Archive: Alumni News

Florida Alumni Happenings

Photos from recent alumni gatherings in Florida.

Looking Back: June 2009

That age-old team building exercise, the group lap sit, appears to be on display in this photo from (we think) the mid-1980s. But who are these people? And what does the “T.O.P.S.” logo on their shirts mean? Let us know what you think.

Then and Now: Commencement Ceremonies and Traditions

A look back at how Commencement ceremonies and traditions have evolved and changed over the years.

“Odyssey” a Product of Lions’ Minds

Sam Micklus MA ’68 is the creator of Odyssey of the Mind, an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students from kindergarten through college.

School of Engineering Alumnus is in Command

In his nearly 20 years as a naval officer, Stanley Keeve ’88, hosted heads of state, briefed the Secretary of Defense, and traveled the world.

Alumna Credits Her Time at TCNJ with helping her Succeed in Public Education in New Jersey

JoAnn Bartoletti ’66, MEd ’74 is executive director of New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association, which provides professional development opportunities for the more than 7,000 principals, vice principals, supervisors, directors, assistant superintendents, superintendents, and chief school administrators it represents.

Alumnus Enjoys Helping Others Reconnect with Nature

You might say that a career in outdoor education found Eric Gehring. After graduating from The College of New Jersey with a degree in political science in 1995, Eric was looking for a new direction. That’s when his close friend and fellow TCNJ alumnus, Rick Lear ’93, stepped in.

Former Lions Footballer Set for Reality TV Debut

Stephen Andrews ’06 is one of the contestants on Spike TV’s new show 4th and Long, which debuts Monday, May 18 at 10 p.m. Andrews, a former Lions defensive back, will compete against 11 others for the 80th spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ training camp roster.

Three Alums Honored for Leadership During Reunion Weekend

The Alumni Association bestowed its highest honors on James Gater ’71, MEd ’80, Susan Clayton Hibbard ’70, and Linda Suydam ’69 during Reunion 2009.