Meri, thank you for always being so wonderful, supportive, and caring in every aspect. So thankful to have you in my life and as a role model. Thanks for being a shining star to so many of us, the differences you’ve made, and all that you do. Looking forward to seeing all the great and…

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Thanks for everything Meri ♥️ You’re awesome and will be missed!

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Memories of Meri I was lucky enough to have her as a professor in 354, a mentor at NRAP, a role-model in parenting her son and finally seeing her volunteer in an apron grilling hamburgers at the Recovery Walk? What a legend! She is one of my heroes ❤ and our community is blessed to…

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if the sun has gone down, and I am still in the building working, often I need a break and walk around in the ORVIS building. if there is anyone at all still at their desk, it is probably Meri. She and I had some great conversations; solving the problems of the whole wide world…

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Meri, Congratulations! You played such a meaningful role in my personal and professional development. Thank you. I wish you happiness and joy in your retirement. Clare

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Meri, I am so thankful to have gotten to work with you during my internship for the Masters program I completed in 2019. I appreciate your willingness to let me step in for a bit and learn more about the CASAT minor from you and Debbie. I have missed seeing you in the office, but…

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Meri has always been kind, believed in, and supported me no matter where I was in life, or what journey I was on. Mari is more than a teacher to me, she is my mentor and friend. Thank you for your peaceful and strong spirit and support that have influenced so many students, interns, faculty.…

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Meri, I will always appreciate you and your spunk for working with students, helping people, and overall being a genuine kind person. I always enjoyed starting new adventures with you (SOPAS) and taking adventures with you. I hope you enjoy this time and find ways to stay on the go and inspire people and love…

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In the course of my considerable journeys, I’ve determined that the best people are those who put others first. They genuinely wish to improve the plight of those sometimes forgotten; or marginalized; or less able to fend for themselves. It seems that you Meri are such a person. I have heard exactly this from several…

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Meri: Thank you for all the amazing work that you have done in your career. I am very clear that much of my academic success came from having the support of NRAP in those early years. Your groups left an impression on me. Spending a weekend in Tahoe with you and the rest of the…

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