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Michael Case
Michael Case is assistant vice president
and chief technology officer.
Q&A
Where did you go to school?
I attended the University of Oklahoma for
my first two years of undergraduate school
but finished in 1992 at Milligan College in
Tennessee with a degree in computer science.
I completed my master of business in 1997
from the University of Saint Francis.
What are some of your job
responsibilities?
I’m responsible for all of the information
technology-related needs for the University.
This includes the lab PCs; the network,
including wired and wireless; and our
connection to the Internet. I’m also
responsible for the server-based services
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such as the student information system,
learning technology, web functionality like
e-forms; the data we maintain and its security,
and MU phone and cable TV services.
What brought you to Manchester?
A chance encounter. I’m not one to review
the job postings in the newspapers but I was
scanning the paper one Sunday morning when
I saw the ad for my current position and it
spoke to me. I wasn’t looking for a job but
this opportunity intrigued me.
What are your hobbies?
My two daughters are my biggest hobby since
they keep me so busy. When I’m not playing
the role of a doting father, I’m a geek. I spend
a lot of time on the computer whether for
work or to pass time. I also enjoy reading,
watching movies, sports and various TV
shows.
Do you have any favorite stories that
happened while on the job?
All of my favorite stories involve the great
people with whom I’ve worked over the years.
There have been an incredible number of
times when we’ve shared a really good laugh
or worked together through difficult issues.
What do you like best about working
at Manchester?
The people and the mission. Especially the
people, because without them there would be
no mission.
What’s your best advice for students?
Always develop your grit. There will be times
that will challenge you seemingly beyond your
means. But grit and determination often lead
to success during these times.