Meritorious Recognition goes to:

John Langer, ECC
  John is a very dedicated employee who takes on technical challenges every day with grace. He is an exceptional broadcast engineer and network technician, who has kept a great work ethic for sixteen years.  He is always willing to "lend a hand" and go the extra mile.  John brings a unique combination of exceptional expertise and personal caring to his responsibilities.  His skill in explaining technical issues, and the patience he affords us until we understand them, is truly appreciated.
  He was nominated for his successful efforts in finding a solution to replace and upgrade the video server used to program content for play back on cable channel 8 and low power channel 21.  In turn this will allow us to "Show Case" all the other programs to the campus and the city community.

Sarah Silva, iTAC
Sarah consistently provides impeccable customer service.  She is willing to sit one-on-one and explain a technical issue to an individual, as well as provide technical training to an entire group. When I think about the contributions Sarah has made in the past year, I think of Operation PC.  In just a few weeks’ time, Sarah put together outstanding documentation for the project team to use for testing and for the students moving into the residence halls to use. Sarah works quickly, but also pays attention to detail and accuracy. Sarah also created a web site and documentation for the transition to Trend Micro.  To ensure internal staff were properly trained, she created an online tutorial as well as a quiz to test staff afterwards. Sarah has trained more than 500 faculty, staff and administrative assistants.  Sarah is always patient and willing to listen, if others need her help.

Gerry Snyder, K-State Research and Extension/IET
Gerry Snyder is a multimedia specialist and trainer. He works tirelessly to help Extension Specialists and Agents apply IT and reach their clientele across the state. He is extraordinarily interested in a wide range of topics, especially those related to the environment and natural resources. For a media kit on water quality that was distributed statewide, Gerry was responsible for all the graphic work, creation of CDs, and development of the website. He stays up-to-date in current technology and applies that knowledge to our communication needs. He offers understandable explanations and suggestions. Best of all, he doesn’t lose patience with those of us who are technologically-challenged.

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