Joining the political science department twenty eight years ago, Dr. Mark Rushefsky retired in May, 2014. Mark leaves behind a distinguished record of teaching, research, and service. More importantly, Mark leaves a legacy of collegiality and professionalism that will be greatly missed. Although officially retired, Mark will continue to teach Health Policy and lend his expertise to future E-MHA cohorts. We wish him well as he moves to emeritus status and takes on the role of full-time grandpa. A farewell dinner was held a Mille’s Turn of the Century Cafe in downtown Springfield.

Mark and Cindy Rushesfky

Denny and Mary Pilant

The department with special guests, Gordon Friedman, Lynna Roller, and Dee Olson