CFAES Faculty and Staff Appreciation 2023

I appreciate Kelly Kane. Accepting a new fellow team member should not go unnoticed. It comes with interruptions, repetition, and reminders and less not disruptions. Your understanding and ability to share your challenges & experience encourages me and picks me up. Your fresh ideas and insight are positive reinforcement that is appreciated. It is with this in mind that I want to shout out THANK YOU for your guidance, expertise, and acceptance as I navigate and grow as a fellow team member of the OSU Extension SNAP-Ed team. Beginning a new career after 23 years has not come without its challenges yet the positive and professional qualities and reassurance that have been exhibited have made these hurdles much easier to work through. Teaching and presenting a lesson can be done by any trained individual BUT believing in and having a passion for the information can have a profound impact on those on the receiving end. I am so excited to be a part of OSU and the SNAP Ed team! Thank you!

I appreciate Darcy Becker. Accepting a new fellow team member should not go unnoticed. It comes with interruptions, repetition, and reminders and less not disruptions. We share an office so emphasis should be placed on "disruptions". It is with this in mind that I want to shout out THANK YOU for your guidance, expertise, and acceptance as I navigate and grow as a fellow team member of the OSU Extension SNAP-Ed team. Beginning a new career after 23 years has not come without its challenges yet the positive and professional qualities and reassurance that have been exhibited have made these hurdles much easier to work through. Teaching and presenting a lesson can be done by any trained individual BUT believing in and having a passion for the information can have a profound impact on those on the receiving end. This team believes and has passion for our community. I am so excited to be a part of OSU and the SNAP Ed team! Thank you!

I appreciate Francesca Rotondo for being a good friend at work and outside work.

As our custodian, Cindy Eshler does an amazing job of keeping Selby Hall clean as well as festive throughout the year! Thank you Cindy!

Thank you to all three of my co-workers, Jesse Buxton, Ingrid Twist-Hamilton, and Vickie Snyder, who put up with my crazy antics. I love that we work as a team and how each one of you have been there for me throughout the years. I truly love working with you all and you make my day enjoyable.

Alexus Masterson always goes above and beyond to help her colleagues succeed. I really appreciate all of the help she has given me with my program even though she is new to her Program Assistant position in Washington County. On top of her own programming she always finds time to help and serve others who need an extra hand. She is doing great things and I am excited to see what great things she will do for the University.

Lisa Dicus and Lori Nicholson were amazing with helping the Business Office and Financial Aid office in assisting new students and their parents for this summers orientation sessions. They were patient and kind which is needed in assisting families during their transition to college.

We are so lucky to have someone like Juliette Hanson. She takes on challenges with a positive attitude and is always there rain or shine when there are animals in need. She is always willing to help with our involved experiments and does so with incredible dedication. I also appreciate her team of people that help run the clinic and animal facilities.

I appreciate Marsha McCormick's support and encouragement in the South Central SNAP-Ed Region. She goes above and beyond to support the efforts we make in our communities. Thank you, Marsha!

Doug Clevenger does a great job watching over our research animals at the beef center. I always appreciate his sense of humor and ability to make it through unexpected situations. Doug provides excellent animal care and always goes the extra mile to make sure animals are fed, clean, and happy. He takes on challenges with a positive attitude and is always willing to help us with whatever we need.

Heather Bauder has been an excellent addition to our department. She is the first person you see as you enter the building and she's there to welcome you with a smiling face. She's always super helpful and finds answers to questions when needed. She goes above and beyond and can always be counted on to assist with whatever you need. Thanks Heather!

Ana Claudia Zubieta is the program director for Ohio SNAP-Ed- each year we submit an annual program plan and enter discussions with ODJFS. She continues to show up to these discussions with professionalism and thoughtfulness amid some difficult conversations.

I appreciate Jane Wright for her outstanding leadership to the Extension Publishing team. She goes above and beyond to see that each member of our team has the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. I appreciate her patience and her sense of humor. She makes being a part of the publishing team fun. So thankful to have her as a mentor and friend!

A huge shout out to our unit's HR Rep. Eric Hamilton. Always willing to to help us navigate the HR world with a smile, sense of humor and incredible patience. You are appreciated!

Amanda Porter, I am so grateful to have someone like you on our team who is willing to go above and beyond to to ensure we have reference sheets and information right at our fingertips. For a new individual navigating through new systems this can be very overwhelming. Your patience, understanding and guidance has been so appreciated. Thank you for being a light to guide me as I navigate my way. And thank you for your patience when we take the wrong path. You are appreciated!

Michelle Milligan is a valued team member who is always willing to provide assistance to faculty, staff, and students and does so with knowledge, kindness, and patience. She has been tremendously helpful to me as a new(ish) employee in the CFAES and Department of Animal Sciences.

Allen Auck, I really appreciate your unwavering dedication to the several high-profile statewide 4-H events you masterfully coordinate! From our 4-H project judging at the Ohio State Fair each summer, to the Ohio 4-H Conference each spring, your constant presence for the past 37 years has positively impacted literally tens of thousands parents and volunteers. THANK YOU for all you do!

I appreciate the CFAES Wooster Ohio State ATI Academic Affairs (Abby, Cate, Chris, Denise, Jill, Kathy, Katie, Liz, Penny) and Student Affairs (Dee Dee, Denny, Heather, Jordan, Julia, Keegan, Kelly C., Kelly K. , Leslie, Mary Ann, Ruth, and Schaad) TEAM. The Academic and Student Affairs TEAM on the Wooster campus are ROCKSTARS! They are committed to upholding and exemplifying the CFAES Principles of Community and are dedicated to the success of our students. I can't pinpoint just one person to give kudos to because it takes a TEAM to "grow" our Buckeyes!

I appreciate Deb Driscoll for keeping the office running smoothly in the midst of moving chaos! Deb is a great communicator and thoughtful organizer. To think of how much she has accomplished for the county office in just a few months on the job, you would be amazed!

I appreciate Ella Lorentz for having such an amazing attitude and making everything such fun! Camp was such a great experience with you and the things you do! I couldn't have asked for a better co-director and I can't wait to camp with you again! You're amazing and I appreciate you! Have a great fair week!

I appreciate Dr. Michael Cressman for always being there to help. Mike goes above and beyond to help colleagues whether helping in the meat lab, at department and college events, or any number of other things. He also goes out of his way to support youth programming through 4-H and FFA. The OSU Department of Animal Sciences is lucky to have such a dedicated, hardworking individual as part of the team. You are appreciated Mike!

Anthony Smith, while having surgery and recovering for the last 6 weeks, you have kept Facilities Operations Maintenance functioning at a high level. Knowing that you are in control while I have been out of the office is a tremendous relief to me and helped my healing process...thank you for being a great Manager!

I appreciate Martha Bollinger. I have been off work for a medical procedure the last 6 weeks, Martha you have done a tremendous job covering for me. When I think of what a strong woman is I think of you. Taking care of your normal day to day tasks and adding in some of my duties shows great dedication. My healing process was much improved because I knew that you were taking care of Facilities Operations. THANK YOU!

I appreciate Kathleen Miller, Angie Collier-Crespin, and Nick Lewis. As a newcomer to the college, I've had the privilege of collaborating closely with the HR recruiting team, and I must express my gratitude for their exceptional support. Throughout this journey, they have gone above and beyond to make the process seamless, showing patience as I navigate my way. I am genuinely thankful for each member of the team and the invaluable assistance they've provided.

Lori Lowman has been so generous with her time and experience in mentoring me during my first year.

Andy Merritt, I appreciate your impeccable knowledge of all things related to I.T. You always go above and beyond my expectations as I seek to gain resolutions to my I.T. issues, and answers to my I.T. questions. Thank you for your clear and insightful explanations so that a non-I.T. person can understand. You are extraordinary!

I appreciate Richard Wofford's quick response, time and effort to alway be there to help develop, review and share his professional talents in helping make all our materials, websites, powerpoints and much more look fantastic. This only happens because of your true commitment! Thank you!!!

Lori Bowman and Lynette Arner, you are my angels! Thank you for making the impossible possible! Thank you for your commitment to excellence. You both truly live out the motto to “do all the good you can, to all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as long as you can.” Keep doing you, nobody does it better!

An OSU employee for over 17 years, Cheryl Buck is extremely knowledgeable about all things related to Extension! She is extremely detail oriented, an excellent communicator and a resourceful problem solver. I am fortunate to have her as part of my work family.

Trina Beebe is efficient, organized, and an effective planner with a great sense of humor. I appreciate her availability to assist when I have ACEL or other work related questions. She is always smiling, extremely pleasant, and a joy to work with!

Brett Baughman leads the Environment and Natural Resources Scholars program and has developed the program into one of the most impactful and intentionally-designed student programs I've seen in my 10 years at OSU. Students in the program regularly cite ENR Scholars as their most meaningful experience on campus and freely sing Brett's praises. Brett has created a robust developing ground for student leaders who go on to serve CFAES and the University well beyond their time in the program. He actively fosters growth in this group of students through constant opportunities for challenge while thoughtfully and compassionately supporting them along the way. He's a 2x CFAES grad furthering the mission of our college to the next generation of leaders.

I appreciate Morgan Campbell for going above and beyond in helping with programming while I was recovering from surgery!

Molly Bean is a fantastic leader of the SENR Communications Team. Thank you for managing in such a kind, enthusiastic, and supportive way. You inspire me!

I appreciate Lilly Tausch. It is fair week, and there are lots of unusual requests being made of the in-office staff. Lilly takes initiative, when a printing project isn't completed, she notices and fixes it so no one goes without their certificate. She anticipates what is needed and she fills the gap. She makes the office look good and is a true team player.

I appreciate Erin Ruggiero. She helps with projects whenever I need help, many times without me asking. Today she helped with printing and finding supplies that I needed but thought I would have to purchase. She is much appreciated for her giving and kind attitude.

Renee Johnston is one of the hardest-working people I have ever met and CFAES is so lucky to have her. She has faithfully served the students, faculty, and staff of SENR through a wide spectrum of challenges and changes. She is a fierce advocate for the success of those she works with--always making sure the students, faculty, and staff have the best possible resources to succeed.

I love Mary Gardiner's energy and drive. She has an incredible research program, mentors lots of students, teaches several courses, and always steps up when she is needed. She brings a positive attitude and great sense of humor to our department which makes her fun to work with.

Lora Vest, thank you for everything you did to help with Celebration of Students! Your input and extra effort made a great impact for our students. Thanks for all you do for CFAES.

Jill Jentes Banicki deserves all the recognition for her hard work in Stone Lab and Ohio Sea Grant communications! She goes above and beyond the call to action and always has a positive outlook and a smile on her face. Thank you for all that you do, Jill! I appreciate you!

I appreciate the way Lisa Corbin wakes up every day thinking about how she supports our entire operations team. With 184+ employees and 11,000+ acres, we have a lot going on and she is a critical part of keeping us organized to best serve CFAES. What an awesome team player!

Thank you to the CFAES Grant Development Support unit, Pam Schlegel, Branden Ritter, Shannon Hollis, Melissa Burant, and Alex Maddox, for the services you provide for proposal submissions! In FY 2023 this team of talented individuals submitted more than 175 proposals! I appreciate all you do for the CFAES faculty and staff.

We appreciate our CFAES Sponsored Program Officers, Stephanie Harrier, Jessica Tweed, Kerry Hodak, Gretchen Turner, Cheryl Sowash, Bojan Brkljacic, Ashley Clayton, Mike Adkins, and Kelsey Sigrist for keeping our research enterprise running!

Through ebbs and flows, time and change, Renee Johnston is a steadfast colleague, who I admire, look up to and is a champion of our students and SENR. Thank you, Renee.

I appreciate Kelly Coble for being a mentor both in the office and outside the office. Being a program assistant, Kelly gives me the opportunity to lead school programs, help with camps and never tells me my ideas are "dumb" but rather helps find ways for us to incorporate those ideas into our programs. I am extremely grateful to work alongside a coworker who is passionate about her work!

Susan Miklovic’s patience, kindness, and willingness to assist her co-workers is a gift I wish to acknowledge. The positive attitude she displays makes any task, no matter how tedious seem possible. Her approach of taking things one step at a time, and skill of seeking to understand is what makes her a treasure to our team. Thank you Susan, we appreciate you!

Angie Collier-Crespin and Nick Lewis need to be recognized for their quick responses to inquiries. They are very professional, and very thorough as they take the time to make sure their message is being understood. They always go the extra mile which makes my life easier. Thank you Angie and Nick!

I appreciate Kayla Arnold and Monica Lewandowski for their professional support and teamwork efforts with graduate student support. They certainly stepped up when I needed backup during fellowship season this past January! You both are rock stars! Thank you!

Keeping the 4-H Staff organized is no easy task, but Deb Dewese takes on the challenge no matter what situation may arise. She is willing to lend a hand, no matter what is presented to her. Along with managing the 4honline program, keeping the staff organized, and sharing her cooking talents with 4-H’ers, Deb always goes the extra mile to “Make the Best Better”. Her laughter keeps us going and support makes us strong. Deb we appreciate you more than you can imagine…Thank You!

Sarah Williams truly goes above and beyond in her role supporting students. Her work with the Peer Mentors, Campus Welcome events, pre-convocation, CFAES Student Council and so much more directly and positively impact the CFAES experience for countless students within our college. She approaches every project with a student first mindset, and I am extremely thankful to work with her on the Academic Programs team.

We were lucky to have Lindsey Latscha join us last October. Her short time with us has been filled with obstacles, opportunities, and a huge flood in our building. She hasn't shied away at all. She's jumped in the trench alongside us. Her leadership has brought us together and made us a stronger team.

Mackenzie Lowe has jumped into the Meigs County 4-H Program with both feet this summer! She started just after 4-H enrollments were due and in her first week was teaching Quality Assurance to livestock participants. She has been willing to learn and be flexible with a crazy summer. Thank you for being a part of the team!

I appreciate Rachel Stoneburner's dedication to the youth of Franklin County. She works tirelessly along with Beth Boomershine to improve our 4-H programs. On a personal note, Rachel brings the fun to the office. I can always count on her to make me laugh even on the rough days.

I appreciate Jessica Caton Diefenbach for bringing fresh, creative and engaging content to our social media channels. Jessica's leadership in this area has really enhanced SENR's connection to the FAES community and beyond.

There is not a better admin partner than Sarah DeVilbiss. She makes everyone's job easier and leads with calm efficiency and kindness. I am incredibly lucky to work with her.

Rachel Cornell and Stephanie Dunkel keep the FABE department running with all their hard work and fiscal expertise. I'm always thankful to them for helping sort out hiring undergrads and the never ending purchase orders. They're also great to talk to just because!

I appreciate Dr. Dan Linden and Dr. Eric Williams for all the work they have done in supporting the STEP program at Wooster. It's a pleasure to work with them. They have great ideas and work hard to make STEP a special experience for our students. Whether it be taking them to Saturday at Art Museums or Din Din with Linden, they are always there to engage.

It is always a nerve wracking experience being the newbie with a department you don't know many people in, if any at all. Jamie Strange, Sarah DeVilbiss, and Janna Thompson-Chordas all made me feel like I was immediately a part of the family. This is the best workplace environment I have been a part of and they have been a big reason why. Thank you all so much!

This is an appreciation for Michelle Milligan, in Animal Sciences, for having a team attitude. Regardless of the number of tasks at hand she always manages to serve faculty, with a smile. She truly has a “we’re a team “ mentality that better serves the department. No task is too big or small. This recognition is on behalf of all Animal Science faculty. Thank You, Michelle.

Trina is always available to answer any questions about the department, university processes, or really, just about anything! She’s incredibly helpful and kind. So thankful for her support in the ACEL department!

I appreciate Chrissy Kaminski for helping me figure out what to do this week when I got stuck in an elevator. She was super nice and helpful through it all, which helped keep me calm! I appreciate her thoughtfulness and how she always cares so much for others. Thank you for everything that you do!

I appreciate Bree Miller for hitting the ground running in a new position within HCS. Her initiative has made the transition seamless and her friendliness and customer service skills have really shown how the front office supports HCS faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Great job Bree!!

I appreciate Erin Parker is the often unsung force that helps in so many ways to help the department advance in so many ways. She assists everyone with aspects of purchasing, travel, desk space, backup safety issues, teaching in the Bug Zoo, DEI issues, staff council... the list could go on for a long time. She is always quick to respond and help with anything and works well with everyone. She is invaluable to the department and the Wooster Campus. Thank you for everything you do to help our department run smoother!

I feel so fortunate to have worked with Erin Parker since I started in Entomology! Erin's kindness and collaborative personality have been very beneficial in creating one campus for the Department of Entomology. She is always willing to lend a hand and works to create an inclusive environment. Erin sees the vision of the department, which reflects in her work at all levels, including her responsibilities as part of the social media committee and generating our bi-annual newsletter. I could not do my job without Erin!

Tracy Kitchel, your infectious appreciation of good is inspirational and rejuvenating. Thank you for bringing your true self forward to lead!

Zach Wilson is the newest member to our staff team and has been a great addition. He is meticulous, innovative, and knowledgeable. His youth (and child-like lunch selections) bring a new, fun perspective to our team!

Jada Harmon - you are on it, my friend! You are professional, kind, and approachable all while balancing a LOT! Thank you for all you do!

Janna Thompson-Chordas has been a great addition to the department. She not only brings a creative mind and an inclusive attitude, but a great sense of humor, too! I'm so happy that we can celebrate a year of Janna on our team!

This KX team is phenomenal. They work their tails off to make sure our researchers are heard and valued, even when resources are low. A huge thank you to Juliette, James, Ben, Jake, Wajihah, and Dara for being the magic behind the mission!! You are all so deeply talented, and we appreciate you choosing us to work with!

Dara Barclay. What can I say that will encapsulate how amazing she is?! She cares so deeply, particularly for the relationships we build with Extension, and that passion is just one of the things I appreciate about her. Thank you for being a cheerleader, a team member, and a friend!

Can we put into words how much Katie Phillips means to all of us? She is one of the most caring, authentic people I've met and I am forever grateful that she chose our team to be a part of (especially when all odds were pointed otherwise - don't know how you did it, lady). She is an incredible mentor, data guru, fierce protector of our team, and friend. Kate - thanks for all you do!!

Stacy Cochran is the GOAT. I don't know how she puts up with me and my "big ideas..." She not only entertains them, she provides unwavering support and reality checks when needed. This is all on top of being an incredible mentor, team member, friend - she's there for every one of us, and I cannot be more thankful for her. Thank you for all you do, Captain Cochran!

I appreciate James Kinder for consistently supporting me whenever I need assistance in reviewing my manuscripts or research grant proposals before submission. I am aware that some of my requests might conflict with his busy schedule, yet he always makes an effort to help. What is truly remarkable is that he extends this selfless assistance to several other faculty members as well. Thank you sincerely for your selflessness!

I appreciate Molly Avers for her heart and dedication to the youth of Ottawa County. And her love for all things 4-H is contagious and makes us all want to continue to do more and better things.

Kylienne Shaul makes our online classes beautiful and easily accessible for students - they are always making comments like, "This is the most well-organized online course I've ever taken," and that comes from Kylienne. She creates templates that help students easily navigate different courses. I also don't know how we would have managed COVID without Kylienne's guidance.

I appreciate Eric Hamilton for helping us work through HR challenges quickly and cheerfully - I get grumpy when I'm trying to figure out Workday processes, but Eric always changes my mood because he's so helpful, patient, and friendly. I think the whole department agrees!

I appreciate Kim Winslow's commitment to her team and to our college. She care deeply about each and every member on her team and always makes us feel appreciated. Her dedication to research and our college is amazing. Thank you for all you do Kim!

I just have to give a shout-out to Ella Weaver. She knows everything, and she is always willing to help figure out problems, even when she's super busy. Plus she makes me laugh :-)

I appreciate Robyn Wilson for her awesome problem solving! Robyn stepped into her Associate Director role ready to fix things, and she just keeps going. She is effective and efficient in everything I've seen her do, and I hope she knows how much she is appreciated.

I appreciate Trish Taylor for handling everything with energy and cheerfulness! Trish seems to have a solution to every problem, and she never makes you feel like a burden when you ask questions. Rather, she will often say, "I'll do it for you." She keeps the school running smoothly.

Kate Shumaker is always willing to tackle various obstacles alongside me. She has been patient with me as I have learned the ropes as a new employee. Kate is also a great leader for the food preservation team - keeping us organized and motivated.

I appreciate Marsha McCormick and Lisa Kepler jumping right into their new roles and working so hard to make an easy transition to new leadership for SNAP-Ed in the South Central and South East regions. They have done an amazing job. Both of them truly understand the challenges we face, and work to help us help our fellow Ohioans eat for a healthier future!

I appreciate Rachel Cochran for her commitment to improving the on-farm research report system for the AgCrops Team. Rachel makes things happen and I appreciate how she has brought a diverse team together to garner new ideas.

I appreciate Ryan McMichael for stepping up to serve as CORN Newsletter editor for the month of October. Thank you Ryan for your willingness to learn a new skill and for making a positive contribution to the AgCrops Team!

I appreciate Nic Baumer for taking the lead and developing a Scarlet Canvas Course for the AgCrops Team to administer Certified Crop Advisor CEU Credits to clientele through online videos, which will also raise funds for team activities.

Pablo Villa, I really appreciate all the support and creativity you bring. You are a great partner with great vision.

Sarah DeVilbiss is someone who empowers you do your job better, with grace and efficiency. Her attitude reflects our core values, and her abilities seem boundless! Love working with her.

I appreciate Wajihah Baig, Jacob Iannarino, and Benjamin Powell for all the hard work they do for the Knowledge Exchange Technology Team. They are always flexible, creative, and truly are a joy to work with. They make being a manager worth it. Thank you for always making me smile!

Beth Abbott is the IT QUEEN! No matter the issue, she has the answers and a quick fix to get me up and running...plus she tells the funniest stories and keeps us in giggles!

I so appreciate Michelle Hoover, Linda Hersberger, Betty Howard and the entire team at Stark Extension for their warm welcome, enthusiasm and great work attitude. They are the Outstanding in OH-IO!

I appreciate Megan Frilling for helping to keep our team more organized. She tracks upcoming deadlines and provides helpful reminders. I also appreciate how Megan offers to pitch in to help the team when she sees others are overloaded without even being asked.

I appreciate Alex Fehr for always being willing to lend an extra hand, no matter the task, and does so with a positive attitude. Even when his plate is full, he is always willing to step in and help the team with a cheerful demeanor.

I appreciate Bud Witney, Margo Freed, Valerie Kohlwey, Matt Devore, and Michelle Gaston for stepping up with trusted technology for multiple projects. Forever grateful!

Every single day Billy Kennedy comes in he makes sure to say hi to everyone. He never misses a "good morning" on his way down the hall. If you weren't there when he came in he will make sure to say "hi" the first time he sees you.

I appreciate Lori Nicholson for always lending a helping hand to everyone on campus! Thank you for making the Business Office a great place to work!

Thank you, India Fuller, for always helping us and answering my many questions so kindly and patiently! I appreciate all of the work that you do!

I appreciate Cindy Shelly for being very kind and helpful! She always has a smile for students, staff and faculty. Thank you for making the Business Office a great place to work!

Zach Wilson's the new kid on the block in our office, but he has already made himself indispensable. How you ask? Spreadsheets. So many spreadsheets. Oh yeah, and he loves to help us all with his big smile and positive attitude.

You know that person who gets every obscure movie or song reference you make? That is Janna Thompson-Chordas. She is has the amazing ability to talk in 80s song lyrics. She makes everyone laugh and brightens up every room she enters.

Not everyone will tell their boss when they messed up, but Erin Parker will. She is never afraid to speak up for what she thinks is right nor to tell me when she thinks I am wrong. I admire her courage. Yet, she delivers her nuggets of truth with warmth and compassion that always make me glad she spoke up. Our department is better because she cares.

I appreciate Tim McDermott for his passion and dedication to the residents of Franklin County. He makes it a point to seek out new opportunities for Extension to expand our reach. On a personal note, Tim is always willing to step in and help me. He recognizes and appreciates the role I play as support staff.

I appreciate Amanda Porter! She is always ready to answer a question or lend support to a "sister" SNAP-Ed Office Associate! And if Amanda doesn't happen to know an answer, she is willing to do the digging to find the answer.

I appreciate Patty Corfman because she is there to help solve whatever questions or problems I have. Patty, thanks for all you do and for always serving with a smile!

I appreciate Ken Chamberlain and Jaden Parise's professionalism and enthusiasm as they travel the state to capture stories through video and photography that elevate the impact that CFAES is having on the state of Ohio. It is a pleasure to work with a team with such a positive and creative spirit.

I appreciate, (we all do in Williams Hall), Debbie Anderson on the Wooster custodial staff for everything she does to keep our building sparkling clean! She goes above and beyond, even cleaning out everyone's window screens from bugs when we had to have our windows open before the boiler was turned off. Most of all, she has a caring heart and always wants to know how you are doing, be that with work load stress, or family events. We are VERY grateful to have her with us!

Danan Robinson, thank you for having such a positive outlook and for always keeping our office connected! We appreciate you!

Danan Robinson, thank you for having such a positive outlook and for always keeping our office connected! We appreciate you!

Noble County Office Associate, Tracy Blackstone is the glue that holds our office together. She is the voice and face that greets Extension clientele on the phone or at the front of our office. She strives to meet the needs of our community. Tracy often has to figure out who is the best person in our office to meet the need of someone calling in who has no idea who they need to talk to. They were just told to call the Extension Office. She is patient, attentive and caring. Thanks for all you do Tracy!!

Thank you Ramona for genuinely caring about our students and for keeping this Department on its feet!

Noble County Office Associate, Carla Wickham goes above and beyond to coordinate all the fiscal business of our office. She knows the policies and provides her expertise to keep our busy office on track. She is great at multi-tasking and handling several projects at one time. Thanks for all you do!

Beth Boomershine works endlessly to find new ways to engage and improve on an already great program for the 4-H youth of Franklin County. She also gives back to her fellow staff through serving as the State President of National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals. Personally, she is always willing to help me when time is short or I need coverage in the office.

I appreciate Jesse Buxton for his knowledge, patience and kindness in helping me through a grant process at the beginning of this year that had many new forms and steps which were new to me. He was always available to answer my questions and I could not have made it through without his help!

Sarah DeVilbiss gets IT done. No matter what IT is. She is tenacious and efficient and knows how to dot the "i"s and cross the "t"s so that it is done right. She makes sure everyone is taken care of from helping them navigate P-card purchases to printing up a custom made can coozie as a present. The icing on the cake? She fills the office with laughter that you can hear when you are walking down the hall.

I appreciate The EFNEP Southern Ohio Team (Mimi Anderson, Debbie Carpenter, LA Morgan, Selina Bower, Lucy Acevedo-Lopez, Peggy Cebelak, and Fred Paul) Whew! What a journey it's been over the past three years as our team merged into one and we weathered a variety of new things together. You have supported one another, mentored each other in various aspects of the job, and most importantly cared about each other. Thank you for the hard work and effort you put into helping our programming grow in the 4 counties we serve. We've seen amazing growth in the number of people and partners served. Additionally, the qualitative stories of success from partners speak volumes about your dedication and the quality of your work!

Janna is so calming and welcoming, I love her positive energy and her willingness to help!

Zach Wilson makes awesome spreadsheets that are incredibly easy to understand, which is no small feat. He is always ready to help and makes my job so much easier. Thank you Zach!

Scott Wolfe has saved us hundreds of dollars in repairs with his know-how and ingenuity. He's also saved us a ton of time and kept our experiments moving along by being quick to help. Thank you Scott!

Erin Parker is so helpful and is always is willing to go the extra mile to help me find the resources I need or to figure out a problem. She is patient and efficient, and she is a key member of our department!

Sarah DeVilbiss is always ready to help with questions, she has so much useful information, and is an all around excellent colleague. I couldn't do my job without her!

I appreciate Kim Winslow's positive attitude and her willingness to jump in and help. She's always cheering us on and proudly promoting the work we do everyday. Her enthusiasm for research and supporting our college researchers is infectious.

I appreciate Nikita Amstutz for all that she does to keep our greenhouse research flowing smoothly! In addition to her regular duties, she is wonderful at finding new efficiencies that we can incorporate into our processes. We are very fortunate to have her on our team!

Colin McMasters often response to my IT related help tickets and emergencies. He is always professional, and he always finds out what is necessary to tackle any problem. It's great to know we have people like Colin to rely on when we need help with something we can't handle ourselves.

Lisa Corbin is always on top of things. She helps me get where I need to be when I need to be there, and she helps CFAES Operations build relationships across the university. Thank you Lisa for being a great co-worker and friend!

Kathy Yoder and Abby Burkey, our ATI librarians, are always so happy to help our students, faculty, and staff. I love to visit them when I need a little friendly pick-me-up or if I am actually looking for something in the library. Never underestimate the power of genuine smiles when you enter the library. You rock!

I appreciate Emily Kruse for being a fantastic boss and leader of our development and donor experience team! You are empathetic and caring, while also inspiring a high standard of performance for everyone on our team. Thank you for the thoughtful approach you take to leadership!

I appreciate Dewey Mann for being a fantastic partner to Advancement. You are generous with your time and you give the best Waterman tours! You have helped to inspire many gifts for Waterman facilities, and I am so grateful for your partnership!

It doesn't seem to matter how many times I have reached out to Abby Thomas to help me sort through some data in our EFNEP database, she is always enthusiastic about it and quick to get back to me. She just started working in her current position a few months ago and I really appreciate her!

I appreciate Rob Leeds for all his support in my life and career! I'm so glad I can be here for him. He gets a Gold Star!

I appreciate Juliette Hanson, Megan Strother, Ronna Wood, Jane Cooper, and Therese Miller their individual and group commitment to supporting CFAH research and for providing excellent animal care! It's a pleasure working with all of them. Thanks for all that you continue to do!

Bradford Sherman is the go-to person at the South Centers for all communications and marketing. He is a wonderful writer and editor. His excellent graphic designs for newsletters, websites, flyers, etc. is well known throughout CFAES. Thank you, Bradford, for all that you do! You are appreciated!

Bridget Robertson greets everyone with a smile. Her positive attitude and willingness to help all programs is much appreciated. She is a wonderful addition to our team! Thank you, Bridget, for all that you do!

Jennifer Dunn goes above and beyond to make sure all needs are met of the Endeavor Center partners and all clientele. Her expertise and helpfulness are the reason many people return to our conference rooms. She is instrumental in keeping the Endeavor Center running smoothly. Thank you, Jenn, for all that you do!

I appreciate Molly Avers for her her energy she brings to her job and to everyone she interacts with. She is always upbeat and makes me feel energized just speaking with or being around her. Molly is awesome!

I appreciate Jess Soffee for her dedication to her program and county. She strives to make everything better. She is continually building relationships and looking for resources to support the 4-H program. Her enthusiasm and energy are contagious. She is a 4-H rock star!!

I appreciate Jessica George for her enthusiasm in teaching children, especially about STEM. She has built great partnerships with local school and programs to deliver STEM educator to youth. I appreciate the initiative she has taken in this area, especially developing lessons.

I appreciate Tami Kromer for her creativity and design skills. She can make anything from computer design to hand painting. She is so talented and it makes us all look good.

I appreciate Tina Dendinger for her knowledge of workday and ability to help me navigate the system. When she doesn't know the answer she works to find it. She is thorough in how she handles her fiscal responsibilities. She is a workday and fiscal ROCK STAR!!

I appreciate Mary Beth Albright. She is a calm and supportive leader. She listens and offers sound advice. She checks in on me. She shows concern for my metal health and well-being. I am grateful she is in my life and my colleague.

I appreciate Cynthia Violet for all the support and aid she offers every semester as we work to get our AEDE students enrolled in their internship classes. Cynthia brings a focus on helping faculty and students navigate the process. She not only focuses on the details, she cares about the people.

I appreciate Eric Hamilton for being so responsive when I have questions about HR processes and contracts. Eric is knowledgeable, patient, and always brings a positive 'can do' attitude that lifts my spirits.

I appreciate Anna Crespo, Emma Markland, Shirley Amin, Kassie Kurzhals, and Miles Baker for all they do for AEDE faculty, staff, and students. It is great working with you all!

I can't thank the Ottawa Office enough for all of their help my first year. Molly, Rhonda and Amy I couldn't ask for a better neighbor county team.

Christa Yandrich came into her position with so much energy and initiative. She reached out to me to help me with my grant organization unprompted. I am so impressed with her and can't wait to work with her more.

Taylor White is always so helpful and knowledgeable. He juggles so much but is always there if you need him.

I appreciate Pam Schlegel and Steph Harrier for making the submission of grants go so smoothly and for responding rapidly to questions at all times of the day, especially after working hours. I also appreciate that they appreciate my sense of humour!

Jennie Ellis, thank you for being the back bone of our office! We wouldn't be able to do what we do without you! You keep us organized, supplied, and are an invaluable resource to our office, clientele, and OSU!

Kaytlin Felger, I am incredibly thankful to work with you! You walk with integrity and uphold your beliefs, do an incredible job of being diligent, paying attention to the details. Your passion for your job shows up in every project that you set out to and accomplish with great attention to detail! I know I am a better employee and person because I implement some of what you do in my own life! I am thankful for your dedication to our work here at OSU!

I appreciate Dawn Schultheis for being such a positive professional and so willing to learn and take on new responsibilities. Dawn is a true servant to the residents and communities in Noble County!

Lauren Baker is the first smiling face many folks see as they are introduced to our college. Lauren works hard to ensure people have a positive experience and feel that their needs are valued no matter what questions they come to her with. She is truly a joy to work with and I am so thankful she is a part of our CFAES team.

I appreciate Vickie Snyder. She is my rock!!! No matter what the issue is she figures it out. She is a very busy person but still finds the time to let me bounce things off of her. Vickie is one of the best players on the team!! KUDOS to Vickie!!!

I appreciate Chris Igodan for all of his work with Extension P&T and international programming.

I appreciate Nicole Wakeley for all that she does behind the scenes to help the college run smoothly.

Laura Akgerman, your commitment and passion for ensuring that people with disabilities have full access to resources and events is appreciated. You do an outstanding job!

I appreciate Maria Sanchez for jumping in with both feet and learning about the college. Thanks for all of your efforts learning about our complex organization and for all that you do for CFAES DEI.

I appreciate Ashley Fields for always being on top of things and being willing to lend a helping hand.

Brandi Gilbert-Hammett, I appreciate all of the work that you do! You always go above and beyond and do an incredible job. You are an asset to our college and you are appreciated.

Leo Taylor, you are a wonderful collaborator. Thank you for your leadership in developing a successful speaker series.

Tiffany Halsell, thank you for being a team player and always willing to lend a helping hand. You hit the ground running and have been an integral part of the CFAES DEI Team and I am very thankful to work with you.

I really appreciate Eric Hamilton for his speedy replies and top-notch problem solving when it comes to all things HR. He almost always has an answer to a problem the same day and is great at giving clear guidance when navigating the HR system.

I appreciate Ronna Wood for extraordinary pig handling. Can't thank you enough for everything you have done for us. Best of luck in vet school!

Thank you, Mike Anderson, for your outstanding service and leadership bringing the new Controlled Environment Agricultural Research Center on line! You continue to move the needle forward to provide faculty and students a one-of-a-kind experience in a world-class CFAES facility. Your dedication and experience make it possible!

Thank you, Anthony Smith, for being a great partner in CFAES Operations. You work and provide tireless leadership to address critical infrastructure challenges in Wooster every day. I know I can rely on you as a partner and to assess emergency situations as soon as they occur. Thank you for your commitment to the college, and please keep up the good work!

Kudos to Eric Hamilton and Jane Douglas for supporting me through the hiring process. With two vacant positions and the need to fill them quickly, they listened to my concerns, worked through the process with me, and helped me to successfully get the job done! I appreciate them and the work they do to support CFAES!

When ShaLise Simmons enters a room (physical or virtual), it lights up with her positive energy and warmth. She does not complain--she offers suggestions on different ways to approach a task or another way to look at an issue. She consistently offers to help her team members. Even if I am feeling tired or a little grumpy, time with ShaLise makes me feel better!

Jesse Buxton always makes time to help out when I have questions. He is extremely patient in helping me navigate the many grants that I oversee. Thanks Jesse!

I appreciate Morgan Dailey for being kind and making me feel welcomed.

I appreciate Sophia Whisman for helping me navigate my career in Extension. She is doing awesome work with the 4H program in Morgan County and I am lucky to have her as a colleague. She is passionate about youth in 4H and older youth programs, which reminds me of why I joined Extension. She is a great example of a new educator doing big things!

I appreciate Pat Boley for going above and beyond in running my research laboratory, training students and performing top notch research.

I appreciate Robin Weimer for overseeing all of the crazy fiscal needs of CFAH.

I appreciate Chris Comden, Becky McGuire, and Kelly Kanicki for being incredible mentors during my first year as a SNAP-Ed PA, and for continuing to be my always-available coworkers any time a question arises. They've been welcoming, knowledgeable, and inspiring. Thanks for all that you continue to do!

I appreciate Cheryl Patterson for taking on the duties of keeping CFAH running smoothly in the front office.

Holly Eckert is our SNAP-ED regional program specialist, as our direct supervisor she is amazing at keeping us updated on everything we need to know to do our jobs well and efficiently. She understands our job and ALL of the responsibilities that entails. Holly always answers questions and concerns as they arise.- Thank you Holly

Thank you, Hannah Gehman, for everything you do for all the faculty staff and students at CFAH. Thank for coming back part time even after you retired to help train new staff!

Chris Galbraith, I know you are just getting started here at OSU but I appreciate all the effort you have put in so far to integrate both MSU and OSU activities into your work plan. Keep up the good work.

Ryan Vonderhaar is great at stepping up when help is needed and going above and beyond for students. Ryan does it all with a smile! He really cares about students and creating an environment that encourages student success.

I appreciate Morgan Dailey for going above and beyond to help her colleagues whenever help is needed. Morgan really cares about others and is great at creating a welcoming environment. Whenever we have questions we know Morgan is our go-to person.

I appreciate Rose Witt for making me feel comfortable and welcome my first month with OSU Extension Henry County. She has a wealth of information to share and really knows her stuff!

Christina Byrd does an amazing job at her job as office associate of the OSU Extension office in the largest county by population in Ohio where she engages 1.3 million people, the greater Buckeye Nation, and OSU leadership.

Julie Evans is the key to keeping everything in our Extension office running so smoothly. She keeps on top of everything and helps all of our staff to put on the best programs possible. We can't thank her enough for all she does!

I appreciate Dawn Wood for jumping into her new role as office assistant with enthusiasm, problem solving, patience, and great questions! We love her energy and willingness to be a part of the team!

Gene Howell comes to work every morning with the best interest of the college in his heart. His dedication to CFAES facilities has resulted in improved space and environments for students, faculty, and staff who learn and perform world class learning and research every day. Thank you Gene for making a difference!

I appreciate Taylor Stevens for her many unseen efforts make our county fair run smoothly--the emails, newsletters, flyers, Facebook posts, spreadsheets, lists, 4-H online, 4-H App, Fair Entries that "magically" happen are entirely the result of her efforts and dedication.

I appreciate Ashley Cellar for always going ABOVE and BEYOND in everything she does. Ashley stays on top of everything and manages so many things at once, but does it so well and with the best attitude! She has a level of finesse, meticulousness, and diligence that is unmatched in the workplace, even as a remote worker! She sets a high standard for all, one I wish to match one day!

I appreciate Zac Cooperrider for all that he does. He is always readily available to talk with me about anything fiscal related. He is a wonderful CCM. Thank you Zac for all that you do!