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Staff Member

Campus Phone

Short Bio

Wendy Aldridge
Custodian, North Village

294-2092

I have worked at Furman since June 2007. I have earned an Associate Degree in Practical Christian Leadership from Bob Jones University and have worked at a Christian camp for two summers, along with numerous other jobs. At Furman, I love to see college students learn and be what they are called to do in the future. I like watching or talking about sports, shopping, spending time with my two nieces and one nephew, and love other recreational activities.

Maggie "Ruth" Blakley
Lakeside Housing Custodial Supervisor

294-2092

Ruth has been employed at Furman for 33 years. She enjoys meeting new students and loves her job. Her hobbies include cooking and spending time with family and grandchildren.

Jim Braziel
Assistant Director of Operations

246-4028

Jim has worked for Furman since 1996.  He has earned 18 credit hours from Furman.  Jim is retired from the Greenville County Sheriff's Office and is also an ordained Southern Baptist minister.  He spends all of his free time with his grandchildren.  The most rewarding part of his job is the interaction with the staff and students.

Christal Burnside
Custodian, Lakeside Housing

294-2092

Christal has worked for Furman a little over a year now. She enjoys her time here as everyday brings a new experience. She is a funny, friendly person who loves being around all the great students. When not working, she loves to work on computers and working puzzle books.

Jason Cassidy, Ph.D.
Director

294-2092

Jason has worked for Furman since 1999.  He earned a B.S. in Biology from Bethany College (Bethany, WV), M.S. in College Student Personnel Administration from Canisius College (Buffalo, NY), and Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Clemson University (Clemson, SC).  He enjoys playing basketball, watching sports, scuba diving, and anything outdoors.  Jason is married to an assistant principal at an elementary school and has two boys.  The most rewarding part of his job is watching Furman students grow and develop into leaders, as well as helping students through individual challenges in their lives.


 

Kimberly Dressler
Lakeside Housing Area Coordinator & Engaged Living Coordinator

294-2955

Kimberly Dressler has worked for Furman since 2006. Originally from Fort Thomas, KY, a suburb of Cincinnati, OH she moved to South Carolina in August 2000. She earned a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina (Columbia, SC). Kimberly was active in many student organizations while in undergrad, so she decided to pursue a career in Higher Education so she could inspire students the way her advisors had inspired her.  She earned a M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina as well.  In her free time Kimberly loves to hang out with her friends and family. She also likes traveling, meeting new people, photography, traveling, reading, and traveling more.

Angie Durham
Vinings Custodial Supervisor

246-4028

Angie has worked for Furman since 2004.  She enjoys riding motorcycles, bowling, and spending time at the lake in the summer.  The most rewarding part of her job is meeting a lot of friendly people, interacting one-on-one with the students, and the benefits extended to the children of employees.

Sheila Garren
Custodian, South Housing

294-2092

Coming soon...

Robbie Giles
Assignments Coordinator

294-3458

Robbie has worked for Furman since 1999.  She earned an AAS in Secretarial Science from Greenville Technical College (Greenville, SC).  She enjoys Furman football and basketball, crocheting, cross-stitching, spending time with her pets, and watching game shows.  Robbie is married to a career firefighter and has one daughter, a 2007 alum.  The most rewarding part of her job is staying in touch with the younger generation and watching students grow and learn from their experiences at Furman.

Brad Harmon, Ph.D.
Associate Director of Residence Life
294-3036 Brad has worked for Furman since 2008.  He is a 1997 alumnus of Furman with a B.A. in History., has an M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration from the University of South Carolina and earned his Ph.D. in Counseling and Student Personnel Services from the University of Georgia. Brad enjoys spending time with his fiance, visiting family and friends, watching college sports, traveling, and is an avid movie buff and science fiction fan.

Elizabeth "Greer" Helms
South Housing Area Coordinator & RLC Advisor

294-2345

Greer has worked for Furman since 2007. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Furman and a Master of Science in College Student Personnel Work from Kansas State University. Having spent several years away from her alma mater, Greer was thrilled to return to such a warm and welcoming environment. For her, the most rewarding aspect of her position is the give and take, reciprocal teaching relationship of working with students. In her free time Greer enjoys exploring the Upstate, walking her dog, going to the movies and staying in touch with family and friends throughout the US.

Linda Kitchen
Custodian, North Village

294-2092

Linda has worked for Furman since 1991.  She moved over to Housing in 1999 from the Paladen.  She enjoys reading, attending church, and collecting keychains and bears.  Linda is married and lost a 17-year old daughter to a car wreck in 1998.  The most rewarding part of her job is getting to work with the students and her coworkers.

Milford Latta
North Village & Bell Tower Custodial Supervisor

294-2092

Milford has worked for Furman since 1981.  He has technical training in automotive, autobody, air conditioning and refrigeration.  Milford enjoys hiking and reading about technical things.  The most rewarding part of his job is working with the people at Furman.

Roger Mahaffey
Custodian, South Housing

294-2092

Coming soon...

Teresa Ponder
Administrative Assistant

294-2092

Teresa has worked for Furman since 2005.  She attended Mars Hill College (Mars Hill, NC) and earned her certification in Health Sciences with a major in Massage Therapy from Greenville Technical College (Greenville, SC).  Teresa enjoys reading, gardening, and horses.  The most rewarding part of her job is the association with the students as well as staff. She also appreciates the beautiful campus and work environment.

Nancy Reaves
Custodian, Vinings

246-4028

Coming soon...

Patsy Richardson
Custodian, Lakeside Housing

294-2092

Patsy has been working for Furman since 1999. She first worked with Furman Patrol and transferred to the Housing Department in 2003. Being able to work with the students keeps her happy at work. Her hobbies include fishing, camping, and spending time with six wonderful grandchildren.

Tina Roach
South Housing Custodial Supervisor

294-2092

Tina has worked for Furman since 1998.  She enjoys going to the beach with her family and she likes to shoot pool.  The most rewarding part of her job is getting to work with the students and knowing them.

Carson Ruffrage
Vinings Manager

246-4028

Coming soon...

Lisa Sloan
Custodian, South Housing

294-2092

Lisa has worked for Furman since 2005.  She enjoys being a member of the Bikers for Christ, helping out with the boys' home, and feeding the homeless in downtown Greenville.  The most rewarding part of her job is the benefits extended to the children of employees.

Linda Sulek
Associate Director of Housing

294-2707

Linda has worked for Furman since 1985.  She earned associate degrees in Criminal Justice and Business Administration under the G.I. Bill following a tour of duty in the U.S. Army.  She enjoys ballroom dancing and hiking.  The most rewarding part of her job is being able to provide our residents and guests with timely service.  It is especially rewarding when she is able to share an e-mail of appreciation from one of our residents with her maintenance/custodial staff since they are responsible for taking care of our residents as quickly as possible.

Christine Williams
Custodian, Lakeside Housing

294-2092

Christine has been employed at Furman since 2002. She is the mother of two, grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of one. Her hobbies include reading, working crossword puzzles, and assembling puzzles.

Monica Williams
Custodian, South Housing

294-2092

Monica has been employed at Furman for one year. She enjoys working here because of all the new people she is able to meet. Monica is married and has three wonderful children.

Marian Woods
Custodian, North Village

294-2092

Marian has worked for Furman since 2003.  She enjoys working in the yard, arts and crafts, and going to the lake.  The most rewarding part of her job are the people (employees and students), the beautiful campus, and the benefits for employees.  Marian is just happy to be a member of the Furman family.

Edward "Eddie" Young
Assistant Director of North Village & Greek Life

294-3037

Eddie has worked for Furman since 2005. He earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Winthrop University (Rock Hill, SC) and a M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina (Columbia, SC). He enjoys exercising, music and mentoring. Eddie and his wife Adrienne have one child, Emmanuel Jeremiah. The most rewarding part of his job helping students to achieve greatness step by step.

 


 
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