News / en AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort /about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort <span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-06-29T09:20:44-05:00" title="Monday, June 29, 2026 - 09:20">June 29, 2026</time> </span> <div> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 235873> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>For more than a decade, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities’&nbsp;</span><a href="https://aascu.org/leadership-development/emerging-leaders-program/" target="_blank"><span>Emerging Leaders Program</span></a><span>&nbsp;(ELP) has prepared the next generation of higher education leaders to be effective, compassionate, resilient, accountable and courageous to help all students reach their goals.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section content-text"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure--v-largeright"> <div> <img class="image-style-uws-medium-vertical-480-640-" src="/sites/default/files/styles/uws_medium_vertical_480_640_/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=8a0ff344&amp;itok=LkDGh6GT" alt="Photo of Chris Engen" /> </div> </figure> <div> <p><span>Ͽ Polytechnic <strong>Special Assistant to the Provost Chris Engen</strong> has been named to this year’s 45-member national cohort, from institutions across more than 20 states.</span></p><p><span>The ELP program supports the development of&nbsp;mid-senior&nbsp;career higher education professionals as they strengthen their capabilities, broaden their networks, and contribute to the future of their institutions and the students they serve. Participants explore key topics, including strategic communication, project management, organizational change and the development of a personal leadership approach.</span></p><p><span>Engen is grateful for this professional development opportunity and honored to be representing Ͽ Polytechnic among a distinguished group of colleagues from other regional and national public universities.&nbsp;“ELP provides a unique, impactful setting to build upon and leverage my previous experience while gaining new knowledge and skills for application to our current initiatives.&nbsp;I look forward to exchanging ideas and best practices with the other ELP cohort members,” he said.</span></p><p><span>A 30-year U.S. Army veteran (colonel, retired), Engen held a variety of leadership, staff, and faculty positions within the Army’s professional education and training system. Later joining federal civil service, he directed a center that provides workforce education and training within the U.S. Department of Defense.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Seeking to pursue a follow-on career in higher education, Engen joined Ͽ Polytechnic in 2021, first serving as the&nbsp;</span><a href="/life-stout/student-life-services/veteran-services" target="_blank"><span>Veteran Services</span></a><span> coordinator before his current role in the Provost’s Office, which he began last year. He now manages a portfolio of cross-functional projects and initiatives involving interest holders within the university’s Academic Affairs and across campus, while continuing to provide assistance to Veteran Services.</span></p><p><span>“Chris has an impressive resume of achievements. His skills in project management and systems-thinking, coupled with his dedication to student success, are an asset and have helped move institutional work forward while strengthening relationships across the Ͽ Polytechnic community,” said <strong>Provost Glendalí Rodríguez</strong>. “Chris’ interest in pursuing professional development, targeted to the higher education sector, was a clear next step, and I was pleased to endorse his application to the ELP.”</span></p><p><span>Each ELP cohort member leads a campus-based project or initiative over the course of the academic year, working with a designated advisor.&nbsp;The project will have an impact on the campus community and align with the participant’s professional goals.</span></p><p><span>With the dynamic changes occurring in the higher education sector and Ͽ Polytechnic’s commitment to the&nbsp;</span><a href="/about-us/our-mission-values/malcolm-baldrige-award" target="_blank"><span>Baldrige framework</span></a><span>, Engen’s project will entail a collaborative review of the university-wide systems for student support and services to identify and act upon opportunities for improvement.</span></p><p><span>“This long-term project considers the continuing evolution of enrollment across all modalities – in-person, hybrid and fully online – and aims to provide an easily navigable student support and learning experience regardless of enrollment type through agile and streamlined university organization and processes,” he said.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom cta-image--inline cta-image--has-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main cta-image__item section--shade"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/our-mission-values/malcolm-baldrige-award" style="background-image: url(/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-05/20160505_bowman_hall_clock_tower_10.jpg?h=42afb024&amp;itok=dBFxXhM_)" aria-label="Malcolm Baldrige Award"></a> <h3 class="cta-image__title">Malcolm Baldrige Award</h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Ͽ is the first-ever higher education recipient of this prestigious award. </div> <a class="cta-image__link link--simple" href="/about-us/our-mission-values/malcolm-baldrige-award" aria-label="Continue reading about Malcolm Baldrige Award">Continue Reading</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 235878> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>The ELP program began on June 23&nbsp;with an in-person seminar in Washington, D.C., and will be followed by a series of interactive virtual sessions held throughout the year.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), based in Washington, D.C., is a higher education association that represents the sector of over 500 regional public colleges, universities, and systems whose members share a learning- and teaching-centered culture, a historic commitment to serving today’s students, and a dedication to research and creativity that advances their regions’ economic progress and cultural development.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-4ae0ea36f6f1e8884c2d285e78345f0ef593cdd282dd7ebb79a3aceabc4fe519"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Faculty &amp; 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With our focus on applied learning, career preparation, and collaboration, students graduate from our institution ready for their next steps in work and life. We offer a wide array of specialized programs, and work closely with business, industry, and non-profit institutions to ensure our curriculum is up-to-date.</p><p>Our outstanding faculty and staff are dedicated to ensuring that our students leave the University with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful.</p><p>Our facilities, with three times more laboratories and studios than traditional classrooms, enhance our focus on applied learning. Our programming, with more than 90% of our students completing a co-op, internship, or other out-of-classroom experience, guarantees readiness for careers. Finally, the infusion of general education courses throughout our programs of study ensures that students are ready not just for their next job, but for future career changes, and their role as contributing citizens in society.</p><p>&nbsp;</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <div class="last-item"> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 88406> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>The Provost's Office has oversight of the&nbsp;<strong>Division of Academic Affairs</strong>, which encompasses the following areas at Ͽ Polytechnic:</p><ul><li>Career Services</li><li>Center for Applied Ethics</li><li>College of Arts &amp; Human&nbsp;Sciences</li><li>College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics &amp; Management</li><li>Educational Pathways &amp; Outreach</li><li>Graduate Studies</li><li>Honors College​​​​​​​</li><li>Menards Center for the Study of Institutions &amp; Innovation</li><li>Multi-Modal Instructional Supports</li><li>Office of International Education</li><li>Office of Research &amp; Sponsored Programs</li><li>Robert S. 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During that time, she has served under multiple directors and has developed exceptional institutional knowledge of historical practices, Ͽ procedures&nbsp;and Universities of Wisconsin policies. She is consistently dedicated, dependable, and highly efficient, managing a large volume of complex responsibilities with accuracy and professionalism. She is well respected and valued by colleagues and peers across campus.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?h=3a86455b&amp;itok=eXpFEFWr" alt="Patti Kahler and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Kahler, left, receives the May University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236120> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"Patti has played a critical role in sustaining the operational continuity of the Office of International Education through periods of leadership transition, staffing changes, the global pandemic&nbsp;and evolving regulatory requirements. Her long-term stewardship of financial operations, personnel processes, and compliance functions has ensured stability and accuracy across international programs, study abroad initiatives&nbsp;and ESL operations. She is frequently relied upon to resolve complex issues, implement new procedures, and support special initiatives with minimal supervision, making her an indispensable resource to the unit.<br><br>"Patti consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive, and service-oriented approach when working with students, faculty, staff&nbsp;and external partners. She is approachable, responsive, and solutions-focused, balancing attention to detail with a genuine commitment to helping others succeed. Her calm demeanor, institutional knowledge, and willingness to assist colleagues make her a trusted and respected presence within the Office of International Education and across the university."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-eaaaf4c838113f6d1bbbb5fa32bd0a57134e79cda7929912a622557a955372b5"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency</span> <a href="/media/61403" hreflang="en">Patti Kahler</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Sat, 16 May 2026 14:38:07 +0000 goersab 3181093 at Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-04-29T09:30:57-05:00" title="Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - 09:30">April 29, 2026</time> </span> <div> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236114> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>Carrie </strong><span><strong>Cornellier</strong></span>, custodian in University Housing, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for April 2026.&nbsp;<br><br>The individual nominating Cornellier stated,&nbsp;"Carrie has been a consistent force in CKTO as the Curran-Kranzusch custodian. During my tenure at CKTO, Carrie has set and&nbsp;surpassed the bar of care for our facility. Carrie continuously ensures that spills, messes, vandalism&nbsp;and general facility issues are addressed. When she sees an issue in the building that needs to be addressed by Facilities, she completes work orders or informs other building staff so that issues are addressed in a timely manner and residents of CKTO enjoy a clean living environment.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=b8e971e3&amp;itok=MSQZNWm0" alt="Carrie Cornellier and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Cornellier, left, receives the April University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236116> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"In addition to her custodial work, Carrie has also supported department task forces such as the Custodial Equity Task Force, where she has been vocal and informative about improvements our department could make or adjustments to systems that would improve the working conditions of our custodians. Carrie is wonderful and is a strong communicator to me, the Resident Advisors of her area, and the Hall&nbsp;Manager of CK. Working with Carrie to address and improve our community is a constant practice, and multiple staff have mentioned their appreciation."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-f4c6eb1d6eecb8e5125c574d3f46b48bda7bfaaf41145806fa9a8c4c53b0c2c1"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall</span> <a href="/media/61402" hreflang="en">Carrie Cornellier</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:30:57 +0000 goersab 3181092 at Metcalf receives March University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/metcalf-receives-march-university-staff-appreciation-award Metcalf receives March University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-03-25T09:21:10-05:00" title="Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 09:21">March 25, 2026</time> </span> <div> University Housing custodian honored for making residence hall a home away from home for students</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236110> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>Angie </strong><span><strong>Metcalf</strong></span>, custodian in University Housing, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for March 2026.<br><br>The individual nominating Metcalf stated, "Since joining as the Tustison - Oetting custodian during the 2024-25 academic year, Angie quickly addressed longstanding needs of the building, including long-term stains and grime from a period of subpar care. Angie has shown a warmth in how she completes her responsibilities and interacts with others. Angie has led seasonal efforts to create a welcoming atmosphere in CKTO, working with her co-custodian&nbsp;Carrie to decorate shared spaces in the building for occasions such as Halloween, wintertime activities and&nbsp;Valentine's Day. Angie recognizes the work she does leads to satisfaction from our residents and ultimately makes CKTO their home, through her work.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Angie%20Metcalf.jpeg?h=ae794453&amp;itok=znOxW47M" alt="Angie Metcalf and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Metcalf, right, receives the March University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236112> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"Angie describes herself as 'not much of a talker,'&nbsp;but I have never had such wonderful, caring, genuine interactions as with her. Angie shares concerns and needs from her role as a custodian and is interested in the personal well-being of those she works with. I consistently have personal conversations where Angie and I can joke about work items in one moment, and learn she cuts her own hair (so darn well) the next. Angie exchanged holiday treats with staff in the building and, in doing so, took into account their concerns about food allergens. Angie just cares, and she is so wonderful for it."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-11573d50d40de0bf35379b08344504c16e5e051c720b077c552c57082661ef43"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> University Housing custodian honored for making residence hall a home away from home for students</span> <a href="/media/61401" hreflang="en">Angie Metcalf</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:21:10 +0000 goersab 3181090 at Ͽ honored for strong support of employees in National Guard and Reserve /about-us/news-center/uw-stout-honored-strong-support-employees-national-guard-and-reserve Ͽ honored for strong support of employees in National Guard and Reserve<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-03-18T10:22:08-05:00" title="Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - 10:22">March 18, 2026</time> </span> <div> Tech. Sgt. Nelson nominates Infrastructure Services Deputy CIO Janicki with Patriot Award</div> <div> <a href="/directory/goersab" hreflang="en">Abbey Goers</a></div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 233704> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>Ͽ, </span><a href="/about-us/our-polytechnic-advantage" target="_blank"><span>Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University</span></a><span>, and its Learning and Information Technology (LIT) department received the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Certificate of Appreciation on March 17. ESGR is a Department of Defense program that fosters strong relationships between civilian employers and their National Guard and Reserve employees.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Presenting Ͽ and LIT with the ESGR Certificate of Appreciation were United States Air Force Tech. Sgt. <strong>Jeremy Nelson</strong>, System Engineer III with Ͽ’s Infrastructure Services, as well as Wisconsin ESGR&nbsp;Area 6 Chair Mike Hallquist and&nbsp;ESGR volunteer Martha Stratton.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-03/NAME%2C%20Chancellor%20Katherine%20Frank%2C%20Tech.%20Sgt.%20Jeremy%20Nelson%2C%20Deputy%20CIO%20Tom%20Janicki%2C%20CIO%20Sue%20Traxler%20and%20Martha%20Stratton.JPG?h=19c8449e&amp;itok=jZINn3OH" alt="Mike Hallquist, Chancellor Katherine Frank, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson, Deputy CIO Tom Janicki, CIO Sue Traxler and Martha Stratton" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Mike Hallquist, Chancellor Katherine Frank, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson, Tom Janicki, Sue Traxler and Martha Stratton <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 233706> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>Accepting the recognition on behalf of the university and LIT were Nelson’s supervisors, Assistant Chancellor of LIT and Chief Information Officer <strong>Sue Traxler</strong> and Deputy Chief Information Officer and Director of Infrastructure Services <strong>Tom Janicki</strong>. They were joined by <strong>Chancellor Katherine Frank</strong>. Janicki also received the organization’s Patriot Award.</span></p><p><span>“I’d like to thank Tom, Sue, the Chancellor, and everyone at Ͽ for the incredible support they’ve shown me throughout my Air Force Reserve career,” Nelson said. “I nominated Tom for the Patriot Award because he consistently demonstrates understanding, flexibility, and encouragement for my military obligations, ensuring I never feel conflicted between my responsibilities here and my service to our country.”</span></p><p><span>Janicki is honored by the recognition, but feels the real credit belongs to Ͽ. “Our policies and culture empower supervisors to support Guard and Reserve members effectively, making service and work responsibilities easier to balance,” he said.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-03/Tech.%20Sgt.%20Jeremy%20Nelson%20presents%20Deputy%20CIO%20Tom%20Janicki%20with%20the%20ESGR%20Patriot%20Award.JPG?h=f77520ee&amp;itok=SyjnHlTp" alt="Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson presents Deputy CIO Tom Janicki with the ESGR Patriot Award" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson presents Deputy CIO Tom Janicki with the ESGR Patriot Award. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 233708> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>Within its Statement of Support from the Guard and Reserve, Ͽ affirms, “We recognize the Guard and Reserve are essential to the strength of our Nation and the well-being of our communities.</span></p><p><span>“Therefore, we join other employers in pledging that:</span></p><ul type="disc"><li><span>We fully recognize, honor and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).</span></li><li><span>We will provide our managers and supervisors with the tools they need to effectively manage those employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve.</span></li><li><span>We appreciate the values, leadership and unique skills Service members bring to the workforce and will encourage opportunities to employ Guardsmen, Reservists, transitioning Service members and Veterans.</span></li><li><span>We will continually recognize and support our country’s Service members and their families in peace, in crisis, and in war.”</span></li></ul><p>Ͽ employs <span>34 individuals who identify as veterans.</span></p><p><span>The Patriot Award is given to patriotic employers for contributing to national security and protecting liberty and freedom by supporting employee participation in America’s National Guard and Reserve Force.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-03/Chancellor%20Katherine%20Frank%2C%20Tech.%20Sgt.%20Jeremy%20Nelson%2C%20Deputy%20CIO%20Tom%20Janicki%20and%20CIO%20Sue%20Traxler.JPG?h=afa75200&amp;itok=DUktQzaa" alt="Chancellor Katherine Frank, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson, Deputy CIO Tom Janicki and CIO Sue Traxler" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Chancellor Katherine Frank, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Nelson, Deputy CIO Tom Janicki and CIO Sue Traxler <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 233710> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>Ͽ has also been recognized for its support of veteran and active service students. The university was named a&nbsp;</span><a href="/about-us/news-center/serving-those-who-served-uw-stout-among-top-25-midwest-annual-best-vets-list" target="_blank"><span>2025 Best for Vets College</span></a><span>&nbsp;by Military Times for its commitment to serving veterans and their families, ranking first in Wisconsin among traditional and online universities and placing 24th in the Midwest.</span></p><p><span>Last spring,&nbsp;</span><a href="/about-us/news-center/uw-stout-saluted-military-friendly-school-servicemembers-veterans-and-their-spouses" target="_blank"><span>the university received a&nbsp;silver designation as a Military Friendly® School</span></a><span>&nbsp;because of its efforts to create sustainable and meaningful education paths for members of the military community. It was the 16th consecutive year that Ͽ earned a place on that list.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>“At Ͽ, we are proud to support veteran and active service students and employees across the university. Recognition from organizations like ESGR and others is important confirmation that we are succeeding as a university in support of our students, faculty, and staff. The fact that an employee nominated their supervisor for this recognition makes the award even more special, and we are ‘Stout Proud’ of the example set by Tom Janicki and LIT,” Chancellor Frank said.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom cta-image--inline cta-image--has-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main cta-image__item section--shade"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/uw-stout-saluted-military-friendly-school-servicemembers-veterans-and-their-spouses" style="background-image: url(/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-04/Veterans%20Day%202025%20flags.jpg?itok=ZImd-pst)"></a> <h3 class="cta-image__title">Ͽ saluted as Military Friendly School for servicemembers, veterans and their spouses</h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> For the 16th consecutive year, university honored for efforts to help vets make most of their benefits </div> <a class="cta-image__link link--simple" href="/about-us/news-center/uw-stout-saluted-military-friendly-school-servicemembers-veterans-and-their-spouses" aria-label="Continue reading about Ͽ saluted as Military Friendly School for servicemembers, veterans and their spouses">Continue Reading</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 233713> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><span>Ͽ Veteran Services can provide advice on&nbsp;</span><a href="/life-stout/student-life-services/veteran-services/veteran-military-education-benefits" target="_blank"><span>veteran and military education benefits</span></a><span>&nbsp;and assists with applying for benefits. It can be reached by calling 715-232-1659 or emailing &nbsp;</span><a href="mailto:veteranstudents@uwstout.edu"><span>veteranstudents@uwstout.edu</span></a><span>.</span></p><p><span>The university’s most recent&nbsp;</span><a href="/academics/career-services/career-outcomes" target="_blank"><span>First Destination Report</span></a><span>, released earlier this month, stated that 100% of veteran graduates were employed within six months of graduation.</span></p></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-b154dd739d397b6a79ab8db2484f2c860b6cd64fdeda4838b326c1aa0273c246"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Veterans</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/veterans">All Veterans News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/uw-stout-honored-strong-support-employees-national-guard-and-reserve"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-03/NAME%2C%20Chancellor%20Katherine%20Frank%2C%20Tech.%20Sgt.%20Jeremy%20Nelson%2C%20Deputy%20CIO%20Tom%20Janicki%2C%20CIO%20Sue%20Traxler%20and%20Martha%20Stratton.JPG?itok=FfOR9cc-" width="1178" height="884" alt="Ͽ honored for strong support of employees in National Guard and Reserve Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/uw-stout-honored-strong-support-employees-national-guard-and-reserve"> Ͽ honored for strong support of employees in National Guard and Reserve </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Tech. Sgt. Nelson nominates Infrastructure Services Deputy CIO Janicki with Patriot Award </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/serving-those-who-served-uw-stout-among-top-25-midwest-annual-best-vets-list"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2025-11/Veterans%20Day%20flags%20at%20Ͽ.jpg?itok=4fOsiVfc" width="1178" height="884" alt="Serving those who served: Ͽ among top 25 in Midwest on annual Best for Vets list Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/serving-those-who-served-uw-stout-among-top-25-midwest-annual-best-vets-list"> Serving those who served: Ͽ among top 25 in Midwest on annual Best for Vets list </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University lauded by Military Times for services to veterans, their families </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> Tech. Sgt. Nelson nominates Infrastructure Services Deputy CIO Janicki with Patriot Award</span> <a href="/media/60701" hreflang="en">ESGR Certificate Award, March 2026</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom cta-image--inline cta-image--has-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main cta-image__item section--shade"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/life-stout/student-life-services/veteran-services" style="background-image: url(/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2019-04/veteransclub1.jpg?itok=BoK3rHGw)" aria-label="Veteran Services"></a> <h3 class="cta-image__title">Veteran Services</h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> A community of veterans and services providing you with the camaraderie you came to rely on in the military. </div> <a class="cta-image__link link--simple" href="/life-stout/student-life-services/veteran-services" aria-label="Continue reading about Veteran Services">Continue Reading</a> </div> </div> </section> <div> <article class="content"> <h2> <a href="/node/27836" rel="bookmark">Learning and Information Technology</a> </h2> <div> <div> Directory Node</div> <div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/346" hreflang="en">LIT</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> </div> </article> <aside class="section--aside"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--aside"> <section class="aside-block content-text--aside "> <div class="content-text__wrap"> <h3 class="content-text__title aside-block__heading">Contact Information</h3> <div class="content-text__item"> <strong>Learning and Information Technology</strong> <div> Office: 105 Sorensen Hall</div> <div> <a href="tel:715-232-5320">715-232-5320</a></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </aside> </div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:22:08 +0000 goersab 3177936 at Rother receives February University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/rother-receives-february-university-staff-appreciation-award Rother receives February University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-02-25T09:12:02-06:00" title="Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - 09:12">February 25, 2026</time> </span> <div> School of Art &amp; Design department assistant honored for efficiency, helpfulness, kindness</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236106> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>Rebecca </strong><span><strong>Rother</strong></span>, department assistant in the School of Art &amp; Design, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for February 2026.<br><br>The individual nominating her stated, “Becca puts a lot of energy into supporting her department, students&nbsp;and her fellow university staff. She looks for ways to be more efficient and helpful and is always willing to help. She has a great attitude, is a joy to talk to, and lifts everyone's spirits with her good humor and kindness.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Rebecca%20Rother.jpeg?h=85768739&amp;itok=pWLeIFxz" alt="Rebecca Rother and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Rother, left, receives the February University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236108> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"Becca was instrumental during the change to Workday for administrative assistants. She worked tirelessly over the summer to help troubleshoot hiring processes and was a huge part of advocating for better training and support from administration. She also went above and beyond to train and assist other administrative staff on Workday hiring processes. Becca is friendly, solutions-minded, and always ready to help students and staff."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-78c51ae1a99c100de75cb13dc58644d80d5fc739c380112ee7f0b9ec4e82a3bc"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> School of Art &amp; Design department assistant honored for efficiency, helpfulness, kindness</span> <a href="/media/61400" hreflang="en">Rebecca Rother</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:12:02 +0000 goersab 3181089 at Ja Doul receives January University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/ja-doul-receives-january-university-staff-appreciation-award Ja Doul receives January University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-01-28T08:38:42-06:00" title="Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 08:38">January 28, 2026</time> </span> <div> Psychology and social science department assistant honored for &#039;professionalism, patience and a service-oriented mindset&#039;</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236102> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>AJ </strong><span><strong>Ja</strong></span><strong> </strong><span><strong>Doul</strong></span>, department assistant in psychology and social science, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for <span>Ja</span>nuary 2026.&nbsp;<br><br>The individual nominating Ja Doul stated,&nbsp;"AJ demonstrates an exceptional commitment to the university by ensuring the fundamental operations of our department run smoothly and efficiently. She is the vital backbone of our unit, managing complex, critical details that allow faculty and staff to focus on their primary responsibilities.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/AJ%20Ja%20Doul.jpeg?h=c50ef202&amp;itok=wtKamFlQ" alt="AJ Ja Doul and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Ja Doul, left, receives the January University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236104> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"Her dedication to organization and accuracy keeps the department operating at a high level. AJ consistently stands out in her core duties, which are ongoing projects&nbsp;critical to the department's success. This includes the precise and timely input&nbsp;of the department schedule and the expert management of all work orders, ensuring our physical environment is maintained.<br><br>"AJ has an exemplary attitude toward customers, students, department members&nbsp;and peers. She approaches every interaction with professionalism, patience&nbsp;and a service-oriented mindset. She is always willing to go the extra mile to provide support, making her a trusted and highly respected member of the department. AJ keeps our department running. Her attention to detail, proactive approach, and unwavering support are invaluable."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-01667b78adc2a3ee17b317b38858bad43fbfcb4aa324c5f57ec7df2b753e50a3"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> Psychology and social science department assistant honored for &#039;professionalism, patience and a service-oriented mindset&#039;</span> <a href="/media/61399" hreflang="en">AJ Ja Doul</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:38:42 +0000 goersab 3181088 at Winkler receives December University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/winkler-receives-december-university-staff-appreciation-award Winkler receives December University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-12-31T15:08:06-06:00" title="Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - 15:08">December 31, 2025</time> </span> <div> Career Service office manager honored for service to students, collaborating with campus partners</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236097> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>Nora Winkler</strong> received the <span>University</span> <span>Staff</span> <span>Appreciation</span> <span>Award</span> for December 2025.</p><p>Winkler is an office manager in Career Services. The individual nominating her stated, "Nora has demonstrated her commitment to the <span>university</span> and Career Services&nbsp;in several ways. Notably, her approach to serving our students, supporting our <span>staff</span> through project details and collaborating with our campus partners to help support our mission, vision and uphold our values. She puts in the work needed to help keep our office's operations, service, and engagement at a high level, and does so with authenticity.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Nora%20Winkler.jpeg?itok=d3ArZGS0" alt="Nora Winkler and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Winkler, left, receives the December University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236099> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"Nora has a service mindset. She is a strong advocate for students’ needs and recognizes our office's importance in delivering the support students need. Her attitude can be seen when unique challenges arise, whether it is a data-informed report, a purchase or operational process carried out, or an office <span>staff</span> need; her answer is simply, "How can I help get you what you need?" Nora is incredibly dependable, collaborative&nbsp;and shows a willingness to put in the work. We are fortunate to have her skills and personality as part of the Career Services office."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-2c5f4ebbb9504193fc39cfc9c55ab0d398895e06623b01aa60c20458810580e8"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> Career Service office manager honored for service to students, collaborating with campus partners</span> <a href="/media/61398" hreflang="en">Nora Winkler</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:08:06 +0000 goersab 3181069 at Hou receives November University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/hou-receives-november-university-staff-appreciation-award Hou receives November University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-11-26T15:01:14-06:00" title="Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - 15:01">November 26, 2025</time> </span> <div> School of Engineering financial specialist honored for elevating &#039;department&#039;s culture and operational success&#039;</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236093> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>Julia Hou</strong> received the <span>University</span> <span>Staff</span> <span>Appreciation</span> <span>Award</span> for November 2025.</p><p>Hou is a financial specialist in the School of Engineering.&nbsp;The individual nominating her stated, "Julia demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the <span>university</span> through her exceptional stewardship of its resources and her direct support of its core educational mission. Her dedication is evident in three key areas: upholding financial integrity, supporting the academic mission&nbsp;and maximizing <span>university</span> resources.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Julia%20Hou.jpeg?itok=DHjNfIgR" alt="Julia Hou and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Hou, left, receives the November University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236095> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"She consistently stands out by both treating her core responsibilities with a project manager's precision and by taking the initiative to collaborate on special projects that improve our department's overall efficiency. In short, Julia's attitude is the antithesis of a siloed mentality. She is an integrated, approachable&nbsp;and indispensable teammate whose primary focus is advancing the shared mission of our department.<br><br>"The value that Julia brings to our department cannot be overstated. It's the rare combination of her meticulous financial expertise, her innovative initiative on projects like the student onboarding course&nbsp;and her genuinely supportive 'teammate' attitude that makes her so exceptional. She doesn't just manage our finances; she actively elevates our department's culture and operational success."</p><div><section><div><div><div><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-7052d093356111ff5bc3df6c50e2b5fc4a8ff03cf88eb0b86624e0637b339807"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> School of Engineering financial specialist honored for elevating &#039;department&#039;s culture and operational success&#039;</span> <a href="/media/61397" hreflang="en">Julia Hou</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:01:14 +0000 goersab 3181068 at Goodell receives October University Staff Appreciation Award /about-us/news-center/goodell-receives-october-university-staff-appreciation-award Goodell receives October University Staff Appreciation Award<span><span>goersab</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-10-29T14:52:36-05:00" title="Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - 14:52">October 29, 2025</time> </span> <div> University police officer honored for empathy &#039;toward all members of the campus and the community&#039;</div> <div> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236089> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p><strong>University Police Officer Kevin Goodell</strong> received the <span>University</span> <span>Staff</span> <span>Appreciation</span> <span>Award</span> for October 2025.&nbsp;<br><br>The individual nominating him stated, “For 28 years, Kevin has served Ͽ. He is a kind and compassionate officer who takes his job seriously and is the epitome of an officer who believes in the mission of our department to be available, accessible&nbsp;and approachable.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-image"> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <figure class="content-image__figure"> <div> <img class="image-style-large" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-07/Kevin%20Goodeel.jpeg?itok=Tg8N0H16" alt="Officer Kevin Goodell and Chancellor Katherine Frank" /> </div> <figcaption class="content-image__caption"> Officer Kevin Goodell, left, receives the October University Staff Employee Appreciation award from Chancellor Katherine Frank. <span class="content-image__credit"></span> </figure> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section section-pad--bottom content-text" 236091> <div class="container"> <div class="l-content--main"> <div> <p>"At the spring 2025 commencement, Officer Goodell successfully performed CPR, saving an individual's life. He was in control of a stressful situation and handled it remarkably. This is the second time he has successfully performed CPR on campus. Kevin is always welcoming and empathetic toward&nbsp;all members of the campus and the community. He goes above and beyond to welcome everyone and say, 'hello.'&nbsp;He keeps the campus safe and is an incredible officer who continues to prove why campus law enforcement is important."</p><div><section><div><div><div><p><span>Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st&nbsp;year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.</span></p></div></div></div></section></div></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-term-based-news view-id-term_based_news view-display-id-block_5 js-view-dom-id-29e85751da697d45b0cf883d42fbb7c3f968f4ba04e113c52e5b449e73a5a588"> <section class="section cta-image--block section-pad"> <div class="hr--top"><hr></div> <div class="container"> <header class="section__heading"> <h2 class="section__heading__title">Staff Highlights</h2> <span class="link-breaker"></span> <a class="link" href="/about-us/news-center/staff-highlights">All Staff Highlights News</a> </header> <div class="l-3up--1 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2021-06/20210602_chrisengen_8384_web.jpg?h=cc7db67d&amp;itok=7IkosaOm" width="1178" height="884" alt="AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/aascus-emerging-leaders-program-names-engen-national-cohort"> AASCU’s Emerging Leaders Program names Engen to national cohort </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Special assistant to the provost selected as one of 45 distinguished higher education professionals to participate in yearlong program </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--2 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Patti%20Kahler.jpeg?itok=fdnEPg93" width="1178" height="884" alt="Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/kahler-receives-may-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Kahler receives May University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> Office of International Education financial specialist honored for dedication, dependability, efficiency </div> </div> <div class="l-3up--3 cta-image__item article-list"> <a class="cta-image__image-link" href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> <img class="article-list__image image-style-medium" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2026-07/Carrie%20Cornellier.jpeg?h=2f4866ab&amp;itok=7eCb5kGw" width="1178" height="884" alt="Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award Featured Image" loading="lazy" /> </a> <h3 class="article-list__title"> <a href="/about-us/news-center/cornellier-receives-april-university-staff-appreciation-award"> Cornellier receives April University Staff Appreciation Award </a> </h3> <div class="cta-image__teaser"> University Housing custodian honored for surpassing the bar of care for residence hall </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> <span> University police officer honored for empathy &#039;toward all members of the campus and the community&#039;</span> <a href="/media/61396" hreflang="en">Officer Kevin Goodell</a><div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/316" hreflang="en">University Marketing</a></div> <div> Include in Directory: Off</div> <div> Exclude from Internal Site Search: No</div> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:52:36 +0000 goersab 3181067 at