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ACADEMIC ADVISING
Your academic advisor is your guide to success at NJCU. Academic Advisors are assigned to assist new, undeclared, transfer, and veteran students. You will be able to find your assigned advisor by your program of study below.
Walk-ins are always welcome. Appointments are strongly encouraged.
UAC HOURS & Location
Vodra Hall, Room 101
(201)200-3300 or (201)200-3422
uac@njcu.edu
Office hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday:
8:30am-5:00pm
Monday & Thursday: 8:30am-7:00pm
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Lorena Laverde, Assistant Director
Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education
llaverde@njcu.edu
(201) 200-3215
Vodra 101
Lorena enjoys running, shoe shopping, spending time with her family and is an active member of her faith community.
"I enjoy encouraging students to reach their goals, while ensuring they have a fun and positive student experience here at NJCU."
school of business and economics
RoseMarie DiStefano
Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Global Business, Supply Chain
For Students with Last Name A-E
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-2191
rdistefano@njcu.edu
RoseMarie's hobbies include soccer, drawing, hiking, snowboarding and scuba diving.
"I love working at NJCU because I learn something new from my students every day. I am passionate about student success and am thankful to be in a position where I have the opportunity to help students reach their highest potiential."
Ayannah Johnson
Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Global Business, Supply Chain
For Students with Last Name F-Me
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-2339
ajohnson19@njcu.edu
Ayannah's interests include social justice advocacy, Beyonce, sneakers, reading and traveling.
"I enjoy working at NJCU because of the diverse student population. I am an advocate for student success and building a sense of community on campus."
Crystal Villavert
Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Global Business, Supply Chain
For Students with Last Name Mi-So
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-3382
carreola@njcu.edu
Crystal's hobbies include reading, eating, sleeping, drinking coffee, planning and most importantly: Mom Life.
"I enjoy working at NJCU because as an alumni, I believe giving back and sharing my experiences and knowledge with the future generations. NJCU students have the drive and ambition to be successful. I believe that we have the ability to unlock their potential."
Queen Gibson
Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Global Business, Supply Chain
For Students with Last Name Sp-Z
School of Business at Harborside campus
(201) 200-3011
qgibson@njcu.edu
Queen's hobbies include reading, traveling, hiking, walking and missions.
"My purpose as an Academic Advisor at NJCU is to do my best in guiding and speaking into the lives of students and encouraging them to reach their highest potential by staying focused on their academic and career goals and aspirations. He/she can do it. It is achievable."
College of arts and sciences
Matt Lahm
Music, Dance, Theatre & Visual Arts
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-3571
mlahm@njcu.edu
Matt's hobbies include drawing and painting, composing and playing music, writing poetry and prose, cooking, making wine, tennis, reading and politics.
"I like working with students because I love helping people realize their potiential. It's a public service because we risk our future if we do not cultivate our most valuable resourses: our youth. America needs smart and competent people."
Courtney Chambers
Visual Arts
Visual Arts Building: A-120
(201) 200-3214
cchambers@njcu.edu
Kathleen Banks
English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Spanish & Women's and Gender Studies
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-3569
kbanks@njcu.edu
Kathleen's interests include hiking, camping, Bible studies, genealogy, history, reading, music, art and literature.
"I like working with students because I enjoy being a part of their journey towards graduation. My heart especially fills with joy when I see first generation college students or students who have overcome adversity obtain their degree."
Daysi Romero
Psychology, Sociology, Media Arts
For Students with Last Name A-F
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-2184
dromero@njcu.edu
Ms. Romero is an advocate for survivals of sexual harassment and sexual abuse for Hudson Speaks or the Rape Crisis Center for Hudson County. She enjoys hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with family & friends.
"I love being a part of the NJCU community to help our students discover their potential and succeed, and to provide them with the tools to continue with their career goals."
Gerry Lopez
Psychology, Sociology, Media Arts
For Students with Last Name G-N
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-3279
glopez4@njcu.edu
Gerry's hobbies include running, training, writing, and drinking coffee.
"I like being a part of the NJCU community because we collaborate as a team to help students succeed academically."
Cristian Vergara
Psychology, Sociology, Media Arts
For Students with Last Name O-Z
UAC: Vodra 101
(201) 200-2177
cvergara@njcu.edu
Cristian's hobbies include playing soccer year around and scuba diving in beautiful coral reefs.
"As a first generation and a proud alum from NJCU, working here has provided me with the opportunity to serve and have a positive impact in the lives of individuals eager to succeed in life and within the community."
Kristina Harb
Biology,Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Enviornmental Science, Computer Science, Mathematics (STEM)
For Students with Last Name A-C
kharb@njcu.edu
(201) 200-2143
Science Building-S450
Kristina's hobbies include listening to music, reading and traveling with family.
"I enjoy working with NJCU students this gives me the opportunity to positively impact their academic and personal lives. (I am an NJCU Alumni too!)"
Josh Dornbos
Biology,Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Enviornmental Science, Computer Science, Mathematics (STEM)
For Students with Last Name D-K
jdornbos@njcu.edu
(201) 200-2047
Vodra 101
Josh enjoys running, mentoring, leadership development, basketball, football, travelling and fatherhood. He is a member of Vroom St. Evangelical Free Church and New City Kids in Jersey City.
"I'm inspired by working with students aiming to better themselves, especially first generation college students who want to make a better life for themselves and their families."
Rashida David
Biology,Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Enviornmental Science, Computer Science, Mathematics (STEM)
For Students with Last Name L-O
rdavid@njcu.edu
(201) 200-2581
Science Building-S450
Rashida's hobbies include spending time with family, traveling and going to the beach.
"I enjoy working with NJCU students because I have a passion for helping students and I like to make a difference in student's lives."
Leah Jackson
Biology,Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Enviornmental Science, Computer Science, Mathematics (STEM)
For Students with Last Name P-Z
ljackson1@njcu.edu
(201) 200-3292
Vodra 101
Leah enjoys being a mother, advocate, writer and creator of original work in all areas.
"I am constantly inspired and motivated by our students. I am passionate about helping our students to reach their personal and academic goals."
college of professional studies
Lakeesha Conyers
Criminal Justice: 0-74 credits
UAC:Vodra 101
(201) 200-2023
Lakeesha's hobbies include: Reading, Exercising and empowering others through public speaking and teaching.
"I enjoy working for NJCU and with UAC because I see a campus full of diversity in various departments and the student body. The potential is endless, and I’m so honored and proud to be part of the change here at NJCU.”
Mohamed Kaifa
Criminal Justice: 75+ credits
Education and Professional Studies Building: Suite 220
(201) 200-2416
mkaifa@njcu.edu
Anna Scanniello
Fire Science
Education and Professional Studies Building: P-441
(201)-200-3370
ascanniell@njcu.edu
Anna's hobbies include swimming, working-out, traveling, motorcycle riding and spending time with family.
"Our students are driven and I enjoy working with them as a team to give them the tools they need to reach their goals and dreams! NJCU students and alumni are the dreamers, the leaders and they make the difference in our communities!"
Syed Haider, Program Coordinator
National and Professional Security Studies
Education and Professional Studies Building:P-453
(201) 200-2386
shaider1@njcu.edu
Dr. Scott Fisher
National and Professional Security Studies
Education and Professional Studies Building: P-449
(201) 200-2275
sfisher1@njcu.edu
Monday/Wednesday: 2:30-3:30, 5:30-7:00
Tuesday: 3:00-6:30
Additional hours by appointment.
Administrative assistants
Linda Russo
201-200-3330
Vodra 101
Barbara Drew
201-200-3422
Vodra 101