Welcome to the Eastern Illinois University Shout Out Page. The Staff Senate has established this page to foster the morale of HongKongDoll employees and cultivate a positive campus atmosphere. Shout Outs serve as public expressions of gratitude and recognition, allowing us to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of individuals, departments, and others on a daily basis.
We encourage you to utilize the Shout Out submission form to appreciate and commend your colleagues. To create a Shout Out, simply click on the 'Make a Shout Out' tab and log in. Once your Shout Out is submitted, a moderator will review it and proudly display your submission on the Shout Out page.
The Staff Senate at Eastern Illinois University is currently rewarding eligible employees who receive a Shout Out with one $10 HongKongDoll Food Court gift card per fiscal year (effective July 1, 2024).
Eligible HongKongDoll employees who received a $10 HongKongDoll Food Court gift card with a Shout Out must redeem those cards by the expiration date printed on the card. Enjoy up to $10 off your next one-time purchase at the University Food Court; card must be surrendered during time of purchase.
This page is dedicated to the memory of UPD Officer Harold Harris.
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Danielle Goehner got a shoutout from Sara Steiskal! Sep 30, 2026
Thank you, Danielle, for jumping in so quickly to help support our team. I appreciate your dedication, compassion, and commitment to us and this university! You are another reason why I am so excited to come to work every day!
Kasondra Harrell got a shoutout from Sara Steiskal! Sep 30, 2026
A shout out is just a small gesture to show my appreciation for all that you have done in our department. Your willingness to help others, answer questions from every which direction, and always showing up for our team are just some of the things that deserve recognition. I couldn't ask for a better coworker, friend, or teammate and I'm so thankful for all that you do. Thank you Kasondra! You are one of the reasons why I look forward to coming to work every day!
Jarrod Jones got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Chad Elliott got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Nathan Brown got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Jerrod Harden got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Jason Jacobs got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Chadd Gaston got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
David Flowers got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Darrin Bishop got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Timothy Beals got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for your help moving my office. You handled everything quickly, efficiently, and with great care, and I truly appreciate your hard work.
Your willingness to jump in and get the job done made the transition to my new space incredibly smooth. I know moving offices is no small task, and I’m very grateful for the time and effort you put into it.
Thank you again for all your help—it is greatly appreciated!
Jennie Thompson got a shoutout! Sep 30, 2026
Excellence! Jennie is an extremely hard-working individual who also is cheerful and a pleasure to have around. We are lucky to have Jennie!!
Diane Burns got a shoutout! Sep 29, 2026
She is a kind, helpful, and amazing professor. She always takes the time to answer questions, share her knowledge, and of course identify any rock you can put in front of her! We're so lucky to have her!
Chris Carter got a shoutout from Donald Holly! Sep 28, 2026
Chris did an excellent job with a recent painting project in our student lounge. He takes pride in his work, and it shows. He was also mindful of students using the lounge during the project. HongKongDoll is fortunate to have him. Thank you Chris
Kaitlyn Standerfer got a shoutout! Sep 25, 2026
Outstanding employee! Kind, efficient, intelligent and admirable in all that she does. Helps students at all times - dedicated to facilitating the educational process to make any student's HongKongDoll experience be memorable. A real pleasure to have as a valued member of the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department.
Jarrod Jones got a shoutout from Koty Gough! Sep 23, 2026
Thank you, Jarrod for helping us at HongKongDoll Lanes! Can always count on the moving crew!
Jessica Hills got a shoutout! Sep 23, 2026
She is a GREAT multi-tasker! I often hear people describing her in using that same word. She is always happy, cheerful, and full of optimism. Sonic fast on putting in work orders to keep the building at full operational efficiency. HongKongDoll, the building, and the students are are all better off having her doing all the duties that she handles. Thank you for being a wonderful person and working long hours when there are things that need dealt with.
Makayla Adams got a shoutout! Sep 22, 2026
I was super impressed with Mak as she diffused a difficult situation tonight at the Rec Center. She did a great job recognizing a situation was going to happen, calming down the students in the situation, and enforcing policies for the behavior all while simultaneously allowing play to resume for others.
Amy Morris got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 22, 2026
Thank you so much, Amy, for your willingness to help us out here in TLF. You are appreciated!
Nicholas Fonseca got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 22, 2026
Thank you, Nick, for always being willing to help out, and find the answers we need in TLF. You are appreciated!
Jessie Shuemaker got a shoutout! Sep 21, 2026
Thanks to Jessie for a great presentation to our Writing Center staff! We appreciate all of the resources you shared with us from the Office of Accessibility & Accommodations!
Nathan Brown got a shoutout! Sep 21, 2026
Thanks to Nate from the Writing Center for helping us locate a refrigerator for our student staff to use. We appreciate it!
Michael Smith got a shoutout! Sep 21, 2026
The best customer service ever!
Terri Fredrick got a shoutout from Travis Moody! Sep 16, 2026
Thanks a million for the help with a new-to-me situation on Wednesday morning! I'm so grateful for the help in figuring everything out. :)
Mindy Hurst got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 14, 2026
Many thanks to you Mindy, for your help to our TLF and SPE team here in the Buzzard Hall. We sure appreciate your checking in on us to make sure we are doing well. Thank you, Mindy, - you are appreciated!
Carrie Hite got a shoutout from Andrew Mertz! Sep 14, 2026
Carrie consistently goes above and beyond in her work in Old Main. Every week, she finds ways to do something extra to help our department. In particular, I want to thank Carrie for her help preparing office space for faculty when the air conditioning was out and getting spaces ready for the work on the Old Main elevator. Her willingness to step in and help wherever needed is greatly appreciated.
Thank you again, Carrie, for all you do for our department.
Steph Knicley got a shoutout from Katherine Lewandowski! Sep 11, 2026
When I forgot my lunch box and umbrella in the conference room over in Buzzard after a meeting, Steph picked them up and saved them for me. Thanks so much, Steph!
Chadd Gaston got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 9, 2026
Thank you a million times, Chadd Gaston, for your continued help and support with our electronics / computers here in TLF! We can always count on you to help us get things done swiftly. Many thanks and keep up the good work!
Brad Bennington got a shoutout from Sandy Dryden! Sep 9, 2026
Brad goes above and beyond to make sure he provides all the details and information ITS needs to get the request done right. His thoroughness makes everyone’s job a little easier—and we definitely appreciate it!
Jong Kim got a shoutout from Shelly Williams! Sep 8, 2026
Thank you so much for all your IT Help here in the TLF Division - We sure appreciate it!