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Monthly YES Recognition Winners
New York City - May
Meghan Jordan, Residential Life, New York*
Recognized by Lauren Whitman, Student Affairs, New York City
Thank you for stepping in and helping unload the massive 8000 pound delivery of food for our pantry! This was an incredible help -- it took many hands to tackle the piles and piles of heavy boxes and we appreciate your willingness. The pantry is so much closer to being ready for students in September because of you!
*Alemoh Abraham, Michael Cordova, Gaby DiRusso, Christina Heredia and Grace Sallee were also nominated. Meghan Jordan was the winner of the random gift card drawing.
Westchester - May
Michael Tales, Athletics and Recreation, Westchester
Recognized by Elijah Temple, Student, Westchester
Michael is respectful, professional and accountable.
Yes I Make It Happen Monthly Nominees
All Employees recognized in the month of May 2025 (PDF)
Previous University鈥揥ide Monthly YES Winners
April 2025
Jose Najarro, Human Resources, New York
Recognized by Sue Maxam, Office of the Provost, New York City/Westchester: Hello Team HR!! CONGRATS and THANKS for coordinating such wonderful uplifting and super-well-organized and energizing award ceremonies!! I know I speak on behalf of the entire 桃瘾社区 community when I say they were truly appreciated! I know a huge amount of behind-the-scenes planning goes into putting these events together so kudos to all of you!!
Alexis Thompson, Athletics and Recreation, Westchester
Recognized by Sara Hukkanen, Student Affairs, Westchester: Thank you for the extra time and effort you put in especially outside the usual 9-5 to ensure the Valedictorian and Opportunitas speaker applicants were evaluated fairly and equitably. Even with more than five days of technical issues, you kept the process on track and met the deadline. While working some nights and weekends is part of the job, your dedication during this crunch time truly upheld the integrity of the selection process and clearly reflects your commitment to our students.
March 2025
Megan MacMeekin, Development and Alumni Relations, New York
Recognized by Megan Brown, Student Engagement, Westchester: Thank you so much for all your assistance in making the 11th annual Women's Leadership Conference a success! Without your time and dedication we would not have been able to host the biggest WLC in its history. Thank you again!
Wen Xi, Residential Life, Westchester
Recognized by Sara Hukkanen, Student Affairs, Pleasantville: I truly value your involvement in the 2025 桃瘾社区 Pleasantville Campus Wellbeing Fair. Your contributions were essential to the event's success helping to cultivate an informative atmosphere focused on health and wellness. Thank you for your commitment to promoting well-being and for the effort you invested in making the event engaging. I look forward to future collaborations aimed at fostering a healthier campus together.
February 2025
Vicki Williams, Office of the Registrar, New York
Recognized by Siobhan McLoughlin, Centralized Advising, New York City: Vicki goes above and beyond in supporting our students in Lubin and our advisement staff. Thank you Vicki for everything you do!
Nancy Harrison, College of Health Professions, Westchester
Recognized by Erica Gentles, College of Health Professions, Pleasantville: Due to the inclement weather and the delayed opening, the Simulation Center had to pivot to online format. Nancy Harrison and Nancy Owen did such a great job in providing the students a great experience.
January 2025
Dana Burr, Career Services/Employer Relations, New York
Recognized by Joanna Verlezza, Residential Life, Pleasantville: Dana and his team鈥檚 presentation to our RA staff at RA training was informative and interactive. Our RAs and professional staff left the presentation rejuvenated and excited about partnering with Career Services in the future. They felt like Dana took their suggestions seriously and used the time to garner very important feedback. Overall, the session was very impactful!
Jack Brown, Undergraduate Admissions, Westchester
Recognized by Alycia Alvarez, Welcome Center, Pleasantville: Thank you for always supporting the Welcome Center and leading the team through the first basketball event. The coordinators and I appreciate all your help! It is such a pleasure to work with you! Thank you again Jack. You're awesome!!!
December 2024
Zafir Buraei, Biology, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, New York
Recognized by Jacklyn Kopel, Honors College, New York: Thank you for teaching an Honors class this semester! We appreciate your time and dedication to our students. Happy holidays!
Shannon Kowalski, Office of the Registrar
Recognized by Jacklyn Kopel, Honors College, New York: Thank you for everything you have done for Honors this semester! It is a pleasure working with you. We appreciate all the help you have given us and our students. Thanks again and happy holidays!