Lion Tales - NCC

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Muhammed Abdullah Atif '22.  He is currently a senior computer science major at Farmingdale State College, with a focus on full stack coding.  He is active in the creation of efficient and scalable applications and involved in the student government serving as the Chairperson.  He was active in NCC's student government as well.  In his spare time, he is an avid reader...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Kathryn Newman, NCC Class of 1976, majoring in African American studies.  As a teaching assistant in the Hempstead Public Schools, she got her teaching assistant certification.  She is a lover of music, art, African studies and worked at the New York Times Syndicate for many years.  She enjoys baseball, listening to music, and watching TV and movies.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Counrtney Tricarichi-Funk, Class of 2005.  Courtney is an information sciences scholar and educator.  Upon graduation, she earned a BA in Psychology from Hofstra University, followed by an MA from LIU in Philosophy (Information Sciences) and is now in pursuit of a PhD with a focus on neurodivergent students and ensuring their access to higher education. She is currentl...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Tolitha Henry, NCC Class of 2015.  She is a passionate traveler who has explored nearly 30 countries as a solo traveler and is deeply connected to fostering strong connections with communities around the world.  She serves as a special education teacher with a decade of experience in high school, middle school, and kindergarten.  Tolitha is an instructional coach and s...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Carolyn Henry '00.  She has dedicated her life to assisting others and is currently an educational assistant working with children with cerebral palsy.  She is an NYS licensed chaplain and pastor, providing guidance to those in need.  Alongside her husband, she hosts a Christian podcast called Rivers of Living Waters Overflowing Ministry on www.churchtalkradio.com .  S...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Christopher Marlborough, NCC Class of 1989.  Upon graduation, Chris evaluated job skills of people with disabilities entering the workforce.  He attended Brooklyn Law Svhool and eventually started his own successful law practice representing workers who are cheated of minimum wage and overtime.  www.fightwagetheft.com for more information.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jessica Sinclair, NCC Class of 2014.  Jessica was the recipient of the NCC Presidential Scholarship and Citation Award.  She worked as a medical surgical nurse and provided patient healing care.  She graduated cum laude from SUNY Farmingdale.  She created Sinclair Master of Ceremonies Inc., providing servces including public speaking, vlogging, and voice overs.  She is...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Ronald Gross, NCC class of 1989.  He continued his education at the Academy of Art University.  Ron is a published author and his hobbies include music, art, film, culture, and he writes about what he loves.  One of his hobbies is baking and he runs a group at his public library.  He is writing a series of books on copyrighting and neurographics.  He sponsors writing w...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Mike Garcia '98.  Not only was Mike a student, but he was also a professor at NCC for 10 years, teaching ENL.  He is currently an ENL teacher in the Baldwin school district, as well as a husband, son, and father.  His hobbies include DC Comvis and all that is Marvel and Spiderman!

Dr. Lynnda Nadien speak with Mikey Arugula, NCC Class of 1976.  He is a working man by day, and a podcaster and Beatles Memorabilia collector by night.  He has a vast collection and assists others in building their collections.  He has a YouTuve channel and creates informational videos related to music and collecting.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Gillian O'Connor, class of 2011.  Gillian worked as a DJ at WHPC on the morning show, and had a radio career at KJOY and Party 105 as a board operator.  Her DJ Name is DJ Serenade, because she is a singing DJ!  She is currently an art teacher - and 9 months pregnant!  Her hobbies include swimming, going to the beach, bike riding and tennis.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks once again with Lori Jorge, Class of '98.  She currently serves as the President of the NCC Alumni Association.  Today she shares her goals and purpose for the continued success of the association and why it is flourishing!  She was also recently honored with a brick at NCC for all of her hard work and dedication to NCC.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Sondra Hurvey Hall '00, an educator, activist and stand-up comedian!  Her passion is educating the public on suicide prevention and awareness.  She has founded the Tenneil Hurvey Foundation entitled "Never Surrender" in memory of her son Tenneil who passed away by suicide at age 16.  The pain remains great, but by openly discussing prevention and awareness, Sondra assi...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Dr. Scott Thomas Cairns '82.  He was the recipient of the History Award.  He has a BA in History from CW Post and served as a graduate assistant, earning his Masters.  He has a PhD in International History from the London School of Economics and in 2014, received another Master's degree in Music Theory and Composition from LIU Post.  Dr. Scott is a musician, composer,...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Ghia Burns '07!  She earned her liberal arts degree from NCC and served as editor of the school newspaper, The Vignette.  She also worked at WHPC and both interests led her to experience the college in a life-changing way.  Ghia's hobbies include baking and competitive trivia.  NCC paved the way for her current success in the media industry.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with James Goodman '86!  He earned an associate degree in Business Administration.  He currently serves as a tax professional with expertise in accounting and tax.  Jim's hobbies including travelling, golf, and sports (Let's Go Mets and Giants, and Purdue and Florida State!)

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Ni-Ima Lovesong-Lattimer, Class of 2019 who graduated with a Liberal Arts degree.  She works with many non-profit organizations.  Her hobbies include writing poetry, singing, acting and dancing.  She is a creative person who believes NCC provided her with a strong foundation towards success.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Karren Ross-Fortunet '02.  Karren received her degree in Communications and also has a Bachelor's in Nutrition from C.W. Post.  Her hobbies include working out, zumba as an instructor, reading, and spending time in nature.  Karren has a passion for becoming a performance, health and wellness coach - and is working on that goal.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Kyle MacKay '19, who majored in Business Administration.  Since graduation, Kyle has worked for Bank of America and Charles Schwab as a licensed stockbroker.  He enjoys rooting for the Yankees in his spare time.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jason Spiller '21, with a degree in science.  He transferred to Hofstra University where he majored in TV and Video Production.  He was active in HEAT and the Hofstra radio station, where he served as their Director of News Tech and a well-respected engineer, which he learned at WHPC as well.  As a Hofstra graduate, Jason is an aspiring TV/Video person, seeking work in...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Mikey Rivers '23.  Mikey was born in Brooklyn but raised on Long Island.  He took what he learned at NCC as a student at WHPC and now brings his goofy nerdy vibes to radio station Party 105, also on Long Island.  He loves all things Star Wars, Marvel, Ninja Turtles, and One Piece.  When he was younger, he dreamed of being a DJ on the radio, and now 30 years later, his...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Todd Silver '00.  Todd continued his education after NCC at SUNY Oneonta and Dowling College.  He is interested in sports and music, having been a sports writer for the NCC newspaper, the Vignette - winning a student activities award during his time at NCC.  His main hobby is attending autograph signing events to meet his favorite athletes, bike riding and going to con...

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jerome Paduano '93!  Jerry attended the Kree Institute of Electrolysis and Stony Brook University after graduating from Nassau Community College.  He is a musician, a singer-songwriter, and loves to be creative.  He plays at his church, and owns his own piano and music tuning repair business.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Amanda Giacometti '22!  She is now an education major at SUNY Old Westbury.  Due to COVID, some of her time here was interrupted, but she managed to persevere!  She loves sports, music and spending time with friends.  She loves softball and is a singer!  Amanda is interested in teaching English and social work.