In Recognition of Our Retiring Faculty (Apr. 17)

April 1, 2024

The following faculty members have announced their retirement at the conclusion of the spring 2024 semester, according to Kathleen Staten, provost’s office:

James Baillie, PhD, Tyson Distinguished Professor, Department of Philosophy

Lori Chorpenning, RN, MS, Senior Instructor, School of Nursing & Health Innovations

Karen Eifler, PhD, Professor, School of Education, Director of The Garaventa Center

Rebecca Gaudino, PhD, Mdiv, Senior Lecturer, Department of Theology

Sally Hood, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Education

Bohn Lattin, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Communication and Media

Ellen Lippman, PhD, Professor, Pamplin School of Business

Kay Molkentin, MBA, Professor of Practice of Entrepreneurship, Pamplin School of Business

Debra Stephens, PhD, Associate Professor, Pamplin School of Business

Ed Valente, PhD, Professor, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Jacqueline Waggoner, EdD, Professor, School of Education

Valerie Walters, PhD, Senior Instructor, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Bruce Weitzel, PhD, Associate Dean, Associate Professor, School of Education

A ceremony and reception for all 2024 retirees will take place on Wednesday, April 17, at 3:30 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons Board Room.

For more information contact Staten at x7105 or staten@up.edu

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