Dean’s Staff Award
The Dean’s Staff Award recognizes staff who have made exceptional contributions to the School of Veterinary Medicine in the areas of the school’s “People First” initiative: Advancing animal health; environmental protection; public health; and economic development through high-quality education, research and service programs. This annual award underscores the significant role staff members play in serving the people of California and beyond. Learn more about the categories below.
2024 Dean’s Staff Award Recipients
Melissa Simmons
Dean’s Staff Member of the Year Award
Nancy Bei
Teamwork Award
Christopher Caldwell
Innovation Award
Kaci Hume
Positive Impact Award
Sarah Sanders
Professionalism Award
Dean’s Staff Member of the Year Award
Demonstrates strengths in the areas of teamwork, positive impact, innovation, and professionalism.
Dean’s Staff Award - Teamwork
Collaborates effectively with others to achieve common goals.
Dean’s Staff Award - Positive Impact
Contributes to the well-being and productivity of the work environment.
Dean’s Staff Award - Innovation
Introduces new methods that significantly benefit the organization.
Dean’s Staff Award - Professionalism
Maintains a high level of integrity while producing quality work.