Dr. Pauline Mosley

Director

Dr. Mosley has received research funding from the National Science Foundation, National Security Association, Thinkfinity and conducted research projects with Morgan State University, Tennessee State University, Juxtopia, and the US Navy in systems engineering, design, virtual and augmented reality, advanced manufacturing, and minority engineering education. She is the Director of the Camp CryptoBot, a summer camp for high school students in cybersecurity at Pace University.

She has received several awards for teaching, research, mentoring and is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) and frequently serves on the program committee of national conferences in Information Technology. Journals in which her research has appeared include The Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, International Journal of Across The Disciplines and The Academic Exchange Quarterly. Recently, she authored a book entitled: Navigating the Academy- A Guide for Women and Minority Faculty.

Dr. Matthew Robert Ganis

Assistant Director of Pedagogy

Dr. Matthew Robert Ganis is a technologist, educator, and longtime astronomy enthusiast whose career spans more than 40 years at IBM, where he served in roles ranging from Chief Architect to Director of Education Development. A seasoned public speaker and teacher, he has taught both undergraduate and graduate courses at Pace University, Penn State and Drexel for over three decades - with topics ranging from Research Astronomy, distributed computing, Python programming, and database technology - always earning consistently strong student feedback. Today he is a full time professor of Computer Science at Pace University in Westchester, NY.

Dr. Ganis holds a Master's degree in Radio Astronomy and has combined his scientific background with deep experience in software development, Agile transformation, data analytics, and large-scale internet systems. At IBM, he led multiple global education initiatives, helped developers embrace new technologies, and delivered mission-critical architectural solutions for major events such as the International Olympic Games.

He is also the co-author of two industry books on Agile Software Development methods as well as Social Media Analytics. Today, Dr. Ganis brings his passion for science, teaching, and clear communication to audiences of all backgrounds, making complex topics—from the cosmos to cutting-edge technology—accessible, engaging, and inspiring.

Lisa

Assistant Director of Critical Thinking

Dr. Li-Chiou Chen

Assistant Director of Camp CryptoBot

Dr. Li-Chiou Chen- Assistant Director of Camp CryptoBot has a Ph.D. in Engineering and Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University and was affiliated with the Center for Computational Analysis of Social and Organizational Systems. Her current research has been focused on the impact of policy and managerial decisions on countering computer attacks on the Internet. Specific topics include web application vulnerability testing, web security usability and security regulatory compliance. She published papers in top academic journals, including Computer & Security, Decision Support Systems and IEEE Transactions.

She taught numerous courses on the theory and practice of information security and developed hands-on information security laboratory modules. Dr. Chen is the principal investigator on two cybersecurity-centered scholarship programs at Pace University, the NSF CyberCorps®: Scholarship for Service Program, and the Department of Defense Information Assurance Scholarship Program.

Julia Eisenberg

Faculty

Dr. Julia Eisenberg is a Professor of Management at the Lubin School of Business, Pace University. Dr. Eisenberg teaches a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses, including Disruptive Technology & Innovation, Human Resources Management, Leadership, and Negotiations, among others. Her research interests include innovation, leadership, teamwork, and studying the effects of technology on collaboration among geographically distributed individuals and teams. She has presented her work at numerous conferences and published articles in journals including the Journal of International Management, Human Resources Management Review Journal, Small Group Research Journal, Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication, and Organizational Management Journal.

Prior to joining academia, Dr. Eisenberg has worked in the financial industry for over 10 years in roles ranging from product development to management.

Kate Fink

Faculty

Mary Tedeschi

Faculty

Mary Tedeschi, DPS, is a Clinical Professor specializing in professional studies with a focus on pedagogy and collaborative practice. With extensive experience in applied education and leadership, her work bridges theory and real-world professional environments.

Her research examines patterns in teaching and learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional engagement to better understand how cooperative frameworks enhance outcomes and innovation.

As an educator, Mary Tedeschi fosters reflective practice, inclusive dialogue, and evidence-based instruction. She is committed to advancing scholarship that strengthens collaborative learning communities and prepares professionals to lead, adapt, and create meaningful impact across diverse organizational settings.

Joe Acampora

Faculty

Joe Acampora is a clinical assistant professor at Pace University's Seidenberg School for Computer Science and Information Systems. He holds an M.S. degree in Information Systems and a B.S. degree in Computer Science and is currently working towards a PhD. in computer science.

He has worked in public sector IT for more than 30 years, having key roles in the creation of system and network infrastructure and the design and implementation of core software systems. At Pace University he teaches cybersecurity courses, is responsible for the university's cybersecurity training range and coaches their cybersecurity club's competition team.

Susan Downey

Budget Director

Mr. John Sarlo

High School Consultant

Mr. John Sarlo holds a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Brooklyn College and a Master's in Education from Mercy College. He has been teaching earth science, forensic science, astronomy and geology at the high school level for the Beacon City School District for the past 14 years. He was responsible for developing curriculum for the geology, astronomy and earth science courses. He collaborates with the physics department during the physics field day on an annual basis. This past summer he assisted Dr. Pauline Mosley, who built the "Sea Perch" underwater robot that was showcased at the SWAG conference. As an avid environmentalist and conservationist he is deeply committed to the benefits achieved through partnering nature, science and technology.

Ms. Dawn Tucker

SeaPerch and Robotics Consultant

Ms. Dawn Tucker received her SeaPerch Instructor's training from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) in September of 2015. Prior to her training with the ONR SeaPerch training she served as SeaPerch advisor for the Phi-Sigma Beta Youth Mentoring Club. Last fall Dawn served as a visiting instructor at Pace for the SWAG (STEM Women Achieve Greatness) 9 week course. The SWAG program engaged high school girls with technology concepts and included building a SeaPerch.

The SWAG program included an Arduino component that which students learned how to program and attach sensors to completed SeaPerch ROV's for water testing. Dawn is current instructing a SeaPerch course for a STEM enrichment program which targets underserved middle school students in Mount Vernon. In addition to the SeaPerch program, Dawn instructs students through various STEM initiates such as Intro to Programming with Alice and Legos Robotics. Dawn is currently working on her Robotics Specialization Certification from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Engineering and Applied Science through a robotics outreach program.

Doris Ulysse

Registrar and Parent Liaison

Doris Ulysse is an IT Technical Support Specialist at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) with over 15 years of experience specializing in network and security administration. She focuses on implementing cybersecurity solutions and developing technical workflows that enhance information technology operations across the organization.

At the FDIC, Doris collaborates with security solution architects to implement Zero Trust technologies. She recently led a project that streamlined asset management by designing a custom tool to query the configuration management database, identifying Windows Servers that were not running specific security software package across the corporation. Locating these Windows Servers through automation reduced the potential of a cyber breach from high to low risk.

Passionate about expanding access to cybersecurity education, Doris Ulysse contributed to the 2024 research paper "Camp CryptoBot: A Method for Taking Risk and Motivating High School Girls to Pursue a Career in Cybersecurity." This work reflects her commitment to addressing the diversity gap in the cybersecurity field and creating pathways for underrepresented groups in technology.

Doris Ulysse holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity (2024) and a bachelor's degree in computer science (2017). She extends her commitment to education and service through volunteer work with her parish youth group, where she develops programs to raise awareness about environmental stewardship and earth care.