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June 17 | 10 a.m.
Staff Appreciation and Years of Service Celebration
Ceremony in Musco Center for the Arts
Your ticket provides entry into a luncheon, immediately following the ceremony on
Aitken Arts Plaza.
NOMINATIONS DUE MAY 8
Special-Recognition Awards
In 2026, Chapman is
presenting
several
special-recognition awards to recognize
staff for their
extraordinary contributions
to the university
.
Two of the awards – Spirit of Chapman and Rising Star – will invite nominations for
consideration.
Nominations should map clearly to the criteria outlined below.
In an effort to
encourage
a culture of recognizing one another,
self-nominations will not be accepted.
Recognizing Institutional Impact
President’s Award
The President’s Award honors a staff member or administrator whose work has made a
significant and lasting contribution to the university. Recipients
demonstrate
exceptional leadership, initiative, and innovation that advance institutional priorities
and enhance the effectiveness of programs, services, or operations.
Recognizing Community and Values
The Spirit of Chapman Award
The Spirit of Chapman Award recognizes a staff member or administrator who exemplifies
the values, culture, and collaborative spirit of the university. Recipients help foster
a positive campus environment and demonstrate dedication to supporting students, colleagues,
and the broader university community.
Selection criteria include:
Demonstrating extraordinary pride and commitment to the university community
Supporting and enhancing the student experience
Fostering collaboration and strong relationships across campus
Promoting a positive and supportive workplace culture
NOTE: Submit nominations by the May 8 deadline.
Nominate a Colleague
Recognizing Emerging Talent
Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award honors a staff member or administrator early in their career
at the university who has shown exceptional promise and impact in advancing the institution’s
mission. This recognition is typically awarded to individuals within their first 2-5
years at the university.
Selection criteria include:
Strong performance and initiative in their role
Creative problem-solving and contributions to improving programs or services
Demonstrated leadership potential
Commitment to supporting students and colleagues
NOTE: Submit nominations by the May 8 deadline.
Nominate a Colleague
Recognizing Exceptional Contributions
Excellence in Divisions
Four Divisional Awards will honor staff in each of the university’s divisions who
have
demonstrated
exemplary service. Recipients consistently contribute to the success of their division
through excellence in their work, strong collaboration, and meaningful impact aligned
with university priorities.
Years-of-Service Honorees
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Celebrating 5 Years of Service
Miguel Calderon | Dean of Students
Veronica Clanton-Higgins | Student Psychological Counseling Services
Tomas Dominik | Psychology
Gabrielle Leveratto | Athletics
Kimberly Muth | Office of Research
Jill Perez | Attallah College of Educational Studies
Diana Rios | Wellness Center
Albert Su | Office of General Counsel
Albert Vasquez | Risk Management
Andrew Weinberg | Event Operations
Catherine Woodward | Admissions
Celebrating 10 Years of Service
Emily Belote | Residence Life
Erin Berthon | Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Gabriela Castaneda | First-Generation and Promising Futures
Kimlan Choi | Budget Office
Arturo Covert-Ortiz | Student Financial Aid Office
Justin Cruz | Law Admissions
Alex Hart | Residence Life
David Hernandez | Information Systems & Programming
Kendra Leak | Psychology
Bryan Mateik | University Services
Karla Monterrey | Student Engagement
Robert Reade | College of Performing Arts
Kayla Richardson | Fowler School of Engineering
Helen Sahli | School of Pharmacy
Fiona Lindsay Shen | Art Collections
Sabrina Simmons | Law Library
Phillip Stella | Information Systems & Programming
Seiyua Tang | Musco Center Central Production
Dominic Trinh | Attallah College of Educational Studies
Kimberly Whitlock | Information Systems and Technology
Barron Williams | Client Services
Nashaunda Williams | Human Resources
Celebrating 15 Years of Service
Yesenia Castillo | Human Resources
Allison DeVries | Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Bao Ngo | Human Resources
Philip Oliva | Client Services
Justin Ringor | Faculty Affairs Administration
Richard Turner | Facilities Management
John Van Buren | Finance
James Wayne | Facilities Management
James Whitaker | Student Financial Aid Office
Celebrating 20 Years of Service
Ponh King | Networking
Justin Koppelman | Student Engagement
Christina Marshall | President's Office
Vincent Medina | Facilities Management
Susilo Nugroho | Client Services
Michelle Sypinero | Information Security
Celebrating 25 Years of Service
Crystal Barney | Budget Office
Gregory Fisher | Computing Services
Daniel Hoyte | Leatherby Libraries
Kevin Ross | Leatherby Libraries
Andrew Valbuena | Leatherby Libraries
Celebrating 30 Years of Service
Briana Bohn | Leatherby Libraries
Kathleen Clark | Graduate Financial Aid
Suk Bae Kim | University Services
Patrick Rausch | Purchasing
Jennifer Swindell | Student Financial Aid Office
Celebrating 35 Years of Service
Gloria Orozco | Admissions
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