Leadership Team
Michael Hill
Director, Public Safety
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With more than 30 years of higher education safety and security experience, Mike has focused on building and strengthening campus and community partnerships as well as improving department operations and increasing the use of technology. A decorated 25-year Army veteran who retired as an officer and human relations specialist, he earned a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and is a certified protection professional, as well as a self-defense and nonviolent crisis-intervention/de-escalation instructor. Mike serves as the president of the Delaware Valley Campus Security Directors Association and has been recognized in the region and nationally for his efforts. (He/Him/His) (Joined 2012)
John Bera
Associate Director, Public Safety Engagement
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John began his career with the District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department, and later served in the Haverford Township, Pa., Paramedic Department. He earned a B.A. in political science from Ursinus College and an M.S. in disaster medicine and emergency management from Philadelphia University. Prior to Swarthmore, he served as the director of campus safety and dean on duty at Ursinus, and served as a member of the student affairs senior leadership team. (He/Him/His) (Joined 2020)
Colin Quinn
Associate Director, Public Safety Operations
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Colin has 12 years of experience in public safety and emergency management. Almost 10 years of that experience is within higher education, including at Drexel University. Prior to Swarthmore, Colin worked in the global emergency travel assistance field conducting medical and security evacuations. He is an experienced public safety communication center instructor, and has worked collaboratively with many colleges, universities, and agencies to develop programs that empower community members to feel safe on campus. Colin earned a B.A. from La Salle University and an M.S. from Drexel University. (Joined 2022)
Candis Evans
Community Resource Manager
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Candis brings more than 14 years of public safety experience to Swarthmore. Prior to joining the College, she served as a public safety lieutenant at La Salle University, where she studied criminal justice and human services and earned an A.A. in liberal arts. Her devotion to serving the community underscores her enthusiasm for mentoring students. In addition to her work at the College, Candis is currently pursuing her B.A. and is developing a nonprofit organization to support a safe and healthy environments for youths. (She/Her/Hers) (Joined 2020)
Eric Lillie
Community Resource Manager
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Eric returned to the Public Safety team after serving as lieutenant of operations for campus safety at Widener University Delaware Law School. He previously served at Swarthmore as a corporal. Eric brings 10 years of experience in the campus safety and justice administration fields. In 2016, he earned an M.S. in justice administration at the University of Louisville. (Joined 2020)
Sean Gallagher
Community Resource Lead
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Sean comes to the College with over 20 years of experience in the fields of law enforcement, safety, and corrections, having worked for both Delaware and Chester counties. He is a graduate of the Delaware County Community College Municipal Police Academy.
Raheem Jackson
Community Resource Lead
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Raheem is an eight-year military veteran with over 15 years of experience in the fields of law enforcement and security. He is currently pursuing a degree in organizational leadership. The father of three daughters, Raheem enjoys hiking and cartoons, and loves the Dallas Cowboys.
Josh Smedley
Community Resource Lead
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Born and raised in Philadelphia, Josh graduated from Ursinus College with a B.A. in sociology and politics. He then spent nearly 10 years as an indigent defense paralegal with the Federal Defenders. He also spent significant time as the co-operator of a safety and security training company based in the Philadelphia area. Josh currently enjoys being a single father and raising his son, and recently returned to school for a graduate degree in psychology.
Andrew Smith
Community Resource Lead
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Andrew has 12 years of experience in the security and customer service industries, and has pursued coursework in early childhood education at Delaware County Community College. Andrew enjoys smoking BBQ in his spare time and taking his kids fishing.
Tina Wallen
Community Resource Lead
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Tina is a nationally registered EMT and worked at the College for 15 years before joining Public Safety. (She/Her/Hers)
Community Resource Officers
Nicholas Borak
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications/Investigator
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Ofc. Borak came to Swarthmore after 25 years in the Ridley Township Police Department. He is a graduate of the Delaware County Community College Police Academy. (He/Him/His)
Sandra Briggs-Edwards
Act 153 Compliance Liaison
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Sandra is a communications professional. She is a certified telecommunications dispatcher with more than 20 years experience as an administrative assistant. Sandra is also the Act 153 background clearance liaison in conjunction with Human Resources. When not on campus attending events and supporting our community, Sandra also works as a certified nursing assistant. (She/Her/Hers)
Marisa Daniels
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Marisa brings an observant, safety-focused mindset to Swarthmore, with over eight years of experience in the fields of surveillance and school security. Her favorite place on campus is the Black Cultural Center.
Allisa Dyitt
Communications Officer
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Allisa has 25 years experience in telecommunications and emergency operations at Main Line Health. (She/Her/Hers)
Dannie Hampton
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Dannie comes to Swarthmore with over a decade of experience working in security and public safety in higher education, at both Thomas Jefferson University (formerly Philadelphia University) and at LaSalle University.
Gregory Hartley
On Call Public Safety Officer
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Maleek Hughes
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Maleek is certified under the Pennsylvania Private Security Act and has worked in both the private sector and the field of secondary education. He is enthusiastic about expanding his experience in Public Safety and community engagement.
George Iredale
On Call Public Safety Officer
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George joined the Department of Public Safety after a 25-year career with the Pennsylvania State Police. He was the department’s lieutenant for five years, and has since been serving the College in a part-time capacity. (He/Him/His)
Ashley Jackson
On Call Public Safety Officer
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Ashley has worked in public safety for three years, including as a school safety officer with the Philadelphia and Lansdowne school districts. (She/Her/Hers)
Adrian Kenny
Community Resource Lead
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Thomas Kincade
On Call Public Safety Officer
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Ofc. Kincade has more than 30 years of public safety experience, including as an officer at Harcum College. (He/Him/His)
Bruce Lee
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Bruce has experience in both teaching and law enforcement. He worked for the Wilmington Police Department for nine years before serving as the dean of students at Chester Community Charter Schools. He majored in criminal justice and education at Delaware State University. Bruce is a dedicated husband, parent, and community mentor, as well as an anime enthusiast.
Jake McGee
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Jake graduated from West Chester University with a B.S. in criminal justice. Prior to joining Swarthmore, Jake was a correctional officer at Chester County Correctional Facility. Jake has also spent time working in both the security and private investigation fields. (He/Him/His)
Chris Sharp
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Chris was born and raised in Delaware county, Pa. He has experience in customer service as well as in the field of security and executive protection, and has worked in private schools.
Bob Stephano
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Ofc. Stephano is a graduate of the Delaware County Community College Police Academy and a volunteer firefighter. (He/Him/His)
Ed Williams II
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications
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Michelle Wollman
On Call Public Safety Officer
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Michelle is a certified telecommunications dispatcher. (She/Her/Hers)
Administrative Support Staff
Meg Browne
Administrative Assistant I
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AA Browne, a former dispatcher in the Communications Center, attended Neumann University. (She/Her/Hers)
Mary Lou Lawless
Assistant to the Director & Office Manager
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AA Lawless is a graduate of Harcum College and Polley Real Estate School. (She/Her/Hers)
Shuttle Drivers
Robert Bennett Jr.
Shuttle Driver
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Catherine Brownell
Shuttle Driver
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Joe Caruso
Shuttle Driver
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Bob Constantine
Shuttle Driver
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Rudi Doeller
Shuttle Driver
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Purcell Hollis Jr.
Van Driver, Chester Children's Chorus, Chester Children's Chorus; Shuttle Driver, Public Safety; Van Driver, Educational Studies
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Anthony Jackson
Shuttle Driver, Public Safety; Van Driver, Chester Children's Chorus, Chester Children's Chorus
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Allen Logan
Shuttle Driver
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Steve Scercy
Shuttle Driver
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Yvette Williamson
Shuttle Driver
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