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Yesterday, the ¾­µä´ó¹Ï community reunited for our annual Convocation ceremony. This event not only celebrated the arrival of Fall Term but also welcomed new faculty and staff members, who met to prepare for a new academic year beginning Sept. 27. The ceremony also highlights the dedication and contributions of ¾­µä´ó¹Ï faculty and staff. In recognition of their commitment to both the University and its students, several employees received special recognition during the ceremony. Awards presented this year include: ¾­µä´ó¹Ï Rising Faculty Scholar Award: Dr. Amber Lancaster, Associate Professor in Communication ¾­µä´ó¹Ï Foundation Faculty Achievement Awards: Rachelle Barrett, Instructor in Medical Laboratory Science, and Jared Emard, Professor in Management ¾­µä´ó¹Ï Foundation Excellence in Teaching Awards: Kristy Weidman, Associate Business Professor in Management, and Dr. David Johnston, Instructor in Physics Classified Staff Award: Jason Tucker, Medical Equipment Technologist in the College of Health, Arts, and Sciences, and Ashley Van Essen, Public Information Representative President’s Staff Award: Cindy Stripling, Admissions Department Coordinator Student Affairs Most Valuable Partner Award: Anna Clark, Assistant Director in the Budget Office, and Kelly Sullivan, Academic Advising and Retention Coordinator in Retention Services Thank you to all of our faculty and staff. We look forward to a great academic year!