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The SRU community ROCKS!
Acknowledge the positive contributions of a peer by submitting a quick summary below. A monthly winner is randomly selected from each month of nominations.

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you rock
Erin Bryer
Thank you for surprising me at the Women's Alliance event. It was so nice to have some support in the audience.
you rock
Stacy Bluedorn
Stacy always does every aspect of her job with a smile and with the students' best interest. It is a honor to work with someone so positive and student focused.
you rock
Jeffrey Lynn
Truly enjoy your kind words and IRB expertise. You ROCK!
you rock
Casey Hyatt
Thank you so much for the pink drink treat today, I hope you enjoyed both of your coffees. I just wanted you to know that you are appreciated and you ROCK!
you rock
Samantha Kelly
Sam was amazing as the SPMT put together its COSMA reaccreditation self study. We gave her jumbled ingredients and a confusing recipe, and she made a cake!
you rock
Patty Pierce
Patty’s leadership, vision, and dedication are a major reason our department thrives. Students, colleagues, and the university all benefit from her commitment and guidance.
you rock
Christine Agostino
Chris goes above and beyond in her everyday work here at SRU. She additionally, is always willing to provide service. She has assisted by serving as a SCUPA representative on many search committees.
you rock
Betsy Strawbridge
Betsy is one of the best people to work with at SRU. She is always ready to lend a hand and go the extra mile to help others.
you rock
John Mathe
John goes above and beyond to provide support for student athletes at SRU. From going to games to support students to mediating team meetings and providing mental health workshops, John Rocks.
you rock
Amber Djan
Amber rocks. She goes the extra mile to ensure that students seeking services in the counseling center receive a warm welcome and makes them feel welcome during difficult times.
you rock
Holly McCoy
Holly is a great supervisor who encourages us to positively work through challenges by guiding us to the right resources and providing excellent support!
you rock
Betsy Strawbridge
Betsy is always ready and willing to learn new things so she can step in and assist when needed. It is very much appreciated!

Tell us who ROCKS

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Help us celebrate the everyday wins that make SRU great.

We all benefit from the effort, creativity, and teamwork our employees and students bring to the table, so let’s take a moment to recognize it.

Use this form to nominate an employee or student who’s gone above and beyond, made your day a little easier, or consistently shows up and contributes.

Together we can keep our campus culture kind, appreciative, and strong!

2026 Monthly Winners:

  • July: Julia Rismiller
  • June: Bret Rogowitz
  • May: Dallas Cott
  • April: Lisa Santee
  • March: Jennifer Schomaker
  • February: Cara Kriebel
  • January: Arthur Link, III

2025 Monthly Winners:

  • December: Charlotte Kohler
  • November: Lindsay McKissick
  • October: Penny Dean
  • September: Brad Henry
You Rock Mugs

Monthly winners are selected by the Strategic Planning Pillar 1 Committee through a random drawing from all You Rock recognitions submitted each month. Award recipients receive an SRU Yeti mug and a magnetic rock paperweight/paperclip holder.