Melissa Hummel Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Melissa Hummel on the SLU Spark nomination. Melissa was nominated by Tonya Vernon for driving change and innovation.

"Melissa is a great role model for professional leadership!  Since my first day at SLU, she has been a great trainer, mentor, and friend.  I feel like she took me under her wing when I really did not have anyone to teach me the in's and out's, much less the basics of my position.  I know I can come to her with questions any time and she is always willing to help when she can.  Melissa is leading the organization of Program Coordinators into a group with a voice, and trying to help improve processes in relation to management and coordination of GME training programs.  She is a wonderful role-model for all of the new Program Coordinators that come into the university.  Thank you for everything Melissa!"

Kara Warren Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Kara Warren on the SLU Spark nomination. Kara was nominated by Alaina Baker-Nigh on serving others.

"Kara came in midyear as a new administrator in Biology and majorly assisted me (only slightly less new faculty) in correcting ordering snafus, allowing my students to conduct effective experiments in my lab course.  In particular, finding a cost-effective way to overnight a reagent single-handedly saved a student project.  Her resourcefulness has been a huge benefit, whether the problem was on the vendor end or an obstacle of my own making.  Thank you Kara for your rock-star work!"

Matt Krob Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Matt Krob on the SLU Spark nomination. Matt was nominated by Amelia Blanton Hibner on serving others.

"I've been working with Matt lately to get some logo images for the Women's Commission and he has been incredibly helpful. Prompt to return emails, ensuring I have multiple versions of the files to make sure it all works, and a joy overall. He's recently gone above and beyond that helping me identify some good printing companies to work with for a project. I'm so grateful for his recommendations and going out of his way to send those to me - which has saved me time, effort, and likely money! Thanks Matt!!!"

Mourad Halim Received a SLU Spark

Congratulations Mourad Halim on the SLU Spark nomination. Mourad was nominated by Peggy Stelzerl for pursuing excellence.

"Mourad is receiving a "spark" from me today, because he resolved an IT "incident" within 30 minutes of my phone call to him.  This incident was already assigned to three other IT specialists who could not resolve the problem, which was affecting me and 17 of my colleagues.  After more than a month of frustration, I called Mourad - even though the case was not assigned to him.  He resolved this so quickly because he took the time to LISTEN to me.  His pursuit of excellence has made 18 people very happy today!  God Bless Mourad!"

Dr. Jenny Schmidt Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Dr. Jenny Schimdt on the SLU Spark nomination. Dr. Schmidt was nominated by Nichole Thomas for pursuing excellence.

"Dr. Schmidt, Thanks for helping us pilot Epharmix! Your role in this program has helped us enroll many patients who benefit from at home monitoring into the program! Thanks!"

Tammy Blevins Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Tammy Blevins on the SLU Spark nomination. Tammy was nominated by June Ann D'Angelo for serving others.

"Tammy, thank you so much for helping me out whenever I need it. I constantly come to you with questions and favors and all you give me is smiles in return. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it."

Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Lauren Fischer on the SLU Spark nomination. Lauren was nominated by Ashley Hayes for driving change and innovation.

"Lauren has gone above and beyond to not only be a nurse care manager but also to be a mentor, trainer, advocate and a confidant to myself and anyone needing help. The knowledge that she has and continues to acquire is incredible and she truly helps drive quality improvement and innovation. Lauren, I am not sure how you manage everything you do but you are a super hero! Thank you again for all of your help, compassion, and hard work. It is appreciated."

William Manard Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Dr. William Manard on the SLU Spark nomination. Dr. Manard was nominated by Ashley Hayes for driving change and innovation.

"Dr. Manard is deserving of a SLU Spark in every category, so to choose only one is difficult. However, Dr. Manard continues to be an excellent example of change and innovation SLU Wide. He has taught me so much over the last 3 years, especially about our EHR system and how to be most efficient and productive. Thank you, Dr. Manard for your non-stop commitment to patients, SLU, and the community. All of your hard work is appreciated!"

Lauren Fischer Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Lauren Fischer on the SLU Spark nomination. Lauren was nominated by Nicole Thomas for showing compassion.

""Lauren, I wanted to send a spark your way to thank you for helping me get settled in here at SLU. You have gone above and beyond to make me feel welcomed! You've been a great support and your compassion has helped with my success in my new role.  Thank you for all your hard work, it does not go unnoticed!"

Ashley Hayse Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Ashley Hayse on the SLU Spark nomination. Ashley was nominated by Nicole Thomas on strengthening our community. 

"Thanks for helping me get settled in! You're always available and willing to help me figure out things when I get stuck!"

Taylor Glueck Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Taylor Glueck on the SLU Spark nomination. Taylor was nominated by Debbie Dill Garvin for serving others.

"Taylor is always willing to help anyone even people who are not in her department.  She always has a smile on her face.  She always looks for the positive in every situation.  She is always proactive and finds a solution to a situation while always being positive.  Even when she is very busy she will take the time to help others.  Taylor is a great example of a SLU person living the mission for SLU and others.  Thank you for always being FABULOUS Taylor!"

Donna Bess Myers Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Donna Bess Myers on the SLU Spark nomination. Donna was nominated by Peter Garvin on strengthening our community. 

"Donna Bess Myers is a delightful example of an individual who recognizes the endeavors of others in our Saint Louis University community.  Donna is consistently supportive and recognizes the significance of reaching out to offer kind words and let you know you are in her thoughts and prayers.  Amazingly, her expressions inevitably are shared exactly at the right times!  With the final, day before preparations being navigated by my wife Debbie and I for the Bicentennial 5K Run/Walk we were coordinating, needless to say, the stress levels were relatively high.  And who do we receive a timely email from offering her gratitude?  Well, Donna, of course!  Donna shared her appreciation of us for all we did to make the event come life and for Debbie and me to know your commitment to SLU is appreciated and valued. Thank you, kindly, Donna!"

Carie Rakers Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations Carie Rakers on the SLU Spark nomination. Carie was nominated by Carol Stengel on strengthening our community. 

"I wish to recognize Carie Rakers with a SLU spark because she always is willing to go the extra mile to help when there is an IT problem.  She recently helped upload a program for our faculty quickly and knows just what to do to solve any problem.  She is a real gem and I am so happy we have her to help us when we call with our complicated problems.  She is a true professional and an asset to the IT department.  So happy that we can count on her expertise."