Sam Houston State University’s Office of the Provost honored and recognized Academic Affairs staff members at the second annual Academic Affairs Distinguished Staff Awards ceremony.
Katelyn Conner, administrative associate III in the College of Science and Engineering Technology Office of the Dean and Bearkat alumna, received the Rookie Award. This award recognizes a recently hired staff member who has immersed and asserted themselves in their respective area and the university community.
Kristina Grimes received the Spirit Award. Grimes is the assistant to the dean in the College of Business Administration. The Spirit Award recognizes an individual who embodies positive energy and initiative while generously serving faculty, students, and colleagues.
Doris Pratt, associate director for student development in the College of Criminal Justice, received the Loyalty Award for her dedication to Academic Affairs and SHSU. This distinction is awarded to a staff member with a history of superior service who has served more than 10 years to the university, more than five years in Academic Affairs and exhibits an ongoing commitment to faculty, staff and students.
Lisa Chaddick received the Leadership Award. Chaddick has worked for SHSU for 12 years in different capacities and currently serves as the internship coordinator for the Department of Public Health in the College of Health Sciences. This award showcases a staff member who is a leader and displays impeccable leadership qualities.
The Distinguished Staff Member of the Year Award goes to Steven Koether, coordinator, instructor and advisor in the Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Science and Engineering Technology. This award honors the staff member who shows an ability to lead, create a positive and uplifting work environment as well as demonstrate a positive impact.
