Penn State Intercom......April 30, 2001
Administrative Fellows
named for 2001-02
Continuing
a long tradition of mentoring those interested in gaining a broader view
of Penn State, the University has announced the selection of three Administrative
Fellows for 2001-02. Those selected are:
* Renee D. Diehl, professor of physics, Eberly College of Science, who will be working with Eva J. Pell, vice president for research and dean of The Graduate School;
* Bonnie J. MacEwan, assistant dean for collections University Libraries, who will be working with Rodney A. Erickson, executive vice president and provost; and
* Kelly B. Snyder, associate director for scholarships and special programs, Office of Student Aid, who will be working with Rodney P. Kirsch, vice president for Development and Alumni Relations.
Diehl joined the University in 1990 as associate professor of physics. She was promoted to professor in 1998. Her research involves the measurement of the structures and dynamics of atoms and molecules adsorbed on single-crystal surfaces. The emphasis of her research in the past 18 years has been the study of weakly adsorbed, simple atoms on metallic surfaces. In particular, she has been a leader in the study of structures of weakly bound species (alkali metal atoms, rare gas atoms and simple molecules) on metal surfaces and their structural effects on the substrate. Her interest in this area arises partly because alkali metals have diverse industrial applications. Her research findings have culminated in a new framework for understanding simple metal adsorption.
Diehl has overseen the studies of 21 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and has presented numerous invited papers, seminars, workshops and lectures. She has been involved in several committees in the Department of Physics, the Eberly College of Science and the University. Currently she is a member of the Faculty Senate and the Commission for Women.
She received her bachelor's degree magna cum laude from Juniata College in 1976 and her doctorate in physics from the University of Washington in 1982.
MacEwan is responsible for developing and implementing collection development policies for the University Libraries. In her role, she assures direct dialogue on collection concerns among faculty throughout the University and the libraries, and participates in library planning, policy-making and budget preparation activities; communicates regularly with collegiate faculty and students to ensure that library service and information needs are being met; oversees the acquisition and processing of gifts and represents the libraries' collection development concerns and interests in various national and regional consortia and programs.
MacEwan has participated in numerous committees both within the University Libraries and University-wide, and holds several professional memberships. Currently, she is a member of the Commission for Women, the Committee on International Strategic Initiatives and the Electronic Theses and Dissertations Implementation Committee.
She received her bachelor's degree in English at Whittier College, Whittier, Calif., in 1972, and her master's degree in librarianship at the University of Denver in Colorado in 1978. She joined the University in 1991.
Snyder started with the University in 1987 as a wage payroll employee in the Office of Student Aid, and received progressive promotions through a 13-year period. She currently is associate director for scholarships and special programs. She participates as a member of the Office of Student Aid's planning team, which is responsible for determining officewide policies and priorities. She is part of the development team for the Penn State Opportunity Grant and Bunton-Waller Scholarship and Fellows Program -- programs that are funded at more than $9 million and serve more than 3,000 students.
In addition, Snyder is responsible for the management of University scholarships administered by the Office of Student Aid; maintains NCAA financial aid compliance for more than 900 student-athletes, assisting coaches and prospective students with financial aid questions and concerns and administering the NCAA Special Assistance Fund; and acts as the Office of Student Aid liaison to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
She received her bachelor's degree in administration of justice from Penn State in 1983, and expects to receive her master's degree in higher education from the University this spring.
This is the 16th consecutive year of operation for the Administrative Fellows Program, which was developed jointly in 1986 by the Office of the President and the Commission for Women. The program provides professional development opportunities for faculty and staff. By serving under the mentorship of senior administrators, fellows receive opportunities to broaden their perspectives and experiences in higher education administration. The program is especially meant to encourage women and minorities to seek these opportunities.
The 2001-02 Administrative Fellows will begin their duties in their mentors' offices at the start of the fall semester.
For more information about the Administrative Fellows program, check the Commission for Women Web site. Go to http://www.lions.psu.edu/cfw/ and click on the link to Administrative Fellows.