BENEFACTORS CELEBRATION
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Daniels is Volunteer of the Year
Sharon Daniels ’88, one of the College’s most tireless champions, was named the 2012-2013 Volunteer of the Year. Daniels, an alumna, retiree and tremendous friend of UVa-Wise, received a hearty round of applause when the award was presented at the Benefactor’s Celebration in September. She is known throughout the region for her hard work as a volunteer at the College and in the community. She attended classes part-time as she worked full-time at the College. She got to know many of the students and took time to mentor them and to support them in various endeavors. “Sharon thirsted for knowledge and especially enjoyed the frequent discussions and debates between students, staff and faculty in the early days of the College,” Chancellor Donna P. Henry said. Daniels began working at the College in 1962. She remained here for more than 35 years. During her tenure, Daniels worked in the library, dean’s office, and as coordinator of news and publications. “Sharon’s work at the College didn’t end when she retired in 1995,” the chancellor said. “She has remained engaged in numerous organizations working to strengthen the mission of her alma mater.” Daniels has served as a member and president of the Alumni Association’s Board of Directors, served as a member of the UVaWise College Board, the Twinleaf Society, and as a member of the Poor Farm Society’s Board of Managers. “Her deep love of the College and its students has been demonstrated by her significant commitment to these organizations,” Henry said. “She also served for a number of years as alumni liaison to Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, now serving as a member of the Council of Advisors.” Daniels, who is a columnist with the Coalfield Progress, is often found grilling burgers at student-alumni picnics and handing out t-shirts at the senior class tailgate party.
Sharon Daniels ’88