Wake Tech Kudos

Wake Tech Kudos is an initiative to show gratitude and praise for the hard work of faculty, staff and students. Express your appreciation by publicly acknowledging those who go above and beyond and are making a difference at the college.

Did a student at Wake Tech show exemplary qualities that you believe should be recognized? Did a faculty member help others in some outstanding way by providing a positive experience? Did a staff member positively impact your day? Compliment them with a Wake Tech Kudos!


 

All submissions are reviewed
prior to publication.

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Barrett McGehee
Thank you for always responding quickly and being as persistent as me in finding a resolution. You have been a tremendous help, and I really appreciate you taking the time to not only help me but to also teach me. You and your team rock!
By: Samantha Brown
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Melody Cooper, Melanie Morgan and Melody Owens
Thank you for stepping up to pilot our ACES expansion this semester. Your willingness to support the college's mission while providing personalized support to ENG-111 students is greatly appreciated!

Lisa, Amanda & Kelli
By: Kelli Keltz
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Melody Owens and Elena Fleggas
Thanks to Melody Owens for stepping up to help Elena Fleggas with SKD this academic year! We are grateful for the strong leadership that you both will bring to our English Honor Society!

Lisa, Kelli & Amanda
By: Kelli Keltz
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Rebecca O'Sullivan and Gabrielle Volstad
Thanks to Rebecca O'Sullivan and Gabrielle Volstad for stepping up and taking over The Wake Review! We are confident you will be excellent advisors for our wonderful literary magazine and are excited to see what our students have in store this academic year!

Lisa, Amanda & Kelli
By: Kelli Keltz
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Eileen Sweeney
Thanks to Eileen Sweeney for sharing her ENG-273 research and resources with a colleague new to teaching the course this semester. Your collegiality and generosity are greatly appreciated!

Kelli, Amanda & Lisa
By: Kelli Keltz
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Julie Stamey
WOW! Thank you so much for your willingness to help out and learn something new. Your support and efforts to learn new processes have made a difference. I'm hoping the learning curve is on the downslope, but regardless, you've proven that you're up for the challenge.
By: Monica Gemperlein
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Leah Baldwin
Your assistance with answering questions and training our team as we merge the two Cosmetology departments together has been incredible! Thank you so much for all of your help. We couldn't have done it without you.
By: Monica Gemperlein
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Jessie Fabela
Thank you, Jessie, for all of your tech support help. Jessie always does a great job of helping our crew. Glad you're here at Wake Tech!
By: Davis Smith
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Cameron Parker
Thank you to Cameron Parker for always going above and beyond to be more than helpful. He never disappoints to exceed the best IT service. There is no issue that Cameron cannot resolve. He's always very kind, patient and efficient. I appreciate you very much.
By: Isabel Urena
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Donna Jeffries
I appreciate how you look out for the department in selfless ways. Thank you for keeping our operations humming, especially in a pinch. You are a true asset to our Wake Tech community and a gift to our students and your colleagues!
By: Anna Squeri
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Kelli Keltz
Thank you for going above and beyond for the student and assisting the CCP Office, which was advocating on the student's behalf! Teamwork makes the dream work, so thank you for the assist and for doing it with a smile!
By: Lauren Blanchette
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Muffy Vestal
For supporting to keep our students on track for completion.
By: Michael Coleman
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Al Brewer
For reminding us how to Reach 'n Rally.
By: Michael Coleman
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Ashley Ughetta
Thank you for your guidance and support with all of my questions about the technical aspects of data collection during the transition of the REAL Center to the English Tutoring and Learning Center!
By: Sarah Keeley
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Erin Hall
An overdue Kudos to Erin Hall for her PD Workshop for the Escape Room presentation – a fun and innovative exercise to increase student engagement. Career Services utilized this tool at a Boys & Girls Club career exploration event this year, and the students were excited to participate! THANK YOU!
By: Sandra Kamholz
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Professor Mike Lora
I haven't known him long, but I really appreciate his positivity and the learning environment he creates in his classroom.
By: Chelsea Markley
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Jessica Tucker
JT is an amazing coach, educator and individual. She truly embodies what it means to be a mentor. As an instructor, JT keeps her class engaged and encouraged while teaching based on her own experiences. She has helped me through some of the toughest challenges imaginable. I can't thank her enough!
By: Ashley Martin
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Lee Babin, Gabrielle Volstad, Melanie Morgan and Amanda Sinodis
Thank you for dedicating your time to informing students about the English Tutoring and Learning Center at this semester's Resource Fair!
By: Beth Keeley
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Andrea Blount
Thank you for sending me information about scholarships.
By: Tasasha-Renee Battle
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Henry Van Gils
Henry is amazing person and is thoughtful and kind.
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Alan Leigh and Veterans Services Staff
Having knowledgeable guidance, especially from Alan, has been extremely helpful going through every process at Wake Tech!
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Erik Sugg
Many thanks to Erik Sugg for all of his assistance in helping me convert all my WBL Bb shells to Bb Ultra! He was extremely helpful and patient in answering all my questions and providing assistance to my WBL Faculty Coordinators.
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Nichole Williams
The library research orientations you taught to my 112 students were awesome. Thank you so much. As always, you were so enthusiastic and organized, and they found these sessions so helpful.
By: Elena Fleggas
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Kaniesha Wiggins
Thank you, Kaniesha, for being so responsive to my adjunct faculty's needs. Your quick actions helped him achieve his goals and helped me retain a good instructor, which benefits our students.
By: Jennifer Simmons-Bage
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Humanities Department professors
I'm incredibly grateful for the chance to apply for the Golden LEAF Scholarship. This would not only lighten the financial burden on my journey at Wake Tech but also inspire me to work even harder to achieve my dreams. Thank you for believing in my potential.
By: Kelly Myers