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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Bonita Flynn got a shoutout! Sep 22, 2025
Thank you for stopping what you were doing and helping clean up coins. We really appreciate it!
Hope you enjoyed the laugh!
Carrie Dale got a shoutout from Kimberly Redfern! Sep 22, 2025
Thank you, Dr. Dale, for your continued student engagement, support, and motivation for our IDS students! Thank you, also, for sharing the successes of our students!
Tiffany Swalls got a shoutout! Sep 22, 2025
Thank you, Tiffany! I know you are incredibly busy right now but you took the time to help me figure out an issue with a student's degree audit. I appreciate you more than you know!!
Tony Craven got a shoutout! Sep 20, 2025
Thank you Tony for going above and beyond and helping us out when we had a problem with a vehicle reservation.Catie & Julia
Jeffrey Sanders got a shoutout! Sep 19, 2025
The Department of Public Health and Nutrition appreciates you taking care of our area while our BSW was out. Everything was super clean every day. THANK YOU!!!
Cody Ethington got a shoutout! Sep 19, 2025
The Department of Public Health and Nutrition appreciates you taking care of our area while our BSW was out. Everything was super clean every day. THANK YOU!!!
R.J. Vanderwerf got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 18, 2025
Thank you, RJ for helping our TLF team get a new email account set up today. We certainly appreciate all your help and for being so gracious to get it done quickly. Many thanks, RJ!
Tracy Hall got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 18, 2025
Thank you so much Tracy for giving me the steps to get through our website changes. You are so helpful, and I really appreciate your willingness to help out. We are so lucky you work in Marketing! Thank you so much ;)
Shelly Williams got a shoutout from Catherine Polydore! Sep 17, 2025
Shelly is a truly remarkable colleague and friend to CHE. In the absence of an office manager, she has stepped up in extraordinary ways, generously giving her time, sharing her resources, and going above and beyond to support our team. From setting up for our faculty retreat, to reviewing and reaching out to student worker candidates, to guiding their orientation and onboarding, Shelly has been an essential part of keeping things running smoothly, and keeping me sane. :)
Her kindness, dedication, and beautiful spirit are a gift to the College of Education and to everyone in Buzzard Hall.
Keep shining your light, Shelly. We’re so grateful for you!
Jason Jacobs got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 17, 2025
Thank you, Jason for just plain being awesome! We cannot believe how fast you got our request finished today, now that is service! Thank you a million, Jason for all you do here in TLF and at EIU! Keep being awesome.
Haley Wilson got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 17, 2025
Thank you very much, Haley! We appreciate you taking care of our requests with kindness and quickness in your department. You definitely deserve a shout out and probably a million more, thank you Haley!
Bradley Green got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 17, 2025
Brad is tireless in his pursuit of excellence here in Buzzard Hall, and I thank goodness for him being part of our team. Thank you, sincerely Brad for all you do to help me out here in TLF. You are a gem, and we are so lucky to work with you!
Michelle Burnside got a shoutout! Sep 17, 2025
Congratulations on your retirement! WE (AFSCME 981) are going to miss your dedication and straightforward answers. You have been a constant for so many years. Above all we are going to miss you as a friend and colleague. Enjoy your new home and keep traveling and enjoying life. Later my friend.
Catie Danner got a shoutout from Heidi Larson! Sep 16, 2025
I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Catie for her outstanding contributions to the Freshman/Transfer Connection Mentoring Program. Her efforts have been truly instrumental in helping the program grow and thrive.
Catie brings a remarkable blend of kindness, organization, and a strong student-centered focus to everything she does. She consistently goes above and beyond to support both students and colleagues, and her dedication does not go unnoticed. Her work truly reflects the spirit and values of EIU.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have Catie as part of our team. Her presence makes a meaningful difference, and we are all better for it.
Shannon Bell got a shoutout from Angela Coady! Sep 15, 2025
Shannon Bell is a truly amazing individual who continually goes above and beyond in any role she is given and is always putting the entirety of EIU's success at the forefront! She is a true blessing to the University. Her continued support and guidance in all situations are all always extremely appreciated!!!
Christy Hooser got a shoutout from Angela Coady! Sep 15, 2025
Dr. Hooser's experience, extreme knowledge, and dedication to Eastern Illinois University is fully evident as she continues to go above and beyond for students, faculty, staff, and the University in its entirety. I feel extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to work with her, learn from her, and be guided by her leadership. I greatly appreciate her compassion, transparency, and humor as we navigate through our current situation here at EIU. EIU is extremely fortunate to have Dr. Hooser!
Tiffany Swalls got a shoutout! Sep 11, 2025
Thank you for helping CHHS with the certification and some of the Assistant to the Dean roles associated with curriculum. We sincerely appreciate all that you are doing and the way you have stepped up in big and small ways!
Nikki Hillier got a shoutout! Sep 11, 2025
Thank you for volunteering to step up and take on extra roles with the CHHS Curriculum committee. We really appreciate your willingness and leadership!
Michael Rogers got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 10, 2025
Thank you so much Shane, for always being willing to help me out in TLF when I have a question. You are a blessing and I am truly grateful for all the help you give to me and our TLF department. You are awesome!
Gabriel Rauch got a shoutout from Stacey Knight Davis! Sep 9, 2025
We appreciate you Gabe! Thank you for all you do to keep our computers and systems up and running. We see you and we thank you. From your friends in the Library.
Bradley Green got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you, Brad, for always being someone we can depend on here in TLF to answer questions and go above and beyond every day! Thank you, you are appreciated Brad!
Melissa Schmieder got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you, Melissa - for assisting me with my Payroll Questions & helped me recently - you Rock! You are appreciated.
Travis Trimble got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you, Travis - for assisting me with my Payroll Questions & helped me recently - you Rock! You are appreciated.
Andrea Murphy got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you, Andrea - for assisting me with my Payroll Questions & helped me recently - you Rock! You are appreciated.
Laura Shute got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you, Laura, for always being willing to help and answer questions regarding the FSW program and how to get new help for our department. We appreciate you Laura, thank you very much for all you do!
Stacey Atteberry got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2025
Thank you so much, Stacey for your help regarding FSW questions. You are very kind to help and always do you best to find an answer. You are very much appreciated, thank you!
Kacie Lang got a shoutout! Sep 8, 2025
Wanted to say Thank you to Kacie for always making such good food. For always showing up for work even when she dosent feel good. She works hard and is devoted to doing a great job. She is always helpful and will go out of her way to make sure that everyone is doing ok, she makes sure our events are carried out accordingly. You rock Kacie. THANK YOU.
Danita Starwalt got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2025
Thank you, Danita, for your hard work. I truly appreciate the great advice you've provided and your willingness to listen. Your support means a lot.
Michelle Morgan got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2025
Michelle consistently goes above and beyond for the College of Health and Human Services and EIU. She keeps everyone in line, has trained more colleagues in new positions than anyone I know, is always willing to help, and makes the office a fun place to work. Thank you, Michelle.
Alisa Gray got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2025
Thank you for all you do for students, the Department of Human Services, and the College of Health and Human Services. You are always precise and one step ahead of others; your work ethic, kindness, and passion for EIU does not go unnoticed.