Anne Becker Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Anne Becher, Business Services, who received a SLU Spark! Anne was recognized by Robin Schneider, Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity, for pursuing excellence.

"I have never met Anne face to face, but she answered an email that I had sent asking a question about Billiken Buy. She took the time to walk me through the procedure, and was so patient and helpful that it made the procedure seem easy! I really appreciate her help and kindness.  It makes you feel good to know that you have such great people working at SLU!"

Diane Devine Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Diane Devine, Career Services, who received a SLU Spark! Diane was recognized by Kim Reitter, Career Services, for showing compassion.

"When I work with Diane, she is always able to identify with others.  In the nearly year that she has worked at SLU, Diane has been able to develop good relationships, both inside and outside of the department.  As someone who always strives for excellence, she can get overwhelmed by new experiences. However, she is always eager to listen to others, build a consensus, and try new tasks and processes.  I have seen her grow into a confident career counselor who strives to help her students excel in their career decision making and job search skills."

Ahmar Ursani Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Ahmar Ursani, Academic Support, who received a SLU Spark! Ahmar was recognized by LaDonna Utley, Career Services, for serving others.

"I would like to thank Ahmar for always volunteering to help with tasks that require physical labor.  Ahmar is always willing to help and with a smile.  Ahmar recently helped move lots of boxes in and out of our cage and I could not have done it without his help."

Megan Shaffer Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Megan Shaffer, Career Services, who received a SLU Spark! Megan was recognized by LaDonna Utley, Career Services, for serving others.

"I want to thank Megan for all her hard work helping to keep our office clean and organized.  Megan stepped up and saw an opportunity to organize a donation of unused office supplies in the process."

Collin Miller Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Collin Miller, Ob/Gyn-Research, who received a SLU Spark! Collin was recognized by Mustafa Ahmed, Ob/Gyn-Research, for strengthening our community.

"Collin has been so kind and helpful to me as I start my new position. He is very knowledgeable about statistics and different research projects going on, but he is also very humble and is always available to answer my questions and teach me new things that will help my work.  He gave me a tour of the hospital and helped me get my badge, and still helps me find my way around whenever I get lost. Thanks so much for everything, Collin, I really appreciate it! I feel fortunate to be part of this team!"

LaDonna Utley Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to LaDonna Utley, Career Services, who received a SLU Spark! LaDonna was recognized by Kim Reitter, Career Services, for pursuing excellence.

"LaDonna is an excellent and outstanding member of the Career Services team.  As the front line staff member, she is always friendly and eager to help anyone who enters the Student Success Center.  Committed to excellence, she is usually one step ahead of everyone else to make sure tasks are accomplished in an efficient and timely manner.  Good at problem solving, she manages the student workers, handling scheduling and training issues with an easy-going and calm manner.  Always striving for excellence, LaDonna is an essential member of the team!"

Judy Thompson Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Judy Thompson, Ob/Gyn-Research, who received a SLU Spark! Judy was recognized by Mustafa Ahmed, Ob/Gyn-Research, for strengthening our community.

"Judy has been so kind and helpful to me as I start my new position. She answers all of my questions with a smile and her door is always open (except when she's in a meeting, of course)! ;) Thanks so much for everything, I really appreciate it! I feel fortunate to be part of this team!"

Toni Dean Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Toni Dean, Facilities, who received a SLU Spark! Toni was recognized by Fay Ellatif, Shared Services, for Pursuing excellence.

"Toni is always going an extra mile in customer service and problem solving. Toni is a hard worker and stays positive in all situations. She is super flexible and is willing to help out with any group, whether in her area or not. Toni is creative and smart. She always take the initiative in all aspects of her work. I would like to recognize her with this Spark for being a great example of Jesuit identity of pursuing excellence and showing compassion."

Kimberly Barnes Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Kimberly Barnes, IM-Hem/Onc Clinic, who received a SLU Spark! Kim was recognized by Chris Fairchild, IM-Hem/Onc Clinic, for serving others.

"I want to recognize Kim Barnes for being a team player and helping during a time in the clinic when we had 2 patient coordinators our sick and 1 patient coordinator on vacation. Kim is our Senior Patient Coordinator and she helped keep the clinic moving smoothly with so many people out unexpectedly.  I appreciate all she did during this time."

Danielle Mungenast Received a SLU Spark!

Congratulations to Danielle Mungenast, Human Resources, who received a SLU Spark! Danielle was recognized by Denise Parker, Curricular Affairs, for serving others.

"I have been working in PeopleAdmin updating departmental position descriptions, etc. and PeopleAdmin was having issues.  I kept receiving error messages.  Danielle was responsive to my questions, assisted when needed to have changes made and provided insight with the error that I was receiving.  She helped to make the process from my side much easier and smoother.  Her help and guidance is greatly appreciated."