星空传媒

星空传媒 presented its Alden Perkins Dedicated Service Award to Serena Houseman during the college鈥檚 recent holiday celebration.

Houseman joined 星空传媒 in 1998. She began as an Instructional Science Lab Assistant, later transitioning to Natural Science Lab Associate, then Instructional Services Assistant in Guest Services and Community Outreach Coordinator. In 2013, she moved to her current role as Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs. In addition to her full-time employment at the college, Houseman has enjoyed teaching noncredit computer classes and assisting students as a tutor and as a conductor in the 星空传媒 Express program.

While announcing the award, 星空传媒 President Dr. Stacy H. Young said Houseman received glowing nominations from her co-workers.

鈥淪erena has been noted to be a hard worker, shows a high level of dedication, seeks to find better ways to work, demonstrates care for colleagues and frequently volunteers to help wherever needed,鈥� Dr. Young said. 鈥淪he has also been noted to have high standards, responds quickly to questions or needs from others and thinks outside of the box to find solutions.

鈥淥ne person said Serena has excelled in every position she has held and always does more than is expected. She is truly committed to the college,鈥� Dr. Young said.

鈥淧ersonally, in my work with Serena, she has always provided me with information quickly and is extremely helpful,鈥� Dr. Young added.

Houseman was appreciative of receiving the award.

鈥淚 am honored to be recognized,鈥� Houseman said. 鈥淚 work with a lot of great individuals and to have them select me as this year鈥檚 recipient means a lot to me.鈥�

The award recognizes dedicated service to 星空传媒, commitment to high standards of work performance, care and concern for the public and fellow employees, and creativity and innovation. The 星空传媒 Board of Trustees initiated the award in 1986 as a posthumous tribute to Perkins, the college鈥檚 former Bursar.