Coordinator Cheers Recipients

Use this link to share kudos, celebrate wins, or simply lift each other up. Whether it’s recognizing hard work, a job well done, or a moment of kindness, let’s take a moment to appreciate and support one another. These recipients will be recognized at our quarterly Program Coordinator Forum, on our website, and during our awards ceremony. Award recipients are celebrated for their continuous support of our mission, role-model behavior, and compassionate presence in the workplace.

Nomination Details:

Nomination Link: The nomination link will be live continually throughout the year for easy access.
Number of Coordinators You Can Nominate: You can nominate as many coordinators as you’d like to recognize.
Frequency of Nominating the Same Coordinator: There is no limit; you can nominate the same coordinator as many times as you wish.

How to Submit Nominations:

Nominations should be submitted via Microsoft Forms.
All responses will be received by the Executive Council Administrator.

Thank you for taking the time to recognize the hard work and dedication of our coordinators. Your participation is greatly appreciated.

Kristel Maes (Physical Therapy)

“It always amazes me how she is on top of things. She goes far and beyond in helping the Onboarding process and all the Trainee's. She is truly and "Amazing Coordinator!"

Robin Howard (Internal Medicine-Pediatrics)

“Her genuine care and concern for those around her creates a sense of community and belonging that is deeply felt by anyone who is privileged to know and work with her.”

Gabrielle Nichols (Internal Medicine)

“She works so hard, is willing to take on any tasks, and is a lot of fun to be around. So grateful to have her at UNC!”

Melissa Lawrence (Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine)

“She scheduled so many of our Internal Medicine residents for Oncology clinic experiences on top of her regular job duties, and she did it with such a helpful and positive attitude.”

“Melissa is not only an amazing leader for her programs but kindly stepped up to help with Hematology/Oncology while they search for a new coordinator. She’s amazing and I’m in awe at all she does!"

Shermeka Arrington (Department of Surgery – Vascular)

"Shermeka has 8 rounds of in person interviews this season and she has gone above and beyond and is absolutely killing it!"

“She has done so many in person interviews this year and yet she has found time to help others with their interviews and has supported us all and has provided such a beautiful team comradery.”

Amanda Harvey (Family Medicine)

“Props to your constant work on professional development for your role, you motivate me on a daily basis to do better!"

Sarah Longenbach (GME)

“She goes above and beyond for her little group of coordinators and really all of us! As a coordinator herself in a past life, she just gets it!”

Ashley Heidinger (Family Medicine)

“Thank you for all of your amazing work and flexibility on a regular basis, you are such an asset to our programs!”

Julie Seger (Pediatrics)

“Julie is always willing to help. She has personally taken time out of her day to come to my office to help me out with things.”

Wynne Sheen (Emergency Medicine)

“As the PD, I was so nervous about reviewing applicants and running interview season without our additional PC. She tries every day, to make my job as a PD a little easier. She has managed 2 full time jobs with such grace and has excelled far beyond any of our expectations.”

Kathie Patterson (Surgery)

“Her dedication and longevity to one department is practically unheard of in these times and she is a true gem and inspiration to all her know and work with her. Thank you for your many years of friendship and guidance when needed!"

Julie Golding (Internal Medicine)

“In the words of Beyonce, you really are "That Girl"! Seriously thank you for always putting your own work down to brainstorm an idea, for always having the answer or knowing who does, and most importantly for always being so friendly and just "getting it"!