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Staff Development

Student Life Divisional Award Recipients

Mission Excellence Award

  • Amy Nichols, Communications and External Engagement (2024)
  • David Blair, Veteran and Military Affairs (2023)
  • Hillary Hardie, Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services (2022)
  • Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (2021)
  • BRIDGE Team, First Year Experience and Retention Initiatives (2020)
  • Paul Wright, Student Media (2019)
  • Adam Sterritt, Student Life (2018)
  • Rosalind Moore-Miller, Student Involvement (2017)
  • Zoe Winston, Women and Gender Resource Center (2016)

Harry J. Knopke Award for Meritorious Service

  • Anna McJenkin, Office of the Vice President (2024)
  • Allison Reed, Housing and Residential Communities (2023)
  • Russ Lamoureux, University Programs (2022)
  • Rob Hall, University Recreation (2021)
  • Angel Narvaez-Lugo, Fraternity and Sorority Life (2020)
  • April Sanders, The University of Alabama Student Center (2019)
  • Barbara Grimes, Center for Service and Leadership (2018)
  • Pam Smelser, Housing and Residential Communities (2017)
  • Cathy Walters-Hewett, Housing and Residential Communities (2016)
  • April Sanders, The University of Alabama Student Center (2015)
  • Candace Peters, Blackburn Institute (2015)
  • Marc P. Knight, Housing and Residential Communities (2014)
  • Jesse King, First Year Experience and Parent Programs (2013)
  • Pam McCarley, University Recreation (2012)
  • Ellen Price, Housing and Residential Communities (2011)
  • Charlotte Hewitt, Housing and Residential Communities (2010)
  • Jamie Joiner, University Recreation (2009)
  • Carolyn Fulmer, Student Government Association (2008)
  • Julie Davis, Career Center (2007)
  • Susan Wright (2006)
  • Charlotte Cade, University Recreation (2005)
  • Regina Stapleton, Residential Life (2004)
  • Amy Foster, Student Media (2003)
  • Patsy Nowell (2002)
  • Shayonna Stines, Student Health Center (2001)
  • Virginia “Ginny” Branyon, Dean of Students (2000)
  • Nora Windle, Residential Life (1999)
  • Glenda Elmore, Housing and Residential Communities (1998)
  • Quida McCarter, Housing Maintenance (1997)
  • Audrey Hartley, Student Government Association (1996)

John L. “Jack” Baier Award for Meritorious Service

  • Kait Webster, Housing and Residential Communities (2024)
  • Brenda Hall, University Recreation (2023)
  • Dana Williams, Student Care and Wellbeing (2022)
  • Paige Acker, University Programs (2021)
  • Zack Tolbert, University Recreation (2020)
  • Jackie Northrup, Women and Gender Resource Center (2019)
  • Christy Moody, Student Life Communications (2018)
  • David Blair, Veteran and Military Affairs (2017)
  • Maureen Flint, Housing and Residential Communities (2016)
  • Paul D. Wright, Student Media (2015)
  • Litsa Orban, First Year Experience and Parent Programs (2014)
  • Melissa Kish, University Recreation (2013)
  • Paula Perry, Judicial Affairs (2012)
  • Lance Haynie, University Recreation (2011)
  • Jill Satcher, Judicial Affairs (2010)
  • Lee Keyes, Counseling Center (2009)
  • Alicia Browne, Housing and Residential Communities (2008)
  • Sherrelle Hudson, Student Development (2007)
  • Jennifer Turner, Counseling Center (2006)
  • Tom Strong, Dean of Students (2005)
  • Jill Tappen, University Recreation (2004)
  • Mark Foster, Judicial Affairs (2003)
  • Jeff Armstrong, Student Health Center (2002)
  • John Galaznik, Student Health Center (2001)
  • Susan Lott, Career Center (2000)
  • Joe Ann Wheeler, Student Health Center (1999)
  • Lisa Brister, Residential Life (1998)
  • Elaine Globetti, Student Life (1997)
  • William “Dale” Taylor, Housing and Residential Communities (1997)
  • Richard Livingston, Center for Teaching and Learning (1996)

Outstanding Student Award

  • Tre Turner (2024, undergraduate)
  • Molly McAllister (2024, graduate)
  • Cayleigh Depriest (2024, volunteer)
  • Ashton Jah (2023, undergraduate)
  • Banks Church (2023, graduate)
  • Mary Brett Robinson (2023, volunteer)
  • Brekeese Pierce (2022, undergraduate)
  • Christina Scott and Michael Collins (2022, graduate)
  • Hannah Menard (2022, volunteer)
  • Perry Charles (2021, undergraduate)
  • Julie Ehlert (2021, graduate)
  • Abigail Aron (2021, volunteer)
  • Rachel Iselin (2020, undergraduate)
  • Caela Rhea (2020, graduate)
  • Cokie Thompson (2019, graduate)
  • Kaitlyn Paez (2019, undergraduate)
  • Jade Teel (2019, undergraduate)
  • Chris McGee (2018)
  • Jarrod Stisher (2018)
  • Carrie West (2018)
  • Bailey Chandler (2017)
  • Sarah Urbanski (2017)
  • Phillip Sullivan (2016)
  • Jared Pacileo (2016)
  • Michael “Butch” Hallmark (2015)
  • Elizabeth McDonald (2015)
  • Landon Nichols (2015)
  • Eric Patterson (2015)
  • Maureen Flint (2014)
  • Katelyn Graham (2014)
  • Zach Watson (2014)
  • Logan Franks (2013)
  • Alex Davenport (2013)
  • Christine Hackman (2012)
  • Jennifer Nichols (2012)
  • Robin Sullivan (2012)
  • Derek DeBruin (2011)
  • Beth Eubanks (2011)
  • L.J. Moore (2010)
  • Matt DeMonbrun (2010)
  • Jessica Simmons (2009)
  • Laura Medders (2009)
  • Rebecca Ward (2008)
  • Christian Smith (2008)
  • Cassie Edwards (2008)
  • Becky Reamey (2007)
  • Jerrod Bowman (2007)
  • Jonathan Adams (2007)
  • Denny Bubrig (2006)
  • Mark Leech (2006)
  • Jason Curtis (2005)
  • Erin Green (2005)

Molly Lawrence Award

  • Tonya Jenkins, Career Center (2024)
  • Counseling Center (2023)
  • Mary Lowrey, Career Center (2022)
  • Amy Bramlett, Career Center (2021)
  • Tawanna Brown, Parent and Family Programs (2020)

Penny Allen Award

  • Kathleen Duffy, Fraternity and Sorority Life (2024)
  • Kristen Dubose (2022)
  • Jane Batson (2021)
  • Dr. Matthew Kerch (2020)
  • Courtney Thomas (2019)
  • Ana Schuber (2018)
  • Victoria Peeples (2017)
  • Melvin Lewis (2016)
  • Pamela Pruitt (2015)

Sybil R. Todd Award for Excellence in Partnerships

  • International Student Scholars Services (2024)
  • Adapted Athletics (2023)
  • Black Faculty and Staff Association (2022)
  • Steve Swofford (Alabama Credit Union), Lisa McKinney (Culverhouse School of Accountancy), Latrisa Pugh (Culverhouse College of Business), and Kristy Pritchett (Student Account Services) (2021)
  • Olivia Ann Hodges and Mallori Hudgins, UA Social Media (2020)
  • UA Academic Advisors Association, Cathy Elliott and Alyson Jarnigan (2019)
  • Paige Bolden, Crossroads Community Engagement Center (2018)
  • The University of Alabama Community Oriented Policing Program (2017)
  • Chris D’Esposito and Nick Frenz, UA Transportation Services (2016)
  • Bob Pugh and Wade Bond, UA’s Office of Risk Management (2015)
  • Lane McLelland, Crossroads Community Center (2014)
  • One Team. One Bama. and Athletics Marketing (2013)
  • OIT Elections Team (2012)
  • The University of Alabama Police Department (2011)
  • Carl Bacon, The University of Alabama Student Center (2010)
  • Judge Madeline Hollingworth (2009)
  • Week of Welcome Team (2008)
  • Mark Don and Kelley Whitman, ESS Vote (2007)
  • Lt. Connie Lee, Community Orienting Police (2006)
  • Campus Ministries (2005)
  • Kathleen Cramer, Office of the VP for Student Affairs (2004)
  • Tim Hebson, Judicial Affairs/Neighborhood Partnerships (2004)
  • Bill and Linda Hankins, Presidents, Alabama Parents Association (2003)

Meritorious Service Award

  • Tiffany Goodin, Career Center (2015)
  • Angelia Kimbrell, Women and Gender Resource Center (2015)
  • Sheri Tillie, Career Center (2014)
  • Candace Peters, Blackburn Institute (2013)
  • Darrell Hargreaves, University Recreation (2013)
  • Kelli Knox-Hall, The University of Alabama Center Student Union (2013)
  • LaToya Scott, University Programs (2013)
  • Amanda Ingram, Housing and Residential Communities (2012)
  • John Jackson, University Recreation (2012)
  • David Blair, Veterna and Military Affairs (2012)
  • Kristen Durham, University Recreation (2011)
  • David Jones, Housing and Residential Communities (2011)
  • Bobby Smith, Counseling Center (2011)
  • Carol Duncan, Office of the Vice President (2010)
  • Barbara Green, Housing and Residential Communities (2010)
  • Pam Smelser, Housing and Residential Communities (2009)
  • Josh Burford (Community Service Center) (2009)
  • Derrick Taff, University Recreation (2008)
  • Judy Strickland, Housing and Residential Communities (2008)
  • Brenda Porter, Career Center (2008)
  • Melissa Medlin, Women’s Resource Center (2008)
  • Angela Kelley, Career Center (2007)
  • Cathy Morris, Housing and Residential Communities (2007)
  • Dianne Stevens, Parent and Family Programs (2007)
  • Donald Malone, Web Development (2007)
  • Elle Shaaban-Magana, Women’s Resource Center (2007)
  • Mary Loyd Lowrey, Career Center (2007)
  • Susan Caples, The University of Alabama Student Center (2006)
  • Scott Harper (2006)
  • Carolyn Fulmer, Student Government Association (2006)
  • Megann Bates, Community Service Center (2006)
  • Laura Dotson, Student Affairs (2006)
  • Chris Cribbs, Housing and Residential Communities (2005)
  • Mary Loyd Lowrey, Career Center (2005)
  • Jennifer Nichols, The University of Alabama Student Center (2005)
  • Ed Reed, University Recreation/Aquatic Center (2005)
  • Paul Wright,Student Media (2005)
  • Brandi Lamon, Leadership Development (2004)
  • Cathy Morris, Residential Life (2004)
  • Jr. King, Residential Life (2004)
  • Dave Crutchfield, University Recreation (2004)
  • Gwen Little, University Programs (2004)
  • Katrina Smelley, Dean of Students (2004)
  • Randy Davis, The University of Alabama Student Center (2004)
  • Susan Cowels, Career Center (2004)
  • Shelley Friesz, Leadership Development (2003)
  • Todd Borst, Dean of Students (2003)
  • Paula Perry, Dean of Students (2003)
  • Kalindy Moncrief-Wade, Residential Life (2003)
  • Linda Daniel, Residential Life (2003)
  • Jill Tappen, University Recreation (2003)
  • Wanda Butler, University Recreation (2003)
  • April Sanders, The University of Alabama Student Center (2003)
  • Tom Hardy, Residential Life (2003)
  • Denise Morrison, Student Health Center (2002)
  • Sharon Hamner, Student Health Center (2002)
  • Doris Tate, Dean of Students (2002)
  • Stephanie Wilkins, University Recreation (2002)
  • Charlotte Hewitt, Residential Life (2002)
  • Kate Etheridge, Residential Life (2002)
  • Donnie Jackson, The University of Alabama Student Center (2002)
  • Tracy Bolling, Residential Life (2001)
  • Cynthia Springer, Dean of Students (2001)
  • Rosie Jones, The University of Alabama Student Center (2001)
  • Delynne Wilcox, Student Health Center (2001)
  • Jeff Hall, University Recreation (2001)
  • John Dickerson, Residential Life (2001)
  • Patricia Goodman, Student Health Center (2000)
  • Scott “Andy” Beville, University Recreation (2000)
  • Laura Dotson, Office of the VP for Student Affairs (2000)
  • Mark Foster, Judicial Affairs (2000)
  • Carl Bacon, The University of Alabama Student Center (2000)
  • Stacy Jones, Student Media (2000)
  • Charles “Jr.” King, Residential Life (2000)
  • Valerie Phillips, Community Service Center (2000)
  • Earline Ellis, Student Health Center (2000)
  • Joe Ann Wheeler, Student Health Center (1999)
  • Nora Windle, Residential Life (1999)
  • Charlotte Cade, University Recreation (1999)
  • Bill Williamson, Student Life and Services (1999)
  • Lisa Brister, Housing and Residential Communities (1998)
  • John Galaznik, Student Health Center (1998)
  • Bill Boozer, University Recreation (1998)
  • Brenda Horton, Administrative Services (1998)
  • Bonnie Miller, Student Life (1998)
  • Dana Fisher, Career Center (1998)
  • Glenda Elmore, Housing and Residential Communities (1998)
  • Helen Leathers, Student Financial Services (1997)
  • Theresa Hyche, CCET (1997)
  • Elaine Globetti, Student Life (1997)
  • Brenda Porter, Career Center (1997)
  • Tonya Nail, Housing and Residential Communities (1997)
  • Wanda Butler, University Recreation (1997)
  • David Freeman, Housing Maintenance (1997)
  • Quida McCarter, Housing Maintenance (1997)
  • Joel Mask, Student Media (1997)
  • Beverly Kellen, Student Health Services (1997)
  • Traci Watkins, Housing and Residential Communities (1996)
  • Addolorata “Dee” Sullivan, Student Financial Aid (1996)
  • Ann Creedon, CCET (1996)
  • Elizabeth W. Crawford, Student Health Center (1996)
  • Sherry Gaddy, University Recreation (1996)
  • Michael Harman, Student Life (1996)
  • Alisa Martin, Bama Dining (1996)
  • Ralda Scharstein, Student Media (1996)
  • Sandra Poe (1995)
  • Audrey Poe (1995)
  • Russell King (1995)
  • Sally Barger (1995)
  • Teannie Yow (1995)

Special Recognition

  • Gene Holcomb, Keon Allen and Margaret Barrett; Environmental Health and Safety (2021)

Hero Award

  • Elaine Globetti, Judicial Affairs (2002)
  • Tom Strong, Dean of Students (2001)

Emerging Professional Award

  • Byron Mincey, The University of Alabama Student Center (2024)
  • Nathan Holtz, University Recreation (2023)