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Prof. Pamela Forni

Prof. Pamela Forni, Associate Professor - Architecture

pamelaforni@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4525
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 304

AAS Architectural Technology, SUNY Orange
Bachelor of Architecture, NYIT
MS Community Development, Kansas State University
 
SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015)
SUNY Orange President's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015)
SUNY Orange Foundation Leadership in Education Award (2021)
 

Prof. Pamela Forni is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of teaching experience at SUNY Orange, where she specializes in community design and sustainability. A dedicated faculty member, she has played a pivotal role in curriculum development, creating numerous architecture and honors courses, and leading innovative interdisciplinary projects that bridge design with broader social and environmental themes.

Beyond the college, Professor Forni is deeply engaged in community-based education. She has facilitated a wide range of architecture, engineering, and design workshops for children and teens, collaborating with cultural institutions and organizations across the United States to promote design literacy and creative exploration among youth. In addition to her academic contributions, Professor Forni brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership within the community arts and education sectors, where she continues to advocate for accessible, inclusive, and impactful learning experiences.

Her excellence in teaching has been recognized with multiple honors, including the SUNY Orange President’s Award, the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2016), and the SUNY Orange Leadership in Education Award (2021).

Dr. Megumi Kinoshita

Dr. Megumi Kinoshita, Professor - Physics/Engineering

megumikinoshita@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4392
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205E

B.A. Rutgers University
M.A. Rutgers University
M.A. Stony Brook University
Ph.D. Stony Brook University

Dr. Dustin McCall

Dr. Dustin McCall, Associate Professor - Chemistry

Dustin

dustinmccall@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4575
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205H

B.S. - Chemistry - SUNY Oneonta
Ph.D. - Analytical Chemistry - University at Buffalo

Dr. McCall comes to SUNY Orange from the Central New York region where he lectured at SUNY Cortland and Syracuse University. Dr. McCall is an analytical chemist with research experience in designing optical sensors for multianalyte detection and novel materials characterization. He enjoys exploring the hiking trails in the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains region in his spare time. 

Classes Taught:

  • CHM 100 - Introduction to Chemistry
  • CHM 101 - General Chemistry I
  • CHM 102 - General Chemistry II
  • CHM 200 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry
  • CHM 201 - Organic Chemistry I
  • CHM 202 - Organic Chemistry II

Prof. Charles Passarotti

Prof. Charles Passarotti, Assistant Professor - Architecture

charlespassarotti@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4555
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 304

A.A.S. SUNY Orange
B.Arch. New York Institute of Technology
NYS Licensed Architect

SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

Ms. Donna Sanders

Donna Sanders, Senior Secretary

donna.sanders@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4571
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205

Prof. Anthony Soricelli

Prof. Anthony Soricelli, Instructor - Geology and Physics

Anthony

anthony.soricelli@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4570
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205I

A.S. SUNY Dutchess
B.S. SUNY Fredonia
M.S. Clemson University

Classes Taught:

  • ANT 104 - Archeological Field Experience
  • GLG 101 - Earth Science
  • GLG 110 - Physical Geology
  • GLG 210 - Historical Geology
  • GLG 220 - Environmental Geology
  • PSC 125 - Physical Sciences: The Physical World
  • PHY 101 - General Physics I
  • PHY 103 - Physics for Science and Engineering I

Prof. Jacqueline Soricelli

Prof. Jacqueline Soricelli, Instructor - Chemistry

Jacqueline Soricelli

jacquelinesoricelli@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4576
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205G

B.A. SUNY New Paltz
M.A. SUNY New Paltz

Professor Soricelli is a native of the region and has teaching experience from SUNY New Paltz and SUNY Columbia-Greene teaching chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Professor Soricelli believes that all students can gain valuable knowledge from her courses, and she sees the humanity in each student. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her family, watching Star Trek, being creative, and doing karate.

Classes Taught:

  • CHM 100 - Introduction to Chemistry
  • CHM 101 - General Chemistry I
  • CHM 102 - General Chemistry II
  • CHM 110 - General and Biological Chemistry

Dr. John Wolbeck, Chair

Dr. John Wolbeck, Professor and Chair - Physics/ Engineering

Dr. John Wolbeck

johnwolbeck@sunyorange.edu
845-341-4577
Office - Rowley Center for Science & Engineering Room 205D

A.S. SUNY Orange
B.S. University at Buffalo
M.S. Manhattan College
Ph.D. City University of New York

NYS Licensed Professional Engineer
SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

  • Recipient of the 2012 International Gerbier-Mumm Award given by the W.M.O., an agency of the United Nations.
  • Recipient of SUNY Orange Presidents Award for Teaching Excellence (2011).
  • Historic Preservation Award, 1993, Allentown Historical Society, Buffalo, N.Y.

Work history: 

N.Y. City Filtration Pilot Study for Drinking Water Safety; N.Y. S. Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Division of Water; Automotive Industry; Construction Industry.Began teaching Astronomy, Engineering and Physics at SUNY Orange in 1993.

Professor Emeritus

  • Prof. Demir Barker - Chemistry
  • Dr. John Cummins - Science and Engineering
  • Prof. David Davies - Science and Engineering
  • Prof. Richard Feinberg - Science and Engineering
  • Dr. Timothy MacMahon - Chemistry
  • Prof. Cynthia MacMahon - Chemistry
  • Prof. Lawrence O'Brien - Geology
  • Prof. Konrad VonAppen - Architectural Technology

Adjunct Faculty

  • Prof. Thomas Blon, Instructor - Astronomy
  • Dr. Margaret Brewer-LaPorta, Instructor - Geology
  • Prof. Andrew Cook, Instructor - Chemistry
  • Prof. Janet Haas-Broda, Assistant Professor - Chemistry
  • Dr. Christopher Herbert, Instructor - Physics
  • Prof. Timothy Higgins, Instructor - Chemistry
  • Prof. Dori Johnson, Instructor - Geology
  • Prof. Charles Kocsis, Assistant Professor - Chemistry/Physics
  • Prof. Gregory MacLeod, Instructor - Engineering/Physics
  • Prof. Stacey Moegenburg, Professor - Architecture
  • Prof. James Santos, Instructor - Chemistry
  • Dr. Christopher Spring, Instructor - Engineering/Physics
  • Dr. Ashley Ten Eyck, Instructor - Chemistry
  • Prof. Shirley Thompson, Assistant Professor - Chemistry
  • Prof. Andrew Warren, Instructor - Architecture
  • Prof. Allen Woodruff, Instructor - Engineering

Our Pledge

  • Caring environment
  • Highly experienced professors
  • Small classes
  • Closely knit student community
  • Easy access to help
  • Quality lectures and quality education
  • Scheduling personalized for each individual