Every year, the college where I work takes a week to honor its employees.
This is the week!
But first, a bit of the back story.
When the Mr. and I got married in the late 80’s, I worked for the college. It had always been a dream of mine to return.
I grew up a fan of the college and am in love with its traditions.
God opened the door to that opportunity almost two and a half years ago.
I purposely drive by Samford Hall each morning because it is so beautiful and is an iconic symbol of my school.
Although I park 1/4 mile from my office (gotta love campus parking), I smile because I get to walk past the library, where I worked almost forty years ago. (That’s not the library in the picture below.)
This campus is a special place.
They kicked off the festivities with an Employee Appreciation Lunch.
I dressed up for the affair.
That’s a dress I found on Amazon, by the way. I love the influencers I follow on Instagram. They usually point me to great deals!
Each day, the college will have a special event or happening for employees to participate in.
Today, employees can take part in a free yoga session (on company time). Unfortunately, I couldn’t sign up for this because of my shoulder(s), but I’ve done the yoga two years in a row, and it’s been fabulous!
Wednesday, the university will host a departmental showcase, which allows each department to highlight itself. I attended this two years ago and was reminded of how amazing my college is. We have some innovative people leading our students and contributing to the world!
The university is encouraging departments to get out and enjoy some sunshine during a walk, take guided tours at a museum on campus, and join in on a spring fling.
Friday, the college will have a recognition program for employees.
No matter where people work, they will grump about their job, the people they work with, or even the pay.
To be fair, I’ve been part of that camp in previous jobs.
That’s not the case now. My office is comprised of all women who support one another. That’s rare, if you’ve ever worked in such an environment. Women tend to be catty and competitive.
I feel appreciated every single day, by my coworkers and the university. It truly is a joy to be here, which is what employee appreciation is all about!
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I would imagine that working at Auburn is truly amazing! War Eagle!
It truly is amazing! The energy is electric when classes are in session. The students are absolutely precious! War Eagle!
It makes such a difference to work at a place that you enjoy so much & that appreciates YOU.
that dress is ADORABLE!!!!
Doesn’t it though? I remember when you got the job you currently have. The old company you worked for was such a toxic environment! You seem like you’ve been much happier since you’ve been in your not-so-new job!