Shout Outs

Angie is a great asset to Facilities Planning and Management.  She has done numerous things to improve our workplace and we really appreciate her time and effort.  Thank you for being a great coworker!

Thank you, Emma and the rest of the HERC staff for all the help they have given to the counseling clinic over the past year. Emma and her staff were all hands on deck when were planning on having conference and assisted with the planning. She has also worked with our staff to provide streamlined referrals to the HERC programs from the counseling clinic. She is an asset to EIU. 

A shout-out to Dennis who is a great asset to the Housing & Dining Office.  She is very supportive and developmental when working with our students whether it is advising our hall councils or leading our design team.  Thanks, Dennis for all you do!

A shout-out to Cathy is always a tremendous help when onboarding all of our graduate assistants.  She possesses a wealth of knowledge and is always professional and ethical.  EIU is fortunate to have such a loyal employee.

Chad is one outstanding guy! He has been so helpful with the transition of converting our computer lab into a student lounge. He is bring out the best atmosphere for our students to use the space in the most useful ways possible. He’s also provided me valuable information on so many levels to make my life easier and efficient at EIU. You don’t get enough credit for everything you juggle around on campus…today is the day we give you that! Thanks for all you do! Happy Friday!   

Dustin, thank you so much for your attention to detail in maintaining webpages for WEIU! You're always great to work with, and I know our webpages will look fabulous once you're done with them!

Thank you Dennis for always swooping in to save the day at WEIU! Your knowledge and troubleshooting ability are impeccable, and we're so blessed to have a tech wizard like you on our team!

Huge thanks for your effort to keep electronic security systems on campus working. It takes big patience to nurse antiquated systems through bad days, and you manage to keep our systems running and provide fast fixes when needed, and on demand. We appreciate you!

RJ, thank you for the level of attention and effort you direct toward resolving our issue, every single time we call! You listen closely to our concerns and ask intuitive questions to understand the full scope of the issue, then research and test options to find not just a solution, but the solution that best fits our needs. You are a true asset to your team and EIU. You are appreciated!

I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into fixing my computer issue.  Thank you!

Big thanks to Rosie Bradley for the time and effort she put into the ECACE program this year. It is a complicated degree path and Rosie stepped up and made it work. It took an abundance of time and energy. Thanks Rosie!

Huge shout out to Alisa Gray for her work putting together the Illinois Council on Family Relations annual conference this month! She is invaluable to our department.

No matter how many times I call Mallorie with questions regarding awards and scholarships, she's always pleasant, professional and so helpful! Mallorie, you make a confusing and sometimes nerve-wracking process so much better! THANK YOU!

Jennifer has been a tremendous help during a period of transition in our department. She has been patient and kind, and is a wonderful resource. Thank you 

What a great eye to detail! Rob has shown, throughout his work, great attention to detail and passion. He shows a real Panther Spirit with the staff and students! Thank you for all that you do. We appreciate how you always have a great attitude and  keep everything in order!

Rob is kind and attentive, and takes pride in his work. He makes Blair Hall look good, which makes all of us that work here look good too. Thank you Rob! 

George is a phenomenal worker in his position here at EIU. He goes above and beyond to help assist and support both the students and other staff members on this campus. He offers many great skills and talents and is truly an asset to EIU! We are so lucky to have you here, keep up the great work! Thank you for all that you do!

Gary is an amazing individual and staff member at EIU. He’s a phenomenal worker who goes above and beyond to help support the students and other staff members! Thanks for all that you do, Gary!

Melissa is an outstanding individual, always going far and beyond her normal duties! I know you didn't want me to blast you, but I just couldn't help myself:) Thanks for all of your help and guidance! 

Heather, you are phenomenal in your role as Study Abroad Advisor! You have stepped up to all challenges with calm resolve and a willing attitude to improve processes for the student and for EIU. The partnership we have established between our offices certainly has made my job easier - and I thank you for that!

A big THANK YOU to Matt for saving the day! Matt is fantastic at maintaining a positive attitude and helping find ways to put the needs of our students first.

Yes - I do appreciate you. 

Big Shout out to Don! He has gone far and beyond making sure my transition into Eastern is flawless. Not only he has made it a point to personally take me around on campus to meet everyone, but he takes time to check on me throughout his busy day. Overall a wonderful person to work with! Thank you for all that you do for me and the department! We appreciate you! 

Brittany has had some difficult situations thrown at her this past semester,  but she has been really stepping up and taking intuitive in each of these situations. She is seen problem solving and collaborating with various departments on campus to find solutions.   Brittany is always trying to view each side of a situation and do what is in the best interest for not only the students, but also the staff in her office. She is truly an asset to EIU. 

Megan has been a great help in providing training to me, and our new office manager. Thank you for your time and patience

Tanya for the SAVE!  Tanya made a major scheduling adjustment today allowing us to host a group with 500 middle school and high school campers this summer. Housing and Dining appreciates you!!    Mark Hudson

I like to say a big THANK YOU to Jessica! Being the newest addition to the Eastern crew, I'm having to learn everything from square one. She has made my experience at Eastern so much easier. She has helped with introductions, providing me with necessary links, and always expressing enthusiastic energy.  Thank you for the extra guidance and support! I appreciate you. 

Thank you for all your help with our faculty searches -- you made my job so much easier!

Thanks a million for coming in on your day off to help with Admitted Student Day when everyone else was sick!  I so appreciate your help!

Shout to Leon Mire for his incredible work within enrollment management and across the university. Leon is one of the behind-the-scenes employees on campus who makes an exemplary impact on our operations. THANK YOU LEON

Melissa has been so wonderful, helpful, and patient during our transition to a new office manager. Thanks for always being available to answer our questions.