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CHARGE for the COMMITTEE

Establish an ongoing and responsive staff recognition program that is effective and meaningful to Smathers employees; Create a direct correlation between the Libraries’ values and goals and what it recognizes and rewards; Collect and solicit from individuals and departments throughout the Libraries individual and departmental achievements and milestones; Coordinate staff recognition opportunities through the Convocation Planning Committee; Encourage opportunities for staff recognition through other library programs, including Public Information and Staff Development; Build and ensure a committee membership that reflects library-wide participation; Seek means of funding recognition programs and awards.

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OBJECTIVES of the COMMITTEE

To promote good will and improve morale among staff; to develop appropriate, timely and satisfying ways to recognize individual and departmental achievement; to recognize length of service, excellent performance, creativity, and strong working relationships

Interested in being a Member? Contact the current committee chair, Mari Meke

Here Are Ways You Can Recognize Your Colleagues

Recognition Funds

Want to Honor a Person, Group, or Achievement in Your Department?

The Libraries makes funds available to mark noted achievements and recognize superlative accomplishments by individuals and groups – you can request funding to hold a get-together, luncheon, etc.

Learn More About How to Apply

Retirements

In Charge of a Retirement Event?

Colleagues retire every year and funding to mark their retirement is always available. We can take you step-by-step through planning and holding an event to mark someone’s retirement.

Start Plans for a Retirement Event

Annual Library Employee Excellence Awards

Nominate Colleagues for an Excellence Award

Every summer, usually beginning in May and going into August, the Libraries open nominations to consider individuals and groups for awards for excellence, announced each Fall at the Library Convocation.

Learn More and Make A Nomination