IOWA LAKES NAMES 2004-2005 OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES

Six employees of Iowa Lakes Community College have been honored for their outstanding contributions during the 2004-2005 college year.

Annually, employees are asked to nominate co-workers who they feel demonstrate outstanding service – directly or indirectly – to Iowa Lakes students, staff or faculty. The nominee had to be a full-time or regular part-time employee with a minimum length of service to the college of three years. Winners were selected by a vote from the Supervisory Team.

The outstanding employee in the Classified Clerical area was Beth Kraft. Although she does not see herself as a leader, she truly leads her department, peers and those she interacts with. She is devoted to helping students and co-workers alike with a relentless passion to do things right.

The Professional Support staffers who were honored were Jeannie Reinders and Barb Grandstaff. Reinders is a team player who is routinely called upon by administrators, faculty and staff when dealing not only with financial aid but procedures and policy issues as well. Her patience and knowledge go above and beyond the call of duty when assisting students and parents with the complexities of the financial aid process. Grandstaff is a dedicated, faithful, long-time employee of the college. She has served on numerous committees and has participated in planning sessions in addition to her regular duties. Her caring heart and creative mind as well as her ability to get along well with others are demonstrated daily.

This year, Bob Seigel was recognized as Iowa Lakes’ Outstanding Administrator. He is always working to improve team efforts. He also has outstanding leadership qualifications and has put forth diligent efforts in upgrading the network system, updating virus protection and anti-spam software. He is a true professional.

The outstanding faculty recipient in the Vocational/Career Option/Vocational Secondary category is Joni Anderson. She is personable, organized, collegiate, intelligent and upholds high academic standards. She goes to other campuses for advising anytime anyone needs her. She makes a personal, yet professional, connection with her students.

The outstanding faculty member in the Arts and Science/Counselor category is Patti Tedesco who was chosen for her winning attitude. She embraces the teamwork approach and is an outstanding team player herself. She is recognized at Iowa Lakes and across the state for outstanding student services. She has helped hundreds of people meet their educational and personal goals and overcome temporary setbacks. She is accessible, conscientious and very professional. She performs her job at an optimum level at all times.

(L to R): Front row, Jeannie Reinders, Barb Grandstaff, Patti Tedesco. Back row: Beth Kraft, Bob Seigel, Joni Anderson