Staff Stars
February 2024 Staff Stars
*Winners: Atticus Miller, Diana Barker, Dylan Camp, *Emilie Minshew, *Joy Cabador, Ken Larson, *Kiana Phillips, *Lizzie Maroudas, Robert Devins, Trevor Turner, West Valley Center Front Desk Staff
Atticus Miller - Secretary III, Accessibility & Disability Services
Atticus is an essential part of the department. He also keeps the South City Campus connected to the Redwood campus and the other campuses. His strength is in relationships and empathy. His care for the community, staff, students, and faculty shines through via our front desk. I am incredibly grateful for Atticus.
Diana Barker - Coordinator 1, Testing Services
Diana works really hard at all our eight testing centers, keeping our technology updated and running smoothly (over 700 pieces of equipment) for staff and students. She does so with a great attitude. Diana goes over and above by providing bagels and cream cheese for us to enjoy as we all celebrate monthly birthdays (out of her own pocket). We greatly appreciate her!
Dylan Camp - Specialist II, Accessibility & Disability Services
Dylan is incredibly kind and patient. This is essential in his role as an Assistive Technology Specialist. He works well with the students who come into ADS and are looking for support. Dylan's commitment goes beyond our office as he is also a student's classroom assistant at South City Campus. Dylan was willing to work later evenings to assist the student. Thank you, Dylan, for all that you do.
*Emilie Minshew - Advisor II, Accessibility & Disability Services
Emilie is a new FT Advisor at ADS. She has been such a quick learner and was immediately able to support our department. Her positive attitude is contagious. In addition to her incredible work ethic, she has been a leader at South City in Employee Wellness. She committed to exercise at South and inspired the office to take her lead.
*Joy Cabador - Advisor II, Accessibility & Disability Services
Joy is a part-time staff member who always brings a 100% work ethic. Her curiosity and commitment to students have her asking all the right questions. She has been a great addition to the team, and ADS is lucky to have her.
Ken Larson - Network Engineer I, Information Technology
Ken is full of knowledge. He is helpful, friendly, and readily available despite his high demand. I appreciate his contribution and tireless efforts.
*Kiana Phillips - Specialist II, Accessibility & Disability Services
Kiana is the newest addition to our department. She worked with ADS as a work study and then came to join our team part time. Kiana is dedicated and a perfect example of how community works at the college. Kiana is incredibly bright and hungry for learning, and there are always new things to learn, she has stepped up in her new role.
*Lizzie Maroudas - Advisor II, Accessibility & Disability Services
Lizzie goes above and beyond as an Advisor in our department. She is a great problem solver and always gets to the bottom of things. She is incredibly competent and continues to want to grow and learn. Not only is she superb at her job, but she is also always willing to train other advisors and provide support to her peers.
Robert Devins - Desktop Support Tech II, Information Technology
I really appreciate Robert's assistance with our many computer needs at the Taylorsville Testing Centers over the years. He is quick to respond, is cheerful, listens to understand, helps us understand, and is very helpful! Thank you. Robert! It is a pleasure to work with you!
*Robert Devins - Desktop Support Tech II, Information Technology
We had a huge number of computers recently purchased. Robert got them all setup and working really quickly. He was super friendly, helpful, and flexible - considering that we had to have some of them relocated due to office moves. Robert is great!
Trevor Turner - Specialist 1, Facilities Moving || Cayden Heise - Specialist I, Facilities Moving
I put in a Fix-it request to have an ottoman cleaned in the library that had a spill stain. Trevor and Cayden looked around and noticed all the ottomans could be freshened up and they proceeded to clean all the ottomans in the library. Way to go above and beyond guys!
West Valley Center Front Desk Staff - West Valley Center
It has been an absolute pleasure working with the front desk staff at WVLC. Their unwavering dedication and commitment have profoundly impacted students and community. They are genuine respectful and willing to assist and foster this type of environment. Their ability to put the students’ needs and community first is a model for any organization.