Candidates
Deb Moriarty
Class Year: 1976
I recently retired after working for close to 50 years in Higher Education, specifically in Student Affairs – life outside the classroom. My long and successful career can be traced back to my time at Southern Connecticut State College. As a Recreation and Leisure education major, I found a wide variety of opportunities and mentorships available that helped me identify my passion for helping students learn and grow outside of the classroom. Throughout my career I held positions at UCLA, UC San Diego, University of Michigan, University of Maryland Baltimore County and Towson University (Maryland). At Towson, I served as Vice President for Student Affairs for fifteen years. During that time, I served on a number of boards most notably on NASPA’s Board of Directors where I was ultimately elected to serve as the chair of the board. I finished my career as Director of the Office of the President and Secretary to the Board of Trustees at Franklin & Marshall College (Lancaster, PA). My transformative experience at Southern combined with my professional career has resulted in my desire to give back to Southern Connecticut State University as part of the Alumni Board of Directors.
Jahmai Scarlett
Class Year: MBA 2025
Jahmai is originally from Jamaica, where he was involved in sports and debating during his time at Kingston College, shaping his foundation in leadership, communication, and community. He went on to attend City College of New York, earning his Bachelor’s degree in Economics, and later completed an accelerated MBA with a concentration in Accounting at Southern Connecticut State University. At Southern, Jahmai served as a graduate assistant in marketing, where he was introduced to sustainability and environmental work. He later interned at Beers Hamerman Cohen & Burger where he now works full-time in tax operations. He also held a graduate assistantship with the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, supporting tours, events, and coordination across departments. He was selected as a Werth Fellow, strengthening his ability to connect business and science. Jahmai remains engaged in community and climate-focused work and is currently a fellow in the Yale Clean and Equitable Energy Development Program, continuing his commitment to equitable, community-centered solutions. He is focused on building pathways for underrepresented students, particularly international students, while strengthening alumni connections. As a recent graduate, he brings a perspective that reflects both current student experiences and long-term engagement. Outside of work, he writes poetry, enjoys football, and spends time in nature.
Tina Bennett
Class Year: 2003
Tina Bennett, MPA is a healthcare executive with more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience in organizational development, strategic planning, and patient-centered care. Born and raised in New Haven, Connecticut, Tina has deep roots in the local community and a longstanding commitment to serving the region through both her professional and civic engagement. She currently serves as Chief Experience Officer for Yale New Haven Health, where she leads enterprise-wide strategies to enhance the patient and family experience across a large integrated health system. Her portfolio includes oversight of patient relations, volunteer services, spiritual care, and language services, ensuring a coordinated and equitable approach to care delivery. Tina began her career at Yale New Haven Health in 2005 and has advanced through progressive leadership roles, including Director of Patient Transport, where she led a team of more than 200 staff. She later expanded her leadership scope to system-wide patient experience strategy and culture transformation, consistently driving improvements in engagement, quality, and service excellence across the organization. In 2019, she was appointed System Director for Patient Experience, leading enterprise alignment of experience strategies across clinical and operational areas. In 2022, she assumed her current role as Chief Experience Officer, where she continues to advance a culture of compassion, accountability, and excellence across the health system. A proud alumna of Southern Connecticut State University, Tina earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications and remains deeply engaged with the university community. She currently serves as an undergraduate instructor in healthcare studies at SCSU, where she teaches, mentors, and supports students preparing for careers in healthcare. This role reflects her commitment to giving back to her alma mater and investing in the next generation of professionals. Tina also holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management from the University of New Haven. Her professional journey reflects a deep commitment to service, education, leadership development, and strengthening the communities she calls home. She brings to the SCSU Alumni Board a strong connection to the university, extensive healthcare leadership experience, and a lifelong commitment to New Haven and its surrounding communities. Grounded in the belief in “being the change we want to see,” Tina leads with collaboration, purpose, and a commitment to meaningful impact.
Jenn Frontiero
Class Year: 2007
Jenn Frontiero is an events professional whose career has been defined by one consistent thread: bringing people together in meaningful, lasting ways. With over 20 years of experience across higher education, nonprofit organizations, and community engagement, she is known for creating environments where relationships grow, communities feel connected, and people experience a true sense of belonging. A proud alumna of Southern Connecticut State University, Jenn’s connection to Southern is both professional and personal. As a commuter student who worked full-time while earning her degree, she understands firsthand the challenges many students face in financing their education. That experience continues to shape her perspective and fuels her commitment to supporting advancement efforts within the university community. Her work in alumni and donor relations at the University of Hartford and Southern further strengthened her understanding of how intentional engagement builds lasting connections between students, alumni, and the institution, creating a natural pathway to philanthropy. As the owner of Fresh Event Services and in her role with the West Hartford Chamber of Commerce, Jenn leads programming and communications efforts that bring people together with intention and care. Jenn is seeking to serve on the Alumni Association Board to give back through service. She is passionate about supporting student life through experiences that foster connection and inspire long-term engagement…because when students feel connected, they don’t just graduate from Southern, they remain part of its community for life.
Joan Huwiler
Class Year: 1985
A 1985 graduate of Southern Connecticut State University, I have built my career in communications, marketing, and public relations, with a focus on nonprofit, healthcare, higher education, and public service organizations. My work has centered on helping institutions tell clear, compelling stories, strengthen relationships, and connect people to purpose. Southern played an important role in shaping my path. It was where I developed my voice, my confidence, and my commitment to meaningful work. Those experiences have stayed with me throughout my career and continue to influence how I approach leadership, service, and community. I am interested in joining the Alumni Board of Directors because I want to give back to the university that helped shape who I am today. I believe deeply in the power of connection—between alumni, students, and the broader Southern community—and would welcome the opportunity to help strengthen those ties. I am particularly interested in supporting alumni engagement, advancing the university’s visibility, and helping to connect storytelling and philanthropy in ways that benefit current and future students. Southern has given so much to so many, and I would be proud to contribute my experience and perspective to its continued growth and impact. I would greatly appreciate your support.
Secrett Hampton
Class Year: 2001
Secrett is currently the Vice President of the Alumni Association, and is seeking re-election for a second term on the board of directors. She completed her undergraduate degree at SCSU. After becoming a mother and years of service at the State of CT Judicial Branch, Secrett returned to a higher learning institution (Albertus Magnus College) to earn two master’s degrees, one in Leadership and the other in Business Administration. Secrett believes that effective leadership brings people together. “I am excited and honored to have a chair on the Alumni board. This creates a platform where I can remain connected to the institution that is SCSU, and it allows me to implement initiatives that connect the alumni to the current and incoming scholars, which directly impacts the collective.” Secrett is training to be a parole officer for the Connecticut Department of Corrections. Working for the Executive branch is an achievement that has been a goal of hers over the duration of her career with the state. She is looking ahead to the learning and opportunities that will occur as she moves forward with all of her endeavors.
Latoya Lowery
Class Year: 2001
Latoya Lowery is currently an Alumni Association Board member, seeking re-election for a second term. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University in 2001 and later obtained her Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University in 2007. She is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), an Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICAADC), and an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC). While at SCSU, Latoya served as a Resident Advisor, providing guidance and support to fellow students. She also enjoyed singing and was a member of the Jubilee Gospel Choir. With more than 20 years of experience in the substance use and social work profession, Latoya has dedicated her career to supporting youth and families. She is currently employed as a Social Work Supervisor at the Department of Children and Families, where she has served for over 17 years. During her tenure, she has held various roles, including Human Anti-Trafficking Response Team (HART) Liaison, Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST) trainer, and facilitator for the “Not a Number” and “My Life, My Choice” programs. She also chaired the MDT/HART Data Committee and played a key role in developing a data system within the Provider Information Exchange (PIE) to help the Department track trafficking-related cases. Latoya is deeply passionate about empowering abused, neglected, and impoverished youth to reach their highest potential. She previously served as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Covenant to Care for Children, further demonstrating her commitment to advocacy and community service. Inspired by the opportunities and connections she gained during her time at Southern, she would be honored to serve on SCSU’s Alumni Board and give back to the university that helped shape her life.
Stacey Georgiou
Class Year: 2001
As a proud graduate of Southern Connecticut State University, I have a strong personal connection to the institution and a deep appreciation for the role it played in shaping my career. Throughout my time at NBC Sports, I have remained actively engaged with the university by visiting campus, speaking with students, and helping to create a pipeline between SCSU and the professional broadcast industry. Joining the board would allow me to further strengthen that connection by providing guidance, industry insight, and career opportunities for students. I am committed to supporting the university’s mission and helping prepare the next generation of professionals through mentorship, collaboration, and real-world engagement.
Sara Walker
Class Year: 2025
Southern didn’t just shape my career, it shaped my vision and my commitment to opening doors for others. That is why I am running for the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Since graduating, I have built my career in sports marketing at NBC Sports. Being part of moments like the Olympics, Sunday Night Football, NASCAR, GOLF, and college football, I have seen how powerful connection, representation, and community can be. That perspective has shaped how I have approached giving back and creating opportunities for others. At the same time, I have stayed deeply committed to service. I currently serve on the Board of Directors for The Village (GMP), where I support early career development and mentorship. Alongside that work, I have been intentional about creating pathways for Southern students to break into sports and entertainment by connecting them to opportunities, strategy, resources, and spaces they may not have l accessed before. I care deeply about building a more connected and engaged alumni network, one that truly shows up for students and for each other. If elected, I will continue building those bridges and creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation of Owls.
Tammy Moscrip
Class Year: MSW 2009
I am honored to submit my candidacy for the SCSU Alumni Board of Directors. My professional journey is deeply rooted in my experience as a Clinical MSW student at Southern Connecticut State University. During my enrollment, I maintained a 4.0 GPA, received the Tom Buch Child Welfare Endowed Scholarship, and was inducted into the Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society. My early dedication to SCSU was exemplified by my successful advocacy for essential renovations to the social work building and my scholarly contribution as a textbook chapter author in collaboration with SCSU social work faculty (Appleby, Colon, Hamilton, 2010). My career has served as a direct application of the education I received at SCSU. In addition to holding a PhD in psychology/cognitive neuroscience from Columbia University and maintaining my LCSW license, I served as Executive Director, Chief Administrator, and Clinical Director for a CT State Approved Special Education Program and therapeutic day school for 15 years. In this leadership role, I supported hundreds of families, provided clinical supervision and guidance to dozens of social workers and social work interns, and led programs through successful NEASC accreditation. I have also served as an adjunct professor for over 10 years and represented the social work field at various regional and national conferences. I have maintained a consistent practice of making annual gifts to SCSU to support the programs and resources that enrich the student experience. As a board member, I seek to bridge the gap between current students and alumni by fostering mentorship and professional development opportunities. I am eager to bring my executive leadership and clinical insight to the Board to support the future of the SCSU community.
Dr. Tonia Walker
Class Year: 2003
Dr. Tonia Ann Walker is an accomplished accounting professional and educator with over 20 years of experience in higher education. Her career spans a range of leadership and administrative roles, including Comptroller, Executive Director, Grants Director, and Consultant within her field. A proud alumna of Southern Connecticut State University, Dr. Walker has served the institution in multiple capacities, including Administrator and Adjunct Professor. She has also held roles as an instructor, adjunct, and associate faculty member across several institutions, teaching in traditional, online, and hybrid learning environments. Dr. Walker is deeply committed to organizational effectiveness and workforce development. Her doctoral research on employee engagement has been published and reflects her dedication to improving workplace performance, leadership practices, and institutional outcomes. She continues to expand her expertise through conferences, professional development, and active membership with the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). Dr. Walker is eager to contribute her extensive knowledge, leadership experience, and commitment to excellence in service as a board member of Southern Connecticut State University.
Dr. Freda Grant
Class Year: BA, 2009 MA, 2014
Dr. Freda Grant is a double alumna of Southern Connecticut State University, where she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees as a nontraditional commuter student. She currently serves as Director of Civil Rights Compliance and ADA/504 Coordinator at Sacred Heart University and is an adjunct professor in Women’s and Gender Studies at Southern Connecticut State University. Her work focuses on higher education equity, student support systems, and gender-based violence policy. As both an alumna and current adjunct faculty member, Dr. Grant maintains a strong and ongoing connection to the SCSU community. She brings extensive experience working across Connecticut’s higher education landscape in student support, institutional policy, and campus climate initiatives, along with sustained engagement in New Haven–based educational and community programs that support youth leadership and access to opportunity. She is committed to strengthening alumni engagement, expanding mentorship pathways for students and recent graduates, and supporting inclusive programming that reflects the diversity and impact of SCSU alumni. She looks forward to contributing strategic insight and collaborative leadership to advance the mission and visibility of the Alumni Association.
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Binod Dahal
Class Year: 2021
I have been serving on the board for about 3 years now, and also currently serve as the admissions committee chair and a finance committee member on the board. I have made active contributions to the board, including being present in all of the admissions events hosted by the University. I believe I have also helped contribute to the positive image of the University in the community and the state during my regular interactions with prospective students, alumni, or anyone else. I would like to continue to make valuable and meaningful contributions to the board, and to the University. Thank you
Karl-Marx Delphonse
Class Year: 2021
Karl-Marx is a Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and finance professional with experience in both the public and private sectors, with a background in financial reporting, audit, tax, forecasting, and personal financial planning. He also holds an MBA from Eastern University in PA. During his time at Southern Connecticut State University, Karl-Marx was a member of both the Caribbean Student Association (CSA) and African Student Association (ASA), and served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and Coordination Lead for the 2020 Summer Research Fellowship Project, collaborating with students and faculty to research biochar and its marketability. He is interested in joining the alumni board to give back to SCSU and support initiatives that create opportunities and resources for students. In his spare time, he participates in local Connecticut soccer leagues for recreation.
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Brian West
Class Year: 1980
Brian West, ’80 Brian West has served four previous terms on the Board of Directors and is seeking re-election. He graduated from Southern in 1980 with degrees in history and political science. He worked for three years in the State Legislature in various positions, followed by two years with the Connecticut Public Expenditure Council (CPEC), a state government watchdog organization. For the next 23 years he worked for the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM) as a Research Analyst and chief staff person to the Connecticut Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (ACIR). For the past fourteen years, Brian has worked for the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM) as the Principal Research Analyst helping member cities and towns resolve local issues of concern. He is very involved with his church, where he is a Lector and has served on the Parish Council. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus and was the coordinator of the Homefront program, an annual home rehabilitation program helping the elderly and less fortunate members of our community. A resident of West Hartford, Brian has been married to his wife, Marie, for 34 years and they have four children, Meredith (who got her Masters Degree in Library Sciences from SCSU, 2022 ), Amy, Stephanie and Eric (who received his Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management from SCSU in 2024).
Lisa Lamb
Class Year: MBA 2004
I am seeking election to the SCSU Alumni Association Board of Directors to contribute my leadership experience and support the continued growth of the institution where I earned my MBA. I recently retired from nearly 35 years of military service, culminating in the rank of Colonel, where I led complex organizations, managed diverse teams, and oversaw strategic operations across the Pacific region. These roles strengthened my ability to build consensus, guide long‑term planning, and steward resources responsibly—skills that translate directly to effective board governance. In addition to my military career, I have served on several boards and advisory groups focused on community engagement, organizational development, and education. I have also worked as an educator for the University of Michigan and the University of Hawai‘i, teaching leadership, management, and organizational studies. I am currently a doctoral student at Pepperdine University, where my research centers on strategic leadership and organizational resilience. I am committed to giving back to SCSU and supporting initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement, student success, and the university’s long‑term vision.
Please vote by May 26, 2026.
Contact Alumni Relations
Gregory J. Bernard, 04
Director of Alumni Relations
Email: bernardg2@southernct.edu
Doreen Cammarata-Gilhuly, '89
Associate Director of Alumni Relations
Email: gilhulyd1@southernct.edu
