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2019 President’s Medals awarded to three employees
First Visionary Innovator Award honors aquarium director
California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) President Eduardo M. Ochoa awarded three employees with 2019 President’s Medals on January 16, 2020, at the annual Faculty & Staff Appreciation Breakfast. “The colleagues we recognize today – our three recipients and all of the nominees – have shared their time and talents with students, staff, and faculty above and beyond what is expected. They have demonstrated exemplary day-to-day service and a personal commitment to CSU Monterey Bay and its Vision,” Ochoa said. Kris Roney, associate vice president for Academic Programs and dean of University College and Graduate Studies, received the Management Personnel award for her work with Graduation Initiative 2025, CSU executive orders regarding general education requirements and first-year student preparedness, and the creation and development of University College. Chrissy Lofgren received the Staff award for her commitment to CSUMB’s value of lifelong learning and continuous improvement. She is a CSUMB alumna who currently works in the Center for Advising, Career and Student Success as an academic advisor focused on student success. Marylou Shockley, College of Business (COB) department chair and professor of Management and International Business, has taught at CSUMB since 2006. She was honored with the Faculty award for her exceptional leadership and service in the COB and Academic Senate. Pictured above: from left: Kris Roney, Chrissy Lofgren, Eduardo M. Ochoa and Marylou Shockley.
CSU Monterey Bay announced its new Visionary Innovator Award in the spring to mark a new stage in the life of the university. CSUMB celebrated its 25th anniversary in the 2019-2020 academic year, and the university’s engagement with the region and its future is reaching a new level of impact and commitment, President Eduardo M. Ochoa said. A gala set for March was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic and will be rescheduled. Julie Packard, executive director of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, will receive the inaugural award for her ocean conservation work and its positive impact on the Monterey Bay region and the world. Political leaders Leon Panetta, Sam Farr, and the late Henry Mello also will be honored for their roles in the visionary founding of CSUMB. From its origins, CSUMB has defined itself as an academic institution with a culture that embraces innovation and is committed to a transformative vision for education and regional service. The annual gala will be a vehicle for recognizing our community partners in this endeavor and to highlight the university’s accomplishments.
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