MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave College celebrated employees hitting their years of service milestones during its recent Convocation. Employees celebrating 5, 10, 15, 25 and 35 years of service to the College were recognized in front of their peers.
Also recognized was the Ellen Licari Service to Students Award recipient, Cat Therrien, Student Life Coordinator. The award recognizes employees who go above and beyond to put students first. It was established in honor of Ellen Licari, a former Mohave College advisor who was dedicated to helping students succeed. Licari passed away in 2011, and the award is presented annually to a college employee who exemplifies her commitment to student support.
This year, the Employee Engagement Committee created Pride of the Bighorns initiative to celebrate the outstanding contributions of colleagues. The following employees were recognized: Abigail Jaimes-Gomez for Authentic Leadership; Andrea Wange for Visionary Innovator; Margi Chatwood for Fearless Engagement; Erin Roper for Collaborative Impact; Roxie Joslin for Rising Star; and the Library Services team received the Mohave College Cares Award.
Milestone Service Awards
Five Years of Service
Alexander Curtis
Eleanore Blair
Jacquelyn Newman
Dr. Jeannine Klein
Trina Scaife
Lori Gunnette
Michael McKenzie
Thomas Gillespie
Trishtian Stanley
Vanessa Espinoza
Victoria Jaramus
Zachary Drew
10 Years of Service
Abigail Jaimes-Gomez
Amber Johnson
Benjamin King
Bhaskar Singh
Eric Pope
Francisco Aponte
Imelda Felix
James Morris
Jane Watts
Lisa Barnes
Loan Hornick
Meghan Knox
Rachel Benetti
Rebecca Serna
15 Years of Service
Connie Shelley
Danny Sanchez
Freddie Orange
Jon Gill
Richie Mitten
25 Years of Service
Laurel Clifford
35 Years of Service
Sharon Hanks
About Mohave College
Since 1971, Mohave College has been transforming lives by helping students earn degrees and certificates that lead to better careers and brighter futures. Most alumni stay right here in Mohave County, strengthening the local workforce, fueling economic growth, and giving back to the communities they call home. The College delivers an estimated $199 million annual economic impact to the region and supports over 3,000 jobs in industries ranging from healthcare to the arts. Alumni contribute $158 million each year in additional income to local communities, and 96% of graduates say Mohave prepared them well for their careers or further education. Whether you’re starting your journey or advancing your skills, Mohave College is here to help you own your future. Learn more at Mohave.edu/ImprovingLives.
