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Thank you very much for the opportunity to be a part of your Graduate Program at SBU. I have gained more confidence and tools for teaching because of you! Happy Retirement!
Jenni Bayless

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Thank you for all of your contributions to SBU and our students.  Wishing you the best as you move on to your new adventure!  I am sorry I was unable to make it to your reception.
Lee Skinkle

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It has been such a blessing to have gotten to know you over the past 10 years my friend.  Enjoy your retirement to the fullest as you head in to this new chapter in life.  May God bless you and your family!
Susan Cooper

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Thank you for all of your wisdom and guidance. I have enjoyed your classes in my time at SBU and appreciate the academic and life lessons I learned while in your courses. Enjoy your free time and congratulations on a retirement well deserved!
Laura Kohnen

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Thanks first of all for introducing me to SBU Graduate Department! Thanks second for being a great friend and inspiration to me and to the department over the past 8 years. I look forward to spending time together but will sure miss you at work!
Nancy

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Dr. Hedgpeth,

Thank you for supporting my journey as a lifelong learner, through my Masters program at SBU. I enjoyed your classes, and appreciate all of your support and advice. I hope that retirement treats you well!
Laura LaSalle

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I have been honored to work with you these past three years. You are creative, innovative, and caring.  I appreciate how you are a blessing to those around you!!
K. Patterson

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It was my pleasure to get to know you as one of our Grad Ed faculty when I came on as dean. You were always so positive and delightful in your way around the office. Thank you for your service to SBU and spreading our excellence wherever you went, because you too are an excellent faculty member. I wish the best of God's blessings to you and your future.
Kevin Schriver

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Enjoy every moment, wishing you the best.

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Stacy Soden

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Thank you for always sharing your shining smile and expertise with your fellow colleagues and students over the years!  You truly have been a blessing!  May God bless you in your next endeavors!
Jennifer Fox

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You were the true inspiration and light through my doctoral journey!  Your wisdom and realism provided so many perspectives to what it means to be an educational leader.   I will forever be grateful for the imprint that you have left on me.  May you always know the impact you have had on the educational community across the state and beyond!

Best wishes,
Martha Doennig

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Congratulations on your 'retirement' -- although I'm guessing it will be the beginning of another new adventure. :-)
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with others!
Best wishes,
Karla Spear

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You have been such an asset to SBU! We will miss your leadership and advocacy for our students here. Thank you for all you have done to invest in our students and in US! I pray God richly blesses you as you venture to your next great thing!
Blessings,
Julie Bryant