Julie Brunett

Global Health

My colleague Julie Brunett is, in my estimation, the best possible graduate advisor ever. She has worked in our program (Global/International Health MPH) for over five years, and I cannot think of a single thing she could do better. Ours is a complicated degree program comprising students from across the globe and within which are countless possibilities for completing the various ever-changing sets of requirements. Some of our students are mature, seasoned professionals in their home countries, but many have never been away from home. All of them--American and international alike--have diverse needs before, during and after they are here on campus, including not only academic advising, but cultural, social, logistical and emotional advising and counseling as well. Julie is ever thoughtful and compassionate and highly culturally knowledgeable and appropriate. Somehow she is able to devise creative ways to address any and all issues that arise. Her communications with students are unfailingly professional and respectful, yet warm and caring at the same time. Moreover, she brings equal consideration, creativity and generosity of spirit to us, her co-workers, each day. I feel incredibly fortunate and honored to work alongside her and count my blessings daily for that fact.

--Appreciated by SARAH KATHARINE FREY

Heather Hucks

Interdisicplinary Arts and Sciences (Tacoma)

Heather works tirelessly in our department as an adviser to make sure that students are served--often working above and beyond her scheduled hours and on weekends to make sure that students have their questions answered and crisis situations mitigated. Heather is dedicated to our student body, and literally does whatever she can to make sure that our students are well-served. She is a true student advocate, and helps students to navigate their degrees in IAS, and to resolve issues that come up. She helps students understand how UWT and IAS work, and also works with students to facilitate their graduate school and law school plans. Beyond students, Heather works with faculty to provide the student need/student perspective, and help create comprehensive scheduling, degree pathways, and scheduling. And she is always willing to help cover for fellow staff. She has also served on a number of campus-wide committees to help improve our services at UWT! Heather pumps happy students out of her office all day long, helping to create a happy student body, and a pleasant campus experience for all of us.

--Appreciated by NOELL BERNARD

Susanne Recordon

Pol S

Susanne is one of the most hard working, knowledgeable, and professional people I have worked with at UW.

--Appreciated by TAMARA SOLLINGER

Matt Munday

Drama

Matt joined the School of Drama as the Undergraduate Advisor in August of 2008, a 50% position. At that time we had a PhD TA assigned to assist the advisor for 3 quarters. Matt knew very little about our field or our school, but had experience and training in counseling. Since that time Matt has learned our University, School and field, formed excellent working relationships with ALL our students and faculty and, despite losing the TA assistant to budget cuts, gets more done in a week than any other combination of people I have worked with in 16 years as Chair. Matt has cleaned up and streamlined the files, the website, and made his office a friendlier place. He has expanded his portfolio to include ANYTHING which impacts our undergraduate students including actively matching students with internships. Independently he decided to review the back files, found students who had not completed their degrees, sought them out and helped them finish, or make a plan to finish. This is but one example of the sort of initiative he takes every day, while never going off on tangents or neglecting to check in. I almost am at a loss for words to describe how well this man does his job. Among a staff of excellent people Matt really shines as someone who gives 150% every day.

--Appreciated by SARAH N GATES

Rob Post

ICA Student-Athlete Academic Services

I have worked with him for five years and have learned that he has such excellent knowledge of the various departments on campus. He can answer almost any question regarding to majors. He not only acts as an adviser but as a confidant as well.

--Appreciated by LIBERTY HOPE A. PATOS

Andrea Crosby

Biology

Andrea Crosby is an incredibly thoughtful and energetic advisor. She is a young adviser and has been in this position for a about three years but she has made sure that she knows what her students need and how to find all the resources for them. When I hear from students that have met with Andrea they are so excited for what they will be able to do next because they were encouraged by her. She works with students to think 'outside of the box' and bring in disciplines across campus in their curriculum. Her students have a very tough course plan they have to follow with biology courses but I have many of her students come to me because they were inspired to study abroad or to take a course outside of their particular academic path they thought they had to follow and they want to diversify what they are learning here at the UW. I feel inspired in my job when I see the kind of support that Andrea gives her colleagues. She is always building her fellow advisers up and encouraging them and what impresses me so much is that she remembers everyone's names. It's hard sometimes in the social sciences to know what's going on in the natural sciences but when I have a question, Andrea is always quick to explain the answers and make the information approachable to not only the students but her colleagues as well. Andrea's kind approach to advising is something that I very much admire and respect.

--Appreciated by CYNTHIA M. ANDERSON

Amy Hagopian

Global Health Dep

She's absolutely devoted to students and a major source of inspiration.

--Appreciated by BEATRIZ DA COSTA THOME

Mary Tillotson

Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity

May 19, 2010-05-19 Mary Tillotson, an Academic Adviser/Counselor in the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity is my recommendation for Adviser of the Year. She works diligently assisting students in developing a meaningful educational plan; one that acknowledges and incorporates students' personal abilities, values and goals. Communication is an "art: that Mary has mastered with both the students she serves, and the colleagues that work with her. To Mary, the joy of serving students is both rewarding, invigorating and fuels her passion to serve. Her connections with students are exemplary, extending postive regard and support, frequently advocating on their behalf . Many of her former students stay in touch with Mary long after graduation, providing updates of their on-going accomplishments. She gets excited everytime a student shares their stories. As a great collaborative team member, Mary's work ethic is high on her priority list. She stays on board until the job is accomplished, offering insight and suggestions that produces high-quality work. Her precision for details is an asset that allow her to often catch what others might miss. Mary's warm and friendly nature creates an atmosphere of respect and extends postive regard towards everyone. She's not one to call attention to herself, but her quiet dynamics in small-group or one-on-one interactions are special exemplary moments. Mary's rigorous schedule can be daunting, especially as she weaves a myriad of tasks that requires balancing time served on University committees, implementing and attending student workshops, representing OMAD on Transfer Thursdays, serving potential community college students, while taking care of self. These are all done in the spirit of excellence. With over 25 years of experience working at the University of Washington, Mary has been and still is a wonderful role model and a sterling team player. It is my honor to recognize Mary Tillotson, as a candidate for the Adviser of the Year Award from the Office of Minority Affairs.

--Appreciated by JUNE HAIRSTON

Robert Post

Student-Athlete Academic Services

Rob Post has been an adviser in the Athletic Department for over 15 years. He is the historian here in the department who understands University history and student-athlete graduation rates. He is dedicated, personable and advocates for students of color. I nominate this exceptional person for the Adviser of the Year Award.

--Appreciated by ALAFIANI M WASHINGTON

Susan Inman

Admissions then Environmental Health

While Susan Inman recently became the adviser last year for Environmental Health, I believe she deserves the Adviser of the Year Award for her many years of service as a transfer adviser and outreach coordinator for UW Admissions. Susan tirelessly visited dozens of community colleges every year (hundreds of visits over the course of her tenure in Admissions) educating thousands of prospective students about transferring to the UW. She also was the main presenter at Transfer Thursday every week for years, again educating thousands of hopeful prospective transfer students. I had the pleasure, along with many of my Gateway Center colleagues, to see Susan in action at college fairs and at Transfer Thursdays. Most people would have gone INSANE being asked the same questions over and over again by all these students. Not Susan. She was friendly, welcoming, sometimes humorous and professional every time. Even when a doozy of a question was asked, she was unflappable and the epitome of professionalism. I greatly admire her spirit and dedication to serving both incoming and current students at the UW. It can be a thankless job but you did it with much grace and humor. Thank you, Susan, for all that you've done on behalf of our excellent transfer student population.

--Appreciated by PEGGY CHENG

Emily Batlan

Evening Degree Advising

Emily has worked with the program for 8 years, providing leadership in recruitment and enrollment expertise specifically. She has remained committed and very hard working through the fire, the transition to a fee based model and many other organization shifts. She is passionately committed to education and students. Many, many students credit her support as instrumental is their success at completing a degree. She is a 'can do' person who has also committed her energies to Evening Degree but also to campus advising through her involvement with APAC for the past two years.

--Appreciated by CONNIE S. MONTGOMERY

Dan Feetham

College of Engineering-Student Academic Services

In the year and a half that Dan has been an adviser on campus, he has made a huge impact. He has served on the APAC board, revised the engineering orientation sessions and streamlined the student referral process between the College of Engineering and the Gateway Center. As the Gateway Center liasion to the College of Engineering, I have had the pleasure to work with Dan on a regular basis. He frequently checks in with me to discuss particular student situations and make sure he and I are giving students a consistent message regarding their academic options. He truly cares that students find a major that best suits them whether that is within the College of Engineering or not. Finally, students love Dan. His energy and enthusiasm along with his caring attitude make students feel comfortable sharing their concerns with him. Seeing his positive influence on incoming freshman, last year's orientation leaders went so far as to make him a Dan The Man t-shirt for his birthday. As a result of all his dedication and hard work in serving students, I believe Dan The Man should be Adviser of the Year.

--Appreciated by LEAH PANGANIBAN

Rob Post

Student-Athlete Academic Services

Rob Post has been advising since the mid-1980s. He is extremely knowledgable and is an amazing resource to the students and our department. He spends time with students really getting to know them and their goals so he can best advise them on class and major choices.

--Appreciated by PAMELA J ROBENOLT

Yuko Mera

(Department/Unit) Comp Lit

Always a smile on her face! Always available, knowledgeable, patient, kind, helpful, and constantly keeping each individual student's best interests front & center. Always responds to e-mails & phone calls in a professional manner and at record speed. Always available for meetings & appointments, both drop ins and scheduled times. Always on top of the latest changes, regulations, and guidelines etc. from the graduate school. A great facilitator and expert at connection students with various faculty members both in the department and in other departments to best accomodate student interests and goals. Without Yuko, Comp. Lit. would be a maze and a much less personable hiatus in the layrinth of the UW graduate experience. Yuko is simply the greatest!

--Appreciated by JO WALLACE

george Demiris

(Department/Unit)BNHS

Always available for advices and very pleasant to work with.

--Appreciated by TANFU MARTHA HSUEH

Kimberly Swayze

English Department

If you face a challenge during your academic or professional career, go see Kimberly. Within minutes she will show you: yes, you can double-major, study abroad and still graduate in 4 years; yes, it is okay to change your mind about your profession and find your true passion. Working her advising magic, your problem will soon become a fabulous and rewarding journey. Even beyond graduation, Kimberly goes the extra mile to help her students, and even her colleagues, academically and professionally succeed - whether by writing a detailed letter of recommendation, by searching for and sending along notices of jobs, or by helping brainstorm ideas or just being a willing and supportive listener. As her advising efforts extend well beyond the formative years of an adviser, her long-term dedication and passion for her students, colleagues, and community deserve to be recognized!

--Appreciated by DORIAN TAYLOR

Mel Wensel

English Department

Mel wastes no time taking action to implement positive changes in the English Department curriculum and processes, throughout the UW campus, as well as in the community beyond. Mel regularly has an open-door policy, along with an analytical perspective regarding ways the English Department can continue to evolve with the changing times. In addition, Mel has created a seminar, presented at last year's Career Week, to help all interested students and working professionals identify ways to improve their personal statements for Graduate School and beyond. The seminar came with take-home examples of the "Do's and Dont's" of PS writing. Mel's creative developments and drive deserve to be recognized!

--Appreciated by DORIAN TAYLOR

Jeanny Mai

Psychology

Jeanny's dedication to her students, the Psychology Department, and the development of other Graduate Advisers make her an outstanding choice for Adviser of the Year. I know I can count on her to have answers for my questions as I continue to grow in my role as a GPA, and I've seen her students approach her with the same confidence.

--Appreciated by ELAINE M. HAIG

Karen Schepp

(Department/Unit)Nursing

Professor Schepp always advises timely. She is an academic knowledgeable person regarding to profession and administration. She is nice and patient.

--Appreciated by MEI-RONG CHEN

Mel Wensel

English

As a faculty member and program director, I rely on Mel's creativity and wisdom, her deep institutional and disciplinary knowledge, her complex awareness of students' needs on our campus and nationally, and her always pragmatic, collaborative and extremely efficient work ethic. When our faculty makes crucial decisions, such as redesigning our major, I am always relieved to see that Mel is part of the conversation. She is often the first person I seek out for reliable advice and counsel, whether I'm designing a new course, getting information to our majors or advisers across campus, expanding outreach to the larger community, or seeking information about particular students. In just the past year I've approached Melfor advice regarding students' interests and needs related to period courses, independent study projects, and graduation requirements; I've sought her help in working with transfers, English language learners, Evening Degree Program students seeking space in day courses, and English majors hoping to become teachers; I've worked closely with Mel in developing curriculum and community partnerships as part of a new learning community for English Majors who are considering becoming teacher. Mel is always well-informed, always both clear-eyed and compassionate in finding ways to meet student and faculty needs, and always able to provide--with great good humor--suggestions for how to resolve a conflict or work through an institutional question. Mel's exemplary skill at providing information and guidance in a supportive way is clear in the English Majors list she moderates. In one small example, the "Dawn Patrol" messages, posted each quarter just before graduate students line up in the wee hours for registration, are masterpieces of efficient communication couched in brilliantly funny prose, a skill Melissa often uses to deliver potentially stressful information about deadlines and requirements. As the teacher of students from all over campus through my work in the Interdisciplinary Writing Program and the Community Literacy Program, and also as the parent of a recent University of Washington graduate, I am well aware that Mel's professional, holistic approach to advising is quite unusual on our campus. In addition to being a model of voicing the effect of departmental decisions on students and staff in discussions with faculty, Melissa is exemplary in supporting students' academic and graduation planning as undergraduates, and in providing information on a wide range of activities and organizations of interest to our majors as well as internship, career and other post-graduation opportunities. In this huge institution, where students too often feel they are unimportant and it is much too difficult to find the information and resources necessary to succeed, Melissa is an extraordinarily valuable advisor and collaborator who combines a calm, always well-informed voice of support with an extraordinary understanding of, and ability to communicate clearly about, the needs of students, faculty and staff.

--Appreciated by ELIZABETH SIMMONS-ONEILL

Aley Mills-Willis

University Honors Program

Aley has long been an outstanding resource for Honors students and our campus partners. She brings to her job unsurpassed enthusiasm, genuine interest in her students' and colleagues' successes, unquestionable knowledge and a great sense of humor and kindness. This year, Aley embarked on a new adventure (motherhood), but remained committed to Honors and to the UW. Throughout her transition to working AND enjoying her new, adorable son, Aley continued to be a steadfast, dependable and amazing asset to Honors and the UW. Even on maternity leave, Aley found time to communicate with students, connect with staff, and continue to help us implement a new curriculum and prepare for admissions season. There is no doubt that Honors would not be Honors, nor would the UW be the UW, without advisers and colleagues like Aley -- she is truly an inspiration to me, as a new adviser, and always one of the highlights of my day. Thank you for your consideration of Aley for Adviser of the Year!

--Appreciated by LAURA HARRINGTON

Joe Kobayashi

Program on the Environment

Joe is an articulate, soft spoken person that eminates a humble and quiet knowldege and leadership. He's inspiring!

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Gary Olson

Social Work

Gary Olson is a model example of excellent advising and professional services to graduate Social Work students. He has reached out to thousands of students and through those same students has touched many communities all over the US.

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Name:Gateway Advisers

Thank you all for the work you do with students. These are difficult times, and you continue to amaze me with your creativity!

--Appreciated by PATSY WOSEPKA

Susan Terry

Director, Career Center

Your willingness to collaborate and think creatively about the work you do is truly amazing. Thank you for all you do for students.

--Appreciated by PATSY WOSEPKA

Roz Schuessler

Program Manager/Adviser CEP

I appreciate Roz's deep commitment to CEP and education. I love her purple hair which is a metaphor for living life to the fullest, being a slight non-conformist and a true advocate for her program the students and all of the wonderful things it represents in the community and the world. You are a gem in our community and you have made a big difference in the UW with your dedication to all of the above.

--Appreciated by CONNIE S. MONTGOMERY

Name:Andrea Griggs

Academic Counselor Lead

You have been an awesome collaborator! Thank you for co-teaching with me this year!

--Appreciated by LAURA AVILA

Name:Chanira Reang-Sperry

Academic Counselor Lead

Thanks for just being.........you!

--Appreciated by LAURA AVILA

Name:Leah Panganiban

Academic Counselor-Lead

Thank you for your diligence in pursuing excellence for yourself, your students and your colleagues!

--Appreciated by LAURA AVILA

Tina Miller

Assistant Registrar

Tina is intelligent, always with a smile, and supportive of her staff. She naturally turns big problems into small ones and her common sense approach to obstacles keeps our busy environment less stressful.

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Peg Cheng

Academic Counselor/Lead

What can one say, whether working with Peg or whether learning from Peg, the experience is so supportive and positive.

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Mark Weitzenkamp

Counseling Service Coordinator

I know Mark is a dedicated counselor. I often see him go the extra mile for students during the graduation process. His extra effort to make it work for his students is a living example of what I believe a good adviser/counselor should be.

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Dan "the man" Feetham

Academic Counselor

I speak with a large number of students who report that their educational experience here at UW has been positively impacted by their interactions with Dan. Not only does Dan become famous (or infamous) around campus in Autumn after orientations when Dan "raises the roof," he brings thoughtful guidance and infectious enthusiasm to his individual and group meetings with pre-engineering students. Go, Dan!

--Appreciated by ANA WIEMAN

"The Boys"

SENIOR Academic Counselors

THE BOYS are Tom Freng and Jason Patterson. I have a great time working with these talented individuals and really value their support and mentor ship. Senior Counselors Patterson and Freng really know how to help out a Junior Counselor!

--Appreciated by ANDREA L CROSBY

Tom Freng

Senior Academic Counselor

Tom thanks for your focus on departmental services and holding down the fort sometimes all by yourself. Your good humor and patience in the work place are commendable. :)Janet

--Appreciated by JANET J GERMERAAD

Name:Andrea Crosby

"Junior" Academic Counselor

Andrea your personal growth has really come through in your professional work. Your leadership skills have really taken flight over the last year! You were already doing a fantastic job but you are on fire now so stay out of the water! :)Janet

--Appreciated by JANET J GERMERAAD

Jason Patterson

Senior Academic Counselor

JP Thank you for the hours you are willing to put in (especially the long distance ones), all the behind the scenes tasks you do that are not always the most exciting*, and all the new things you have taken on! It is never a dull moment with you. :)Janet (*Like helping me with my Excell Spread Sheet, repeatedly!!!)

--Appreciated by JANET J GERMERAAD

Laura Harrington

Academic Adviser

Laura began advising students in Honors while I was out on maternity leave in the Fall. She took the idea of an Experiential Spring Break program in Olympic National Park and put practically all of the pieces together while I was away and created an exceptional program. Her leadership was appreciated by all and I feel particularly lucky to have a colleague and friend who is so thoughtful, dependable, creative, and dedicated. Hooray for Laura!

--Appreciated by Aley WILLIS

Julie Lancour

Academic Adviser

I am so impressed by Julie! She works incredibly hard, is incredibly patient, and always, always, always, keeps the needs of her students first. She is dedicated and professional and always fun to be around! I'm lucky to have such a colleague.

--Appreciated by Alison E Mills Willis

Kay Balston

Academic Counselor, Gateway Center

Kay may have been around Gateway longer than anyone, but she never lets the grass grow under her. She is an innovator and a collaborator and is always there, helping us to be better as a team. Thank you, Kay.

--Appreciated by MEGAN MCCONNELL

David Sayrs

Assistant Director, Gateway Center

Dave is the go-to guy on so many points of policy minutae, and he does it all with such humor and grace. You're such an asset to the advising community, Dave!

--Appreciated by MEGAN MCCONNELL

Kurt Xyst

Academic Counselor, Gateway Center

For working tirelessly on behalf of the professionalization of the field of academic advising, I appreciate you, Kurt.

--Appreciated by MEGAN MCCONNELL

Patsy Wosepka

Gateway

A shout out to Patsy Wosepka for being the best cat herder out there! You are a wonderful asset to the Gateway Center and to the advising community at large!

--Appreciated by HEATHER M CLINESCHMIDT

Cynthia Anderson

CHID

Cynthia Anderson is a breath of fresh air!! Every time I work with this woman, I feel more inspired to be like her and excel at being an adviser. She's a great support and all around rock star!

--Appreciated by ANDREA L CROSBY

Dan Feetham

EADC

Dan is nearly a demi-god, don't forget that!

--Appreciated by ANA ELIZABETH WIEMAN

Emily and Suki

Evening Degree

I appreciate Emily and Suki for being collegial and truly committed to Evening Degree students and education on the whole. I feel very lucky to work with two quality and dedicated professionals in the field. I am ever grateful for the humor and thoughtfulness you both bring to our daily work together. Emily, thanks for the continued hard work and Suki thanks for catching on so quickly and adding your good experience to our staff. This is a 'two-fer' appreciation. Connie

--Appreciated by CONNIE S. MONTGOMERY

Chanira Reang Sperry and Mary Tillotson

Gateway

I want to recognize Chanira Reang Sperry and Mary Tillotson who I've had the honor and pleasure of working with in many ways for several years. I've especially enjoyed working with them as part of the Pre-Law Team. You can't find more dedicated, helpful and approachable advisers who not only give great, accurate advice to students applying to law school, but who also encourage and support all students and alumni who are exploring the option of becoming an attorney someday. Chanira and Mary, I really have appreciated your kindness, your professionalism and your great senses of humor. It's been a joy working with you! -- Peg Cheng

--Appreciated by PEGGY CHENG

Leah Panganiban

Gateway

I'd like to recognize Leah Panganiban for all the work she does to nominate advisers for awards that showcases their hard work--which is hard work in and of itself! Recognition and appreciation is such an important part of a professional community, and I really appreciate that Leah does so much for our advising community!

--Appreciated by NOELL BERNARD

Abby Petty

Asian Languages and Literature

I'd like to thank Abby Petty Asian Languages and Literature, who always has time for students, and is always cheerful and ready to listen to everything from long drawn out complaints to cheerful enumerations of how classes are going.

--Appreciated by

Joe Kobayashi

Program on the Environment

Joe Kobayashi - Thank you for all of your time and effort in coordinating the Exploring Majors session for EnviroLink and BioLink for Summer Advising & Orientation! I really appreciate that you were willing to take a leadership role again this year.

--Appreciated by NICHOLE A. FERNKES

Joe Kobayashi

Program on the Environment

Thank you for the commitment, creativity, and intelligence that you bring to your work with our students. You are the key to their experience with PoE!

--Appreciated by MICHELLE R. HALL

Joyce Fagel

Gateway

Joyce Fagel, for being a wonderful collaborator and friend on so many of our shared responsibilities.

--Appreciated by MEGAN MCCONNELL

Kathy Craig

School of Dentistry

KATHY CRAIG. KATHY HAS BEEN THE ADMISSION DIRECTOR FOR THE SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY FOR MANY YEARS. KATHY IS A WONDERFUL AND CARING PERSON AND RELATES WITH THE STUDENTS VERY WELL. I REALLY APPRECIATE WORKING WITH HER AND HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM HER. KATHY DESERVES TO BE APPRECIATED FOR A JOB WELL DONE.

--Appreciated by ZENEBEWORK TEFERA

Kelly Schrader

Kelly Schrader... for all her hard work and dedication to the Lander Hall Council this year. With over 100 applications, Kelly was able to interview and select an awesome team of student leaders to advocate and provide social programming for Lander residents.

--Appreciated by DAVID DONELL DANIELS JR

Keoke Silvano

OMA/D

Keoke Silvano, OMA/D Advising is one of the hardest working advisers on campus! I have worked closely with him with a couple of very sensitive issues for our students and the thoughtfulness that he approaches their concerns with is an ispiration to me. ~Cynthia Anderson, CHID Advising

--Appreciated by CYNTHIA M. ANDERSON

Laura Harrington

Honors

Laura Harrington: Laura has done an amazing job of transitioning from a student employee to an adviser. She has taken on new tasks with flexibility and competence and is a joy to work with. Her leadership on the Honors Experiential Spring Break trip was remarkable and I'm very excited to have her be a part of our staff!

--Appreciated by BROOK B. KELLY

Lynnea Erickson

Lynnea Erickson - for being such a great partner in the Roadmap workshops and for her continuing enthusiasm for her work!

--Appreciated by CAROLYN L BALSTON

Matt Munday

Drama

Matt Munday - Matt has been an invaluable resource for the students in my caseload who are Drama majors or are aspiring Drama majors. I appreciate the time he takes in researching and responding to my inquiries. It is apparent he does as much as is possible to be a resource for students and other advisors.

--Appreciated by ANTHONY P. GABRIEL

Michelle Hall

College of the Environment

Michelle Hall For giving 100% to her 25% position in the new College of the Environment Dean's Office. She has made the transition for departmental advisers so much easier. Thank you, Michelle!!!

--Appreciated by MICHELLE L. TOWNSEND

APAC Board Members

My appreciation to the APAC board members in general for their hard work, generous smiles and meaningful adviser continuing education and networking events! Thank you.

--Appreciated by CHERYL L. HUMMEL-SCHLUGER

Amy Fox

Gateway

Amy Fox has been a wonderful addition to Gateway advising. She hit the ground running by actively participating in a number of committees and advising groups across campus. She has contributed to the curriculum development of summer orientation for the ENVIRO/BIO Links presentation, she teaches a Freshman Seminar on Exploring Environmentally-Related Majors, and as a committee member of the Mary Gates East Space Planning, she offers a critical and inclusive approach to the Gateway and OMA&D move conversations. Apart from all of her involvement in cross campus collaborations, Amy exemplifies characteristics of an excellent advisor. Amy helps students think critically about their academic choices and goals. She encourages regular contact with her advisees and she helps students recognize their own responsibilities as a scholar at the university. Students walk into the Gateway Center with many different issues. Amy is able to adjust to each student's circumstance by asking her colleagues within the Gateway Center and across campus for assistance, thereby creating a team of advisers to help the student. With her background in study abroad, Amy uses her global perspectives and good cross- cultural communication in her advising. Thank you for all of your contributions and collaborations with the advising community, Amy!

--Appreciated by REANG SPERRY CHANIRA

Cynthia, Amy, Becky and Michelle

Thanks for making out APAC + NACADA presentation one of my favorite projects so far! I loved working with you all, and elarned so much!

--Appreciated by AVERY RAVEN