University of Minnesota Morris faculty and staff members were honored at the annual Recognition Dinner on Tuesday, April 23. Hosted by Chancellor Janet Schrunk Ericksen, the event provided the campus community a chance to congratulate faculty and staff award recipients and to thank retirees for their service to the campus.
AWARD WINNERS
University of Minnesota Morris Alumni Association Teaching Award
Steve Burks, professor of economics
John Tate Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising
Keni Zenner, learning assistant coordinator in the Student Success Center and TRIO Student Support Services
Morris Academic Staff Award
Emily Johnson, coordinator of First Year Experience
Fulbright Distinguished Scholar award: Laszlo Orscagh Distinguished Award in American Studies
Michael Lackey, professor of English
Obama Institute for Transnational American Studies: Obama Fellowship
Michael Lackey, professor of English
Bill and Ida Stewart Award for Racial Justice Advocacy
Colter Combellick ‘14, counselor
Sarah Eckel ‘09, community program assistant
Elliot James, associate professor, history
Shaina Philpot, associate director, Native American Student Success
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Award
Heather Peters, Associate Professor of Psychology
Community Engagement Award
Heather Peters, Associate Professor of Psychology
Mary Martelle Memorial Award
Rob Velde, Public Safety director
Minnesota Campus Compact Awards: Faculty/Staff Community Engagement
Heather Peters, associate professor of psychology
Outstanding Support Staff Awards
AFSCME Recipient
Laura Burks - Principal Office and Administrative Specialist - Division of Social Science and the Dean’s Office
Civil Service Recipient
Megan Welle - Assistant to the Campus Police Chief - Campus Safety
Teamster Recipient
JoAnn Lonergan - Building and Grounds Worker - Facilities Management
RETIREES
- Steve Burks, professor of economics
- Ray Lagasse, assistant director, International Student Programs
- Julia Dabbs, professor of art history
- Dee Hoffman, senior buildings and grounds worker
- Mike Kopel, senior gardener and vehicle mechanic
- Rosa Quinto, dining hall food service worker
- Jill Beauregard, director of Financial Aid
- John Mullin, plumber
- Dave Varnum, building and grounds worker
Retirees were welcomed into the UMN Morris Retirees Association (UMMRA). Learn more at ummra.morris.umn.edu.