Outstanding Administrator Award

Outstanding Administrator of the Quarter:

Anna Miller

Scholarship Coordinator

“Anna’s commitment to the college’s mission is unwavering. She is easily accessible, always promotes a sense of community, and continually provides excellent customer service inside and outside the institution. Her dedication to serving all students is a testament to her professional character. We are lucky to have someone of Anna’s caliber here at Casper College.”

Dannielle Anderson

STAR Program Coordinator

“She goes above and beyond each day to serve students in every aspect. She is always the first person to jump in and offer help. Dannielle truly cares about our student population and comes to work every day with a fantastic attitude. Dannielle is always supportive, kind, caring, and empathetic.”

Devin Fulton

Student Life Coordinator

“Devin interacts with students, staff, faculty, and community members with compassion, kindness, and professionalism.”

“Devin has strived to create an environment which builds trust between stakeholders (ie. student life and security). Devin has always promoted a sense of community and worked tirelessly to support Casper college students.”

Mike McLemore

Digital Learning Audio Visual Coordinator

“Many qualities set Mike apart, including his unwavering dedication to supporting our campus. Mike’s commitment extends beyond regular working hours, often finding him tirelessly assisting others during off-hours. It’s not unusual for him to go above and beyond to ensure the seamless operation of audio-visual technology on campus.

Mike has not only been a pillar of support for our campus community but, most recently, he has also played a pivotal role in the success of our new Visual Arts building, demonstrating an extraordinary commitment to the advancement of our institution.“

About:

The Casper College Outstanding Administrator Award is designed to recognize an administrator who demonstrates an outstanding service reputation. This would include: job performance, knowledge, effectiveness, character, communication, cooperation, judgment and interactions. The nominee must have completed a minimum of two years of service as an administrator at Casper College and have not received the honor during the previous five years. Administrators may not nominate themselves for this award.

Below are details about the

quarterly award
annual award

QUARTERLY OUTSTANDING ADMINISTRATOR AWARD

Quarterly award winners will receive a certificate, coffee mug and $25 coffee gift card (based on fund availability). They will also have their photo taken with the President, and be recognized on the website and at a Board of Trustees meeting.

Timeline:

Call for Quarterly Nominations announced across campus:

Quarter 1: opens June 30; closes July 15; announced July 31
Quarter 2: opens October 1; closes October 15; announced October 31
Quarter 3: opens January 1; closes January 15; announced January 31
Quarter 4: opens March 1; closes March 15; announced March 31

*Nominees will roll over for three subsequent quarters if not selected and new nominations will be requested in addition.

Quarterly Outstanding Administrator Winners (2024-2025)

Quarter 1: Dannielle Anderson – STAR Program Coordinator
Quarter 2: Anna Miller – Scholarship Coordinator
Quarter 3:
Quarter 4:

ANNUAL OUTSTANDING ADMINISTRATOR AWARD

The four Quarterly Outstanding Administrators will move forward for the nomination of Annual Outstanding Administrator. The Annual Outstanding Administrator for the year receives $1,000 (based on fund availability), an award plaque, and will be recognized on the website and at the end of year Retirement and Recognition event.

Criteria for Nomination:

Nominations should address the following questions:

How does nominee display outstanding professionalism?
How does the nominee interact with others in an outstanding manner?
What traits and qualities have you seen since their nomination of quarterly outstanding administrator?

Nomination Process

Administrative Staff, classified staff, and faculty can nominate an administrator for this award.
Please complete the online nomination form by stated deadlines. Any questions can be directed to the Vice Chair of Administrative Alliance.

Outstanding Administrators

Mike McLemore [2024]
Digital Learning Audio Visual Coordinator
Chelse DePaolo-Lara [2023]
Director of Adult Education and Lifelong Learning
Brian Clark [2022]
Network Coordinator
Linda Toohey [2021]
Vice President of Student Services
Joanne Theobald [2020]
Director of Counseling
Tracy Hasely [2019]
Director, Student Health Services
Linda Nichols [2018]
Registrar
Melissa Stahley-Cummings [2017]
Director, Assessment
Lisa Goss [2016]
Veteran and Hathaway Scholarship Coordinator
Leanne Loya [2015]
Student Success Counselor
Donna Sonesen [2014]
Director, Early Childhood Learning Center
Teresa Wallace [2013]
Director, Counseling
Robyn Landen [2012]
Director, Financial Services/Controller
Alison McNulty [2011]
Registrar/Director, Admissions and Student Records
Lois Davis [2010]
Dean, Educational Resources
Kim Byrd [2009]
Student Success Coordinator
Kevin Anderson [2007]
Western History/Automation Specialist
Janet de Vries [2006]
Director, Career Services
Barb Meryhew [2005]
Director, Housing/Student Activities
Mark Robinson [2004]
Campus Security Director
Jim Ochiltree [2003]
Vice President Student Services
Ron Mathisen [2002]
Buildings Maintenance Supervisor
Shirley Jacob [2001]
Grants Coordinator
Linda (King) Toohey [2000]
Director, Admission Services
Lynn Fletcher [1999]
Registrar/Coordinator Admissions and Student Records
William Landen [1997]
Director, College Relations
Darry Voigt [1996]
Director, Student Financial Aid
Jenny Black [1995]
Admissions Coordinator
Russell Poppen [1994]
Director, Student Placement/Career Services
R. Lynnette Anderson [1993]
Director, College Library
Garth Shanklin (1992)
Director, Counseling
Stan McDowell [1991]
Director, Intramurals
Paul E. Hallock [1990]
Director, Planning and Development
A. LeRoy Strausner [1989]
Dean of Students