Lion Tales - NCC

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Janelle Clausen, NCC Class of 2013.  Janelle earned her AA degree in Liberal Arts, and a BA in Journalism with a specialty in Public Policy and Public Affairs, and her Masters in Democracy and Government from Georgetown University.  She worked as a full-time journalist on Long Island and has worked for several grant-funded programs that provides aides and volunteers.  She is a panelist for the State Department Fellowship, that will further empower international leaders and leadership in general.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Dr. Pete Coco, NCC Class of 2001.  He is a portrait photographer known for creating bold images that defy convention.  He works with musicians, authors, and executives.  He studied music at NCC and earned a BA at Hofstra University in Jazz and Commercial Music, and a master's in jazz studies from SUNY Purchase, and a doctorate in classical performance from Stony Brook University.  He had the great fortune of teaching his art and his music.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Matthew Cohen, NCC Class of 2025. Matthew earned his degree in Creative Writing and is currently a student at SUNY Binghamton.  His goal is to be a screen writer for a video game developer.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Gabriel "Gabe" Derwin, NCC Class of 2024.  He earned his associate of science degree in accounting and is currently pursuing an accounting degree at SUNY Old Westbury.  His hobbies include listening to, and analyzing music, doing mathematical puzzles, competitive cup stacking and writing poetry.  He loves badminton and works part-time at an arcade.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with JONNY Brumit, NCC Class of 2023, with a degree in Media. JONNY is owner and founder of Art of Heaven Multimedia Inc. He has a certificate of audio recording and production from the Institute of Audio Research and experience in all facets of production including recording, mixing, mastering, and is certified in ProTools. He has worked at WHPC since 2021 and is the host of "Art of Heaven" and "Art of Heaven News Talk."  His mission and values lead people to transforming their relationship with Jesus via his work at Shelter Rock Church.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Julie Marchesella, NCC Class of 1984.  She continued her education at Kingsborough Community College and Wilsey Institute of Art and Interior.  She is a businesswoman and entrepreneur and is President of the Elmont Chamber of Commerce, having had many roles in leadership.  She owns a business called "Queen of Hearts" in Merrick, NY, that sells formalwear for plus sized women.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Joseph Flynn, NCC Class of 2016.  After graduation, he transferred to Baruch College to pursue his real estate and residential development degree.  He has been a real estate expert in New York for more than a decade and is a tri-licensed agent with offices in Cutchohue, Bridgehampton and Manhattan.  He loves to be with his family and hang out with friends.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jai Ismael, Class of 2012.  During her years at NCC, she participated in many clubs including finding entertainment acts to perform at the college.  Jai grew a fondness for English due to an influential professor.  She is currently persuing her Master's degree at SUNY Old Westbury in Adolescent Education and English 7-12.  She is a teaching assistant and a blogger with interests in media, music and literature.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Brimstone, NCC Class of 1990.  He has had a successful and rewarding career spanning 4 decades, participating in numerous entertainment fields which include professional wrestler, radio host, podcaster, actor, voice actor, author, musician, and serial entertainment entrepreneur!

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Angelise Milton, NCC Class of 2010 with a degree in Applied Science and a major in Fashion Design.  She then earned a Bachelor degree in Technical Design with a minor in English.  Her hobbies include praise worship and mural paintaing.  She is interested in the film industry and is working on a manifest of her grandmother's book.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Bryce Mack, NCC Class of 2019.  Bryce has been elected to serve on the NCC Alumni Association board.  He also earned a bachelor degree from SUNY New Paltz in Political Science and a Master's in Public Administration from SUNY Albany.  He is an associate in government relations currently.  At NCC, he served as a Senator, VP and President of Student Government.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Raquel Fossett, Class of 2018.  Raquel is the former Operations Director for West Battleground States for the Harris for President campaign.  She served as the advisor for policy and program implementation at the US Department of Transportation and served as the White House Director of the internship program.  Her first internship was under Biden and Harris.  She is a proud alum and strives for advocacy and equity in our communities and our society.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Maria Monteiro from Uniondale, NCC Class of 1983.  She studied child psychology.  She worked in daycare as a mentor, teacher and advocate for human rights, including LGBTQ, mental health, drug & alcohol abuse including rehab and recovery.  Maria is a proud mother, grandmother, and wife.  She believes in assisting her community by helping others and guiding them to adequate resources.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Michael Savidge, NCC Class of 2015.  He majored in Studio Recording Technology and was a student producer here at WHPC.  He currently works for B&H as a product data entry specialist, and does freelance work in A/V production.  His hobbies include photography, playing guitar, and customizing his Linux computer.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Peter Cook '86.  Peter graduated with a degree in business administration and a minor in marketing.  He moved to the Bronx and finished his education degree.  He worked for the NYC Department of Education from 1995-2023 and retired from teaching special education students in grades 6, 7 and 8 in 2023.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Joseph Neumeyer, NCC Class of 2009.  He is a freelance photographer, completing 14 semesters and earning his associates degree, and a bachelor degree from Empire State in Westbury in 2013.  As an artist, Joseph continues to learn and spreads light wherever he goes.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jeff Indyke '97 with an associates in music from NCC!  His passion for drumming is vast and includes playing percussion, vibes and teaching private lessons.  He loves the music of the past, such as the Louie Armstrong Dixieland Recordings, and how they influence music in a variety of ways.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Warren S. Hoffman, NCC Class of 1977.  He was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and is a founding father of our alumni association.  He says NCC provided him with a foundation for his education and his future.  He serves as a senior partner with the firm Sperber, Hoffman, Stein and Scampoli, LLP.  He is the father of two and has four grandchildren.  His hobbies include being a pilot and flying his private plane, walking, and playing pickleball.  He is being honored at the Alumni Association's 40th Anniversary Gala this year.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Lisa R. Valente, a partner at Makofsky Valente Law Group, PC, with offices in Garden City.  Lisa was selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Star and Best Lawyers Lists, and she is a Woman of Distinction Award Winner in 2021.  She graduated from NCC in 1999 and transferred to SUNY Old Westbury, earning a BA in politics, economics and the law.  She graduate from Touro Law School with honors.  She is a member of the NYS Bar Association and is a respected writer.  Her legal efforts support probate and estate administration, trust administration and beneficiaries.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Lawrence Engel 84.  Lawrence is a founding father of the Alumni Association.  He grew up in Wantagh and graduated from Arch Bishop Molloy High School.  After NCC he went to SUNY Old Westbury, and worked for the IRS, and is a proud retiree.  He is currently a defensive driving instructor for AAA.  He served as President of the SUNY Confederation of Alumni Associations.