This Cycle's Honorees
Click each person's name to read the shoutout!
Ashvin Raj - OSP
Echo Sayr writes It seems like every day, Ashvin is working on at least 5 things with just me...he consistently juggles dozens of active requests and projects. He helps us assist the faculty efficiently. I don't know how he gets it all done or what we would do without him!
Melissa Marsh Lockhart - GTPE:Learning Design
Kelly Dineen writes major shoutout to my colleague, Melissa, who’s creating and issuing digital badges! Her generosity with her time and knowledge is unmatched. She’s leading the way in digital credentials creation and makes GTPE a truly collaborative, rewarding place to work!
Tydus Staples - Research Operations & Infrastructure (ROI)
Elizabeth Omiteru writes I would like to thank Tydus for his help in restoring my bookmarks. What could have been a frustrating setback was resolved smoothly thanks to his patience and willingness to assist. I really appreciate his responsiveness, it made a big difference in getting me back on track.
Vishal Acharya - Aerospace Engineering
He really pours out his blood, sweat and tears for the students in our lab. In the midst of a packed schedule, he selflessly handles menial admin tasks and meets with students to talk about their research and (more importantly) their well-being. He makes these dark times brighter
Chad Bryant - Undergraduate Admission
Cynthia Jennings writes Chad managed the Division of Enrollment Management's canned food drive for Klemis Kitchen in February. Outside of collecting from the different offices, he spent his time on the weekend purchasing items needed with funds donated by staff members.
Mark Gravitt - Registrar's Office
Raquel Plaskett writes Just as I was resigning to the new format of OSCAR that flowed very differently, Mark did the things to make the format flow way more efficiently to address the needs. People making technology work well reflects our strive for excellence. Thanks Mark for all your efforts!
Last Cycle's Honorees!
Greg Stenzokski - GTPE Registrar
Kelly Dineen writes Greg is an outstanding collaborator who is always available, clear, and truly helpful. His commitment strengthens our departments and helps deliver the best service to our learners. I am grateful for his consistent support.
Kimberly Short - Institute Budget Planning & Administration
H'Laya Hill writes she has been working very hard on an interim solution that directly impacts the work my team does that will ease the workload we have with ServiceNow requests as we being the Original Budget process. This will allow us to work more efficiently.
Antinina Wilkerson - OIT-Enterprise App & Data
Kimberly Y Short writes a shout‑out to Antinina for being incredibly helpful these past few weeks. Even at 5:00 PM on two separate Fridays when most people had already wrapped up for the weekend, she jumped in to help me troubleshoot and test Workday integrations. Her dedication is much appreciated!
April Kelly - Environmental Health and Safety - Environmental Programs
Daniel Murdoch writes April has been a pillar of consistency and guidance during 2025 - with a passion for accuracy and steadfast reporting practices. Thank you for all your contributions!
Temetrius Pankey - Administrative Services Center/Customer Service
Cynthia Crosland writes I would like to take a moment to recognize Temetrius Pankey for her outstanding work and continued dedication. Temetrius consistently goes above and beyond, and it truly shows in her work ethic. She is always willing to step in and assist her team and other departments as well.
Sei Yoshioka-Cefalo - Center for Urban Resilience and Analytics
Jessica Willis writes Sei always goes above and beyond, both within his job duties and in addition to his duties. He's constantly making the lives of everyone around him easier, and he's incredibly reliable, knowledgeable, and thorough. He's always such a joy to work with!
David Lyons - Grants & Contracts Accounting
Anita M Carter writes I’d like to recognize David for his exceptional support. He consistently provides clear guidance & is always incredibly responsive. He never fails to help me resolve grant issues quickly & effectively. His professionalism & personable approach make him a true asset to the team.
Dr. Sybrina Atwaters - Office of Student Achievement
Dr. Atwaters has taken on the enormous responsibility of launching a new unit at GT to better support key student populations. It hasn’t been easy, but she continues to push forward with determination, doing everything she can to help the team move forward.
Lea Brooks - OSP
Mandy Turnipseed writes I want to thank Lea for always being so helpful and supportive. Whether answering questions, providing clarification, or assisting with proposal submissions, she is always willing to step in. Her responsiveness, patience, and positive attitude truly make a difference! Thank you!
S. Lynette Williams - Office of Undergraduate Education and Student Success
Pamisa Scott writes Lynette has been exceptional as our Program and Portfolio Manager, keeping EOCCM compliant and major initiatives on track for success. She’s championed new technology and brought key campus partners together to strengthen our work. Her leadership has made a real impact.
Daphne Brown - Mechanical Engineering
Segried Winfrey writes Daphne is always willing to support her colleagues, readily assisting with their work and stepping in to backfill when they are out. Her reliability and teamwork make her an invaluable asset to our team.
Joi Outlaw - Mechanical Engineering
Segried Winfrey writes Joi consistently stands out as one of the top performers on our team. Her strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication make a meaningful impact on our overall success.
Tiffany Johnson - Mechanical Engineering
Segried Winfrey writes She is an exceptional leader and mentor. She brings a wealth of knowledge, demonstrates unwavering commitment to her colleagues, and consistently elevates the team through innovative professional development workshops.
ISyE Staff
Lisa Cox writes The ISyE staff are some of the hardest-working and most dedicated employees at Georgia Tech! We appreciate their commitment, professionalism, and unwavering support. Thank you for everything you do - your hard work makes an incredible difference every single day!
Aiesha Dawda - College of Lifetime Learning
Aiesha Dawda consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her events are executed with excellence, professionalism, and attention to detail. She proactively anticipates needs, manages logistics seamlessly, and remains solution-focused under pressure. Known for her strong collabor.
Jeremy Mitchell - Civil Engineering/ Structure Lab
Jeremy is always willing to help in any project or request we have! His welcoming personality makes him a pleasure to work with!
Kodi Brown - School of Cybersecurity and Privacy
Regina Anderson writes she has mastered the NSF proposal process and has earned the trust and respect of both staff and faculty. She has built strong working relationships across departments and established a reputation as a knowledgeable, reliable resource. Her growth in this area has been impressive.
Christopher Lekan - EHS
Jamaal Taylor writes I want to recognize Christopher Lekan for his outstanding commitment and contribution during our annual safety training., not only led multiple training sessions with professionalism and clarity, but he also delivered in‑person forklift training also, and campus safety surveys.