Board of Trustees

Cassandra Bosquet, B.A.

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, I have called South Orange, NJ, home since 1993. My faith and education, nurtured through Catholic schools and my family, have shaped both my personal journey and professional vocation. I hold dual degrees in Elementary Education and Psychology from the College of Saint Elizabeth (2006), a Master’s in Educational Leadership with a Catholic Focus from Seton Hall University (2012), and a Master’s in Child Advocacy and Policy from Montclair State University (2020).

With over a decade of experience in Catholic education and youth ministry, I currently serve as the Director of Faith Formation at St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Summit, NJ, where I develop and lead programs that nurture the faith and leadership of children and teens from kindergarten through high school. I have served as an elementary school teacher, middle and high school English and Religion teacher, and Director of Campus Ministry. I consider this work a meaningful way to live out the vocation God has called me to.

Outside of ministry, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, exploring NYC, learning languages, attending Broadway shows, and taking Zumba classes.

Reverend A. Craig Dunn, B.A., M.Div., S.T.M., D.Min.

The Rev. A Craig Dunn was born and raised in Montclair, N. J. Upon graduating from Montclair High School and the receipt of a football scholarship, he attended Villanova University in Villanova, Pa. When Villanova disbanded their program, Rev. Dunn transferred to The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication. Reverend Dunn is a two-time graduate of Drew Theology Seminary with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and a Master of Sacred Theology (STM).

Reverend Dunn was licensed to the Gospel Ministry in 1991 at the St. Paul Baptist Church, Montclair, NJ.

Along with ministry, for more than 30 years, Rev. Dunn worked in senior management at USA Today, City and Suburban Delivery Inc., The New York Times, and Marshall Cavendish Corporation. Rev Dunn led sales teams, business development, and education sales nationally.

Rev. Dunn serves as the Senior Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Madison. As pastor of First Baptist, Rev. Dunn has coordinated the "Beloved Community Conversations," an effort to unite the people of Madison and surrounding towns through discussions and activities. He is also a chaplain to the Madison and Montclair Police Departments.

Rev Dunn is the past chair of the Board of Directors of the Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation. He is also a Life Member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

In 28 years of ministry, he has served as an Associate Minister, Assistant Pastor and Director of Christian Education, all of which have given him a unique understanding of churches and people.

Fr. Linh N. Hoang, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.

Rev. Dr. Linh Hoang OFM is a Professor of Religious Studies at Siena University and a Franciscan friar of The Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He has published articles in the areas of Asian American Catholics, Historical Theology, and Religious Studies as well as a religion textbook published in 2020. He has served on private and public boards. Currently, he is the president of the International Network of Societies for Catholic Theology (INSeCT) and serves as commissioner for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education for accreditation.

Scott Leighty, B.S., M.B.A.

Scott Leighty has dedicated his career in health care to orchestrating visionary and transformational change in nationally recognized health systems on behalf of patients and their families. As Executive Vice President, Chief Health System Officer for Atlantic Health System, he is responsible for the operations of the system’s hospitals, service lines, and post-acute operations.

Mr. Leighty has extensive experience in health system standardization and integration; market repositioning strategies; and delivering industry-leading operating performance in safety, quality, patient experience, employee and physician engagement, growth and financial performance. A believer in the power of a well-functioning team, Mr. Leighty has a passion for identifying and developing leadership talent across the care continuum. His organizations have consistently been recognized as top performers in the health care industry.

Prior to joining Atlantic Health, Mr. Leighty served as SVP, Regional Hospitals and Clinical Services for Allina Health in Minneapolis, MN and SVP, Corporate Operations for Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC. He also previously served in executive roles for Trinity Health in Iowa and OhioHealth in Columbus, OH.

Mr. Leighty has served as a local board member for American Red Cross Blood Services, Habitat for Humanity, and Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. He has also been a volunteer with Special Olympics for many years.

Mr. Leighty has a bachelor’s degree in molecular biophysics and biochemistry from Yale University and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. He is a fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Donna B. McNamara, B.A., Ph.D.

Donna McNamara helps executives and organizations improve business results through learning, leadership and organization development. Formerly the vice president of global education and training for Colgate-Palmolive Company, she developed and implemented Colgate’s world-wide learning strategy, designed the company’s business goal alignment process and built leadership capability in accelerating effective change. Prior to Colgate, she was an executive with AT&T in human resources, education, and strategic planning. She is a past president of the Association for Talent Development, a recipient of their Gordon M. Bliss Award for distinguished contribution, and a former member of the Association’s Board of Directors and Board of Governors.

Additionally, she was a Senior Fellow, Human Capital with The Conference Board, served on the National Nuclear Training Accreditation Board for INPO (Institute of Nuclear Power Operations), and is a member of the International Adult and Continuing Education Hall of Fame. In her community, Donna has served as a Board Member of the non-profit and philanthropic organizations Cornerstone Family Programs and Impact 100 Garden State.

Currently, she serves as a Trustee of Macculloch Hall Historical Museum and St. Catherine University as well as St. Elizabeth University. She received her doctorate in education and human resources from Peabody College of Vanderbilt University.

Sister Patricia A. Mennor, SC, A.A., M.S.W., M.S.

Sister Patricia Mennor graduated with an A.A. in Medical Technology from Middlesex County College, a B.S. in Biology from Kean College and a M.S. in Social Work from Rutgers, NJ. She began her career in healthcare first as a medical technician in a small community hospital and then as a medical social worker at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, Paterson.

She has had the experience of serving internally for the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth at Convent Station through her service as a Case Manager in the Office of Lifestyle and Transition and as Assistant Director in the Office of Sponsorship and Mission Services.

Presently, Sr. Patricia serves as the Vice President for Mission at St. Joseph’s Health where she is responsible for educating and promoting the St. Joseph’s Mission, Vision and Values throughout the organization.

Msgr. Robert S. Meyer, JD, STL, JCL, BA, STB

Monsignor Robert S. Meyer, BA, STB, STL, JCL, JD, is the 13th and current Pastor of St. Teresa of Avila in Summit. Previously, he served as Pastor of Ss. Peter & Paul RC Church in Hoboken (2010–2017) and Administrator of St. Lawrence RC Church in Weehawken (2014–2017).

Monsignor Meyer earned his bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Seton Hall University before continuing his studies in Rome, where he received a Bachelor of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University (1987) and a graduate degree in moral theology from the Pontifical Lateran University (1988). He was ordained a priest on December 10, 1988. He later earned a degree in canon law from The Catholic University of America (1992) and a Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law (2000).

His career at Seton Hall University began in 1992 as an adjunct professor, teaching philosophy, law, and ethics across several colleges. He subsequently served as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services for 17 years (1993–2010). He continues to teach at Seton Hall and Stevens Institute of Technology.

His professional and community service includes serving as a marriage tribunal judge for the Archdiocese of Newark, Legal Attaché to the Holy See Mission to the United Nations, and Chief of Staff at St. Vincent Catholic Medical Center. He has also held leadership positions with various educational, legal, and charitable organizations, including the CarePoint Health Foundation and The Waterfront Project.

Known affectionately as "Father Bob," Monsignor Meyer remains active in higher education, legal affairs, and community service. He currently serves as Chaplain to the Summit Fire and Police Departments.

Sook May Ong, B.S., M.S.

Originally from Penang, Malaysia, Sook May Ong (May) came to the United States in 1997 as an international student at the College of Saint Elizabeth, where she earned her degree in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics. Following graduation, May began her career in the College’s Information Systems Department, where she spent 15 years advancing through a variety of roles and ultimately served as Director of Academic Computing.

In 2016, May made the decision to step away from her professional career to focus on raising her two daughters in Morristown. Since then, she has remained actively engaged in her community through volunteer service and leadership at her daughters’ schools. She currently serves as Secretary of the Parents Association at The Peck School, where she has been involved in a wide range of initiatives, committees, and community-building efforts. Through this work, she has developed a particular interest in strengthening parent engagement, supporting students and families, and fostering a strong sense of community.

May and her husband are committed to philanthropy, supporting organizations and initiatives focused on education, healthcare, disaster relief, and poverty alleviation, as well as giving back to their respective alma maters.

As a former international student who built her career in education and technology and now serves her community through volunteer leadership and philanthropy, May brings a perspective shaped by education, service, community engagement, and a strong belief in the importance of giving back.

Carole Garibaldi Rogers, B.A., M.A.

Carole Garibaldi Rogers has been a journalist, oral historian, and poet. Her articles and essays have appeared in national newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times and America. Her eighth book, Habits of Change: An Oral History of American Nuns, was published by Oxford University Press. Her poetry has appeared in a variety of small-press journals and in anthologies.

A longtime resident of Morristown, Carole has been active in many community organizations. She is a founder of Impact 100 Garden State and SparkNJ and she currently serves as member of the Coordinating Team of SparkNJ. She received an MA in Theology from Saint Elizabeth University in 2001.

Nikki Sumpter, B.S., M.S.

Nikki Sumpter is Executive Vice President, Chief People and Administrative Officer at Atlantic Health, where she leads Human Resources, Consumer Experience, Marketing and Communications, Philanthropy, Sustainability, and ESG strategy for one of the nation's leading health systems.

Throughout her career, Ms. Sumpter has focused on connecting mission, people, and community impact. She has led initiatives that strengthened workforce engagement, expanded philanthropic support, enhanced the patient and consumer experience, and advanced programs that improve the health and well-being of the communities Atlantic Health serves.

An active civic leader, Ms. Sumpter serves as Secretary and Governance Chair of the Board of Trustees for Saint Elizabeth University and as Governance Co-Chair of the Mayo Performing Arts Center Board. She also serves on the boards of the Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey and the New Jersey Morris-Sussex-Warren Workforce Development Board.

Ms. Sumpter has been recognized for her leadership through numerous professional and community honors, including ROI Influencers: Women in Business and NJBIZ Best 50 Women in Business.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina - Charlotte and a Master's degree in Human Resources Development from Villanova University.