2017 Andrews Heart Awards Archive
NOVEMBER 2017
Terry Dodge, PC support specialist, ITS
Supervisor: Benjamin Regoso
Served in this position: 19½ years (20½ if you count the year I worked as a student/staff before that)
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
I believe God places us where he wants us to be and He has chosen Andrews University for me so far. I also enjoy a sense of freedom and flexibility that would be hard to match anywhere else.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
I enjoy helping people and seeing their lives made easier in any way I can. I find satisfaction when someone has an "aha moment" from something I’ve shared or done.
Carmelita Arthur, admissions coordinator, School of Health Professions
Supervisor: Emmanuel Rudatsikira
Served in this position: Since July 2017, administrative assistant on campus since 2010
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
I had a wonderful college experience; so being able to help others have that experience too gives me great joy.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
I love to see people happy and if I can do anything to make them happy I will, no matter how small or insignificant it might seem.
H Thomas Goodwin, professor and chair, Department of Biology
Served in this position: Chair for five years, faculty at Andrews for 23 years
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
As a Seventh-day Adventist institution that values both faith and learning, Andrews has provided a nurturing environment where I can bring my full identity, as an Adventist and a biologist, to my twin loves of scholarship and teaching. And I love working with our students, in all their diversity, as they develop their own identities as Christian learners and professionals.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
I’m grateful for the rich grace and wonderful opportunities provided to me in my life. Perhaps I can sometimes be a conduit for this grace and opportunity to others?
Emma Tenorio, housekeeping supervisor, Meier Hall
Supervisor: Spencer Carter
Served in this position: 23+ years
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
Andrews University's ministry is always about sharing the love of God.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
The motivation that I have is to learn and research God’s purpose and show His love to everybody, especially students. I am really blessed to be in this institution. Thank you very much for the opportunity to work in a good environment like Andrews.
OCTOBER 2017
Melissa Bolle, catering manager, Dining Services
Supervisor: Jonathan Mark Daniels
Served in this position: Since December 2016, an employee of Andrews University since August 2016
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
Knowing that I can touch someone somehow. Every experience we have in life can be seen as an opportunity to leave something wonderful with someone.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
My motivation is that in a cold world we can still be Christ-like. We can still smile even though things may not be okay (remember Job). We can still spread sunshine to others’ clouds. I am new to Seventh-day Adventism. God has a purpose for me here!
Willy Diaz, payroll assistant, Human Resources
Supervisor: Under the direct supervision of Jerod Wilson and overall management of Dan Agnetta of Human Resources
Served in this position: 12 years since being hired in November 2005
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
The elements of Christian atmosphere and ethnic diversity contribute to an immense pleasure in serving here at Andrews.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
I count it a privilege to be able to serve God in all the daily interactions with people who pass my way. Seeing people smile and satisfied with whatever service I render truly makes my day.
Judith Fisher, director, Counseling & Testing Center
Supervisor: Frances Faehner
Served in this position: 14 years, 16 years full-time at Andrews
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
I am inspired by the students who come to Andrews from near and from far to expand their world, acquire a greater understanding of life and meaningfully contribute to their world. I am inspired by their dreams, their resilience, their determination, their struggles, their hope, their need for support and their desire to achieve greatness.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
As I interact with each student, I am reminded that I am an ambassador of Christ, and as I share from my heart, I connect each student to the heart of Jesus.
Donnie Keele III, associate dean, Meier Hall
Supervisor: Spencer Carter (director/dean, Meier Hall), Jennifer Burrill (director of Residence Life), Frances Faehner (vice president for Campus & Student Life)
Served in this position: Five years, only full-time position with the University
What inspires you about working at Andrews University?
I am really inspired by the idea of Christian education—that it shares in the work of redemption and that it has the power to increase our ability to better understand who God is and what he has called us to do. Andrews is a place that exists to facilitate the discovery of big things like passion, purpose, values and skills. To have a role in the process and to see it happening where I work is a part of the inspiration that keeps me going.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews?
I am motivated most by the people I work with every day. The Residence Life and Meier Hall staff are teams that allow me to be myself and pursue my ideas. The student deans and resident advisor staff are teams that engage with my influence and invite the best from me. Without their encouragement and support I would have a much harder time sharing my heart@andrews.
SEPTEMBER 2017
Lhorraine LondonPolite for her drive in creating and managing meaningful and successful events that show the Andrews heart
Aaron Moushon for his passionate engagement with all students, particularly Early College Experience and Explore Andrews
Evelyn Perez for her wisdom, gentleness and spiritual influence in the Department of Leadership
Allen Wellborn for his positive and proactive engagement in making the campus a better place for us all to live and work
AUGUST 2017
Qaisar Ayez for consistently going the extra mile in student care in Student Financial Services
Frances Faehner for her proactive engagement in the needs of the students and campus
Desmond Murray for modelling the Andrews heart in the community
Glenda Patterson for ensuring students receive the best possible care and service in the Seminary
Supervisor: Keith Mattingly, dean, College of Arts & Sciences
How long have you worked at Andrews? I am in my fourth year as chair; fifth year at Andrews.
What inspires you about working at Andrews University? I am inspired every day by my students and colleagues. In a world where actions and words can be negative, it is a pleasure to come to work and interact with those who view life in a positive manner. I am blessed each day to speak with those who may need assistance and to know that a small gesture of support can and does make a difference in someone’s day.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews? I know this honor is about my willingness to share my heart with others. However, I do not see it that way. I see the students as part of my family and all are welcome at the table. If they are in need, I will find a way to assist them; if they are hungry, I will feed them; if thirsty, offer them drink. I can be no other way. I share this honor with my department as we all work to provide food and assistance to those in need.
Jasmine Griggs, ITS contact center specialist
Supervisor: Timothy Trine, director of ITS client services
How long have you worked at Andrews? In this position for a year and a half. I have been a staff member for almost three years now and was a student worker for three years. Total of six years.
What inspires you about working at Andrews University? I believe God places us where He wants us to be, and he has chosen for me Andrews University. No matter where you are, or where you work, if you choose not to find joy in the snow, you will have less joy, but still the same amount of snow. It gives me joy knowing God has placed me right where I need to be and inspires me to do my best for him.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews? Technology really isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. It’s everywhere we look these days, and yet we still have difficulty with it. Often people feel insecure and stupid when trying to ask for help when it comes to technology. Nothing gives me more satisfaction than being able to spend time and help students, faculty and staff to give them that “Aha!” moment by solving their IT issue, so that they can get back to doing what they are best at.
Mark Moreno, associate professor of architecture, School of Architecture & Interior Design, founder/director of Renaissance Kids Architecture Camp
Supervisor: Carey Carscallen, dean, School of Architecture & Interior Design
How long have you worked at Andrews? 22 years
What inspires you about working at Andrews University? I love the collaborative and familial spirit in the School of Architecture. The architecture faculty have shaped a unique and purposeful curriculum of service that promotes whole human health, all upon a foundation of Christ’s teachings of love for one another. The school’s administrators respect and support the professors’ unique talents and areas of interest. Specifically, they help me fulfill a passion for working meaningful with kids in the community through Renaissance Kids.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews? The gift of human creativity motivates me in design and in making. Personally, design is more richly experienced when collaborating and sharing with others. So, I am grateful for the School of Architecture & Interior Design’s works, which are a constant source of ideas and inspiration.
Adriana Perera Larrate, chair, Department of Music
Supervisor: Keith Mattingly, dean, College of Arts & Sciences
How long have you worked at Andrews? One and a half years
I am honored to have the opportunity to share my passion for Jesus, people and music with my colleagues in the Department of Music. It is thrilling to work with musicians of their stature who have decided to dedicate their talents to God's service.
What motivates you to share your heart@andrews? I would like my life to make music in God's ears.
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