Cecelia Izzo
About Cecelia Izzo
Cecelia Izzo serves as the Assistant Director of the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in higher education, having held various roles at institutions such as Suffolk County Community College, SUNY New Paltz, and Five Towns College.
Current Role at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
Cecelia Izzo serves as the Assistant Director of the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development and implementation of programs aimed at supporting students in science and technology fields. In addition to her role as Assistant Director, she also works as a Career Development Instructor, where she focuses on enhancing students' career readiness and professional skills.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Cecelia Izzo has a diverse background in higher education, having worked in various roles at multiple institutions. She was a Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) Associate Director at Five Towns College for six months and served as a HEOP Counselor for eleven months prior to that. Her experience also includes a two-year tenure as a Graduate Assistant at Stony Brook University, where she gained valuable insights into higher education administration.
Educational Background
Cecelia Izzo earned her Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from SUNY New Paltz, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from Stony Brook University, completing her studies from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she achieved an Advanced Regents Diploma from Sacred Heart Academy between 2009 and 2013.
Skills and Expertise
Cecelia Izzo possesses expertise in several key areas relevant to higher education. She has experience in coordinating online education student support services, institutional compliance, and conflict resolution. Her background includes program assessment and evaluation, as well as training development and facilitation. She also has public speaking experience, which enhances her ability to engage with students and stakeholders effectively.
Early Career Roles
Cecelia Izzo began her career in higher education with various roles at SUNY New Paltz, including positions as a Resident Assistant, Cultural Advocate, Office Assistant, and Peer Mentor. These roles provided her with foundational experience in student support and engagement. She also worked at Suffolk County Community College as a Practicum Intern and Job Search Success Advisor, further expanding her skill set in career services.