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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Jackie Kilberg

I was on Western Wake Campus for an appointment and needed to complete some work before heading back to Scott Northern Wake Campus. Jackie pulled me out of the mail room (where I was answering student emails), showed me around the library and offered me coffee and a quiet place to work. What a lovely, warm welcome!

By: Kate Jones

Oct, 25, 2023

Pat Vandawalker

Pat is always 110%! She is an excellent team player and helps everyone! Her attitude and spirit are positive in every way! She genuinely cares about our students!

By: Andi Whitley

Oct, 25, 2023

Dana Rubadou

Dana, thank you so much for all of your assistance in DSS. You are always so helpful and do all that you can for the students as well as the faculty. I truly appreciate your positive attitude whenever I reach out.

By: Sue Grieb

Oct, 24, 2023

Elena Fleggas and Mary Beth Wolverton

Congratulations on inducting 29 students to Wake Tech's Zeta Eta chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta, the English Honor Society for Two-Year Colleges. We thank you for your hard work in hosting this beautiful event and for your commitment in serving as SKD co-advisors!

Tara, Lisa, Amanda & Kelli

By: Kelli Keltz

Oct, 23, 2023

Jessie Fabela

Thank you, Jessie. You have helped with me so many computer issues – and always with a smile. You are a fantastic addition to the ITS department!

By: Melanie Fraites

Oct, 20, 2023

Andrea Blount

Ms. Blount in Financial Aid has been extremely helpful each time I’ve spoken with her. She really cares about the students' success, and that means a lot. She’s also been very kind, and I appreciate that.

By: Cassie Mitchels

Oct, 19, 2023

Evelyn Gomez

I want to say a big THANK YOU to Evelyn Gomez, who works on the Wake Tech ITS Helpdesk. She always helps our ESL students with any technical issues. She goes above and beyond to help whenever needed. Thank you for all of your dedication, effort and time! We really appreciate everything that you do!

Anonymous

Oct, 18, 2023

Mariah Best and Karen Jetton

A huge thank you to Mariah Best and Karen Jetton for their participation at Fall Open House. Mariah presented "What Can I Do With This Major?" and both Karen and Mariah managed the Business Administration table answering questions and representing our department in FINE fashion!

By: Donna Hawkins

Oct, 18, 2023

Shawnda Holley

Shawnda Holley was my instructor for BUS-110 for Fall 2023 semester, and I wanted to thank her for being such a great instructor. She gave lots of encouragement throughout the semester, and I appreciated the way she structured her communication, keeping us on track and task for this eight-week course.

By: Beverly House

Oct, 18, 2023

Joy Curry

On two recent occasions, Joy and her staff met with us and explained the scholarship application processes. Understanding these processes allows us to track a student's progress and provide assistance if needed. This ensures the scholarship student(s) will be registered on time!

By: Jeffrey Merritt

Oct, 18, 2023

Wes Harlow

A huge THANK YOU to Event Coordinator Wes Harlow, who always goes above and beyond to help make our IPCSGD Lunch & Learns happen! He always takes extra time to help us, and he is an amazing role model via his kindness and enthusiasm! WTCC and IPCSGD are lucky to have you!

By: Claire McElvaney

Oct, 17, 2023

Courtney Boney

Special shout out to you and your staff for helping us locate a seat in an upcoming Motorcycle class. The student and his family had hit several bumps when enrolling, and your assistance made all the difference.

By: Monica Gemperlein

Oct, 16, 2023

Dr. Jenifer Wolkowski

Thank you for working so hard already on the LAFIT Team for faculty and staff, and thank you for presenting such a great opportunity to the college to better use AI to our benefit as opposed to worrying so much about it. You have helped me put a positive spin on my outlook of AI already-THANK YOU!

By: Elena Fleggas

Oct, 15, 2023

Doug Hummer and Beverly House

Thank you both for doing an amazing job of leading QEP. Beverly organizes the paperwork and plans for each meeting beautifully, and Doug always answers any questions we have so promptly and encouragingly. Working on this year's QEP has been life changing thanks to you two, so thank you for being you.

By: Elena Fleggas

Oct, 15, 2023

Mary Beth Wolverton

Mary Beth, THANK YOU, thank you, THANK YOU (!!!!!!!) for all of your help writing the Sigma Kappa Delta Induction Ceremony script, as well as for the endless time you have put in with me to help the club go to St. Louis this year. You are such a spectacular student advisor, and our club is LUCKY. <3

By: Elena Fleggas

Oct, 14, 2023

Treva Aiken

Treva,
Thank you for ALL you do for the events department at Wake Tech. You have helped Sigma Kappa Delta plan Induction Ceremonies so much, and your tireless time, effort and dedication to the college does not go unnoticed. Grateful for you, and WTCC is so lucky to have you. Thanks for being YOU!

By: Elena Fleggas

Oct, 14, 2023

David Johnson, Abby Littlefield, Amanda Tucker and Alison Hurst

We would like to thank this awesome team of advisors for classroom visits and providing on-the-spot advising to students in the ACA-090 classes across Southern Wake and RTP campuses. Students are so appreciative of the advising information!

By: Deanna Blatchford

Oct, 13, 2023

Ashley McMorris

We want to recognize Ashley McMorris for her ongoing advising and support of the ACA-090 classes. Ashley has volunteered to come into ALL classes held on Scott Northern Wake Campus, all virtual Teams classes and video for the online classes. Students are so appreciative of the advising she provides!

By: Deanna Blatchford

Oct, 13, 2023

Lynnel Curry

Thank you, Lynnel, for being an outstanding CETL member! You have "stepped up to the plate" many times as we worked to start CETL. Thanks for listening to me talk through my vision for CETL and working diligently to make that vision a reality. Thanks for all you do!

By: James Smith

Oct, 12, 2023

Kelli Keltz

Thank you, Kelli, for your passionate dedication to Wake Tech and the positive impact you have and all the heart you bring to our department, our leadership team, our faculty and our students!
Tara, Lisa & Amanda

By: Tara Thompson

Oct, 11, 2023

Gabrielle Volstad

Thank you, Gabrielle, for the work you do as the ENG Dept's Social Media Lead and in planning the new English Expo/Showcase! Your content creation is exceptional, and your positive energy is inspiring. We feel fortunate to have you on our team!

Tara, Amanda, Lisa & Kelli

By: Kelli Keltz

Oct, 09, 2023

Dr. Han Vanderhart

Dr. Vanderhart is so compassionate and patient with students. They go above and beyond to create a positive and rewarding learning environment.

By: Grace Linares

Oct, 06, 2023

Mary Walton

Thank you for all the help and support you have provided the ENG Department already this year. You are always quick to respond and are happy to talk anytime about how eLSID can support our faculty. Thank you for those two video tutorials on providing audio and video feedback in Blackboard as well!

By: Lisa Martin

Oct, 05, 2023

NIcholas (Nick) Bowden, Maureen Cunningham, Lori Dees and Allison Metro

Thank you to our fabulous RISE Consultants for their work with our ENG-111 and ENG-011 faculty. The constant support you provide our paired and single instructors who teach this population of gateway students is commendable. Keep up the good work!

Tara, Lisa, Amanda & Kelli

By: Kelli Keltz

Oct, 05, 2023

Lorene (Lori) Wright

Thank you so much for helping me to get started and get the information and tools I need to do my job.

By: David Geikler

Oct, 04, 2023

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