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Employee Engagement and Recognition at the ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óª

At the ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óª, engagement and recognition work hand-in-hand to create a culture where employees feel valued, connected, and inspired. Engagement is the emotional and cognitive commitment employees have toward their work, their colleagues, and ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óªâ€™s mission—expressed through enthusiasm, dedication, and a sense of purpose. Recognition reinforces this commitment by celebrating contributions and milestones that reflect ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óªâ€™s values.

Signature programs highlight this alignment: the You Rock! Awards offers peer-to-peer recognition, empowering employees to appreciate one another in meaningful ways. The Years of Service Awards honor long-term dedication at 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50-year milestones, underscoring ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óªâ€™s gratitude for sustained contributions. Employee appreciation events, held in partnership with ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óª Athletics every year in January, provide opportunities for connection and celebration across campus. Additionally, Faculty and Staff Awards spotlight exceptional achievements in teaching, research, and service. Together, these initiatives foster belonging, motivation, and pride in being part of the ³Ô¹Ï´ó±¾Óª community.