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New and Familiar Faces

 New and Familiar Faces  

Meet new face J.P. (James) Cooney, Director of Graduate Admissions, Graduate Studies

Meet familiar face Angela Guercio, Assistant Professor, Computer Science, Kent State University at Stark

J.P. (James) Cooney

Director of Graduate Admissions
Graduate Studies

New Face

Job Description:
I direct a comprehensive graduate recruitment, marketing, and admissions program in a manner consistent with the university mission. I participate in the development of the university's enrollment plan and oversee the implementation of student recruitment strategies.
Worked at KSU since:
June 2010
Employment Prior to Kent State University:
Edinboro University
Likes Most About Kent State University:
Kent State's outstanding national reputation, pristine campus, and breadth of outstanding graduate programs
Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:
Working with Dr. Mary Ann Stephens, as well as having the chance to enhance ongoing, graduate recruitment efforts
Resides in:
Strongsville, Ohio
Hometown:
Cleveland, Ohio
Education:
Master of Science, organizational leadership, Mercyhurst College
Bachelor of Arts, hospitality management, Mercyhurst College

Hobbies:
Golf, running with my 90 pound Rottweiler, reading online and trying to find the end of the Internet

Angela Guercio

Assistant Professor, Computer Science
Kent State University at Stark

Familiar Face

Job Description:
I teach courses in computer science, involve students in educational activities and advise students. In addition, I perform research, participate in university and government activities and connect with the community.
Worked at KSU since:
August 2005
Employment Prior to Kent State University:
Assistant Professor, Hiram College Assistant Researcher at the University of Salerno, Italy
Likes Most About Kent State University:
The vibrant life that pervades the whole university
Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:
The broad spectrum of opportunities that my position offers and the people at Kent State University at Stark I can work with
Resides in:
Shaker Heights, Ohio
Hometown:
Salerno, Italy
Education:
Ph. D., computer science, Kent State University
Master of Science, Knowledge Systems Institute, Skokie, Ill.
Laurea Degree, University of Salerno, Italy

Hobbies:
Reading, cooking, sewing and embroidery