Ginger Hoppa, proctor for Disability Services, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for March.
The individual nominating Ginger stated: "Ginger has worked within Disability Services for the past four academic years. She gladly attends professional development opportunities, including EDI trainings, and extends her knowledge by attending trainings to understand the overall goals and vision of a Disability Services program. She has a deep commitment to working with disabled students.
"As the testing coordinator, Ginger has a great deal of logistical information to coordinate to ensure students receive their accommodations and have a stress-reduced experience. She goes above and beyond to assist students and ensures the testing environment has a calm presence. She reaches out when she notices a student may be experiencing challenges during testing. Ginger's caring presence makes the testing center a positive experience for students.
"Ginger never hesitates to assist co-workers in their roles and is always ready to take on an extra project. She is great at acknowledging special accomplishments of students and co-workers. She greets everyone with a smile and kind word.
"Ginger loves her job. It is great to have a co-worker who enjoys showing up for a new day in the office and is aware of the positive impact her work has for those who utilize DS resources."
Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 19th year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.
