Chronology of Band Directors
The Bearcat Bands have a history of directors that each contributed in their own way to the ongoing growth and development of the program over the decades through their time, talent, and leadership.
| Names | Years |
|---|---|
| Mr. Christopher J. Nichter | 2017-present |
| Dr. Terren L. Frenz, Sr. | 1994-2016 |
| Mr. Matthew McInturf | 1993-1994 |
| Dr. Terrence Milligan | 1979-1993 |
| Prof. Glenn Richter | 1977-1979 |
| Prof. Woodrow Hodges | 1973-1977 |
| Mr. Harry McTerry | 1972-1973 |
| Dr. Robert Wojciak | 1970-1972 |
| Dr. Roy Robert Hornyak | 1954-1970 |
| Mr. Robert Hamilton | 1949-1954 |
| Mr. Clarence E. Mills | 1947-1949 |
| Mr. Merrill B. Van Pelt | 1929-1947 |
| Sgt. Victor Norling | 1923-1929 |
| Mr. Ralph Van Wye | 1920-1923 |
The Bearcat Bands have been served over the years by associate and assistant directors that provided specialized leadership and make significant investment in the program's instruction and infrastructure.
| Names | Years | Roles |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. Andrea Meyer | 2022-present | Assistant Director |
| Mr. Nicholas Angelis | 2017-2024 2005-2016 |
Associate Director Assistant Director |
| Dr. Krista Mulcahy | 2018-2021 | Assistant Director |
| Mr. Ander Peterson | 2017-2020 | Assistant Director |
| Dr. Jody Besse | 2010-2017 | Associate Director |
| Mr. David Martin | 1999-2010 | Assistant Director |