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| Kimberly Pitts, Helpdesk Coordinator in the Information Technology Services department, has been voted Savannah State University's 2022-2023 Staff Member of the Year. |
Of Savannah State University’s approximately 250 staff members, Helpdesk Coordinator Kimberly Pitts has been named Staff Member of the Year. Pitts works in the university’s Information Technology (IT) Services department, and received the award during the annual Staff Appreciation Day event. The Staff Member of the Year receives a commemorative plaque, a one-year reserved parking permit, one complimentary meal in the campus dining hall, and a special stadium announcement at the homecoming football game.
“Winning this award means so much to me because it is confirmation that I'm reaching the goal I've set to be a blessing to Savannah State University. It is motivation to continue to do the best job that I can,” said Pitts. “I pray that I can make a difference with the students, just like the faculty and staff did for me when I was a student.”
Nominated for her positive attitude and
willingness to help employees solve their IT challenges above and beyond the
need, Pitts is known for being knowledgeable, gracious and dedicated. A native
of Savannah, Pitts began working at SSU in February of 2019, and is a double
Tiger. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in computer science technology
and an Associate of Science degree in computer engineering technology from
Savannah State College.
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| Members of the Staff Support Council Awards Committee and Savannah State University President Kimberly Ballard-Washington congratulate Kimberly Pitts on winning the Staff Member of the Year award during the annual Staff Appreciation Day event. From left: Tara Aikens, Kimberly Pitts, President Kimberly Ballard-Washington and 2021-2022 Staff Council President Johnny McDonald. |
The Staff Support Council of Savannah State University recognizes staff members each fall and spring semester in three categories – Service Excellence, Innovation, Unsung Hero – who have exemplified prestige in contributing to the improvement, quality and performance of the university. During Staff Appreciation Day, the Staff Person of the Year is awarded to one of the previously nominated recipients who receives the most peer votes from campus staff.
In Spring 2022, Pitts earned the Unsung Hero Award, which recognizes a staff member who works behind the scenes, and continues to go above and beyond the call of duty to improve the university experience for students and co-workers.
Other staff award nominees included Patricia Ogden, executive director of Information Technology Services, and Tamera Waterman, director of GEAR UP, for Service Excellence; Teah Jones, retention specialist in the Center for Student Success and Retention for Unsung Hero; and Jeff Miley, custodian in Physical Plant Operations for innovation.
The Staff Support Council is responsible for
the advancement of the university’s staff members and serves as the governing
body and communication representation for all staff to university
administration.
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| The university celebrated its approximately 250 staff members during the annual Staff Appreciation Day in May. |