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  • Catherine Maiorisi, Douglass College 1960

    After I retired from consulting in 2003, I challenged myself to write a novel. I had never written a word of fiction before, but eighteen months later, I had a full manuscript for my first mystery. In February 2025, Blood of the Innocents, the fifth book in the NYPD Detective Chiara Corelli Mystery Series, was published. In between writing the mysteries, I published five romances, a general fiction and multiple mystery and romance short stories. Two of my books have won GOLDIE awards, and many others have been finalists for various awards.

  • Edward Blaufuss, College of Engineering 1961 

    We are sad to announce the passing of Edward Blaufuss on February 23rd, 2024. His obituary can be found here. https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/edward-blaufuss

  • Michael Goodkind, College of Engineering 1965 

    We sold our Fractional Share apartment in Paris in February 2024. On the good(kind) side, we still managed to use the apartment in March because the new owners couldn't arrange their travel for that time slot. The visit highlighted the not-so-good(kind) side, our seller's remorse. So, we rented an apartment from the same company that managed our previous apartment and were back in Paris in January 2025. We had an enjoyable time, even though it rained for most of the time there. We are thinking about going back for Christmas 2025, but haven't made any real plans yet. Other than thinking about Paris (friends, baguettes, cookies, croissants/cookies, and other delights, we are still involved in our OLLI adult education program, the Chicago Symphony, the Chicago Yacht Club (a great Valentine's Day dinner) and celebrating friends entering the Octogenarian cohort (it took me several tries to get that spelling right). Hello to all of our classmates who have made it this far and best wishes for continued success in getting older!


    Carl Woodward, Rutgers College 1965, School of Law, Newark 1969 

    All is well in the Woodward household. While I'm not fully retired, I find that activities with NGOs provide a very satisfying level of satisfaction. Kathy and I are particularly involved in environmental and public lands issues, particularly with National Wildlife Refuges. Our grandchildren are growing, with two in college, one in high school, and one who is almost 20 months old. In February, we took a short trip to Florida, including a couple of days with our stellar Class Correspondent and his wife, Chuck, and Rita Hennings. It was a delightful time. We are excited to see the return of Class Notes. They are a valuable means of staying in touch. So, please send in your experiences. We'd love to learn how you are doing.


    Chuck Hennings, Rutgers College 1965 

    My lower back pain, unrelieved by meds, was cured with an epidural shot allowing me to play golf again. That pleased my partners as they had missed taking my money. And after living in Brevard County FL for 7 years, I finally visited the Brevard Zoo feeding giraffes and kangaroos. A terrific experience and zoo! We also adopted our 4th dog whose owner didn't survive a traffic accident. Had a great visit from roomie Carl Woodward and Kathy in February. We’d hoped for a better basketball season but it was still fun watching Bailey and Harper with their outstanding play.


    Fred Simon, Rutgers College 1965

    A fond hi to my classmates. Hong and I have been retired in Surprise, AZ, since 2012. Golfing, lap swimming, and biking still. Gotta keep moving. Did a cruise with our son to Antarctica and South America in December and January. Stunningly beautiful vistas and wildlife. Love those penguins. We continue to be inspired by the sights, history (albeit remarkably short), and cultures in this gorgeous state. Last week we took Navajo-guided tours of Antelope Canyon in Page, AZ, and Canyon de Chelly in Chinle, AZ. 

    Glen Canyon and Grand Staircase Escalante at sundown are breathtaking- truly purple mountain majesty plus. Still sharing nostalgic RU memories with Phi Sig brothers Jim Beckwith and Dan Rothberg. Sadly we lost Roger Kirschen. Will really miss him. 

    Best wishes to all my classmates!


    Harvey Kohn, Rutgers College 1965 

    Was off to Spain for 2 weeks on 3/15/2025. My last visit was in 1970 when I was a medical intern and was given 2 weeks off for a vacation. It was then my first trip out of the continental USA. Spain was then considered a great inexpensive vacation with a mid-grade hotel costing $10/nite. Franco was still in charge, and there was martial law in effect. Secret police were everywhere then, and our passports were constantly checked while traveling by rail, and even in Madrid. I am certain that the tourist atmosphere is currently more inviting, while the cost of a vacation has soared. Taking American Airlines with an expected full flight, while in 1970, traveled by TAP to Lisbon and on to Madrid with only 3 passengers for the transatlantic flight. Will report back next alumni update with more details of this current trip.


    Bill Lewers, Rutgers College 1965 

    I continue to do seasonal work for the Office of Elections in Fairfax County, Virginia. 2025 is a big year as the voting machines that have been in use for 10 years have been retired and are being replaced by the next generation of voting equipment. March was an especially busy month as the new machines are undergoing the rigor of an "acceptance test." My latest novel "Murder at the Polls" was published last fall and continues to be popular among "election nerds."

  • Michael Perlin, Rutgers College 1966 

    Although I’ve been retired for almost a decade (from my teaching job at New York Law School), I’m still doing lots – writing books and articles (about mental disability law, criminal law and procedure, international human rights law), as well as playing the clarinet (in two community symphonic concert bands), birding (recently glossy ibis in Cape May), and, the best, spending time with our kids and grandkids (in NYC and Boston). And this: in what may be my final pro bono case, I have just received notice of a victory before the UN Human Rights Council’s Working Group on Arbitrary Detention on an appeal by a Uzbekistan citizen who has been locked in a psychiatric hospital for some years as a result of speaking up (via a blog) against Putin. That Council ruled that the deprivation of liberty in that case contravened multiple articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Here's the press release that tells more about the case: https://www.uzbekforum.org/uzbekistan-free-blogger-from-forced-psychiatric-detention-un-experts-call-for-immediate-release-from-arbitrary-detention-compensation/.


    Larry Klein, Rutgers College 1966 

    I'm now living in Paris, France for ten-plus months per year with my partner Eddie. We travel a great deal, mostly to Western Europe. In March, it was Stockholm for six days; in January, was Verona and Milan for two weeks. April will be a return to San Francisco to do my U.S. taxes as well as a trip to Albuquerque, Mesa Verde, and Chaco Canyon. Given that we both dislike group travel, much of my retirement time is spent carefully planning "unguided" travel. It takes more effort, but we find it more rewarding.


    Steven Weiner, College of Engineering 1966 

    I am getting close to completing my ninth year as an in-classroom volunteer at Gaithersburg (MD) Middle School. I still have not graduated from the sixth grade. Maybe next year! 

    In an English class, the students recently studied a text from Jackie Robinson's autobiography, I Never Had It Made. Sixth graders analyze written text and summarize their conclusions, a lifetime skill of immense importance. Mr. Steve often says that writing is just one paragraph at a time. 

    I recently conducted a class that focused on Robinson's steal of home in the first game of the 1955 World Series (In fact, I was in the sixth grade!). An excellent video narrated by Doug Glanville served to analyze the steal and capture the larger meaning of what Robinson accomplished in his lifetime. 

    At the end of the class, I presented each student with a Jackie Robinson baseball card. You would have thought I handed them a bar of gold!


    James Grayson, Rutgers College 1966 

    Me and my wife, Ruth, are still living in the same Sheffield, UK, house that we bought when I became a professor at the University of Sheffield in 1987. Academically, I have presented conference papers, published articles in professional journals, and organized conferences. Last year, I jointly organized a conference on "Soundscapes and Folklore in East Asia." Unfortunately, I tripped upon entering the hotel in London and broke my right femur. That fall required a total replacement of my right hip. However, I am now walking the family dog, going to shops without a cane, and taking the bus downtown without assistance. As a retired Methodist minister, I continue to preach regularly and lead various Biblical and theological study groups in addition to my academic work. My younger son, Chris, has a daughter, Emily, who is now 9-1/2 years old. Elder son Andy has just welcomed his first child, Nyla, giving me and Ruth a second grand-daughter. We are both still in good health and are enjoying life in Sheffield now that I am almost fully recovered from his fall.


    Eric Krebs, Rutgers College 1966 

    Celebrating the 51st season of George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, which I founded in 1974...Still producing off-Broadway theater at my Theater555 in NYC, this year Forbidden Broadway and BreakinNYC, a joyous Hip Hop Dance Musical...Celebrated my 80th on Dec. 13 by reading my father's WWII letters from the Philippines to about 100 guests...still riding my bicycle through the streets of Manhattan... still married, 53 years, to the wonderful Suzanne.... still hoping and working for a more rational and empathetic world!


    Paul Hetzel, Rutgers College 1966, NJ College of Medicine & Dentistry 1970

    I can still vividly remember the summer night I received a phone call from John Sorrentino, a soon-to-be senior, asking me to organize my soon-to-be junior class as volunteers in the planned Family Health Center. We met in the basement of the then-Maryland Hospital on a weekly basis. We were staffed by third and fourth-year medical students and third-year nursing students. One faculty member oversaw our activities. We were used to hands-on patient care, for as memory serves me, there were few medical house staff at Maryland in those days, and we, as fourth-year students, were the first responders. It was our first exposure to outpatient medicine. It was there I met a nursing student who was to become my wife. It is heartwarming to hear the clinic continues to thrive.

  • Eric Carey, College of Engineering 1969 

    Graduate studies at Columbia followed by a 47-year career managing large building and infrastructure construction projects. All while located in the Washington, DC area with the exception of a single year in Los Angeles. Employed by the US Department of Veterans Affairs, followed by Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. Celebrating fifty years of marriage to Priscilla Brown Carey with three children and six grandchildren. Attend a few home football and basketball games every year as well as reunions. Occasionally get together with Class of '69 classmates in DC or NYC. Retired now, living in Arlington, VA since '76. If classmates are nearby, please reach out at carey22207@gmail.com.


    Peter Takacs, Rutgers College 1969 

    Mary Pat and I are enjoying interacting with our 2 grandsons whenever we have a chance. Just took the 4 1/2 year old to Disneyland. A fun time for all. On a sad note, my roommate, Georges Schak, passed away this past August. He was a dear friend.


    James Cuviello, Rutgers College 1969

    Hi Classmates! Just wanted to share some good family news. We had our first grandchild get married this past year. We will also celebrate our youngest grandchild's high school graduation in June. Carolyn (DC'69) and I are doing well and hope you are, too!


    Philip Mahalic, Rutgers College 1969 

    I am currently employed as the Full Time Director of Catholic Ministries at JBSA Randolph Air Force Base and as the Catholic Chaplain. I retired from the US Army with a total of 43 years of Service. I now work for the DoD performing the same duties I had while in uniform as a Catholic Chaplain.

  • Frederick Perkins, Rutgers College 1970 

    I had planned to attend my 50th reunion in 2020, but the COVID pandemic became a problem. I hope to make it to our 55th. 

    I have had a busy 55 years. After I graduated I went to Medical School (Univ. of Vermont), completed a residency (Univ. of Iowa), and did a fellowship (NIH, Bethesda, MD). I then had a career as an academic physician (Univ. of Vermont '80 - '89, Univ. of Rochester '89 - '00, Dartmouth '00 - '18). My wife and I have remained in Hanover, NH since my retirement in 2018. I hope to see some classmates from that now long ago time of our college years.


    Jorge del Castillo, Rutgers College 1970 

    A number of us who were in ZBT class of '70, have been getting together since graduation and have attended many reunions over the years. We are planning on attending in September for our 55th. There are about 10 or more of us. We were cheated out of the big 50th due to the COVID scourge, and the "makeup" reunion was not feasible for many of us. On a sad note, we lost one of our dearest friends and "brother' this past year. David R. Maizel was a retired Family Medicine physician living in Virginia Beach with his wife Honey. Dave was known and respected by many as a member of the IFC and other campus organizations. We look forward to seeing some of the class of '70 on campus in September.

  • Thomas Kuchler, Camden College of Arts and Sciences 1972 

    Thomas F. Kuchler, 75, of Hammonton, NJ passed away on December 21, 2024 after a long struggle with Parkinson’s disease. He is pre-deceased by his parents, son Michael, and grandson Ethan. He is survived by his loving wife Marion, children Jennifer, Matthew, and Christine. He is also survived by loving brothers Joseph and Steven, and nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. 

    Thomas graduated from St. Peter & Paul Elementary School in Camden in 1964. He graduated from Camden Catholic High School in Cherry Hill in 1968. He received a BS degree in Accounting & Finance from Rutgers-Camden in 1972 and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Rutgers-Newark in 1990. Upon receiving his MPA, he was honored with the E. Drexel Godfrey Award academic excellence. He was employed by the State of New Jersey for over 30 years. In 2008 he retired from the Division of Developmental Disabilities as a Fiscal Manager working in Trenton, N.J. 

    He was a member and officer at the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society for over 30 years. He was also a member of the Association of Government Accountants for Over 15 years. He enjoyed attending air shows, NASCAR Races and Doo Wop concerts.

  • Gerald Novellino, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy 1973 

    Gerald Novellino, 75, of Union, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. A graduate of Essex Catholic High School, Gerald went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from Rutgers University in 1973. He was a member of the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity. 

    For fifty years, Gerald was the proud owner and Registered Pharmacist in Charge of Abbot’s Drug Store in Belleville, NJ. His dedication to the pharmacy was unwavering, and he became a pillar of the community, known not only for his professional expertise but for the personal care and compassion he extended to every patient. To him, his customers were more than just patients; they were friends whom he treated like family. His commitment to their well-being was evident in every interaction, and he took immense pride in providing quality care to all who walked through his doors. 

    Donations in Gerald’s memory can be made to the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy Academic Excellence Fund at https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/emsop-ae-fund/1165.html.


    Gerald Novellino, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy 1973 

    Gerald proudly retired in January of 2023 after working for 50 Continuous years at his retail Pharmacy, Abbot's Drug Store, formerly located in Belleville, New Jersey


    Ray Wiss, Rutgers College 1973 

    I met my future wife, Pam, who is a 1973 graduate of Douglass College, at a dorm party at Campbell Dorm in January 1971. We got married in August 1974, and recently celebrated our 50th anniversary. Still have a season tickets to RU football 🏈

  • Vita Morales (Patrick), Rutgers College 1975

    Many of my plays can be seen around New Jersey in community theaters from Cinnaminson to Hackettstown. I'm proud to be called a New Jersey playwright.


    Laurie Stauhs, Rutgers College 1975

    Executive Director of Passaic River Coalition, founder of North Jersey Rowing and former marketing director at various book publishers.


    Bill Cummings, Rutgers College 1975 

    Greetings from The Villages Fl - left NJ in 2017 - we have an active Rutgers Club in the area if you would like to join us let me know!

  • Dan Van Abs, Cook College 1977 

    Upon conclusion of twelve years on the faculty at the SEBS Department of Human Ecology, I re-retired in June 2024 (having already failed retirement after 26 years in water resources management with the NJ state government). Now, I am keeping busy with volunteer work in both the non-governmental and governmental sectors, still with water resources, watershed, and land use management. Living in Princeton - a lovely walkable town - with my wife.

  • Eric Wargotz, Livingston College 1978 

    As a physician and a judge, I am pleased to share with you that In October 2024 I was honored to be elected to serve as President-Elect of MedChi-The State Medical Society of Maryland. I have been informed that I am the first Rutgers University alumnus and first Pathologist physician to be elected to the presidency of the Society.

  • Joseph C. Schiavo, Camden College of Arts and Sciences 1982, Graduate School of New Brunswick 1986 & 2006 

    Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, Camden College of Arts and Sciences Artistic Director, Mallery Concert Series, Visual, Media, and Performing Arts Department.

  • Maryjayne Lambert Carter, Douglass College 1985 

    From a personal standpoint, I’m experiencing life as an empty nester. I’m happy to say that one of my daughters has been accepted into Rutgers Law school!

  • Larry Ladutke, Rutgers College, 1991

    I have been admitted to the Masters of Public Administration program at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Classes begin in September; we are in the process of planning our relocation to Nova Scotia from New Jersey. This will be my fifth degree--I have my B.A. from Rutgers and my M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D from CUNY Graduate Center (all in Political Science). I expect to complete an internship in the summer of 2026 and graduate in 2027. Dalhousie has a very intensive MPA program, it requires 54 credits in two years.


    Wendy Torres, Rutgers College 1991

    My husband and I met on the first day of our freshman year at Rutgers in 1987. We both had been assigned to the 5th floor of Frelinghuysen Hall. We quickly discovered that we were from bordering towns, and we both had gone to his high school’s senior prom. We got to know each other by walking to our classes in Voorhees Mall, playing tennis behind our dorm in Deiner Park, and going on late-night trips to get gyros from the grease trucks on College Ave. Our first date was on campus at Old Man Rafferty’s in October of 1987. We graduated in 1991 and got married in 1993, with many of our Rutgers friends participating in the ceremony. We are still married to this day, with three adult children.

  • Stacey Palant (Nemerson), Livingston College 1992 

    I co-presented at the March 2025 New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NJSHA) State Convention "Leading the Way to Empowered Communication" in Atlantic City, NJ. My session, *Enhancing Classroom Collaboration: Push-In Strategies for Speech-Language Specialists*, focused on effective approaches for integrating speech-language support within the classroom setting. I am a Speech-Language Specialist at Princeton High School, where I work with students to develop their communication skills and support their academic success.


    Erik and Beth Kent, Rutgers College 1992 

    Beth and I met on campus during our Rutgers College as Communication majors and Art History minors in 1992. We were married on April 17, 1994, at Kirkpatrick Chapel on the Old Queens campus. We decided to start a business publishing websites (NJWedding.com and NJParenting.com) which continue to grow. We recently celebrated 30 years of marriage and live in Montgomery Township, NJ, with our 3 children, Ellie, Zoe, and Ian.

  • James Sahagian, Rutgers College 1993 

    Subject: Exciting Recognition for Ramapo Wealth Advisors Dear Class of '93 Scarlett Knights: I'm thrilled to share that my financial advisory team has been named to the Forbes 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list for New Jersey! This recognition is a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional financial guidance and building meaningful client relationships. As a proud Rutgers graduate, I appreciate the foundation my education provided in shaping my career. Go Scarlet Knights!


    Glen Tobias, Cook College 1993 

    I graduated with a degree in Nutritional Science in 1993 and went on to get my Masters in Clinical Nutrition from NYU. I am a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics and a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. I was the team Performance Dietitian for the NY Jets from 2013-2016 (4 seasons) Then the team Performance Dietitian for the Boston Red Son from 2017-2020 (4 seasons). 2018 World Series champs.

  • Kristyn Corace, Rutgers College 1995, Graduate School of Education 2006

    In October 2024, I completed my Ed.D. in Organization Leadership with an Emphasis in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. My dissertation title is Transition Planning Team Membership for Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities: A Qualitative Study. I have been teaching in the Middletown Township School District in Middletown, NJ for 31 years as a special education teacher.


    Phil (Young) Cha, Cook College 1995, School of Law, Camden 1999 

    Phil was appointed as the new managing partner of Duane Morris LLP - Southern New Jersey office. He is a member of Duane Morris’ governing Partners Board and serves as a team lead for the firm’s Energy Industry Group. He litigates complex and high-stakes disputes in state and federal courts across the United States. His diverse client base spans industries such as oil and gas, renewable and sustainable energy, manufacturing, transportation, wholesale, retail and healthcare.

  • Lizzett Cuervo, Newark College of Arts and Sciences 1997

    I am an experienced educator, entrepreneur, and executive function specialist dedicated to empowering individuals with ADHD. With 15 years as a special education teacher, I have firsthand knowledge of the challenges neurodivergent students face in traditional learning environments. I hold a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, equipping me with the expertise to design effective strategies that bridge the gap between intention and performance. 

    As the co-founder of a nonprofit organization, Circle Match, where underrepresented students gain access to elite colleges from marginalized communities, ensuring they receive the guidance and opportunities they deserve. This passion for advocacy and education led me to establish Chispa Consulting, where I serve as CEO. At Chispa, I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD develop executive function strategies that enhance productivity, organization, and overall success in both academic and professional settings. 

    My work focuses on translating research-based executive function techniques into practical, actionable solutions tailored to the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals. Whether through one-on-one coaching, dynamic workshops, or corporate training, my mission is to foster a deeper understanding of ADHD and equip individuals with the tools they need to thrive.

  • Benny Rausa, Newark College of Arts and Sciences 1999

    Benny has been elected to the partnership at CohnReznick. Effective February 1, 2025, his title is Partner and Chief Accounting Officer.

  • Bryan Epps, Rutgers College 2005 

    I was recently appointed Chief Programs and Impact Officer at Sojourners, a leading faith-based organization dedicated to advancing justice across issues. In this role, I will lead national initiatives focused on democracy and the common good, work rooted in the values of the beloved community that I cultivated during my time at Rutgers. Reflecting on this new chapter, “Rutgers taught me the power of public service through world-class instruction and valuable real-life experiences. I’m excited to carry these lessons forward as we work toward a more just and unified world.”

  • Kelley Eccles (DaCunha), Newark College of Arts and Sciences 2007 

    KRS CPAs is proud to announce the promotion of Kelley Ann Eccles (DaCunha), CPA, to partner. She joined KRS 17 years ago as an entry-level accountant. She has advanced through various roles due to her leadership in business development, staff recruitment and training, and her success in building strong client relationships, particularly within professional service firms. 

    Her dedication and passion have been instrumental in growing the team and ensuring top-tier client care,” says Managing Partner Maria Rollins, CPA, MST. Partner Jerry Shanker, CPA/ABV, MST, highlights her contributions to the firm’s law firm clients and her mentorship to younger staff, especially during tax season. 

    Reflecting on her promotion, she shared, “I’ve grown alongside KRS over the years and have always been committed to making it a great place to work and delivering outstanding client service.” Her promotion coincides with KRS’s 20th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for both Eccles and the firm. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Rutgers University, Newark, NJ. 

    She lives in Wood-Ridge, NJ, with her husband and two children, Ella and Liam.

  • Tatyana Patel, University College - Camden 2012

    Growing up in a lower-middle-class family in Bulgaria, it was somewhat hard for me to set long-term goals and have big dreams even though my future was often on my mind during calm times of my day. Luckily, my circumstances allowed me to discover the broad world of education. Fast forward to age 28, I graduated with a BA degree in psychology from Rutgers Camden, and after a year of reflection, I went on to graduate school earning an MSW degree. Academia inspired me to pursue goals I did not imagine and pay it forward to my community and my own children. I credit RUC education for the transformational processes I experienced, and for that, I have a better quality of life, self-fulfillment, and a sense of belonging and gratitude to the world around me. RUC has a special place in my heart because it is tied to my family, where my husband is an alumnus, and my firstborn child is a freshman. I am positive this will not be my last connection to the Rutgers community. Together (with my RUC family) I have been able to expand my horizons and cultural experiences either through the classes I attended or the events and truly remarkable empowering people I met. The most exciting thing I would like to highlight in this class note is that everyone has their own measure of success and mine is being able to be on this journey called life with my family and with my pride of being a Rutgers alumni.


    Jonathan Carrillo, School of Law, Newark 2012

    As an attorney in the Newark office of Littler, the largest employment and labor law practice he has been elevated to shareholder, effective January 1, 2025. 

    “Jonathan is an exceptional attorney who has consistently demonstrated the qualities needed to be a successful shareholder through his deep knowledge and experience in labor and employment law, combined with his strong leadership and unwavering dedication to client service,” said Peter B. Ajalat, Newark office managing shareholder. “On behalf of Littler, I congratulate him and look forward to his continued success as shareholder.” 

    He focuses on workplace safety and health and assists employers who have experienced workplace injuries or are subject to federal or state OSHA inspections. He has appeared before various appellate courts and has written briefs in the United States Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, among others. Hr earned his J.D. from Rutgers School of Law and his B.A., summa cum laude, from Saint Peter’s University. 

    For a full bio, visit https://www.littler.com/people/jonathan-carrillo.

  • Mariel Mercado-Guevara, Esq., School of Law, Newark 2015 

    I am pleased to announce my new position as an experienced Attorney in the insurance coverage department in the Marshall Conway Bradley & Gollub law firm in downtown New York City office. My focus is on insurance coverage issues in NY and NJ, and I represent domestic and international insurers and re-insurers in a wide range of complex insurance coverage disputes arising from commercial general liability, construction defects, builder’s risk, and professional liability policies, among other things. I have extensive experience in advising clients on claims handling issues and developing cost-effective strategies in coverage disputes. I have also counseled a wide array of clients from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies, in a variety of complex and sophisticated legal matters.

  • Katherine Zsorey, School of Arts and Sciences 2024 

    Under my pen name, Delilah Erosa, I have officially published my first book, ""How To Summon A Prince."" It debuted as a Top Release on Amazon, hitting #1 in its genre and #42 in the top 100 on Amazon. 

    Since releasing my book, I have also received a full-time job with Pepelwerkfull time job with pepelwerk, a software system that uses AI to help people find jobs, educators teach in-demand skills, and organizations build their workforce.

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