Nancy Rush has been a dedicated member of the UVA School of Medicine since 1999 and has served as the assistant to the chair of her department since 2005. Her role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities that she executes with exceptional dedication and professionalism, making her an invaluable asset to the department and the broader UVA community.
Highlights of Nancy’s contributions include:
- Departmental Leadership: Manages daily operations, including the chair’s schedule, travel arrangements, equipment maintenance, research space upkeep, and departmental events such as retreats and seminars.
- Support During Growth: Handles onboarding for new faculty and staff, coordinates lab renovations, and oversees the procurement of major equipment, ensuring seamless integration during a time of significant departmental expansion.
- Advocacy and Innovation: Champions initiatives for post-doctoral researchers by increasing visibility of recognition events and advancing sustainability by spearheading the Green Lab Certification process across the department.
- Exemplary Service: Serves as a primary point of contact for new hires, faculty, and research staff, offering guidance on UVA processes, facilities, and resources, far exceeding her formal duties.
Nancy Rush is the cornerstone of her department, embodying UVA’s ASPIRE values through her accountability, stewardship, professionalism, and respect for all. Her dedication to fostering a welcoming and efficient work environment, alongside her innovative contributions to departmental operations, makes her highly deserving of recognition. Her tireless efforts and positive impact truly exemplify the spirit of the Leonard W. Sandridge Outstanding Contributor Award.
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