 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  Following the bestowal of her degree Dr. Oliver addressed the graduates. Approximately 1,400 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online received Baccalaureate or Associate degrees.</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in"> “Speaker Sheila Oliver epitomizes the values of leadership and service to the community that represent the ideals that Berkeley strives to embody in its students,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College bestows honorary degrees upon distinguished individuals whose lives and acts reflect the high personal and professional standards and commitment to students that are at the heart of the mission of Berkeley College.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Speaker Oliver is the first African-American woman to lead a legislative house in New Jersey. Representing the 34th Legislative District, which includes Clifton, East Orange, Glen Ridge, Montclair and Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Speaker Oliver was first elected to the Assembly in 2003. During her time in office, she co-sponsored the law creating the Department of Children and Families. She also sponsored legislation which created paid family leave, and amended the State’s wrongful death law.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> An assistant Essex County administrator, Speaker Oliver previously served as director of the Essex County Department of Citizen Services and the Department of Economic Development Training and Employment, and prior to her joining the New Jersey Legislature, as an Essex County freeholder and past president of the East Orange Board of Education.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Speaker Oliver remains an active volunteer and has served on a number of civic boards and commissions. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania and a Master of Science degree in Community Organization, Planning and Administration from Columbia University.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Continuing its role as a leader in business and professional higher education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students that includes 750 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/presspeakchair.jpg" width="301" /></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (left) and Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing awarded NJ General Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver the honorary Doctor of Law degree during the Commencement Ceremony of Berkeley College on Friday, April 30, 2010 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> - end -</div> <div>  </div>     000Berkeley College Awards Honorary Degree to NJ Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. OliverPress Release108327Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/17/201020105/17/201020105/17/20102010 Berkeley College Honors Eileen McNerney as NJ Alumna of Year   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in -0.5in 0pt 0in"> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS EILEEN MCNERNEY  AS NEW JERSEY ALUMNA OF THE YEAR</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College is proud to recognize Eileen McNerney by naming her Berkeley College 2010 New Jersey Alumna of the Year. Ms. McNerney was honored at the 2010 Commencement Ceremony held on April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> After graduating from the Berkeley Intensive Secretarial program, Ms. McNerney, a resident of Westfield, NJ, earned a BS degree in Economics and Finance from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Juris Doctorate from the New York Law School.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Ms. McNerney has served as an Attorney and in Human Resource positions with Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Her work included managing a staff that provided Employee Relations support for 45,000 employees. In this role she was responsible for policy development and implementation, issue resolution, and Employee Relations training. Today she serves as a Case Manager. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Ms. McNerney says that the Berkeley Intensive Secretarial program helped pave the way for her successful experience in the corporate environment. She recalls that students were required to keep the “Berkeley Manual of Style” with them at all times. Students referred to the manual for rules of grammar, punctuation, and style.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “We learned so much in the grammar classes at Berkeley. That was a very important foundation for all communications within the business world,” Ms. McNerney said.  A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/njalumni.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Dean, School of Business, John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, and Eileen McNerney, who was honored as the 2010 New Jersey Alumna of the Year at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">                                                                                                                - end -   </div> </div>     000Berkeley College Honors Eileen McNerney as NJ Alumna of YearPress Release108277Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/12/201020105/12/201020105/12/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div> </div> <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES PROCEEDS FROM CHARITY FASHION SHOW TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY <img class="" height="259" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/fashion_show_check.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently donated the proceeds from its 4th Annual Charity Fashion Show to the American Cancer Society. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $2,060 for the charity through their efforts. Each year the fashion show supports a different charity. Left to right are Berkeley College students and members of the Planning Committee Kristopher Costa of Little Ferry; Michael Gilberti of Dumont and Julianne Campbell of Edgewater; American Cancer Society Regional Vice President Denise M. Andersen of Paramus; and Berkeley College Director, Student Development and Campus Life, Bergen Campus, Jennifer Litvak.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Donates Proceeds from Charity Fashion Show to American Cancer SocietyPress Release108274Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/11/201020105/11/201020105/11/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   NEW DELHI RESIDENT NAMED BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK STUDENT OF THE YEAR<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Jaspreet Sethi by presenting her with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2010. Ms. Sethi, who completed her Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree in International Business, received the award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 30. <o:p> </o:p> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff. <o:p> </o:p> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is the Robert Maher Award,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. Jaspreet has approached academic life with incredible zeal and determination to accomplish her dreams.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Sethi, a native of New Delhi, India, is an International Student Scholarship recipient, as well as a member of the Sigma Beta Delta honor society. She was named to the Berkeley College President’s List and Dean’s List many times throughout her academic career. <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Sethi was an active member of student life at Berkeley College, serving on a student panel for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation visit. She says Berkeley College gave her valuable experiences, both socially and academically. <o:p> </o:p> “The best part about being at Berkeley is that you can easily build accessible and successful relationships with your peers and instructors,” said Ms. Sethi. “Educationally, the level of projects in the business courses is practical and challenging. I have had the experience of drafting and developing a business plan, and have been involved in several other research-based projects that have immensely broadened my range of knowledge and expanded my business acumen.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Sethi also is an advocate for the local and global community. She volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, promoted literacy for Africa, and participated in the “Be A Star” program that provides outreach to senior citizens. <o:p> </o:p> “I come from India – a country that has truly grounded me to be a holistic individual,” said Ms. Sethi. “I feel it should be everyone’s responsibility to contribute to the society in which one lives for we’re all connected in some way or the other.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Sethi currently works as a Project Manager for Absolute Software Solution in Forest Hills, NY, a software development company. While attending school, she taught computer courses to working adults and adults with disabilities. <o:p> </o:p> Following Commencement, Ms. Sethi plans to continue her education in Psychology and become actively involved in clinical research. She hopes to eventually return to India to use her acquired degrees and talents. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online.  Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/nystudent.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, presents Jaspreet Sethi of New Delhi, India, with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end -           000New Delhi Resident Named Berkeley College New York Student of the YearPress Release108270Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/11/201020105/11/201020105/11/20102010 Berkeley College NJ Outstanding Student Demonstrates Passion, Dedication, and Commitment   <div> <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div style="margin: 0in -0.5in 0pt 0in">  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in -0.5in 0pt 0in"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW JERSEY OUTSTANDING STUDENT DEMONSTRATES  PASSION, DEDICATION, AND COMMITMENT TO HER STUDIES AND TO HELPING OTHERS</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Nancy N. Drepaul of North Bergen, NJ, by presenting her with the New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2010. Ms. Drepaul, who completed her Bachelor of Science degree in International Business, received the award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 30.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is The Robert Maher Award,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. At Berkeley Nancy has demonstrated remarkable passion, dedication and commitment to her studies while at the same time reaching out to help others.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt"> Ms. Drepaul was born in Guyana. Her family migrated to the United States when she was 7 years old. It was a challenging time and her parents struggled to educate their children.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “Finances were always an issue but my dad made it his duty to enroll me in a Catholic elementary school with high hopes that I would achieve outstanding grades,” Ms. Drepaul said. “Today, I am so proud to be the first in my family to graduate from college and I hope to be a role model for my brother as well as for my many cousins.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> While attending Berkeley College, Ms. Drepaul worked in the Office of External Relations. She served in leadership roles such as President, Garret Mountain Campus Student Government Association, and Vice President, Bergen Campus Student Government Association. She coordinated and modeled in Berkeley College fundraising fashion shows and was responsible for organizing an on-campus multicultural festival. In addition, Ms. Drepaul has represented the New Jersey Campuses at Career College Association meetings on Capitol Hill.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Outside of college, Ms. Drepaul has volunteered her time and talents for organizations such as the March of Dimes, Habitat for Humanity, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div>   <div>  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="left"> <img alt="" height="140" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/njstudentyr10.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, presents Nancy N. Drepaul of North Bergen, NJ, with the New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 12pt"> -end-</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt">  </div> <div>  </div>   000Berkeley College NJ Outstanding Student Demonstrates Passion, Dedication, and CommitmentPress Release108240Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/10/201020105/10/201020105/10/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 10, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ROSEMARIE BRENNER AS NEW YORK ALUMNA OF THE YEAR</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Rosemarie Brenner by naming her the 2010 Berkeley College New York Alumna of the Year. Ms. Brenner graduated from Berkeley College in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and was honored during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Cener in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 30.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Brenner serves as Chief Operating Officer at Bedford Insurance Brokerage, Inc., a personal insurance brokerage firm providing affluent clients with personal risk management. During her six-year tenure, she has developed and implemented strategic business plans leading to substantial revenue and profit growth.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A resident of Yonkers, Ms. Brenner says her humble upbringing and Hispanic heritage shaped her personality. She credits her strength of character to her grandmother, Rosa M. Baez, who worked two jobs after coming to New York from Puerto Rico.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “My grandmother once said no matter who you are, your level of education or your standing in the community, you are always capable of achieving what you deeply desire,” said Ms. Brenner. “She instilled in me the fundamental principles of hard work from an early age, which created the foundation for the successes in my life.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Brenner is a leader in her community and has a passion for charitable endeavors benefitting children. She has plans to establish foundations and endowments to fund special needs groups.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Her advice to college graduates is to find something they are passionate about, as this will give them a strong sense of purpose and lead to a happy life.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Too many times new college graduates are focused on how much they are going to make instead of the love of the job,” she said. “Do what you love and the money will come.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/nyalumni.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Dean, School of Business, John Rapanos, DPS, CFP, and Rosemarie Brenner, who was honored as the 2010 New York Alumna of the Year at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Ms. Brenner graduated from Berkeley College in 2004 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Honors Rosemarie Brenner as New York Alumna of the YearPress Release108230Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/7/201020105/7/201020105/7/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK STUDENT OF THE YEAR APPROACHES ACADEMIC LIFE, COMMUNITY SERVICE WITH ZEAL</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Jaspreet Sethi of Plainview in Nassau County, NY, by presenting her with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2010. Ms. Sethi, who completed her Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree in International Business, received the award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 30.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Students are nominated for the award by Berkeley College faculty and staff.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is the Robert Maher Award,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. Jaspreet has approached academic life with incredible zeal and determination to accomplish her dreams.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Sethi, a native of New Delhi, India, is an International Student Scholarship recipient, as well as a member of the Sigma Beta Delta honor society. She was named to the Berkeley College President’s List and Dean’s List many times throughout her academic career.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Sethi was an active member of student life at Berkeley College, serving on a student panel for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation visit. She says Berkeley College gave her valuable experiences, both socially and academically.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “The best part about being at Berkeley is that you can easily build accessible and successful relationships with your peers and instructors,” said Ms. Sethi. “Educationally, the level of projects in the business courses is practical and challenging. I have had the experience of drafting and developing a business plan, and have been involved in several other research-based projects that have immensely broadened my range of knowledge and expanded my business acumen.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Sethi also is an advocate for the local and global community. She volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, promoted literacy for Africa, and participated in the “Be A Star” program that provides outreach to senior citizens.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “I come from India – a country that has truly grounded me to be a holistic individual,” said Ms. Sethi. “I feel it should be everyone’s responsibility to contribute to the society in which one lives for we’re all connected in some way or the other.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Sethi currently works as a Project Manager for Absolute Software Solution in Forest Hills, NY, a software development company. While attending school, she taught computer courses to working adults and adults with disabilities. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Following Commencement, Ms. Sethi plans to continue her education in Psychology and become actively involved in clinical research. She hopes to eventually return to India to use her acquired degrees and talents.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area; four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; and Berkeley College Online. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/nystudent.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Senior Vice President for Student Success Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, presents Jaspreet Sethi of Plainview, NY, with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 30 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College New York Student of the Year Approaches Academic Life, Community Service with ZealPress Release108194Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/7/201020105/7/201020105/7/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED AS PLATINUM AWARD WINNER <o:p></o:p> FOR NEW JERSEY SMART WORKPLACES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it was recently named a 2010 Platinum Award winner for New Jersey Smart Workplaces (NJSW).  The College was recognized for its strides toward alleviating traffic congestion and improving air quality in the State. <o:p> </o:p> “We are honored to receive this award as it recognizes our efforts on behalf of our Berkeley College family.  We do our best to provide our students and associates with commuting options such as carpooling, van shuttle services, and traffic alerts,” said Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin Luing. <o:p> </o:p> NJSW recognizes and honors organizations and individuals who provide commuter benefits to employees.  It strives to demonstrate that alternatives to drive-alone commuting, such as transit, carpools, and telecommuting, are economically beneficial to workers, employers, and the environment.  The program is a voluntary partnership of participating employers, New Jersey Transit, the New Jersey Transportation Management Associations, and the New York Department of Transportation.  <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College was recognized and honored this year, along with the 450 New Jersey employers who earned an award, at the 2010 NJSW employer recognition event on Thursday, May 6, 2010, in Trenton, NJ.  In addition to the platinum awards, recognition was given in the gold, silver, and bronze categories. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and Berkeley College Online.  Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <o:p></o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>         000Berkeley College Named as Platinum Award Winner for New Jersey Smart WorkplacesPress Release108193Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/6/201020105/6/201020105/6/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">NEW YORK</st1:place></st1:state>  <o:p></o:p>       <img alt="" height="266" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bestplacesny2010.jpg" width="400" />   Photo Caption: Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing (center) accepts the award naming Berkeley College one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York from Susan Post, Director of the Eastern Region for SHRM, and Ed Witherell, Market Vice President of Right Management. The program is an initiative of The New York State Society for Human Resource Management and Best Companies Group.<o:p></o:p>                                                                                                     - end -    000Berkeley College Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in New YorkPress Release108188Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/5/201020105/5/201020105/5/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES  “BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY” AWARD    <img alt="" height="266" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/bestplacesnj2010.jpg" width="400" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Chairman Kevin L. Luing (left) receives award naming Berkeley College one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey from Sam Christopher, Vice President of Sales, Extensis.  The award program, produced by NJBIZ and sponsored by Extensis, Gibbons P.C., and Rothstein Kass, is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in New Jersey, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce, and businesses.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end -           000Berkeley College Receives "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" AwardPress Release108072Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/23/201020104/23/201020104/23/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Expressionist Painter Antoinette Wysocki   </h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Antoinette Wysocki at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from May 3 through 28.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, May 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Currently residing in New York City, Ms. Wysocki is an expressionistic painter who employs mixed media on organic materials. Since 1998, she has removed herself from the confines of stretched canvas and turned her attention to working on paper. The artist says this allows her to play with absorption rates, and that its characteristic malleable quality retains the immediacy of drawing – the touchstone for her paintings.    <o:p> </o:p> Of her work, Ms. Wysocki says painting is “a process of combining various methods by use of materials, manipulations, chance, control, and analysis to get the finished product.  The work starts with gestures, moves to washes, and then to controlled brush strokes with detail.  When it reaches a comfortable finished point, it is time to indulge in the materials.”   The artist received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute and has shown widely in galleries in New York, San Francisco, Sacramento, Seattle, New Mexico, and Washington D. C.  In 2007, she was nominated for best emerging artist by GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) in New York City and was awarded an artist’s grant for a program through the Santa Fe Art Institute.  She is a member of the Washington Project for the Arts/Corcoran and a founding member of Artdc.org, an artists’ collective in Washington, DC.  She was an artist-in-residence with inner-city schools in San Francisco, and assisted in public art pieces with the San Francisco Art Education project.  Ms. Wysocki is now preparing for an extensive exhibit of her work in China.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <img alt="" height="230" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/wysocki.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:   One of artist Antoinette Wysocki’s pieces on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from May 3 through 28.                                                        - end -                                                                        000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Expressionist Painter Antoinette WysockiPress Release108047Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/20/201020104/20/201020104/20/20102010Berkeley College COO Helps Raise More Than $560,000 As Co-Chair of Go Red for Women Campaign <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2010  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER HELPS</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION RAISE MORE THAN $560,000 AS CO-CHAIR OF GO RED FOR WOMEN CAMPAIGN </div>   <img class="" height="150" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/goredcrubino.jpg" width="200" /> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo Caption: The American Heart Association 2009/2010 Go Red for Women Campaign in Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT, raised more than $560,000 to help educate women about heart disease. “I am proud to be involved with this movement because there is a strong need for women to receive life-saving information about their number one health threat,” said Berkeley College Westchester Campus Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Cynthia Rubino, who co-chaired the campaign.Left to right are President and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester Dr. Marsha Gordon; Ms. Rubino; Senior Sales Director at BNY Mellon Wealth Management in White Plains, NY, Jean Marie Connolly (co-chair); Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino; Co-Host of WHUD Radio’s “Mike and Kacey in the Morning” Kacey Morabito Grean; and Financial Editor of the “TODAY” show Jean Chatzky.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> 000Berkeley College COO Helps Raise More Than $560,000 As Co-Chair of Go Red for Women CampaignPress Release107976Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/15/201020104/15/201020104/15/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey,New York, and online. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <o:p>BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MAY EVENTS<o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> May 8 - 23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life and the School of Liberal Arts present their Second Annual Spring Theatre Festival in the Knuppel Hall Community Room.  All performances will celebrate George Bernard Shaw, the Irish playwright who wrote more than 60 plays. Nearly all of his work dealt with prevailing social problems, but with a vein of comedy.  Shaw examined themes such as education, marriage, religion, government, health care, and class privilege. This Open Door Theatre production will be performed by a cast of Berkeley College staff, faculty, and students, including Berkeley College Professors Thomas Farrington and Margaret Biner.  The cast also includes Nicholas Wilder, a professional actor.      <o:p> </o:p> The performance schedule is: <o:p> </o:p> May 8              2:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 10            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 11            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man   May 12            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man   May 14            7:00 pm                       Dear Liar   May 15            2:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 16            2:00 pm                       Arms and the Man   May 18            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 19            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 20            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 21            10:00 am                     Mrs. Warren’s Profession (Shaw on film) May 21            12:30 pm                     Major Barbara (Shaw on film) May 21            3:30 pm                       My Fair Lady (Shaw on film) May 21            7:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 22            2:00 pm                       Arms and the Man May 23            2:00 pm                       Arms and the Man <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Admission is free to the Berkeley College community; others may wish to make a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.  For reservations or more information, call the Open Door Theatre of Berkeley College at 973-278-5400, ext. 1453.                <o:p></o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP) invites colleagues to “Let’s Do Lunch,” a networking luncheon from noon to 2:00 pm, hosted and sponsored by Berkeley College.  Enjoy a delicious buffet, and meet and greet other business professionals from the Newark area.  NRBP members pay $25, and nonmembers pay $45.  (After May 6, the cost increases by $10.)  You can reserve your seat online (<a href="http://www.newarkrpb.org/">www.newarkrpb.org</a>.), by fax (973-824-6587), or by phone (973-242-4203). You can also send a check to the NRBP, 744 Broad Street, 26th floor, Newark, NJ. 07102-3802. Visit <a href="http://www.newarkrbp.org/">www.newarkrbp.org</a>. for more information. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 1, 8, 15, and 22 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College School of Continuing Education will offer Academic Refresher Workshops from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm.  They are presented by Berkeley College faculty members who have experience in teaching basic reading, writing, or math courses and have been trained in test-taking strategies.  The Math Refresher Workshops are open to students who have applied to Berkeley College. Participants will practice and review arithmetic skills needed to show proficiency when taking ACCUPLACER (the nationally recognized placement test).  The Reading and Writing Workshop leaders will review the skills necessary to show proficiency on the reading, sentence skills, and writing sections of ACCUPLACER.  A consultation with an admissions representative is required before registration.  For more information, please call 212-986-4343, ext. 4511.  <o:p> </o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p>   The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> May 15   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE CAMPUS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> May 4 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.   Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> May 15 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@BerkeleyCollege.edu">online@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release107975Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/15/201020104/15/201020104/15/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS MEET WITH LEGISLATORS</div> <div align="center">ABOUT CUTS TO TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDING</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="143" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/studentlobbyday.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently participated in the Association of Proprietary Colleges Student Lobby Day, designed to communicate the needs of students to state leaders. Berkeley College students and associates met with members of the New York State Senate and Assembly and asked them to restore Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) funding cuts proposed in the state budget. Students explained how the funds are vital to their education and important in order to maintain a trained workforce that will attract new business for New York State. Left to right are Berkeley College Assistant Operating Officer, New York City Midtown Campus, Evan Miller; Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life, Thomas L. Thomas, PhD; Assemblywoman and Berkeley College alumna Margaret Markey (D-30th); and Berkeley College students Arjune Sharma of the Bronx and Andrea Regis of Brooklyn.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Students Meet With Legislators About Cuts to Tuition Assistance Program FundingPress Release107937Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/14/201020104/14/201020104/14/20102010Berkeley College Appoints New Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Career Services <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS DIANE RECINOS AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT AND CAREER SERVICES</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Diane Recinos as Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Career Services. In this position Ms. Recinos will oversee the Admissions, Financial Aid, and Career Services departments, and the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“Diane has been a tireless advocate for Berkeley College,” says Dr. Cortes. “She has the talent, the experience, and the commitment we need to lead our Enrollment and Career Services operations.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Ms. Recinos began her career at Berkeley College in 1992 as Director of Financial Aid for the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ, before being promoted to Director of Financial Aid for the New Jersey Campuses. In 2001, Ms. Recinos became Director of PeopleSoft Development, acting as Project Manager during the college-wide computer software upgrade. In 2003, she served as Business Systems Analyst overseeing the implementation of additional new technologies.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Ms. Recinos became Campus Operating Officer (COO) for the Middlesex Campus in 2004, and most recently served as COO for the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ. She holds a BS degree from Davis and Elkins College in Elkins, WV, and an MBA from Wagner College in Staten Island, NY. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img class="" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/dianerecinos.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Diane Recinos has been appointed Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Career Services for Berkeley College. <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">- end -</div>     000Berkeley College Appoints New Senior Vice President, Enrollment Management and Career ServicesPress Release107936Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/14/201020104/14/201020104/14/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> COLONIA STUDENT RECEIVES HUGO WALTER AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN LITERATURE COURSES FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Marie Buehler of Colonia in Middlesex County, NJ, has been named a recipient of the 2009 Hugo Walter Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Online Literature Courses. Ms. Buehler is pursuing her degree through Berkeley College Online.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Hugo Walter, PhD, instructor of English and Humanities at Berkeley College, established the award to celebrate the extraordinary academic work of students in Berkeley College Online courses including World Literature, European Literature, American Literature, Poetry, Drama, and Fiction.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Teaching in the Berkeley College Online program has been the most enjoyable experience of my career. This award recognizes students like Marie who have helped make the experience so rewarding,” said Dr. Walter. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Colonia Student Receives Walter Award for Achievement from Berkeley College OnlinePress Release107935Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/14/201020104/14/201020104/14/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> PROSPECT PARK STUDENT RECEIVES HUGO WALTER AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN LITERATURE COURSES FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Lauren Eliot of Prospect Park in Passaic County, NJ, has been named a recipient of the 2009 Hugo Walter Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Online Literature Courses. Ms. Eliot completed her degree through Berkeley College Online.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Hugo Walter, PhD, instructor of English and Humanities at Berkeley College, established the award to celebrate the extraordinary academic work of students in Berkeley College Online courses including World Literature, European Literature, American Literature, Poetry, Drama, and Fiction.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Teaching in the Berkeley College Online program has been the most enjoyable experience of my career. This award recognizes students like Lauren who have helped make the experience so rewarding,” said Dr. Walter. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Prospect Park Student Receives Walter Award for Achievement from Berkeley College OnlinePress Release107934Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/14/201020104/14/201020104/14/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> NORTH ARLINGTON STUDENT RECEIVES HUGO WALTER AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN LITERATURE COURSES FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Kathleen Moore of North Arlington in Bergen County, NJ, has been named a recipient of the 2009 Hugo Walter Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Online Literature Courses. Ms. Moore is pursuing her degree through Berkeley College Online.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Hugo Walter, PhD, instructor of English and Humanities at Berkeley College, established the award to celebrate the extraordinary academic work of students in Berkeley College Online courses including World Literature, European Literature, American Literature, Poetry, Drama, and Fiction.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Teaching in the Berkeley College Online program has been the most enjoyable experience of my career. This award recognizes students like Kathleen who have helped make the experience so rewarding,” said Dr. Walter. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000North Arlington Student Receives Walter Award for Achievement from Berkeley College OnlinePress Release107933Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/14/201020104/14/201020104/14/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> ROCKAWAY PARK STUDENT RECEIVES HUGO WALTER AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN LITERATURE COURSES FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Barbara Quinn of Rockaway Park in Queens, NY, has been named a recipient of the 2009 Hugo Walter Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Online Literature Courses. Ms. Quinn is pursuing her degree through Berkeley College Online.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Hugo Walter, PhD, instructor of English and Humanities at Berkeley College, established the award to celebrate the extraordinary academic work of students in Berkeley College Online courses including World Literature, European Literature, American Literature, Poetry, Drama, and Fiction.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Teaching in the Berkeley College Online program has been the most enjoyable experience of my career. This award recognizes students like Barbara who have helped make the experience so rewarding,” said Dr. Walter. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Rockaway Park Student Receives Walter Award for Achievement from Berkeley College OnlinePress Release107898Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/13/201020104/13/201020104/13/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS CHECK FOR</div> <div align="center">WOODLAND PARK SIGNS TO BOROUGH COUNCIL</div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/woodlandparksigns.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College presents a check for $18,758 to the Woodland Park Mayor and Borough Council on April 7. The funds sponsor the purchase of seven signs that will welcome visitors and residents to the borough. “This donation is an example of how the partnership between Berkeley College and the Borough of Woodland Park benefits the community,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda. Left to right are Berkeley College Interim Campus Operating Officer, Garret Mountain Campus, Mark Wagener; Berkeley College Associate Vice President of Operations Ronald Slagle; Ms. Duda; Berkeley College Vice President of Operations Tom Alessandrello; and Woodland Park Mayor Pat Lepore. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Presents Check for Woodland Park Signs to Borough CouncilPress Release107879Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/9/201020104/9/201020104/9/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">‘APPRENTICE’ WINNER AND PROFESSIONAL PANEL SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE BUSINESS FORUM</div> <div> </div> <div>A panel of business professionals including Randal Pinkett, PhD, Season 4 winner of NBC’s hit reality show “The Apprentice,” shared its experiences with hundreds of high school students during the annual Berkeley College Business Forum. The forum was held March 24 at the Performing Arts Center in White Plains, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The Berkeley College Business Forum allows New York high school students to hear from professionals who have been successful in every aspect of business,” said Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President of High School and Community Outreach. “We hope the students are inspired to think outside the box and be passionate about pursuing careers in business.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Pinkett, a New Jersey native, is Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a multimillion dollar consulting company in Newark, NJ. He was the Season 4 winner of “The Apprentice” with Donald Trump, and served as an executive with Trump Entertainment Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Nothing in life worth having comes easy,” Dr. Pinkett told the students. “If you want to be in business you have to work and you have to work hard. I know that there’s greatness in each and every one of you.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The students also had the opportunity to ask questions of a panel of professionals in the entertainment, public service and nonprofit sectors.</div> <div> </div> <div>Panelists included:</div> <div> </div> <div>- Betsy Hilfiger, Director of Community Affairs, Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation</div> <div>- David E. Chong, Public Safety Commissioner, City of White Plains</div> <div>- Adair Curtis, 2003 Berkeley College alumnus and Director of Communications at RUSH Communications</div> <div>- Robin Altman, Program Director, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship</div> <div>- Mitchell Fleiss, Sales Consultant, PremierAgendas</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/pinkettandwstpanel.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption A: Randal Pinkett, PhD, Season 4 winner of NBC’s hit reality show “The Apprentice,” addresses high school students before a panel of professionals at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Performing Arts Center  in White Plains, NY. Left to right are Betsy Hilfiger, Director of Community Affairs, Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation; David E. Chong, Public Safety Commissioner, City of White Plains; Adair Curtis, 2003 Berkeley College alumnus and Director of Communications at RUSH Communications; Robin Altman, Program Director, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship; and Mitchell Fleiss, Sales Consultant, PremierAgendas. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/wstpanelandcrowd.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption B: Learning about various career paths to success, hundreds of high school students listened attentively to the panel of professionals as they spoke at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Performing Arts Center in White Plains, NY. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000'Apprentice' Winner and Panel Share Experiences with NY Students at Berkeley College Business ForumPress Release107845Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/8/201020104/8/201020104/8/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 8, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS ASSISTING GLOBAL RELIEF EFFORTS</div> <div> Christine Richard, Vice President of Enrollment Services at Berkeley College, is pleased to announce the availability of a new scholarship for high school seniors who have assisted in humanitarian relief efforts to benefit our beleaguered world. A scholarship will be given from each Berkeley College campus.</div> <div> “Berkeley College is committed to serving the local community and beyond, and we are looking to recognize students who share these values,” said Ms. Richard. </div> <div> </div> <div>All students who have contributed to local or global relief efforts though community service, donations or fundraising are eligible. The award of up to $1,000 per quarter will be applied to a student’s first academic year at Berkeley College, beginning in either the Summer or Fall 2010 quarter.</div> <div> </div> <div>To apply, students must submit a personal statement summarizing his or her contribution to a specialized relief effort. Each applicant also needs a letter of recommendation from his or her guidance counselor, principal or teacher. The documents are to be sent via e-mail by June 1 to <a href="mailto:mnb@BerkeleyCollege.edu">mnb@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div>For more information, call 1-800 446-5400, Ext. F2H.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> 000Berkeley College Scholarships Available to Students Assisting Global Relief EffortsPress Release107810Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/7/201020104/7/201020104/7/20102010  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">‘APPRENTICE’ WINNER AND PROFESSIONAL PANEL SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT BERKELEY COLLEGE BUSINESS FORUM</div> <div> </div> <div>A panel of business professionals including Randal Pinkett, PhD, Season 4 winner of NBC’s hit reality show “The Apprentice,” shared its experiences with hundreds of high school students during the annual Berkeley College Business Forum. The forum was held March 25 at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The Berkeley College Business Forum allows New Jersey students to hear from professionals who have been successful in every aspect of business,” said Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President of High School and Community Outreach. “We hope the students will be inspired to think outside the box and be passionate about pursuing careers in business.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Pinkett, a New Jersey native, is Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a multimillion dollar consulting company in Newark, NJ. He was the Season 4 winner of “The Apprentice” with Donald Trump, and served as an executive with Trump Entertainment Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Nothing in life worth having comes easy,” Dr. Pinkett told the students. “If you want to be in business you have to work and you have to work hard. I know that there’s greatness in each and every one of you.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The students also had the opportunity to ask questions of a panel of professionals in the entertainment, public service and nonprofit sectors.</div> <div> </div> <div>Panelists included:</div> <div> </div> <div>- Maj. Karla Clark, Director of Community Relations and Development, The Salvation Army, East Coast Territory</div> <div>- Adair Curtis, 2003 Berkeley College alumnus and Director of Communications at RUSH Communications</div> <div>- Randy Esulto, founder of 20Fifteen Multimedia</div> <div>- Alan Schatzberg of Alan Schatzberg & Associates, Inc., an interior design firm specializing in providing custom window coverings to elite clientele </div> <div>- Matthew W. Horace, Special Agent in Charge of the Newark Field Division, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, US Department of Justice</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/randal-and-panel.jpg" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption A: Randal Pinkett, PhD, Season 4 winner of NBC’s hit reality show “The Apprentice,” addresses high school students before a panel of professionals at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum held at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Left to right are Matthew W. Horace, Special Agent in Charge of the Newark Field Division, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, US Department of Justice; Alan Schatzberg of Alan Schatzberg & Associates; Randy Esulto, founder of 20Fifteen Multimedia; Adair Curtis, 2003 Berkeley College alumnus and Director of Communications at RUSH Communications; and Maj. Karla Clark, Director of Community Relations and Development, The Salvation Army, East Coast Territory. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/panel-group.jpg" /></div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption B: A panel of professionals addressed high school students at the annual Berkeley College Business Forum. Left to right are Adair Curtis, 2003 Berkeley College alumnus and Director of Communications at RUSH Communications; Randy Esulto, founder of 20Fifteen Multimedia; Lori Merante, Berkeley College Associate Vice President of High School and Community Outreach; Maj. Karla Clark, Director of Community Relations and Development, The Salvation Army, East Coast Territory; Alan Schatzberg of Alan Schatzberg & Associates; and (not pictured) Matthew W. Horace, Special Agent in Charge of the Newark Field Division, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, US Department of Justice. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>    000'Apprentice' Winner and Panel Share Experiences with NJ Students at Berkeley College Business ForumPress Release107802Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/7/201020104/7/201020104/7/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ANAMARIA COBO DE PACI AS DEAN, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE, NY</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Anamaria Cobo de Paci as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. In this role Ms. Cobo de Paci will lead a team dedicated to student success in areas such as residential life, orientation and student activities.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Ms. Cobo de Paci has dedicated more than 20 years of her life to the development and success of students in all phases of college life,” said Berkeley College Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life, Thomas L. Thomas, PhD. “Berkeley College is confident she will continue to exhibit this commitment to the students enrolled at our New York campuses.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Cobo de Paci most recently served as Dean of Students at Stony Brook University – Southampton in Southampton, NY. In this role she was responsible for supervising personnel and implementing services in areas such as student activities and support services, among others.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Cobo de Paci also has served as Executive Director of the Center for Hispanic Excellence at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, and as Assistant Dean and Director of the Intercultural Center at Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Cobo de Paci holds a BS in Communication Arts from St. John’s University in Queens, NY, and an MA in Student Personnel Administration from New York University in New York City.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="301" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/anamariacobodepaci.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Anamaria Cobo de Paci as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Anamaria Cobo de Paci as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, NYPress Release107756Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201020104/1/201020104/1/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES <o:p></o:p></h2> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> APRIL ALUMNI EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> April 8 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> New Jersey/New York Network Mixer:  Join the Berkeley College Alumni Association and the New Jersey and New York Regional Chapters for the first network mixer of 2010 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.  All alumni and graduating seniors are invited.  Enjoy food and beverages, exchange business cards, and network your way through a fun evening.  For further information, please call Alumni Affairs at 973-278-5400, ext. 1338, or e-mail <a href="mailto:alumni@berkeleycollege.edu">alumni@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.       <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Redemption Grill, 1003 Second Avenue, New York, NY:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> New York Network Mixer:  Join the Berkeley College Alumni Association for this network mixer from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  All alumni and graduating seniors are invited.  Enjoy food and beverages, exchange business cards, and network your way through a fun evening.  For further information, please call Alumni Affairs at 973-278-5400, ext. 1338, or e-mail <a href="mailto:alumni@berkeleycollege.edu">alumni@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.       <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Radisson Martinique, 49 West 32nd Street, New York, NY:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Spring Career Fair:  Berkeley College alumni are invited to the Career Fair at The Radisson Martinique.  To register or for more information, contact Madeline Dielmann at 973-278-5400, ext. 1337, <a href="mailto:mnd@berkeleycollege.edu">mnd@berkeleycollege.edu</a>; or Stuart Siegman at 212-986-4343, ext. 4169, <a href="mailto:scs@berkeleycollege.edu">scs@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The registration deadline is April 9. <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                                    - end -        000Berkeley College Announces April Alumni EventsPress Release107752Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/1/201020104/1/201020104/1/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> LOCAL LEADERS INSPIRE COMMUNITY AT 2ND ANNUAL BERKELEY COLLEGE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PANEL </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="270" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/womens_panel.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda introduces Assemblywomen Joan Voss (D-38th), L. Grace Spencer (D-29th), Connie Wagner (D-38th) and Alison L. McHose (R-24th); Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes; and Assemblywoman Nellie Pou (D-35th) at the 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Panel hosted by Berkeley College on March 19. More than 100 Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and business and community leaders attended. “The distinguished leaders provided us with valuable insights regarding their journey, the difficulties along the way, the need for the delicate balancing act between professional and personal obligations, and their vision for the future,” said Ms. Duda. “That future vision includes encouraging and mentoring young women to become leaders in the world of politics and public service, thereby bringing their unique perspective to this world.”       </div> <div>    </div> <div align="center">  <img alt="" height="140" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/panel_group.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption (L to R): Assemblywomen Joan Voss (D-38th) and L. Grace Spencer (D-29th); Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda; Assemblywomen Connie Wagner (D-38th) and Alison L. McHose (R-24th); Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes; and Assemblywoman Nellie Pou (D-35th) at the 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Panel hosted by Berkeley College on March 19. More than 100 Berkeley College students and associates, politicians and business and community leaders attended.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Local Leaders Inspire Community at 2nd Annual Berkeley College Women's Leadership PanelPress Release107736Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse3/31/201020103/31/201020103/31/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> NEW JERSEY ASSEMBLY SPEAKER SHEILA Y. OLIVER TO ADDRESS BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATES AT 2010 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is pleased to announce that New Jersey Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver will deliver the Commencement Address during the Berkeley College 2010 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 30, 2010, at the Izod Center, 50 Route 120 in East Rutherford. Commencement exercises will begin at 9 a.m.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Approximately 1,400 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online will receive Bachelor’s or Associate’s degrees.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Speaker Sheila Oliver epitomizes the values of leadership and service to the community,” said Dr. Cortes. “Berkeley College is delighted that Speaker Oliver will be sharing her personal experiences which reflect her belief that education is a critical component of lifelong success.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Speaker Oliver is the first African-American woman to lead a legislative house in New Jersey. She represents the 34th Legislative District, which includes Clifton, East Orange, Glen Ridge, Montclair and Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson).</div> <div> Speaker Oliver was first elected to the Assembly in 2003. During her time in office, she co-sponsored the law creating the Department of Children and Families as well as sponsored legislation creating paid family leave and amending the state’s wrongful death law.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Speaker Oliver is an assistant Essex County administrator, and previously served as director of the Essex County Department of Citizen Services and the Department of Economic Development Training and Employment.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Prior to joining the New Jersey Legislature, Speaker Oliver served as an Essex County freeholder and as past president of the East Orange Board of Education. She has served on a number of civic boards and commissions and remains an active volunteer. </div> <div> Speaker Oliver earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania and a Master of Science degree in Community Organization, Planning and Administration from Columbia University.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="280" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/sheila_oliver.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption: New Jersey Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver will deliver the Commencement Address during the Berkeley College 2010 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 30, 2010.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000NJ Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver To Address Berkeley College Graduates at Commencement CeremonyPress Release107697Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/30/201020103/30/201020103/30/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE FASHION SHOW RAISES MORE THAN $2,000 FOR AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY</div> <div> </div> <div>On March 4, Berkeley College students hosted the 4th Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of the American Cancer Society. More than 50 students planned the event, arranged fashion collections and served as runway models, raising $2,060 for the charity through their efforts.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The Annual Charity Fashion Show is beneficial to everyone involved,” said Berkeley College Director of Student Development and Campus Life, Bergen Campus, Jennifer Litvak. “Berkeley College students get to experience the challenges and rewards of organizing a live fashion show, the vendors have the opportunity to exhibit their designs, and it all benefits a very deserving charity.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The show featured contemporary apparel from WHO.A.U.; formal wear from Biltmore Tuxedos, Windsor and Bijou Bridal; and a neo-vintage collection from the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s. Students gave musical and dance performances after each runway segment.</div> <div> </div> <div>Each year the fashion show supports a different charity, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the American Cancer Society.</div> <div> </div> <div>“It’s a great show for a great cause,” said Berkeley College student Kristopher Costa of Little Ferry, who served on the Planning Committee and as a model. “Cancer affects so many people, and we support the American Cancer Society in their mission to find a cure.”</div> <div> </div> <div>American Cancer Society Regional Vice President Denise M. Andersen said funds will support cancer research and improve the quality of life for patients from the minute of diagnosis.</div> <div> </div> <div>“There are more than 6,000 newly diagnosed patients in Bergen and Passaic counties each year,” said Ms. Andersen. “The American Cancer Society provides many valuable services to the community, and the only way we can do this is through volunteers and donations. I’m very proud of the students here.” </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="301" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/fashion-show-1.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption A: Alexicc Roberson of Bayonne models formalwear at the 4th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show, which raised more than $2,000 for the American Cancer Society.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/fashion-show-2.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>Photo Caption B: Chandni Patel of Little Falls (left) and Esther Lora of Egg Harbor Township model formalwear at the 4th Annual Berkeley College Charity Fashion Show, which raised more than $2,000 for the American Cancer Society.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Fashion Show Raises More Than $2,000 for American Cancer SocietyPress Release107682Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/201020103/26/201020103/26/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY,  MARCH 26, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> of Celebrity Photographer Michelle Kole   </h1> Berkeley College is exhibiting an array of photos by celebrity photographer Michelle Kole at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from April 5 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, April 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p>This the debut show for Ms. Kole who hails from Rockland County, NY.  “Early on, my parents saw my interest in taking pictures and always lent their encouragement,” she said.  “My dad, who was also interested in photography, taught me the basics.  I learned my way around a darkroom and how to shoot.  I soaked it up and knew there wasn’t any question that this would be my life.”  She attended the University of Delaware, making sure to take any photography class that was offered, and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.  Before embarking on a career, she trained further at the International Center of Photography, New York, NY.</o:p><o:p>       </o:p> In a short while, Ms. Kole's talent became apparent, and she was fortunate enough to photograph a number of celebrities.  They include Kat DeLuna, Taylor Swift, Britney Spears, Jamie Lynn Spears, Tiki Barber, Bill and Giuliana Rancic, and Audrina Patridge.  Some of her photos have appeared in magazines, including People, OK! (their highest grossing to date), US, Billboard, and TV Guide.   To view Ms. Kole's work, visit <a href="http://www.mkole.com/">www.mkole.com</a>.   For more details about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p></o:p>     <img alt="" height="231" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/michellekole.jpg" width="175" /> Photo Caption:   Photograph of pop and R&B singer Kat DeLuna is on exhibit, along with a number of other photos by Michelle Kole, at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from April 5 through 30.                                                                                                             - end -     000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Celebrity Photographer Michelle KolePress Release107575Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/22/201020103/22/201020103/22/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <o:p>BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES APRIL EVENTS<o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at The Radisson Martinique, 49 West 32nd Street, New York, NY: <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Spring Career Fair:  Berkeley College will host a Career Fair at The Radisson Martinique, 49 West 32nd Street, New York, NY, from 8:15 am to 1:00 pm.  This event offers the opportunity to meet representatives from over 50 companies with diverse hiring needs.  Attendees can learn about potential employers and take advantage of new networking opportunities.  To register or for more information, contact Madeline Dielmann at 973-278-5400, ext. 1337, <a href="mailto:mnd@berkeleycollege.edu">mnd@berkeleycollege.edu</a>; or Stuart Siegman, 212-986-4343, ext. 4169, <a href="mailto:scs@berkeleycollege.edu">scs@berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  The registration deadline is April 9. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> ONLINE CAMPUS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events are offered by Berkeley College Online™. <o:p> </o:p> April 6<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.   Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 24<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a Virtual Open House for students from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Anyone interested will have the chance to learn about Berkeley College degree programs and transfer opportunities.  Online courses can help students balance coursework with family, work, and social responsibilities.  Students will be able to log onto classes from work, home, or anywhere there is Internet access.  For more details and information on how to register, please call 973-405-2111 or e-mail <a href="mailto:online@berkeleycollege.edu">online@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 17 and 24 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College School of Continuing Education will offer Academic Refresher Workshops from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm.  They are presented by Berkeley College faculty members who have experience in teaching basic reading, writing, or math courses and have been trained in test-taking strategies.  The Math Refresher Workshops are open to students who have applied to Berkeley College. Participants will practice and review arithmetic skills needed to show proficiency when taking ACCUPLACER (the nationally recognized placement test).  The Reading and Writing Workshop leaders will review the skills necessary to show proficiency on the reading, sentence skills, and writing sections of ACCUPLACER.  A consultation with an admissions representative is required before registration.  For more information, please call 212-986-4343, ext. 4511.    April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> April 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Parents/guardians and  students are invited to learn more about Berkeley College and meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and support services.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. <st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker>, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 21 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@berkeleycollege.edu">info@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces April EventsPress Release107542Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/19/201020103/19/201020103/19/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2010  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId" /> <meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator" /> <meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator" /> <link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CVera%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /><style type="text/css"> st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) }</style><style type="text/css"> </style> <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES ESSENTIALS OF CAD CERTIFICATE PROGRAM</div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that for the Summer 2010 session it will offer an Essentials of CAD Certificate Program through the School of Continuing Education at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ. This comprehensive non-credit course is designed for individuals such as interior designers, architects, technicians and engineers interested in formal training in computer-aided design. Participating students will be taught by faculty who are architect/designer professionals experienced in AutoCAD 2010 instruction.  “AutoCAD is now the leading program for computer-aided design throughout the world,” says Berkeley College Chair of Interior Design Kevin Byrne, ASID. “More employers are using AutoCAD and there is a great demand for workers who are skilled in this program. Entry-level job applicants with AutoCAD experience can find opportunities in interior design and architectural offices, as well as in the fields of engineering, construction, and facilities planning and management.”  The Berkeley College Department of Career Services will provide graduates of the Essentials of CAD Program with the tools and information needed to conduct a thorough independent job search. Services provided include resume-writing techniques, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and networking opportunities.  To be considered for admission into the Essentials of CAD Certificate Program students must be high school graduates, preferably with some drafting experience. The course will meet from 6 to 9 pm Wednesdays, July 7 through September 15, 2010. For more information call (201) 967-9667, ext. 1701. A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img class="" height="148" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/cad2.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College will offer an Essentials of CAD Certificate Program for the Summer 2010 session at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ. This comprehensive non-credit course is designed for individuals such as interior designers, architects, technicians and engineers interested in formal training in computer-aided design.  <div align="center"> -end- </div> 000Berkeley College Announces Essentials of CAD Certificate ProgramPress Release107496Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/17/201020103/17/201020103/17/20102010Berkeley College Offers Academic Refresher Workshops <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE OFFERS ACADEMIC REFRESHER WORKSHOPS</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College is pleased to announce that in April and May it will offer Academic Refresher Workshops through the School of Continuing Education. These Saturday classes will be offered at the New York City Midtown Campus. The workshops will be presented by Berkeley College faculty members who have experience in teaching basic reading, writing or math courses and have been trained in test-taking strategies.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“Upon completion of the Academic Refresher Workshops students will be better prepared to take the Berkeley College entrance exam,” says Ricardo Ortegón, Berkeley College Dean of the School of Continuing Education.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">The Math Refresher Workshops are opened to students who have applied to Berkeley College and are designed for those who have been away from mathematics for two or more years. Participants will practice and review arithmetic skills needed to show proficiency when taking the math section of ACCUPLACER (a nationally recognized placement test used to measure skills in reading, English and math). Participants in the Reading and Writing Workshop will review the skills necessary to show proficiency on the reading, sentence skills and writing sections of ACCUPLACER.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Academic Refresher Workshops will be offered 10 am to 2:30 pm April 17 and 24; and May 1, 8, 15, and 22. Workshop fees will be applied toward future tuition cost if students are admitted and enroll at Berkeley College. A consultation with an Admissions representative is required before workshop registration. For more information call (212) 986-4343, ext. 4511.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">- end -</div>   000Berkeley College Offers Academic Refresher WorkshopsPress Release107485Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/15/201020103/15/201020103/15/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES MORE THAN $16,000 TOWARD RELIEF EFFORTS IN HAITI</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College has donated more than $16,000 toward relief efforts in Haiti following the devastating earthquake that hit the nation in January. Funds will be divided between AmeriCares, Doctors Without Borders, Habitat for Humanity, and Save the Children — four organizations that are bringing significant aid to the Port-au-Prince area.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Our College community has been personally affected by this tragedy, which has touched the hearts of humanity around the globe,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “I am very proud to announce that the Berkeley community has raised more than $8,000 to support the Haiti relief efforts. Berkeley College will be matching that amount for a grand total of $16,336.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Fundraisers took place at Berkeley College campuses in New York and New Jersey, as well as through Berkeley College Online. They featured everything from lunch and candy sales to a “Hula Hoop for Haiti” contest. Many projects were spearheaded by Student Government Association leaders and the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life.</div> <div> </div> <div>AmeriCares Vice President, Individual Philanthropy, Jennifer Grey thanked Berkeley College for its donation on behalf of her organization, and said there is still much to be done in Haiti.</div> <div> </div> <div>“We are grateful for the efforts of the Berkeley College community, which will help support disaster relief and the rebuilding that must take place moving forward,” said Ms. Grey. “The need is great and there is much to be done in the months and years ahead.”</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="301" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/hulaforhaiti.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption A: Berkeley College student Jennifer Petreski of Rochelle Park takes part in the “Hula Hoop for Haiti” event at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ. Fundraising efforts at Berkeley College campuses in New York, New Jersey and through Berkeley College Online raised money for four organizations that are bringing aid to Haiti in the wake of the January earthquake.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="143" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/haitireliefv2.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption B: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, presents a check for $16,336 to AmeriCares, Doctors Without Borders, Habitat for Humanity and Save the Children —  four organizations that are bringing aid to Haiti in the wake of the January earthquake. Accepting the check is AmeriCares Vice President, Individual Philanthrophy, Jennifer Grey.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Donates More Than $16,000 Toward Relief Efforts in HaitiPress Release107289Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/2/201020103/2/201020103/2/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE UNVEILS ‘BLANKET OF HOPE’ TO SUPPORT VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College recently unveiled the “Blanket of Hope,” a project created to inspire peace and support victims of violence.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Violence — whether domestic or on a global scale — is devastating to its victims,” said Berkeley College Personal Counselor, Bergen Campus, Nicole Palagano, MA. “We hope that those who read the Blanket of Hope will be inspired by its messages of peace and love, and that the victims of violence will know their situation is not hopeless.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The Blanket of Hope was a collective effort by Berkeley College New Jersey campuses and Berkeley College Online, where students, faculty and staff were invited to decorate 7-by-7-inch squares of cloth. One hundred squares were tied together at the corners to form the blanket, which will be displayed at each campus in the coming weeks. </div> <div> </div> <div>“This project allowed students and staff from many Berkeley College campuses to unite behind a common effort,” said Berkeley College Director of Counseling, New Jersey, and Personal Counselor, Garret Mountain Campus and Berkeley College Online, Sandra Coppola, PhD, LPC, LMHC. “Some squares tell stories of survival. Others are memorials to loved ones lost to violence. The blanket is a small effort, but it can inspire peace in a big way.”</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="166" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/blanketofhope.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): Berkeley College Personal Counselor, Middlesex Campus, Alyson M. Pompeo, MA, LAC, SAC, NCC; Director of Counseling, New Jersey, and Personal Counselor, Garret Mountain Campus and Berkeley College Online, Sandra Coppola, PhD, LPC, LMHC; Personal Counselor, Bergen Campus, Nicole Palagano, MA; and Personal Counselor, Newark Campus, Amanda Frey, MSW, LSW, display the Blanket of Hope, a collective effort by Berkeley College New Jersey campuses and Berkeley College Online in support of victims of violence.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Unveils 'Blanket of Hope' to Support Victims of ViolencePress Release107282Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/1/201020103/1/201020103/1/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Charles Mingus III</h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"> -         Skilled Artist in Metal Spinning, Sculpture, and Environmental Pieces  </h1> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Charles Mingus III at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from March 3 through 31.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, March 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> A native of Los Angeles, CA, Charles Mingus III is the son of legendary bassist and composer Charles Mingus II.  After studying with master calligrapher Shiro Ikegawa, he moved to New York, NY, and developed his skills in metal spinning, sculpture, and environmental art.  <o:p> </o:p> Now recognized as one of America’s most gifted and versatile artists, Mr. Mingus’s work is a part of such distinguished collectors as Daniel Filipacchi, Ivan Karp, and the estates of Larry Rivers, Willem de Kooning, Baroness de Koenigswarter Rothschild, and Allan Stone.    <o:p>The New York Public Library has featured his paintings and sculptures, as has the cutting-edge Chelsea art space, 532 Gallery Thomas Jaeckel. Working in a variety of media, the artist also has enjoyed numerous solo and group exhibitions across the US, Europe, and Japan. </o:p><o:p> </o:p><o:p>Mr. Mingus has been a teacher and lecturer in art and multimedia at the School of Visual Arts, NY; Towson State University, MD; and Empire State College at SUNY, NY, in addition to teaching a master class in theater at the Strasberg Institute, NY.  He has been profiled in many books and magazines, among them The New York Times, New Yorker, and New York Arts.  <o:p></o:p></o:p> <pre> <o:p>For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. </o:p></pre> <o:p> <img alt="" height="177" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/terrorismunveiledcolonialisticprognosticatorofthefourhorsemenoftheapocalypse.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> Photo Caption:   "Magritte," Prognosticator of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypses, is one of artist Charles Mingus III’s pieces on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from March 3 through 31.                                                                       - end -   000Berkeley College Exhibits the Work of Charles Mingus IIIPress Release107281Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/1/201020103/1/201020103/1/20102010 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> UNIVISION NETWORK INTERVIEWS </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT ABOUT</div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> LATINO STUDENT SUCCESS IN HIGHER EDUCATION</div> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/univision022410.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Univision Network New York News Co-Anchor Merijoel Duran on the set of The Morning Show interviews Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, about how Latino students can improve their chances for success in high school, college, and beyond. To see the entire interview, go to: <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2010/Player-Univision.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2010/Player-Univision.htm</a>                                                                                                                 -end-       000Univision Network Interviews Berkeley College President on Latino Student Success in Higher EducationPress Release107180Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/23/201020102/23/201020102/23/20102010 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left">PRESENTS WORKSHOP TO MEMBERS OF NEWARK REGIONAL BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"><img height="200" alt="" width="267" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/linkedinclass-nrbp010.jpg" /> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Social Media Coordinator Michael Iris (facing attendees) conducts  a workshop at the Newark Campus of Berkeley College for members of the Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP) who are interested in learning how Linked In is used by professionals and in business.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">- end -</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div>     <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> BERKELEY COLLEGE SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR</div>000Berkeley College Presents LinkedIn Workshop to NRBP MembersPress Release107163Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/19/201020102/19/201020102/19/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED ONE OF THE  BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for 2010. It is the fifth year the College has received the honor.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Berkeley College is honored to be included among the best in New Jersey,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “Our associates and faculty are passionate about participating in our students’ experience, resulting in a high level of fulfillment and satisfaction in their work.” </div> <div> </div> <div>The award program, created in 2005, is produced by NJBIZ and sponsored by Extensis, Gibbons P.C., and Rothstein Kass. It was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in New Jersey, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce and businesses.</div> <div> </div> <div>The Best Places to Work in New Jersey program recognizes 55 companies in two groups, depending on number of employees.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Berkeley College is honored and proud to be listed among the best companies to work for in New Jersey,” said Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources Karen Carpentieri. “We believe the benefits we offer to our more than 500 associates help us to attract and keep the best faculty and staff. Some of these benefits include waiving tuition at Berkeley College for associates and their dependents; an associate referral incentive program; a Healthy Living Wellness Program; a flexible spending account for out-of-pocket expenses; pet insurance; and a paid time-off policy to help balance work and family life.”   </div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College will be recognized and honored at the Best Places to Work in New Jersey awards dinner on Thursday, April 22, at the Hilton East Brunswick. Final rankings will be announced at the ceremony.   </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Named One of the Best Places to Work in New JerseyPress Release107162Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/19/201020102/19/201020102/19/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">             BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES MARCH EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p> March 4<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Fourth Annual Fashion Show, sponsored by the Berkeley College Office of Student Development and Campus Life, will take place at The Venetian, 546 River Drive, Garfield, from 6:00 – 10:00 pm.  Students will model contemporary apparel from WHO.A.U. formal wear from Biltmore Tuxedos, and stylish gowns from Windsor and Boubou.  Tickets are $35 for students and $45 for guests, with proceeds donated to the American Cancer Society of New Jersey.  The attire is semi-formal, and there will be a raffle and cash bar.  For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Alicia Martinez, Berkeley College Senior Director of Residence Life, at 973-278-5400, ext. 1329, or <a href="mailto:aam@BerkeleyCollege.edu">aam@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 27<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Syleecia Thompson, Berkeley College Professor, School of Business, invites the public to a book signing of Rhythm Without Blues, The Dichotomy of a Music Genre.  Her fascinating tell-all reveals the dark side of the music industry and what an artist has to go through to bring his or her talent to the masses.  The book signing will take place at Shaburi Restaurant, 125 East 39th Street, New York, NY, from 6:00 to 12:00 pm. For more information, contact Dr. Thompson directly at <a href="mailto:snt@BerkeleyCollege.edu">snt@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Interior Design Seminar:  Become an in-demand interior designer with an eye on excitement, energy, beauty, and budgets.  At this seminar you will hear about the latest industry trends and state-of-the-art methods of design--so indispensable in creating and managing a great future.  It runs from 6:00 to 7:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. OFD, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p><o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p></o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 3 - 31<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Charles Mingus III at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Mingus is a gifted and versatile artist who developed his skills in metal spinning, sculpture, and environmental art.  He is also a teacher and lecturer in art and multimedia.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, March 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> March 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Financial Planners Certificate Program:  This virtual information session prepares students with the technical skills, general knowledge, and communication abilities to enter a variety of professional positions in the growing financial services industry.  The session begins at 12:00 noon and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WC9, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 10 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House for adult students from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff, and learn about degree programs. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 13    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2009 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>   Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.         000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release107108Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/17/201020102/17/201020102/17/20102010 <div><img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div> </div> <div align="left"> </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED AS ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES</div> <div align="center"> TO WORK FOR IN NEW YORK STATE </div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College was recently named one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State for 2010. “Berkeley College is honored to be included among the best in New York,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “Our associates and faculty are passionate about participating in our students’ experience, resulting in a high level of fulfillment and satisfaction in their work.” </div> <div> </div> <div>The New York State Society for Human Resource Management and Best Companies Group, an independent company managing Best Places to Work programs, formed a partnership to launch the prestigious awards program in New York State in 2007. This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in New York, benefiting the state’s economy, its workforce, and businesses. </div> <div> </div> <div>The Best Companies to Work for in New York list is made up of 40 companies split into two groups: 25 small-to-medium-sized companies with between 15 and 249 employees, and 15 large-sized companies with 250 or more employees. Berkeley College was named one of the best in the large-sized category. Companies were evaluated based on workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics as well as the result of an employee survey.</div> <div> </div> <div>“All of us are honored and proud to be listed among the best companies to work for in New York State,” said Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources Karen Carpentieri. We believe the benefits we offer to our more than 500 associates help us to attract and keep the best faculty and staff. Some of these benefits include waiving tuition at Berkeley College for employees and their dependents; an employee referral incentive program; a flexible spending account for out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses; pet insurance; and a paid time-off policy to help balance work and family life.”   </div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College will be recognized and honored at the Best Companies to Work for in New York awards dinner on Wednesday, April 21, at the Marriott Hotel in Albany. Final rankings will be announced at the ceremony.   </div> <div>  </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> <div> </div> 000Berkeley College Named one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York StatePress Release106980Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/11/201020102/11/201020102/11/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">JERSEY CITY HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDED BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, has announced that Angela Davila of Jersey City in Hudson County, NJ, a senior at Marist High School, has received a scholarship to attend Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div>“We are proud to recognize the academic accomplishments of Angela by awarding her a scholarship to attend Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. “As a college that values diversity, fosters academic growth and recognizes the potential of each student, Berkeley College looks forward to welcoming these scholarship recipients to our campuses in the coming year.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College scholarships are awarded annually to high school seniors who demonstrate a high level of achievement in high school. Scholarships are renewable based on the recipient’s cumulative grade point average at the end of each academic year and continued enrollment as a full-time student.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Jersey City High School Senior Awarded Berkeley College ScholarshipPress Release106878Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/2/201020102/2/201020102/2/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE VICE PRESIDENT APPOINTED AS SPOKESMAN FOR FINANCIAL AID AWARENESS</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce that Vice President of Financial Aid, Howard Leslie, has been appointed to serve as a spokesman and presenter for the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) during Student Financial Aid Awareness Month. The campaign was established by New York Governor David A. Paterson to encourage students and families to explore the college financial aid opportunities available to them. Student Financial Aid Awareness Month runs through February 25.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Leslie has worked as a Financial Aid Administrator for 33 years, providing support, training and consultation nationwide. He joined Berkeley College in October 2009 and is responsible for the management of its Financial Aid offices.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a vital first step toward securing financial assistance for a college education,” said Mr. Leslie. “The events and workshops offered by HESC can help students and their families navigate the FAFSA process to ensure they receive the financial aid to which they are entitled.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Leslie will conduct HESC FAFSA workshops on the following dates:</div> <div> - February 10, 5:00 to 7:00 pm – Dodge YMCA, 225 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn - February 11, 6:00 to 8:00 pm – New Visions for Public Schools, Evander High School Campus, 800 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx - February 24, 6:00 to 8:00 pm – New Visions for Public Schools, Jefferson Campus, 400 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn</div> <div> </div> <div>For more information on workshops, visit www.StartHereGetThere.org. A HESC FAFSA hotline will be available on February 3, 10, 17 and 24 from noon to 6:00 pm by calling 1-800-808-1790.</div> <div> </div> <div>To view Mr. Leslie’s full profile, visit www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Howard_Leslie.htm.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="150" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/HLeslie.jpg" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College Vice President of Financial Aid, Howard Leslie, has been appointed to serve as a spokesman and presenter for the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation during Student Financial Aid Awareness Month.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Vice President Appointed as Spokesman for Financial Aid AwarenessPress Release106873Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/1/201020102/1/201020102/1/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> February is Black History Month <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Celebrates with Exhibit of <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Artwork of Aleathia Brown<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> In celebration of Black History Month, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is exhibiting the work of artist Aleathia Brown at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">3 East 43rd Street</st1:address></st1:street>. The exhibit by this New York City artist will be on display from February 1 through 26.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, February 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.      A native of <st1:place w:st="on">Harlem</st1:place> and the <st1:place w:st="on">Bronx</st1:place>, Ms. Brown is an art educator who conducts fine art sessions, demonstrations, slide presentations, and lectures. A visual storyteller who developed a deep appreciation for the arts at an early age, Ms. Brown creates life experiences on canvas.  She describes her work as, “…a collection of styles, mediums, and experiences, but using my visual voice to overlay,” and adds, “My works right now are paintings on burlap, leather, canvas, wood, and paper – all have the essence of movement and color woven through each varied surface.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Brown graduated from <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Fiorello</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">H.</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">LaGuardia</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">High School</st1:placetype></st1:place> of Music & Art and Performing Arts, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the School for Visual Arts in advertising and art education. She completed a certificate program for commercial art at Parsons School of Design and is listed with the National Museum of Women in the Arts Archives.  <o:p> </o:p> An active member of the Harlem Arts Alliance, Ms. Brown conducts art presentations at  monthly meetings and has office space at Chashama Studios in New York City for private viewings or creative sessions for artists.  She coordinated “Kwanzaa Spirit” in 2006 and 2007 at the American Museum of Natural History.  She has participated in the Harlem Arts Alliance’s Artz Rootz & Rhythm festivals, including events at the New York Society for Ethical Culture, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Harlem</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">State</st1:placetype> <st1:placename w:st="on">Office</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Building</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Plaza</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Harlem Week, and <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Mount Vernon</st1:place></st1:state>’s “Arts on Third.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Brown’s artwork has been collected and commissioned nationally and internationally.  Her works are in permanent collection at the Abyssinian Development Corporation, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Harlem</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">NY</st1:state></st1:place>; Great Neck Library, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Long Island</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">NY</st1:state></st1:place>; Young People’s Library, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Las Vegas</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">NV</st1:state></st1:place>; <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">North</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">General</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Hospital</st1:placetype></st1:place>’s National Conference for Palliative Care, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">New York</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">NY</st1:state></st1:place>; and <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Montefiore</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Hospital</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Bronx</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">NY</st1:state></st1:place>.  <o:p> </o:p> The artist was featured in Upscale magazine’s August 2008 issue with First Lady Michelle Obama on the cover.     <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the artist, visit <a href="http://www.myspace.com/aleathiabrown">www.myspace.com/aleathiabrown</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/aleathiabrown">www.facebook.com/aleathiabrown</a>.  For details about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="307" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/aleathiabrown.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> <o:p> <o:p> </o:p></o:p> Photo Caption:   Vision, a mixed media piece, from artist Aleathia Brown’s exhibit, is on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from February 1 through 26.     <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>                         - end -                                                                                </o:p><o:p> </o:p>         000February is Black History Month; Berkeley College Celebrates with Artwork of Aleathia BrownPress Release106844Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/29/201020101/29/201020101/29/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL PLANNERS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it will begin offering a Financial Planners Certificate Program. The non-credit program, which is approved by the Certified Financial Planner™ Board of Standards Inc., will prepare students to seek licensure as Certified Financial Planners and enter various professional positions in the financial services industry.</div> <div> </div> <div>“According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of financial analysts and personal financial advisors is projected to grow significantly by 2014,” says Berkeley College Dean of the School of Business John Rapanos, DPS, CFP®. “The Financial Planners Certificate Program at Berkeley College can be completed in nine months and is ideal for professionals looking to gain new marketable skills in the financial services industry.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The Financial Planners Certificate Program will be offered through Berkeley College Online beginning in Spring 2010, with plans to expand to other campuses in Fall 2010. The program curriculum includes courses in Insurance, Investment, Tax and Retirement Planning, among other topics. </div> <div> </div> <div>Information sessions about the Financial Planners Certificate Program will be offered through the Web on Saturday, January 30 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm; on Tuesday, February 23 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm; and on Tuesday, March 9 from noon to 1:00 pm. The sessions can be accessed by visiting www.berkeleycollege.edu/lp/2010/Financial_Planners/Virtual_Info_Session.asp.</div> <div> </div> <div>For more information about the Financial Planners Certificate Program call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PEF or visit http://BerkeleyCollege.edu/SCE/financial_planner.htm.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Announces Financial Planners Certificate ProgramPress Release106819Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/28/201020101/28/201020101/28/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010 BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES STAR AWARD FROM NORTH JERSEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  <img alt="" height="142" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2010_photos/StarGala.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has received a 2009 STAR Award from the North Jersey Regional Chamber of Commerce (NJRCC). Pictured left to right are Berkeley College Board Members Brian and Timothy Luing; Chairman Kevin Luing; NJRCC Board Member Brian Murphy of Columbian Bank; and Berkeley College Vice Chairman Randy Luing. The annual STAR award recognizes community business leaders and organizations that promote business development, community revitalization and commerce. Berkeley College shared the spotlight with Verizon – New Jersey, which also received a STAR Award. <o:p>- end -</o:p> 000Berkeley College Receives STAR AwardPress Release106813Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/27/201020101/27/201020101/27/20102010 Berkeley College Students Join Jersey Cares in Honor of Dr. Martin King Jr. Day <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS JOIN JERSEY CARES  IN HONOR OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY</div>   <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/MLKDAY2.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students from the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ, joined Jersey Cares volunteers to paint a mural at James F. Murray Public School No. 38 in Jersey City, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Pictured is Belkis "Ruby" Drexler of Paterson, NJ. Jersey Cares is a nonprofit, community-based organization, that provides individuals, families, and corporate and community groups with a variety of volunteer opportunities.     000Berkeley College Students Join Jersey Cares in Honor of Dr. Martin King Jr. DayPress Release106812Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/27/201020101/27/201020101/27/20102010 Berkeley College Students Join Jersey Cares in Honor of Dr. Martin King Jr. Day   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS JOIN JERSEY CARES  IN HONOR OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY</div>   <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/MLKDAY1.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students from the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park, NJ, joined Jersey Cares volunteers to paint a mural at James F. Murray Public School No. 38 in Jersey City, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Pictured (left to right) are Micuerlange Exantus of Pleasantville, NJ, and Nicole Phoenix of Englewood, NJ. Jersey Cares is a nonprofit, community-based organization that provides individuals, families, and corporate and community groups with a variety of volunteer opportunities.   -end-     000Berkeley College Students Join Jersey Cares in Honor of Dr. Martin King Jr. DayPress Release106786Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/25/201020101/25/201020101/25/20102010 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS MICHAEL K. SMULLEN AS DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI AFFAIRS</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael K. Smullen as Director of Alumni Affairs. In this role Mr. Smullen will direct, maintain and supervise the Alumni Affairs Office in accordance with the new strategic plan of the College, oversee alumni communications, and support the Alumni Board and related committees. </div> <div> </div> <div> “Berkeley College alumni have so many positive career experiences to share,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations Lily Sidorovich. “Mr. Smullen possesses the experience to engage the vast network of Berkeley College graduates for the benefit of the College community. He will be a welcome addition to the Berkeley family.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Smullen most recently served as Director of the Office of Alumni Relations at Kean University in Union, NJ. In this role he worked to unite the more than 75,000 Kean University graduates, as well as launched a Career Network & Mentor Program for alumni.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Smullen also has served as Production Assistant at Alexander Hamilton Institute in Ramsey, NJ, and as Alumni Associate in the Office of Alumni Relations at Drew University in Madison, NJ.</div> <div> </div> <div>Mr. Smullen holds a BA degree in Political Science from Drew University in Madison, NJ. </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="246" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/michaelsmullen.jpg" />  </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Michael K. Smullen as Director of Alumni Affairs. </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Michael K. Smullen as Director of Alumni AffairsPress Release106729Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/19/201020101/19/201020101/19/20102010   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2010 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.      <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 10  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> February 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>February 10<o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 10  <o:p></o:p>   <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 10    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 10  <o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400,/ ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 10     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> February 10  <o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 10<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Information Session:  Students can learn what career paths are available when they choose this field of study.  They can analyze emerging issues in the field and study such topics as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  The session begins at 6:00 pm and there is no charge.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. WCJ, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host Parent Day at 10:00 am.  This event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about Berkeley College and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.  Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  For further  information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 24   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release106541Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/30/2009200912/30/2009200912/30/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits ‘In Love with the Circle’ –  <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  Acrylic Paintings by Atanaska Tassart   <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting artwork by artist Atanaska Tassart at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from January 4 - 29, 2010.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, January 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Tassart holds a Master’s degree in multimedia fiber art from the State University of Visual Arts in Lodz, Poland, and in painting from the University of Art in Vienna, Austria. She also studied at Parsons School of Design and the School of Visual Arts in New York.  <o:p> </o:p> About her paintings, the artist says, “I like to work spontaneously and in the moment.  I set no limits on my materials.  I work on canvas, paper, or wood, and enjoy exploring the varied effects of oils, acrylics, inks, and mixed media.  I rely on the color palette as a versatile and expressive element in my work.”  She adds that, most recently, the circle has become her primary visual component as she explores the endless arrangements, combinations, and articulations of this most basic shape.  “I take the circle as the basic unit of my art and continuously improvise new images by playing with color, texture, and composition…”   <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Tassart’s work has been featured in many American and international exhibitions as well as several solo shows in New York.  She has been honored with the Theodore  Koener Foundation Award for Science and Art and received an Excellence in Visual Arts Award from the Austrian government.  <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="149" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/IndigoPoints.jpg" width="151" /></o:p> <o:p> Photo Caption:  “Circles of Light” from Atanaska Tassart’s exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City.  The exhibit will be on display from January 4 - 29, 2010.  </o:p>   000Berkeley College Exhibits 'In Love with the Circle' - Acrylic Paintings by Atanaska TassartPress Release106537Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/30/2009200912/30/2009200912/30/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE MAKES DONATION OF MORE THAN</div> <div align="center">$1,400 TO FOOD BANK FOR WESTCHESTER</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="191" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/foodbankwestchester.jpg" width="250" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: The Westchester Campus of Berkeley College recently made a $1,460 donation to the Food Bank for Westchester to help those in need this holiday season. The donation, which is given annually by the Westchester Campus, was made on behalf of the Westchester Putnam Rockland Counseling Association (WPRCA). Pictured are Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Westchester Campus, Cynthia Rubino (left) and Executive Director, Food Bank for Westchester, Christina Rohatynskyj.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Makes Donation of More Than $1,400 to Food Bank for WestchesterPress Release106507Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/28/2009200912/28/2009200912/28/20092009 Berkeley College Announces Publication of Books by Faculty Members <div> <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES PUBLICATION OF BOOKS BY  FACULTY MEMBERS  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div>  <img alt="" height="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/rahulbedi.jpg" width="150" /> Rahul Bedi, PhD, Chair, Management, New York, School of Business, is author of "Corporate Governance Triangle in the Post Sarbanes-Oxley Period" (Lambert Academic Publishing AG & Co, Koln, Germany, November 2009). In this book Dr. Bedi presents valuable research into the wielding of corporate power by industry’s most powerful corporate stakeholder – public pension funds. The book provides a historical look at the growing recognition of pension funds as institutions capable of influencing corporate actions, and then surveys the receptiveness of CEOs and independent directors to that influence on a number of hot-button issues.  <img alt="" height="100" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/sthompson1209.jpg" width="150" /> Syleecia Thompson, PhD, Management, New York, School of Business, is author of "Rhythm Without Blues: The Dichotomy of a Music Genre" (Strategic Book Publishing, November 2009). The daughter of legendary soul singer Syl Johnson and sister of Grammy-nominated Rhythm & Blues singer Syleena Johnson, Dr. Thompson’s book reveals the dark side of the industry, and what an artist has to go through to bring his or her talent to the mainstream. The book includes more than 20 unedited interviews from artists, producers, lawyers, managers, and industry insiders including industry giants Micky “MeMpHiTz” Wright of Jive Records, and Nicci Gilbert of the group Brownstone. </div> <div> <img alt="" height="198" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/montlack.jpg" width="150" /></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Michael Montlack, Liberal Arts and Sciences, New York, School of Liberal Arts, is author of "The Slip" (Poets Wear Prada Press, October 2009). Author Peter Covino, winner of the 2007 PEN/America Osterweil Award, describes "The Slip" as “engagingly novelistic even as these memoristic vignettes are untamed by wit and scathing humor.” Other books by Professor Montlack include "Cover Charge" (Gertrude Press, 2007 – winner of the 2007 Gertrude Prize) and "Girls, Girls, Girls" (Pudding House, 2008). </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> -end-</div>    000Berkeley College Announces Publication of Books by Faculty MembersPress Release106461Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/23/2009200912/23/2009200912/23/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HOLDS TOY DRIVE FOR JOSEPH M. SANZARI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL</div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="283" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/hospitaltoys.jpg" /> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Jen Juliano of Nutley (left), Management – Environmental Management, and Berkeley College alumna Lauren Rosano of Cresskill, High School Admissions Assistant, Bergen Campus, assemble toys for the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center. A toy drive organized by the Bergen Campus Admissions team and supported by Berkeley College students, faculty and staff collected games, books and monetary donations that were used to purchase gifts for those at the hospital this holiday season.  <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Holds Toy Drive for Joseph M. Sanzari Children's HospitalPress Release106459Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/23/2009200912/23/2009200912/23/20092009Berkeley College Recognizes Past President of Alumni Association at Alumni Holiday Reception <div><img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZES PAST PRESIDENT OF THE  ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AT THE ALUMNI HOLIDAY RECEPTION  </div> <div>  <img height="166" alt="" width="250" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/mperez2.jpg" /></div> <div align="left">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Alumni Association Past President Luis Max Perez (left) was honored for outstanding leadership and guidance during the Alumni Holiday Reception held recently at the Newark Campus. Presenting the award is Berkeley College Alumni Association Interim President George Nikanorov.</div> <div align="left"> </div> <div align="left"><img height="166" alt="" width="250" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/mperez1.jpg" /></div> <div align="left">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Alumni Association Past President Luis Max Perez (second from left) was honored for  outstanding leadership and guidance during the Alumni Holiday Reception held recently at the Newark Campus. Also in the photo (left to right) are Berkeley College Alumna and Senior Vice President, Institutional Advancement and External Relations, Lily Sidorovich; Berkeley College Alumni Association Interim President George Nikanorov; and Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">-end-</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div> </div> <div align="left"> </div> 000Berkeley College Recognizes Past President of Alumni Association at Alumni Holiday ReceptionPress Release106378Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/16/2009200912/16/2009200912/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.       <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JANUARY 2010 EVENTS</h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> January 20 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> January 20    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> January 20 <o:p></o:p>   <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> January 20   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> January 20 <o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> January 20    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> January 20 <o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> January 23  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker w:st="on">PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2008 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces January 2010 EventsPress Release106377Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/16/2009200912/16/2009200912/16/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS SHELLY NICE AS DIRECTOR,</div> <div align="center">CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEARNING AND TEACHING</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Shelly Nice, MBA, as Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching. In this role, Ms. Nice will focus on faculty development, including the staff’s use of technology, and coordinate academic service learning, research and scholarship opportunities. The Center promotes faculty excellence in learning, teaching and scholarship.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching at Berkeley College provides the support our faculty needs to be both innovative and effective,” said Dr. Zeitzer. “Ms. Nice will be a great asset to the Center in its mission to empower Berkeley College faculty and students to achieve great things.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Nice most recently served Centenary College in Parsippany, NJ, in the areas of Curriculum and Faculty Development in Adult and Online Programs. She previously was Director of the Saturday Fast Track Program in Adult Education at the College of St. Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ. </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Nice has been a frequent speaker at the Sloan Consortium as well as at the Stony Brook University Summer Colloquium. She sits on the Advisory Board for the Graduate Program in Corporate and Organizational Communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Nice holds an MBA in Marketing from Centenary College, an MA in Corporate and Organizational Communication from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a BA in Anthropology/Writing from Drew University.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="203" alt="" width="200" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/shellynice.jpg" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Shelly Nice, MBA, as Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Shelly Nice as Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and TeachingPress Release106363Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/15/2009200912/15/2009200912/15/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE SENDS MORE THAN 2,000 HOLIDAY WISHES TO US TROOPS OVERSEAS</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College will send some extra cheer to servicemen and women in the US Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force this holiday season. The College has collected nearly 2,400 cards from its faculty, staff and students for troops serving overseas.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Cards designed by local elementary schools and members of VIA Agency, the internal creative unit of Berkeley College, will be shipped in mid-December to troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “We wanted to do something to let our service members overseas know we appreciate their sacrifice,” said members of the Bergen Campus Admissions team who spearheaded the effort. “We weren’t sure if our goal of 1,000 cards was realistic, but we were blown away by the support from Berkeley College and area elementary schools. People really came through for our troops.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> Some of the school groups contributing cards included Stony Point Elementary School in Rockland County, NY, which contributed 300 cards; Essex Valley School in West Caldwell, NJ, which contributed 200 cards; and Gloversville Enlarged School District in Fulton County, NY, which contributed 150 cards.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “The holidays can be a difficult time for troops stationed away from the comforts of home and family,” said Assistant Vice President of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard E. Robitaille, EdD. “Berkeley College hopes these cards bring a little holiday cheer to those who do so much to keep our country safe.”</div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <img alt="" height="301" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/Newsandevents/2009_photos/militarycards.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Kirsten Ciervo of Clifton, General Business; and Anthony Peterson of Fairview, Justice Studies – Criminal Justice, write cards to the troops at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ. Berkeley College collected more than 2,000 cards for troops overseas.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Sends More Than 2,000 Holiday Wishes to US Troops OverseasPress Release106338Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/14/2009200912/14/2009200912/14/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE FEATURED IN GUIDE TO MILITARY-FRIENDLY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES </div> <div>Berkeley College is recognized for its outstanding military programs and veteran support services in the 2009 Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities, published by Military Advanced Education, a journal of higher learning for servicemen and women.</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College was ranked among the top 3 percent of more than 5,000 colleges nationwide. The guide also features an interview with Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College launched its Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, headed by Assistant Vice President Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, in June 2009. The College currently assists active military personnel and veterans through the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, as well as through partnerships with the National Guard and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. </div> <div> </div> <div>Earlier this year, Berkeley College was rated a Military-Friendly School for 2010 by G.I. Jobs magazine, an award honoring the colleges that do the most to embrace student veterans.</div> <div> </div> <div>Click <a href="http://military-advanced-education.com/mae-archives/215-mae-2009-volume-4-issue-6/2250-university-corner-berkeley-college.html">here</a> to read the interview with Dr. Cortes in the 2009 Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Featured in Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and UniversitiesPress Release106336Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/11/2009200912/11/2009200912/11/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HOLIDAY GIFT DRIVE SUPPORTS VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="166" alt="" width="250" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/shelteroursisters.jpg" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: (Left to right) Berkeley College students Kewanah Richardson of Saddle Brook, Interior Design; Jeannette de Ruiter of West Milford, Fashion Marketing and Management; Jeffry Rodriguez of Paterson, Business Administration; and Caitlyn Schueremann of Ramsey, Marketing (not pictured), organized a holiday gift drive for Shelter Our Sisters, a Hackensack-based nonprofit that assists women and children who have been victims of domestic violence. The drive was organized by S.A.V.E. (Student Anti-Violence Educators) at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ, and collected dozens of stuffed animals, games, clothing and other gifts for those in need.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Holiday Gift Drive Supports Victims of Domestic ViolencePress Release106334Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/11/2009200912/11/2009200912/11/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS YOUTH BUSINESS OLYMPICS</div> <div align="center">IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY </div> <div>In partnership with the African-American Men of Westchester (AAMW), the Business Council of Westchester, and the Westchester County Association, Berkeley College recently sponsored the <a href="http://video.berkeleycollege.edu/video/youth_olympics/">6th Annual Westchester Youth Business Skills Olympics</a>. The purpose is to introduce students to the world of business, to teach them valuable skills in problem-solving and to help them learn to work collaboratively. Teams of students from 14 high schools competed in the day-long event by reviewing a Harvard Business School auto industry case, examining the struggle between Canadian and American labor unions and General Motors.</div> <div> </div> <div>“What a privilege to see the teams’ tremendous vitality and interest in working together toward a successful solution,” said Berkeley College Westchester Campus Operating Officer Cynthia Rubino, one of the judges. “Westchester County will continue to thrive because these students will bring their strengths to our workforce.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Co-Chairman of the Youth Business Skills Committee for the AAMW, Bernard B. Thombs, remarked, “It’s important for students to understand that once they finish high school, they’re going to be put into situations in either school or employment that will require them to work well with others. The Youth Business Olympics also helps the business community realize we have a talented pool of young people ready and willing to take on the challenges of employment in the county as we move forward.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The students were asked to review the case and present solutions on how to create a balance between the needs of the workers in both countries who were in conflict, and make General Motors profitable. They were to keep in mind the financial, political, social and economic consequences of their recommendation and strive for the best outcome.</div> <div> </div> <div>Each of the teams had an adult facilitator to help the team focus on the issue and work through the problem together. The winning teams – representing Alexander Hamilton High School in Elmsford; Saunders and Roosevelt high schools in Yonkers (tied for 2nd Place) and Valhalla High School in Valhalla – together with their families, schools and other officials, were honored and received awards at a special dinner reception held at Berkeley College.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Sponsors Youth Business Olympics in Westchester CountyPress Release106189Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/27/2009200911/27/2009200911/27/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CLIMATE ACTION FORUMS BRING ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES TO THE FOREFRONT</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently emphasized its commitment to environmental awareness by holding panel discussions in New York and New Jersey in honor of Campus Sustainability Day. The discussions, titled “Climate Science: What’s Happening With the Climate?” and “The Ethics of Taking Action: Should I Be Doing Something?” were held at the Westchester Campus in White Plains, NY, and at the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ, and brought together Berkeley College faculty and students as well as local community members. </div> <div>  </div> <div> The discussions ranged from environmental legislation to moral and ethical obligations and the debate over whether humans really impact climate change.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “There are so many ways an individual can plug into the issue of environmental sustainability,” said Joy Browne, PhD, a panelist and Berkeley College faculty member in the Department of Liberal Arts and Sciences, NJ. She said every small action can make a difference, whether it be starting a town recycling program or buying a more gas-efficient car. “The point is to find a place and get started.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College Student Government Association Vice President, Middlesex Campus, Sally Portes said efforts should be global. “Developed nations should serve as an example for countries that are developing,” said Ms. Portes, a Justice Studies – Criminal Justice student. “They can follow our lead. That way sustainability can be global.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Panelists at the Westchester Campus debated whether humans really impact climate change, but Greg Clary, environmental reporter for The Journal News in New York, said that science is a nonissue. “It’s up to us as individuals to try to build a more sustainable world,” he said. “There are steps we all should take that have nothing to do with whether the world is getting warmer. It’s a question of whether we can make our planet last longer.” </div> <div> The forums were sponsored by Project GreenPath, a program launched in 2007 to coordinate green initiatives among the Berkeley College campuses.  “At Berkeley College we have made a major commitment to become a leader in sustainability,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “As educators we feel a strong obligation to act responsibility and serve as a role model for our students and the community.”  </div> <div> To support these goals, Dr. Cortes has signed the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, which commits the College to developing a plan to achieve climate neutrality. Berkeley College also has accepted the challenge of New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at its New York Campuses by 30 percent in 10 years. </div> <div>  </div> <div> To view videos of the Berkeley College Climate Action Forums, visit http://climateactionforum.blogspot.com.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Climate Action Forums Bring Environmental Issues to the ForefrontPress Release106174Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/25/2009200911/27/2009200911/27/20092009Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer Receives Award <img src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" alt="" class="" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER RECEIVES TOUCH THE SKY AWARD FROM KIDS X-PRESS<o:p></o:p>    <img width="200" height="150" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/kidsxpressaward.jpg" alt="" class="" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Westchester Campus Operating Officer Cindy Rubino (center) was celebrated as the 2009 "Touch the Sky" honoree to benefit Kids X-Press, Inc. Joining Ms. Rubino is Berkeley College student Deborah Goncalves (left) and Kids X-Press Executive Director Nina Viera. "Every day I am encouraged to help students of all ages ‘touch the sky’ - extending their own talent by using the talent and resources of all sectors of our Westchester community," said Ms. Rubino on accepting the award. The mission of Kids X-Press Inc. is to promote literacy, encouraging children of all abilities and backgrounds to express themselves.  More than $24,000 was raised for their mission through the event.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - 000Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer Receives AwardPress Release106132Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/24/2009200911/24/2009200911/24/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits Art of Larry Frank<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Reception Features Book Signing of ‘My Diva’ <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> with Artwork of Kenneth Dinkel also on Exhibit<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting “Divas,” - the artwork of artist Larry Frank at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from December 1 through 31.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, December 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> The reception includes a reading and book signing of ”My Diva,” a collection compiled by Michael Montlack, Berkeley College Professor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, NY.    <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Frank graduated from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, New York, NY, and attended graduate school at the University of Illinois.  He studied oil painting at the Educational Alliance and the Art Student’s League, both in New York, NY.  <o:p> </o:p> About his work, Mr. Frank says, “I see people in color, form, and space.  Each person radiates his or her true personality in a verbal and nonverbal way which allows me to capture the whole person. Drawing, painting, the decorative arts, needle arts – all complement each other for me as art forms.  Each is original art.”  <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Frank’s oil paintings, watercolors, and drawings can be viewed in more than 30 collections, with needlepoint and quilts in over 10 collections. These include participation in the West Side Arts Coalition shows, New York, NY; a one-man show at the Ripe Gallery, Greenlawn, NY; and another one-man show at the Chappaqua Library, Chappaqua, NY.  To view images of Mr. Frank’s work, visit <a href="http://www.larry-frank.com/">www.larry-frank.com</a>.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> <o:p> </o:p></o:p> On display in the Second Floor Lobby at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery is the work of artist Kenneth Dinkel. An abstract and landscape artist, growth is essential to Mr. Dinkel and nothing excites him more than the exploration of color, which he experiences in different forms.  His work is vivid, showing a great deal of movement.  The artist’s images can be found at <a href="http://www.kennethdinkel.com/">www.kennethdinkel.com</a>.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> For more information about these exhibits, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.   <img alt="" height="223" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/larryfrank.jpg" width="200" />   Photo Caption:  "Donna With Teacup" by artist Larry Frank, one of many  paintings on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from December 1 through 31.                                                                                                               - end - <o:p> </o:p>                                                              000Berkeley College Exhibits Art of Larry FrankPress Release106131Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/24/2009200911/24/2009200911/24/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION WITH RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY</div> <div> </div> <div>The School of Continuing Education at Berkeley College is proud to announce the grand opening of its new facilities, which were on display during a ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this month at the New York City Midtown Campus. The School of Continuing Education was established this year as part of the President’s Strategic Plan, Vision for the Future, 2010-2015, which called for the College to be comprised of five schools.</div> <div> </div> <div>The individualized benefits and broad array of curricula offered by the School of Continuing Education help adult and non-traditional students achieve and exceed their educational goals whether they are enrolling in college for the first time, returning to enhance their careers, or taking courses for personal enrichment.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The development of the School of Continuing Education culminates in Berkeley College offering opportunities for our students in workforce development and retooling of skills that build a strong framework for a successful career,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, at the ceremony. </div> <div> </div> <div>Dean of the School of Continuing Education Ricardo Ortegón said the School will continue to adapt to give Berkeley College students a substantial edge when they join the workforce.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The School of Continuing Education will evolve to meet the needs and demands dictated by our environment,” said Dean Ortegón. “We will continue to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to work in emerging industries and with new and advanced technologies.”</div> <div> </div> <div>In January 2010, the School of Continuing Education will launch its Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at the New York City Midtown Campus; the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ; and the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. The non-credit program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, will prepare students in a field that is expected to grow extensively in coming years.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="150" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/continuingeducation.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, and Dean of the School of Continuing Education Ricardo Ortegón lead a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of new facilities for the School of Continuing Education at the New York City Midtown Campus. Pictured left to right are Berkeley College alumna Brigitte Cunning, Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD; Associate Provost, Faculty Affairs, Marianne Vakalis, EdD; Dean Ortegón; Dr. Cortes; and Campus Operating Officer, New York City Midtown, Kristin Rowe. <div align="center"> - end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Celebrates School of Continuing Education with Ribbon-Cutting CeremonyPress Release106100Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/20/2009200911/20/2009200911/20/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW FACILITY IN CLIFTON, NJ</div> <div> Assemblyman Thomas P. Giblin, Passaic County Freeholder Bruce James, and Clifton Councilman Peter Eagler were among the dignitaries joining Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, for yesterday’s Grand Opening of the new Berkeley College Online headquarters at 600 Getty Avenue in Clifton, NJ.  The 10,000 square-foot space accommodates 29 staff members who use “smart” technology such as large high-definition monitors and wireless laptop computers with “soft” telephones and web cameras. These technological advances allow associates to engage with students in audio and video chats. </div> <div> “Berkeley College is experiencing tremendous growth using online technology for learning and teaching,” said Dr. Cortes. “Our busy online students have access to the rich curriculum, experienced faculty, and broad range of student support services that are offered to every Berkeley College student.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> At the ceremony, Berkeley College Online received a Joint Legislative Resolution from the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly, as well as congratulatory letters from local legislators, the United States Distance Learning Association and the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders. </div> <div>  “This is surely a great step forward in helping people of all ages and with varying interests to further their education and better ensure their future intellectual health and economic prosperity,” said Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. </div> <div> Since 2003, when Berkeley College first began offering fully accredited online degrees, the number of students enrolled in the full degree online program has steadily increased from 49 students to 822 students this year.  More than 2,000 students have registered to take at least one online class this fall. Berkeley College Online offers degrees in the following areas: Accounting; Business Administration; Fashion Marketing and Management; Financial Services; General Business; Health Services Management; Health Services Administration; Health Services Administration – Medical Insurance, Billing and Coding; Information Systems Management; International Business; Justice Studies – Criminal Justice; Management; Management – Entrepreneurship; Management – Environmental; Management – Human Resources; Management – Nonprofit; and Marketing. </div> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 655 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu. Visit www.berkeleycollege.edu/forward/PR_fp.htm for Berkeley College Online media resources. Visit http://berkeleycollege.edu/podcasts/2009/Player-OnlineVirtualTour.htm for a virtual tour of Berkeley College Online. <img alt="" height="124" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/BCOribboncutting.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Celebrating the grand opening of the new Berkeley College Online (BCO) headquarters in Clifton, NJ, are (left to right): BCO Director of Career Services Rosemarie Berman; Passaic County Freeholder Bruce James; Assemblyman Thomas P. Giblin, 34th District; Clifton Councilman Peter Eagler; Constituent Representative for Congressman Bill Pascrell, Carmen DePadua; Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Berkeley College Chairman Kevin L. Luing; BCO Dean Carol Smith; BCO Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein; and BCO Director of Student Accounts Ashley Maikranz.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>     000Berkeley College Online Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facilities in Clifton, NJPress Release106096Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/19/2009200911/19/2009200911/19/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> BERKELEY COLLEGE CHARITY CAR SHOW<o:p></o:p> BENEFITS CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Classic and collector cars were out in force at the 5th Annual Charity Car Show at Berkeley College in Paramus, NJ. The show featured nearly 200 cars and raised more than $18,000, including a matching donation by the College to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. <o:p> </o:p> “It is with great pride that I report that the $18,303 raised at this year’s Charity Car Show broke our previous records,” said Robert Oddo, Berkeley College Paramus Campus Director of Admissions, who organized the event. <o:p> </o:p> The event was supported by a team of volunteers and featured a blood drive, magicians, clowns, and a Halloween costume contest. <o:p> </o:p> Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States, and 70,000 people worldwide. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.     <o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p> <img alt="" height="127" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/carshow3.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: The Berkeley College Paramus Campus 5th Annual Charity Car Show raised $18,303 to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF.)  Standing (left to right) are: Robert Oddo, Berkeley College Paramus Campus Director of Admissions; Shannan Biddelman, Director of Special Events, CFF; and Robin Vogel, Executive Director, CFF.     <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/carshow1.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption B:  Nearly 200 classic and collector cars were on display at the 5th Annual Charity Car Show at Berkeley College in Paramus, NJ.                                                                                             - end -     000Berkeley College Charity Car Show Benefits Cystic Fibrosis FoundationPress Release106092Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/19/2009200911/19/2009200911/19/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES SCOREBOARDS TO PASSAIC VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="300" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/pvhs_scoreboard.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Passaic Valley Regional High School recognizes Berkeley College for donating three scoreboards to its athletics program at the NJSIAA/Gatorade North Jersey football playoff game against Somerville. Left to right are Passaic Valley Vice Principal of Student Activities Nick Sauter, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations Lily Sidorovich, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda, Berkeley College Vice President of Operations Tom Alessandrello, Berkeley College New Jersey Men’s Basketball Coach Dwight Wilbur, and Passaic Valley Principal John Wallace.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Donates Scoreboards to Passaic Valley Regional High School AthleticsPress Release106063Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/18/2009200911/18/2009200911/18/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES DECEMBER EVENTS</h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 12   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> December 8  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Paralegal Studies Information Sessions:  Become qualified to perform law-related  work under the supervision of a lawyer.  Meet faculty and learn more about the program and job opportunities.  Find out about the many student activities and academic support services.  Hours are 6:30 to 8:00 pm, and admission is free.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WPV, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 12   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> December 8  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Paralegal Studies Information Sessions:  Become qualified to perform law-related  work under the supervision of a lawyer.  Meet faculty and learn more about the program and job opportunities.  Find out about the many student activities and academic support services.  Hours are 6:30 to 8:00 pm, and admission is free.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WPV, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 12<o:p></o:p>   <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 12  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 1-31<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting Divas, the work of artist Larry Frank at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Frank works in oil, watercolor, drawings, needlepoint, and quilts. For him, they all complement each other as art forms.  An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, December 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is also exhibiting the work of artist Kenneth Dinkel in the Second Floor Lobby at the same location.   Mr. Dinkel, an abstract and landscape artist, thrives on the joy found in changing a piece several times before it becomes a tangible painting he can share with others.  <o:p> </o:p> The exhibits are open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065.  <o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p> December 8  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Paralegal Studies Information Sessions:  Become qualified to perform law-related  work under the supervision of a lawyer.  Meet faculty and learn more about the program and job opportunities.  Find out about the many student activities and academic support services.  Hours are 6:30 to 8:00 pm, and admission is free.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WPV, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> December 12<o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> December 12   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> December 12<o:p></o:p>    <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming quarter.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or e-mail  <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces December EventsPress Release106019Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2009200911/13/2009200911/13/20092009  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> New Class of High School Students 'Graduate' as Goodwill Ambassadors from Partnership with Berkeley College <o:p> Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of its third class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge. Thirty students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program.<o:p></o:p></o:p> The Goodwill Ambassadors program was created and implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses.  At a ceremony held at the Renaissance Inn in Iselin, the graduates received certificates, backpacks, and the Woodbridge Township Mayor’s Citation.<o:p></o:p> Berkeley College Woodbridge Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace complimented the students on their dedication and commitment.  She said, "As Goodwill Ambassadors you have chosen to set yourselves apart from others. You are all caring citizens who understand and have demonstrated the importance of being involved in the community. “<o:p></o:p> Speaking at the graduation, Woodbridge Mayor McCormac said, "On behalf of the community we serve, I am both proud and honored to see you all graduate. You are our future, and I am delighted that Berkeley College, the schools and the businesses here have continued this hallmark youth leadership program.  What you have learned has given you not only a better understanding of your community, but also the practical skills you need to be successful in the world.” <o:p></o:p> Each week students participated in workshops covering topics such as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Woodbridge History; Elections, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life and Negotiation. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships.  Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/gwagradsa.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A:  Students from Colonia High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Seated left to right are: Krishna Patel, Jia H. Wong, Tara Belloni, Kristina Allan, Gifty Afriyie and Rebecca Fenderson,  Standing left to right are: Christina Colon, Mansi Sanghvi, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace,  Alison Pajonk, Neda Kabi and Josephine Lee.    <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/gwagradsb.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption B:  Students from Woodbridge High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Seated left to right are: Ngima Wambugu, Trisha Bolastig, Judy Guarin, and Kierstan Carter. Standing left to right are: Samanta Jackson, Emily Sheehan, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace, Sara Serrano, and Natalie Gasparowicz. Not pictured: Steven Cordero.  <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/gwagradsc.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Students from JFK Memorial High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and local schools and businesses. Seated left to right are: Mary Ruggerio, Jerrard Johnson, Shifa Gandhi, Rumesah Farrukh, and Anh Nguyen. Standing left to right are: Pranav Badami, Alexander Korintus, Daniela  Correia, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace, Bryan Li, and Esha Vaid. <o:p>- end -</o:p>   000HS Goodwill Ambassadors Graduate from Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release106014Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/12/2009200911/12/2009200911/12/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS BARBARA COHEN WITH OUTSTANDING TEACHING AWARD</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College recently honored Barbara Cohen, JD, by presenting her with the New York Outstanding Teaching Award. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. Ms. Cohen, Chair of Liberal Arts and Sciences, New York, in the School of Liberal Arts, joined Berkeley College in 2006 as a faculty member in the Health Services Management program.</div> <div> </div> <div>“A good teacher is one who inspires, and this is true of Barbara,” said Dean of the School of Liberal Arts William Cipolla, PhD. “She encourages her students to explore the depths of their own strengths, and helps instill in them a real sense of the importance of lifelong learning.” </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Cohen began serving as Assistant Chair of LiberalArts and Sciences, NY, in January 2009 and was named Chair in July 2009. She is a faculty member in the Professional Studies Department where she teaches in the Health Services Management program, and also serves on the Liberal Arts and Sciences Assessment Team and Curriculum Committee. She is the Developer and Faculty Mentor for the Berkeley College Online Wellness Club and the Developer and Faculty Co-Moderator for the Health Services Students’ Homepage. Ms. Cohen received the Best of the Best Online award from Berkeley College in 2009. </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Cohen is a registered nurse, and works part-time with Community Counseling and Mediation Services in Brooklyn, NY, providing services to formerly homeless, chronically mentally ill individuals. </div> <div> </div> <div>She holds a JD from New York Law School; an MS in Special Education (K-6) from Touro College; an MEd from the Teacher’s College, Columbia University; and a BS in Nursing from the City College of New York. She is a member of the New York and New Jersey State and Federal Bar Associations. She also is a member of the American Nurses Association, the New York State Nurses Association, the New York State Bar Association, and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Ms. Cohen belongs to Sigma Theta Tau, the honor society of nursing.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/nyfacultyofyear.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Barbara Cohen, JD, Chair of Liberal Arts and Sciences, New York, in the School of Liberal Arts (center), recently received the New York Outstanding Teaching Award from Berkeley College. Also pictured are Dean of the School of Liberal Arts William Cipolla, PhD (left), and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Honors Barbara Cohen with Outstanding Teaching AwardPress Release106009Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/11/2009200911/11/2009200911/11/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER FOR 8TH ANNUAL POST-ELECTION ANALYSIS EVENT AT BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div align="center"> </div>  <img class="" height="171" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/postelectiona.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: (Left to right) Moderator Pat Kramer, former Mayor of Paterson; Panelist Roger Bodman, Lobbyist, Public Strategies Impact; Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda; Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing; and Panelist Bill Maer, Lobbyist, Public Strategies Impact, attend the 8th Annual Post-Election Analysis and Networking Event at the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ. The panelists discussed the political strategies and economic situations that led to state and local election results, as well as what the future may hold for the State of New Jersey. <div align="center"><img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/postelectionc.jpg" width="200" />   <div align="left">Photo Caption B: Panelists William Maer and Roger Bodman field questions from Berkeley College students and members of area chambers of commerce at the 8th Annual Post-Election Analysis and Networking Event held at Berkeley College. The panelists discussed the political strategies and economic situations that led to state and local election results, as well as what the future may hold for the State of New Jersey.  <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/postelectionb.jpg" width="200" /> <div align="left">Photo Caption C: Moderator Pat Kramer, former mayor of Paterson (left), addresses Panelists Bill Maer (center) and Roger Bodman at the 8th Annual Post-Election Analysis and Networking Event at Berkeley College. Mr. Maer has served as an aide to former Gov. James Florio and as Chief of Staff to U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. Mr. Bodman, who has appeared as a political commentator for New Jersey Network for more than 20 years, managed former Gov. Tom Kean’s successful 1981 campaign for governor and has served as State Commissioner of Transportation and State Commissioner of Labor. The panelists discussed the political strategies and economic situations that led to state and local election results, as well as what the future may hold for the State of New Jersey.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> </div>   000Community Comes Together for 8th Annual Post-Election Analysis Event at Berkeley CollegePress Release106017Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/10/2009200911/13/2009200911/13/20092009Berkeley College Honors Deborah Ranges With New Jersey Outstanding Teaching Award <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS DEBORAH RANGES </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> WITH OUTSTANDING TEACHING AWARD </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Berkeley College recently honored Deborah Ranges, JD, by presenting her with the New Jersey Outstanding Teaching Award. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley students. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Ms. Ranges, Chair, Professional Studies, NJ, School of Professional Studies, joined Berkeley College as an adjunct instructor in the NJ Paralegal Program in January 2001 and became a fulltime faculty member in January 2005. She has been a faculty member for nine years and has practiced law for 15 years.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">“While it is true that Debbie’s credentials are quite impressive, that is not what makes her loved by students and respected by faculty members at Berkeley,” says Dean, School of Professional Studies Marisol Abuin, JD. “Look at her through the eyes of her students, and you will see a tireless advocate and supporter of their academic growth and successes, someone who really cares about them and their future. Look at her through the eyes of her colleagues, and you will see a consummate professional with an incredible work ethic who cares about the quality of her work.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Ms. Ranges’ professional experience includes Senior Claims Representative, dealing with Litigated Bodily Injury lawsuits for AAA Mid-Atlantic Insurance Company in Wayne; Associate Attorney, working on Personal Injury and Civil Litigation cases for James P. Berado, P.C. in Totowa; and Associate Attorney working on Insurance Defense cases for Schwartz, Tobia & Stanziale, Esqs, in Montclair.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Ms. Ranges has a Doctor of Law degree from the University of Baltimore and a BA degree from Rutgers University, NJ. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt;"> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields,and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img width="150" height="100" class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/njfacultyofyear.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Deborah Ranges, JD, Chair, Professional Studies, NJ, (center) by presenting her with the New Jersey Outstanding Teaching Award. The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley students. Also in the photo are Berkeley College Dean, School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD, and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. </div>  000Berkeley College Honors Deborah Ranges With New Jersey Outstanding Teaching AwardPress Release105998Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/9/2009200911/9/2009200911/9/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE FACULTY MEMBER</div> <div align="center">RECEIVES AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING PAPER</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center"><img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/sifaneckaward.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College faculty member Stephen J. Sifaneck, PhD, Professional Studies, NY (left), receives the 2009 Outstanding Paper Award from Jim Walther, US Publishing Adviser for Emerald Group Publishing Limited. “An Analysis of Alternatives to New York City’s Current Marijuana Arrest and Detention Policy,” co-written by Dr. Sifaneck and published in Policing: An International Journal of Police Strategies & Management, was chosen by an editorial team as the Journal’s most impressive piece of the year.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Editor’s Note: Dr. Sifaneck is a resident of Manhattan, NY.</div> 000Berkeley College Faculty Member Receives Award for Outstanding PaperPress Release105980Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/6/2009200911/6/2009200911/6/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MARILYN FRASIER KULIK <o:p></o:p> WITH ONLINE FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College recently honored Marilyn Frasier Kulik, PhD, by presently her with the Online Faculty of the Year Award for Outstanding Teaching.  This award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students.  Dr. Kulik began her Berkeley College career in 2001 as a Professor, Liberal Arts and Sciences, teaching sociology and anthropology courses, and taught her first two online courses in 2002.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Marilyn has been a creative, innovative force in online teaching,” says Berkeley College Online Dean Carol Smith. “She has a special ability to draw her students into important new areas of intellectual experiences.  Her courses are designed to encourage social understanding, and students flourish under her guidance.”  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Kulik has had eight years of experience developing and teaching more than 50 online and blended courses in the social sciences using the Blackboard course management system. She served three years as Chair of the Liberal Arts and Sciences Department, and this past summer she began a faculty blog, “Where in the World is Professor Kulik?” on the Berkeley College website.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Before coming to Berkeley College she was an independent researcher/consultant for projects commissioned by the U.S. Census Bureau and Fortune 500 companies.  She has worked as a historian for Richard Grubb and Associates and as a project manager for the New Jersey Family Farmer Health Study.    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Kulik holds a BA degree in Sociology from Richard Stockton State College, Pomona, NJ, and an MA and PhD in Social Anthropology from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area.  In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p>  <img alt="" height="133" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/onlinefacultyofyear.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption:  Berkeley College recently honored Marilyn Frasier Kulik, PhD, Professor, Liberal Arts and Sciences, NJ (center), by presenting her with the Online Faculty of the Year Award for Outstanding Teaching.  The award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students.  Also in the photo are Berkeley College Online Dean Carol Smith and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.                                                                                                         - end -   000Berkeley College Honors Marilyn Frasier Kulik With Online Faculty of the Year AwardPress Release105941Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/4/2009200911/4/2009200911/4/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div> </div> <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ERIN SELBY AS DEAN, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE – ONLINE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Erin Selby, MEd, as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life – Online. In this role, Ms. Selby will provide leadership and vision to student development programs and services for the rapidly growing Berkeley College Online community.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Berkeley College Online has experienced tremendous growth, making it more important than ever that Student Development services actively engage our online community,” said Dr. Zeitzer. “The online student population has unique needs, and Ms. Selby possesses the experience and creativity needed to help these students make the most of their time at Berkeley College.” </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Selby most recently served as Assistant Director of Student Life at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. She also has served students in the areas of support services, registration and student activities at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ; Gibbs College in Livingston, NJ; and Hudson Community College in Jersey City, NJ.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Selby holds an MEd in Instructional Technology from American Intercontinental University and a BA in English from Plymouth State College in Plymouth, NH.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Erin Selby as Dean, Student Development and Campus Life - OnlinePress Release105924Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/3/2009200911/3/2009200911/3/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES PARALEGAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College is pleased to announce that in January 2010 it will begin offering a Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at three of its campuses. The non-credit program, which is approved by the American Bar Association, will prepare students with the technical skills, general knowledge and communications abilities necessary to be successful paralegals.</div> <div> </div> <div>“According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 22 percent by 2016 — much faster than average,” says Berkeley College Dean of the School of Continuing Education Ricardo Ortegón. “The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program at Berkeley College can be completed in six months and is ideal for young men and women looking to break into the workforce, as well as for adults seeking to gain new marketable skills.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered at the New York City Midtown Campus; the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ; and the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge, NJ. The program curriculum includes courses in Legal Research and Writing; Contracts and Uniform Commercial Code; Torts; and Litigation, among other topics. </div> <div> </div> <div>Information sessions about the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program will be offered by the School of Continuing Education on Tuesday, November 10, and Tuesday, December 8, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the New York City Midtown, Garret Mountain and Middlesex Campuses. Call 1-800-446-5400, ext. PA9 for more information.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Announces Paralegal Studies Certificate ProgramPress Release105905Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/2/2009200911/2/2009200911/2/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE BOARD CHAIRMAN<o:p></o:p> ANNOUNCES NEW TRUSTEES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing is pleased to announce the appointments of Catherine C. Einersen, EdD, Dolores M. Fernandez, PhD, and Peter C. Harvey, Esq., to the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.<o:p></o:p> Catherine Einersen is an Assistant Dean of the College of Business Administration at Fordham University in New York City where she has guided the University’s international studies, global initiatives and learning for its students.  Dr. Einersen advises students on business majors, concentrations, international specializations, internships, study abroad opportunities and E-Portfolio’s.  She also served as Co-Director of the CBA London program at Heythrop College. As a dedicated educator with 20 years of effective teaching, counseling and ethical leadership in higher education, Dr. Einersen is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Fordham University. Dr. Einersen serves as an alumni board member for Dominican College of Blauvelt and is a member of the American Council on Education, Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society, and Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society. Throughout her successful career, she has received numerous academic and professional honors. She earned a BA degree from Dominican College in Orangeburg, NY, a MS in Education degree from the College of New Rochelle, NY, and an EdD from Fordham University Graduate School in Education in New York.  Dolores Fernandez is a University Professor for The City University of New York (CUNY) at Hunter College.  Dr. Fernandez recently completed 11 years of service as President of Hostos Community College – The City University of New York. Prior to this position she served as Deputy Chancellor – Instruction and Development for the New York City Board of Education, and as Deputy Director of Program Services for the New York State Division for Youth. She also has served as a Board member of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation since 1998. Dr. Fernandez earned a BS degree from the State University of New York at Old Westbury, a MS degree in Education from Long Island University – C.W. Post College, and a PhD from Hofstra University in Long Island City, NY. <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Fernandez has served in many leadership positions for the City University of New York and the State University of New York. She is a published author and earned certificates in Accelerated Schools for Urban School Reform from Stanford University and the MBA Board Leadership Program from Harvard University. <o:p> </o:p> Peter Harvey is a partner of the firm Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler, LLP, which provides a full range of services across more than 20 practice groups in both commercial law and litigation, and whose clients include a diverse group of institutions and individuals. He is past Attorney General of the State of New Jersey and a former federal prosecutor; as such, he has been a central player in government investigations and consumer fraud matters. A gifted trial lawyer, his more than 20 years of courtroom experience have also included significant commercial matters, frequently within the media and entertainment industry. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Harvey’s areas of practice include litigation, white collar defense and investigations, media and entertainment, mortgage and credit crises team, insurance coverage practice, and sports. He is a member of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), representative to the Executive Working Group on Prosecutorial Relations; Chairman, NAAG Subcommittee on Gang Violence; Chairman, NAAG Corporate Responsibility Securities Working Group; and member, NAAG Task Force on Youth Access to Alcohol; National Bar Association; and American Bar Association. Mr. Harvey earned a Bachelor’s degree with honors from Morgan State University and a JD degree from Columbia Law School in New York City. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of more than 8,000 students, including 665 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/ceinersenbctrustee.jpg" width="150" /> Photo A.  Catherine C. Einersen, EdD, Assistant Dean of the College of Business Administration at Fordham University in New York City, is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.<o:p></o:p> <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/dfernandezbctrustee.jpg" width="150" /> Photo B.  Dolores M. Fernandez, PhD, former President of Hostos Community College – The City University of New York is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.<o:p></o:p> <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/petercharveybctrustee.jpg" width="150" /> Photo C.  Peter C. Harvey, Esq, partner of the firm Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler, LLP, is a new member of the Berkeley College Board of Trustees.                                                                                                          -end- 000Berkeley College Board Chairman Announces New TrusteesPress Release105872Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/28/2009200910/28/2009200910/28/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS THOMAS L. THOMAS AS</div> <div align="center">VICE PRESIDENT, STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life. In this role, Dr. Thomas will provide leadership, vision and management for all student development programs, including athletics, residence life and counseling services.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Dr. Thomas has dedicated nearly 30 years of his life to higher education, and more specifically to student affairs,” said Dr. Zeitzer. “His experience will be a great asset to Berkeley College in its mission to empower students to achieve great things.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Thomas most recently served as Dean for Student Development at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York. Before joining FIT, Dr. Thomas was Dean of Students at New York Institute of Technology. He also has served students in the areas of career planning and placement at Hunter College and Pace University, both in New York, as well as at Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA.</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Thomas has published several articles on topics related to student development and diversity. He holds a PhD in Higher Education/Organizational Sciences and an MSE in Educational Administration from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS, and a BA in History from Washburn University in Topeka, KS.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> <img class="" height="176" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/thomaslthomas.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Thomas L. Thomas, PhD, as Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Thomas L. Thomas as Vice President, Student Development and Campus LifePress Release105850Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/27/2009200910/27/2009200910/27/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   Berkeley College Celebrates the Art of Marilyn Henrion <o:p></o:p> at the Berkeley Midtown Campus Gallery <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting “Reverberations:  Keeping Time,” the work of artist Marilyn Henrion.   Her paintings will be on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from November 2 through 30.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. An artist’s reception for Ms. Henrion will be held on Wednesday, November 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. <o:p> </o:p> A lifelong New Yorker and Cooper Union graduate, Ms. Henrion celebrates textiles as a medium for urban, sophisticated art. “With frequent reference to literature,” she says, “I use color, line, and form much as a poet employs words to convey an emotion or idea.  As in poetry, the images are meant to resonate, being both themselves and something they may suggest to the viewer.”  <o:p> </o:p> “Reverberations:  Keeping Time” is a series of mixed media textile works that focus on the haunting faces of marble portrait sculptures from ancient Rome at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art.  Ms. Henrion extracts images from photographs she has taken of these works and prints them onto cloth.  Combining these with details from Roman sarcophagi and statues from the same period, she creates textile collages, animating the surfaces with trapunto relief and hand quilting.  <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Henrion’s award-winning works are included in museum, corporate, and private collections worldwide.  She has been honored by the Smithsonian Institution by being invited to submit sketchbooks for inclusion in the Archives of American Art.  Her art quilts have been featured in numerous publications, including Women Designers in the US,” published by Yale University Press.  Among the grants she has received was one awarded by The Artslink Partnership, devoted to fostering excellence in the arts between the US and countries of the former Soviet Union.  In 2005, she was awarded a Fellowship by the New York Foundation for the Arts.   <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><o:p><o:p>The artist’s group exhibitions include:  “Permanently MAD:  Revealing the Collection,” Museum of Arts and Design, New York, NY; Taiwan International Quilt Exhibition, National Taiwan Living Art Center, Tainan City, Taiwan; “The Quilted Surface V,” Columbus Cultural Arts Center, Columbus, OH; and “Made in New York: City Quilting,” The Williams Club, New York, NY.  </o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> To view images of Ms. Henrion’s work, visit <a href="http://www.marilynhenrion.com/">www.marilynhenrion.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p>  <img alt="" height="262" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/henrion.jpg" width="200" />                                                                 <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>    </o:p> <o:p>Photo Caption:  "Matadia" from "Reverberations:  Keeping Time," Marilyn Henrion's exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City.  The exhibit will be on display from November 2 through 30. </o:p>                                                                                                               - end -   000Berkeley College Celebrates the Art of Marilyn Henrion at the Berkeley Midtown Campus GalleryPress Release105823Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/22/2009200910/22/2009200910/22/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS GO BUS 28 ROUTE LINKING BLOOMFIELD AND NEWARK <div align="center"><img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/gobus28.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Photo Caption: A Berkeley College associate waits for Go Bus 28 at Broad Street Station. The NJ TRANSIT service, sponsored by Berkeley College, offers a fast and convenient route to the Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street. The new line runs from Bloomfield through downtown Newark, ending at Newark Liberty International Airport. The Go Bus stop shelters are clearly marked and the vehicles have the ability to adjust traffic signals to ensure express passage through intersections. The first phase of the service, Go Bus 25, was introduced in 2008 and connects Irvington and Newark.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Sponsors Go Bus 28 Route Linking Bloomfield and NewarkPress Release105766Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/19/2009200910/19/2009200910/19/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE AND NEWARK POLICE</div> <div align="center">SIGN ARTICULATION AGREEMENT</div> <div> </div> <div>Members of the Newark Police Department joined Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, and Berkeley College staff and faculty to celebrate the signing of an articulation agreement between the two entities.  </div> <div> </div> <div>“Today is a very important day for Berkeley College as we personally strive, with our partners in the City of Newark Police Department, to maximize the significance of the renaissance of the great City of Newark,” said Dr. Cortes. “Not only are we offering the graduates of the Police Academy an education from an accredited college that has been offering higher education and successful career preparation for the last 79 years – we are also building a future for these men and women who play a significant role in Newark’s prosperity and safety.”</div> <div> </div> <div>The articulation agreement allows eligible Newark Police Academy graduates to apply for admission to Berkeley College and transfer relevant credits toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice. These students can receive scholarships of up to $6,000 per year, and also be eligible to receive additional scholarships targeted specifically for Newark Police Academy graduates.</div> <div> </div> <div>“I thank Berkeley College for partnering with the City of Newark to offer this important program to support the professional development of our police officers,” Newark Mayor Cory A. Booker said in a statement. “Through this program, our officers will be able to achieve academic excellence and gain vital knowledge that will help them to perform their duties at a higher level, and in doing so, help us create a stronger, safer, and prouder Newark.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dean of the Berkeley College School of Professional Studies, Marisol Abuin, JD, said experienced faculty give students and graduates an edge at Berkeley College. “The Justice Studies faculty at Berkeley College has a strong background in the Criminal Justice field, with experience in law enforcement as police officers or researchers in areas such as drug policy and security,” she said. “We have attorneys with experience in criminal law who work or have worked in the prosecutor’s office or in criminal defense teaching Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure. It is this kind of experience that allows students in the classroom to gain the type of practical knowledge that is crucial to succeed in a career in Criminal Justice.”</div> <div> </div> <div>“I am thrilled that we were able to enter into this partnership that will afford our officers another opportunity to advance their careers through education at Berkeley College,” said Newark Police Director Garry McCarthy. “I encourage each member of the department to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.” </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 79 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 8,000 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/articulationagreement.jpg" /> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD (seated left), and Newark Police Director Gary McCarthy (seated center) sign an articulation agreement between the two entities. Joining them are (standing left to right) Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus, Stan Holland; Dean of the School of Professional Studies Marisol Abuin, JD; Deputy Police Chief Anthony Perillo; Newark Police Academy Director Capt. Richard Cuccolo; Police Lt. David Letts; Police Sgt. Brian O’Hara; and (seated right) Berkeley College Assistant Provost Orsete Dias, EdD.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College and Newark Police Sign Articulation AgreementPress Release105759Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/16/2009200910/16/2009200910/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER EVENTS</h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 6<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Interior Design Workshop:  This workshop is for students who have a desire to unleash their creative abilities and see if they have what it takes to make it in the field of interior design.  Enjoy a hands-on project to experience the process of designing a room, and hear stories and get advice from a Berkeley College interior design professor. Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> November 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.             <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> November 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:   <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> November 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Workshop:  This career exploration workshop will introduce attendees to the behind-the-scenes world of the fashion business.  It’s a great opportunity to size up from the inside one of today’s hottest industries.  Transportation is provided.  Hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the cost is $50.  This workshop is open to high school juniors and seniors only.  For more information, call 800-883-2844 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> November 14  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>       000Berkeley College Announces November EventsPress Release105747Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/14/2009200910/14/2009200910/14/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW DEGREE OPTIONS IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that it will begin offering Bachelor of Science in Management degree options in Environmental Management and Nonprofit Management at its New Jersey campuses and through Berkeley College Online. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Career opportunities in the environmental and nonprofit management fields have grown exponentially in recent years, and these new degree options have been developed to meet that demand,” says Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD. “Berkeley College knows that the business world is constantly changing, and its ability to adapt to these changes gives students a substantial edge when they join the workforce.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Among other topics, students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Management – Environmental Management will be given insight into how businesses are affecting the environment and what organizations must do to operate successfully in an era of heightened environmental awareness. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Management – Nonprofit Management will focus on governance, marketing, finance and human resources challenges that are unique to the nonprofit sector.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Announces New Degree Options in Environmental Management and Nonprofit ManagementPress Release105729Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2009200910/12/2009200910/12/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> WOODBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS NAMED GOODWILL AMBASSADORS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="105" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/woodbridge.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div> Photo Caption: Students from Woodbridge High School in Woodbridge, NJ, were recently selected to take part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors – Youth Connection, a program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Each week students will participate in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations will be given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students will discuss the topics presented. Left to right standing are Judi Guarin, Samanta Jackson, Woodbridge Councilman-at-Large Gregg M. Ficarra, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus, Debra Mallamace; Emily Sheehan, Steven Cordero, and Ngima Wambugu. Left to right sitting are Sara Serrano, Trisha Bolastig, Natalie Gasparowicz, and Kierstan Carter. </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Woodbridge High School Students Named Goodwill Ambassadors Through Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release105728Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2009200910/12/2009200910/12/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> COLONIA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS NAMED GOODWILL AMBASSADORS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/colonia.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Students from Colonia High School in Woodbridge, NJ, were recently selected to take part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors – Youth Connection, a program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Each week students will participate in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations will be given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students will discuss the topics presented. Left to right standing are Christina Colon, Jia H. Wong, Mansi Sanghvi, Woodbridge Councilman-at-Large Gregg M. Ficarra, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus, Debra Mallamace; Neda Kabi, Alison Pajonk, and Josephine Lee. Left to right sitting are Kristina Allan, Tara Belloni, Gifty Afriyie, Rebecca Fenderson, and Krishna Patel.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Colonia High School Students Named Goodwill Ambassadors Through Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release105727Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/12/2009200910/12/2009200910/12/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> JOHN F. KENNEDY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS NAMED GOODWILL AMBASSADORS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> <img alt="" height="111" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/jfk.jpg" width="200" /></div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Students from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School in Woodbridge, NJ, were recently selected to take part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors – Youth Connection, a program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Each week students will participate in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations will be given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students will discuss the topics presented. Left to right standing are Bryan Li, Pranav Badami, Woodbridge Councilman-at-Large Gregg M. Ficarra, Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Middlesex Campus, Debra Mallamace; Esha Vaid, and Mary Ruggiero. Left to right sitting are Jerrard Johnson, Alexander Korintus, and Rumesah Farrukh. </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000JFK Memorial High School Students Named Goodwill Ambassadors Through Berkeley College PartnershipPress Release105591Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/30/200920099/30/200920099/30/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS LAURA M. JEWELL</div> <div align="center">AS DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Laura M. Jewell, MBA, as Director of Communications. In this role, Ms. Jewell will work closely with Dr. Cortes, his Chief of Staff and his cabinet to manage internal and external communications from the President’s Office.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Clear and timely communication is at the heart of every successful organization. This is no less true for an institution of higher education,” said Dr. Cortes. “Ms. Jewell has had great success in the field of strategic communications and will be a strong asset to the President’s Office at Berkeley College.”</div> <div> </div> <div>In 2001, Ms. Jewell founded Jewell Marketing Associates, a firm specializing in an integrated approach of branding, marketing, communications, public relations, online initiatives and event management.</div> <div> </div> <div>Her firm recently led an award-winning promotional campaign for the City of Asbury Park, highlighting the city’s revitalization efforts through the publication of a commemorative magazine and special food, arts and cultural events, which garnered extensive national media and print coverage.</div> <div> </div> <div>Prior to founding Jewell Marketing Associates, Ms. Jewell served as Global Marketing Director for Lucent Technologies in Holmdel, where she led her team in the development of strategic global communications initiatives and training programs.</div> <div> </div> <div>Utilizing her experience in marketing and communications, Ms. Jewell has served as a professional speaker, guest lecturer, mentor and workshop instructor to business associations, colleges and universities.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Jewell holds an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology and a BA in Marketing from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.</div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships. Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div>  <img class="" height="172" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/people/images/LauraJewell.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Laura M. Jewell, MBA, as Director of Communications.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Laura M. Jewell as Director of CommunicationsPress Release105545Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/25/200920099/25/200920099/25/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits ‘Pastorals’ –  <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  the Art of Kaitlin Zorah McDonough  <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of artist Kaitlin Zorah McDonough at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from October 5 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Ms. McDonough, who currently lives in Venice, Italy, and works there for the Boston University Studio Arts Program, was born in New Jersey. She graduated summa cum laude with a BFA from Boston University, majoring in painting and with a minor in art history.  The artist is the recipient of the Constantin Alajalov Scholarship and the Harold C. Case Memorial Scholarship.  She is the daughter of Berkeley College Professor Michael McDonough, Professional Studies Department.     <o:p> </o:p> Ms. McDonough says her oil paintings depict “the external space of forest, beach, garden, and the mental space of twirling, lightness, heaviness, melting, merging, repose, and excitement.”  She uses bright palettes and loose handling to mirror the sense of live mutability.  <o:p> </o:p> Her solo exhibitions include:  “By Boat,” Club Ponte Storto, Venice, Italy; “Feeding and Flying,” Gallery Five, Boston, MA; and “Fed by Touch: Feet and Hugs,” Galleria Boston, MA.  She has participated in group exhibitions such as:  “Benefit Show,” Gallery Aferro, Newark, NJ; “Oaza Cacak," Serbia; “The Power of the Diminutive,” Rubin-Frankel Gallery, Boston, MA; and “Night of 1,000 Drawings,” Artists Space, New York, NY.    The artist's paintings have been featured in Studio Visit magazine, and reviewed in VeNews (an Italian cultural magazine) and Mes Armenies (a French/English publication).  <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p>                                                <img alt="" height="510" src="http://www.vocus.com/images/pr/berkeley_mcdonough.JPG" width="400" />                                                   <o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption:  Pastorals - the art of Kaitlin Zorah McDonough - is on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from October 5 through 30.                                                                    - end -                                                             000Berkeley College Exhibits 'Pastorals' - the Art of Kaitlin Zorah McDonoughPress Release105531Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/25/200920099/25/200920099/25/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> September 25, 2009   BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINETM MOVES TO NEW FACILITIES<o:p></o:p>  IN CLIFTON, NJ<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, has announced that due to growing demand Berkeley College Online, the accredited degree-granting campus of Berkeley College, has relocated to larger, state-of-the-art headquarters at 600 Getty Avenue in Clifton, NJ. <o:p></o:p> “Berkeley College is experiencing tremendous growth using online technology for learning and teaching.  The flexible schedule works well for the lifestyles of our busy students. Plus, they have access to the rich curriculum, experienced faculty, and broad range of student support services such as the library, advisement, and career services that are offered to every Berkeley College student,” said Dr. Cortes. “These newly expanded facilities will accommodate the growing number of staff devoted exclusively to providing academic services for the online degree-seeking student.” <o:p></o:p> Berkeley College Online Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein said that the new 10,000 square feet of space features an open floor plan and uses “smart” technology such as large high-definition monitors and wireless laptop computers with “soft” telephones and web cameras.  These technological advances allow faculty and staff to engage students in audio and video chats from any location.  And such a virtual network provides tremendous support for students to stay connected with the full range of in-depth online Berkeley College resources and the college community. <o:p></o:p> Since 2003, when Berkeley College first began offering fully accredited online degrees, the number of students enrolled in the full degree online program has steadily increased from 49 students to 766 students this year.  Nearly 2,000 students have registered to take at least one online class this fall.<o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and Corporate Learning Partnerships.  Concentrations are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/BCOSloganAward.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> Photo Caption:<o:p></o:p> Berkeley College Online Director of Student Accounts Ashley Maikranz’ creation was selected when staff were asked to submit ideas to illustrate the Berkeley College Online staff slogan, “I am my customer.” The framed poster is now part of the artwork depicting the global access motif at the new administrative facilities of Berkeley College OnlineTM in Clifton, NJ.<o:p></o:p> - end -   000Berkeley College Online Moves to New FacilitiesPress Release105487Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/22/200920099/22/200920099/22/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS COMMUNITY MILESTONES AT ANNUAL UNDER THE TENT EVENT </div> AWARDS GIVEN TO GREATER PATERSON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, WEST PATERSON FIRE COMPANY NO. 1, AND PASSAIC COUNTY 200 CLUB <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/patersonchambergroup.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption A: Berkeley College recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce at the 3rd Annual Under the Tent event, held Tuesday, September 9. The outdoor event featured a jazz quartet and dinner at the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson). Left to right are Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations Lily Sidorovich, Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing, Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce President Jamie Dykes; Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda; and Passaic County Sheriff Jerry Speziale. <img class="" height="137" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/firedepartmentgroup.jpg" width="250" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College honors West Paterson Fire Company No. 1 for 100 years of service at the 3rd Annual Under the Tent event, held Tuesday, September 9. Pictured with members of the fire company are Berkley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda (far right), Passaic County Sheriff Jerry Speziale (second from right), Woodland Park Mayor Pat Lepore (center right holding plaque), and Assistant Chief Joseph Macones (center left holding plaque). <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/200clubaward.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption C: Berkeley College recognizes the 20th anniversary of the Passaic County 200 Club at the 3rd Annual Under the Tent event, held Tuesday, September 9. Left to right are Passaic County 200 Club President Chris Schultz, Passaic County 200 Club Founding President Jim Iozia, and Passaic County Sheriff Jerry Speziale. <div align="left"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> 000Berkeley College Honors Community Milestones at Annual Under the Tent EventPress Release105420Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/17/200920099/17/200920099/17/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New  Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES OCTOBER EVENTS</h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> October 25   <o:p></o:p> <o:p>Berkeley College will sponsor its 5th Annual Charity Car Show from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (rain date November 1).  All proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Car enthusiasts are invited to register their vehicles for display. Pre-registration fee is $15 through October 15.  All pre-registered participants will receive a participation trophy. On-site registration fee is $20. Food and beverages are available. For registration/donation forms or for more information, contact Tracy Welch at 201-967-9667, ext. 1706, or go to <a href="https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf">https://mail.berkeleycollege.edu/accarshow.nsf</a> </o:p> <o:p></o:p><o:p> </o:p> <o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.             <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 5-30   <o:p>Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Kaitlin Zorah McDonough at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street.   Ms. McDonough says her oil paintings depict “the external space of forest, beach, garden, and the mental space of twirling, lightness, heaviness, melting, merging, repose, and excitement.”  She uses bright palettes and loose handling to mirror the sense of live mutability. Her work has been shown in Boston, Massachusetts; New Jersey, Italy, and Serbia. Visitors are invited to view this exhibit, which is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 7:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, October 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  For information, please contact Berkeley College Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> October 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>       000Berkeley College Announces October EventsPress Release105333Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/9/200920099/9/200920099/9/20092009Berkeley College Reaches out to Military Veterans and Personnel <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE REACHES OUT TO MILITARY VETERANS <o:p></o:p> At Berkeley College, military veterans and personnel benefit from a  combination of a college education and career preparation <o:p></o:p> When the cheering stops and the “welcome home” signs come down, many believe that returning veterans go back to families and jobs, and everyone is happy. During a recent press conference held at the  Berkeley College Newark Campus, however, Assistant Vice President of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, reported that the reality is often very different.<o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> “Many veterans joined the military when they were 18 – right out of high school – and they spent five or six years in service,” said Dr. Robitaille, a combat veteran of the US Army where he currently has 20 years of service. “These young men and women return home to find that their peer group has graduated from college and is well established in corporate careers or trades. Meanwhile, the veterans find themselves at a distinct disadvantage when entering the American workforce.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In June 2009 when Congress passed the new Post - 9/11 GI Bill to help military personnel achieve a college education, Berkeley College established the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs to reach out and support veterans and those serving active duty. Currently, this office assists students through the Yellow Ribbon Program under the GI Bill, as well as through partnerships with the National Guard and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “In June we became the 34th partner with the US Navy to provide distance learning to active duty sailors,” said Dr. Robitaille. “This is a unique and elite program, and we already have sailors enrolled at Berkeley College.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is extensively reaching out to NJ National Guard units and working with servicemen and women who recently returned from Iraq. Websites have been set up for each of the military branches to help potential students sort though the new benefits, and College staff are readily available to answer questions. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p></o:p>  “We have undertaken massive internal training programs for our admissions, financial aid, and student account staff,” said Dr. Robitaille.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> According to Darren West of Maplewood, NJ, a Master Sergeant in the US Army Reserves, this type of outreach is extremely important for returning veterans as well as for those currently in military service.<o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> “Many servicemen and veterans are not aware of the benefits available to them through the GI Bill and their military units,” said Master Sgt. West, who has served for 20 years and is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice at the Berkeley College Newark Campus. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Robitaille said that the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs will work with veterans to identify and build on military skills that can provide them with an edge in the workplace.   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Peer leadership, team building, and the ability to interact in a diverse environment – these are military skills that can be translated really well into careers in business, business management and criminal justice,” said Dr. Robitaille, naming a few of the degree programs offered at Berkeley College. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In addition to academic support and career preparation, the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs offers personal counseling. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “The major challenge for returning veterans is re-integration into civilian life,” said Berkeley College Personal Counselor Amanda Frey, MSW, LSW, who has more than eight years of experience in the field of social work, including time spent at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey. “In the military their lives were very structured and regimented, whereas at college the environment is much more open and free.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Even without school as a factor, returning (from war) was an overall adjustment,” said Master Sgt. West. “You were used to living in constant danger. It was a struggle to adapt.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Frey, who also spoke at the press conference, said that Berkeley will refer veterans exhibiting more pervasive levels of stress to outside professionals. She is currently networking with VA Hospitals and other community resources to identify appropriate referrals. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Campus Operating Officer, Newark Campus, Stan Holland, MBA, also a press conference panelist, said that – like all Berkeley students – veterans “will benefit greatly from the College’s close-knit family experience, small classes, mandatory internships, and lifelong career assistance.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>“Unlike at other colleges and universities, you cannot get lost here at Berkeley,” Mr. Holland said. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> For more information on the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military/index.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military/index.htm</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> For news and updates on the Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs visit PR Resources in the Berkeley College News Room at <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/forward/military_resources.htm">http://berkeleycollege.edu/forward/military_resources.htm</a>. <img class="" height="205" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/militarypressconfrrobitaille.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption A: In June 2009 when Congress passed the new Post - 9/11 GI Bill to help military personnel achieve a college education, Berkeley College established the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs to reach out and support veterans and those serving active duty. Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, (above) spoke during a recent press conference held at the Newark, NJ, Campus about how military leadership and experience, combined with internships and career-focused curriculum, increases the value of a college education to returning veterans.     <img class="" height="155" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/militarypressconfafrey.jpg" width="150" />   Photo Caption B: Berkeley College Personal Counselor Amanda Frey, MSW, LSW, spoke during a recent press conference held at the Newark, NJ, Campus about how Berkeley College helps veterans adjust to life as students. Seated in the photo is Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland, MBA, who also spoke at the conference. Berkeley College established the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs to reach out and support veterans and those serving active duty in June 2009.                                                                                            -end- 000Berkeley College Reaches out to Military Veterans and PersonnelPress Release105330Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/9/200920099/9/200920099/9/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> SOUNDS OF THE CITY SPONSOR BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS AWARDS TO LOCAL NATIONAL GUARD UNITS ON VETERANS NIGHT AT NJPAC   </div> <img alt="" height="131" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/veteransnight.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (sixth from right) gathers on the lawn of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center with City of Newark and Berkeley College officials, and local veterans of the National Guard unit — the 2-113th Infantry Battalion — which recently returned from a one-year deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Berkeley College recognized these recently returned service members during Veterans Night at NJPAC’s Sounds of the City Concert on August 27, and held a news conference earlier that day at the Berkeley College Newark Campus, announcing the unique combination of services and degree programs available through the College and its new Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. </div> In addition to President Cortes, other Berkeley College officials in the photo include Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland, Associate Vice President Richard E. Robitaille, and Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda. Government officials include Councilman Donald Payne, Jr.; City of Newark Deputy Mayor Margarita Muniz, and City Council President Mildred Crump. Members of the 2-113th Infantry Battalion are: CPT Manny Casanga, 1LT Patrick Moore, CPT Brandon Bennett, CPT Omar Minott, LTC Mark Piterski, CSM Thomas Clark, MAJ Stephen McKenzie, CPT Nicholas Hoffman, and CPT Arthur Macaspac. - end -   000Sounds of the City Sponsor Berkeley College Presents Awards to Local National Guard Units at NJPACPress Release105269Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/3/200920099/3/200920099/3/20092009Carol Lynn Smith Appointed Dean of Berkeley College Online <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2009  Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   CAROL LYNN SMITH, MBA, APPOINTED DEAN  OF BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Associate Provost of Faculty Affairs Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD, is pleased to announce that Carol Lynn Smith, MBA, has been appointed Dean, Berkeley College Online. In this role Ms. Smith will work closely with School Deans, Department Chairs and the Office of Faculty Affairs, and will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing planning, delivery and assessment of online academic degree programs. <o:p> </o:p> “Carol has years of experience in advisement, recruitment, retention, and online and onsite instruction in both graduate and undergraduate courses that will serve her well in her new role at Berkeley College,” says Dr. Vakalis. <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Smith began working at Berkeley College as the Dean, Advisement for the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ, in June 2008. Before coming to Berkeley College she worked at the College of Saint Elizabeth, NJ, where she served in a number of different roles, including Director of Continuing Studies and Saturday Fast Track Admissions, Director of Saturday Fast Track Programs, and Academic Advisor. In addition she taught graduate and undergraduate online and onsite courses at the College of Saint Elizabeth and Centenary College, NJ, and taught undergraduate business and management courses for Herzing University Online. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Smith has an MBA degree in Global Business Management from Fairleigh Dickinson University, NJ; a BS degree in Business Management from Centenary College, NJ; and an AS in Business Management and an AA in Liberal Arts from the County College of Morris, NJ. <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <img class="" height="146" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Carol%20Smith.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Carol Lynn Smith has been appointed Dean, Berkeley College Online.                                                                     -end-                                                             000Carol Lynn Smith Appointed Dean of Berkeley College OnlinePress Release105205Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/27/200920098/27/200920098/27/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <o:p> </o:p> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES<o:p></o:p> HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH <o:p></o:p> WITH BOOK SIGNING OF ‘HEMINGWAY’S CUBAN SON’ <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>             In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Berkeley College will hold a reception on Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30 pm for artist Raul Villarreal at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street.  Mr. Villarreal will be available to sign “Hemingway’s Cuban Son,” the book he co-authored with his father, Rene Villarreal.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Hemingway’s Cuban Son” is a fascinating account of how Rene Villarreal came to be Ernest Hemingway’s majordomo, confidant, and friend – his Cuban son.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is also exhibiting the artwork of Mr. Villarreal from Tuesday,  September 1 through Wednesday, September 30.  The exhibit is open to the public from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Friday, and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday.   <o:p> </o:p> For more information about Mr. Villarreal, please visit the artist’s website:  <a href="http://www.raulvillarreal.com/">www.raulvillarreal.com</a>.  Also, for more details about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley College Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="305" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/cubanson.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> <o:p> <o:p> </o:p></o:p> Photo Caption:  A book signing of “Hemingway’s Cuban Son,” co-authored by Raul Villarreal and his father, will be held at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, on September 9 at 5:30 pm.         <img alt="" height="101" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/villarreal.jpg" width="200" /> <o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption:  With(In) Skies, acrylic and oil on canvas, from artist Raul Villarreal’s  exhibit, is on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from September 1 through 30.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>                                          - end - <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Book Signing of 'Hemingway's Cuban Son'Press Release105172Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/25/200920098/25/200920098/25/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL FOR 2010 BY G.I. JOBS MAGAZINE   <img class="" height="145" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/MilitaryFriendlyAward.jpg" width="200" /> </div> <div align="center"> <div align="left">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, display an award from G.I. Jobs magazine naming Berkeley College a Military Friendly School for 2010. The award honors colleges, universities and trade schools that do the most to embrace American’s veterans as students. Berkeley College launched its Office of Military and Veterans Affairs in June 2009, and currently assists military students through the Yellow Ribbon Program under the G.I. Bill, as well as through partnerships with the National Guard and the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. </div> <div align="left"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Named Military Friendly School for 2010 by G.I. Jobs MagazinePress Release105171Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/24/200920098/24/200920098/24/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS HERBERT COHEN AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT</div> <div align="center">FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT AND CAREER SERVICES</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is proud to announce the appointment of Herbert Cohen, EdD, as Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management and Career Services. In this role, Dr. Cohen will provide leadership and direction to campus strategic enrollment management efforts in both recruitment and retention of students, as well as to the Financial Aid and Career Services departments. He also will oversee the newly created Office of Military and Veterans Affairs.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Dr. Cohen has proven he is a dynamic advocate for students in every aspect of their college experience,” said Dr. Cortes. “We are excited that he will bring this high level of commitment and dedication to Berkeley College.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Cohen most recently served as Vice President for Student Affairs at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City. In this role he implemented important changes, such as streamlining and digitalizing the admission application, financial aid and registration processes and expanding student space.</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Cohen also served on the Steering Committee at FIT, where he played an active role in the creation of the Strategic Plan. Under his leadership, full-time enrollment at FIT reached record levels, and retention and graduation rates were some of the highest in the State University of New York system.</div> <div> </div> <div>Before joining FIT, Dr. Cohen was Vice President for Student Development and Instructional Support at Charles Stewart Mott Community College in Flint, MI. In addition to his strong administrative background, Dr. Cohen also has taught psychology and student development courses; coached varsity athletics; and supervised graduate interns and student teachers.</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Cohen holds an EdD in Counseling Psychology from the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, SD; an MA in Student Personnel Administration from New York University; and a BA in Psychology and Education from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img class="" height="200" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/HerbertCohen.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has appointed Herbert Cohen, EdD, as Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management and Career Services. - end -   000Berkeley College Appoints Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management and Career ServicesPress Release105150Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/20/200920098/20/200920098/20/20092009Berkeley College Appoints Michelle Lemieux as Director of Alumni Affairs <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS MICHELLE LEMIEUX AS  DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI AFFAIRS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations Lily Sidorovich is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Lemieux as Director of Alumni Affairs. In this role Ms. Lemieux will direct, maintain, and supervise the Alumni Affairs Office in accordance with the new strategic plan of the College, oversee alumni communications, and support the Alumni board and related committees. <o:p> </o:p> “Michelle comes to this position with valuable experience in communications, writing, public relations, and government relations.  This will further the Berkeley alumni network as Michelle advances alumni engagement within the College community, adding to their career success,” said Ms. Sidorovich. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Before joining Berkeley College, Ms. Lemieux was the Director of Communications for the American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey headquartered in Fairfield, NJ. In that role she served as the spokesperson and lead communicator for six community chapters. In addition, she worked at on-site disasters, including the Continental Airlines Flight 3407 that crashed into a home in Buffalo in February 2009; the US Airways Flight 1549 that came down in the Hudson River in January 2009; and the 2008 Tennessee tornadoes that were reported to have been the deadliest in more than 20 years. <o:p> </o:p> Previous to working in the nonprofit sector, Ms. Lemieux was Senior Account Executive – Media Relations for Brainerd Communicators, Inc., NY. In this role she handled media and entertainment clients. In addition to the nonprofit and media industries, Ms Lemieux has experience in the corporate, consumer, beauty and fashion sectors.  <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Lemieux earned a BA degree in Communications from Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ. <o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img class="" height="170" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/M_Lemieux.jpg" width="150" /> </o:p>   Photo Caption: Michelle Lemieux has been appointed as Berkeley College Director of Alumni Affairs. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> -end-     000Berkeley College Appoints Michelle Lemieux as Director of Alumni AffairsPress Release105133Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/19/200920098/19/200920098/19/20092009 NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                       FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/  CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs   WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER EVENTS</h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES</h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> September 9<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In partnership with the Tri-County, Greater Paterson, and North Jersey Regional Chambers of Commerce, Berkeley College proudly presents “The Third Annual Under the Tent at Berkeley.”  This networking event, featuring great jazz and food, will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  Please RSVP by September 4 as follows:  Tri-County, 973-832-7788; Greater Paterson, 973-881-7300; North Jersey Regional, 973-470-9300, or Berkeley College, 201-967-9667, ext. 1794. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.             <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> September 12<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.  Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities.  Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p> 000Berkeley College Announces September EventsPress Release105070Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/14/200920098/14/200920098/14/20092009 BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES <o:p>HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH <o:p></o:p></o:p> WITH ART BY RAUL VILLARREAL <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> RECEPTION WILL FEATURE BOOK SIGNING </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> OF ‘HEMINGWAY’S CUBAN SON’ <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Berkeley College is exhibiting “My Father’s Cuba,” by artist Raul Villarreal.  Mr. Villarreal’s work will be on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, 3 East 43rd Street, from Tuesday,  September 1 through Wednesday, September 30.  The exhibit is open to the public from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Friday, and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30 pm.  <o:p> </o:p> The reception includes a book signing of “Hemingway’s Cuban Son,” co-authored by the artist with his father, Rene Villarreal.  It is a fascinating account of how Rene Villarreal  came to be Ernest Hemingway’s majordomo, confidant, and friend – his Cuban son.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Regarding the exhibit, Mr. Villarreal said, “The works I selected were inspired by childhood memories of my homeland, as well as the wonderful stories told by my father of the Cuba he knew.”  A recurring symbol in the series of works is the royal palm tree, Cuba’s national tree and the island’s symbol for freedom.  The palm tree represents a return to a nostalgic state of existence, a bridge between the past and the present.  It also symbolizes the intermixture of the different cultures in the island throughout the centuries.  “Images from old family photographs also help the viewer to remember the past, evoking – ideally - a nostalgic longing for a time and place that once was,” he added.     <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Villarreal is a visual artist living and working in the New York metropolitan area.  He was born in San Francisco de Paula, Havana, Cuba, in 1964.  He migrated with his family to Madrid, Spain, in 1971 and later moved to the United States, settling in Hudson County, NJ.  The artist has a BFA in Graphic Design and Illustration, and an MFA with a concentration in painting and printmaking from New Jersey City University, NJ.  He has participated in 15 solo exhibits and 200 collective exhibits in the United States and abroad.  <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Villarreal’s artwork is in numerous private and public collections including Con Cuba en la Distancia, Fundacion Hispano Cubana, Centro Cultural El Palillero, Cadiz, Spain; Florida Museum of Hispanic and Latin American Art, Coral Gables, FL; La Casa Latina, St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY; and Sumei Arts Center, Newark, NJ. <o:p> </o:p> Some of the artist’s professional affiliations are:  College Arts Association; Advisory Board for the Center for Latino Arts and Culture at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ; Neo-Latinos Artists Group; and CAFE Artists Group.  <o:p> </o:p> For more information about Mr. Villarreal, please visit the artist’s website:  <a href="http://www.raulvillarreal.com/">www.raulvillarreal.com</a>.  Also, for more details about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley College Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   <o:p> </o:p>   <o:p><img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/villarreal.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> <o:p><o:p>Photo Caption:   With(In) Skies, acrylic and oil on canvas, from artist Raul Villarreal’s exhibit, is on display at the  Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from September 1 through 30.  </o:p></o:p>     <o:p> <img alt="" height="305" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/cubanson.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption:  The artist's reception will feature a book signing of "Heminway's Cuban Son," co-authored by Raul Villarreal and his son.                                                                              - end - 000Berkeley College Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Art by Raul VillarrealPress Release105063Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/13/200920098/13/200920098/13/20092009Berkeley College Bergen Campus Holds Fundraiser to Support Children's Aid and Family Services <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE BERGEN CAMPUS HOLDS FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT CHILDREN’S AID AND FAMILY SERVICES <img class="" height="113" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/BabyBasicPar0809.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption: During a recent fundraiser the Student Government Association at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, Paramus, NJ, collected more than 15 cases of diapers and other much-needed items for Baby Basics, a program of  Children’s Aid and Family Services. Students back row left to right are Mauricio Ramos, Business Administration; Daniel Drake, Marketing; Scott Padilla, Accounting; Jason Brulet, Information Systems Management; Michael Gilberti, Marketing; Kristopher Costa, Accounting; and T.J. Grey, Justice Studies - Criminal Justice. Front row left to right are Yusmila Novo, Business Management; and Brandon Potter, Business Administration. The Baby Basics program helps low income, hard working families in Bergen County by supplying them with free nutritional formula, diapers and other vitally needed supplies for infants.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> -end-</o:p>   000Berkeley College Bergen Campus Holds Fundraiser to Support Children's Aid and Family ServicesPress Release105016Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/6/200920098/6/200920098/6/20092009Berkeley College Names Sharod Tomlinson as Women's Basketball Coach for New York <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMES SHAROD TOMLINSON AS WOMEN’S  BASKETBALL COACH FOR NEW YORK </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="center"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Berkeley College is proud to announce that Sharod Tomlinson has been named as its women’s basketball coach for New York. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> “Coach Tomlinson has been an avid supporter of establishing a women’s basketball team in New York, and is looking forward to developing an intercollegiate women’s basketball program that will be every bit as successful as the men’s program,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian D. Maher. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“Women need a platform to showcase their athletic talents the same way that men do,” Coach Tomlinson said. “With more and more professional and semi-pro opportunities being created for women in sports, it is clear that everyone deserves the opportunity to compete.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Coach Tomlinson joined Berkeley College in January 2008 and currently serves as the Program Coordinator of Student Development and Campus Life at the New York City Midtown Campus. He received a BA degree in Public Administration from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, The City University of New York, and is currently working towards a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management at The New School in Manhattan.  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Coach Tomlinson recently served as the Junior Varsity Assistant Coach for Christ the King Regional High School program in Queens, NY. He helped lead the team to a perfect 27-0 season and a City Championship. Mr. Tomlinson also coached amateur basketball with Team Odom LA. Named for Los Angeles Lakers star Lamar Odom, this nonprofit organization is committed to instilling a sense of pride in inner-city athletes in Los Angeles and New York and in helping them to achieve on the court, in the classroom, and in life. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> As a player Coach Tomlinson completed two seasons at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II, Concordia University, St. Paul, MN, before returning to the metropolitan area to play for John Jay College. As team captain he led the John Jay Bulldogs to two playoffs.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Programs are offered in more than 20 career fields, and all campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img class="" height="100" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Sharod%20Tomlinson.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has named Sharod Tomlinson as the women’s basketball coach  for New York.                                                                                                       -end- </div>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" align="left"> </div> 000Berkeley College Names Sharod Tomlinson as Women's Basketball Coach for New YorkPress Release104973Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/31/200920097/31/200920097/31/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">                  Berkeley College Student Anca Barbu Exhibits Artwork<o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">                     Inspired by Van Gogh, Monet, and Henri Rousseau <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>                                     Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Anca Barbu, a student majoring in International Business, at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Her exhibit will be on display from August 3 through 31.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Barbu is a self-taught innovative artist whose work reveals the harmonious side of life with bright colors, optimistic themes, and textured motifs. She says her art comes from the joy of everyday life, inspiring her to incorporate vibrant, contrasting colors in her work.   Ms. Barbu says she has never formally studied art, but that her mother is very creative and has always encouraged her.  She has also always admired the work of Van Gogh, Monet, and Henri Rousseau.  When painting, she often listens to the music of Pink Floyd, letting the rhythm move her paintbrush.  Much of her work shows the beauty of women in harmony with nature but with an abstract twist.  <o:p> </o:p> “I like to portray women surrounded by plant life and the colorful aspects of nature.  My signature style is swirls and contrasting colors, a style that I feel makes paintings come alive," she says.   <o:p> </o:p> At the  Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus, Ms. Barbu is a member of the Student Government Association and United Nations Club.  She plans to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2010. She then expects to apply to law school, with an eye toward a career in international business law. “No matter what, art will always play a role in my life,” she says.           <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/art_gallery/images/AncaBarbu.JPG" width="200" /></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> Photo Caption:   One of artist Anca Barbu’s paintings on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from August 3 through 31.    </o:p>   - end -         000Berkeley College Student Anca Barbu Exhibits Artwork Inspired by Van Gogh, Monet, and Henri RousseauPress Release104944Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/29/200920097/29/200920097/29/20092009Berkeley College Announces Dean for School of Continuing Education <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS<o:p></o:p> RICARDO R. ORTEGÓN DEAN FOR SCHOOL <o:p></o:p> OF CONTINUING EDUCATION<o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> As part of a new Strategic Plan, Vision for the Future, 2010-2015, which calls for the establishment of distinct schools within Berkeley College, President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, announces the appointment of <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Ricardo_Ortegon.htm">Ricardo R. Ortegón, MBA</a>, as Dean for the School of Continuing Education.  <o:p></o:p> “Ricardo is dynamic and well qualified to join our team of dedicated and creative professionals who will make our Strategic Plan a success,” says Dr. Cortes. <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> “Dean Ortegón’s leadership and vision will help expand the resources of Berkeley College through the School of Continuing Education,” adds Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD.<o:p></o:p> “By providing life-long learning opportunities for people of all ages we aim to enrich lives and enhance professional qualifications.” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dean Ortegón has more than 14 years of experience working in higher education administration.  Most recently, he was Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management at Ramapo College of New Jersey. His prior positions include Associate Director of Enrollment Management and School Relations, and Director of Graduate Student Services at Texas A&M International University;  and Director of Enrollment Management and Recruitment for the Graduate School, and Director of Academic Advising and Adult Learning, at Montclair State University.  While at Montclair State he established a Center for Adult Learning dedicated to providing access to higher education and academic support for non-traditional and working adult students. <o:p></o:p> Dean Ortegón earned a BBA degree in General Business and an MBA degree in International Trade from Texas A&M International University.  He is an honorary member of Omicron Delta Kappa, National Collegiate Leadership Honor Society.<o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> <img class="" height="188" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Ricardo%20Ortegon.jpg" width="150" />     </o:p>   Photo Caption: Ricardo R. Ortegón, MBA, is the Berkeley College Dean of the School of Continuing Education.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>-end-</o:p>   000Berkeley College Announces Dean for School of Continuing EducationPress Release104890Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/22/200920097/22/200920097/22/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE WELCOMES STAVROS ZOMOPOULOS </div> <div align="center"> AS NEW YORK MEN’S SOCCER COACH</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Stavros Zomopoulos has been named head coach for the Men’s Soccer team in New York.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Mr. Zomopoulos not only is an expert in his sport, but also serves as a role model for our student-athletes,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian D. Maher. “His extensive playing, coaching and professional experience will be invaluable to Berkeley College athletes both on and off the field.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Prior to coming to Berkeley College, Mr. Zomopoulos spent three years as head coach for the Men’s Soccer team at John Jay College. In 2006, he led the team to the CUNY Athletic Conference Final. Mr. Zomopoulos also served as assistant coach for the Borough of Manhattan Community College Men’s Soccer team, where he helped establish the Women’s Soccer program.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Zomopoulos is a graduate of Columbia University, where he played Division I soccer and won three Ivy League championships as well as reached the 1983 NCAA Division I Finals. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Following his collegiate career, Mr. Zomopoulos entered the American Express Corporate Management program where he worked for American Express both in Manhattan and Australia.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Zomopoulos is head coach for both the New York Kosmos/Greek American Youth U12 team and the Barnstonworth Rover F.C., one of the premier amateur teams in New York.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div>  <img alt="" height="185" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/CoachZomopoulos.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has named Stavros Zomopoulos head coach for the Men’s Soccer team in New York.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>     000Berkeley College Welcomes Stavros Zomopoulos as New York Men's Soccer CoachPress Release104884Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/21/200920097/21/200920097/21/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE WELCOMES SHAWN WILLIAMS </div> <div align="center"> AS NEW JERSEY CROSS COUNTRY COACH</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Shawn Williams, DC, has been named Cross Country coach for both the men’s and women’s teams in New Jersey.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  “As the first Cross Country coach for Berkeley College, Dr. Williams will be vital in helping to develop the intercollegiate program at our New Jersey campuses,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian D. Maher. “He has the athletic experience and background necessary to lead this program and an extensive educational and medical background that will serve our student-athletes well.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Williams is an adjunct professor at Berkeley College, teaching Anatomy and Physiology, and Health and Fitness courses. He is a doctoral candidate at Seton Hall University; is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College; and holds a BS degree in Biology and Psychology from the City University of New York, Staten Island.</div> <div>  </div> <div> As a high school athlete, Dr. Williams competed at a national level, going on to earn multiple NCAA Division III All-American awards in Cross Country. Following his collegiate career, he trained with clubs such as Adidas of New Jersey and the Westchester Puma Track Club. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Williams’ coaching career began in 1999. His team from Monsignor High School in Staten Island placed third in the prestigious Championship of America event at Penn Relays and in the 2000-01 season he led the school to the Staten Island Triple Crown Championships in Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Williams is a sports medicine advisor to the New York Road Runners Club. He earned subspecialty certifications in clinical biomechanics of posture, pediatric chiropractic, and sound-assisted soft tissue mobilization, as well as the USA Track and Field Level Two coaching certification. </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img alt="" height="145" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Shawn%20Williams.JPG" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has named Shawn Williams, DC, Cross Country coach for both the men’s and women’s teams in New Jersey.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Welcomes Shawn Williams as New Jersey Cross Country CoachPress Release104873Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/20/200920097/20/200920097/20/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JULY 20, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS CHECK TO NJPAC IN SUPPORT OF SOUNDS OF THE CITY CONCERT SERIES <img class="" height="147" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/NJPAC_Concert_Check.jpg" width="200" /> <div align="left">Photo Caption: Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing (right) presents a $25,000 check to New Jersey Performing Arts Center Board Vice Chairman William J. Marino (left) and NJPAC President and CEO Lawrence P. Goldman in support of the annual Sounds of the City summer concert series. The series, now in its 11th season, brings the sounds of jazz, gospel, salsa, rock and other genres to NJPAC’s Theater Square in Newark on Thursday nights. “Berkeley College is proud to be a sponsor of Sounds of the City,” said Mr. Luing. “We recognize the importance of this series, which enhances the spirit of community by bringing the public together to enjoy the arts.”</div> <div align="left"> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Presents Check to NJPAC in Support of Sounds of the City Concert SeriesPress Release104854Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/16/200920097/16/200920097/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY                                Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                                        Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs                      201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009                                        <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in New Jersey and New York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in">  BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> August 12 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Interior Design Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> August 1-6, 8, 9  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Berkeley College Department of Student Development and Campus Life presents 3x Farrington, three plays in verse – A Wailing Wall, Amoretti, and Merlin, Ohio – to be performed in the Knuppel Hall Community Room.   The production is written and directed by Berkeley College Professor Thomas Farrington who teaches English and Humanities, and also directed by Berkeley College Professor Tom Brennan who teaches Public Speaking.  The plays will be performed by a cast of Berkeley College students and alumni, with guest artist Morgan Hooper. Admission is free to Berkeley College students and alumni; others are invited to make a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. <o:p> </o:p> The performance schedule is: <o:p> </o:p> August 1         2:00 pm August 2         2:00 pm August 3         7:00 pm August 4         7:00 pm August 5         7:00 pm August 6         7:00 pm August 8         2:00 pm August 9         2:00 pm <o:p> </o:p> For further information, visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>.  For reservations or other questions, e-mail Professor Farrington at tf@berkeleycollege.edu.             August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will be run by Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> August 5 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Marketing and Management Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. WEE, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p>                                                                                                  - end - </o:p>       000Berkeley College Announces August EventsPress Release104851Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/16/200920097/16/200920097/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS SHOWCASE WORK AT BERGEN CAMPUS <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Interior%20Design%20Showcase.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: A retail model created by Berkeley College student Adriana Correa Jeffrey is displayed at the Interior Design Showcase, which was presented at the Bergen Campus in Paramus, NJ, earlier this month. Interior Design students were asked to design an interactive merchandising space for a paint company that took into account aspects such as ceiling height, partitions, columns and lighting. “This assignment was about finding functional and aesthetic design solutions,” said Berkeley College Interior Design Chair Kevin G. Byrne, ASID. “The results show the incredible creativity that place Berkeley College Interior Design students among the best in their field.” <div>  </div> <div align="center"> -  end -</div>   000Berkeley College Interior Design Students Showcase Work at Bergen CampusPress Release104850Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/16/200920097/16/200920097/16/20092009  <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 1-5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">HARLEM SUCCESS ACADEMY KINDERGARTEN CLASS LOOKS</div> <div align="center">TO THE FUTURE WITH VISIT TO BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div align="center"> </div> <div>When they grow up, they want to be police officers, teachers, baseball players and even superheroes. But most of all, the kindergarten students from Harlem Success Academy in New York want to be Berkeley College students.</div> <div> </div> <div>The young scholars from the free New York public elementary school got a taste of college life last month when they accompanied their teacher, Berkeley College alumna Rosemarie Saunders-Lee, to the New York City Midtown Campus for a tour of the facilities and a pizza party.</div> <div> </div> <div>“Each classroom at the academy is named after the college the teacher attended,” explained Ms. Saunders-Lee, who graduated from Berkeley College in 2007 with a degree in Business Administration – Marketing. “All year, the students have been eating, sleeping and breathing Berkeley College. The goal, even from kindergarten, is to graduate college, and they know they will graduate from Berkeley in the year 2025.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dressed in Berkeley College T-shirts, the students asked questions of the campus librarian, drew pictures of their future careers, and presented a chant about the college they hope to attend. In addition to Berkeley College T-shirts, stuffed bears and pennants, the 19 Harlem Success Academy students received diplomas recognizing them as the future Class of 2025.</div> <div> </div> <div>Linda Eggleston of Harlem, NY, a parent and trip chaperone, said her son Pharaoh Roper, 5, wants to be a police officer — a field served by the Berkeley College Justice Studies major.</div> <div> </div> <div>“This experience has the students looking forward to the future,” said Ms. Eggleston, adding that her son woke up that morning and said “I’m going to college today.”</div> <div> </div> <div>“It’s one thing to say college is possible, but this has made it a reality for them,” added Ms. Saunders-Lee. “They have been to college.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College Associate Vice President of Enrollment Linda Pinsky said everyone on campus was very pleased to have the students visit.</div> <div>   </div> <div>“These children are the future of Berkeley College,” said Ms. Pinsky. “They are being taught the value of a college education at a young age, and we hope their positive experiences today at Berkeley College stay with them.”</div> <div> </div> <div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> </div> <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Table%20Talk.JPG" /> Photo Caption: (Left to right) Yalo Morales, Harlem Success Academy teacher Rosemarie Saunders-Lee, Mareima Sarr, Justyn Campbell and Anthony Gaston discuss their visit to Berkeley College, New York City Midtown Campus, outside the College Bookstore. Ms. Saunders-Lee is an alumna of Berkeley College. <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Raise%20Hand.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Harlem Success Academy student Yalo Morales raises his hand to answer a question as his teacher, Berkeley College alumna Rosemarie Saunders-Lee (back left), looks on. <img class="" height="133" alt="" width="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Sand%20Timer.jpg" /> Photo Caption: Harlem Success Academy student Marquis Spears unloads the bag of goodies he received on a recent visit to Berkeley College. The students were given Berkeley College T-shirts, stuffed bears and pennants, as well as diplomas recognizing them as the future Class of 2025. <div align="center"> - end - </div>    000Harlem Success Academy Kindergarten Class Looks to the Future with Visit to Berkeley CollegePress Release104844Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/10/200920097/10/200920097/10/20092009Berkeley College Alumna Recognized as Rising Business Star By Westchester Business Council <img src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" alt="Berkeley College" class="" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu </a>   <link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CVera%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /><style type="text/css">  </style> <link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CVera%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /><style type="text/css">  </style> BERKELEY COLLEGE ALUMNA RECOGNIZED AS RISING BUSINESS STAR BY WESTCHESTER BUSINESS COUNCIL <img height="200" width="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/LMarcianoX09.jpg" alt="" />   <div align="left"> <link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CVera%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /><style type="text/css">  </style>Photo Caption: Luisa Marciano, Director of Human Resources, Abigail Kirsch Culinary Productions, was recently named a Business Council of Westchester 2009 “Forty under Forty,” Rising Star. The program recognizes individuals under the age of 40 who surpass expectations, raise the bar, and set new standards for business success. Presenting the award is The Business Council of Westchester Chairman of the Board Chris O’ Callaghan. Ms. Marciano is a resident of Tarrytown.</div>             <div align="left"> </div>             000Berkeley College Alumna Recognized as Rising Business Star By Westchester Business CouncilPress Release104823Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/2/200920097/2/200920097/2/20092009 <img class="" alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> WEDNESDAY, July 1, 2009   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS<o:p></o:p> OF ASSOCIATE PROVOSTS AND DEANS <o:p></o:p> IN SUPPORT OF STRATEGIC PLAN<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> As part of a new Strategic Plan, Vision for the Future, 2010-2015, which calls for the establishment of five schools within Berkeley College, President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, announces the appointments of <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Beth_Coyle.htm">Beth Coyle, EdD,</a> as Associate Provost of Academic Support Services and <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/MarianneVakalis.htm">Marianne P. Vakalis, EdD,</a> as Associate Provost of Faculty Affairs. <o:p> </o:p> New deans include <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/JohnRapanos.htm">John Rapanos, DPS, CFP</a>, for the School of Business; <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/William_Cipolla.htm">William F. Cipolla, PhD,</a> for the School of Liberal Arts; <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/MarisolAbuin.htm">Marisol Abuin, JD</a>, for the School of Professional Studies; and <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Ricardo_Ortegon.htm">Ricardo Ortegón, MBA</a>, for the School of Continuing Education. <o:p> </o:p> “This dynamic, well-qualified team of professionals has the dedication and creativity needed to make our Strategic Plan not just a reality, but a success,” says Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. <o:p> </o:p> “Those of us who have had the opportunity to work with these individuals admire their commitment to academic excellence, and I know that the future holds only positive things for Berkeley College under their leadership,” adds Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place w:st="on">Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Woodland</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Park</st1:placetype></st1:place> (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>), <st1:place w:st="on">Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>   000Berkeley College Names Associate Provosts and DeansPress Release104800Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/25/200920096/25/200920096/25/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICE OF<o:p></o:p> MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is proud to announce that it has established an Office of Military and Veterans Affairs to address the unique academic needs of veterans and active military personnel. Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, has appointed Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, as Assistant Vice President to oversee this vital office. <o:p> </o:p> “Dr. Robitaille, a combat veteran with 20 years in the US Army, brings to this office a unique understanding of both the Armed Forces and the higher-education community,” says Dr. Cortes. “He will work closely with veterans, national guard members and active duty military members, overseeing the development of strong connections between Berkeley College and the various branches of the United States Armed Forces.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which provides higher education assistance for veterans under the Post-9/11 GI Bill (also known as Chapter 33).  The program allows as many as 1,550 students to enroll at Berkeley College and benefit by having 100 percent of their tuition and fees covered each academic year.  <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College also has an educational partnership with the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership (NCPDLP).  This program offers degrees via distance learning to sailors in the US Navy. This progressive partnership supports the sailors’ mobile lifestyle and educational goals, and allows students to use their benefits under the Navy Tuition Assistance program to cover the cost of their courses. <o:p> </o:p> Before this appointment at Berkeley College, Dr. Robitaille served as Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs for the New Jersey campuses since 2007.  In addition to his civilian career, Dr. Robitaille is a Master Sergeant in the Army National Guard and serves as Chief Instructor with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard’s Regional Training Institute, where he oversees the training and development of hundreds of soldiers annually. His active duty in the US Army included service in countries and regions such as Germany, Kosovo, Macedonia, France, England, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Kuwait. He has received numerous medals and commendations for these worldwide deployments. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Robitaille holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Studies from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.  He earned a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies and a Doctorate in Leadership in Higher Education from Widener University.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> Prospective students interested in finding out more about the Office of Military and Veterans Services can visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/military</a> on the web or e-mail: <a href="mailto:ror@BerkeleyCollege.edu">ror@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place w:st="on">Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Woodland</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Park</st1:placetype></st1:place> (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>), <st1:place w:st="on">Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program.  All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><img alt="" height="216" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/photos/r_robatille.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> <o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p> Photo Caption:  Richard E. Robitaille, EdD, is the Assistant Vice President overseeing the newly established Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs.  Prospective students can find out more by visiting <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/military</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces New Office of Military and Veterans AffairsPress Release104798Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/25/200920096/25/200920096/25/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   Berkeley College Celebrates the Art of Jami Kunkle <o:p></o:p> at the Berkeley Midtown Campus Gallery <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting “Abandoned Interiors,” the work of artist Jami Kunkle.  Her paintings will be on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from July 6 through 31.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. An artist’s reception for Ms. Kunkle will be held on Tuesday, July 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. <o:p> </o:p> A native of Pittsburgh, PA, and currently living in Wake Forest, NC, Ms. Kunkle is a recent graduate of East Carolina University, Greenville, NC.  She holds a BFA degree in Art, with a concentration in painting and drawing.  Earlier this year, she exhibited her work in a solo show at East Carolina University’s Grey Gallery.  Ms. Kunkle earned first place in the “On the Wall: Emerging Eastern North Carolina” exhibition and honorable mention in the “Schwa 2008” exhibition at Emerge Gallery and Arts Center, Greenville, NC.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Her current series of oil paintings on canvas portray the interior of abandoned structures.  <o:p></o:p> “I am searching for a lost existence concealed within the walls of the many abandoned buildings that I explore,” says Ms. Kunkle.  “Each structure with its own character has an untold story, eager to be revealed through my eyes.  The mysterious feeling of a past presence, still lingering among the smell of musk, decay and dampness within the interiors, curiously draws me in.”  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> To view images of Ms. Kunkle’s work, visit <a href="http://www.jamikunkle.com/">www.jamikunkle.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><img alt="" height="302" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/JamiKunkleArtExhibit%2007-09.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> Photo Caption:  "Adjustment of Losses" from Jami Kunkle's exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City.  The exhibit will be on display from July 6 through 31.                                                                       - end -     000Berkeley College Celebrates the Art of Jami Kunkle at the Berkeley Midtown Campus GalleryPress Release104796Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/24/200920096/24/200920096/24/20092009Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Announces Reorganization in Strategic Plan <img class="" alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT DARIO A. CORTES, PhD, ANNOUNCES  REORGANIZATION IN STRATEGIC PLAN 2010-2015<o:p></o:p> On Friday, June 5, 2009, a formal ceremony marked not only a day to honor newly inaugurated Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, but also a time for the College to look ahead, as its new leader announced major restructuring initiatives. In the new Strategic Plan, Vision for the Future, 2010-2015, Dr. Cortes calls for Berkeley College to be comprised of five components: a School of Business; a School of Liberal Arts; a School of Professional Studies; a School of Continuing Education; and a School of Graduate Studies. <o:p></o:p> “These changes in the organizational structure of Berkeley College allow for greater opportunities for students as well as for the College. This will bring higher education and preparedness for success to more citizens in the business marketplace of today and tomorrow,” commented Dr. Cortes, who has been successful with restructuring initiatives at other colleges. <o:p></o:p> In his remarks, Dr. Cortes said that in order for the Strategic Plan to be successful, certain characteristics are vital: creativity and agility; globalization; entrepreneurial spirit; and the desire to harness technology to advance teaching, learning and administrative operations. Berkeley College will continue to build upon its solid foundation by harnessing these attributes, he added.<o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.    <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Dario%20Cortes%20and%20Kevin%20Luing.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Strategic Plan, Vision for the Future, 2010-2015, presented by newly inaugurated Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (left) here with Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing, calls for restructuring the College into five components: a School of Business; a School of Liberal Arts; a School of Professional Studies; a School of Continuing Education; and a School of Graduate Studies.                                                                                            - end -   000Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, Announces Reorganization in Strategic PlanPress Release104785Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/23/200920096/23/200920096/23/20092009 <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH NAVY COLLEGE PROGRAM TO </div> <div align="center"> OFFER SAILORS DEGREES VIA DISTANCE LEARNING</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that it has entered into an educational partnership with the Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership (NCPDLP) to offer rating-related degrees via distance learning to sailors in the US Navy. This progressive partnership, which will support the sailor’s mobile lifestyle and educational goals, allows students to use their benefits under the Navy Tuition Assistance program to pay for courses.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley is already becoming the college of choice among students who receive veteran benefits. We are pleased that through this new program we will be able to offer the same higher-education opportunity to sailors currently serving our nation on ships and at US Navy installations worldwide,” says Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The distance learning program offers two Associate’s and five Bachelor’s degrees in career fields directly related to Navy job ratings. Degrees are in relevant fields such as General Business, Business Administration and Justice Studies, and makes maximum use of military professional training and experience to fulfill degree requirements.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership is offered through the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Navy (SOCNAV) system, a network of colleges that guarantees sailors can continue working toward a degree regardless of transfers related to their Navy service. SOCNAV programs are offered at almost all Navy installations and on board ships around the world, and the Berkeley College Online program will be accessible from any location where there is Internet service.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Even when they are hundreds of miles from home, our servicemen and women will have the same personalized faculty attention and substantial support services that make Berkeley College students enrolled in traditional on-site classes successful,” says Assistant Vice President of Military and Veterans Affairs Richard Robitaille, EdD. “Small class size and faculty with real-world experience will help sailors use their strengths and continue to build successful careers.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Prospective students interested in finding out more can e-mail <a href="http://navy@berkeleycollege.edu/">navy@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>, call 1-800-446-5400, ext. USN, or visit <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/military/navy">http://berkeleycollege.edu/military/navy</a> on the Web.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> 000Berkeley College Partners with Navy College to Offer Degrees via Distance LearningPress Release104765Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/22/200920096/22/200920096/22/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES TO COMMUNITY FOODBANK OF NEW JERSEY DURING CEREMONY TO HONOR NEWLY INAUGURATED PRESIDENT <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Food%20Bank%20NJ.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, gave donations from the Berkeley College community to The Community FoodBank of New Jersey and The Food Bank for New York City during his inaugural ceremony held at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, NJ, on Friday, June 5, 2009. Left to right are: Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing; Student Government Association President, Bergen Campus, Michael Gilberti; Director of Resource Development & Marketing for The Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Phyllis Dunlop; Student Government Association President, Middlesex Campus, Sally Portes; Student Government Association President, Newark Campus, Taseen Peterson; and Dr. Cortes. Each Berkeley College campus also conducted a food drive for the organizations.  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div align="center">  </div>     000Berkeley College Donates to Community FoodBank of NJ During Presidential Inauguration CeremonyPress Release104764Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/22/200920096/22/200920096/22/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES TO FOOD BANK FOR NEW YORK CITY DURING CEREMONY TO HONOR NEWLY INAUGURATED PRESIDENT <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Food%20Bank%20NY.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, gave donations from the Berkeley College community to The Food Bank for New York City and The Community FoodBank of New Jersey during his inaugural ceremony held at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, NJ, on Friday, June 5, 2009. Left to right are: Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin L. Luing; Student Government Association President, Westchester Campus, Gabrielle Forrester; Business Partnership Manager of The Food Bank for New York City, Kate Hindin; Student Government Association President, Berkeley College Online, Catherine Havlin; and Dr. Cortes. Each Berkeley College campus also conducted a food drive for the organizations. </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  </div>     000Berkeley College Donates to Food Bank for New York City During Presidential Inauguration CeremonyPress Release104756Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/18/200920096/18/200920096/18/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY             Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                    Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs    201-291-1111, Ext. 5122 THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009                  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention  Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in  New  Jersey  and  New  York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JULY EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>  <o:p></o:p> Interior Design Summer Workshop:  Learn design fundamentals and find out about a wide range of career opportunities.  Enhance your classroom experience with field trips in the design industry.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>              <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus,  <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>  <o:p></o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>  <o:p></o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p><o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p></o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> . <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a>  <o:p></o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p>  <o:p></o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will be run by Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 15<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 15-16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Fashion Summer Workshop:  Explore the exciting field of fashion, from buying and product development to display and merchandising.  Learn from industry-trained faculty and visit leading fashion companies.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a> <o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p> July 22<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Health Services Career Exploration Workshop:   Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> July 22-23<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Leadership Summer Workshop:  This informative workshop is designed to teach teamwork and leadership skills through classroom activities and with the help of business leaders and professionals.  You will gain a better understanding of the knowledge and abilities needed to develop these skills.  Time:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Criminal Justice Summer Workshop:  Make a difference in your community and in the world.  Designed for those who have a strong social conscience and a passion for justice, students will learn about homeland security, forensics, and crime detection.  Hands-on experience includes touring related offices.  Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Cost:  $100.  Students must be at least 16 years old to attend.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. FSW, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop">www.berkeleycollege.edu/summerworkshop</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> July 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Business Administration Career Exploration Workshop:  Learn what career paths are available for you when you choose this field of study.  Speak with an advisor about what types of classes are involved in preparation for this career.  Time:  11:30 am to 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  For more information, call 800-446-5400, ext. AKR, or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.berkeleycollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Announces July EventsPress Release104739Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/15/200920096/15/200920096/15/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE VOLUNTEERS JOIN</div> <div align="center"> PARAMUS GROUPS FOR COMMUNITY CLEANUP <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Paramus%20Cleanup.jpg" width="200" />  </div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students and staff joined members of the Boy Scouts, Paramus Rotoract and Paramus Department of Public Works on June 6 to clean up Sprout Brook, which runs parallel to the Bergen Campus. Pictured (left to right) are members of the Paramus Department of Public Works with Berkeley College students Maria Isabel Alarcon, International Business; Michael Gilberti, Business Administration – Marketing; Maria Benitez, Fashion Marketing and Management; Mauricio Ramos, Business Administration; and Berkeley College Director of Student Development and Campus Life, Bergen Campus, Alicia Martinez. “Student involvement in the community surrounding our campus is very important and mutually beneficial,” says Martinez. “Berkeley College students are proud to be active participants in the development and maintenance of a strong, safe and clean community.” </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div align="center">  </div>   000Berkeley College Volunteers Join Paramus Groups for Community CleanupPress Release104708Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/10/200920096/10/200920096/10/20092009 Berkeley College NJ Campuses Help Raise Money for the American Conference on Diversity   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES PARTICIPATE IN  DIVERSITY STRIDE WALK-A-THON TO SUPPORT THE  AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON DIVERSITY   <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/DiversityStrideGrp0609.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students, staff and family members from the New Jersey Campuses in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson); Newark; Woodbridge; and Paramus recently participated in Diversity Stride at Liberty State Park in Jersey City to raise money for the American Conference on Diversity, a not-for-profit organization working to create and enhance a society that embraces social justice for all. - end -   000Berkeley College NJ Campuses Help Raise Money for American Conference on DiversityPress Release104667Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/3/200920096/3/200920096/3/20092009    <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE, NY, JUSTICE STUDIES DEBATE TEAM </div> <div align="center"> COMPETES IN CRITICAL THINKING COMPETITION <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/BerkeleyNY.jpg" width="200" /> <div align="left"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Dean of Academic Affairs Orsete Dias, EdD, (left) and Berkeley College faculty facilitator Joseph Pascarella, PhD, (right) congratulate Berkeley College New York students William Amoroso and Ricot Marceline on their efforts at the Justice Studies Debate Competition, held in honor of Law Day. The competition demonstrated the critical thinking skills of teams from colleges in New York and New Jersey while raising awareness, sensitivity and respect for a plurality of viewpoints. </div>  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Judges.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College faculty join members of the judges panel at the Justice Studies Debate Competition sponsored by Berkeley College in honor of Law Day at the 101 Club in New York City. Left to right are Berkeley College Chair of Professional Studies, NJ, Deborah Ranges, JD; Berkeley College Chair of Professional Studies, NY, Marisol Abuin, JD; Supreme Court Justice James R. Cowhey; New York Assistant District Attorney William Fleming, JD; St. John’s University Criminal Justice Professor James O'Keefe, PhD; Westchester County Department of Public Safety Director of Training Maryellen Martirano; Greenburgh, NY, Police Lt. Desmond Q. Martin; and Berkeley College Dean of Academic Affairs Orsete Dias, EdD. Kings County prosecutor Richard K. Farrell (not pictured) also served as a competition judge. - end - </div>   000Berkeley College, NY, Justice Studies Debate Team Competes in Critical Thinking CompetitionPress Release104666Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/3/200920096/3/200920096/3/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE, NJ, JUSTICE STUDIES DEBATE TEAM TAKES FIRST PRIZE IN CRITICAL THINKING COMPETITION  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/BerkeleyNJ.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Dean of Academic Affairs Orsete Dias, EdD, (right) awards Berkeley College New Jersey students Taseen Peterson (left) and Berthony Duverglas the first-place prize at the Justice Studies Debate Competition, held in honor of Law Day. The competition demonstrated the critical thinking skills of teams from colleges in New York and New Jersey while raising awareness, sensitivity and respect for a plurality of viewpoints. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Judges.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College faculty join members of the judges panel at the Justice Studies Debate Competition sponsored by Berkeley College in honor of Law Day at the 101 Club in New York City. Left to right are Berkeley College Chair of Professional Studies, NJ, Deborah Ranges, JD; Berkeley College Chair of Professional Studies, NY, Marisol Abuin, JD; Supreme Court Justice James R. Cowhey; New York Assistant District Attorney William Fleming, JD; St. John’s University Criminal Justice Professor James O'Keefe, PhD; Westchester County Department of Public Safety Director of Training Maryellen Martirano; Greenburgh, NY, Police Lt. Desmond Q. Martin; and Berkeley College Dean of Academic Affairs Orsete Dias, EdD. Kings County prosecutor Richard K. Farrell (not pictured) also served as a competition judge. <div align="center">  - end -</div>     000Berkeley College, NJ, Justice Studies Debate Team Takes First Prize in Critical Thinking CompetitionPress Release104686Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/28/200920096/9/200920096/9/20092009 Katherine Conits Honored As Berkeley College 2009 NY Alumna of the Year <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> KATHERINE CONITS HONORED AS</div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE 2009 NY ALUMNA OF THE YEAR</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to recognize Katherine Conits, naming her Berkeley College 2009 New York Alumna of the Year. Ms. Conits graduated with highest business honors from the Berkeley School Executive Secretarial Program in 1983, and was recognized at the 2009 Commencement Ceremony held recently at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. </div> <div> A resident of Yonkers, Ms. Conits has 25 years of corporate experience and currently serves as Director of Public Affairs at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. With 960 properties in 97 countries, and approximately 145,000 employees, Starwood is a leader in the hotel and leisure industry. </div> <div> Ms. Conits plays a pivotal leadership role in philanthropy at Starwood’s headquarters in White Plains, NY. Her responsibilities include fostering a spirit of community outreach and overseeing the company’s charitable grant-giving programs, including its volunteer and fundraising campaigns. She also serves as a Goodwill Ambassador in the local community and is a member of the 2009 Board of Directors for the Business Council of Westchester.  </div> <div> Ms. Conits’ debut into the corporate world began with a Berkeley internship at the ITT Corporation World Headquarters in New York City. There she gained experience in the Human Resources and Shareholder Investor Relations divisions. ITT was acquired by Starwood in 1998.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley’s executive internship program and business curriculum provided me with invaluable experience and the necessary tools and advanced education to succeed as a student and to commence my journey into the corporate world,” says Ms. Conits. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Katherine%20Conits.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recognized Katherine Conits of Yonkers by naming her 2009 New York Alumna of the Year. Ms. Conits graduated with highest business honors from the Berkeley School Executive Secretarial Program in 1983. She received her award from Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, during the 2009 Commencement Ceremony held recently at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                           - end -    </div>     000Katherine Conits Honored As Berkeley College 2009 NY Alumna of the YearPress Release104569Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/22/200920095/22/200920095/22/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits the Art of Jenna Lash - <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Oils and Acrylics Focused on Money <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>                                     Berkeley College is exhibiting the artwork of Jenna Lash at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. This exhibit will be on display from June 1 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0" w:st="on">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time> and on Saturday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0" w:st="on">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0" w:st="on">3:00 pm</st1:time>.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, June 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    <o:p> </o:p> Fascinated by currency, Ms. Lash’s interest is in diverse cultures and how their identities are represented in their money.  She creatively conveys those symbolic representations of financial systems through the prism of her work.  <o:p> </o:p> “To say I’m into money as a subject is off-putting to most people in the art world,” said Lash. “But someone who knows nothing at all about art can immediately relate.  It represents culture and history in so many layers.  You have an icon that’s instantly  recognizable.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Lash has won many awards for her work, including recently taking first prize in the Westchester, NY Beaux Arts Finale.  She has had ten solo shows in New York during the last 15 years and participated in more than 330 juried group exhibitions.  She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Connecticut and a Master of Arts from New York University.  The artist has studied at the American Academy in Rome, and her work is held in private collections in the United States and Europe.       To view images of Ms. Lash’s work, visit <a href="http://www.jennalash.com/">www.jennalash.com</a>.   For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065.       <img alt="" height="143" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Jenna%20Lash.jpg" width="200" /> <o:p> </o:p>   <o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p>Photo Caption:   Artist Jenna Lash’s global currency exhibit is on display at the  Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City from June 1 through 30.  </o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p>                                  - end -            000Berkeley College Exhibits the Art of Jenna Lash - Oils and Acrylics Focused on MoneyPress Release104548Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/19/200920095/19/200920095/19/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY             Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                    Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs    201-291-1111, Ext. 1-5122 TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2009                      <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention  Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in  New  Jersey  and  New  York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.   <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JUNE EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place online: <o:p> </o:p> June 1 – 8<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Online will host a Virtual Career Fair.  Participation in this engaging interactive event offers employers the chance to connect with Berkeley students from the comfort of their computers and to arrange interviews with prospects online.  Students can gain access to employment opportunities in the region and communicate with hiring decision-makers online.  For further information, please contact Rosemarie Berman, Director, Online Career Services, 973-278-5400, ext. 1221, or <a href="mailto:rob@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rob@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> JERSEY CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place w:st="on">West Paterson</st1:place>): <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:  <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker w:st="on">YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Midtown Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 17 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> June 17   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0" w:st="on">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0" w:st="on">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:stockticker w:st="on">CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end - <o:p> </o:p>       000Berkeley College Announces June EventsPress Release104541Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/19/200920095/19/200920095/19/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE AND FASHION DELIVERS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC. PRESENT SUIT YOURSELF WORKSHOP FOR STUDENTS PREPARING FOR INTERVIEWS </div> <div> Students at Berkeley College learned from young professionals about what not to wear and how to dress for interviews when the Berkeley College Career Services Department and Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation, Inc., organized a recent workshop for approximately 50 students enrolled in the Career Management Seminar. </div> <div> Fashion Delivers Associate Board Member Marissa Feinberg introduced guest speakers, Casey Marks of Elle Magazine and Rebecca Welsher, formerly of the Human Resources Department at Bear Stearns.</div> <div> Ms. Marks discussed Runway Spring Trends and Easy Ways to Transition from Day to Night. She cited the Southwest Look, Garden Party, and Blue as current trends.</div> <div> Suggestions for transitioning from day to night for women included keeping strappy sandals at work, packing a clutch bag for evening, and substituting a blouse or top with sequins or accessories. You can also enhance your look by using eyeliner and lipstick, and styling your hair.  Ms. Marks noted a few of her favorite shops where she finds fashions and accessories inexpensively. </div> <div> Ms. Welsher, a former recruiter with experience interviewing college students and graduates, emphasized putting as much effort into your appearance as you can.  “You have put in time and effort to get yourself to the interview, so make the most of this opportunity,” she said. Ms. Welsher recommends dressing so that you are comfortable with how you present yourself, and when in doubt, “Go conservative.”  </div> <div> “What you wear after you get the job may be different,” she said, “But for the interview, less is more. Keep your hair neat, not crazy. Your look says to the interviewer, ‘This is serious. I’m a professional.’”  </div> <div> Other tips?  </div> <div> “Stay light on the perfume or cologne, and of course, do not wear anything that is wrinkled or dirty! Ladies wear heels; you can always bring them and change in front of the building. Don’t wear bright colors or heavy textured material like mohair, and there’s no need to be glitzy or show off jewelry. It’s more about wearing your attire well because you are presenting yourself,” said Ms. Welsher. </div> <div> Following the workshop, students in the Career Management Seminar received interview-appropriate tailored suits and other career-wear by Marcraft Clothes, Inc., Peacock Apparel, Jones Apparel, Kasper, Polo Ralph Lauren, Ann Klein, and Tasso Elba, acquired through the efforts of Fashion Delivers. </div> <div> About Fashion Delivers </div> <div> Established in 2005, Fashion Delivers mobilizes the adult apparel and home fashion industries to donate new product to individuals and families in need and victims of natural disasters throughout the year in a timely and efficient manner, matching need with availability of products. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.fashiondelivers.org/">www.fashiondelivers.org</a>. </div> <div> About Berkeley College </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/SuitYourself09%20001.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Fashion Delivers Associate Board Member Nick Wiznowsky addresses Berkeley College students about how to dress for interviews at the recently held Career Management Workshop, “Suit Yourself,” at the NYC Midtown Campus. </div> <div> <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/SuitYourself09%20008.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students pose questions to guest speakers (left to right) Casey Marks of Elle magazine; Rebecca Welsher, formerly of Bear Stearns; and Marissa Feinberg, Fashion Delivers Associate Board Member, at the “Suit Yourself” Career Management Workshop held at the NYC Midtown Campus. <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/SuitYourself09%20009.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Monica Dorcinville (left) of the Bronx and Career Services Counselor Sarah Allende discuss appropriate attire for an upcoming interview at the NYC Midtown Campus “Suit Yourself” Workshop for students enrolled in the Career Management Seminar.</div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College and Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation Inc. Present Suit Yourself WorkshopPress Release104504Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/14/200920095/14/200920095/14/20092009   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p></o:p> <h4 align="center" style="margin: 0in -0.5in 0pt 0in; text-align: center">  </h4> <o:p> </o:p> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK OUTSTANDING STUDENT OF THE YEAR IS STRONG ADVOCATE FOR THOSE IN NEED</div> <div align="center">   ESTHER GROSS RECOGNIZED AT BERKELEY COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY</div> Berkeley College is proud to recognize the achievements of Esther Gross, a resident of Manhattan, NY, by presenting her with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2009. Ms. Gross, who completed her Bachelor in Business Administration degree, received the award during the Berkeley College 2009 Commencement Ceremony held on April 24 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  <div align="left"> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Student recommendations come from faculty and staff with the final decision made by the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. </div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is the Robert Maher Award,” said Michael J. Baston, JD, Berkeley College Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. Esther has overcome many challenges to excel as a student, a leader, and a mentor.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> The daughter of struggling immigrants, Ms. Gross was born in the Dominican Republic and brought to the United States when she was a year old. Early on she learned that “you can’t sit back and watch injustice.” At 18, Ms. Gross began advocating for higher education and marched through the streets of New York City for school funding. In her 20s she was elected Vice Chair of the New York City Housing Residence Alliance. In this role she worked to educate the public on their legal rights in housing, accompanied them to housing court, and encouraged elected officials to vote against housing laws that could adversely affect low-income families. Currently, she serves as Executive Vice President of The Wise Tower Tenant Association and also volunteers as a translator and interpreter for those in need of those services in her community.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Ms. Gross is a recipient of the Good Neighbor Award from the Goddard Riverside not-for-profit organization that runs senior and daycare centers as well as after-school programs. In conjunction with the District Attorney’s Office and the 24th Precinct, she runs “For Your Eyes Only,” a workshop that educates parents about cyber crimes, and oversees “Losing My Freedom,” a community program that encourages at-risk adolescents and young adults to refrain from committing crimes. </div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Ms. Gross was working as an Account Executive in the Billing Department of Media Distribution Services in 2006 when she decided to quit her job and go back to school.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “I had been with the company for 12 years, and many people thought I was crazy in taking that risk,” Ms. Gross says. “It was my daughter who reminded me that I was an advocate for education, and that I should practice what I preach.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> While at Berkeley College Ms. Gross was inducted into the Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society and was one of 16 students selected to speak with Under Secretary of the US Department of Education Sara Martinez Tucker when she visited Berkeley College NYC Midtown Campus in 2007. Ms. Gross says her most rewarding college experience was serving as part of the Senior Mentor program. </div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “As a mentor I heard stories that would tear anyone’s heart apart,” she says. “I am glad I was there to encourage younger students to continue with their studies, but the truth is that they really saved me. They gave me the strength to continue and to go further than I ever knew I could.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div>   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Esther%20Gross.jpg" width="200" />   <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recognized the achievements of Esther Gross, a resident of Manhattan, NY, by presenting her with the New York Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2009. Ms. Gross, who completed her Bachelor in Business Administration degree, received the award from Berkeley College President Dario Cortes, PhD, during the Berkeley College 2009 Commencement Ceremony held on April 24 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. </div>     000Berkeley College NY Outstanding Student of Year is Strong Advocate for Those in NeedPress Release104500Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/14/200920095/14/200920095/14/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW JERSEY OUTSTANDING STUDENT </div> <div align="center"> AWARD RECIPIENT PROVES HE CONTROLS HIS OWN DESTINY</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Mohammed Duqmaq of Paterson, NJ, by presenting him with the New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2009. Mr. Duqmaq, who completed his Bachelor of Science degree in business management, received the award during the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 24. </div> <div>  </div> <div> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. Student recommendations come from faculty and staff with the final decision made by the Office of Student Development and Campus Life. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is The Robert Maher Award,” said Ed Hughes, EdD, Berkeley College Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New Jersey. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. Mohammed took control of his destiny and has become someone who not only respects others, but who others deeply respect.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Duqmaq’s path to Berkeley College was full of personal challenges. </div> <div>  </div> <div> His family moved often during his high school career — first from New York to South Jersey and later to North Jersey. These frequent, unsettling changes left Mr. Duqmaq searching for an identity. He had difficulty making friends and engaging positively with his new environments.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A teacher at Hawthorne High School, Ms. Patricia Atkinson-Battista, encouraged Mr. Duqmaq to become a constructive and active participant in his educational community, and to discover who he was through helping others. “It’s never too late to be who you might have been,” she quoted George Elliot to him.</div> <div>  </div> <div> From that point, and with the support of his mother, Mona, Mr. Duqmaq said his attitude shifted. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “I became more responsible, I become more reliable, I took responsibility for my actions,” said Mr. Duqmaq. “I know my mom wanted to see me graduate from high school, and I wanted to achieve things. It’s never too late to change.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Duqmaq began to think about college, but realized his change of attitude may have come too late, as most high school seniors had already submitted their college applications. He was relieved when Berkeley College gave him the opportunity to achieve his dreams.</div> <div>  </div> <div> At Berkeley College, Mr. Duqmaq flourished. He joined the Berkeley College Bulldogs basketball team, which he captained his senior year. He decided to make a difference in the lives of others by volunteering for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He also served as co-chair of publicity for the Student Government Association, Garret Mountain Campus, and became SGA President last year. In addition to his commitment to Berkeley College, Mr. Duqmaq also found time to hold a part time job at a Hawthorne restaurant.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Duqmaq is confident his bright future is only beginning, saying he hopes to own his own electronics business or get a job with a Fortune 500 company in the near future.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="left"> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Mohammed%20Duqmaq.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (left) and Ed Hughes, EdD, Berkeley College Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New Jersey, present Mohammed Duqmaq of Paterson, NJ, with the New Jersey Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 24 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. <div align="center">  - end -</div> </div>   000Berkeley College New Jersey Outstanding Student Award Recipient Proves He Controls His Own DestinyPress Release104481Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/13/200920095/13/200920095/13/20092009   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> CRISTINA GUARNERI HONORED AS BERKELEY COLLEGE 2009 NJ ALUMNA OF THE YEAR</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to recognize Cristina Guarneri, by naming her Berkeley College 2009 New Jersey Alumna of the Year. Ms. Guarneri graduated from the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in 1990 with an Associate’s degree in Fashion Marketing and Management and was honored at the 2009 Commencement Ceremony held on April 24 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div> After graduating from Berkeley College, Ms. Guarneri, a resident of Verona, NJ, pursued a BA degree in Psychology and an MA in Counseling from Montclair State University, NJ. In addition she holds a Post-Master’s certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University and is currently enrolled there in a doctoral degree program in education. </div> <div>  </div> <div> After working as a Mental Health Counselor for 10 years in both clinical settings and within the Essex and Bergen County jails, Ms. Guarneri devoted herself to working in the field of education. She has worked in school counseling, special education teaching, and has served as assistant school principal. Ms. Guarneri is the director and founder of Tabor Academy, a private not-for-profit school serving students with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder. </div> <div>  </div> <div> In addition, Ms. Guarneri has published three children’s books on how to cope with stress. These include: Purple Ribbons, Just Being Me, and The Magic Tree.Her fourthchildren’s book, Wiley’s Adventure, was published in February 2009. Ms. Guarneri is also founder of the Engine 9 Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to educate young people about fire safety and fire prevention as well as the importance of serving as firefighters. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms Guarneri credits Berkeley College professors and administrators with helping to pave the way to her current achievements.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley College gave me the education and the career preparation to allow me to have the competitive edge to succeed in today’s business world. The faculty and administrators were very supportive of me in achieving my goals, and I gained networking skills and a strong sense of myself professionally,” Ms. Guarneri says. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Her advice to current college graduates is to “never stop dreaming.” It’s also important, she says, that young professionals follow their own career goals and not those that others may attempt to impose on them. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Perseverance and motivation are also key ingredients for success. Never give up no matter what anyone says to you. It’s your dream and what you do with it is up to you,” Ms. Guarneri says. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/CristinaGuarneri.JPG" width="200" /> <div>  Photo Caption: <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:country-region w:st="on">College</st1:country-region></st1:place> recognized Cristina Guarneri, by naming her Berkeley College 2009 New Jersey Alumna of the Year. Ms. Guarneri graduated from the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus in 1990 with an Associate’s degree in Fashion Marketing and Management and received her award from Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, during the 2009 Commencement Ceremony held on April 24 at the <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">IZOD</st1:placename> <st1:country-region w:st="on">Center</st1:country-region></st1:place> in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <o:p> </o:p> <div align="center"> - end -    </div> <div>  </div>   </div>     000Cristina Guarneri Honored as Berkeley College 2009 NJ Alumna of the YearPress Release104448Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/12/200920095/12/200920095/12/20092009 Berkeley College Students Oppose Cuts to Their TAG Aid   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS OPPOSE CUTS TO THEIR STATE AID<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p><img alt="" height="286" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/TAGGroup.jpg" width="400" />   <o:p></o:p> Photo Caption: Berkeley College students protested Governor Corzine's proposed reduction in Tuition Assistance Grants (TAG) to students of proprietary colleges.  With these cuts they will not be able to complete their degrees. The average household income of students at Berkeley who receive this aid is less than $30,000 per year.  In the 2007-2008 fiscal year, more than 1,900 students received TAG aid at Berkeley College.  Thus far this year 2,153 students have received TAG aid. <o:p></o:p>                                                                    - end -         000Berkeley College Students Oppose Cuts to Their TAG AidPress Release104447Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/12/200920095/12/200920095/12/20092009 Pastor of Distinction Title Awarded to Michael J. Baston <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> PASTOR OF DISTINCTION TITLE AWARDED TO MICHAEL J. BASTON,  DEAN OF STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE BERKELEY COLLEGE, NEW YORK CITY CAMPUS </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Michael J. Baston, JD, Dean of Student Development and Campus Life, New York City, has been awarded the title of “Pastor of Distinction” by The Pastor’s Aid Ministry of St. Luke Cathedral in Laurelton, New York. The award recognizes outstanding members of the clergy who have made a positive contribution to underserved communities in New York City. Mr. Baston, who serves as senior pastor of St. Luke Cathedral, was one of seven ministers recognized for outstanding services to the community of southeast Queens during an April 19 luncheon.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Elected officials including New York State Sen. Charles E. Schumer, Queens Borough President Helen M. Marshall and New York City Councilman James Sanders Jr., addressed the nearly 540 guests who attended the luncheon. In addition to a video montage tracing his many years of service to the community, Mr. Baston received a Citation of Honor from Queens Borough President Marshall; a Congressional Award from Rep. Gregory Meeks of the Sixth Congressional District; a Commendation from New York City Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr.; and a City Council Citation from New York City Councilman Leroy Comrie. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Baston has received numerous awards over the years, not only for outstanding service to his church community, but also in his role as Executive Director of the Laurelton-Rosedale Senior Citizens Center, and in his role at Berkeley College where he offers encouragement and support to generations of young people.  </div> <div> Mr. Baston joined Berkeley College in 1998 as an adjunct professor. In 1999, he was appointed Assistant Dean of Students, New York City. He was appointed to his current position in 2002 and today works diligently to assist students in becoming engaged learners and effective leaders.</div>   <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/MichaelBaston.jpg" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Michael J. Baston, JD, Berkeley College Dean of Student Development and Campus Life, New York City, has been awarded the title of “Pastor of Distinction” from The Pastor’s Aid Ministry of St. Luke Cathedral in Laurelton, New York.<o:p></o:p> - end -   000Pastor of Distinction Title Awarded to Michael J. BastonPress Release104438Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/11/200920095/11/200920095/11/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS HONORARY DEGREE </div> <div align="center"> TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES VICE CHAIR MARIA PACE</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College presented Maria Pace, Board of Trustees Vice Chair, with an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree during the Commencement Ceremony of Berkeley College on Friday, April 24, 2009, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. </div> <div>  </div> <div> More than 1,200 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online received Baccalaureate or Associate degrees.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “It is my pleasure to bestow this honor on Ms. Pace as her career at Berkeley is so exemplary,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “Maria has inspired generations of students, faculty and staff, and continues to do so as a trustee.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College bestows honorary degrees upon distinguished individuals whose lives and acts reflect the high personal and professional standards and commitment to students that are at the heart of the mission of Berkeley College.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Pace joined the College as an Admissions Representative for the New York City and Westchester Campuses, and went on to become the Director of the Long Island school. During her long and distinguished career with the College, Ms. Pace served as Vice President of Admissions, Senior Vice President, and Executive Vice President.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Pace has guided Berkeley College through significant periods of development that included the establishment of new campuses, the introduction of new degree levels and sustained growth in enrollment. Throughout her tenure she has demonstrated a leadership style characterized by a keen awareness and sensitivity to the needs and aspirations of others. She has inspired in generations of the Berkeley College workforce an exceptional commitment to the College and to the ideals and values that the organization holds dear. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Pace has served on the Berkeley College Board of Trustees since 1990 and now serves as its Vice Chair.</div> <div>   </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Maria%20Pace.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, (left) and Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing (right) present Board of Trustees Vice Chair Maria Pace with an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree during the Commencement Ceremony.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Presents Honorary Degree to Board of Trustees Vice Chair Maria PacePress Release104436Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/11/200920095/11/200920095/11/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 11, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESENTS HONORARY DEGREE </div> <div align="center"> TO MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS CEO MITCHELL B. MODELL</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College presented Mitchell B. Modell, Modell’s Sporting Goods President and CEO, with an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree during the Commencement Ceremony of Berkeley College on Friday, April 24, 2009, at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Mr. Modell also delivered the Commencement Address during the ceremony.</div> <div>  </div> <div> More than 1,200 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online received Baccalaureate or Associate degrees.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Mitchell is especially deserving of this degree,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “In addition to being a leader in the business community, he cares passionately about others and generously gives his time to help make a difference in our world.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College bestows honorary degrees upon members of the community whose leadership, service and values represent the ideals that the College strives to embody in its students.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Modell’s Sporting Goods was founded in lower Manhattan in 1889 by Mr. Modell’s great-grandfather, Morris A. Modell, and four generations of the family have expanded the retailer to include more than 140 stores in 11 states. The company celebrates its 120th year in 2009.</div> <div>  </div> <div> In addition to being actively involved in running the family business, Mr. Modell is the Chairman of the New York City Sports Commission, appointed by the Mayor. </div> <div>  </div> <div> He serves on the Board of Directors of the Police Athletic League, NYC & Company (Conventions & Visitors Bureau), and National Retail Federation. He also serves on the Jay Baker Retail Advisory Board at the Wharton School of Business and is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization, World Presidents’ Organization, Chief Executives Organization, Friars Club, Forum Club, Association for a Better New York, and the Partnership for New York City.</div> <div>   </div> <div> In 2007, Mr. Modell received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, which pays tribute to US citizens of diverse origins who have made great contributions to their community and country. </div> <div>  </div> <div> He is a graduate of Boston University School of Management and currently lives in New Jersey with his wife and three children.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Mitchell%20B.%20Modell.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, presents Modell’s Sporting Goods President and CEO Mitchell B. Modell with an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree during the Commencement Ceremony. Mr. Modell also delivered the Commencement Address.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Presents Honorary Degree to Modell's Sporting Goods CEO Mitchell B. ModellPress Release104434Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/8/200920095/8/200920095/8/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> MORE THAN 1,200 BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS</div> <div align="center"> RECEIVE DIPLOMAS AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY</div> <div>  </div> <div> Pride, joy and graduation caps filled the air at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ, on Friday, April 24, as graduates of the Berkeley College Class of 2009 received their degrees. </div> <div>  </div> <div> More than 1,200 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees during the Commencement Ceremony.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Today is time for celebration,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “The celebration of commitment, of perseverance, of hard work, of sacrifice, of achievements, of promise, and a celebration of dreams to come true. It is above all a time to celebrate our graduates for all that they have done and for all that they will accomplish in the future.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Commencement speaker Mitchell B. Modell, President and CEO of Modell’s Sporting Goods, spoke about the core values of respect and responsiveness shared by Berkeley College and his family business. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Modell commended Berkeley College students for their efforts to make a difference in the global community. He also congratulated students on the recent “2 Make a Net” Fashion Competition and Show that raised funds for malaria prevention in Africa as well as their outreach to senior citizens.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “You’ll feel better if you impact someone’s life,” said Mr. Modell. “Education is striving not only to teach you how to make a living, but to make a life. Taking advantage of it will make you a better person.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Cortes presented Mr. Modell with an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree. He also conferred an honorary Doctor of Pedagogy degree on Berkeley College Board of Trustees Vice Chair Maria Pace, who during her distinguished career as an administrator and trustee guided Berkeley College through significant periods of growth and development.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley gave us the foundation, but what happens from this point on is what will leave a permanent fingerprint on our souls,” said Berkeley College student Aleksandra Kopec, who spoke on behalf of the graduating class. “Your first journey with Berkeley is over, but I hope it’s not your last. Become proud alumni, and remember that Berkeley is here for you.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Commencement.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, distributes diplomas at the Berkeley College Commencement Ceremony, held April 24 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. More than 1,200 students received Baccalaureate and Associate degrees. <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> </div>   000More Than 1,200 Berkeley College Students Receive Diplomas at Commencement CeremonyPress Release104446Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/8/200920095/12/200920095/12/20092009 Berkeley College Elects to Enroll Up to 1,550 Veterans   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2009                 BERKELEY COLLEGE ELECTS TO ENROLL UP TO 1,550              VETERANS;100% TUITION AND FEES COVERED BY COLLEGE AND YELLOW RIBBON PROGRAM<o:p></o:p>   Berkeley College in New Jersey and New York and Berkeley College OnlineTM has elected to participate in the new Yellow Ribbon Program for students receiving educational assistance under the Post-9/11 GI Bill (also known as Chapter 33).   The program allows as many as 1,550 students at Berkeley College to benefit by having 100% of their tuition and fees covered each academic year.<o:p></o:p> “Berkeley is already becoming the college of choice among some students who receive veteran benefits.  We expect that more enlisted service men and women -- as well as veterans -- will be able to take advantage of what Berkeley has to offer through several new programs,” says Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.   “Small class size, and faculty with real-world experience -- both in and outside the classroom -- are advantages especially appreciated by these students who are eager to participate in our learning and teaching community, use their strengths, and continue to build their successful careers.”<o:p></o:p> Commenting on the new opportunities that have become available, Berkeley College Provost Glen Zeitzer, PhD., adds, “The inter-cultural experiences and leadership skills of these veteran military students enrich the learning environment for all of us.  Berkeley is a great place for veterans to obtain the knowledge and experience they need to pursue their career goals and dreams.  They have the personalized support they need to feel comfortable, as well as the services that allow all Berkeley graduates to be successful, through required internships in their chosen fields of interest, and lifetime career services that include a very high graduate placement rate.”<o:p></o:p> Prospective students interested in finding out more can send email to: <a href="mailto:veterans@berkeleycollege.edu">veterans@berkeleycollege.edu</a> and visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/military">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/military</a>.<o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program.  All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> -end-<o:p></o:p>     000Berkeley College Elects to Enroll Up to 1,550 VeteransPress Release104357Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/30/200920094/30/200920094/30/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> Exhibits Paintings <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> by Artist Del Viarengo - <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> ‘Italian Memories – Landscapes of <st1:state><st1:place>Tuscany</st1:place></st1:state>’ <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is exhibiting the artwork of artist Del Viarengo at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street><st1:address>3 East 43rd Street</st1:address></st1:street>. This exhibit will be on display from May 5 through 29.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time> and on Saturday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time>.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, May 13, from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>.    <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Viarengo was born in <st1:place><st1:city>Chick Springs</st1:city>, <st1:state>SC</st1:state></st1:place>, and moved to <st1:place><st1:city>New York</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>, in her teens.  In the 1950s, she received a scholarship to the Fashion Institute of Technology where she found the <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> art scene inspirational.  It led her to studying art history and painting at the Parsons School of Art and Design from where she graduated in 1995.  <o:p> </o:p> The group of paintings – oils, acrylic, and collage - in the <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> exhibit entitled, “Italian Memories – Landscapes of Tuscany,” is part of a larger body of work done over the last two years.  Ms. Viarengo says, “The paintings are based on memories of times spent in the Italian countryside and a cache of letters sent between two Italian immigrants who met and fell in love in <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city> in 1927.  The letters continue through the 1940s and bear witness to a tumultuous relationship ranging from love, promise, and hope, through loss, disillusionment, and eventually, redemption.”  <o:p> </o:p> The artist says she draws inspiration from Goya, Caravaggio, Monet, Anselm Kiefer, Mark Rothko, and Wolf Kahn.  She has taken workshops with Wolf Kahn and Philip Pearlstein at the National Academy of Design and attended the Art Students’ League.  Group shows include <st1:place><st1:placename>Cousen</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Rose</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Gallery</st1:placename></st1:place> in <st1:place>Martha’s Vineyard</st1:place>; Artspace in <st1:city><st1:place>Greenfield</st1:place></st1:city>, and MASSART shows at <st1:place><st1:placename>Greenfield</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Community College</st1:placetype></st1:place> – all in MA.     <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p><img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/DelViarengo.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> <o:p> Photo Caption:  Artwork by Del Viarengo from the exhibit "Italian Memories - Landscapes of Tuscany" at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City.  Exhibit runs May 5 through 29. </o:p>                                                                                  - end -        000Berkeley College Exhibits Paintings by Artist Del Viarengo - 'Italian Memories-Landscapes of Tuscany'Press Release104356Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/30/200920094/30/200920094/30/20092009  <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINE™ EXPANDING </div> <div align="center"> WITH NEW FACILITIES IN CLIFTON </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is pleased to announce that due to its tremendous growth, Berkeley College Online™ will move from the Garret Mountain Campus in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson) to 600 Getty Avenue in Clifton, NJ, for the fall 2009 quarter.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “From humble beginnings with one online course in the fall of 1998 to a program that today boasts more than 1,900 students enrolled in online classes, we are very excited about the growth of Berkeley College Online,” said Berkeley College Online Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein. “The new facility in Clifton will help meet the unique needs of our staff who serve this virtual community.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> Students enrolled in the Berkeley College Online program receive the same faculty attention and substantial support services as Berkeley College students who take traditional on-site classes. In addition, the flexibility and convenience of Berkeley College Online help students balance coursework with family, work and social responsibilities.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Online Campus currently offers 200 class sections and 28 Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs. Fifteen percent of the campus-based students at Berkeley College also are enrolled in online courses. </div> <div>  </div> <div> For more information about Berkeley College Online, visit www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/Online.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>  000Berkeley College Online™ Expanding with New FacilitiesPress Release104355Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/30/200920094/30/200920094/30/20092009<div> Passaic County Freeholder Director Tahesha Way and Assemblywomen Nellie Pou (D-35th), Joan Voss (D-38th) and Elease Evans (D-35th) recently discussed their legislative passions and the unique challenges women face as mothers, wives and professionals before an audience of nearly 150 Berkeley College students and faculty, politicians and community leaders in honor of Women’s History Month. <div> Click on the link below to watch a video of the event: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av-W988_QcE">www.youtube.com/watch</a></div> </div>000Watch Video of Women in Leadership Panel, Hosted by Berkeley CollegePress Releasef4ad5434-cc3d-499f-ba1e-c6495e96d1a80http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av-W988_QcEL104350Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/24/200920094/24/200920094/24/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT ATHLETES DELIVER MORE  THAN 120 TOYS TO ST. JOSEPH’S CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL </div> <img class="" height="150" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Toy%20Drive.jpg" width="200" /> <div>Photo Caption (L to R): Roger Wan and Daniel Alvarez of the Berkeley College New Jersey Men’s Basketball Team; Dominique Edwards and Genevieve Lang of the Berkeley College Women’s Soccer Team; Berkeley College Director of Alumni Relations Robert Wood; and Berkeley College Director of Athletics Brian Maher visit the Pediatrics Unit of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital in Paterson, NJ, to hand deliver toys to more than 60 children. “It was a great moment both for the children and for our athletes,” said Mr. Maher. “It really taught our athletes the meaning of community service and I believe they have a better appreciation for their health and the opportunities available to them as a result of this visit.” In all, more than 120 toys were collected for the Child Life Department of St. Joseph’s. <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Student Athletes Deliver More Than 120 Toys to St. Joseph's Children's HospitalPress Release104329Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/22/200920094/22/200920094/22/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENTS DONATE PROCEEDS FROM CHARITY FASHION SHOW TO MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION <img class="" height="150" alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Charity%20Fashion%20Show.JPG" width="200" /> <div align="left"> <div>Photo Caption: Berkeley College Student Government Association President, Bergen Campus, Michael Gilberti; Vice President of the Berkeley College Fashion Club, Bergen Campus, Julianne Campbell; and President of the Berkeley College Fashion Club, Bergen Campus, Jeannette deRuiter (far right) present a check for $2,000 to Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey representative Bill Epstein (second from right). Student coordinators from the Bergen Campus and more than 30 student volunteers orchestrated the 3rd Annual Charity Fashion Show in support of the Foundation, which grants between 500 and 600 wishes to New Jersey children with life-threatening medical conditions each year. Berkeley College Director of Student Development and Campus Life, Bergen Campus, Alicia Martinez says plans are already in the works for the 2010 Charity Fashion Show.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> <div align="left"> </div> </div> 000Berkeley College Students Donate Proceeds from Charity Fashion Show to Make-A-Wish FoundationPress Release104277Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/16/200920094/16/200920094/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY             Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                    Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs    201-291-1111, Ext. 5122 THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2009                 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention  Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in  New  Jersey  and  New  York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in; text-align: left">              <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ANNOUNCES <st1:stockticker>MAY</st1:stockticker> EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="left" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:place>JERSEY</st1:place> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Bergen</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:street><st1:address>64 East Midland Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Design a Kitchen Workshop:  Participate in a hands-on project where you will experience the process of designing a kitchen. Meet the Berkeley College Interior Design Department Chairman Kevin Byrne, ASID.  Get to know faculty members and successful alumni.  Learn about the many benefits of the Interior Design degree programs. The workshop begins at <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> and the cost is $35, with lunch included.  For more information, call 800-446-5400 or visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Garret</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Mountain</st1:placetype></st1:place> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>44 Rifle Camp Road</st1:street>, <st1:city>Woodland</st1:city></st1:address> Park (formerly <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>):<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2 – 17<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> By special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, the Berkeley College Department of Student Development and Campus Life presents its first spring theatre festival in  Knupple Hall Community Room.  The Tricky Park is a riveting journey though the complexities of Catholicism, desire, and human trespass, performed by Berkeley College Professor Thomas Farrington. Close Encounters of the Personal Kind is a double bill of one-act plays:  The Stronger depicts a public confrontation between two actresses, and The Bear is a rollicking comedy about a young wealthy widow who is determined to mourn her late husband forever.  This production, directed by Professor Farrington, will be performed by a cast consisting entirely of <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> students and alumni.   <o:p> </o:p> The performance schedule is: <o:p> </o:p> May <st1:time hour="14" minute="0">2              2:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3              2:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May <st1:time hour="16" minute="0">4              7:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May <st1:time hour="17" minute="0">5              7:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6              7:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7              7:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May <st1:time hour="21" minute="0">9              2:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May <st1:time hour="22" minute="0">10            2:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May <st1:time hour="23" minute="0">11            7:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12            7:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May 13            <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May 14            <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May 16            <st1:time hour="13" minute="0">1:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part May 16            <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind May 17            <st1:time hour="13" minute="0">1:00 pm</st1:time>                        The Tricky Part<o:p></o:p> May 17            <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time>                        Close Encounters of the Personal Kind<o:p></o:p> <o:p> <o:p> </o:p></o:p> Tickets are $10 per performance and $15 for doubleheader performances on May 16 and 17 (the closing weekend).  Proceeds go to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).  For further information, visit <a href="http://www.berkeley.college.edu/">www.Berkeley.College.edu</a>.  For reservations or other questions, e-mail Professor Farrington at <a href="mailto:tf@BerkeleyCollege.edu">tf@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.              May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Middlesex Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>430 Rahway Avenue</st1:street>, <st1:city>Woodbridge</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p><o:p><o:p> </o:p></o:p></o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>536 Broad Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>Newark</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <o:p> </o:p> <o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><o:p><st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker>YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Midtown Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> May 5 – 29<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is exhibiting the work of artist Del Viarengo at the Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby 3 East 43rd Street.  Ms. Viarengo’s exhibit of oils, acrylic, and collage - Italian Memories–Landscapes of <st1:state><st1:place>Tuscany</st1:place></st1:state> - is based on memories of time spent in the Italian countryside and a cache of letters sent between two Italian immigrants.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time> and on Saturday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time>.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, May 13 from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber @ <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Lower</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:address><st1:street>130 William Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 13<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place>Westchester</st1:place> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>99 Church Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>White Plains</st1:city></st1:address>:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> May 2  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> May 13  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>       000Berkeley College Announces May EventsPress Release104275Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse4/16/200920094/16/200920094/16/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2009  BERKELEY COLLEGE GIVES SOCCER FANS OPPORTUNITY  TO GET UP CLOSE WITH NEW YORK RED BULLS <div align="left"> NEWARK — A college president who can “Bend it like Beckham”? </div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> It may be hard to imagine, but it’s true, said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, who joined members of the New York Red Bulls soccer club for a meet-and-greet panel attended by nearly 100 students and prospective students, including the Berkeley College New Jersey men’s and women’s soccer teams and high school Goodwill Ambassadors.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Dr. Cortes, an All-Queens and All-NYC soccer player for Long Island City High School as well as a varsity soccer player for Queens College, emphasized the pairing of athletics and education. He added that he still can be found on the field today.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “When I was a child, we’d play in the street with anything that was round — or square for that matter,” joked Dr. Cortes, a native of Colombia who grew up in Argentina and Queens, NY.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Red Bulls midfielders Danleigh Borman, Matthew Mbuta and Nick Zimmerman, forward Dominic Oduro and Managing Director Erik Stover also shared advice about being a winner in life as well as in soccer.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Following a question-and-answer session, the players were available to talk with the attendees, pose for photographs and sign autographs in the campus Student Center.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “Winners, first of all, are prepared to win,” said Stan Holland, Berkeley College campus operating officer for the Newark Campus, upon introducing the players. “They think like winners, act like winners and most importantly, they look like winners. And it’s not always about soccer.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Mr. Zimmerman, a native of Florida, attended James Madison University in Virginia before he was drafted. </div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “I had to do my homework before I played soccer,” he said. “I’m currently finishing up my degree online. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do it.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “Stay in school,” added Mr. Oduro, who transferred from the University of Ghana to Virginia Commonwealth University in 2004. “It will really help you out.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Mr. Stover, who joined the Red Bulls organization last year, noted that like Berkeley College, the soccer club is “a true melting pot.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “We have an international team,” said Mr. Stover, adding that players hail from Central and South America as well as the United States. “We want to not only be the best team we can be, but be representative of the region where we play.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> A $200 million Red Bulls stadium, Red Bull Arena, is currently under construction in Harrison, paid for without taxpayer subsidies, said Mr. Stover. Completion is slated for December, and the stadium should open in 2010 with the start of the new season.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “We want to give people an opportunity to see what we believe is world-class soccer,” sad Mr. Stover. “We’re keeping things priced moderately. We hope to elevate this sport in our club and in this country as a whole.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> Mr. Stover said the Red Bulls value community outreach, hosting regional development academies, soccer programs in local schools, and summer camps at area colleges.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> The managing director added that he values the relationship Berkeley College has developed with the Red Bulls.</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “We hope that this is the start of a very long partnership,” Mr. Stover said. “I think we have a lot of goals in common.”</div> <div align="left">  </div> <div align="left"> “We’d like you to continue to be part of Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. “This is the place to be. We have a tremendous legacy of preparing the future citizens of this world, and for that matter, the future soccer citizens of this world.” <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/RedBullsCortes.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, talks about his own experiences as an avid soccer player as New York Red Bulls midfielders (left to right) Matthew Mbuta, Danleigh Borman and Nick Zimmerman look on. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/RedBullsStover.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): New York Red Bulls Managing Director Erik Stover talks with Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD; Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations Lily Sidorovich; and Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland at a meet-and-greet event hosted by the College. <img alt="" height="129" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/RedBullsAutographs.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: New York Red Bulls Midfielder Nick Zimmerman signs T-shirts for members of the Berkeley College New Jersey women’s soccer team at a meet-and-greet event hosted by the College. - end - </div>   000Berkeley College Gives Soccer Fans Opportunity to Get Up Close with New York Red BullsPress Release104240Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/10/200920094/10/200920094/10/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS ROSS MILLER SENIOR DIRECTOR OF ASSESSMENT</div> <div> </div> <div>President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is pleased to announce that Ross Miller, EdD, has joined Berkeley College as Senior Director of Assessment. Dr. Miller comes to the College following nine years at the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) where he was Senior Director of Assessment for Learning in the Office of Education and Quality Initiatives.</div> <div> </div> <div>“With his extensive background in formative, performance and portfolio assessment, I am confident that Dr. Miller will be a great asset to Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. “His past work as an educator and administrator has proven Dr. Miller is strongly committed to academic excellence — a value that is shared by all members of the faculty and staff at Berkeley College.”</div> <div> </div> <div>While at AAC&U, Dr. Miller worked with planning and implementation of the Greater Expectations and LEAP Initiatives — national projects to raise achievement for all undergraduate students. He also helped reshape the content and processes of the AAC&U Institute on General Education. The Institute offers a coherent curriculum that advances participants’ knowledge and skills in the processes and strategies of general education reform, learning centered innovations in undergraduate education, and assessment.   </div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Miller served the Institute both as an AAC&U staff member and as an Institute consultant. He has authored, co-authored and contributed to several AAC&U publications related to general education, assessment planning and improving student learning of liberal education outcomes. </div> <div> </div> <div>Prior to his AAC&U work, Dr. Miller was a tenured Associate Professor of music education at Nazareth College of Rochester, NY. As Assessment Coordinator for Nazareth College, he was responsible for evaluation of the College’s general education program. He has served as a question writer in the arts for the National Assessment of Educational Progress and worked on a NYSSMA team developing a high school outcomes test in the arts for the New York State Education Department.  </div> <div>  </div> <div>Dr. Miller holds a Bachelor’s in Music and a Master’s in Music in trumpet performance from the University of Michigan and a Doctorate of Education in Music from the University of Illinois. </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img class="" height="188" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/2009_photos/RossMiller.jpg" width="200" /> <div> </div> <div> Photo Caption: Ross Miller, EdD, has been appointed Senior Director of Assessment at Berkeley College.  </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Ross Miller Senior Director of AssessmentPress Release104217Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/6/200920094/6/200920094/6/20092009     <div> <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div>  Berkeley College, local leaders mark  Women’s History Month with messages of empowerment <div> WOODLAND PARK — “You can do it all.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> Those were the words offered to female students by Passaic County Freeholder Director Tahesha Way and number of other professional women at a leadership panel hosted by Berkeley College in honor of Women’s History Month.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Way and Assemblywomen Nellie Pou (D-35th), Joan Voss (D-38th) and Elease Evans (D-35th) discussed their legislative passions and the unique challenges women face as mothers, wives and professionals before an audience of nearly 150 Berkeley College students and faculty, politicians and community leaders. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “These professionals are fantastic role models, not just for our young women, but for all the students at Berkeley College,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda, event moderator. “The many successes of our panelists prove that there is no limit to what strong, educated women can do for their communities and the world.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Duda herself was named one of New Jersey’s Best 50 Women in Business by NJBIZ, a New Jersey business news publication, and also has been honored as Garden State Woman of the Year by the Garden State Woman Education Foundation.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “We need to take more control in government,” Assemblywoman Voss told the women in the audience, noting that only 36 of the 120 members of the New Jersey Legislature are female. “Thirty-six is still not enough.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> She added that it is disheartening that the United States has never elected a woman president, while other countries where women have been oppressed for years have already done so. The panelists said it was encouraging, though, when 14 new female senators and assemblywomen entered the New Jersey Legislature in 2008.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “It’s important that as women we have our say,” said Assemblywoman Pou, the first woman and first Hispanic to represent the 35th District. “We represent needs that are important to us — what is important to our children, our grandchildren.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> The women cited their passions for caregiver support, autism awareness and domestic violence aid, among other topics. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Assemblywoman Evans spoke about her support for A-3160, a bill that would provide a safe haven from prosecution for minors who summon medical assistance for intoxicated friends. Assemblywoman Pou is seeking support to deter high school dropouts by raising the legal age at which teens are allowed to leave school from 16 to 18.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  “We have the chance to touch a lot of lives,” said Assemblywoman Evans, a former social worker.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Maria Benitez, a Berkeley College student who is active in campus government, questioned the panel about the challenges they have faced as women. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Way, an attorney, recalled being mistaken for a paralegal in court; Assemblywoman Voss said she was told as a college student, “We don’t give this scholarship to girls.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> “You just have to be tenacious,” said Assemblywoman Voss. “You just have to put your head down and say ‘I’m going to do this.’ Women have a very hard road to hoe.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Assemblywoman Voss, a former teacher and Fort Lee councilwoman, added that her message was for all women, not only college students.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “I encourage women to never say, ‘I’m too old to run for government,’ or ‘I’m too old to go back to school,’ ” said the assemblywoman, who began working on her doctorate when she was nearly 50 years old. “It’s never too late to do anything you want to do.” <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/PanelGroup.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption (L to R): Passaic County Freeholder Director Tahesha Way; NJ Assemblywoman Joan Voss (D-38th); Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda; NJ Assemblywoman Nellie Pou (D-35th); and Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing at a Women’s Leadership Panel hosted by Berkeley College in honor of Women’s History Month. NJ Assemblywoman Elease Evans (D-35th) (not pictured) also participated in the event. <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/PouStudents.jpg" width="200" /> <div align="left"> Photo Caption: NJ Assemblywoman Nellie Pou (D-35th) meets Berkeley College students after a Women’s Leadership Panel hosted by the College in honor of Women’s History Month. <div align="center"> - end -</div> </div> <div>  </div> </div> </div>   000Berkeley College, Local Leaders Mark Women's History Month with Messages of EmpowermentPress Release104216Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/6/200920094/6/200920094/6/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES COMMUNITY AWARD </div> <div align="center"> FROM AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON DIVERSITY</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Central Jersey Chapter of the American Conference on Diversity awarded Berkeley College its 2009 Community Service Award at the Business and Youth Dinner on Thursday, March 19, at the Woodbridge Hotel and Conference Center in Iselin.</div> <div>  </div> <div> College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, and Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing accepted the award for the College.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “As a college that values diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community both within our campuses and in society at-large, I am proud to receive this award on behalf of Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. “We are all charged with the responsibility of becoming global citizens, but it is not until we promote mutual respect and understanding among all people that we can truly define ourselves as such.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> “On behalf of the 2009 Humanitarian of the Year nominating committee and members of the Central Jersey Chapter Board of Directors, I want to extend our congratulations and appreciation for the outstanding work of Berkeley College in serving the overall best interests of our community,” said Dinner Co-Chairs Robert Durso and Carol Hila, and American Conference on Diversity Chapter Chair Bernadette Sohler, in a statement.</div> <div>  </div> <div> This past year was a very active one for Berkeley College in terms of community service. The Hyacinth AIDS Foundation, the American Cancer Society, Habitat for Humanity and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation — to cite a few — were among the many organizations supported by the College. Blood drives were held to sustain the Community Blood Center of New Jersey, and food and toy drives supported community members in need during difficult economic times.</div> <div>  </div> <div> In May Berkeley students, staff and family joined together to support the American Conference on Diversity’s youth programs by raising funds and taking part in the organization’s Diversity Stride Walk. The College is already making plans to repeat this effort in 2009.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The American Conference on Diversity, which follows Mahatma Gandhi’s credo that we should be the change we wish to see in the world, is dedicated to valuing diversity, educating and empowering leaders, and promoting inclusion and respect in local communities.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College was a Silver Sponsor for the Business and Youth Dinner, which supports educational efforts by the American Conference on Diversity, including youth forums, workplace diversity programs, and Lead for Diversity, the Diversity Youth Leadership Institute’s flagship program in New Jersey high schools. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="185" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/CommunityAward.JPG" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin L. Luing receives the Community Award from American Conference on Diversity Dinner Co-Chair Carol Hila on behalf of the College.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> </div>   000Berkeley College Receives Community Award From American Conference on DiversityPress Release104164Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/26/200920093/27/200920093/27/20092009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2009 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122<a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu"> igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p><o:p> </o:p>   <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> Exhibits Paintings <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> by Artist Kathleen Migliore-Newton <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is exhibiting the artwork of <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> artist Kathleen Migliore-Newton, at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street><st1:address>3 East 43rd Street</st1:address></st1:street>. This exhibit will be on display from April 1 through 30.  It is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time> and on Saturday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time>.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, April 8, from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>.    <o:p> </o:p> Now living in <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city>, Ms. Migliore-Newton was born in <st1:place><st1:city>Monroe</st1:city>, <st1:state>MI</st1:state></st1:place>, and studied at the Art Institute of Chicago.  She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn and a Master’s degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)  from Adelphi University, Garden City, NY.  <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Migliore-Newton enjoys painting figures in the urban landscape, and says she believes strongly that subject matter in art is the force that drives style.  Her canvases are people characters, both real and of her own invention.  The paintings are juxtaposed like collage, and there is an implied libretto.  They often have a layer of private meaning, and provide an invitation to the viewer’s imagination.     <o:p> </o:p> “Living in <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city>, I am a witness to the arrival of immigrants, and the human  panorama of people of diverse cultures going about their daily lives,” she said. (With my work)  I have tried to dream their lives.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Migliore-Newton has had numerous exhibitions of her paintings, including these in <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state>:  Sonya Group Exhibit, <st1:place>Brooklyn</st1:place>; Hudson Opera House, Hudson; The Painting Center, New York City; the <st1:place><st1:placename>Pelham</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Art</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Center</st1:placename></st1:place>, Pelham; and La MaMa La Galleria, <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city>.   <o:p> </o:p> To view images of Ms. Migliore-Newton’s work, visit <a href="http://www.urbanpaintings.com/">www.urbanpaintings.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or call 212-252-2065. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="272" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Moment.jpg" width="200" /></o:p> Photo Caption:   “Moment” by artist Kathleen Migliore-Newton, one of many paintings on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City, from April 1 through 30.                                                                          - end - 000Berkeley College Exhibits Paintings by Artist Kathleen Migliore-NewtonPress Release104128Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/19/200920093/20/200920093/20/20092009  <img class="" alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> GLEN ZEITZER APPOINTED PROVOST</div> <div align="center">OF BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>          </div> <div>Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, has announced the appointment of Glen Zeitzer, PhD, as Provost of Berkeley College. Dr. Zeitzer currently serves as Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, New York, and will assume his new position on April 1. </div> <div> </div> <div>“Those of us who have had the opportunity to work with Glen admire and respect his commitment to academic excellence,” says Dr. Cortes. “Berkeley has made considerable advances under his leadership, and I am confident that he will be equally effective in the years ahead as he positions Berkeley to achieve the academic and student development goals emerging from our strategic planning process.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Zeitzer served as President of the New York City Campus from 1990 through 1994, when he led the College through a rigorous initial accreditation process. In 2000 and 2001, he served as Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, New Jersey campuses, where he played a major role in securing state approval for the College’s first baccalaureate degree, the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He has served in his current position since 2006. </div> <div> </div> <div>Dr. Zeitzer earned degrees in European and American History from the University of Cincinnati, New York University, and Bryn Mawr College. He has served at a variety of institutions of higher education including Adelphi University, The French Culinary Institute, and the New England Institute of Technology. </div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College OnlineTM and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s Web site address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div>                                                                                                <img height="300" width="200" class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/DrZeitzer.Jpg" /> Photo Caption: Glen Zeitzer, PhD, has been appointed as Provost of Berkeley College.                                                                                                        - end -  000Berkeley College Appoints New ProvostPress Release104124Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/18/200920093/18/200920093/18/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE WELCOMES MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS</div> <div align="center"> CEO MITCHELL B. MODELL AS 2009 COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is pleased to announce that Modell’s Sporting Goods CEO Mitchell B. Modell will deliver the Commencement Address during the Berkeley College 2009 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 24, 2009, at the Izod Center, 50 Route 120 in East Rutherford. Commencement exercises will begin at 9 a.m.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Approximately 1,300 students from Berkeley College New Jersey, New York, and Online campuses will receive Bachelor’s or Associate’s degrees.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Mr. Modell epitomizes how a strong work ethic, family values, and dedication to the community at-large can lead to personal and professional accomplishment,” said Dr. Cortes. “Berkeley College is delighted that Mr. Modell will impart his wisdom to our graduates as they continue their own journeys toward success.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Modell’s Sporting Goods was founded in lower Manhattan in 1889 by Mr. Modell’s great-grandfather, Morris A. Modell, and four generations of the family have expanded the retailer to include more than 140 stores in 11 states. The company celebrates its 120th year in 2009.</div> <div>  </div> <div> In addition to being actively involved in running the family business, Mr. Modell is the Chairman of the New York City Sports Commission, appointed by the Mayor. </div> <div>  </div> <div> He serves on the Board of Directors of the Police Athletic League, NYC & Company (Conventions & Visitors Bureau), and National Retail Federation. He also serves on the Jay Baker Retail Advisory Board at the Wharton School of Business, and is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization, World Presidents’ Organization, Chief Executives Organization, Friars Club, Forum Club, Association for a Better New York, and the Partnership for New York City.</div> <div>  </div> <div> In 2007, Mr. Modell received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, which pays tribute to US citizens of diverse origins who have made great contributions to their community and country. </div> <div>  </div> <div> He is a graduate of Boston University School of Management and currently lives in New Jersey with his wife and three children.</div> <div align="center"> <div align="center">  </div> </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img alt="" height="202" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/MitchellModell.jpg" width="200" /> <div> Photo Caption: CEO of Modell’s Sporting Goods Mitchell B. Modell will deliver the Commencement Address during the Berkeley College 2009 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 24, 2009. </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Welcomes Modell's Sporting Goods CEO Mitchell B. Modell as Commencement SpeakerPress Release104121Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/13/200920093/13/200920093/13/20092009<h6>  </h6> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY               Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS,                       Director of Media Relations<o:p></o:p> CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs      201-291-1111, ext. 5122<o:p></o:p> <st1:date day="13" month="3" year="2009">FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2009</st1:date>                        igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> and <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state>. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h2 align="left" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in; text-align: left">              <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ANNOUNCES APRIL EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at The Radisson <st1:place>Martinique</st1:place>, <st1:address><st1:street>49 West 32nd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:address>: <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 17<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host Career Day at The Radisson Martinique, <st1:address><st1:street>49 West 32nd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:address>, from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="13" minute="0">1:00 pm</st1:time>.  This event is for <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> students and alumni to meet representatives from a variety of companies with diverse hiring needs.  Attendees can learn about potential employers and take advantage of new networking opportunities.  All in attendance receive company profiles to help them begin their career searches.  Library staff is available to help students and alumni search for more information about a company or to provide assistance in completing job applications. Students are required to attend a pre-session to learn tips about navigating the event and gain a realistic understanding of what to expect. For more information, contact Barbara DeLellis, Director, Business Development, <a href="mailto:brd@berkeleycollege.edu">brd@berkeleycollege.edu</a>., or call Career Services at 212-986-3470 or 973-278-5400.                                            <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES </o:p>     The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Bergen</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:street><st1:address>64 East Midland Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 25  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host Parent Day from <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time>.  The event invites parents or guardians and their students to learn more about <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.   Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  Career Services will share information about making students more marketable in a competitive economy.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Garret</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Mountain</st1:placetype></st1:place> Campus,  <st1:address><st1:street>44 Rifle Camp Road, West</st1:street> <st1:city>Paterson</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Middlesex Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>430 Rahway Avenue</st1:street>, <st1:city>Woodbridge</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> April 25  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host Parent Day from <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time>.  The event invites  parents or guardians and their students to learn more about <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.   Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  Career Services will share information about making students more marketable in a competitive economy.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>536 Broad Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>Newark</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker>YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Midtown Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 4  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host Parent Day from <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time>.  The event invites  parents or guardians and their students to learn more about <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.   Current students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  Career Services will share information about making students more marketable in a competitive economy.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Lower</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:address><st1:street>130 William Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place>Westchester</st1:place> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>99 Church Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>White Plains</st1:city></st1:address>:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 4  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host Parent Day from <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time>.  The event invites  parents or guardians and their students to learn more about <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> and gives future students and their families the opportunity to meet other future students.   Current  students will be on hand to share their experiences.  Representatives of student support departments will discuss clubs, organizations, and student support services.  Career Services will share information about making students more marketable in a competitive economy.  How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> April 16 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   000Berkeley College Announces April EventsPress Release103861Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/9/200920093/10/200920093/10/20092009Berkeley College to be Inducted into the Business Council of Westchester Business Hall of Fame <img class="" alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE BUSINESS COUNCIL OF  WESTCHESTER BUSINESS HALL OF FAME</div> <div> </div> <div>Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, Westchester Campus, Cynthia Rubino is pleased to announce that Berkeley College and the Luing family have been recognized by the Business Council of Westchester as Family Business of the Year for 2009. The Family Business Success Award is given to a business that demonstrates positive results by combining a winning business strategy with a strong family work ethic.  </div> <div> “The Luing family has created and cultivated an educational institution that has evolved and kept abreast with the changing needs of the economy and the community for over 45 years. The Luing family legacy is that year after year, Berkeley graduates become successful career professionals who make a difference in the community,” said Ms. Rubino. The College now joins the long list of prestigious companies to be inducted into the Westchester County Business Hall of Fame. The four other companies to receive awards this year are: New York Life Insurance Company; Hospitality Resource Group, Inc.; The Dorf Law Firm LLP; and Collins Brothers Moving Corporation. The induction ceremony will take place on April 22 at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, NY.  The Business Council of Westchester established the Westchester County Business Hall of Fame in 2002 to reward the achievements of the county’s most successful, community-minded businesses. </div> <div> Since opening a campus in Westchester in 1945, Berkeley College has established not only a strong commitment to its growing student body but also a vision to keep pace with a changing climate. “Our Westchester Campus has graduated individuals who have contributed to a vibrant regional economy,” said Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy. “Today in Westchester Berkeley College employs 75 associates, instructs more than 700 students, provides on-campus housing for 215, and has placed more than 100 interns in meaningful positions supporting business throughout the County.” </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div>                                                                              - end -</div>   000Berkeley College to be Inducted into the Business Council of Westchester Business Hall of FamePress Release103440Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/4/200920093/4/200920093/4/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS LILY SIDOROVICH SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT  OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS</div> <div> </div> <div>President Dario A. Cortes, PhD, is pleased to announce that Berkeley College has established an Office of Institutional Advancement and External Relations, and he has appointed Lily Sidorovich as Senior Vice President to oversee these vital areas for the College.</div> <div> </div> <div>“The purpose of the creation of the Office of Institutional Advancement and External Relations is to strategically unite functional areas that are responsible for various aspects of alumni relations and external, corporate and governmental relations for Berkeley College,” said Dr. Cortes. “Ms. Sidorovich brings the ability to work with both our internal and external constituents to raise the level of awareness of Berkeley College as a premier career focused institution of higher learning,” he added.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Sidorovich is a business executive with 28 years of experience in marketing, brand imaging, product development and manufacturing. She most recently was President of All American Apparel where she oversaw the launch of the Army Brand sportswear collection, a ground-breaking collaboration between a fashion garment manufacturing company and the US government. Prior to that position she was the owner of Mobile Eight Apparel Corporation, a company she co-founded in 1994. </div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Sidorovich currently serves on the Fathers Day/Mothers Day Councils of NYC and is a member of Fashion Group International, Inc. She also served on the Berkeley College Board of Trustees from 1991 to 2009. An avid marathoner, Ms. Sidorovich was a leading fund raiser for the NY Road Runners Club Team for Kids, a charitable foundation serving inner-city youth.</div> <div> </div> <div>Ms. Sidorovich was featured in “The Women of Menswear” in the Daily News Record, and received the YWCA-NYC Women Achievers Award in 2003.  She also was the recipient of the Berkeley College Alumna of the Year Award in 1991.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img class="" height="225" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Lily%20Sidorovich.jpg" width="150" /> <div> <div>Photo Caption: Lily Sidorovich has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External Relations at Berkeley College. </div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Appoints Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement and External RelationsPress Release103434Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/3/200920093/3/200920093/3/20092009 <img class="" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">United Nations Club of Berkeley College Continues </div> <div align="center">Fight against Malaria with ‘Design to Save Lives’ Event</div> <div> </div> <div>The United Nations Club of Berkeley College will continue its efforts to wipe out malaria in Africa by hosting the “Design to Save Lives” Fashion Competition and Show at The Marquee Club in Manhattan on April 15, 2009. The event will bring students and VIPs together to celebrate fashion, auction off the creations, and enjoy a reception and party, all with one design in mind – saving lives.</div> <div> </div> <div>Though malaria has been eradicated in most of the developed world, every 30 seconds a child in Sub-Saharan Africa is killed by this devastating disease.  But a simple mosquito net can protect these children from the deadly bite of a malarial mosquito.</div> <div> </div> <div>The event is part of the “2 Make a Net” campaign at Berkeley College, a student-led anti-malaria movement that has included malaria information booths on campus, malaria quizzes with prizes, and in-class presentations and faculty discussions about the disease. “Design to Save Lives” will support Malaria No More, a non-profit organization working to end malaria deaths in Africa – where 90% of malaria deaths occur – by providing necessary tools like mosquito nets. Students hope to raise enough funds to purchase 5,000 mosquito nets to help win the war against malaria.</div> <div> </div> <div>“We are inspired by the enthusiasm and commitment of these international students to make a difference in the lives of others,” said Berkeley College President Dario Cortes, PhD. </div> <div> </div> <div>The United Nations Club of Berkeley College former president Iva Iordanova knows that the vision and dedication of a few can bring much greater results through networking and sincere dialogue. “Our campaign started as an effort to raise awareness in our local communities, particularly in our class rooms and student lounges," she said. "Students did care about the issue of Malaria in Sub-Sahara Africa, but did not have enough information, so we partnered with Malaria No More and decided to raise awareness and funds for mosquito nets. Berkeley College expressed its support by becoming the Gold Sponsor for the Club's campaign.”</div> <div> </div> <div>“Fighting malaria is an uphill battle,” said Malaria No More’s John Logsdon. “We need energy, creativity and commitment to make real progress against the disease. The students at Berkeley College are combining these three components in an evening of fun, fashion and philanthropy.”</div> <div> </div> <div>Student and other designers have been invited to submit plans for a couture evening dress inspired by the culture of Africa. The designs are to be produced and showcased at the exclusive Fashion Show at The Marquee Club in New York City on April 15 from 6:00 to 10 pm. </div> <div> </div> <div>To find out more about how you can help support this event, please contact Kevin Hill at 212-986-4343 Ext. 3103 or Cyndy Rubino at Ext. 3101. You can also find out more by visiting <a href="http://www.unclubberkeley.com/">www.unclubberkeley.com</a> and <a href="http://www.malarianomore.org/">www.MalariaNoMore.org</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div>A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <img class="" height="146" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/DesignToSaveLives.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption (L to R): United Nations Club of Berkeley College member Christine Nurse; Club President Ariam Sahle; and “Design to Save Lives” Project Manager Carol Auquilla display some of the designs of Africa-inspired couture evening dresses that will be produced and showcased at an exclusive Fashion Show and Auction on April 15. Funds will go toward the students’ goal of purchasing 5,000 mosquito nets to help win the war against malaria in Sub-Saharan Africa. <img class="" height="133" alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/2MakeaNet.jpg" width="200" /> <div align="center">(Courtesy of ©MHallahan/Sumitomo Chemical - Olyset® Net)</div> <div> </div> <div>Photo Caption: Every 30 seconds, a child in Sub-Saharan Africa is killed by malaria. The United Nations Club of Berkeley College hopes to eradicate this devastating disease by providing necessary tools, like mosquito nets, through the “2 Make a Net” campaign.</div> <div> </div> <div align="center">- end -</div>   000UN Club of Berkeley College Continues Fight against Malaria with 'Design to Save Lives' EventPress Release103337Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/24/200920092/24/200920092/24/20092009   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2009 Contact: Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu              <o:p> </o:p> <st1:placename><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:placename> Celebrates the Art of Linda Butti <o:p></o:p> at the Berkeley Midtown Campus Gallery <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:placename><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:placename> is exhibiting “Paintings from a <st1:street><st1:address>Private Place</st1:address></st1:street>,” the work of artist Linda Butti.  Her paintings will be on display at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street>3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, from March 3 through 31.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:street>9:00 am</st1:street> to <st1:street>7:00 pm</st1:street> and from <st1:street>9:00 am</st1:street> to <st1:street>3:00 pm</st1:street> on Saturday. An artist’s reception for Ms. Butti will be held on Wednesday, March 11 from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>. <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Butti is a New York-based artist whose work has been shown in many solo exhibitions, including the Elaine Benson Gallery, Bridgehampton, NY; Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Staten Island, NY; SUNY Institute of Technology, Utica, NY;  Whitehall Gallery, New York, NY; and St. John’s University, New York, NY.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In addition, her artwork is included in numerous public and private collections, including those of NBC Studios, Mitsubishi Capital, the Duran Group, and the Chief Medical Examiner Offices – all in <st1:place><st1:city>New York</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>.    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Butti, who received her <st1:stockticker><st1:street>MFA</st1:street></st1:stockticker> in 1975 from <st1:street><st1:street>Brooklyn</st1:street> <st1:street>College</st1:street></st1:street>, CUNY, also works in digital media as well as mixed media and oil paint.   The recipient of numerous art awards, as well as seven New York State Council on the Arts grants, she also was elected Woman of the Year by the National Organization of Italian-American Women (1992) and is included in Who’s Who of American Women and Who’s Who of American Art.  <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> To view images of Ms. Butti’s work, visit <a href="http://www.lindabutti.com/">www.lindabutti.com</a>.  For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu or 212-252-2065.    <img alt="" height="267" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/lindabutti.jpg" width="200" /> <o:p> </o:p>     <o:p><o:p></o:p></o:p><o:p> </o:p> Photo Caption:  Artwork from Linda Butti’s “Paintings from a <st1:street><st1:address>Private Place</st1:address></st1:street>,” on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street><st1:city>3 East 43rd Street</st1:city>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:street>, from March 3 through 31. <o:p> </o:p> - end -     000Berkeley College Celebrates the Art of Linda Butti at the Berkeley Midtown Campus GalleryPress Release103280Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/18/200920092/18/200920092/18/20092009   <img alt="" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Berkeley_Logo287.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ALUMNI TO SHARE</div> <div align="center"> SECRETS OF CAREER SUCCESS AT PARAMUS CAMPUS</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Stressed by the flailing economy, professionals can learn how to achieve a more successful career when the experienced alumni of Berkeley College assemble for “Get the Inside Track,” a free symposium to be held on Wednesday, March 11 at 6 p.m.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The panel guests, who received degrees from the College in various areas of Business, will share their experiences and knowledge; reveal how to get an edge in growing fields; and discuss how education can foster career change and advancement.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Among other topics, Berkeley College alumni will discuss:</div> <div>  </div> <div> - Why a quality education matters</div> <div> - How to thrive in your profession in these difficult economic times</div> <div> - Where opportunities are emerging in business fields</div> <div> - When and how to change professions</div> <div>  </div> <div> The symposium will be held at the Paramus Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue. For more information, call 1-800-446-5400.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 78 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Alumni to Share Secrets of Career Success at Paramus CampusPress Release103305Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/13/200920092/19/200920092/19/20092009<h6>  </h6> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY               Contact: Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS,                       Director of Media Relations<o:p></o:p> CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs      201-291-1111, ext. 5122<o:p></o:p> <st1:date day="13" month="2" year="2009">FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2009</st1:date>                  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Attention Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> and <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state>. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h2 style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:place><st1:placename>          BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ANNOUNCES MARCH EVENTS<o:p></o:p></h2> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/Meadowlands, <o:p></o:p> <st1:street><st1:address>650 Terrace Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Hasbrouck</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Heights</st1:placetype></st1:place>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Berkeley College Interior Design Department’s Fourth Annual Biddy Ball Awards Dinner will take place at the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/Meadowlands, <st1:street><st1:address>650 Terrace Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Hasbrouck</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Heights</st1:placetype></st1:place>, from <st1:time hour="20" minute="0">8:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="0" minute="0">12:00 am</st1:time> (cocktail hour from <st1:time hour="20" minute="0">8:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="21" minute="0">9:00 pm</st1:time>). The event features interior design networking, live entertainment, Master Research and Achievement Awards, dinner, dancing, and exhibits.  Tickets are $40 for students and alumni, and $50 for guests.  The attire is semi-formal, with red accessories suggested.  For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Norris Cannon at <a href="mailto:ncc@berkeleycollege.edu">ncc@berkeleycollege.edu</a> or 917-834-0176. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following event will take place at The Venetian, <st1:address><st1:street>546 River Drive</st1:street>, <st1:city>Garfield</st1:city></st1:address>: <o:p> </o:p> March 18<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Third Annual Fashion Show, produced by the Berkeley College Fashion Club at <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, will take place at The Venetian, <st1:address><st1:street>546 River Drive</st1:street>, <st1:city>Garfield</st1:city></st1:address>, from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 – 10:00 pm</st1:time>.  Fashion Marketing and Management students will model jewelry from the Diamond Exchange, contemporary apparel from WHO.A.U., furs from Steven Corn Furs, and stylish business attire from Syms.  Tickets are $35 for students and $45 for guests. Proceeds will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey.  The attire is semi-formal, and there will be a raffle and cash bar.  For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Alicia <st1:city><st1:place>Martinez</st1:place></st1:city>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Paramus Campus, Director of Student Development and Campus Life, at 201-967-9667, ext. 1736, or <a href="mailto:aam@berkeleycollege.edu">aam@berkeleycollege.edu</a>. .  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker>                                          NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:place>JERSEY</st1:place> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Bergen</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:street><st1:address>64 East Midland Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Garret</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Mountain</st1:placetype></st1:place> Campus,  <o:p></o:p> <st1:address><st1:street>44 Rifle Camp Road, West</st1:street> <st1:city>Paterson</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Middlesex Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>430 Rahway Avenue</st1:street>, <st1:city>Woodbridge</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>536 Broad Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>Newark</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker>YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Midtown Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 3-31<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College is exhibiting “Paintings from a Private Place,” the work of artist Linda Butti at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Ms. Butti’s work has been shown in solo exhibitions that include the Elaine Benson Gallery in Bridgehampton, NY; Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Staten Island, NY; SUNY Institute of Technology, Utica, NY; and St. John’s University, New York, NY.   Her artwork is included in numerous public and private collections, including NBC Studios, <st1:place><st1:placename>Brenau</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Mitsubishi Capital, and the Chief Medical Examiner Offices of the city of <st1:city><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:city>.  In addition, she has been included in over 100juried group shows in venues as diverse as the Brooklyn Museum, Korea Invitational Exhibit, the <st1:place><st1:placename>Canajoharie</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Art Museum</st1:placetype></st1:place> and Library, and the National Arts Club in <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city>.   Visitors are invited to view this exhibit, which is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time> and from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time> on Saturday.  An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, March 11, from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>.  For more information, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Robert Keiber at <a href="mailto:RJK@BerkeleyCollege.edu">RJK@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or 212-252-2065. <o:p> </o:p> March 7 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Lower</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:address><st1:street>130 William Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place>Westchester</st1:place> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>99 Church Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>White Plains</st1:city></st1:address>:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 7<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> March 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> 000Berkeley College Announces March EventsPress Release103231Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/6/200920092/11/200920092/11/20092009      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                     Contact:  Ilene Greenfield <o:p>FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2009                    Director of Media Relations</o:p> <h2 style="margin: 0in -0.25in 0pt 0in; tab-stops: 135.0pt"><o:p></o:p></h2>                                                                   201-291-1111, ext.5122                                                                   <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> to Host Criminal Justice Workshops <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">                          for Prospective Students <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is hosting free Criminal Justice Workshops on Wednesday, February 18, starting at <st1:time minute="30" hour="18">6:30 pm</st1:time>.  Attendees will have the chance to access information about a wide choice of careers, including policing, corrections, probation, and private security, as well as pre-law preparation.  The workshops will cover emerging issues in the field, along with topics such as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The free workshops will be held at two locations:   Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus, Community Room, <st1:address><st1:street>44 Rifle Camp Road, West</st1:street> <st1:city>Paterson</st1:city>, <st1:state>NJ</st1:state>, <st1:postalcode>07424</st1:postalcode></st1:address>, and Berkeley College Newark Campus, Room 219, <st1:address><st1:street>536 Broad Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>Newark</st1:city>, <st1:state>NJ</st1:state> <st1:postalcode>07102</st1:postalcode></st1:address>. For more information, please call 800-446-5400, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 78 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>; two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>; and an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> - end -<o:p></o:p>000Berkeley College to Host Criminal Justice Workshops for Prospective StudentsPress Release103227Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/30/200920092/6/200920092/6/20092009 <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH WORK OF NEW YORK ARTIST ALEATHIA BROWN In celebration of Black History Month, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is exhibiting the work of artist Aleathia Brown at its New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, <st1:street><st1:address>3 East 43rd Street</st1:address></st1:street>. The exhibit by this <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city> artist will be on display from February 3 through 27, 2009.  The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time> and from <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="15" minute="0">3:00 pm</st1:time> on Saturday. An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, February 11, from <st1:time hour="17" minute="30">5:30</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="30">7:30 pm</st1:time>.    <o:p> </o:p> A native of <st1:place>Harlem</st1:place> and the <st1:place>Bronx</st1:place>, Ms. Brown is an art educator who conducts fine art sessions, demonstrations, slide presentations, and lectures. A visual storyteller who developed a deep appreciation for the arts at an early age, Ms. Brown creates life experiences on canvas. She works in acrylic, watercolor, pastels, and different mediums including glass and metal.    <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Brown graduated from <st1:place><st1:placename>Fiorello</st1:placename> <st1:placename>H.</st1:placename> <st1:placename>LaGuardia</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>High School</st1:placetype></st1:place> of Music & Art and Performing Arts, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the School for Visual Arts in advertising and art education. She completed a certificate program for commercial art at Parsons School of Design and is listed with the National Museum of Women in the Arts Archives.  <o:p> </o:p> An active member of the Harlem Arts Alliance, Ms. Brown conducts art presentations at  monthly meetings.  She coordinated “Kwanzaa Spirit” in 2006 and 2007 at the American Museum of Natural History.  She has participated in the Harlem Arts Alliance’s Artz Rootz & Rhythm festivals, including events at the New York Society for Ethical Culture, <st1:place><st1:placename>Harlem</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>State</st1:placetype> <st1:placename>Office</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Building</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype>Plaza</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Harlem Week, and <st1:state><st1:place>Mount Vernon</st1:place></st1:state>’s “Arts on Third.” <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Brown’s artwork has been collected and commissioned nationally and internationally.  Her works are in permanent collection at the Abyssinian Development Corporation, <st1:place><st1:city>Harlem</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>; Great Neck Library, <st1:place><st1:city>Long Island</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>; Young People’s Library, <st1:place><st1:city>Las Vegas</st1:city>, <st1:state>NV</st1:state></st1:place>; <st1:place><st1:placename>North</st1:placename> <st1:placename>General</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Hospital</st1:placetype></st1:place>’s National Conference for Palliative Care, <st1:place><st1:city>New York</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>; and <st1:place><st1:placename>Montefiore</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Hospital</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:city>Bronx</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>.  <o:p> </o:p> The artist is featured in Upscale magazine’s August 2008 issue with First Lady Michelle Obama on the cover.    <o:p> </o:p> For more information about the exhibit, please e-mail Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. or call 212-252-2065. <o:p></o:p> <o:p>  </o:p> <o:p> <img alt="" height="139" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/Mystery.jpg" width="200" />Photo Caption:  "Mystery," watercolor and acrylic by artist Aleathia Brown</o:p> <v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><v:stroke joinstyle="miter"></v:stroke><v:formulas><v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"></v:f><v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"></v:f><v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"></v:f></v:formulas><v:path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"></v:path><o:lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></o:lock></v:shapetype><v:shape id="_x0000_i1025" style="width: 6in; height: 301.5pt" type="#_x0000_t75"><v:imagedata o:title="Mystery" src="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CLINDA-%7E1.000%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_image001.jpg"></v:imagedata></v:shape> 000Berkeley College Celebrates Black History Month with Work of New York Artist Aleathia BrownPress Release103182Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/28/200920091/29/200920091/29/20092009   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2009 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> BERKELEY COLLEGE CAR SHOW AT PARAMUS CAMPUS  RAISES FUNDS TO FIGHT CYSTIC FIBROSIS <img alt="" height="294" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/2009_photos/CFCheck%20presentation.jpg" width="400" /> Photo Caption: Robert Oddo, Berkeley College Paramus Campus Director of Admissions (left), with his wife Tara and daughter Emily Johanna, presents former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason with a check for $17,322.50. The funds, which included a matching donation from the College, were raised at the 4th Annual Charity Car Show held at the Paramus Campus, and will benefit the Boomer Esiason Foundation to eliminate cystic fibrosis. - end - 000Berkeley College Car Show at Paramus Campus Raises Funds to Fight Cystic FibrosisPress Release103133Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/16/200920091/19/200920091/19/20092009 <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY             Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                    Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs    201-291-1111, Ext. 5122 FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2009                 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention  Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in  New  Jersey  and  New  York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area.     <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY EVENTS</h2>   <h2 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <o:p></o:p></h2> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker></st1:stockticker></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in"> <st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:place>JERSEY</st1:place> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/bergen.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Bergen</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:street><st1:address>64 East Midland Avenue</st1:address></st1:street>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place></a>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/GarretMountain.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Garret</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Mountain</st1:placetype></st1:place> Campus, </a><st1:address><a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/GarretMountain.htm"><st1:street>44 Rifle Camp Road, West</st1:street> <st1:city>Paterson</st1:city></a></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Middlesex.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Middlesex Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>430 Rahway Avenue</st1:street>, <st1:city>Woodbridge</st1:city></st1:address></a>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Newark.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>536 Broad Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>Newark</st1:city></st1:address></a>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> <o:p> </o:p></o:p> <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:stockticker>YORK</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state> CAMPUSES<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/nycampus.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Midtown Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>3 East 43rd Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address>:<o:p></o:p></a> <o:p><a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/nycampus.htm"> </a></o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/LMCenter.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place><st1:placename>Lower</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:address><st1:street>130 William Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>New York City</st1:city></st1:address></a>:  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses.WPCampus.htm"><st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:place>Westchester</st1:place> Campus, <st1:address><st1:street>99 Church Street</st1:street>, <st1:city>White Plains</st1:city></st1:address></a>:    <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> February 11<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host an Open House from <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">12:00</st1:time> <st1:time hour="12" minute="0">noon</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  The event offers all interested students information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season.   Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, and learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities.  Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. Students interested in immediate decision must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 11 <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="18" minute="0">6:00 pm</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="19" minute="0">7:00 pm</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> February 21<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from <st1:time hour="10" minute="0">10:00 am</st1:time> to <st1:time hour="11" minute="0">11:00 am</st1:time>.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid, and students are encouraged to attend. How to apply for a <st1:stockticker>PIN</st1:stockticker> number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will be discussed.  A presentation will take place on <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants.  Parents/guardians can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. <st1:state><st1:place><st1:stockticker>CAL</st1:stockticker></st1:place></st1:state>, or contact <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> - end -<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   000Berkeley College Announces February EventsPress Release103108Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/29/2008200812/29/2008200812/29/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE DONATES PERSONAL COMPUTERS TO 29 STUDENTS AT NEWARK CAMPUS <div>  </div> <div> Throughout the year the Information Technology Department at Berkeley College replaces business computers with updated models. This year as part of a PC Distribution Pilot Project, 29 computers were donated to students to help them in their academic pursuits.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “After doing some research we discovered that a number of students at our Newark Campus did not have computers,” said Berkeley College Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs Richard Robitaille, EdD. “In the past we’ve donated the refurbished computers to charities, but the PC distribution to students has been such a great success that it’s a program we would like to continue at Berkeley.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> The computer donation made life much easier for Nijn Wagstaff of Newark, who had to travel to the public library to do research for class.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “My old computer is broken and I cannot afford to get it fixed,” said Ms. Wagstaff, who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.  “I was elated when I learned that I had been chosen for a computer from Berkeley. Now I can get my research completed and turn in my papers on time.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                       </div> <div>  </div>  <img alt="" height="67" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/PCDonationsGrp.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently donated 29 refurbished computers to students at the Newark Campus. Among the recipients were left to right, Nakeya Shamburger of East Orange; Christopher Thomas and Nijn Wagstaff of Newark; and Tuyen Le of Jersey City. - end -   000Berkeley College Donates 29 Computers to Students at Newark CampusPress Release103107Press ReleaseNewsroomWorks by David Tobeyfalse12/26/2008200812/26/2008200812/26/20082008   <div> <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /></div> <div> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div>  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College Exhibits </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Paintings and Sculpture by Artist David Tobey   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Berkeley College is exhibiting acrylic paintings and sculpture by artist David Tobey at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from January 7 through 29, 2009.   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. An artist’s reception for Mr. Tobey will be held on Tuesday, January 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Mr. Tobey, son of the late well-known historical painter, illustrator, and muralist Alton S. Tobey, started painting in his early childhood in his father’s studio. He also had a serious interest in music, fostered in no small part by his mother, Rosalyn Tobey, who was a distinguished concert pianist.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> In his teens Mr. Tobey studied art at the Art Students League in New York and violin at the Music Conservatory of Westchester. He gained admission to the Julliard School of Music and graduated with a performance degree in 1975. He also holds a Master’s degree in Studio Art from the College of New Rochelle. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> He has had many exhibitions of his paintings and sculpture, including a one-person show  at Pleiades Gallery in New York, NY, as a benefit for the American Cancer Society. He also exhibited with the Contemporary Artists Guild at Broome Street Gallery in New York City, at the office of the Borough President of Manhattan, and at galleries in Westchester County, NY. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> In addition to being a painter, sculptor, and teacher, Mr. Tobey performs with many New York City freelance orchestras and with Broadway shows. He is a member of the Westchester Philharmonic, and has appeared on radio and television discussing his art. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> To view images of Mr. Tobey’s work, visit <a href="http://www.DavidTobey.com">www.DavidTobey.com</a>. For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rfk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> (e-mail) or 212-252-2065 (phone). </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">    </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/JAZZCLUB10x6x300dpi.JPG"><img alt="" height="120" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/JAZZCLUB10X6X300dpi.JPG" width="200" /></a></div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">   </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> Photo Caption: “Jazz Club,” a 36” x 60” acrylic, one of artist David Tobey’s paintings on exhibit at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor, Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, NYC, from January 7 through 29, 2009. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt"> - end -</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">  </div> 000Berkeley College Exhibits Paintings and Sculpture by Artist David TobeyPress Release103100Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/22/2008200812/22/2008200812/22/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MARY MCDONOUGH   WITH ONLINE FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored Mary McDonough, PhD, by presenting her with the Online Faculty of the Year Award for Outstanding Teaching. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley students. Dr. McDonough, Management, Online, joined Berkeley College in 2000 as a Professor of Management. She has also taught on-site classes and served as Campus Operating Officer of the Westchester Campus in White Plains. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “One of the finest compliments that students can give a faculty member is that a course was extremely challenging, yet enjoyable and rewarding. That’s how students describe Dr. McDonough’s courses,” says Berkeley College Interim Online Dean Beth Coyle. “Students tell us that Dr. McDonough is ‘patient and understanding, and is quick to offer help wherever and whenever needed.’ This is important in all classes, but particularly for online students, who appreciate that sense of connection with their professor.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. McDonough’s former teaching posts include Adjunct Professor in the Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Leadership (MASCL) Program at Seton Hall University in West Orange, NJ; Assistant Professor of Management in the graduate and undergraduate programs at the College of Saint Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ; and Adjunct Professor of Management, graduate program at Upper Iowa University, Des Moines, IA. Her professional experience includes a Consultant at Small Business Consulting, Broward County FL; an Internal Consultant at the Department of Human Services, Des Moines, IA; and a Transportation Manager, Operations Manager, and Supervisor, Human Resources in Saddle Brook, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. McDonough holds a BS degree in Political Science from Ramapo College, Mahwah, NJ; an MS degree in Human Resource Management from Upsala College, East Orange, NJ; and a PhD in Human Resource Development from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE.</div> <div>   </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>                                                                      </div> <div> <img alt="" height="196" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MaryMc_photo_ret.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Mary McDonough, PhD, by presenting her with the Online Faculty of the Year Award for Outstanding Teaching. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley College students. </div>   - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Mary McDonough With Online Faculty of the Year AwardPress Release103099Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/22/2008200812/22/2008200812/22/20082008   <div> <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /></div> <div> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER STAN HOLLAND RECEIVES MINORITY ACHIEVERS AWARD </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland has received a Minority Achievers Award in recognition of his outstanding professional accomplishments and community involvement. Mr. Holland was honored during the 29th Annual Minority Achievers Award Ceremony held recently in East Brunswick, NJ. “Stan was honored not only for his strong leadership abilities at Berkeley College, but also for his involvement in the revitalization and renewal of the greater Newark community,” says Berkeley College President Dario Cortes, PhD.  Mr. Holland is actively involved in community initiatives and partnerships such as the Beautification Newark in Washington Park Project, collaboration with the Links Community School, Westwide High School, and the Communities in Schools programs, and with the United Way Lend a Helping Hand program. In addition, Mr. Holland is a member of a large number of community organizations including the Leadership Newark Class of 2009 and the American Society for Training and Development. He also serves as a volunteer for Boy Scouts of America, the Bergen County Jail, and the YMCA, and serves as a guest speaker at local schools and orphanages.  A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt">                                                                 <img alt="" height="67" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MinorityAchAwardRet.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland (left) has received a Minority Achievers Award in recognition of his outstanding professional accomplishments and community involvement. Mr. Holland was honored during the 29th Annual Minority Achievers Award Ceremony held recently in East Brunswick, NJ. Presenting Mr. Holland with the award is President and CEO of Metuchen Edison YMCA William J. Lovett.   </div> - end -   000Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland Receives Minority Achievers AwardPress Release103048Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/19/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> NEWS CALENDAR ADVISORY             Contact:  Ilene Greenfield FOR COMMUNITY NEWS/                    Director of Media Relations CAMPUS NOTES COLUMNS & PSAs    201-291-1111, ext. 5122 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2008    <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> Attention  Editors: The events listed on this calendar are for our campuses in  New  Jersey  and  New  York. Please use those items appropriate to your coverage area. BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES JANUARY 2009 EVENTS <div align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in;">  NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES</div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in -27pt 0pt 0in;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/bergen.htm">Berkeley College, Bergen Campus, 64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus</a>:    <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   </div>  The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/GarretMountain.htm">Berkeley College, Garret Mountain Campus, 44 Rifle Camp Road, West Paterson:</a>   <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%">  Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%">  Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   The following event will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Middlesex.htm">Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, 430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge:</a>   <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Newark.htm">Berkeley College, Newark Campus, 536 Broad Street, Newark</a>:   <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>    NEW YORK CAMPUSES <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/nycampus.htm">Berkeley College, Midtown Campus, 3 East 43rd Street, New York City:</a> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/nycampus.htm"> </a>   <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>     The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/LMCenter.htm">Berkeley College, Lower Manhattan Extension Center, 130 William Street, New York City:</a>   <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>     The following events will take place at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.eu/campuses/WPCampus.htm">Berkeley College, Westchester Campus, 99 Church Street, White Plains</a>:     <table border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 21:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host an Open House from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="5%"> Jan. 24:</td> <td> Berkeley College will host a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) Online Workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 am.  This hands-on workshop is for parents/guardians of high school seniors interested in applying for financial aid.  How to apply for a PIN number and a full explanation of the financial aid process will also be discussed.  Berkeley College institutional aid in the form of scholarships and grants will be presented.  Students are encouraged to join their parents/guardians. Parents can request a financial aid planning session by presenting their 2007 income tax returns to a financial aid administrator.  For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>     - end -   000Berkeley College Announces January EventsPress Release103046Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/18/2008200812/18/2008200812/18/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />   THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ONLINETM STUDENT AWARDED SCHOLARSHIP IN  CELEBRATION OF 10 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN ONLINE LEARNING </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Sandra M. Kuczynski was awarded an Online Learning Scholarship in celebration of 10 years of excellence in online learning at Berkeley College. Ms. Kuczynski is pursuing a BBA degree in Business Administration online. To qualify for the scholarship, full-time students had to have completed at least three quarters which included enrollment in a minimum of two online courses, and maintained a grade point average of 3.0. In addition, applicants had to submit an essay describing how online learning had enhanced their educational experience.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Online students at Berkeley College benefit from close relationships to and guidance from outstanding faculty members; librarians and library resources; staff professionals in student development, advisement, and career services; and student mentors. </div> <div>  “Through online class work, I have interacted with people from all over the world, expanding my cultural understanding, and there is no repaying the self-instilled confidence,” Ms. Kuczynski says of her distance learning experience. “Furthermore, every skill acquired becomes applicable to the working world. Online learning has changed my life for the better!" </div> <div> More than 1,500 students enrolled in Berkeley College online classes in the Fall 2008 term, where they have been able to take advantage of flexible schedules they need to juggle family and work responsibilities while pursuing a college degree. Berkeley offers a multitude of courses online including in the disciplines of Liberal Arts, Sciences, Math, English, and Computer Information Systems. In addition, Berkeley College Online offers 28 Bachelor and Associate degree programs completely online. The online “campus” is approved by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Most of the online professors are longtime faculty members at Berkeley College and also teach on-site classes.  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="75" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/SandraMKuczynskiRet.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Sandra M. Kuczynski was awarded an Online Learning Scholarship in celebration of 10 years of excellence in online learning at Berkeley College. Ms. Kuczynski is pursuing a BBA degree in Business Administration through Berkeley College Online. - end - </div> 000Berkeley College Online Student Awarded Scholarship in Celebration of 10 Years of Excellence in Online LearningPress Release103101Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/16/2008200812/22/2008200812/22/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS MARISOL ABUIN   WITH OUTSTANDING TEACHING AWARD </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored Marisol Abuin, JD, by presenting her with the New York Outstanding Teaching Award. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley students. Professor Abuin, Chair, Professional Studies Department, NY, joined Berkeley College in 1999 as an instructor in the Accounting Department.  She later became the Director of the Paralegal Studies Department, Westchester Campus, and continues to teach in her current role.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Marisol teaches class both online and on site and consistently receives outstanding evaluations from her students,” says Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, NY, Glen Zeitzer, PhD. “Students are not alone in recognizing her outstanding qualities as a teacher and a mentor. She is also very well respected and admired by her peers at Berkeley College.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Before coming to Berkeley, Professor Abuin, who is fluent in Spanish, was an adjunct faculty member in the Paralegal Certificate and Legal Nurse Consultant Program at Long Island University and an adjunct faculty member in the Paralegal Certificate Program at Queens College. She also worked as a Legal Editor in Thomson Company, and a Senior Tax Consultant at Financial Counseling Services at Deloitte & Touche, LLP in New York City.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Professor Abuin holds a Doctor of Law degree from Fordham University School of Law, NY, and a BS degree in Accounting from Fordham College of Business, NY. She is a member of the New York State Bar Association.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                 <img alt="" height="67" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/NYFacultyofYear.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Marison Abuin, JD, Chair, Professional Studies Department, NY, (center) recently received the New York Outstanding Teaching Award from Berkeley College. Also in the photo are Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD, and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. </div>   - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Marisol Abuin with Outstanding Teaching AwardPress Release103038Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/12/2008200812/17/2008200812/17/20082008 <o:p></o:p>   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS TODD EGLOW WITH 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF EXCELLENCE IN ONLINE LEARNING AWARD   <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> recently honored Todd Eglow, DC, Assistant Chair, Liberal Arts and Sciences, NY, by presenting him with a special award for the 10th Anniversary of Excellence in Online Learning.  This award recognizes Dr. Eglow as a faculty member who served as Distance Education Coordinator at <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city> from 1999 – 2002.  In addition, he has taught courses on campus as well as online in science, health, and computers. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Each fall Berkeley recognizes the importance of teaching to the success of the College and to the success of our students by presenting awards for teaching excellence to outstanding faculty members,” said Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD. “It gives me great pleasure this year to present Todd Eglow with this special award because he was involved at the very inception when online courses began being offered at Berkeley over 10 years ago.  His commitment and passion for teaching continues to this day.”  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Eglow graduated from <st1:place><st1:placename>Fairleigh</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Dickinson</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.  He also graduated the <st1:place><st1:placename>New York</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Chiropractic</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> in 1985 with a Doctorate degree in Chiropractic, has run a private practice in <st1:city><st1:place>New York City</st1:place></st1:city>, been active with Chiropractic politics at the local and state levels, and currently manages the online health information site, Chiropractic OnLine Today.   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for 77 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p><img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/ToddEglowAward.jpg" width="200" /> </o:p> <o:p>  <o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p>Photo Caption:  At a dinner held to celebrate Awards for Teaching at Berkeley College, Todd Eglow, DC (second from left), Assistant Chair of Liberal Arts and Sciences, receives special recognition as the College celebrates its 10th Anniversary of Excellence in Online Learning.  With him are (left to right) Berkeley College Chairman Kevin Luing, President Dario Cortes, PhD, and Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD. </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                                - end - <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p>     000Berkeley College Honors Todd Eglow with Online Excellence in Learning AwardPress Release103013Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/11/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES SLOAN AWARD AT ANNUAL MORRIS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  <img alt="" height="89" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/SloanAward.jpg" width="100" /></div> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has received the Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility, accepted by Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources Karen Carpentieri. The Award recognizes New Jersey companies that use workplace flexibility to meet both organizational and employee goals. Applicants were measured against data from a nationally representative sample of employers, had to score in the top 20% for flexible work programs and policies, for the supportiveness of the workplace culture, and by a random sampling of employees completing a questionnaire from the Families and Workplace Institute.</div> - end - 000Berkeley College Receives Sloan Award for Excellence in BusinessPress Release103004Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/3/2008200812/10/2008200812/10/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE EXHIBITS DREAMLAND,  WORK OF ARTIST MITCH GYSON <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is exhibiting Dreamland, a group of paintings focusing on artist Mitch Gyson’s continued exploration into landscapes inspired by wildness, memory, and imagination. His career spans over 25 years of diverse and eclectic art and image making. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Some projects include: magazine and poster illustrations, miniature golf course designs, and richly detailed murals for some of the nation’s busiest airports. Several of his works are in the collections of Amgen Corporation, United Airlines, Marriott Corporation, and the estate of Thomas P. “Tip” O’Neill, former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. </div> <div>  </div> <div> In 2001, Mr. Gyson began creating portraits of his family’s dog that captured the unique character and personality with which he approaches all of his animal subjects. These works, which are in private collections throughout the U.S. and Canada, have also been featured on the television show, “Animal Planet,” and exhibited in New York, New Jersey, Vermont, and Boston, Massachusetts.  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Gyson’s passion for landscape painting continues to evolve.   He was recently recognized with a Global Showcase Award from the Amsterdam-Whitney Gallery in New York City and a Front Page Award from the ArtNetwork’s Directory of Living Artists. His work is also featured in the Fall 2008 issue of  Studio Visit Magazine.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Dreamland is on display at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street, from December 3 through 31. The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, December 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.</div> <div>  </div> <div> For more information about the exhibit, please contact Berkeley Gallery Curator Bob Keiber at <a href="mailto:rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu">rjk@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> (e-mail) or 212-252-2065 (phone).</div> <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/dreamland.jpg" width="175" />     Black River, latex enamel and oil painting from Dreamland exhibit.                                                                    - end -                                                                                         000Berkeley College Exhibits Dreamland, Work of Artist Mitch GysonPress Release102984Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/2/2008200812/5/2008200812/5/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Greenfield Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE HONORS ROSS LONDON   WITH OUTSTANDING TEACHING AWARD </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored Ross London, PhD, JD, by presenting him with the NJ Outstanding Teaching Award. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of Berkeley students. Dr. London, Professional Studies Department, NJ, joined Berkeley College in 2006 as Professor and Chair of the Department of Justice Studies. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Dr. London certainly has an impact on his students and is always seeking experiential learning projects for them. Students refer to him as ‘one of the finest professors’ with a ‘knack of making students want to learn the subject at hand,’” said Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD, during the recent awards ceremony. “Dr. London is also extremely well respected and well regarded by his peers. We are very proud that he is on our staff at Berkeley College.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Despite a busy teaching schedule, Dr. London leads class trips to prisons and organizes mock trials for students. As a former Municipal Court Judge, Public Defender, Prosecutor, Patient Advocate, Fines and Restitutions Hearing Officer, and a Juvenile Court Referee, he brings a wealth of criminal justice experience into the classroom. Dr. London also keeps a busy publishing schedule, and his most recent book, “The Restoration of Trust,” is currently in the editing process at the Criminal Justice Press. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Also earlier this year, “In That Moment,” a one-act play co-written by Dr. London and Hoboken Police Officer, Jonathan Butler, was performed at the New York Bar Association, and at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, in New York City. The play takes audiences into the mind of a black man behind bars for homicide, as he struggles to understand what he did and who he is. These performances were followed by panel discussions on how race plays out in policing. The audiences included Berkeley College students. </div> <div> Dr. London holds a BA degree from the State University of New York, Binghamton; a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Rutgers University, NJ.; and a PhD from Rutgers University School of Criminal Justice. He is a Consultant for the United States Department of Justice – Delinquency Prevention and Early Intervention Strategies; an Advisor to the Supreme Court Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution; a member of the Supreme Court Committee on Attorney Ethics, the American Society of Criminology, the American Criminal Justice Society, American Judges Association, New Jersey Criminal Justice Educators Association, and the Hudson County Bar Association. In addition, Dr. London serves as Co-Chair of the Criminal Law Task Force, American Society of Criminology.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                           </div> <div>                                                                                              <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/NJFacultyofYear08.JPG" width="150" /> <div> Photo Caption: Ross London, PhD, Professional Studies, New Jersey (center), recently received the NJ Outstanding Teaching Award from Berkeley College. Also in the photo are Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD, and Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD.</div> <div>  </div> <div> - end -</div> </div> 000Berkeley College Honors Ross London with Outstanding Teaching AwardPress Release102996Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/1/2008200812/5/2008200812/5/20082008 Contact Ilene Greenfield, Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> December 1, 2008 NEW CLASS OF WOODBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 'GRADUATE' AS GOODWILL AMBASSADORS FROM PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of its second class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge. Twenty-six students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program. The seven graduates from Woodbridge High School are: Sean Williamson, Charles Kriesel, Brandon Ross, Victoria Tudor, Denise Dagadu, Kathleen Cruz, and David Balint. The Goodwill Ambassadors Program was implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. At a ceremony held at the Woodbridge Hotel and Conference Center, the graduates received certificates, backpacks, and engraved name tags to be worn whenever they represent the Town of Woodbridge. Diane Recinos, Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer, who has worked closely with the students for the past few years, complimented their efforts, calling them "caring citizens who understand the importance of being involved in the community." Each week students participated in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. Speaking at the graduation, Councilwoman Brenda Velasco said she was very impressed by the high school students. "You are all high achievers and I can see why you were chosen for the program." Berkeley College Woodbridge Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace echoed her comments. "You now hold the title Goodwill Ambassador -- and that sets you apart from others." Ms. Recinos added, "I know you will walk away from this with a better understanding of your community and more confidence in your public speaking and organizational management skills. I also know that this experience has challenged you, and I hope you will emerge with a new understanding of how you can shape the future." A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College's website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="Berkeley College announces new Goodwill Ambassadors from Woodbridge High School" height="232" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Releases/images/Woodbridge_ambassadors.png" width="352" /> Photo Caption: Students from Woodbridge High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos, students Sean Williamson, Charles Kriesel, Brandon Ross, Victoria Tudor, Denise Dagadu, Kathleen Cruz, David Balint, and Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace. - end - 000New Class of Woodbridge High School Students 'Graduate' as Goodwill Ambassadors from Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release102995Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/1/2008200812/5/2008200812/5/20082008 Contact: Ilene Greenfield, Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> December 1, 2008 NEW CLASS OF COLONIA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 'GRADUATE' AS GOODWILL AMBASSADORS FROM PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE  Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of its second class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge. Twenty-six students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program. The 12 graduates from Colonia High School are: Stephanie Farese, Sara Savoia, Jillian Cheslow, Caitlin Charniga, Uzma Arif, Sabina Babar, Bianca Pineda, Kinza Awan, Ruby Gupta, Sidra Anjum, Brittany Dublin, and Jaclyn Snyder. The Goodwill Ambassadors program was implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. At a ceremony held at the Woodbridge Hotel and Conference Center, the graduates received certificates, backpacks, and engraved name tags to be worn whenever they represent the Town of Woodbridge. Diane Recinos, Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer, who has worked closely with the students for the past few years, complimented their efforts, calling them "caring citizens who understand the importance of being involved in the community." Each week students participated in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. Speaking at the graduation, Councilwoman Brenda Velasco said she was very impressed by the high school students. "You are all high achievers and I can see why you were chosen for the program." Berkeley College Woodbridge Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace echoed her comments: "You now hold the title Goodwill Ambassador -- and that sets you apart from others." Ms. Recinos added, "I know you will walk away from this with a better understanding of your community and more confidence in your public speaking and organizational management skills. I also know that this experience has challenged you, and I hope you will emerge with a new understanding of how you can shape the future." A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College's website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="Berkeley College graduates Colonia High School students as Goodwill Ambassadors" height="261" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Releases/images/Colonia_ambassadors.png" width="391" /> Photo Caption: Students from Colonia High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos, students Stephanie Farese, Sara Savoia, Jillian Cheslow, Caitlin Charniga, Uzma Arif, Sabina Babar, Bianca Pineda, Kinza Awan, Ruby Gupta, Sidra Anjum, Brittany Dublin, and Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace. (Not pictured is Jaclyn Snyder.) - end -   000New Class of Colonia High School Students 'Graduate' as Goodwill Ambassadors from Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release102983Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/1/2008200812/5/2008200812/5/20082008 Contact Ilene Greenfield, Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> December 1, 2008 NEW CLASS OF JOHN F. KENNEDY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 'GRADUATE' AS GOODWILL AMBASSADORS FROM PARTNERSHIP WITH BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College is happy to announce the recent graduation of its second class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge. Twenty-six students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program. The seven graduates from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School are: Krishna Kashiwala, Parin Patel, Kevin Dias, Rohan Viswanathan, Sagar Vira, Daimler Vadlamuri, and Andrea Samulewski. The Goodwill Ambassadors program was implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. At a ceremony held at the Woodbridge Hotel and Conference Center, a total of 26 graduates received certificates, backpacks, and engraved name tags to be worn whenever they represent the Town of Woodbridge. Diane Recinos, Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer, who has worked closely with the students for the past few years, complimented their efforts, calling them "caring citizens who understand the importance of being involved in the community." Each week students participated in workshops covering such topics as Leadership; Economic Development; Teamwork; Business Etiquette; Networking; Creative Thinking, Woodbridge History; Ethics, Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. Speaking at the graduation, Councilwoman Brenda Velasco said she was very impressed by the high school students. "You are all high achievers and I can see why you were chosen for the program." Berkeley College Woodbridge Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace echoed her comments: "You now hold the title Goodwill Ambassador -- and that sets you apart from others." Ms. Recinos added, "I know you will walk away from this with a better understanding of your community and more confidence in your public speaking and organizational management skills. I also know that this experience has challenged you, and I hope you will emerge with a new understanding of how you can shape the future." A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 7,200 students, with more than 700 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College's website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <img alt="Berkeley College Graduates JFK High School Students as Goodwill Ambassadors" height="259" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/Releases/images/JFK_ambassadors.png" width="391" /> Photo Caption: Students from John F. Kennedy Memorial High School recently graduated from the Goodwill Ambassadors - Youth Connection program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos, students Krishna Kashiwala, Parin Patel, Kevin Dias, Rohan Viswanathan, Sagar Vira, Daimler Vadlamuri, Andrea Samulewski, and Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Debra Mallamace. - end - 000New Class of John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Students 'Graduate' as Goodwill Ambassadors from Partnership with Berkeley CollegePress Release102997Calendar ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/30/2008200812/5/2008200812/5/20082008 BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES DECEMBER EVENTS  <table border="0" width="102%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" colspan="2" valign="top">  <table border="0" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="3" width="95%"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" class="body_copy" valign="top" width="50%"> NEW JERSEY EVENTS <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Garret">West Paterson</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Bergen">Paramus</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Middlesex">Woodbridge</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Newark">Newark</a> </td> <td align="center" class="body_copy" valign="top" width="49%"> NEW YORK EVENTS <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#NYC">Midtown Manhattan</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Extension">Lower Manhattan Extension Center</a> <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/CalEvents.htm#Westchester">White Plains</a> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>     <a id="Garret" name="Garret"></a> The following events will take place at the College's <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/GarretMountain.htm">Garret Mountain Campus</a>, located at 44 Rifle Camp Road, West Paterson, NJ: <a id="open_house" name="open_house"></a>Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <hr /> <a id="Bergen" name="Bergen"></a> The following events will take place at the College's <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/bergen.htm">Bergen Campus</a>, located at 64 East Midland Avenue in Paramus, NJ: Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <hr /> <a id="Middlesex" name="Middlesex"></a> The following events will take place at the College’s <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Middlesex.htm">Middlesex Campus</a>, located at 430 Rahway Avenue in Woodbridge: Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <hr /> <a id="Newark" name="Newark"></a> The following event for the College’s <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Newark.htm">Newark Campus</a>, will take place at 520 Broad Street, 13th Floor, Newark, New Jersey: Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <hr /> <a id="Westchester" name="Westchester"></a> The following events will take place at the College’s <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/WPCampus.htm">Westchester Campus</a>, located at 99 Church Street in White Plains: Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <hr /> <a id="NYC" name="NYC"></a>   The following events will take place at the College's <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/nycampus.htm">New York City Campus</a>, located at 3 East 43rd Street: <a name="gallery"></a>Nov. 5-28: Berkeley College is exhibiting the work of artist Sheila Hecht at the New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, First Floor Lobby, 3 East 43rd Street. Ms. Hecht’s paintings include “It’s a Wrap,” an acrylic on canvas. An abstract painter throughout her career, she has had an uncompromising commitment to explore and develop her own unique, creative process. Over the years, Ms. Hecht’s paintings have evolved from tighter, denser compositions to freer, more expanded works. Visitors are invited to view this exhibit, which is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday. An artist’s reception will be held on Wednesday, November 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. For information, please contact Robert Keiber by e-mail: <a href="mailto:RJK@BerkeleyCollege.edu">RJK@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> or phone: 212-252-2065. Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.   <hr /> <a id="Extension" name="Extension"></a> The following events will take place at the College's <a href="http://berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/lmcenter.htm">New York City Lower Manhattan Extension Center</a>, located at 130 William Street: Dec. 13: Berkeley College will host an Open House from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event offers all interested students immediate information regarding acceptance for the upcoming season. Students must bring high school transcripts and take an entrance examination; however, those students who have already completed an Associate’s degree are exempt from the exam. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and greet staff and faculty, learn about online degree programs, as well as financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Transfer students will learn about transfer opportunities. For further information, please call 1-800-446-5400, ext. CAL, or contact Berkeley College online at <a href="mailto:info@BerkeleyCollege.edu">info@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.           </td> <td align="left" rowspan="2" valign="top" width="1%">  </td> <td align="left" rowspan="2" valign="top" width="33%"> <div align="center"> <div align="left" class="body_copy" id="sidebar"> </div> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" width="33%">  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   000Berkeley College Announces December EventsPress Release103014Press ReleaseNewsroom10th Anniversary of Online Learning at Berkeley Collegefalse11/10/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   Berkeley College Celebrates  Ten Years of Excellence in Online Learning <div>  </div> <div> Online teaching has never been a difficult sell to the faculty at Berkeley College. In fact, from the beginning there was a waiting list of professors ready and eager to explore the virtual classroom. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “I get asked by colleagues all the time if we give stipends or special benefits to encourage our faculty to teach online classes,” says Mary Jane Clerkin, DA, Coordinator of Online Faculty, who also teaches online classes. “The truth is that our online instructors are very interested in new technology and eager to explore this exciting way of teaching.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Online/10_anniversary_online.htm">This fall Berkeley College celebrates 10 years of online learning</a>. The college started out slowly with just one or two online courses, and today offers a multitude of disciplines online including Liberal Arts, Sciences, Math, English, and Computer Information Systems. In addition, Berkeley College Online™ offers 28 Bachelor and Associate degree programs completely online. The online “campus” is approved by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Most of the online professors are longtime faculty members at Berkeley College, and also teach on-site classes. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Serving the Needs of Students Always Comes First</div> <div>  </div> <div> According to Dr. Clerkin, the decision to begin offering online learning options at Berkeley College in 1998 was a natural progression, given “the College’s longstanding commitment to incorporate technology into its curriculum and the computer expertise of its students.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> “This anytime, anywhere learning fit in perfectly with the busy schedules of many of our students, and was one more method by which Berkeley College opened up new learning opportunities and adapted to the special needs of its students,” says Dr. Clerkin, the 2007 recipient of the Best Practices Gold Award for Distance Learning Teaching Online presented by the United States Distance Learning Association. </div> <div>  </div> <div> With an Associate’s degree under his belt, Eric DeJonge of Forked River, NJ, turned his attention to four-year colleges and the pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree. His plan was to juggle a full-time job, a family and social life, and college - a difficult task for the South Jersey resident who lives far from the nearest four-year institutions. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. DeJonge found the perfect solution in Berkeley College Online. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “When I compared colleges that offered complete degrees online, I felt that Berkeley’s program was more organized, and I felt more secure knowing the college has on-site campuses,” says Mr. DeJonge, who hopes to complete his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in March.  </div> <div> Berkeley’s Road to Success in Online Learning, a prerequisite for taking online courses, prepares students for the world of distance learning. Berkeley College students who are enrolled in complete online degree programs have ongoing support. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “There students have easy access to faculty, the library and librarians, as well as their advisors in student development, advisement, and career services,” says Berkeley College Interim Online Dean, Beth Coyle, EdD. “And, just like all Berkeley College graduates, our online degree students have access to a lifetime of career assistance.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Right Approach Led to Ongoing Growth and Success</div> <div>  </div> <div> The success of Berkeley’s online program is largely due to the fact that the College started out slowly.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “We didn’t expand without doing the necessary research into the best approaches to distance learning,” says Berkeley College Provost Rose Mary Healy, PhD. </div> <div>  </div> <div> A Distance Learning Task Force reviewed literature and attended conferences, and reported back to administration on ways to successfully expand the online program. To prepare for online teaching, faculty members are required to take a preliminary Road to Success in Online Teaching course designed by Dr. Clerkin. In addition, Berkeley instructors have access to a wide variety of onsite and online workshops. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Because of this ongoing support, learning new technology was never an issue for Professor Manuel Correa, who has taught online for five years and also teaches on campus.  </div> <div>  </div> <div> “The real challenge as an online instructor is how do you get the same understanding from your students when you are not physically in a classroom?” says Professor Correa, the 2007 recipient of the Online Faculty Award for Outstanding Teaching. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Lively Online Class Discussion </div> <div>  </div> <div> At Berkeley College many online professors use video technology to bring presentations to life. And, while it’s true that distance learning students don’t experience the dynamics of classroom discussion, online faculty agree that their students don’t miss out on dialogue. In fact, online students often have to work harder to earn credits for “classroom” participation.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “You get two or three students responding back and forth, and then others join in, and the whole magic of dialogue happens,” says Professor Correa. “It’s exactly the same type of learning taking place as you have in the classroom, except that this discussion is happening over the course of a couple of days.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. DeJonge doesn’t feel that he is “missing out” by not attending classes on campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “I actually find that pursuing my degree online is more rewarding,” Mr. DeJonge says. “A greater number of students participate in online discussions. That makes the discussions more interesting.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> Distance learners at Berkeley College benefit from interactions with students from all over the world.    </div> <div>  </div> <div> “My ‘boundaryless’ online classroom with its diverse student body has produced more interesting interactive discussions than I ever could have imagined,” Dr. Clerkin says.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                  - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence in Online LearningPress Release103016Press ReleaseNewsroomBerfalse10/24/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2008  Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director, Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center">     BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS IN THE  NEW YORK CITY MAYORAL CHALLENGE TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS FOOTPRINT </div> <div>  </div> <div> This week Berkeley College joined New York City colleges and universities in accepting New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s challenge to reduce greenhouse gases and increase energy efficiency by developing and executing plans within their own institutions. In accepting this challenge, Berkeley College commits to reducing greenhouse gas emissions 30 percent over the next 10 years at its New York City locations.  </div> <div>  “It’s exciting to be part of the Mayoral Challenge, working with this network of well regarded institutions,” said Berkeley College President Dario A. Cortes, PhD. “Like our Project GreenPath, it demonstrates leadership and concern not only for each other, but also for our future, for generations to come.”</div> At the Mayoral Challenge Press Conference, held at Bronx Community College on October 23, New York City Campus Operating Officer Kristin Rowe, saluted the Mayor and City Council as well as other dignitaries for their efforts in helping to sustain the environment. <div> “We appreciate this opportunity to make a difference and look forward to working with our colleagues who share our concern,” said Ms. Rowe during her address at the Press Conference. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Rowe said that while Berkeley’s campuses had been conducting their own environmental protection initiatives separately, last year the College launched Project GreenPath to coordinate these efforts. The mission of the organization is to promote environmental awareness through education and to encourage a sense of responsibility in staff, faculty and students. The opportunity to be part of the Mayoral Challenge, Ms. Rowe said, “dovetails so well with the mission of Project GreenPath.”</div> <div>   </div> <div> “Being “green” is realizing that all human beings are a part of nature and that we have the responsibility and power to apply our knowledge and technology to create a more efficient and sustainable society that doesn't compromise resources or the environment for future generations,” Ms. Rowe added. </div> <div>  </div> <div> To help institutions meet the Mayoral Challenge, the Mayor’s Office will host a series of roundtable discussions. Each session will include representatives from participating colleges along with environmental experts who will share ideas on how other institutions are successfully lowering gas emissions.  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="399" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/Kristin2.jpg" width="600" /> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College NYC Campus Operating Officer Kristin Rowe addresses Mayor Bloomberg (left) and others at the PlaNYC Challenge news conference held at Bronx Community College October 23.  The 14-member network of colleges and universities have committed to reducing carbon dioxide emissions 30 percent in 10 years. At far right is Pace University Senior Vice President of Administration William McGrath.   </div> <div>                                                                               - end -    </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div>     000Berkeley College Joins in New York City Mayoral Challenge to Reduce Greenhouse Gas FootprintPress Release103015Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/24/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>  BERKELEY COLLEGE SPONSORS CHARITY CAR SHOW <div align="center"> AT BERGEN CAMPUS</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Vintage, classic, and antique cars from throughout the tri-state cruised into Paramus on Sunday, October 19, for the 4th Annual Charity Car Show at Berkeley College, Bergen Campus. The show featured 125 cars and raised $17,322.50, that included a matching donation from the College to benefit the Boomer Esiason Foundation to eliminate cystic fibrosis. </div> <div> The mood was festive at the Berkeley fundraiser where WABC-TV Good Morning America Weekend Edition broadcast live. Employees in a WHTZ Z-100 FM van gave away prizes, and visitors of all ages were entertained by clowns. Youngsters were thrilled to discover fire trucks from the Garfield and Paramus Fire Departments among the lineup of vehicles. Thirty-four Berkeley College associates brought family and friends who volunteered to help.  </div> <div> “Even with the pressure on, our 4th Annual Charity Car Show broke all previous records,” said  Berkeley College Paramus Campus Director of Admissions Robert Oddo, who organized the event. Although the date was carefully selected to ensure it as the only car show, two others previously rained out held their events the same day.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption A:   <img alt="" height="113" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/08BGN%20Car%20Show%20005.jpg" width="150" /> </div> <div> Arriving early to prepare for the 4th Annual Charity Car Show were (left to right) Berkeley College representatives Eric Silvani, Director of Prospect Management; Tracy Welch, Prospect Analyst; Robert Oddo, Paramus Campus Director of Admissions; and Lee Becker, Marketing/Education Director, Boomer Esiason Foundation.                                </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Photo Caption B: </div>  <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/08BGN%20Car%20Show%20004.jpg" width="200" /> Vintage cars were on display at the 4th Annual Charity Car Show held at Berkeley College, Paramus Campus.                                               - end -              000Berkeley College Sponsors Charity Car Show at Bergen CampusPress Release103017Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/16/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008 <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> HOSTS<o:p></o:p> <st1:city><st1:place>WOODBRIDGE</st1:place></st1:city> APPRECIATION <st1:stockticker>DAY AT MIDDLESEX CAMPUS</st1:stockticker>   <div> Berkeley College joined with Woodbridge, NJ residents to celebrate Woodbridge Appreciation Day at the Middlesex Campus. Members of the College staff were pleased to host this fun-filled event that included awards for local citizens, and an abundance of food, games, and prizes. </div> <div>  </div> <div> At a special ceremony, Chester Kinal, Pat Trombetta, and Frank St. Marie each received the Woodbridge 2008 Community Citizen Award for their tireless work and commitment to the Senior Olympics. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Next, Berkeley College honored nine-year-old Michael Stoms. In July, when his neighbor’s house was struck by lighting and as his family called for help, the young man had the presence of mind to grab a hose to extinguish the fire. For his quick thinking, he received the Woodbridge 2008 Hero Award.</div> <div>  </div> <div> As students, friends, and family members looked on, Diane Recinos, former Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer, congratulated the award recipients. “I speak for everyone at Berkeley College when I say how proud we are today of your efforts,” she said. “You represent the best there is in this community.”     </div> <div>  </div> <div> Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac echoed Ms. Recinos’ words. “Let me congratulate Michael Stoms, Chester Kinal, Pat Trombetta and Frank St. Marie for their efforts. At the same time, I want to acknowledge the Berkeley College educators, staff, and students for their years of distinguished contributions to the town of Woodbridge.” He added a thank you to Berkeley College for hosting its second Woodbridge Appreciation Day, a tradition he’d like to see continue long into the future.  </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>     <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MichaelAward.JPG" width="200" /> Photo Caption A:  Michael Stoms (front) was honored with the 2008 Community Hero Award during Woodbridge Appreciation Day held September 29, 2008 at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, Woodbridge, NJ.   Standing behind him are former Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos and Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac. </div> <div>      <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/CommunityAwards.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption B: Chester Kinal, Frank St. Marie, and Pat Trombetta (front row, left to right) each were honored with a 2008 Community Citizen Award during Woodbridge Appreciation Day held September 29, 2008 at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, Woodbridge, NJ. Also in the photo are Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac (back row) and former Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos. </div> <div> <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MichaelAtMike.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption C: Michael Stoms (center) was honored with the 2008 Community Hero Award during Woodbridge Appreciation Day held September 29, 2008 at Berkeley College, Middlesex Campus, Woodbridge, NJ.   Also in the photo are (left) former Berkeley College Middlesex Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos and Middlesex Campus Counselor Alyson Pompeo. </div> <div>  - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Hosts Woodbridge Appreciation DayPress Release103018Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/29/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> HISPANIC AND LATINO STUDENTS FIND POWERFUL ROLE MODELS </div> <div align="center"> AT BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Professor Manuel Correa is irked when Hispanic and Latino students use heritage as a barrier to their success. Whether it’s living in a bad neighborhood, lack of finances, prejudices, or English as a second language, Professor Correa doesn’t want to hear it.   </div> <div>  </div> <div> “My advice to you is to get over it,” Professor Correa tells a gathering of students during a recent presentation held in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month at the Berkeley College Midtown Campus. “It’s not that I’m insensitive, but I’ve been there. I grew up in Harlem. My father had a third grade education and my mother never went further than eight grade. We often did not have heat in the winter. What I want you to understand is that you are not alone in the hurdles you are facing. Others have been there before you, and they have succeeded.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Hispanic and Latino students need look no further than Berkeley College for shining examples. Immediate past president Mildred García, EdD, is a native of Puerto Rico and the first in her family to attend college. Current president Dario Cortes, PhD, was born in Colombia, raised in Argentina, and immigrated to Queens as a teenager. He was also the first in his family to earn a college degree.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Professor Correa rose above life’s circumstances to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. He is currently working towards a Doctorate of Philosophy in Business Administration degree. He has held numerous executive positions in the corporate world, and today he teaches business courses at Berkeley College while owning and operating a management consulting business. </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> Finding Role Models in Alumni</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley graduates also serve as role models for young Hispanics and Latinos. Luis Max Perez, President of the Berkeley College Alumni Association, felt his world turn upside down when at age 14 his parents sent for him and his 13-year-old brother to leave Ecuador and join them in Union City, NJ. This was in the early 1980s when Fidel Castro had expelled mental patients and criminals from Cuba. Many of those exiles were now living in Hudson County, NJ. </div> <div>  </div> <div> "It was difficult for us to adjust to the language, and there was a lot of crime in our neighborhood," Mr. Perez recalls of those early years in the United States. "We were surrounded by drug dealers and saw our own people shooting one another.”</div> <div>     </div> <div> Although he didn’t appreciate it then, Mr. Perez today understands that his parents brought him and his brother – who is now a high school teacher - to the United States because they believed it provided a better opportunity for their future.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “My parents didn’t say you have to go to college to be successful, but they told me and my siblings that we could succeed at whatever we wanted to do as long as we put our minds to it,” says Mr. Perez, who graduated from Berkeley in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Management, and earned a Master’s degree in Technology Management from Stevens Institute of Technology. “All of my siblings graduated from college.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Today as Mr. Perez provides for his own children, he also serves as a role model within the Latino community. Former Vice President of Systems Technology Services at a major financial corporation, Mr. Perez volunteers as Director of the NJ Chapter of Latinos in Information Science and Technology Association. The not-for-profit organization provides Latinos with technology tutoring. In addition, he mentors Latino middle and high school students through the not-for-profit Save Latin America organization. </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> Rising above Prejudices</div> <div>  </div> <div> During his recent address to students – most of whom were members of the Berkeley College Hispanic Organization Leading in America (HOLA) Club – Professor Correa agreed with students that it is indeed hurtful and frustrating to deal with the prejudices aimed towards Hispanics and Latinos. Among the misconceptions students say they hear most often about Hispanics is that they are: lazy; uneducated; happy to stay on welfare; like to party all of the time; have a lot of children; don’t speak English well; only work in menial jobs.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Did I face prejudice? A Hispanic with an engineering degree? You better believe it! They called me every nationality except Puerto Rican. Did it hurt? Yes it did,” Professor Correa tells the students. “You are going to face prejudice sooner or later. So what? Life goes on. Prejudice is nothing more than ignorance. Ignorance on the part of the other person. Don’t let these prejudices bring you down.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Like Professor Correa, Mr. Perez has also battled prejudice in corporate America.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “The stereotype here is that the Latino guy is the happy guy who is always quick to say hello and shake your hand, but he is never seen as someone who could become senior management in the company,” Mr. Perez says. “I was hired as a technician at a large financial corporation by an Anglo woman, and it was a challenge for me to prove to her – because of my Hispanic heritage – that I could be more than a technician.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Instead of being discouraged, Mr. Perez forged ahead to become a vice president in the company. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “I never took prejudices as a negative. I saw them as a learning experience and stepped around prejudiced people,” Mr. Perez says. </div> <div>  </div> <div> As students or employees Mr. Perez says, “Hispanics frequently have to work twice as hard as their counterparts to succeed.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Some people believe that when Hispanics or Latinos are awarded scholarships, it’s not because they are smart, but just because they are members of a minority group,” Mr. Perez adds. “My sister is an attorney, and she feels in her field that, because she is a minority and a woman, she has to constantly prove herself. This is a stigma that a lot of us carry.”</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> Drawing Strength from Heritage</div> <div>  </div> <div> Rather than looking at their culture as a hindrance to career success, Professor Correa tells students that in this age of globalization they should draw strength from their heritage.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Hispanics are very passionate, loyal, responsible, hard-working and proud people. These are all traits that are highly valued in the workplace,” Professor Correa says. </div> <div>  </div> <div> These strengths also serve students well as they work toward earning a college degree. </div> <div>  </div> <div>  “The hardest step in reaching your goals is going to college. You’ve already taken that step,” the professor tells his young audience. “Success is out there waiting for you.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> - end -</div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> Press Room Resources</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> Celebrating Diversity in Hispanic Culture and Language</div> <div>  </div> <div> Contact Ilene Lumpkin    201-291-1111 Ext. 1-5122     Cell: 862-432-2104 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Dario Cortes, President, Berkeley College. For more information on Dr. Cortes visit</div> <div> <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Dario_Cortes.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/people/Dario_Cortes.htm</a></div> <div>  </div> <div> Professor Manuel Correa, Management Department, New York. For more information on Professor Correa visit . <a href="http://vocuspr.vocus.com/vocuspr30/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=Berkeley&Entity=PRAsset&SF_PRAsset_PRAssetID_EQ=103029&XSL=PressRelease&Cache=False. ">http://vocuspr.vocus.com/vocuspr30/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=Berkeley&Entity=PRAsset&SF_PRAsset_PRAssetID_EQ=103029&XSL=PressRelease&Cache=False. </a>Forore information on subsequent speaking engagements by Professor Correa call Ilene Lumpkin at (201) 291-1111 Ext. 1-5122.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Max Luis Perez, President of the Berkeley College Alumni Association, mentors to high school students through the not-for-profit Save Latin America organization. For more information on Mr. Perez visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Alumni/Max_Perez.htm">http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Alumni/Max_Perez.htm</a></div> <div>  </div> 000Hispanic and Latino Students Find Powerful Role Models at Berkeley CollegePress Release103019Press ReleaseAthletics; Newsroomfalse9/8/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE ANNOUNCES </div> <div align="center"> DWIGHT D. WILBUR AS NEW HEAD BASKETBALL COACH </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> Former Pro Coach and NCAA Champion to Coach Berkeley Bulldogs   </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce that Dwight D. Wilbur, a former pro basketball coach and member of the Villanova Wildcats 1985 NCAA Men’s Division I championship basketball team, is the new head basketball coach for the Berkeley Bulldogs. The team’s home base is the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus located in West Paterson, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Berkeley College is thrilled to have Dwight Wilbur join the Berkeley community,” said Berkeley College Athletic Director Brian Maher. In addition to his star-status basketball background, he brings a wealth of knowledge, understanding and experience in leadership to the position. Dwight Wilbur also knows how to connect with people, especially young people, and he understands the importance of community connections, which Berkeley College values.” </div> <div>  </div> <div> Most recently Mr. Wilbur held positions as assistant boys varsity basketball coach for Montclair High School, NJ; associate head basketball coach for Apex Academy, Pennsauken, NJ; and director of operations and head coach at Hoboken Charter High School, NJ. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Wilbur began his coaching career in 1991 as head boys basketball coach for Saddle Brook High School, NJ, where he guided the team to their first division championship in 1988. Then as head basketball coach for Union Catholic High School, NJ, from 1994 to 1996, he guided the team to the Parochial B finals. </div> <div>  </div> <div> In 1997, Mr. Wilbur worked as an assistant coach for the New Jersey ShoreCats of the United States Basketball League (USBL), a professional men’s spring basketball league, under Head Coach Rick Barry, an NBA All-Star. From 1999 to 2002, he worked as an assistant coach under NBA All-Star Darryl Dawkins, who was head coach for the USBL Pennsylvania ValleyDawgs. In addition, from 1991 to 1994 during the months of April through November, he served as head basketball coach for the Australia women’s professional basketball team. He also played professional basketball for the Sydney Kings of the National Basketball League of Australia. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Wilbur has proven leadership skills both on and off the basketball court. In addition to playing and coaching basketball, he has served as a the Director of Sports Media for Software Reproduction Technologies, New York, NY; Urban Project Coordinator for Boost Mobile, New York, NY; and Sports Coordinator for Anaconda Sports, New York, NY. Mr. Wilbur holds a BA in Communications and Marketing from Villanova University. He lives in Paterson, NJ, with his two sons.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                       </div> <div>   <div>  <img alt="" height="75" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/DWilbur708.JPG" width="100" /></div> </div> <div>  </div> <div>  Photo Caption: Former Pro Coach and NCAA Champion, Dwight D. Wilbur, is the new head basketball coach for the Berkeley Bulldogs. The team’s home base is the Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus located in West Paterson, NJ.</div> - end - 000Berkeley College Announces Dwight D. Wilbur As New Head Basketball CoachPress Release103020Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse9/5/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2008  Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE APPOINTS NEW</div> <div align="center"> CAMPUS OPERATING OFFICER</div> <div align="center"> AT GARRET MOUNTAIN CAMPUS</div> <div>                </div> <div> Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration Lee Miara has announced the appointment of Diane Recinos as Campus Operating Officer (COO) for the Garret Mountain Campus in West Paterson, NJ.   </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Diane has done a superb job in leading the Middlesex Campus for the past four years,” says Ms. Miara. “The Garret Mountain Campus will certainly benefit from her skills in guiding and supporting staff and in her strong ability to communicate with care when dealing with students and parents.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> As COO, Ms. Recinos will oversee day-to-day operations, monitor policies relating to personnel, including training and professional development programs, as well as participate in the development and implementation of the College’s long-range plan. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Recinos began working for Berkeley College in 1992 as Director of Financial Aid at the Woodbridge Campus. Later that role was expanded to include the Paramus and West Paterson Campuses. In 2001, Ms. Recinos became Director of PeopleSoft Development, serving first as Project Manager and then as Business Systems Analyst. Since February 2004, she has served as COO of the Woodbridge Campus.   </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                        </div>    <img alt="" height="301" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/DRecinos.jpg" width="200" /> Caption:  Diane Recinos is appointed Campus Operating Officer for the Garret Mountain Campus in West Paterson, NJ. - end -   000Berkeley College Appoints New Campus Operating Officer at Garret Mountain CampusPress Release103021Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse8/12/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE STUDENT RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP  FROM THE HISPANIC BUSINESS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP </div> <div align="center"> FOUNDATION OF NJ</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Daisy Herrera of Newark is a recipient of a 2008 Scholarship from the Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation (HBCSF) of NJ. Recipients are required to maintain a 3.0 grade point average and must commit to completing 80 hours of community service during the college year. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Herrera, who is of Colombian descent, and was born and raised in Newark, is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at the <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Newark.htm">Newark Campus</a>. She graduated valedictorian of Barringer High School in Newark in 2001, and credits a strong family support system for her academic success.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “I am especially grateful to my mother who gave me the gift of resilience and determination,” says Ms. Herrera.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The HBCSF is run by volunteers who give of their time and expertise, and are responsible for raising funds, disseminating the scholarship applications to high schools and colleges, reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and disbursing the funds directly to colleges on behalf of the students.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “The reward for trustees is knowing that they have helped a student achieve his or her goal of attaining a college education,” says HBCSF President Jose Hernandez. “Our ultimate goal is to have the recipients of these scholarships ‘pay it forward’ by taking an active role in the foundation to help others make their college dreams come true.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                <img alt="" height="188" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/HispanicBusScholarship.JPG" width="250" /> <div> Photo Caption: Berkeley College student Daisy Herrera (center) is the recipient of a 2008 Scholarship from the Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of NJ. She received the award during a Scholarship Gala held at The Venetian in Garfield. With Ms. Herrera are HBCSF Vice President Hector Banegas and HBCSF Secretary Juanita Sullivan-Gallo. </div> </div> - end -   000Berkeley College Student Receives Scholarship From The Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of NJPress Release103022Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse7/17/2008200812/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   New Berkeley College President Dario Cortes, PhD, Addresses  Incoming Students  <div>  </div> <div> On the first day of his presidency at Berkeley College, Dario A. Cortes, PhD, addressed incoming students during Student Orientation at the New York City Midtown, and West Paterson, NJ, campuses. Dr. Cortes congratulated the students as they embarked on their intellectual journeys, and said that, like them, he was also starting his new journey at Berkeley College. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “How we both handle this new opportunity will say a lot about our character, strength, and potential as individuals,” Dr. Cortes said. “I am looking forward to hearing all of the great stories about this class as we journey together over the next few years.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> In speaking about the advantages of earning a degree at Berkeley College, Dr. Cortes highlighted small-class size, faculty with in-depth knowledge of the subjects they teach, and the incredible diversity of the student body. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Cortes also told students that to be successful they must master the three Cs – Courage, Commitment, and Companionship. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Have the courage to take risks; stay committed to your academic work; and stay in the company of peers and mentors who value your dreams and the importance of securing a college education,” Dr. Cortes said. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Dr. Cortes earned a BA degree from City University of New York (CUNY) Queens College, an MA degree from the University of Virginia, and a PhD degree from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.  He has completed post-graduate work at Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania, and in 2008 he was named a Klingenstein Fellow of Columbia University Teachers College. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Before coming to Berkeley College, Dr. Cortes was President and Executive Director of The American School Foundation in Mexico City. Former positions include Vice President for Academic Affairs at Fashion Institute of Technology, the State University of New York; Dean at Fairleigh Dickinson University, NJ; and Associate Dean, Graduate Studies and Research at the University of Maryland at College Park.  In addition, Dr. Cortes has had many senior administrative and faculty positions at the Johns Hopkins University; North Carolina State University and the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Dr. Cortes has received numerous teaching awards, fellowships and honors.  He is an accomplished author, editor, lecturer and conference leader.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program.  All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                              <img alt="" height="189" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/DrCortes0716.jpg" width="150" /> <div> Photo Caption: Staff and students at Berkeley College recently welcomed their new President, Dario A. Cortes, PhD, who addressed incoming students during Student Orientation at the New York City Midtown, and West Paterson, NJ, campuses. To view the first Dr. Cortes podcast go to <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-G7SH6BHMjQ">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-G7SH6BHMjQ</a></div> </div> - end - 000New Berkeley College President Dario Cortes, PhD, Addresses Incoming StudentsPress Release103049Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/26/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> Freeport Resident’s Team Takes First Prize in the Berkeley College  Fourth Annual Intercollegiate Business and Legal Ethics Case Competition </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> Students Debate ‘No-More-Pain Pharmaceutical’ Case Study</div> <div>  </div> <div> Peter Sullivan of Freeport, NY, and teammate Dacia Persico recently won $500 by taking First Prize in the Berkeley College Fourth Annual Intercollegiate Business and Legal Ethics Case Competition held at the College’s Newark Campus. Mr. Sullivan is a student at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Student teams from Berkeley College and five other schools debated the ethical questions surrounding a lawsuit by a 45-year-old woman who suffered a debilitating stroke after taking the pain reliever, Fast Relief, manufactured by No-More-Pain, Inc., an American pharmaceutical company. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “This competition represents the commitment of Berkeley College to foster an awareness on the part of our future business leaders about the importance of integrity in their personal and professional lives,” said Berkeley College Newark Campus Operating Officer Stan Holland. “Every business decision affects people and has an ethical dimension.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Student teams presented their case in 10-minute segments, applying federal and state laws, and then had two minutes to answer questions posed by an esteemed panel of judges. First, Second, and Third Prize winning teams were selected based on content, organization of ideas, delivery, persuasiveness of arguments, and adequacy of responses to the questions from the panel. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Student Teams: Berkeley College New York City Campus, NY; Berkeley College Garret Mountain Campus, NJ; Bergen Community College, NJ; LaGuardia Community College, NY; Mercy College, Peirce College, PA; Warren County Community College, NJ. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Panel of Judges:</div> <div> Hon. Madeline Cox Arleo, United States Magistrate Judge, District Court of New Jersey</div> <div> Ms. Kathy Barrett Carter, Editorial Writer, The Star-Ledger</div> <div> Mr. Gerard DeVeaux, Managing Counsel, Travelers, MorrisPlains, NJ</div> <div> Mr. Thomas C. Egg, Partner, Cocchiola, Garelick & Garchio, P.C.</div> <div> Mr. Eric S. Pennington, Partner, Eric S. Pennington, P.C.</div> <div> Mr. Louis Sapirman, Associate General Counsel, Dun and Bradstreet Corporation</div> <div> Mr. Gary F. Werner, Partner, Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Business Sponsors: </div> <div>  </div> <div> Adventures in Advertising, New Dimensions in Marketing, Elmsford, NY</div> <div> Armonk Limousine Company, Inc., New York</div> <div> Cengage Learning</div> <div> Chase Bank</div> <div> City National Bank</div> <div> Guardian Trust Company</div> <div> Pearson Learning Solutions</div> <div> RG Agency Title Insurance, Peekskill, NY</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>   <img alt="" height="66" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/NYLawDay2.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Peter Sullivan of Freeport is one of the prize winners in the Berkeley College Fourth Annual Intercollegiate Business and Legal Ethics Case Competition. (Left to right): Professor Barbara Cohen, Legal Studies, New York; Berkeley College Midtown Campus students Dacio Persico and Peter Sullivan; Professor Marisol Abuin, Chair, Legal Studies, New York; and Professor Kenneth Husserl, Legal Studies, New York.</div> - end - 000Berkeley College Hosts 4th Annual Intercollegiate Business and Legal Ethics Case CompetitionPress Release103047Press ReleaseHigh School Awards; Newsroomfalse6/26/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> MIDDLETOWN STUDENT RECEIVES BERKELEY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP </div> <div> In honor of the late Carol O’Leary, former teacher and Vice President of the Academic Resource Center at the Westchester Campus, Berkeley College recently presented the Carol O’Leary Scholarship to Jessica Alessandro of Middletown in Orange County, NY. Ms. Alessandro, a senior at Minisink Valley High School in Middletown, plans to attend Berkeley College to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice – Justice Studies. She is the first student to receive the scholarship in honor of Ms. O’Leary, who suffered from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease), and died in November 2006. </div> <div> “Carole left her footprints at Berkeley, having touched our lives and the lives of hundreds of students through her kindness, dedication, love, and commitment,” says Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/WPCampus.htm">Westchester Campus</a>, Cynthia Rubino. “While her life was cut short unexpectedly, her spirit lives on through this scholarship.”</div> <div> The Carol O’Leary Scholarship is part of a continuing commitment at Berkeley College to provide educational awards to deserving students on the basis of merit and need.  Last year, Berkeley College offered more than $17 million in institutional grants and scholarship aid to eligible students. </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>                                                                                                                            <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/CarolOLearyScholarship.jpg" width="150" /> <div> Photo Caption: Jessica Alessandro of Middletown, a senior at Minisink Valley High School in Middletown, NY, was presented with the Berkeley College Carol O’Leary Scholarship during an awards ceremony held recently at the high school. Standing left to right are Terri Alessandro, Jessica Alessandro, and Berkeley College Director of High School Admissions, Westchester Campus, Giselle Rivera. Ms. Allesandro plans to attend Berkeley College to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice – Justice Studies.</div> </div> <div>  </div> <div> - end - </div>   000Middletown Student Receives Berkeley College ScholarshipPress Release103050Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/19/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE OFFERS  BS DEGREE IN HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT  AT NEW JERSEY CAMPUSES AND ONLINE</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> Berkeley College is pleased to announce it has received approval from the New Jersey Presidents’ Council to offer a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Health Services Management. The new degree will be offered at the Garret Mountain, Paramus, Newark and Middlesex locations as well as through Berkeley College Online.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> According to the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook (2008-2009) the health services industry is one of the largest employment fields. The Department of Labor projects a 16 percent growth in employment opportunities for medical and health service managers through 2016. A 19 percent increase is projected for New Jersey. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> “Offering a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Management at Berkeley’s New Jersey campuses is consistent with the College’s mission and long-standing commitment to provide quality, student-centered, professional education, especially in a field that is experiencing a shortage of personnel and is continuing to grow,” said Berkeley College Vice President Academic Affairs, New Jersey Campuses, Dr. Marianne Vakalis. “This program will produce graduates who have acquired broad-based business knowledge and technology skills to effectively and efficiently serve this increasingly complex field. Graduates will also be qualified for admission to graduate degree programs in Health Services Management or a related field.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in;">                                                                 </div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in;"> The Health Services Management curriculum includes required courses in Introduction to Health Services; Medical Terminology I and II; Ethical and Legal Aspects of Health Services; Management I and II; Computer Applications for Health Services; Research Methods for Health Services; Health Services Finance; Issues in Contemporary Health Services Management; and an Internship. Graduates with a BS degree in Health Services Management will be prepared to take on management roles in a variety of healthcare industries including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, as well as in private practices. </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> A leader in business education for 77 years, BerkeleyCollege currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an ExtensionCenter in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> - end -</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in; text-indent: 0.5in;">  </div>   000Berkeley College Offers BS Degree in Health Services Management at New Jersey Campuses and OnlinePress Release103054Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse6/3/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> PAUL SUCEC HONORED AS</div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE 2008 ALUMNI OF THE YEAR</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored Paul Sucec, naming him Berkeley College 2008 Alumni of the Year. Mr. Sucec, who majored in Marketing and earned a Bachelor’s degree from the Berkeley College Midtown New York City Campus in 2002, was recognized at the 2008 Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A marketing services manager for ESPN, Mr. Sucec began his career with the company in 1997 after serving in the United States Army. Starting in the mailroom, Mr. Sucec advanced through several careers. While working full-time at ESPN, he attended college and earned an Associate’s degree (AAS), a Bachelor’s degree (BBA), and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). In 2003, he was called up with his National Guard Unit to serve a tour in Iraq and spent a year in An Nasiriyah, located in Southern Iraq.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Sucec credits Berkeley College for setting the foundation and discipline to move ahead in his career and earn an MBA. “Several professors made a strong impression on me,” he says. “The experience and knowledge they brought into the classroom from the real world helped the class see how the education they were receiving could be translated into necessary skills.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> One of the most rewarding aspects of Mr. Sucec’s career is watching the company grow, knowing that his work has made a positive impact. His advice to graduating students about to embark on a new journey is what he learned from ESPN President George Bodenheimer: Always be a student. For Mr. Sucec, education is the key to success. “If you want to succeed in the business world,” he says, “you really need to keep educating yourself about the industry you are in. Education never stops.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> With the same enthusiasm that his Berkeley College instructors showed when he was a student, today, Mr. Sucec helps others connect and grow. In addition to a rewarding career, he and a friend have created the Web site, fellastrip.com, a community for men to share advice and tips about “guy” vacations. “I am using my Berkeley College education to push forward with an entrepreneurial spirit,” he adds.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A resident of Stratford, Connecticut, Mr. Sucec grew up in Deltona, Florida. In addition to earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Berkeley College, he earned an MBA in Marketing from Regis University and an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Technical Career Institutes (TCI). He is a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, and Disabled American Veterans.</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div>                                                                                           <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/AlumofYr.JPG" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Paul Sucec (center) of Stratford Connecticut, by naming him Berkeley College 2008 Alumni of the Year. Also in the photo are Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy and Berkeley College Vice President, Career Services and Alumni Relations, Richard Feldman. Mr. Sucec was recognized at Berkeley College 2008 Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.  - end - 000Paul Sucec Honored as Berkeley College 2008 Alumni of The YearPress Release103053Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse6/3/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> SARAH ELSAYED RECOGNIZED AS BERKELEY COLLEGE</div> <div align="center"> NEW YORK OUTSTANDING STUDENT OF THE YEAR</div> <div> Berkeley College recently honored the achievements of Sarah Elsayed of Patchogue, NY, by presenting her with The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2008. Ms. Elsayed, who completed her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management, received the award during the Berkeley College 2008 Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey.  </div> <div> The Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award is presented annually to a member of the graduating class who has met Berkeley’s high standards of academic excellence while overcoming personal, professional, or financial obstacles. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “The highest honor bestowed upon a Berkeley College graduate is The Robert Maher Award,” said Michael Baston, JD, Berkeley College Dean, Student Development and Campus Life, New York. “Each year a committee of faculty and administrators chooses a recipient who understands the value of education and demonstrates the tenacity and persistence to improve under difficult circumstances. While academic and career successes speak volumes for a student, Sarah found time to become an active and vital member of the college community and to give back to others.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Elsayed served as the Chief Editor of the Berkeley Chronicles, a student newspaper. Her position as Chief Editor made her an automatic member of the Student Council, which worked with the Student Government Association and Student Development on ways to improve student life outside of the classroom. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Elsayed was also a member of the Muslim Student Association, which was created to share information about Islam with non-Muslim students, as well as giving Muslim students a place to get together and discuss the challenges of being a young Muslim student. In addition, she was a member of Lighthouse International, an organization that provides aid to the visually impaired.</div> <div>    </div> <div> As a home-schooled student, Ms. Elsayed’s first experience in a classroom with people she didn’t know was at Berkeley College. She admits to being so shy that she didn’t speak to anyone in her classes until half-way through her courses. Overcoming shyness was a big challenge. “Not only was I able to overcome it,” she said, “but I now take every opportunity to present in public and have fun with it.”  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Her advice for recent college graduates is: “Allow well-established business people to share their experiences with you. They love it. Most important, don’t be miserable! If you don’t like what you’re doing now, change it. Make sure you put everything you’ve learned up to this point to good use.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="left">                                                                                   </div> <div align="left">     <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/NYStudentofYr.JPG" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College recently honored Sarah Elsayed (right) of Patchogue, NY, by presenting her with the Robert Maher Outstanding Student Award for 2008. Also in the photo is Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy. Ms. Elsayed was recognized at Berkeley College 2008 Commencement Ceremony held at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ.    </div> - end - 000Sarah Elsayed Recognized as Berkeley College New York Outstanding Student of the YearPress Release103052Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/3/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> Berkeley College Alumni Association Appoints </div> <div align="center"> George Nikanorov to Alumni Executive Committee</div> <div>  </div> <div> The Berkeley College Alumni Association recently appointed George Nikanorov the new Secretary of the Executive Committee of the Alumni Board. Mr. Nikanorov earned both his Associate’s degree (1998) and Bachelor's degree (2001) in International Business from Berkeley College. He received an MBA (2007) from the University of Phoenix. Mr. Nikanorov, who serves as the head of marketing for DATA Inc., Montvale, NJ, specializes in integrated marketing and communications strategies. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Mr. Nikanorov has a track record spanning multiple industries and organizations, including information technology, supply chain and transportation, human resources / employment law, and the food industry. As head of marketing for DATA Inc., he has engaged the entire global organization to build a successful integrated marketing and communications program dealing with all aspects of branding, event management with clients and vendors, public relations, and more. </div> <div>  He also oversees the company’s association and charity relationships through participation in the New Jersey Technology Council (NJTC) and New York City / New Jersey FIRST, which promotes interest in science and technology by partnering young people with local engineers, professors and business people to solve real-world engineering challenges. </div> <div> Mr. Nikanorov serves on the IT Advisory and Ambassador Committee for the New Jersey Technology Council where he has been an active participant in helping the organization with multiple events, including serving as an advisor and panelist for an NJTC conference dealing with social networking.  In addition, Mr. Nikanorov has served as a judge for the FIRST Tech Challenge, a competition held by New York City / New Jersey FIRST.  </div> <div> Never afraid of a challenge, Mr. Nikanorov has accepted the role of Secretary of the Executive Committee of the Alumni Board of Berkeley College as a way to give back by helping current and future alumni succeed.</div> <div>   </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark; two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains; and an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> <img alt="" height="141" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/George_Nikanorov.JPG" width="100" />  Photo Caption: The Berkeley College Alumni Association recently appointed George Nikanorov of Vernon, NJ, as the new Secretary of the Executive Committee of the Alumni Board. </div> - end - 000Berkeley College Alumni Association Appoints George Nikanorov to Alumni Executive CommitteePress Release103051Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse6/3/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   <div align="center"> Aimee E. Cook Appointed Secretary </div> <div align="center">  of Berkeley College Alumni Association New York Chapter</div> <div>  </div> <div> Aimee E. Cook is the new Secretary of the Berkeley College Alumni Association’s New York Chapter. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Cook, a business education teacher at Lodi High School in Lodi, NJ, teaches marketing, business law, and computers. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Ms. Cook is the advisor for INTERACT, an extra-curricular high school club. As club advisor, she oversees and supervises approximately 70 students who raise money for various charities and other community-service activities.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Cook, a resident of Perth Amboy, NJ, graduated from the Berkeley College Westchester campus, where she earned an Associate’s degree in International Business and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Management.  After holding various positions in the fashion and financial services industries, Ms. Cook realized her passion was teaching.  </div> <div>  </div> <div> With a strong background in business obtained from Berkeley College, Ms. Cook went back to school and earned a Master of Science in Education from the University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT. She holds licenses to teach Business Education in Connecticut and New Jersey. Ms. Cook is also a member of the National Business Education Association (N.B.E.A).</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for 77 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>                                                                                                             <img alt="" height="141" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/Aimee_Cook.jpg" width="100" /> Photo Caption: Aimee E. Cook, a resident of Perth Amboy, NJ, was recently appointed as the new Secretary of the Berkeley College Alumni Association’s New York Chapter. Ms. Cook is a graduate of Berkeley College, Westchester Campus. </div> - end - 000Aimee E. Cook Appointed Secretary of Berkeley College Alumni Association New York ChapterPress Release103083Photo ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse5/27/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> WHITE PLAINS MAYOR JOSEPH DELFINO ADDRESSES  BERKELEY COLLEGE GRADUATES AT 2008 COMMENCEMENT <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/CommencementDelfino.jpg" width="150" /> <div> Photo Caption: White Plains Mayor Joseph Delfino was the keynote speaker at the Berkeley College Commencement held recently at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Mayor Delfino brought along his clock as a reminder to the more than 1,200 graduates that every minute counts and they should not wait to make a difference in the world. </div> - end -   000White Plains Mayor Joseph Delfino Addresses Berkeley College Graduates at 2008 CommencementPress Release103087Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/20/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> JDRF GALA HONORS MOUNTAIN LAKES FAMILY  AND RAISES MORE THAN $1 MILLION TOWARDS RESEARCHING  A CURE FOR JUVENILE DIABETES <img alt="" height="143" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/JDRFGala.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: The Junior Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), Northern New Jersey-Rockland County Chapter, honored Brian and Tara Luing (on left) of Mountain Lakes, as the 2008 Family of the Year at its 6th Annual Dream Gala. Senior Vice President of Berkeley Educational Services Mr. Luing serves as the Chapter’s Major Gifts Chair and President Elect. Also in the photo are Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), Edward J. Ludwig, who was honored as the 2008 Man of the Year, with his wife Kathy, Gala Co-Chair. The Gala raised more than $1 million towards the search for a cure </div> - end - 000JDRF Gala Honors Mountain Lakes Family and Raises More than $1 Million Towards Researching a Cure for Juvenile DiabetesPress Release103088Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/15/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED ONE OF THE BEST PLACES  TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY FOR THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR  </div>   <img alt="" height="133" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/BestCompNJ1.JPG" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources Karen Carpentieri (center) recently accepted an award naming Berkeley College as one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey. This is the fourth consecutive year that Berkeley College has received the award. Also in the photo are presenters Managing Partner of Sobel & Co., LLC, Alan D. Sobel, and Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Gibbons P.C., June M. Inderwies. - end - 000Berkeley College Named One of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for the Fourth Consecutive YearPress Release103090Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/14/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> NEW YORK COMMISSIONER OF LABOR  VISITS BERKELEY COLLEGE NEW YORK CAMPUS    <img alt="" height="134" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/LaborCommisNY1.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption 1: New York Commissioner of Labor M. Patricia Smith (third from left), recently visited Berkeley College, New York City Campus, where she learned about the resources available to prepare Berkeley students for successful careers. Also in the photo (L to R) are Berkeley College Campus Operating Officer, New York Campus, Kristin Rowe; Association of Proprietary Colleges (APC) President Ellen Hollander; and Berkeley College Vice President of Government Relations, New York, Cynthia Rubino.  <img alt="" height="100" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/LaborCommisNY2.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption 2: During a recent visit to Berkeley College, New York City Campus, New York Commissioner of Labor M. Patricia Smith (third from left) met with Berkeley College students (L to R) Katia Medina of the Bronx, Marcella Riley of Harlem, and Esther Gross of Manhattan.   <div>  </div> </div> - end - 000New York Commissioner of Labor Visits Berkeley College New York CampusPress Release103089Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/5/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MAY 5, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   Berkeley College Takes Active Role in Helping Government  Understand Needs of Students in Higher Education <div>  </div> <div> The Berkeley College <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/GarretMountan.htm">Garret Mountain Campus in West Paterson,</a> NJ, recently hosted a visit from NJ Congressman Robert Andrews. In addition to addressing the campus community about ways to increase funding for students to attend college, Congressman Andrews toured the campus.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <img alt="" height="95" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/CRA_Q&A2.jpg" width="125" /> Caption 1: At a recent visit to the Garret Mountain Campus of Berkeley College in West Paterson, NJ, Congressman Robert Andrews addressed the campus community about ways to help ease the financial challenge of affording college so more people can benefit from higher education.</div> <div>  </div> <div>   <img alt="" height="106" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/CongressmanA%20tour.JPG" width="125" /> Caption 2: NJ Congressman Robert Andrews toured the Garret Mountain Campus of Berkeley College in West Paterson after he addressed campus community concerns about making college more affordable, especially for students in need. He is pictured here (center) with (left to right):  Berkeley College VP of Financial Aid Karyn Wright-Moore; Chairman Kevin Luing, and Vice President Tim Luing. The Congressman’s assistant, Nathaniel Bell, is in background.</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center"> - end -</div> <div>  </div>   000Berkeley College Takes Active Role in Helping Government Understand Needs of Students in Higher EducationPress Release103091Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse5/2/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="Berkeley College" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2008 Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES  TO WORK FOR IN NEW YORK </div>   <img alt="" height="195" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/BestPlacesNY2.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Chairman of the Board Kevin Luing and Berkeley College Vice President of Human Resources Karen Carpentieri recently accepted an award naming Berkeley College as one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York. The program is an initiative of The New York State Society for Human Resource Management and Best Companies Group. - end - 000Berkeley College Named One of the Best Companies to Work for in New YorkPress Release103092Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse4/2/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008 <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2008                                        Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <o:p></o:p>     <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> SELECTS <st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> PRESIDENT  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> The Board of Trustees of Berkeley College has named Dario A. Cortes, PhD, as President effective <st1:date day="7" month="7" year="2008">July 7, 2008</st1:date>.  Currently President and Executive Director of The American School Foundation in Mexico City, Dr. Cortes will assume responsibilities as President of Berkeley College following the close of the academic year.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In making the announcement, Board Chairman Kevin Luing said, “Dr. Cortes’ experience in higher education in both <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> and <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>, as well as his strategic vision and leadership skills, make him the right person to lead <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> during this time of growth. I am confident he can continue our legacy of being student-centered and providing access with success as the college expands.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “I look forward to the tremendous opportunity and challenge to lead this institution,” said Dr. Cortes.  “I believe that my 25 years in higher education qualify me to guide <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> to its next level of achievement by advancing its reputation for excellence in teaching and learning.  I also bring a personal commitment to diversity and to student-centered education.” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Cortes earned a BA degree from City University of New York (CUNY) <st1:place><st1:placename>Queens</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>, an MA degree from the <st1:place><st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Virginia</st1:placename></st1:place>, and a PhD degree from the <st1:place><st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Illinois</st1:placename></st1:place>, Urbana-Champaign.  He has completed post-graduate work at <st1:place><st1:placename>Harvard</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place> and the <st1:place><st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Pennsylvania</st1:placename></st1:place>, and in 2008 he was named a  Klingenstein Fellow of <st1:place><st1:placename>Columbia</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype>Teachers College</st1:placetype></st1:place>. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Prior to his current position Dr. Cortes was Vice President for Academic Affairs at Fashion Institute of Technology, the State University of New York.  He also has served as Dean at Fairleigh <st1:city><st1:place>Dickinson</st1:place></st1:city> University; and Associate Dean, Graduate Studies and Research at the <st1:place><st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Maryland</st1:placename></st1:place> at <st1:city><st1:place>College Park</st1:place></st1:city>.  In addition, Dr. Cortes has had many senior administrative and faculty positions at the <st1:place><st1:placename>John</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Hopkins</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place>; <st1:place><st1:placename>North Carolina</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>State</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place> and the <st1:place><st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Wisconsin</st1:placename></st1:place> – <st1:city><st1:place>Madison</st1:place></st1:city>.  Dr. Cortes has received numerous teaching awards, fellowships and honors.  He is an accomplished author, editor, lecturer and conference leader.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In Mexico City Dr. Cortes serves on the Educational Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of the Consejo Mexicano de Asuntos Internacionales (COMEXI).  His prior board service includes the Executive Committee of the American Council of Education, Council of Fellows; Chairman of the Board of Zhejiang International Institute of Fashion Technology, <st1:state><st1:place>Zhejiang</st1:place></st1:state>, <st1:country-region><st1:place>China</st1:place></st1:country-region>; the Children’s <st1:place><st1:placetype>Museum</st1:placetype> of <st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename></st1:place>, NYC; Instituto Superior de Empresa <st1:place><st1:city>y Moda</st1:city>, <st1:state>Madrid</st1:state>, <st1:country-region>Spain</st1:country-region></st1:place>; American Conference of Academic Deans; and the Admissions Task Force for the College Board.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program.  All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p>                                                                               </o:p> <img alt="" height="166" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/DCortesPhD_ret.jpg" width="150" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College has selected Dario A. Cortes, PhD, as President. - end - 000Berkeley College Selects New PresidentPress Release103093Press ReleaseCommencement; Newsroomfalse4/1/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2008                                          Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <o:p></o:p>   <st1:city><st1:place>BERKELEY</st1:place></st1:city> COLLEGE KICKS INTO HIGH GEAR FOR 2008 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Joseph Delfino, Mayor of the City of White Plains, NY, will deliver the Commencement Address at the Berkeley College 2008 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, April 25, at the Izod Center, 50 Route 120 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Commencement exercises will begin at <st1:time hour="9" minute="0">9 a.m.</st1:time> Approximately 1,250 students from <st1:place><st1:city>Berkeley College</st1:city> <st1:state>New Jersey</st1:state></st1:place>, <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state>, and Online campuses will receive Bachelor or Associate degrees. The ceremony can be seen live on the Internet at http://video.berkeleycollege.edu/graduation.htm.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A sought after international speaker on redevelopment initiatives, Mayor Delfino has most recently served as President of the New York State Conference of Mayors. He has overseen a revitalization of the downtown business district of White Plains that has spurred more than $3 billion in new development. When he was elected Mayor of the City of <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city> in 1997, the <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city> office vacancy rate was 34% - the highest in the nation. Today, the office vacancy rate is just 7%.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Mayor Delfino’s long and distinguished public service career began in 1979 when he was elected to the White Plains Common Council. During his 10-year tenure on the Council, he served in various leadership roles including President. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In 1989, Mr. Delfino was elected to the Westchester County Board of Legislators representing the Fifth Legislative District. During his eight-year tenure in the <st1:place><st1:placetype>County</st1:placetype> <st1:placename>Legislature</st1:placename></st1:place>, he served on various Board Committees most notably as Vice-Chair.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In 2001, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> joined the downtown and became an important partner in economic development, providing the trained workforce needed by the many new companies locating offices in <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Mayor Delfino has been recognized by numerous organizations for his outstanding public service leadership and achievements, including the first ever Man of the Year by the Westchester Jewish Conference in 1993.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of over 6,000 students, with more than 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. All campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.<o:p></o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p></o:p>        <img alt="" height="192" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MayorDelfinoHeadshot.jpg" width="200" />  Photo Caption: Berkeley College Commencement speaker Joseph Delfino, Mayor of the City of White Plains.   - end - 000Berkeley College Kicks into High Gear for 2008 Commencement CeremonyPress Release103095Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/21/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2008                                          Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <o:p></o:p>   <st1:place></st1:place> <st1:place>BRONX</st1:place> STUDENT RECEIVES <st1:city><st1:place>BERKELEY</st1:place></st1:city> COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF ALUMNA LOST IN THE <st1:place><st1:placename>WORLD</st1:placename> <st1:placename>TRADE</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>CENTER</st1:placetype></st1:place><o:p></o:p> In honor of an alumna who perished in the <st1:place><st1:placename>World</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Trade</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, Ursula Berrios of the <st1:place>Bronx</st1:place>, NY, recently was awarded the Patricia Cimaroli Massari Scholarship in a special evening ceremony held at the Berkeley College NYC Midtown Campus.  The Patricia Cimaroli Massari Scholarship was established in memory of a <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city> alumna who died on <st1:date day="11" month="9" year="2001">September 11, 2001</st1:date>, and has been awarded annually since 2002 to a deserving <st1:place><st1:city>Berkeley College</st1:city> <st1:state>New York</st1:state></st1:place> student who is entering their third year of study toward a Bachelor’s degree.  “It is to the ultimate credit of the Cimaroli and Massari families that they chose to remember Patricia with hope for the future, through the creation of a scholarship in her name,” said Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Glen Zeitzer.  “To our sixth recipient, Ursula Berrios, I congratulate you, and I urge you to make the most of your education, and the most of your life, much the same way as Patricia did.  This is one of those rare occasions we may look at our past with sadness, but at our future with hope.” Ms. Massari was one of 14 <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> students and alumni who perished in the <st1:place><st1:placename>World</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Trade</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>.  Four months prior to her death, the 4.0 graduate who had returned to the College to complete her Bachelor’s degree, had been named Alumna of the Year.  The Scholarship was established at the College at the request of the Cimaroli and Massari families to honor Patricia’s belief that education is the path to success. In her essay, which is a requirement for eligibility for this Scholarship, Ms. Berrios wrote about how losing her mother to a rare form of cancer when she was 12 years of age was a changing point in her life.  The experience made her become more independent, and not take people or things for granted.      <img alt="" height="150" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/MassariScholarship.jpg" width="200" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College New York Dean of Student Development and Campus Life Michael Baston (left) and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Glen Zeitzer, congratulate Massari Scholar Award recipient Ursula Berrios of the Bronx.  The Award honors the memory of Patricia Cimaroli Massari, a <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> alumna who perished in the attacks on the <st1:place><st1:placename>World</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Trade</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>. - end - 000Bronx Student Receives Berkeley College Scholarship in Memory of Alumna Lost in the World Trade CenterPress Release103096Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse3/18/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />   TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2008                                             Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <o:p></o:p>     <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ALUMNI ASSOCIATION <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> INSTALLS OFFICERS</h1>     <img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/AlumniOfficers3-08.jpg" width="299" /> <h1 align="left" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Alumni Association recently installed new officers. Seated left to right are Cassandra James (Secretary) of the <st1:place>Bronx</st1:place> and Max Perez (President) of <st1:place><st1:city>Livingston</st1:city>, <st1:state>NJ</st1:state></st1:place>. Standing left to right are Veronica Ramirez-Chance (Vice President, NJ Chapter) of Passaic, NJ; Kim Binns (President, NJ Chapter) of Irvington, NJ; Sonya Nemeth (Secretary, NJ Chapter) of Clifton, NJ; Dawn Gray (Secretary, NY Chapter) of Metuchen, NJ; and Jacqueline Clay (Vice President, NY Chapter) of Hicksville, NY.   <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> Not pictured:  Penelope Christopher ( Vice President) of <st1:place>St. Albans</st1:place>, NY, and Franseca Morrison (Treasurer) of Suffern, NY.<o:p></o:p>   - end - 000Berkeley College Alumni Association Installs OfficersPress Release103097Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/29/2008200812/19/2008200812/19/20082008 <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />  Friday, February 29, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>        <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">                       TERI DUDA HONORED<o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <st1:stockticker>ONE</st1:stockticker> OF <st1:stockticker>NEW</st1:stockticker> <st1:place>JERSEY</st1:place>’S BEST 50 WOMEN IN BUSINESS<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs, was named one of <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>’s Best 50 Women in Business by NJBIZ, a <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> business news publication. The Best 50 Women in Business awards program, sponsored by Wachovia Bank, Lowenstein Sandler PC and WithumSmith+Brown, honors <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>’s most dynamic women in business making headlines in their fields. The awards recognize the impact of women who are business owners and business leaders in creating jobs and building communities in <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Duda is well-known and respected in local communities where she serves in a variety of leadership roles. In her capacity as Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Teri manages community relations and political liasoning throughout <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>. Teri is Chair Emeritus of the Paramus Chamber of Commerce and currently serves as Senior Vice President of Government Relations. Teri is active in the Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce where she serves as Vice President of Education. And she is a Trustee of the Passaic County 200 Club, where she is working to bolster membership. An active Rotarian, Teri launched the Hope for a Better Tomorrow program in District 7490 this past year. The comprehensive program seeks to give struggling families a ‘hand up instead of a hand out.’ Teri was proud to join the Newark Regional Business Partnership Board in 2007. <o:p> </o:p> While maintaining her active role in the communities <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> serves, Teri is always looking to improve the lives of <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>’s youth. Her most recent initiative is the Goodwill Ambassadors program which has been successfully launched in <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city> and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. The interactive youth leadership development program is designed to create enthusiastic, informed spokespeople and will be launching in <st1:city><st1:place>Paterson</st1:place></st1:city> and <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place> in fall 2008. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Ms. Duda is also the recipient of the 2008 Garden State Woman of the Year award in the area of Education, and last year Teri was honored to receive The Shirley Chisholm Catalyst for Change Award in the category of Civic and Community Service from the office of Sheila Oliver, Assemblywoman of the 35th District. Her work and involvement on behalf of <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> in the ongoing economic development, planning, and partnerships in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, as well as <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> locations in <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>, have improved the lives of those who live and work throughout <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>. <o:p> </o:p>  “We are truly fortunate to have the opportunity to recognize this outstanding group of women,” said David A. Schankweiler, CEO of Journal Publications, parent company of NJBIZ.  “As business and community leaders, they are constantly redefining success within and outside the business arena.  On behalf of NJBIZ, we would like to thank and congratulate these fifty outstanding women for their dedication to <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>’s future.” NJBIZ and the program sponsors will honor this year’s 50 winners with an awards ceremony on Monday, March 31 at the Palace in <st1:place><st1:city>Somerset</st1:city>, <st1:state>NJ</st1:state></st1:place>.  In addition, winners will be highlighted in a special supplement to NJBIZ on <st1:date day="7" month="4" year="2008">April 7, 2008</st1:date>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> For information about the NJBIZ Best 50 Women in Business awards program or to purchase tickets, please visit <a href="http://www.njbiz.com/events">www.njbiz.com/events</a> or contact Adina Gold at <a href="mailto:agold@njbiz.com">agold@njbiz.com</a>, 732-246-5713.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   <img alt="" height="420" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/TeriDuda.jpg" width="300" /> Caption: Teri Duda, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs, was named one of <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state>’s Best 50 Women in Business by NJBIZ, a <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> business news publication.                                                                 - end -     000Teri Duda Honored as One of New Jersey's Best 50 Women in BusinessPress Release103105Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse2/15/2008200812/22/2008200812/22/20082008   <div> <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /></div> <div> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2008                                          Contact: Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>   </div>   <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center">  </div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE TO OFFER NEW DEGREES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE</div> <div align="center"> IN NEW YORK CITY</div> <div align="center">  </div> <div> Berkeley College is pleased to announce it has received approval from the New York State Board of Regents to offer the AAS and BS degrees in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice at its New York City locations. The BS degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice is also offered at the Westchester Campus in White Plains, and both degrees are offered at four New Jersey locations as well as through Berkeley College Online™. </div> <div>  </div> <div> “Offering this new degree is consistent with the College’s mission and long-standing commitment to provide quality, student-centered, professional education, especially in fields needing highly qualified, well educated personnel,” said Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy. “This program will produce graduates who have acquired broad-based business knowledge and technology skills to effectively and efficiently serve in this increasingly complex field.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College students who earn a BS degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice will be armed with the interpersonal and managerial skills required for successful careers in justice administration. With elective courses in specialized areas such as Terrorism, Cyber Crime, Global Security, and Intelligence, students have the opportunity to analyze emerging issues in the field and focus their studies in a single area such as policing or security.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The AAS degree in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice is designed to prepare graduates with the skills required for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering justice including police and corrections departments, state and federal agencies, and private and corporate security operations. Some of the required courses, which have been designed to enhance students’ employment opportunities, include Introduction to Justice Studies; Criminal Law; Criminal Procedure; and Forensic Science.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Transfer students and those with Associate degrees who are interested in pursuing Bachelor degrees should contact the Office of Admissions or the Dean at the Campus in which you are interested.   </div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online™ and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div>                                                                                         - end -</div> <div>  </div>   000Berkeley College to Offer New Degrees in Criminal Justice in New York CityPress Release103106Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse1/29/2008200812/22/2008200812/22/20082008 <style id="vocushtml" type="text/css"> #VOCUSHTML{font-size:10pt;} </style> <div> <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /></div> <div> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008                                              Contact: Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     </div> <div align="center"> BERKELEY COLLEGE SENIOR VP EXTERNAL AFFAIRS</div> <div align="center"> HONORED FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO EDUCATION </div> <div align="center"> AT GARDEN STATE WOMAN OF THE YEAR LUNCHEON</div> <div>  </div> <div> Berkeley College is proud to announce that Senior Vice President of External Affairs Teri Duda was honored as Garden State Woman of the Year in the category of Education at the Third Annual Luncheon hosted by the Garden State Woman Education Foundation. At the event, GardenState Woman magazine founder and editor, Judy Chapman, acknowledged all 11 of the award recipients for their commitment of giving back to the community, and for their significance as role models for other women. Proceeds from the luncheon support the education of exceptional young women graduating from New Jersey inner-city school systems.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “We are thrilled that Teri’s outstanding dedication to helping New Jersey residents to further their education is being recognized by Garden State Woman magazine,” says Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin Luing. “Teri’s commitment and involvement brings more internships, community service opportunities and satisfying careers to our students while also contributing to community and business growth.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Ms. Duda has been honored on several occasions for her contribution towards helping to further the education of New Jersey citizens. Most recently the NJ General Assembly presented her with The Shirley Chisholm Catalyst for Change Award, citing her work at Berkeley College as having enabled thousands of people to realize their own “American Dream.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, an Extension Center in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Newark. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.</div> <div>                                                                             </div> <div> - end -</div>   000Berkeley College Senior Vice President of External Affairs Honored for Outstanding Contributions to EducationPress Release103023Photo ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/21/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE      FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2007                                            Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>                    ETHEL C. TOWNSEND FOUNDATION RECEIVES <o:p></o:p>  $19,350 FROM COMPANIES TO BENEFIT <o:p></o:p> <st1:city><st1:place>BERKELEY</st1:place></st1:city> COLLEGE STUDENTS<o:p></o:p> <img alt="" height="241" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/ECTFoundationCheckPresentation.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption: A donation in the amount of $19,350 was presented to the Ethel C. Townsend (ECT) Foundation scholarship fund at its recent Board meeting. The donation comprised gifts from companies that participated in recent Career Fairs held at Berkeley College. Left to right are Berkeley College New Jersey Career Services Director of Business Development Barbara DeLellis; Chairman of the Executive Committee of the ECT Foundation Jay Van Delden; Berkeley College New Jersey Career Services Director Dave Sabin; and Member of the Executive Committee of the ECT Foundation Don Phillips. More than $17 million in financial aid is provided to students annually by Berkeley College. - end -   000Ethel C. Townsend Foundation Receives $19,350 From Companies to Benefit Berkeley College StudentsPress Release103024Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/18/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2007                                         Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>         <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> OFFERS NEW BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAM IN INTERIOR DESIGN MANAGEMENT<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is pleased to announce it has received approval from the New Jersey President’s Council to offer a new Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design Management. <o:p> </o:p> The Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design Management was developed in response to student and workplace demand.  Graduates who major in Interior Design Management are prepared for success in entry-level careers as project managers with construction, interior design and architectural firms.    Required courses in this field build upon the challenging two-year interior design curriculum by incorporating a full complement of project management courses.  <o:p> </o:p> “There is a growing need for well prepared project managers throughout the Metro New York region,” says Berkeley College Chair of Interior Design, Kevin Byrne, ASID.  “The combination of content in this curriculum is brand new, and graduates with this degree can earn higher salaries.” <o:p> </o:p> “Offering this new degree is consistent with the mission of Berkeley College and its long-standing commitment to provide quality, student-centered, professional education, especially in fields that are experiencing a shortage of personnel and are continuing to grow,” says Berkeley College Interim President, Dr. Rose Mary Healy. “These graduates will be knowledgeable about interior design skills as well as both basic and specialized business practices. This is a brand new, unique curriculum.”  <o:p> </o:p> Transfer students who hold two-year degrees or have successfully completed the appropriate undergraduate courses in interior design are eligible to have those courses considered for application toward the requirements of the Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design Management.  The business and upper-level courses are available online as well as onsite, and are taught by the same faculty. <o:p> </o:p> For more information visit <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/bachelors/Interior_Design">www.berkeleycollege.edu/bachelors/Interior_Design</a> or call 1-800-446-5400. <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> . <o:p> </o:p>  - end -     000Berkeley College Offers New Bachelor's Degree Program in Interior Design ManagementPress Release103025Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse12/6/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2007                                           Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>      <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> FIRST CLASS OF GOODWILL AMBASSADORS</h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  GRADUATE FROM <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  MIDDLESEX CAMPUS <o:p></o:p></h1> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is happy to announce the recent graduation of its first class of Goodwill Ambassadors from the <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/campuses/Middlesex.htm">Middlesex Campus</a> in <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>. A total of 27 students from local high schools took part in the 10-week Goodwill Ambassadors – The Youth Connection program that was implemented by <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Graduates received certificates, briefcases, and engraved name tags to be worn whenever they represent the Town of <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>.   Each week students participated in workshops covering such topics as Leadership, Business Etiquette and Networking; Teamwork; Economic Development; Election History; Woodbridge History; Community Involvement; and Cultural Life. Presentations were given by experts in the community and followed by focus groups where students discussed the topics presented. “This comprehensive program is designed to create enthusiastic, informed spokespeople from the youth community who represent the Township of Woodbridge, and is the first of its kind to be launched in New Jersey with a college as a sponsor,” says Senior Vice President of External Affairs for Berkeley College Teri Duda, who created the program.  Among the dignitaries at the ceremony were Mayor McCormac, Councilman Charles Kenny, Board of Education Member Lawrence Miloscia, and Vice President of Corporate Affairs for the Middlesex Water Company Bernadette Sohler. Speaking at the graduation, Woodbridge Campus Operating Officer Diane Recinos said that she was impressed with the high school students from the beginning.                                                               <o:p> </o:p> “As the sessions continued I had the opportunity to see you grow, create relationships and really exemplify why you were chosen for the program in the first place,” Recinos said. “The information you learned over a short period of time will stay with you forever.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Mayor McCormac thanked <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> for hosting the youth program and congratulated the students for being the first Goodwill Ambassadors to represent the Town of <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “I’ve no doubt you are all high-achieving students in your individual schools, and there are many more honors students just like you,” Mayor McCormac said. “However, by participating in this program, you have distinguished yourselves. Being a Goodwill Ambassador sets you apart from other outstanding students.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In addressing the graduates Ms. Duda spoke about the importance of having young people involved in their communities.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “It is my belief that when the youth believes in its community, there is great hope for the community’s future,” Ms. Duda said. “Wherever you go in your bright futures you will take with you the values and sense of community that <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city> residents exemplify.”<o:p></o:p>                                                         <o:p></o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College has two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> .   <o:p> </o:p><img alt="" height="200" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/Colonia.jpg" width="300" /> <o:p></o:p><o:p></o:p>Photo Caption A: Students from Colonia High School recently graduated from the “Goodwill Ambassadors-Youth Connection” program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Viraj Dalal; Kristina Sapienza; Samantha Capitani; Claire Oh; Amar Patel; Kinjal Patel; and Julie Goopta.  <img alt="" height="199" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/JFK.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption B: Students from the John F. Kennedy Memorial High School recently graduated from the “Goodwill Ambassadors-Youth Connection” program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Rebecca Vietze; Alana Sorge; Kyle Grimes; Chris Ruggiero; Neil Shah; Sukhvir Singh; Betty Tran; Jharna Patel; and Vivek Reddy. <img alt="" height="233" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/Woodbridge.jpg" width="350" /> Photo Caption C: Students from Woodbridge High School recently graduated from the “Goodwill Ambassadors-Youth Connection” program implemented by Berkeley College in partnership with Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac and with local schools and businesses. Standing left to right are Karen Cruz; Aline Carrancho; Louis Contreras; Tasneem Hossain; Nadia Hernandez; Caitlin Early; Jewell Palmer; and Donte Williams. - end - 000First Class of Goodwill Ambassadors Graduate from Program at Berkeley College Middlesex CampusPress Release103026Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/16/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 Contact: Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122 <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> HONORS <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> JONATHAN WEIDENBAUM <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  WITH <st1:state><st1:place>NEW YORK</st1:place></st1:state> TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>             <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> recently honored Jonathan Weidenbaum, PhD., by presenting him with the New York Award for Outstanding Teaching. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city> students. Dr. Weidenbaum has been a faculty member of the Berkeley College Liberal Arts Department since 2005.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Each fall <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> recognizes the importance of teaching to the success of the College and the success of our students by presenting awards for excellence to outstanding faculty members,” said Berkeley College Interim President and Provost Dr. Rose Mary Healy. “It is an honor and a pleasure to present Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum with the New York Award for Outstanding Teaching.” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “This year Dr. Weidenbaum has performed a masterful juggling act by teaching, participating in professional development and serving our college and community,” said Dr. Glen Zeitzer, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs for the <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses. “But it is as a teacher that Dr. Weidenbaum truly excels. In nominating him for this award, one of his colleagues wrote, ‘Take 10 minutes out of your day to listen to Jon Weidenbaum’s classroom and you will know why he is the faculty member of the year.’” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Weidenbaum is the faculty advisor of the Berkeley Chronicles, the student newspaper. His most recent work, “The Philosopher and the Neuroscientist: Dewey, Harris and the Nature of Religious Experiences” will appear later this month in The Journal of Liberal Religion, an online theological journal <a href="http://meadville.edu/LL_JournalLR.htm" target="_blank"> (http://meadville.edu/LL_JournalLR.htm</a> ).<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Weidenbaum is a member of the American Philosophical Association (APA). He holds a PhD. in Philosophy from the University at Buffalo (SUNY) and a B.A. in Philosophy and Religious Studies form the University at Albany (SUNY).<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <img alt="" height="199" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/NYTeacherofYear.jpg" width="300" /> Photo Caption (left to right): Dr. Glen Zeitzer, Berkeley College Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, New York; Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum, recipient of the Berkeley College New York Award for Outstanding Teaching; and Interim President and Provost Dr. Rose Mary Healy. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Jonathan Weidenbaum with New York Teacher of The Year AwardPress Release103027Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/15/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2007                                             Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>   Note to Editors: This is the second of two releases from <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> celebrating National Distance Learning Week (Nov. 12 – 17) sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) to promote distance learning.   Check out the video via the hyperlink Library staff below. <o:p> </o:p>   BERKELEY COLLEGE® ONLINE LIBRARY RISES TO THE CHALLENGE OF DISTANCE LEARNING   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Providing online students with the same ‘walk-in’ feel, and the same access to services and materials as onsite students, was the initial challenge for Berkeley College Library staff when the institution first launched online courses in 2003. Today, the college offers 15 online degrees, and library staff is on hand to support and guide distance learning students every step of the way. <o:p> </o:p> As the United States Distance Learning Association celebrates the 2007 Distance Learning week, Nov. 12 – 16, the Berkeley College Online Library is proud of its success. <o:p> </o:p> Last year, according to a report by the New York State Education Department Review Team, the Berkeley College Online Library was cited as being “comprehensive, navigating intuitively, and giving an almost physical sense of being inside a library where resources, support services, and ‘live’ help are instantly accessible.” <o:p> </o:p> “Transferring library instruction to the online environment has required that librarians learn new methods of delivery,” says Berkeley College Library Services Director Marlene Doty. “Through the use of narrated PowerPoint presentations, Camtasia, Wimba, and Video Communicator tools, we are developing information literacy instruction that effectively engages the distance learner.” <o:p> </o:p> The entire <a href="http://video.berkeleycollege.edu/video/faculty/instructor/Library-LeslinCharles.mov">Library staff</a> at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is qualified to assist online students during regular campus hours via phone, e-mails or instant messaging. On evenings and weekends, a part-time online librarian responds to student questions. <o:p> </o:p> Library staff also works closely with online faculty. Each faculty member is paired with a Library liaison who offers assistance in updating and collecting materials to support online course curriculum. In addition, liaisons keep faculty apprised of library services and resources, including what’s new in the professional collection section that supports the continuing education of online faculty. <o:p> </o:p> “The college librarians have traditionally had a symbiotic relationship with faculty that has benefited the on-campus library instruction program,” says Ms. Doty. “Minus the many on-campus opportunities for informal discussions, the library liaison program fills that void by connecting a librarian to each online faculty member.” <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, Berkeley College Online offers a Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> .<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                              - end -       000Berkeley College Online Library Rises to the Challenge of Distance LearningPress Release103028Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/13/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007                                         Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>       <o:p> </o:p> Note to Editors: This is the first of two releases from <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> celebrating National Distance Learning Week (Nov. 12 – 17) sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) to promote distance learning.   <o:p> </o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> OF <st1:state><st1:place>NEW YORK</st1:place></st1:state> AND NEW <st1:place>JERSEY</st1:place> CELEBRATES GROWTH IN <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> ONLINE® DEGREE PROGRAMS<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Online started out slowly, fine tuning each degree program, and today offers a total of 15 online degrees. The attention to detail paid off, and over the past three years enrollment in Berkeley College Online has grown at an average rate of 50%.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “The online program at <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is second to none,” says Berkeley College Coordinator of Online Faculty Support, Dr. Mary Jane Clerkin. “It has a very comprehensive program for both student and faculty support. What is more, our online faculty members make their courses more personal by using Camtasia, Wimba, and Video Communicator tools to welcome their students, and many professors use this technology to enhance their lectures and messages, as well as to provide for the different learning styles of their students.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Because <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online faculty believes that students need to play an active role in their education, professors participate in discussion boards encouraging and inspiring students to contribute. In addition, most of the online faculty is easily accessible via instant messaging.  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “What’s unique about Berkeley College Online is that most of our professors have been with the college a long time and also teach onsite classes. The fact that many are also Department Chairs speaks volumes for the integrity of our program,” says Dr. Clerkin.  <o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> Dr. Clerkin is the recipient of the 2007 USDLA Best Practices Gold Award for Distance Learning Teaching Online in the category of Online – Higher Education. The award recognizes outstanding individuals whose programs demonstrate extraordinary achievement in scholarly research and writing, leadership, and service. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Recognizing the important part that USDLA plays in advancing online education, Dr. Clerkin looks forward to the USDLA 2008 National Conference where she will serve as Program Committee Chair.<o:p></o:p>  <o:p></o:p> “<st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> has built a national reputation in the field of online learning,” says Berkeley College Online Dean Dr. Susan Biro. “Our online students have nearly round-the-clock access to the faculty, the library and librarians, as well as their advisors in student development, advisement, and career services. They also have access to lifetime career assistance.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> What is the profile of a <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> online degree student?  <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Online Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein says, “Most of our online students are returning to complete their Bachelor’s degrees. Along with the flexibility of online learning, which helps these students juggle their busy lives, the ‘high touch’ learning environment seems very well suited to their needs.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> recently received approval to offer the highly popular Fashion Marketing and Management degree online. This fully-integrated degree program is the 14th among its other online degree programs. Those include Business Administration; Financial Services; General Business; Health Services Management; Health Services Administration; Health Services Administration – Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding; Information Systems Management; International Business; Justice Studies – Criminal Justice; Management; Management – Entrepreneurship; Management - Human Resources; and Marketing. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Online is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, Berkeley College currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, Berkeley College Online offers a Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.  <img alt="" height="321" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/newsandevents/photos/MJClerkin_2.jpg" width="300" />              Photo Caption: Berkeley College celebrates Coordinator of Online Faculty Support Dr. Mary Jane Clerkin, recipient of the 2007 USDLA Best Practices Gold Award for Distance Learning Teaching Online in the category of Online – Higher Education, during National Distance Learning Week (Nov. 12 -16).    - end - 000Berkeley College of New York and New Jersey Celebrates Growth in Berkeley College Online® Degree ProgramsPress Release103029Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/9/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE         FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007                                        Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>    <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> HONORS MANUEL CORREA<o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  WITH ONLINE TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD<o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p>             <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> recently honored Manuel (Manny) Correa by presenting him with the Online Faculty Award for Outstanding Teaching. The Award recognizes a faculty member who is a role model in demonstrating commitment to the success of <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city> students. A faculty member since 2002, Mr. Correa has been teaching online management and business classes since 2003.   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> “Each fall <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city> recognizes the importance of teaching to the success of the College and to the success of our students by presenting awards for excellence to outstanding faculty members,” said Berkeley College Interim President and Provost Dr. Rose Mary Healy.  “It is an honor and a pleasure to present Manny Correa with the Online Faculty Award for Outstanding Teaching.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>             “Although Mr. Correa teaches both onsite and online courses, it has been his ongoing commitment to online teaching and learning that has distinguished him among our students and his peers,” said Berkeley College Online Dean Dr. Susan Biro. “The best testimony to Mr. Correa’s dedication to teaching comes from his students who say they learn beyond what they need to succeed, and that Mr. Correa’s classes are enjoyable, fun and a great learning experience.”<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Mr. Correa is the Coordinator of Noncredit International Programs for <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>. In this program, students of the <st1:place><st1:placename>European</st1:placename> <st1:placename>Business</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>School</st1:placetype></st1:place> come to <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> to attend classes. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Mr. Correa joined <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> after spending 30 years in the corporate sector, most recently as Vice President of Marketing for an executive search firm. He also works as an independent consultant, providing business consulting and planning services to small and mid-size organizations.   <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>             Mr. Correa is a former member of the board of the <st1:place><st1:city>Yonkers</st1:city>, <st1:state>NY</st1:state></st1:place>, chapter of the Young Men’s Christian Association. A Ph. D. candidate at <st1:place><st1:placename>Northcentral</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>University</st1:placetype></st1:place>, he holds an MBA in Finance from <st1:place><st1:placename>Iona</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> and a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from <st1:place><st1:placename>Manhattan</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place>. <o:p></o:p>                    A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/Online/INDEX.HTM">Berkeley College® Online</a> and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>. <o:p> </o:p> <img alt="" height="232" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/OnlineTeacherofYear.jpg" width="350" /> Photo Caption: Berkeley College Interim President and Provost Dr. Rose Mary Healy (left) with Manny Correa, Management, New York, who received the Berkeley College Online Award for Outstanding Teaching, and Berkeley College Online Dean Dr. Susan Biro. - end - 000Berkeley College Honors Manuel Correa with Online Teacher of the Year AwardPress Release103030Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse11/6/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008     <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007                                         Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>       <h1 style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <o:p> </o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> BERKELEY COLLEGE® ONLINE PROVIDES FLEXIBILITY TO FASHION STUDENTS  <o:p></o:p></h1> <o:p> </o:p> <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> is pleased to announce that it has received approval to offer its popular Fashion Marketing & Management Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees completely online. <o:p> </o:p> “These are not just courses,” cites Berkeley College Online Dean Dr. Susan Biro. “These are unique in that they are total online degree programs that combine the business of fashion with career preparation and placement.” <o:p> </o:p> “The new online programs are for busy people – most who are already working – and want to take their careers to the next level,” says Berkeley College Chair of Fashion Marketing & Management Guy Adamo. “These programs mirror <st1:city><st1:place>Berkeley</st1:place></st1:city>’s onsite Fashion Marketing and Management degree curriculum that includes a strong Liberal Arts component and is stimulating, innovative, and trendy.” <o:p> </o:p> The Fashion Marketing and Management degree curriculum is designed with the help of an advisory board of industry professionals, including designers, product developers, buyers, and visual merchandisers, ensuring that graduates are well prepared to fill industry needs. Students are taught by professors with extensive experience and impressive credentials in the fashion industry. <o:p> </o:p> Some of the required courses for both degrees include Introduction to the Fashion Business, Computer Applications for the Fashion Industry, Merchandise Planning and Buying, Fashion Forecasting, Home Merchandising, and Product Lifecycle Planning.  “Berkeley College Online students benefit from a flexible learning environment, and direct support services that include online professionals in Student Development, Library, Advising, and Career Services,” says Berkeley College Online Campus Operating Officer Sharon Goldstein. The new online Fashion Marketing and Management degree courses begin in January 2008, and students can enroll in the programs from any location in the world. After online fashion students complete their coursework, including internships, they are ready to enter careers in various merchandising areas such as visual merchandising, buying, allocation and planning and showroom sales. A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. Information about the Fashion Marketing and Management programs may be found at the College’s website at <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/bachelors/Fashion_Marketing/">www.berkeleycollege.edu/bachelors/Fashion_Marketing/</a> .<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>                                                                                                   - end - 000Berkeley College Online® Provides Flexibility to Fashion StudentsPress Release103031Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/17/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007                                           Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>     <o:p> </o:p> <st1:country-region><st1:place>U.S.</st1:place></st1:country-region> UNDER SECRETARY OF EDUCATION MEETS WITH <st1:place><st1:placename>BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTS ON NATIONAL TOUR TO LEARN THEIR ASPIRATIONS AND CHALLENGES TO OBTAINING A COLLEGE DEGREE<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A small group of <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> non-traditional students recently participated in a roundtable discussion and individual conversations with Madam Under Secretary Sara Martinez Tucker as part of her national listening tour.  Under Secretary Tucker is charged with carrying out the recommendations from Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings’ Commission on the Future of Higher Education, which calls for expanding the accessibility, affordability, and accountability of higher education for more Americans <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy and Berkeley College Chairman Kevin Luing were joined by Career College Association representatives, including President Harris Miller during the visit.<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Dr. Healy commented, “This is a great opportunity for our students to experience firsthand the value of the process of community and civic engagement, which – along with the academics and workplace preparedness – is vital to their success.” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Chairman Luing said, “The engagement by top federal education policy officials like Madam Under Secretary Tucker with non-traditional higher education students is absolutely critical.  An enormous workforce challenge faces this country and, for most working Americans, we need alternatives to a traditional four-year liberal arts education.  Career education, with its emphasis on market driven curricula, flexible class schedules, student support, and employer outreach, is transforming the conventional wisdom about higher education.  Business and education partnerships are essential to build our economic strength.”<o:p></o:p>      <o:p></o:p> “Kudos to Secretary Tucker for reaching out to career college students and seeking their views on a range of higher education topics,” said <st1:personname>CCA</st1:personname> President Harris N. Miller.  “Career education is increasingly important to our nation’s efforts to field a globally competitive 21st century workforce as well as to Americans seeking the market driven skills they need to gain higher paying, higher value jobs and careers.  We hope that Secretary Tucker will use what she hears from the students to help remove barriers to educational access and affordability and, by doing so, speed them on their way to realizing the American dream.” <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, <st1:place><st1:placename>Berkeley</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>College</st1:placetype></st1:place> currently maintains an enrollment of more than 6,000 students, with nearly 600 international students in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two <st1:state><st1:place>New York</st1:place></st1:state> campuses in Midtown Manhattan and <st1:city><st1:place>White Plains</st1:place></st1:city>, an <st1:place><st1:placename>Extension</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>Center</st1:placetype></st1:place> in <st1:place>Lower Manhattan</st1:place> in the Wall Street area, and four <st1:state><st1:place>New Jersey</st1:place></st1:state> campuses located in <st1:place>West Paterson</st1:place>, <st1:place>Paramus</st1:place>, <st1:city><st1:place>Woodbridge</st1:place></st1:city>, and <st1:city><st1:place>Newark</st1:place></st1:city>. In addition, the College offers Berkeley College® Online and its Corporate Learning Partnership program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> .<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p>  <img alt="" height="205" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/UnderSec&Stud.jpg" width="350" />                                                   Photo Caption A:  Madam Under Secretary Sara Martinez Tucker (center) of the US Department of Education met with non-traditional Berkeley College students during her national “Listening Tour.”  Pictured with her (left to right) are Berkeley College Chairman Kevin Luing, Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy, Berkeley College Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs, New York Dr. Glen Zeitzer, and Career College Association President Harris Miller. <img alt="" height="246" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/UnderSec01.jpg" width="350" /> Photo Caption B: Berkeley College was one of the first stops on the national “Listening Tour” of Madam Undersecretary Tucker of the US Department of Education (seated center), to conduct a roundtable discussion and meet with nontraditional students at the College’s Midtown Campus in New York City. With her are (standing, first row, left to right): students Aleyda Luna., Brooklyn, NY; Paris Ricks, Brooklyn, NY; Berkeley College Board Chairman Kevin Luing; Joyce Ventura, Brooklyn, NY; Esther Gross, New York, NY. Standing in the second row, left to right, are Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs, New York, Dr. Glen Zeitzer; Tyree Smith, Brooklyn, NY; Berkeley College Interim President Dr. Rose Mary Healy; Alonzo Burwell of Port Reading, NJ; Angela Salerno of Yonkers, NY; Alimuir Nickerson, East Orange, NJ; Mariama Sanoh, Brooklyn, NY; Denise Chapman, New York, NY; Diana Rivera, Brooklyn, NY; Kelly Sutton of East Orange, NJ; Magaly Veliz of Port Jervis, NY; and Jose Peralta of Queens, NY.  - end - 000U.S. Under Secretary of Education Meets with Berkeley College Non-Traditional Students as Part of National TourPress Release103032Press ReleaseNewsroomfalse10/5/2007200712/12/2008200812/12/20082008   <img alt="" src="http://berkeleycollege.edu/images/75YearLogo_depth2.jpg" />   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007                                              Contact:  Ilene Lumpkin Director of Media Relations 201-291-1111, ext. 5122  <a href="mailto:igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu">igl@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>       <o:p> </o:p> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> <st1:place><st1:placename>  BERKELEY</st1:placename> <st1:placetype>COLLEGE</st1:placetype></st1:place> APPOINTS <o:p></o:p></h1> <h1 align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> DIRECTOR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND CAMPUS LIFE FOR THE MIDDLESEX CAMPUS <o:p></o:p></h1>                                                                                            Berkeley College Dean Student Development and Campus Life, New Jersey Edward Hughes, Ed.D., is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Frey of Pompton Plains to the position of Director, Student Development and Campus Life for the Middlesex Campus in Woodbridge.   <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">                “Kevin is a skilled, high-energy academic professional with a track record of successfully teaching, mentoring and motivating youth,” said Dean Hughes. “In his new role, Kevin will be working closely with students, faculty and staff in the creative design and implementation of student programs and activities.”</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">                Mr. Frey has been employed in the sales and client relations fields. He also has teaching experience as an Adjunct Professor of Music at Bergen Community College, Warren County College and Rutgers University, and has worked as a Drum and Percussion Instructor at New Jersey Workshop for the Arts in Westfield, and as a Substitute Teacher for West Orange Board of Education. While in West Orange he taught all subjects to students ranging from grade K through 12, and worked extensively in the Special Education Department, helping children with numerous mental and physical challenges including learning disabilities, Down syndrome and autism.</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">  </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in;"> Mr. Frey has a Master of Arts in Research and Jazz History from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance from The New School University in New York City.</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in; text-indent: 0.5in;">      </div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in; text-indent: 0.5in;"> A leader in business education for more than 75 years, BerkeleyCollege currently maintains an enrollment of 5,500 students, including 500 international students, in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. The College maintains two New York campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, and four New Jersey campuses located in West Paterson, Paramus, Woodbridge, and the newest location in Newark. In addition, the College operates an ExtensionCenter in Lower Manhattan in the Wall Street area, offers Berkeley College® Online and a Corporate Learning Partnership Program. The College’s website address is <a href="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/">www.BerkeleyCollege.edu</a> .</div> <div style="margin: 0in -9pt 0pt 0in; text-indent: 0.5in;">                                               </div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">                                                                                                                                           <o:p> </o:p> <img alt="" height="467" src="http://www.berkeleycollege.edu/NewsandEvents/photos/KFrey.jpg" width="350" /></div> Photo Caption:  Kevin Frey has been appointed Student Development and Campus Life director at the Middlesex Campus of Berkeley college in Woodbridge, NJ.    - end - 000Berkeley College Appoints Director Student Development and Campus Life for the Middlesex CampusPress Release17677Calendar Release-2Executive Biography17658Photo Release-1Press Release21407Athletics21408Certifications21387Commencement21395Community Service Day21356Dean's/President's Lists21355High School Awards21404Honors Program21381National Honor Societies21351Newsroom