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Nyack College & Alliance Theological Seminary2 Washington Street
New York, NY 10004 www.Nyack.edu | Higher Education Since 1882
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WINDS OF CHANGE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - 5
GRADUATES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8
GRADUATE LISTING - - - - - - - ----------------------------------9-14
LETTERS TO GRADS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15-17
BACCALAUREATE RECEPTION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18 -21
COMMENCEMENT - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22-25
STUDENT LIFE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 27
CHAPEL SERVICES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28-31
COLLOQUIUM SERIES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32-33
STUDENT GOVERNMENT - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 34-36
STUDENT CLUBS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37-39
SPECIAL EVENTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41-45
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46
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WINDS OF CHANGETimes and seasons change, as 2014 has clearly shown
us. The past year has brought a plethora of changes that will affect Nyack College for years to come. Our New York City campus, in particular, has experienced many winds
of change. Along with the inclusion of new personnel and students, we welcomed the addition of our new building
at 2 Washington Street, located at the heart of New York’s financial district. Our new facilities have allowed us to
extend our reach further than we ever expected. With the help of God and the individuals He has blessed us with, we
will continue to complete the mission He put us here to accomplish.
Though times and seasons will continue to change, God has continued to equip and encourage our students and
faculty, including our class of 2014. This class has pushed through the pressures of their college lives and come out
victorious. By effectively balancing education, family, work, and ministry, our 2014 graduates have proven that with the
help of God, they are willing and able to face any obstacle that may come their way. This book was compiled to re-live a memorable year of laughs, challenges and victories. The prayer of the editors of this yearbook is that each graduate may be able to humbly reminisce on the achievements that
God has brought them, and encourage each graduate to continue to fulfill His will in their lives.
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven…” - Ecclesiastes 3:1-6 (KJV)
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GraduatesECongratulations
to all the
Legend
summa cum laudegpa: 3.8 to 4.0
magna cum laudegpa: 3.6 to 3.8
cum laudegpa: 3.4 to 3.5
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Aleah Belliard
B.S. Social Work__________________
JasonBrown
B.A. Biblical & Theological Studies
__________________
GraduatesCarlBusby
B.S. Bible/Theology & Pastoral Ministry
__________________
CheriseCanton
B.A. Psychology__________________
Curt Courtenay
B.S. Bible/Theology& Pastoral Ministry
__________________
LidenneCromortie
B.S. Psychology &Pastoral Ministry__________________magna cum laude
cum laude
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MatthewGaroneB.A. English
__________________
MelindaHammondA.A. General
Education __________________
FreddyDiaz
B.A. Music__________________
BetsyFernandezB.S. History &
Childhood Education__________________
RobertoFernandez
B.S. Psychology &Pastoral Ministry__________________
AngelicaGarcia
B.A. Sacred Music__________________ magna cum laude
cum laude
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JeonghunKim
B.M. Composition
__________________
PaulaHwang
B.A. Psychology__________________
Aeran JoB.S. Early
Childhood Education
__________________
RuthLopez
B.S. Psychology &Pastoral Ministry__________________
GeneseMarcelin
B.S. Psychology &Pastoral Ministry__________________
magna cum laude
magna cum laude cum laude
magna cum laude
GailMeeks
B.A. Biblical& Theological Studies
__________________ cum laude
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AlisenRabinowitz
B.S. BusinessAdministration
__________________
Benjamin Ramoutar
B.S. Music &Business Admnistration
__________________
StevenPires
B.S. Bible/Theology& Pastoral Ministry
__________________
JoannaPark
B.S. Bible/Theology& Pastoral Minsitry
__________________
KristenPerez
B.S. Social Work__________________
JanetPierre
B.S. Business Administration________________
cum laude
cum laude magna cum laude
cum laude
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JenniferRivera
B.S. ChildhoodEducation
__________________
Rolando RosalesB.S. Criminal Justice
*Student Government Association President
__________________
Stephanie Reis
B.A. Psychology__________________
HoneyRowoldA.S. Business
Administration__________________
KimshireeSmith
B.A. Biblical &Theological Studies
__________________
magna cum laude
summa cum laude
cum laude
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StaciaWilson
B.S. Childhood Education
__________________
Joadhi Ventura
B.A. Psychology__________________
VeronicaSolano
B.S. Social Work__________________
NolaThomas
B.S. Social Work__________________
Rebecca Tilakdharry
B.S. History &Childhood Education
__________________
LinaTorres
B.A. Psychology__________________
magna cum laude
summa cum laude
cum laude
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Dr. Michael G. ScalesPresident
Dear Graduate:
You have been a part of a very important chapter of Nyack College history: our relocation from Broadway to Battery Park. That is indeed a miracle in Manhattan!
We had dreams and visions for our new Manhattan campus, but God saw a bigger and better picture. Here we are at 2 Washington Street—a most strategic location in “the gateway city to the world!”
My sincerest congratulations to you on the completion of your degree. May God continue to open doors for you as you experience your personal season of change from student to Nyack alum—equipped and empowered to be a servant leader—in our nation and beyond.
We rejoice with you over God’s goodness in your life.
With warm regards,
Dr. Michael G. Scales, Ed.D.President
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President Michael Scales
Dr. Fernando Arzola Jr.Dean of College of Arts & Sciences
Winds of ChangeChange is painful.We speak of and expect change, but when it hits us, it can hit us hard. The comfortable in our lives begins to transform into something other, into something different, into something new that is unfamiliar. This can be frightening.New knowledge, particularly in the liberal arts, scaffolds our intellectual framework. With every bit of new information – whether formal or informal, whether in the classroom or through life experiences – adds another layer to our knowing. This should lead us toward a deeper and more compassionate understanding of ourselves, of others, and of the universe. But one thing is certain – without change there is no growth.Our thought patterns change. Our opinions change. Our politics change. Our theologies change. Our ethics change. Our relationships change. And, hopefully, our assumptions change. This can be very uncomfortable indeed, especially to those whose fists remain closed.And while new knowledge provides the fuel for continuing education, the drive for learning should never change. There is a time for everything – be present in that time. There is a season for every activity – be present in that season. Feel it. Process it. Learn from it. The pain you feel is new knowledge increasing, broadening, and transforming your intellectual scaffolding.
Fernando Arzola Jr., Ph.DDean of College of Arts & Sciences
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Dr. Fernando Arzola Jr.Dean of College of Arts & Sciences
Reverend Charles HammondAssociate Dean of Student Life
Dear Graduate:
As Dean of Student Life for the NYC campus, I have the wonderful honor and privilege of interacting on a daily basis with countless men and women who have answered the clarion call. While the winds of change are blowing ever so rapidly, it’s nonetheless so comforting to know that we can be secure in the hands of a wise God. He is ultimately the author of the seasons of life and we can rest in allowing Him to chart our course.
The miracle in Manhattan continues to unfold before our very eyes and it’s exciting to be a part of this incredible journey both now and in the future. My sincerest blessings to each student who has completed their assignment here at Nyack and now prayerfully moves into their best days which are ahead.
Charles HammondAssociate Dean of Student Life
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Baccalaureate
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Music Graduates 19
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Social Work Graduates
InterdisciplinaryStudies
Graduates
Psychology Graduates
EducationGraduates
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COMMENCEMENTWESTCHESTER COUNTY CENTER
WHITE PLA INS, NEW YORK
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COMMENCEMENTWESTCHESTER COUNTY CENTER
WHITE PLA INS, NEW YORK
HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENTS OF THE DOCTOR OF LETTERS:
MARK BURNETT (Five-time Emmy Award Winner)
ROMA DOWNEY (Executive Producer & Author)
HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENT OF THE DOCTOR OF LETTERS:
LORD EDMISTON (House of Lords)
An exciting moment
for the graduate!
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“For I know the plans I have for you…plans to prosper
you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
- Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
A proud moment for Associate Dean Hammond
with his daughter, Melinda!
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Rejoice! Rejoice! And again… I say REJOICE!
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CHAPEL SERVICES
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Dr. Michael G. ScalesPresident
Dr. David TurkProvost & VP forAcademic Affairs
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Dr.
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Mr. Abraham SandlerDirector, Awake O Israel Jewish Ministries
Dr. David JenningsExecutive VP & Treasurer
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CHAPEL SERVICES
Dr.
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COLLOQUIUM
SE R I E S Mr. Udo M
iddlemann
Dr. Kev
in Pinkham
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Dr. Kev
in Pinkham
“I F S OM E ON E I S G OI NG TO BE A N E D U C AT E D
PE R S ON I N T H E 2 1 ST C E N T U RY, W HAT AU T HOR A N D
B O OK F ROM YO U R F I E L D SHO U L D T H E Y SE R IO U SLY
C ON SI DE R , I N OR DE R TO C ON T R I BU T E TO T H E
DE V E LOP M E N T OF T H E I R WOR L DV I E W ? ”
THE CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIPAND GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT
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The Officers:
President Rolando
Vice President Tryphena
Secretary Curt
Public relations Esther
Treasurer Lindza
Library Hours
Commuter Fund
Leadership meeting
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HispanicHeritage Day
jeopardycompetition
Club Expo
Town HallMeeting
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A Message from Student Government President Rolando Rosales
If you’re receiving a copy of this year’s digital yearbook , then you have
probably already graduated from Nyack College. Congratulations! The Lord
has been faithful, he has delivered his promise to see us through. Yet the task
is far from over; with graduation comes new responsibilities, and of course,
more obstacles to face. Whichever road the Lord leads you to, whether
Grad School or the work force, the mission for all of us is clear: to build the
kingdom of God here on earth. I challenge you to put all that you’ve learned
at Nyack College to work for the good of the Gospel. We may not see each
other again, but know that our endeavor will always be the same: to represent
Christ everywhere we go till the Lord unites our path together again.
Class of 2014, it was in honor serving as your 2013-2014 Student Government
Association President. GO NYACK!!!
In Christ, Rolando Rosales
Nyack
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STUDENT
CLUBS
Nyack
CHANCES ARE WHEN YOU'RE LOOKING BACK AT
THIS YEARBOOK YOU WON'T REMEMBER THE
LECTURES YOUR PROFESSOR GAVE OR
THE THINGS YOU LEARNED IN CLASS.
YOU MIGHT JUST BE REMEMBERING ALL THE AMAZING THINGS
YOU DID WITH YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS WHETHER
IT WAS BEING ARTSY AND CREATIVE OR
FEEDING THE HUNGRY AT PENN STATION.
AT NYACK BOTH OUR ACADEMIC AND
SPIRITUAL NEEDS WERE MET.
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STUDENT
CLUBS
Nyack
Acts Prayer Ministry (APM): Our mission is to bring spiritual growth to the Nyack College community through prayer, reading the Holy Bible, and memorizing the scriptures. Through supplications and intercessions we believe we will not conform to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of our mind.
Bible and Theology Club (NCNYCBTC): Our mission is to promote the sharing of knowledge and material that is related to the study of scriptures in college and otherwise.
Christian Art and Media Club (CAM): Our purpose is to express the gospel of Jesus Christ through multiple forms of studio art and media, paint, graphite, pictures, video, comic illustrations, and sculpture. The idea is to bring Nyack students with creative and artistic minds together to illustrate scripture and inspiration visually. The goal is to outwardly express our passions for art and love for Christ throughout the college and within the community.
Nyack College Business Club (NCBC): Our mission is to aid the faculty and the student body of Nyack College with our business abilities. We strive to give members of our club the experiences and connections they will need to thrive in the business world.
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Students Against Hunger (SAH):
Students Against Hunger Ministry is a faith-based organization committed to being socially relevant and exemplifying the love of Jesus Christ in action by providing food to the poor, addressing their spiritual needs, and working in partnership with others to encourage community service according to Deuteronomy 15:11 “…Therefore I command you, ‘You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.”
Nyack College Evangelism Club (NCNYCEC): Our purpose is to carry out the Great Commission as Jesus Christ commanded in the Holy Scriptures according to Saint Matthew 28:18-20. Therefore, we intend to effectively communicate the Love of Jesus Christ in the local neighboring community near Nyack NYC campus with respect for all people and nations.
Men of Letters (MOL): The purpose of Men of Letters is to promote the development of ethical and intellectual excellence in themselves and their fellow brothers. This will be done primarily through lectures and discussion on culture, current events and the liberal arts. Men of Letters is a student organization for men in the literary society tradition. It is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences.
Social Work Organization: Our mission is to promote the Social Work profession (within a Christian perspective) as an important and positive field that deserves recognition through Social Work education, community service, and campus awareness of social and political issues.
Veterans Club:Our goal is to assist with the transition from military service to civilian life, and to provide clarity concerning the academic requirements, grants, scholarships, and other resources that are available to veterans. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment through understanding each other’s needs. 39
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Special Events
kSGA Town Hall iClub Expo
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iClub Expo
iMulticultural DaykRockland B-ball
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kMandela Day iNyack's Got Talent
winner
Dr. Marcia Lucas:
“Loving to Future
Generations”
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Special Events
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TYTHANK YOUCurt Courtenay - Editor in Chief Deborah Harris - Advisor/EditorCezanne Perez - Page Designer
Courteney Thompson - PhotographyJames Bullock - Photography
A TIME FOR EVERYTHINGECCLESIASTES 3:1-8 (NIV)
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:
a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,
a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build,
a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance,
a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain,
a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away,
a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak,
a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
SPECIAL THANKS TOLlewellyn Griffith
Photography for Baccalaureate Reception & Commencement Bert Saraco
of Express Image Photography Photography for Graduate Portraits
Associate Dean Charles Hammond of Student Life
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