Transcript NinaAnderson - Academic Affairs

Nina Anderson
Executive Assistant to the Director,
San Diego Supercomputer Center
“She goes above and beyond what is required
in assessing the strategic value of SDSC
‘customers’ and makes all who she comes
in contact with feel welcome.”
~ Fran Berman, Director
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Catherine Asmann
Graduate Program Coordinator,
Philosophy
“Catherine strives to better the environment
of the graduate students at every opportunity.
She is a champion for them in all circumstances.”
~ Gila Sher, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Robert Beckley
Systems Coordinator,
Structural Engineering
“Robert is always willing to pitch in to help his
teammates wherever or whenever he sees the
opportunity to assist, even when the activity is
clearly outside his area of expertise.”
~ Laurance Berman, Principal Development Engineer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Merritt Bradford
Research Assistant,
Office of Graduate Studies & Research
“Merritt’s efforts, although she’s not really aware of
the extent to which she does this, enhance UCSD’s
reputation as a premier research institution, and a
friendly and helpful one at that.”
~ Jennifer Oh, Coordinator, Postdoctoral/Research Personnel
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Valorie Bruce
Academic Advisor,
Urban Studies & Planning
“Her relationship with students is remarkable.
They highly respect her and deeply appreciate
her care, concern and counseling.”
~ Steve Erie, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Gladys Bustos
Dean's Executive Assistant,
Rady School of Management
“She is a marvelous ambassador of the Rady
School as she interacts with international
dignitaries, senior UCSD management,
faculty, staff and MBA students.”
~ Robert Sullivan, Dean
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Hsiufang Chen
Instructional Computer Specialist,
Visual Arts
“Fang is always there to help out others, and always
with a smile. Her help is immediate and never
makes anyone feel it is a burden, as she always
helps out with a great attitude.”
~ Yolie Torres, Executive Assistant
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Brian Churchwell
Help Desk Team Leader,
Rady School of Management
“He has a strong sense of empathy for his customers
and genuinely cares about making their work lives
better. His devotion to serving the people who
depend on him is authentic.”
~ Erik Nelson, CTO
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Nina Cooper
Undergraduate Program Coordinator,
Philosophy
“She is a team player in every sense of the word
with her colleagues – always willing to lend a
hand on tasks outside the scope of her job.”
~ David Brink, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Clement Demmitt
Senior Electronics Technician,
Physics
“Clem always has a positive attitude. He never
seems to get upset when things are not working…
He teaches people by example how to
be a true professional.”
~ Suzanne Anderson, Manager, Undergraduate Teaching Labs
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Vikki DeVries
Financial Manager,
Philosophy
“Vikki has been remarkable… in going beyond the
routine to find ways that computerization can assist
in improving a variety of department functions.”
~ June Petersen, MSO
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Maris Dursin
Human Resources Manager,
Extended Studies & Public Programs
“Using a balance of empathy and realism and
providing a safe place to vent if needed, she
is ever focused on a solution that will
benefit the employee and the organization.”
~ Catherine Talley, Director, Human Resources
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
David Evans
Payroll/Personnel Assistant,
Psychology
“Dave is always looking for better, faster more
efficient ways to meet the department’s needs and
serve our faculty, staff and students.”
~ Sue King, Human Resource Manager
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Angie Finnerty
Fiscal Officer,
History
“She is an extraordinary supervisor, caring and
effective, and always kind and genuinely interested
in the welfare of those she supervises.”
~ Alex Ruiz, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Margie Frazee
Director,
MBA Recruitment & Admissions,
Rady School of Management
“Margie has a sense of fun that balances an
exceptional work ethic… Her group clearly
understands and draws on her model in both
their work and their camaraderie.”
~ JoAnne Starr, Assistant Dean, MBA Programs
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Jill Gibson
Associate Director, Special Events
& Constituent Relations,
Rady School of Management
“Her personal commitment to excellence and to details
has built high trust among our donors and guests of
the Rady School.”
~ Graig Eastin, Senior Director of Development
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Kathy Hay
Human Resources Manager,
Division of Biological Sciences
“She insists that the Human Resources contacts… give
exceptional service and ‘walks the walk’ by
consistently providing exceptional customer service
to our students, staff and faculty.”
~ Bouavone Sisanachandeng, Administrative Assistant
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Bunnie Jacquay
Business Services Manager,
Dean's Office, Social Sciences
“Bunnie has succeeded in conveying to the social
sciences staff that they are valued and, furthermore,
that their personal and professional success is
important to campus.”
~ Melody Chiles, Divisional Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Christina Kelly
Program Assistant,
Rady School of Management
“Chris Kelly exhibits the attitudes and behaviors that
managers value… She is very inclusive in her
thoughts and actions, and makes the people she
works with feel part of the team.”
~ Robert Fuller, Director, Entrepreneurial Programs
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Mary Kincaid
Program Administrator,
Chemistry/Biochemistry
“She is both professional and compassionate, and her
attitude towards everyone is exceptional.”
~ Edward Dennis, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Sue King
Human Resource Manager,
Psychology
“Sue’s natural energy is invigorating and motivating…
She brings warmth, intelligence, and humor to her
position, while keeping focused and informed.”
~ V.S. Ramachandran, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Julia Kwan
Chinese Studies Coordinator,
History
“She is, in short, that rare sort of employee who thinks
ahead and thinks in terms of the larger picture and
the interests of the programs and the university.”
~ Yingjin Zhang, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Barbara Lumalu
Student Affairs Officer,
Jacobs School of Engineering
“She naturally possesses a bright, cheerful persona,
and is perhaps best defined by her obvious desire to
work hard and make a difference.”
~ Jeffrey Mounzer, Student Assistant
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Cyndi Macy
Senior Graduate Student
Employment Coordinator,
Office of Graduate Studies & Research
“In a world gone mad with red tape, Cyndi Macy is the
one with the big scissors.”
~ Julie Holt, MSO
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Angela Mason
Program Manager,
San Diego Supercomputer Center
“Ange’s contributions help the UCSD community
connect with one another and with others in the
greater San Diego community.”
~ Debra Bomar, Student Affairs Officer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Ramona Mason
Chief Administrative Officer,
CREATE
“Ramona leads CREATE in a quiet yet firm manner.
Her contributions are so subtle that they are often not
visible.”
~ Bud Mehan, Director
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Gail McNabb
Secretary,
Chemistry/Biochemistry
“Gails’ notable contribution are countless in the
support and assistance she provides to lecturers and
staff here in the Chemistry department.”
~ Barbara Sawrey, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Erwin Milan
Assistant Director, Operations,
Rady School of Management
“He has done an exceptional job of managing costs
while ensuring high quality in the delivery of
services to students.”
~ Karen Garman, Administrative Analyst
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Debbie Morrow
Network Administrator,
Literature
“Generous with her time, she is always ready to help
when called to assist someone be it the Chair, faculty,
staff or graduate students and is infinitely patient
with the technologically challenged.”
~ Lucinda Rubio-Barrick, MSO
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Nathan Owens
Regional Policy Coordinator,
San Diego Dialogue
“Nathan truly values cultural diversity and has
developed strong relationships with many
community organizations.”
~ Shawn Strande, Assistant Dean
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
June Petersen
MSO,
Philosophy
“June has provided a stellar example to her staff in the
fine art of teamwork… She has been an inspiration to
all her staff members to be the same way.”
~ Vikkie DeVries, Administrative Specialist
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Patricia Raczka
Undergraduate Program Director,
Computer Science & Engineering
“Patricia Raczka has exceeded her job duties by
extending her caring assistance to help the CSE
undergraduate faculty.”
~ Susan Marx, Lecturer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Carolyn Rainey
Archives Assistant,
Scripps Archives
“Carolyn Rainey has excellent people skills. She is
warm, chatty, social, and anxious to help everyone.
She is the social glue for our unit.”
~ Deborah Day, SIO Archivist
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Jill Rowe
Financial Manager,
Education Studies
“Jill is consistently enthusiastic when taking on new
projects and applies a high level of professionalism
to all of her work.”
~ Pamela Fruge, MSO
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Carol Schrammel
Program Representative,
CREATE
“She builds community relationships with school,
teachers, parents and students with her kindness, her
helpfulness, her generosity and her optimism.”
~ Sam Patterson, Co-Director, San Diego Area Writing Project
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Pippin Schupbach
Intake Advisor,
Philosophy
“Pippin is absolutely a team player. She brings sparkle
to the department. She has a winning attitude and a
cooperative, helpful spirit.”
~ Catherine Asmann, Student Affairs Officer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Norma Showalter
Assistant to the Chair,
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
“She is thorough, steadfast, and demonstrates an
exceptional level of commitment and service.”
~ Paul Linden, Chair
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Kathleen Sisemore
Lab Assistant,
Division of Biological Sciences
“We’re not nominating her because she does her job –
we think we should recognize her for the
astonishing way she does it.”
~ Joanna Mancusi, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Judith St. Austin
Administrative Assistant,
Physics
“If she doesn’t know the answer, which is rare, she will
investigate the situation and get the correct answer
and respond.”
~ Sunil Sinha, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Frances Stanko
Faculty Assistant,
Rady School of Management
“She not only shares her knowledge with others but
encourages suggestions and full participation from
her peers – the ultimate compliment at work.”
~ Suzanne Patti, Staff Human Resources Manager
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Jenn Stauffer
Principal Public Events Manager,
Music
“To me excellence looks like Jenn Stauffer: intelligent
and inventive supervision; a model of a culture of
hard work and collaboration…”
~ Steven Schick, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Bev Strobl
Executive Assistant to the SVCAA,
Office of the SVC, Academic Affairs
“Bev approaches her positions each day with steadfast
loyalty, integrity, diplomacy, and an incredible work
ethic.”
~ Gillian Hemingway, Chief of Staff
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Martha Swaney
Senior Administrative Analyst,
Office of the SVC, Academic Affairs
“A first-rate team player, she is sensitive to the needs
of others and always willing to share her knowledge
with colleagues who depend upon her for problem
solving.”
~ Amy Rosen, Director, Academic Employee Relations
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Marilu Vallejo
Head, Books & Maps Cataloging,
Geisel Library
“She shares management responsibility for the
department and consistently offers creative solutions,
assistance and encouragement to every group she
works with.”
~ Shirley Higgins, Assistant Head, Metadata Services
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Marybeth Ward
Credentials Evaluator,
Office of Graduate Studies & Research
“Marybeth makes everyone she helps feel special , and
inspires a unique spirit of camaraderie.”
~ April Bjornsen, Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Eric Williamson
Programmer/System Administrator,
Rady School of Management
“He has a strong sense of empathy for his customers
and genuinely care about making their work lives a
little better. His devotion to service the people who
depend on him is authentic and never flags.”
~ Maria Lofftus, Chief of Staff
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Mason Withers
Systems Administrator,
Philosophy
“Mason… doesn’t just solve problems brought to him.
He looks for ways to improve our working
environment.”
~ Eric Watkins, Professor
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer
Irene Xavier
Administrative Assistant,
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
“I can always depend on her professional manner and
personal skills to put the best light on any situation.”
~ Michael Wiskerchen, Academic Administrator
Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer