Dean's Office Newsletter

Thom Brewster has joined the Development Office replacing Susan McLaughlin.  Thom joins us from the Development Office in Outreach and Cooperative Extension.

Ellen Goodman has joined the Facilities Office replacing Teresa Hilgren.  Teresa has accepted a promotion in the Student Affairs Office. Ellen joins us from Pattee Library.

Sandra Murray has joined the Associate Dean's Office replacing Vesta Matis.  Vesta will be retiring effective June 1999.  Sandra joins us from the Agricultural and Extension Education Department.

Chris Onder  has joined the Financial Office replacing Tina Lucas.  Tina moved on to a promotion in the Computer Science and Engineering Department.  Chris joins us from the office of physical plant.

Carol Raymond has joined the University Development Office in the Eberly College of Science as Development Assistant.  Carol joins us from the Development Office in Liberal Arts.

Elaine Robinson's position was shifted from University Development to the Eberly College of Science -- so she's now officially our employee.  Elaine's new title is External Relations Assistant.

Carolyn Saxion-Sharp has joined the Research Office replacing Sarah Derber.  Sarah accepted a position in the Biology Department.  Carolyn joins us from the Financial Office in the College of Health and Human Development.

Nadine Bowling has joined the Astronomy Staff replacing Kerri Kubulak who resigned following the birth of her child.  Nadine joins us from the Computer Science and Engineering Department.

Jackie Jacobs has joined the Astronomy Staff replacing Peg Klinger.  Peg accepted a promotion in the College of Education.

Sarah Derber has joined the Biology Staff replacing Heather Weikel.  Heather has moved on to a promotion in Liberal Arts.

Tammy Carolus has joined the Chemistry Staff filling in for Connie Fetzer while she is on medical leave.  Tammy joins us from the Juniata Valley High School.

Corie Eakin has joined the Chemistry Staff replacing Tina Wills.  Tina has left the University to stay at home with her children.  Dorie joins us from the Psychology Department.

Craig Haynal has joined the Chemistry Staff in a new computer support position.  Craig has worked previously in the Chemistry Department.

Nancy Killeen has announced her retirement from the Chemistry Staff effective June 1999.

Douglas Miller has joined the Chemistry Staff in a new technical service position with the Maintenance Shop.  Doug joins us from the Intercollegiate Athletes area.

Robert Poorman has also announced his retirement from the Chemistry Staff effective June 1999.

Christine Foster has joined the Physics Staff replacing Jackie Jacobs.  Jackie has joined the Astronomy Staff.  Christine joins us from the Healthcare Information Corporation of State College.

Kelly Karaky has joined the Statistics Staff replacing Sue Stewart.  Sue Stewart has accepted a promotion in the College of Education.  Kelly comes to us from Liberal Arts.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE.  Another successful blood drive was held on  Wednesday, May 26, 1999 from 10:00-4 in the HUB Ballroom.  The next blood drive is scheduled for Wednesday, December 1, 1999.
 

The staff awards reception was held on Wednesday, September 30, in the HUB fishbowl.  The staff listed below received awards for years of service in the Eberly College of Science.  The awards consisted of a gift certificate in the amount of $10/5 years, $20/10 years, $30/15 years, $50/25 years.

The Eberly College of Science Staff Innovation Award was initiated by the College's Staff Advisory Committee in 1997 at the request of the former dean, Gregory Geoffroy.  The award is intended to recognize and reward an employee or team of employees whose innovative ideas, suggestions, work procedures, etc. have resulted in a more time-efficient and/or cost-effective method of accomplishing their work responsibilities.  These methods have been implemented within the department and/or could be implemented college-wide to improve productivity at that level.  This years award recipient was Connie Boob of the Chemistry Department.  The award consisted of a plaque and a cash award of $500.

The Eberly College of Science Cooperative Education Program provides an excellent opportunity for students to integrate academic study with relevant experience in the workplace through alternating semesters of work and study.  Co-op students develop insight into the relationship between knowledge gained in the classroom and the application of that knowledge in both academic and non-academic settings.

As a centralized program in the Eberly College of Science, the Co-op Office staff assists any ECoS students interested in obtaining relevant work experience to enhance their educational experiences at Penn State.  Coordination of co-op assignments is accomplished by establishing connections with corporate partners and identifying workforce needs.  In addition to maintaining corporate relations with industry participants, members of the staff also assist students with resume development, career planning and academic issues, as well as the logistics related to housing, tuition, and student aid while on co-op assignments.  The staff ensures proper filing of co-op course grades through the Dean's Office; informs current co-op students of current campus news; works with faculty and Departmental Coordinators to establish usage of co-op credits; and maintains policies and overall integrity of the Co-op Program.  The Co-op Program has grown significantly in the past few years, and will have coordinated approximately 300 co-op assignments for the 1998-99 academic year.

Susan Knell, Director -- Responsible for overall supervision and direction of the program, development of relationships with industry representatives, and progress on new initiatives such as the international co-op program.

Cindye Rudy, Assistant Director -- Manages many of the student-focused duties related to the program, including meeting with student participants and speaking to student organizations, while also assisting in supervision and training of office staff.

Jamie Corman, Administrative Assistant -- Maintains all corporate files, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in addressing company needs, while also aiding the office staff in fielding student requests and developing more efficient office procedures.

Tammy Parrett, Staff Assistant -- Serves as the first-line contact for students and companies by answering and directing phone calls and addressing student inquiries, while also performing various administrative duties within the office.
 
 

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