Park University Acknowledges Long-Serving Staff Members
Park University Honours Long-Serving Staff and Faculty
On October 29, 2021, Park University recognised full-time staff and faculty members with milestone service anniversaries between August 2, 2020, and November 1, 2021. A total of 89 employees were honoured, combining for 895 years of service to the university.
Among the honourees were several professors who have dedicated their careers to Park University. Jim Vanderleeuw, a Professor of Public Administration, has served for five years. Brian Hoffman, a Professor of Biology, has been with the university for 25 years. Greg Plumb, a Professor of Criminal Justice Administration, has an impressive 30 years of service, while Pete Soule, a Professor of Economics, has served for 30 years as well.
In addition to the professors, several other departments were represented. Jayme Uden, the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, has served for 10 years. Brian Renshaw, the Track and Field / Cross Country Head Coach - Parkville Campus, has also been with the university for 30 years. Mindy Sasser, a Human Resources Generalist, and Chris Ellis, a Senior Programmer Analyst, both have five years of service.
The university's administrative departments were also well-represented. Patti Mitschke, the Randolph Air Force Base (Texas) Campus Director, and Matt deMayo, the Fairchild Air Force Base (Wash.) Campus Director, both have five years of service. Shawndra Loving-Griffin, the Lackland Air Force Base (Texas) Campus Director, has served for 25 years. Brad Bunge, a Student Success Coach, has been with the university for 25 years.
Other honourees included Joslyn Creighton, the Director of Student Success/Graduate Programs, with 15 years of service. Liz Irvin, a Registrar Specialist, has served for 20 years. Brandee Howard, a Graduate Student Success Coach, and Nick Miceli, an Associate Professor of Management/Human Resources, both have 10 years of service.
Notably, Charlie Smith, Associate Professor of Mathematics, celebrated 35 years of service on August 21. However, the available sources do not provide specific information about Park University employees with 30 years of service. For the most accurate information, contacting Park University's human resources department or checking their official website/news announcements directly would be advisable.
Nine employees received special recognition with 25-plus years of service. These employees include Jeff Ehrlich, an Associate Professor of Healthcare Administration, with 10 years of service, and Donna Choi, a Professor of Early Childhood Education, with 15 years of service.
In conclusion, Park University took the opportunity to honour its long-serving staff and faculty members. These individuals have dedicated their careers to the university, contributing to its growth and success over the years. Their service and dedication are truly commendable.
Education and self-development have been integral parts of the careers of Park University's long-serving staff and faculty, as seen in the dedication exhibited by professors like Jim Vanderleeuw, who has served for five years, and Brian Hoffman, with 25 years of service. Similarly, Jayme Uden, the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, has been contributing to the university for a decade.
