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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Laura Easterday got a shoutout from Carol Galey! Mar 27, 2015
Thanks Laura for all the hours and hard work you put in to get the payroll out on time and very accurately. You are always pleasant to work with no matter the problem! I appreciate all that you do.
Katherine Shaw got a shoutout from Frances Murphy! Mar 26, 2015
Big SHOUT OUT to Katie Shaw for generously helping us in the Child Development Laboratory with GA coverage so Karen Hart can attend important professional conference!! You are a wonderful colleague.
Diana Kennedy got a shoutout from Frances Murphy! Mar 26, 2015
Diana, we miss your smile and presence in Buzzard Hall!! Get well soon.
Jeffery Ashmore got a shoutout! Mar 26, 2015
Here is a Big Shout out to one of this University's most valuable Employees. Jeff gives his best to every customer that walks in his door at Central Stores. Nice Job Jeff, keep up the Good Work.
Jeffery Ashmore got a shoutout! Mar 25, 2015
A Huge Shout out to Jeff. He is one of the hardest workers i know. I think he is a Great Asset to Central Stores.
Kevin Hardwick got a shoutout! Mar 25, 2015
Thank you for excellent customer service and team work. Great Job!!
Cathy Johnson got a shoutout from Michelle Wayne! Mar 24, 2015
Thanks for helping us out with our paperwork. You were courteous and extremely helpful. We appreciate the thoughtfulness.
Michelle and Rick
Connor Moore got a shoutout from Vicki Phillips! Mar 24, 2015
Thank you for sharing your education experience and work experience with a student exploring computer related majors! Your knowledge and enthusiasm has been wonderful!
Nathan Atkinson got a shoutout! Mar 24, 2015
Great job representing EIU today to a student seeking information on programming job and majors and how they are applied. Your enthusiasm is excellent. Thank you!
Michael Carter got a shoutout! Mar 24, 2015
A Big shout out for Jr. He is a man of many Hats. It amazes me he can juggle being the Roofing Foreman,Work Control Coordinator and Safety Feast Coordinator/ Cruise Director. He does a Great Job keeping buildings dry,coordinating the work load and feeding everyone at the Safety Feasts. Good Job Jr.
John Bailey got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
John your leadership skills can only be matched by your skills as a carpenter. You've set the standards high for us in Facilities.
John Bailey got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
John, Good Luck on your Retirement . They are Going to have a hard time finding someone to fill your Shoes. You are one of a kind.
Jeffery Ashmore got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
A big shout out to Jeff for being a team player and always going the extra mile to help his customers. Good Job Jeff
Linda Simpson got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
Thank you for leading our Department!! You are doing a great job and we appreciate it.
Michelle Sherwood got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
Thank you Mikki for all you do to make the FCS department so great!! You work so hard and we really appreciate it. Thank you for being a great leader--you are the best!!
Travis Magee got a shoutout from Randall Good! Mar 23, 2015
A Big Shout out to Travis , He is in it to win it , He always gives 100% .
Delisa Standerfer got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
TOP customer service, always friendly and will a smile. THANKS for all you do for EIU!!! You make all of our jobs easier by your helpful attitude and vast knowledge of the procurement process. EIU is lucky to have YOU!
Carla Nelson got a shoutout! Mar 23, 2015
A huge shout out to Carla Nelson in the Office of the Registrar. She is always so patient and helpful, and does everything with a smile. Thank you for being so awesome!
David Emmerich got a shoutout from Tina Luce! Mar 20, 2015
A HUGE shout out to Dave Emmerich and Julie Davis for finding my cell phone for me!! I had looked everywhere for it and had emailed Dave to see if anyone had turned it in. They both went above and beyond to find it and return it to me! Thanks so much it is deeply appreciated!! You guys are Great!!
Julie Davis got a shoutout from Tina Luce! Mar 20, 2015
A HUGE shout out to Dave Emmerich and Julie Davis for finding my cell phone for me!! I had looked everywhere for it and had emailed Dave to see if anyone had turned it in. They both went above and beyond to find it and return it to me! Thanks so much it is deeply appreciated!! You guys are Great!!
Joshua Norman got a shoutout from Nathan Atkinson! Mar 20, 2015
This guy does just about everything, does it well, and does it fast. He is genuinely excited to help EIU anyway he can. He's a one man wrecking crew. He's the Jester of Tortuga. He does it live.
Patrick Duzan got a shoutout! Mar 19, 2015
Keep up the good work. Your expertise helps keep this campus running at nights. Your welding skills are awesome.
Lyle James got a shoutout! Mar 19, 2015
Thanks for being such a great partner and making our jobs easier on the night shift.
Lisa Dallas got a shoutout from Frances Murphy! Mar 19, 2015
SHOUT OUT to Lisa Dallas for her continuous support, expertise and creativity in helping SFCS with technology. Hardware issues, software questions, on-line class problems and ways to implement ideas are all just a walk in the park for Lisa. She never gives up on finding a solution. THANK YOU Lisa for making our programs work so much better with technology!
Dustin White got a shoutout from Frances Murphy! Mar 19, 2015
BIG shout out to Dustin White for his work on EIU 360 that featured the EIU South Africa program. Beautiful graphic, excellent article, and good communication with Drs. Bredesen and Murphy in the process. I love seeing all the 360 features. They are such an excellent representation of our campus community.
Sean Zerrusen got a shoutout from Frances Murphy! Mar 19, 2015
Thanks to Sean for his work in keeping the Child Development Laboratory in Buzzard Building in fine shape and meeting licensure requirements. Sean is cheerful, kind and helpful in every way. It is such a pleasure to work together.
Billie Rawlings got a shoutout from Peggy Manley! Mar 19, 2015
Billie,
Thanks for being the calm, soothing balm on the other end of the line. We admire your can-do attitude and your pleasant disposition. Christine agrees completely with this assessment, as well.
Jennifer Smith got a shoutout from Peggy Manley! Mar 19, 2015
Jennifer,
Thank you for your tireless efforts to meet our needs during the transformation of our survey! You were able to provide us exactly what we envisioned and never once complained through the editing process. You have been and continue to be a joy to work with.
Mindy Hurst got a shoutout from Vicki Phillips! Mar 18, 2015
Mindy is a very intuitive, supportive person. I don't know what we would do without her help on SharePoint! She contacts with ideas before we have to ask and is patient as we ask questions on the system. Always a pleasure to work with!
Dee Miller got a shoutout from Jerri Hinton! Mar 18, 2015
Your attention to detail and tireless effort to make auditions, festivals, programs and other special events flow smooth is one of a kind. It's not an easy task, but please know your work does not go unnoticed. We are very fortunate to have your smiling face be our representative at the front desk. Thanks for your hard work and for being an awesome team player.