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Shout Outs

Welcome to the 黑料社区Shout Out Page. The Staff Senate has established this page to foster the morale of EIU employees and cultivate a positive campus atmosphere. Shout Outs serve as public expressions of gratitude and recognition, allowing us to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of individuals, departments, and others on a daily basis.

We encourage you to utilize the Shout Out submission form to appreciate and commend your colleagues. To create a Shout Out, simply click on the 'Make a Shout Out' tab and log in. Once your Shout Out is submitted, a moderator will review it and proudly display your submission on the Shout Out page.

The Staff Senate at 黑料社区is currently rewarding eligible employees who receive a Shout Out with one $10 EIU Food Court gift card per fiscal year (effective July 1, 2024).

Eligible EIU employees who received a $10 EIU Food Court gift card with a Shout Out must redeem those cards by the expiration date of May 31, 2025. Enjoy up to $10 off your next one-time purchase at the University Food Court; card must be surrendered during time of purchase.

This page is dedicated to the memory of UPD Officer Harold Harris.

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Chris Carter got a shoutout from Amanda Repp! Apr 27, 2026

Thank you Chris for coming to work on my office windows. The window caulking has made a tremendous difference!

Benjamin Shanks got a shoutout from Heidi Larson! Apr 27, 2026

Thank you, Ben, for volunteering for the Transfer Connection Orientation. Your ability to connect with future Panthers, give your time, and your willingness to continue helping make EIU a community for all is inspiring and greatly appreciated. Your support makes a meaningful difference, and we are grateful for your commitment to our students and campus community.

Karla Drum got a shoutout from Catrina Stanley! Apr 27, 2026

Huge thank you to Karla for coming to the rescue with a couple of special diet meals, even when finding out they were needed five minutes before dinner! Her care and cooperation, per usual, were top notch!

Benjamen Rienbolt got a shoutout! Apr 25, 2026

Ben is an amazing advisor for many of our international students on campus. He has been working the last few weeks to make Holi special and it paid off, even with the weather. Our team wouldn鈥檛 be the same without Ben!

Jessica Hills got a shoutout! Apr 24, 2026

Jessica is so knowledgable about everything to do with administration and record-keeping, and she's always willing to share her wisdom with those of us who are learning. No matter how many times I ask the same kind of question, she answers patiently and with a smile. I'm so grateful to have her as a colleague!

Bradley Pearson got a shoutout from Robert Zerbst! Apr 24, 2026

Brad, is a key player in achieving team goals through consistent, high-quality work while projecting a upbeat attitude. Very appreciated while team are off. Thank you.

Debora Timmons got a shoutout from Robert Zerbst! Apr 24, 2026

Debbie continuously goes out of her way to help out and get mail to correct locations. A package was miss labeled and delivered. She researched and solved where it belongs.

Benjamin Merry got a shoutout from Erik Oslawski! Apr 24, 2026

I would like to express my appreciation for the helpfulness you have demonstrated since joining the help desk. We are particularly grateful for your assistance with Microsoft MFA.


Really appreciate the effort you put in and the positive attitude you bring to the team.

Steph Knicley got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Apr 23, 2026

Thank you so much Steph, for all your continued help to the TLF Department. We appreciate you!

Chad Franks got a shoutout from Myra Taylor! Apr 23, 2026

Another terrific job on the Graduate Journal and Ceremony program! I heard so many compliments at the awards event on both! Thank you for all of your work and dedication to ensure sure everything was perfect. Looking forward to collaborating next year!

Bonita Flynn got a shoutout from Myra Taylor! Apr 23, 2026

As always, you came through for the me (and the Graduate School) with what I thought would be an impossible ask. Your hard work, and ability never cease to amaze me. Next year is the year we submit our print requests with several days to spare, I swear! :-)

Emily Hall got a shoutout from Myra Taylor! Apr 23, 2026

The Graduate School events would not have went as smoothly as they did if it weren't for your help, tenacity and hard work! Thank you so much for being so proactive, helping keep things straight, and never shying away from a task. You da bomb!

Jennifer Sipes got a shoutout from Myra Taylor! Apr 23, 2026

Thank you so much for all you did for me during the University Research Day events. You truly went above and beyond to help a colleague!!

Misty Kiser got a shoutout from Myra Taylor! Apr 23, 2026

Your preparedness, attentiveness to detail, thoughtful ideas, and willingness to change things last minute, helped make the Graduate School's multiple events on University Research Day flow so smoothly!! Thank you, Misty, for your kindness, patience, and terrific "we can make this happen" attitude.

Bradley Green got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Apr 23, 2026

Once again, Brad has been invaluable to our TLF team this week. We appreciate you and all you do to help our department and in turn our students. Many thanks to Brad for sharing his expertise, knowledge, and service!

Edward Taylor got a shoutout! Apr 23, 2026

Huge thanks to Ed Taylor for the outstanding painting work. The space looks amazing鈥攃learly in the hands of a pro and great sense of humor to match. We appreciate you! Keep up the great work!

Stacey Knight-Davis got a shoutout from Bonnie Laughlin-Schultz! Apr 23, 2026

Thanks to Stacey for getting all of my students set up in the e-classroom and ensuring that they were able to teach their lessons successfully. We had to move over to the e-classroom last minute and she really stepped in and saved the day!

Ian Wynn got a shoutout! Apr 23, 2026

Thank you Ian for responding so quickly to HR's request. We appreciate you, what you do, and explanations!

Kirstin Duffin got a shoutout from Katherine Lewandowski! Apr 21, 2026

Thanks for the work you do to support Geology-Geography. We appreciate you.

Michele McDaniel got a shoutout from Katherine Lewandowski! Apr 21, 2026

Thanks for her support of the science teacher licensure students. She gave us a tour of the Ballenger Teacher Center early in the semester and is always very helpful.

Crystal Brown got a shoutout! Apr 20, 2026

Crystal did a great job coordinating and executing Panther Service Day. She had a small group on Friday and a group of 88+ on Saturday that went to different locatons across Charleston and Mattoon. The hours put in by your staff and the student volunteers truly make a difference at EIU and in our Coles County community!

Madison Veatch got a shoutout! Apr 17, 2026

Shoutout to Madison for all her hard work in planning and implementing the Panther Leadership Awards last weekend! She is a rockstar graduate assistant and works her magic to make everything come to life! The OLE and our students are lucky to have her!

Ariel Taylor got a shoutout! Apr 17, 2026

I wanted to give a shoutout to Ariel for a successful Greek Week last week! On top of her role in the FSL Office, she has also stepped up to assist with New Student and Family Programs. She is a true rockstar and deserves to be recognized! Our campus is better because of her hard work!

Nathan Wehr got a shoutout! Apr 17, 2026

I wanted to give a shoutout to Nathan and his Fraternity & Sorority Life team for having a successful Greek Week! They brought current Greek members and Alumni together for an eventful weekend which was the icing on the cake. Kudos to you all!

Becky Shew got a shoutout! Apr 17, 2026

A long-distance Shoutout from an out-of-state annuitant for Becky Shew of Tech Support. Her patient guidance through the process of migration from Duo Security to Microsoft MFA is appreciated greatly. Also, providing helpful pictures and specs of the type of Yubikey and adapters needed for my older desktop made the transition easier for this low-tech retiree. Thanks so much!

From Jim Slavik

Jennifer Porter got a shoutout from Lynn Griesemer! Apr 14, 2026

Thank you, Jennifer. You are always so helpful and gracious when I call you with a Banner issue. I appreciate your willingness to help me!

Danny Gourley Fischer got a shoutout from Lynn Griesemer! Apr 14, 2026

Danny, thank you for always taking the time to help me when I'm struggling with Banner or the multitude of other programs I have to interact with on a daily basis. I appreciate you!

Bridget Delorenzo got a shoutout from Jessica Cobert! Apr 10, 2026

Thank you for holding down the fort at the check in station during the counseling clinic suicide prevention conference. You have been so appreciated.

Kaitlyn Catalano got a shoutout from Jessica Cobert! Apr 10, 2026

Kaitlyn brought so many relaxing items, seats, lights and more to help support our regulation room at the suicide prevention conference today. Then she stayed all day to help support. You are awesome.

Sarah Jacobs got a shoutout from Jessica Cobert! Apr 10, 2026

Thanks Sarah for the food drop off for myself and all those that helped with our conference today. You really are a team player. So appreciated!

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