The IUP Career and Professional Development Center is proud to recognize the dedication and support of faculty members and organizations who demonstrate an exceptional level of partnership with our office.
Dr. P. Michael Kosicek (posthumously)
Dr. Kosicek joined the IUP community in 2002, teaching both undergraduate and MBA classes, and he was a longtime coordinator of the PhD in Business program.
Dr. Dawn Smith-Sherwood
Director of Liberal Studies
Director of First Learning Year
Professor of Spanish
Dawn received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in fall 2025.
Dr. Kelly Heider
Associate Vice Provost for Libraries and Research Support Services
Kelly received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in spring 2025.
Dr. Lisa Newell
Interim Associate Dean, College of Health Sciences
Lisa received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in fall 2024.
Jill Kirsch
Talent Acquisition Manager, Early Career Talent and University Relations at Highmark Health
Jill received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in fall 2024.
Dr. Alida Merlo
Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice Department
Alida received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in spring 2024.
Enterprise Mobility
Enterprise Mobility received the IUP CPDC Partner Hall of Fame Award in spring 2024.
Pictured: Alycia Baker and Jess Morales