Employee of the Month for February 2002

Janet Shields, Office Support Supervisor

Ms. Shields is the most efficient and competent office supervisor the Music Department could hope to have. She has the skills to perform an incredible variety of tasks, and does so daily with unfailing courtesy. Janet's friendly demeanor, her organization, and calm efficiency allow the often chaotic goings- on of our department to run smoothly. She is patient, supportive, cooperative, efficient and enthusiastic about the Music Department. Janet always has a great attitude, attends to things quickly and efficiently and if she doesn't have the answer, she finds it. Janet's even and friendly personality enable her to perform under pressure with seemingly no effort. I always feel secure that I can depend on her to take care of things. Janet is a "can do" person. She works well with the office staff and has contributed greatly to the positive atmosphere we now have in the office. Janet is one of those secretaries that is just a joy to work with. Being the secretary in the Music Department means being capable of wearing many hats. She has a unique ability to treat consistently all individuals -- faculty, student and peers -- with a gentle, confident, and respectful manner. By her attitude toward others and the model of her own work ethic, she creates a positive, enthusiastic and professional work environment.