NEWS RELEASE – April 22, 2009
Two CNR staff members are the winners of 2009 College of Natural Resources Awards of Excellence. The Awards of Excellence recognize the accomplishments and achievements of permanent NC State employees who do not hold faculty rank.
Ms. Susan Colby (SPA Award) is the Program Assistant for the Professional Golf Management Program, the creator and advisor for the PGM student ambassador group, and serves as print and web communications co-ordinator for the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.
Ms. Kelley McCarter (EPA Award) is the Program Coordinator for the Forestry and Environmental Outreach Program where she coordinates the logistics of FEOP's many credit and non-credit courses, workshops, conferences and seminars for forestry and natural resources professionals; educational opportunitites for the general public, landowners, and professionals; and public forums for the exchange of information and ideas on natural resources management.
Both Colby and McCarter were recognized for their hardwork, dedication, and innovation far above the expectations for their respective positions.
"Susan and Kelley demonstrate the kind of outstanding professionalism that makes the College of Natural Resources a great place to work and learn," says CNR Dean Robert Brown. "The staff in our college are vital to our success in every arena – teaching, research and extension. We are pleased to have this opportunity to recognize the impressive accomplishments of these two members of our outstanding staff."
Colby and McCarter will be among forty-eight college/unit Awards for Excellence winners who will be honored at a social at the Talley Student Center Ballroom on June 9 at 3:00 p.m. The reception is open to the public. Both recipients receive $250 and eight hours of paid leave and are eligible to receive an additional award if chosen as one of the five distinguished employees to receive the University Awards for Excellence.
For more information on the Awards of Excellence programs visit: http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/hr/benefits/easummary.asp