Central Washington University Board of Trustees May 14, 2021
MEMORANDUM – Staci Sleigh-Layman chosen for State Extra Mile Award
To: CWU Board of Trustees
From: Joel Klucking, VP Business & Financial Affairs
Staci Sleigh-Layman received the Washington Secretary of State’s Extra Mile Award for 2021. Staci was nominated by the Human Resources Leadership Team, who recognized her qualities of leadership, strength, and inspiration. Additionally, Staci was recognized for her “Tuesday Talks with HR” webinar series , which was developed in response to COVID-19 and the subsequent shift to online learning and remote work. “T uesday Talks ” began March 24, 2020 and has been consistently attended by over 200 people each week ever since. Staci’s calm and courageous leadership style brings comfort to many, and has created a community that did not exist before. “Tuesday Talks” now includes speakers from across the university — as well as the city and county — and plans are underway to offer similar talks for faculty and students. The Extra Mile Award is designed for Washington State citizens and employees to nominate an individual or group who surpasses expectations for exemplary public service. To qualify for the award, employees must demonstrate innovative techniques and methods, outstanding leadership, visionary thinking, personal valor or bravery, and outstanding customer service. In 2021, 255 nominations were submitted, and 15 employees were selected for awards.
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