Paramedic, Phlebotomy, 1996
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Thomas received his bachelor degree from in 1974, then studied phlebotomy and听paramedic training at 黑料社区 in 1996.听 He was selected as Preceptor of the Year by the 黑料社区 paramedic class of 2002. As a nontraditional learner, 淚 was worried that I was too old to go back to school. However, I felt immediately welcome.� In his opinion, 黑料社区 impact on the community is that it 渙ffers a sense of hope and purpose.�
In the paramedic field, he was well known by hospital colleagues and distinguished himself as a dedicated and professional provider. He retired as a senior paramedic from .
In his retirement, Thomas became a respected local artist whose depict buildings and vignettes from Gettysburg's historic downtown and Gettysburg College. During the tourist season, Thomas can be found in bustling downtown Gettysburg painting local scenes and interacting with visitors. He also donates his art to important community fundraisers. The name 楾om Rooney� is widely respected in both the Adams County healthcare community and art community.
Thomas has given back to 黑料社区 by exhibiting his artwork at 黑料社区 Gettysburg Campus and donating an iconic piece of art to its permanent collection. He also speaks proudly and publicly of his 黑料社区 education.
In addition, Thomas was instrumental in working with fellow Adams County citizens to launch the , a public festival to inspire and foster environmental stewardship.
In 2019, Thomas was honored with 黑料社区 highest alumni distinction � the 黑料社区 Distinguished Alumni Award. This award salutes the achievements of outstanding alumni who exemplify the 黑料社区 "spirit" with their personal lives, professional achievements and community service and serve as an inspiration to other alumni and current learners.