Chi Epsilon

Congratulations to the following XE members who were recognized at the 2023 TCNJ Engineering Scholarships and Awards Ceremony held on 9/29/2023:

John Lombardelli ’24: Paul A. Canton & Ruth D. Canton Scholarship

Matthew Palermo ’24: Armstrong Scholar Award (highest academic achievement)

David Cardenas ’25: Armstrong Scholar Award (highest academic achievement)

Zachary Pacenza ’26 (associate member): Armstrong Scholar Award (highest academic achievement)

From left: David Cardenas, John Lombardelli, Zachary Pacenza, and Matt Palermo

We had a great turnout today at the career fair, with many of our XE alumni coming to represent their companies. It was wonderful to see everyone!

From left: Lee Collins ’17 (McCormick Taylor), Kim Dana ’17 (Suburban Consulting Engineers), Sofia Zapata ’21 (Stonefield Engineering), Ashley Hyde ’19 (Stonefield Engineering), Olivia Cleale (Colliers Engineering & Design), Charlotte Roarty ’23 (Dynamic Engineering Consultants), Paige Rocco ’23 (POWER Engineers)

On September 6th, TCNJ XE members and candidates came together to kick off the fall semester with our invitation social. This event provided us with the opportunity to familiarize ourselves with some of Chi Epsilon’s history and planned events, compete in a Kahoot game focused on Civil Engineering and TCNJ trivia (congratulations Julie for an impressive win!), and enjoy some local pizza. It marked an excellent beginning to the semester!

TCNJ XE participated in Dean Welker’s Ice Cream Social on 8/29 which marked a start of a new academic year. TCNJ XE plans to hold multiple exciting events this year. Stay tuned!

TCNJ XE president Dora Krstic (left) and vice president Jill Stanton (right)

On June 6th, TCNJ XE Vice President Jill Stanton won the Future Engineer of the Year award given by the New Jersey Society of Professional Engineers. The award is based on her current academic achievements and aspirations to contribute to the field of engineering in her future. Our alumni member Jeff Laux (’11) is the current president of the NJSPE. Jill was also awarded the 1st place student scholarship. After receiving the award Jill commented “I can’t wait to become more involved and be mentored by the accomplished engineers in the Society.” Congratulations Jill!

From left: NJSPE President Elect Carolyn Feigin, P.E., P.P, Jill Stanton, NJSPE President Jeffrey Laux, P.E., C.M.E.

Back row (from left): Rachel Hannah, Sean Healy, Connor Connyngham, Anthony Cooper, Zach Hauptman, Nick Scalafani Front row (from left): Hayley Conway, Paige Rocco, Charlotte Roarty, Owen Soller, Jack Lacina

Hayley M. Conway, Summa Cum Laude

Connor G. Conyngham, Magna Cum Laude

• Conrad Johnson Award (outstanding overall craftsmanship in a design project – Civil Engineering)

Anthony L. Cooper, Magna Cum Laude

Zachary James Hauptman, Magna Cum Laude

Sean M. Healy, Summa Cum Laude

• Commencement Ceremony Gonfalon Carrier (highest academic achievement – School of Engineering)
• Fred O. Armstrong Scholar Award (highest academic achievement – Civil Engineering)
• Conrad Johnson Award (outstanding overall craftsmanship in a design project – Civil Engineering)

Rachel T. Hannah, Summa Cum Laude

Jack A. Lacina, Summa Cum Laude

• Best Overall Senior Project Award (Route 440 Connector Road Transformation – Civil Engineering)

Charlotte M. Roarty, Cum Laude

• Fred O. Armstrong Leadership Award – Civil Engineering
• Conrad Johnson Award (outstanding overall craftsmanship in a design project)

Paige Brianna Rocco, Cum Laude

• Conrad Johnson Award (outstanding overall craftsmanship in a design project – Civil Engineering)

Nicholas Scalafani, Cum Laude

• Best Overall Senior Project Award (Route 440 Connector Road Transformation – Civil Engineering)

Owen Stanford Soler, Magna Cum Laude

• Conrad Johnson Award (outstanding overall craftsmanship in a design project – Civil Engineering)

TCNJ XE chapter held its Spring Induction Ceremony followed by an annual award ceremony on May 7, 2023.

Congratulations goes to the following newly inducted TCNJ XE undergraduate members:

David Cardenas (’25)

Ethan Moyer (’25)

Congratulations goes to the following newly inducted TCNJ XE alumni members:

Nhi Lam (’16)

Jessica (Ansley) Press (’16)

Noel (Gorab) Trelles (’14)

Sall Trelles (’14)

Spring 2023 Inductees (from left): David Cardenas, Ethan Moyer, Sal Trelles, Nhi Lam, Jessica Press, Noel Trelles

Download induction ceremony Program here.

The following XE members were recognized for their outstanding achievements in the 2022-23 academic year:

Outstanding Academic Achievement Award: Dora Krstic and Matt Palermo (’24)

Outstanding Initiate Award: Jill Stanton (’24)

Service Award: Charlotte Roarty (’23)

Best Educator Award: Dr. Tom Brennan

TCNJ XE Annual Award Recipients (from left): Jill Stanton, Dora Krstic, Matt Palermo, Charlotte Roarty

Congratulations to all award recipients!

On April 27, XE members helped guest construct the bridge fabricated for the Steel Bridge competition. We thank all senior and junior members of the Steel Bridge team for volunteering their time and expertise for this event.

Members of the Steel Bridge team help guests build the bridge.

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