The 2022 Excellence Awards presentation was held on Thursday, May 12, inside the Covelli Center. A large group of athletic department, business office and SASSO staff were on hand as awards were handed out in 10 different categories.
This year’s overall Higher Purpose Award went to Jason Browning and Dana Blount. The Higher Purpose Award recognized the person who is committed to fulfilling the mission and vision of the Department of Athletics, Business Advancement and SASSO.
ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD
The person, who through individual accountability, promotes and progresses the standards and values of Ohio State.
Alexis Sigler
Event Management
Logan Hittle
Eugene D. Smith Leadership Institute
INTEGRTY AWARD
The new hire who demonstrates university values, department values and extraordinary service in their field.
Doug Archie
Compliance
Lisa Davis
Business Office
EDUCATION AWARD
The person who demonstrates an appreciation and application for the lifelong learning through quality academic, competitive leadership and/or social experiences.
Wendy Rohaly
Business Office
Dana Blount
Student-Athlete Support Services
PEOPLE AWARD
The person who focuses on providing an excellent experience to include student-athletes, students, staff and guests.
Lisa Frey
Business Office
Kylie Haywood
Information Systems
RESPECT AWARD
The person who promotes collaboration and inclusiveness while treating all people with respect.
Andy Heaton
Event Management
Dr. Duncan Johnston
Women’s Soccer
INNOVATION AWARD
The person who utilizes innovative ideas to create and deliver impact.
Adam Cope
Video Services
Kate Nushart
Ticket Office
COMMUNITY AWARD
The person who is committed to paying forward by supporting people and/or causes across campus or in the community.
Sarah Precht
Ticket Office
Jason Browning
Facilities Operations
EXCELLENCE AWARD
The person who is committed to representing our values and consistently serves as an exemplar for their peers.
Rick VanBrimmer
Business Advancement
Chris Friend
Strength Training & Conditioning
Team/Unit Award
The team/unit that went above and beyond throughout the past year to help the department, campus, or community.
Ticket Office
Business Office
Advancement Office
Schottenstein Center
Higher Purpose Award
The person who is committed to fulfilling the mission and vision of the Department of Athletics, Business Advancement and SASSO. This award will be selected by the leadership committee.
Dana Blount
Student-Athlete Support Services
Jason Browning
Facilities Operations
