Employees of the Quarter (October 1-December 31)

Pamela Hawley, associate director of the Office of the Registrar, has been named the Exempt Employee of the Quarter, effective October 1 to December 31. Hawley earned her bachelor’s degree in English at UMBC and began her career as a student employee. After graduation, Hawley worked at various universities and, in 1997, she returned to her alma mater by accepting the position of assistant registrar. She was promoted during her years in the Office of the Registrar and, in 2007, became the associate director.

Shawley was nominated by Sandra R. Baldeo-Lindsay, academic program specialist in the Office of the Registrar. “I have known Pam since 2006 and I have seen what a dedicated worker she is,” said Baldeo-Lindsay. “She is always there to help anyone in our department and on campus with whatever they need. Being an associate registrar, she is the type of leader that encourages her staff to work to the best of their ability.”

Hawley received her award at a surprise presentation during a staff meeting on Tuesday, October 6. The Office of the Registrar staff congratulated her, and everyone enjoyed a slice of cake.

Mary Welsh, administrative assistant for the Department of Ancient Studies, has been named the Non-Exempt Employee of the Quarter effective October 1 to December 31, 2009. Welsh began her career at UMBC in 2000 as an administrative assistant for the Department of English. She transferred to her current position in Ancient Studies in February 2006.

Welsh was nominated by Marilyn Goldberg, chair of the Department of Ancient Studies. “When Mary arrived as the Ancient Studies Department administrative assistant, there were no recorded regular procedures, no systematized record keeping system and no centralized document organization,” said Goldberg. “She has created a superiorly run office in her three years here. Her people and customer service skills are excellent.”

Welsh received her award at a presentation on Wednesday, October 7, which was attended by faculty and staff of the ancient studies department. After the presentation, a luncheon celebration was held in the Skylight Room.