Shout Outs

We really appreciate all that David does for CHHS. He's always there when needed and quick to respond. Having his support setting up for events when we are in rooms we are not used to has been so incredibly helpful. Thank you, David!

Chris always goes above and beyond, is kind, and helpful in his role in instructional support and training. We really appreciate all of the support and help with setting up important events.

R.J., thanks for your continuous, fantastic support of EIU FOIA, ethics, and legal. Your skills and knowledge are essential to the functions of my office, and your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Thanks for all that you do!

AJH

Jessica’s love and passion for our students at EIU is truly inspiring. She goes above and beyond to support them—whether it’s offering a warm meal, a listening ear, or a comforting presence during the challenges of being away from home for the first time. Her kindness creates a welcoming space where students can relax, feel cared for, and find a sense of belonging. Her impact on their lives is immeasurable, and we are so fortunate to have her!

Alex has been an absolute joy to work with during my transition to another position here at EIU. Her kindness, patience, and willingness to answer all of my questions—no matter how big or small—have made this process so much smoother. Her knowledge and skill are truly invaluable, and I can’t express enough gratitude for her support. I don’t know what I would have done without her guidance, and I feel incredibly lucky to have had her by my side during this transition!

I want to shout out Shane in Special Ed for always being willing to assist where he can. I appreciate his assistance with bringing in clothing for the community closet, assisting with contacting several groups of students about a class cancellation, and for checking in with me periodically to see if I need anything in TLF. He is a great example of college level collaboration and comradery.

In the short time that Dr. Michael Gillespie has been Acting Dean of Student Success, he has demonstrated his field knowledge, educational background and concern for all EIU related - faculty, students, staff and administration. Thank you Dr. Gillespie for taking on this acting role. Several positive things are occurring within the Student Success Center, thanks to your leadership. We appreciate you! Stay tuned EIU - the Student Success Center and its services are improving for everyone!

Huge thanks to Wes for always running to the rescue! I’ve had problems with my computer all week and every single time I text him he is in my office within five minutes!! Thanks Wes! You’re so appreciated!

Shoaib has been instrumental in learning the IT portion of his duties as a new Graduate Assistant here in the School of Extended Learning. He is getting real-world experiences in handling our LMS platforms. His communication skills, knowledge and technical background is superb and has been beneficial in the work that he is performing. He provides great customer service to our partners and without hesitation he begins the tasks that are given. I am not for sure where we would be right now without his assistance in keeping SEL Platforms afloat. I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that he has put into his duties to make this department a great place to work. He is greatly appreciated for his efforts that he puts forth.

Cat has been with the School of Extended Learning since the beginning of January. Her organization skills and attention to detail are amazing for such a young Office Manager. She doesn’t hesitate in asking questions and takes initiative to jumpstart projects that need done. She is a great asset to SEL and we are happy to have her on board. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to your position to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

Jeane has been a top-notch organizer for our Academic Challenge Competition. I have relied on her knowledge and expertise to assist the School of Extended Learning Staff in putting this event together for this academic year. It has taken a lot of patience and learning as we go so that we can put on a successful event. I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that you have put into your duties to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

MD has been a great asset to the School of Extended Learning since coming on board the beginning of October. He has been an instrumental key player in working with our Aceware System. He also did not hesitate to learn and assist with the organization and handling of the Academic Challenge Competition. His technical expertise has definitely become an asset to SEL and we are happy to have him. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to your position to make this department a great place to work. You are greatly appreciated for your efforts that you put forth.

This shout out is for Shannon Bell. Her knowledge and skills are indispensable to the work we do in the College of Education. She is THE "go-to" for so many processes and procedures, and she is ALWAYS willing to help. She is truly a remarkable example of a professional, a collaborator, and a servant leader.

Thanks for taking the reins of an important faculty search! You are appreciated!

I appreciate the great job that Amanda did for me in helping me with an HR issue. She helped me take care of things that I didn't even know I needed help with... And hey she's a Yellowstone fan!

A big thanks for your assistance in managing the many IT related needs that we request that get handed off to you! We appreciate your timeliness in getting our requests addressed and your professionalism in doing so.

We wanted you to know that we APPRECIATE you and all of your efforts, especially with all of the changes and transitions occurring in the greater political and social ecosystems. Your role was difficult and challenging enough, and it probably now seems even tougher. Many of the students in our office who have worked and interacted with you have given you high praise. You're great and we are so happy that you are EIU!

Christine - you are doing a terrific job managing Student Employment! Our department's staff have talked about how great your communication with them has been, how terrific you have served them as customers, and overall how wonderful it has been working with you. Keep up the great work! It is having a positive impact on our campus!

Thank You Ian for all your hard work! We can't wait for you to be back as nothing is getting done without you!

A huge thank-you to Jessica for her tireless dedication to supporting students and staff. Jessica is deeply committed to mental health education and promotion, ensuring students are equipped with vital resources, coping strategies, and tools to manage personal challenges. Jessica makes a profound impact on our campus community, and we are so fortunate to have a great campus partner. Thank you for all that you do.

John is an exceptional ally, advocate, and voice for all students. Despite wearing many hats, he consistently brings positivity, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to collaboration across campus. John’s leadership on the Dr. MLK Jr. Community Breakfast was instrumental in its success, showcasing his dedication and innovative ideas. We’re fortunate to have such a hardworking and supportive campus partner. Keep shining, John!

Had some frustrating computer issues that were preventing me from getting work done. Josh was very patient and understanding as we worked through a solution. He took time out of his day to attempt at finding a remote fix and when that didn't work he came over to my office to make sure my computer was all good to go. Josh has great customer service and was excellent to work with. Thanks dude!

Thank you Janette, for making the holiday's a little extra fun in Old Main this past December! We all enjoyed looking for EIU's "elf on the shelf" and seeing what mischief she had been up to while we were away.

Thanks for doing such a great job cleaning Lincoln 2 & 3 this week. Its the cleanest its been in a long while.

Thank you!

Aaron continues to be an asset to the university and a great help to others and myself. Not to mention working tirelessly to keep us all secure. Thank you for all you do.

You've earned this! ;-)

Chelsy is an asset to the counseling clinic. She consistently goes above and beyond by taking on responsibilities, always with a genuine desire to support her students in achieving both academic and personal success.

Bobbi is an asset to Eastern Illinois University. She is dedicated to supporting students in all areas of wellness and ensuring their academic success. She is also always open to collaborate and brainstorm ideas. She is great to work with! We are incredibly fortunate to have her as part of the EIU community.

Thank you for all you have done to ensure that our staff have been set up correctly making some corrections. We appreciate you taking the time to work with us and making sure everything is accurate!

Austin really went above and beyond when coming to our office for an IT computer request. He has been easy to work with and assisted us with several different things at once. If their was a task he was unable to complete, he would set me in the right direction with who to contact. We really appreciate him