Pierce Institute Staff Leadership Award

The Pierce Award for Staff Leadership

The Pierce Award for Staff Leadership is given annually by the Pierce Institute to a staff member who demonstrates admirable leadership, dedication, and service to Oxford College and its students.  The award includes public recognition, a plaque, and a signficant monetary award.

The recipient of the Pierce Award for Staff Leadership for 2009 is Michael Browning, senior maintenance mechanic, Physical Plant. Michael received multiple nominations for this year's award.  Since arriving at Oxford College in 1998, Michael has been a constant resource for members of the Oxford community, serving wherever needed with patience, dedication and an ever-ready smile.  Besides his outstanding work as a senior maintenance mechanic, Michael has volunteered his time in other ways for the benefit of Oxford's faculty, staff, and students, such as serving as a chaperone with the alternative spring break trips or assisting with the Bicycle Ride across Georgia.  One person noted that "Michael is a wonderful leader and is always willing to respond quickly and go the extra mile when needed.  He anticipates needs and is a very friendly, patient, and very knowledgeable person."  Another person concluded at the end of her nomination, "He is truly an exceptional asset to the Oxford College community."  When you see Michael around campus, please stop and congratulate him for this well-deserved honor.

Previous Pierce Award for Staff Leadership winners include the 2008 recipient, Crystal McLaughlin, director of student development; and the 2007 recipient, Regina Barrett, administrative assistant for academic services.

During this academic year, if you would like to nominate someone for a Pierce Institute Staff Leadership Award, please e-mail Andrea M. Plater, Administrative Assistant, The Pierce Institute at aplater@emory.edu with the name of the person you are nominating and your reasons for the nomination.