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Shout Outs

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 a $10 EIU Food Court gift card.

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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Melanee Bates got a shoutout! Sep 18, 2024

It has truly been a pleasure to work with Melanee. She is willing to teach me and work with me through problem solving several situations. I appreciate you so much and your willingness to walk me through any situation. You are a great asset to EIU and international programs.

Tara Hunt got a shoutout from Amy Tresner! Sep 17, 2024

Make the best homemade cookies for all the staff Tower Dining. Thank you!!

Ryan Boske-Cox got a shoutout from Jay Grabiec! Sep 17, 2024

Ryan provided our Lumpkin College study abroad summer program to Italy with an outstanding flyer and poster that we will be able to use for promotions all around campus. The design turned out great of course, but Ryan went above and beyond in accommodating MANY MANY changes and tweaks so that we could get this final version right where we want it to be. She was quick on the changes and never once complained about us being a nuisance. Grazie mille Ryan!!!

D.J. Fox got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

Thank you for making the Union a great place to work. Knowing that we have your support is how a great leader builds a team, if those care to see that and appreciate that will stay for the long haul, others will go on their way.

Deborah Conrad got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

Thank You for not running away when things get busy or special tasks come up. Your work and attitude gives the Bookstore the ability to provide quality service to our customers.

R.J. Vanderwerf got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

Thank you for assisting with the D2L

John Marr got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

For always being ready to lend an ear, Thanks

Michael Wayne got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

For your quality work and alternate ideas to facilitate the server upgrade at the Bookstore!

Dominic Baima got a shoutout! Sep 16, 2024

Always being there when we need you and even before we do, Thanks!

Gretchen Neal got a shoutout from Jessie Shuemaker! Sep 13, 2024

HUGE shoutout and many many thanks to Gretchen for all of the work she does every day and her very welcoming, calming, and caring personality. I cannot imagine how backlogged the OAA would be at this point without her help throughout the summer and especially in August. Thank you so much Gretchen, we are so lucky to have you in our department.

Kyle Cody got a shoutout from Michael Gillespie! Sep 12, 2024

Thank you - and tremendous appreciation - for Kyle Cody! You are an exemplar of service and mission, and everything that you do to make the Center for Student Innovation the hub for digital discovery, pedagogy, and scholarship is invaluable. Thank you, Kyle, for everything that you do. A true unsung hero of Booth Library and EIU.

Brittany Phillips got a shoutout from Cristine Shick! Sep 10, 2024

Brittany you are doing an amazing job!! keep it up. I love working with you.

Kevin Hardwick got a shoutout from Lori Hardwick! Sep 10, 2024

I know his days here @ EIU are nearing their end, I just wanted to give a final shout out & "atta boy" to the mechanic who has always cared & gave it his all. Kevin Hardwick, you will be missed & you will be a hard one to replace! Not everyone that works here BLEEDS BLUE, but you did. We grew up on this campus, this was our second home. I THANK YOU for ALWAYS taking the time to maintain & care for our vehicles. I wish you the best of luck! :)

Cynthia Foster got a shoutout! Sep 10, 2024

Cindi is an invaluable resource to the Teaching, Learning, and Foundations Department. Her institutional knowledge and ability to think logically through problems has helped everyone from students to the Chair have a smooth opening to the fall 2024 semester.

Catrina Stanley got a shoutout from Laura Shute! Sep 9, 2024

Thank you for going above and beyond to help me complete a task. Catrina is always willing to help out her colleagues. Financial aid is lucky to have her!

Kari Dailey got a shoutout from Danny Gourley Fischer! Sep 9, 2024

During the week prior to the start of the semester, Kari identified a possible gap in service outside of our area for a population of students and elevated the concern to me. We were able to work with the relevant office(s) to ensure the students would receive the help they needed. Kari's focus on treating students holistically revealed a possible problem, and she took the proper steps to remove that potential barrier. It was a case of being willing to think beyond her duties without exceeding the scope of her role, and it led to positive changes that will make the EIU experience better for the affected students.

Christobal Dominguez got a shoutout! Sep 9, 2024

Thank you for stepping up and helping with different projects that come your way with little notice!

Ngozi Onuora got a shoutout! Sep 6, 2024

We're so fortunate to have Dr. Onuora as our new Department Chair in Teaching, Learning, and Foundations--she is already reenergizing and refocusing our efforts as a faculty. Thanks for coming to EIU, Dr. Onuora!

Will Padgett got a shoutout from Adam Schmidt! Sep 6, 2024

Thank you Will for going above and beyond this week with covering visits and the DACC College Fair!

Brianna Dominguez got a shoutout from Adam Schmidt! Sep 6, 2024

Thank you Bri for going above and beyond this week with covering visits and the DACC College Fair!

Mike Goble got a shoutout from Ke'an Armstrong! Sep 6, 2024

Mike goes above and beyond to help the WEIU Staff anytime we have a special request. We appreciate your efforts Mike and your willingness to always offer a helping hand!

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Cristine in HR, you have been so helpful this week. Thank you!

David Flowers got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2024

Thanks for going above and beyond in helping a coworker.

Jarrod Jones got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2024

Thanks for going above and beyond in helping a coworker.

Alyssa Osterday got a shoutout from Justin Tierney! Sep 4, 2024

Since joining EIU, Alyssa has done an amazing job developing creative and engaging content on all of EIU's social media platforms. Her trendy, thoughtful, and often hilarious content has grown EIU's following on social media and has advanced EIU's brand recognition with crucial audiences. I also appreciate her making time to be at campus events during weekend hours, such as the recent EIU Squared event. She is an outstanding team member in the Enollment Management division.

Connor Wawrzynek got a shoutout! Sep 4, 2024

Thank you for helping us in the Financial Aid Office! We appreciate you!

Amanda Repp got a shoutout from Tricia Coffey! Sep 4, 2024

Amanda has been so helpful with the change from monthly pay to bi-weekly for so many of us. I appreciate her kindness and patience while everyone is navigating this issue. Thank you Amanda!

Stacey Knight Davis got a shoutout! Sep 3, 2024

Thank you for spearheading the launch of on-demand 3D printing at Booth Library. Your hard work has made it possible for EIU students and personnel to access free 3D printing, fostering creativity, enhancing learning, and supporting innovation and practical problem-solving across all disciplines!

Jerrod Harden got a shoutout! Sep 3, 2024

Thank you, Jerrod for always being kind and prompt. Your professionalism is noticed and appreciated!

Dustin White got a shoutout from Mary Mattingly! Aug 30, 2024

Thank you, Dustin, for all your work updating the Institutional Research website! It looks great!

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