21 Pitt-Bradford employees were honored for milestone anniversaries

The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford honored members of its faculty and staff celebrating milestone anniversaries at a special recognition dinner on Oct. 29.

Kathy Moonan (pictured, right), director of business affairs and the longest-serving Pitt-Bradford staff member, was honored for more than 45 years of service. She plans to retire later this year. In addition to her official role in business affairs, Moonan coordinates food concessions at the Kessel Athletic Complex to help Panthers athletics teams raise money and is a regular in the stands cheering on teams.

Recognized for 40 years of service was Bill Kline (pictured, middle), director of computing, telecommunications and media services. Kline also teaches as an adjunct instructor in Pitt-Bradford’s computer information systems and technology program.

Diane Null (pictured, left), data coordinator in the Office of Enrollment Management, was recognized for 30 years of service.

Faculty and staff recognized for 25 years of service were:

• Bret A. Butler, director of intercollegiate athletics and recreation
• Robert J. Ellison, systems architect
• Tammy R. Luciano, administrative assistant in business affairs
• Mary Mulcahy, associate professor of biology 
• Donald I. Ulin, associate professor of English
• Lauren E. Yaich, associate professor of biology

Those honored for 20 years were:

• Mary A. Dinger, assistant professor of nursing
• Tina M. Phillips, assistant director of athletics and head coach of women’s softball
• Deborah A. Soyke, assistant director of financial aid

Employees reaching the 15 years of service mark were:

• Jackie Bosworth, administrative assistant for facilities management
• Y. Ken Wang, associate professor of computer information systems and technology

Finally, those marking 10 years of service were:

• John J. Crawford, assistant professor of accounting and finance
• Helma de Vries-Jordan, associate professor of political science
• Orin A. James, assistant professor of biology
• Shawn M. Llewellyn, purchasing manager
• Kevin D. Niver, maintenance worker
• Shannon M. Ridenour, financial assistant and office manager in the Office of Student Engagement
• Christine L. Tyler, executive director of philanthropic and alumni engagement