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Witmer Award<\/h2>\n
The Witmer Award for Distinguished Service is presented to staff members whose careers have been characterized by outstanding and sustained contributions to the University.<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nLukira (Lucy) Carroll<\/strong><\/h3>\nExecutive assistant to the dean; special events coordinator
\nSchool of Nursing<\/em><\/p>\nLucy Carroll has demonstrated her commitment to excellence in many ways during the nearly 40 years she has served the University\u2014and she does so with warmth and a sense of humor.<\/p>\n
Joining the University in 1978, Carroll held positions in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Department of Surgery before moving to the School of Nursing in 1994.<\/p>\n
In addition to managing the dean\u2019s calendar and travel schedule, she fosters a welcoming environment in the dean\u2019s office through her genuine and friendly nature. That\u2019s enabled Carroll to build relationships with many faculty, staff, and students over the years.<\/p>\n
\u201cHer commitment to the School of Nursing is second to none. Whether it\u2019s with the faculty, staff, students, donors, or my patients, she works to make everyone\u2019s life easier, better, or more enjoyable. And she certainly does so for mine,\u201d writes School of Nursing Dean Kathy Rideout, in a letter nominating Carroll for the award.<\/p>\n
In addition to her front-line role in the dean\u2019s office, Carroll organizes the school\u2019s convocation, accelerated program for non-nurses pinning ceremony, Meliora Weekend events, all-school meetings, academic program orientation, commencement and other events important to the school. She \u201cputs her heart into every detail,\u201d recognizing that some of the events are life-changing to some of the people involved.<\/p>\n
Colleagues says Carroll is a consistent partner whose understanding of the school, the Medical Center, and the University has been invaluable to those with whom she works.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe makes people feel welcome in all situations, demonstrating sincere empathy, as well as authentic joy,\u201d writes Andrea Allen, director of advancement and alumni relations for the School of Nursing, in a letter of support for the award. \u201cLucy is positive, helpful, and knowledgeable.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Wendy Keck<\/strong><\/h3>\nProgram manager
\n<\/em>Department of Microbiology and Immunology<\/em><\/p>\nDependable, knowledgeable, and resourceful are just a few words colleagues use to describe Wendy Keck and the far-reaching impact she\u2019s had at the University.<\/p>\n
Keck joined the University in the Department of Orthopaedics in 1973 before moving to Physiology in 1978, where she worked for 17 years. She moved to the Center for Oral Biology in 1999 and took on several leadership positions there. In her current role, she is chief administrator and chief financial officer for one of the largest basic science departments at the University. She manages more than $10 million in extramural research funds annually and coordinates several NIH-funded training programs. In addition, she oversees several centers and facilities, such as the Upstate Stem Cell cGMP Facility, the Center for AIDS Research, and the Genomics Research Center.<\/p>\n
\u201cFrom her outstanding management of department resources, to sound guidance and knowledge assisting faculty with extramural funding opportunities, to personnel management and her knack for team building, Wendy is a shining example to follow, particularly for early administrators such as myself,\u201d writes Daisy Bird Geer, finance manager for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.<\/p>\n
Colleagues supporting Keck\u2019s nomination repeatedly highlight her willingness to go the extra mile, her constant commitment to improvement and cost savings, and her dedication to the University\u2019s mission and values.<\/p>\n
\u201cWendy personifies the sense of community and inclusiveness in the department,\u201d writes Jacques Robert, professor of microbiology and immunology. \u201cShe makes herself always available, has friendly words to everyone, and really cares about the wellbeing of each individual in the department.\u201d<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nBarbara Tanski<\/strong><\/h3>\nAdministrator
\n<\/em>Office of the Provost<\/em><\/p>\nBarbara Tanski is a professional, dedicated, and caring colleague who is always willing to help. During her two decades of service to the University, her impact has been felt not only among those who work directly with her, but at multiple community organizations that receive donations of money, goods, or services from University faculty and staff.<\/p>\n
As administrator in the Office of the Provost, her key responsibilities include managing office purchases, travel reimbursements, and financial accounts for offices that report to the provost. She also tracks academic leaves and makes sure the financials are in order so that faculty are properly compensated, among other responsibilities.<\/p>\n
\u201cBarb is truly a dedicated, loyal employee who works relentlessly to make sure the office and people in it have the highest level of support,\u201d writes Gigi DeMita, executive assistant to the provost, who nominated Tanski for the award. \u201cHer tenure over the past two decades is decorated with relationships and moments of service to the University.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith her vast knowledge and caring personality, Barb goes out of her way to help find whatever solution is needed,\u201d writes Provost Rob Clark.<\/p>\n
Before joining the Provost\u2019s Office, Tanski was the Finance Office manager and administrator to the University controller for nearly 10 years. She often worked extra hours to pull together financial statement files and board materials during audits.\u00a0She is always thinking about ways to save the department money, nominators say, and often finds creative ways to do so\u2014such as keeping a collection of reusable office supplies to share.<\/p>\n
Throughout the year, she organizes office collections for local charities, such as Foodlink and the American Cancer Society\u2019s Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk, and for disaster relief efforts. She has been a representative for the University\u2019s United Way campaign since she joined the University 1998.<\/p>\n
Executive assistant to the dean; special events coordinator Lucy Carroll has demonstrated her commitment to excellence in many ways during the nearly 40 years she has served the University\u2014and she does so with warmth and a sense of humor.<\/p>\n Joining the University in 1978, Carroll held positions in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Department of Surgery before moving to the School of Nursing in 1994.<\/p>\n In addition to managing the dean\u2019s calendar and travel schedule, she fosters a welcoming environment in the dean\u2019s office through her genuine and friendly nature. That\u2019s enabled Carroll to build relationships with many faculty, staff, and students over the years.<\/p>\n \u201cHer commitment to the School of Nursing is second to none. Whether it\u2019s with the faculty, staff, students, donors, or my patients, she works to make everyone\u2019s life easier, better, or more enjoyable. And she certainly does so for mine,\u201d writes School of Nursing Dean Kathy Rideout, in a letter nominating Carroll for the award.<\/p>\n In addition to her front-line role in the dean\u2019s office, Carroll organizes the school\u2019s convocation, accelerated program for non-nurses pinning ceremony, Meliora Weekend events, all-school meetings, academic program orientation, commencement and other events important to the school. She \u201cputs her heart into every detail,\u201d recognizing that some of the events are life-changing to some of the people involved.<\/p>\n Colleagues says Carroll is a consistent partner whose understanding of the school, the Medical Center, and the University has been invaluable to those with whom she works.<\/p>\n \u201cShe makes people feel welcome in all situations, demonstrating sincere empathy, as well as authentic joy,\u201d writes Andrea Allen, director of advancement and alumni relations for the School of Nursing, in a letter of support for the award. \u201cLucy is positive, helpful, and knowledgeable.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Program manager Dependable, knowledgeable, and resourceful are just a few words colleagues use to describe Wendy Keck and the far-reaching impact she\u2019s had at the University.<\/p>\n Keck joined the University in the Department of Orthopaedics in 1973 before moving to Physiology in 1978, where she worked for 17 years. She moved to the Center for Oral Biology in 1999 and took on several leadership positions there. In her current role, she is chief administrator and chief financial officer for one of the largest basic science departments at the University. She manages more than $10 million in extramural research funds annually and coordinates several NIH-funded training programs. In addition, she oversees several centers and facilities, such as the Upstate Stem Cell cGMP Facility, the Center for AIDS Research, and the Genomics Research Center.<\/p>\n \u201cFrom her outstanding management of department resources, to sound guidance and knowledge assisting faculty with extramural funding opportunities, to personnel management and her knack for team building, Wendy is a shining example to follow, particularly for early administrators such as myself,\u201d writes Daisy Bird Geer, finance manager for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.<\/p>\n Colleagues supporting Keck\u2019s nomination repeatedly highlight her willingness to go the extra mile, her constant commitment to improvement and cost savings, and her dedication to the University\u2019s mission and values.<\/p>\n \u201cWendy personifies the sense of community and inclusiveness in the department,\u201d writes Jacques Robert, professor of microbiology and immunology. \u201cShe makes herself always available, has friendly words to everyone, and really cares about the wellbeing of each individual in the department.\u201d<\/p>\n Administrator Barbara Tanski is a professional, dedicated, and caring colleague who is always willing to help. During her two decades of service to the University, her impact has been felt not only among those who work directly with her, but at multiple community organizations that receive donations of money, goods, or services from University faculty and staff.<\/p>\n As administrator in the Office of the Provost, her key responsibilities include managing office purchases, travel reimbursements, and financial accounts for offices that report to the provost. She also tracks academic leaves and makes sure the financials are in order so that faculty are properly compensated, among other responsibilities.<\/p>\n \u201cBarb is truly a dedicated, loyal employee who works relentlessly to make sure the office and people in it have the highest level of support,\u201d writes Gigi DeMita, executive assistant to the provost, who nominated Tanski for the award. \u201cHer tenure over the past two decades is decorated with relationships and moments of service to the University.<\/p>\n \u201cWith her vast knowledge and caring personality, Barb goes out of her way to help find whatever solution is needed,\u201d writes Provost Rob Clark.<\/p>\n Before joining the Provost\u2019s Office, Tanski was the Finance Office manager and administrator to the University controller for nearly 10 years. She often worked extra hours to pull together financial statement files and board materials during audits.\u00a0She is always thinking about ways to save the department money, nominators say, and often finds creative ways to do so\u2014such as keeping a collection of reusable office supplies to share.<\/p>\n Throughout the year, she organizes office collections for local charities, such as Foodlink and the American Cancer Society\u2019s Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk, and for disaster relief efforts. She has been a representative for the University\u2019s United Way campaign since she joined the University 1998.<\/p>\n
\nSchool of Nursing<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p>\nWendy Keck<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n<\/em>Department of Microbiology and Immunology<\/em><\/p>\n<\/h3>\nBarbara Tanski<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n<\/em>Office of the Provost<\/em><\/p>\n
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