Janet Tucker

"Efficiency, commitment, and consistently hard work are the key character traits Jan brings to her volunteering. I could not ask for a more dedicated volunteer. She really goes above and beyond. Jan has even taken work home on several occasions! She is a joy to have in the office - always kind, cheerful and in a good frame of mind for work. She needs very little guidance and I trust her work implicitly. I hope this relationship continues for a long time!"

Sandra Hammerly - Sigma Beta Delta

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Ernest Osaghae

"Ernest came to help me organize my Kids Voting materials and clean out my storage room for another group--not only was Ernest a great worker, dependable, with a terrific attitude, but Ernest went above and beyond regular volunteer duties. When we were taking trash to one of the large dumpsters behind the GSB, my car keys with electronic starter, fell into the dumbster which was full of water at the bottom. (The Dumpster is at least 8-10 feet deep.) As I panicked, Ernest lowered himself into the dumpster and went looking through the water searching for my keys. He finally found them in the corner of a cardboard box--undamaged from the water surrounding the box.  He then hoisted himself back up with car keys in hand.  Ernest indeed is my hero and very desering of volunteer of the month.  As a side note, it costs about $450 to replace the electronic starter key--I can't tell you how much Ernest's efforts both "on & off the field" meant to me. He's a great person - I wish I could keep him as a volunteer all year long."

Sandy Diamond - Kid's Voting

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Susan Crowe

"Susan is always prompt and ready to go above and beyond daily tasks and projects.  She always walks in with a big smile on her face and a positive attitude.  She has become a huge asset to Gallery Visio by using her skills to organize files and archives so the gallery can run more efficiently.  We are very happy to have such a motivated and enthusiastic volunteer."

Stephanie Sivils - Gallery Visio

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"I am recommending Linda Mitchell and Margo Harris as Volunteers of the Month for their exceptional service at the Touhill Performing Arts Center.  During the April 22nd storms and tornado these ladies were at the Touhill volunteering on an UMSL student production.  When the call was made to move the audience to safe shelter these two ladies got the chance to implement a safety protocol.  They both established themselves as guides to move the audience, kept the patrons calm and orderly through their own calm and confident demeanor, kept the managers informed of patron needs and coordinated the departure of over 100 people in building blackout conditions.  The Touhill received written and verbal complements about the calm and safe manner in which the staff and volunteers handled the whole evening and these two volunteers were critical to the success of that safety situation.  
       Linda has been volunteering at the Touhill since September of 2010; Margo has been with us since February of 2004. Both are shining examples of individuals who excel at their volunteer positions." 

Fran Ventimiglia - Touhill Performing Arts Center

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Katherine Kravitz

"Katherine is fabulous! She is extremely dependable, punctual and always comes in with a desire to work and be impactful. There is no task too big or little for her to do. She does not seek to draw attention to herself, but quietly get things done! She is definitely an exemplary model for the Volunteer Services."

Janice Harris - Center for Truama Recovery

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Mike Edge

"Mike has been volunteering with the Thomas Jefferson Library since
October of 2010.  His attention to detail and tenacity is commendable and
his love of books and libraries is quite evident.  The library is lucky to have
him as a member of our team. Mike has proven to be very dedicated
person and always goes out of his way to help other people. We
learned of his interest in American Civil War and in World War I and
World War II. We appreciate his service very much."

Elias Hindeleh - Thomas Jefferson Library

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Chuck Ehlert

"Chuck was able to take his extensive writing and editing experience to
enhance the Center for Character and Citizenship’s electronic  
newsletter.  He continues to lend his expertise to other projects within
the department.  We value his creativity and his willingness to assist us
in a timely manner. We are grateful to the TLC for their willingness
to work with Chuck and the CCC on this and future projects."

Beverly Bates - Center for Character & Citizenship

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Marilyn Smith

“Marilyn is always dependable and shows up to save the day at a moment's notice. She has helped with numerous University Events mailings. She is fast and well organized. When Marilyn shows up, 'No Worries.’”
 
Debbie Kluempers - University Events

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