Employee Recognition

Gratitude and Recognition

THANK YOU for going the extra mile.

Dedicated faculty and staff ensure the success of Creighton University. We give not only of our knowledge, expertise and skill, but also of ourselves. Use the form below to tell us about a faculty or staff member who has helped you or others in a positive way and exhibits Creighton’s Core Jesuit Values.

If you know someone in the Creighton community who deserves to be recognized, fill out the Gratitude and Recognition form.

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Tami richardson-nelson

Tami Richardson-Nelson is a giant asset to the Creighton IT department. She has been with Creighton University for many years and in recent years moved into this role. In every IT encounter our Program as had with Tami at the lead, our expectations have been exceeded. She is timely, accurate, and truly thinks of everything. Tami also follows up to be sure that all devices are working properly and that we have everything we need. The PA Program is not only impressed, but extremely grateful for her hard work and dedication. 

Received From: Geri Horton - School of Medicine; Physician Assistant Program - Omaha Campus, January 2024

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Jo walton

Jo has been with the University a long time and is an invaluable resource. This is not a secret as it is evidenced by how often Jo is called upon to shoulder staffing shortages. She is the go-to person when anyone needs help. Jo effortlessly builds collaborative and friendly relationships with all who are blessed to work with her. Hard work and reliability are two additional strengths of hers. Her high capacity keeps her at the office long hours but she never lets anyone down. In addition to her high capacity and high effectiveness, Jo is always a delight to work with. She cares about those around her and has remarkable authentic empathy. She goes about her day with a positive attitude and an excellent sense of humor. We are so lucky to have Jo Walton at Creighton University as she is as exceptional as a human as she is as a team member. Great work, Jo! We adore you.

Received From: Erin Hoffman - School of Medicine; Physician Assistant Program and SOM Dean's Office, July 2023

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Dr. Anne Conroy

"Dr. Conroy has been going above and beyond to keep our clinic running flawlessly. She has helped take over an additional set of duties while a staff member is on leave in addition to her actual job. She has been working tirelessly to support our trainees and maintain clinical operations. Our clinic would not be running without her hard work."

Received From: Supriya Bhatia - Student Counseling Services, January 2023

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Colleen Hendrick

"Colleen is a great person inside and out. CU is so luck to have her as an employee. Every year I have the privilege of working Colleen on the Graduate Hooding Ceremony. This year, commencement was added and it was great to have Colleen on the team. Faculty, staff and students love her. She is such a hard worker and gets things done. Colleen is always dependable and goes the extra mile."

Received From: Chris Karasek - Heider College of Business, January 2023

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Taylor Janicek

"Taylor Janicek serves as our Assistant Director for Sorority Life at Creighton. As a newer employee to Creighton, he constantly steps up and and in to new challenges to welcome our students and help them feel a sense of belonging. The AD for Fraternity Life role has been vacant since the summer. Taylor graciously has stepped up to advise our men in fraternities, helping them coordinate fall recruitment activities, manage risk and develop their leadership. Additionally, he has stepped up to help our BluejayLife social media accounts. While not in his job responsibilities but knowing Student Life had a vacant role, Taylor has helped promote involvement opportunities for students looking to find their niche. And finally, Taylor advised Dance Marathon this past fall. The students raised over $72,000 for Children's Miracle Network, partnering with our local community. And now, Taylor gears up for women's recruitment and welcoming new members into our sorority life community. I appreciate that Taylor has stepped up in many ways to make sure our students know what is going on at Creighton as well as making time to advise those students who do not have an advisor right now. His spirit of service is greatly appreciated!"

Received From: Michele Bogard - Student Life, January 2023

Person or Group You Would Like to Recognize: Taunya Plater

"Taunya and I have worked together on the Graduate December Hooding Ceremony for years. This year commencement was also added. This took many extra hours of planning. Taunya is so nice to work with and I am glad I have the pleasure of working with her for this important event for our graduate students enrolled in the Graduate School and the Heider College of Business."

Received From: Chris Karasek - Heider College of Business, January 2023