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Kudos

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!

 

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Stephanie Squarciafico
I just want to recognize the excellent training that Stephanie is giving the new hires in Admission Records. Sitting right in front of her, I can hear how clear, patient and thorough she is when explaining things. She is setting them up for success and making a real difference in our department!
By: Missy Freeman
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Alex Doria, Justin Eatmon, Monique Harris, Sarah Keeley, Faye Stall and Morgan Thompson
Thank you for stepping up to work in the English Teaching & Learning Center on Fridays. Your willingness to support our students on the last day of the work week is greatly appreciated!

Amanda, Lisa, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Steven Byrd
Thank you for your willingness to answer questions – even in the evening hours – and for helping your colleagues adjust to teaching synchronous online classes. Your willingness to support your colleagues as they begin teaching in a new modality is greatly appreciated!

Amanda, Lisa, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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My mom
Thank you! Thank you for giving up so much of your life so I could have mine.
By: Kamenga Muanji
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Patrick Williams
Thank you, Patrick, for taking the time to mentor a colleague on Perusall today. Your willingness to share what you have learned to help your colleague create a more engaging and collaborative experience in the online learning environment is greatly appreciated!

Kelli, Lisa, Amanda & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Kimberly Shoulars
Thank you, Kimberly, for staying last week to present to WECHS parents about being successful in ENG-111. Your willingness to represent our department in helping parents understand how best to support their students is greatly appreciated!

Amanda, Lisa, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Dental Hygiene staff
A big thank you to the Dental Hygiene Department for working together to reorganize the storeroom and put away supplies even while being down a support staff member. Your teamwork and dedication do not go unnoticed. You all rock!
Anonymous
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Tori Halbert, Tonisha Smith and Elena Fleggas
Thank you for proposing the "Wake Tech Writing Bank," a new database of A-level student writing samples from across the disciplines! This new resource will be valuable in providing students with models of successful writing regardless of subject.

Lisa, Brad, Amanda & Kelli
By: Kelli Keltz
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Tracey Kearns
I wanted to shout out my supervisor for being the person she is. Tracey is the best supervisor I have ever had in all my years of working. She wears her heart on her sleeve.
Anonymous
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My mother, siblings and best friend
Thank you to my loved ones for being here every step of the way and getting me through the hard times.
By: Madison Solomon
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India Diaz and Sherry Forbes
Thank you, India and Sherry, for doing a terrific job at getting 11 new adjunct ENG faculty hired and onboarded for the Fall 2025 semester. We know your jobs can be overwhelming, and we appreciate all that you both do to support our department and division!

Amanda, Lisa, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Lori Dees & Lee Babin
Thank you, Lori and Lee, for stepping up and volunteering to represent the English Department at the TLC welcome table on Southern Wake Campus last week. Your positive energy and ongoing efforts to have a positive impact on student success are exemplary!

Lisa, Kelli, Amanda & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Cynthia B. Neighbors
Thank you, Cindy, for the collegiality and support you offered to a newly hired colleague during our recent department meeting. Your kind and thoughtful presence made a meaningful difference and exemplifies the spirit of care and collaboration that we value so deeply at Wake Tech!

Kelli, Lisa, Amanda & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Spencer Tart
In a very busy first week of classes, Spencer stepped in to help with classroom AV tickets, a new projection screen installation, instructor AV guidance and a lot more. He did this in addition to his normal daily work. Spencer is a delight to work with and to all he interacts with!
By: James Benedict
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Michael Draxinger
Michael was quick to act, efficient, very relatable and fixed my issue in no time at all. This guy is indispensable to Eastern Wake Campus as he is the only IT personnel there, and he goes above and beyond what is required from him: He deserves a full-time position, no doubt about it!
By: Luc Dunoyer
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James Madanji & Ryan Obman
We had an issue with the podium during a full staff meeting where multiple presentations were scheduled to take place. James was quick to find someone to help us, and Ryan came down and got us back up and running within minutes. Thank you both so very much!!
By: Rayna Langdon
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Brandon Foster
Professor Foster helped me see how capable I truly am. He made learning biology enjoyable and presented it in a way that I could fully grasp, which gave me the confidence that I had mastered the material. He ensured every student was given the same opportunities, and he told me I should be proud of myself – something I rarely hear.
By: Caitlin Marsh
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Bill Chambers
Big thanks to Bill for jumping in over the summer to help onboard our new teammate, Kendra Faulkner, and for covering for faculty when needed. Your teamwork and willingness to step up make a huge difference. Thank you, Bill!
By: Kobie Joyner
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Gabrielle Volstad
Thank you, Gabrielle, for creating a video for the ENG Department that shows faculty how to set up a synchronous class on Teams. Your willingness to support your colleagues as they begin teaching in a new modality is greatly appreciated.

Lisa, Amanda, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Patrick B. Williams
I want to say thank you to Professor Williams for being such a great and helpful professor to both me and my friends who have taken his classes.
Anonymous
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Pat Vandawalker
Pat is always so friendly and joyous when working with our students and staff. Pat's smile and friendly greeting always brighten up the day!
By: Davis Smith
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Melanie Morgan
Thank you, Melanie, for the flexibility you demonstrated in helping the ENG Department meet enrollment needs recently. Your willingness to change your teaching schedule on short notice and come in on an additional day each week is greatly appreciated!

Lisa, Amanda, Kelli and Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Nicklaus Denning
Thank you, Nick, for your strong leadership and collegial spirit. The mentorship you are providing to our new faculty teaching ENG-110, as well as your willingness to adapt your online course for multiple modalities so that it can be shared, is greatly appreciated!

Lisa, Amanda, Kelli & Brad
By: Kelli Keltz
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Lanaya Hatcher
Going above and beyond to provide budget numbers! Thanks so much!
By: Todd Lyden
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Christina Sobrido
A big THANK YOU to Christina for stopping what she was doing and helping me. I am sure she was trying to meet timelines too. My pressure was not hers, but she understood what was happening and really helped me. I can't say thank you enough!
By: Samantha Brown