Classified Awards

Employee of the Year 2024

dinae baker

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER I – LIBRARY

Dinae Baker is a transformative leader whose dedication has revitalized campus coffee culture and fostered a vibrant, inclusive community.

Through her innovative management, she has expanded and improved Book & Brew, making it a hub for connection among students, faculty, and staff.

Dinae’s mentorship, compassion, and professionalism have not only elevated the coffee shops she oversees but have also left a lasting impact on the entire Mines community, creating safe spaces and opportunities for growth for her student employees.

 

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AWARD 2024

KRISTINA BRAWLEY

CUSTODIAN I – FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Kristina goes above and beyond the baseline of her custodial job to make sure that our spaces are clean, literally from top to bottom.  Her unwavering commitment to excellence, her attention to detail, and her personal touch make her an exceptional employee.

Kristina makes it a point to interact with faculty, staff, and students with warmth and friendliness, always offering a smile. Her presence is felt throughout the building—not only because of her dedication to cleanliness but also because of her ability to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Congratulations Kristina!

 

UNSUNG HERO AWARD 2024

SHANCE FARRELL

PIPE MECHANCICAL TRADES III – SUPERVISOR 

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Shance is an example of what a true leader looks like. He has been at Mines for over nine years, has been in various positions and excelled at every one. His hard work and dedication have earned the respect of the Facilities Management leadership and staff.

Shance is 100% committed to the mission at Mines and will do whatever it takes to get the job done. He treats everyone with respect and makes each person feel like they are the most important part of his day.

His dedication, honesty, and compassion are second to none!

MINES CLIMBS TOGETHER 2024

MOVING AND EVENTS TEAM

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

                      David Beebe   Supervisor                         

Curt Austin                                    Tommy Bennett                         

David Claussen                            John Heneman   

Wanjin Im                                     ​   Brandon Smith

Employee of 2023

carter kubic

electrical engineering

Employee of 2022

debi pretz

residence life

Employee of 2021

marlo fejarang

facilities management

Employee of 2020

Buddy haun

mechanical engineering

Employee of 2019

Scott Acker

Facilities Management

Employee of 2018

Bruce Yoshioka

Mining Engineering

Employee of 2017

Megan Rose

Department of Chemistry

Employee of 2016

Nancy Bliss-Kelly

Student Activities

Employee of 2015

Tabatha Brawand

Registrar

Employee of 2014

Kelly Hummel

Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Employee of 2013

Vanessa Gonzalez

EECS

Employee of 2012

Margi Aguiar

Financial Aid

Employee of 2011

Barbara Pratt-Johnson

Physics

Employee of 2010

Connie Warren

LAIS

Employee of 2009

Michael Stadick

Chemical Engineering

Employee of 2008

Jennie Kenney

Academic Affairs

Employee of 2007

Janee Hodges

Student Life

Employee of 2006

Paula Gorsline (Posthumous)

Student Life

Employee of 2005

Paul Leaf

Plant Facilities

Employee of 2004

Teresa Hall

Plant Facilities

Employee of 2003

Blair Draper

Plant Facilities