Lion Tales - NCC

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Gail Lewis, who is representing her mother Diane, Class of 1962!  Diane went on to Hofstra and earned a BS in Education.  Her hobbies included swimming, international travel, local volunteer leadership, reading, and crafting.  She literally walked to Hempstead Turnpike and hopped on a bus to NCC at a time when women did not do those things!  Her daughter shares her mom's journey - and her own journey as a student at NCC in the 80s.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Singer/Songwriter William "Fiz" - Class of 1986.  He writes songs for himself and others, recognized for his humanitarian efforts including on News 12's "Making A Difference."  He is the author of IGNITE THE ROCK STAR IN YOU, where he shares his musical visioning, a process that helps people connect with their sole purpose.  Fiz believes in the healing power of music and how we can all take part in making the world a better place.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Karen Young, NCC Class of 2007.  She is a registered nurse with 19+ years of experience.  She began her career as a home health care aide.  Karen was a single mother starting out at NCC, balancing career and motherhood.  She returns to NCC as an honoree.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jacqueline Fowler, Class of 2005.  She earned her accounting degree with honors and matriculated to Hofstra University earning a BA in Accounting, followed by a master's in taxation.  Her professional career spans more than 20 years.  She is currently an Assistant Tax Manager at TDK USA Corporation.  As President of the Hofstra Black and Hispanic Alumni Board, she shares her expertise in her field.  She is active in her church, and a mother of four children.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Keith Daniel Saunders, Sr., Class of 1990.  He is the author of a new book "Roosevelt to the Hamptons: The War on Both Sides" which chronicles his experiences growing up on Long Island, attending NCC, and how it shaped his career.  He reminds everyone of the African-American proverb 'It takes a village to raise a child.'  His leadership, courage, and faith in God are unmatched and his ability to lead all students to greatness is unparalleled.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jeff Indyke, Class of 1997 with an associate degree in music.  His passion for drumming is vast and includes playing percussion, vibes and teaching private lessons.  He loves the music of the past like Louie Armstrong Dixieland recordings, and how these recordings continue to influence music in a variety of ways.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Cosmo Leone - NCC Class of '78.  Cosmo worked at WHPC from 1977-1979, moving on to WCWP at what was then CW Post until 1980.  He then moved to the Midwest in 1981 to KGRS, Burlington, Iowa, working in afternoon drive and starting a 32-year career as a morning personality and program director.  He is an award-winning host, leading his station in achievements as a top 5 small marketing station.  He is recognized as one of the top Program Directors in US Small Market Radio.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Kathi Lee, also known to her radio audience as Domonique!  She is a radio personality on 102.3 WBAB playing classic rock!  She earned her associate degree from NCC and went on to New York Institute of Technology earning her bachelor's in fine arts.  Her hobbies include spending time with her husband and rescue dogs and cats.  She loves watching TV and going to dinner with friends.  She also works full-time as a Morgan Stanley Software Trainer.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Janelle Clausen, NCC Class of 2013.  Janelle earned her AA degree in Liberal Arts, and a BA in Journalism with a specialty in Public Policy and Public Affairs, and her Masters in Democracy and Government from Georgetown University.  She worked as a full-time journalist on Long Island and has worked for several grant-funded programs that provides aides and volunteers.  She is a panelist for the State Department Fellowship, that will further empower international leaders and leadership in general.

Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Dr. Pete Coco, NCC Class of 2001.  He is a portrait photographer known for creating bold images that defy convention.  He works with musicians, authors, and executives.  He studied music at NCC and earned a BA at Hofstra University in Jazz and Commercial Music, and a master's in jazz studies from SUNY Purchase, and a doctorate in classical performance from Stony Brook University.  He had the great fortune of teaching his art and his music.