Berkeley College Receives Companies That Care Award from Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
BERKELEY COLLEGE RECEIVES COMPANIES THAT CARE AWARD FROM COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY
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Berkeley College received a “Companies That Care” award presented by the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) at a reception held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic on September 30, 2020. The award recognized a program sponsored by the Berkeley College Alumni Leadership Council and the Office of Alumni Relations and Career Services in the category of “Helping Children.” The program collected toys for Our Way to H.O.P.E. (Helping People Out Everywhere), a nonprofit started by alumna Karen Pena. The CIANJ “Companies That Care” awards celebrate those who have made a difference in the lives of others.
“CIANJ’s tradition of recognizing companies that care inspires us to want to give even more during these challenging times,” said Angela Harrington, Vice President, Communications and External Relations, in accepting the award on behalf of Berkeley College. “The event is a great platform to recognize the important work of nonprofits and value of partnering with nonprofits in our communities.”
A highlight of the virtual reception was the inspirational keynote address given by the Hon. Helen LeFrois, Vice President, Development for Jersey Battered Women’s Service, Inc. and Councilwoman, Town of Newton, NJ. Forty-six companies, including leading manufacturers, retailers, hospitals, banks and colleges and universities, were honored as Champions of Good Works at the virtual reception, attended by more than 200 business executives. This year’s categories for submissions included Advocates for the Homeless, Caring for Veterans, Combating Hunger, Emergency Support, Environmental Conservation, Global Outreach, Helping Children, Advocates, Supporting New Jersey Charities and Volunteerism.
Photo Caption: Top: Berkeley College received the “Companies That Care” award from the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) for a program sponsored by the Berkeley College Alumni Leadership Council and the Office of Alumni Relations and Career Services. They collect toys each year for Our Way to H.O.P.E. (Helping People Out Everywhere), a nonprofit started by alumna Karen Pena. Below: Angela Harrington, Vice President, Communications and External Relations (center), accepts a Companies That Care award on behalf of Berkeley College from Anthony Russo, President, CIANJ (left) and Richard W. Abramson, Chairman, Board of Directors, CIANJ and Partner, Cole Schotz P.C.
About Berkeley College
Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers continuing education programs to enhance career credentials.
Berkeley College has campuses in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, NY, as well as in Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, NJ, with more than 4,900 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans, for seven consecutive years. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu
The mission of Berkeley College is to empower students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.
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