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June 17 | 10 a.m.  

Staff Appreciation and Years of Service Celebration

Ceremony in Musco Center for the Arts 
Your ticket provides entry into a luncheon, immediately following the ceremony on Aitken Arts Plaza. 

RSVP by June 10

Years-of-Service Honorees


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Celebrating 5 Years of Service

  • Albert Su
  • Albert Vasquez
  • Andrew Weinberg
  • Tomas Dominik
  • Jill Perez
  • Gabrielle Leveratto
  • Kimberly Muth
  • Catherine Woodward
  • Miguel Calderon
  • Veronica Clanton-Higgins
  • Diana Rios

Celebrating 10 Years of Service

  • Kimlan Choi
  • Bryan Mateik
  • Nashaunda Williams
  • Kimberly Whitlock
  • David Hernandez
  • Phillip Stella
  • Barron Williams
  • Fiona Lindsay Shen
  • Justin Cruz
  • Erin Berthon
  • Kayla Richardson
  • Kendra Leak
  • Helen Sahli
  • Robert Reade
  • Don Trinh
  • Seiyua Tang
  • Gabriela Castaneda
  • Arturo Covert-Ortiz
  • Karla Monterrey
  • Alex Hart
  • Emily Belote
  • Sabrina Simmons

Celebrating 15 Years of Service

  • John Van Buren
  • Yesenia Castillo
  • Bao Ngo
  • Philip Oliva
  • Richard Turner
  • James Wayne
  • Allison DeVries
  • Justin Ringor
  • James Whitaker

Celebrating 20 Years of Service

  • Christina Marshall
  • Ponh King
  • Michelle Sypinero
  • Susilo Nugroho
  • Vincent Medina
  • Justin Koppelman

Celebrating 25 Years of Service

  • Crystal Barney
  • Daniel Hoyte
  • Andrew Valbuena
  • Kevin Ross
  • Gregory Fisher

Celebrating 30 Years of Service

  • Patrick Rausch
  • Suk Bae Kim
  • Jennifer Swindell
  • Kathleen Clark
  • Briana Bohn

Celebrating 35 Years of Service

  • Gloria Orozco

 

Special-Recognition Awards

In 2026, Chapman is presenting several special-recognition awards to recognize staff for their extraordinary contributions to the university. Two of the awards – Spirit of Chapman and Rising Star – will invite nominations for consideration. Nominations should map clearly to the criteria outlined below. In an effort to encourage a culture of recognizing one another, self-nominations will not be accepted. 
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Recognizing Institutional Impact

President’s Award

The President’s Award honors a staff member or administrator whose work has made a significant and lasting contribution to the university. Recipients demonstrate exceptional leadership, initiative, and innovation that advance institutional priorities and enhance the effectiveness of programs, services, or operations. 

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Recognizing Community and Values

The Spirit of Chapman Award

The Spirit of Chapman Award recognizes a staff member or administrator who exemplifies the values, culture, and collaborative spirit of the university. Recipients help foster a positive campus environment and demonstrate dedication to supporting students, colleagues, and the broader university community. 

Selection criteria include: 

  • Demonstrating extraordinary pride and commitment to the university community 
  • Supporting and enhancing the student experience 
  • Fostering collaboration and strong relationships across campus 
  • Promoting a positive and supportive workplace culture

Nominate a Colleague
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Recognizing Emerging Talent

Rising Star Award

The Rising Star Award honors a staff member or administrator early in their career at the university who has shown exceptional promise and impact in advancing the institution’s mission. This recognition is typically awarded to individuals within their first 3-5 years at the university.  

Selection criteria include: 

  • Strong performance and initiative in their role 
  • Creative problem-solving and contributions to improving programs or services 
  • Demonstrated leadership potential 
  • Commitment to supporting students and colleagues 

Nominate a Colleague
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Recognizing Exceptional Contributions

Excellence in Divisions

The Divisional Award honors a staff member or administrator who has demonstrated exemplary service within their division. Recipients consistently contribute to the success of their division through excellence in their work, strong collaboration, and meaningful impact aligned with university priorities.