Saint Peter's University

Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., Named 23rd President of Saint Peter's University

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University. He will begin his appointment on July 1, 2024.

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  • Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., has been appointed as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University.
  • The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Benitez to succeed Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., who is retiring in June after 17 years as president.
  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University.
  • "I want to thank the Board of Trustees for the distinction of being appointed president of Saint Peter's University.

Saint Peter's University President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., Announces Decision to Retire in June 2024

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., today announced his decision to retire at the end of his current contract on June 30, 2024. Dr. Cornacchia is the University's first lay president and the longest-serving president in Saint Peter's history. He began his term as the 22nd president in 2007 and has had a distinguished tenure marked by transformative leadership, unwavering dedication and a fierce commitment to academic excellence and the Jesuit mission.

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  • Saint Peter's University President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., today announced his decision to retire at the end of his current contract on June 30, 2024.
  • Dr. Cornacchia is the University's first lay president and the longest-serving president in Saint Peter's history.
  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University President Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., today announced his decision to retire at the end of his current contract on June 30, 2024.
  • Saint Peter's University is committed to ensuring a smooth transition in leadership and the comprehensive search for the 23rd president is underway.

Saint Peter's University Announces Largest Fundraising Campaign in University History

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University is proud to announce the public phase of the University's most ambitious fundraising campaign in its 150-year history, Peacocks Rise: The Campaign for Saint Peter's University, which aims to raise a minimum of $75 million.

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  • Saint Peter's University is proud to announce the public phase of the University's most ambitious fundraising campaign in its 150-year history, Peacocks Rise: The Campaign for Saint Peter's University.
  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University is proud to announce the public phase of the University's most ambitious fundraising campaign in its 150-year history, Peacocks Rise: The Campaign for Saint Peter's University, which aims to raise a minimum of $75 million.
  • "Peacocks Rise is our opportunity to achieve lasting greatness," said Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., president of Saint Peter's University.
  • Everyone and every gift can make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the future of Saint Peter's University."

CONNATIX NAMES JOSEPH PERGOLA CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Connatix, the leading video technology company for premium publishers and advertisers, today announced the appointment of Joseph Pergola as its first Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Pergola, who reports directly to Co-founder and CEO David Kashak, brings over 20 years of business and financial leadership experience to the role. As CFO, Pergola takes immediate responsibility for Connatix's global financial operations — overseeing the company's FP&A, Accounting, Investments, Capital structure, M&A, and growth strategies.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Connatix , the leading video technology company for premium publishers and advertisers, today announced the appointment of Joseph Pergola as its first Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Pergola, who reports directly to Co-founder and CEO David Kashak, brings over 20 years of business and financial leadership experience to the role.
  • As CFO, Pergola takes immediate responsibility for Connatix'sglobal financial operations overseeing the company's FP&A, Accounting, Investments, Capital structure, M&A, and growth strategies.
  • Pergola earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from St. Peter's University and an MBA from Fordham University.

Robert J. Vadovic, RN, DNP, APNC, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

As a specialist in internal medicine and a nurse practitioner, Dr. Vadovic is affiliated with Intermountain Healthcare in Las Vegas, NV.

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  • As a specialist in internal medicine and a nurse practitioner, Dr. Vadovic is affiliated with Intermountain Healthcare in Las Vegas, NV.
  • Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain Healthcare is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.
  • In his spare time, Dr. Vadovic volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 700 in Las Vegas.
  • The doctor would like to dedicate this honor to his mentors, Susan Van Buge, DNP, and Ann Corne, RN.

UNION COUNTY SAVINGS BANK ANNOUNCES YEWAISIS AS CHAIRMAN AND CEO

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

ELIZABETH, N.J., March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Union County Savings Bank (UCSB), a local New Jersey savings bank with $1.9 billion in assets, serving the community for one hundred and thirty-nine years, is excited to announce the addition of Joseph Yewaisis as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • ELIZABETH, N.J., March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Union County Savings Bank (UCSB), a local New Jersey savings bank with $1.9 billion in assets, serving the community for one hundred and thirty-nine years, is excited to announce the addition of Joseph Yewaisis as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Yewaisis' commitment to giving back is an attribute he has already incorporated into his work at UCSB by doubling the size of the Union County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation.
  • Grant inquiries for the Union County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation can be directed to [email protected] .
  • Union County Savings Bank ("UCSB" or the "Bank") exists for the benefit of its customers and employees, a position that has been unchanged since its founding in 1883.

First New Jersey School Choice Fair to Bring Families Buffet of Learning Options

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Saturday, January 15, 2022

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Peter's University in Jersey City will be the spot for the state's first School Choice Week school fair on Saturday, Jan. 22.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Peter's University in Jersey City will be the spot for the state's first School Choice Week school fair on Saturday, Jan. 22.
  • The school choice fair, which is free and open to all families, will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on "School Fair Saturday," Jan. 22.
  • These school fairs are planned to coincide with the celebration of National School Choice Week Jan. 23-29, 2022, which will feature more than 26,000 school choice events across all 50 states.
  • "We are really excited to help host New Jersey's first National School Choice Week School Fair," said Steve Looney, a trustee of Excellent Education for Everyone (E3).

Saint Peter's University Announces Zero Tuition Promise for Eligible New Jersey Residents

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University today announced the launch of its Gateway Tuition Program, a zero tuition promise (tuition, comprehensive fees and new student orientation fee) for New Jersey residents that meet qualifying criteria.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Saint Peter's University today announced the launch of its Gateway Tuition Program, a zero tuition promise (tuition, comprehensive fees and new student orientation fee) for New Jersey residents that meet qualifying criteria.
  • "At Saint Peter's University, we are committed to providing students with an exceptional and affordable college experience," said Elizabeth Sullivan, vice president for enrollment management and marketing at Saint Peter's University.
  • "Through the Gateway Tuition Program, we are focusing on alleviating the financial burdens our neediest New Jersey families experience in planning for college.
  • To learn more about Saint Peter's, the admission process and financial aid packages, register for a virtual information session .

Sordoni Golf Outing Raises $30,000 for Saint Peter's University

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Monday, December 9, 2019

BEDMINSTER, N.J., Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Sordoni Construction, a Bedminster-based construction management company, recently donated $30,000 to Saint Peter's University in Jersey City.

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  • BEDMINSTER, N.J., Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Sordoni Construction, a Bedminster-based construction management company, recently donated $30,000 to Saint Peter's University in Jersey City.
  • The golf outing was so successful that Sordoni plans to make it an annual tradition.
  • It is important for Sordoni to support members of our community like Saint Peter's University.
  • Front row (L-R) Gloria Mercurio - Executive Director of Alumni Engagement at Saint Peter's University Eugene Cornacchia - Ph.D., President, Saint Peter's University Sharon Pastore - Trustee, Saint Peter's University and a member of the Class of 1973 Back row (L-R) Leah Leto - Vice President for Advancement and External Affairs at Saint Peter's University Leonid Kushner - CFO