亚博体育app presented the Golden Service Award to facilities and custodial services employees at the April staff meeting for their prompt response to a major water leak in Acklie Hall.
Staff honored include Eric Pronske, Brad Wendelin, Bruce Thummel, Herb Young, Michael McRoberts, Kathy Minicz, Mike Fenster, Dora Thompson, Pete Fackler, Eric Hoffman, Roxanne Styskal, Trent Baker, and Michael Ehrenberg.
The incident occurred on February 21 when a heating system malfunction caused a pipe to freeze and burst, flooding the building鈥檚 northwest vestibule and biology suite. Facilities staff acted quickly to identify the issue and clean up the affected areas.
The following day, a fire sprinkler pipe connected to the system also burst, resulting in more extensive water and oil damage to the first floor and basement. Custodial and facilities services staff again responded to the call.
Provost Graciela Caneiro-Livingston, who nominated the group, praised their commitment to NWU鈥檚 core values of Excellence, Community, and Stewardship. 鈥淭heir swift response prevented great damage to Acklie,鈥 she said, highlighting the collaboration across Physical Plant, Custodial Services, and campus security.
The Golden Service Award recognizes NWU employees who go above and beyond to support the university's mission.