Employees of the Month

April has been an outstanding member of the team and is truly deserving of being recognized as Employee of the Month. She consistently brings a positive attitude to the workplace and approaches each day with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a willingness to help wherever needed. Her encouraging spirit and ability to stay positive make a meaningful impact on everyone around her.

One of April’s greatest strengths is her willingness to learn and roll her sleeves up and get to work. She embraces new challenges with an open mind and is always eager to take on new responsibilities and develop her skills. Her dedication and strong work ethic are evident in everything she does, and she consistently gives her best effort no matter the task.

April’s hardworking spirit, team-first mindset, and uplifting attitude make her an invaluable part of the team. We greatly appreciate all of her contributions and are thankful for the energy and commitment she brings each day!

- Audrey Hammond, Executive Director of LU Send

We would like to recognize Ashley Ballowe as Employee of the Month for her dedication, professionalism, and strong work ethic. After joining our team from one of our campus contractors, Ashley quickly became a valuable asset through her attention to detail and willingness to take on any task. She is currently taking classes through Liberty University to pursue project management, showing her commitment to growth and excellence. Ashley is known for ensuring projects are completed properly, keeping job sites clean and organized, and always supporting her team with a positive attitude. Her reliability and pride in her work make her truly deserving of this recognition.

Donna has served the donors of Liberty University for over 40 years. She is the living example of Col. 3:17 “doing everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” She takes care in ensuring our donor’s gifts are properly recorded & that their intent is honored. She leads the Donor Services team with a Christ-honoring heart, prioritizing excellent training but furthermore a true commitment to the wellbeing of her staff. As we look to the future and continuing changes in procedures, process, and ever-changing regulations, she continues to be an integral part at ensuring the development of new practices will maintain absolute integrity. It is an honor and privilege to serve alongside Donna.

Rebecca Bain has been a Recovery Agent II since June 2024. Rebecca has been of the upmost reliability and dependability since she started working with our team. Rebecca pours into our team members and spends time teaching and supporting them each day. Recently, Rebecca has really stepped up to the plate and taken on extra tasks and responsibilities to make sure the team needs were met. While Rebecca is an excellent employee, she is passionate about her work in supporting and truly knowing her team with the upmost intentionality. Thank you, Rebecca, for your commitment to Accounts Receivable and to the mission of Liberty University.

We are excited to recognize Lidia Williams! Since joining the Cashiering and Treasury Department as a University Cashier in May of 2024, Lidia has consistently shown dedication, initiative, and professionalism. She is always willing to step in and support her team, readily taking on additional responsibilities while ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. Lidia was recently promoted to Assistant Head Cashier, and her leadership is a significant asset in the Cashiers’ Office. Lidia’s positive attitude, strong work ethic, and approachable nature make her a valued team member of our team. Thank you, Lidia, for your continued hard work and commitment — we truly appreciate you! Congratulations!

Josh Camden has been a valued member of the Liberty University Transit Department for more than seven years and currently serves as the weekend night shift dispatcher. Josh is dependable, professional, and consistently follows policies and procedures, making him someone the team can trust. He is always willing to ask questions to improve his performance and better serve the department. Josh maintains a positive attitude, willingly helps wherever needed, and does an outstanding job training new dispatchers by providing guidance and support. Well liked by everyone, Josh plays an important role in making the weekend Transit 6 team successful. We are truly thankful for all Josh does for Transit.

Cordaro “Dez” Copeland has been a valued full-time member of the Grounds Department since September 2021 after previously working with the team through a temp agency. Dez is a dependable employee who can accomplish any landscaping task and safely operate the university’s leaf vac, mulch blower, handheld equipment, and Kubota UTVs for snow removal and ice melt application. He brings a positive attitude and smile to work each day and is always willing to help others. A proud father of four, Dez has grown into a skilled and seasoned landscaper, and we are truly thankful to have him as part of our team.

Jocelyn lives here in the local Lynchburg area with her husband and their sweet 3-year-old daughter. She has been with Liberty University for almost 7 years and has been working as an Assistant Director of New Enrollment for the past 4 and a half years. Jocelyn embodies all the qualities needed to be a successful leader of a team. Her work ethic is second to none, and we can always count on her to go above and beyond to get the job done. We appreciate everything that she does for the university, our students, and our employees. We are lucky to have her on our team!

Laurel Meijer is the glue that keeps the Marketing video team together. As video project coordinator, Laurel keeps projects organized and moving forward. She’s always willing to jump in wherever needed and brings a positive, steady presence to the team. She makes everyone’s job easier, and her impact is felt across every project she touches. If you get the chance to work with Laurel, consider yourself lucky — you’ll quickly see the difference she makes!

Heather has served faithfully as an Academic Evaluator in the Registrar’s Office for almost 4 years. She is committed to serving our students with excellence and care. Heather is very efficient and desires to serve both students and teammates not only quickly but thoroughly. She works diligently to help students meet their goals and get them to the finish line of their academic careers. She is a great team player and is frequently encouraging others. Heather is a joy to work with, and we are thankful to have her on our team! Congrats, Heather!