Two student employers were honored at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point last week as part of Student Employment Week.

Cindy Engstrom, director of the University Store, was named on-campus Employer of the Year and Shannon McKinley of Aurora Residential Alternatives, Inc. was named off-campus Employer of the Year.

Engstrom, Stevens Point, was nominated by Jade Vossekuil of Brandon, a sophomore elementary education major who works in the store.

"Cindy has greatly helped me see many of the qualities it takes to be a leader," said Vossekuil. "She does everything she can to help students work to the best of their potential."

Vossekuil added that Engstrom promotes a cheerful and caring attitude as well as creativity and teamwork, giving students the opportunity to learn skills that prepare them for life after college.

McKinley, Stevens Point, was nominated by Amanda Bodoh of White Lake. A senior elementary education major, Bodoh cares for disabled adults in their home under McKinley�s supervision.

"Shannon motivates each and every employee to be the best that they can be," said Bodoh. "Her positive attitude and willingness to try new and creative ideas is contagious."

McKinley coordinates staff development seminars and treats her employees as valuable assets, said Bodoh, and makes her employees feel like what they are doing is making a difference in other people�s lives.

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