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sydney’s corner – How to Maintain Focus
We all know how easy it is to be distracted from accomplishing tasks. This is especially true when the weather is warm (I mean, have you seen those birds out there?) I’m Sydney, the emotional support dog, and I’m here to share tips on how to maintain focus during...
Celebrating Life: Creative Approaches to Personalized Funeral Services
A funeral is often referred to as a celebration of their life. It is a somber occasion, but the loved ones of the deceased will share the happy memories they had together in remembrance. Oftentimes, the family and friends of the deceased will want to personalize the...
Caring for the Grieving: The Importance of Compassion in Funeral Services
In most cases when people think of funeral service, they imagine all of the acts of caring for the dead: embalming, dressing up the deceased, and more. But one aspect of the funeral service industry that many people may not consider is the importance of compassion in...
10 Reasons You Should Enroll in PIMS This Fall
Mortuary school is not for everyone, but it could be for you. Maybe you are considering a career change, or maybe you have realized that a traditional college setting isn’t for you. If you have discovered the world of mortuary science and it intrigues you, here are 10...
Ways You Can Be An Ally During Pride Month
With June being Pride Month, many individuals are trying to find ways to show their allyship to the LGBTQIA+ community. (This stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual/aromantic, and more). During a time where many states have been...
PIMS ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dr. Barry Lease was appointed the new President and Chief Executive Officer of PIMS. Dr. Lease’s new role was effective beginning on April 2, 2023. Dr. Lease was a student at the Institute in the 1980s. He initially joined the team as a part-time Clinical Embalming...
sydney’s corner – How to Maintain Focus
We all know how easy it is to be distracted from accomplishing tasks. This is especially true when the weather is warm (I mean, have you seen those birds out there?) I’m Sydney, the emotional support dog, and I’m here to share tips on how to maintain focus during...
Student Spotlight: Camille Redman
Hi, my name is Camille Redman. I was born and raised here in Pittsburgh. I am the youngest in my family and am the second college educated in my immediate family following my older sister. I currently live with my girlfriend and our two dogs and will be soon starting...
Student Spotlight: Larrionna Umphryes
My name is Larrionna Umphryes and I’m from Flint, Michigan. Funeral Service has been a passion of mine since I’ve graduated high school. When I had opportunities to job shadow in this field, I knew that it was for me. Since then, I’ve been pursuing this dream of mine....
Student Spotlight: Nia Collins
Hi my name is Nia Collins. “Nia” is a name with Swahili origins meaning “purpose.” Throughout my life, people have asked, “What is my purpose in life?” I have always said that my purpose is to serve others. It is something that is nature to me. My career started in...
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Please note that our offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal hours tomorrow.
Roger dedicated his life to the fields of anatomy, embalming, and mortuary science, serving as an esteemed instructor at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science until his retirement in 2013.
Roger's contributions to his profession were unparalleled. His passion for sharing knowledge earned him countless honors and awards, and his wisdom resonated far beyond the classroom through his many public speaking engagements. For his students, he was more than a professor; he was a storyteller, weaving legendary tales that brought his lessons to life and left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of learning from him.
Beyond his academic achievements, Roger was a man of immense kindness and compassion. He was deeply committed to giving back to the community, spearheading annual holiday drives to feed those in need. His generous spirit and genuine care for others inspired all who knew him.
While his passing leaves a void in our PIMS Family, Roger’s legacy of excellence, dedication, and kindness will live on in the countless lives he touched.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all those mourning his loss. Rest in peace, Roger. You will be dearly missed!
Please feel free to share your memories and stories of Roger in the comments. Let us honor his life by celebrating the incredible person he was. 💚
Obituary: https://www.hoeningfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Myron-Roger-Walker?obId=34380890
Today, we’re excited to kick off our new campus and online Spring Term! 🎓 Whether you're pursuing your dreams on campus or learning from the comfort of your home, we're thrilled to have you with us this semester.
📅 Thinking About Joining Us?
Enrollment is open for future classes! Now’s the perfect time to take the next step in your education journey.
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Please join us in celebrating our “future funeral directors” on Friday, January 10th! 🥳💚🎓
Everyone is invited to attend and celebrate. 🎉
The ceremony will be professionally filmed, and available on our YouTube channel after the ceremony for anyone who can not make it in person.
