Brittany Aydelotte, Director, CEL Institute
The Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 324 – aydelot2@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2481
Brittany Aydelotte (she/her: hear how to pronounce my name) currently serves as the Director of the CEL Institute at the Center for Community Engagement. Brittany’s primary role in the Center is to oversee the First-Year CEL Program, the CEL and Advanced CEL Programs, and the Community Engagement Initiatives. In addition, she has the opportunity to support the incredible CEL Institute and CCE Teams. Brittany received her Master’s Degree in Counseling and her Bachelor’s Degree in English and Secondary Education, both from TCNJ.
You should reach out to me if…
– You would like to learn more about the Center for Community Engagement
– You would like to collaborate on projects related to Community Engaged Learning, Community Engagement, or TCNJ Votes
– You would like to discuss opportunities to support work of the Center for Community Engagement
Brittany is passionate about collaborating with the TCNJ community and local community to develop lifelong learners who are prepared to lead lives that are critically informed through community and civic engagement.
Currently, Brittany is a Co-Chair of the TCNJ Votes initiative and the Capital City Youth Violence Coalition. She is a member of the TCNJ CEL Council, TCNJ Staff Senate, TCNJ Women’s Professional Network, TCNJ Pride, Capital City Community Coalition, and the NJ Campus Compact Leadership Team.
Brittany started her journey at TCNJ as a Bonner Community Scholar in the second class of Bonners at TCNJ and has worked in the Center since she graduated in 2009. She first served as a full-time AmeriCorps member, then as a Bonner/CEL Coordinator and, immediately prior to her current role, she served as the Research and Initiatives Program Manager.
Outside of her work at TCNJ, Brittany is an active member of the New Leaders Council and she is a Youth Mental Health First Aid trainer. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her partner, playing yard and board games, and finding new restaurants, farmers markets, or small business to explore.
Althia Muse, Director, Bonner Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 333 – musea@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2217
Althia Muse (she/her) currently serves as the Director of the Bonner Institute at the Center for Community Engagement (CCE). Althia’s primary role in the Center is to oversee and provide direction for all aspects of the TCNJ Bonner Institute, including TCNJ Bonner Volunteers and TCNJ Bonner AmeriCorps Program. In addition, she has the opportunity to support the dynamic work of the CCE through the engagement with the local community. Althia earned Master of Arts and Master of Education in Psychological Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Services at Northwestern University.
You should reach out to Althia if…
– You would like to learn more about the TCNJ Bonner Institute
– You would like learn how to partner with Bonner Scholars for volunteer opportunities
– You would like to discuss opportunities to become a community partner or facilitate workshops for students
– You would like to discuss ways to support work of the Center for Community Engagement
Althia has spent over 20 years working in the Trenton community, as an educator, counselor, and administrator in schools and social service agencies. She mentored several graduates of the TCNJ Counseling Program and served as a Bonner Community Partner prior to accepting a leadership role at the center. Althia is passionate about serving marginalized communities and is committed to the holistic development of the diverse populations she serves. In this position she aims to further the meaningful and substantive relationship that both Bonner Institute and TCNJ hold with surrounding community members and organizations.
Althia remains active on campus and is a member of the TCNJ CEL Council, an Associate Member of the TCNJ Staff Senate, TCNJ Women’s Professional Network, TCNJ Middle School Advisory Committee, Dual Enrollment Program and the Minority Executive Council.
Outside of her work at TCNJ, Althia enjoys residing in the capital city of Trenton. She dedicates most of her free time to spending time with family and friends and supporting her local church.
Amy LoPrinzi, Coordinator for Finance and Administrative Services
The Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 325 – loprinzi@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2249
Amy LoPrinzi joined the Bonner Institute after more than 15 accomplished years in the Grants office at TCNJ.
Victor Deihl, Professional Services Specialist
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 337 – deihlv@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2548
Victor Deihl (he/him: hear how to pronounce my name) currently serves as the Professional Services Specialist at the Center for Community Engagement. Victor supports the Center in a multi-faceted role, through office organization, scheduling, transportation logistics, as well as many other duties. Currently, Victor also serves on the TCNJ Campus Property Use Committee (CPUC). Victor graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History degree from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania in 1998 and a Masters of Library Science degree from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in 2013.
You should reach out to him if…
– You would like assistance to support your organization’s project, i.e. volunteers or transportation
– You need assistance with general campus space requests
Katie Kahn, Program Manager
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 335 – kahnk1@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2684
Katie (she/her) currently serves as the Program Manager for the Center for Community Engagement. Katie’s primary role in the Center is supporting the enhancement and expansion of community engagement activities through campus-wide collaboration, hosting TCNJ Days of Service, and securing grant funding for CCE. Katie also supports faculty members in Humanities and Social Sciences, Arts and Communications, Business, and Graduate and Continuing Education to design and implement Introductory and Advanced Community Engaged Learning into their courses. Katie received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from The College of New Jersey in 2015, and completed her Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at TCNJ in 2023. Katie is also a proud graduate of the TCNJ Bonner Program.
Katie is passionate about environmental sustainability, the transformative power of community-based arts, and holistic wellness. Currently, Katie serves on the TCNJ Hunger Task Force, the TCNJFT Communications Committee, and the TCNJ Staff Senate.
Destiny De La Rosa, Coordinator, Bonner Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 334 – delarod1@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2362
Destiny De La Rosa (she/her) currently serves as the Coordinator of the Youth Education Division in the TCNJ Bonner Institute. Her primary role is to support TCNJ Bonner Scholars with developmental training and enrichment opportunities, and mentor the students through their college careers. She also coordinates the Bonner Legacy Projects and supports upper class Bonner Scholars in completing a multi-year capacity building project that is shared with the TCNJ community at the annual Celebration of Student Achievement. Destiny received her Masters of Arts in Counseling from TCNJ and is a certified NJ School Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor. She also completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at TCNJ.
You should reach out to Destiny…
-If you would like to learn more about Bonner Institute Youth Education initiatives
-If you would like to volunteer or support with k-12 initiatives
-If you would like to learn more about student transitions into higher education
Destiny is passionate about educational equality and ensuring student success inside and outside of the classroom. As a first generation college student, she is passionate about helping ESL and undocumented students transition to a new culture. Destiny believes in representation, and feels it is crucial that students see and are aware that their individual identities are represented.
Currently, Destiny is a member of the TCNJ Middle School Advisory Board, The Greater College Access Network (TCAN),TCNJ Women’s Professional Network, TCNJ Minority Executive Council and also is a member of the Staff Mental Health Council.
Destiny’s work with youth started at TCNJ during her graduate studies in counseling psychology when she began to work with the Trenton Public Schools. After graduation she briefly provided substance abuse counseling at a methadone clinic, and currently provides therapeutic services to individuals through her work with a Philadelphia based organization.
In her spare time Destiny enjoys watching and playing rugby, reading, cooking and finding new recipes, as well as spending time with family, and traveling the world.
Samuel Kanig, Coordinator, Bonner Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 328 – kanigs@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2108
Samuel J. Kanig (he/his: hear how to pronounce my name) currently serves as Bonner Community Scholars Coordinator of the Adult Education and Self Sufficiency Division at TCNJ’s Center for Community Engagement. In his role as coordinator, Sam works directly with students and community partners to address and respond to the needs of the adult population in the local community. In addition, Sam is a facilitator for the First-Year CEL Program. Sam received a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies from Thomas Edison State University.
You should reach out to Sam if…
– You would like to learn more about the Bonner Institute and the Center for Community Engagement.
– You would like to learn more about opportunities to partner with the Bonner Institute.
– You would like to become a volunteer in the Adult Education and Self-Sufficiency Division of the Bonner Institute.
Sam remains passionate about the collaboration between the TCNJ community and the local community. He believes in sharing knowledge and resources to empower individuals and communities to address social and racial inequalities.
In 2018, Sam came to TCNJ as the first Community Fellow In-Residence where he was able to connect and build relationships between TCNJ’s faculty, staff and students, and the local Trenton community. Outside of TCNJ, Sam is a filmmaker/photographer and is involved in the arts and culture community of Trenton, NJ. He also was appointed by Governor Murphy to the New Jersey Puerto Rico Commision where he has an opportunity to continue working for his native home, Puerto Rico.
Megan Teitelbaum, CEL Manager, CEL Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 329 – nicholsm@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2421
Megan Teitelbaum (she/her: hear how to pronounce my name) currently serves as the CEL Manager in the CEL Institute at the Center for Community Engagement. Megan’s primary role is to oversee the first-year community engaged learning (FYCEL) program. Megan received her Master’s of Arts in International Education from SIT Graduate Institute and her Bachelor’s of Arts in Animal Behavior from Franklin and Marshall College.
You should reach out to me if…
– You are a student or advise a student who needs to fulfill their FYCEL requirement or have any questions throughout the process.
– You are a TCNJ staff or faculty member interested in facilitating FYCEL courses.
– Your community organization could benefit from having groups of student volunteers and you would like to discuss potential collaborations.
Megan is passionate about connecting with local community partners to find opportunities where first-year students can both serve the community and learn from their experience. Megan enjoys collaborating with a variety of stakeholders on campus and community projects. Megan is a member of the TCNJ FYS committee, TCNJ Staff Senate, TCNJ Women’s Professional Network and Trenton Area Stakeholders.
Before coming to TCNJ in 2015, Megan worked for a study abroad company in Australia and as a zookeeper. In her spare time, Megan has been renovating an old home in Hopewell with her husband and toddler. Megan enjoys traveling, cooking, camping, hiking and spending time with friends and family.
Lori Johansson, CEL Coordinator, CEL Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 322 – johanssl@tcnj.edu (609) 771-2449
Lori Johansson (she/they: hear how to pronounce my name) currently serves as a Coordinator at the CEL Institute.
You should reach out to me if…
– You are a student interested in CEL classes.
– You are a faculty interested in incorporating CEL into your classes.
– You are a community member or organization that is interested in partnering with TCNJ classes to engage with students at the college.
Lori is passionate about accessible education and social justice. As a Trenton resident, they care about the experiences of both TCNJ students and community partners by providing a robust education while being reciprocal to the community through civic engagement. They are involved in the TCNJ Votes initiative, CEL Council, the Women’s Professional Network, TCNJ Pride, Capital City Youth Violence Coalition, and Capital City Community Coalition.
Lori has a background in art education, teaching workshops and camps through Artworks Trenton, the Boys & Girls Club, and the Arts Council of Princeton, as well as participating in public beautification projects and art events. Working as a consultant for I Am Trenton Community Foundation and founding the Greenwood Ave. Farmers Market has provided them the opportunity to civically participate directly with their neighbors in the Trenton community and create long lasting relationships with community partners. Lori enjoys being involved in the cycling community through the Trenton Cycling Revolution, gardening, and playing music in their free time.
Rayjohn Felicia, CEL Coordinator, CEL Institute
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 326 – feliciar@tcnj.edu (609)771-2754
Rayjohn Felicia (he/him) currently serves as the Community Engaged Learning Coordinator in the CEL Institute at the Center for Community Engagement. Rayjohn’s primary role in the Center is to support Community Engaged Learning initiatives across campus. Rayjohn supports the FYCEL program and oversees the Summer Community Leaders program. Rayjohn received both his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a major in Accounting in 2018 and his Master of Business Administration degree at Rider University in 2021.
You should reach out to me if…
– You have questions regarding the First-Year CEL Program
– You are a student interested in the Summer Community Leaders program or an internship
with a local nonprofit.
– You are a community organization with an idea for a community-based project.
Rayjohn is passionate about educating others on the importance of community engagement and hopes to inspire students to incorporate service beyond the classroom and foster life-long relationships with their community. Previously, Rayjohn worked as the Graduate Assistant for the Office of Service & Civic Engagement at Rider. In this role, he primarily oversaw the day-to-day operations and volunteer program of the Rider Resource Pantry. He also supported various service-learning programs and initiatives, including the Bonner Community Scholars Program, and facilitated engaged learning programs centered on addressing food insecurity. In his spare time, Rayjohn enjoys spending time with friends and family and discovering new music and movies.
Sophia Zengierski, Communications Support Specialist
Center for Community Engagement
Forcina 328 – zengiers@tcnj.edu (609)771-2527
Sophia is a writer and editor based in Princeton, NJ. Her career has included sales, marketing and editorial in academic (specifically college and graduate-level textbook) publishing and environmental nonprofits. She holds an MA (hons) in English Literature from the University of St Andrews in Scotland, and an MS in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania. As a passionate environmentalist, Sophia led the very first March for the Ocean in London in June 2018 and has consulted with various organizations including I Heart Clean Water, the Inland Ocean Coalition, and the Sustainable Ocean Alliance. In addition, she is a poet and photographer and strives to use the arts to connect communities. In her spare time, Sophia enjoys traveling, writing, and knitting.