Current Employee of the Month Award Winner
May 2025 CALS employee of the month, Emily Simpson

She exudes positivity and enthusiasm ensuring that everyone is having their best day, and if they aren’t, how can she help? She genuinely wants to know! Her interactions with faculty, staff, students, and others are always marked by a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence. Emily's dedication to her responsibilities is evident in the high quality of her work and her willingness to go above and beyond in every task she undertakes. Emily's humanitarian efforts have significantly improved morale within our department. She is always the first to offer a helping hand, whether it's assisting a colleague with a challenging project or providing support to students in need. Emily is also deeply committed to professional development, both for herself and for others. Furthermore, Emily consistently takes the initiative to accept and carry out additional responsibilities beyond her regular job assignments. She is proactive in identifying areas where she can contribute and is always willing to step up when needed. Her ability to handle multiple tasks with efficiency and grace is truly admirable. The amount of additional work Emily has selflessly taken on or offered to take on is commendable, but even more so in that she responds with, “Why wouldn’t I? I love working with you all!”