EKU Staff Council

07/30/2026

Wishing a very happy birthday to Staff Council member, Andrea Brin! 🎂

As Educational Talent Search Director, she works tirelessly to open doors to higher education for students and help them see what’s possible for their futures. She’s also a dedicated voice on our Staff Council. Andrea, thank you for everything you do! We hope you enjoy your special day! 🎉

07/16/2026

Today, we’re sending some high-voltage birthday wishes to Chris Obergfell! ⚡️🎉

As the Supervisor of Electrical and Life Safety Systems, Chris is the one who keeps our campus safe and powered up. On the Staff Council, he brings that same incredible spark and his dedication to our university community is nothing short of shocking! We hope you have an absolutely electric birthday, Chris! 🎈

Help us celebrate in the comments below! 👇🎂

07/09/2026

Dedication isn’t always measured by the hours you log, it’s measured by the impact you make! ✨ Check out what a colleague shared about a staff member who does just that:

“Angela’s coordination with clinical placements and relationship building is top-notch. Though she only works part-time, her dedication and commitment is on display all the time.”

Do you know a staff member who deserves recognition? Click here to nominate them for a shoutout ➡️ https://success.eku.edu/register/SCsupport

07/07/2026

They say “once a Colonel, always a Colonel,” and very few people prove that saying true quite like today’s birthday star! 🌟

Staff Council is excited to wish a very Happy Birthday to one of our own, Mary Adams! 🎂 You may know her as a dedicated council member and a talented Instructional Designer, but her EKU story is what truly makes her an Eternal Colonel.

A proud alumna, valued staff member, and half of an “Eternal Colonel” couple to top it off — she doesn’t just work at EKU, she truly bleeds maroon and white!

Mary, thank you for choosing EKU time and time again, and for dedicating your talents to making us better every day. Help us wish her a fantastic birthday in the comments! 🎉🥳

07/01/2026

When someone's passion and dedication shine as bright as this, we just have to celebrate it! 🌟 Here is what one colleague said about one of their team members:

“Misty is an incredible teammate whose passion and dedication for EKU shine through everything she does. She’s always willing to go the extra mile for not just her teammates but especially the students she supports and serves. Working with Misty is truly a privilege, and I couldn’t imagine a better partner in this work!”

Do you know a staff member who deserves recognition? Click here to nominate them for a shoutout ➡️ https://success.eku.edu/register/SCsupport

06/26/2026

Athletes score the points and coaches lead the strategy, but Tessie Bowman is part of the glue holding the whole operation together! 🤝🏆

This weekend, we’re wishing a Happy Birthday to a true campus MVP. As Senior Office Associate for the Bratzke Student-Athlete Academic Success Center and a Staff Council member, Tessie works serious magic.
Whether she’s keeping student-athletes organized, coordinating seamlessly behind the scenes, or advocating for our campus, Tessie brings 100% championship energy. Best of all, she is the ultimate cheerleader for everyone around her, bringing endless joy and encouragement! 📣☀️

Thank you for everything you do! We hope you enjoy your birthday weekend! 🎂🎉

06/25/2026

06/24/2026

Not all heroes wear capes, some build the vital connections that keep our programs thriving! ✨ Here is what someone shared about a colleague making incredible work happen behind the scenes:

“Abby’s strong commitment to quality clinical placements across the state is unparalleled. We could not maintain the quality and rigor of our teaching programs across the state without her careful attention to relationship building.”

Do you know a staff member who deserves recognition? Click here to nominate them for a shoutout ➡️ https://success.eku.edu/register/SCsupport

06/19/2026

Wishing a very Happy Birthday weekend to Staff Council Member and Assistant Director of CRM Operations, Kaitlin Kirkpatrick! 🎉

If you’ve ever received a perfectly timed email, seen a flawless event form, or wondered how our university data stays so beautifully organized, you can thank Kaitlin and the incredible Slate team. She plays a huge part in keeping our campus connected, and we are so grateful for everything she does for her team, our Staff Council, and our entire university.

We hope you step away from the Slate queries this weekend and enjoy a massive slice of cake! We hope you have an amazing day! 🍰

06/18/2026

Navigating financial aid requires an incredible amount of knowledge, patience, and skill. 🧠💼

Today, we’re recognizing a staff member who has mastered those skills and serves as a valuable resource for our community. A colleague shared:

“Joni always goes above and beyond to help a fellow colleague! She always steps into teach staff, while being empathetic and understanding. She’s the ultimate Financial Aid guru!”

Do you know a staff member who deserves recognition? Click here to nominate them for a shoutout ➡️ https://success.eku.edu/register/SCsupport