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OMAHA, Neb. – ���߲���Ƶ (CSM) faculty, staff and students received awards during the annual Recognition Day.��

Recognition was given for faculty, staff and student contributions to CSM, leadership in student organizations, faculty and staff excellence and years of service.��

“Each and every one of you has contributed to making ���߲���Ƶ a better, more inspiring place to be. The values of inclusivity, excellence and acceptance are essential to fostering a close-knit community, and we believe these qualities are a true strength of what it means to be a part of CSM,” said Jessica Tienda, student senator and chair of the community outreach committee.��

The Job Well Done awards are given to a staff and faculty member and a student. Student Senate nominates and votes for each award recipient, who is being celebrated for their exceptional contributions to CSM.��

“Your efforts are what make this campus the outstanding community it is today. You’ve all played an integral part in fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging,” said Jennifer Opara, student senator.��

Student Leadership awards recognize student organizations and those within student organizations who demonstrate outstanding leadership.��

“Involvement in student organizations develop well-rounded, emotionally intelligent, kind leaders,” said Marisa Mathews, director of student leadership and inclusive programming. “You learn about other cultures and identities. You connect with your peers and form study groups. You build community by watching a movie together and crafting after a long day of academic rigor. You become someone who makes a difference — even when nobody’s grading you for it.”��

The Inspiring Excellence awards are given to faculty and staff who lead with purpose and create space for students and colleagues to grow and thrive. Recipients are nominated by their peers and selected by the leadership cabinet.����

“These honorees show us what it means to lead with curiosity, purpose and a commitment to meaningful change,” said President Heather Smith. “Today, we celebrate their impact—and recognize the true excellence they bring to our campus each and every day.”��

Recognition Day Award Recipients��

Job Well Done Award, Fall 2024��

Rhonda Wilder, lead food service worker

Jennifer Reed-Bouley, director of Theology Program��

Angie Washington, student��

Job Well Done Award, Spring 2025��

Terri Campbell, vice president of Alumni and Donor Relations��

Kaitlyn Vogt, assistant professor of nursing��

Autumn Neale, student��

Student Leadership Awards��

Outstanding Advisor��

Jolene Salt, advisor for the Pre-Physician Assistant Organization��

Outstanding Executive��

Valerie Ramirez, executive for the Asian/Asian American Pacific Islander Student Organization��

Outstanding Student Organization��

Honorable African and African American Leadership Organization (HAAALO)��

Inspiring Excellence Awards��

Faculty��

Shamra Lundeen, director of Practical Nursing Certificate program��

Tara Ruppert, director of Occupational Therapy Doctorate program��

Staff��

Sarah Hamik, assistant dean of Student Success��

Mary Barber, senior administrative assistant for Academic Affairs��

Years of Service��

20 years��

Jeff��Spencer, director of Arts Program��

15 years��

Pamela Humphrey, associate vice president of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness��

Susanne Miller, director of Legal Studies Program��

Steven Westenbroek, director of Ancillary Services��

10 years��

Carolyn Bray, head softball coach��

Britiany Daugherty, associate registrar��

Whitney Merz, associate professor of occupational therapy��

Kristi Preisman, director of Doctor of Education Program��

Barbara Treadway, assistant dean of Student Life��

Joshua Walter, general maintenance/painter��

Five years��

Kimberly Allen, vice president of Academic and Student Affairs��

Lori Boyle, residence hall director��

Molly Brost, associate professor of English��

Nicole Chipy, assistant professor of occupational therapy��

Monica��Dial, assistant professor of physical therapy��

Shamra Lundeen, director of Practical Nursing Certificate Program��

Anne Mejia-Downs, associate professor of physical therapy��

Jesús Ramirez, director of Spanish and Interpreting Program��

Shannon Richardson, assistant professor of physical therapy��

Diane Wrisley, professor of physical therapy, director of research