This week’s ‘Thumbs Up’ recipients

Brenda Black Scott

Brenda (Finance) is a remarkable colleague who always takes my calls and works through whatever challenge I’m navigating within our various travel and financial systems. While the occasional answer might be user error, Brenda is exceptionally patient and takes the time via screenshare to walk me through, step by step. I am ever grateful! — Renee Kashawlic (University Residences)

Mark French

A huge thank you to Mark (Engineering Technology) for going above and beyond to support our students! Your quick and compassionate response when notified of a student’s challenges made all the difference. Your proactive outreach and kindness show just how much you care about student success. We appreciate you! — Tessa Winkler (Office of the Dean of Students)

Billy Pitts and Brian Schwartz

Billy and Brian (both Operations and Maintenance) worked at Lawson tirelessly to clear a blocked drain. They worked multiple days and said they wouldn’t leave until this was fixed. Getting to the blockage was difficult and required multiple attempts with snakes with different diameters and using the camera to diagnose possible blockages. They were creative and persistent enough to clear the blockage. They also ran large volumes of water to make sure the line was draining and confirm that the blockage was cleared. I appreciated the persistence and effort to make sure the job was done correctly. Thanks! — Richard Leonard (Computer Science)

Those who supported Winter Session

A big thank you for the efforts of Christina King, Tiffany Sterger, John Pearson and Michelle Redmond (all University Undergraduate Advising) and the UUAA team; Lesa Beals, Jill Manuel and Jennifer Sibray (Office of the Registrar); Joel Wenger (Financial Aid); Andrea Mattingly (Student Success) and her communications team; Ryne Kerchner (Purdue Online); Karen Neubauer, Ben Holmes, Kate Kozikowski and Laura Miller (all Center for Instructional Excellence and the Division of Teaching and Learning); Beth Moore and Julie Cox (both Office of the Dean of Students); Suzie Robinson and Kristi Hartwick (both Business Office); McKenna Williams (Finance); Taylor Stayback (IDA+A); Mandie Greiwe (Disability Resource Center); Tim Riley and Michelle Fulk (both Office of the Bursar); and the dedicated course instructors, department heads, scheduling deputies, academic advisors and numerous student resource offices. Your collective efforts made it possible for over 1,300 undergraduate students to complete online courses during the winter break. Thank you for your incredible support! — John Race (Office of Summer and Winter Sessions)

Katie May

Thank you, Katie (Public Health), for stepping in and taking on committee coverage during my absence. You were amazing with the amount of work required on short notice. — Stephanie Winder (Mechanical Engineering)

Carol Weaver

Huge thank you to Carol (Agricultural and Biological Engineering) for everything that she does for ABE and students! Thank you for always looking out for everyone and making sure others feel cared for. I appreciate the kind and encouraging emails. — Katie May (Public Health)

Department of Public Health faculty and staff

Happy National Public Health Week! Thank you for all that you do! — Katie May (Public Health)

Kara Weatherman

Thank you so much, Kara (Pharmacy Practice), for being the guest speaker for the Alpha Lambda Delta Phi Eta Sigma induction ceremony. The students and guests really enjoyed your speech! — Katie May (Public Health)

Melissa Jones

Melissa (Whistler Center for Carbohydrate Research), I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for all that you do. Your willingness to step in and lend a hand whenever needed does not go unnoticed. You consistently go above and beyond to support the department, and your dedication truly makes a difference. Thank you for your hard work, positive attitude and generosity in helping wherever you’re needed. We’re so lucky to have you! — Cory Brenner (Food Science)

Jonathan Miller

We did not have hot water at Hilltop in buildings 1-22. Jonathan (Operations and Maintenance) ordered the parts, did the repair work and completed the job within 12 hours. Thank you for everything you continue to do daily. — Izzy Salazar (Operations and Maintenance)

Tony Hayden

Tony (Purdue IT) went above and beyond my ticket request to get three computers back up and running. He worked not only on those computers but also assisted in setting up the entire technology room. He took the time to hook up all network cables and docking stations and updated the remaining computers in the space. This work is wholly appreciated to keep our equipment up to date so that our employees can complete their work more efficiently — Sadie Stinnett (Purdue Online)

Renata Amos

I was at the Center for Healthy Living on campus and had Renata as my nurse. What a joyful woman she is. She took great care of me and was concerned and kind. — Sigrid Zahner (Patti and Rusty Rueff School of Design, Art, and Performance)