RUTHERFORD, NJ – Earlier this summer, DCA Assistant Commissioner and Felician University Professor Kimberly K. Holmes was sworn in as an Administrative Law Judge at the Old Historic Court House in Newark, NJ.

Judge Kimberly Holmes

“I am humbled and deeply grateful to now become a member of the judiciary by serving as an Administrative Law Judge for New Jersey. As I’m sure you would agree, civility, competence and character are all characteristics that complement the judiciary. Interestingly enough, those virtues make Felician University the great academic institution that it is,” said Judge Holmes. “By continuing ‘to promote a love for learning, a desire for God, self-knowledge, service to others, and respect for all creation,’ Felician University continues to bring forth college graduates who will become members of the judiciary as well. As I enter into this awesome responsibility as a judge, I do so with the beloved Felician Franciscan Values of justice and peace.”

Judge Holmes has taught philosophy and ethics at Felician University and is a highly respected member of the adjunct faculty.

“Congratulations to Judge Kimberly Holmes on her appointment to the New Jersey Office of Administrative Law. On behalf of Felician University, I extend our warmest wishes for a successful and impactful tenure on the bench,” said Felician President Dr. Mildred A. Mihlon. “Judge Holmes’ dedication to justice and her commitment to upholding the law will undoubtably serve New Jersey well. We look forward to witnessing her contributions to the legal system and the betterment of society.”

Judge Holmes graduated from Montclair State University in 1988 with a BA in Political Science and received her JD from Seton Hall University School of Law in 1993. She has served the people of New Jersey in several notable positions including as a member of the legal counsel for the State Commission of Investigation where she conducted investigations about the abuse of taxpayer dollars. Shortly thereafter, she was named the Chief of Staff for the New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel and held that position for 12 years.

In 2020, she was appointed as the Chief of Staff in the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and served as department’s Assistant Commissioner.

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Felician University is more than just an institute of higher learning. It is a community that inspires and engages over 2,100 undergraduate, graduate, and adult education students through programs in the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business & Information Sciences, Nursing, and Education. Our commitment to our students’ success is evident in our rankings and recognitions. Over the past five years, Felician University has consistently ranked 3rd among private institutions in New Jersey for best value according to payscale.com and has been recognized as the #1 Safest College Campus in New Jersey according to niche.com. Our Master of Science in Nursing program is ranked one of the best online graduate nursing programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. We are proud to be designated as a Military Friendly School (Gold Status) for the thirteenth year, a testament to our strong support for Veteran students. Our diversity as an HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution) and MSI (Minority Serving Institution), with underrepresented students comprising more than half of the student population, is a reflection of our inclusive and supporting environment. With campuses in Rutherford and Lodi, New Jersey, the Franciscan values of social justice, compassion, and respect for human dignity serve as an inclusive foundation for transforming the lives of tomorrow’s leaders. For more information, please visit https://felician.edu.