Welcome to the Eastern Illinois University Shout Out Page. The Staff Senate has established this page to foster the morale of EIU employees and cultivate a positive campus atmosphere. Shout Outs serve as public expressions of gratitude and recognition, allowing us to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of individuals, departments, and others on a daily basis.
We encourage you to utilize the Shout Out submission form to appreciate and commend your colleagues. To create a Shout Out, simply click on the 'Make a Shout Out' tab and log in. Once your Shout Out is submitted, a moderator will review it and proudly display your submission on the Shout Out page.
The Staff Senate at Eastern Illinois University is currently rewarding eligible employees who receive a Shout Out with one $10 EIU Food Court gift card per fiscal year (effective July 1, 2024).
Eligible EIU employees who received a $10 EIU Food Court gift card with a Shout Out must redeem those cards by the expiration date of May 31, 2025. Enjoy up to $10 off your next one-time purchase at the University Food Court; card must be surrendered during time of purchase.
This page is dedicated to the memory of UPD Officer Harold Harris.
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Michael Smith got a shoutout! Sep 21, 2026
The best customer service ever!
Terri Fredrick got a shoutout from Travis Moody! Sep 16, 2026
Thanks a million for the help with a new-to-me situation on Wednesday morning! I'm so grateful for the help in figuring everything out. :)
Mindy Hurst got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 14, 2026
Many thanks to you Mindy, for your help to our TLF and SPE team here in the Buzzard Hall. We sure appreciate your checking in on us to make sure we are doing well. Thank you, Mindy, - you are appreciated!
Carrie Hite got a shoutout from Andrew Mertz! Sep 14, 2026
Carrie consistently goes above and beyond in her work in Old Main. Every week, she finds ways to do something extra to help our department. In particular, I want to thank Carrie for her help preparing office space for faculty when the air conditioning was out and getting spaces ready for the work on the Old Main elevator. Her willingness to step in and help wherever needed is greatly appreciated.
Thank you again, Carrie, for all you do for our department.
Steph Knicley got a shoutout from Katherine Lewandowski! Sep 11, 2026
When I forgot my lunch box and umbrella in the conference room over in Buzzard after a meeting, Steph picked them up and saved them for me. Thanks so much, Steph!
Chadd Gaston got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2026
Thank you a million times, Chadd Gaston, for your continued help and support with our electronics / computers here in TLF! We can always count on you to help us get things done swiftly. Many thanks and keep up the good work!
Brad Bennington got a shoutout from Sandy Dryden! Sep 9, 2026
Brad goes above and beyond to make sure he provides all the details and information ITS needs to get the request done right. His thoroughness makes everyone’s job a little easier—and we definitely appreciate it!
Jong Kim got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 8, 2026
Thank you so much for all your IT Help here in the TLF Division - We sure appreciate it!
Chad Elliott got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 8, 2026
Many thanks to you Chad, for all your IT help here in the TLF Division. We sure appreciate it, thank you!
Becky Shew got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 8, 2026
Thank you for all you do for us here in TLF, Becky. You were big help to us, and we sure appreciate it. I hope that you will enjoy your retirement and keep doing good in whatever you do going forward. Thank you so much!
Gregory Aydt got a shoutout from Shellie Gregorich! Sep 7, 2026
Gregory helped out tremendously with a last-minute student scheduling issue! I greatly appreciate his assistance.
David Smith got a shoutout from Andrew Kerins! Sep 4, 2026
David is a dedicated co-worker who takes customer service to the next level. The first few weeks of the semester are a busy time, and David gets plenty of steps in as he rushes around campus to help people. His commitment to his job, including following up with people to make sure things are taken care of, is beyond commendable.
TaVale Chandler got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to south quad dining! You are a great cook and we are happy to have you in our kitchen!
Alex Brant got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Great job learning a new position this year....Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to South Quad Dining!
Cindy Bennett got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to South Quad Dining!
Darin Ripperden got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thanks for working out all the kinks of the new sandwich line and always keeping us laughing in the kitchen!
Mary Brown got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
Shannon Meeker got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thanks for all your hard work and willingness to learn new things! Keep it up!
Dino Cohoon got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for being our morning truck guy! You have handled the food order with precision and accuracy! Always a pleasure working with you!
Colin Zuniga got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thanks for always helping around the kitchen and training new employees!
Richard Tresner got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for always being our "can you do me a favor" guy! Your hard work and positive attitude are appreciated!
Benjamin Blessing got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Welcome to south quad dining! You have been a great addition to our team and we value your hard work and dedication already!
Justin Vail got a shoutout from Kristin Hupp! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you so much for all your hard work so far this semester! Keep up the good work!
Jonah Andrews got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thanks for always being super upbeat and easy to work with!
Greg Coffey got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to South Quad Dining!
Tiffany Bishop got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all your hard work and willingness to learn a new position!
Kyle Hisatake got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all your great work and collaboration!
Jenna Foreman got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thanks for all your hard work and ability to adapt to South Quad Dining!!
Toni Bell got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for being dedicated to South Quad Dining - you are truly the breakfast queen!!!
Grace Claywell got a shoutout from Chris Wojtysiak! Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for all you do for South Quad Dining! You are the absolute best!