The following is an excerpt from the University Record: 

Sylvia Koski, assistant to the dean in the School of Public Health, has been selected to receive the 12th annual Candace J. Johnson Staff Award for Excellence.

Koski will receive the award at a reception from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday at the School of Public Health.

In a nomination letter, SPH Dean and Professor of Toxicology Martin A. Philbert noted that Koski has loyally served U-M and SPH for more than 49 years.

"Sylvia is one-of-a-kind and extraordinarily deserving of recognition for her significant impact on the university, and equally as important, on countless individuals who have had the pleasure of working with her over her lengthy career," Philbert wrote.

"She sets an example for others by way of her notable work ethic, her pleasant and humorous demeanor, her unflappable ability to deal calmly with sticky or difficult situations, and her steadfast positive attitude. She is a true and undeniable asset to the school and university."

Read the full University Record article. 

Learn more about the Candace J. Johnson Award for Staff Excellence.