We are WWU

Every day at Western, faculty, staff, student employees, and students show up for one another — welcoming new students, helping colleagues, and finding small ways to make our community stronger. Now there’s a simple way to say thanks.

Submit a short recognition and we'll highlight selections each week in Western Today and here on this webpage.

Your kudos can be for anything—big or small—that embodies We Are WWU. Please note: submissions should only feature or name individuals with their consent.

It’s quick, authentic, and a chance to celebrate what makes this community special.

 

Share your kudos!

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We Are WWU Awardees

Stephanie Paulantis, WebTech

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Stephanie is the kind of colleague everyone hopes to have. Whether it's a stressful moment or an everyday task, she radiates kindness and grace and finds innovative ways to solve complex problems. Western is truly lucky to have her.

  • Submitted by David Bass

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Nicole Ebersole, University Advancement

Nicole is one of the most fun, easy to work with, thoughtful and giving colleagues on campus. I love collaborating with her. She is a big picture thinker, but is also always willing to stop and help with the smallest things. Bumping into her always makes my day better, and we are lucky to have her!


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Brenda Wagar, Student Business Office

A huge shout-out to Brenda for championing the SBO's initiative to go paperless by truly mastering OnBase for document storage. She has put so much work into this project, and even led a meeting to share our processes with a partner office. Thank you for being the awesome-est possum, Brenda!


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Jared Havens, College of Business and Economics

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Jared is a consummate professional and embodies the values that make Western a great place to work. His job as IT Manager is harder than ever, as budgets are squeezed and folks are worried about managing their online presence, but he is always ready to help and offer a solution. Thank you, Jared!


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Dave Creel, ATUS

I returned to work after a long weekend only to discover a computer accessory failure that completely impeded my productivity plans. Dave saved the day by tracking down an accessory, testing it, then delivering it within hours! Thank you for being such an awesome colleague, Dave!


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Shannon Kelly, Western Libraries Teaching & Learning Division

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Shannon is a great boss, a hard worker, and has been instrumental in conceiving of and implementing new ideas in the library. We are so lucky to have her!


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