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Husson University Honors Retirees During Ninth Annual Tree Planting Ceremony

Published on: May 11, 2022

three people standing next to a tree

BANGOR, MAINE – Husson University honored recent retirees with a treeplanting ceremony on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 2 p.m. on its Bangor campus. The tree was planted in recognition of eight individuals with more than 10 years of service whose efforts helped make this remarkable institution of higher learning a success. An additional six individuals with less than 10 years of service were also recognized.  

Husson University employees with more than 10 years of service who were honored (in descending order of years of service):

  • Ken Stack, instructor, New England School of Communications (NESCom), College of Business (31 years)
  • Cheryl Adams, professor, School of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Pharmacy (24 years)
  • Kenneth Lane, associate professor of mathematics, College of Science & Humanities (22 years) 
  • Steven Blackmore, custodian, Auxiliary Services (16 years)                                          
  • Christine Hubbard, instructor, School of Occupational Therapy, College of Health and Pharmacy (16 years)
  • Craig Hadley, chief financial officer, (CFO), Finance and Administration (13.5 years)
  • Laurie Mouradian, professor, School of Occupational Therapy, College of Health and Pharmacy (12 years)                                 
  • Thomas Fitzpatrick, professor, School of Business and Management, College of Business (10 years)

Employees with less than 10 years of services who were acknowledged at this event (in descending order of years of service):

  • Susan Reisman, instructor, School of Hospitality, Sport and Tourism Management, College of Business (6 years)
  • Gary Gerow, director of facilities, Auxiliary Services (5 years)
  • Robert Taylor, software integration developer, Information Technology (5 years)
  • Cristi Carson, director of institutional research, Office of Institutional Research (4 years) 
  • Mitch Littlefield, custodial services manager, Auxiliary Services (2.5 years)
  • Andrea McGill-O’Rourke, associate professor, healthcare administration, College of Science and Humanities (2 years) 

“Each year, we plant trees to honor the dedicated individuals who have helped our students grow and achieve success in a variety of professional careers. We hope our retirees continue to flourish after they leave the University, just like the many students whose lives they touched during their time here at Husson,” said Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan.

A blue spruce tree was planted this year in recognition of the eight retirees with more than 10 years of service. This is the same type of tree that was planted in honor of last year’s retirees. Since the event took place outdoors, masking was optional. 

For more than 120 years, Husson University has shown its adaptability and strength in delivering educational programs that prepare future leaders to handle the challenges of tomorrow through innovative undergraduate and graduate degrees. With a commitment to delivering affordable classroom, online and experiential learning opportunities, Husson University has come to represent a superior value in higher education. The hallmarks of a Husson education include advanced knowledge delivered through quality educational programs. According to a recent analysis of tuition and fees by U.S. News & World Report, Husson University is one of the most affordable private colleges in New England. For more information about educational opportunities that can lead to personal and professional success, visit Husson.edu.

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