Staff Awards Recognize Employee Dedication, Resilience

The University of Arizona has seen a lot of changes over the past few years, with the University's Transformation Plan and a $100 million cut in state funding altering the way many campus units do business. Several recipients of this year's Staff Awards of Excellence have been praised by their nominators for their resilience and positive attitudes in the face of these transitions.

The Staff Awards for Excellence, presented annually by the UA Staff Advisory Council, the Appointed Professionals Advisory Council, President Robert N. Shelton and the President's Cabinet, are designed to recognize employees who go above and beyond the call of duty in their jobs, whether it's by putting in extra hours, initiating innovative programs or always arriving at the office with a smile.  read more »