Board of Trustees
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Very Rev. Christian R. Oravec, T.O.R. Chairman of the Board
Loretto, Pa., Saint Francis Friary
Rev. Gabriel J. Zeis, T.O.R.
Loretto, Pa., President, Saint Francis University
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Rev. James Angert, T.O.R.
Herndon, Va., Associate Pastor, St. Joseph’s Church
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Nancy Campbell
Duncansville, Pa., Director of Public Relations, Hoss’s Steak House Restaurants
John S. Connors
Philadelphia, Pa., Principal, Guyasuta Investment Advisors
James Curtis
DuBois, Pa., Insurance Agent, Ameritas Life
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Bruno DeGol, Jr.
Altoona, Pa., Partner, The DeGol Organization
Joseph J. DiSepio
Monroe Twp., N.J., Director, Amboy National Bank
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Linda Eremita
Pittsburgh, Pa., Managing Director, National City
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Richard F. Fiore, Sr.
Altoona, Pa., President, Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
Daniel Friedrich
Bradenton, Fl., CEO, Blake Medical Center
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Lawrence T. Giannone
Johnstown, Pa., Financial Advisor, Legg Mason
Sherry Crain Gordain
Austin, Tx., Development Chair, Ballet Austin
Kenneth Gormley, Esquire
Pittsburgh, Pa., Professor, Duquesne University School of Law
The Honorable Maureen E. Lally-Green
Pittsburgh, Pa., Superior Court of Pennsylvania
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John P. Halicky
Pittsburgh, Pa., Chief Financial Office, JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Thomas Hoyne
Altoona, Pa., Partner, Dembert & Hoyne
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J. Crilley Kelly, Esquire
Pittsburgh, Pa., Senior Counsel, USX Corporation, Retired
Stephen M. Krentzman
State College, Pa., President, Joe Krentzman & Son Inc.
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Paul McGrath, Jr., Esquire
Pittsburgh, Pa., President and Senior Partner, McGrath and Lawrence, P.C.
Rev. Joseph Monahan, T.O.R.
Pittsburgh, Pa., Chaplain, Mercy Hospital
James Morhard, Esquire
Washington, D.C., Founder, Morhard and Associates, P.L.L.C.
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Dino S. Persio, Esquire
Ebensburg, Pa., Partner, Smorto, Persio, Webb & McGill
Eugene Peters, Esquire
Washington, D.C., Partner, Burwell, Peters and Houston
Rev. David Pivonka, T.O.R.
Steubenville, Oh., Vice President for Mission Effectiveness, Franciscan University of Steubenville
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Rev. Frank Scornaienchi, T.O.R.
Altoona, Pa., Pastor, Our Lady of Mount Carmel
The Honorable Bud Shuster
Everett, Pa., Congressman, Retired, 9th District
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Mark W. Thomas
Bedford, Pa., Dealer/Owner of Thomas Chevrolet, Inc.; Owner, Thomas Staffing Service
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John J. Wolf
Bellwood, Pa., Chairman/CEO, Wolf Furniture Company
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Rev. Simon Zayas, T.O.R.
Dallas, Tx., Parish Ministry Dioceses of Dallas and Fort Worth
President’s Cabinet
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Debra S. Bender
Ebensburg, Pa., Vice President, 1st Summit Bank
Kip Benko, M.D., FACEP
Pittsburgh, Pa., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Bruce J. Bradley
Altoona, Pa., SBB Properties, Inc.
James P. Burke, M.D., Ph.D.
Hollidaysburg, Pa., Associate Staff Physician, Altoona Hospital
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Michael J. Corless
State College, PA, Chief Financial Officer, Corless & Associates
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Donald A. DeGol, Jr.
Altoona, Pa., Executive Vice President, The DeGol Organization
Augusta N. Delerme, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Hollidaysburg, PA., Otorhinolarngology, Head, Neck, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery
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Robert D. Fink
Johnstown, PA, Corporate Vice President, UBS Financial Services, Inc.
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Jonathan C. Gleason
Johnstown, PA, Assistant Vice President, The Gleason Agency, Inc.
Susan Griep
Hollidaysburg, Pa., Victim/Witness Program Director, Blair County District Attorney’s Office
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Joseph D. Hurd, Jr.
Altoona, Pa., Executive Director, Blair County Chamber of Commerce
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Michael J. Irwin
Altoona, Pa., Owner, Irwin Financial, Inc.
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Annette Tinsy Lipchak
Pittsburgh, PA, Executive Director, Greater Pittsburgh Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Martin Marasco
Altoona, Pa., Executive Director, ABCD Corporation
John W. McCall
Ebensburg, PA, Vice President, McCall Motors, Inc.
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Gerald P. Neugebauer, Jr., Esquire
Cresson, Pa., Attorney
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The Honorable Thomas Peoples, Jr.
Altoona, Pa., Judge, Blair County Court of Common Pleas
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Stephen Zamias, Sr.
Johnstown, Pa., President & CEO, Finance, Zamias Services, Inc.
Officers of the University
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Mr. Robert Datsko
Vice President for Finance
B.S., M.A., Saint Francis College; Certified Public Accountant
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Mr. Ross Feltz
Director of Marketing and Public Affairs
B.A., Michigan Technological University
M.B.A., University of Pittsburgh
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Mr. Robert Krimmel, Sr.
Director of Athletics
B.S., M.Ed., Penn State University
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Ms. Erin McCloskey
Vice President for Enrollment Management
B.A., Gettysburg College
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
Ms. Heather Meck
Director of Human Resources
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
M.A., Saint Francis University
Dr. Frank Montecalvo
Vice President for Student Development
B.A., Salve Regina University;
M.A., Salve Regina University
Ed.D., University of Vermont
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Mr. Raymond P. Ponchione
Vice President for Advancement
B.A., Saint Francis College
Dr. Wayne Powel
Provost
A.A., Miami Dade Community College
B.A., New Mexico Highlands University
Ph.D., University of Arizona
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Dr. Patricia Serotkin
Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
B.A., M.L.S., University of Pittsburgh
M.A., Saint Francis University
D.Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Peter R. Skoner
Associate Provost, Professor of Physics
B.S., Pennsylvania State University;
M.Ed., Saint Francis College;
M.B.A., Ed.D, Indiana University of Pennsylvania; Registered Professional Engineer
Rev. Daniel Sinisi. T.O.R.
Vice President for Mission Effectiveness and Ministry
B.A., Saint Francis University
M.A., S.T.L., Catholic University
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Rev. Bernard Tickerhoof, T.O.R.
Secretary of the University
B.A., Saint Francis College;
Th.M., Jesuit School of Theology, Berkley
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Rev. Gabriel J. Zeis, T.O.R.
President
B.A., Saint Francis College
M. Div., Saint Francis Seminary
M. Th., Weston School of Theology
M.A., University of Saint Thomas
Faculty
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Dr. Stephen H. Baker (2006)
Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A., B.A.Ed., Rhode Island College;
M.A., The Catholic University of America;
M.A., Ph.D., University of Houston
Dr. Joel Bandstra (2008)
Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering
B.S., Clarkson University;
Ph.D., Oregon Health & Science University
Dr. Richard Bargdill (2000)
Associate Professor of Behavioral Sciences
B.A., Miami University;
M.A., Ph.D., Duquesne University
Michelle Beck (2008)
Instructor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., Saint Francis University;
Certified Physician Assistant
Dr. Rosemary Bertocci (1993)
Professor of Religious Studies
B.A., Carnegie-Mellon University;
M.A., Saint Vincent Seminary;
Ph.D., Duquesne University
Dr. Timothy Bintrim (2007)
Assistant Professor of English
B.S., M.A., Slippery Rock University;
Ph.D., Duquesne University
Suzanne Black (2005)
Assistant Professor of Social Work
B.S.W., Saint Francis University;
M.S.S.A., Case Western University
Dr. Douglas R. Bleggi (2006)
Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., The Pennsylvania State University;
M.Ed., University of Virginia;
D.Ed., The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Frances L. Boyd (2004)
Associate Professor of Education
B.A., College of William and Mary;
M.A., C.A.S., Ed. D., West Virginia University
Roy A. Boyle (2006)
Assistant Professor of Education
B.S., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania;
M.Ed., Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Sharon Wills Brescoach (2003)
Associate Professor of Communications
B.S., M.A., West Virginia University;
M.A., Marshall University;
Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Ms. Deborah Budash
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences; Interim Director of Master of Medical Science/Master of Health Science Programs
B.S., University of Pittsburgh;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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Dr. Robin L. Cadwallader (1998)
Associate Professor of English/Communications
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Peg Calvert (1996)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., University of Delaware;
M.S., West Virginia University
Dr. Karen Casebier (2007)
Assistant Professor of Modern Languages
B.A., University of Louisville;
M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill;
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison
Cynthia Casher (2001)
Clinical Assistant Professor
A.S.N., Mount Aloysius Junior College;
B.S.N., B.S., Saint Francis College;
MMS, Saint Francis University;
Certified Physician Assistant
Jill Marie Cavalet (2005)
Clinical Assistant Professor
B.S., Saint Francis College;
MHS, Saint Francis University;
Certified Physician Assistant
Dr. Lauri Chose (2007)
Visiting Assistant Professor of English
B.A., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.A., Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Robert Clark (2009)
Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Indiana University of PA
Dr. Rose Ann Clark (1997)
Professor of Chemistry
B.S., University of North Carolina, Wilmington;
Ph.D., North Carolina State University;
Post Doctoral Research, Pennsylvania State University
Maria A. Colmer (1998)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
A.S.O.T., Mount Aloysius College;
B.S.O.T., Towson State University;
M. Ed., Saint Francis University
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Dr. Charles T. Dameron (2007)
Associate Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Ph.D., Texas A & M University
Heather Daniels (2005)
Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Kent State University
Dr. Lisa Devineni (2009)
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
Ph.D., Capella University
James M. Donovan (2006)
Instructor of Music
B.A., University of Pittsburgh
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Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald (1998)
Interim Dean, School of Health Sciences, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.A., Paterson State College;
M.S., East Stroudsburg State University;
Ph.D., Southern Illinois University;
M.P.T., Baylor University
Dr. Randy Frye (1984)
Professor of Management, Dean of the School of Business
B.A., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.B.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.A., Saint Francis College;
Ed.D., University of Pittsburgh;
Certified Management Accountant
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Kelly L. Garanich (2006)
Visiting Instructor of Biology
B.S., Saint Francis College;
B.S. Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., Shippensburg University
Dr. Margaret Garcia (1996)
Associate Professor of Business/Finance
B.B.A., Saint Bonaventure University;
M.B.A., Syracuse University;
Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington
Dr. Mark C. Gentry (2003)
Associate Professor of Political Science
B.A., Centre College (Kentucky);
M.A., Ph.D., University of South Carolina
Dr. Stephen Gilmour (1983)
Professor of Psychology
B.A., Saint John’s University;
M.A., Long Island University;
Ph.D., University of Maine
Kerri (Beck) Golden (2000)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
M.O.T., Duquesne University
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Dr. Bill Hanlon (1997)
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., Temple University;
D.P.T., Temple University
Dr. Balazs Hargittai (2001)
Associate Professor of Chemistry, Interim Dean, School of Science
Diploma, Eotvos University-Budapest (Hungary);
M.S., Northwestern University;
Ph.D., University of Minnesota;
Post Doctoral Research, University of Arizona, University of Minnesota
Dr. Michele Hargittai (2008)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Illinois State University;
Ph.D., University of Minnesota
Dr. John A. Harris (1988)
Professor of Chemistry and Physical Sciences
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.S., Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
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Loretta A. Johnson (2007)
Visiting Instructor of Biology
B.S., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., University of Kentucky
Grant Julin (2008)
Instructor of Philosophy
B.A., St. Vincent College;
M.A., Duquesne University
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Dr. Melissa M. Kagarise (1998)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., M.M.S., Saint Francis College;
D.H.Sc., Nova Southeastern University;
Certified Physician Assistant
Curtis C. Kindel (2007)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.P.T., Saint Francis University
Dr. Sara B. King (1979)
Professor of Psychology
B.A., Marshall University;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
Ph.D., Oklahoma State University
Shelley Kirkpatrick
Assistant Professor of Biology/Lab Coordinator
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., University of Nebraska – Kearney
Dr. James Koncz (2001)
Assistant Professor of English/Communications
A.A., Glendale Community College;
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Arizona State University
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Dr. Brendon LaBuz (2009)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S., Frostburg State University;
Ph.D., University of Tennessee
John Lamertina (2006)
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
B.A., Saint Francis University;
M.S., George Washington University
Dr. Marian Langer (1990)
Professor of Biology
B.A., West Virginia University;
Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
Betsy M. Lehman (2002)
Assistant Professor of Marketing
B.S., Pennsylvania State University;
M.B.A., Saint Francis College
Dr. James Logue (1993)
Associate Professor of Accounting/Finance
B.S., Boston College; M.S., Widener University;
D.Ed., Pennsylvania State University;
Certified Public Accountant;
Certified Management Accountant
Dr. Stephen LoRusso (1997)
Professor of Physical Therapy
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Temple University Post Doctoral Study, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, The Pennsylvania Muscle Institute
Robert A. Low (2007)
Visiting Assistant Professor of Management
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.Ed., Pennsylvania State University;
M.A., Saint Francis College
Dr. Lane Loya (2001)
Associate Professor of Biology
B.S., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.S., Southern Illinois University;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Mark Lynch (1987)
Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A., California University of Pennsylvania;
M.S.W., West Virginia University;
Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
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Rev. Nathan Malavolti, TOR (2006)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Millikin University;
M.Div., Washington Theological Union;
Ph.D., University of Illinois
Dr. Melanie Kay Malek (2006)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
A.S., St. Philip’s College;
M.S., Ph.D., Texas State University
Dr. Teelyn T. Mauney (2005)
Assistant Professor of Sociology/Criminal Justice
B.A., M.A., Humboldt State University;
Ph.D., University of Nebraska
Dr. Dennis McIlnay (1987)
Professor of Business Administration
B.A., Saint Vincent College;
M.Ed., Pennsylvania State University;
Ed.D., Seton Hall University
Dr. Michael McKale (1986)
Professor of Religious Studies, Director of Ethics Institute
B.A., University of Notre Dame;
M.A., Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley;
Ph.D., Graduate Theological Union/University of California at Berkeley
Dr. Joseph Melusky (1980)
Professor of Political Science
B.A., West Chester University of Pennsylvania; M.A.,
Ph.D., University of Delaware;
Post-Doctoral Studies, University of Michigan and University of Delaware
Donna Menis (1978)
Instructor of Communications, Director of Honors Program
B.S., Ball State University;
M.A., Temple University
Dr. Timothy Menta (1993)
Associate Professor of Philosophy
B.S., Saint Joseph’s University;
M.A., Boston College;
Ph.D., Boston University
Dr. Justin Merry (2008)
Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Ohio University;
Ph.D., Arizona State University
Dr. Kathryn Miele (2008)
Assistant Professor of History and Humanities
B.A., Saint Francis University
M.A., Villanova University;
M.A., University of Delaware;
M. Phil., Ph.D., University of Warwick
Dr. Edward Mihelcic (1999)
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
A.S.O.T., Mount Aloysius College;
B.S.O.T., Dominican College;
M.A., Duquesne University;
Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. John S. Miko (2002)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration
B.A., M.B.A., Saint Francis University;
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Dr. Marnie Lynn Moist (1999)
Associate Professor of Psychology
B.A., University of Notre Dame;
Ph.D., George Washington University
Dr. Margaret Morales McKale (1995)
Assistant Professor of Spanish
B.A., Wright State University;
M.A., Ph.D., Ohio State University
Dr. Devonna Sue Morra (1994)
Professor of Biology
B.A., M.A., Indiana University;
M.S.C.E., Livingston University;
Ph.D., Saint Louis University
Dr. Pedro L. Muiño (2000)
Professor of Chemistry
B.S., University of Santiago (Spain);
Ph.D., Montana State University;
Post Doctoral Research, University of Washington
Dr. Ivan J. Mulligan (2007)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
BS, California University;
MPT, Gannon University;
DSci, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
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Dr. G. Steven Neeley, Esq. (1993)
Professor of Philosophy
B.S.B.A., Xavier University;
M.A., J.D., Ph.D., University of Cincinnati
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Martha O’Brien (1977)
Instructor of Music
A.B., Wilson College;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Lisa O’Hara (2007)
Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management
B.S., M.Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
Ed.D., University of Pittsburgh
Charles Olson (1976)
Professor of Art
B.S.Ed., M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Brent Ottaway (1990)
Associate Professor of Communications
B.A., Grove City College;
M.S., West Virginia University
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Trevah Panek (2001)
Visiting Assistant Professor of Nursing
Diploma, Temple University;
B.S.N., M.S.N., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Marilyn Passanita (1994)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., Saint Mary’s Dominican College;
B.S., Hahnemann University;
M.Ed., Saint Francis College; Physician Assistant
Teresa Preston (2006)
Instructor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., University of Pittsburgh;
MPAS, Saint Francis Univer
Certified Physician Assistantsity;
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Dr. Larry Rager (1999)
Associate Professor of Accounting/Finance
B.B.A., University of Texas; M.B.A., Houston Baptist University;
D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University;
Fulbright Scholar, University of New York – Tirana, Albania;
Certified Public Accountant;
Certified Fraud Examiner
Dr. Susan K. Reimer (1997)
Professor of Biology
B.A., Goshen University;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Arthur Remillard (2008)
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
B.A., Saint Francis University;
M.A., Ph.D., Florida State University
Katherine S. Remillard (2005)
Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.S., Florida State University
Kenneth Resinski (1967)
Assistant Professor of Drama
B.A., Villanova University;
M.A., Villanova University
Kelly Rhodes (2005)
Instructor of English
B.A., Saint Francis University;
M.A., Villanova University
Lindsay Ross-Stewart
Instructor of Psychology
B.S., Mount Allison University;
M.S., University of North Dakota
John Ruggiero (1965)
Associate Professor of History
B.S., Boston College;
M.A., Boston University
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Dr. Jean M. Samii (1984)
Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Wisconsin at Madison;
M.S.N., University of Pennsylvania;
Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
Robert F. Solarczyk (2006)
Instructor of Physician Assistant Sciences; Clinical Coordinator
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.P.A.S., University of Nebraska;
Certified Physician Assistant
Dr. Peter Skoner (1983)
Professor of Physics, Associate Provost
B.S., Pennsylvania State University;
M.Ed., Saint Francis College;
M.B.A., Ed.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
Registered Professional Engineer
Lorie Swasing-Rowles (2006)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
A.A., Mount Aloysius College;
M.S., College Misericordia
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Dr. Wayne Takacs (1965)
Professor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Duquesne University;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Edward Timmons (2008)
Assistant Professor of Economics
B.A., Lebanon Valley College;
M.S., Ph.D., Lehigh University
Dr. John Trimble (1994)
Professor of Biology
B.S., Saint Francis University;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University;
Post-Doctoral Studies, Harvard Medical School
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Dr. Donald E. Walkovich (1996)
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
A.S.O.T., Mount Aloysius Junior College;
B.S.O.T., M.S.O.T. Leadership, College Misericordia,
D.H.S., Nova Southeastern University
Dr. Kirk Weixel (1967)
Professor of English
B.A., Saint Michael’s College;
M.A., Duquesne University;
D.A., Carnegie-Mellon University
Camille Wendekier
Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Saint Francis University;
M.S.N., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Daniel Wetklow (2000)
Associate Professor of Computer Science
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Purdue University
Mary Ann Wharton (1997)
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S., Ithaca College;
M.S., University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Timothy Whisler (1992)
Professor of History, Interim Dean, School of Arts and Letters
B.A., Millersville University of Pennsylvania;
M.A., Pennsylvania State University;
Ph.D., London School of Economics and Political Science (University of London)
Dr. Lori Woods (2008)
Assistant Professor of History
B.A., University of British Columbia;
M.A., University of Calgary;
Ph.D., University of Toronto
Dr. Thomas A. Woods (1999)
Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., B.S., M.A., Saint Francis College;
D.H.S., Nova Southeastern University;
Certified Physician Assistant
Dr. John Woznak (1982)
Professor of English
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Tracy Wright (2000)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences
Diploma, Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing;
B.S.N., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
Physician Assistant Certificate, Saint Francis College;
M.P.A.S., University of Nebraska Medical Center;
Certified Physician Assistant
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Donna Yeisley (1984)
Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.S., Alderson-Broaddus College;
M.Ed., Saint Francis College;
Certified Physician Assistant
Dr. Nobert Youmbi (2005)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.Sc., University of Jos-Nigeria;
M.Sc., University of Ibadan-Nigeria;
Ph.D., University of South Florida
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Dr. Glenna Zeak (2009)
Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Lening Zhang (1997)
Professor of Sociology/Criminal Justice
B.A., M.A., Nankei University;
Ph.D., State University of New York at Albany
Dr. Edward Zovinka (1994)
Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Roanoke University;
Ph.D., University of California at Davis;
Post Doctoral Research, North Carolina State University
Laboratory Instructors
Susan (Weymer) Dillon (2002)
Chemistry, Laboratory Instructor/Chemical Hygiene Officer
B.S., Saint Francis University
Jane Gleason (2008)
Chemistry Laboratory Instructor, Stockroom Manager
B.S., Southampton College, of LIU
Ryan O’Neill (2009)
Visiting Chemistry Laboratory Instructor
B.S., Saint Francis University
Professors Emeriti/Emeritae
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Dr. Emilie Allan
Professor Emerita of Sociology
B.A., University of Massachusetts;
M.A., Clark University;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
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Dr. Adrian Baylock
Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.Ed., Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Patricia Bentivegna
Professor Emerita of Spanish
B.A., Pennsylvania State University;
M.A., Columbia University;
Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Raymond Bradley
Professor Emeritus of Philosophy
B.A., Loyola University;
Ph.L., Bellarmine College;
Ph.D., Duquesne University
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Mr. Paul Deskevich
Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.S. West Virginia University
Rev. Albert Driesch, T.O.R.
Professor Emeritus of Chemistry
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.S., University of Notre Dame
Dr. William Duryea
Professor Emeritus of Biology
B.S., Siena College; B.S., Saint Francis College;
Ph. D., Saint Bonaventure University;
Post-Doctoral Research, Stanford University and NASA - Ames Research Center;
Certified Physician Assistant
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Dr. Edward Fitzpatrick
Professor Emeritus of English
B.S., Fordham University;
M.A., Saint John’s University;
Ph.D., Fordham University
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Dr. Elizabeth Gensante
Professor Emeritus of Education
B.S., University of Pittsburgh;
M. Ed., Duquesne University;
Ed. D., Post-Doctoral Study, University of Pittsburgh
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Rev. Bede F. Hines, T.O.R.
Professor Emeritus of English
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Pennsylvania State University;
M.Lit., Columbia University;
Ph.D., University of Montreal
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Dr. Jerome Jareb
Professor Emeritus of History
B.S., M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University
Dr. Arthur Julian
Professor Emeritus of Education
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh;
Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University
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Dr. Rodrigue Labrie
Professor Emeritus of English
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
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Mr. John Murphy
Associate Professor Emeritus of History
B.S., M.A., University of Notre Dame
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Dr. Lawrence Pion
Professor Emeritus of Biology
B.S., Providence College;
M.S., University of New Hampshire;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
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Dr. Vincent Remillard
Professor Emeritus of French
B.A., University of Massachusetts;
M.A.T., Assumption College;
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University
Rev. Emil Resconich, T.O.R.
Professor Emeritus of Biology
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
Ph.D., University of Notre Dame;
Post-Doctoral Research, University of California at Berkeley
Dr. Samuel Resconich
Professor Emeritus of Chemistry
B.S., Saint Francis College;
Ph.D., Post-Doctoral Research, Purdue University
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Dr. Claire Sackin
Professor Emerita of Social Work
B.A., Hunter University;
M.S.W., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Robert Stith
Professor Emeritus of Philosophy
B.A., M.A., University of Dayton;
Ph.D., Duquesne University;
Visiting Scholar, Graduate Studies in Psychology, Duquesne University
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Dr. Dee Ann Wallace
Professor Emerita of Education
B.S., California University of Pennsylvania;
M.A., West Virginia University;
Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Philip Woo
Professor Emeritus of Economics
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., University of Michigan;
Ph.D., New York University
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Dr. Albert Zanzuccki
Professor Emeritus of Accounting
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh;
Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University
Administrative Staff
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Kelly Aharrah
Admissions Representative
B.A., Westminster College
William Agosta
Director of Purchasing
Bro. James (Gabriel) S. Amato, T.O.R.
Coordinator of Dorothy Day Center
Alex J. Anderson
Assistant Football Coach
B.S., Lock Haven University;
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
Bobby L. Anderson
Assistant Director of Student Life
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Gwendolyn S. Andersen
Director, Renewable Energy Center
B.A., Bryn Mawr College;
M.A., American University, Washington, D.C.;
M.B.A., American University, Washington, D.C.
Kristine M. Anderson
Distance Learning Course Specialist, CERMUSA
B.S., M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Terrence W. Anderson
Business Analyst, SBDC
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Marcelo A. Antonelli
Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach
B.S., “Universidade Estadual de Campinas - Unicamp” Brazil;
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
B
Sandra A. Balough
Dean, Library and Academic Information Services
B.A., Oklahoma Christian College;
M.L.S., University of Kentucky;
MHRM, Saint Francis University
C. Lynne Banks
Associate Dean of Students
B.S., University of Arkansas;
M.A., Saint Francis University
Ashok R. Bapat
Senior Scientist, CERMUSA
B.S., University of Bombay;
M.S., University of Alabama;
Ph.D., Auburn University;
MBA, LaSalle University
Kourosh Barati-Sedeh
Programmer Analyst
B.S., Saint Francis University
Julie A. Barris
Director of Career Services
B.A., Point Park College;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Anita Baumann
Director of Alumni Relations
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.F.A., Emerson College
Br. Chris Baumann
Director of Ecumenical Interfaith Ministry
B.A., George Mason
Stacey Bean
Head Field Hockey Coach
B.S., Laurentian University
Robert B. Beener
Associate Dean for Enrollment Management
B.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
MBA, Saint Francis University
Marian E. Bender
Compensation and Benefits Specialist
B.S., Saint Francis University
Thomas Bender
Communications Platform Manager, CERMUSA
Assoc., Cambria County Area Community College
Carleen Bennett
SBDC Educational Programming Coordinator
B.S., Saint Francis University
H. Terrence Bennett
Head Athletics Trainer
B.S., Canisius College;
M.S., Indiana State University
Renee Bernard
Director of Advising and Retention
B.S., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Steven Bickford
Telemedicine Handheld Computing, Specialist, CERMUSA
A.A.S., Saint Francis University
Georgelle Bilak-Crist
Area Coordinator of Residence Life
A.A., Cambria County Area Community College;
B.A., Penn State University, Altoona
Michael Blaisdell
Network Administrator
B.S., Saint Francis College
Mark Boland
Director, PT- DiSepio Institute, Health and Wellness Initiatives
B.S., Saint Francis University,
M.S., Saint Francis University
Jeffrey Boldizar
Senior Consultant, SBDC
B.S., Saint Francis College
James C. Brazill, Jr.
Director of External Affairs
B.S., Slippery Rock University
David Breiner
Admissions Representative
B.S., Saint Francis University
Tamara Burns
Assistant Coach, Track and Field
A.S., Cloud County Community College;
B.A., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Michael A. Casper
Head Men’s Soccer Coach
B.A., University of Maryland;
M.E.D., Saint Francis University
Annette A. Chunko
Business Analyst, SBDC
B.S., Saint Francis College;
Certified Business Analyst
Christopher Clark
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
B.S., School of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Bradley Coffield
Information Services Librarian
B.A., University of Pittsburgh;
M.A., University of Pittsburgh
Leo T. Conway
Academic Counselor, Upward Bound
B.A., Saint Vincent College
MED, Saint Francis University
David Cox
Bookstore Manager
B.A., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.A., Saint Francis College
Michael W. Craig
Assistant Football Coach
B.S., Saint Francis University
Paula Craw
Director of Service Learning
B.S., Slippery Rock University
Gabrielle M. Cronin
Instructional Designer, CERMUSA
B.S., Clarion University of Pennsylvania;
M.Ed., Pennsylvania State University
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Robert Datsko
Vice President for Finance
B.S., M.B.A., Saint Francis College;
Certified Public Accountant
Ralph DelSardo
Assistant Football Coach
B.B.A., Morehead State University
Barbara R. Demuth
Assistant Director of Telemedicine, CERMUSA
B.S., West Virginia Wesleyan College;
M.S., Pennsylvania State University
Dean Dietrick
Manager of Custodial Services
A.S.B.A., Saint Francis College;
Certified Executive Housekeeper
Robert Dillon
IT Systems Manager, CERMUSA
Assoc., Pennsylvania College of Technology
Barbara C. Doll
Library Services and Library Automation Specialist
B.S., M.Ed., Saint Francis University
Kathleen A. Domonkos
Library Public Services and Special Collections Manager
B.S., Shippensburg State University of Pennsylvania
Amanda Drumm
Assistant Director of Marketing and Public Affairs
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
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Douglas E. Eppley
Director, Physical Plant
B.S., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
Sandra Evans
Web Manager
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Allison Felix
Director, Science Outreach
B.S., University of Pittsburgh of Johnstown;
M.S.; Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ross Feltz
Director of Marketing and Public Affairs
B.A., Michigan Tech University;
M.B.A., Katz School of Business-University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Cara K. Fox
Clinical Coordinator, Student Health Center
B.S., Saint Francis University;
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska;
D.H.S., Nova Southeastern University
Lisa Frederick
Employment and Development Coordinator
B.S., Pennsylvania State University
Donald Friday
Head Men’s Basketball Coach
B.S., M.B.A, Lebanon Valley College
Dana Friedman
Technology Coordinator, CERMUSA
Assoc., Cambria County Area Community College;
B.S., Mount Aloysius College;
B.S., Saint Francis University
Thomas Fritz
Controller
B.S., West Virginia University
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Megan Gallagher
Coordinator of Academic Advising and PA Minority Recruitment
B.S., Clairon University;
M.S., Duquesne University
Patrick S. Gallagher
Swim Coach
B.A., LaSalle University
MED, Saint Francis University
James F. Gerraughty
Distance Learning Electronic Classroom Manager
B.A., Pennsylvania State University
Robert Gillespie III
Associate Director of Admissions
B.A., Saint Francis University
Paul T. Girardi
Campus Minister
B.A., Saint Vincent College,
M.A., Saint Vincent Seminary
Christine Marie Greene
IMP–Program Director
B.S., Saint Francis University
Robert E. Griffin
Assistant Director of Distance Learning, CERMUSA
B.S., Clarion State University;
M.S. Indiana University
Glenda Griffith
Director of Residence Life
B.A., Carlow College;
M.S., Indiana University
Kim Gueterman
Regional Admissions Representative
B.A., Saint Francis University
Brenda L. Guzic
Telehealth Development Specialist, CERMUSA
A.S., Mount Aloysius College;
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.A., Saint Francis University
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L. John Hahn
Assistant Director, Physical Plant
Patrick Joseph Haigh
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
B.S., University of Notre Dame;
M.S., Virginia Commonwealth University
Lois J. Hampton
Assistant Director Dining Services
B.S., Penn State University
Brett Haselrig
Associate Director of Transfer and Multicultural Recruitment
B.S., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Anne Heinzeroth
Director of Upward Bound Program
B.A., University of Pittsburgh;
M.Ed., Saint Francis College
Shane Himes
Financial Aid Representative
B.S., Pennsylvania State University of Altoona;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Roxane L. Hogue
Coordinator, Graduate Business Program
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Juliana M. Horvath
Director of Center for International Education and Outreach
A.S., Saint Francis University
Amy E. Hudkins, BS, COT A/L
OT Teaching Assistant and Recruitment Coordinator
A.S., Mount Aloysius;
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.H.S., Saint Francis University
Edward R. Huttenhower
Director, SBDC
B.A., Grove City College;
M.B.A., University of Pittsburgh
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Jennifer Irvin
CERMUSA Programmer/ Systems Analyst
Associate, Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts
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Dane R. Kalwanaski
Residence Life Area Coordinator
B.S., Saint Francis University
Thomas Kendziora
Bursar
B.S., Saint Francis University
Shannon Klein
Tutor Coordinator, ACE
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Dawna Knee
Technology Coordinator, CERMUSA
B.S., Saint Francis University
Rebecca M. Kopanic
Assistant Librarian, Technical Services
B.A., Youngstown State University;
M.L.S., Kent State University
Jamie Kosh
Director of Financial Aid
B.S., Saint Francis University;
M.A., University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA
Daniel Koshute
Director of Institutional Research & Assessment
B.A., Washington & Jefferson College;
M.S., Carnegie Mellon University
Denise Kovach
Director of Academic Center for Enrichment
B.S., Clarion University of Pennsylvania;
M.A., M.Ed., Saint Francis College
Mary Kowalski
Assistant Athletic Trainer
B.S., Lock Haven University
G. Doug Kraft
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
B.S., Millersville University,
M. Ed., East Stroudsburg University
John Krimmel
Admissions Representative
B.S. Saint Francis University
Melinda B. Krimmel
Health Promotion and Service Specialist
B.S., M.S., East Stroudsburg University
Robert S. Krimmel, Sr.
Director of Athletics
B.S., M. Ed., Penn Sate University
Robert S. Krimmel, Jr.
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
B.A., M. Ed., Saint Francis University
Michael Kutchman
Print Shop Manager
B.S., California University of Pennsylvania;
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
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Sabrina Lane
Head Softball Coach
B.S., Gannon University;
M.A., Edinboro University
Marie Link
Director of Research, Department of Physician Assistant Sciences
B.A., Saint Francis College
Alyssa R. Locke
Internet Recruitment Specialist/Campus Visit Coordinator
B.S., Saint Francis University
Jason Lonesky
Assistant Athletic Trainer
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Janet M. Long
Administrative Coordinator for Health and Wellness Initiatives
A.S., Saint Francis University
Mary Jo Ludwig
Assistant to the Director of the Annual Fund
B.S., Saint Francis University
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Robert W. Mainhart
Program Manager, CERMUSA
B.S., Saint Francis University
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Maureen Malloy
Assistant Torvian Manager, Dining Services
Stephanie Marcon
Head Lacrosse Coach
B.A., Lafayette College
Lori McClellan
Documentation Specialist, CERMUSA
B.A., Millersville University;
M.E.D., Saint Francis University
Erin E. McCloskey
VP of Enrollment Management
B.A., Gettysburg College;
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
Br. Shamus McGrenra
Director of International Admissions and Student Services
B.A., Saint Francis University,
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Carol V. McIlhenny
Telehealth Research Specialist
B.S., Trenton State College (TCNJ),
M.S. Drexel University
Terry McMullen
Executive Chef
Heather J. Meck, SPHR
Chief Human Resources Officer/Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.A., Saint Francis University
Marie B. Melusky
Associate Vice President of Advancement
B.A., West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Donald Miles
Environmental Health and Safety Officer
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Frank Montecalvo
VP for Student Development
B.A., Salve Regina University;
M.A., Salve Regina University;
Ed.D., University of Vermont
Charles Mullen, III
Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
B.S., M.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Eric S. Muncert
Telehealth Research Specialist, CERMUSA
B.S., Robert Morris College
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Susan Obarsky
Counselor
B.S., Eastern Mennonite College,
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
David Louis Opfar
Head Football Coach
B.S., Pennsylvania State University
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William J. Padamonsky
Field Services Coordinator
B.A., B.S., M. Ed., Shippensburg State College
Maria Pellegrino-Yokitis
Senior Major Gifts Officer
B.A., Saint Francis University;
J.D., Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Timothy P. Perkins
Executive Director of International Studies
B.A., Oregon State University;
M.A., Western Washington State College
Dominick Peruso
Associate Dean of Student Life
B.A., Saint Francis College
Raymond Ponchione
Vice President for Advancement
B.A., Saint Francis College
George Pyo
Chief Information Officer
B.S., M.B.A., Saint Francis College
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Kristen Radovanic-Corcoran
Assistant Director of Residence Life
B.A., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.Ed., Saint Francis University
Janie L. Rager
Information Services Librarian
B.S., M. L.S., Clarion University
Jeanette D. Rasche
IPA Research Specialist, CERMUSA
B.S., Hope College;
M.S., Medical College of Georgia
Erika C. Renwick
Associate Director of Athletics/Senior Woman Administrator
B.S., Pennsylvania State University-Behrend College;
M.B.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Darnel Richardson
Assistant Football Coach
B.A., Marshall University
Jay B. Roberts
Director, CERMUSA
B.S., M.A., Saint Francis College
Susan K. Robinson-Fruchtl
Head Women’s Basketball Coach
B.A., George Washington University
Diane Rombouts
Coordinator, Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Dr. Stephen Rombouts
Registrar
B.A., Northern Michigan University;
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University;
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Mary Jane Rowland
Prototype Manager, CERMUSA
A.A., Cambria Rowe Business College;
B.S., M.A., Saint Francis University
Michael Rumbaugh
Men’s Volleyball Coach
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Max E. Scheeler
Coordinator, Community Winds Project Renewable Energy
B.A., Pennsylvania State University
Tiffani Selhorst
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
B.S., Wright State University;
M.S., Ohio University
Dr. Patricia B. Serotkin
Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
B.A., M.L.S., University of Pittsburgh;
M.A., Saint Francis College;
D.Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Christopher Seymour
Senior Major Gifts Officer
B.S. Saint Francis University
Michael Shanafelt
Information Technology Senior Advisor, CERMUSA
B.S., Westminster College;
MBA, Saint Francis University
Barbara Sherry
Retail Manager, Dining Services
Barbara Shingle
Assistant Manager, Bookstore
Angela Shotter
Admissions Representative
B.A., Saint Francis University;
M.A., Saint Francis University
Craig Sikurinec
Administrative Systems Manager
B.S., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Rev. Daniel Sinisi, T.O.R.
Vice President for Mission Effectiveness and Ministry
M.A., S.T.L., Catholic University
Charles M. Skomra
Programmer/Analyst
B.S., Saint Francis College
MBA, Saint Francis University
Brian S. Smochek
Assistant Director of Admissions
B.S., Saint Francis University
M.B.A., Saint Francis University
Shawn T. Stevens
Network Support Specialist 1, CERMUSA
AST, South Hills School of Business and Technology
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Jacob Taylor
IT Systems Manager, CERMUSA
Craig Theissen
Director of Student Athlete Development
B.A., University of Michigan
Kent P. Tonkin
Assistant Director for Information Technology, CERMUSA
B.A., Saint Francis College;
M.A., Saint Francis University
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Brenda Van Stralen
Head Women’s Soccer Coach
B.S., Franklin Pierce College
Chris Villarial
Assistant Football Coach
Robert H. Volkert III
Director of Sports Information
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Dr. Alice N. Walters
Associate Dean of General Education
B.S., University of Washington, Seattle;
M.A., Ph.D., University of California, Berkley
Jesse M. Webber
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
B.S., Ohio University;
M.S., University of Memphis
Kristin Weixel
Assistant Director of Upward Bound
B.A., Saint Francis College
Mary Jeanne Weixel
Associate Information Services Librarian
B.A., Carlow College; M.L.S., University of Pittsburgh
Nicholas Wheeler
Men’s Head Golf Coach/Manager
B.S., Saint Francis University
David P. Wilson
Director of Counseling
B.A., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown;
M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Theresa Wilson
Instructional Technology Specialist
B.S., Pennsylvania State University;
M.A., Rosemont College
David M. Wolfe
Wireless Communications Specialist, CERMUSA
Associate’s Degree, Pittsburgh Technical Institute
Carmelina Wyrwas
Assistant Controller
A.A., Saint Francis University;
B.S., Saint Francis University
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Bernadette Yeager
Research Specialist, CERMUSA
B.S., Saint Francis University
Robert J. Young, Jr.
Director of Grants and Foundations
B.A., M.A., Pennsylvania State University
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Dr. Albert Zanzuccki
Development Associate
B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania;
M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh;
Ed.D., Pennsylvania State University |