EMU employees learn their value

Thirty-nine Eastern Michigan University employees received the ultimate pat on the back.

The Second Annual Institutional Values Awards were announced in six categories during the Fall Convocation Sept. 24 in Pease Auditorium. Winners ranged from a coordinator of a teacher certification program to a Web communications director to separate tandems who promote diversity and community service. Two teams, focused on innovation, and learning collaboration and outreach, respectively, also were honored.  

"This program is one of the most important ones we do as a University because it allows us to recognize people who otherwise would not be recognized for the good work they're doing," said Martha Tack, senior executive for presidential initiatives. "For the committee, it's almost overwhelming -- when we read the nomination materials-- how hard people at EMU work and how loyal they are."

The purpose of this institution-wide award program is to recognize the exemplary efforts of individuals or teams working to support the EMU mission, guiding principles and institutional values. Individual awards were given in four categories and two awards were given to honor team excellence. Each of the awards carries a $3,500 monetary stipend, funded by the EMU Foundation. In cases where a team won an award, the stipend will be divided equally among the team's members.

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