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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Mark Hudson got a shoutout! Aug 31, 2016
Thank you Charlie Jenkins, Matt Brown, Brian Gough, Matt Pederson, and Steve Vickroy for all of your help and for making EIU a great place to work!
Stacy Smith got a shoutout! Aug 23, 2016
Great Job on getting a handle on Parking! You have overcame obstacles and look forward to you taking control and whipping the office into shape! ![]()
Andrea Beals got a shoutout! Aug 18, 2016
Thank you to Andrea, and all of the other police officers! Your hard work and diligence is appreciated!!!!
Janet Fopay got a shoutout from Emily Stuby! Aug 17, 2016
Thank you Janet for always tracking down the information I need. When everyone is already doing extra you still go above and beyond!
Samuel Eddinger got a shoutout from David Smith! Aug 12, 2016
Sam switched roles a few months back and he has adjusted very well. Sam is very professional and takes very good care of whomever he works with. Thanks Sam for all you have done!
Chadd Gaston got a shoutout from David Smith! Aug 12, 2016
I would like to thank Chadd for all his hard work this Summer. ITS made a huge change a few months back and Chadd has proven to be very valuable. Thanks Chadd and I hope your hard work continues.
Kayla Sondgeroth got a shoutout from Misty Baker! Aug 8, 2016
What an amazing transformation! The crew that included Kayla worked magic on the Klehm Hall Atrium. It went from a jungle to a beautiful outdoor space perfect for meetings, and hosting open house events. We appreciate the time and energy spent making our space look fabulous. We are glad to have you back!
Nathan Brown got a shoutout! Aug 8, 2016
Huge Thank YOU to Nate Brown-- he did an amazing job as BSW. He had a great attitude and our building was Clean and the trash and recycling was removed efficiently.
We know BSW are covering more square footage and these changes have been challenging.
Christine Childress got a shoutout! Aug 4, 2016
Chris you are doing an awesome job with all of your new duties. You are very appreciated!
Levi Lee got a shoutout from Misty Baker! Jul 27, 2016
Thank you for cleaning up Klehm Hall Atrium!!! It was looking like a jungle out there. Now it is a beautiful courtyard worthy of hosting meetings. Your hard work is appreciated!
James Cox got a shoutout from Misty Baker! Jul 27, 2016
Thank you for cleaning up Klehm Hall Atrium!!! It was looking like a jungle out there. Now it is a beautiful courtyard worthy of hosting meetings. Your hard work is appreciated!
Scott Hall got a shoutout! Jun 8, 2016
Kudos to you and your crew for working diligently to make campus look presentable. You're accomplishing a lot considering your staff was reduced by 66%. Your efforts haven't gone unnoticed.
got a shoutout from Cathy Kimball! Jun 2, 2016
Merry is quite like her name--merry. She is upbeat and positive and very helpful. Any time you have an issue, she is happy to give you an explanation. She takes the time to meet your needs without making you feel as if you are imposing even though she is also very busy with her workload. Thanks, Merry.
Eleanor Crouse got a shoutout! May 22, 2016
Thank you for having patience. I'm sorry I bothered you so much.
Eleanor Crouse got a shoutout! May 22, 2016
Thank you for having patience. I'm sorry I bothered you so much.
Michelle Morgan got a shoutout! May 12, 2016
Shout Out to Michelle Morgan for always helping out, even when she is over-worked and not feeling well.
Rose Myers-Bradley got a shoutout! May 12, 2016
Shout Out to Rosie for taking so much time at the end of each semester to make sure the students are ready for Summer/Fall.
Candace Flatt got a shoutout from Cathy Kimball! May 11, 2016
Candace, you made the time to train me and I am very thankful. as the old saying goes "a stitch in time saves nine". You have made a difference. Thank you.
Jennifer Spracklen got a shoutout from Cathy Kimball! May 11, 2016
Jennifer, you take time to help me with my questions and always cheerful. I appreciate your kindness.
David Glassman got a shoutout! May 9, 2016
Thank you for making the tough decisions this semester! Here's to a calmer summer!
Joshua Reinhart got a shoutout! May 9, 2016
Kudos to you and your staff for a GREAT commencement day!!!
Douglas Repp got a shoutout from Christopher Coffey! May 6, 2016
Doug came immediately when dispatched by work control to take care of our walk in freezer. Assisted by Brian Fritts, our freezer is back up and running. What a wonderful response time and team work by our trades.
Brian Fritts got a shoutout from Christopher Coffey! May 6, 2016
Brian did an outstanding job assisting Doug Repp in repairing our walk in freezer so we did not lose product. What an excellent team of tradesman we have here at EIU.
Danielle Ehrlich got a shoutout! May 5, 2016
For helping me when I asked for it. Thank you.
Ashley Bedwell got a shoutout! May 5, 2016
For teaching me friends are a call away.
Jared Gleason got a shoutout! May 5, 2016
For having patience with me.
Shane Witzki got a shoutout! May 5, 2016
For being there when I needed it.
Andrea Salinas got a shoutout! May 5, 2016
For being so nice to me, even when I screw up a lot.
Xueting Sun got a shoutout from Marschelle McCoy! May 4, 2016
Xueting 'Sophia' Sun has been a bright spot in our department. She does professionalism well. She does accounting well. She does leadership well. She is able to leap tall buildings with a single bound and I am going to miss her!!! Sophia - you have helped to bring the BIO department "forward" in numerous well. I greatly appreciate you. You will be an asset to department, program or position that you choose to pursue. God Bless You!!!
Stacia Lynch got a shoutout! Apr 28, 2016
For being an example of what leadership should be. You advocate for your staff and more importantly, for EIU. You never stop raising the bar on what is expected of yourself and others. You are one spectacular person.