October Be A Bengal Nominees

Congratulations to the October "Be a Bengal" Nominees! Since 2019, the "Be a Bengal" Program has recognized employees who exemplify ISU's six core values: Teamwork, Integrity, Inclusivity, Community, Learning, and Shared Responsibility. Our October nominees exemplify what it means to be part of the Bengal family. Through their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to others, they help create a campus community where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. We are incredibly grateful for the many ways they bring our values to life each day.

October 2026 "Be a Bengal" Nominees

• Abdul Khalil Azizi (2 Nominations) - Integrity 2x, Inclusivity 2x, Shared Responsibility 2x, Community 2x, Learning, Teamwork
• Todd Christensen - Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Teamwork
• Alison Crane - Integrity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Teamwork
• Michael Czerepinski - Integrity, Inclusivity, Teamwork
• William DiSabitino - Integrity, Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Learning, Teamwork
• Mona Heern - Integrity, Community, Learning
• Taylor Hess - Shared Responsibility, Community, Learning
• Thomas Hilton - Shared Responsibility, Learning, Teamwork
• Lisa Hunt - Integrity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Teamwork
• Rachael Johnston (2 Nominations) - Integrity 2x, Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility 2x, Community 2x, Teamwork 2x
• Curtis Jones - Shared Responsibility, Teamwork
• Dominick Orchard - Shared Responsibility, Community, Teamwork
• Patrick Poole - Integrity, Shared Responsibility, Community
• Andrew Sant - Integrity, Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Learning, Teamwork
• Renata Schoen - Integrity, Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility, Community
• Bill Stanton - Integrity, Inclusivity, Community, Teamwork
• Berenice Vargas - Integrity, Inclusivity, Shared Responsibility, Community, Learning, Teamwork

Thank you to all of our nominees for the meaningful contributions you make to ISU. Your commitment to our students, colleagues, and campus community makes a difference every day. Know someone who exemplifies what it means to "Be a Bengal"? If you would like to nominate a colleague, please visit the website to submit a nomination today. Together, we'll continue building a university community that embraces our values, celebrates one another, and brings out the very best in our Bengal family. Thank you for being Bengals!