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In the Spotlight: Margie Boyle Murphy ’19

Margie Boyle Murphy ’19 is deputy human resources director for the City of Aspen in Colorado. “There is so much strength and value in the education I obtained. It not only taught me the foundations of human resources but also gave me the skills to learn and adapt quickly,” says the Lycoming College alumnus business administration major and psychology minor.

Why did you choose to attend Lycoming College?

I attended Lycoming College because of its robust programs paired with its small population. I valued the opportunity to receive a well-rounded education with smaller class sizes and establish close relationships with my professors.

What is one of your favorite memories, classes, professors, or activities while attending Lycoming College?

My favorite memories at Lycoming were my business classes with Dr. Pat Coyle, late nights studying at Snowden, and really just attending classes and activities all over campus. I also participated in a trip to Washington, D.C., that became a core memory for me. The culture was always so positive and uplifting.

How has your education at Lycoming influenced or helped you in your life and career?

My education from Lycoming directly relates to the work I do now. It helped me develop the knowledge and skills I needed to be a highly competent HR professional and accelerate my career so quickly.

What are one or two of your proudest professional or personal accomplishments that occurred after graduating from Lycoming in which your education played a role?

In 2021, nearly two years after graduating from Lycoming, my now husband (a Pennsylvania College of Technology alumnus) and I had the opportunity to relocate from where we grew up in Royersford, Pa., to Aspen, Colo. In the five years we’ve lived here, I’m extremely proud of the way my career has developed. I’ve worked my way up through the ranks in human resources. I began at The St. Regis Aspen Resort, where I won 2021 Employee of the Year as their HR coordinator. At Aspen Meadows Resort, I started as an HR coordinator and was promoted to people operations manager after a year of service.

Currently, I’m employed with the City of Aspen, where I am deputy HR director. Since my education relates to my current work, I give a lot of credit to my time at Lycoming when reflecting on how I got to where I am today. There is so much strength and value in the education I obtained. It not only taught me the foundations of human resources but also gave me the skills to learn and adapt quickly.

How do you give back or engage with Lycoming College?

I stay informed on social media and talk about Lycoming with anyone who will listen. I’m very proud to be an alumna and grateful for how my education has supported my career growth.

In the Spotlight recognizes members of our alumni community who are doing great things that have been influenced by their time at Lycoming College. Alumni Spotlight submissions are used at the discretion of the College and may be included in the monthly eNews as space and time permit. To participate, submit an Alumni Spotlight questionnaire.