Distinguished Service Award
Dr. Sharon P. Smith, president of the University of Pittsburgh at
Greensburg, has selected Leigh Hoffman, the assistant dean of student
services, the director of orientation and co-curricular programs, and the
judicial coordinator, as the recipient of the 2007-08 President's
Distinguished Service Award for Staff. Nominations were made of those who
demonstrated 'a consistent pattern of extraordinary dedication to the
University above and beyond the candidate's job responsibilities. The honor
carries a $500 award.
'The choice of the recipient of the President's
Distinguished Service Award was difficult, as there were a
number of very strong nominees,' Smith said. 'Leigh shone in
her caring leadership, her creative ideas, and her careful
follow-through. The programs she has established have
transformed Pitt-Greensburg students' lives. She never sits
back to rest on past success but rather is always
envisioning improvements to existing programs and
innovations that will take us in new and exciting
directions. Her impact is extraordinary. Pitt-Greensburg is
very lucky to have her.'
Hoffman has worked at Pitt-Greensburg since 2003. She was
promoted to her current position in 2006. She has a bachelor
of science degree in psychology/education from Juniata
College and a master of science degree in counseling from
the University of Scranton. She has worked in higher
education for more than 13 years.
She and her husband, Ben, live in Level Green with their
children.
'It is wonderful to work in such a collaborate
environment, where you get to know your fellow staff well
and where colleagues support one another,' Hoffman said. 'It
is such a rewarding experience to be able to make a
difference in the lives of the students and have a positive
influence on them.'