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Professor John R. Fugazziehelpful ArticlesNJ labor report on Hispanic residents
Business & MoneyLatinx LeadershipEntrepreneurshipLatinos-helping-Latinos USA www.helping-latinos.org Latinos-helping-Latinos USA is an all volunteer led a group of facilitator/leaders from the Hispanic community who have established themselves and are working to add additional skills and college degrees and credentials to allow them to advance in their careers and to assist them in providing leadership in the community. This group is a focused/targeted networking meeting group of the internationally successful Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA ( www.nhnusa.org ) meeting and networking group. From November 5, 2014 - June 30, 2019 a group was established following the NhNUSA meeting model in partnership with a NGO and University in Madrid Spain. 85 members landed new jobs as a result of this effort. I have found that many of my students both current and former/ alumni are extremely passionate about their culture and heritage and are contributing back to their Hispanic communities through their leadership and volunteerism. One former FDU masters graduate alumni of mine, Diana had established and led a Neighbors-helping-Neighbors group in the High School she worked at in Spanish for parents of her high school students who need jobs and career advancement. Vecinos ayudando a Vecinos I have been inspired by many of my students 500 + students who I have had in classes in the 8 years from 2014-2022. have taught at the Hispanic center, helping nurture the desire to advance their community and to give back and help others. The struggles and desire to come to the USA to have a better life or to come here to be educated to return to their country and make and impact. In all my classes and contact with them, I coach, mentor, advise and support each of them in their pursuit of their dreams and their ability to advance in their careers, and or business ventures. I have learned much from the students also, the passions and struggles to move ahead in their path to their dreams. I know first hand that most of my students are incredible people, with character and desire to push aside and work to overcome the many barriers to find a success here in United States of America. Many have partnered and volunteered to help with many of the community efforts that are important to me also. The helping-Latinos efforts originated at FDU with a focused meeting group chapter of NhNUSA which was originally formed in 2016 by a group of students and alumni. Group meetings were held, activities planned and educating members on the value of networking and engaging in community efforts.
Improve your English this can be a barrier to your advancement
Amira DeCastro who is a long time volunteer leader with or Fort Lee LIbrary based Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA program. She has also been our key volunteer leader for our Women-helping-Women USA parthersnip with Women Rights Information Center in Englewood NJ since July 2018, has put together a range of helpful websites to use to practice your english.
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From: Amira Decastro <amiradecastro@gmail.com> To: John R. Fugazzie <johnrfugazzie@aol.com> Sent: Thu, Nov 1, 2018 2:45 pm Hi John As promised, please see below a list of free resources to learn and practice English. Online learning is the best way to inmerse yourself in the language.
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I am sharing Emir's project with his permission that he created as his class project for my summer relational leadership class in 2015. Emir has taught ESL in the FDU Puerta al Futuro program in Dover, and has been taking classes to get his masters degree. He took my leadership class and I discussed with him my thoughts on the need for a business level ESL program to help all these masters students that still have a barrier to management in their abilities in English. Despite their knowledge and academic accomplishments they are held back from holding manager and higher positions in the companies they work at. He decided to make creating a course to address this need his project. Though our partnership with West Orange Library
Northstar Computer Classes now offered in Spanish. Here's more info about the NorthStar Digital Literacy program:https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/ We are a testing location where clients can take assessments and receive certificates.
Isabel Castro Assistant Director West Orange Public Library 46 Mt. Pleasant Avenue West Orange, NJ 07052 (973) 736-0198 Ext. 232 Andrea Mason
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Dr. Delgado has donated over 200 rotary toothbrushes to the handicapped since this effort began summer of 2015
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LinkedIn Recommendations as Adjunct Professor in Hispanic Center at Becton College of Arts and Sciences at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Nidia Pena
Director at Little Explorers Learning Center
March 31, 2022.
I am the CEO at Little Explorers Learning Center. Currently I am pursuing my Master's in Human Resource Administration at Fairleigh Dickinson University I am currently taking Collective Bargaining/Contract Administration class with Professor John R. Fugazzie.
John R. Fugazzie is extremely dedicated to the concept of education. He feels a strong sense of responsibility to the students in his classes and he tales their success very professionally. I feel that every student in his class react extremely well to his teaching methods because he uses real life scenarios where we all share our experiences, knowledge, and skills.
Professor John R. Fugazzie always explains his views very concisely and give supporting arguments that are clear and persuasive.
I am definitely taking more classes with Professor Fugazzie and I recommend him as a very professional, knowledgeable, responsible, and experienced professor.
Mercedes C. Cabrera
Interim Administrative Assistant at Hackensack Public Schools
June 10, 2021.
John R. Fugazzie is an extraordinary teacher, coach, leader and inspirational human being. Professor Fugazzie has a deep passion of helping others selflessly and without a doubt will share with you all his knowledge and experience which is an endless treasure for everyone who has had the pleasure to meet him. I have taken several of his classes at FDU and each of them I got relevant information and resources to put into practice into my daily basis such as networking which is a fundamental key in our lives in every way. Due to his professionalism and ethic I highly recommend Professor Fugazzie to new students at FDU and the general audience.
Rosmary Encarnación Mateo
Financial Aid Advisor at Eastwick College
May 18, 2021.
Mr. Fugazzie is an amazing professor. He is very professional and his way of teaching knowledge of him is very practical and advanced. I have taken several courses for my master's degree with the professor and the experience has been extraordinary. A beautiful human being and a good professional.
Ximena Carrasco Program Director -Nonprofit January 30, 2021.
It is fantastic to have Professor John as my instructor of my master’s classes. His professionalism, commitment and support towards others is tremendous. His networking guidance for searching better professional opportunities is of great help. Overall he is a great human being.
Denise Oliveri Business coaching and Professor November 22, 2020.
I have known Professor John for two years. As a professor in my master level classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University. He taught the class Relational Leadership. John is a highly intelligent, ethical, caring and passionate leader. It was a pleasure for me to be his student. I learned a lot from him. Thanks professor!
Angel Deschamps Plant Manager
November 21, 2020.
It is a true pleasure for me to write this recommendation for Professor John Fugazzie MBA, you always are very professional, very knowledgeable, helpful and truly care about your profession and your student. I always enjoy having you as professor and I appreciate how approachable you are, always getting the best of us. Thank you for the development, mentoring and all the support. The best teachers teach from the heart, not from the book and you are one of them. I am very lucky to have you as professor and as friend, I would recommend John Fugazzie without hesitation
Yahel Cohen February 20, 2019,
I have known Professor Fugazzie for 4 years. Professor Fugazzie clearly shows concern and interest in his students, going above and beyond to assist them beyond the classroom. He is a true pleasure to work with and someone who is very collaborative and always willing to help. I am a witness to how hard he works for students and with his colleagues.
Joselyn Vicente
Mental Health, Wellness Education & Community Development January 13, 2019
"It was fantastic to have John as a Master Professor who was a motivated, thoughtful and exceptional human being and teacher. He brought the real world in each of the school projects, and his expertise and experience made the class feels confident. John leads by the example and many of my classmates found his enthusiasm and dedication both inspiring and motivating."
Maria Suntaxi
Experienced bilingual in Customer Service April 10, 2018
“Few people have the opportunity to have a lecturer and mentor as Professor John R. Fugazzie. He is a high level professional. I have the pleasure of taking some leadership classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University for almost three years. He is always predisposed to help any student also serve the community. I am really surprised to see the passion that Professor Fugazzie has for collaborating with community entrepreneurship projects. We can visualize his commitment in the different work groups he has in social networks, number of followers and in addition to public events dedicated to society. Through his projects John transmits the faithful conviction that we must return to society what it has given us in a collective, united, collaborative and grateful way. Also, John R. Fugazzie advises us that no matter how tense and demanding society is, we must always see the positive side. As a leader, mentor and educator, John R. Fugazzie has my highest recommendation.”
Dovid Erps Veteran Keeping this country safe
I have taken John's class in leadership in FDU. I would have to say even though the class was online, he was always available through email or by phone for any questions and guidance with the work when needed. I would highly recommend him as a professor or even a private consultant in any of his professions.
Maria (Mariuxi) Mansfield
Experienced bilingual in Communications, Marketing and Community Outreach
I have taken three classes with Professor Fugazzie. His classes are not only fun but he provides all kind of tools for you to improve your career. He will tell you like it is and he will always remind you that the "information is power". I cannot be thankful enough to him. He gave me that push I needed to make this happen.
Diana Bermudez
Career Coach Family and Community Engagement Specialist
John Fugazzie is a great professor. I have taken several of his classes at FDU in the master of administrative science program. I learned a ton of good and usable information. I was able to apply the knowledge acquired at my place of work right away. His lectures are practical and he does not hold anything back. Professor Fugazzie takes the time to review every project and offers important feedback. Through the semester he works hard to get to know his students in an environment that is safe, respectful, and fun. I highly recommend Professor Fugazzie and his classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Emir Liguori
Coordinator at Paterson BOE July 5, 2016
Professor John Fugazzie is a highly effective in engaging his class, introducing the course goals and maintaining the group involved throughout. His knowledge in leadership, marketing, social media outlets and business management are outstanding.
I truly enjoyed his class and I am better prepared to handle a leadership role. Professor Fugazzie is a community leader who encourages us to become involved with our communities as well in areas we feel passionate about. FDU is a better institution with Professor Fugazzie and I'm looking forward to his next class.
Alejandro Delgado Doctor of Dental Medicine & Master of Administrative Science December 17, 2015
"Professor Fugazzie is a magnificent instructor, not only does he take care of the academics but he truly cares for the students their learning and success in life. I highly recommend him as a professional and a human being."
Shlomo Ickovitz JD Candidate at Harvard Law School December 3, 2014
John was one of my favorite teachers at FDU. I had the pleasure of attending several of John's classes. They were invariably interesting and thought provoking. In addition to just teaching in the classroom, John would utilize social media to improve our studies and augment student interactions. John, with his extensive business background, was able to offer a personal take on many of the economic theories we were learning in class.
Eli Lazar Student at Fairleigh Dickinson University November 30, 2014
Its now my sophomore and I have never enjoyed a class so much, while gaining a vast amount of knowledge. Professor Fugazzie gave us an amazing assignment where each one of the students had to research their own section on marketing. We dealt with a real life case where a man named Max, a friend of the professor, is trying to sell art and we helped him with the marketing of the business. We each had to give a presentation on it at the end of the course. The reason why it was so enjoyable was because the research we did had an effect on a person’s life. The experience was amazing!
Avi Newman Student at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
October 24, 2014
John is an amazing professor with a lot of experience in business. He has a unique ability in being able to satisfy the courses needs while making it fun while doing so. John has so much experience in countless of fields, he has something intelligent and helpful to say on each subject we brought up in class. I would recommend John for anyone who needs help in their business. John is the ultimate "neighbor helping neighbor."
Abraham Katz Student at Fairleigh Dickinson Univ.-Metropolitan Campus October 8, 2014
John R. Fugazzie is an exceptional teacher with a great amount of knowledge in the field of marketing. He not only understands and knows the material, but is able to give it over to students in a clear and precise manner. He is also very personable and easy to talk to
Evan (Eliyahu) Greenberg Client Associate, Merrill Lynch September 6, 2014
John has outstanding skills as a professor to teach and help students understand the material on subject. He is a pleasure to speak to and always has some past-experience advice or knowledge to give.
Mark Brezel Songwriter at Self-employed August 22, 2014
John was a fascinating professor as well as a knowledgeable, intelligent and caring individual. I learned so much from John that will no doubt have an everlasting effect on my career in business. I've learned the value of social media, the value of being knowledgeable in so many different areas but most importantly the value of being passionate about whatever it is you are doing. John is a man of true values and integrity. I would be thrilled to hire someone like John for any position he felt he can handle because I know he will do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Corporate Workforce Development and Grants RWJBarnabas Health
Dennis C. Miller
Nonprofit Executive Search & Consulting | Nonprofit Leadership Coach | Keynote Speaker | Author of Five Books including
John is a fantastic leader both in the classroom and in his work in the numerous communities that he helps. He is extremely bright, personable and compassionate. When I need to contact someone to answer questions about supporting organizations in the community, he is the first person to call - I highly recommend John to any organization needing a little bit of support. He is also a great caring teacher to his students at FDU. A guy who really cares.John is a fantastic leader both in the classroom and in his work in the numerous communities that he helps. He is extremely bright, personable and compassionate. When I need to contact someone to answer questions about supporting organizations in the community, he is the first person to call - I highly recommend John to any organization needing a little bit of support. He is also a great caring teacher to his students at FDU. A guy who really cares.
Mitch Cahn
President, Unionwear. Textile Reshoring Specialist: Hats, Bags, Masks
I met John Fugazzie when we were both at NJMEP--he as a business development manager, me as both board member and client. I was impressed with John's understanding of workforce development, particularly in manufacturing--and not just the training part of it, but the effort and discipline it would take to for investments in workforce development to pay off. I invited John to join the Newark Workforce Development Board, of which I was Chair at the time, and he participated extensively in our strategic planning sessions, the results of which are still operational today. John was very selfless with his time--something I have seen time and time again. I got to know John well and was very excited to find out that he landed at Barnabas, since there is no firm better than Barnabas health at workforce development.
During his time at Barnabas we stayed in touch and John continued to offer up advice in all sorts of areas he had expertise in--not just workforce development, but also relationship building and community development--even to the point where he offered up great advice on how to reach companies in the health care industry when it became apparent that textile companies in America would be necessary to produce PPE during the PPE shortage when the pandemic first hit.
John is a out of the box thinker who likes to serve his community before he even thinks about himself. I would put him on any board I serve on as his participation, pragmatism, and experience coupled with his creative problem solving would be an asset to any organization.
Mitra Choudhury
Director Workforce Development & Training
I have known John for at least 10+ years. John and I have worked on various workforce development projects with NJIT, NJMEP and currently with RWJ. I value his expertise and advice which he certainly brought to our recent projects together on career training and pathways to degrees for RWJ employees. This program is helping hundreds of RWJ employees upskill themselves and move into career pathways that will bring positive changes in their lives. John has participated in numerous meetings with the Essex County College team as well as reached out to potential candidates to ensure that the project is a success. He is a hand on leader and is committed to his task. I look forward to our continued partnership on all future projects.
Richard ("Rick") Maher Supporting more agile individuals, organizations and communities through the Age of Disruption.
I've known John for years as we tracked parallel paths focused on innovation in workforce and talent development. Good guy, future-focused and open to innovative ideas!
Aaron Fichtner
President
New Jersey Council of County Colleges
John is a committed, innovative leader bringing creative solutions and partnerships to meet the workforce needs of the state’s largest employer. John was instrumental to the establishment of a strong partnership between RWJ Barnabas and the state’s community colleges to expand economic and educational opportunities for the hospital system’s employees. This is a model program that is helping hundreds of employees and strengthening the company’s workforce at the same time, proving that the most effective solutions can have broad and lasting benefits to all.
Patricia Moran, Ph.D.
President at Castle Grace Services LLC; Formerly Assistant Commissioner NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development May 2, 2022, Patricia managed John R. directly
I've known John for many years, even prior to my time at NJMEP. John is probably the best "connector" I have ever met. He, strategically, can connect people and resources to get to the desired result. He's innovative, which is clearly demonstrated through his "Neighbors helping Neighbors" initiative. He's resourceful and knows who to go to in case he can't figure something out.
Additionally , John has a great sense of humor! He's made me laugh many times when I was stressed out! I am happy to write this recommendation for John.
Beatriz Baldwin
Workforce Development Professional
May 3, 2022
John is a leader who helps those around him to reach their fullest potential. John goes out his way to ensure his clients/students/colleagues have the tools necessary to remove barriers to entering/reentering into the workforce. John also has valuable insight and influence in workforce development and education that would be an asset to any organization.
Gabrielle Guilarte
Registered Nurse
May 2, 2022
John is an outstanding person when it comes to being timely, respectful, and detailed oriented. John began helping me on April 20th, 2022 to acquire a job position as a Registered Nurse. Within 4 days, I had interviews lined up, and by April 29th, 2022 I was offered a position with the health system and gladly accepted. Working with John was a pleasure! He always answered promptly and was available at any time to offer advice and check in on the progress I was making. Knowing that John was only a phone call away made the job application process enjoyable and stress free. I can not thank him enough for all of his help and would not hesitate to reach out to him for advice regarding my personal and/or professional life in the future.
Suvra Datta
Co-Director at Kaizen Technologies,Inc
It has been an immense pleasure working with Mr. Fugazzie, during our nine-month collaborative effort to train and place unemployed workers with his prestigious organization, RWJ Barnabas Health, using state grant funding opportunities. Mr. Fugazzie has been an exceptional mentor, and guide throughout this entire process. He is not only a great director, and educator but a compassionate human being that is willing to go the extra mile to help others. I look forward to collaborating with him on future projects.
Bill Gillispie
Client Delivery Partner Microsoft
Bill managed John R. directly
April 26, 2022
I have known Johnny for over 10 years and have been impressed with his wiliness to help other people and share his knowledge of the grocery industry, how to write a resume or find a job, true innovation, build a nonprofit and the list goes on and on. He has the name Professor but, in his heart, he wants to help other people succeed and will do what it takes to get that done.
Desi Tahiraj
High-Performance Executives Trainer | Human Resources Consultant for Universities and Governmental Agencies | Burnout Expert | Author | Podcast Host | International Speaker
If you wish to have a multidimensional high performance of 21 Century Institution or Community than Professor John R. Fugazzie is the answer for your needs on teaching, consulting on all areas of business, and supporting his community, on career adviser young college students to build future leaders; his ability and desire to help everyone in the local community. He serves tirelessly numerous organizations and Institutions. I have honor to collaborate with Professor John R. Fugazzie in numerous projects and outcomes are outstanding, a pure blessing. I highly recommend him.
Executive Director of Hudson County/Jersey City
Workforce Development Board
Joel Gregory Thomas
Senior Director, Economic Empowerment
May 11, 2022
When John was the Executive Director of the Hudson County Jersey City Workforce Development Board, I had the opportunity to work with him on several workforce initiatives. I was impressed with John’s ability and willingness to go above and beyond to assist business entities with resources needed to meet their business objectives. John will always be highly recommended be me.
Jane A. Armstrong, Ph.D. Director of the Morris/Sussex/Warren Workforce Development Board April 28, 2018
John is an innovative and driven workforce professional who is passionate about developing organizations that connect employers to workforce resources. He excels at connecting and collaborating with a diverse group of individuals. I am enjoying working with John on both a personal and professional level as we promote the no cost resources available to businesses through our non-profit organization, North Jersey Partners.
Chris Jeter Founder/Owner at Blue Springs Investments March 15, 2018 Chris managed John R. directly
John is an excellent public servant - mixing all of the skills from his previous private sector life, his role as a professor and his strengths as a non-profit founder to make the Hudson County Workforce Development Board hum.
As Executive Director of Workforce Development in Hudson County, John coordinates many levels of political and stakeholder interest, an all-volunteer board, and difficult budget issues and keeps everyone informed and up-to-date.
As Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors, I enjoyed his planning prowess, his creativity in building teams and his ability to make our board meetings productive and informative.
He's a major asset to Hudson County and the region.
Robert Creighton
CRO-Global Business Development, Televisory Market Data, Fintech, AI/ML, FINRA-Placement Agent, Inv Banking
John is a consummate professional with decades of finance and business expertise. He takes pride in sharing his skills, contacts, and knowledge while being a great mentor and player-coach. In the 15 years that I've worked with John we have worked on many successful projects in the healthcare and consumer goods industries. John is enthusiastic about all his endeavours, and continually focuses on the greater causes.
Mark Renkert, MCsl Economic Development Advisor - Board Chair at SMART Holdings USA - SMARTvt.com
As a Work Force Development Expert, Labor Force Economist, Worker Advocate, and Executive - Mr. Fugazzie is a peer in a League of Giants standing tall along with Paul Krugman, Barbara Ehrenreich, Nate Silver, Steven Greenhouse, Robert Reich, and Thomas Piketty -- all champions of common sense and as heralds of the value of middle-class and the common man.
Mr. Fugazzie puts himself in the line of fire every day as Ambassador, Advocate, Defender, Promoter, and Proselytizer.
We at SMART Holdings USA - SMARTvt.org are proud to support, endorse, recommend and refer Mr. Fugazzie as a Humanist, Executive, Community Builder, and Business Professional.
Barbara Monahan MBA, MDivBarbara Monahan MBA, MDiv
Pastoral Ministry Leader Pastoral Ministry Leader, Barbara worked with John R. on the same team May 17, 2022
I’m 2011 I was diagnosed with cancer while my siblings and I took care of my mom who was dying from cancer.
I was devastated. I was surrounded by death. Filled with fear of dying. I prayed to God for a life preserver. Something that would shift my focus from death to life.
One morning I looked at our town paper, something I rarely do, and saw an article entitled ‘Neighbors helping Neighbors.’
In 2008 I started writing a blog called People helping People because I believe that we need each other to navigate life.
I read the article and recognized a kindred spirit in John.
I called him, told him about my experience and asked if I could be of any use to those he served. He said yes right away and asked me to attend a few meetings. He wanted me to work with another volunteer to start a NhN group in the Ridgewood library.
After we got the group started John asked if I would coach some of his dedicated volunteers as a way to thank them.
I never told John about why I reached out to him 11 years ago until today 5-17-2022.
He has helped countless people throughout these years and continues to be a shining light of human goodness, dignity and respect.
Thank you John. You saved my life, gave me hope through serving those in need.
I look forward to helping you write your story one day! ☺️
+++ Dear reader of this recommendation,
We are all on this earth for a very short time. Help someone when you are able.
Nidia Pena
Director at Little Explorers Learning Center
March 31, 2022.
I am the CEO at Little Explorers Learning Center. Currently I am pursuing my Master's in Human Resource Administration at Fairleigh Dickinson University I am currently taking Collective Bargaining/Contract Administration class with Professor John R. Fugazzie.
John R. Fugazzie is extremely dedicated to the concept of education. He feels a strong sense of responsibility to the students in his classes and he tales their success very professionally. I feel that every student in his class react extremely well to his teaching methods because he uses real life scenarios where we all share our experiences, knowledge, and skills.
Professor John R. Fugazzie always explains his views very concisely and give supporting arguments that are clear and persuasive.
I am definitely taking more classes with Professor Fugazzie and I recommend him as a very professional, knowledgeable, responsible, and experienced professor.
Mercedes C. Cabrera
Interim Administrative Assistant at Hackensack Public Schools
June 10, 2021.
John R. Fugazzie is an extraordinary teacher, coach, leader and inspirational human being. Professor Fugazzie has a deep passion of helping others selflessly and without a doubt will share with you all his knowledge and experience which is an endless treasure for everyone who has had the pleasure to meet him. I have taken several of his classes at FDU and each of them I got relevant information and resources to put into practice into my daily basis such as networking which is a fundamental key in our lives in every way. Due to his professionalism and ethic I highly recommend Professor Fugazzie to new students at FDU and the general audience.
Rosmary Encarnación Mateo
Financial Aid Advisor at Eastwick College
May 18, 2021.
Mr. Fugazzie is an amazing professor. He is very professional and his way of teaching knowledge of him is very practical and advanced. I have taken several courses for my master's degree with the professor and the experience has been extraordinary. A beautiful human being and a good professional.
Ximena Carrasco Program Director -Nonprofit January 30, 2021.
It is fantastic to have Professor John as my instructor of my master’s classes. His professionalism, commitment and support towards others is tremendous. His networking guidance for searching better professional opportunities is of great help. Overall he is a great human being.
Denise Oliveri Business coaching and Professor November 22, 2020.
I have known Professor John for two years. As a professor in my master level classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University. He taught the class Relational Leadership. John is a highly intelligent, ethical, caring and passionate leader. It was a pleasure for me to be his student. I learned a lot from him. Thanks professor!
Angel Deschamps Plant Manager
November 21, 2020.
It is a true pleasure for me to write this recommendation for Professor John Fugazzie MBA, you always are very professional, very knowledgeable, helpful and truly care about your profession and your student. I always enjoy having you as professor and I appreciate how approachable you are, always getting the best of us. Thank you for the development, mentoring and all the support. The best teachers teach from the heart, not from the book and you are one of them. I am very lucky to have you as professor and as friend, I would recommend John Fugazzie without hesitation
Yahel Cohen February 20, 2019,
I have known Professor Fugazzie for 4 years. Professor Fugazzie clearly shows concern and interest in his students, going above and beyond to assist them beyond the classroom. He is a true pleasure to work with and someone who is very collaborative and always willing to help. I am a witness to how hard he works for students and with his colleagues.
Joselyn Vicente
Mental Health, Wellness Education & Community Development January 13, 2019
"It was fantastic to have John as a Master Professor who was a motivated, thoughtful and exceptional human being and teacher. He brought the real world in each of the school projects, and his expertise and experience made the class feels confident. John leads by the example and many of my classmates found his enthusiasm and dedication both inspiring and motivating."
Maria Suntaxi
Experienced bilingual in Customer Service April 10, 2018
“Few people have the opportunity to have a lecturer and mentor as Professor John R. Fugazzie. He is a high level professional. I have the pleasure of taking some leadership classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University for almost three years. He is always predisposed to help any student also serve the community. I am really surprised to see the passion that Professor Fugazzie has for collaborating with community entrepreneurship projects. We can visualize his commitment in the different work groups he has in social networks, number of followers and in addition to public events dedicated to society. Through his projects John transmits the faithful conviction that we must return to society what it has given us in a collective, united, collaborative and grateful way. Also, John R. Fugazzie advises us that no matter how tense and demanding society is, we must always see the positive side. As a leader, mentor and educator, John R. Fugazzie has my highest recommendation.”
Dovid Erps Veteran Keeping this country safe
I have taken John's class in leadership in FDU. I would have to say even though the class was online, he was always available through email or by phone for any questions and guidance with the work when needed. I would highly recommend him as a professor or even a private consultant in any of his professions.
Maria (Mariuxi) Mansfield
Experienced bilingual in Communications, Marketing and Community Outreach
I have taken three classes with Professor Fugazzie. His classes are not only fun but he provides all kind of tools for you to improve your career. He will tell you like it is and he will always remind you that the "information is power". I cannot be thankful enough to him. He gave me that push I needed to make this happen.
Diana Bermudez
Career Coach Family and Community Engagement Specialist
John Fugazzie is a great professor. I have taken several of his classes at FDU in the master of administrative science program. I learned a ton of good and usable information. I was able to apply the knowledge acquired at my place of work right away. His lectures are practical and he does not hold anything back. Professor Fugazzie takes the time to review every project and offers important feedback. Through the semester he works hard to get to know his students in an environment that is safe, respectful, and fun. I highly recommend Professor Fugazzie and his classes at Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Emir Liguori
Coordinator at Paterson BOE July 5, 2016
Professor John Fugazzie is a highly effective in engaging his class, introducing the course goals and maintaining the group involved throughout. His knowledge in leadership, marketing, social media outlets and business management are outstanding.
I truly enjoyed his class and I am better prepared to handle a leadership role. Professor Fugazzie is a community leader who encourages us to become involved with our communities as well in areas we feel passionate about. FDU is a better institution with Professor Fugazzie and I'm looking forward to his next class.
Alejandro Delgado Doctor of Dental Medicine & Master of Administrative Science December 17, 2015
"Professor Fugazzie is a magnificent instructor, not only does he take care of the academics but he truly cares for the students their learning and success in life. I highly recommend him as a professional and a human being."
Shlomo Ickovitz JD Candidate at Harvard Law School December 3, 2014
John was one of my favorite teachers at FDU. I had the pleasure of attending several of John's classes. They were invariably interesting and thought provoking. In addition to just teaching in the classroom, John would utilize social media to improve our studies and augment student interactions. John, with his extensive business background, was able to offer a personal take on many of the economic theories we were learning in class.
Eli Lazar Student at Fairleigh Dickinson University November 30, 2014
Its now my sophomore and I have never enjoyed a class so much, while gaining a vast amount of knowledge. Professor Fugazzie gave us an amazing assignment where each one of the students had to research their own section on marketing. We dealt with a real life case where a man named Max, a friend of the professor, is trying to sell art and we helped him with the marketing of the business. We each had to give a presentation on it at the end of the course. The reason why it was so enjoyable was because the research we did had an effect on a person’s life. The experience was amazing!
Avi Newman Student at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
October 24, 2014
John is an amazing professor with a lot of experience in business. He has a unique ability in being able to satisfy the courses needs while making it fun while doing so. John has so much experience in countless of fields, he has something intelligent and helpful to say on each subject we brought up in class. I would recommend John for anyone who needs help in their business. John is the ultimate "neighbor helping neighbor."
Abraham Katz Student at Fairleigh Dickinson Univ.-Metropolitan Campus October 8, 2014
John R. Fugazzie is an exceptional teacher with a great amount of knowledge in the field of marketing. He not only understands and knows the material, but is able to give it over to students in a clear and precise manner. He is also very personable and easy to talk to
Evan (Eliyahu) Greenberg Client Associate, Merrill Lynch September 6, 2014
John has outstanding skills as a professor to teach and help students understand the material on subject. He is a pleasure to speak to and always has some past-experience advice or knowledge to give.
Mark Brezel Songwriter at Self-employed August 22, 2014
John was a fascinating professor as well as a knowledgeable, intelligent and caring individual. I learned so much from John that will no doubt have an everlasting effect on my career in business. I've learned the value of social media, the value of being knowledgeable in so many different areas but most importantly the value of being passionate about whatever it is you are doing. John is a man of true values and integrity. I would be thrilled to hire someone like John for any position he felt he can handle because I know he will do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Corporate Workforce Development and Grants RWJBarnabas Health
Dennis C. Miller
Nonprofit Executive Search & Consulting | Nonprofit Leadership Coach | Keynote Speaker | Author of Five Books including
John is a fantastic leader both in the classroom and in his work in the numerous communities that he helps. He is extremely bright, personable and compassionate. When I need to contact someone to answer questions about supporting organizations in the community, he is the first person to call - I highly recommend John to any organization needing a little bit of support. He is also a great caring teacher to his students at FDU. A guy who really cares.John is a fantastic leader both in the classroom and in his work in the numerous communities that he helps. He is extremely bright, personable and compassionate. When I need to contact someone to answer questions about supporting organizations in the community, he is the first person to call - I highly recommend John to any organization needing a little bit of support. He is also a great caring teacher to his students at FDU. A guy who really cares.
Mitch Cahn
President, Unionwear. Textile Reshoring Specialist: Hats, Bags, Masks
I met John Fugazzie when we were both at NJMEP--he as a business development manager, me as both board member and client. I was impressed with John's understanding of workforce development, particularly in manufacturing--and not just the training part of it, but the effort and discipline it would take to for investments in workforce development to pay off. I invited John to join the Newark Workforce Development Board, of which I was Chair at the time, and he participated extensively in our strategic planning sessions, the results of which are still operational today. John was very selfless with his time--something I have seen time and time again. I got to know John well and was very excited to find out that he landed at Barnabas, since there is no firm better than Barnabas health at workforce development.
During his time at Barnabas we stayed in touch and John continued to offer up advice in all sorts of areas he had expertise in--not just workforce development, but also relationship building and community development--even to the point where he offered up great advice on how to reach companies in the health care industry when it became apparent that textile companies in America would be necessary to produce PPE during the PPE shortage when the pandemic first hit.
John is a out of the box thinker who likes to serve his community before he even thinks about himself. I would put him on any board I serve on as his participation, pragmatism, and experience coupled with his creative problem solving would be an asset to any organization.
Mitra Choudhury
Director Workforce Development & Training
I have known John for at least 10+ years. John and I have worked on various workforce development projects with NJIT, NJMEP and currently with RWJ. I value his expertise and advice which he certainly brought to our recent projects together on career training and pathways to degrees for RWJ employees. This program is helping hundreds of RWJ employees upskill themselves and move into career pathways that will bring positive changes in their lives. John has participated in numerous meetings with the Essex County College team as well as reached out to potential candidates to ensure that the project is a success. He is a hand on leader and is committed to his task. I look forward to our continued partnership on all future projects.
Richard ("Rick") Maher Supporting more agile individuals, organizations and communities through the Age of Disruption.
I've known John for years as we tracked parallel paths focused on innovation in workforce and talent development. Good guy, future-focused and open to innovative ideas!
Aaron Fichtner
President
New Jersey Council of County Colleges
John is a committed, innovative leader bringing creative solutions and partnerships to meet the workforce needs of the state’s largest employer. John was instrumental to the establishment of a strong partnership between RWJ Barnabas and the state’s community colleges to expand economic and educational opportunities for the hospital system’s employees. This is a model program that is helping hundreds of employees and strengthening the company’s workforce at the same time, proving that the most effective solutions can have broad and lasting benefits to all.
Patricia Moran, Ph.D.
President at Castle Grace Services LLC; Formerly Assistant Commissioner NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development May 2, 2022, Patricia managed John R. directly
I've known John for many years, even prior to my time at NJMEP. John is probably the best "connector" I have ever met. He, strategically, can connect people and resources to get to the desired result. He's innovative, which is clearly demonstrated through his "Neighbors helping Neighbors" initiative. He's resourceful and knows who to go to in case he can't figure something out.
Additionally , John has a great sense of humor! He's made me laugh many times when I was stressed out! I am happy to write this recommendation for John.
Beatriz Baldwin
Workforce Development Professional
May 3, 2022
John is a leader who helps those around him to reach their fullest potential. John goes out his way to ensure his clients/students/colleagues have the tools necessary to remove barriers to entering/reentering into the workforce. John also has valuable insight and influence in workforce development and education that would be an asset to any organization.
Gabrielle Guilarte
Registered Nurse
May 2, 2022
John is an outstanding person when it comes to being timely, respectful, and detailed oriented. John began helping me on April 20th, 2022 to acquire a job position as a Registered Nurse. Within 4 days, I had interviews lined up, and by April 29th, 2022 I was offered a position with the health system and gladly accepted. Working with John was a pleasure! He always answered promptly and was available at any time to offer advice and check in on the progress I was making. Knowing that John was only a phone call away made the job application process enjoyable and stress free. I can not thank him enough for all of his help and would not hesitate to reach out to him for advice regarding my personal and/or professional life in the future.
Suvra Datta
Co-Director at Kaizen Technologies,Inc
It has been an immense pleasure working with Mr. Fugazzie, during our nine-month collaborative effort to train and place unemployed workers with his prestigious organization, RWJ Barnabas Health, using state grant funding opportunities. Mr. Fugazzie has been an exceptional mentor, and guide throughout this entire process. He is not only a great director, and educator but a compassionate human being that is willing to go the extra mile to help others. I look forward to collaborating with him on future projects.
Bill Gillispie
Client Delivery Partner Microsoft
Bill managed John R. directly
April 26, 2022
I have known Johnny for over 10 years and have been impressed with his wiliness to help other people and share his knowledge of the grocery industry, how to write a resume or find a job, true innovation, build a nonprofit and the list goes on and on. He has the name Professor but, in his heart, he wants to help other people succeed and will do what it takes to get that done.
Desi Tahiraj
High-Performance Executives Trainer | Human Resources Consultant for Universities and Governmental Agencies | Burnout Expert | Author | Podcast Host | International Speaker
If you wish to have a multidimensional high performance of 21 Century Institution or Community than Professor John R. Fugazzie is the answer for your needs on teaching, consulting on all areas of business, and supporting his community, on career adviser young college students to build future leaders; his ability and desire to help everyone in the local community. He serves tirelessly numerous organizations and Institutions. I have honor to collaborate with Professor John R. Fugazzie in numerous projects and outcomes are outstanding, a pure blessing. I highly recommend him.
Executive Director of Hudson County/Jersey City
Workforce Development Board
Joel Gregory Thomas
Senior Director, Economic Empowerment
May 11, 2022
When John was the Executive Director of the Hudson County Jersey City Workforce Development Board, I had the opportunity to work with him on several workforce initiatives. I was impressed with John’s ability and willingness to go above and beyond to assist business entities with resources needed to meet their business objectives. John will always be highly recommended be me.
Jane A. Armstrong, Ph.D. Director of the Morris/Sussex/Warren Workforce Development Board April 28, 2018
John is an innovative and driven workforce professional who is passionate about developing organizations that connect employers to workforce resources. He excels at connecting and collaborating with a diverse group of individuals. I am enjoying working with John on both a personal and professional level as we promote the no cost resources available to businesses through our non-profit organization, North Jersey Partners.
Chris Jeter Founder/Owner at Blue Springs Investments March 15, 2018 Chris managed John R. directly
John is an excellent public servant - mixing all of the skills from his previous private sector life, his role as a professor and his strengths as a non-profit founder to make the Hudson County Workforce Development Board hum.
As Executive Director of Workforce Development in Hudson County, John coordinates many levels of political and stakeholder interest, an all-volunteer board, and difficult budget issues and keeps everyone informed and up-to-date.
As Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors, I enjoyed his planning prowess, his creativity in building teams and his ability to make our board meetings productive and informative.
He's a major asset to Hudson County and the region.
Robert Creighton
CRO-Global Business Development, Televisory Market Data, Fintech, AI/ML, FINRA-Placement Agent, Inv Banking
John is a consummate professional with decades of finance and business expertise. He takes pride in sharing his skills, contacts, and knowledge while being a great mentor and player-coach. In the 15 years that I've worked with John we have worked on many successful projects in the healthcare and consumer goods industries. John is enthusiastic about all his endeavours, and continually focuses on the greater causes.
Mark Renkert, MCsl Economic Development Advisor - Board Chair at SMART Holdings USA - SMARTvt.com
As a Work Force Development Expert, Labor Force Economist, Worker Advocate, and Executive - Mr. Fugazzie is a peer in a League of Giants standing tall along with Paul Krugman, Barbara Ehrenreich, Nate Silver, Steven Greenhouse, Robert Reich, and Thomas Piketty -- all champions of common sense and as heralds of the value of middle-class and the common man.
Mr. Fugazzie puts himself in the line of fire every day as Ambassador, Advocate, Defender, Promoter, and Proselytizer.
We at SMART Holdings USA - SMARTvt.org are proud to support, endorse, recommend and refer Mr. Fugazzie as a Humanist, Executive, Community Builder, and Business Professional.
Barbara Monahan MBA, MDivBarbara Monahan MBA, MDiv
Pastoral Ministry Leader Pastoral Ministry Leader, Barbara worked with John R. on the same team May 17, 2022
I’m 2011 I was diagnosed with cancer while my siblings and I took care of my mom who was dying from cancer.
I was devastated. I was surrounded by death. Filled with fear of dying. I prayed to God for a life preserver. Something that would shift my focus from death to life.
One morning I looked at our town paper, something I rarely do, and saw an article entitled ‘Neighbors helping Neighbors.’
In 2008 I started writing a blog called People helping People because I believe that we need each other to navigate life.
I read the article and recognized a kindred spirit in John.
I called him, told him about my experience and asked if I could be of any use to those he served. He said yes right away and asked me to attend a few meetings. He wanted me to work with another volunteer to start a NhN group in the Ridgewood library.
After we got the group started John asked if I would coach some of his dedicated volunteers as a way to thank them.
I never told John about why I reached out to him 11 years ago until today 5-17-2022.
He has helped countless people throughout these years and continues to be a shining light of human goodness, dignity and respect.
Thank you John. You saved my life, gave me hope through serving those in need.
I look forward to helping you write your story one day! ☺️
+++ Dear reader of this recommendation,
We are all on this earth for a very short time. Help someone when you are able.
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Garden State Guarantee (GSG)
The Garden State Guarantee (GSG) is New Jersey's promise to make a college degree more accessible and affordable. By reducing out-of-pocket costs for students and families, New Jersey is limiting the amount of debt that residents must borrow to attend an in-state, public college or university. This program further builds on Governor Phil Murphy's commitment to improving college affordability.
The Garden State Guarantee (GSG) is New Jersey's promise to make a college degree more accessible and affordable. By reducing out-of-pocket costs for students and families, New Jersey is limiting the amount of debt that residents must borrow to attend an in-state, public college or university. This program further builds on Governor Phil Murphy's commitment to improving college affordability.
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Hispanic Center of Excellence
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Each fall, the efforts of hundreds of committed professionals from across the country culminate in special events presented by Excelencia in Education to showcase what works for Latino student in higher education. Leading up to our convening in Washington, DC, we will share stories, profile leaders and celebrate our growing community of common cause – accelerating Latino student success in higher education.
What works to improve the success of Latino college students?
For the last 17 years we have answered this question through Examples of Excelencia by working with leaders in higher education and the community who intentionally serve Latino students.
Mark September 29 on your calendar for the Celebración de Excelencia to celebrate programs that work for Latino student success, including the 2022 Examples of Excelencia.
It is not enough to enroll Hispanic students.
Accelerating Latino student success requires institutions to go beyond enrollment and show intentionality and impact in SERVING students. Excelencia's Seal of Excelencia certification is a rigorous framework to articulate intentionality and impact in serving Latino students for colleges and universities who share common cause.
Hear about the impact of the Seal of Excelencia on Latino students from leaders of the institutions that earned our national certification in 2021.
Mark September 30 on your calendar for the national announcement of the institutions earning the 2022 Seal of Excelencia and recertifications.
Excelencia's team Is why Excelencia works.
Learn more about our team, their commitment to cause, and why they choose to work at Excelencia.
Jennifer Gomez-Chavez - Vice President for Institutional Engagement
Matt Cuozzo - Strategic Partnership Manager
Andrea Osorio - Institutional Practices Manager
Cynthia Sánchez - Institutional Practices Manager
What works to improve the success of Latino college students?
For the last 17 years we have answered this question through Examples of Excelencia by working with leaders in higher education and the community who intentionally serve Latino students.
Mark September 29 on your calendar for the Celebración de Excelencia to celebrate programs that work for Latino student success, including the 2022 Examples of Excelencia.
It is not enough to enroll Hispanic students.
Accelerating Latino student success requires institutions to go beyond enrollment and show intentionality and impact in SERVING students. Excelencia's Seal of Excelencia certification is a rigorous framework to articulate intentionality and impact in serving Latino students for colleges and universities who share common cause.
Hear about the impact of the Seal of Excelencia on Latino students from leaders of the institutions that earned our national certification in 2021.
Mark September 30 on your calendar for the national announcement of the institutions earning the 2022 Seal of Excelencia and recertifications.
Excelencia's team Is why Excelencia works.
Learn more about our team, their commitment to cause, and why they choose to work at Excelencia.
Jennifer Gomez-Chavez - Vice President for Institutional Engagement
Matt Cuozzo - Strategic Partnership Manager
Andrea Osorio - Institutional Practices Manager
Cynthia Sánchez - Institutional Practices Manager
School % Hispanic
Hudson County Community College Jersey City, NJ 56.6%
Passaic County Community College Paterson, NJ 54.1%
Somerset Christian College 35.6%
Berkeley College Woodland Park Woodland Park, NJ 34.5%
Union County College Cranford, NJ 34.5%
Middlesex County College Edison, NJ 31.9%
Cumberland County College Vineland, NJ 30.5%F
Felician College Lodi, NJ 27.8%
Kean University Elizabeth, NJ 27.1%R
Rutgers University Newark Newark, NJ 27.1%
William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ 27.3%
Bergen Community College Paramus, NJ 26.3%
Bloomfield College Bloomfield, NJ 26.5%
Essex County College Newark, NJ 25.1%
Montclair State University Montclair, NJ 25.4%N
New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 22.1%S
College of Saint Elizabeth Morristown, NJ 21.3%
Hudson County Community College Jersey City, NJ 56.6%
Passaic County Community College Paterson, NJ 54.1%
Somerset Christian College 35.6%
Berkeley College Woodland Park Woodland Park, NJ 34.5%
Union County College Cranford, NJ 34.5%
Middlesex County College Edison, NJ 31.9%
Cumberland County College Vineland, NJ 30.5%F
Felician College Lodi, NJ 27.8%
Kean University Elizabeth, NJ 27.1%R
Rutgers University Newark Newark, NJ 27.1%
William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ 27.3%
Bergen Community College Paramus, NJ 26.3%
Bloomfield College Bloomfield, NJ 26.5%
Essex County College Newark, NJ 25.1%
Montclair State University Montclair, NJ 25.4%N
New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 22.1%S
College of Saint Elizabeth Morristown, NJ 21.3%
https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2022/08/12/secretary-cardona-calls-change-higher-ed
Secretary Cardona calls for change in higher ed
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona has a demand: "We need a culture change in higher education now." In a speech made at a conference attended by university and college presidents and other leaders in higher education on Thursday, Cardona said that elite rankings are a "joke" and that more attention needs to be focused on the institutions that serve the nation's less-affluent students.
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During ‘Raise the B.A.R.’ Summit, Education Department Announces College Completion Fund Competition to Support Postsecondary Student Success | U.S. Department of Education - ed.gov
8.12.22 - Today, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced the availability of $5 million in funds to support a new College Completion Fund for Postsecondary Student Success.
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Secretary Cardona calls for change in higher ed
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona has a demand: "We need a culture change in higher education now." In a speech made at a conference attended by university and college presidents and other leaders in higher education on Thursday, Cardona said that elite rankings are a "joke" and that more attention needs to be focused on the institutions that serve the nation's less-affluent students.
www.insidehighered.com
https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/search-grants.html?keywords=education
https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/during-%E2%80%98raise-bar%E2%80%99-summit-education-department-announces-college-completion-fund-competition-support-postsecondary-student-success
During ‘Raise the B.A.R.’ Summit, Education Department Announces College Completion Fund Competition to Support Postsecondary Student Success | U.S. Department of Education - ed.gov
8.12.22 - Today, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced the availability of $5 million in funds to support a new College Completion Fund for Postsecondary Student Success.
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Please see the link below to the dashboard managed by the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE). You will see costs for all of higher education including community colleges, independent public universities, independent proprietary schools, independent religions schools and senior public institutions.
At the top of the dashboard, you will see the average tuition and fees across the 18 community colleges from 2016-17 academic year through the present. In addition, the dashboard also show’s the percentage increase in costs between years.
To observe the costs at individual institutions, visit the section towards the bottom of the page labeled “Select a Comparison Institutions using this filter” and select the drop down menu under institution name. Please note that this list includes all institution types listed in the paragraph above.
You will need to select each college to understand how its costs compare with the statewide average. https://www.state.nj.us/highereducation/dashboard-tution.shtml
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In the coming decades, the success of the US economy will become increasingly tied to the success of Latino Americans.
With 58 million Latinos in the US today and projections of population growth in the years to come, Latino workers, consumers, and business owners will shape the present and future of the US economy. How can we secure economic stability and mobility for Latino workers, families, and communities?
What policies, practices, or strategies could help to improve job quality, increase skills and access to high-quality jobs, and expand business ownership opportunities?
The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) and the Latinos and Society Program (AILAS) invite you to watch “Drivers of Opportunity: How Will Latinos Shape the Future of the American Dream?”
With 58 million Latinos in the US today and projections of population growth in the years to come, Latino workers, consumers, and business owners will shape the present and future of the US economy. How can we secure economic stability and mobility for Latino workers, families, and communities?
What policies, practices, or strategies could help to improve job quality, increase skills and access to high-quality jobs, and expand business ownership opportunities?
The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) and the Latinos and Society Program (AILAS) invite you to watch “Drivers of Opportunity: How Will Latinos Shape the Future of the American Dream?”
Community Colleges programs
You can be out of county and they have ;provided Virtual Classes online, just let Gina know you are one of my students or former students.
www.helping-latinos.org
We would have set up classes – normally we do 3 hours 2 nights a week. Depending on the number of students in the class it could be a mixed level (ie high beginners and low intermediate) or it could be a single level.
We use webex and integrate Burlington English which is an interactive website into the program as well.
The students are required to have their video on and participate.
We explain they cannot be driving, cooking or feeding the family, or working – it is dedicated class time.
We can offer to all of NJ but we can’t travel to other counties. They however can come to us. And we do offer virtual though.
Best wishes,
Gina
Good afternoon,
The Adult Education, Civics, & Workforce Preparation program is open to all residents of Ocean County ages 16 and above. There is NO program cost, NO cost for services, NO cost to take the Hi-set exam. Everything will be provided free through the Title II grant, OCC, and the OCC foundation. There is a required orientation for all those interested in the program.
Here is the link for the program https://www.ocean.edu/programs-and-courses/adult-education-civics-workforce-preparation-program-aecwp.
Attached you will find the Adult Education, Civics, & Workforce Preparation summer orientation flyers. Please share with your contacts and display for the community to see. If you would like to learn more about the AECWP program, please email adulteducation@ocean.edu or reach out to myself please contact me at any time.
Best wishes,
Gina
Gina V. Opauski, MSW
Director, Community & Workforce Development
Workforce & Professional Education Dept.
732-255-0400, ext. 2032
//Go.ocean.edu/wpeprograms
www.helping-latinos.org
We would have set up classes – normally we do 3 hours 2 nights a week. Depending on the number of students in the class it could be a mixed level (ie high beginners and low intermediate) or it could be a single level.
We use webex and integrate Burlington English which is an interactive website into the program as well.
The students are required to have their video on and participate.
We explain they cannot be driving, cooking or feeding the family, or working – it is dedicated class time.
We can offer to all of NJ but we can’t travel to other counties. They however can come to us. And we do offer virtual though.
Best wishes,
Gina
Good afternoon,
The Adult Education, Civics, & Workforce Preparation program is open to all residents of Ocean County ages 16 and above. There is NO program cost, NO cost for services, NO cost to take the Hi-set exam. Everything will be provided free through the Title II grant, OCC, and the OCC foundation. There is a required orientation for all those interested in the program.
Here is the link for the program https://www.ocean.edu/programs-and-courses/adult-education-civics-workforce-preparation-program-aecwp.
Attached you will find the Adult Education, Civics, & Workforce Preparation summer orientation flyers. Please share with your contacts and display for the community to see. If you would like to learn more about the AECWP program, please email adulteducation@ocean.edu or reach out to myself please contact me at any time.
Best wishes,
Gina
Gina V. Opauski, MSW
Director, Community & Workforce Development
Workforce & Professional Education Dept.
732-255-0400, ext. 2032
//Go.ocean.edu/wpeprograms
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 | GABBY WEISS
Hispanic Heritage Month, officially founded in 1968, occurs each year from September 15 to October 15, a period which includes the anniversary of independence of eight Latin American countries. During National Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., we recognize the contributions made by and the important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States, and celebrate their heritage and culture. Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Here are just a few of our favorite organizations, which deserve your support this month and all year-round!
1. Hispanic Heritage Foundation
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation is an award-winning nonprofit that identifies, inspires, prepares and positions Latino leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities. Through HHF’s award-winning LOFT leadership and workforce development program, tens of thousands of students and young professionals are connected to each other and to mentors and resources.
2. NALEO
NALEO Educational Fund is the nation’s leading non-profit, non-partisan organization that facilitates full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. Founded in 1981, NALEO Educational Fund achieves its mission through integrated strategies that include increasing the effectiveness of Latino policymakers, mobilizing the Latino community to engage in civic life and promoting policies that advance Latino political engagement. They provide national leadership on key issues that affect Latino participation in our political process, including immigration and naturalization, voting rights, election reform, the Census and the appointment of qualified Latinos to top executive and judicial positions.
3. Grassroots Leadership
Grassroots Leadership works for a more just society where prison profiteering, mass incarceration, deportation and criminalization are things of the past. As the for-profit prison industry has increasingly relied on immigration enforcement and detention to drive their profits, Grassroots Leadership has responded by increasing our scrutiny of for-profit immigrant detention and its impact on families and communities. Grassroots Leadership organizes communities to fight back against detention and deportation both in Texas and nationally.
4. Voto Latino
Voto Latino is a pioneering civic media organization that seeks to transform America by recognizing Latinos’ innate leadership.Their work focuses on building a pipeline meant to serve and empower our community, consisting of three parts: civic engagement, issue advocacy, and leadership development. Through innovative digital campaigns, pop culture, and grassroots voices, they provide culturally relevant programs that engage, educate and empower Latinos to be agents of change, to build a stronger and more inclusive democracy.
5. Latino Victory
The Latino Victory Fund is a progressive political action committee working to grow Latino political power by increasing Latino representation at every level of government. From school boards, to the Senate, to the White House, Latino Victory identifies, recruits, and develops candidates for public office while building a permanent base of Latino donors to support them. Latino Victory engages Latino voters and donors—in addition to developing Latino leaders—in order to elevate and advance values that are important to our communities. Latino Victory is developing a pipeline of Latino leaders who will fight for the issues that matter.
Read our full profile of the Latino Victory Project and how they use technology to run winning campaigns here.
6. Unidos US
Since 1968, UnidosUS—formerly known as National Council of La Raza—has remained a trusted, nonpartisan voice for Latinos. They serve the Hispanic community through research, policy analysis, and state and national advocacy efforts, as well as program work in communities nationwide. They partner with a national network of nearly 300 Affiliates across the country to serve millions of Latinos in the areas of civic engagement, civil rights and immigration, education, workforce and the economy, health, and housing.
7. Chicanos Por La Causa
Chicanos Por La Causa was founded in 1969 to confront oppression facing Latinos in Phoenix, Arizona as part of the movement led by Cesar Chavez. Now, they are one of the largest Hispanic nonprofits in the country, promoting stronger and healthier communities throughout the southwestern United States. Their vibrant community presence spans a comprehensive range of bilingual and bi-cultural services in Health & Human Services, Housing, Education, and Economic Development.
8. United We Dream
For undocumented immigrants living in the U.S., facing discrimination can lead to living in fear. United We Dream works to transform that fear into finding a voice. They empower immigrant youth to develop their leadership, their organizing skills, and to develop their own campaigns at the local, state, and federal levels to fight for justice and dignity for immigrants and all people.
9. Hispanic Scholarship Fund
As the nation's largest not-for-profit organization supporting Hispanic American higher education, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund empowers Latino families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional Hispanic American students as possible. HSF also seeks to give its Scholars all the tools they need to do well in their course work, graduate, enter a profession, excel, help lead our nation going forward, and mentor the generations to come.
10. National Alliance for Hispanic Health
The National Alliance for Hispanic Health is the premier science-based and community-driven organization that focuses on the best health for all. Community-based members provide services to more than 15 million Hispanics throughout the U.S. every year and national organization members provide services to more than 100 million people annually. They work to ensure that health incorporates the best of science, culture, and community through listening to the individual, investing in leading community based organizations, working with national partners, examining and improving the resources and systems available, and designing solutions to make health a part of each person’s life.
11. Hispanic Institute
The Hispanic Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides an effective education forum for an informed and empowered Hispanic America. The Hispanic Institute manages several ongoing projects, including the study of Hispanic economic contributions, media monitoring, consumer fraud protection, citizenship education, and technology and telecommunication research.
This Hispanic Heritage month, we're proud to support the campaign efforts of organizations serving the Hispanic and Latino communities every day.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 | GABBY WEISS
Hispanic Heritage Month, officially founded in 1968, occurs each year from September 15 to October 15, a period which includes the anniversary of independence of eight Latin American countries. During National Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., we recognize the contributions made by and the important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States, and celebrate their heritage and culture. Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Here are just a few of our favorite organizations, which deserve your support this month and all year-round!
1. Hispanic Heritage Foundation
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation is an award-winning nonprofit that identifies, inspires, prepares and positions Latino leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities. Through HHF’s award-winning LOFT leadership and workforce development program, tens of thousands of students and young professionals are connected to each other and to mentors and resources.
2. NALEO
NALEO Educational Fund is the nation’s leading non-profit, non-partisan organization that facilitates full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. Founded in 1981, NALEO Educational Fund achieves its mission through integrated strategies that include increasing the effectiveness of Latino policymakers, mobilizing the Latino community to engage in civic life and promoting policies that advance Latino political engagement. They provide national leadership on key issues that affect Latino participation in our political process, including immigration and naturalization, voting rights, election reform, the Census and the appointment of qualified Latinos to top executive and judicial positions.
3. Grassroots Leadership
Grassroots Leadership works for a more just society where prison profiteering, mass incarceration, deportation and criminalization are things of the past. As the for-profit prison industry has increasingly relied on immigration enforcement and detention to drive their profits, Grassroots Leadership has responded by increasing our scrutiny of for-profit immigrant detention and its impact on families and communities. Grassroots Leadership organizes communities to fight back against detention and deportation both in Texas and nationally.
4. Voto Latino
Voto Latino is a pioneering civic media organization that seeks to transform America by recognizing Latinos’ innate leadership.Their work focuses on building a pipeline meant to serve and empower our community, consisting of three parts: civic engagement, issue advocacy, and leadership development. Through innovative digital campaigns, pop culture, and grassroots voices, they provide culturally relevant programs that engage, educate and empower Latinos to be agents of change, to build a stronger and more inclusive democracy.
5. Latino Victory
The Latino Victory Fund is a progressive political action committee working to grow Latino political power by increasing Latino representation at every level of government. From school boards, to the Senate, to the White House, Latino Victory identifies, recruits, and develops candidates for public office while building a permanent base of Latino donors to support them. Latino Victory engages Latino voters and donors—in addition to developing Latino leaders—in order to elevate and advance values that are important to our communities. Latino Victory is developing a pipeline of Latino leaders who will fight for the issues that matter.
Read our full profile of the Latino Victory Project and how they use technology to run winning campaigns here.
6. Unidos US
Since 1968, UnidosUS—formerly known as National Council of La Raza—has remained a trusted, nonpartisan voice for Latinos. They serve the Hispanic community through research, policy analysis, and state and national advocacy efforts, as well as program work in communities nationwide. They partner with a national network of nearly 300 Affiliates across the country to serve millions of Latinos in the areas of civic engagement, civil rights and immigration, education, workforce and the economy, health, and housing.
7. Chicanos Por La Causa
Chicanos Por La Causa was founded in 1969 to confront oppression facing Latinos in Phoenix, Arizona as part of the movement led by Cesar Chavez. Now, they are one of the largest Hispanic nonprofits in the country, promoting stronger and healthier communities throughout the southwestern United States. Their vibrant community presence spans a comprehensive range of bilingual and bi-cultural services in Health & Human Services, Housing, Education, and Economic Development.
8. United We Dream
For undocumented immigrants living in the U.S., facing discrimination can lead to living in fear. United We Dream works to transform that fear into finding a voice. They empower immigrant youth to develop their leadership, their organizing skills, and to develop their own campaigns at the local, state, and federal levels to fight for justice and dignity for immigrants and all people.
9. Hispanic Scholarship Fund
As the nation's largest not-for-profit organization supporting Hispanic American higher education, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund empowers Latino families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional Hispanic American students as possible. HSF also seeks to give its Scholars all the tools they need to do well in their course work, graduate, enter a profession, excel, help lead our nation going forward, and mentor the generations to come.
10. National Alliance for Hispanic Health
The National Alliance for Hispanic Health is the premier science-based and community-driven organization that focuses on the best health for all. Community-based members provide services to more than 15 million Hispanics throughout the U.S. every year and national organization members provide services to more than 100 million people annually. They work to ensure that health incorporates the best of science, culture, and community through listening to the individual, investing in leading community based organizations, working with national partners, examining and improving the resources and systems available, and designing solutions to make health a part of each person’s life.
11. Hispanic Institute
The Hispanic Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides an effective education forum for an informed and empowered Hispanic America. The Hispanic Institute manages several ongoing projects, including the study of Hispanic economic contributions, media monitoring, consumer fraud protection, citizenship education, and technology and telecommunication research.
This Hispanic Heritage month, we're proud to support the campaign efforts of organizations serving the Hispanic and Latino communities every day.
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Summer of 2015 class project raised $1,667 for Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA.
New Jersey Towns with majority Hispanic populations are:
Places with over 100,000 peoplePlaces with between 25,000 and 100,000 people
Places with over 100,000 peoplePlaces with between 25,000 and 100,000 people
- North Bergen (68.4%)
- Passaic (71.0%)
- Perth Amboy (78.1%)
- Union City (84.7%)
- West New York (78.1%)
- Dover (69.4%)
- Fairview (54.6%)
- Guttenberg (64.8%)
- East Newark (61.4%)
- Prospect Park (52.1%)
- Victory Gardens (63.0%)
16 percent of the US population are Hispanics; it means that there are about 50.5 million Hispanics in this country, plus 4 million residents of Puerto Rico. In total, there are approximately 54 million of Latinos in The United States; where 17.1 million of that population are 17 years old or younger, also they are enrolling in kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school programs in American public schools. It suggests the importance of educating the Latino community. Therefore, Latino success in the Job Market and Education plays an important role in the American Economy. According to the recent Census Bureau and PEW Research Center, Latinos between 18 to 24 years old, 79% had completed High school.
Hispanic-Americans are one of the fastest growing population groups in America. At more than 55 million strong, Hispanic-Americans represent 17% of the U.S. population, play an integral role in the U.S. economy, and remain critical to America’s ability to thrive as a nation. There are more than 3.3 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S. and that number is growing at a rate 15 times faster than the general population.
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THE HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) was established in 1986 with a founding membership of eighteen institutions. Because of HACU’s exemplary leadership on behalf of the nation’s youngest and fastest-growing population, the Association rapidly grew in numbers and national impact. Today, HACU represents more than 470 colleges and universities committed to Hispanic higher education success in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Latin America, and Spain. Although our member institutions in the U.S. represent only 10% of all higher education institutions nationwide, together they are home to more than two-thirds of all Hispanic college students. HACU is the only national educational association that represents Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). |
In 1992, HACU led the effort to convince Congress to formally recognize campuses with high Hispanic enrollment as federally designated HSIs and to begin targeting federal appropriations to those campuses. (Click here for more information about the differences between HACU's definition of HSIs and the federal definition of HSIs under Title V of the Higher Education Act.)
Soon after, HACU and its allies were instrumental in convincing Congress to appropriate money specifically for HSIs. For the first time ever, HSIs were granted $12 million in 1995 from federal resources. Since then, funding has increased significantly because of HACU’s persistent advocacy. In 2017, for example, $107.8 million were appropriated for the HSI undergraduate program under Title V of the Higher Education Act. HACU has recommended $175 million be appropriated for fiscal year 2018.
Our nation's economic and social success rests on the level of skills and knowledge attained by Hispanics, now the nation's largest minority population. Education is indisputably the key. HACU is committed to Hispanic success in education, from kindergarten through graduate school and into the work force of tomorrow. Everyone has a stake in HACU’s crucial goals: to promote the development of member colleges and universities; to improve access to and the quality of postsecondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students; and to meet the needs of business, industry and government through the development and sharing of resources, information and expertise.
With the help of HACU’s Office of Government Relations in Washington, D.C., HACU maintains more than 30 formal Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and Partnership Agreements with federal agencies, offices, and business organizations. HACU also provides assistance and outreach to HSIs by hosting technical assistance workshops throughout the country on available federal program grants and other resources. The HACU National Internship Program also operates out of the Washington, DC, office and places more than 450 student interns each year with corporations and federal agencies in Washington and field offices around the country.
HACU's Western Regional Office in Sacramento, California, offers support for state level advocacy and program work in the western United States. Additional regional offices are being planned for the future.
HACU’s Office of Policy Analysis and Information conducts policy analyses and research on issues affecting Hispanic higher educational success and HSIs. The Office of Student Services manages the Corporate Internship program, the Annual Conference Student Track, the HACU Scholarship program, and several capacity-building partnerships.
HACU’s conferences and special events each year provide a vital platform for advocacy, information, collaboration, and recognition. These events include the annual Capitol Forum each spring in Washington, D.C., and HACU’s Annual Conferences. The 23rd Annual Capitol Forum is scheduled for April 9-10, 2018. HACU's 31st Annual Conference, "Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Driving America's Prosperity," will be October 28-30, 2017 in San Diego, CA. Student participation, especially at the Annual Conference, has been an important new dimension in recent years. HACU's 12th Biennial International Conference was held March 29-31, 2017 in San José, Costa Rica.
Thousands of young Hispanics benefit from HACU with internships, scholarships, college retention and advancement programs, precollegiate support, and career development opportunities and programs. We truly are the champions of Hispanic success in higher education. Visit us at www.hacu.net.
Soon after, HACU and its allies were instrumental in convincing Congress to appropriate money specifically for HSIs. For the first time ever, HSIs were granted $12 million in 1995 from federal resources. Since then, funding has increased significantly because of HACU’s persistent advocacy. In 2017, for example, $107.8 million were appropriated for the HSI undergraduate program under Title V of the Higher Education Act. HACU has recommended $175 million be appropriated for fiscal year 2018.
Our nation's economic and social success rests on the level of skills and knowledge attained by Hispanics, now the nation's largest minority population. Education is indisputably the key. HACU is committed to Hispanic success in education, from kindergarten through graduate school and into the work force of tomorrow. Everyone has a stake in HACU’s crucial goals: to promote the development of member colleges and universities; to improve access to and the quality of postsecondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students; and to meet the needs of business, industry and government through the development and sharing of resources, information and expertise.
With the help of HACU’s Office of Government Relations in Washington, D.C., HACU maintains more than 30 formal Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and Partnership Agreements with federal agencies, offices, and business organizations. HACU also provides assistance and outreach to HSIs by hosting technical assistance workshops throughout the country on available federal program grants and other resources. The HACU National Internship Program also operates out of the Washington, DC, office and places more than 450 student interns each year with corporations and federal agencies in Washington and field offices around the country.
HACU's Western Regional Office in Sacramento, California, offers support for state level advocacy and program work in the western United States. Additional regional offices are being planned for the future.
HACU’s Office of Policy Analysis and Information conducts policy analyses and research on issues affecting Hispanic higher educational success and HSIs. The Office of Student Services manages the Corporate Internship program, the Annual Conference Student Track, the HACU Scholarship program, and several capacity-building partnerships.
HACU’s conferences and special events each year provide a vital platform for advocacy, information, collaboration, and recognition. These events include the annual Capitol Forum each spring in Washington, D.C., and HACU’s Annual Conferences. The 23rd Annual Capitol Forum is scheduled for April 9-10, 2018. HACU's 31st Annual Conference, "Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Driving America's Prosperity," will be October 28-30, 2017 in San Diego, CA. Student participation, especially at the Annual Conference, has been an important new dimension in recent years. HACU's 12th Biennial International Conference was held March 29-31, 2017 in San José, Costa Rica.
Thousands of young Hispanics benefit from HACU with internships, scholarships, college retention and advancement programs, precollegiate support, and career development opportunities and programs. We truly are the champions of Hispanic success in higher education. Visit us at www.hacu.net.
New Jersey - Hispanic-Serving Institutions
Bergen Community College http://www.bergen.edu
Bloomfield College http://www.bloomfield.edu
Fairleigh Dickinson University http://www.fdu.edu
Felician University http://www.felician.edu
Hudson County Community College http://www.hccc.edu
Middlesex County College http://www.middlesexcc.edu
New Jersey City University http://www.njcu.edu
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey, Newark Campus www.newark.rutgers.edu
Saint Peter's University http://www.saintpeters.edu
Union County College http://www.ucc.edu
William Paterson University http://www.wpunj.edu
Bergen Community College http://www.bergen.edu
Bloomfield College http://www.bloomfield.edu
Fairleigh Dickinson University http://www.fdu.edu
Felician University http://www.felician.edu
Hudson County Community College http://www.hccc.edu
Middlesex County College http://www.middlesexcc.edu
New Jersey City University http://www.njcu.edu
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey, Newark Campus www.newark.rutgers.edu
Saint Peter's University http://www.saintpeters.edu
Union County College http://www.ucc.edu
William Paterson University http://www.wpunj.edu
New York - Hispanic-Serving Institution
Boricua College http://www.boricuacollege.edu
Borough of Manhattan Community College, CUNY http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu
Bronx Community College, CUNY http://www.bcc.cuny.edu
College of Mount Saint Vincent http://www.mountsaintvincent.edu
Dominican College http://www.dc.edu
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College, CUNY http://www.hostos.cuny.edu
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY - http://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Lehman College, CUNY - http://www.lehman.cuny.edu
Mercy College http://www.mercy.edu
New York City College of Technology, CUNY - http://www.citytech.cuny.edu
Queens College, CUNY - http://www.qc.cuny.edu
Stella and Charles Guttman Community College, CUNY - http://www.guttman.cuny.edu
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology - http://www.vaughn.edu
Boricua College http://www.boricuacollege.edu
Borough of Manhattan Community College, CUNY http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu
Bronx Community College, CUNY http://www.bcc.cuny.edu
College of Mount Saint Vincent http://www.mountsaintvincent.edu
Dominican College http://www.dc.edu
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College, CUNY http://www.hostos.cuny.edu
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY - http://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Lehman College, CUNY - http://www.lehman.cuny.edu
Mercy College http://www.mercy.edu
New York City College of Technology, CUNY - http://www.citytech.cuny.edu
Queens College, CUNY - http://www.qc.cuny.edu
Stella and Charles Guttman Community College, CUNY - http://www.guttman.cuny.edu
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology - http://www.vaughn.edu
