Excellence in Unclassified Staff Service
Mr. Lee Lind
Excellence in Unclassified Staff Service
Mr. Lee Lind
Director of Student Publications
When someone discovers their passion, it creates pride; but when
their pride in Southeastern becomes their passion, it creates
excellence.
This passion for Southeastern has been a driving force in Lee
Lind, director of Student Publications, this year’s recipient
of the President’s Award for Excellence in Service for
Unclassified Staff.
“I was very surprised and honored, as well as humbled,
to learn that I had been nominated for this prestigious
award,” said Lind. “During my time here at Southeastern
I have had the pleasure of working with several previous
recipients’ of the award. To be considered for inclusion in
this group is an honor in itself.”
The award is given to a member of the Southeastern staff who
has demonstrated high levels of commitment to service to the
university by serving on committees, participation in student
recruiting and retention, sponsorship of student organizations,
participation in campus seminars, and service to the community.
“Mr. Lind knows the importance of projects that bring
the university and community together,” says Alumni
Association Director Kathy Pittman. “He is one of those
silent leaders who works tirelessly to get the job completed,
expecting nothing in return but deserving recognition.”
Lind earned his undergraduate degree in business management,
as well as his master’s of business administration from
Southeastern and has been working for university publications since
1997. Starting as a student writer for the Lion’s Roar, he
was appointed the coordinator of Student Publications and in 2007
was named to his current position.
“My job as director goes far beyond simply acting as a
department head, advisor, or educator,” Lind said.
“Helping a student produce a quality publication, win an
award, or learn about some practical, real-world skill is the
greater sense of pride I take in my work. When I can help generate
positive outcomes in the community while doing the job I love, that
is a reward that exceeds all others.”
Lind has been an advocate for student publications for years
and has lobbied to raise the profile of the department both within
and outside of the university. This has allowed him to modernize
aging technology and software, recruit more students, and provide a
more hands-on learning environment. He has also generated new
opportunities for students through internships, collaboration with
other departments, and in partnerships with outside industry.
“The opportunities, experiences, and success I have
enjoyed at Southeastern would not have been possible without the
students, faculty, staff and mentors who helped me throughout the
years,” said Lind. “I hope that through my service to
the university and the community I can do the same.”
Lind was nominated for the award by Milas Love IV, director
of Student Conduct, for his involvement with the community and
services rendered to the university.
“I have known Lee for about five years and during this
time we have become kindred spirits,” says Love. “What
inspires me most about him is his dedication to the university, to
his profession and to the students he trains and mentors. To say
that Lee exceeds the expectations of this award is an
understatement.”
Love is not alone in his opinion of Lind; many others backed
the nomination with glowing reviews.
“Not only is Lee dependable, responsible, and a hard
worker, he strives for excellence in all that he does,” said
Barbara Hebert, director of the University Counseling Center.
“It is my firm belief that he is a tremendous asset to
Southeastern. He possesses the qualities and attributes, as well as
a firm commitment to service.”
Lind wants to ensure a high standard in a job he enjoys so
much. Without seeking the spotlight for his personal endeavors, he
continues to be actively involved with Southeastern and in the
community, providing support for many local events and causes. His
pride in Southeastern has become his passion.”
“As long as the individual, program, service, or event
has improved from the last step taken, we are moving
forward,” said Lind. “We must be proud of that and use
it to go even further.”
