Communications Committee

Communications Committee

PURPOSE

To identify, develop, and support resources for financial aid professionals in the use of electronic media, and to edit and publish the Association’s online communications.

DUTIES
  • Maintain the CAPFAA website (including membership database) and listserv.
  • Determine appropriate content.
  • Solicit and edit articles from CAPFAA members.
  • Write content/articles as needed.
  • Upload content via content management application.
  • Oversee layout and organization.
  • Monitor and assess the training needs for increased use of electronic delivery of services.
  • Provide effective technical assistance and information on a timely basis using an array of communications modes.
  • Produce membership rosters for Association purposes.
  • Prepare a budget for annual operations and account to the Treasurer for all expenditures with necessary supporting documentation.
MEMBERSHIP
  • Chair (or co-chairs): Appointed by the President.
  • Members: As necessary, selected by the chair with the approval of the President.
TENURE
  • One year, but may be re-appointed.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with and an interest in electronic media.
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL CONTACT
Current Committee Members

Chair

  • Amanda Dzierlatka – Southern Connecticut State University

Members

  • Jeff Bentley – Citizens Bank
  • Nila Lenna – Yale University (Past Chair)
  • Shannon Reynolds – CHESLA
Past Membership

Committee Members (2018-2019)

Chair

  • Fany Stubbs – Norwalk Community College

Members

  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Kelly Matera – Albertus Magnus College
  • Alex Muro – Yale University
  • Stacey Musulin – CT Community Colleges, CSCU System

 

Committee Members (2017-2018)

Chair

  • Kristin Hawley-Johnson – Sallie Mae

Members

  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Stacey Musulin – CT Community Colleges, CSCU System
  • Peter Terebesi, Higher Ed Executives

 

Committee Members (2016-2017)

Chair

  • Kristin Hawley-Johnson – Sallie Mae

Members

  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Kelly Matera – Albertus Magnus College
  • Stacey Musulin – CT Community Colleges, CSCU System
  • Peter Terebesi, Higher Ed Executives

 

Committee Members (2015-2016)

Co-Chairs

  • Kelly Matera – Albertus Magnus College
  • Stacey Musulin – CT Community Colleges, CSCU System

Members

  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Ashley Ruszczyk – Norwalk Community College
  • Nancy Wilder – Porter and Chester Institute
  • Tanya Tanaro – American Student Assistance (emeritus)

 

Committee Members (2014-2015)

Co-Chairs

  • Kelly Matera – Albertus Magnus College
  • Tanya Tanaro – American Student Assistance

Members

  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Patti Iserman – Porter & Chester
  • Stacey Musulin – CT Community Colleges, CSCU System
  • Gloria Rivera – Goodwin College

 

Committee Members (2013-2014)

Co-Chairs

  • Kelly Matera – Albertus Magnus College
  • Tanya Tanaro – American Student Assistance

Members

  • Amie Aragones – Wesleyan University
  • Michael Amouzou – Manchester Community College
  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College
  • Stacey Musulin – UCONN
  • Gloria Rivera – Goodwin College

 

Committee Members (2012-2013)

Chairs

  • Beth Baker – Saint Joseph College
  • Michelle Cochran – Albertus Magnus College

Members

  • Sarah Bedan – Albertus Magnus College
  • Sean O’Brien – University of Connecticut

 

Committee Members (2011-2012)

Chairs

  • Jim Kuhlen – Lifetime Member

Members

  • Jasmine Burgos – Albertus Magnus
  • Stacey Musulin – UConn
  • Sean O’Brien – UConn

 

Committee Members (2010-2011)

Co-Chairs

  • Erin Chiaro – Fairfield University
  • Amie Aragones  -Saint Joseph College

 

Committee Members (2008-2009)

Chair

  • Jim Kuhlen – CSLF

Members

  • Sylvie Hangen – Sacred Heart University
  • Steve Knapp – CSLF

 

Committee Members (2007-2008)

Co-Chairs

  • Jim Kuhlen – CSLF
  • Beth Baker – Trinity College

 

Committee Members (2006-2007)

Co-Chairs

  • Jim Kuhlen– CSLF

Members

  • Steve Knapp – CSLF
  • Vanessa Richmond – Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy

 

Committee Members (2005-2006)

Chairs

  • Jim Kulen – CSLF

 

Committee Members (2004-2005)

Co-Chairs

  • Jim Kuhlen – CSLF

Members

  • Steve Knapp – CSLF