Kindness Champions Archives

Positive, Smiling, Tenderhearted and Always There for Department-Allison is a wonderful lady. The students whom she teaches appreciate her style and learn well. She has a heart of understanding and is gracious to everyone from the Dean to the Administrative staff. She happily picks up an extra class. She approves overrides for students who need to get into her lectures. Allison always has a moment to listen and give a word of encouragement or a sharp-witted comment to make one laugh. She is truly the Psychology Kindness Champion and I think a trophy is in order.

A Servant’s Heart-Robert is one of the sincerest and kind people I have met. I had the opportunity to work with Robert while I was employed as a contractor for NOAA and the National Water Center. Robert, as a UA employee, helped the entire building by working with UA facilities to ensure that the National Water Center was functioning at full capacity. If there was a problem with anything, he was always willing to jump in and help – even when it may not have been his exact area of expertise. This past year has been a difficult one, as we lost a UA colleague, Mara Suter. Even though I knew Robert was deeply grieved for the loss of his friend and mentor, he never let that stop his positive attitude and willingness to help. Robert is truly a treasure, and UA is blessed to have him working on Campus. Thank you, Robert, for being my friend during my time at the NWC! It was an honor and privilege to work with you, and an even greater joy to call you friend. Blessings to you and thank you for everything you have done for me! Your friend, Amber Lucas

Sheri is such a joy-Sheri is such a joy to have in our office! She is always smiling, humming songs, and radiates happiness and positivity every day. She is always willing to lend a helping hand to whomever is in need. She is the true definition of a Kindness Champion!

Brittany always involves everyone in the office in decorating for special occasions. The decorations bring us all together in community! Our Veteran community is enriched by her knowledge of VA benefits.

Kindness that Radiates to the Marginalized. Not only does Shandra embody the mission of our department with her dedication to collaboration, attention to detail, and knowledge that constantly impresses our coworkers, her dedication and kindness through her work for the most marginalized in our state is extraordinarily commendable. She is always there to lift up the hardest cases and shine a light on the need for systemic change. She has a way with approaching clients, no matter if they are the sickest within our mental health system or the sickest within our physical health system, to open up to her and share their burdens. Shandra is then able to, through her work, be the voice of acceptance, kindness, and strength for these clients.

Shandra goes beyond the expectations of her job. She lives a life of service and kindness through her actions.

Service with a Smile…and a laugh! Dawn is the picture of “Service with a Smile,” but better yet, she’s always laughing along with that smile! Dawn welcomed 3 new colleagues at the exact same time and spent hours training each with such kindness, patience, enthusiasm and humor that they have now formed a dynamic team! Together they work hard and they play hard, enjoying each other’s company thanks to the welcoming and encouraging environment established by Dawn’s cheerful personality.

Robyn never makes you feel that you are inconveniencing her when asking for assistance and she remains cool, calm, and collected under pressure.