Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer Nina Anderson Executive Assistant to the Director, San Diego Supercomputer Center “She goes above and beyond what

Academic Affairs 2006 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2006 Star Performer

Nina AndersonNina 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


Catherine AsmannCatherine 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


Robert BeckleyRobert 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


Merritt BradfordMerritt 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


Valorie BruceValorie 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


Gladys BustosGladys 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


Hsiufang ChenHsiufang 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


Brian ChurchwellBrian 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


Nina CooperNina 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


Clement DemmittClement 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


Vikki DeVriesVikki 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


Maris DursinMaris 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


David EvansDavid 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


Angie FinnertyAngie 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


Margie FrazeeMargie 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


Jill GibsonJill 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


Kathy HayKathy 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


Bunnie JacquayBunnie 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


Christina KellyChristina 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


Mary KincaidMary Kincaid

Program Administrator, Chemistry/Biochemistry

“She is both professional and compassionate, and her attitude towards everyone is exceptional.”

~ Edward Dennis, Professor


Sue KingSue 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


Julia KwanJulia 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


Barbara LumaluBarbara 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


Cyndi MacyCyndi Macy

Senior Graduate StudentEmployment 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


Angela MasonAngela 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


Ramona MasonRamona 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


Gail McNabbGail 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


Erwin MilanErwin 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


Debbie MorrowDebbie 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


Nathan OwensNathan 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


June PetersenJune 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


Patricia RaczkaPatricia 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


Carolyn RaineyCarolyn 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


Jill RoweJill 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


Carol SchrammelCarol 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


Pippin SchupbachPippin 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


Norma ShowalterNorma Showalter

Assistant to the Chair, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

“She is thorough, steadfast, and demonstrates an exceptional level of commitment and service.”

~ Paul Linden, Chair


Kathleen SisemoreKathleen 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


Judith St. AustinJudith 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


Frances StankoFrances 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


Jenn StaufferJenn 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


Bev StroblBev 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


Martha SwaneyMartha 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


Marilu VallejoMarilu 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


Marybeth WardMarybeth 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


Eric WilliamsonEric 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


Mason WithersMason 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


Irene XavierIrene 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

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Academic Affairs 2006 Star Performer Nina Anderson Executive Assistant to the Director, San Diego Supercomputer Center “She goes above and beyond what