The College of Engineering and Computer Science recognizes its outstanding staff with 3 unique awards: ECS Staff Excellence Award for both Student Facing and Non-Student Facing Positions, ECS Beacon of Belonging Award, and the Unsung Hero Award. Recipients are nominated by fellow faculty or staff members and are evaluated by members of the Staff Council.
Thank you to all that submitted nominations for the 2025 awards!
2025 Engineering and Computer Science Staff Awards
ECS Staff Excellence Award
The College of Engineering and Computer Science recognizes two staff members who show endless commitment to the College, students, and current College initiatives. This award recognizes outstanding employees for their performance, achievement, and accomplishments that are above those normally expected. We envision this will be awarded to two staff members: one that is primarily student facing, and one that is primarily non-student facing.
ECS Unsung Hero Award
This award honors a staff member within the College of Engineering and Computer Science who has positively impacted a unit/department or the College with a positive attitude, a willingness to help in whatever capacity necessary, and a commitment to excellence. This award is for those individuals who consistently go the extra mile, but whose contributions tend to be unheralded.
ECS Beacon
of Belonging Award
The Staff Council partners with the Office of Inclusive Excellence to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond to cultivate a culture of belonging within ECS. This nominee implements, champions, and/or improves practices that make engineering and computer science more accessible and welcoming for all people. Through their consistent efforts, they strengthen community and connection, remove barriers to success and wellness, and foster an environment where everyone can thrive.
2024 Engineering and Computer Science Staff Award Winners
Staff Excellence Award: Sabina Redington
Unsung Hero Award: Nicole Adkins
Outstanding Supporter of DEIA: Shelby Bergen
Wellness Advocate Award: Malea Perkins
