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Campus Updates
May 14, 2026
Kenneth Long has served as President of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania since November 2022, following more than two years as interim president. He brings over 35 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education, with a career rooted in university administration, finance, and operations. Before assuming the presidency in 2020, President Long served as ESU’s Chief Administrative, Financial, and Operations Officer. In that role, he led efforts to stabilize the University’s financial condition—strengthening cash reserves, reducing capital debt, and improving long-term sustainability. He also expanded student health services through a partnership with a regional medical center and launched ESU’s first academic space utilization study. Under his leadership, ESU has advanced major campus initiatives focused on student success and institutional renewal. These include improvements to campus accessibility; development of an athletic master plan; significant upgrades to athletic facilities; construction of a new student housing complex incorporating counseling, testing, Title IX, and student success offices; and facilitation of land development plans for the University Center. Prior to joining ESU, President Long held senior leadership positions at Kutztown University and Cheyney University, and earlier in his career at the University of Toledo and DeVry University, where he played key roles in institutional growth and complex organizational change. President Long holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and political science from Drew University and an MBA from Monmouth University. He has taught college courses, presented nationally, and served in leadership roles with the Eastern Association of College and University Business Officers, receiving its highest honor, the 2025 KPMG Distinguished Service Award. In 2024, he was appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro to Pennsylvania’s State Board of Higher Education. He and his wife, Evelyn, have three daughters: Alysha, Peyton, and Taylor. |
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The Chemo Bag
May 21, 2026
Melissa Healy President, The CHEMO Bag Inc. With over 22 years of experience in the financial services sector at PNC N.A., Melissa Healy currently holds the position of Assistant Vice President and Client Service Advisor for PNC Private Bank. Previously, she excelled as a Branch Manager for 14 years. Melissa is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to her clients and her Private Bank team while actively contributing to her community. She has served on the board of The CHEMO Bag Inc. for more than 11 years, initially as Secretary and currently as President, where she is instrumental in expanding the organization’s reach from the Lehigh Valley to 24 infusion centers throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. Her personal experiences, including the loss of her mother to cancer and the challenges faced by family members battling the disease, have profoundly fueled her passion for the organization and its mission. This commitment drives her efforts to ensure that the “Bag of Hope” comfort bags are delivered to as many chemotherapy patients as possible. Beyond her professional commitments at PNC Bank and The CHEMO Bag, Melissa enjoys golfing and cherishing quality time with her family, friends, and grandchildren. |
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Jun 03, 2026 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Pocono Family YMCA Updates
Jun 11, 2026
Speaker #1: Scott Peckins - CEO, Pocono Family YMCA |
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Pennsylvania Tick Research Lab
Jun 18, 2026
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Pocono Mountains United Way Update
Jul 09, 2026
Michael Tukeva is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Pocono Mountains United Way, where he leads the organization’s mission to improve health, education, and financial stability for individuals and families across the Pocono region of Pennsylvania. Since assuming the role in 2019, Michael has focused on strengthening cross‑sector collaboration among nonprofits, healthcare systems, government entities, and business leaders to deliver measurable, community‑wide impact. [stroudsbur...rotary.org] Under his leadership, Pocono Mountains United Way has expanded critical initiatives addressing housing instability, food insecurity, and access to essential services, including the growth of regional housing stability programs and the PoconoInfo helpline, which connects residents quickly to vital resources during times of need. Michael is widely recognized for his leadership during times of crisis, particularly during the COVID‑19 pandemic, when United Way played a central role in humanitarian response efforts across the region. [stroudsbur...rotary.org] [linkedin.com] In 2022, Michael was invited to the White House as part of a select group of community leaders to discuss the local impact of federal funding and pandemic recovery, representing the voice and priorities of the Pocono Mountains community on a national stage. [poconorecord.com] A respected advocate for equity, community resilience, and inclusive economic growth, Michael has received numerous honors, including the Community Hero Award from the Pocono Chamber of Commerce and recognition from the NAACP Monroe County Chapter for leadership in racial equity and cultural competency. He holds a Master’s degree in Education from Lehigh University and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from The Pennsylvania State University, and he remains deeply committed to building a stronger, more connected Pocono region |
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