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Employee Engagement and Recognition at the 91´«Ã½

At the 91´«Ã½, engagement and recognition work hand-in-hand to create a culture where employees feel valued, connected, and inspired. Engagement is the emotional and cognitive commitment employees have toward their work, their colleagues, and 91´«Ã½â€™s mission—expressed through enthusiasm, dedication, and a sense of purpose. Recognition reinforces this commitment by celebrating contributions and milestones that reflect 91´«Ã½â€™s values.

Signature programs highlight this alignment: the You Rock! Awards offers peer-to-peer recognition, empowering employees to appreciate one another in meaningful ways. The Years of Service Awards honor long-term dedication at 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50-year milestones, underscoring 91´«Ã½â€™s gratitude for sustained contributions. Employee appreciation events, held in partnership with 91´«Ã½ Athletics every year in January, provide opportunities for connection and celebration across campus. Additionally, Faculty and Staff Awards spotlight exceptional achievements in teaching, research, and service. Together, these initiatives foster belonging, motivation, and pride in being part of the 91´«Ã½ community.