Give your colleagues a “High Five” for things such as excellent customer service, “saving my bacon” and going above and beyond.

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Continue below to read about how your colleagues are going above and beyond to help the campus community.

(Note: Campus News edited comments only for misspellings and missing or incomplete words. They appear mostly as written for each employee.)

Works Above and Beyond

Angelica Miramontes, College of Social Sciences
Angelica's knowledge, thoughtfulness, and creativity were crucial for ensuring a smooth start to the spring 2025 semester in the College of Social Sciences.

Kris Ratliff, Technology Services
A huge high five to Kris, our amazing ITL. He always goes above and beyond, being incredibly prompt, patient, and reliable with all our office needs. Whether it's technical support or moving and removing equipment, he handles it all with a positive attitude and efficiently. We’re so grateful to have him on our team! Thanks for all you do, Kris.

Mike White, Facilities Management
I want to express my sincere gratitude to Mike for his exceptional help with the heating issue in my office. From the moment he arrived, he went above and beyond to ensure the problem was fully addressed. Mike's professionalism was evident throughout the entire process, as he worked diligently to identify the issue and resolve it. He was not only highly knowledgeable, but also incredibly polite and respectful, making sure I was kept informed every step of the way. His dedication to getting the job done right truly exceeded my expectations, and I am grateful for his outstanding service.

Provided Excellent Customer Service

Fatih Yenen, Technology Service
Thanks, Fatih, for your outstanding customer service. Your quick response to a request and timely completion truly stands out. I appreciate your excellent support and dedication.

Modeled Principles of Community

Kent Kawagoe, Psychology
Dr. Kawagoe actively demonstrated a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment by advocating for a student in their class. Recognizing the importance of equitable access to education, they proactively reached out to the Services for Students with Disabilities office to ensure the students’ approved accommodations were being implemented effectively. Their dedication to accessibility highlights their support for student success and their willingness to collaborate with campus resources to create a more inclusive academic experience.