Shout Outs

Diane has patience and good humor in her supervisory duties at Booth.

Thank you, April, for all your hard work and dedication to all the residents of Lawson Hall. Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed and the fantastic job you do truly makes a difference.

Thank you, Allie Pearcy, for volunteering at the November Open House event! Our Freshman Connection Mentors are incredibly busy and talented students who still find time to volunteer and give back to future Panthers!

With appreciation,

Dr. Larson

A special thank-you to Eadie for volunteering at the November Open House event! Freshman Connection Mentors recruiting students truly makes such a positive impact.

With appreciation,

Dr. Larson

A HUGE thank-you to Ben for volunteering at the Freshman Connections table during the November Open House event! Students recruiting students truly makes the biggest impact.

With appreciation,

Dr. Larson

Thank you for your thoughtfulness in going out of your way to ensure everyone was informed about the Alert.

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your hard work during our Kids Day event in Athletics. Your effort and attention to detail truly stood out, and everything was cleaned and picked up because of your dedication. We really appreciate the pride you take in your work and the positive attitude you bring to that day. Thank you again for doing such a great job—it made a real difference!

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your hard work during our Kids Day event in Athletics. Your effort and attention to detail truly stood out, and everything was cleaned and picked up because of your dedication. We really appreciate the pride you take in your work and the positive attitude you bring to that day. Thank you again for doing such a great job—it made a real difference!

Thanks to Tiffany for going above and beyond in helping with a student matter. We appreciate all you do for Public Health & Nutrition!

Michele,

You have been a tremendous help to TLF and I didn't want you to leave without knowing how much you've impacted the department. Your presence will be sorely missed. You've always been so friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Just know this is NOT "goodbye" but "see you later."

Ashley,

Even though your time with TLF has been brief, I want to tell you that you have made an impact on your students and colleagues. We wish you all the best and you will be missed.

Haley,

Even though you've only been with us for such a short time, your impact has been great in TLF. We will miss you and I know your students will too. Wishing you the best of luck and hope we will "see" you again.

I'd never been on the "receiving end" of an EIU admissions visit, but was recently obliged to accompany my niece on a tour. Having come directly from a tour ~45 minutes north of EIU, I was BLOWN AWAY. The attention to detail, level of personalization, warm and welcoming atmosphere were unparalleled. The tour guides were fantastic, everyone on campus that we passed was welcoming, and EIU's dorms are, quite frankly, much nicer.

THANK YOU to Erin and the whole team for everything you do!

Mallorie is an amazing asset to the financial aid team. She is always available to help and is very student-centered. Any time she is approached with questions or issues, she goes above and beyond to quickly find a resolution. Thank you for all you do, Mallorie!

Ezra has worked tirelessly to provide high-quality, inclusive book displays each month at the Library, always keeping in mind student support and engagement. Thank you for your excellent work, Ezra!

Brianne is a passionate educator who works tirelessly to provide her students with the best classroom and practical experiences. She cares deeply for her students. I'm thrilled that she sees collaborating with me in the Ballenger Teachers Center as a valuable part of her curriculum. She is a supportive, enthusiastic colleague, and I am lucky to get to work with her.

Haley hit the ground running this fall with her Elementary Science classes and is committed to providing her students with a quality, hands-on experience. She has given them the chance to put theory into practice as they select trade books from the Ballenger Teachers Center and has a heart of collaboration. It's a pleasure to work with you, Haley!

Savanna Brown assumed a great role in helping to coordinate 15+ major projects and programs for the 25th anniversary celebration of the biology department. These successful programs lauded emeritus faculty, honored alumni, boosted student participation and also set a base for outreach to the community, potential students, and a potentially greater philanthropy circle for the department and the university. She is a phenomenal student worker!

Thank you so much to Tiffany for covering down on CLAS certification efforts. You are so appreciated!

Jennie we want to thank you for your hard work! You have this place sparkling. You jumped in and helped tremendously a couple of weeks ago when we needed something extra done as an emergency. We would love to keep you, but know that the next people who have the privilege of having you there will appreciate you as much as we do. It has been a pleasure having you here, enjoy your new position.

I'm so grateful to librarian Heather Wohltman for her creative solutions and welcoming attitude. Booth Library is better for her contributions. Thanks Heather!

A massive shout-out to incredible Education Librarian, Michele McDaniel!

Michele demonstrates an inspiring commitment to EIU students. She doesn't just manage the collection; she actively seeks out resources that directly support student learning and growth. Michele always goes the extra mile, whether it's assisting with research projects or creating engaging learning tools. Her dedication ensures that EIU students feel supported and can access the tools they need to succeed.

Conor makes magic happen for all the departments in the Doudna. We are so grateful to him!

Thank you, Shannon, for helping trouble shoot the order of course evaluations for my 8-week class that had gotten lost in the system. When we still needed the evaluation forms on the last day of class, Shannon didn't hesitate and jumped right into action the same day. She even got the forms to my class just as it was about to start; still in time to administer them. Talk about going above and beyond while still adjusting to a new role and system. I truly appreciate you and your team!

Thank you, Amy, for your amazing support for our library display this month and the support you provide for our school and students. When I contacted her with the idea last semester, Amy not only said "yes" but also immediately jumped into action to support the project and set everything - from book orders to display supplies - in motion.

Ashleigh has done a fantastic job helping me transition into my new role at EIU. She's provided me with helpful materials and friendly advice, and I have really appreciated it!

David is a great person to have on any project or task. He brings an upbeat, positive attitude with a willingness to find a way to get things done. And he responds so quickly every time I reach out!

Shannon is absolutely amazing. She is extremely helpful and goes out of her way to make sure that students and faculty are taken care of in the testing center. She deserves a huge shout-out for her hard work and dedication. All I can say is AMAZING and THANK YOU!!!! Thanks for always going the extra mile.

Haley, you are doing such an incredible job! I truly appreciate how you always make the time to answer questions and reach out whenever something needs clarification. Your attention to detail, patience, and willingness to help never go unnoticed. You make everything run so much smoother, and it’s such a pleasure working with you. Thank you for all that you do — you are so appreciated!

During a wave of student worker illness, creating short staffing situations, Gregory has jump in wherever needed to keep the Bookstore customers well served.