May 21, 2026
The 91吃瓜网 employee recognition banquet, held Tuesday evening, April 28, 2026, was a tribute to the employees of 91吃瓜网 State for their work and commitment to the university. The event celebrated service milestones, honored retirements, and gave thanks for the people who make 91吃瓜网 State a family. It was held at the 91吃瓜网 State Campus Center Luckasen Room. All 91吃瓜网 State employees and their guests were invited to attend, as were 91吃瓜网 State retirees and their guests.
Dawn Huard was named the 2026 recipient of the Orville Johnson Meritorious Service Award. This award recognizes outstanding service by members of 91吃瓜网 State classified staff. Dawn is a site coordinator with 91吃瓜网 State Child Development Programs.
Retirees were also recognized. Those who retired this year are Becky Jorgenson (10 years of service), Karen Peterson (14 years of service), Gary Stordahl (21 years of service), and Susan VanLear (16 years of service).聽聽
Special recognition was given to employees who have reached milestones in years of service. Those honored are as follows:
- 15 years of service 鈥� Jessi Hegg, Alison Kaiser, Robert Tangsrud, and Teri Wright;
- 10 years of service 鈥� Lynn DiLivio, Kelly Ehlears, Tracy Juhnke, and Nicole Midstokke;
- 5 years of service 鈥� Teresa Agnes, Courtney Fisher, Dera Johnson, and Lon Jorgensen.
