New and Familiar Faces

New Face

Job Description:

Executive director and general manager of the WKSU stations and FolkAlley.com. Directs staff in producing quality public radio programming for Northeast Ohio and worldwide via online streaming.

Worked at KSU since:

January 2013

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

President, Texas Public Radio, San Antonio (2006-2012); General Manager, WBAA AM &FM, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana (1992-2006)

Likes Most About Kent State University:

I like the energy of the college campus. It’s exciting to see the growth on campus and in downtown Kent.

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

The opportunity to be part of a growing and vital institution dedicated to making the world a better place, one student at a time. I’m impressed with what Kent State has achieved and is poised to accomplish in the future. WKSU is an important part of the outreach of the university by providing on-going learning experiences through public radio programming.

Resides in:

Akron, Ohio

Hometown:

Hutchinson, Kan.

Education:

Masters in Executive Development for Public Service, Ball State University

Hobbies:

Photography and travel

New Face

Job Description:

Provide clerical support for Main Hall faculty members.

Worked at KSU since:

January 2013

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

Allied International, Michelin Tire Corporation and Genie Garage Door Company.

Likes Most About Kent State University:

Friendly faculty and staff

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

I live in the community, and Kent State’s reputation as a great place to work.

Resides in:

North Canton, Ohio

Hometown:

Akron and Brimfield, Ohio

Education:

General studies coursework at the University of Akron and Kent State University.

Hobbies:

Power walking, biking, vacationing with family at the beach and chasing after my dog

Familiar Face

Job Description:

Responsible for the coordination of upkeep, preventative maintenance, custodial functions and related daily operations, and managing campus security/safety and media services for the 200-acre Kent State Stark Campus.

Worked at KSU since:

April 2008

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

Metroparks, Serving Summit County

Likes Most About Kent State University:

The people.

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

Its reputation as a first-rate, higher education institution.

Resides in:

Wadsworth, Ohio

Hometown:

Akron, Ohio

Education:

Master’s in public administration, University of Akron

Hobbies:

Camping, woodworking and enjoying family