10/01/2026
Today, we’re back to celebrate, honor, and thank more incredible faculty and staff members from years past who helped shape the institution we are today. Join us in recognizing these outstanding instructors for their years of dedication to our community! 🎓✨
🎓 Barry Penn Hollar | Professor Emeritus of Religion & Philosophy
Beyond his teaching, he served as University Chaplain and gave memorable remarks at the dedication of the campus Peacemakers monument.
🎹 Elizabeth Temple | Professor Emerita of Piano
Temple dedicated over five decades to student artistry, beginning her career at SU in 1962 and retiring in 2015.
🎭 Thomas Albert | Professor Emeritus, Composition & Musical Theatre; Producing Artistic Director (Retired), Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre
Albert served as music director and conductor for over 120 musicals and revues across the SU Conservatory and SSMT.
🩺 Martha Morrow | Professor Emerita of Nursing
An educator and practitioner for 35 years, Morrow led the Family Nurse Practitioner program for many years and accompanied students on an Alternative Spring Break trip to Vieques.
🎼Verne Collins | Professor Emeritus, Conservatory
Serving SU for 46 years, Collins taught a range of music and theory courses and served as Dean of the Conservatory.
📚 Rosemary Green | Graduate Programs Librarian Emerita
Green served SU from 1982 to 2020 as Graduate Programs Librarian and taught as an adjunct professor in Conservatory Academics.
💬 Share your favorite memories, classes, or messages of thanks for these amazing mentors in the comments below! 👇
