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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Brandon Kurzweg got a shoutout from Lauren Bennett! Sep 2, 2025
You're doing an awesome job leading our Homecoming efforts! I'm excited to see how much our engagement efforts grow under your leadership!
Haylee Brickey got a shoutout from Lauren Bennett! Sep 2, 2025
It's been awesome seeing you run with new ideas and try new things! I'm so proud of how hard you've worked! Your passion for EIU and its students show in everything you do!
Chad Franks got a shoutout from Lauren Bennett! Sep 2, 2025
You've done so much for Advancement, especially with the Alumni Magazine and all of our Homecoming efforts! Thanks for all of your creativity and insight! And for tolerating so many changes along the way! We're lucky to have you as a partner!
-Your friends in Advancement
Jonathan McKenzie got a shoutout! Sep 2, 2025
You've been a great help for learning the ins and outs of the Foundation, fund structures, gift agreements, and everything in-between! Thanks for loaning that expertise to others! You're very appreciated!
Amanda Repp got a shoutout from Tristum Bennett! Sep 2, 2025
Amanda was extremely helpful today when I came into her office this morning. Very pleasant person and really went out of her way to help me.Thanks Amanda!
Deborah Conrad got a shoutout from Bob Martin! Sep 2, 2025
Your commitment to the operation of the bookstore was greatly appreciated and will be missed. Good Luck on your new adventure.
Michael Wayne got a shoutout from Bob Martin! Sep 2, 2025
Your help with the network drop for the football games was a great help for our mobile bookstore sales. Thanks for the fast turn around for the cabling needed for our POS system.
Dominic Baima got a shoutout from Bob Martin! Sep 2, 2025
Your help with the network drop for the football games was a great help for our mobile bookstore sales. It is great to work with people who are always ready to improve a process.
Amanda Repp got a shoutout from Amy Davis! Aug 29, 2025
Absolutely amazing! She was so incredibly helpful. I can’t tell you how much she helped me. Thank you Amanda!
Kasondra Harrell got a shoutout from Amy Davis! Aug 29, 2025
Wow! They have some amazing employees in HR, so incredibly helpful, kind, and patient. She helped me rectify a situation with such grace. I’m so lucky to work for EIU, thank you Kasondra!
Alex Thomas got a shoutout from Amy Davis! Aug 29, 2025
What can I say? She was absolutely amazing helping me rectify a situation. She was so calm and patient and helpful, the best!
Brandon Skinner got a shoutout from Michael Zuber! Aug 28, 2025
Brandon is a great example of EIU! He keeps his staff organized and working hard to meet the needs of the students.
Angie Cawthon got a shoutout from Christopher Kahler! Aug 28, 2025
We can't thank you enough for all of your hard work in certification and taking care of our students in Art + Design. Your dedication and attention to detail was exceptional and made all the difference in student lives. Wishing you all the best - Chris Kahler, Chair of the Department of Art + Design
Austin Schaefer got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 28, 2025
Thank you so much Austin, for helping us with assembling and getting our new computer ready for our new faculty member in TLF. You really got it completed, delivered and set-up for Cameron very quickly and efficiently. Thank you a million, Austin!
Stevie Young got a shoutout from Ceci Brinker! Aug 28, 2025
Stevie
A Very Special Shout-Out! The OLE Staff cannot thank you enough for all your assistance and support that led to a successful start to a new school year at EIU! The WW 2025 events were a major success due to your willingness to Go Above and Beyond when we needed it the most! Thank You!,
Nicole Brooks got a shoutout from Ceci Brinker! Aug 28, 2025
Nicole,
A Very Special Shout-Out! The OLE Staff cannot thank you enough for all your assistance and support that led to a successful start to a new school year at EIU! The WW 2025 events were a major success due to your willingness to Go Above and Beyond when we needed it the most! Thank You!
Andrea Murphy got a shoutout from Ceci Brinker! Aug 28, 2025
Andrea,
A Very Special Shout-Out! The OLE Staff cannot thank you enough for all your assistance and support that led to a successful start to a new school year at EIU! The WW 2025 events were a major success due to your willingness to Go Above and Beyond when we needed it the most! Thank You!
Stacey Atteberry got a shoutout from Ceci Brinker! Aug 28, 2025
Stacey,
A Very Special Shout-Out! The OLE Staff cannot thank you enough for all your assistance and support that led to a successful start to a new school year at EIU! The WW 2025 events were a major success due to your willingness to Go Above and Beyond when we needed it the most! Thank You!
Danita Starwalt got a shoutout from Ceci Brinker! Aug 28, 2025
Danita,
A Very Special Shout-Out! The OLE Staff cannot thank you enough for all your assistance and support that led to a successful start to a new school year at EIU! The WW 2025 events were a major success due to your willingness to Go Above and Beyond when we needed it the most! Thank You!
Tracy Hall got a shoutout from Heidi Larson! Aug 28, 2025
Tracy,
Thank you for your willingness to step up and support the Freshman/Transfer Connection Program. Your help played a key role in the success of both Training Day and the Meet & Greet.
We’re truly grateful to have you on our team!
Warmly, Heidi
Madison Veatch got a shoutout from Paula Coartney! Aug 28, 2025
Thank you, Madison, for making 1st Day so welcoming for our students! You did a great job of keeping everything (and everyone!) organized and running smoothly. Every day is a great day to be a Panther, but you made it even better!
Jerrod Harden got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 27, 2025
Thank you so much Jerrod, for helping us get our keys for new faculty this Fall Semester. I know your job is very demanding, so I thank you for taking care of everything and getting us all set. Thank you, You Rock!
Westley Wright got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 27, 2025
Thank you so much, Wes, for making sure all of our new Faculty have access to their electronics and copiers for Fall Semester. We sure appreciate your help with this. You Rock!
Jacob Page got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 27, 2025
Thank you very much Jake for getting our Wi-Fi issues lined out here in TLF. We sure appreciate your making sure we are all set for the upcoming Semester. You Rock! Thank you so much ;)
Bradley Green got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 27, 2025
I can never thank you enough for all you do for us here in TLF, Brad. You Rock! Thank you for all your help ;)
James Beech got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Aug 27, 2025
Thank you so much for helping me out with my computer issues here in TLF on Monday! Things were so crazy on Monday. and you were a real life-saver James, thank you a million!
Jeff Okrasinski got a shoutout! Aug 27, 2025
Jeff has been amazing in working with new students in the program, especially new international students. Great job Jeff, please the great work up.
Jeanne Okrasinski got a shoutout from April Fletcher! Aug 27, 2025
Thank you for helping get the changes in the program aligned into our courses this semester.
Joy Rainey got a shoutout from Alisa Gray! Aug 25, 2025
Shout out to Joy! The start of the semester can be a busy time and Joy is always ready and willing to get things done. We appreciate all that she does for the Human Services Department!
Andrea Murphy got a shoutout from Mary Sam Laingen! Aug 25, 2025
Andrea has been amazing through the process of fixing my leave balances as HR works to update their systems. Her patience and attention to detail, as well as giving up her lunchtime to meet with me, has been wonderful! Thank you!