The 2022 Sapphire Awards were hosted online by the All Staff Council Recognition Committee and Human Resources on Thursday, May 12. You can watch a recording here.

Every individual and group nominated for a Called to be True Blue award this year was eligible to win the Sapphire Award. There were 25 True Blue awards given, 17 individuals and 8 group awards. One individual and two groups were chosen as this year’s winners.

Winners of 2022 Sapphire awards were:

• Erica Hartschen, assistant to the vice president, nominated by Andy Verlengia.
• Office of Student Financial Planning, nominated by Chris Ditter.
• Assistant Athletic Trainers, nominated by Angie Dahl.

Two other awards were presented.

• SOE Dean Ryan Wise presented the Employee Excellence Award to Lisa Proctor, director, Head Start.
• University Communications and Marketing Director Leslie Maynes presented the Levitt Community Service Award to Erin Bell, associate director of marketing, and live mascot manager.

Andy Verlengia recognized and thanked the out-going All Staff Council members.

• Past Chair: Sara Heijerman
• Recognition Committee: Dianna Gray, Drinda Williams
• Special Events/Community Service: Kim Jones, Tyler Spoon
• Special Interest: Laura Bjurstrom

The winner of the free parking pass for next year is Alicia Mann, office manager, IT Services.

— Drinda Williams, On behalf of All Staff Council