Purdue Northwest employees and students honored with awards presented by peers
At what has become an annual spring tradition, Purdue University Northwest (PNW) celebrated the fourth anniversary of its founding by honoring faculty, staff and students. The award winners were nominated and selected by their peers.
These individuals represent the character of PNW: students who are self-driven leaders, committed to excellence. Faculty members who are devoted to teaching, passionate about helping students succeed, and who serve as mentors to students. And, staff who are dedicated to providing professional support to guide students on a path to success, outstanding facilities and a safe environment in which to learn.
This year’s honorees are:
Student Service Awards
John Guayta Luis Estrada
Outstanding Graduate Student Service Award
Calvin-Charles Mead
Outstanding Undergraduate Student Service Award
Oriana White
Outstanding Undergraduate Student Service Award
Outstanding Faculty Awards
Magesh Chandramouli
Associate professor of Computer Graphics Technology, College of Technology – Scholarship
Maged Mikhail
Assistant professor of Mechatronic Engineering Technology, College of Technology – Engagement
Nicolae Tarfulea
Professor of Mathematics, College of Engineering & Sciences – Teaching
Administrative Leader of the Year
Karen Stachyra
Executive director of Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Administrative Staff of the Year
Deborah Bachmann
Program coordinator, Honors College
Anna Kent
Academic advisor, College of Business
Clerical Staff of the Year
Rose Haite
Administrative assistant, College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Sherry Velasquez
Clerk, Campus Planning and Space Management
Service Staff of the Year
Mark Penman
Grounds equipment mechanic, Facilities and Grounds department
Nicolas Smith
Police officer, University Police department