Join us in recognizing September recipients!
Name: Riley Smith
Core Values: Collaboration, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Courage
Reason: Riley deserves special recognition for his outstanding work developing the new online application for College Now! His creativity, initiative, and collaboration have resulted in a tool that will make processes more efficient and easier for both students and staff. Riley saw an opportunity to improve the way we work and turned it into a thoughtful, sustainable solution that will have a lasting impact. We truly appreciate his willingness to take on this challenge, share his expertise, and use innovation to help College Now better serve our students and partners. Thank you, Riley, for going above and beyond!
Name: Michelle Gray
Core Values: Collaboration
Reason: I greatly appreciate Michelle taking time to physically come to another side of campus to check in, say hello, encourage, support, uplift, collaborate, and bring joy. It makes me feel seen, appreciated, and special. It encourages me to do it more often as well.
Name: Michelle Welch
Core Values: Collaboration
Reason: In preparation for this year’s curriculum changes Outcomes and Assessment Coordinator Terrie Sandlin was working on processing a department’s new program for this upcoming year. Michelle without hesitation helped Terrie process and finish this project. Michelle’s willingness to lend a hand at all times is a trait I admire most about her. Thanks for being a part of our team.
Name: Martin Christensen
Core Values: Collaboration
Reason: A huge shout out to Martin Christensen for coming to my rescue first thing on a Monday morning! He was quick to respond, professional, friendly, and had my computer issue fixed in no time. Starting the week with computer problems is never fun, but having someone show up with a great attitude and get things running again so quickly makes ALL the difference. Thank you for the fantastic support and for making my Monday morning a whole lot easier!
Name: Debra Watson and the Contract and Procurement Team
Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration
Reason: A huge thank you to Debra and the Contract and Procurement Team! I so appreciate their responsiveness and willingness to move quickly on several time-sensitive contracts as our TRIO EOC and ETS grant deadlines approached. Her support helped us maximize our grant funds and provide valuable training and development opportunities for both students and staff. Thank you for helping us make the most of these resources!
Name: Courtney Voss and Debbie Dice
Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration
Reason: A huge thank you to Courtney Voss and Debbie Dice for their support during a particularly stressful time as we waited for our TRIO EOC and ETS grant notifications. They helped me better understand the funds available and plan for potential outcomes. Their willingness to collaborate and find a solution also helped our team feel genuinely valued and supported during a time of uncertainty. I am incredibly appreciative of their patience, expertise, and partnership.
Name: Kati Averyt and Tammy Canady
Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration
Reason: A huge thank you to Kati Averyt and Tammy Canady for their support in navigating some complex staffing and grant funding decisions. They helped me think through options for team members, make necessary changes, and work through a lot of detailed planning in an evolving landscape to best utilize our grant funds while supporting our staff. I especially appreciate their flexibility, responsiveness, and willingness to problem-solve alongside me to find solutions that worked for both our programs and our people. Thank you both!
To nominate any RCC staff or faculty for an Osprey Ovation, please fill out the linked form.