DR. KIM VIGIL

"Dr. Vigil is a prime example of a great colleague and instructor. Her focus on the wellness of our students and the rigor of the educational experiences in her classroom is outstanding. Not only that, she also dedicates much of her time to student support services that connect students with the college. You are amazing Dr. Vigil!"

DR. KAREN MACKEY

"Dr. Karen Mackey brings so much teaching and administrative experience to make her instruction to students be both effective and meaningful. Her passion for the teaching profession encourages many students to pursue this career path. Dr. Mackey’s respected reputation strengthens COEHS relationships with school districts to encourage schools to allow education students to complete practicum hours. She puts forth tremendous effort in her interactions with student teacher candidates to make them excited to become teachers."

ADAM BLAIR

"Mr. Adam Blair has done an exceptional job growing the MSU Henderson Education Program. His students consistently share that they choose teaching because of his passion for the profession. Students can always count on Mr. Blair to support them achieve their goal to become a teacher. Mr. Blair creates a positive learning environment to promote students entering the teaching profession."

DR. SAMIR PATEL

Dr. Patel got a shout-out from his administrative assistant, Libby Davis:

"Dr. Patel always keeps me on my toes and continues to make me laugh! He is a great leader and very caring to his faculty, staff and students."

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!"

NATALIE COPELAND

Natalie got an anonymous shout-out:

"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."

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."

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!"

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."

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!"

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!

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!