EXCELLENCE AWARDS. Deborah Casey, Ph.D., center, president of Wor-Wic Community College, celebrates winners of Wor-Wic’s Excellence in Service Awards, from left, Ann D. McGee, Melvin Cannon, Bonnie Gerrity and Kathy L. Turner.
Wor-Wic Community College recently honored four employees with Excellence in Service Awards. The awards recognized those who have gone above and beyond to support students and the college’s mission, foster a sense of camaraderie and positivity, contribute innovative ideas and play an active role in Wor-Wic’s success. Winners were:
- Melvin Cannon, information technology support technician
- Bonnie Gerrity, human resources specialist
- Ann D. McGee, administrative associate II, learning services
- Kathy L. Turner, dean’s associate, general education.
Each winner received a trophy and a cash award funded by the Wor-Wic Foundation. Nominees were also recognized for their contributions at the event, including:
- Perry Angelonga, CEWD computer coordinator
- Sabrina Bergbower, building attendant
- Bruce Brimer, public safety supervisor
- Allison M. Canada, senior director of procurement and auxiliary services
- Carlie Chilton, dean’s associate, health professions
- Octavia Copeland, building attendant
- Dr. Will Foxwell, academic advisor
- Dr. Elizabeth C. Jones, director of institutional assessment and effectiveness
- Jason M. King, director of veterans services
- Marcus McBride, building attendant
- Mark Miciotto, CEWD transportation coordinator
- Kellie Patton, duplicating associate
- Kimberly Richardson-Andrews, administrative associate I, student services
- Penny S. Walters, mental health counselor
- Angel West, procurement coordinator
Also honored at the ceremony were previously announced winners of the Faculty Excellence Award, Dr. Amy Oneal-Self, professor of English, and Mari Strauss, instructor of radiologic technology, as well as nominees:
- Dr. Tracie Brady, associate professor of business
- Juley Harper, associate professor of English
- Dr. David Mongor-Lizarrabengoa, associate professor of Spanish
- Alketa Nina, associate professor of mathematics
- Melissa Reddish, associate professor of arts and humanities
“We are very proud of these accomplished colleagues,” said Deborah Casey, Ph.D., president of Wor-Wic. “Every one of our staff, administrators and faculty should be recognized, because they are all working to serve our students and the community.”