UCI Student Affairs Employees of the Month
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April 2023
Auxiliary Services
Jerome Chuang and Johnny Hsu are the key team members in our AV department. They have been pivotal in the resurgence of the AV Team. When we returned to on-site event services, they have been providing AV assistance for all the SCES events in person, webinar events, and hybrid events. In addition, they have been training and developing new SCES students to become SCES event technicians to provide additional AV and event assistance during events for all the SCES events. Without their knowledge and experience, SCES would not be able to provide on-site AV services for events. With all the AV oversight for events at the Student Center, they were still able to step in and assist the Student Affairs office with off-site events located in the Cova room within the Brandywine eatery location. A big Thank You to Jerome and Johnny for their continuous support and guidance.
OVCSA
Miré showed exceptional leadership and professionalism when she got pulled into a project with a quick turnaround and a high profile. Because of the timing, the creative brief didn't exist, so Miré jumped in and took on a leadership role in gathering all of the info, verifying the needs of the campus partner requesting help, and then got to work on creating some concepts for the project. She came up with a perfectly appropriate design that was flexible, scalable and pretty darn neat. As additional requests came in for this project she managed them all with grace and professionalism, and was able to help elevate this important initiative.
Student Life & Leadership
Ruth approaches her work with a positive spirit - she is always willing to learn and exhibits much kindness when working with students who are facing difficult situations. In her role as student advisor, she carefully walks students through the complex processes regarding immigration regulations to ensure students are clear about their roles and responsibilities while delivering messages with a great deal of care in the process. She is consistent in her advisement practices and is also a great support to her colleagues and lends a helping hand wherever possible to support the success of the services provided by the International Center.
Wellness, Health & Counseling Services
Yesenia Flores is a social worker of the highest quality. She is knowledgeable about resources on campus and off campus, she is proactive and kind, and she is very motivated to help students cope with the most difficult of circumstances. Additionally, Yesenia's calm demeanor, inherent kindness, insight and willingness to help at a moment's notice make her the most valued of colleagues. She is a role model of professionalism and dedication to this job of caring for students. There are many specific as well as general reasons she is deserving of this award, and the Counseling Center is incredibly lucky to have her as part of the team. She is indispensable.
Wellness, Health & Counseling Services
Casey (Cassandra) comes to work with the intent of making sure every Student(patient) that comes through that door has the opportunity to get care and help at the Student Health Center. She is a great asset to the team. She is always positive, kind and willing to go the extra mile to assist anyone here in the department. She speaks to students(patients) with patience, compassion, and empathy. Casey treats every patient with respect and dignity. Casey deserves employee of the month because she sets a standard for what each employee at the Student Health Center should strive for.
About the Program
The Student Affairs Employee of the Month program will recognize contributions of staff employees from each cluster in the Division of Student Affairs.
Employees are nominated by their colleagues and reviewed by a committee of campus partners who select the recipients.
Eligibility
Currently employed staff.
Student staff, temporary staff or third party staff are not eligible.
Recognition
Staff who are recognized as employees of the month will be highlighted in our quarterly newsletter and will be eligible for Employee of the Year. All nominees will receive a certificate of recognition. There is no financial compensation connected to this award.
For questions please contact Alexandra Murillo.
Criteria for Nomination & Selection
A scoring model will be used by the Employee of the Month Selection Committee based upon the following criteria. However, an employee need not meet all these requirements to receive the award. In order for the committee to fully evaluate the nominated employee’s attributes and/or achievements, it is important that specific examples are cited in the nomination.
Innovation
When a staff member, office or group that has generated one or more creative and sustainable programs or initiatives within the last month to forward the Student Affairs Division mission.
Excellence in Collaboration
When a staff member, office or group that has successfully partnered with colleagues from the Student Affairs Division or UCI community during the past month to create programming, activities and initiatives that enrich the UCI student experience.
Social Justice
When a SA staff member, unit or group who has engaged in activities and programming that promotes a UCI community that is equitable, inclusive and meets the needs of all members of the community.
Distinguished Service
When a SA staff member, unit or group that demonstrates excellence in leadership, service, development, mentoring or long-term service to the UCI community.
Unsung Hero Award
When a SA staff member who works consistently and performs their responsibilities in a manner that enhances the work environment of the greater Student Affairs Division.
