2023 Points of Excellence Recipients

Beth Baker — Customer Service

“She takes great care and attention to make sure we are best poised to serve clients. She has become a trusted collaborator, dependable colleague, and essential partner.”

Michaela Elsbernd — Innovation

“She’s been a champion for communicating more authentically, providing support for students in the way they are most comfortable, and has overseen this while recruiting in the Kansas City area.”

Michaela Elsbernd is pictured with her award.

Bethany Gibson — Work Performance

“Bethany is a boon to the graduate office.  She handles a number of different roles, handles them well, and always with a positive attitude.”

Bethany Gibson is pictured with her award.

Michelle Howell — Truman Values

“She is an extraordinary example of excellence in how she represents Truman State University. You can always find Michelle attending campus events to support students, walking around in the evenings taking pictures and being in awe of the beauty of our campus.”

Michelle Howell is pictured with her award.

Bridget Titus — Work Performance

“Always going above and beyond by asking how she can help, providing ideas of how to make things flow better for staff and students.  She reaches out to ensure that we are on track for deadlines, all while being pulled in many different directions.”

Bridget Titus is pictured with her award.

Rhiannon Turner — Customer Service

“Rhiannon is called on to address most any and all situations that arise (non-police activities) regarding our consumers and does so professionally and courteously without hesitation.”

Rhiannon Turner is pictured with her award.