Nominations for A&P Committee Vacancies If approved, terms begin October 1, 2005.

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1 Nominations for A&P Committee Vacancies If approved, terms begin October 1, Nominations & Elections - 3 positions rolling off Rob Kulick (2008) I have been employed at Auburn since 1999 as both a temporary employee in the Office of the provost, and full time since 2000 in the Office of Admissions (now Undergraduate Recruiting). I am a strong believer in the important roles served by the Administrative and Professional staffs of the university, and would very much like to help in any capacity to ensure that continued importance. Thank you for your consideration. 2. Kevin Mullins (2008) I have been employed with AU for six years and currently work as an Research Assistant IV in the Canine & Detection Research Institute. I supervise and manage government funded research and development contracts pertaining to explosives detection canines. I supervise student employees, organize and implement research protocols, collect and evaluate statistical data, and present research conclusions to government sponsors. I assist with the canine detection education training at Auburn University's Canine & Det Training Center in Anniston, AL. I received a BA degree in Psychology from Auburn in I am currently working on a MS degree in Counseling from Auburn. 3. Jacqueline Dozier (2008) Jacqueline Dozier is an alumnus of Auburn University. Her previous employment was at Tuskegee University as a financial aid counselor. Jacqueline (Jacqui) recently completed her Master's in Education at Auburn where she has held the title of academic advisor for the past two years while also serving on the University's Minority Recruitment & Retention Committee.

2 Professional Development - 1 position rolling off 2006 & 3 positions rolling off Lydia Walls (2006) Lydia Walls, has been employed at Auburn University for seven and a half years as a Program Developer in the Outreach Program Office. She came to Auburn from the Norfolk Botanical Gardens in Virginia and before that was Assistant Director of the Professional Development Office at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. She has a B.S. in Social Science. Her husband, is a Career Counselor at Auburn. They enjoy living close to their son, daughter-in-law and four grandchildren. 2. Nada K. Nadarajah (2008) I am a Sr Research Fellow in the Dept of Animal sciences. I joined the dept as a Research associate in May 1998 and later promoted to as a Research Fellow in My expertise in the area of Animal Breeding and Genetics and also in Applied Statistics. I provide supportive research role in the area of Breeding and genetics in Swine and Beef cattle Genetics. Very less teaching but do a lot of statistical support to the Grad students and Faculty in the department. 3. John Green (2008) I am the Director of the Construction Industry Programs for the Department of Building Science. I have worked in this position for approximately 5 years. I have served as a volunteer on our college United Way Campaign and currently serve on the Auburn University Insurance and Benefit Committee headed by Ronnie Herring. My work involves managing the Building Science Construction Industry Fund, and also serving as the Building Science Director of Job Placement. Before coming to Auburn, I worked for 24 years with Brasfield & Gorrie Construction Company in Birmingham as a Senior Project Manager. I live in Auburn with my wife Milly and we have two children adult children. 4. Debbie Tomlin (2008) I would like to serve on the AP Committee for Professional Development. I work as an Outreach Assistant 1 in CGS conducting strategic planning for local governments as well as public opinion polling. This summer I will graduate with a Masters degree in Public Administration. Promoting professional development and educational opportunities for Auburn University A & P employees would be a rewarding challenge.

3 Welfare Committee - 1 position rolling off 2006 & 3 positions rolling off Brenda Wood (2006) I have been at the University for the past 12 years in the Agronomy and Soils Department. In my current position as a Research Associate IV, I supervise a laboratory for soil fertility/environmental soil science research program specializing in analysis of plant, soil, animal waste materials, water samples and gas emissions. In the lab, I operate and maintain analytical equipment such as LECO, Bio-Rad Microplate reader, Gas Chromatograph, and Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma Spectrometer. In the field am responsible for establishing, maintaining and harvesting field plot research. I also train and supervise graduate students and student workers in laboratory and field procedures, equipment operation and safety procedures. I am especially concerned about how the University monitors safety issues in laboratory and field settings. 2. Robin Salter (2008) Robin Salter has managed the Survey Research Lab at the Center for Governmental Services for almost 3 years. Her responsibilities include survey design, supervision of data collection activities, analysis and reporting. Robin is also a doctoral candidate (ABD) in the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program at AU. 3. Jamie Creamer (2008) Jamie Creamer has been an associate editor with the AU College of Agriculture and Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station for three years. A graduate of Auburn with a degree in journalism, she has worked as a reporter and editor in the newspaper industry at weeklies and dailies in Alabama and Mississippi and in the communications, publishing, advertising and marketing arenas in Montgomery, Memphis and Auburn. In her current position, she primarily produces news releases and articles and other materials for the College and Experiment Station's publications and programs and serves as news media liaison. 4. Brian J. Phillip (2008) Brian Phillip joined the Learning Resources Center in September of 2004 as an Information Technology Specialist IV to provide support for the technical aspects of the College of Education's distance education offerings and video services. He operates, maintains, and schedules the distance education studio classroom, provides technical support to faculty, staff, and students, and provides video production and editing support. A 1998 Auburn University Mass Communications graduate, Brian has worked with Auburn University's Media Production Group as a production supervisor and video editor.

4 Calendar and Schedules - 1 position rolling off Janie Echols-Brown (2008) I am the Graphic Designer for University Outreach. I have worked in the office of Outreach Information and Program Certification for over 5 years as an Outreach Assistant II - Graphic Design. Prior to working in the University setting, I was the Assistant Manager of Creative Services for the local paper where I remained for nearly ten years. I live in Auburn with my husband and have a child in the local school system.

5 Grievance - 1 position rolling off 2007 & 5 positions rolling off Barnese Adair-Wallace (2007, representing Executive VP) I've worked at AU for 24 years and currently work in the Facilities Division as the Building Services Manager in-house employees that I supervise and manage the Outside contractors for pest control, custodial services, waste management. I'm married and have three children and three grandchildren and two on the way. 2. Brinda Lisano (2008, representing Provost) I have been with the University for 20 years and, prior to entering the University system, was in banking for 12 years. I have been Executive Assistant to the Dean of Pharmacy for 11 year. Over my career at the University I have served as Assistant to a Director for 5 years, Contracts and Grants Administration for 2 years and Bursar Office for 2 years. 3. Jennifer Eller (2008, representing Alumni) Coordinator in the Office of Development to serve on the Grievance Committee. Jennifer is a graduate of Auburn University, and now as an employee has a desire to volunteer to serve in this committee capacity. Jennifer possesses both excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both of which are essential in this committee position. 4. Wiebke Kuhn (2008, representing Provost) I am an Information Technology Specialist in the College of Liberal Arts. She is currently serving as the chair of the A&P Professional Development Committee (until September, since June) and has been on this committee for three years. In her opinion, being involved in any workplace governance is vital to ensure that all voices at the work place are heard. 5. Juanita Syljuberget (2008, representing VP Research) Since April 2000, Juanita Syljuberget has been a Contract Administrator in the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) at Auburn University. Duties include proposal development and budgeting, contract negotiations and management, fiscal assistance, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The units for which she is currently responsible are the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the divisions under the Provost, and other special projects. In addition, Juanita serves as the OSP Subcontract Administrator; writing, monitoring, and processing payments for all subcontracts under externally funded projects on campus. Juanita previously served as a Contract Administrator at the University of Missouri-Columbia for 13 years and has been a member of the National Council for Research Administrators (NCURA) since Juanita has made several presentations, conducted workshops, and served on committees for various groups on campus and off. Juanita is the 2004 recipient of the Office of the Vice President for Research's Meritorious Service Award. 6. Trish Digman (2008, representing Provost) I have worked for Auburn University since 1996, I was in Physics until 2003 when I transferred to Vet Med Admin, I am a Contract and Grant Specialist for the College. I work closely with CVM faculty and staff on and in various research activities. I am married with 2 children.