Anthony Nguyen
After five years working for a large computer firm, Quotron Systems Inc., as a senior technician, then as a supervisor, Anthony came to CSU Northridge as a technician for the main campus Computer Center in 1990. Right after the earthquake of 1994, he worked with his colleagues to rebuild the networked computers labs for campus. He then, as a CNE (Certified Network Engineer) and together with another CNE, managed the campus centralized network. In 1995, Anthony came to Michael D. Eisner College of Education. He and Dr. Norm Herr built, configured, and managed all networked computer labs in our College, starting with two labs and kept the computer network growing to eight labs, with file servers, CD servers, and printers, to respond to the demand of educational technology courses. He, with his staff, also manages the installation and support of all computers and printers in the College of Education departments. After more than 30 years working at CSU Northridge, Anthony now will enjoy his time continuing with his current active involvement with community, church, charities, family caring and some hobbies: hiking, fishing, photography, and classical guitar. Anthony sincerely appreciates the kind words from our College Faculty and Staff members. Anthony,
Thanks for your help and support all these years. I wish you the best as you begin this new chapter of your life. |
Judi Daleke
After 33 years at CSUN, Judi has decided to retire to spend more time with her family – her husband, Scott, and her daughters, Emily and Lauren. She and her husband are contemplating a move to Colorado where her eldest daughter, Emily, lives so that they can spend their retirement enjoying what the state has to offer – a slower pace of life and a variety of outdoor activities. Judi began her career at CSUN working with Lynne Cook (SPED) on a foundation grant in 1987 while pursuing her undergraduate degree in Deaf Studies. It was Lynne Cook who connected Judi to the previous Deaf Studies Dept. Chair, the late Dr. Larry Fleischer, and this led to her employment with the department for ten years from 1989 through 1999. After nine years working in other offices on campus, including Student Development and Dean’s offices for both our college and the Mike Curb College of Arts, Media & Communication, Judi returned to work in the Department of Deaf Studies in 2008 and she has been with us for the last 12 years. Judi has devoted a total of 22 years to the department of Deaf Studies - she has been a very important part of our department and she will be greatly missed. |
Kathy Peckham-Hardin
Kathryn Peckham Hardin began her career at CSUN as an adjunct faculty member in 1996. She moved through the ranks to full professor in 2013 and department chair in 2015. Kathryn has had a profound impact on the Department, students, and the field serving students with extensive support needs. Her long-standing and close relationship with her mentor and the pioneer of inclusion for individuals with disabilities, the late Dr. June Downing, gives us a glimpse into Kathryn's life's work. Kathryn is a social justice champion. She has dedicated her scholarly work to further Dr. Downing's legacy, advancing inclusion and training teacher candidates to be strong advocates for students with extensive support needs. In particular, her emphasis on teaching systematic instruction and strategies to support students with significant challenging behavior has resulted in raised expectations and increased opportunities for a generation of students with extensive support needs.
Kathryn is a consummate mentor. She sees each of our teacher candidates as potential advocates and provides extensive mentorship and expertise to support their successful advocacy for their students. Her graduates have become mentors and leaders in the field of inclusive education, following in her footsteps. In addition to her strong mentorship of students, her work as a lifetime member of TASH and board member of Cal-TASH has focused on challenging educators, professionals, and families to understand the power of inclusion and its benefits for students and their families.
She has been an exceptional chair of the Department of Special Education, tackling challenges with grace and finesse and providing forward-thinking leadership. Her retirement will leave a huge void to fill; however, she has generously offered her consultation and guidance to assist the Department in navigating a comprehensive program redesign and enrollment management challenges.
Her retirement journey consists of remaining active in TASH and Cal-TASH, continuing her advocacy and social justice agendas, and spending more time with her husband Bob and their pets. |
Jo Runnion
With over 20 years at CSUN, Jo’s record of service reads like a who’s who in the grant world. Hired in 2000 by Deborah Chen and June Downing, Jo also worked with Arlinda Eaton, Hillary Hertzog and Harry Hillenbrand. It was while working with Harry, on Teachers for a New Era, that Jo met Ivan Cheng, with whom she has worked on grant projects ever since. Principle investigators are forever grateful for Jo’s organizational and administrative skills. In the TLCC, we are grateful for her extraordinary care and support. Jo’s presence will be greatly missed in the College and on this campus. If there is one word that describes Jo, it’s dependable. Whether it is planning an event or reconciling the budget, you can count on her to get anything done. But Jo is so much more than being a dependable professional. She is also someone who takes initiative. My first personal encounter with Jo was over 10 years ago when she initiated her services to support my ITQ grant. Once I saw her amazing organizational skills and her depth of knowledge, I realized that there was no way that I could ever survive without her. Over the past decade, Jo and I have gone through so much together. But more important than just being indispensable in supporting my grant projects, Jo has become a dear friend for which I am grateful. After all, to be considered a friend of Jo’s is one of the greatest privileges of my time at CSUN. Jo Runnion is the consummate professional and the most precious of friends. |
