This week’s ‘Thumbs Up’ recipients

Daniel Ginter

Daniel (Purdue Brand Studio) is a video production assistant. He will also soon graduate from the computer graphics technology program. Not only did Daniel complete a photography job for the inaugural Indy Amplified: Summer in the Circle City program, but he also captured video content. He provided amazing photos for our marketing endeavors, and he recently completed a promo video that is out of this world. Amazing job, Daniel! We appreciate you! — Kate Caward (Experiential Education) and Katie Nelson (Career Success)

Wright Frazier

I’d like to recognize and thank Wright Frazier (Veterinary Medicine) for his outstanding support in helping resolve a LinkedIn job posting issue. Wright quickly connected me with the right contact and stayed engaged throughout the process, following through until the issue was fully resolved. Thank you, Wright! — Amy Deitrich (Agriculture)

Haley Betschart-Dunaway

Haley (Animal Sciences) went above and beyond to ensure our Animal Sciences Advisory Board meeting’s meals ran seamlessly. She coordinated breakfast, daylong refreshments and lunch and even handled the full setup and teardown of the Purina Pavilion with ease. Haley approaches everything she does with a smile and a genuine spirit of teamwork, making everyone feel included and helping our department truly shine. — Marion Welsh (Animal Sciences)

Angie Welshimer

Angie (Office of Undergraduate Research) has been nothing short of amazing in assisting us with making the Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Research Program work with the OURConnect system. I email her endlessly, and she always replies quickly and with warmth, enthusiasm, humor and knowledge. I appreciate Angie greatly! — Stephanie Winder (Mechanical Engineering)

Dave Lucas, Joe Lane and Caleb Koontz

Two thumbs-up to Dave, Joe and Caleb (all Operations and Maintenance) for stepping up to help a co-worker in need. The trio worked together to unload and help deliver a lift chair, ensuring it was safely set up and ready to use. Their teamwork, kindness and willingness to lend a hand reflect the true spirit of support and community we value so much in O&M. Awesomely amazing job, guys! Thank you! — Terri Griffin (Operations and Maintenance)

Jennifer Phillips

Jennifer (Finance) has been nothing but kind and helpful as I learn a new process. She has really made the process easier to learn on my end and helped guide me on what to do in the future. She has never acted like I am a bother and has truly been so great to work with. I truly appreciate working with people who are there to help, and Jennifer is one of those people. — Amy Rothrock (Finance)

Building Services staff members who supported Lynn Hall preparations

These 17 crew members demonstrated exceptional dedication in preparing Lynn Hall for the accreditation held Oct. 12-16: Ethan Platt, Dustin Richardson, Rhoda Spear, Elizabeth Martinez, Ana Estrada, Jamie Flynn, Lisa Cross, Vickie Deardurff, Maria Gaeta, Alex Serrano, Colleen Romeril, Amanda Treadway, Crystal Cochran, Najibullah Wardag, Sabrina Stigers, Brittany Daugherty and Mikel Darland. Their hard work and attention to detail ensured the building was in outstanding condition. Many team members contributed additional hours, both during and beyond their regular shifts, to ensure every aspect was ready. The results were remarkable — Lynn Hall looked fantastic. Thank you all for your commitment and outstanding effort. — Natalie Devine, Annette Robbins, David Miskin and William Spurlock (all Building Services)