Angie Metcalf, custodian in University Housing, received the University Staff Appreciation Award for March 2026.
The individual nominating Metcalf stated, "Since joining as the Tustison - Oetting custodian during the 2024-25 academic year, Angie quickly addressed longstanding needs of the building, including long-term stains and grime from a period of subpar care. Angie has shown a warmth in how she completes her responsibilities and interacts with others. Angie has led seasonal efforts to create a welcoming atmosphere in CKTO, working with her co-custodian Carrie to decorate shared spaces in the building for occasions such as Halloween, wintertime activities and Valentine's Day. Angie recognizes the work she does leads to satisfaction from our residents and ultimately makes CKTO their home, through her work.
"Angie describes herself as 'not much of a talker,' but I have never had such wonderful, caring, genuine interactions as with her. Angie shares concerns and needs from her role as a custodian and is interested in the personal well-being of those she works with. I consistently have personal conversations where Angie and I can joke about work items in one moment, and learn she cuts her own hair (so darn well) the next. Angie exchanged holiday treats with staff in the building and, in doing so, took into account their concerns about food allergens. Angie just cares, and she is so wonderful for it."
Each employee of the month receives a certificate of recognition and a gift presented by Chancellor Katherine Frank. The award, in its 21st year, was established by the Chancellor’s Office and is co-sponsored by the University Staff Senate.
