Welcome to the Eastern Illinois University Shout Out Page. The Staff Senate has established this page to foster the morale of EIU employees and cultivate a positive campus atmosphere. Shout Outs serve as public expressions of gratitude and recognition, allowing us to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of individuals, departments, and others on a daily basis.
We encourage you to utilize the Shout Out submission form to appreciate and commend your colleagues. To create a Shout Out, simply click on the 'Make a Shout Out' tab and log in. Once your Shout Out is submitted, a moderator will review it and proudly display your submission on the Shout Out page.
The Staff Senate at Eastern Illinois University is currently rewarding eligible employees who receive a Shout Out with one $10 EIU Food Court gift card per fiscal year (effective July 1, 2024).
Eligible EIU employees who received a $10 EIU Food Court gift card with a Shout Out must redeem those cards by the expiration date of May 31, 2025. Enjoy up to $10 off your next one-time purchase at the University Food Court; card must be surrendered during time of purchase.
This page is dedicated to the memory of UPD Officer Harold Harris.
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Jeffrey Cranstoun got a shoutout from Philip Kousma! May 28, 2021
Shout out to Jeff for always going above and beyond to help. You're always eager to help, even when I unintentionally send messages while you're out. Thanks for all your tireless work.
Marie Taylor got a shoutout! May 24, 2021
Thank you for all of your hard work in reviewing and processing immunization records. We learned how big of a job this was while you were on vacation. Your efforts are appreciated!
Anne Lewis got a shoutout! May 24, 2021
Thank you for all of your efforts in developing and creating our Student Affairs Newsletter. Its been a great addition to our division!
Cody Ethington got a shoutout from Laurel Fuqua! May 21, 2021
Cody and his crew have gone above and beyond to keep us all safe and protected in the Union during this unprecedented time in EIU's history. You guys are the best!
Joshua Hunt got a shoutout from Laurel Fuqua! May 21, 2021
Joshua and his crew go overboard to keep the Student Activity Center clean and sanitized through this difficult season of COVID. You are the best!!
Julie Lockett got a shoutout! May 18, 2021
Julie is so incredibly helpful with D2L!! I'm trying to do some more advanced/challenging-to-create course tools/features and she's been there for me every step of the way!! KUDOS, Julie!! :)
Julie Lockett got a shoutout! May 17, 2021
Shout Out to Julie, her knowledge of D2L and other teaching resources at EIU is stunning. Thank you for all your tireless work Julie.
Kaitlyn Haas got a shoutout! May 17, 2021
Kaitlyn does a phenomenal job in helping all of our faculty and staff who are awarded grants and external funding with auditing and finances. We don't know where we would be without her.
James Thomas got a shoutout from Eric Davidson! May 17, 2021
JT - Thank you for your service to EIU in your many roles throughout your time here at EIU. You have always been helpful, reliable, and responsive to our needs. Your presence will be missed during your hard earned retirement. Best wishes in your future endeavors!
Howard Neese got a shoutout from Eric Davidson! May 17, 2021
Brad - on behalf of the Health and Counseling Services Medical and Counseling Clinics - THANK YOU for having been a great and wonderful BSW during the past semesters! You have exceeded our expectations in helping keep our clinical environments clean and sanitary. The staff have raved about how pleased they have been with your work and service. Words can not simply express our gratitude.
Eric Davidson got a shoutout! May 17, 2021
Eric is a wonderful help and contributes so much to the success of the covid efforts on campus!
Anne Flaherty got a shoutout! May 17, 2021
Thank you Dr. Flaherty for making your staff feel heard and appreciated! :)
Philip Kousma got a shoutout! May 17, 2021
Shout to for always being so helpful and going above and beyond!
Tara Upton got a shoutout from Emma Noble! May 17, 2021
Big thanks to Dawn, Tara, and ITS for always helping me out and fixing my mistakes! Thank you!!
Becky Shew got a shoutout! May 12, 2021
It seems like Becky is available ALL of the time. She is excellent at listening and working out solutions.
Linda Holloway got a shoutout! May 12, 2021
BIG Thank you for Linda for taking time to listen and then taking action.
We know this last year has been exceptionally challenging and we are glad you are here and working for us.
Bernadette Mangialardi got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Bernadette - Thank you for all of your contributions in helping make the Bonine Suicide Prevention Conference such a huge success. We could not have done it without you!
Brad Coffey got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Brad - Great work with transitioning the Bonine Suicide Prevention Conference to an on-line platform and doubling our attendee numbers! Your hard work and efforts are to be commended!
Jesse Funk got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Thank you for all you do to help our masters students navigate the IRB process! They have been very complimentary about working with you and have sung their praises for quickly they have gotten feedback and responses. THANK YOU!
Susan Propst got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Thank you for being the purchasing dynamo that you are! We always know that when we have a question, you will be able to provide an answer and guidance!
Ryan Gibson got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Thank you for your leadership and support with behind the scenes activities related to COVID Illinois Shield Testing. You have greatly helped make a big task easier!
Nathan Atkinson got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Nate - Thank you for all of your behind the scenes work and logistics in helping make the Illinois Shield COVID testing a reality. We would not be successful without you!
Philip Kousma got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
A big thank you to Philip for all of his hard work behind the scenes coordinating virtual interviews. You're contributions can not be fully measured. Kudos for a job well done!
Tracy Hall-Ingram got a shoutout! May 11, 2021
Thanks to Tracy for taking care of all the tricky things in our office and doing it with joy! You are the best!![]()
Philip Kousma got a shoutout! May 6, 2021
Big ups to Phil for always being there to help out when I need him! He is super responsive, flexible, good at explaining the tech, and overall just a nice person to work with!
Joseph Baumgart got a shoutout! May 6, 2021
Thank you for your efforts and leadership in planning and executing the Moderna Vaccine Clinics, especially with coordinating cold storage options. It was a huge task in a short amount of time. Great job on accomplishing this feat!
Emma Noble got a shoutout! May 6, 2021
Thank you for your efforts and leadership in planning and executing the Moderna Vaccine Clinics. It was a huge task in a short amount of time. Great job on accomplishing this feat!
Jessica Taylor got a shoutout! May 6, 2021
Thank you for your efforts and leadership in planning and executing the Moderna Vaccine Clinics. It was a huge task in a short amount of time. Great job on accomplishing this feat!
Nicole Hite got a shoutout! May 6, 2021
Thank you for your efforts and leadership in planning and executing the Moderna Vaccine Clinics. It was a huge task in a short amount of time. Great job on accomplishing this feat!
Deborah Meadows got a shoutout from Marita Metzke! May 4, 2021
A big THANK YOU goes to Debbie Meadows for hosting the Tai Chi class on Monday when I was out of town. Resources are thin, but if Debbie can help, she always will. A great colleague. With appreciation, Marita Metzke