Be Kind

To: Cait Farber-Paiz   From: Kaydence LittleOwl   Date: Feb 12, 2024

Hello, since I’ve met you, you’ve been a sweet person who is understanding. I am not much of a talker, but I enjoy our practices together in ASL class. I hope we can be friends. :)

To: The Bookstore   From: Joe Poole   Date: Feb 9, 2024

Thank you for working and supporting the Health Sciences Division programs.

To: Lobo Café   From: Joe Poole   Date: Feb 9, 2024

Thank you for everything that you do. I appreciate everything that you do for the everything that you do for the campus.

To Kat Gullahorn   From:  Cory Meyer   Date: Feb 2, 2024

Thank you for helping with the Library Aides and teaching them how to shelve.

To: Barbara Lovato   From:  Cory Meyer   Date: Feb 2, 2024

Thank you for being the best boss ever!

To: Miranda Valdez  From:  Cory Meyer   Date: Feb 2, 2024

Thank you for being a great Library Aide. We could not do nearly as much without your help.

To: Joseph Poole   From:  Cory Meyer   Date: Feb 2, 2024

Thank you for being our Library Work Study. You are a joy to work with and a big help for the rest of us.

To: Joseph Poole   From:  Barbara Lovato   Date: Feb 1, 2024

I can't begin to tell you how much we appreciate your work in the library. You have become an asset to our team and we enjoy your attitude and insight!

To: Miranda Valdez   From:  Barbara Lovato   Date: Feb 1, 2024

You are such a wonderful addition to our library family! We appreciate your willngness and ability to do whatever is asked of you with a wonderful attitude!

To: Kat Gullahorn   From:  Barbara Lovato   Date: Feb 1, 2024

I truly appreciate the enthusiasm you bring to everything you do! Thank you so much for filling in anywhere and everywhere! You are awesome!

To: Cory Meyer   From: Barbara Lovato   Date: Feb 1, 2024

Thank you so much for everything you do! You are truly someone that we can all count on. I especially appreciate your patience and insight!

To: Staci Bostic-Baros    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 27, 2023  

It is such a pleasure to work with you. You are a magnificent addition to our campus and an amazing asset to our students. Thank you for excellent discussions and your vast knowledge of resources. 

To: Sarah Clawson    From:  Staci Bostic-Baros    Date: Feb 27, 2023  

Thank you for making me feel so welcome! I so appreciate your dedication to supporting our students and your amazing sense of humor. You truly help make this a great place to be, keep shining!

To: Noah Martinez    From:  Rita Garcia    Date:  Feb 9, 2023  

Thank you for always being at the ready and doing tasks so well and going the extra mile!

To: Kristen Eads    From:  Rita Garcia    Date: Feb 9, 2023  

Thank you for being helpful and patience with all our DC teachers that are constantly changing! You can do attitude shows through! 

To: Dayanara    From:  Rita Garcia    Date: Feb 9, 2023  

I’m grateful for your tenacity and creative flair, appreciate all you do! 

To: Student Services Workstudies    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all the work you do at the front desk, keep it up and keep up with school! You can do anything you all set your mind to! You all are very much appreciated!  

To: Rita Garcia    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always helping me when it comes to recruitment questions and dual credit questions (especially when it comes to accuplacer LOL). You are very much appreciated! 

To: Joshua Owen    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always helping me with my questions and showing me the ropes of the testing center! Thank you for all that you are doing for students in TRIO. You are very much appreciated. 

To: Nallely Carmona    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all the hard work you do through upward bound! You are awesome and I am so happy that I got to meet you when we were work studies! You are very much appreciated!  

To: Dayanara Beltran    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being there for me through literally everything! You have been there for me through my best and worst moments, I am so blessed to have a best friend like you! To think it all started with Noah, Peter, you, and myself as work studies in student services. Love you lots! To many more years of friendship to come! Xoxo 

To: Noah Martinez    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being there for me when I need a friend to talk to and thank you for trusting me to be a friend you come to when you need to talk as well. You and Paige have always been family to me, I am blessed to have you both. Sending hugs and love to you and your family! 

To: Jeanne Lujan    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

You were my first boss, you set high expectations for me for future bosses, because you showed what true leadership means. Thank you for always being there for me not only as my boss, but also as my friend. Thank you for always supporting me and believing in me, you always gave me the courage I needed for me to keep going. You gave me the opportunity to be a part of a family here at Valencia. I miss you and love you lots! Xoxo 

To: Veronica (Vero) Salcido    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always believing in me, all the way from high school to the present. You made upward bound so fun and exciting. You are always fun to talk to! You are much appreciated! You and Viri gave me the opportunity to belong at Valencia with starting out as a work study, and with that I met my closest friends and advanced in my career. Love you lots! Xoxo  

To: Sarah Clawson    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being there for questions, guidance, or just when I need to talk. Thank you for all that you do around campus, and for teaming up with me to create awesome things for the holidays! You are much appreciated! Xoxo 

To: Kaydra Townsend    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all your help with the front desk, and for all the work that you do around campus. I am so happy that I got to meet you! You are very fun to talk to! You are much appreciated. 

To: Frances Duran    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being the first “good morning” I get every day and for always taking the time to tell me goodbye at the end of the day. Thank you for always being there when I have questions or need guidance. You are much appreciated! 

To: Ronald Salazar    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for showing me how fun and exciting Psychology can be, you are the one who got me interested in the subject and helped me advance my education in the field. I loved every one of your classes, I hope you are doing well! I miss you! 

To: Hank Vigil    From:  Kristen Eads    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for believing in me all these years and thank you for giving me the opportunity to come back to the Valencia Campus, where I belong, and thank you for also allowing me to further my career. You are much appreciated!  

To: Nancy Diodati-Miller    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being you! You are fun to talk to and your artwork is amazing! I love all the new creativity you bring to the campus; you make it all so fun!  

To: Tracy Owen    From:  Kristen Eads    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being there for me when I need to talk. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to come back to the Valencia Campus, where I belong. Thank you for also allowing me to advance my career and for always believing in me. I appreciate you so much! Xoxo 

To: PASOS Resource Center, Learning Commons, and Sarah Clawson    From:  Carmen Rose Sanchez    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all your help on a consistent basis, even though I have an Apple computer. 

To: Patricia Gillikin    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to students and the writing center! Your leadership and passion is appreciated. Thank you for supporting the GSA student organization.  

To: Staci Bostic-Baros    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Welcome to the PASOS team! I can’t wait to work with you more. I am very excited and happy to have you around! Thank you for everything that you have done so far!  

To: Karen Walter    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to students. Thank you for teaching me what patience, poise, and kindness looks like. Thank you for all that you have taught me about early childhood education.  

To: Sarah Clawson    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always making me laugh and putting a smile on my face. Thank you for your dedication to students, your leadership and passion is appreciated. Thank you for showing me a whole diverse world of literature, you’re the best!  

To: Dr. Laura Musselwhite    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all that you do for students and the community. Thank you for supporting the GSA student organization. You are a true inspiration to me, I have always looked up to you since the day I met you.  

To: Stephen Takach    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your dedication to students and for making our lectures fun! I can’t wait to work with you more in the future!  

To: Dayanara Beltran    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for teaching me new skills and for your support on the GSA student organization. You are very important to us and we do not know what we would do without you! I can’t wait to work with you more. ❤  

To: Shalaine Buck    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your dedication to students and for always being there when we need you. Thank you for reminding me of how important keeping a smile on is.  

To: Lorrey Romero    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date:  Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to students. You are one of the people who have really inspired me to become a student success specialist. Thank you for all your hard work! 

To: Beatriz Villa    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

I would like to thank you for all the life lessons and advice. For always being yourself and for always being genuine. Thank you for all your hard work! You’re the best mentor!  

To: Veronica Salcido    From:  Paulina Borjas    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you everything that you do. You have created a big positive impact on the campus community. Thank you for always being there for me when I need you the most. Thank you for all your hard work!  

To: Chris Garcia    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always stopping by my desk to say hi or chat for a bit during my time at WTC. I will miss your laugh and daily funny conversations. 

To: Jeanne Lujan    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

To my first boss; Thank you for taking a chance on me all those years ago. Your compassion and kind spirit go a long way and are a reason why I enjoyed our campus so much. Thank you for introducing me to such a wonderful community of people & teaching me so much along the way. Miss you, much love ❤️ 

To: MaryAnn Castillo    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your company at WTC, and for teaching me all kinds of different skills and tricks when designing. You're awesome & thank you for your hard work!🙂 

To: Ronald Salazar    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your jokes and for making your classes enjoyable every semester 🙂 

To: Cheryl Bryan    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being an awesome professor and helping me realize my interest in Psychology! I'm glad we get to interact more now that I am back at Tome. 🙂 

To: Robert Castillo    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for becoming a friend during our time together at WTC, I will always appreciate our conversations and teaching me so much about IT stuff! 

To: Kristen Eads    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being my friend during the hardships of college life and adulthood. Love you always, to many more years of friendship. ❤️ 

To: Dr. Laura Musselwhite    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your readiness to help on campus, regardless of the situation. You're a driving force at UNM-V that I hope to continue to learn from. 

To: Noah Martinez    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for becoming my best friend after all these years. Sending love to you and your family always!❤️ 

To: Patricia Gillikin    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Your thoughtfulness and caring words never go unnoticed. Thank you for your leadership and guidance. ❤️ 

To: Rita Garcia    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your patience and for giving me the opportunity to advance my career alongside you. You've taught me so much and I am so grateful for your wisdom. ❤️ 

To: Frances Duran    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

I will always be grateful for your thoughtful words, kind gestures, and for making me feel appreciated for what I do. You've become a dear friend. ❤️ 

To: Hank Vigil    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your support in my education and career since becoming a work-study. I am so grateful for your leadership and kindness. 

To: Sarah Clawson    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for making me feel like I can always come to you for help if I need it. And of course, for helping me with artsy stuff! ❤️ 

To: Joseph Burgess    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for passing down all of your knowledge and wisdom to me throughout the years. Your mentorship is my guide to mentoring young student leaders on my own now. 

To: Shalaine Buck    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always lending an ear to listen and for your friendship throughout the years. You always made my worries about Chemistry and Math more bearable❤️ 

To: Anthony Brookins    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being a friendly face during my time at the WTC, and for keeping me company during long hours. 🙂 

To: Maisie Baca    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for guiding me on the path to success and helping me navigate my responsibilities as a student and employee. Your check-ins are always greatly appreciated! 

To: Vero Salcido    From:  Dayanara Beltran    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Muchas gracias por todo tu apoyo y amistad desde conocerte. Me recuerdas lo mucho que significa tener a alguien en mi esquina para animarme. ❤️ 

To: Shalaine Castillo    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your dedication to both the Learning Center and the PASOS Resource Center. When we need you, you never hesitate to be there! I appreciate you all these years and for helping me get where I am today! 

To: Sarah Clawson    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all you do! It has been a pleasure working with you! As a former student I recognize your devotion to student success! 

To: Carmen Rose Sanchez    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being a huge inspiration to your fellow peers and your community. You make a difference every day! You are amazing and the artist of your life, don't hand anyone else the paintbrush! 

To: Sandi Scott    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your hard work in the PASOS Resource Center and your passion for helping others does not go unnoticed. You inspire me! 

To: Richard Padilla    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for inspiring your fellow peers in their academic journey! I am honored to work with you! 

To: Maria Miranda-Cordova    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for all you do in the PASOS Resource Center. Your story inspires others! 

To: Paulina Borjas    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your dedication to your peers! Your story changes lives! 

To: Ethan Brown    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for your courage and support in the center! It does not go unnoticed, and it has been a pleasure to watch you grow! 

To: Jon Lechel    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being 100% authentic! I appreciate the time you take to ensure all representation of the UNM-Valencia is only the best! You rock! 

To: Beatriz Villa    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being an amazing supervisor, mentor, and teammate! I am honored to work, learn, and grow with you! You are amazing!  

To: Veronica Salcido    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for being one of the best people I know! You have made a huge difference in my life! Your wisdom, passion, and work ethic are contagious!  

To: Maryanne Castillo    From:  Lorrey Romero    Date: Feb 8, 2023  

Thank you for always being so kind and helpful. Through the years of being a student and a staff member, it is always a pleasure to be in your present. Thank you for all you do!  

To: UNM-Valencia Campus Police    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for letting me stay until the work is done and watching over us always. 

To: PASOS Peer Mentors    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:   Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for helping students, no matter what they need. Thank you for being patient with those who are learning to use technology. Your hours of effort are seen and appreciated. 

To: Student Services Work-studies    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for your hard work and experience. You have held us together when we are low on staff, climbed ladders to make us look good, and represented us to the public. We couldn’t be this awesome without you. 

To: Dr. Alice Letteney    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for your strong leadership for so many wonderful years. Your efforts made UNM-Valencia a great place to work. 

To: Dr. Samuel Dosumu   From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

It is exciting having you here at UNM-Valencia. Your fresh perspective and passion are invigorating. 

To: Dr. Laura Musselwhite    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:   Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for your generous support in so many areas. Your leadership is appreciated. 

To: Shalaine Castillo    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023  

Welcome to the PASOS grant bunch! Thank you for your tireless work with tutoring too. 

To: Staci Bostic-Baros    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Having a social worker on campus is really exciting, but the major bonus is that it is you. Welcome new friend! 

To: Veronica Salcido    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for your leadership on the PASOS grant. It is such a big undertaking and your take it all in stride. 

To: Lorrey Romero    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023  

It is such a pleasure to work with a former student who has such passion for student success. 

To: Dayanara Beltran    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023  

I’m so glad you are back at Tome Campus. Thank you for your work at the Workforce Training Center and in recruitment. 

To: Beatriz Villa    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

It is such a pleasure to work with you. Our discussions on direction are epic! 

To: Hank Vigil    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for your leadership and support. It’s great to know my boss has my back, even when I mess up. 

To: Joseph Burgess    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023 

Oh mighty DARS guru! Thank you for clean degree audits and continuous fixes. Also, thank you for guiding Student Government year after year.  

To: Noah Martinez    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for being tall and willing to get involved. Lots of love to you and your family. 

To: Maisie Baca    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for coming out of retirement to keep us running. Missed you! 

To: Summer Oakley-Salas    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Welcome to UNM-Valencia, Summer. We hope you enjoy being part of our campus family. 

To: Tracy Owen    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

To the advisement guru. Thank you for answering even the silly questions and for chatting on a slow afternoon. 

To: Staff Association    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you for looking after staff interests and organizing events to help us grow professionally. 

To: Frances Duran    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date: Feb 7, 2023  

Thank you, Frances, for the wealth of knowledge and upbeat spirit that you bring to our campus. Thank you for being willing to venture into unknown territory to keep us afloat. 

To: MaryAnn Castillo    From:  Sarah Clawson    Date:  Feb 7, 2023 

Thank you for your eagerness to help with website edits. We owe our Be Kind website and these notes entirely to you. 

February 2022

To: Mary McCarthy    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for always being so pleasant and going out of your way to make our lives better.

To: Frances Duran    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for always being such a positive and inspiring example of service to others on this campus!

To: Bryan Killinger    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for always being so friendly and approachable while keeping the safety of everyone around you constantly in mind.

To: Linda Garcia    From: Barbara Lovato

You have such an amazing spirit and attitude! Thank you for always showing me such regard and always being so kind!

To: Paulette Tafoya    From: Barbara Lovato

I can’t being to thank you for taking care of all of the crazy things I’m always asking of you with a pleasant smile and amazing attitude!

To: Laura Musselwhite    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for all of your support, encouragement and everything you do to make Valencia Campus a great place to work!

To: Kat Gullahorn    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for bringing such wonderful energy to everything you do! Your smile makes every day better!

To: Cory Johnstone Meyer    From: Barbara Lovato

Thank you for always going out of your way to provide good service to Students, Faculty and Staff. We appreciate all you do!

To:  Nazareth Garcia    From:  Sarah Clawson

Thank you for your passion and dedication to our most vulnerable students.

To:  Nancy Diodati-Miller    From:  Sarah Clawson

Welcome to the Student Services family!  We are grateful to have you.

To:  Mayra Resto    From:  Sarah Clawson 

Welcome to UNM-Valencia.  Thanks for being so fun to work with.

To:  Hank Vigil   From:  Sarah Clawson 

Thank you for supporting me when I’m right and not deserting me when I’m wrong.

To:  Noah Martinez   From:  Sarah Clawson

Thank you for employing your legs in student delivery and helping to run a tight ship.

To:  The Admissions Crew   From:  Sarah Clawson 

Thank you for the overtime on dual credit that keeps us all afloat.

To:  Frances Duran   From:  Sarah Clawson

Your wealth of knowledge, compassion, and constant competence are deeply appreciated.

To:  Laura Musselwhite   From:  Sarah Clawson

Thank you for your calm, consistent, and thorough leadership.  It is a pleasure to work with you.

To:  Tina Zuniga   From:  Sarah Clawson 

Thank you for willingly sharing your unique skills and keen insights with us.

To: Sarah Clawson   From: Cheryl Bryan

I appreciate all the support you give my Introduction to Psychology students when they're completing the career paper.

To: The Be Kind Committee   From: Cheryl Bryan

Thank you all for your wonderful ideas to spread kindness, especially related to our switch to non-contact activities.

To: Velanie Chavez   From: Cheryl Bryan

I appreciate all the work you put into creating the writing workshops for Be Kind Week.

To: Veronica Salcido   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you for the continued encouragement and support along student’s educational journey’s, including mine!  

To: Tina Zuniga   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you for not only being a great role model but mentor!  

To: Joseph Romero   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you for all the hard work and effort in transitioning into a part of the R²S² team!  

To: Glenda Kodaseet   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you for being such an asset to the R²S² team.   

To: Ivy Okunor   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you for being such an asset to the R²S² team. 

To: Shalaine Buck   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you and the Learning Commons consultants for all that you do!  

To: Patricia Gillikin   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thank you and the Writing Center consultants for all that you do!  

To: Trevor Ballinger   From: Elizabeth M. Ramsell

Thanks for being such an asset to the Learning Commons Team!  

To: Mary Ann   From: Soledad

Thank you for putting this beautiful Be Kind page together for our campus

To: The Be Kind Committee   From: Soledad

Thank you for your hard work on this very important event that greatly benefits our campus.

To: Alexa   From: Soledad

Thank you for your hard work on the Jumpstart Course and Distance Learning Committee! I appreciate you!

To: Elaine   From: Soledad

Thank you for caring about our students the way you do!

To: Julia   From: Soledad

Thank you for being an awesome mentor and friend. 

To: Julia So   From: Cheryl Bryan

I appreciate your dedication to teaching excellence, and nudging me to get there!

To: My PSYC 1110 Remote Scheduled Students   From: Cheryl Bryan

Thank you for showing up and actively participating in class!

To: My PSYC 2110 Remote Scheduled Students   From: Cheryl Bryan

With appreciation for activating your cameras during discussions!

To: UNM-Valencia Community    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank the UNM-Valencia community for believing in me, even when I was unsure of myself.

To: Maisie Baca    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank Maisie Baca and the UNM- Valencia financial aid office for always showing their support.

To: UNM-Valencia Learning Center    From: Velanie C.

Thank you to the UNM-Valencia Learning Center for helping me succeed beyond my wildest dreams.

To: Professor Dadashi    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank Professor Dadashi for making Intro to Statistics a breeze.

To: UNM-Valencia Faculty, Students, and Staff    From: Velanie C.

Thank you to all of the UNM-Valencia faculty, students, and staff!

To: Brittany Padilla    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank Brittany Padilla and the UNM-Valencia scholarship office for giving me a platform to tell my story.

To: UNM-Valencia Writing Center    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank the UNM-Valencia Writing Center. It is an honor being a part of this beautiful campus.

To: Dr.Patricia Gillikin    From: Velanie C.

I would like to thank Dr. Patricia Gillikin for being such an amazing leader.

To: Ana June    From: Sarah Heyward

I would like to thank Ana June, who not only gave me a cat, but a world of inspiration in collaborative projects and experience. 

To: Elaine Clark    From: Sarah Heyward

I would like to thank Elaine Clark, for not only inspiring to teach online, but for giving me a glimpse of what I might look like in the future as a chatty and enthusiastic, profound educator.

To: Dr. Gillikin    From: Sarah Heyward 

I would like to thank Dr. Gillikin, an educator who welcomed me so warmly and invites me to play and enjoy the present through. She encourages me to share in the creative writing workshop every week.  

To: Jan Pacifico    From: Sarah Heyward 

I would like to thank Jan Pacifico, a woman of strength who showed me that friendship has no boundaries. 

To: Julia So    From: Sarah Heyward 

I would like to thank Julia So, a woman who I admire so much and strive to be like when I grow up, someone so dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and equity, that promotes real change. 

To: Creative Writing Workshop    From: Sarah Heyward 

I want to thank the creative writing workshop for providing me with my favorite event in my week. A place so nurturing and respectful that the most ridiculous stories can be shared with ease. 

To: Valencia Library Staff    From: Christina Thornton  

I admire the Valencia Library staff to let me pass time while I wait for a Zoom and upload videos to YouTube. 

To: Writing Center Consultants    From: Deirdra Velasquez 

I would like to thank the Writing Center consultants for creating a safe and welcoming environment in the Creative Writing Workshop. 

To: Each faculty member, staff member, and student    From: Deirdra Velasquez 

Thank you to each faculty member, staff member, and student for making UNM-Valencia the community it is.  

To: Dr. Patricia Gilikin, Professor Cindi Goodman, and all the other instructors who have since retired or moved on    From: Deirdra Velasquez 

I would like to thank Dr. Patricia Gilikin, Professor Cindi Goodman, and all the other instructors who have since retired or moved on for never giving up on me and for tirelessly encouraging all their students. 

To: The Tutors of the UNM-Valencia Learning Commons    From: Deirdra Velasquez 

Thank you to the tutors of the UNM-Valencia Learning Commons for your ceaseless efforts to help students succeed. 

To: UNM-Valencia Student Advisors    From: Deirdra Velasquez 

I would like to thank the UNM-Valencia Student Advisors for keeping us students on the right track towards our degrees.  

To: Professor Carey    From: Madalyn Everett 

I would like to thank Professor Carey for supporting me and giving me advice for my passion of culture.

To: Madalyn    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank Madalyn who has helped me so much with conversation group and is always so nice to everyone. 

To: Marissa    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank Marissa for joining the Writing Center and being so interested in learning. She has been so nice and always ready to help out wherever she can! I really appreciate her being a part of the team.  

To: Everyone who continues to support the Writing Center and contributes    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank everyone who continues to support the writing center and contributes to the healthy work environment. There are so many people who go into making it work virtually.  

To: Velanie    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank Velanie for working so hard all the time and makes the creative writing workshop such a fun place. 

To: Lorrey    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank Lorrey for ALWAYS being so nice and positive. She constantly uplifts people and is always looking to help.  

To: Dr. Gillikin    From: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick 

I would like to thank Dr. Gillikin for being an exceptional supervisor/mentor. She is always understanding and approaches her work with a positive and kind attitude. She really cares about the work that she does and it shows. 

To: UNM- Valencia Community     From: Lorrey Romero   

Thank you, to the UNM- Valencia Community for supporting me as I spread my wings and fly! It has been an amazing academic journey because of the support I had from everyone!  

To: Maise Baca    From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you, Maise Baca, for always helping me to understand my financials and always answering my questions! Thank you for giving me advice and reminding me of opportunities. Thank you for believing in me! 

To: Shalaine Lisa Buck    From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you, Shalaine Lisa Buck, for guiding me through my most challenging times in my classes and for pushing me to keep practicing and to keep asking questions. Thank you for greeting me with your amazing presence and smile every time I walked into the Centers. You always made me feel like I was welcomed and supported.  

To: Tutors     From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you to all the tutors who I work with. I learn so much from all of you that I will keep with me as I go along my journey. I miss the times we shared on campus!  

To: Madylynn Everett     From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you Madylynn Everett for teaching me Korean and sharing your time with me with in Writing Center. I had so much fun working with you and laughing and learning with you.  

To: Daniel Baca    From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you, Daniel Baca, for being my number one fan! You always made me feel welcomed. 

To: Patricia Gillikin     From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you, Patricia Gillikin for believing in my strengths and encouraging me to use my special abilities to help others! 

To: Velanie Chavez     From: Lorrey Romero 

Thank you Velanie Chavez for setting a good example to others by being an amazing mother, tutor, colleague, and friend.  

To: MECS Division    From: Elaine Clark 

Thank you for putting up with me!  You are all awesome people!

To: UNM-Valencia Faculty    From: Elaine Clark 

We all work hard to ensure great learning experiences for our students.  Thank you for all you do and for keeping the dream of college alive!

To: UNM-Valencia Staff    From: Elaine Clark 

Kudos to all our hardworking staff.  This goes for Student Support Services folks all the way through Custodial support.  Thanks for all that you do!

To: Laura Musslewhite    From: Elaine Clark 

Thanks for being the best dean I've had the privilege to work with.

To: Alice Letteney    From: Elaine Clark  

Thanks for representing our concerns to the broader world out there.  Someone has got to do the job and I appreciate you taking on that role!

To: the Writing Center Consultants    From: Patricia Gillikin 

Working with you is a privilege and a joy--getting to see the respect and care you show writers, watching you continually become stronger as consultants.

To: Madalyn Everett, Writing Center Consultant    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I am grateful for your kindness, your good cheer, your inner strength, and your courage.   

To: Lorrey Romero, Writing Center Consultant and Math Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

You are so caring and energetic--I appreciate your determination and I have loved watching you grow.   

To: Jane Tabet-Kirkpatrick, Writing Center Consultant    From: Patricia Gillikin 

It's been amazing witnessing your initiative and drive; I appreciate your humor and willingness to take on anything.   

To: Velanie Chavez, Writing Center Consultant    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I value your resilience and your deep care for people; you have such power in you

To: Marissa Weldon, Writing Center Consultant    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I am thrilled you are with us now and grateful for your openness to learning, your determination, and your care for our writers.   

To: Shalaine Buck, Trevor Ballinger, and Vidal Jimenez    From: Patricia Gillikin 

It's been a fantastic experience working with all of you on Tutor Education.  

To: Shalaine Buck, Education Specialist for the Learning and STEM Centers    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I am grateful for your strong presence--your steadiness, kindness, perseverance, and sense of humor.   

To: Trevor Ballinger, Staff Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

Thank you for stepping up to figure out online scheduling, time sheets, and forms, and for your insights as we work on Tutor Education.   

To: Vidal Jimenez, TRIO Sr. Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

You've been with us a little over a week and you are already contributing to Tutor Education on our campus wonderfully.   

To: Elisa Ashford, Math Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I appreciate the quiet kindness you bring to your tutoring

To: Diego DeMmon, Math Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

It's been wonderful to witness your patience and steadiness as a math tutor.

To: Oscar Romero, Math Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I value your contributions during Tutor Education workshops and I'm grateful for your willingness to jump into things, like collaborating with Soledad Garcia-King to support her Spanish students.   

To: Sara Flynn, Math Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

Your sense of humor and blunt truth-telling brighten our Tutor Education workshops.

To: Stephanie Hofner-Gutierrez, Front Desk Receptionist for Tutoring Services    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I appreciate your continual striving to serve students who seek tutoring and your cheerful presence during Tutor Education workshops.   

To: Alistair Gillikin, Next Steps Tutor    From: Patricia Gillikin 

I value your keen insights and consistent participation in Tutor Education as well as your determination to always do what's right by learners.  

To: Kat Gullahorn    From: Patricia Gillikin  

Kat, you didn't miss a step when we all went online, and I appreciate so much the excellent library workshops and cheerful, patient support you've provided for my writing students.

To: Laura Musselwhite    From: Patricia Gillikin  

What Elaine said up there.  I am deeply grateful for your decency, your smart pragmatism, your kindness, your dedication to the mission of the community college, and your support of tutoring on campus.

To: Elaine Clark    From: Patricia Gillikin  

I appreciate the hard work you've put in to teaching us good online teaching practices, the energy you bring to excellence in math instruction, and, more recently, your leadership with the Developmental Pathways Committee.

To: Soledad Garcia-King   From: Patricia Gillikin  

I appreciate you for so much, including, recently, how you've worked with tutors Oscar and Jane as supports for your Spanish classes, setting into motion what will hopefully be a strong and longstanding collaboration between tutoring and dual credit Spanish.

To: Julia So    From: Patricia Gillikin  

I appreciate your leadership, in particular your dedication to equity and inclusion and to effective, active instruction.  Your leadership and dedication, especially in these areas, make a difference on our campus.

To: Justin Bendell    From: Patricia Gillikin  

I am profoundly grateful for your change-making efforts within Humanities and English and through FAIT and Faculty Assembly, efforts which are changing how we do things for the better.  Your support and listening make my work as English Program Coordinator doable and joyful.

To: John Bollweg    From: Patricia Gillikin  

I am grateful for how you use your data crunching superpowers for good--in support of student agency and what is best for students.  I especially appreciate your involvement with tutoring services, presenting at conferences with us and working with tutors.

To: Catherine Miners    From: Patricia Gillikin  

You've always been a kind and friendly soul, and it is good to now get to work with you on budget matters

To: Debra Venable    From: Patricia Gillikin  

I appreciate your knowledge, your steady helpfulness, and your kindness.

To: Mariah Ibuado    From: Patricia Gillikin  

Thank you for always being cheerfully helpful!

To: Lizzie Ramsell and Cheryl Bryan    From: Patricia Gillikin  

Thank you for inviting the Writing Center to participate in Be Kind Week!

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