Lacy M. Lose
Lacy M. Lose, an applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration major from Avis - characterized as a "team player with a truly contagious smile" - has been chosen as September's Student of the Month by the Student Government Association at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Lose, a student worker in Penn College's Madigan Library, is a member of the softball team and serves as secretary for the Student Athletic Advisory Council and the Occupational Therapy Assistant Club.
"Lacy is just one of those people you are immediately drawn to, partly due to her bubbly personality," her chief nominator wrote. "She is always upbeat. Often, her smiling face is the first face you see when entering the Madigan Library and it just adds a lift to your day to see her and have even the briefest of conversations with her.
"She possesses all the qualities to make her an exceptional therapist."
The nomination also included comments from one of the honoree's library co-workers, noting the courtesy and respect that Lose shows others - whether in person, online or on the phone.
"She truly cares about the feelings of others and how her actions may affect (them)," she commented. "Her work ethic and commitment for whatever she may be involved in is very strong. She has volunteered to participate in campus wide events, such as Fall Fiesta and the holiday card-decorating contest, even though she is enrolled in such a demanding program. She is flexible and is always willing to help others whenever or wherever she may be needed within the library. She truly spreads sunshine wherever she may be."
Lose serves as a mentor to the library's new student assistants, helping them adjust to the tasks at hand.
"No job is too menial and everyone is important to her. She has helped with several library displays, providing support and input as needed," the colleague continued. "She keeps a positive attitude, which spreads like wildfire."
Logan A. Gresock
Logan A. Gresock, a construction management major from Copley, Ohio, was chosen as October's Student of the Month by the Student Government Association at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Gresock, a part-time Student Activities assistant at the Bush Campus Center Information Desk, is a member and captain of the Wildcat wrestling team and serves as president of the Student Athletic Advisory Council.
"Logan is a terrific student and a pleasure to work with," his nominator wrote. "He is truly dedicated to his major and the Penn College wrestling program. His smile, enthusiasm, energy and caring nature are contagious to all who know and interact with him."
Among his other accomplishments, Gresock coordinated two dodgeball games to benefit Hope Enterprises Inc., a local organization that provides services to people with developmental disabilities. Last spring, he was a member of Team Awesome, chosen as the "most spirited" among participants in the Walk-It-Out fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
He also served a summer internship with Turner Construction, his nominator noted, "A terrific opportunity to work within his major."
Maggie K. Calkins
Maggie K. Calkins, a pre-physician assistant major from Bloomsburg, has been chosen as November's Student of the Month at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Calkins, a Student Ambassador and second-year Resident Assistant in Campus View Apartments, is a member of the Penn College softball team and a former member of the Wildcat Dance Team.
"Maggie has shown great promise and dedication to her floor and to our complex," her Residence Life nominator wrote. "She has contributed programs, such as Random Acts of Kindness, which included college and community service throughout the week."
A responsible and highly involved student leader who maintains the difficult balance between academics and extracurricular activities, Calkins carries a high GPA in a demanding health sciences major.
"Maggie is a very nice person who cares about students and policies, and continues to advocate and be a voice for those students," her nominator continued.
Jonathan M. Probst
Jonathan M. Probst, a residential construction technology and management major from Allison Park, has been chosen as January's Student of the Month at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
A Senior Resident Assistant in Campus View Apartments and a part-time student clerk in the Residence Life Office, Probst is also a member of the Penn College Construction Association.
"This student constantly serves as a mentor and leader within our college campus," his nominator wrote. "He consistently performs at his job as to what is expected of him and always goes above and beyond within his job title. He strives to complete his projects on time and serves as a friend to everyone on his staff, as well as within the Residence Life community."
