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myHR: February 14, 2018
Penn Recognizes Outstanding Staff Members with 2018 Models of Excellence
As our entire region continues to bask in the glow of Super Bowl victory, we are pleased to announce Penn’s own staff champions, the 2018 Models of Excellence honorees. This year, the Models of Excellence Program will recognize 97 outstanding staff members who have made remarkable contributions to the University’s standing as a global leader in education, research, and public service.
The awards are presented in three categories: Models of Excellence, Pillars of Excellence, and Model Supervisor. Each winner—individual or team member—will receive $500 and a symbolic award. Staff members who have earned Honorable Mentions will receive $250 and a symbolic award.
On Wednesday, April 4, 2018, President Amy Gutmann, Provost Wendell Pritchett, Executive Vice President Craig R. Carnaroli, and Vice President for Human Resources Jack Heuer will present staff members from schools and centers across the University with awards for their exemplary service at a festive ceremony in Irvine Auditorium.
The entire Penn Community is invited to join the 19th annual Models of Excellence Award celebration on April 4 at 4pm! Visit www.hr.upenn.edu/models for more information about Penn's phenomenal staff honorees and the spectacular Models of Excellence ceremony.
2018 Models of Excellence Honorees
Models of Excellence
The Models of Excellence Award recognizes staff member accomplishments that reflect initiative, leadership, increased efficiency, and a deep commitment to service.
The Intercultural Leadership Team, Charity Payne, and the Working Group for LGBTQ Student Health will be presented with the Models of Excellence award this year.
Intercultural Leadership Team
Shaina Adams-El Guabli, Provost’s Center
Rodolfo (Rudie) Altamirano, Penn Global
Batsirai Bvunzawabaya, Student Services
Valerie De Cruz, Student Services
Katie Bonner, Student Services
Yuhong He, Student Services
Umi Howard, Wharton School
Matthew LeRoy, Student Services
Soumya Madabhushi, Student Services
Sarvelia Nonantzin Peralta-Duran, Wharton School
Julianne Reynolds, Student Services
Charquinta Sullivan, Student Services
Ryan Villanueva, Penn Global
Charity Payne, School of Engineering and Applied Science
Working Group for LGBTQ Student Health Team
Melissa Bottiglio, Student Services
Cyndy Boyd, Student Services
Julia M. Burton, Student Services
Laura Kay Collins, Student Services
Erin G. Cross, Student Services
David Glassman, Student Services
Ashlee Halbritter, Student Services
Heather Hersh, Student Services
Sigrid Larson, Student Services
Elizabeth Manai, Student Services
Judith Max Palmer, Student Services
Joyce McNeill, Student Services
Daniel Meyer, Student Services
Julie M. Mullany, Student Services
Giang T. Nguyen, Student Services
Perri Stella, Student Services
Meghan Sullivan, Student Services
Amanda Finegold Swain, Student Services
Erin Taylor, Student Services
Leslie Thompson, Student Services
Models of Excellence Honorable Mentions
The Faculty Life and Professional Development Team, Institutional Risk Committee (IRC) Information Security Program, and Gayle Joseph will receive Models of Excellence Honorable Mentions.
Faculty Life and Professional Development Team
Vivian Fisher, Perelman School of Medicine
Karen Grasse, Perelman School of Medicine
Kimberly Haebel, Perelman School of Medicine
Rorie Leahy, Perelman School of Medicine
Dorothy L. Leung, Perelman School of Medicine
Victoria Mulhern, Perelman School of Medicine
Chelsea Patrick, Perelman School of Medicine
Karen Shala, Perelman School of Medicine
Stephanie Taitano, Perelman School of Medicine
Jane Waltman, Perelman School of Medicine
Institutional Risk Committee Information Security Program Team
Dan Alig, Wharton School
R. Joy Azikiwe, Human Resources
Jeffrey Ballentine, Information Systems and Computing
Joshua Beeman, Information Systems and Computing
John J. Breen III, Information Systems and Computing
James Brewer, Information Systems and Computing
Robert Brower, Human Resources
Sean Burke, President’s Center
Richard Cardona, Annenberg School for Communication
James Choate, Information Systems and Computing
Caroline Couture, Information Systems and Computing
Donna Milici Dacey, Information Systems and Computing
Robert Desilets, Information Systems and Computing
Catherine DiBonaventura, School of Design
Darlene P. Dziomba, Information Systems and Computing
David James Earley, Information Systems and Computing
Ryan Hastings, Information Systems and Computing
Paul Herrmann, Information Systems and Computing
Michael Herzog, Graduate School of Education
Bryan Hopkins, Information Systems and Computing
Samuel Jenkins, Information Systems and Computing
Sarah Katz, Information Systems and Computing
Denise Mancuso Lay, Information Systems and Computing
Naila Machado, Information Systems and Computing
Sherry Michael, Information Systems and Computing
Melissa Muth, Information Systems and Computing
John W. O’Brien, Information Systems and Computing
Warren Petrofsky, School of Arts and Sciences
Magida Phillips, Business Services
Jacqueline Koury Raynor, Information Systems and Computing
Charles Rumford, Information Systems and Computing
Michael Sanker, Information Systems and Computing
Scott D. Schafer, Audit, Compliance and Privacy
Kevin Secrest, Audit, Compliance and Privacy
Joseph Shannon, Division of Finance
Lauren Steinfeld, Audit, Compliance and Privacy
Matthew Sullivan, Information Systems and Computing
David Tarampi, Information Systems and Computing
Vivin Varghese, Facilities and Real Estate Services
Mark Wehrle, Information Systems and Computing
Paul Weidner, Division of Finance
Barry Wilson, Wharton School
Ira Winston, School of Engineering
Wiam Younes, Information Systems and Computing
Jennifer Yuan, Information Systems and Computing
Gayle Joseph, School of Veterinary Medicine
Pillars of Excellence
The Pillars of Excellence Award recognizes the important support Penn’s weekly-paid staff members provide to promote the University’s mission.
This year’s Pillars of Excellence awards will go to Kim Bowers of Student Services and Deidre Wood of Facilities and Real Estate Services.
Pillars of Excellence Honorable Mentions
Honorable Mention goes to the Materials Library & Shared Shelf Team.
Materials Library & Shared Shelf Team
Elizabeth W. Beck, University Library
Constance Mood, University Library
Christal Springer, University Library
Model Supervisor
The Model Supervisor Award honors supervisors who are effective and productive leaders for the University.
This year Rodolfo (Rudie) Altamirano in Penn Global will receive a Model Supervisor Award.
Model Supervisor Honorable Mentions
Honorable Mentions go to Amy Ashbridge of the Perelman School of Medicine and Karen Di Maria from Facilities and Real Estate Services.
We would like to thank the 23-member 2018 Selection Committee of people from across the Penn community: administrators, faculty, weekly-paid staff, supervisors, and past Models of Excellence honorees for their thoughtful efforts. This year, the selection committee carefully reviewed the dozens of nominations received. All nominees merit recognition for their noteworthy work. Honorees were selected based on their distinguished efforts and impact above-and-beyond expectation.
Visit the Models of Excellence website for ceremony details and to learn how you can nominate a worthy staff member for this prestigious award.
Congratulations to all this year's Models of Excellence honorees, finalists and nominees!
Are You Ready for Staff Performance Appraisals?
Get a head start on Penn’s annual staff performance appraisals by attending one of Penn’s free upcoming seminars.
The performance appraisal process is an opportunity for both supervisors and staff to reflect, assess, and plan for the future. It can be a valuable experience for your entire team.
Join us at a convenient seminar for step-by-step guidance through the performance appraisal process. Whether you’re new to Penn’s process, want a refresher, or would like guidance on addressing specific performance issues, you’re sure to leave the session prepared.
Participating in Performance Appraisals for Staff: March 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Conducting Performance Appraisals for Supervisors: March 13, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Register today on Knowledge Link.
Performance appraisals are due June 1, 2018. You can begin uploading performance information as early as March 15 when the 2018 Annual Performance Appraisal module becomes available online at https://portal.hr.upenn.edu.
Supervisors who already drafted 2018 appraisals for their staff in the online system can share the appraisals with their staff members starting March 15.
For more information, visit Human Resources’ Performance Management web pages.
Form 1095-C Will Be Available Soon
IRS Form 1095-C includes information about the health insurance coverage offered to you by Penn as well as information for each of your family members enrolled under your Penn benefits plan.
The 1095-C forms will be mailed and available online on or before February 28, 2018. To access your form online, go to the My Pay section of the secure U@Penn portal at www.upenn.edu/u@penn, then select “My 1095-C form.”
If you receive a Form 1095-C from Penn, keep it for your records. While you do not need to attach your 1095-C to your tax return when filing, you do need to indicate on your tax return if you had qualifying health coverage. Form 1095-C provides proof of that coverage.
if you have questions about your form, call Equifax at 855-823-3728. When prompted for your employee ID number, enter your social security number.
For general information about Form 1095-C, visit www.irs.gov/form1095c or the IRS Affordable Care Act & Taxes at a Glance webpage.
Healthy Meals: Raspberries with Chocolate Yogurt Mousse
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Did You Know: Vanguard Has Quarterly Retirement Planning Webinars
It's never too early to start saving for retirement. Vanguard, one of Penn's retirement plan providers, offers two webinars on February 21 and 22 to help you achieve your financial goals: "Getting on Track for Retirement" and "Timeline to Retirement." For webinar times and registration, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/registration or click here.