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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Debora Timmons got a shoutout from Robert Zerbst! Nov 8, 2023
Thank you Debbie for stepping up, going above and beyond on getting mail to departments. The positive can do attitude has impact on daily, future task/assignment is not unnoticed.
Angie Rhoads got a shoutout! Nov 7, 2023
Thanks so much for your quick response to my questions! I fully expected to wait a day or two for answers and you replied while I still had the student's file up in Banner! YOU ARE AWESOME!
Amy Morris got a shoutout! Nov 7, 2023
For always being willing to help, get it done correctly, and your quick responses to any and all questions...THANK YOU, AMY!
Mallorie Fonseca got a shoutout! Nov 6, 2023
A HUGE shoutout to Mallory for getting the scholarships for All of our students (Current and prospective) up and running on Nov 1st! You make a difference everyday and I am so thankful for your knowledge and kindness. You are simply awesome! :)
Gail Bahney got a shoutout! Nov 6, 2023
Thank you for keeping all of us Gold fishes in line this fall Gail! Through the innumerable phone calls with families, students, and faculty members that you take every single day. You make us great with all the work that you.
Kyle McKinney got a shoutout! Nov 6, 2023
Kyle is the BEST! The office simply would not run without her, as her work with students, families, faculty members, and everyone at EIU makes this University a better place every day. Thank you for keeping everyone in the office up and going, as we see you still behind the scenes!
Shanae Coffey got a shoutout! Nov 6, 2023
Thank you is not enough for Shane! She has been awesome this year in helping all of our prospective student to be admitted for this next year! She is the backbone of the office and the university and we couldn't do it without her!
Denise Lee got a shoutout! Nov 6, 2023
Shoutout to Denise for working day in and out to be sure that all our incoming students can be accepted! The Fall is always crazy, and this year has taken it to a new level! Due to Denise though, she has made it a smooth process. Thank you for being a indispensable member of the team!
Elaine Yaw got a shoutout from Nina Dulabaum! Nov 3, 2023
Many thanks, Elaine! Since I started at EIU mid-August you have been so helpful with urgent D2L course set-up and questions! I greatly appreciate your expert assistance and also your kindness and resourcefulness!
Christie Otis got a shoutout! Nov 3, 2023
Thank you Christie for your amazing positivity! The student workers appreciate how much you value them and the rest of us appreciate your "can do" attitude. EIU is a better place because of people like you. Thanks for joining the team!!
R.J. Vanderwerf got a shoutout from Megan Wells! Nov 3, 2023
R.J. was incredible to work with on a recent project we wanted to get completed. His help and insights were invaluable and he made the process so easy and smooth for us! R.J., Thank you for all of your help and work on this! PDCS cannot express how much we appreciate your dedication!
Julie Viertel got a shoutout! Nov 2, 2023
Julie is a relatively new member of the EIU community but she is a superstar in working with teacher licensure candidates. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and honestly is a solid asset to the university. She has a warm and engaging personality that helps her students deal with stressful situations. Thank you Julie for all you do!
Robert Wells got a shoutout! Nov 1, 2023
Thank you for all of the special attention and energy you put into keeping Blair Hall clean. Your level of attention to detail and your professional attitude is second to none. We're so fortunate to have you as our BSW. Many thanks!
Robert Chesnut got a shoutout! Nov 1, 2023
You are doing a terrific job at Interim Dean of the Graduate School! We have really appreciated working with you!
Sarah Daugherty got a shoutout! Nov 1, 2023
Sarah is a true team player and her contributions in helping increase the health and wellness of staff and faculty are truly being seen and felt! Way to go Sarah and thank you for all that you are doing in this area!
Nathan Brown got a shoutout! Nov 1, 2023
Nathan's positivity and customer service are examples for all! He is a true blessing to campus, and always a joy to work with. Whenever he is involved with a moving project, I know that it will get done right and quickly.
Kirstin Duffin got a shoutout! Oct 28, 2023
Thank you Kirstin for your continued dedication to your colleagues, the faculty and students of EIU and Booth Library! You go above and beyond every day making sure everyone is offered impeccable service while still pursuing your own scholarship that adds to the collective of academic libraries. Well done!
Abby Zoch got a shoutout from Mallorie Fonseca! Oct 25, 2023
HUGE shout out to Abby for helping us get our scholarship system prepared for this new cycle that starts on November 1. We couldn't have done it without her!
Thank you Abby for being so willing to help us and tolerating my crazy instructions! I appreciate you!
Alisa Gray got a shoutout! Oct 23, 2023
Alisa goes above and beyond for the Department of Human Services every day. She is such a quick learner, pays attention to detail, and takes initiative with all Department projects. She is also always kind and has a smile on her face. Thank you for all that you do, Alisa!
Arlene Brown got a shoutout! Oct 19, 2023
Arlene, you are the touchpoint of so many of the library's critical operations and functions. Our day-to-day business wouldn't be possible without your knowledge and skill set. You are the "make it happen" person here and I don't know what we'd do without you!
Diane Highland got a shoutout! Oct 18, 2023
Diane - you have gone above and beyond to support everyone at the library and keep this place humming! We appreciate all you do and couldn't do it without you. Thank you!!!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout! Oct 18, 2023
She is the foundation to our department, the calm in the storm, the master of organization and guru of all thing EIU!
Jose Esparza got a shoutout from Jeremy Clark! Oct 18, 2023
Every day, Jose has proven to be a valued member of the ITS Help Desk. Jose continually shows a willingness to lend a helping hand no matter the situation, and his eagerness to jump on any request that comes his way is appreciated. Thanks, Jose, for having a positive attitude and for all you do every day!
-EIU Information Security Team
Felicia Magee got a shoutout! Oct 17, 2023
We are so grateful for all you do to keep the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department running smoothly Felicia!!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout from Ann Dralle! Oct 17, 2023
Thank you, Mrs. Magee, for all that you do daily for our clients/families, students, staff, and faculty of the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department (CDS). You are an invaluable asset to our team!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout! Oct 17, 2023
Shout out to Felicia Magee who is such a joy to work with in the CDS department! She is ALL-IN for the students, faculty and our clients. She is a valuable asset to the department and to EIU overall. She manages multiple projects and tasks without fail, and all with a smile on her face and positive attitude. We could not do it without her. Thank you for all you do Felicia!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout from Alyssa Bunfill! Oct 17, 2023
Many thanks to the irreplaceable Felicia Magee for all of her help and KINDNESS!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout! Oct 17, 2023
I don't think I would be able to survive my graduate program without Mrs. Magee! She is always available to problem solve and can figure out anything. She's also a friendly face to turn to for advice and encouragement. It is clear that she cares about every student, faculty member, and client in our clinic. We love her!!! Mrs. Magee, thank you for everything that you do for us :) We function because of you!!
Felicia Magee got a shoutout from Carmina Armstrong! Oct 17, 2023
Mrs. Magee,
Thank you for all you do for the EIU CDS department! If I have a question, I know I can always come to you for an answer. You truly make our department better and I am so glad to know you! Thank you for everything!! :)
Felicia Magee got a shoutout! Oct 17, 2023
Mrs. Magee,
Thank you for being incredibly helpful and accommodating towards the grad students! It can't be easy running the clinic as smoothly as you do, but you're doing it with such kindness and grace. We're incredibly lucky to have you.