Category: Spotlight

IT project manager celebrates 25 years with UF

Bradley Harwood’s 25-year career at UF is a testament to adaptability, versatility, a deep commitment to his work and educational support through the EEP.

Creating connections: A program coordinator’s award-winning debut

Anna Spaschak, Program Coordinator for Special Populations in the Division of Student Life’s Center for New Student and Family Programs, supports orientation and transition efforts with a focus on both UF Online and transfer student populations. This past spring, Spaschak won a University-Level Superior Accomplishment Award for Rookie of the Year.

An all-star advisor’s impact: Helping students find their path and purpose

Thomas Garvey, an academic advisor in the College of Journalism and Communications, or CJC, has worked for the University of Florida for four years. In addition to his advising duties, Garvey recently served as the primary presenter for the CJC’s presentations at First-Year Student Preview, where he was able to introduce students to available programs and opportunities. This past spring, Garvey won a University-Level Superior Accomplishment Award for Individual Employee Performance in the Student, Academic & Alumni Services category.

Serving smiles: A dental hygienist’s award-winning impact

Whitney Haley, a dental hygienist in the College of Dentistry’s Department of Community Dentistry and Behavioral Health Science, works at the UF satellite campus in Seminole and oversees the administration of the Special Day Foundation dental program, which helps bridge the gap in access to dental care for those with developmental disabilities. This past spring, Haley received a University-Level Superior Accomplishment Award for Individual Employee Performance in the Health Care & Physical Sciences category.

Dr. Matt Whiles delivers more than food through Meals on Wheels program

For more than a year, Matt Whiles, Ph.D., has been delivering meals to elderly residents in the Gainesville area through the Meals on Wheels program.

Shining a light on sickle cell disease

As a researcher and mom of a 7-year-old son with sickle cell disease, Candice J. Adams-Mitchell, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, has a unique perspective on the disease.

Offering support to our UF community in the wake of Hurricane Helene

Whether you help by raising awareness, volunteering or donating, your support will positively impact those affected by the storm.

Get to know EAP therapist Allison Rider

Allison Rider recently joined the University of Florida as a new Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, therapist.

Exploring opportunities for growth with the UF Academy

After learning about the UF Academy from past participants, Phillips decided to join the program — an experience that helped her improve her communication skills and develop her natural skill set at work.

Read on to learn more about the UF Academy’s impact on Phillips’ professional journey.

Kristy Sasser: “Take every opportunity for knowledge and growth that is offered to you”

When UFPD Operations Manager Kristy Sasser joined the Managers Cohort, she was able to build connections and gain new perspectives on her work.

Read on to learn more about the impact the Managers Cohort had on Sasser’s professional journey.