BHSU HONORS RETIRING FACULTY AND STAFF 

Black Hills State University celebrated ten retiring faculty and staff members during the Retiree Reception held on campus Wednesday, April 30. Altogether, this year’s retirees gave approximately 221 years of service to the University and the South Dakota Board of Regents. 

“We hold a great deal of gratitude and appreciation for these faculty and staff who have given so much to our university,” said BHSU President Steve Elliott. “Their commitment to excellence, passion for education, and tireless efforts have inspired our students as well as colleagues throughout the years. While we will miss their presence, we are pleased to celebrate their achievements and the legacy they leave behind.” 

Retirees recognized included:  
Gary Callies, custodial services supervisor - 6 years 
Laura Colmenero-Chilberg, professor of sociology - 21 years 
Connie Feist, head women’s triathlon coach – 8 years 
Paul Kohler, facility worker – 16 years 
Charlie Lamb, professor of biology and chief research officer – 30 years 
Fae Marshall, facility worker - 11 years 
Shane Sarver, professor of biology - 28 years 
Roxy Schmit, application/business project manager – 45 years 
Brian Smith, professor of biology – 28 years 
Nicholas Wallerstein, professor of English – 28 years  

Retiring staff and faculty with 20 or more years of service were given special recognition for their long-term dedication with a complimentary lifetime activity certificate for admission to BHSU events. 

Back, from left: Charlie Lamb, Paul Kohler, Brian Smith, and Gary Callies.
Front, from left: Roxy Schmit, Laura Colmenero-Chilberg, and Fae Marshall.