Employee of the Month for June 2002

Heather Harrel

Heather has been a fabulous addition to the Grants and Contracts office. She is in constant communication with departments about their grant budgets, especially if she sees a problem, and is always thorough and accurate with the information she provides. Heather is always willing to take the time to explain things or walk a person through how to access information. Her patience has made the transition to FMS easier. She shares her knowledge with respect and always helps in solving problems. She is very patient and quick to respond to my questions.

Heather treats everyone with patience, kindness and respect in the confusing times of learning a new budget software program. I strive to follow her example of professionalism and courtesy. Her courteous demeanor and enthusiastic pursuit of the right way to handle issue has made it very easy to rely upon her for help. Heather shows great personal initiative and excellent listening skills when a "problem" is presented. She develops a "solution" and explains the issues in terms clear to those not intimately acquainted with the details of the old and new systems. She is pro-active and willing to expend time searching for better ways to do things, not just "getting the job done." She is a huge asset to CWU and I'm proud to be her co-worker. She's a gem -- clone her!! Congratulations, Heather.