Campus Kudos for the week of January 19
Shout out to our latest Campus Kudos honorees!
Stephanie Arnold, College of Medicine, was recognized for filling a gap. “Stephanie has taken on additional responsibilities upon the retirement of a team member. She stepped up to assist in training the new coordinator in this position as well. The additional responsibilities have been taken on in addition to her current position as a curriculum site coordinator at Summa Health Systems. She has really been an asset to allow the 4th year in the College of Medicine flowing smoothly. A true asset!”
Rebecca Brabander, Department of Family & Community Medicine, was recognized for her support of students. “Rebecca is such a steady force within the Area Health Education Center based at NEOMED. She enthusiastically supports students of all disciplines in their ambitions to expand and enhance healthcare in the area. I have recently seen her go above and beyond to empower current and future students. She humbly seeks ways to monitor and perpetuate the successes of developing health professionals. Moreover, she is simply a kind, selfless individual in a world that needs such virtue all the more!”
Maya Deeb, College of Graduate Studies, was recognized for her friendliness. “Always a friendly hello and smile when I sneak in for my chocolate fix and NEVER judges :)”
Peg Dramble, Family and Community Medicine, was recognized for her guidance. “As the new AHEC Regional Program Director, I recently assumed my role, and while I’ve been walking the halls of NEOMED for the past nine years as a former center director, this position is quite different. I’m learning to navigate new systems and responsibilities, and Peg has been incredibly helpful—ensuring I understand how platforms and processes work, keeping me informed about deadlines, and always taking the time to answer my questions.”
Maureen Drummond, Department of Family and Community Medicine, was recognized for bringing out the best in others. “Maureen has been diving headfirst into a new position with excellence! She works ultra-diligently to ensure that the Area Health Education Center is seeing and meeting the needs of the community by empowering the future healthcare workers that will serve it. Her work is not always glamorous, but her heart for students and their potential inspires the magic that comes forth. While such an innovator herself, she brings out the best in each student who comes to her with goals for improving health equity, access, and enhancement. At an educational institution such as NEOMED, we really need the empowerment that Maureen specializes in!”
Phil Jenkinson, College of Graduate Studies, was recognized for teamwork. “Phil is highly collaborative and always goes above and beyond to address challenges!”
Rachel O'Donnell, Executive Education, was recognized for her skills as an educator. “Rachel consistently goes above and beyond in teaching, mentoring, and supporting learners in the Health & Well-being Coaching Certificate Program at NEOMED. She creates a positive and effective learning environment by being approachable, available for questions, and fostering a safe space for discussion and growth. Rachel also develops high-quality, impactful curriculum that empowers learners to grow and succeed as health and well-being coaches. Her dedication truly makes a difference in the success of the program and its participants.”
Patti Pfeifer, Office of Student Success, College of Pharmacy, was recognized for her planning skills. “Patti diligently works to ensure that our programs are planned well, offers excellent customer service, and is often behind the scenes ensuring that everyone has what they need. Our recent Career Fair was our largest event of its type to-date for the College, and Patti's planning and support ensured that it was a success.”
Megan Storey-Workley, Yassine Gross Anatomy Laboratory, was recognized for her organizational skills. “Megan consistently makes sure that all processes run smoothly in the Yassine Gross Anatomy Lab. Our professional and graduate education programs have greatly benefited from her organizational talent and leadership over several years now.”
Testing Services Staff, Testing Services, were recognized for their behind-the-scenes work. “They coordinate, start, proctor, run reports and ensure test integrity for COM, COP and BCOD. They work many early and late hours and help students with technical issues. There is a lot involved with testing and they go unappreciated for all they do! Thank you, Testing Services!”
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