Division of Student Affairs
Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to recognizing exemplary performance among
P&S and Merit staff. Nominations are now being accepted for the annual Sue Follon Exemplary
Service Award. In its twentieth year, this award commemorates the former division vice
president who served the university from 1985-1998.
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines exemplary as “serving as a pattern” and “deserving
imitation because of excellence.” The Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award recognizes
individuals who are committed to quality and excellence and whose efforts and achievements are
worthy of emulation as staff work to carry out the mission of Student Affairs.
“We help students succeed” is the mission of Student Affairs. Many employees have a direct
impact on student success while others make contributions in an indirect manner. All positions
are important in carrying out the division’s mission. The following criteria will serve as a guide
in selecting individuals for this award.
 Committed to students and the mission of Student Affairs
 Exceeds expectations
 Has made continued and sustained contributions to students and/or staff
 Exhibits a positive influence in the workplace
 Demonstrates excellence in the performance of responsibilities
Please complete the nomination form for individuals working in Student Affairs who are worthy
of this prestigious award. A minimum of five years of consecutive service at UNI must be met
to be considered. An individual may receive the award only once. Past recipients who are
currently employed in the division include:
Rita Carrillo
Linda Chapin
Diane Damon
Gary Daters
Chris Denison
Carol Fletcher
Bruce Forystek
Jim Geary
Carol Geiger
Tracey Godon
Mary Goodman
Deb Gray
Louie Hartman
Cathy Humke
Roxanne Klepper
Rosie Lang
Nancy Lindgard
Cheri McDivitt
Jaye Miller
Joyce Morrow
Linda Olson
Shelley Pruess
Lyn Redington
April Schmiesing
Andrea Stallman
Joan Thompson
Rita Truex
Libby Vanderwall
Diane Wallace
Mike Weiglein
Jean Wiesley
Juanita Wright
Carolyn Young
The selection committee is not eligible for consideration. Those individuals are Michael
Blackwell, Jon Buse, Bob Frederick, Carol Geiger, Kathy Green, Michael Hager, Terry Hogan,
Christie Kangas, Lisa Kratz, Joyce Morrow, and Phil Patton.
The division has a celebratory tradition of expressing appreciation to Student Affairs staff for
their service and accomplishments at an annual luncheon. The next luncheon is scheduled for
January 6, 2011. Recipients of the Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award will be announced and
recognized at this luncheon.
Return the completed nomination form by December 7, 2010 to: Carol Geiger, 118 Gilchrist
Hall, 0010 or carol.geiger@uni.edu. Call 273-2331 if you have any questions.
Division of Student Affairs
Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award
Nomination Form
Please complete the following information for each nominee in Student Affairs. Departments in Student
Affairs include Admissions, Career Services, Center for Multicultural Education, Maucker Union,
Registrar, Residence, Student Financial Aid, University Health Services (Clinic, Counseling, Student
Disability and Wellness and Recreation) and Vice President’s Office. On a separate page, provide
specific examples and details of what your nominee has done that highlight the selection criteria.
Limit your examples to approximately 500 words or one double-spaced, typed page. If submitting a
hand-written nomination, please print or write legibly.
General Information
Name of nominee: ___________________________________________________________________
Department: ________________________________________________________________________
Position: ___________________________________________________________________________
Name of nominator:________________________________________ Phone:_____________________
Position:
__________________________________________________________________________
Relationship to nominee:
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How long have you known the nominee? _________________________________________________
Signature of nominator: ________________________________________________________________
(attaching nomination from your e-mail account will suffice for signature)
Brief description of duties of nominee: ____________________________________________________
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Thank you for your participation in the nomination process. Please return this nomination form by
December 7, 2010 to: Carol Geiger, 118 Gilchrist Hall, 0010 or carol.geiger@uni.edu.
Division of Student Affairs
Sue Follon Exemplary Service Award
Nomination Form
Name of nominee _______________________________________________________________
Provide specific examples detailing what your nominee has done that highlight the selection criteria.
Specific examples of excellence will be given greater consideration than general statements. Submit
this sheet with the general information section by December 7, 2010.