Visiting Artists
Faculty
Dennis Briening
Instructional Chair, Scientific Glass Technology
Dennis Briening earned an associate degree in scientific glass technology from Salem Community College in 1977. Upon graduation, he joined Xerox Electro Optical Systems in Pasadena Calif., where he assisted in the development of the first laser printers. He graduated magna cum laude from Glassboro State College, now Rowan University, with a bachelor’s degree in sculpture in 1993.
Rika Hawes
Assistant Professor, Glass Art
In fall 2009, Rika Hawes was named as Assistant Professor of Glass Art at Salem Community College. Hawes came to SCC in fall 2008 as an adjunct faculty member, teaching Glass Art and Art Appreciation during the 2008-2009 academic year. Now, as a full-time faculty member, Hawes leads the Glass Art and Industrial Glass Design programs, further developing these two areas and providing world-class instruction to students at the new Samuel H. Jones Glass Education Center.
Paul J. Stankard
Artist-in-Residence
A pioneer in the studio-glass movement, Paul Stankard’s career has spanned more than four decades. He has established an international reputation for interpreting nature in glass with his floral art. Stankard maintains an active career in the studio, while teaching at institutions like Penland School of Crafts, The Studio at The Corning Museum of Glass and Urban Glass. He also serves as an adjunct instructor and artist in residence at Salem Community College.
Staff
Jennifer Pagliarini
Coordinator, Glass Education Center
Jennifer Pagliarini serves as the coordinator of Salem Community College’s Samuel H. Jones Glass Education Center. She is responsible for overseeing facility maintenance and equipment, and coordinating the center's use.