RCBC Foundaton Names New Board Of Trustees Chair

Longtime Rowan College at Burlington County Foundation Board of Trustees member Henry Gosik has been elected chair of the nonprofit organization, the college announced on Monday. The foundation helps students afford to get an education. Gosik has been a member of the board since 2012.

“I look forward to working with our trustees and donors to continue to move the Foundation forward and help more students achieve their dreams through excellent and affordable education at Rowan College at Burlington County,” Gosik said.

He assumes the role from Tony Mahon, who stepped down as chair after two years in the position. Mahon remains an active member of the foundation. Mahon’s father, the late Bruce A. Mahon, was instrumental in founding the college as a Burlington County Freeholder.

“Rowan College at Burlington County is very special to my family and I couldn’t be happier to welcome Henry Gosik as chair,” Mahon said. “I’ve been privileged to work alongside Henry for six years and we have already begun working toward surpassing our record at the next Celebration of Philanthropy.”

Gosik, a community college graduate, built Sensational Host into one of South Jersey’s largest caterers along with his wife, Karen, their son Cory and daughter Emily, according to the college.

“As a former RCBC trustee, and someone who put herself through college, I know how hard our students work in and outside of the classroom to afford their education,” Burlington County Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs said. “I know that the Freeholder Board and RCBC will continue our work to keep college affordable; however, there will always be students who need extra assistance. I am so grateful for the entire Foundation Board, who help support our students, and look forward to Henry Gosik’s leadership.”

The foundation’s annual Celebration of Philanthropy raised a record-breaking $250,000 for student scholarships this year. For the first time, the event was held in the new Student Success Center and was presented by Republic Bank.

“From his own experience, Henry Gosik understands the important role Rowan College at Burlington County plays in transforming lives and empowering students toward their greatest success,” Rowan College at Burlington County Acting President Michael Cioce said. “I look forward to working with Henry and all of our Foundation trustees and donors to help more students afford education.”

The attached image of Henry Gosik was provided by Rowan College at Burlington County