Bryan A. Pietras
Veterans Services Manager
Bryan A. Pietras is a U.S. Navy Veteran serving from 2004-2009 as a Corpsman, HM3 (SW). As a 2014 Owens graduate Bryan is excited to work with students and has a passion to serve Veterans, active-duty military service members, and dependents. He has served as a Board Member on Veterans outreach organizations and is thrilled to make a difference at Owens where her will continue to serve them as the new Veterans Services Manager. Bryan is available and happy to help the students at Owens Community College in Veterans Hall.
A native of the Point Place area Bryan is well connected to the community and looks forward to fostering new and existing relationships to further the support of our Veterans community and Owens as a whole. He will complete a Bachelors program in Organizational Leadership in the Fall of 2024. As a past financial advisor, he brings a unique perspective and brings the capabilities to handle and explain complex situations successfully, and leading through challenging times.
When Bryan is not working, he can be found spending time with his wife, Amanda and their two children, or enjoying life outside. He cheers on the Detroit Red wings and The Ohio State Buckeyes!
Daphne Kinkade
Processor, Veterans Services
My name is Daphne Kinkade; I am the new Processor for Veterans Services. I am a graduate of Owens Community College. I am looking forward to working with veterans and their families. Having worked within Student Services and Testing Services, I will bring my experience to assist Veterans Services.
My father and father-in-law were both in the service, one was in the Army and the other was in the Marines.
I have been married for 26 years to my husband Chris; we have one son Wyatt. We are all graduates of Owens Community College. My hobbies are genealogy, crocheting blankets, and reading. I enjoy watching both college and professional football.
I have worked in retail most of my life. When the last retail store I worked at closed, my husband told me I had nothing holding me back from going to college and earning a degree. I started as a student worker in the Student Service Center, then became a staff member with the Student Services. While working full-time, I was able to complete my degree in Medical Office Support. With the knowledge that I have learned during my time as a student and an employee at Owens, I will be able to better assist the Veterans and their families by processing the veterans benefits in a timely manner.
I am looking forward to having events in Veterans Services so that I will be able to meet and talk to veterans and their families.