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Monthly YES Recognition Winners
New York City - June
Mariajosé Romero, Dean’s Office, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, New York
Recognized by Emily Welty, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, New York City:
I just wanted to take a moment to recognize Mariajosé Romero for the exceptional patience and care she takes with faculty. I know that she is often tasked with making sense of quantitative data for faculty without significant quantitative backgrounds and she does so with candor humor and patience. In a recent meeting, she helped me understand a series of metrics in a way that made sense to me without belittling or humiliating me. She is a true collaborative problem solver who builds trust.
Westchester - June
Nicholas Carrozza*, Information Technology Services, Westchester
Recognized by Beth Gordon, Informational Technology Services, Westchester:
Tony, Irwin, Nick and Teresa all enthusiastically volunteered at the Pleasantville Staff Picnic. I appreciate how they took time out of their days to help make other employees have fun. Their dedication to ITS and Pace overall is super strong and we are lucky to have them on the team!
*Irwin Narayan, Teresa Petrilli and Tony Soares were also nominated. Nicholas Carrozza was the winner of the random movie ticket drawing.
Yes I Make It Happen Monthly Nominees
All Employees recognized in the month of June 2024 (PDF)
Previous University–Wide Monthly YES Winners
May 2024
Joseph Cipolla, Special Events, New York
Recognized by Jean Gallagher, Administrative Planning, New York City: Thank you for working with us at Commencement 2024. It takes a tremendous team effort to make the day a success and we could not have done it without your hard work and commitment. Our graduates and their families appreciate your dedication-as do all of us in the Pace Community. Again thank you!
Cathy Raynis Meeker, First Year Experience, Westchester
Recognized by Jennifer Slotkin, International Programs, New York City:
Education Abroad couldn't have delivered the First-Year Experience London program my UNV 101 class in the fall or the subsequent advising of first-year students without the great guidance of Jennifer, Cathy and Larry. While two of them have transitioned to different roles, I had to recognize this team's work in this capacity and how much I appreciate them as administrators.
April 2024
Valentina Dirubba, Beekman Library, New York*
Recognized by Laureano Waleska, Beekman Library, New York City: Valentina and Jordan are the warriors of working on Saturdays. They keep our circulation desk staffed and make sure that resources and services are available to our patrons. They are reliable and a great team. We appreciate you both. Thank you both.
*Jordan Naidoo was also nominated. Valentina Dirubba was the winner of the random movie ticket drawing.
Jonah Safris, Mail Services, Westchester
Recognized by Maureen Colgan, English, Westchester: Jonah went above and beyond helping our department with a mailing to newly accepted students. Jonah was able to explain clearly the most cost efficient way to mail these items. He even made a special trip to my office to drop off the perfect size mailers! Jonah was so kind and happy to help. We greatly appreciate Jonah's dedication to the entire Pace community!
March 2024
Jonathan Salamak, Student Engagement, New York
Recognized by Jemina Fortune, Student Engagement, New York: Jon has contributed to an excellent OL recruitment this year which led to the highest application submission since after March 2020. He was involved in leading/moderating 10 info sessions which included virtual and in-person sessions. Supported in creating an exciting recruitment experience that got students excited to be involved with the New Student Orientation program this summer. I am so grateful for his support in taking the initiative to put more into this process, which yielded excellent results. Kudos to you!
Elaine McLaughlin, Payroll, Westchester
Recognized by Nancy DeRiggi, Planning/Assessment/Research, Westchester: Elaine demonstrated exceptional professionalism by proactively addressing an issue with a part-time employee's timecard guaranteeing timely payment. Her decisive actions underscore her reliability and effectiveness in resolving critical matters. This incident serves as a reminder of Elaine's dependability and professionalism and I appreciate her support!
February 2024
Angie Mangual, Career Services, New York
Recognized by Paula King, Career Services, Westchester: Angie is nominated for the YES Award as an instrumental player in the success of our Team Days initiative with the Pleasantville student-athletes. From arranging/picking up food to delivering excellence in customer service as she navigates our students through sign-in, connecting them to available career counselors inviting them to snack and completing surveys - all with a smile and engaging conversation! Angie consistently displays accessibility, respectfulness, professionalism, accountability, and proactiveness to students and staff. Thank you Angie!
Jason Gonzalez, Student Engagement, Westchester*
Recognized by Jacklyn Romani, Student Engagement, Westchester: My commuter assistants Sussy and Jason have been nothing but amazing throughout this academic year. They have helped me put on several successful programs and are dedicated to making the commuter student experience better. I appreciate their incredible work ethic motivation and drive. I could not have done it without them!
*Sussy Vizuet was also nominated. Jason Gonzalez was the winner of the random movie ticket drawing.