Retired Employee Spotlight - Gale Yutzy
Nov 3, 2025 10:00 AM
eNews Retired Employee Spotlight highlights former employees who made a difference on our campus every day and helped to change the lives of our students. This edition of eNews features Gale Yutzy.
Department Retired From: Administrative Assistant, Department of Geography
How long did you work at FSU?
33 years
What 3 words can you use to describe FSU?
A small campus
What was your favorite thing about working at Frostburg State University?
My career at FSU in the Department of Geography started working on third floor in Dunkle Hall. Working alongside Mr. William Nizinski was an honor. We were a team along with Dr. Cotton, Dr. Riley, Dr. Small, Dr.Caupp, Dr. Duckson, Dr. Precht, Dr. Kessler along with other faculty throughout my time in the department. We were relocated to Gunter Hall in 2002.
What advice would you give to current students?
Learn time management skills - attend classes every day, plan out a study schedule, meet with advisor(s), learn resources in your department of study and on campus such as the tutoring center, student services, and financial aid. Get involved in social activities and meet other students.
What do you do for fun or keeps you busy in retirement?
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, riding my Harley, exercising and gardening.
Do you stay connected to other retirees or current faculty/staff?
Yes.
Gale has many family connections to FSU. Her daughter and son in law, Stephanie Carney Jones '11 and Matthew Jones '11 are both alums.