2010–2011 Leadership Development Institute · Donna L. Imhoff, PhD. George J. Jaber. Alex Johnson Mary Beth Johnson. Presenters ... Jeanne Shader (retired) Maureen P. Stradley

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY

2010–2011____________

LeadershipDevelopment

Institute

I never coveted a college presidency, but attaining one always seemed to be a logical step in my career path. It was an outgrowth of the choices I made, the mentors who guided me and the opportunities that came before me. The CCAC Leadership Development Institute was formed out of my conviction that many at CCAC could also succeed in community college leadership if they had the occasion to build a broader foundation of knowledge and skills in leadership. As the average age of faculty and administration continues to rise at community colleges nationwide—I count myself among this group—it heralds a coming wave of retirements and a dramatic change in the leadership at these vital institutions. I strongly believe that as a result of this leadership development experience, you will be positioned to take advantage of the opportunities that come your way. I am grateful for the investment Charlene R. Newkirk, Bonita L. Richardson, Maureen P. Stradley and others have made in this initiative. I am proud of your accomplishments. And I am encouraged about the future of CCAC and our other community colleges, knowing that individuals such as you are poised to carry our mission forward.

Congratulations.

Alex JohnsonPresident, CCAC

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

About the CCAC LDI

Leadership Can Be LearnedThe CCAC Leadership Development Institute (LDI) was developed to support the fundamental understanding that many members of the college community have the ability to lead. The LDI enables participants to develop key leadership and management skills with the goal of exploring their potential to excel in various college leadership roles: department head, committee chair, union steward, dean, vice president, campus president or even college president. The Class of 2011 is the inaugural cohort of the LDI.

2010–11 Leadership Development Institute members (front row, left to right): Christine E. McQuaide, John T. Boehm, Rhena McCaskill, Pamela Nichols, Charles J. Bell; (back row) Charlene Newkirk, Eugene Anitori, David J. Hall, Paul A. Schwarzmiller, Tanya Sander-Marks, Vladimir St. Surin and Alex Johnson. Not pictured: Bonita L. Richardson and Maureen P. Stradley.

LDIClass of 2011

When first approached about developing and implementing CCAC’s first Leadership Development Institute (LDI), I believed that it was a program that, if successful, would have the potential to change the lives of all those involved. Now, as CCAC’s inaugural LDI class prepares to graduate, it is gratifying to note that the program has exceeded expectations—that the exchange of ideas forged through one-on-one and group mentoring has paved the way for new talent to develop within our institution, a result that can only benefit the college and the wider community in the years to come.

A program this successful cannot happen without the hard work of many people, including my esteemed colleagues Bonita L. Richardson and Maureen P. Stradley. Their expert coordination helped ensure that the LDI program participants were exposed to some the region’s greatest leaders and innovators. I also want to thank those individuals who so graciously gave of their time and talent to serve as presenters and mentors to the LDI program. Lastly, I thank the LDI class

of 2011, who enthusiastically embraced the challenges and opportunities presented to them throughout the year—may the lessons learned and relationships fostered stay with you for the rest of your lives.

Charlene R. Newkirk, JD Director, LDI Program & President, South Campus, Bethel Park Center & Washington County CenterWhen we cast our bread upon the waters, we can presume that someone downstream whose face we will never know will benefit from our action, as we who are downstream from another will profit from that grantor’s gift.

—Maya Angelou

It has been my pleasure to serve as coordinator for the Leadership Development Institute. The inaugural 2011 cohort has been an exceptional group to work with and learn from this past year. Someone once said, “Leaders don’t wait, they shape their own frontiers.” As you continue forward down the leadership path, I hope you remain inspired and remember, the larger the challenge, the greater the opportunity.Bonita L. RichardsonCoordinator, LDI Program & Assistant to the President, Board Relations & Policy

It has been both a privilege and an honor to have had the opportunity to serve as the Professional Development coordinator for the Leadership Development Institute’s inaugural cohort. The 2011 cohort is unique not only because they were chosen to participate in CCAC’s first Leadership Development Program but also because they helped to set the standards for future programs. In addition, they offered valuable suggestions which will allow the program to continue to challenge and inspire the leadership potential of new candidates. Congratulations and best of luck to the 2011 LDI cohort.Maureen P. StradleyCoordinator, Professional Development & Professor, Developmental Studies

CCAC LDI Program

Eugene AnitoriAssociate Professor, Acting Program Director of

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, CCAC–Boyce Campus

11 years of service at CCAC

Education

Doctoral Candidate, Education Nova Southeastern University

MS, Health Services Administration University of St. Francis

BS, Health Arts, University of St. Francis

AS, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, CCAC

AS, Mechanical Engineering Technology Pennsylvania State University–McKeesport

College & Community Service

Advisor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Association, CCAC–Boyce Campus

Member & Fellow, American Society of Echocardiographers

Mentor, Be a 6th Grade Mentor

Volunteer Dog Handler, Animal Friends

CCAC LDIClass of 2011

Charles BellStudent Development Specialist, Sports

Head Golf Coach, CCAC–North Campus


Education

MA, Liberal Studies, Duquesne University

BS/BA, MarketingClarion University of Pennsylvania

College & Community Involvement

Commissioner, PCAA Athletic Directors’ Association

President, NJCAA Division II & III Golf Coaches Association

President, WPCC Athletic Directors’ Association

Chair, Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education Student Life Committee

Advisor, Pittsburgh Student Government Association


John Boehm Assistant Director, Business Affairs

CCAC–West Hills Center


Education

MS, Organizational LeadershipGeneva College

BS, Human Resources, Geneva College

AS, Business Data Processing, CCAC

Prior Positions

Maintenance & Environmental Services Supervisor, Jewish Association on Aging

Environmental Services SupervisorUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Facility Engineering TechnicianUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center


David HallLead Skilled Maintenance Worker

CCAC–South Campus


Education, Accreditations & Licenses

AS Candidate, Electrical Technology, CCAC

Certificate, Minicomputer TechnicianErie Institute of Technology

Stationary Engineer License, City of Pittsburgh

Inspection LicenseCommonwealth of Pennsylvania

Certification, National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers


Past Steward, SEIU & Representative to President’s Communications Cabinet

CCAC–South Campus

Volunteer, Eagle Scout Community Leadership Program


Rhena McCaskillDirector, Admissions

CCAC–North Campus & West Hills Center


Education

MA, Student Affairs in Higher EducationIndiana University of Pennsylvania

BA, Speech CommunicationsEdinboro University of Pennsylvania


Academic Standards & Student Affairs Committee, CCAC

Financial Aid Appeals CommitteeCCAC–North Campus

Judicial Affairs CommitteeCCAC–North Campus

Academic Suspension Appeals Committee, CCAC

Minority Recruitment Planning Committee, CCAC

Past Director of FundraisingFuture Stars Athletics


Christine McQuaideStudent Life Specialist, Publications

CCAC–Allegheny Campus


Education

MA Candidate, Adult & Community EducationIndiana University of Pennsylvania

BS, Communications MediaIndiana University of Pennsylvania

Prior Positions & Other Professional Activities

Marketing Administrative AssistantSouth Hills Village Mall

Event CoordinatorNational Broadcasting Society

Promotional Coordinator & Radio PersonalityWIUP-FM

Host & Field Reporter, WIUP-TV


Pamela NicholsDirector, Job Placement & Career Services

CCAC–Boyce CampusInstructor, Child & Family Studies & Sociology


Education

MS, Organizational Leadership, Geneva College

BA, Psychology, Chatham College

Prior Positions

Interim Associate Dean, Academic Affairs CCAC–Boyce Campus

Admissions Recruiter/Retention Specialist Allied Health & Nursing, CCAC

TRIO Program Career Counselor/Educational Liaison, Pennsylvania State University

Community Service

High School Mentor, Career Connections

Board Member, Job Links

West Vo-Tech High School Strategic Planning Committee

Flutist & Vocalist, Jazz Workshop Inc.Philip Russell & Friends Gospel Singing Group, et al.


Tanya Sander-MarksExecutive Director

Marketing & Communications


Education

MBA, Carnegie Mellon University

BA, Management, Hood College

BA, Economics, Hood College

Certificate, Social SciencesStrasbourg University, France

Prior Positions

Regional Marketing ManagerNortheast, Schwan’s Home Service

Project Manager, Product ManagementResearch & Development

Federated Investors

Business Manager & Business Development Officer

Federated Services


Paul SchwarzmillerInterim Vice President, Human Resources

Human Resources Generalist


Education

MBA, Robert Morris University

BS, Human Resource Management & General Management, Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Prior Positions

Senior AssociateCompensation & HRIS, Del Monte Foods

Manager, Compensation, Fisher Scientific International

Community Service

Trustee, Allegheny County Schools Health Insurance Consortium Board

Member, Society of Human Resource Management

Member, South Fayette School District Strategic Visioning & Planning 2008–2014

Action Committee

Coach, T-ball & Mite Hockey


Vladimir St. SurinDirector, Student Life & Evening/Weekend Administrator

CCAC–Allegheny Campus


Education

MS, Communications & Information Systems Robert Morris University

BA, Communications/Media ProductionsRobert Morris University

Other Positions & Community Involvement

Senior Teacher Counselor, Family Links

Board Member, Lydia’s Place

Member, Pittsburgh PUMP League

Facilitator, Pittsburgh Young Leaders Academy

Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

Group Leader, Boy Scouts of America

Coach & Referee, Police Academy League


The following individuals represented the CCAC community unless otherwise noted.

Richard M. Adams

Richard L. Allison

Mary Ann Anderson

Joyce L. Breckenridge

Nancilee Burzachechi, JD, CFRE

William T. Cagney (’91) International Union of

Operating Engineers Local 95 & CCAC Board of Trustees

Candi Castleberry-Singleton, UPMC

Daniel M. Carr (’76)

Rose Ann DiCola

Charlene M. Dukes, EdDPrince George’s Community College

Tahirah DuncanPenn State Greater Allegheny

Barbara A. Evans, EdD

Jeff FlickBD&E

Randolph W. Gaab

Elmer Haymon Jr., PhD

David L. Hoovler

Donna L. Imhoff, PhD

George J. Jaber

Alex Johnson

Mary Beth Johnson

Presentersfor CCAC LDI

Robert L. Kmetz

Honorable Charles J. Martoni, PhD (’68 & ’89)

Sharon C. Mills

Sumana Misra-Zets

Velma Monteiro-TribbleAlcoa Foundation (retired)

Gretchen E. Mullin-Sawicki, PhD

Nicholas C. Neupauer, EdDButler County Community College

Charlene R. Newkirk, JD

Charlene Petrelli (’85) EQT

David Phelpsformerly Solutions 21 Inc.

Ron PorterRDP Consulting Services

Mary Kate Quinlan

Bonita L. Richardson

Honorable William R. Robinson Allegheny County Council, CCAC

Board of Trustees & CCAC Educational Foundation Board of Directors

Judith A. Savolkis

David M. Schwab

Paul Schwarzmiller

Jeanne Shader (retired)

Maureen P. Stradley

Presentersfor CCAC LDI (continued)

Presentersfor CCAC LDI (continued)

Frederick W. Thieman, JD

The Buhl Foundation & CCAC Board of Trustees

Allysen Todd, PhD

Brenda S. Trettel, EdD

Robert F. VagtThe Heinz Endowments

Mary Esther Van Shura, EdD Office of County Executive

Dan Onorato

Shon K. Worner, JD

Tomi Waters, CFRE

Stephen H. Wells, PhD

Carol A. Yoannone, DEd

Tara Zirkel

Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC)CCAC annually educates 33,000 credit students through 170 degree, certificate and transfer programs and offers non-credit and workforce development courses to 30,000 students. The learning-centered institution’s mission is to provide affordable access to quality education and offer a dynamic, diverse and supportive learning environment that prepares the region’s residents for academic, professional and personal success in our changing global society. CCAC’s quality programs enable students to transfer credits to 520 colleges and universities and support regional workforce needs with accessible instruction available day, evening, weekend and online in Allegheny County and beyond. Visit www.ccac.edu to learn more.

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2010–2011 Leadership Development Institute · Donna L. Imhoff, PhD. George J. Jaber. Alex Johnson Mary Beth Johnson. Presenters ... Jeanne Shader (retired) Maureen P. Stradley