2006 State Awards for Excellence Winners
NC State, for the second year in row, has a winner at the State level Awards for Excellence Program! All five of 2006 University's Awards for Excellence winners, pictured below, were submitted for nomination on the State level. Denise M. Baker won at the State level in the category of Outstanding State Government Service for her unselfish devotion to the citizens of Mitchell and Yancey counties. As an Area Extension agent (Family & Consumer Sciences), Denise works as a child and family advocate providing families with tools and resources necessary to deal with challenging situations such as, poverty or child neglect and abuse. She's described as a "Champion for Children" because of her commitment to seeking the best or optimal solution to ensure positive outcomes for the families she serves.
Denise will be presented with a certificate signed by the Governor at a formal ceremony to be held on October 16, 2006 at the Museum of History in downtown Raleigh. Thank you Denise for your dedication to excellence, it's a fine example of how NC State is "affecting lives in relevant and powerful ways".
NC State's 2006 Awards for Excellence Winners
From left to right: Linda Daniel (CALS); Bridget Yarborough (Student Affairs); Juan Francisco (Finance & Business);
James L. Oblinger (Chancellor); Denise Baker (CALS); and Krystal Pittman (Student Affairs)
NC State's 2006 Awards for Excellence Winners
Linda R. Daniel
Department of Poultry Science
Research Analyst
Linda has facilitated the development of major therapeutic technologies and the development of web-based methods that enhance faculty productivity. She has done this voluntarily, at her own suggestion, and she often uses her personal time to develop her ideas. Her contributions all speak to the future of the manner in which the university must function -- more efficiently with the use of fewer resources. She has also served as our Departmental SPA representative to the Department Head and has been proactive in helping implement measures to protect the safety and security of individuals and university resources.
Juan Francisco
University Housekeeping
Administrator
Juan defies what is considered status quo and looks outside the box, constantly seeking and finding solutions and answers that so many employees never find. Juan's selfless act of helping wherever needed has enabled him to assist in translating for numerous employees, supervisor and other unit personnel. Juan has bridged the communication gap when translators were in short supply and saved the unit hundreds of dollars in translation fees. Juan is a champion in the arena of identifying and remedying mold. During a carpet cleaning training exercise, Juan observed some employees were leaving an unhealthy amount of water while cleaning the carpet. Without hesitation, he conducted training sessions with all his employees and demonstrated the correct extraction method to reduce the proliferation of mold. His effort resulted in improved indoor air quality, increase carpet lifespan, and carpet replacement funds retention. Congratulations Juan.
Krystal Renee Pittman
Student Publications Office
Business Manager
As the Business Manager for Student Media, Krystal Pittman is a dedicated staff member, a great mentor to students and an outstanding human being. Her selfless leadership style has transformed the culture of the Student Media business office. Students, colleagues and customers respect her for her willingness to always lend a helping hand and for her dedication to the students with whom she works. She is a strong asset to the Student Media team and is very deserving of this great honor.
Bridget V. Yarborough
University Career Center
Recruiting Manager
The entire staff of the University Career Center nominated Bridget Yarborough for the University Awards for Excellence. As the Recruiting Manager, Bridget subscribes wholeheartedly to the Division of Student Affair's motto, "Students First". The motto is truly Bridget's compass. It guides her in the big picture as it does in the details and she is a master at both. Her commitment to this core value mixed with her consummate professionalism, integrity, and kindness. makes her a shining star at the University Career Center, the University, and with employers across the nation.
