EKU Staff Council

Our campus is local, but our students' dreams are global and our Study Abroad team are the ones who map out the journey to get them there! 🌎 Today we’re celebrating a team member who helps our students discover the world. A colleague shared:

“Natalia is such an asset to the Education Abroad Team. She always displays the highest degree of professionalism and hospitality. We are so lucky to have her at EKU!”

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

Don’t forget to sign up for Aloha to Summer today! Spots are filling up fast, and you definitely don’t want to miss out on the fun!! 🔗: https://success.eku.edu/register/Aloha2026

Ready for the ultimate summer kickoff? 🌺✨

Choose your own adventure at our Aloha to Summer event! From relaxing poolside and playing Singo to dominating the courts and scaling new heights, we’ve got your perfect evening covered. Refreshments, games, and good vibes are guaranteed! ☀️🕶️🍉

🔗 RSVP today and get all the details at: success.eku.edu/register/Aloha2026

The long weekend is officially here, and Staff Council is kicking it off with a double birthday shoutout! 🥳🎉 Please join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday weekend to two phenomenal members of our team:

Mikayla Riley (Content Senior Specialist) and Martina Jackson-Haynes (Community and Global Engagement Director)

We are so grateful for the unique talents and dedication both of you bring to our council and the wider university community. We hope you both enjoy a well-deserved, relaxing long weekend.

Join the celebration and drop your birthday wishes for Mikayla and Martina in the comments! 👇🎈🎉

Long before students arrive on campus for their first day of class, there are Admissions staff who are there to invite them and their families to the university, answer questions, and show them what makes this community so special. A colleague recently wrote this about our latest nominee who is one those staff members:

“Autumn consistently goes above and beyond in all she does - whether assisting fellow staff, helping onboard new counselors, or supporting our students and families in her territory. She never meets a stranger and approaches every interaction with a smile, kindness, and a genuine desire to help. Autumn’s positivity and dedication make her an invaluable member of our team.”

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

Behind every great first impression at EKU is a leader dedicated to making everyone feel at home. This weekend, we’re celebrating the birthday of Staff Council Member and Visitor Experience & Hospitality Program Manager, Misty Bailey! 🎉
Having excelled in several different roles during her tenure, she brings a wealth of institutional knowledge and a vital perspective to our Staff Council. She truly embodies the heart of our community: versatility, passion, and a deep-rooted commitment to her colleagues and the students we serve. We hope you have a wonderful birthday on Sunday! Thank you for all you do! 🎂

Let’s take a moment to celebrate some truly outstanding work! ✨We are so lucky to have staff who go above and beyond to make our campus community better every day. Check out what a colleague had to say about our latest nominee:

“Ashley is awesome in so many ways. She is the first to step up when help is needed and is so dedicated to the work she does for the EKU Library. She is incredibly creative and her ideas and projects help the library shine and thrive for our students.”

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

Our campus reaches far beyond the city limits, and today’s shoutout goes to a staff member who goes the “extra mile” to manage one of our natural areas. 🏞️ The nominator wrote, “Thank you Robert for taking good care of Lilley Cornett Woods!”

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

We couldn’t let the day slip away without pausing to celebrate one of our own! We’d like to wish a very Happy Birthday to Trevor George! 🥳 Whether it’s serving as the the Occupational Safety & Health Administration Program Manager for the OSHA Training Institute Education Center or on Staff Council, we are so grateful for the leadership and expertise you bring to EKU each and every day. We hope your day is fantastic! 🎈✨

Check out our latest staff spotlight! 🌟 Here’s what the nomination said: “Kay is amazing! She keeps our department on track and does it with a smile. She is always willing to brainstorm ideas and lend a hand (without being asked). She is the glue that keeps our Public Health family together. We are all very lucky to work with such a dynamic strong woman.”

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