This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Gold Medallion Awards, the most prestigious award presented by the Division of Student Affairs to individuals or groups whohave made significant ongoing contributions to the success of programs, activities or services. The categories include all staff levels as well as awards for outstanding work by groups or individuals external to the division and external to the University. There are also special awards for innovation, new employees and divisional ambassadors.

One of the highlights of the Gold Medallion ceremony March 30 was the annual recognition of the division's dedicated staff, who have served for more than 25 years. Past honorees (with current years of service) included: Mildred Williams (37 years), dining; Bob England (37 years), director of the Rec/IM; Jim Vick (32 years), vice president for student affairs; Genny Trochet (31 years), University Health Services; Glenna Frank Miller (31 years), director, McKenny Union, Campus Life and Diversity Programs; and Charlene Hunt (30 years), McKenny Union, Campus Life and Diversity Programs.

This year's 25-year honorees were: Rosalyn Barclay, Snow Health Center; Clara Hoedema, Career Services Center; Ahmed Fayssa, McKen-ny Lobby Shop; Lawrence Thompson, physical plant; and Dana Priess, housing (26 years).

This year's 30-year honorees were Colleen Tompkins, housing, and Karen Simpkins, associate vice president for student affairs.