Christina Trombley, executive director for Drake Online and Continuing Education, recently received the 2022 Central Region Sue Maes Outstanding Leadership Award from the University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA).

The award recognizes one UPCEA Central Region professional member each year who has exhibited outstanding leadership and service. Trombley was honored at at the UPCEA Central Region Conference in late September in Columbus, Ohio.

The award recognizes leadership, service, and a commitment to adult and continuing education with the member’s institution and region.  A long-time UPCEA member, Trombley has presented and moderated a number of conference sessions at both the regional and national level. She has held several offices within the organization, including vice-chair and chair for the Central Region, and currently serves the region as regional representative.  In addition, she is recognized for her commitment to mentoring and supporting others at UCM, at other institutions and through numerous UPCEA connections.