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Raised in Houston, Texas, Brian graduated from Westchester High School in 1984.  Following graduation from Vanderbilt University (BA in Political Science), he went to the Culver Academies in Culver, Indiana to teach, coach, and serve as a dormitory parent.  In 1989, Brian left his intern year at Culver for The Westminster Schools in Atlanta, Georgia.  At Westminster, Brian taught both middle school and upper school, coached multiples sports, began a student government, and acted as a grade level dean in the high school.  He also took a sabbatical during those years to attend Columbia University, in New York City, to earn his Masters of Arts in Private School Leadership through the Klingenstein Institute.   

Because of his desire to encourage young people, he devoted many summers to The Culver Academies in Culver, Indiana, serving as the Director of the Boys’ Summer School.  As Director, he was responsible for the overall organization of five hundred students and a faculty of two hundred members.  While serving as a unit counselor, he was responsible for overseeing the academic, social, emotional, and physical aspects of up to eight junior high and high school students in a boys’ naval company. 

In 1997, Brian moved to help open up the high school at Wesleyan School, in Norcross, Georgia, right outside of Atlanta.  He was the founding high school principal and assisted in designing everything from the curriculum to the diplomas.  Later, he was appointed as Assistant Headmaster for External Affairs and served in that position for seven years while continuing to coach cross country and leading the school to 7 state championships during his 11 years of coaching.  As Assistant Headmaster, he oversaw the Communications, Alumni, and Admissions Offices as well as Christian Life, Missions, and Technology.  Brian began his doctoral work at Vanderbilt University during this time completing it in May of 2011 with a doctorate of education in organizational leadership and policy.   

In 2010, Brian was named the fifth Head of School of Brookstone School and worked at the school until the summer of 2015 when he took on the position of Executive Director of CESA.   

In 2015, Brian moved to Whitefield Academy as the Assistant Head of School for External Affairs.  He is married to Holle and is a father of two beautiful girls, Sara and Blaire.

M.A. '92 | Education Administration

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Jane is currently a Major Gift Officer at Le Moyne College, her undergraduate alma mater, in Syracuse, New York. Jane has twenty-five years’ experience in higher education, educational testing and executive training. She has worked for several universities, including New York University and Teachers College, Columbia University. Jane worked in varied areas of student development before moving to academic administration. She has published in the fields of education and psychology and has presented workshops on international education, higher education policy, intercultural competence and women’s leadership and mentorship. She is the editor and principal contributor to The International Student’s Survival Guide to Living in NYC, 3rd Edition.. While living in Hong Kong, China, she was the Asia representative for a major educational testing company, and worked with international students wishing to study in the U.S. She also conducted research in Chinese schools and in intercultural psychology. Jane has been an executive trainer with major U.S. corporations and Executive MBA programs.

Jane holds a B.A. in Romance Languages from LeMoyne College and an M.A. in Developmental Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University with additional coursework in counseling and clinical psychology and independent school leadership.

M.A. '10 | Developmental Psychology

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Dr. Delmy M. Lendof is a student affairs professional with more than 25 years of experience in higher education serving students at public and private universities. Currently, she is the Vice President for Student Affairs at Pratt Institute and has served as adjunct assistant professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, and NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, where she has also held key student affairs positions in addition to Rutgers University and State University of New York College at Old Westbury.

As an active voice supporting student diversity, inclusion, and social justice, Dr. Lendof has published and co-authored several pieces on the topic. She has received numerous awards for her leadership, strong student-focused philosophy, and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and is a frequent speaker at universities and higher-education conferences. In 2023 she received a National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Pillar of the Profession Award.  

Dr. Lendof is a proud first-generation college student. She has a doctor of education degree from Teachers College, Columbia University; a master of science in college student development from Long Island University; and a bachelor of arts in politics, economics, and society from the State University of New York College at Old Westbury.

"TC made it possible for a first-generation, low-income student, born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the South Bronx to have access to outstanding faculty and academic resources that have impacted my personal and professional journey in more ways that words can describe. “

If you've had the pleasure of reading the novel Pachinko by Min Jin Lee, you might find it remarkably akin to Kay’s family history and the driving force behind her life’s journey. As a second-generation Korean Japanese, she was born and raised in Tokyo long before K culture became a sensation. She embraced a multicultural upbringing while attending international schools from Kindergarten to Twelfth Grade. Presently, she has the honor of giving back to her alma mater, humbly serving as an early childhood and elementary school teacher, bringing with her over two decades of valuable teaching experience.

One of Kay’s greatest joys lies in illuminating the lives of young children, their caregivers, parents, and families. Embracing the importance of racial, cultural, and sexual diversity, she took it upon herself to self-publish a children's picture book that celebrates these unique identities, striving to instill inclusivity and understanding from a tender age, fostering a generation of empathetic and open-minded individuals.

Education has been the heart and soul of her path. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English Linguistics and a Secondary English teaching certificate in 1990 from the University of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo. Driven by a desire to delve deeper into her own ancestral roots and culture, she moved to Seoul where she successfully completed a Master of Arts in English Linguistics from Yonsei University in 1995. In 2006, she obtained her second Master of Arts in Elementary Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, alongside a New York State Elementary teaching certificate, honing her teaching methodologies to better inspire and empower young minds.

Chenya Song is an alumni of TC's International Educational Program. Originally from China, she has served in multiple roles in higher education institutions in both China and the United States. She is currently the Assistant Director for the NYU Stern-NYU Shanghai MS programs. In her role, she oversees the program activities and supports the course development. Previously, she was the Program Coordinator at the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) assisting with the redesign and launch of the school's new Master's programs. Her passions include program development, student advising, cross-cultural communication and inclusive leadership.

M.A. '14 | International Educational Development

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It is important to offer back to help others succeed, whether it is in the field of education, the arts, volunteering, or mentoring.  There is a sincere joy when others meet goals due to mentorships or instruction.  Talking with former students has been very impactful to Dr. Campbell over her career who has worked in all levels of education from teacher to curriculum administrator to school administrator on to Deputy Superintendent in an urban school district and also as a University Professor.  She also worked in private business as a Professor for Gallup University and is a licensed Strengths Coach.

She has volunteered her services to numerous non-profit organizations throughout her career such as mentoring programs for youth to facilitating internships for perspective teachers and artists, to starting arts organizations and serving on numerous boards, from the National Endowment for the Arts grant review committees, Western States Arts Federation Board, Chair of the Wyoming Arts Commission, State Liaison for the Milken Family Foundation, Governor appointed Crisis Commission, Chair of a County Red Cross Board, and national Political Campaigns to name some of them.

Over her career she has been recognized by many organizations, naming just a few: the Kennedy Center for the Arts, Arts Administrator Award; Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award; Wyoming Governors Award for the Arts; United States National Guard Boss of the Year Award. 

When asked about her skills she often is described as an innovative, self-starting professional who has extremely creative ideas and can fully concentrate on issues to fruition.  She has experience in all aspects of Public Administration.  Dr. Campbell has published books on School Safety and Security and Managing Marginal Staff and illustrated and wrote a children’s book.  She has served as an online instructor for twenty years.  After earning her doctorate from Teachers College, Columbia University her roles increased in responsibility.  She is recognized for enhancing the skills and capabilities of others through coaching and presenting developmental programs.  She has been noted as highly skilled in the following areas:

Dr. Campbell earned degrees from Teachers College, Columbia University, New York City, NY, Doctorate in Educational Administration: Bank Street College & Parson’s School of Design (2 MS), New York City, NY, Masters of Science, Supervision with Emphasis in Art; South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD Bachelor of Arts, Fine Art and Art Education.  

Finally, Dr. Campbell has lived in SW Utah for 14 years and has never run into another Columbia graduate out here in the west.  Teachers College, Columbia University is one of the finest educational institutions, indeed one of the first in the country.  There is a need for more of our western citizens to recognize that fact and join us eventually as alumni of Teachers College. 

Allan M. Hoffman is an educator and health services executive with over 40 years of extensive executive level experience leading and managing higher educational organizations. His experience includes serving as president, CEO, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean and tenured professor. He served as founding president and CEO of a proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences which was dedicated to serving the needs of  underserved populations and ameliorating health disparities.

In addition to his front-line experience working in higher education, Dr. Hoffman has researched and published on key issues in higher education leadership focusing on innovations within higher education, leading, managing  and total quality improvement. He has provided consulting services to schools, colleges, and business organizations in multinational settings. His most recent work, Innovations in Higher Education, is part of the Higher Education Series of the American Council on Education. He is the recipient of numerous awards for his teaching and leadership, served as a coach and mentor, particularly to under-represent persons and women  interested in entering higher education leadership roles. 

Hoffman is fully committed and values Social Justice and to ending bias, bigotry and racism. While serving as dean, he was the founder and first Director of the Center for the Prevention of Community Violence at Des Moines University. The Center was established to be a research, programmatic, and community resource. He received a Certificate of Special Congressional  Recognition for his work in violence prevention and an Award from the National Office of National Drug Control Policy for the work of the Center. 

He is recognized as an expert on issues associated with violence and violence prevention and has been a frequent guest on radio, television and quoted in news articles concerning violence issues. 

He has published on violence prevention issues and provided volunteer service in the US, Puerto Rico, Russia and multi-national settings on projects relating to violence prevention. His most recent experience was volunteering with Empower Tanzania -and the Maasai Tribe in Tanzania, East Africa on a project to prevent Gender Based Violence. His publication on Domestic Violence: A Global View (Greenwood Publishers) was featured by the United Nations during the global initiative on preventing violence against women and children. Dr. Hoffman is the recipient of numerous awards and honors associated with his teaching and his efforts to prevent violence and resolve conflict creatively.  

Allan received two M.A. degrees and an Ed.D. from Teachers College, Columbia University where he was named a Kellogg Fellow. He is a Certified Health Education Specialist(ret). He and his wife, Annie, have four children and five grandchildren.

His favorite quote: “if you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a tent with mosquito.”

M.A. '73 | Philosophy and the Social Sciences
Ed.D. '75 | Philosophy and the Social Sciences

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Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Joanne graduated from Teachers College, Columbia University in February 2020 with a Master of Arts in English Education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Northeastern University in 2017. As an experienced digital marketing and communications professional and published writer, Joanne is currently employed as a Marketing Coordinator at Therapy Source, Inc.

Joanne has held digital marketing and communications roles as a Copywriter at Digital Natives Group, a Content Writer at the Marketing and Enrollment Communications Department at Mercy College, and a Communications Specialist at the Office of Enrollment Services at Teachers College, Columbia University. Joanne has also previously held editorial and administrative roles at WebMD/Medscape, Northeastern University, Writopia Lab, and Sekas Law Group, LLC.

As an award-winning academic scholar and educational researcher, Joanne has presented at fourteen academic research conferences nationally and globally, including at Stanford University, the University of Pennsylvania, the University of California at Berkeley, Columbia University, Northwestern University, the Northeastern Educational Research Association (NERA) Annual Conference, the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Annual Convention, and the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Conference.

With over three years of combined K-12 classroom teaching experience, Joanne is a certified teacher of elementary and secondary English Language Arts. She has held full-time teaching positions and writing center consultancies at prestigious secondary school placements, including at Stuyvesant High School, Bergen County Academies, Pride Academy Charter School, and the New York City Department of Education.

M.A. '20 | English Education

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Hanya (Vera) Shao, a proud alumna of the Teachers College's Psychological Counseling Program, is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of New York. She earned her B.A. in Applied Psychology from New York University and both an Ed.M. and an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from the Teachers College. Currently, she holds the position of Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor at Kensington Wellness, a community-focused private practice. There, she provides accessible care to individuals grappling with various psychological challenges and mentors the upcoming generation of mental health practitioners.

Beyond her clinical role, Vera is involved in research and community advocacy. She collaborates with the Columbia Intelligent and Connected Systems Laboratory, and her work has been published and awarded in the fields of AIoT and Mental Wellness. She also plays an active role in the New York Coalition for Asian Mental Health and group therapy communities.

In her leisure time, Vera is an aspiring squash player and is set to compete in her first league this year.

Dr. Gibaldi is a Professor of Management, Organizational Behavior and Entrepreneurship at both Harvard University, and St. John’s University (tenured Full Professor), as well as an adjunct Full Professor at Teachers College - Columbia University where he teaches a graduate course in Social Entrepreneurship. He most recently has become part of the Visiting faculty at the Bologna Business School (Global MBA program), where he teaches a course in People Management.
He has served as Co-Chair of Strategic Planning at St. John’s University, and an Organizational Consultant, Executive Coach, and is a Fulbright Scholar. He has over 25 years of experience in the education and corporate consulting sectors.
During his career to date he has published in the areas of Human Resource Management, Career Planning and Development, Strategic Planning, Organizational Development and Change, Higher Education, Issues Related to the Changing face of Retirement, Benefits of Working with an Executive Coach and Fear in the Workplace. His present research and writing are in the areas of “Workplaces Shifting from workplace to Virtual Work”; “Fear/s Connected to COVID 19 and Returning to the Workplace”, and “Intrapreneurship and Working Virtually”. His most recent book published in 2019 is entitled; “Organizational Behavior in a Global Context”, and he is presently writing a book in the area of “Social Entrepreneurship” and Co-editing a book in the area of “Digital Entrepreneurship”. He has written and delivered over 60 professional papers at international conferences and as a Fulbright Senior Specialist Scholar at the University of Bologna (Italy) carried out several professional academic activities, including faculty development workshops, teaching doctoral classes in Organizational Behavior, advising doctoral students, and advising top administration in the areas of Strategic Planning and Faculty Development.
His educational background is in Psychology, Management, Organizational Behavior, Understanding the Adult Learner in the Workplace, Curriculum and Faculty Development, and Management Development.
Dr. Gibaldi has many personal interests including serving on two nonprofit boards. He presently serves as the Board Chair of the Sansone Foundation, in Brooklyn, N.Y. and as a Board member of Greenwich House in N.Y.C. He is on the Alumni Board of Columbia University, and President of the Teachers College - Columbia University Alumni Association.

M.A. 83 | Psychology-Organizational
M.E. '87, Ed.D. '89 | Higher Education

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Carmine Gibaldi

John Battles
Marion Boultbee
Irene Buchman
Diana Clark*
Joyce B. Cowin
Susan Diamond
Joseph Dionne
Delores Friedman
Philip Geiger
David Gomez
Jonathan Hughes
Claude Mayberry
Andre McKenzie
Patrick McGuire
John Nolan
Frances O'Connell Rust
Jeffrey Putman
Ellen Saxl*
Christopher Scott
Sonya Shapiro*
Susan Smyth
Elizabeth Stern
Charles D.W. Thompson
Adam Vane
Alice Wilder
Anna Bell Washburn*
Robert Weintraub
Dorothy White*

*-Deceased