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Twelve University of Minnesota, Morris faculty and staff members were honored at the annual Recognition Dinner on Thursday, April 26. Hosted by Chancellor Michelle Behr, the event provided the campus community a chance to congratulate faculty and staff award recipients and to thank retirees for their service to the campus.
Faculty Award Recipients
Julie Eckerle, English, UMM Faculty Distinguished Research Award
Tracy Otten, studio art, Horace T. Morse-Minnesota Alumni Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education and UMM Alumni Association Teaching Award
Sheri Been, political science, Horace T. Morse-Minnesota Alumni Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education
Michelle Page, education, John Tate Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising
Cristina Ortiz, anthropology, Bill and Ida Stewart for Ethnic Diversity
Jim Bovre, education, Morris Academic Staff Award
Staff Award Recipients
Irene Maloney, Mary Martelle Award, staff
Mary Zosel, civil service, Outstanding Support Staff Award
Vance Gullickson, teamsters, Outstanding Support Staff Award
Janel Mendoza, AFSCME, Outstanding Support Staff Award
Retirees
Karen Ellis, student activities, conferences & special events
Delores Rathke, dining services
Retirees were welcomed into the University of Minnesota, Morris Retirees Association (UMMRA). Learn more at ummra.morris.umn.edu.
Photos by Jenna Ray.
Brig. Gen. James W. Ring, the Virginia National Guard Director of the Joint Staff, honors Virginia National Guard volunteers at the 2019 Virginia National Guard State Volunteer Recognition and Training Workshop June 9, 2019, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Sponsored by Virginia National Guard Family Programs, the annual two-day event recognizes and thanks volunteers for their efforts in support of family programs and includes training and information sessions on a variety of topics. (U.S. National Guard photo by A.J. Coyne)
The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor Treviño, and members of the City Council presented various certificates of recognition on Monday, May 15, 2023, to individuals that have represented Laredo in several fields and have succeeded in competitions, while being an example of integrity, discipline, and commitment. The City of Laredo is pleased to continue presenting these recognitions in honor of the achievements of locals who represent this town through their professional careers or extracurricular activities.
Past award winner Brian Earle '67 enjoys some accolades.
Photo by Jason Koski/University Photography
The City of Laredo Mayor Pete Saenz presented recognitions and appreciation certificates for the service and contributions made by those volunteers appointed by Mayor Saenz to 38 Advisory and City Committees during the Mayor’s tenure.
Additionally, Council recognized Mr. Carlos Luna, a former Director of the J.W. Nixon High School Band from 1984 to 2014. Mr. Luna and his students received 28 consecutive UIL Sweepstakes Awards. His concert bands including the J.W. Nixon High School Honors Winds Ensemble won first place and honorable mention awards at festivals in Texas, Washington, D.C., and Colorado. Mr. Luna, his students, and band staff earned recognition at numerous marching band competitions, some of which include UIL Area and State Marching Band Contest rankings. The marching bands, under his direction, advanced from the regional level to UIL Area and State Marching Band Contest on several occasions. His band was a consistent TMEA (Texas Music Educators Association) State Honor Band contender for many years, ranking as high as eighth place in the State of Texas in Conference 5A, which is now the new 6A classification. During his 35 years in music education, Mr. Luna also served LISD as band coordinator and director of fine arts. He was also previously inducted into the TMEA Region XIV South Texas Band Directors Hall of Fame in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Lastly, Lisa Kristina was recognized by Council for her community outreach volunteer participation and work through COVID-19 vaccine drives, purchasing and making COVID-19 kits and distributing over 500 kits throughout the community. Lisa Kristina is a medical school candidate who assisted our community in vaccinating over 3,000 individuals. Her volunteer work and participation in our community has not gone unnoticed.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – USACE South Pacific Division Commander Col. (P) Kimberly Colloton recognized Monique Chisholm, Aug. 28, 2018. Chisholm is a procurement analyst in the District’s Business Oversight Branch, Contracting Division. Her award nomination reads in part: “Monique was the point of contact for three actions that had to receive PARC approval … Monique is a very dedicated employee and is always more than willing to do any task assigned and with great care and diligence. Due to her great writing skill and professionalism all three of these actions were approved by the PARC and the projects were able to proceed.”
On July 30, 2024 the Los Angeles Fire Department held the annual Civilian Employee Recognition Luncheon to honor the tremendous work of the following individuals in 2023:
FIRE CHIEF’S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Carr Oduro - Professional/Specialized Skills
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FIRE CHIEF'S GROUP AWARD OF EXCELLENCE:
Purchasing Section -
Carol Ruacho
Anna Areyan
Kendrex Lundy
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EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR:
Carol Ruacho - Clerical
Nicole Castro - Professional/Specialized Skills
Oscar Jimenez - Shop Maintenance
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CERTIFICATE OF SPECIAL RECOGITION HONOREES:
Yvonne Reyes - Professional/Specialized Skills
Gregory Brown - Shop Maintenance
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LONGEVITY AWARD:
Carols Moreno - Shop Maintenance
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