Staff Employees of the Month

Update | Monday, March 10, 2025

Melissa Terry Full-Time SEOM February

Mike Bradley Full-Time SEOM March

Stellan Bargar Part-Time SEOM March

Three Staff Employee of the Month awards were announced at last week’s First Wednesday. Two are full-time employees, and one is part-time.

Melissa Terry, material hander in Facilities Operations, was named the February Full-time Staff Employee of the Month. (The award was delayed until March.) Lori Gage, Columbus Foundation coordinator, nominated Terry, who started at Columbus State in 2022.

Melissa is always so helpful and professional; we just really appreciate working with her,” said Gage. “She will go out of her way to make the task easier for others, even when it means extra steps for her.” 

“I recently asked if I could access some of our Taste the Future items on short notice. She volunteered to not only find the items I needed but to get them delivered where I needed them. You can rest assured she is running the warehouse well.”

Mike Bradley, Information Technology system administrator, has been with Columbus State for more than seven years. He was nominated as the March Full-time Staff Employee of the Month by Ben Dalton, Information Security director. “Mike has a profound depth of knowledge in addressing technical issues, enhancing Information Technology (IT) security, and providing customer service,” said Dalton. 

“Mike Bradley continues to provide exemplary services to the IT security office. Whether aiding in evaluating a new security feature, testing new phishing simulations, reviewing reported phishing scams, or assisting in IT security events.”

Dalton added, “Whether interacting with colleagues, clients, or stakeholders, he consistently exhibits a demeanor characterized by respect, courtesy, and poise. This attribute has not only enhanced our team’s image but also significantly contributed to fostering a positive work environment within our organization.”

Stellan Bargar, who works as a Blend Café+Bakery barista, was named as the March Part-time Staff Employee of the Month. Having just started in mid-2023, she has already made an impression on staff and customers. Cafe Manager Faith Kemmerer said in her nomination form, “Stellan is a team player. She is always volunteering first if any needs arise, organizes the workspace, and keeps it clean. And she is a great trainer, teacher, and listener.”

Kemmerer added, “Stellan has gotten to know the customers who come to Blend daily, knows their order and is always willing to help them in any way.” 

 

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