The Board of Regents is pleased to present a KUDOS award to Marc Gordon, Building Services Manager for the Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Marc plays a vital role in ensuring that Criss Library remains a safe, functional, and welcoming space for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. His responsibilities include overseeing building maintenance, renovation projects, and safety and security operations.
Candice Batton, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, says that "Marc is not one to wait for others to respond to Library needs."
Whether coordinating with campus partners or completing maintenance and repair projects himself, Marc consistently goes above and beyond to support the Library community.
Batton says that "In the last six months, I have seen Marc respond with a cool, calm, and rational approach to two separate high-stress, high-stakes incidents that had the potential for disastrous outcomes."
She notes that during one incident, Marc responded immediately despite being off duty and worked closely with Public Safety and Omaha Police to support the response and provide resources for those affected.
Batton adds that Marc's "quiet authority in both his manner and bearing" is recognized and respected by others.
Marc is joined today by his wife, Diana Gordon.
Please join me in thanking Marc for his dedication to the University of Nebraska at Omaha.