In May 1974, Eileen found her second home. She joined the School of Pharmacy as the secretary to Fred Gable, assistant dean for admissions and student services. He was an incredible mentor and encouraged her to take on more responsibility. Within in a few years, Eileen was overseeing Admissions and Student Services. This was a unique opportunity to meet the students as applicants and guide them through to graduation.

Starting in 1980, Eileen worked closely with Adelaide Van Titus, who became the first woman pharmacy dean in the nation, and later with Dean Peter Doukas.

With the support of the administration, staff, and faculty, Eileen was able to provide students the services necessary for their success. Her watchful eye allowed her to help when a student was struggling either personally or academically. She wholeheartedly embraced the TUSP family, ensuring a student was never alone in their time of need. Her advocacy for students was tenacious, as she consistently supported and advocated for them.

In addition to her TUSP responsibilities, she served on numerous task forces and committees at the university level, ensuring pharmacy student concerns were included in the conversation. Her involvement at the university level enhanced services for students both academically and personally. Eileen was appointed as one of the first university ombudspersons working with the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance.

Eileen would like to thank “her students” for allowing her to share in their TUSP journey. Her life has been forever enriched.