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› Technology PlanIn addition to implementing several new technologies this year, Information Systems (IS) continued the planned reorganizationof how technology is managed and supported at the college. All planning and support for student computer labs is nowcoordinated through IS.The development of new techniques now allows IS to rebuild all the computers in a lab in two hours, rather than the two daysit previously took. Operational support for instructional technology also was consolidated into the department. Those changeshave resulted in better use of support staff, increased hours when support is available, and a single point of contact for a personexperiencing any technology problem anywhere on campus through the Technology Help Desk. The ongoing project to installtechnology in all classrooms also continued with 10 more rooms being completed.In other technology enhancements, CCM conducted a full review of its centralized information system, Colleague, and inconsultation with the vendor has developed a three-year action plan to improve and increase the effectiveness of Colleague.As part of the college’s “green” initiative, communication with students now is being done through an automatedemail process rather than by generating labels and mass mailings. Faculty now can email all students in aclass automatically through a web interface that allows faculty members to do this “anytime, anywhere.”IS also continued to expand its virtualization efforts with the installation of 16Tb of network-basedstorage and is now using desktop virtualization to support in-person registration creating amore stable and effective environment.County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 7 2010 Annual Report79/21/10 11:40 AM

› Facilities PlanAlong with the renovations that have taken place over the pastyear, the 2010-2022 Facilities Master Plan provides County Collegeof Morris with direction for upgrading aging facilities, improvingthe learning environment for a diverse population of students, andincreasing the campus’s energy efficiency. The anticipated cost is 51 million to 62 million. Projects will be funded through the state’sChapter 12 bond program, paid for jointly by the State of New Jerseyand Morris County, as funding becomes available.Developed by NK Architects and CCM’s Department of Businessand Finance, the plan calls for several major building projectsincluding: A new academic building to accommodate increased enrollment Development of a campus quad to encourage a greater senseof community An addition to the auditorium to address functional deficienciesand enhance the presence of the performing arts at CCM Renovation of the Learning Resource Center to provide studentswith additional group study rooms and quiet areas.A New Academic Building8 County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 8 2010 Annual ReportPhoto: Life in MoPhotoOne of the major projects included inthe 2010-2022 Facilities Master Plan is anew academic building to accommodateincreased student enrollment over thenext several years. To be constructed asfunding becomes available, the buildingpotentially could be located betweenHenderson and Sheffield halls.9/21/10 11:40 AM

Photo: Life in MoPhotoLongo Planetarium Presents the CosmosThe new Madeline D. and Joseph J. Longo Planetariumopened in April following an 827,000 upgrade. (l-r) JosephVitale, president of the County College of Morris Foundation;Joseph J. and Madeline D. Longo; and Edward J. Yaw, CCMpresident, stand before the planetarium’s donor recognitionwall, which honors 21 donors who contributed nearly 614,000for the project. For a schedule of upcoming shows or to reservethe facility for a special event, visit www.ccm.edu/planetarium.Photo: Shelley Kusnetz PhotographyPhoto: Life in MoPhotoCCM’s First Certified Green BuildingIn May, CCM broke ground for a new Landscape andHorticultural Technology building. The building, scheduled toopen next spring, will be the college’s first U.S. Leadershipin Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified greenfacility with numerous sustainable features, including geothermal heating and cooling, photovoltaic roof panels, and avegetated flat roof and rain collection system.Investing in the SciencesTo better prepare graduates for ongoing education andcareers in the sciences, the Nursing and Biology laboratoriesboth received major upgrades this year. The improvementswere funded by Chapter 12 bonds, with 50 percent paid bythe state and 50 percent by Morris County. Both renovationsincluded technology upgrades along with the installation ofenergy-efficient lighting.Photo: Gina GarciaA New Softball Field Is Constructedand Tennis Courts Are ResurfacedThe softball team at CCM now has a state-of-the-art field todemonstrate its talent. This year, work was completed on anew field featuring a solar-powered scoreboard and ADAcompliant bleachers. Tennis players at CCM also have somequality courts to enjoy. Along with resurfacing, the courtsreceived new perimeter fencing, lighting upgrades and animproved drainage system.County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 9 2010 Annual Report99/21/10 11:40 AM

Vision . . .› Journalism and CommunicationsStudents Gain Joint Admission toCollege of Saint ElizabethCounty College of Morris and the College of Saint Elizabeth (CSE) in April finalizedtheir seventh articulation agreement. Under this latest joint agreement, studentsadmitted to CCM’s associate degree program in communications or journalism alsocan be admitted to CSE’s baccalaureate program in communication.Upon graduation from CCM, students in the program can take up to an additional 33credits at CCM. The other remaining credits toward the bachelor’s degree then areto be selected from CSE courses, most of which will be offered at the CCM campus.Green jobs are growing, providing new opportunities for those looking to build orretool their careers. In response to the growing need for “green-collar” professionals,the Division of Corporate and Community Programs has developed a Certificate inSustainable Practices.The four-course program provides students with training in managing energy andwater consumption, sustainability reporting, meeting profit and environmental goals,and environmentally preferred purchasing. Three of the courses have an onlineoption. The certificate program is geared toward individuals who are looking totake their career to a new level, in-transition white-collar professionals seeking todifferentiate themselves in the market, municipal employees committed to Sustainable Jersey or other green efforts, and participants in the American College &University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. For more information, visitwww.ccm.edu/businessCommunity.Photo: Shelley Kusnetz PhotographyCCM and CSE also have joint agreements for students in business administration,criminal justice, early childhood education, secondary education specializationsand nursing.› Sustainable Practices Certification10 County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 10 2010 Annual Report9/27/10 1:02 PM

Academics and SustainabilityPhoto: Susan Winston› Summer Academy Marks 20 Yearswith Solar ChallengeA total of 23 high school students took part in this year’sSummer Academy for Young Scholars. The sessionmarked the academy’s 20th year of preparing underrepresented students for college and exposing them tothe fields of mathematics, engineering and computerscience. Led by Professors Alexis Thurman and SusanWinston, Mathematics, the academy’s theme this yearwas “Going Green.” Along with building and racingsolar model cars, the students made stationery fromrecycled newspapers and took part in Master Studentclasses to build their academic skills. The four-day program was supported bygrants from PSE&G and New Jersey Natural Gas.› CCM Offices Going GreenAs part of CCM’s commitment to reduce its environmental impact, the Financial AidOffice now is using students’ email accounts as its main means of communications.Along with reducing paper consumption and refuse, the change means studentscan always have the most current and accurate information available at their fingertips. The Bursar Office also has started to go green by making bills available onlinefor students.The changes are in alignment with CCM’s ongoing conversion to electronic formatsto reduce paper usage and waste, along with costs. Included among those efforts,student applications now are accepted online and the college Admissions viewbookhas been reduced in size to encourage students to visit and explore the CCMwebsite.County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 11 2010 Annual Report119/27/10 1:02 PM

To EverythingThereICommitment . . .saSeaArtsa› The Arts –To Everything There Is a Seasonson . . .The “To Everything There Is a Season” 2009-2010 Performing Artsschedule kicked off at County College of Morris on October 8with the largest cultural program since the renovation of the CCMauditorium in the fall of 2007. Over 350 students, faculty, community members and several Marshal Arts schools enjoyed a specialperformance of the Shaolin Warriors: The Kung Fu Masters of China.Co-sponsored by Special Events and Campus Life, the uniqueproduction – direct from China – provided the local community witha chance to see a world-renowned performance on a stage closeto home at an affordable price.Among the other highlights of the season, an original adaptation ofthe musical Once on This Island was presented on the CCM stagein November, showcasing the talent of CCM students. In March,the fourth annual Storytelling and Festival of World Music had itsmost successful attendance to date with the incorporation of aworkshop for teachers accredited by the New Jersey EducationAssociation. Then in April, the very popular Thoroughly ModernMillie, performed by CCM’s Music, Dance and Performing Artsstudents, thrilled the audience with near sold-out performances.Also in April, CCM Shakespeare & Company presented GeorgeBernard Shaw’s classic Androclese & the Lion.PresAnnReport10.indd 12Photo: Jack Sullivan 2010 Annual ReportPhoto: Ahmed Bennane12 County College of MorrisPhoto: courtesy of Shaolin WarriorsThe strong diversity in programming is creating a growing subscriber base that CCM is building upon to further position the campusas a valuable community resource. For a schedule of the 20102011 Performing Arts schedule, visit www.ccm.edu/newsEvents.9/21/10 11:40 AM

sand Athletics› AthleticsIt was another outstanding year for CCM athletic teams and student athletes. In onlyits second season, the lacrosse team gained a national ranking, placing 10th inthe country and finishing the season with a 9-6 record. Player T.J. McAndrew,of Randolph, also received Honorable Mention All-American, a huge feat fora second-year program. CCM is the only community college in northernNew Jersey with a lacrosse program.The Men’s Soccer team clinched its regular season finishing as the 2009Garden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) Champions and earning secondplace in the Region XIX Championship Tournament. Head Coach RogerStephens also eclipsed the 200-win mark with 214 wins and 16 ties overhis 19 years coaching at CCM. Student athletes Hamilton Sotelo, ofElizabeth, received First Team All-American and John Weber, ofMorristown, received Second Team All-American.The Women’s Softball team also had a great year, setting the schoolrecord for victories at 40-15. Contributing to that success, pitcher StephanieRomano (pictured below, right) set the school record for pitching victorieswith a total of 37 in her two-year career.Once again, the Golf Team proved its prowess on the course, making the GSACChampionship Tournament for the seventh year in a row and advancing to the RegionXIX Championship Tournament. Student athlete Daniel Bentson, of High Point, qualified forthe National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Tournament as an individual.PresAnnReport10.indd 13Photo: Jack SullivanPhoto: Jack SullivanCCM athletes also continued to excel academically. A total of 46 athletes were recognized for inclusion onthe All-Garden State Athletic Conference and All-Region XIX academic honor rolls. Softball Co-CaptainJess Mucerino also was presented with an NJCAA Academic All-American award for her outstandingacademic performance.County College of Morris 2010 Annual Report139/21/10 11:40 AM

Recognition . . .ressoProfD’s CiávBe.1oJoséNnyphomyS› President Edward J. Yaw ReceivesEducator of the Year Award› Professor Venancio FuentesCompletes Leadership AcademyThe Research and Development Council of NewJersey presented County College of MorrisPresident Edward J. Yaw with its Educator ofthe Year Award at the council’s annual awardsdinner in November. Dr. Yaw was recognizedfor his long-standing dedication to education. CCM also was recognized by thecouncil for its 40 years of excellence.The Research and DevelopmentCouncil is a nonprofit organization representing more than 45major corporations, educationalinstitutions and state officials inNew Jersey.Professor Venancio Fuentes, chair of the Department of Engineering Technologies and Engineering Science, this year completed the Academyfor Leadership and Development program. Theacademy brings together college officials fromaround the nation to enhance their leadership andstrategic planning skills. Professor Fuentes alsoserved as a panelist at the Engineering Technology Leadership Institute conference at PennState University last fall. The conference broughttogether members from academic institutions,industry and government to explore technologyeducation and workforce needs.ProfessorKenneth ShoulerauthorsThe EverythWorlding’s Religions BookPhoto: Shelley Kusnetz Photography› Professor José Beviá’sSymphony Premieresin Czech RepublicThe Moravian Philharmonic Orchestraperformed the world premiere recording of Symphony No. 1 by MusicProfessor José Beviá in the CzechRepublic last June. The recordinghas been released on CD by MSRClassics. Also included on the CDare the world premier recordings ofProfessor’s Beviá’s compositionsDónde el Viento Nos Lleve,Lleve ThreeEnigmas,Enigmas and Trio for Flute, Violaand Harp.Harp The CD is available atwww.msrcd.com/1239/1239.html.CCM President Edward J. Yaw14 County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 14› Professor Helen MastrobuoniNamed EOF Educator of the YearProfessor Helen Mastrobuoni, Biology and Chemistry, was presented with the 2010 EducationalOpportunity Fund (EOF) Educator of the YearAward in April for her exceptional instructionalcapabilities and her commitment and support toEOF students.› Professor Kenneth ShoulerAuthors The EverythingWorld’s Religions BookProfessor Kenneth Shouler, Philosophy, authoredthe second edition of The Everything World’sReligions Book (Adams Media). The easy-to-useand comprehensive book is part of the EverythingSeries. Professor Shouler also is the author of TheEverything Guide to Understanding Philosophyand The Everything Hinduism Book. 2010 Annual Report9/21/10 11:40 AM

Awards and Accomplishments› Dean Keith Smith’s PaintingsDisplayed at New JerseyMasters Art Exhibit› Respiratory Therapy andRadiography Pass RatesSurpass National AverageKeith Smith, dean of Liberal Arts, had several ofhis paintings featured in the 2009 “6 New JerseyMasters” exhibit at Kean University. The paintings included some of his large works producedduring his years working in a New York City studioand several smaller recent pieces painted in hishome studio in Sparta.All 14 Respiratory Therapy students from theClass of 2009 passed the National Board forRespiratory Care (NBRC) examination to earn thecredential of Certified Respiratory Therapist. The100-percent pass rate significantly exceedsthe national pass rate of 73.7 percent.Also earning a high pass rate were theRadiography students from the Class of2009 at 94 percent with a mean score of85.5. The national pass rate was91.4 percent with a mean score of 84.8.Professor Jan-Marie Traynor, chair of the Landscape and Horticultural Technology program, waselected vice-president of the New Jersey Nurseryand Landscape Association (NJNLA) for 2010.She is only the second woman to hold that position in the 95-year history of the association andthe first educator to be elected as an officer.› Journal of New Jersey PoetsCelebrates 20 Years at CCMMore than 200 poetry lovers from across NewJersey gathered at CCM in April to celebrate theJournal of New Jersey Poets 20 years of publication at CCM. The journal is edited by ProfessorSander Zulauf, English, who has authored severalbooks of poetry, the most recent one being WhereTime Goes (Dryad Press). The special celebration featured readings by 20 poets who either liveor previously lived in New Jersey. A presentationalso was given showcasing the many PulitzerPrize poets who have read at CCM since thejournal’s founding.› CCM Dancers HonoredCCM faculty and students scored highmarks at the 2010 Mid-Atlantic RegionAmerican College Dance Festival (ACDF)at Virginia Commonwealth University. Outof 400 participants and 25 schoolsrepresented at the festival, onlytwo community colleges wereadjudicated, and CCM wasone of them. Forty-fivedances were judged and12 pieces were selectedto be performed at thefestival’s closing nightgala, including “Atthe Bottom,”choreographedby CCM AdjunctProfessor Lisa Peluso.y–tton“Glut”ieDThe2010 editionJourofnal of NeJerswey PoetsCCM Dance Major, Ashley CilicaCounty College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 15mithith Sn KeDeaPhoto: Beau Kennedy› Professor Jan-Marie TraynorElected Vice President of NJNLA 2010 Annual Report159/27/10 1:02 PM

Success . . .16 County College of MorrisPresAnnReport10.indd 16Photo: Life in MoPhotoFaith Candelaria, like manystudents who attend CCM,had to balance a number ofresponsibilities while takingclasses. Her final semesteralso brought a few bumps inthe road. She had to changejobs twice. During her journeytoward her associate’sdegree, she also battled aserious health issue. She didall that while working full-time,maintaining her home, caringfor her family and keeping upwith school. It took her 10 years to earn her AA in Humanities/SocialScience, but earn it she did. Her parents certainly had foresight whenthey named her Faith, because faith is what she has.Photo: Life in MoPhotoPhoto: Life in MoPhotoAs an open-access institution, County College of Morris draws adi

tuition by 5 per credit starting with the summer 2010 semester. Tuition for in-county residents increased from 105 to 110 per credit. Out-of-county student tuition increased from 210 to 220 a credit and out-of-state tuition increased from 296 to 311 per credit. The per-credit college fee also was increased by 50 cents