Paul Hartman, Jane Bentham and George Wibby

Jane Bentham has served Oakland University and the athletic department faithfully for over 25 years. Her dedication can not only be measured in terms of longevity, but also her daily devotion to her job. No one knows when Jane arrives in the morning because she is always there before anyone else. Throughout the day she deals with a variety of staff members and their problems.

To the students she is a friend concerned about their well being. A former student and recent Hall of Honor inductee put it best in writing "Congratulations on your upcoming, well deserved honor. The continuity you have provided the athletic department, your sincere concern about the success of the program and the student-athlete, your concern about them as people, have been rewarded by this recognition as well as the trust and respect you have earned and enjoy from your friends and fellow workers."

For anyone to work at the same job for 25 years is reason enough to give recognition. To work at the same job with enthusiasm, courtesy, and professionalism while providing a valuable source of leadership and information is cause for celebration.