Shout Outs

HUGE thank you to Ryan! I came to her with a project with a super tight deadline, and boy did she come through! I'm so appreciative of her making time to accommodate the project in the first place, and coming back with an excellent product! You're a rock star Ryan, thank you again!!!

Rob is a tremendous BSW who takes pride in his work and in making our beautiful Blair Hall sparkle. Every summer he puts a considerable amount of time into deep-cleaning the classrooms and stripping and waxing the floors; come see for yourself how they shine. Rob is also kind and considerate to our students and to the faculty and staff that call Blair Hall home. We are lucky to have him here, and at EIU. Thank you Rob.

Thanks to Cathy for going out of her way--during a really busy time in our office!--to help a student get their employment verification completed correctly for their graduate assistantship! With the deadline quickly approaching to turn in that paperwork, a student was running into several obstacles to meet it. Cathy worked to help the student the best she could within the guidelines she had to follow and succeeded!

Thanks to Jurnee for their hard work with various projects this summer, especially this week. They do a lot of behind-the-scenes work, but his kind nature and open heart also makes students feel welcome in the OAA. It wouldn't be the same without you. Thanks!

Shout out to Chad Franks! He has been tirelessly helping me create posters for my hallway. SCJ gives over 30 scholarships a year and keeping them straight is an undertaking to say the least. He has tirelessly updated and corrected the copy to our liking without complaint. I appreciate you Chad!

Vanzal has done an excellent job this summer handling our student scheduling and any questions thrown his way. He has a wealth of knowledge he brings to this job, and he always manages to get the job done, despite the chaos of large summer customer counts. We could not do this without him! Thanks, Vanzal! - from the SQD and Tower Summer Staff

 Thank you for always answering my millions of questions with such patience, kindness, and politeness. I truly appreciate your willingness to teach me all about the computer programs (I know that’s no easy task!). Your support makes a huge difference, you are amazing at what you do!!!!!!!

Thank you for your quick response in assisting our students with advising question during such a busy time for all. You rock!

A huge thank you to Chris Carter for your outstanding work in making our World Language classrooms look brand new! Repairing and painting the walls in Coleman Hall is no small task--as anyone who's been here knows. Your attention to detail, hard work, and pride in your craft truly show. The walls look fantastic, and we can't wait to welcome students back next week. We appreciate you!

There is not really away to describe what Sandy contributes on a daily basis. From support across the whole department to being a guidepost for both staff and GAs, Sandy goes out of her way to help in each and every situation that she can. I am very thankful that we have her!

Summerlyn has jumped right in to her new role and been absolutely amazing. I could not ask for a better co-worker!

Thank you to you and your team for providing a delicious lunch for our IBHE visitors this week. We appreciate you!

Thank you to you and your crew for hosting the IBHE meeting on campus this week and ensuring everything ran smoothly for them. We appreciate you!

Thank you for coordinating shuttle service for our IBHE visitors this week. We appreciate you!

Thank you for coordinating the campus tour for the IBHE group this week. The student you selected did a great job of representing EIU. We appreciate you!

Big THANK YOU!! from PPCC for working on our cutter and keeping us up an running during this super busy time of the year. We appreciate you acting so quickly to help us.

Gabe has been incredibly responsive to the classroom technology needs of the CLAS faculty; each time I have sent concerns or observations his way (which has been a LOT), he gives them prompt attention. We appreciate all your help, Gabe!

Since joining the leadership team at the MLK Union, Brittany has made an extraordinary impact through her dedication, positivity, and unwavering support for others.

Brittany approaches every day with a can-do attitude and a genuine willingness to help anyone with anything. No task is too big or too small — she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her colleagues and the community feel heard, supported, and valued. Her actions are rooted in kindness, and her presence lifts the entire team.

Brittany is not just a team player — she is a team builder. Her leadership style fosters collaboration, respect, and a shared sense of purpose. It has truly been a blessing to work alongside someone so selfless, committed, and inspiring.

Huge shout-out to Kristin at South Quad Dining for being such an incredible trainer! I truly appreciate all you’ve taught me about Panther Dining and for helping me get ready for the school year ahead. I’ve gained so much knowledge, and it’s been awesome learning from the best!

Big thanks to Chris at South Quad Dining for being an amazing trainer! Thank you so much for teaching me all about Panther Dining and preparing me for the upcoming school year. I’ve learned so much, and it’s been a privilege getting to learn from one of the best!

Made me feel very welcome starting my new job and is always willing to help me out when needed. He is always in a good mood and is fun to be around daily!

Thank you for going above and beyond by checking to see if students had completed a requirement for one of our courses. It was definitely appreciated!

I have worked at EIU since 2019 and encounter many wonderful people daily. One of the absolute nicest, kindest, happiest, sincere, caring, and professional people that always comes to mind is John Marr of Career Services. He is always such a pleasant person to talk to. Don't just take my word for it, I hear the same comments amongst the other staff and students that encounter him as well. Keep up the greatness John!

Thank you so much, April, for making the time to meet with one of our new faculty members and show them around and share what you know about TLF today. You are so kind and generous with your time and knowledge and we sure appreciate you and what you bring to the TLF team. Thank you a million, April!

Shout out to Beth! With patience and a knack for turning complex computer terms into plain, easy-to-understand language, she makes even the most complex tech projects feel manageable. Her meticulous attention to detail, upbeat spirit, and genuine kindness make her an absolute joy to work with. We’re so grateful for the way she helped guide this project to success!!

Shout out to Raju!! His incredible expertise brought our new request forms to life flawlessly. He’s not only brilliant but also a joy to work with—patient, thorough, and always willing to share his knowledge. We’re so grateful for the time, guidance, and follow-up he put into making this project a success.

Shout out to Chris for his quick response and helping hand! He’s always ready to step in when needed, bringing a smile every time. We truly appreciate his reliability, positive spirit, and willingness to help us out in a pinch.

Shout out to Christina for the incredible work she does at Textbook Rental! No matter how busy or chaotic things get—even when the books are overflowing—she handles it all with a calm, can-do attitude. Her dedication makes her a joy to work with, and we are so grateful for everything she does.

Congrats, Laura for achieving an elusive goal, and with the added challenge of adopting a new system and helping your campus constituents navigate it. Your efforts on behalf of students and your coworkers have been noticed and are appreciated. Way to go!

You can always count on Sam to do a great job, but she recently took up the charge on an issue I was having with a vendor and solved the problem! Thanks, Sam.