Chris is always quick to respond to any issues that arise. He is a talented professional and a good colleague.

Nominated by Thomas McBrayer

Edward Pickett is a wonderful manager. He continuously assists our team on many of our day-to-day issues and projects even when I know he really doesn’t have time. He is one of the hardest working individuals I know. I appreciate him and and his continued support to all of our team members and the way he always puts everyone else’s needs in front of his own. Edward would be a wonderful recipient of this recognition!

Nominated by Sean Tierney

Ruth is a great example of what quiet, gracious, and dedicated service looks like. My first interaction with Ruth was during a large training event we hosted in the System Office for our UNC faculty and staff. For many days, she graciously – and without acknowledgement – helped with caterers and vendors who were arriving for the event (even though the event wasn’t for her department and she wasn’t even asked to help). Ruth has a quiet and mighty spirit of service and I’m quite thankful!

Nominated by Mary Varghese

Chris has always and continues to provide outstanding customer service. Most recently, Chris was able to understand, troubleshoot, and was diligent in resolving my printer(s) issues. His resolution to my issues will be a tremendous frustration relief when the time rolls around for the July BOG meeting as well as future ones. His dedication to serving our office deserves a huge Round of Applause…Thank you so much and you are appreciated, Chris! Kudos to you!

Nominated by Angelisa Riggsbee

Preksha Patel has been invaluable during the Office of Sponsored Programs aging clean-up process. She has helped us complete the necessary steps to resolve invalid invoices dating back to 2015. She completed the process within a month and during the beginning of year end closeout. The process could not have been completed without Preksha! Thank you, Preksha!

Nominated by Valerie Crickard and Jacob Falkiewicz

In a world where technology can sometimes feel overwhelming, Jack serves as a reassuring presence, reminding us that no challenge is insurmountable when we work together. He is good-humored, making the days a little brighter and more productive. Thank you for being a good colleague!

Nominated by Peter Hans

Xiaoyan is one of the most helpful and knowledgeable people I’ve worked with at the System Office. She’s always willing to help in any capacity, even when she has competing priorities. I’m not sure where FDM would be without her! I’m ever-appreciative of being able to work with her.

Nominated by Laura Williams

Terrence is leaving us for another shade of blue (UNC-CH) but we are so grateful for all his expertise and guidance in supporting our managers and employees through employee relations matters. His compassion, wisdom, and kindness will be missed. We should all look to lead with a little Terrence in us these days! Thank you for your dedication and service to the UNC System, Terrence, and to this country!

Nominated by System Office HR

Chris is GREAT at his job! He is always very patient with me. I had an issue while working from home and he immediately came to the rescue! He went above and beyond to troubleshoot this error. Its a great feeling to know when you are working against hard deadlines and run into an issue that there is someone in IT that is more than willing to give you a helping hand.. Even if sometimes it’s user error.  🙂

Nominated by Tami Chargois

Ed has been very helpful – whenever I have a question or run across any problem with the system — I can reach out to him at any time and he has guided me safely thru each and every issue that has come my way — I know I say I appreciate your help and support — I really do and thank you again Ed.

Nominated by Jack Ware