Shout Outs

Brianne is doing an AWESOME job of facilitating and coordinating school placements for our students in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Foundations. It is a very complex, detailed job with a lot of moving parts, and she accomplishes it with great skill and cheer. Thanks, Brianne!!!

I was fortunate to work closely with Amy a few years ago and to see how much she cares for our EIU students. She's doing a fantastic job in her position and brings her heart to every task she undertakes. EIU is fortunate to have someone so dedicated to our students and their success.

Karla is incredible at customer service. Every time our department has collaborated with her on an event she offers great ideas, ensures that we don't miss anything, and then does everything possible to execute a perfect event. EIU is fortunate to have someone who works so hard to make sure we all look good. Thanks for being fantastic Karla!

Julia thank you for everything you do for Housing and Dining. You have the vastest knowledge of Housing and if there is ever a question you are the 1st person anyone should call. You great everyone with a smile and kind words and it is very much appreciated. Thanks for everything.

A huge thank you to Kyle Cody, Library Operations Associate, in the Center for Student Innovation, for going above and beyond during the recent inclement weather. When others were unavailable for the night shifts, Kyle stepped up without hesitation—staying late, taking on different duties, and ensuring the library remained open for our students. As the only “skeleton crew” member on-site who knew circulation procedures and how to close the building, he was absolutely essential in making it all work. Kyle’s dedication, flexibility, and team-first attitude are always on display and this was only the most recent example. 

A huge thank you to Wes for walking me through setting up a network drive this morning! I had no idea where to start, and you made the process simple and painless. I really appreciate your help!

Lisa is one of my favorite employees at the Food Court. She is always moving, always working hard. She keeps the front of the Food Court running very well and always does it with a good attitude and a smile on her face! Keep smiling lisa!!!

Shari is such a huge asset to the Housing and Dining department. She goes above and beyond in everything she does and is always willing to help. EIU is very lucky to have her and everyone would be better off knowing her. Thanks, Shari, for everything you do for all of us, it doesn't go unnoticed.

Tracy is always so helpful and patient with any questions and help that I need. I am not the most tech savvy, and she explains how to do things very well.

The Tarble staff would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to the Panther Catering team for their incredible support at the Art From Here opening reception. Both Talaya Warfield and Anaja Smith played a key role in the success of the event, and we regret that their contributions were not properly acknowledged that evening. We are so grateful for your flexibility and dedication, and your hard work truly made a difference. Thank you again for everything you did!

The Tarble staff would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to the Panther Catering team for their incredible support at the Art From Here opening reception. Both Talaya Warfield and Anaja Smith played a key role in the success of the event, and we regret that their contributions were not properly acknowledged that evening. We are so grateful for your flexibility and dedication, and your hard work truly made a difference. Thank you again for everything you did!

Marie is such an asset to EIU! Thank you so much for all you do!

Dustin has been invaluable as we launch a new initiative in our department. We are so grateful for his quick responses and excellent work!

Rhonda is absolutely wonderful to work with! I had mistakenly submitted my request using the wrong form, but Rhonda quickly stepped in, gave me a call, and took the time to understand exactly what we needed. Not only did she send over the correct form, but her kindness and efficiency helped keep things moving without unnecessary delays. Rhonda, you are truly appreciated—thank you for being so awesome! 😊✨

As a new employee, having an office support specialist like Melissa has been vital! Melissa has gone above and beyond to teach me new systems, answer questions, and provide insights into EIU-- all while completing her assigned tasks with exceptional quality! To say she's an asset to EIU Advancement is an understatement!

We really appreciate all that David does for CHHS. He's always there when needed and quick to respond. Having his support setting up for events when we are in rooms we are not used to has been so incredibly helpful. Thank you, David!

Chris always goes above and beyond, is kind, and helpful in his role in instructional support and training. We really appreciate all of the support and help with setting up important events.

R.J., thanks for your continuous, fantastic support of EIU FOIA, ethics, and legal. Your skills and knowledge are essential to the functions of my office, and your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Thanks for all that you do!

AJH

Jessica’s love and passion for our students at EIU is truly inspiring. She goes above and beyond to support them—whether it’s offering a warm meal, a listening ear, or a comforting presence during the challenges of being away from home for the first time. Her kindness creates a welcoming space where students can relax, feel cared for, and find a sense of belonging. Her impact on their lives is immeasurable, and we are so fortunate to have her!

Alex has been an absolute joy to work with during my transition to another position here at EIU. Her kindness, patience, and willingness to answer all of my questions—no matter how big or small—have made this process so much smoother. Her knowledge and skill are truly invaluable, and I can’t express enough gratitude for her support. I don’t know what I would have done without her guidance, and I feel incredibly lucky to have had her by my side during this transition!

I want to shout out Shane in Special Ed for always being willing to assist where he can. I appreciate his assistance with bringing in clothing for the community closet, assisting with contacting several groups of students about a class cancellation, and for checking in with me periodically to see if I need anything in TLF. He is a great example of college level collaboration and comradery.

In the short time that Dr. Michael Gillespie has been Acting Dean of Student Success, he has demonstrated his field knowledge, educational background and concern for all EIU related - faculty, students, staff and administration. Thank you Dr. Gillespie for taking on this acting role. Several positive things are occurring within the Student Success Center, thanks to your leadership. We appreciate you! Stay tuned EIU - the Student Success Center and its services are improving for everyone!

Huge thanks to Wes for always running to the rescue! I’ve had problems with my computer all week and every single time I text him he is in my office within five minutes!! Thanks Wes! You’re so appreciated!

Shoaib has been instrumental in learning the IT portion of his duties as a new Graduate Assistant here in the School of Extended Learning. He is getting real-world experiences in handling our LMS platforms. His communication skills, knowledge and technical background is superb and has been beneficial in the work that he is performing. He provides great customer service to our partners and without hesitation he begins the tasks that are given. I am not for sure where we would be right now without his assistance in keeping SEL Platforms afloat. I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that he has put into his duties to make this department a great place to work. He is greatly appreciated for his efforts that he puts forth.

Cat has been with the School of Extended Learning since the beginning of January. Her organization skills and attention to detail are amazing for such a young Office Manager. She doesn’t hesitate in asking questions and takes initiative to jumpstart projects that need done. She is a great asset to SEL and we are happy to have her on board. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to your position to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

Jeane has been a top-notch organizer for our Academic Challenge Competition. I have relied on her knowledge and expertise to assist the School of Extended Learning Staff in putting this event together for this academic year. It has taken a lot of patience and learning as we go so that we can put on a successful event. I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that you have put into your duties to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

MD has been a great asset to the School of Extended Learning since coming on board the beginning of October. He has been an instrumental key player in working with our Aceware System. He also did not hesitate to learn and assist with the organization and handling of the Academic Challenge Competition. His technical expertise has definitely become an asset to SEL and we are happy to have him. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to your position to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

This shout out is for Shannon Bell. Her knowledge and skills are indispensable to the work we do in the College of Education. She is THE "go-to" for so many processes and procedures, and she is ALWAYS willing to help. She is truly a remarkable example of a professional, a collaborator, and a servant leader.

Thanks for taking the reins of an important faculty search! You are appreciated!

I appreciate the great job that Amanda did for me in helping me with an HR issue. She helped me take care of things that I didn't even know I needed help with... And hey she's a Yellowstone fan!