Twice per year, staff in the Division of Student Affairs nominate groups within the division to be recognized. One team is selected to be recognized with that quarter's "Team Spirit Award."
Student Planning & Administration (SPA)
Doan Ha, Brittany Mai, Monica Maul, Sean Schmidt
The SPA team is the quiet engine that keeps Student Affairs moving forward! They show up in countless ways to support the division, handling the day-to-day work most people never see, keeping our monthly anniversary celebrations going, making sure every event detail (including the food!) is taken care of, getting everyone paid on time, and keeping our procurement cards active - all while juggling the many small and large tasks that hold a division together.
Their support doesn’t stop at logistics. They help us make progress on our goals, stay grounded in our values, and continue growing professionally. One example that truly stands out is how they took on the challenge of learning Workday. They dug in, figured out the system, created tools to help the rest of us navigate it, and then patiently trained the division so we could all feel more confident in how to use Workday and the tools that were created. That kind of care and initiative embodies Empowerment at its best, giving colleagues what they need to succeed and make informed decisions.
The SPA Team’s steadiness, patience, humor, and generosity of spirit uplift Student Affairs in countless ways. They are an essential part of who we are, and this Team Spirit Award reflects the deep appreciation felt across the division.
Student Affairs champions holistic learning and success for UW Tacoma students. We remove barriers for students, engage them as partners to create an inclusive campus community and equip them for lives and careers that have meaning and impact.
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