Annual Report 2021

CYNTHIA HOSKINS Judy Hoover Award for Excellence, Exempt Staff, Administrative Services

Cynthia has been with Whatcom more than 15 years, most recently as the Assistant to the Vice President for Administrative Services. She is also chair of the Professional Development Committee where she shows her commitment to personal and professional growth every day. In that role, she has gained the trust of faculty and staff to develop high-quality and focused programming. She encourages others to give input and is always willing to put in extra effort and a smile in order to see others succeed. Cynthia is known throughout WCC for her constant thoughtfulness and consideration toward others. She brings a sense of humor, compassion, and expertise to all her roles, and can make anyone feel at ease with her calm and caring personality.

TOBI MARTINEZ FranHudsonAward for Excellence, ClassifiedStaff, Transitional Learning

For nearly 30 years, Tobi has been cultivating strong and long-lasting relationships with both students and staff at Whatcom. She is like the hub of a bicycle wheel with each spoke representing her connection and dedication to the Transitional Learning program, various WCC departments, Whatcom’s students, and the entire campus community.

Tobi goes above and beyond to ensure every Whatcom student has a chance to succeed. She is also an expert multitasker. Her colleagues marvel at her ability to support faculty, mentor part-time employees, explain complicated GED processes to students, and promote Transitional Learning programs and resources—in English and in Spanish!

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