Ms. Jeanne Hayden

WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Jeanne Hayden by honoring her with the title of Staff Emerita; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hayden was first hired in 1972 and served in multiple roles to support the College, ending her career serving 22 years as Executive Assistant to the President for five IVCC Presidents and Interim Presidents, for a total of 34 years of service to the College; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hayden was a dedicated professional who provided the presidents and board members with unerring exactitude and reliability in managing records, correspondence, travel arrangements, appointments, and in general, greatly simplifying their professional lives; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hayden not only provided a high level of organization but also was proficient in learning and using new technology to improve the student experience; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hayden served the College with extraordinary dedication as evidenced through her selection for the 2009 Support Staff award, the 2005 Central Region Professional Board Staff Member Award from the ACCT, and Illinois Community College Trustees Association 2012 Statewide Professional Board Staff Member Award; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hayden has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service and leadership to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during her employment, and has championed the role of the College in the community;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College that it approves the designation of Staff Emerita for Jeanne Hayden

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Jeanne Hayden for her dedication and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students, staff, and faculty members who have been positively impacted by her over 34 years of service to the College.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 19, 2025 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Staff Emerita status for Jeanne Hayden hereunto will be listed on the website and identified in publications related to the history of the College and that the use of the title “Staff Emerita” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.

Effective this 19^th Day of February, 2025