Ronald S. Appel,'81

Ron Appel is a 1981 graduate of QCC and was a Vice President at Henry Schein, Inc. headquartered in Melville, NY until he retired in 2020. Ron began his career at Henry Schein Inc. in 1982 as an Operations Analyst while completing his undergraduate and master's degrees. His career at Henry Schein, Inc. spanned over 38 years.

In addition to his Associate Degree in Liberal Arts earned at Queensborough, Ron holds a B.B.A. degree in Business Administration from Adelphi University and an M.B.A. from St. John's University.

Ron and his wife, Julia, have their primary residence in Port Washington, NY and have two (2) children. Ron's wife Julia is a Doctor of Optometry and serves on the faculty at the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry, located in New York City.

Ron was elected to the Board of Directors of the QCC Fund, Inc. in 2015.

Campus Cultural Centers

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Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

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QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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QCC Art Gallery

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