AWARDED EMERITUS STATUS
Peter Gray — Department of Economics MS, Economics and Political Science, California Institute of Technology Senior Lecturer Peter Gray's 12 years at Central Washington University showcase a deep commitment to student learning, making him a deserving candidate for Emeritus Professor status. His effectiveness in the classroom was consistently noted by the Economics Department. Peter's teaching spanned diverse subjects at both undergraduate and graduate levels within Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, and Resource Management. He developed and taught courses such as Agricultural Economics and Policy and Energy Economics, demonstrating his ability to create engaging and relevant curriculum. He connected his extensive prior experience at institutions like Caltech's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Environmental Law Institute to his teaching, offering students real-world context in economics and statistics classes. Beyond scheduled classes, Peter was known for his consistent presence in his office, readily meeting with and advising students. His long-standing dedication to the White Pass Ski Area as a ski patrol member further exemplifies his commitment to service and willingness to assist others.
Robert Holtfreter — Department of Accounting PhD, Accounting, University of Nebraska
After over three decades of exemplary service, Professor Robert E. Holtfreter is retiring from Central Washington University, leaving behind a legacy marked by excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Joining CWU in 1993, Dr. Holtfreter has profoundly impacted students and colleagues through his expertise in managerial accounting and fraud examination. A prolific scholar, he has authored more than 100 articles in top-tier journals and served on editorial boards for several leading publications in forensic accounting. His national reputation as a fraud expert has elevated CWU’s academic standing and inspired generations of students, many of whom now lead in major organizations. Recognized with CWU’s Distinguished Research and Service Awards, Dr. Holtfreter also received the National Phi Kappa Phi Ray Sylvester Distinguished Service Award. His career has been dedicated to advancing knowledge, mentoring students, and serving the profession with integrity and distinction.
Anderson Parks — Department of Management MBA, Keller Graduate School of Management
Professor Andy Parks has contributed greatly with his contributions in teaching and service. With a career enriched by industry experience at Coca-Cola, Prof. Parks has delivered engaging instruction that bridges theory and practice, fostering student success through real-world applications and collaborative projects. His leadership in emotional intelligence and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has significantly impacted the university and broader community. As the Milton Kuolt Professor of Business, he has conducted DEI workshops nationwide, earning accolades such as the Reginald Wilson Diversity Leadership Award and was featured on a Harvard Business Review podcast. His roles as DEI Faculty Fellow and co-chair of Washington Employers for Racial Equity (WERE) initiatives underscore his commitment to inclusive excellence. Prof. Parks dedication has profoundly influenced students, faculty, and professionals alike.
Mark Pritchard — Department of Management PhD, Leisure Services, University of Oregon
During Dr. Pritchard’s tenure at CWU, he promoted curricula-wide industry integration via Service- Learning projects with corporate clients. This service-learning provided students with high impact projects. He organized an annual bootcamp with industry partners, developed and launched the NWCSB’s Certificate in Sport Business. Dr. Pritchard was the Founding Director of the Northwest Center for Sport Business (NWCSB) and co-chaired the CWU Economic Outlook Conference for two years. These two endeavors demonstrated Dr. Pritchard’s’ leadership ability in growing CWU’s sport business program. Dr. Pritchard was an active researcher with many publications and frequently the lead author. Dr. Pritchard received the Excellence in Research, Professional Service and Teaching Award during his time at CWU.
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