New and Familiar Faces

New Face

Job Description:

Oversee the total management of incoming, outgoing and inter-campus mail for the Kent Campus.

Worked at KSU since:

April 2010

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

I have more than 25 years sales, service and management experience in printing and mailing

Likes Most About Kent State University:

Friendly people, great university and, of course, the black squirrels

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

It has been recognized as one of the best places to work for several years. Stability of employment, ability to share and use my knowledge and talents

Resides in:

Fairlawn, Ohio

Hometown:

Charleston, W. Va.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts, psychology, The University of Akron

Hobbies:

Sports on TV, yard work and home maintenance, time with family, including enjoying being a new grandpa

Familiar Face

Job Description:

I recruit students by visiting local high schools, planning and presenting at recruiting events on campus and participating in college and career fairs. I also advise students who are enrolled in a wide variety of majors and coordinate the campus' post-secondary enrollment options and Honors programs.

Worked at KSU since:

January 2000

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

Reference librarian, Tuscarawas County Public Library

Likes Most About Kent State University:

The students! I enjoy the diverse group of students with which I work on a daily basis and appreciate the opportunity to help them as they enter the university, engage in self-discovery, learn to understand the university, and make plans for graduation and the future.Â

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

I enjoy working for a major public university and experiencing the benefits of such while being part of the close-knit and friendly Kent State University at Tuscarawas community. I also enjoy the variety I experience from day to day since my job requires "wearing many hats."

Resides in:

New Philadelphia, OhioÂÂ

Hometown:

Dennison, Ohio

Education:

Master of Arts, industrial/organizational psychology, The University of Akron
Bachelor of Arts, psychology, Kent State University

Hobbies:

Spending time with family and friends, wine and tea tasting, visiting local attractions, bikingÂ