Dr. Pat Gentile’s Farewell

Dr. Patricia A. Gentile’s FAREWELL

Thomas M. McGee

MAYOR, CITY OF LYNN

President Gentile has given strength to the connection between the college and city of Lynn for all ages from early education opportunities, to the MALES Stratton LloydProgram, to opening a MASSHire Career VP, ESSEX COUNTY COMMUNITY Center on campus and countless other FOUNDATION initiatives that have made higher education more accessible and affordable to North Shore residents, particularly in “ Pat, you will be greatly missed. I’ve been inspired by your intelligence, your the City of Lynn. One of her most lasting ability to tackle really, really difficult accomplishments, and something I challenges, your passion for education worked very closely with her on, was and community partnerships, and your the creation of the CommUniverCity. It ability to calmly, coolly, and compassionbrought many entities in Lynn together ately persevere through all the different to address the needs of the community.” leadership initiatives you took on.”

PAT’S FAREWELL

It has been my honor and privilege to serve as the fourth president of North Shore Community College for seven years. It has truly been the highlight of my career. I’m thankful to all the wonderful people who made my tenure as President so meaningful . . . most especially the students that come through our doors, study and learn and go on to contribute so much to our communities. The grit and determination of our students, the passion and dedication of our faculty and staff, and the success of the alumni of this college are unparalleled. From the college community to our committed partners, donors and supporters across the North Shore region, it has been an honor to join with you in advancing this incredible College and inspiring residents of the North Shore region to dream, learn and achieve at NSCC. I am humbled that the NSCC Foundation created a scholarship endowment in my honor, and of which I am proud to support. As a mother of a first responder, I know personally what it is like for all our alumni who serve on the front lines as essential workers. I am proud that NSCC educates and trains the people on whom we all depend, especially in this unprecedented time. North Shore Community College is strong, vibrant, and the heart of this community. Though I have retired, I am certainly not leaving, as I look forward to continuing my support and advocacy for the College and its students. Join me in uniting in the years to come for this college, for our students, and for higher education access for all who seek it.

Ciao, Pat

Nathaniel Montero

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, NSCC CLASS OF 2016 NSCC would not be where it is today without your leadership and commitment to its students. You accomplished so much in such a short time. You personally impacted “ me, and I will never forget all the support, mentorship and encouragement you gave me at NSCC and when I applied to four-year universities. You were the perfect fit for the presidency of NSCC, and am truly sad to see you go.”

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Dr. Patricia A. Gentile’s Legacy as President of North Shore Community College, 2013-2020 ADVANCEMENT: EXPANSION: PARTNERSHIPS: • National ranking of 13th in 2019 and • McGee Building Extension – • CommUniverCity at Lynn 16th in 2018 out of 1,000 community Lynn Campus • Salem State University – shared colleges for effectively serving adult • Greenhouse – Lynn Campus facility positions, residential housing learners – Washington Monthly • Bertolon Center – Danvers Campus options for NSCC students • National Ranking as a Top 25 college • Community Bookstore – Lynn Campus • North East Regional Prior Learning by the Dept. of Higher Education - 2016 • Veterans Center – Lynn Campus Assessment Consortium (NERPLAC) – • 10-year accreditation from NECHE • MASSHire One Stop Career Center – Essex County Community Foundation • Designated a federal Hispanic Lynn Campus • The Support for Single Mothers Fund

Serving Institution • Funeral Services Program – Danvers – The Women’s Fund of Essex County • Two-Year Academic Schedule • Culinary and Cosmetology Programs • Uber Ride • Early College Designation – Middleton satellite location • MBTA Youth Pass • Here to Help program • Mobile Food Market • MALES program