Miller, Farrell and Eakin’s years of service highlight Thiel College’s celebration of milestones

GREENVILLE, Pa.—Twenty-nine faculty and staff members were recognized for their years of service during the campus retreat August 21 at Thiel College, a leading liberal arts college in northwest Pennsylvania.

The annual ceremony recognizes employees who have completed anniversaries in five-year increments starting with the fifth year.

Professor of Economics and Business Administration and Norman P. Mortensen Chair of Economics David Miller ’61 celebrated his 55th anniversary with the College. Miller has taught and advised more students than anyone in Thiel College’s 152-year history. Also, reaching 25-plus year milestones were Executive Director of Student Financial Services and Accounts Cindy Farrell ’77 (40 years) and Director of the Learning Commons Diane Donnelly Eakin (30 years).

The 29 employees represent 365 years of combined experience at Thiel College.

55 Years

• Miller, Jamestown, Pa.

40 Years

• Farrell, Greenville, Pa.

30 Years

• Eakin, Hermitage, Pa.

20 Years

• Professor of Chemistry Kathryn Franz, Ph.D., Greenville, Pa.
• Carpenter Gerry Frazier, Greenville, Pa.
• Professor of Biology Fatima Palé, Ph.D., Hermitage, Pa.

15 Years

• Public Safety Captain Thomas Jones, Greenville, Pa.
• Rod E. Wilt Head Coach of Wrestling Craig Thurber, Greenville, Pa.

10 Years

• Director of Human Resources and Title IX Co-coordinator Jennifer Clark, Jamestown, Pa.
• Adjunct Professor of Chemistry John Gibson, Greenville, Pa.
• Adjunct Professor of Biology and Mathematics Rebecca Hecking, Greenville, Pa.
•  Public Safety Dispatcher Vicki Hildebrand, Greenville, Pa.
• Adjunct Professor of English Karen Kollar, Clark, Pa.
• Head Golf Coach Daniel McMillen, Greenville, Pa.
• Housekeeping Supervisor Charlotte Montozzi, Stoneboro, Pa.
• Director of Residence Life Robert Philips ’08, Greenville, Pa.
• Instructional Librarian Tressa Snyder, Hadley, Pa.

5 Years

• Associate Dean of Career Development Martin Black, Oakmont, Pa.
• Standard/Bulk Mail Specialist Lisa Blaney, Greenville, Pa.
• Accounts Payable Specialist Jeannie Carey, Clarks Mills, Pa.
• Facilities Administrative Assistant Brandy Little, Greenville, Pa.
• Computer and A/V Technician Mike Mason, Transfer, Pa.
• Director of Student Activities Than Oo, Greenville, Pa.
• Visit and Admissions Communications Coordinator Nancy Reiser, Slippery Rock, Pa.
• Men’s Head Soccer Coach Killian Riley, Greenville, Pa.
• Assistant Professor of Performing Arts Pete Rydberg, Ph.D., Greenville, Pa.
• Adjunct Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders Sarah Scales ’01, Greenville, Pa.
• Campus Pastor Jayne Thompson, Jamestown, Pa.
• Human Resources Coordinator and Senior Vice President for Finance and Management Administrative Assistant Kristen Whaling, Greenville, Pa.

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About Thiel College

Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.