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Christy joined the Student Services team in July 1999 as a Student Services Specialist and has held various positions throughout the College including Paraprofessional, Peer Tutoring Supervisor; Information and Recruitment Specialist; and Academic Advising Specialist.  She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rollins College and her Master of Science in Educational Psychology and her Doctorate of Philosophy in Educational Psychology from Capella University.  She lives with her husband and two children, Tommy and Amaleigh, in North Port.  In her free time, she enjoys family activities and reading Jonathan Kellerman and James Patterson novels. 

Favorite Quote: "I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it." – Charles R. Swindoll

Brenda earned her bachelor's degree from Valdosta State College in Valdosta, Georgia. She joined the Student Services team in July 2009 as a Clerk Specialist at the Information Desk and transitioned to Student Services Staff Assistant in January 2012. Brenda married her college sweetheart, John, in 1972. They have three children: Trey who lives in Bradenton, Charles who lives in Boston, and Ashley who lives in St. Augustine. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, reading (her favorite authors are Nora Roberts and Nicholas Sparks), and doing yard work. Brenda and John are also long time supporters of Young Life.

Favorite Quote: "It's not what you do, but how much love you put into it that matters." - Mother Teresa

Academic Success Center - Menu

Janice joined the Edison team in January 2004 as our Career Specialist.  In January 2008, she was promoted to Coordinator, Academic Success Center.  Janice currently oversees career services, tutoring and the math, writing, accounting, college prep, and computer science labs on the Charlotte Campus.  She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Ohio University.  She has three children and three grandchildren and enjoys golfing, reading, and family activities. Janice invites everyone to visit the Academic Success Center, we're here to help.

Favorite Quote: "Life isn’t about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself." - George Bernard Shaw

David joined the Student Services team as an Instructional Assistant in math in the Academic Success Center in April 2011. He enjoys music and woodworking and has been playing the drums for over 40 years. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Saginaw Valley State. He lives with his wife, Janesy, and two dogs, Carlie and Cadence.

Favorite Quote: "Imagine." - John Lennon

Quinton joined the Student Services team in January 2012 as an Instructional Assistant in Computer Science in the Academic Success Center. He received his Associate in Science degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design from the United Education Institute and an Associate in Arts degree from Edison State College in 2007. In 2011, Quinton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Florida Gulf Coast University. When he is not busy helping students in the Academic Success Center, he enjoys scuba diving and visiting the shooting range.

Favorite Quote: "What you don’t know can harm you more than what you think you know." - Anonymous

Taryn lives in Punta Gorda with her husband.  They have one son who lives in Portland, Oregon and a large extended family from California to Germany.  She earned her BS in Education from the University of Oregon.  She joined the Student Services team in September 2008 as a Paraprofessional developing and overseeing the Peer Tutorial Program. In August 2009, Taryn was instrumental in getting the Charlotte Campus Peer Tutoring Program certified by the College Reading and Learning Association. All Edison State College students are eligible for free peer tutoring, and Taryn is responsible for matching students with well qualified, trained peer tutors.  When she is not assisting students in the Academic Success Center, Taryn likes to read, travel, garden, swim and spend time with her family and friends.

Favorite Quote: "If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; that is where they should be.  Now put foundations under them." - Henry David Thoreau

Ginny joined the Edison team in February 2008 as a tutor working in the Academic Success Center.  Ginny graduated from Ohio Dominican College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education.  After a six year teaching experience in elementary school, she joined the business world working for AT&T.  In 2002, after a successful and fulfilling 23 years with the phone business in various departments, Ginny took early retirement with her husband, Dave.  After cruising through the southeast in a camper looking for a new place to call home, they found Punta Gorda. They packed up all their Ohio belongings and officially moved to Florida in 2003.  Ginny and Dave have no children, but Ginny has 10 brothers and sisters, and 17 nieces and nephews spread out over the whole country.  Ginny and Dave spend their summers on their 37 foot sailboat "Zephyr" on Lake Erie!

Favorite Quote: "Do more than belong: participate.  Do more than care: help.  Do more than believe: practice.  Do more than be fair: be kind.  Do more than forgive: forget.  Do more than dream: work." - William Arthur Ward

Paul joined the Academic Success Center as an Accounting Instructional Assistant in August 2011. Paul earned his B.S.B.A. in Accounting from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. His hobbies include working with investments, travel, golf and exercise. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, two daughters, and son.

Favorite Quote: "What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Enrollment Services - Menu

Andrae graduated from Edison State College with his Associate in Arts in 2003 and transferred to the University of South Florida in Tampa.  After graduating from USF with his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2005, he joined the Student Services team as a Student Services Specialist.  He transitioned from Admissions & Registration to Academic Advising in August 2007.  In July 2008, Andrae was promoted to the position of Coordinator, Student Services and oversees the daily operations of all services related to student enrollment. He is currently pursuing his MA in Management and Leadership with an anticipated completion date of Summer 2011.

Favorite Quote: "If you hang with the chickens, you will never soar with the eagles." - Fred Morgan

Ann Fritsch
Financial Aid Coordinator
   afritsch@edison.edu

Ann is originally from central New York. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from State University of New York at Buffalo and her Master of Science from Wright State University.  Ann joined the Student Services team in January 2006. She is married to Andrew Fritsch and has three young children.

Favorite Quote: "Character consists of what you do on the third and fourth tries." – James A Michener

Favorite Quote: "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy. Who will decide where you'll go." - Dr. Seuss

Mary originally joined the Edison team in August of 1990 as an adjunct faculty member in Early Childhood Education.  In January 1992, she began her career as an Academic Advisor and continued to teach part-time.  She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education from Keuka College, her Master of Science in Education from Elmira College, and her Doctorate of Philosophy from Syracuse University.  Mary has one son and a grandbaby who live in New York and she enjoys gardening.

Favorite Quote: "Aim for the impossible." - Mercer Mayer

Susan held a variety of part-time and temporary positions at Edison State prior to joining the Student Services team at the Charlotte Campus full-time in January 2010. She is a member of the first graduating class from Port Charlotte High School. She earned her BS in Communication from Florida State University. She is happily married to her husband John, and has two teenage boys, Corey and Andrew. In her free time, she likes to read and travel. Her favorite author is Maeve Binchy.

Favorite Quote: "Regret for the things we did can be tempered by time; it is regret for the things we did not do that is inconsolable." - Sydney Smith

Penny became a part of the Edison Student Services team in July 2008.  She started at the Information Desk greeting students and visitors with her warm, friendly smile.  In May 2009, Penny transitioned to the Admissions/Registration department.  When she is not helping students, she enjoys spending time with her family of three daughters, one son, and granddaughter.  She also enjoys crafts, cooking, and shopping.

Favorite Quote: "The more a man knows, the more he forgives." - Catherine the Great

Patti started with Edison State College as a part-time Clerk Specialist in the Faculty Office and moved over to Student Services full-time in July 2008 as a Student Services Specialist.  Patti holds Certificates in both Computer Technology and Medical Terminology.  She has been married to her husband, John, for over 20 years and has two children, John and Chelsea.

Favorite Quote: "The greatest achievements were at first and for a time dreams." - James Allen

Charmaine joined the Student Services team from Broward Community College in November 2007 as a Student Services Specialist.  In March 2008, she transitioned to Testing Specialist and oversees all placement and eLearning testing.  She also manages our dual enrollment program as a liason with local high school guidance counselors. Charmaine earned her BS in Interdisciplinary Studies from Hodges University and is currently pursuing her MA in Counseling at Webster University.

Favorite Quote: "Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow."   - Ronald E. Osborn

Recruitment - Menu

Cindy joined the Student Services team in October of 2007 as a Student Development Specialist. In July, 2008 she transitioned into student recruitment. She coordinates all aspects of new student recruitment including the Student Ambassador Program and serves as co-advisor to Project HOPE. In 2009, she became an adjunct professor teaching SLS courses. Cindy earned her B.S. from Towson State University, her M.A.S. from The Johns Hopkins University and her Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education from Loyola University of Maryland. For relaxation, Cindy enjoys going t the beach, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.

Favorite Quote: "As one person I cannot change the world, but I can change the world of one person." – Paul Shane Spear

Student Life - Menu

Mike joined the Student Services team as our Student Life Specialist overseeing all student activities in October 2009. He enjoys playing and watching football, hiking, camping, fishing, and going to the beach with his fiance, Jordan, and their dog, Bailey. He graduated with his bachelor's degree in sociology and criminal justice from SUNY Potsdam in NY and earned a Professional Teaching Certificate from Manatee Community College. Mike is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management from Hodges University.

Favorite Quote: "If at first you don’t succeed; you are running about average." - M.H. Alderson