2003 Image-Ouverte Photography School, Clarensac, France

200l MFA, English & Writing, Long Island University, Southampton College, summa cum laude

1978 BA, Journalism, Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Communications, summa cum laude

TEACHING

2003-08 Professor: Dowling College & Suffolk County Community College

Writing Through The Lens: Designed this Honors workshop to teach advanced essay writing through the medium of photography. Bystudying a selection of master photographers, students learn to interpret images on a range of levels from the conscious to the subconscious. Critical thinking and writing skills are enhanced by focusing on the power of observation.

JOURNALISM

1995-98 Regular Contributor to THE NEW YORK TIMES

Wrote features for the Long Island Section focusing on issues on the East End. Some cover stories include: Russian Immigrants at Home on East End, Hispanic Population Making Inroads on the South Fork, Wanted: A Roommate and Support System, Riverhead Battling Decline.