Rose O’Toole Award

The Rose O’Toole Staff Recognition Award is given annually to acknowledge outstanding achievements that have impact on institutional success and contribute significantly to the mission of Clarke University.

This year’s Clarke University Rose O’Toole Staff Recognition Award was presented to:

Annette Doerr
Administrative Assistant for Student Life/Business Department

Here is an excerpt from the nomination for this year’s recipient:

“This person is the definition of what it means to be an exceptional member of the Clarke University community. She is helpful in every situation, consistently going above and beyond what is asked of her…. No matter how complex or unexpected the challenge, she is resourceful, finding thoughtful solutions that support students, colleagues, and the broader goals of the institution. … She steps in, steps up, and does so without hesitation or expectation of recognition.” 

Previous Recipients

Tonya Howe, Athletics Office Manager, 2025
Will Hudson, Director of Intercultural Programs and Engagement, 2024
Gayle Langel, Director of Communication and Creative, 2023
Callie Clark, Director of Engagement and Intercultural Programs, 2022
Julie Cirks, Director of Transfer Enrollment, 2021
Colin Muenster, Director of Audio/Visual Services, 2020
Dora Serna, MOL, Office Manager of Visual and Performing Arts Department and Business Department
Jo Ann Rust, Office of Education, 2018
Megan Stull, MAE, President’s Office, 2017
Mike Rohner, Institutional Advancement, 2016
Curt Long, Athletics, 2015
Sue Leibold, Library, 2014
Andy Schroeder, Development, 2013
Vivian Bannon, Admissions, 2012
Sheila Sullivan, Information Technology, 2011
Laura Wolter, Residence Life, 2010