DR. ANDREA WILLSON

"As a new-ish faculty member in the college, Andrea has been impressive with her leadership skills and honesty. Her understanding of higher education and awareness of program standards has made her a valuable addition to the college. I appreciate her conscientious and purposeful feedback for program improvement, and her dedication to student growth. On a personal note, I truly appreciate her matter-of-fact communication style, and her good sense of humor. Thank you for being a great colleague, Andrea!"

EMILY SMITH

Emily received another shout-out from Dr. Christina Grant:

"Emily has gone above and beyond for ECE over the years!  She is diligent and efficient at her job! She is a great asset to our team and we appreciate all that she does for us!  Emily will be forever missed and we wish her the very best on her next chapter!"

MISSY TISH

Missy received an anonymous shout-out: "Missy is not only is a rockstar for the KATE department, but she also does so much more for the college. Missy does a lot of behind the scenes work for the college from running the TVs, paperwork for tech upgrades for the building, checking calendars and so much more. Thank you for being awesome Missy. You are very much appreciated by EVERYONE in the college."

NATALIE COPELAND

Natalie got an anonymous shout-out, too:

"I want to shout-out Natalie for coming in to her temp position in the Dean's Office and just rocking it from the beginning."

DR. JESSICA PRYOR

Dr. Mi-Hwa Park says: "Our college is fortunate to have Dr. Jessica Pryor on board. We are blessed to have a professor with such enthusiasm, passion, positivity, and dedication in our Early Childhood and Elementary Education Department. Dr. Jessica Pryor, as a hard worker, is the one who usually arrives early and leaves the building last from Monday through Friday. In an effort to create a supportive and inclusive 'family-environment' at ECE, she gives each faculty and staff member a Valentine's Day card. Moreover, she prepares a birthday card for a faculty member and encourages faculty and staff to write birthday cards for their colleagues."

LIBBY DAVIS

Dr. Katy Hancock sent a shout-out to Libby Davis:

"Libby has been such a great help to me, even though I am not in her department. She is always willing to help and answer questions. And she has great dad jokes!"

NATALIE COPELAND AND TAMELA DARNELL

Howard the Duck wants to send a shout out to Tamela and Natalie: "He is looking dapper and ready for work in his COEHS satchel courtesy of the Swaggin' Wagon!"

DEE GUPTON

Dee received not one, but TWO shout-outs! 

#1 - "Dee does such a wonderful job as an admin. She is always ahead of the game and on the ball, supports the faculty, staff, students, GAs and student workers amazingly, and is absolutely the heart of the CLHS department."

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#2 - "Dee is what makes the CLHS department run so efficiently. She is the positive light in CLHS and handles many different job duties with a smile on her face. Thank you Dee for all that you do for CLHS. You are a joy to work with."

SHELLY ANDERSON

"Shelly is such a gift to the ACS department! She consistently goes above and beyond to make sure that everything is running smoothly. She is the glue that holds her department together and is such a light to COEHS! She is so appreciated and we’re incredibly lucky to have her." So true! Keep it up, Shelly!

DR. NIKKI GAYLORD

"Nikki is the most positive person in this building. She always has a smile on her face and is ready to laugh, even when times are tough. She is brilliant as well; her professional successes are incomparable. Not only does she have a positive personality and a brilliant mind, but she also has an amazing sense of style. This lady has it all!!" Thanks for all you do, Dr. Gaylord!

DR. AIMEE GRUBER

Dr. Gruber received an anonymous shout-out: "She is is a tireless advocate and mentor for her students. She travels all over the region building relationships and advocating for our future teachers. She's a wonderful colleague and huge asset to the COEHS!" 

Wow, how awesome!

DR. BRIAN BOURKE

Tamela Darnell and Natalie Copeland send a major shout-out to Dr. Brian Bourke for coming up with the name for the Swaggin’ Wagon! We had several great ideas suggested to us but his creative idea was fantastic! 

Thanks for helping us out, Dr. Bourke!

ASHLEY BOURKE

Ashley received an anonymous shout-out: "I am impressed at Ashley's organizational skills and general brilliance. Her attention to detail  has allowed her to streamline the Alternative Certification program which has improved the student experience. She is always a team-player and works toward the best interest of the college. Thank you for being amazing, Ashley!"

DR. SUSANA BLOOMDAHL

Natalie Copeland wants to send a big shout-out to Dr. Susana Bloomdahl because she has been "such an incredible supervisor to me thus far! I feel so supported by her and really appreciate her. I love our Monday chats!!" Awesome job, Dr. Bloomdahl!

DR. JESSICA BRANCH

Since beginning at Murray State, Dr. Branch has been a wonderful colleague. She is always upbeat and willing to lend a hand. She always takes the extra time to work with her students and help them grow professionally and personally. Her anonymous shouter really appreciates her honesty as a friend and her dedication to the IECE program. Great job, Dr. Branch!

DR. WHITNEY CASSITY-CAYWOOD

Natalie Copeland sends another shout-out to Dr. Whitney Cassity-Caywood: "She is an incredible professor! I had the opportunity to take a class with her last semester and had a great experience. She is SO knowledgeable and is an awesome asset to the College of Education and Human Services!" Keep up the great work, Dr. Caywood!