UW’s Staff Recognition Day: ‘Lights, Camera, Appreciation!’ Honors Staff, Provides Activities April 13

The University of Wyoming's Staff Senate will celebrate employees, honor 27 award winners across 14 categories and recognize remarkable milestones -- including two dedicated employees reaching 40 and 45 years of service -- during Staff Recognition Day: "Lights, Camera, Appreciation!" Monday, April 13.

The event, an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of UW staff members who make the campus community thrive, will take place noon-2 p.m. in the ballroom and Family Room at the Wyoming Union.

The awards and years of service ceremony will begin at 12:30 p.m.; years of service awards can be picked up between noon and 2 p.m.

Additional activities include:

-- Hollywood photo booth: Strike a pose with fun, themed props and capture the moment from noon-12:30 p.m. and 1:15-2 p.m.

-- Raffle Extravaganza: More than 20 baskets featuring prizes from Laramie businesses will be raffled off. As part of a campus food drive, participants who bring three nonperishable items will receive one extra ticket from noon-1:30 p.m. Winners will be announced at 1:45 p.m. on the main stage. Participants must be present to win.

-- Makerspace activities: Hosted by the UW Innovation Network, there will be custom live laser engraving and hands-on, creative fun available throughout the event.

-- Lunch: Burgers, pizza, fresh fruit, veggie platters, dessert and Pepsi beverages will be available throughout the event. A concessions booth also will be available. Attendees can use their event ticket for free popcorn, candy or meat sticks while supplies last.

The UW Staff Senate invites employees to take time to relax, connect with colleagues and celebrate the amazing work happening across campus. "Swag bags" are available to the first 600 staff members in attendance.

Employees are encouraged to attend. All staff will receive 1.5 hours of release time to participate.