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Thinking Great Thoughts The President's Award for Excellence in Innovative Thinking is presented annually to a Bay Path University faculty or staff member, team, or department. The 2019 recipient was Kevin Barlowski, director of theatre and performance studies, seen here with President Leary at the annual holiday party. The award recognizes excellence in innovative thinking among our faculty and staff members and encourages a culture of creativity, transformation, innovation, and continuous process improvement while supporting the University's mission. Three New Members Elected to the Bay Path University Board of Trustees Three new members have been elected to the Bay Path University Board of Trustees. From left: Pia Sareen Kumar, co-owner and chief strategy officer of Universal Plastics Group; Jeanette Weldon, managing director of Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority; and Rodger K. Metzger, CFA, president, and chief investment officer of Hooker & Holcombe, will each serve a three-year term. Visit www.baypath.edu for additional background on each of our trustees. Saluting Our Retirees Every year at Bay Path's Holiday Party held in December, we honor our retirees, not only for their years of service to the University and its students, but as our friends and colleagues. As valued members of our University community, we applaud your achievements and wish you joy and exciting adventures in your next passage in life's journey. Carpe Diem! Pictured below, from left: Karen Carlson, Director, Eastern Massachusetts Campus; Ann Dobmeyer, JD, Dean, Division of Research and Academic Resources; Professor John Woodruff, Legal Studies Department; Angelika Melien, Leadership Giving Officer; and Robert Hoffman, Distinguished Professor of Health Sciences, Physician Assistant Program. 40 years and Counting! After 49 years working at Bay Path, Paul Stanton, below, right, director of facilities, announced his retirement in spring 2020. The buildings, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and systems that keep the University functioning have all fallen under Paul's leadership. On his next to last day, Paul was treated to a drive-by parade that included family, friends, and co-workers. We extend our thanks for his dedication and best wishes for the days ahead!