Dawn Nappi grew up in Bayville, New York and received her BA and MA from Dowling College. She achieved her PhD. from Capella University in Leadership and Higher Education and currently teaches with...view moreDawn Nappi grew up in Bayville, New York and received her BA and MA from Dowling College. She achieved her PhD. from Capella University in Leadership and Higher Education and currently teaches within the Central Islip District. She is the mother of four beautiful children, Nicolette, Joseph, Avellino and Angelica in Heaven. She and her husband Joseph have been married for 23 years. Dr. Nappi works with Madd, Long Island in helping victims of drunk/drugged driving. She currently resides in Holbrook, NY with her family and their three dogs.view less