Meet the Staff
Michael Molina - Assistant Director of Student Services
Michael directs, supervises and manages all aspects and functions of Student Services. Originally a human services professional, Mike came to MCNY in 2002, and he sees the Office of Student Services as the place where students go to get help when facing "speed bumps" on the road to academic and personal success. Mike is proud of his team in Student Services, "Because they are talented and versatile, and they share the same commitment to student success." Mike holds an M.S. Ed in Student Development Practices in Higher Education from St. Johns University.
Suleyni Moneró - Assistant to the Dean of Students
Suleyni supports and promotes activities and programs designed to broaden student development and promote student success and satisfaction. Suleyni’s responsibilities include assisting with developing programs and procedures to increase student retention. In addition to supervising work-study students, Suleyni is also responsible for students with special needs. Suleyni earned a Bachelor Arts from SUNY New Paltz and a Master of Science in Educational Administration and Policy Studies from the University at Albany, SUNY.
Donnell Bivens - Coordinator of First Year Experience
Undergraduate Purpose I and II
Donnell is responsible for developing and implementing programs that will promote success for students in this transitional period. These include Student Orientation, college skills workshops, strategies for identifying and assisting academically at risk students, career and life counseling, improved linkages with Purpose 1 and 2 instructors, and overseeing the delivery of departmental services as they relate to new students. Donnell and his team of advisors are responsible for advising all Manhattan Undergraduates with last names A-I. Donnell earned his M.S. Ed. from Iowa State University in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies with an emphasis in Student Affairs Administration Donnell is a former student athlete and previously worked at Iowa State University as a Program Associate in the African American Studies Department.
Martin Voravibul - Coordinator of Student Life
Undergraduate Purpose VI, VIII and VIII
Martin is responsible for the development of programs that enhance student life, including campus activities, workshops and various presentations that will compliment the MCNY experience. In addition, Martin promotes wellness and health by providing support in non-academic areas. This will include counseling referrals, housing, and implementing health awareness programs. Martin will serve as the Student Government moderator. Martin and his team of Advisors are responsible for the advisement of all Queens Undergraduate Students, and all Undergraduate students with last names J-P. Martin earned his Bachelor degree from St. Johns University and continues to work for his Masters degree in Higher Education from St. Johns. Martin has a lifelong interest in helping students achieve academic and personal goals.
JoLaine Dukes-Collins - Coordinator of Academic Support
Graduate Program and International Students
Jo-Laine is responsible for coordinating our skills and academic workshops, our reference library, and the faculty referral program. Jo-Laine and her team of advisors are also in charge of advisement for international and graduate program students at the College.
Douglas J. Matos - Coordinator of Student Development
As a member of the Student Services team for the past 8 years, and ehe Coordinator of Student Development, Douglas contributes to the planning and implementation of strategies geared towards improving student retention. Douglas earned his Bachelors degree in Human Services from MCNY. Douglas is deeply committed to the students and their goals. His favorite pastimes are reading, photography and classical music.
Bascillia Toussaint - Academic Advisor
Bascillia has been at MCNY for the past 4 years as an Academic Advisor. Bascillia has a BA in Psychology from Hunter College and an MA in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. Bascillia’s educational experience is further complimented with a strong background in Human Resources and Higher Education. Here at MCNY, Bascillia provides expertise in writing, grammar, career development and academic advisement.
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