Faculty & Staff Directory

Nicole Lazzaro

English
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: nlazzaro@caldwell.edu
Office: Visceglia 155

M.A., Caldwell University, 2015
B.A., Caldwell University, 2011

Amanda Leitz

Admissions Counselor

Email: aleitz@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3220
Office Location: Newman Center

Office:
Mon: 8:30-4:30
Tues: 8:30-4:30
Wed: 8:30-4:30
Thurs: 8:30-4:30
Fri: 8:30-4:30

B.S Human Services & Spanish Minor, University of Delaware

Linda Lens

Nursing and Public Health
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: llens@caldwell.edu

Clinical Adjunct Faculty

BSN Wagner College
MSN Rutgers University, formerly University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ

Iris Leopold

Mathematics
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: ileopold@caldwell.edu

A.B. Barnard College

M.A. Montclair State University

Karen Lerner

Academic Affairs
Administrative Assistant

Email: klerner@caldwell.edu
Phone: (973) 618-3922
Office Location: Alumni Theater, Room ALU 106

Office:
Mon: 8:30am-4:30pm
Tues: 8:30am-4:30pm
Wed: 8:30am-4:30pm
Thurs: 8:30am-4:30pm
Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm

Karen Lerner is an Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs. She has a BFA from The New School, and has worked in Administrative Services, Marketing, and Editorial Services for twenty years.

Gary Lieberman

Business and Computer Science
Assistant Adjunct Professor

Email: glieberman@caldwell.edu
Phone: (813) 602-1754
Office Location: Albertus Magnus Hall

My name is Dr. Gary Lieberman, I live just north of Tampa Bay in Odessa, FL. I hold a BBA from Baruch College, CUNY, where I majored in Management and minored in Contract Law, I received an MBA, focused on Organizational Behavior, from Georgian Court University, and a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity from Nova Southeastern University.
Recently, I retired as a Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Head of Information Security Governance at Lazard, a preeminent global financial advisory and asset management investment bank, headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. When I first joined Lazard, I built the IT department from the ground up, and then later built the Information Security (IS) department leveraging organizational development and managerial skills gained from career experience, which included helping to start two tech companies. In the early stages of the IS department, I focused on the bank’s five-year cybersecurity plan and brought the Identity Access Management (IAM) program to a financial industry-best maturity level of four out of five.

I was also responsible for authoring and maintaining the bank’s information security framework, policies, and standards, as well as, addressing regulatory agency audit inquiries and due diligence concerns from our clients. As Deputy CISO, I assisted the CISO in overseeing the day-to-day security operations and reporting our cybersecurity posture to the CEO and Board of Directors.

In my career, I’ve climbed telephone poles, worked on developing early versions of the Unix operating system, developed software, started companies, repaired companies, and built successful organizations. In 1990, after serving four years as the Planning Board President, I ran for public office and was elected to and served as City Council President of Mine Hill, NJ. I was re-elected twice and served a total of 15 years in public service. I can converse in the native language of any corporate officer, director, technologist, lawyer, or politician.

My being a professor and sharing my career experiences is my way of paying it forward to all the wonderful teachers I’ve met during my studies and my career. I am a published author and frequently speak on cybersecurity topics at conferences and gatherings.

Chon Lintakoon

Business and Computer Science
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: CLintakoon@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3655

Chon C. Lintakoon Adjunct Professor M.B.A. State University of New Jersey at Rutgers M.A. University of Houston

William Lipkin

History and Political Science
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: WLipkin@caldwell.edu

B.A. Rutgers University

M.A. Rutgers University

Bonnie Lowicki

Nursing and Public Health
Adjunct Instructor

William Paterson University BSN, New Jersey City University MA

Bonnie Lowicki started her career at Hackensack University Medical Center. She was a Level 3 status RN and her experiences included critical care She was chosen as a representative for the Magnet Review Board. She continuing her education at Caldwell University to obtain her Certified School Nurse/Health Teacher Certificate. Her Master’s in Health Education was obtained from New Jersey City University to support her role as both nurse and health teacher in her current role.

Cristina Lu

Nursing and Public Health
Clinical Adjunct Faculty

Email: clu@caldwell.edu

M.S.N., Caldwell University
B.S.N., New York University
B.A. in Biological Science, State University of New York at Buffalo

Timothy Lui

Business and Computer Science
Adjunct Instructor

Email: tlui@caldwell.edu
Office Location: Werner Hall, 219

B.S. Rutgers University College of Engineering

M.S. John’s Hopkins

Kimberly Lynch

Library
Reference Services & Archives Librarian

Email: kreamer@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3564
FAX: 973-618-3360
Office Location: Jennings Library

Education:
BA in History & Visual Arts with a minor in Medieval & Early Modern Studies, SUNY New Paltz (2010)
MLIS from Rutgers University (2013)

Lynne M. Machtemes

Athletics
Athletic Compliance and Student Welfare Officer

Email: lmachtemes@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3591
FAX: 973-618-3370
Office Location: Newman Center

Office:
Mon: 8:30am-4:30pm
Tues: 8:30am-4:30pm
Wed: 8:30am-4:30pm
Thurs: 8:30am-4:30pm
Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm

Lynne graduated from Caldwell University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. In 2001, she graduated from New York Law School. Lynne was a law clerk in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex County-Family Division for one year before entering private practice. Lynne specialized in the area of matrimonial and family Law, representing individuals in matters such as divorce, custody disputes, and domestic violence proceedings. Lynne also served as a mediator, parent coordinator, and law guardian in family matters. Lynne was a partner at the law firm of Iacullo, Martino, Machtemes & Reinitz in Nutley, New Jersey and practiced for nearly 20 years. During her legal career, Lynne was also a volunteer with Volunteer Lawyers for Justice, an organization that provides pro bono legal services to individuals experiencing poverty.

Lynne was a member of the Caldwell softball team from 1994-1998. Lynne remained active with the Caldwell University Athletic Department as a member of the Cougar Pride Hall of Fame Committee and joined the staff as the Athletics Compliance and Student Welfare Officer in March 2022. Lynne is responsible for working with our student-athletes and staff to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of Caldwell University, the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association.

Lynne is a member of the Caldwell University Alumni Association.

Bruce Madariaga

Business and Computer Science
Adjunct Instructor

Email: bmadariaga@caldwell.edu

Bruce Madariaga Adjunct Professor of Business B.S., Economics, University of Delaware M.S., Agricultural & Resource Economics, University of Maryland M.P.A., Harvard University

Donna Madden

Nursing and Public Health
Clinical Adjunct Faculty

Email: dmadden@caldwell.edu
FAX: 973-618-3802

Donna Madden Clinical Adjunct Faculty BSN, Grand Canyon University MSN, ED, Grand Canyon University DNP, C Grand Canyon University

Steven Madix

Communication Sciences Disorders
Adjunct Instructor

PhD Speech and Hearing Science, University of Tennessee, MA Speech Language Pathology, Louisiana Tech University, MA Audiology, Louisiana Tech University

Domenic Maffei

History and Political Science, Modern Languages
Professor and Chair, Political Science, Chair, Modern Languages

Email: dmaffei@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3512
Office Location: Visceglia Hall, 251

• B.A. William Paterson University
• M.A. Rutgers University
• Ph.D. New York University

Dr. Maffei is the Chair of the Department of Modern Languages and History-Political Science.

Dr. Maffei teaches political science. He is also the pre-law adviser as well as the Washington Semester institutional representative. His area of study is international relations theory with a concentration in international organizations. He has presented at numerous conferences both domestically and internationally.

He has worked to develop new programs in Applied Language and American Sign Language. He has attended numerous conferences on language pedagogy and instructional design.

Hazel Magbitang

Nursing and Public Health
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: hmagbitang@caldwell.edu
Office Location: Student Center – 2nd Floor

Bio

BSN, Ramapo College of New Jersey
MSN, Walden University

Michael Mahadeen

Music
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: mmahadeen@caldwell.edu

B.A. Montclair State University

M.A. Montclair State University

MICHAEL MAHADEEN is an orchestrator/arranger, conductor, composer, educator, multiple-woodwind instrumentalist, and music engraver in the NY/NJ metropolitan area.  Select Broadway/NYC credits: On the Twentieth Century (Roundabout); The Christmas Spectacular Starring The Radio City Rockettes (Radio City); Show Boat (NY Philharmonic).  Off-Broadway/Regional: Pamela’s First Musical (Two River Theatre); Hadestown (NYTW); Sweeney Todd (Barrow).  Select orchestrations: Jarrod Spector; Kelli Barrett; Eric Petersen; Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra; Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra; Czech Radio Orchestra.  He is known internationally for his scores to video games in the Wing Commander series.  At its launch in 2022, Michael joined the team at Full Circle Artists as a collaborator, actively orchestrating and arranging shows and concerts for their performing artists.

Michael is a graduate of Montclair State University, recipient of the NJ Distinguished Student Teacher Award, and studied at the New York Conducting Studio under Dr. Gary Fagin.  He serves on the music faculty at Caldwell University, Montclair State University, Mendham Township School District, and is the music director for Pascack Valley High School Theatre.  Affiliations: AFM 802, ASCAP, NAfME, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Eagle Scout.  His music is published by Bandworks Publications.

Neil Malvone

Business and Computer Science
Associate Professor of Sport Management & Esports Business Management

Email: NMalvone@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3453
FAX: 973-618-3453
Office Location: Werner Hall, 226

Office:
Mon: 11:30am-1:00pm, 2:30pm-4:15pm
Wed: 11:30am-1:00pm, 2:30pm-4:30pm
Thurs: 10:00am-12:00pm
Fri: 10am-1:00pm (online by appointment)

Neil Malvone has a varied background in the sports industry and in higher education. Currently, Neil is an associate professor of Sport Management and Esports Business Management at Caldwell University.

Neil has taught across the NY metropolitan area developing major programs in sports management and esports business. In 2019, he was instrumental in developing the first esports business major degree program in New Jersey. He continues to look for ways to enhance learning by adding new courses and socially relevant projects.

In the classroom, Neil’s teaching philosophy involves a blend between experiential learning and dynamic classroom participation. He encourages an interactive and engaged learning environment which allows students to become interested in the subject material; contribute to the lesson; and develop the necessary skills to succeed around his students’ passion for sports.
Professionally, Neil has been a leader in the sports industry for over 15 years. Neil founded and is CEO of Cutting Edge Sports Management (CESM) and the founding partner of Collegiate Sports Management Group (CSMG). At CSMG, Neil was the EVP of Partnerships and Chief Esports Officer from its formation in 2014 and the Chief Esports Officer heading up their collegiate esports division.
Neil was responsible for all esports strategic initiatives and projects including event planning and management, media, marketing, and sponsorship activations and was instrumental in creating and developing the collegiate esports national championship using the bracket-style championship similar to the NCAA Basketball tournament.
Cutting Edge Sports Management is a full-service leader in sports management with areas of expertise in event planning, strategic marketing, business management, player development, and media relations. Founded in 2011, CESM focuses on regional and national sports events including their signature event, the Dream Bowl, a college football all-star showcase event featuring the best FCS players from across the country. Entering its 1t3h season, the Dream Bowl, played in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, is the preeminent Non-FBS all-star game for finding NFL & CFL talent.

Afnan Mangar

Human Resources
Human Resources Assistant

Email: amangar@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3669
FAX: 973-618-3358
Office Location: Rosary Hall

Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Afnan is dedicated to helping students, staff, and faculty with their HR needs.

Robert Mann

Communication and Media Studies
Department Chair and Professor of Communication and Media Studies

Email: rmann@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3396
Office Location: Visceglia Hall, Room 231

Professor Bob Mann is the founder and Chair of the Communication and Media Studies Department at Caldwell University. He is also the host of the monthly podcast “Hot Media with Bob Mann.” The podcast series, about journalism and entertainment, can be heard on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and most major platforms. Throughout most of his career as an educator, Mann has also been a professional broadcaster. At Caldwell. Mann served six consecutive terms as President of the Faculty Council. He has been honored with the Caldwell Cup (2014) and the Excellence in Teaching Award (2023). The courses he teaches include Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting and Podcasting, Media & Society and Sports Media. His wife, Cathy, teaches in Caldwell’s Education Department. His son Chris hosts the online game show “The Movie Quiz.” Bob’s interests include travel, movies, boogie boarding, Yankee baseball and spending time with his grandchildren Desmond and Clara. He also plays golf, but he isn’t that good. Bob was born and raised in Brooklyn and currently lives in Bergen County NJ.

Blase Mantineo

Athletics
Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach

Email: bmantineo@caldwell.edu
Office Location: Newman Center

Blase Mantineo, who served as assistant coach at Caldwell University last year, was named Caldwell’s third head men’s lacrosse coach and athletics administrator on August 10, 2023.

In addition to his work on the sidelines for the Cougars in 2022-23, Mantineo coached at Division I NJIT from 2017-2022, starting as a volunteer assistant and ascending to the lead assistant spot in the fall of 2021.

Mantineo, a 2017 graduate of Montclair State University, enjoyed a record-setting four-year career as faceoff specialist for the Red Hawks. He earned numerous honors, including being named to the USILA Division III All-America Team (Honorable Mention) twice, First-Team Skyline Conference twice, and the USILA North/South Game. As a senior, Mantineo ranked fourth in the country in faceoff percentage (.723), setting the school’s single-season mark, as well as graduating as the school’s all-time leader in ground balls, faceoff wins and percentage.

Mantineo also spent a brief time in the training camp of Major League League Lacrosse’s Charlotte Hounds after his time at MSU.

In addition to his head coaching responsibilities, Mantineo will have duties as an athletics administrator in various areas of the department.

Denise Marques

Psychology and Counseling
Adjunct Lecturer

Email: dmarques@caldwell.edu

Bio

B.A., Rutgers University
M.A., Boston College
Ph.D., University of Miami

Ana Marti

Education
Director of Field-Based Education

Email: amarti@caldwell.edu
Phone: 973-618-3629
Office Location: Visceglia Hall, 208

Bio

B.S., The City College of New York
M.A., St. Peter’s College

Education Certifications – New Jersey City University, NJ Excel

Olga Mastov

Communication Sciences Disorders
Adjunct Instructor

Email: omastov@caldwell.edu

MA: NYU; BA: Rutgers University

Olga Mastov began her career in New York City as an agency provider; currently, she is servicing the high school population at Wayne Township Public Schools.

Louie Matsakis

Athletics
Head Sprint Football Coach

Email: lmatsakis@caldwell.edu
Phone: 8594570724
Office Location: Newman Center

Louie Matsakis, who served as assistant coach at the University of Kentucky for seven years, was head coach of Caldwell University Sprint Football on February 14, 2024. Matsakis becomes the program’s third head coach as it enters its eighth year competing in the Collegiate Sprint Football League (CSFL) in 2024. He also serves as an athletics administrator for the department.

Matsakis served as special teams analyst for Kentucky from 2016-2022. There he coordinated all aspects of the program’s outstanding special teams unit, which in 2019 led the NCAA in net punting yards and featured Ray Guy Award winner Max Duffy. During Matsakis’s tenure, the Wildcats advanced to seven consecutive bowl games, winning four straight. His special teams were a big part of that run, including two punt returns for TD in 2018, 11 blocked kicks and six special teams touchdowns.

“We are fortunate to have someone with the background and connections within college football of Louie Matsakis to take our sprint football program to the top of the CSFL,” said Caldwell University Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Mark A. Corino. “He has coached at the highest levels of the collegiate game, and we were even more impressed with him as a person, his passion for the game, and his commitment to the success of our student-athletes. We welcome Coach Louie and Cori and their three children to the Caldwell University family.”

“This is an exciting time for me and my family, and I’m looking forward to getting to work right away in building on the success that the Caldwell University Sprint Football program has experienced,” said Matsakis. “I have spent a lot of time recruiting the New Jersey prep scene, and I’m confident that we can attract many of the best student-athletes in the region and bring the program to even further heights on and off the field.”

Prior to his time at Kentucky, the Shadyside, Ohio, native performed various roles at three stints totaling seven years at the University of Kansas, the final of which was as chief of staff and director of player personnel for the Jayhawks. He also worked in several capacities at Youngstown State University, Capital (Ohio) University, Texas State University and Texas Tech University, where he began his coaching career under Mike Leach after graduating from Emporia State (Kan.) University with a B.S. in Finance in 2000. He also earned an MA in Christian Ministry from Liberty University.

“Louie will be a great head coach,” said Mark Stoops, University of Kentucky Head Coach. “He was instrumental in the development of our players during his time on my staff at Kentucky, specifically with special teams. The players loved him and with his knowledge of the game, Caldwell will be in good hands.”

Matsakis takes over Caldwell University Sprint Football following the retirement of Jim Kelly, who led the Cougars for the past six years.