Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Felicia ArredondoFelicia Arredondo
Signature Program Representative,University Extension
“Felicia’s attitude is always one of ‘can do’… This behavior is contagious – other
department staff, as well as adjacent department’s staff, have begun to model
her style.”~ Vicki Krantz, Director, Business Mgmt Program
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Portia BibbPortia Bibb
Assistant Director, External Relations,Graduate School of IR/PS
“Portia radiates joy, kindness, generosity and optimism. She is the best of our
community, and this has translated into resounding success for our School.”
~ Deborah Morrison, Assistant Dean
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
April BjornsenApril Bjornsen
Manager, Graduate Student Admissions,Office of Graduate Studies
“Her sense of responsibility, willingness to help others, and friendly manner promote a positive environment in the office and
with departments across campus.”~ Tim Johnston, Assistant Dean
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Mary BrownMary Brown
Administrative Specialist, Office of Contract & Grant Administration
“Mary’s volunteer involvement in community service allows her to share her
experiences and personal success at UCSD, and to encourage others to attain their dreams and success to the best of
their abilities.”~ Pamela Alexander, Assistant Director
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Robert BuffingtonRobert Buffington
Programmer Analyst,Center for Research in Language
“Bob is unfailingly cheerful, with a wry, often self-deprecating sense of humor.
This lightens the mood of everyone in the lab and contributes to the friendly
cooperative atmosphere…”~ Scott Makeig, Research Scientist/Director SCCN
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Laurie CastilloLaurie Castillo
Student Affairs Assistant,Rady School of Management
“She is unfailingly positive when working with students and student organizations,
providing a high level of service while being mindful of policies and procedures.”
~ JoAnne Starr, Assistant Dean, MBA Programs
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Brian ChurchwellBrian Churchwell
Lead Programmer Analyst,Rady School of Management“Brian’s calm demeanor and attentiveness,
as well as his past results, combine to reassure his customers that their problem will be promptly addressed and resolved.”
~ Delbert Foit, Continuing Educator
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Karen CorderoKaren Cordero
Assistant Program Manager,Rady School of Management“While never shy about suggesting creative
approaches to a challenge, she is particularly good at listening to others’
viewpoints and forging paths of compromise.”
~ Clark Jordan, Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Education
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Tommy DuongTommy Duong
Programmer Analyst,Electrical & Computer Engineering
“Without Tommy’s unique skills and knowledge, patience, creativity and
persistence for excellence, the department would not be as automated or
well managed as we are.”~ Edgar Hodge, Programmer Analyst
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Olivia FernandezOlivia Fernandez
Financial Administration Specialist,Beyster Institute, Rady School of Management
“She approaches all of her responsibilities with optimism, a willingness to pitch in
and help with any project, and a contagious sense of humor.”
~ Ronald Bernstein, Deputy Director/CFO
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Veronica GarciaVeronica Garcia
Fiscal Assistant,Rady School of Management
“She wishes to make a real, positive difference at UCSD and wishes to
contribute to the development of others.”~ Bill Cherom, Assistant Dean
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Jill GibsonJill Gibson
Assistant Director of Development,Rady School of Management“Jill doesn’t hide her knowledge but shares
her secrets so that others at UCSD can share in a similar outcome.”
~ Graig Eastin, Senior Director of Development
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Cheryl HileCheryl Hile
Fund Administrator,Computer Science & Engineering
“Cheryl displays a tremendous can-do attitude and her competence and
proactive execution comes with an incredible capacity as a team player.”
~ Rajesh Gupta, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Kim-Loan HuynhKim-Loan Huynh
Academic Personnel Specialist,Division of Biological Sciences
“Kim cares for us postdocs as if we were part of her own family.”
~ Uwe Schumann, Postdoc
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Hedi JafariHedi Jafari
Financial Manager,Theatre & Dance
“He is extremely well-liked and respected by his peers and coworkers, who
frequently approach him for advice regarding a large range of issues, both
personal and professional.”~ Mark Maltby, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Davyda JohnsonDavyda Johnson
Human Resources Coordinator,Education Studies
“Davyda’s superb communication skills have been of tremendous help in keeping the department updated and informed of
pending and existing issues…”~ Jill Rowe, Financial Manager
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Harriet KounavesHarriet Kounaves
Academic Personnel Manager,Jacobs School of Engineering
“As Dean it is extraordinary to find a staff member who relieves you of the details…
I never knew how easy academic personnel could be until Harriett joined
our office.”~ Frieder Seible, Dean
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Josef KuceraJosef Kucera
Recording Engineer,Music
“Each of us in the Music department at UCSD has experienced moments of musical enlightenment through Mr.
Kucera’s interventions in recording.”~ Steven Schick, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Matthew KullbergMatthew Kullberg
Manager, IT Support,San Diego Supercomputer Center
“Matt continually develops his staff members, lifting them up and
encouraging them… His personal work ethic sets a standard you can see his
employees strive to emulate.”~ Fran Berman, Director
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Melissa La BouffMelissa La Bouff
Events Coordinator, Insititute for International, Comparative & Area Studies
“Melissa has impressed is with her uncommon ability to juggle multiple competing projects with a calm and
professional poise.”~ Gershon Shafir, Director
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Trudy LaDueTrudy LaDue
Executive Assistant to the Provost,Muir College Provost’s Office“She is particularly sensitive to the needs of
new, younger staff members, and devotes considerable time and effort to mentoring
those under her supervision.”~ Susan Smith, Provost
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Sarah LeonSarah Leon
Student Affairs Coordinator,Center for Iberian & Latin American Studies
“Sarah’s spirit of collaboration makes her excel in a team environment.”
~ Martha Salinas, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Kelly MaheuKelly Maheu
Assistant Director, Academic Compensation, Academic Personnel
“Kelly is outstanding in her ability to provide support and guidance in a very
uplifting manner. She shares her expertise in a way that is both motivating
and growth enhancing.”~ June Petersen, Business Officer, Philosophy
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
M'Lissa MichelsonM'Lissa Michelson
Manager, Human Resources and Payroll,Electrical & Computer Engineering
“M’Lissa cares about the faculty and administrative staff, cares about our lives,
cares if we are happy at UCSD, she is a great listener and we all confide in her.”
~ Gabriel Rebeiz, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Shanley MillerShanley Miller
Financial Manager,Chemistry / Biochemistry
“Many members of her staff have told me that they have learned more under her than ever and how she expresses joy in
their success.”~ Marjorie Hardy, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Antonio MoraAntonio Mora
Senior Animal Technician,Psychology
“Antonio is an outstanding employee, a quick and efficient worker, a great
department citizen… He is always positive and willing to take care of any and every
unexpected task that comes his way.”~ Michael Gorman, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Mira MorseMira Morse
Data Manager,Jacobs School of Engineering
“Mira is positively influencing our work environment by improving the foundation
of our university – the work flow, communication systems and
organization.”~ Adam DiProfio, Director, Budget & Planning
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Janie Orwig-SacchettiJanie Orwig-Sacchetti
Senior Animal Technician,Animal Care Program“She is efficient, organized and adaptive to
the needs of individual investigators.”~ Cynthia Snyder, MD, Assistant Research Scientist
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Luis PalaciosLuis Palacios
Programmer Analyst,Center for Research in Language“He is always available to answer questions
and provide technical support to students, staff, visitors and academics”
~ Emelia Marapao-Rivera, HR Administrative Assistant
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Suzanne PattiSuzanne Patti
Staff HR Manager,Rady School of Management
“She is a constant source of stability and sound judgment and an absolute pleasure
to work with on a daily basis.”~ Frances Stanko, Administrative/Instructional Coordinator
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Margaret PaulsonMargaret Paulson
Project Assistant,Center for Research in Language
“She is a good example for all of us to incorporate environmentally safe
practices in the workplace.”~ Shelley Marquez, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Scott PaulsonScott Paulson
Library Assistant,Geisel Library
“Scott’s everyday approach to improvements at the workplace has a
great impact at no financial cost.”~ Jane Peterson, Program Representative, Stuart Collection
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Daphne PleasantDaphne Pleasant
Cashiering Manager,University Extension
“Daphne played a key role in recognizing the problems and deficiencies we were facing and identifying the end results
we were hoping to achieve.”~ Yuki Marsden, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Heather PrattHeather Pratt
Executive Assistant to the Dean,Biological Sciences Dean’s Office
“Her excellent attitude and dedication to the needs of the office, whatever they may be, make her a truly exemplary
employee.”~ Suresh Subramani, Interim Dean
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Karen RobertsKaren Roberts
Web Developer,University Extension“In each interaction with her counterparts,
she models behavior and sets a tone that inspires teamwork and the positive
treatment of others.”~ Benjamin Johnson, Web Marketing Manager
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Lea SapinosoLea Sapinoso
Administrative Assistant,Rady School of Management
“Lea has truly become a master multi-tasker, often assisting multiple
departments. She always completes these various tasks
with grace and a smile.”~ Gladys Selfridge, Dean's Executive Assistant
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Gladys SelfridgeGladys Selfridge
Dean’s Executive Assistant,Rady School of Management
“She is a person who believes in possibilities and takes the action needed to achieve goals – both for herself and
others – and we are all richer for having her in our lives.”
~ Maria Lofftus, Chief of Staff
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Reyna StallingsReyna Stallings
IAEP Programs Coordinator, Insititute for International, Comparative & Area Studies
“Reyna is a natural team member and always works to bring the morale up on
whatever project she is working on.”~ Christi Gilhoi, Director, International House
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Lois StewartLois Stewart
Graduate Program Officer,Mathematics
“She is the ‘go-to’ person in the department when a task is
overwhelmingly complicated and requires a highly
detailed organization plan.”~ Nancy Hartley, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Yongxuan SuYongxuan Su
Senior Development Engineer,Chemistry / Biochemistry
“His hard work, dedication and expertise has directly contributed to the research success of many individuals at U.C. San
Diego”~ Seth Cohen, Assistant Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Robert SundbergRobert Sundberg
Senior Animal Technician,Psychology“His attitude is unfailingly positive and he is
always willing to accept any other work as needed, rearranging the rest of his
schedule to ensure its timely completion.”~ Peter Hinkley, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Ann TatroAnn Tatro
Payroll/Personnel and HR Assistant,Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
“Ann projects a positive image of the department to the larger UCSD
community by being a role model as an employee where she provides an
exceptionally high level of service.”~ Debra Ambrose, Manager, Academic Affairs & HR
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Giselle Van LuitGiselle Van Luit
Student Affairs Officer,Education Studies
“Giselle volunteers her time and energy to all facets of our program, and takes a
creative look at our ongoing processes to keep them streamlined and effective.”
~ Pamela Fruge, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Jackie VignesJackie Vignes
Project Assistant,Division of Biological Sciences
“…it’s not only Jackie’s unusually high standard of excellence and
professionalism that’s deserving of recognition; it’s also the exceptionally
human way she does her job.”~ James Posakony, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Julie VitaleJulie Vitale
Program Advisor, Insititute for International, Comparative & Area Studies
“Her positive and friendly demeanor and consistently cheerful attitude infuse our
daily work environment with a contagious spirit of camaraderie.”
~ Diana Wilder, Business Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Richard WeymouthRichard Weymouth
Principal Electronics Technician,Division of Biological Sciences
“He is very hardworking, kind and dedicated. Also, Rich is always looking for a way to make things simpler/faster/more
efficient.”~ Julia Dyachok, Postdoctoral Fellow
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Julie WilliamsJulie Williams
Business Officer,Linguistics“She has an impeccably professional sense
and approach to her job: she has a fundamental understanding of what is required for the greater good and
maintains her focus on that.”~ John Moore, Chair
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Eric WilliamsonEric Williamson
Programmer/Systems Administrator,Rady School of Management
“He has a strong sense of empathy for his customers and genuinely cares about making their work lives a little better.”
~ Erik Nelson, Chief Technology Officer
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Van WongVan Wong
Development Engineer,Bioengineering
“Van has a pleasingly optimistic attitude towards all tasks at hand, and this quality has been both comforting and helpful to
individual in a fast-paced research environment.”
~ Robert Sah, Professor
Academic Affairs 2007 Star PerformerAcademic Affairs 2007 Star Performer
Heather Fowler ZionHeather Fowler Zion
Academic Files Coordinator,Literature
“Heather’s extraordinary dedication to her work and the effort she puts into all tasks
she is asked to perform make her an exceptional colleague and a respected
member of our department.”~ Don Wayne, Chair