Administrative Operations Connection

May 5, 2022 | For Administrative Operations staff

Administrative Operations staff recognized for going above and beyond

Several Administrative Operations employees were recently recognized with Bravo Awards for going above and beyond.

The Bravo Award program recognizes employees who excel in their job duties and meet one or more of the following award categories: Moving the University Forward, Innovation/Creativity, Operational Excellence and Fiscal Stewardship.

Elizabeth (Betsy) Nelson, a hazardous materials chemist with Radiological and Environmental Management, was nominated by Robin Ridgway for Operational Excellence. Betsy is relatively new to the position and was quick to learn the submittal process for the monthly hazardous waste shipment—something Robin describes as a complicated task.

“In the absence of our senior chemist, Betsy jumped in and prepared the paperwork to meet federal regulations on short notice” explained Robin. “Without her help, we would have had to delay the shipment, which presents other waste management issues. Betsy rose to the occasion without hesitation, and she deserves to be recognized for being such a valuable member of our team.”

To see a full list of award recipients for this quarter, visit the AO Intranet.

The deadline to submit nominations for next quarter is June 11. A nomination form is available on the Bravo Guidance and Form page on the AO Intranet.

Questions about the Bravo Award program or process may be directed to Kristy Smith at kjs@purdue.edu or 765-494-8009.