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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Dr. Sara Rutzky
Dr. Rutzky has been an outstanding instructor! She is very passionate about instructing as well as about the material itself. She promotes a very welcoming and encouraging learning environment and goes above and beyond to help her students learn.
By: Garrett Payne
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Nicklaus Denning, Ela Browder and David Phillips
Thank you for the time and effort put into the English Showcase Committee this year! The award ceremony could never have happened without you, and working together has been a joy. The care you have for students and their writing is inspiring, and know that the students felt that as well. We did it!
By: Gabrielle Volstad
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Print Shop staff
You all are incredible! Thank you so much for helping The Wake Review and English Showcase team get all magazines, certificates and sheets printed. This service is so important, and you make sure that we are able to have the best printed items, even when it is the final hour. You are appreciated!
By: Gabrielle Volstad
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Donna Jeffries
On April 21, for the Beauty & Hair Career Fair, we were running low on ink pens for the students. I went downstairs to the receptionist's desk and asked Donna for some pens. Without hesitation, she gave me a handful and did not require that they be replenished. I appreciate her generosity and help.
By: Gloria Debnam
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Kimberly Smalls-McDougal
On several occasions, I have needed the advice/assistance of an academic advisor. I frequently lean on Kim because, when her Teams light is green and even sometimes yellow and I call, she answers! She is patient with me and is always willing to help me out with a student. THANK U Kim - U Da BEST!
By: Gloria Debnam
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Wes Harlow
I don't think Wes stands still. He's always in motion. I appreciate his calm demeanor and willingness to help whenever I am in a pinch. If he can find a way, he is going to make it happen. Need chairs? Need water? Need snacks? Forgot to request it? #YIKES. Thank you, Wes, for being AWEmazing! :)
By: Gloria Debnam
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Chad Prince
Thank you, Chad! You went above and beyond to help the PHSC C5 Committee with our Sips Around the World booklet, and it is much appreciated!
By: Samantha Gottlich
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Skip King, Lonette Mims, Gabby McCutchen, Julie Reichbach, Chad Ray, Shemika Bell, LeeAnn Spaulding, LaKisha Thompson-Skinner, Jamie Wicker, BJ Thomas, Joy Curry, Jacqueline Sills, Dimitria Harding and Maya Budihardjo
Thank you all so much for your support and dedication to the cross-campus Toy Drive benefiting the children of the Mothers and Their Children (MATCH) program at NCCIW. Your extra efforts truly made a difference and played a key role in the success of the drive!
By: Faith Palmer
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Anderlynn Bess
She was very professional and understanding while I was somewhat panicking about what I didn't know was a minor issue in the system. I really appreciated that.
By: Decordia Johnson
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Jack LaFrankie
Jack's been going above and beyond with CCP students: staying late with students who walk in right at 5, always volunteering to help and being a resource for those helping CCP students. Everyone on campus applauds all he does for RTP and CCP.
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Renee Mireles
For each graduation ceremony, students get a diploma cover with an information letter inserted in the diploma cover. Renee volunteered to insert all 930 letters in the diploma covers. She completed the task within a few hours. Thank you for volunteering and for being a great team player!!
By: Deborah Whitley
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Renee Mireles
Thank you, Renee, for volunteering your time to assist in prepping 930 diploma cases in one day for graduation! Stuffing diploma cases may not seem like much, but the diploma case is the one thing that each student gets to hold at the end of graduation. Kudos to you!
By: Brittany Smith
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Nick Bowden
Thank you, Nick, for your flexibility with your Fall 2025 schedule. Your willingness to help me out after a scheduling snafu is so very appreciated.
By: Lisa Martin
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Danielle Parsons
Danielle answered to the call of duty, after she had clocked out for the day, to help a staff member and panicked CCP student. She reassured the student and school counselor of the student's next steps and reminded them they had plenty of time before registration begins. Way to stay cool under pressure!
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Bria Sinclair King
Bria goes above and beyond every day, and I want to publicly thank her for being an amazing advisor!
By: Silas Johnson
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Bria Sinclair King
I want to let you know how much your kindness and support mean to me and all the SGA members. Your advice, care and willingness to be there for us have touched our hearts in ways words can hardly describe. You have made a positive difference in our lives, and I am truly grateful for everything!
By: Karolaine Nunes dos Reis
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Silas Johnson, Milena Alvarez, Cricket Wellum, Elle Ruiz, Deepson Tamang, Sanai McCoy, Karolaine Reis, Brittany Young, Sehyun Park, Cornelia Roata and Cale Rogoyski
Kudos to our amazing SGA members who attended the N4CSGA Spring Conference in Raleigh this past weekend! Your dedication and leadership were on full display, and we're proud to celebrate your success in passing two motions! Thank you for representing Wake Tech!
By: Bria King
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Michael Draxinger
I was having an issue with my QLess page loading in Microsoft edge, and Mike showed how to clear the browser history so my page can load. He listened to my issue and me venting about not getting help the day prior. He showed great customer service.
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Tonisha Smith
Thank you for going above and beyond your responsibilities in the English TLC this week!
By: Beth Keeley
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Maryia Marks
I just wanted to take a moment to thank Maryia for being such a supportive and fun co-worker. Your positivity and teamwork make everything so much better, and I really appreciate all the help you've given me. Looking forward to more great work together!
By: Bria King
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Daniela Rebong, Milena Alvarez, Cricket Wellum, Cale Rogoyski, Adrian Rodriguez, Cornelia Roata, Sydney Davis, William Guevara, Silas Johnson, Javhon Holloway, Khadija Mohammed, Natalia Reyes and Sanai McCoy
Thank you to all the SGA members who came out to help with the mosaic tile painting event! Your time and effort made the event a success, and I truly appreciate your support. You all are the best!
By: Bria King
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Daniela Rebong
I wanted to take a moment to personally thank Dani for her incredible work on the SGA legacy gift mosaic tile art project. Your creativity, dedication and leadership have truly brought this vision to life, creating a meaningful and lasting contribution to our community. Thanks for being awesome!
By: Bria King
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Tammy Albright, Ellen Horne, Sherri Dunn and Charmaine Parker
Thank you for going above and beyond in explaining everything you teach! A student recently reached out to share their appreciation for your passion for your field. They specifically praised you for your dedication to student success and for truly caring about their learning experience.
By: Constance Best
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Professor Morgan Thompson
I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to even attend college. For a long time, college was not an option for me. I hope to make the best of this opportunity and to one day help others the way I have been helped.
By: Savannah Cooke
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Brittany Hochstaetter & Chad McKenzie
Fantastic work planning and organizing the ITC conference! The sessions were top-notch. Your hard work really paid off — well done!
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