Gene and Elizabeth Brodosi
Gene and Elizabeth Brodosi
This memorial website is lovingly dedicated to the cherished memory of our beloved parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents, Gene and Elizabeth.
Both passed away October 2004.
GENE- 76, died 10/03. He was a mechanic, an Army Airborne veteran of WWII and a member of the American Legion. Survivors include two sons, two daughters, 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
ELIZABETH- 79, died 10/12, under hospice care. Born in Patton, Pa., she came here in 1956 from Williamsport, Pa. Survivors include two sons, two daughters, a brother, two sisters, 11 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren.
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David Brodosi
David Brodosi is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of expertise at the University of South Florida, where he has proven himself as a skilled team leader in the higher education sector. His work involves offering strategic guidance on technological trends and innovative strategies for cutting-edge classroom environments, course development, and support services for faculty design. Recognized as a thought leader in the convergence of audiovisual and IT, Mr. Brodosi’s insights help propel his organization toward fulfilling its mission of delivering top-tier research and technological solutions to educational institutions globally.
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David Brodosi
David Brodosi is a seasoned director-level expert at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg, where he spearheads strategic technological innovations and operations across teaching, learning, and instructional design. With a robust tenure of 27 years, David has been instrumental in bridging teaching methodologies and pedagogy with modern and evolving technologies. He oversees the integration of these technologies in various educational settings, including classrooms, online courses, and active learning labs.
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