Did Sean Payton deserve a “Madoff sentence”?

The recent sanction of New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton by Commissioner Roger Goodell and the accompanying debate on the severity and harshness of his one-year suspension has significant parallels in the sentencing of criminal defendants in high profile cases. The one that comes immediately to mind is the sentencing of Bernie Madoff.

NCIA Celebrates 40th Anniversary

NCIA Celebrates 40th Anniversary     The National Center on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA) is pleased to announce our 40th Anniversary of the founding of NCIA.  It was in June of 1977 that Dr. Jerry Miller and Herbert Hoelter incorporated NCIA as a non-profit organization, with the mission of developing quality programs and professional services for those persons who come into contact with the human service and correctional systems.   Based in Woodlawn, NCIA operates programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, students with special needs, Continue reading →

NCIA Welcomes New Director of Information Systems, Corey Benedict

For Immediate Release June 19, 2017   Introducing Corey Benedict Director of Information Systems   NCIA is excited to welcome Corey Benedict as the new Director of Information Systems. Corey has a long tenured background as a support technician, consultant, and specialist.   Corey, who is originally from Nebraska, is a graduate of the Lincoln School of Commerce. Coming to Maryland in 1999, Corey is now a Baltimore resident and has spent the last four years with All Covered as a support specialist. He has Continue reading →

NCIA Individual Instrumental in Saving Life

NCIA Individual Instrumental in Saving Life On May 31st Aaron Cook, who works at the Arbutus/ Catonsville District Court Multi-Service Center as a representative of NCIA, was responsible for saving a life while on the job. Attached is the correspondence from the courthouse recognizing Aaron for his heroic actions. Aaron Acknowledgement

NCIA Celebrates Maryland ChalleNGe Academy Graduation

NCIA Celebrates Maryland ChalleNGe Academy Graduation   The purpose of the Maryland Freestate ChalleNGe Academy is to provide at-risk youth with academic, job skills and life skills training with emphasis on positive values in a structured environment that will give them hope and opportunity to become productive citizens.  The program is a great opportunity for the youth to learn about themselves, challenge all their capabilities, and realize personal accomplishment. NCIA staff has worked with cadets for thirteen weeks in automotive, culinary arts, barbering/cosmetology, and automotive Continue reading →

Introducing Yong Kim, Vice President Finance and Administration/ Chief Financial Officer

Introducing Yong Kim Vice President Finance and Administration/ Chief Financial Officer    NCIA is excited to welcome Yong Kim as the new Vice President Finance and Administration/ Chief Financial Officer. Yong has a diverse career background as a Chief Financial Officer, Operations Officer and Controller in both the private and public business sectors.  She is a highly accomplished analytical and strategic executive with 25 years of experience in fiscal accountability, operational management, risk management, strategic business planning, and technology.  Yong has a solid track record Continue reading →