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CBCS staff members recognized for outstanding contributions to USF

recipients of the 2022 outstanding staff awards

Many staff members were recognized for their service to the university. 

Melissa Carlson, a research project manager in the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, and Kayvrie Vega, administrative specialist in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, recently received 2022 Outstanding Staff Awards. 

Haney, Moore, Carlson, and Greenfield

Left to right: Brooke Haney, Kathleen Moore, Melissa Carlson, Kelsey Greenfield

This award recognizes USF employees who demonstrate above and beyond performance and support the values in USF's Strategic Plan - In Pursuit of Excellence. Any member of the USF community can nominate someone to receive the award, and winners are selected by the university's Department of Human Resources.

Carlson is a graduate of the behavioral healthcare program in the Department of Mental Health Law and Policy. She currently plays an integral role in supporting research conducted in the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute.

Rocky the Bull and Kayvrie Vega

Rocky the Bull celebrates the achievement of Kayvrie Vega.

Vega also received the CBCS Employee Recognition Award at this year's spring assembly. In her role, she supports the daily operations of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

The awards ceremony was held in the USF School of Music Concert Hall on Friday.

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The Mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences (CBCS) is to advance knowledge through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service that improves the capacity of individuals, families, and diverse communities to promote productive, satisfying, healthy, and safe lives across the lifespan. CBCS envisions the college as a globally recognized leader that creates innovative solutions to complex conditions that affect the behavior and well-being of individuals, families, and diverse communities.