1941-2023
Born in CA, created and directed the Business and the Arts Program at the Rutgers Newark Business. Pat taught courses in marketing, non-profit accounting, entrepreneurship, and arts fundraising.
Pat wanted to address inequality in Newark through arts so she founded GlassRoots in Newark in 2001. GlassRoots provides glassmaking workshops and business skill development for youth. Pat was Exec Director until 2010. Glassroots started at the Newark Boys and Girls Club and later in 2001 moved to 10 Bleeker St.
Pat received the Rutgers Faculty/Staff Community Service Award in 2008. She was active with the NJ Center for Visual Arts, NJ Performing Arts Center, Newark Arts Council, and the NJ Youth Symphony. In 2018, GlassRoots named the Kettenring Learning and Conference Center after Patricia.
Bibliography
“It’s Clear to See” Star Ledger Nov 9, 2007
“Universities to Delve Into Arts Management” Star Ledger Jun 10, 1999
“Teacher’s program marries art and opportunity” Star Ledger Aug 11, 2005
“Business Art Masters” Star Ledger Nov 15, 1999