Connie DeSimone

I came to St. John’s in November 2003 as a part time secretary in the School of Education.  By the following year, I was offered a full-time position in the Dean’s office of St. John’s College.  Working in the Dean’s office afforded me numerous opportunities to interact with faculty, students, and staff across the campus community.  The University’s staff development program further enhanced my knowledge and ability to effectively and efficiently serve the University community.  I enrolled in my first course in the summer of 2004 and soon discovered that I loved being in classes and learning.  In 2006, I received an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts. 

I transferred over to the new Staten Island Writing Center in September 2006.  I was happy to take on the challenge of assisting Harry Denny, the Writing Center Director, and Chris Leary, Associate Director, with the start up of this new program on the Staten Island campus.  With Harry and Chris’ encouragement and the inspiration and support I received daily from the writing tutors and students, I was able to continue my studies and receive a BS in Administrative Studies with a minor in Business in 2010.  Currently, I am enrolled in the Masters program and expect to receive an MBA in Executive Management by Spring 2013.  

When the school is closed and midterms are over you can find me with my family on the beach enjoying the sun and a good novel, one not assigned for a class.  

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