2006 Recipients
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Stacey LaFrentz
Research Associate
Veterinary
Microbiology and Pathology
"...willingness to tackle such a
demanding position that requires an
exhausting level of multi-tasking on a
daily basis...desire for
self-improvement.. excellent
leadership...superb job of
listening...positive attitude... "
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Bob Mitchell
Multimedia Coordinator
Biomedical
Communications Unit
"...clients keep coming back because
they are so pleased with the work he
does...constantly carries a positive
attitude and always has time for
YOU...always upbeat & cheerful.. handles
difficult situations with maturity and
wisdom...keeps up with advances in
video" |
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Sandi Brabb
Assistant Director
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN)
"...absolutely outstanding...team
oriented...one of the hardest working,
most loyal and committed staff...if the
dictionary had a definition for above
and beyond, it should have a picture of
Sandi...virtually fearless...willing to
take on almost anything and when she
does it almost always succeeds..."
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Christina Rockett
Continuing Education Coordinator
"...her tireless dedication to the job
is unmatched...constant upbeat attitude
is a daily reminder that the work here
is done in a positive setting...she is
caring...she is dedicated... she takes
the time to see that all the details are
met is a lot like your Mom...her
selfless dedication to the job should
stand as an inspiration to us all..."
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Sally Anderson
Neurology Patient Care Coordinator & PSR
Department of Veterinary Clinical
Sciences (VCS)
"...outstanding organizational
skills...very calm & collected...amazing
ability of staying very composed and yet
still very efficient under stressful
situations...sets a great
example...inspires us all to stay
positive...takes initiative in trying to
make our hospital a great working
environment for everyone.."
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2005 Recipients
Photos from the College of Veterinary Medicine Dean's Staff
Advisory Committee BBQ/Picnic can be viewed online at
www.wsu.edu/recycle/zerowaste.html
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Dorri Guettinger
Finance Budget Manger
Veterinary
Microbiology and Pathology
"...excellent work, an unwavering sense
of ownership and responsibility, and a
much appreciated positive attitude...Dori's
commitment to excellence and her
professional demeanor is an inspiration
to us all...is an equally outstanding
human being who is am integral part of
our community and a friend and advisor
to many."
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Lynne Haley
Associate Director of Development
Development & External Relations
"..She has proven to be an invaluable
resource in analyzing potential new programs and has even
worked to launch her own initiatives outside her traditional
duties ... has demonstrated true leadership and decision
making abilities... most critically, she has retained the
most positive attitude you can imagine... no matter how busy
she is she always stops what she's doing and takes time for
individual assistance.."
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Henry Moore
Photographer
Biomedical
Communications Unit
"...If anyone in the college wants to
know about digital cameras, digital
color printing, black history, or good
fishing... they seek out the expert:
Henry Moore...He is outstanding at what
he does, and loves his work with a
passion...He is friendly, always upbeat,
and always has a good word to say to
those he meets... he handles difficult
situations with maturity and wisdom...
he learns fast and is not afraid to
tackle new areas..." |
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Sue Zumwalt
Principal Assistant
Veterinary
Microbiology and Pathology
"...Sue is an enthusiastic self
starter... she is reliable and goes
about her tasks, duties and
responsibilities in an organized and
efficacious manner... she deals with
crises on a daily basis and meets the
timelines for her various tasks,
especially when they come in under very
short notice, in an expeditious,
conscientious, friendly and professional
manner... She inspires excellence by her
leadership among the staff who she
supervises... she comes to work with a
positive attitude and maintains it
through the day irrespective of
unfolding events ..." |
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Barb Robbins
Academic Coordinator
Office of Student Services
Barb was recognized for 30 years of
service to the College of Veterinary Medicine. She manages
and maintains student records for the professional DVM
students in all four years of the program. She is involved
with scheduling classes, curriculum issues, scholarships and
awards, graduation requirements, and various other aspects
of the academic side of the DVM program. She also
coordinates fourth-year rotations, externships,
preceptorships and other related events. |
2004 Recipients
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Charlie Powell
Senior Communications Manager
Veterinary Development and External
Relations (VDER) office
"For the past 15 or so years, Charlie
has performed the work of many. He
remains steadfast in his personal
crusade to tell the story of the
hard-working people within the College
of Veterinary Medicine to as many people
as possible. His own accomplishments are
easily measured in the hundreds of
publications and programs in which the
stories can be found. Charlie's approach
to communications is held as a model for
a variety of organizations connected to
WSU's College of Veterinary Medicine.
First and foremost, he believes in
telling the truth. He also believes in
dropping everything at a moments notice
when the opportunity arises to tell a
story of this College. Check the time
and date stamp on his email and you'll
see evidence of a person who works
outside the boundaries of the standard
workday. But it is his resourceful
imagination that constantly affects the
work he does, and the work of others
around him. He is constantly coming up
with innovative ways to come up with
solutions or easier ways to accomplish a
task."
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Jan Luft
Herds Manager
"She is one of the most efficient staff
members on my team. Jan is always up to
any challenge that comes her way. Jan is
the first one to volunteer. She has
great rapport with all of her
co-workers, research staff and faculty
and is effective in her communications.
She has good team building skills and
works hard to keep our team going in the
right direction. She is very
approachable, always having a smile and
a laugh. She is very perceptive and
sensitive to the feelings of others and
is very professional in her attitudes
and demeanor."
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Richard Brown
Lab Technician
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience
(IPN)
"Richard appears to be a mainstay in the
sleep research group. He is one of the
most upbeat and caring people that I
know. He is a genuine inspiration to all
he works with. He is patient and kind
with co-workers and meticulous in his
own performance. If ever there was a
team builder Richard fits the bill to a
"T". He is always building self-esteem
and camaraderie among his co-workers in
his lab and in the entire department. He
is flexible and easy-going even on the
worst of days or when his work load is
especially heavy. Every person I know
tries to do a good job and get their
work done efficiently. What sets Richard
apart in this arena, is his EXTRA effort
beyond accomplishing his own tasks, in
making the jobs of others more enjoyable
and easier to accomplish. Richard makes
the workplace a joy! "
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Kurt Westensee
Technical
Systems, Veterinary Information Systems
"Kurt exhibits a great attitude and commitment to his
work and often works outside his normal
job duties doing whatever it takes to
get the job done and done right. His
willingness to take on additional
responsibilities has enabled him to make
a significant contribution to the
College. Kurt's can-do attitude and
willingness to go "the extra mile" make
him the one to call when there's a
problem. Kurt's coworkers and managers
depend upon him, whether it is to create
a project, answer a difficult technical
question, research a problem, suggest a
new approach, talk out a difficulty or
view "the big picture". His leadership,
organizational, and communication skills
are major assets to the College and our
customers. Kurt is the most loyal and
dependable employee I've enjoyed working
with." |
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John Vander Schalie
Associate in Research
"John puts his competitive spirit into
his work. He competes against himself to
be as efficient as possible in
completing tests to ensure the fastest
turn around time for clients, while
still maintaining accuracy." "When the
workload is heavy... he maintains a
positive attitude, sets priorities, and
tackles the workload with an attitude of
'we'll do the best we can'. He is not
afraid or unwilling to admit to his
mistakes, modeling the highest ethical
behavior. "John treats everyone with the
same friendly manner.. He is always
willing to teach others..."
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Ms. Nancy L. Malcolm
For outstanding support, dedicated
service, and exemplary commitment to the
College of Veterinary Medicine, its
deans, faculty and staff, and its many
programs and services.
Congratulations Nancy, on a job well
done! We thank you for your friendship,
your indomitable sense of humor, your
patience and all you have shared with us
over these many years of distinguished
service.
All of your many associates and friends
extend their very best wishes to you and
your family for continued success and
happiness in your retirement and
continued interaction with the college
and its programs. November 17, 1980
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2003 Recipients
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Laurie McDermott
Department of
Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS)
"Laurie is an excellent supervisor. She
is hard working and always goes the
extra mile to keep her department
running. She is always friendly and
attentive to customers. Laurie goes
above and beyond for the hospital.
Laurie is funny, outgoing, approachable,
and makes it a pleasure to come to work.
Laurie's sense of teamwork is exemplary.
Laurie is an outstanding supervisor and
employee unmatched in the university,
and this organization is better off for
having her around."
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Melissa Krug
Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology
(VMP)
"It is always a great pleasure to work
with someone who can keep alert, is
creative, and in good humor even when it
seems that nothing is working. Melissa's
greatest contribution is the excellent
training and trouble shooting assistance
that she provide for students and
students from other labs. I have been
awed by Melissa's positive attitude and
professionalism. Many people would be
overwhelmed by the vast array of
responsibilities in our lab. Melissa
sets an example as a team builder." |
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Ernie Motteram
Field
Disease Investigation Unit (FDIU)
"Ernie is extremely conscientious in his
job activities. He has excellent
interpersonal skills, is an excellent
communicator and is respected and liked
by students, faculty and other staff.
These interpersonal skills, and his
range science and ranching background,
allow an easy intercourse with ranchers
and farmers and also provides
agricultural non-veterinary inputs and
insights to livestock problem
investigations. His interaction with
livestock producers is excellent, he is
on a first name and relaxed basis with a
large number of cattlemen, is recognized
by them, and this is a major asset to
the FDIU in its field activities. He has
represented the FDIU and spoken to FDIU
issues at the State Washington
Cattlemen's Association Meeting when I
have not been able to attend. He is an
absolute enthusiast for the activities
of the FDIU and the College of Vet Med
in both formal and casual associations
with livestock producers." |
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Katie McMenamin Snekvik
Washington
Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
(WADDL)
"Katie is a team player who adapts her
schedule to the needs of others. She is
good humored and even-tempered in a
demanding job. In spite of her heavy
workload, she always takes time out to
help others and does this in a quiet,
efficient and unassuming manner. She
never discusses her personal
accomplishments and doesn't seek public
recognition so it is easy to take her
efforts for granted, but this has not
affected her positive attitude and
strong work ethic. In my opinion, she is
an example of the model employee. I wish
we could clone her. Katie always shines
with her positive, kind, innate
good-natured outlook on life and people.
Katie is an example of professionalism." |
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Chuck Royce
Biomedical
Communications Unit
"He is friendly, always upbeat, and
always has a good word to say to those
he meets. Chuck is at the forefront of
making it all happen. He handles
difficult situations with maturity and
wisdom. He learns fast and is not afraid
to tackle new areas. For Chuck, every
competitive challenge is an opportunity
not just to survive, but to move ahead
and thrive. Chuck doesn't sit on
creative ideas. . . he puts them into
practice, and makes the BCU work
environment a better place." |
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Alison McKiernan
Washington
Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
(WADDL)
"Alison's professionalism has always
been above and beyond the call of duty
in every aspect of her work. She is very
meticulous in her work and has an
incredible ability to manage her time to
the utmost. Alison's inspiration to
myself and to some of her coworkers lies
in the fact that she has provided such a
high quality of professional service for
25 years. Her positive attitude and
unwavering approach sets a high
precedence for us all. Above all, is the
service she provides not only within the
school, but to outside entities as well.
The motivation to her work is fueled by
the fact that she cares so much about
what she does." |
2002 Recipients
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Debby Alperin
Veterinary Microbiology and
Pathology (VMP)
"A collaborative spirit is one of the attributes that
best characterizes Debby. This may be most apparent when
you talk to the graduate students and numerous
veterinary students who have worked in our lab the past
10 years. Not only do they have an obvious heartfelt
affection for Debby, but they clearly respect her
experience and advice..." |
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Dan Rice
Field Disease Investigation Unit (FDIU)
"Dan's personnel management is outstanding. He has
identified quality employees for open positions and he
has continued to develop their technical and leadership
skills after they have been hired. The morale in the lab
has been excellent.." |
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Connie Sakamoto
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS)
"Connie is a diligent worker and an eternal optimist.
Connie is competent and confident. She readily shares
her experience to help others succeed in meeting their
job responsibilities. She is incredibly humble about her
skills and the impact of her contributions to the
program.." |
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Charlene Teitzel
Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (WADDL)
"Charlene's positive attitude and work ethic are some of
her strongest attributes. I cannot recall a
project/problem that I assigned to Charlene that was not
completed/resolved in a timely manner and with a
positive attitude- and this definitely rubs off on the
other microbiologists whose work she coordinates..." |
More Staff Awards
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2001
Sharne Houston
Paul Johnson
Emma Karel
Danielle Stanek
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2000 Sandra Bellinger
Daniel Bradway
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1999
Kathy Feldner-Booth
Rebecca Morton
1997
Molly Loaiza
Mary Jo Hamilton
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1998
Rich Scott
Jay Weidner |
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