Roland Palmer of Hinesburg, Vt., manager of Champlain College’s Development Operations, was awarded the 2010 Elizabeth A. Durick Staff Service Award, which recognizes a member of the staff who has had a positive impact on the college community.
This annual award, which includes $5,000, is named in honor of the late Elizabeth Durick, who was an exemplary staff member and who also served on the College's Board of Trustees. Recipients of the Durick Award must consistently demonstrate many of the characteristics that allowed Elizabeth Durick to have such a positive and lasting influence on the College – professionalism, dedication and flexibility in the accomplishment of their responsibilities.
In presenting the award, President David F. Finney said “The winner of the 2010 Durick Award creates a culture of caring and respect so vital to productivity, creativity and a sense of community at Champlain. For that, I’m personally thankful.”
Past winner have included Pat Boera, Mike Charron, Jo Corrow, Katie Hawley, Diana Eide, Tammy Miller, Elaine Strunk, and Thomas Bonnette
