Jim Boyes

Director, The Medina County University Center

jboyes@uakron.edu
330/721-2243

Biography

Jim Boyes joined The University of Akron as a Workforce Development Consultant for the Medina County University Center in July, 2008. He was named Director of the Medina County University Center in August 2009. Prior to joining the University of Akron he served as Superintendent of the Medina County Schools Educational Services Center and Superintendent of Buckeye Local Schools in Medina County.

Throughout his career, Jim has been active with the Medina County Economic Development Corporation, Medina County Workforce Development Board and other organizations involved with workforce development. 

Jim received his BA and MA from the University of Akron

Jeanette L. Berger

Academic Adviser II

jlb9@uakron.edu
330/721-2212

Biography

Jeanette L. Berger became a member of The Medina County University Center staff in October 2008 as an Academic Adviser. Prior to joining MCUC, she worked in the Office of New Student Orientation at The University of Akron's main campus for seven years. She has also been a Student Success Seminar instructor since 2005 and is affiliated with the Academic Advisement Center.

Jeanette earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Communication and Public Relations in 2004, and her Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration in 2006, both from The University of Akron. She hopes to start her Doctoral work very soon.

Connie King

Manager of Workforce Development

cking@uakron.edu
(330) 721-2239

Biography

The University of Akron Medina County University Center staff welcomed Connie King in November of 2010 as the Manager of Workforce Development. Connie brings to MCUC extensive work experience as an Operations Manager with the Corporate Learning Services Division of ACS/Xerox. In addition, her background includes corporate event and trade show management within the United States and abroad.

Connie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Baldwin-Wallace College. She lives in Medina with her husband and three sons.

David Maschek

Lead Computer Lab Support Specialist

maschek@uakron.edu
330/972-2216

Biography

David Maschek joined The University of Akron in January of 2008 as the Lead Computer Support Specialist of The Medina County University Center. Prior to joining The University of Akron, David worked as an Information Technology Consultant.

David earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree with major concentration in Computer Information Systems from Kent State University.

Roberta Menke

Facilities Maintenance Worker

menke@uakron.edu
330/721-2217

Biography

Richard Rho

Physical Facilities Maintenance Senior

rho@uakron.edu
330/721-2217

Biography

Richard Rho became Facilities Maintenance Senior for the Medina County University Center in March of 2009. Prior to joining MCUC, he was employed in the industrial sector as a machine builder, hydraulic technician, and hydraulic salesperson.

In addition to Richard’s industrial background, he has been involved in many aspects of property management.

Richard earned his Bachelor of Geography from Kent State University with concentration in land use planning.

Debbie Ruhe

Manager of Business Operations and Finance

druhe@uakron.edu
330/721-2210

Biography

Debbie Ruhe became Manager of Business Operations and Finance of The Medina County University Center in September 2008 although has been a part of the Medina Center since 2006. Prior to this promotion, she was Administrative Assistant since October 2007 and a part-time Program Assistant for the MCUC since October 2006. Debbie spent over 11 years at Kent State University Stark Campus as Assistant Director of the Office of Corporate and Community Services.

She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a concentration in training and development for business and industry.

Jennifer Schweitzer

Administrative Assistant

jschwei@uakron.edu
330/721-2210

Biography

Jennifer Schweitzer joined The Medina County University Center (MCUC) in April 2008 as Office Support Specialist. Prior to joining MCUC, Jennifer taught in the Kent City and Tallmadge City School Districts. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Youngstown State University and her Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a concentration in early childhood from Kent State University.

Mike Vonderau

Computer Support Assistant

mpb27@uakron.edu
330/972-2215

Biography

Mike Vonderau joined The Medina County University Center (MCUC) in 2008 as an Information Technology Student Assistant. In October, 2011, Mike became a part time MCUC staff member.  Mike is currently a student at the University of Akron pursuing a degree in Computer Information Systems.

Denise Testa

Associate Director of Student Services

dtesta@uakron.edu
330/721-2213

Biography

Denise Testa joined The University of Akron (UA) as Associate Director for Student Services of the Medina County University Center (MCUC) in January, 2007. As chairperson of the MCUC’s Student Services Support Task Force, Denise worked with UA departments and divisions to determine the delivery of on-site and distance student services including admissions, financial aid, registration, new student orientation and services for students with disabilities. In partnership with UA’s colleges/units, Denise also coordinates the Schedule of Classes, provides leadership in enrollment management and serves as an academic advisor.

Denise is a graduate of Leadership Medina County Class of 2009 where she co-chaired the class project, Food for Families, raising more than 16,000 pounds of food for the Coalition of Medina County Food Pantries. The Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Denise as an award recipient of the “30 for the Future.”

Prior to this position, she served for eight years as the Director of Enrollment Management and Student Services at Kent State University Tuscarawas. In that role, she worked with a team in order to design campus-wide short- and long-term enrollment management plans; develop strategic initiatives promoting student success; and deliver one-stop student services. Her experience also includes facilitating the research, development and implementation of new certificate and associate degree programs.

Denise received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts from The University of Akron. She lives in Canal Fulton with her children, Kayla and Alec, and husband, Brian.