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This recognition program includes giving a “Hot Rock” from peer to peer in recognition of exceptional service. All submissions are anonymous.

August Work Anniversaries

Sydni Abrahamsen  Happy work anniversary!  (August 1)

Beth Miller Happy work anniversary!  (August 2)

Mary Gorfine Happy work anniversary!  (August 3)

Diana Segovia  Happy work anniversary!  (August 10)
 
Dana Gerberi  Happy work anniversary!  (August 12)

Carolyn Wiebold   Happy work anniversary! (August 13)

Ty Robinson  Happy work anniversary! (August 13)

Stephanie Wentz Happy work anniversary! (August 14)

Emily Christopherson  Happy work anniversary! (August 25)

 

 

Sparkle 7/24/2024

Leslie Hassett

 

Going the extra mile to assist a patron!

 

 

THANKS 7/24/2024

Jennifer Schram

Super helpful with a complicated article request!

DAZZLE 7/23/2024

 Tamra Kirk

 Always helpful with cataloging questions / requests!

 

 

 

 

THANKS 7/23/2024

Cindy Heltne

Cindy is quick about making sure we get the supplies we need to do our jobs.

BRAVO 7/18/2024

  Scott Vermeersch, Matt Hoy

Thank you so much for listening to my complaints about ILLiad functionality and running with it. Your ability to envision a solution, create scripts, and implement the changes so quickly is so impressive! Your innovation and teamwork is greatly appreciated! Thank you for improving Access Services operations!

 

 

      

Sparkle 7/8/2024

Marla Battey

 

Marvelous Marla! She is always willing to fill in when needed. She has a vast knowledge of the Mayo Library System. I know that when I have an issue, she will have the answer. She is an absolute joy to be around!!

 

 

Sparkle 7/2/2024

Julie Taylor

 

Her willingness to accommodate patron requests is greatly appreciated. They love the tours she gives of the Plummer Building.

 

 

July Work Anniversaries

Brad Haugen  Happy work anniversary!    (July 2)
 Renee Ziemer  Happy work anniversary!  (July 7)

Colin Wilkins  Happy work anniversary!   (July 11)

Kat Balek    Happy work anniversary! (July 29)

DAZZLE 6/20/2024

 Malasha Martinez, Jenny Goodrich

 For always making sure edelivery is done in Carolyn and Penny's absence. Their assistance is truly appreciated.

 

 

 

 

DAZZLE 6/14/2024

 Kate Eidem

 Huge thanks to Kate for helping the Archives team unload a ton of materials at our warehouse with no advance notice. Her help was very much appreciated!

 

 

 

 

June Work Anniversaries

 

 

Stephanie McFarland   Happy work anniversary on  June 7

Karen Larsen   Happy work anniversary on  June 19

Heather Jett  Happy work anniversary on  June 20

Kelly Arp Berge Happy work anniversary on  June 23

Ellen Aaronson    Happy work anniversary on June 26 

Madie Hamilton   Happy work anniversary on June 27

BRAVO 5/29/2024

  Mona Stevermer

For completing the scanning of the Mayo Clinic quarterly directories from 1919-1997 -- literally THOUSANDS of pages! (and all without any complaining!) Rock star! Thanks, Mona!

 

      

Sparkle 5/29/2024

Sydni Abrahamsen

 

So grateful to work with a colleague like Sydni! She brings her calm competence to queries from patients and staff alike and goes above and beyond in exceptional service to all.

 

 

Dazzle 5/24/2024

 Marla Battey

 Marla is the best!

She was able to get a copy of an article held by few libraries when the Archives files were missing the last pages of the article. Thank you!
 

 

 

 

BRAVO 5/17/2024

  Carolyn Wiebold

For her very quick and efficient assistance with an important rush delivery to SMH.

 

      

BRAVO 5/1/2024

  Newsletter team

Kudos to the team that put together the newsletter that went out yesterday! It looks fantastic!

 

      

May Work Anniversaries

Vito Tedeschi   Happy work anniversary on  May 1

Thea Fisher  Happy work anniversary on  May 2

Tamra Kirk Happy work anniversary on  May 9

Penny Wilson Happy work anniversary on  May 20

Carole LaRochelle  Happy work anniversary on  May 24

 

Sparkle 4/30/2024

Erica Ross & Wail Kailani

For coming to my rescue when my mouse decides it didn't want to work that morning. They both walked over here and with a new one and got it up and running like new!!

 

 

 

SHINE 4/30/2024

Erica Ross

Erica, your genuine care and unwavering support have been the cornerstone of our team's success. Your readiness to assist at a moment's notice and your extraordinary efforts to go above and beyond have helped us overcome challenges and instilled a sense of unity and purpose within us all. Your uplifting spirit is contagious; it fosters an environment of positivity and joy that resonates throughout our workplace. We are deeply thankful for the smiles you bring to our faces daily and for the inspiring leadership that motivates us to achieve our best. Thank you for being the guiding light that leads with kindness and empathy.

BRAVO 4/29/2024

  Beth Miller, Madie Hamilton & the Current Awareness team

We are immensely grateful for your diligence and the positive impact you’ve made on maintaining and upgrading the “Current Awareness” system. Your recent seamless integration and innovative upgrades are a testament to your expertise and passion for excellence. Your efforts have significantly enhanced the user experience, making knowledge more accessible and the pursuit of learning a delight.

 

      

Dazzle 4/25/2024

 Victoria Clifton

Victoria has continually gone above and beyond on multiple of library projects and initiatives. She is a wealth of knowledge and a team player who is always willing to lend a hand. Her fresh outlook, and insights are valued, and she demonstrates a sincere and thoughtful presence.

 

 

 

THANKS 4/15/2024

Scott Vermeersch


Thanks to Scott for a very quick response on a critical problem with the library website. His good backup practices made for a fast recovery.

THANKS 4/5/2024

Wail Kailani

For helping convert a desk into a more flexible workstation. Tremendous results in impressive time. We are so thankful to be able to ask for help from a true problem solver.

THANKS 4/2/2024

Tara Brigham

For leadership in helping to guide our team through a particularly busy week with extra events and multiple unexpected urgent situations.

Dazzle 4/2/2024

 Gwen Wilson

Gwen has been a delightful new addition to the library & archive team. Within her first six months, she has really taken the time and effort to learn Mayo Clinic's and the library's people, processes, and culture (which I can't imagine is the easiest thing to do remotely). She has been a positive and collaborative presence in every meeting I have been in with her. Change is always hard, but I think Gwen has been thoughtful in bringing forward new ideas that will ultimately help patrons, as well as her library colleagues.

 

 

 

April Work Anniversaries


Garrett Meyers    Happy Work Anniversary ! April 13

Nicole Babcock Happy Work Anniversary !  April 29

 


 

March Work Anniversaries

Leah Emerick Happy work anniversary!  (March 2)

Cindy Losee Happy work anniversary!  (March 6

Scott Vermeersch  Happy work anniversary!  (March 6)

Anna Beth Morgan  Happy work anniversary!  (March 7)

Kari Bernard Happy work anniversary!  (March 20)

Wail Kailani Happy work anniversary!  (March 20

Tona Keene Happy work anniversary!  (March 23)

Tara Brigham  Happy work anniversary!  (March 24)

Gail Laxen Happy work anniversary!  (March 26

Jennifer Goodrich Happy work anniversary!  (March 27)

 

 

 

 

Sparkle 2/8/2024

Beth Miller & Gwen Wilson

Implementing a new statistics process and being flexible and open to staff feedback!

Thank you!

 

 

 

February Work Anniversaries

 

 

Lisa Marks Happy work anniversary!  (February 3)

Brooke Weber Happy work anniversary! (February 11)

Barbara Larsen Happy work anniversary!  (February 11)

Carol Ann Attwood  Happy work anniversary!  (February 20) 

Diana Rogers Happy work anniversary!  (February 22) 

Emily Brown  Happy work anniversary!  (February 28)

Marilyn Pitzen  Happy work anniversary!  (February 28)

 

 

 

THANKS 1/22/2024

Renee Ziemer

Answering a History of Medicine reference question in a timely and professional manner. Patron was very pleased with the results, and is a big fan of the library!

Sparkle 1/19/2024

Kurt Beaver

 A big thank you to Kurt on his 6-month anniversary in the library for his "professionalism, friendly demeanor, and helpfulness" to patients, family members and other visitors!

 

 

Dazzle 1/2/2024

 Gail Laxen

 Thank you Gail for advocating for patrons and providing excellent customer service!

 

 

 

January Work Anniversaries

Marla Battey Happy work anniversary!  (January 2)

Michele McGinnis Happy work anniversary!  (January 3)

Cynthia Chelf Happy work anniversary!  (January 8)

Erin O'Neill Happy work anniversary!  (January 12)

Leslie Hassett  Happy work anniversary!  (January 16)

Katie Eidem  Happy work anniversary!  (January 24)

Malasha Martinez  Happy work anniversary!  (January 28)

Jasmin Zacate Happy work anniversary!  (January 31)

 

 

 

BRAVO 12/18/2023

  Scott Vermeersch and Matt Hoy

Thank you to Scott and Matt for creating a new function in the library computer Log Usage (and then updating it further to kick out easier to share reports). Your quick work is amazing and much appreciated.

 

 

      

THANKS 11/30/2023

Nicole Babcock and Matt Hoy

For planning and making possible the Caring Canine visit from Lilly and Charlie today. What a special treat!!

December Work Anniversaries

Alec Thicke Happy work anniversary!  (December 5)

Karen Koka Happy work anniversary!  (December 6)

Yan Li  Happy work anniversary!  (December 6)

Julie Taylor Happy work anniversary!  (December 14) 

Leah Osterhaus Trzasko Happy work anniversary!  (December 25) 
Mark Wentz  
Happy work anniversary!  (December 27)

 

 

 

Sparkle 11/29/2023

Emily Brown, Mona Stevermer, Brooke Weber, Renee Ziemer

Thank you for your efforts to make our visitors from France feel welcome. They were very impressed with the neuroradiology books in the History of Medicine Library and the specific examples of Mayo and French connections throughout our history. Merci!

 

 

 

THANKS 11/28/2023

Cynthia Chelf and Lisa Marks

For guiding me through my first experience with doing a medical student selective and for keeping the Alix School of Medicine library selectives' information up to date!

BRAVO 11/27/2023

  Julie Taylor and Stephanie McFarland

For continuing to build partnerships across the enterprise. Recently presented to the Strategy department.

 

 

      

SHINE 11/27/2023

Mona Stevermer

Thank you for all your hard work in the Plummer 11 breakroom! The microwave and refrigerator are squeaky-clean!

BRAVO11/10/2023

  Matt Hoy, Colin Wilkins, and Wail Kailani

For coming in early and leaving late in order to manually adjust over 350 shelves in the PL12 remodeled area so books could appropriately fit! Your hard work is so appreciated!

 

 

      

DAZZLE 11/9/2023

 Michele McGinnis

 Michele has a passion for searching that is contagious. She has the heart of a teacher. I really appreciate her patience and willingness to help others navigate through technical issues with EndNote or search strategies.

 

 

 

 

DAZZLE 11/9/2023

 Marla Battey

 For helping (multiple times) with tricky "first view" article requests

 

 

 

 

November Work Anniversaries

 

Erica Ross Happy work anniversary!  (November 5)

Larry Prokop Happy work anniversary! (November 7) 
Jennifer Schram  
Happy work anniversary!  (November  13)

Cynthia Avallone   Happy work anniversary!  (November  18)

Mona Stevermer   Happy work anniversary!  (November  30)

Stephanie Doerre  Happy work anniversary!  (November  30)

 

 

BRAVO 10/26/2023

  Renee Ziemer

For an excellent and informative presentation about the history of the Plummer Building at the Library Forum!

 

 

      

SHINE 10/26/2023

Marla Battey

For being compassionate and helpful to a colleague who needed assistance during a time of transition. Thank you for your patience and grace!

THANKS 10/16/2023

Dana Gerberi

For being a fantastic supervisor for the past 6+ years! I am so appreciative of Dana's efforts to make me feel part of the Mayo Libraries team. She has been a great mentor and always supportive of my work which gave me the confidence to succeed! Thank you Dana!

Sparkle 10/12/2023

Carolyn Wiebold

The Plummer 11 breakroom refrigerator is squeaky clean, thanks to Carolyn's immaculate cleaning! Took it all apart, scrubbed it on her hands and knees and it is literally sparkling! So appreciated, Carolyn!

 

 

 

Sparkle 10/9/2023

Erica Ross

For being such a kind and compassionate mentor for me as I grow personally and professionally at Mayo Clinic. I appreciate not only the time you set aside for me to speak about my goals, and the encouragement and ideas you offer to help me reach them, but also the constant patience and energy you show toward my frequent Sierra and ILLiad questions! Your effort does not go unnoticed here.

Thank you 😊

 

 

 

October Work Anniversaries

Michael Meyers Happy work anniversary!  (October 1)

Matt Hoy Happy work anniversary!  (October 6) 
 Cindy Heltne 
Happy work anniversary!  (October 17)

 

 

September Work Anniversaries

 

 

 

Gioia Spatafora Happy work anniversary!  (September 6)

Melissa Wagner Happy work anniversary!  (September 13)

Victoria Clifton Happy work anniversary!  (September 19)

Katherine Kough Happy work anniversary!  (September 25)

 

 

 

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