Curriculum and Instruction secretary Nancy Furton "has always been a tremendous help to the faculty and students in her department," says graduate assistant Elizabeth Brosseau.

"Most recently she made it possible for me to graduate with my master's by taking the initiative and filling out a substitution form for one of my classes and turning it in quickly," says Brosseau.

Graduate student Kim O'Kelley appreciates Furton's cheerfulness.

"Her eagerness to help faculty and students makes everyone's job and educational experiences better," says O'Kelley. "She is always very professional, willing to lend a helping hand and hard working. She's the kind of person who makes you want to smile."

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