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QCC Welcomes New Faculty & Staff
September 2019
We are very pleased to announce the following full-time staff updates:
On August 25, 2019 The School of Business, Engineering and Technology welcomed John Pignataro as an Instructor of Automotive Technology. John brings to this position over 30 years of experience. Most recently, he was the Lead Technician for Sentry West Lincoln Mazda. John earned an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science (Ford Asset Program) from Quinsigamond Community College.
On September 1, 2019, The President’s Office welcomed Viviana Abreu-Hernandez as the Associate Vice President for External Affairs. Viviana brings to this position over 20 years of experience. Most recently, she was the Director for Research and Program Development for the 1199SEIU League Training and Upgrading Fund. Viviana earned a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Puerto Rico, a Master of Arts in Political Science from Purdue University and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Purdue University.
On September 1, 2019, Academic Support Services/Library Services welcomed Carolyn Morse as the Interim Dean for Library and Academic Support Services. Carolyn brings to this position over 7 years of experience. Most recently, she was Coordinator of Library Serials and Electronic Resources here at QCC. Carolyn earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Languages, majoring in Spanish at Georgetown University, a Master of Arts in International and Comparative Education at George Washington University and a Master’s of Library and Information Science from Simmons College.
On September 15, 2019 Enrollment and Student Services welcomed Tina Wells as the Director of Counseling and Wellness. Tina brings to this position over 25 years of experience. Most recently, she was a Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor in the Counseling Services Office here at QCC. Tina earned an Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Lesley College and a Master of Social Work Degree from Simmons School of Social Work.
On September 15, 2019, Academic Affairs welcomed Engie Roufail as a Clerk III in the office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education. Engie brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she held a Customer Service/Cash Management role at Walmart. Engie earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Accounting from Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt.
On September 22, 2019 Administrative Services welcomed Stephen Holmes as the Program Portfolio Manager. Stephen brings to this position over 25 years of experience. Most recently, he was the part time Program Portfolio Manager here at QCC. Stephen earned an Associate’s Degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
On September 22, 2019, Enrollment and Student Services welcomed Ai Co Abercrombie as the Director of Admissions. Ai Co brings to this position over 15 years of experience. Most recently, she was the Interim Director of Admissions at QCC. Ai Co earned a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, minoring in History from the University of Texas at San Antonio and Master of Education Degree in Educational Leadership with an emphasis on Community College from Northern University of Arizona
On September 29, 2019 Auxiliary Services welcomed Luis Fontanez Jr. as the Reproduction Services Supervisor. Luis brings to this position over 20 years of experience. Most recently, he was the Storekeeper IV at QCC. Luis earned an Associate’s of Science Degree in Business Administration at Quinsigamond Community College.
On September 29, 2019 Academic Affairs welcomed Patrick Fama as the Student Success Counselor- Health Program. Patrick brings to this position five years of experience. Most recently, he was the Graduate Academic Advisor at Northeastern University. Patrick earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science at Stony Brook University and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Hofstra University.
Please join us in welcoming John, Viviana, Carolyn, Tina, Engie, Stephen, Ai Co, Luis and Patrick into their new roles at QCC.
