TO: UMBC Faculty and Staff
FROM: Yvette Mozie-Ross, Associate Provost for Enrollment Management
After 32 years of distinguished service to UMBC, Bobbie Shahpazian will retire on August 31, 2012. Bobbie began her career with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in 1977 as part of an all new admissions staff focused on the recruitment of freshmen, international students and incoming merit scholars. She was soon promoted to Associate Director and after taking a brief sabbatical to travel she rejoined the university as a scholarship counselor. Bobbie worked with the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office through the early 90’s awarding merit scholarships to incoming students. She was promoted to Assistant Director of Scholarships and later to the Associate Director of scholarships where she continues to serve our scholars and their families.
Those who have worked with Bobbie know her as a wonderful colleague and consummate professional. Her deep understanding of the UMBC community has made her an invaluable resource and partner to individuals across the university. Her energy and commitment to the development of our merit scholarship awarding and scholar programs have helped to build UMBC’s strong academic community.
Throughout the years, she has given tirelessly of herself, dedicating her professional career to the University. Her commitment to UMBC, our scholars and their families have significantly supported UMBC’s growth and development. Bobbie has built a distinguished legacy at UMBC that will connect her to the campus long after her retirement.
Please join the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at a reception to thank Bobbie and to celebrate her many years of service to the campus. We will gather on Wednesday, September 19th, 10 am – noon in the Library Gallery. Individuals attending are asked to RSVP by Friday, September 8th to Lu Caldwell at lcaldwel@umbc.edu.
If you would like to contribute toward a gift you may contact Stephanie Johnson at x.51517 by Friday, September 8th.
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