Employee Recognition Awards

Unsung Hero Award

The Unsung Hero Award recognizes Division of Finance and Administration employees who consistently provide outstanding service/exemplary job performance without any expectation of recognition. The recipient shows continuous and tireless efforts of commitment and dependability while maintaining the highest ethical standards. The recipient of this award may be unaware of the valuable contribution they make and how others consider them as a vital member of the team.

Recipients

2023

  • Jenene Lewis, Human Resources
  • Guy Rhodes, Facilities Planning and Construction

2022

  • Mary Fowler-Hughes, Information Technology Services
  • Nathan Mills, Facilities Management

2021

  • Damien Allen, Institutional Research     
  • Lisa McDaniel, Information Technology Services

2020      

  • Michael Goad, Facilities Management
  • Kimberly Wilson, Office of the Bursar

Rising Star Award

The Rising Star Award recognizes Division of Finance and Administration employees who show a passion for their work and willingness to go "above and beyond" to reach identified goals. The recipient provides exceptional customer service, maintains a positive attitude and shows initiative.

Recipients

2023

  • Tonia Andrews, RUC, Office of the Bursar
  • Walker Nowers, Information Technology Services

2022

  • Stephanie Coles, RUC
  • Allison Gallimore, Controller's Office

2021

  • Vincent Moore, Facilities Management    
  • Kevin McDowell, Procurement & Contracts

2020      

  • Jeremy Jennings, Information Technology Services
  • Sarah Farmer, Payroll Department

Innovation Award

The Innovation Award recognizes Division of Finance & Administration employees who display leadership and dedication in promoting innovation on campus. The recipient demonstrates excellence in the application of existing or new technology in the development of new services or business processes and/or improvements to existing services or business processes.

Recipients

2023

  • Hunter Malcom, Procurement & Contracts

2022

  • Aaron Weeks, Information Technology Services

2021

  • Daniel McKay, Information Technology Services

2020      

  • Don Hall, Information Technology Services
  • Connie Leathers, Information Technology Services
  • Jo Ann Alger, Facilities Management

Last Updated: 8/23/2023