Allen Community College honored several employees during its annual Service and Recognition Awards ceremony Friday.
The League for Innovation Excellence Awards took center stage, recognizing faculty and staff who demonstrate exemplary service and a commitment to innovation in learning, teaching and student success.
This national program has celebrated innovation in community colleges for more than 50 years, and Allen has participated since 2012. This year’s honorees were Kim Murry, director of financial aid, and Dr. Sherry Miller, biology instructor.
In addition to the League awards, ACC recognized employees for milestone years of service:
• Todd Francis — 30 years
• Patty Latta — 25 years
• Doug Desmarteau — 20 years
• Melissa Sellman — 20 years
• Bobbie Haviland — 20 years
• Terri Fahnestock — 5 years
• Carla Smith — 5 years
• Kyle Simpson — 5 years
Peer-nominated Red Devil Awards celebrated employees who go above and beyond:
Red Devil Spirit Award — Josiah D’Albini
Red Devil Muscle Award — Jerald Johnson
Red Devil Student First Award — Nicci Denny






