Employee of the Month
Employee of the Month Nomination Form
August 2024 – Nikki Bleimeyer
Purchasing Assistant
Purchasing Department
A few words from her nominator:
"Nikki is an extremely valuable resource to me. I have had to reach out to her a number of times for things relating to my department and she is always so professional. She has a sense of urgency with her work; I don't have to wait long for her to contact me regarding issues and they are always resolved expeditiously. I have seen her provide guidance to staff in classified council meetings on purchasing questions and she is always encouraging staff to contact her for things she might be able to help with. I've personally been on email strings where she has offered to help with COMPeers efforts which shows an additional level of commitment to COM.”
July 2024 – Alisha Lyon
Director of Academic Advising
Student Success Center
A few words from her nominator:
"Alisha goes above and beyond with her team. She recognizes her team on advisor appreciation week with creative gifts for her team and other random days. She also makes sure that student success is at the forefront of everything they do in the Student Success Center. She's remained positive and passed that positivity to her team throughout all the constant changes and growth. Outside of that she also finds time to lead the Professional Council which is a large time commitment. She also makes it to most of the events on campus and volunteers whenever possible all while still advising a small caseload of students.”
June 2024 – Laura Schrettner
Radiologic Technology Program Director
Academic Affairs
A few words from her nominator:
"I am new here at COM and Laura has been one of the most consistent people in the department that has made me comfortable to be able to do my new position. She has taken the time to make sure I have to training needed to start my new program. Sharing ways to not make the task difficult and sharing everything she set up for her department so I can be ready to launch my new program. I want to let every know she is a true team player and mentor.”
May 2024 – Monique Sennet
Communications Officer
Marketing and Public Affairs
A few words from her nominator:
"Please join us in congratulating Monique Sennet, our Employee of the Month for May! Monique is a part of Marketing & Communications, and serves as the Communications Officer. Notably, Monique recently lead the planning and coordinating efforts for this year’s Flock the Block community celebration. We thank Monique for all that she does!”
April 2024 – Rosie Rojas
Administrative Officer
President's Office
A few words from her nominator:
"One of COM's longest serving employees, Rosie Rojas is invaluable to the successful operation of the college. From the moment I arrived at COM 7 years ago, Rosie has given me sound advice, as well as maintaining a professional and productive office. As secretary to the Board of Trustees, Rosie displays exemplary professionalism, and ensures that COM policies and processes are presented to the Board in a consistent and timely fashion.
Rosie is often called upon to serve on various committees, whether they are search committees, or volunteer work through COMPeers. Her list of volunteer work is exhaustive, both on and off campus.”
March 2024 – Julie Arenas
Office Support Specialist
Student Success Center
A few words from her nominator:
"If sunshine could be a person, it would be Julie! She has the ability to make anyone smile with her bubbly personality and kind heart. She exemplifies exceptional customer service by greeting every student with a smile and guiding them through their journey on campus without hesitation. She has a natural ability to build supportive relationships with students that have made significant impacts on their collegiate success. Julie goes above and beyond in her duties as an Office Support Specialist in the Student Success Center and even extends a helping hand to other Student Services departments in times of need. She is a true treasure to Student Services and is one of the hardest workers I have ever met.”
February 2024 – Sonia Kukuch
Administrative Assistant IV
Admissions and Records
A few words from her nominator:
"Sonia is the Administrative Assistant IV for Admissions and Records, and plays a key role on the team. We thank Sonia for all that she does to assist our students and her fellow employees.”
January 2024 – Elizabeth Urban
Student Life Specialist I
Student Life
A few words from her nominator:
"Elizabeth is a part of the student life team and serves as a Student Life Specialist. From special events to everyday activities, we thank Elizabeth for all that she does for our students!”
December 2023 – Madison Morin
Facilities Operations Assistant
Facility Services
A few words from her nominator:
"Madison serves as the Facilities Operations Assistant for Facility Services. A problem solver and reliable member of facility services, we thank Madison for all that she does!”
November 2023 – Jennifer Denison
Administrative Assistant IV -Title V Grant
Title V
A few words from her nominator:
"Jennifer serves as the Administrative Assistant IV for Title V. A positive and dependable key player of the Title V team, we thank Jennifer for all she does!”
October 2023 – Katrina Ricks
Executive Administrative Assistant
Student Services
A few words from her nominator:
"Katrina serves as the Executive Administrative Assistant for the VP for Student Services. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Katrina for consistently going above and beyond in her role!”