Quincy University hosted its annual End-of-the-Year Reception for faculty and staff on May 4. The following annual awards were presented at the event.
 
Franciscan Service Awards:
Staff –  Sandy Trudell
Faculty – Dr. Caitlin Deskins
 
Franciscan Hospitality Award:
Cassie Phillips
 
Excellence in Teaching Award:
Rick Buckwalter
 
Faculty Promotions:
Promotion:
Dr. Cynthia Haliemun, Professor of Economics
 
Tenure & Promotion:
Dr. Kristina Mouzakis, Associate Professor of Psychology
Mr. Gary Meacher, Associate Professor of Design
 
Retirements:
Dr. Teresa Reed
Pat Tomczak
Laurie Allen (August 2023)
 
Years of Service:
The following employees were recognized for their years of service to QU.
 
5 Years:
Miriam Hermann
Dr. Barb Rowland
Mike McCabe
Miranda Higgins
Tom Oliver
Aaron Clayton
Dr. Husam Ghazaleh
 
10 Years:
Mike Carpenter
Dr. Caitlyn Deskins
Dr. Neil Wright
 
15 Years:
Elysia Mahoney
Dr. Daniel Strudwick
 
20 Years:
Dominic O’Donnell
Jennifer Truitt
 
25 Years:
Dan Kemner
Diane Kemner
Dr. Cynthia Haliemun
 
35 Years:
Patricia Tomczak
 
55 Years:
Bob Mejer
 
Founded in 1860 by Franciscan friars, Quincy University is a small Catholic university emphasizing the sciences, liberal arts and the professions. Quincy University offers undergraduate, graduate and adult education programs integrating practical experience and Franciscan values. Faculty and advisors work with students to design customized success plans to help them graduate on time, find their passion and prepare them for life. QU is a member of NCAA Division II for intercollegiate athletics. For more information, please visit www.quincy.edu or contact the Office of Community Relations at (217) 228-5275 or communityrelations@quincy.edu. Quincy University. Success by Design.