Our campus and facilities are serviced by dedicated employees working as a team to enhance the safety and resiliency of the CU Boulder community. On January 23, 2025 several outstanding team members were recognized for their significant contributions to the university this past year. The following are recipients of the 2024 I&R annual awards:

DEI Awards

Chris Cox and Rachel Eastman  ~Submitted by Tim Lockhart

“I am honored to nominate Karina, William, Chris and Rachel for the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award. This exceptional team exemplified the power of cross-departmental collaboration by successfully translating our Custodial Core training program from English to Spanish. Their efforts not only enhanced accessibility for our non-native English-speaking staff but also fostered a more inclusive workplace culture.

Recognizing the barriers that language can create, Chris and Rachel spearheaded the initiative, identifying the need for equitable training resources for all employees. Karina brought her expertise in translation, ensuring that the content was not only accurate but also culturally relevant. William coordinated the logistical aspects, making sure that all staff were informed and supported throughout the process.

Together, they broke down silos within our organization, demonstrating a commitment to safety, diversity and inclusion. Their collaborative spirit and dedication to creating equitable opportunities for all employees have set a new standard for teamwork and innovation at CU.

I wholeheartedly recommend this team for the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award in recognition of their outstanding contributions and the positive impact they have made on campus.”

Hellems Team~Submitted by Amy Kirtland

“Throughout the duration of this project, I've been impressed by the strong internal team working on Hellems. This has not solely been a design and construction project; it's been a project that has included change management efforts, creative swing space solutions for both interior and exterior spaces, proactive messaging and communications to the campus community, and preservation and reimaging of the first Klauder designed building on campus. The project team continuously act as campus stewards, and one example of this is how they proactively tackled negative feedback about construction fencing and modified campus pathways (could have been easy to dismiss one person's feedback about an altered campus pathway, but the team worked with the contractor to quickly make on site changes to improve the issue).  Project managers have been particularly thoughtful about honoring the land’s history. CU Boulder’s land acknowledgement will be at the main entrance and on the east side of the building, where medicinal and native plants will be planted, along with engravings in seating areas and indigenous art.”                                                      

Rubi Andazola ~Submitted by Kelsey Draper and Wilson Batdorf

“We are honored to nominate Rubi Andazola for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award. Her exceptional commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture makes her a truly deserving candidate.

Rubi has been a driving force in promoting inclusivity, notably through her dedication to encouraging participation in our recently relaunched GED program. She has motivated her team and others throughout the department to take advantage of this and other valuable opportunities, including the computer literacy program, PERA, open enrollment for tuition assistance, and ESL classes for both personal and professional growth. Her proactive support has created a pathway for employees to advance their education and broaden their opportunities, underscoring her commitment to their development.

Rubi’s warmth and her natural ability to connect with the Information and Referral (I&R) team have had a profound impact. Her positive energy is truly infectious, bringing a renewed sense of enthusiasm and support within the department. By fostering this sense of community, Rubi has uplifted her colleagues and inspired a stronger commitment to inclusivity.

Rubi's leadership through these actions exemplifies her dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her passion and care for others have made a tangible difference, creating an environment where everyone feels encouraged, valued, and empowered.”                                                                                         

Safety Awards

Christian Parker ~Submitted by Don Fitzpatrick

“Christian is the supervisor for our horticulture team. I have had a chance to observe Christian, and I’ll be honest, she does an amazing job coaching, developing, and mentoring her team members, always focusing on safety. Christian also reaches out to me to discuss safety concerns and hazards around campus. Not only does she report the problem, but Chrisitan already has a plan to correct the hazard. Nice job, Christian!     

Daniel Buendia ~Submitted by Kevin Crosby

“Danny has been an excellent resource for projects in ensuring we meet accessibility requirements as well as being point person for Fall Prevention projects and other safety related items.”

Sabastion Fresquez ~Submitted by Gerald Donnelly

“Sabastion goes above and beyond to make sure jobs are safe and when operating the lift he makes sure everything is safe, including the students and the staff.  He is an excellent safety person.

Student Award

Alex Melvin, Lorna Platt and Sophie Swift ~Submitted by Charles Holstein

“Alex, Lorna, and Sophie were our student horticulture team this summer and fall.  They worked 40 hours a week through the summer, pulling weeds in the hot sun, and did so with good humor, good communication, and an excellent work ethic! This was the first summer with a dedicated Horticulture team on East Campus, and these three students did so much of the weeding and general labor, that I was able to focus on developing the program and training my new full-time employees.  This wouldn't have been possible without a student team that I knew I could depend on.  The three of them worked together seamlessly, always kept busy, did an excellent job of communicating things they saw in the field that they thought I should know, and in general were a huge, huge, help to me personally and our crew in general. I've had lots of student employees in my time here, and Sophie, Lorna, and Alex are some of the bests I've ever had. It was my good luck to get them all at once!”                             

Team Awards

Marcelino Ruiz III, Danny Gallegos, Adam Garrett and Scott Nelson ~Submitted by Cate Antil

“In just a few months, Marcelino learned the ropes, took the reins & performed with honor & integrity. Constant open-door availability, always able to be interrupted & fully present for the matter at hand. Respectful of all and fair. Already balancing several plates in the air at once, never negative or grumpy. Includes all necessary parties in decision-making whenever possible, helping all feel included. Willing & able to take time to explain the why of decisions & always checks in with everyone on duty before leaving each day. Scott, Danny and Adam are always willing to help, share extensive institutional knowledge.”                               

Elizabeth Goetz and Timothy Varrone ~Submitted by Wilson Batdorf and Kevin Griffin

“I am pleased to nominate the GIS Team for the Teamwork Award. Their extraordinary accomplishments, collaborative spirit, and innovative use of tools have made them an invaluable asset to our campus, providing support and resources that are hard to quantify yet easy to see.

The GIS Team is one of the most powerful units within Information and Referral (I&R), with their remarkable ability to create and share mapped resources that inform the daily work of Facilities Management and numerous other stakeholders across campus. Recently, they undertook a major initiative, migrating all campus utility data and maps from Munsys to the enterprise ESRI platform. This project involved migrating thousands of data points over the course of more than a year—a monumental task that required both precision and dedication.

Beyond the campus utility map, this team manages other essential resources, including the construction cone zone map, parking and bus maps, and tree mapping, while collaborating closely with CUPD, EH&S, and many other campus partners. Their accurate management of the mapping of over 1,100 acres of land and more than 13 million gross square feet of building space is a testament to their skill and dedication.

The GIS Team's commitment to teamwork and communication has led to significant outcomes and a supportive, can-do atmosphere. Liz, the team’s cornerstone, is consistently solution-oriented, exploring every request to find ways to make it happen. Tim, the newest member, has brought a fresh enthusiasm and a spirit of curiosity that has helped maintain the team’s momentum. Together, they combine expertise with creativity, delivering exceptional service that has elevated our campus infrastructure.

With their dedication to their craft, the GIS Team brings value to campus every day. Their efforts not only support the goals of others but also create a collaborative and enjoyable work environment that fuels their continued success.”                                                     

Plumbing and Steam Shop ~Submitted by John Gleason

“I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to all the hard-working and highly skilled staff in the Plumbing & Steam shop for their continued diligence in supporting our mission as a customer service organization. The criticality of the systems supported by this work unit for our research community in maintaining systems that keep our campus community safe can't be underestimated. I have received many customer feedback communications over this past year from our campus community thanking this work unit for their positive attitudes, helpfulness and quality work which is highly appreciated.

Your hard work deserves recognition and a HUGE THANK YOU!” 

Recycling and Solid Waste ~Submitted by Scott Redder

“Zack Tupper forwarded me an email chain from Sam Miller and Karli Hardesty. Below are some excerpts that identify the amazing teamwork, customer service and dedication to zero waste.

From Zack:  Hey Scott,

We don’t recognize your hard-working team as often as we should. Folks like Jason are central to our operation. And folks like Jason making doing our jobs fulfilling and rewarding. I’m not sure if there’s an award we can nominate him for, or if I can treat his team to lunch. Just let me know. We just want to make sure he’s recognized for his efforts. 

From Sam: Hi Team,

I just wanted to share an awesome experience I just had. Admissions is cleaning a storeroom in the basement of ARCE and had 5 pallets of recycling they wanted picked up (see pic). I reached out to Jason Tavares (thanks for the contact, Michael!) and here is where it gets crazy… Jason responded in 15 minutes and had a truck and 7 people onsite 20 minutes later. They had all the recycling cleared in less than 30 minutes. All in all, the entire process took about an hour.  I joke about how slow the University is, but Jason and team jumped on this and knocked out a big project in virtually no time at all, way to go CU solid waste and recycling team!

From Karli:  Hi

If helpful I can add support that Jason was exactly as Sam describes in his experience when we needed help with large amounts of packing materials from the MCOL Entomology collections project in August.  Effective communication, fast response time to both emails and action in getting items removed for us.                                                   

“I am nominating the solid waste and recycling team for their outstanding contributions to our campus environment, particularly highlighting their initiative over the summer to paint the 109 trash dumpsters located throughout campus. This project not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of our campus but also fosters a sense of community pride and responsibility toward maintaining a clean environment.

The decision to beautify the trash dumpsters reflects a creative approach to solid waste management. By transforming these often-overlooked elements into vibrant, artistic installations, the team has effectively raised awareness about recycling and waste disposal. This initiative serves as a constant reminder to the campus community about the importance of sustainable practices, making the message of environmental stewardship more visible and engaging.

Moreover, the success of this project can be attributed to the exceptional teamwork displayed by the solid waste and recycling team. Their collaboration ensured that every step, from planning and design to execution, was carried out efficiently and effectively. Each member brought their unique skills and perspectives to the table, demonstrating the power of collective effort in achieving a common goal. This spirit of cooperation not only made the project successful but also strengthened their bond as a team, setting an example of what can be achieved when individuals work together with a shared vision.

In summary, the solid waste and recycling team's initiative to beautify the trash dumpsters is a testament to their creativity, commitment, and collaborative spirit. Their efforts not only improve the visual landscape of our campus but also promote a culture of sustainability, making them deserving candidates for this nomination.”                                                    

 ~Submitted by Jason Tavares

“Only a few folks pay close attention to their waste.  That is, until it doesn't get picked up and makes its presence known through the nose. The solid waste and recycling drivers work shifts amounting to seven days a week to ensure your trash and recycling get picked up in a timely fashion. In the winter, they have to roll dumpsters out of ice traps and through snowdrifts, not to mention working outside in the early morning sub-freezing dark before the rest of campus awakens. Every day, they have to climb in and out of their trucks a lot more than you might think, and it requires effort.  During the summer they use their welding and mechanical skills to repair the damage wrought by wear and tear on heavy machinery.  The current team has been a very cohesive unit working seamlessly together.”

 ~Submitted by Barry Sparks

Individual Awards

Alex Hughes ~Submitted by Charles Holstein

“I could have nominated Alex in several of these categories, so I went with the one that was more of a catch-all.  Alex is an excellent employee, and more important, excellent human being, whose presence improves our entire work unit.  Alex is kind, patient, very knowledgeable, willing to help, and all around a credit to Grounds and FacMan.  He comes to work every day with a great attitude, and often offers to help his teammates with anything they need.  Alex became a licensed pesticide applicator this year, and has helped develop the program on East Campus, specifically with an eye for safety and a buddy system to help our Native Area Manager.  Alex serves on the Grounds Safety Committee and is diligent in representing out concerns and sharing valuable information both up and down the chain.  Alex has been instrumental in helping me develop the Horticulture program on East Campus and has helped train several new employees with patience and kindness, including those hired as his peers.  He was instrumental in restarting our annual planting program, and the autumn bulb program.  In general, Alex brings a helpful, warm, positive attitude to the work unit every day, and is seen as a leader and inspiration by everyone on the crew.”                                   

Adam Sitzman   ~Submitted by Max Wachsteter

“Adam mentored me when I first started working at grounds as a student. He has done this for many other students before me and is one of the most tenured employees in the grounds/horticulture department. For years during his career at CU he has done the odd jobs, random things, and taken care of various unseen problems that most never notice. There are flower beds that would not bloom if Mr. Sitzman had not planted them.  Water features that would not flow if he did not clear their storm drains. And certainly he is one of the most dedicated and passionate CU football fans there is, in my opinion he gives my peers in the student section a run for their money when it comes to enthusiasm. Which is something he brings to the workplace every day as well. For these reasons I nominate Adam Sitzman for the Unsung Hero Award.”                   

Brian Richardson ~Submitted by Dev Chaudhary

“I am pleased to nominate OCC lead, Brian Richardson for the Unsung Hero Award. His dedication and behind-the-scenes contribution to the operation of Facilities Management, including different trades shops and custodial teams have been invaluable. Brian is integral to the daily operations of the OCC, overseeing scheduling and the implementation of policies and procedures. He also ensures that all custodial emergency contacts are up-to-date and keeps the information current. As a lead of the project review board, Brian actively fosters collaboration between the OCC and departments across Facilities Management, such as Building Services and Trades shops. This coordination ensures smooth communication and keeps everyone on the same page.

Brian’s contributions go well beyond the OCC. As a safety committee member, he actively promotes workplace safety. He also serves as a liaison for Facilities Management coordinating football games and special events at the stadium. From securing season parking passes for game day support staff to collaborating with Athletics and distributing credentials to participating departments, custodial teams, and trades shops, Brian plays a vital role in ensuring these events run smoothly. Brian consistently goes above and beyond and has helped with initiatives like restroom audits for new State laws and the successful NOAC conference, where our team received excellent feedback for outstanding customer service. His strong organizational skills and ability to resolve issues quickly make him an important asset to our team.

In addition to event coordination, Brian provides essential support with AIM work orders, offering guidance and troubleshooting whenever needed. Brian and his team at OCC were instrumental in helping me and other custodial supervisors navigate the Asset Works System after its implementation, providing support behind the scenes beyond formal training to enhance our understanding.

Brian’s efforts to ensure the smooth operation of the OCC by promptly creating and assigning work orders to the appropriate teams, as well as managing and coordinating support during emergencies, often go unnoticed, however, his dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence make him an ideal candidate for the Unsung Hero Award. Also, his positive attitude, professionalism, and responsiveness make him a pleasure to work with. I believe his exceptional contributions deserve this recognition.”                                          

Bounsou Signothahack ~Submitted by Tony McKnabb

“Bounsou brings strong assets to her role on our team, and we are incredibly fortunate to have her as our team lead. She is a consummate professional in all her duties and always goes above and beyond to ensure the team members have what they need to complete their task in a timely manner and that all of our customers’ needs are met. She hand-delivers supplies to the closets in all 20 of our buildings, which is an incredibly physical task not to mention very time consuming. Bounsou is amazing in supporting the organization as she volunteers for all overtime including all home football games, concerts, Bolder Boulder, finals OT and the yearly fixed seating upholstery cleaning project. She also covers all the weekend OT request from Macky auditorium which can be a taxing thing, as sometimes she is asked to come in to support more than 1 event a day as during the holidays they will have performances on Friday night, two on Saturday and one or two on a Sunday. Bounsou continues to participate in the ESL (English second language) which greatly helps her in interacting not only with the team, but all of the customers she comes in contact with on a daily basis.”                                 

Cheri Baumgartner ~Submitted by Claire Stecker

“Cheri exemplifies outstanding dedication and commitment to supporting our team and ensuring the best service for our students. Whether she's driving a bus due to staffing shortages or tackling tasks at her desk, she consistently prioritizes the needs of our students.

Her leadership shines through in her interactions with bus drivers, where she balances firm guidance with uplifting encouragement. Cheri’s presence in the office transforms the atmosphere; her positive attitude and infectious smile uplift everyone's spirits. Which increases bus drivers and managers desire to keep on pushing for the best service we can provide.

Additionally, Cheri engages students with delightful sing-alongs during bus rides, creating memorable experiences, such as organizing birthday celebrations where entire buses join in singing "Happy Birthday" for a student. Her exceptional communication, diligence, and ability to foster a joyful environment earns her glowing feedback from both colleagues and students alike. Cheri truly embodies excellence in customer service.”                                           

Chris Velardo

“Chris is an outstanding employee.  He is always happy to help fellow team members, whether it be training them on equipment or by teaching them different mow/snow routes. He leads by example with his good work ethic and is someone that I can count on to get tasks done well without having to be asked. I think because he is self-efficient and needs little direction that his work doesn't always get the recognition it deserves.  Chris has shown during his 9 years working for the East Campus Grounds Crew how much he cares about the campus, and I wanted to acknowledge and thank him for that. He is an integral part of the team!”

 ~Submitted by Trent Wilson

Chris Velardo is someone who has the knowledge and experience in his position and is always willing to help teach others. Knowing that he is around gives others, like myself, confidence in my job. Not only do people look up to him because of the work he does, but they also seek advice from him knowing that he shares his expertise in the hope to educate people in the work they do. Having Chris in this department made my job and many others better and he makes CU better! We need people like Chris in our workplace.

~Submitted by Joshua Hollingshead

Chuck Whitecotton

“I’d like to nominate Chuck for his ongoing support in so many areas that go beyond IT. I have had the pleasure of working next to Chucks office at the Stadium over the last year as well as participate with him in Extreme Ownership and Dichotomy of Leadership. He has been a huge help offering resources that have made a real difference in my projects and my working environment. His knowledge and relationships on the campus have brought value to the way he shows support to me and other that I see showing up at his office asking for help. Chuck is also great at recognizing others around him and identifying ways he can offer assistance when he sees the need. On several occasions I have had ongoing conversations about Extreme Ownership principles that have held me accountable and encouraged me to do better.  Besides my own interactions with Chuck, I have heard many others sing his praises as well, so I can confidently say that I believe others would agree with recognizing Chuck and his contributions to the I & R community.”                           

~Submitted by Michelle Nelson

“Chuck has done so many amazing things for the transpiration department. He has come over to our office so many times to help with problems including getting bus drivers set up with cell phones, that I joke that he should have his own desk in our office. Any time we have question or suggestion, he always is here to help with a smile on his face. Without Chuck, I don't think transportation would be able to get any work done.”                             

~Submitted by Claire Stecker

“Chuck showed great leadership of our team while I was away on vacation. When faced with unforeseen events he showed professionalism and exceptional initiative. He managed critical projects while effectively communicating with our end users. Although we were short staffed, Chuck ensured the team remained on track to meet deadlines. Due to his exceptional work ethic and leadership abilities, my return to office felt seamless and we remained on schedule with no delays.”   

 ~Submitted by Sandy Thrapp

Efren Avitia Nevarez

“The following email was sent showing Efren's dedication to exemplary customer service.

Dear Operations Control Center Team:

I would really like to thank Efren who so quickly responded to the toilet overflow issue on the 2nd Floor of 914 Broadway/Chancellor’s Admin. Bldg today. We didn’t get the water turned off at the base of the toilet very quickly, and regrettably, the toilet overflowed fairly significantly this time, and soaked the carpet immediately outside the restroom. I also think the water caused a seal in the tile to break, as there is now a split in the tile.

Efren responded very quickly. Expertly and kindly used a wet-vac to remove the excess water and remedy the situation.  Efren also noted that we should check the first floor for any water damage in the offices / rooms below. Thankfully, those areas looked fine. We are so grateful to Efren!!! Please share our appreciation with him for his exceptional service today! We are all grateful! Thanks so much!”

Kind regards,

Maggie

 ~Submitted by Charles Redder

Irma Bernard

“Irma is a great supervisor. She is kind to everyone on the team. She went out of her way to help people when they needed help. She has always treated us with respect. I like that she tried to be fair to everyone and doesn’t really favor one person over another. I hope that she will stay wonderful like that forever.
I haven't been working here for very long but got lucky to work for wonderful supervisors like Irma ,Rocio and Rickie . CU Boulder should have more leadership like them. Thank you.”

                                                                       ~Submitted by Tanya Nguyen

Jason Cunningham

“Jason is a delight to have as a bus driver. He is helpful, and friendly to all his passengers AND they know him by name!

We love to see his handwritten thank you cards come in. We have a few ADA passengers that always ask for Jason, because of his friendliness, promptness and gentle driving. Jason has also come up with putting our Electric bus in the Boulder parade of lights this year for all the community to enjoy. Here at Transportation, we are very proud to have such a dedicated team player.”              

~Submitted by Cheri Baumgartner

Josh Hollingshead

“Josh has done a terrific job taking initiative in his new position as the native plant specialist. He has done a great job coordinating and communicating with the other east campus ground crews to maximize safety, efficiency, and productivity.”                                   

 ~Submitted by Ben Rovner

“I am pleased to nominate Josh Hollingshead for the annual leadership award for his exceptional work in native weed management on our campus. In this newly established role, he has taken initiative, quickly becoming an expert in managing noxious weeds while actively seeking advice from his team.

His leadership is evident in how he has effectively coordinated efforts with main campus and East campus, leading to a significant decrease in noxious weed populations this year. He inspires collaboration among the grounds department while fostering a learning environment for his colleagues.

Josh also researches and collects native plant seeds, promoting biodiversity and enriching our campus landscape. His dedication not only transforms our environment but inspires both staff and students to appreciate and engage with our native habitats.

In summary, Josh exemplifies leadership through his commitment, collaboration, and tangible impact on campus ecology.”                         

   ~Submitted by Alex Hughes

John Kline

“John stepped up in a big way this year covering electrical inspections for campus over an extended period of time.  He was immediately willing to jump into the mix, and this was critical as the campus was seeing a significant uptick in construction activity. He did over 300 inspections in this backup role, and his expertise and responsiveness really helped keep the inspection program on track.  Thank you, John.”

~Submitted by Zac Niehues

Janet Walker

“I would like to nominate Janet for all of her hard work with handling the work wear orders and organization, plus all of the behind the scenes work she does on a regular basis.”                         

~Submitted by Cynthia McClure-Begley

“Janet consistently provides all the high-quality and thoroughly-considered logistics to make our department run smoothly. From making sure all the department cars are serviced and working, and to helping us with scheduling them; scheduling all the lunch and learn meetings with vendors (coordinating with vendors, ensuring lunch is provided, creating calendar appointments, providing virtual access to the meeting); ordering annual calendars for the department; as well as numerous administrative items I am unaware of. Her organizational strengths came together with in the recent purchase of new work wear for the department: I imagine many other people worked on this project in which she coordinated efforts, she also made it easy for staff to select an item by trying it on then mark it on an order form, and upon arrival of the work wear, worked with other(s) to arrange and make sure everyone got the item they ordered. I can only imagine, many others are also grateful for her many attributes that make the logistics of working here seemingly effortless, as well as add to the anchoring our culture.”                                    

 ~Submitted by Holly Opansky

“Among other things, Janet oversees our front desk, manages our As-Needed AE program, organizes and executes all the Lunch 'n' Learns, ensures we have access to needed supplies, distributes important campus notifications, organizes and hosts department events, and recently spent hours managing the orders and distribution of our new I&R wear.  She does all this efficiently and quietly, not needing or drawing attention for herself but always working to ensure our department and events run smoothly. She is most definitely an unsung hero for PD&C!”                                    

   ~Submitted by Dena Heisner

Matt Gess

“Matt proved himself to be an exceptional leader when he stepped into the role of supervisor for the Building Engineer team. He was our supervisor for just under 2 years, and in that time he made a noticeable and appreciated impact on the Building Engineer team. When this opportunity landed on Matt's desk, he took it in stride with a sense of ownership and responsibility for the direction of the shop.

Something I really appreciated from him was how he didn't immediately jump in and start making changes. Rather, he made a point to get to know the team first, taking a chance to learn how (and why) we operate and what the needs of our group were. From there he was able to direct us, paying great attention to developing us in a group setting and in one-on-one sessions. He always took time to answer our questions, and never hesitated to join us in the field to help assess a problem.

As a team member, it constantly felt like we had someone in our corner who would stand up for us behind closed doors and had our backs. Matt initiated some positive changes in our processes that had been stagnant before, and this was a big game changer for us.

Our group greatly appreciates the attention and ownership he dedicated towards our team while he was with us, and we're happy to see him moving onto a new role. I think he has left us off in a good place. Our team has great morale, we have dialed in some processes that were lacking before, and we are on a good foot to successfully move forward with our new supervisor.

Matt did a great job earning his role as leader and left our group better off than he found it and that's why he deserves this nomination.”                                   

 ~Submitted by Christian Brooks

Patty Roma

“I am nominating Patty because she did an absolutely amazing job navigating a few very logistically challenging projects that served several campus clients, including DM, Parking, Housing, and Athletics. These projects required closing down several parking lots, roads, pedestrian pathways, and plazas over the Summer for maintenance on a very tight timeline. This is a challenge in and of itself with the impact these closures can have to campus operations, but she also had to coordinate these exterior closures around several major campus events, like: graduations, the Boy Scouts National Conference, concerts, athletic events, other construction projects, and campus move in to name a few. Her awesome communication and coordination with various campus stakeholders, along with her positive "Let's get it done!" attitude, made this scheduling gymnastics and project execution look like a breeze - though, I am most certain it was not. On top of the numerous kudos I have heard from campus clients regarding Patty's excellent customer service and project execution, I have also had several contractors as well as people from the City of Boulder and Boulder community give high praise of Patty's work. Patty, thank you for all that you do to make Campus a better place! You are an incredible asset to PD&C and the University, and it is a pleasure working with you!”              

~Submitted by Kristin Bostelman

Richard Deborski

“Truth be told, Rich should be nominated for three of the categories, Excellence in Customer Service, Excellence in Leadership and Unsung Hero.  I have worked with Rich for 18 years now.  In fact, he was on the hiring team when I interviewed for my first position within PD&C.  In all of the years that I have known and worked with Rich, I have always known him to be helpful to anyone who asks him and doesn't hesitate to reach out if he knows of someone who is struggling.  Many customers, vendors and co-workers have told me over the years how much they respect him and value his personal and professional demeanor, patience, competency, and work ethic.  I have never known him to seek public recognition but instead, he is content with quiet and sincere appreciation, so I would really like to see him receive an award this year.  Thank you for your consideration.”   

~Submitted by Lori Black

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Individual Winners

Brieanna Ponzar (CBS) nominated by Dev Chaudhary

I would like to nominate Briana Ponzar for the Unsung Hero Award. Brie consistently goes the extra mile, making significant contributions behind the scenes. Brie consistently dedicates her time and expertise to an important role that helps our staff grow. Her ability to prioritize our work unit's success in critical areas such as tracking recharge materials, creating building maps and floor plans, generating work orders for various projects, and overseeing the Concur Travel and Expense System is pivotal.

Furthermore, Brie plays an essential role in coordinating special projects and performing administrative tasks not only within the CBS department but also in Solid Waste and Recycling, This includes assisting colleagues with training sign-ups, managing appreciation funds, tracking campus closures hours for the staff, and organizing orders for office supply, shoes, calendars, band-aids, hoodies, and winter jackets, and many more.

I firmly believe that Brie is highly deserving of the Unsung Hero award due to her selfless dedication and her invaluable support to our supervisors including myself. She does this with a positive attitude and takes on new challenges with excitement and a positive outlook. I extend my gratitude for your consideration and for recognizing Brie's exceptional work.

Suky Yasui (CBS) nominated by Alison Goldenberg (Guest Relations) and Tony McKnabb (CBS)

Custodian Suky Yasui should be recognized for her exemplary work and behavior toward CU's guests during the CU v. Colorado State football game that occurred on September 16, 2023 at Folsom Field. Ms. Yasui appeared to exceed the high standards of Facilities Management because she was watchful of the health, safety, and welfare of CU's guests in the women's restroom.    

Ms. Yasui was assigned to the women's restroom near the club and suite level entrances on the East Concourse. With an unprecedented sell out crowd, long lines, and heavy foot traffic in the women's bathroom, one might expect to see waste, toilet paper strewn on the floors, paper towels overflowing from the garbage, and an overall "mess," etc. Not so. Not on Ms. Yasui's watch. The dense crowds that cycled through the women's bathroom didn't faze Ms. Yasui one bit. Ms. Yasui kept the restrooms spotless and clean throughout the entire evening. It was apparent that Ms. Yasui takes her job as a custodian very seriously and she takes personal pride in keeping the bathrooms well-stocked, clean, and inviting for guests. I was impressed.  

More impressive and exemplary, however, was Ms. Yasui's watchful eye and quick thinking that evening. While cleaning the individual bathroom stalls, Ms. Yasui noticed guests "passed out" and unresponsive/unconscious on the floors of the bathroom stalls. This happened not once, but three times within a 30-45 minute time period. Some people freeze in these types of situations. Ms. Yasui did not freeze. Instead, Ms. Yasui sprung into action and promptly reported the three medical emergencies occurring in the bathroom. On each occasion, Ms. Yasui swiftly alerted Guest Relations' staff who in turn, immediately alerted the medics. When the medics arrived, Ms. Yasui instantly saved the medics precious time because she followed through and escorted the medics to the exact stall where the guest was experiencing the medical emergency.  

Ms. Yasui not only showed compassion for others, but she was the voice for guests who were unable to speak for themselves. Ms. Yasui held the health and safety of others with the utmost and highest regard. Ms. Yasui should be recognized for her actions, accomplished with speed and calm efficiency. Ms. Yasui's work and dedication toward the guests of CU epitomizes the culture and safety of CU's Facilities Management. I am proud to have met and witnessed Ms. Yasui's praiseworthy actions. CU should be proud to have her as a dedicated employee. ~Alison Goldenberg

As an addition to Alison's nomination for Suky, I wanted to add that Suky volunteers for all OT when needed. She sacrifices her time to work CU Football games, finals, fixed seating upholstery cleaning and many events at Macky.  Every time I rotate Suky out of a building I get a call/email requesting that she come back due to the level of service she provides and how well she communicates with everyone she comes in contact with.  Suky is truly a stellar employee, not just for one event, but all year round. ~ Tony McNabb

Bee Mahathongdy (CBS) nominated by Rubi Andazola

I'm nominating Bee because she has excellent customer service and is an excellent team player.  She is always willing to help the team when needed.  Bee reminds the team about safety, and she also learned our new system AIM quickly.

Brandon Kulachkosky (CBS) nominated by Steven Stuart

I am honored to submit this nomination for Brandon Kulachkosky for the I & S Customer Service Award. In my role as GL-2 at SEEC / SEEL / AES, I have had the pleasure of witnessing first-hand Brandon’s exceptional commitment to providing unparalleled service to our customers. Brandon is a shining example of what customer service excellence truly means. He consistently goes above and beyond to meet and/or exceed our customers' expectations and his dedication is nothing short of remarkable. Below, I would like to highlight some of the qualities and actions that make Brandon the ideal candidate for the Customer Service Award: Exemplary Communication Skills: Brandon possesses remarkable communication skills. He listens attentively to customers' needs, responds with clarity and empathy and ensures that every interaction leaves a positive impression. Empathy and Understanding: Brandon has an exceptional ability to put himself in the customer's shoes. He shows genuine care and understanding, which not only resolves issues but also builds strong customer relationships. Problem-Solving Expertise: Brandon excels at solving complex customer problems with creativity and resourcefulness. His ability to find innovative solutions has often turned challenging situations into opportunities for growth. Consistent Dedication: Brandon consistently demonstrates unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction. He is always willing to put in the extra effort to ensure that every customer leaves our building feeling valued and appreciated. Positive Attitude: Brandon maintains a positive and enthusiastic attitude, even in high-pressure situations. This not only uplifts the spirits of our team but also creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our customers. Team Collaboration: Brandon works seamlessly with the entire team to ensure that customers' needs are met. His collaborative spirit has contributed significantly to a cohesive and efficient work environment. The impact that Brandon has on our organization's reputation and success is immeasurable. His exceptional customer service not only fosters customer loyalty but also garners positive reviews, referrals, and ultimately, contributes to a culture of welcoming. I wholeheartedly recommend Brandon for the I & S Customer Service Award. His dedication, problem-solving prowess, and unwavering commitment to customers make him the perfect choice for this award.

Rocio Castro (CBS) nominated by Lupe Castaneda

I want to nominate Rocio for being an outstanding leader. She is great at communicating and providing the resources. She is always ready to help and support us when we need it. She plans things smartly, makes sure we do our job right every morning, and thinks about how we can do even better in the future. Rocio's hard work and guidance have helped our team succeed, and she deserves the recognition. Thank you!

Erin Lind (Accounting) nominated by Bonnie Worrall

I would like to nominate Erin Lind for the Excellence in Leadership Award. She has been great at leading the FM Accounting team through the AiM rollout. She has provided instruction, guided us through the new processes and, helped us work through each challenging issue we ran into in order to get the information we needed to complete our monthly reports and reconciliations. Her knowledge from being a part of the team that worked on the design of the system and wrote the SOP’s was shared and when anything new came up she encouraged us to collaborate and explore our options within AiM or learn to utilize the Power BI report system.  I watched her answer questions from Facilities Management customers with patience and grace - even when there was not much more she could say than a fix or report was being developed and would hopefully be available for them to access soon. She is always responsive and helpful and, when the information or report was available, made sure to follow up with the customers to let them know the answer or outcome of the question or issue they had asked about.

Trent Wilson (East Campus Grounds) nominated by Joshua Hollingshead

Trent Wilson is someone who checks all the boxes for excellence in leadership! After working with Trent for 2 years I have seen him move up into a bigger leadership role.  Trent takes the time to train his employees. He is the first person to ask how your day is. He cares about his work and is proud of the work he does here at CU Boulder and that rubs off to his employees!

Charles Holstein (East Campus Grounds) nominated by Adriana Charbonnet

He always has in mind where we as a team can be more environmentally friendly. He worked to get us a composting trash can in the shed, and to find out if we could put noxious weeds in the compost instead of the trash. He has our non-human residents in mind every day at work.

Osei Simmons (Distribution Center) nominated by Denise Worthington

Osei Simmons has been an exemplary employee since day one. He is an extremely motivated, kind, and thoughtful employee. He has received tons of positive customer feedback about how efficient and kind he is. The feedback specifically mentions how great he is at answering questions and how supportive he is to his fellow team mates. One can be quoted as saying "Osei looks like he was running the whole show." Every person I know at CU that has met Osei has nothing but positive compliments, he is already known on campus as a genuinely great person to work with. It is clear that he takes a great deal of pride in his work and in CU. In addition to his excellent customer service, Osei has been a valuable resource when training new employees, and has been a great source of information to those just starting out at CU. I have received feedback from new employees stating how great he is at training. He has great insight into what the moving and hauling team needs and what those in management can do to best support that team. He has volunteered for many things above and beyond his job description. He participates in the mentor program to better improve his skills and his knowledge of how the CU Boulder campus runs. He also sits on the FM safety committee representing the Distribution Center and has volunteered for staff council. He volunteers for any and all trainings offered and is eager to participate in and learn as much as possible from CU. As Property Services has been implementing new processes that would help us move to a more paperless system he has worked hard to learn the system and to make sure the rest of the team understand it as well. He also provided valuable feedback and insight into the changes being made and offered great suggestions for how to make those transitions smoother even volunteering to do a little extra work to give others time to adjust to the new system. He makes sure I know if someone else on the team made a great suggestion, as it is clear he wants everyone's voices to be heard and to get credit for their contributions. He is ready and willing to stay later if ever needed, and will lend a hand with any project without any hesitation. It has been an absolute pleasure having Osei on the Property Services team and he is a credit to CU as a whole.

Sun Lim (Recycling) nominated by Robert Allen

The best leaders are the people who do good work all day, every day. Whether leadership is in their job title or not, these individuals show us how to be our best, by consistently bringing their best. They make it look easy, because their disciplined nature pushes them to go above and beyond every time. Will they help out a teammate or accept that extra task? Of course they will, it's not even a question. They build great teams by being a great teammate and lifting others up with them.

Sun Lim is one of those unassuming and highly effective leaders. His work ethic coupled with his ebullient spirit is what makes him exceptional. He laughs and jokes with everyone he sees as he goes through his workday spreading smiles along the way. He anticipates the needs of his customers and responds to special requests with cheerful urgency, earning praise from office managers, proctors and building managers all over campus.  He's the guy that rallies the crew for a team lunch or an Eggamuffin breakfast treat. Our recycling team would not be the same without him and we are so very grateful to have him. Cheers to Sunny!

Ben Hughes (Engineering) nominated by Dena Heisner

Simply put, Ben is awesome and an asset to our department and CU!  I selected the customer service award for him because, my projects and I are so often the customer looking for Ben's expertise.  He is exceptionally responsive, extremely thorough, innovative, cooperative, and always good-natured.  Ben is always willing to help make projects better and processes smoother.  Not only has he earned respect for his knowledge and opinion, but he is also a pleasure to work with.

Noah Huber (Engineering) nominated by Stephen Carberry

Noah Huber has been the most influential person for me on the CU Engineering/Inspection team. Since I started @ CU 3 years ago, Noah has consistently been a huge support for me during my initiation process, learning the campus projects, helping me decipher systems I have no experience with, just overall becoming a more efficient & effective inspector. Noah has been our defacto ,Team leader as far as the inspection team goes. He sets up a lot of pre-construction meetings with general contractors,CU PM's, subcontractors as-well. Noah has been a great mentor for me as far as my time here at CU has been. I feel he is an excellent inspector and respected colleague.

Ryan Moeller (PDC) nominated by Amy Kirtland

Ryan is a thorough project manager who looks ahead, learns from past experiences, and brings a level of professionalism to his work.  He continues to work on projects with tight timelines, and he is able to maneuver these timelines alongside the dynamics of demanding clients.  Ryan is a great team member within PD&C.

Paul Longfellow (Trades Building Engineer) nomniated by John Gleason

I would like to recognize Mr. Paul Longfellow for his commitment to the core mission of our institution in maintaining building systems that support world renowned research. The �������� leads the world in areas of quantum physics and laser research and the mechanical systems these critical departments require are maintained by Mr. Longfellow. Mr. Longfellow was chosen for this critical role due to his attention to detail, his approach to prioritizing and communicating deficiencies to stakeholders as well as his mechanical aptitude. The �������� is fortunate to have Mr. Longfellow on our team and his dedication to this institution warrants recognition as an Unsung Hero.

Sara Kelly (Trades Operations/Small Construction) nominated by Andrew Calvo

Sara has great customer service skills.  She has been very proficient when it comes to her service in procurement, as the outage coordinator for our customers, and the same can be said for project coordinator duties. She continues to improve our current processes to improve the efficiency of how we do business.  Because of mandatory changes within the Procurement Service Center (PSC), her duties became a little more detailed and time consuming.  Sara doesn't complain about this situation, but instead she finds ways to improve our processes, so these mandatory changes don't slow our business process down and affect our customers. 

Ed Von Bleichert (Sustainability) nominated by d'Andre Willis

Ed's contributions to capital projects in the past year have truly made a difference in the potential energy performance of our buildings as well as our LEED scorecard results. His expertise and diplomatic demeanor is extremely valuable to campus, particularly in a time when sustainability and carbon neutrality are ever more important.

Tim Lockhart (EHS) nominated by Chris Ewing

Tim Lockhart is the Director of Occupational Health and Safety in Environmental Health and Safety Office. A significant health concern in a department in ARCE was brought to the attention of EH&S back in July of this year. Tim took on the responsibility of coordinating both a medical review and an environmental assessment of the building where the reporting department is housed. Drawing on his expertise and previous experience in these cases, he brought together outside vetted professionals from both the medical and environmental fields to conduct interviews with the individuals reporting the health concerns and to perform a thorough environmental assessment of the building. Tim was one of the main people to speak during the townhall meetings that were held to provide building occupants with information about the investigation, project updates, and to address questions. Tim made himself available to the building occupants throughout the investigation  to answer questions and address concerns. Throughout the investigation Tim has acted with the highest level of professionalism and sensitivity to the concerns of all the building occupants and of course to those who reported health concerns.

Adam Stroup (EHS) nominated by Tim Lockhart

I would like to nominate Adam Stroup from EH&S for the Excellence in Customer Service Award in recognition of his outstanding efforts in response to flood mitigation during last winter's artic freeze.  During the unprecedented cold snap, the campus had numerous buildings impacted with flooding due to frozen and broken water lines.  The resulting floods impacted building operations and campus functionality in a variety of spaces across campus. Adam took initiative during this period to help delineate the extent of the damage and define the scopes of work for mitigation and remediation.  Many of these projects required mold remediation and asbestos abatement to ensure our campus community was kept safe. His swift response, proactive measures, and willingness to work extra hours (including weekends) not only minimized the impacts of the flooding but also showcased a level of dedication that significantly exceeded expectations.  Adam's strong communication skills allowed him to collaborate seamlessly with other team members from multiple departments, demonstrating strong leadership and teamwork skills.

Zac Cameron (Main Grounds) nominated by Brian Lindoerfer and Scott Redder

Zac Cameron is consistently recognized for his exceptional customer service to campus.  Zac has taken on additional duties in his new role as Main Campus Turf & Ground Maintenance Manager and continues to play a key role in supporting campus outdoor events.  Through the year, we have received numerous accolades for Zac's great work in supporting outdoor commencement events, fall welcome, and this year's unprescedented media events for the football program, including three events with Fox Big Noon and an ESPN Gameday event.   Zac always represents Facilities Management with the highest professionalism and is alway available to make a positive contribution to make certain our campus events are well supported.   Additionally, these nationally televised media events highlighted the tremendous beauty of our campus grounds, this is also a tesitiment to Zac and his Main Campus Grounds Team's great work.

Team Winners

Custodial Team 10 - Supervisor Alma Valenzuela, Team Lead Efren Avitia Nevarez and staff  (CBS) nominated by Dev Chaudhary

I am writing to nominate Custodial Team 10 for the Teamwork Award. The custodial team led by Alma Valenzuela and Efren Avitia Nevarez consistently goes above and beyond to maintain our facilities at the highest standards. Their commitment to excellence is evident through the heartfelt appreciation from various building proctors and customers. Peggy Hilton from the College of Music commented on their work in restoring the Grusin Lobby's carpet, enhancing the facility's appearance, and creating a positive atmosphere for all. Jemie Henderson from Wolf Law praised the custodial team for their diligence, positivity, and overall excellence in service, reflecting their ability to foster a welcoming environment for everyone. Their consistent efforts to maintain a pleasant workspace are commendable. Even our Chancellor, as mentioned in Scott Bocim's email, has taken notice of the custodial team's effort to keep our building in great shape. In conclusion, their unwavering commitment to excellence, positive attitude, and collaboration make them ideal recipients of the Teamwork Award. Their hard work not only enhances our facility's environment but also boosts the well-being of our staff and visitors.I hope you will consider recognizing their exceptional teamwork and making a truly positive impact on our organization.

Heather Bennett and Bonnie Worrall (FM Accounting) nominated by Lori Black

No matter what the situation or issue is, Heather and Bonnie have ALWAYS been there to help.  It seems like since COVID they have been buried in daily work as well as project closeout in Unifier and yet they always took the time to help the Design & Construction staff with numerous issues and questions.  I so appreciate their cheerful attitudes and willingness to work as a team even when they have been under a lot of pressure and been very understaffed.

Adam Patzer, Ben Lucero, Jacob Brown, Ross Calvo, Rich Stebbins (Transportation) nominated by Craig Miller

The shop has had to work extra days & hours & some have worked outside their job duties the last couple months as 1 of our team has been out with a serious health issue that has reduced our workforce by 20%. The workload of vehicle issues on the campus has only increased during this timeframe making it more demanding on everyone. The team has stepped up in every aspect that has been asked of them to ensure the campus has the needed vehicles for every day use along with special events such as home football games. For this I believe they are well deserving of this award. Thank you.

The Electrical Crew (Trades) nominated by Jason Schlosser

The Electrical crew is often relied upon to provide last minute services and coordination to a variety of Events on campus. In addition to event support, over the last two years, the team has received an increasing amount of requests related to campus safety where exterior lighting installations were requested by CUPD. The team always does amazing, quick work in responding to these requests. Many thanks and appreciation for the teams ability to prioritize these requests, and for their expertise to skillfully add new exterior lighting regardless the age or complexity of the installation site.

Chad McCue and Justin Miller (Electrical Shop/HVAC Shop) nominated by Jason Schlosser)

On Friday September 1st, 2023, the department of Chemistry and the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences were experiencing cooling deficiencies which were negatively impacting their research. The same evening Chad McCue, Electrical Shop, managed to source a spare variable frequency drive from campus and staged an installation at the deficient air handler. The following day Justin Miller, HVAC shop (on a holiday weekend) volunteered to come in to complete the installation including all of the controls for the air handler, thus restoring building operations to normal. Chad and Justin’s teamwork, skillful expertise and level of care supporting these two research departments is extremely commendable and much appreciated.

AiM Core Team (Jessica Bradley, Don Inglis, Kevin Griffin, Katherine Dunklau, Erin Lind, Tanya Patzer, Wilson Batdorf, Alan Fasick, Bea Antequera, Andrew Calvo, Carolina Pire, Eric Miller, Jon Sherman, David Laliberte, Phil Coyle) nominated by Brian Lindoerfer and Jodie Ferrera

As project sponsors, Brian Lindoerfer and Jodie Ferrera would like to nominate the core team for an annual award for the implementation of the AssetWorks system.  We embarked on this project, knowing it was going to be a big lift. The core team’s dedication, expertise and collaboration over the past three years was crucial in overcoming various challenges and integrating the new system into our daily operations.  The time and effort put into this project well exceeded their typical job duties, and their willingness to go the extra mile did not go unnoticed.  We are nominating this team to recognize their hard work, dedication and results and their continuing efforts to help our teams adapt to the new tools and processes.  Thank you for your commitment to the project. Your contributions will have a lasting impact, and we are grateful you are part of our team. You truly deserve every bit of recognition that comes your way.

Safety Awards

Deven Chavez (Electrical Shop) nominated by Don Fitzpatrick

Deven continues to be an active participant on the FACMAN safety committee. He was the first committee member to present a safety topic to our committee. Deven selected electrical cord safety and he shared his knowledge and expertise to our group. Deven along with Craig Perez also initiated a hearing conservation program which involved setting up ear plug dispensers in several mechanical rooms. This program is now being rolled out to other departments. The purpose of our safety committee is for our members to bring the topics we discuss back to their teams, and Deven continues to be a great example to his team. Thanks Deven for all your efforts especially in promoting safety to our FACMAN teams!

Eric Jaskuta (Outdoor Services) nominated by Don Fitzpatrick

Eric is actively involved in our safety program by serving on both the FACMAN and Outdoors Services safety committees.  He is very proactive in noticing potential safety hazards around campus and will bring these issues to the committee’s attention. For example, Eric has expressed the need for a hearing conservation program which is now a focus area for several departments. Finally, Eric is a Lead Arborist on campus and has a real passion in the industry while always remaining safety focused for his team. Congratulations, Eric!

DEI Awards

Kelsey Draper (HR) nominated by Beth Angus

In the last 3 months of my new employment here at CU, I've been very impressed with Kelsey's ability to ALWAYS be available to anyone in need and greets them with such positivity and acceptance! He offers an open door to everyone, provides all levels of support from basic orientation information to furthering your education and if he doesn't know an answer, he spends the time and does the research to find out.

Lindsay Schumacher (PDC) nominated by d'Andre Willis

Lindsay has a vision for building skills for all the planners in creating documents that are fully accessible to blind or low-vision individuals. She took the initiative to raise this issue and act on it by bringing CU experts to lead training. Her passion for this is a powerful step toward a more welcoming and accessible culture. Additionally, creating more accessible documents for publication, our website, and solicitations for services has the potential to create a more diverse pool of applicants for our business. Thank you Lindsay for taking the initiative to make positive change.

Student Awards

Jackson Horton (Accounting) nominated by Bonnie Worrall

Jackson has been working for FM Accounting for over a year now and he is always up for whatever project we have for him to do. He is quick to learn new systems and processes and stayed flexible as the new AiM system came online and changed how we get information out of AiM to complete the monthly fund 71 reconciliations. He is a good teacher and has helped to onboard a new student employee and a new accountant! It is always a pleasure to work with him. Thank you Jackson!

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Our campus and facilities are serviced by dedicated employees working as a team to enhance the safety, sustainability and resiliency of the CU Boulder community. On January 19, 2023 several outstanding team members were recognized for their significant contributions to the university this past year. The following are recipients of the 2022 I&S annual awards:

2022 Individual award winners:

2022 DEI winners

2022 Safety Award winner

2022 Team Award winners

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Our campus and facilities are serviced by dedicated employees working as a team to enhance the safety, sustainability and resiliency of the CU Boulder community. On December 8, 2021 several outstanding team members were recognized for their significant contributions to the university this past year. The following are recipients of the 2021 I&S annual awards:

2021 Individual award winners:

• Jessica Gammey Gardner, Planning, Design & Construction
• Amy Kirtland, Planning, Design & Construction
• Micheal Turman, Planning, Design & Construction
• Trisha Hallerberg, Planning, Design & Construction
• Hopeton Willis, I&S Desktop Services
• Robert Allen, Recycling/Solid Waste
• Patrick Lester, Facilities Operations
• Dana Chesley, Facilities Operations
• Christian Brooks, Facilities Operations
• Hannah Baker, Outdoor Services
• Donald Corthell, Transportation Services
• Richard Hoffmann, Transportation Services
• Jim Jokumsen, Distribution Services

2021 Team Award winners

• Holly Gates-Mayer, Derek Hayes, Chris Cox, Cher Masini, Rachel Eastman from Occupational Health and Safety for exceptional teamwork
• S P A C E .... The office of space optimization, Kevin Griffin, Wilson Batdorf from PD&C for exceptional teamwork
• Shannon Horn, Jeremy Johnson, Tim Lockhart, Jason Schlosser, Dana Chesley from Engineering and Trades for an unsung hero award
• Gary Low and Rich Trujillo from Utility Services and Trades for exceptional teamwork
• Custodial Team 9 - "The Floor Crew" from Campus Building Services for exceptional teamwork
• FMIT Desktop Support--Chuck Whitecotton, Hopeton Willis, Jonathan Moore, Ed Debraal and Students from I&S Business Services for an unsung hero award
• Project Coordinators (Lori Black, Christine Adams, Chris Kerr, Monika Magenheim, Marni Wheaton) from Design & Construction for an unsung hero award
• John Humphrey and Michael Gilbert from Trades and PD&C for excellence in customer service
• Robert Allen and Louis Todd from Trades and Utility Services for committment to our safety culture

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