M TJinhersit^ "Bloomsburg "P^ .^^s.: 1 mm Bimrmu^r^ Tftmu§h Tfie Vmr£. ^^^ This photo of the lower section of was taken in 1915 campus Bloomsburg Life Student Life Graduation Patrons iS? 16^ /^ tf>:^ 1 i A/m,,,, BimmiSm ^ Hl^ri^ % Reprinted with permission from Bloomsburg: The University Magazine, Fall 2007. The Kozloff Presidency Story by Tracey M. Dooms How does BU President Jessica Kozloff want to be remembered? hope that people say, she than she found it, Kozloff says. think that's what every president wants to leave behind. I left this institution stronger I her 13 years as president of Bloomsburg University, Jessica Sledge Kozloff has forged a decisive path that has led to rising campus and a growing academic reputation. The road that led her here, though, was anything but direct, as she detored from her original destination of high school teacher. took that first administrative position because was trying to patch my career around my husbands, she says. In my mind, being in In enrollment, an improved physical I I the classroom was the ultimate aspiration. In fact, I felt sorry for administrators. Soon, however, Kozloff gained a different perspective. She not only found that being an administrator was satisfying, she discovered that she liked being able to influence decisions that could impact a broader group of students. Today, Kozloffs decisions directly impact more than 8,700 students annuallyplus thousands more who will benefit from her legacy the years following her retirement at the end of 2007. The path in to the presidency Growing up, Kozloff knew she wanted to work in education. She frequently tagged along with her father, who was superintendent of a small rural school district in Texas. always saw myself as a teacher, she recalls. Two powerful mentors reinforced her dream: Kozloffs high school drama teacher, who inspired her love of theater and made her realize how much a strong faculty-student relationship could mean, and a college political science faculty member, who encouraged her to think about teaching at the postsecondary level. With a bachelors degree in education and masters in political science from the University of Nevada-Reno (and later a doctorate in political science from Colorado State University), Kozloff moved to Colorado where husband Steve established his career. She taught political science courses at the University of Northern Colorado until her part-time position was eliminated. loved teaching and was absolutely devastated when that door was shut, she says. tell students that sometimes a very big disappointment can turn out to be a very positive influence in life, says Kozloff. She was asked to apply for a position as an assistant dean of students at UNC, where she had just lost her teaching job. really missed teaching, but soon learned that enjoyed having an impact on students in a different environment. Even today, her philosophy is a modification of the old saying that success comes from doing what you love. Instead, Kozloff says. Success comes from always finding something to love in what you do. Follow your heart and do what you I I I I I do what you love, you've got to learn to love what you're doing. came in 1985-86 when she served as an American Council on Education fellow, working with both the National Governors Association and the Education Commission of the States on improving undergraduate education. That experience really opened my mind to the possibility that could go much further in my administrative career than had anticipated, she says. While serving as vice president for academic and student affairs for the State Colleges of Colorado, Kozloff received a call from an executive search firm that wanted to present her as a candidate for university presidencies. have an incredibly supportive husband who said. Let's try it, she says. Because Steves family is from Pennsylvania, the chief job at Bloomsburg was appealing and, on July 1, 1994, she became the 17th president of Bloomsburg University. Students will frequently ask me, how does one become a president? Kozloff says. Most presidents that know didn't set out to become a president. tell students, prepare as best you can in whatever job you do. Be the best you can, and be open to new love, of course, but sometimes The watershed moment in to get to Kozloffs career I I I I I possibilities. Accessible but decisive Not only was Kozloffs path to the presidency influenced by her early moves to support her husbands career, but her presidential is affected by her gender, she says. can't speak for all female presidents, but think am probably seen as more accessible than the traditional image of a president, she says. That may be because came from the West, where the style and culture are more open and informal. But a lot of what bring to the position is grounded in my life as a mother and my experiences as a marhage partner. While Steve was so busy establishing his practice, made the decision to put my career on hold until the children were ready for school, she says. I'm so proud of them and have never regretted making that decision. Besides, learned a lot about patience and decision making from those full-time parenting days. Kozloff views her accessible image as a double-edged sword. There are times when have to make an unpopular decision and the reaction is stunned surprise, she says. Sometimes think people are a little taken off guard when the tough side comes out. have tried to model myself after leaders who listen and welcome differing viewpoints before they make a decision but who understand that ultimately a decision has to be made. style I I I I I I I I I I 16 One most difficult decisions involved the policy to arm university police. Her decision to recommend doing so came in the 999 Columbine High School tragedy and, in 2001 the Sept. 1 1 terrorist attacks and a major bomb scare on the Bloomsburg campus. When she brought the issue to BUs Council of Trustees for approval, police officers were armed at many of the 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. The decision was not popular with a very vocal part of the community, she recalls, but you just have to go ahead and make that decision. Although making unpopular decisions comes with the terntory, she says she tries to get consensus on as many issues as she can, a tie-in with the political science theory she learned in college. That theory differentiates between primary and secondary interests. A primary interest is one that is absolutely vital for the well-being of an organization; arming the police was one such issue for her. A secondary interest is an objective a person would like to accomplish, but isn't absolutely essential. She remembers several years ago when she suggested moving the husky statue from a spot where is less visible to a prominent location near a new brick walkway through the heart of the campus. Some folks started a drive to Save the Husky, she recalls. just said. Hey, forget the husky stays where is. of Kozloff's wake of the 1 , it it; I it Lasting legacy Over the past 13 years, Kozloff has been tempted with offers of other higher education positions, but never followed through. When Steve and made the decision to come here, was with the understanding that, worked out, we would stay here, she says. hoped that would be able to stay at least 10 years. Plus, had fallen in love with the place. When she retires on Dec. 31, 2007, Kozloff will have the longest tenure of any Bloomsburg University president since Harvey A. Andruss (1939-1969). Already, a few candidates for the position she is vacating have called her for information about Bloomsburg. tell them that they would be incredibly lucky to get this job, she says. This is a jewel. The retiring president is proud to note that all three former Bloomsburg provosts whom she has worked with have gone on to become presidents themselves. Just as mentors helped further her career, she focuses on mentoring others. What try to do with all the people who work for me is encourage them to be innovative, to be self-starters, she says. try not to micromanage. it I if I it I I I I I Kozloff is exploring her options for retirement, ranging from consulting to teaching at the doctoral level. I'm not ready to completely think still have something to give. Regardless of what she chooses, the focus of her life will be different. Both Steve and have been involved in professions where we have had to put our personal lives second, she says. It's time to put our marriage and family on the front burner. Still, the Kozloff's won't be leaving Bloomsburg University entirely behind. Already they have donated $50,000 to help fund an endowment for the Kozloff Undergraduate Research Awards. The Alumni Association is matching any additional contributions to the endowment, up to $25,000. Each award will provide a stipend for a student to work with a particular faculty member on a joint give up being involved with higher education, she says. I I I creative or scholarly project. When try to describe the essence of Bloomsburg University, that close faculty-student relationship comes to mind, Jessica Kozloff have been so fortunate during my career to have people mentor me and to help me see greater possibilities for myself. Steve and would like to be remembered here as helping that to happen. think thats an obligation that all of us have, to pass on to the next generation. says. I I I I - Tracey M. Dooms is a freelance writer and editor living in State College, Pa. Jessica Sledge Kozloff became president of Bloomsburg University on July 1, 1994. Before that, she was vice president for academic and student affairs for the State Colleges of Colorado, a system of four regional campuses serving 26,000 students. Previously, she held several administrative positions at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. Kozloff, 66, has taught undergraduate courses in political science at the University of Nevada-Reno, Colorado State University in Fort Collins, the University of Northern Colorado and Metropolitan State College of Denver, and was a member of the graduate Jessica Sledge Kozloff faculty at the University of Northern Colorado. An and consultant, she earned a doctorate in political science from Colorado State University. She completed science at the University of Nevada-Reno, where she also earned a bachelor's degree in education. Active in organizations on the local, national and international levels, Kozloff is chair of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and just completed a term on the board of directors of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. She serves on the Presidents Leadership Group of the Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention and, locally, on the Geisinger Health Plan and the Geisinger Indemnity Insurance Co. board of directors and the Geisinger Health System Community Advisory Council. She served on the National Collegiate Athletic Association Presidents Commission and continues to serve on task forces for the commission. She and her husband. Dr. Stephen Kozloff, are the parents of two married children and have four grandchildren. Both Kozloff's enjoy music and theater, as well as biking, hiking and golfing. author, lecturer masters work in political 17 U' 'U* -a«fc<- s^fe r ^ 25 ^£&mwi mWr w-*"",! 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Remember one Our love is thing with we want you to know: you wherever you go. Mom and Dad Erika Michelle Klara Congratulations! We Van der Mark-Geary are so proud of you! We admire and commitment to excellence. These qualities will serve you well in the years to come. It is a privilege to be your family parents, brothers and grandparents. We love you! We pray that you will continue to "walk in the ways of the your LORD integrity, dedication, God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that may be well with you, and that ye may your it prolong your days.) (Deuteronomy 5:33) Mama and Papa Max and Will Oma and Granddaddy Pappy and Janet Wap to go farebl ERF Jared Robert Fenstermacher we Today, as always, are so proud of you! We know how hard you have worked and hope all of your dreams for a successful life come true! No one would be more proud than "Pinky". Remember he's always with you! Love, Mom Mom Mom - Dad - Lauren Marmee - Pop Pop Jesse Alan Strieker Congratulations Jesse As we enjoy this graduation day with you, always remember we that are so very person you have become and all you have accomplished. May your future be successful and all your dreams come true. proud of the With all Mom our love. and Dad Heather Sage Heather, Congratulations on graduating from Bloomsburg University. We are very proud of tine dedication and desire that you applied in achieving the goals that you set for yourself. The memories that you have of the friends and people you met, the good times you had, and everything you accomplished will forever be in your heart. We love you and are so proud of you. You are our shinning star. The future and whatever you want Love, Mom and Dad is yours. Go get it! Spaeth Caitlin T. Caity of - you we - is so proud Keep going - Life are all just starting! Love, Mom and your sisters Aubry, Brenna, and Leah! (even the big guy is - proud!) Daniel Ron Anne Stefursky Congratulations Anne! We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. We know your patience and dedication will make you a wonderful teacher. May continued success, happiness and love Dear Dan The time has come for you move Love, Jeff you in all you do. to on. We congratulate you on your achievement. Wherever you go and whatever you do, our good wishes for you are endless as is our love. Mom, Dad, follow and Mark We love you! Mom, Dad and Lisa that Dustin Julian Myers appears that falling on your head hasn't hurt you at It all. You're definitely an MVP. Mom, Dad, Cameron, Amanda, Gabrielle, Ryan, Dave, Techi, David and Andrew Pamela Nicole Robustelli seems like only yesterday you said, "I do not know college is for me." Now look, in It if only 4 years you have achieved a dual major in Education. You have shown such strong perseverance and maturity throughout your years at Bloom, and no wonder you have blossomed it is a beautiful young woman. We are very proud of you and your accomplishments, such as making the Dean's List. You will go far in life as you have that special spunk. May all of your dreams come true, as you deserve nothing but the best. Never stop reaching for the stars, as nothing We will Mom, Dad, is into out of reach. love you always, Jennifer and Rosalina Gabrielle F. Miskinis Congratulations Gabrielle on your special day. You have always inspired the people around you and encouraged the others to do the right thing with your strong beliefs. You have so much talent and so many gifts and have always given of yourself. We wish you every opportunity awaiting you in the future and an extra chance of reaching beyond yourself and let your heart carry your destiny. You accomplished your dreams with great success and have achieved the extraordinary. Believe in tomorrow but don't forget the past. We are very proud of you Gabrielle and love you very much. Love always, Mom, Dad and Greg William Thomas Frank Congratulations on your graduation from Bloomsburg. We wish you continued success and much happiness in the future as you begin your next adventure in life. Love, Mom, Dad, Christopher and IVIegan Megan Elizabeth Messa Congratulations Megan, we are so very proud of you and the many accomplishments you have achieved while at Bloom U. Now a new chapter in your life begins and we know that you will be very successful in all of your future endeavors. All our love always, Dad, and Kyle Nicole Noce Congratulations Nicole. We are so proud of you You have worked very hard the past four years. We wish you a happiness and success. future full of Love, Mom, Dad, Mike and Kurt Mom Kelly Ann Miller Congratulations Kelly. Wishing you the very best as an elementary school teacher. We love you and are proud. Dad, Mom, Dee and Tyler Ember Dunlop Megan Elizabeth Falk lissf^^t- Today is your day! Your mountain waiting.... Be iiappy, We Megan. love you, Mom, Dad and Emily is Josh Hartle Dream big. Be happy. Never compromise on the things matter to you. This make is your that life - what you want to be. Believe in yourself, and there's no limit to what you can do. Now as you graduate, you can be sure that our love and pride will always be there to support and sustain you as you journey onward. Congratulations and "well done" son. Love - Mom and Dad it it Brianne Brigid Gallagher Congratulations Bree! You have achieved so much in the last four years. Be very proud of your success. Just your name brings a smile and wonderful memories Always remember Barcelona! Viva Espana! Love and best wishes for a wonderful to all of us. future! Mom, Dad, Bobby, Granmom, Family and friends 187 Joel J Lukus Dear We Joel, are so proud of you. worked so hard earn achievement. You to this Have a wonderful future of success. 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Congratulations Love Always, Mon and Dad Ember Dunlap It seems only yesterday my hand and now I know you will do my little girl was Bridget Ria Kaiogerakis holding you're graduating from college. well as you enter your career PROUD OF YOU in and everything you have accomplished. You have worked very hard and deserve the BEST of everything life has Nursing. I'm so to offer you. I LOVE YOU MOM Congratulations on your college graduation! We wish you a future filled with Love, good health, happiness, and success. of you! Love, Mom, Dad and Gary 190 proud we were when you took your first few baby steps and here you go taking your first steps into your new life. Where did the years go still remember each NOW I tremendous pride and much Love that we watched our baby girl grow to such a beautiful and intelligent young woman. day. Eric Nolting We're so proud How It is with Congratulations and God Bless you Love, Mom, Dad and Dean Rachel Leigh Brous We moved you into Columbia Hall on the Do you remember what we asked you just we heard morning of your before these words escape from your mouth, 1 8th birthday, we drove away? With "What do I when you were still a child. a touch of fear in your voice do know?" Our choral response suiprised you. "Anything you want to do." was to find success. Reflecting upon these last four years, watching you embrace your personal and academic accomplishments, we can only smile with pride while our hearts dance with joy. Fortunately, what you wanted As you get ready to begin a new chapter in your life, we hear you whisper the same question: "What do And with enthusiastic confidence, we repeat our initial response. "Anything you want to I do now?" do." The difference is that this time YOU know you can do anything you want because you believe in yourself. The Welcome future is knocking at your door, inviting you out the vast possibilities that exist. With LIVE! LOVE! Love, Pride and Respect: Daddy, Jennifer, David Infinite Mommy, Shawn Mark Forrest Shawn, You have made through Bloomsburg and we couldn't be more proud of you. Smile and show the world what it you've got to offer! Love, Dad, Mom, Brett and Toni to play. LAUGH! LEARN! Al Bino Dos pou sto "Give : move me a fulcrum, and the world." Congrats Al Bino I shall Archimedes - Class of 2007 - Enjoy the rewards of your perseverance and accomplishments and the miracle. - Love, Deb, Tia, Ralph, Susan, Eric, Bonnie, Landy, Suzanne, Jerrilyn and Todd. ("All I Need Is A Miracle") Christy Chester Rachael Ann Strycharz Christy, Congrats! We are so proud of you and what you have accomplished. We know you can do great things in whatever you decide. God Bless and We Good Luck, love you, Dad, Marianne, Torey, Ryan, and Pop-pop Joshua E Dinko You have worked very hard to get to this point in life. You have a great personality, drive, and Dearest Rachael, your determination. Good We are so proud of you. luck in grad school! 'm so proud to say congratulations. For of your dedicated hard work you're a all college graduate. You've achieved your Love, Mom, Dad, and Jason 192 Wishing you the brightest future. God bless always Dad and all your family + friends. goal.