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Besides committee involvement, Horner brings spirit to many campus events. He is known to put on a pair of high-heels for \u201cWalk a Mile In Her Shoes\u201d which is a mile-long walk to raise awareness about domestic violence.<\/p>\n
\u201cI love being able to interact and educate the community at the different events.\u201d Horner said.<\/p>\n
Amanda Allee, director of student and judicial affairs, Office of the Dean of Students nominated Horner for the award, saying, \u201cSteve is collaborative, student focused, and dedicated to building inclusive, enriching environments for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n
Allee can count on him to be there for a morale boost \u2013 whether that be a smile, joke, words of encouragement, or when all else fails, a piece of candy.<\/p>\n
Horner regularly interacts with students in order to make their lives better. Whether it is a roommate conflict or advice for the resident assistant, Horner is there to help.<\/p>\n
Horner is a two-time alumni and 12-year (part-time and full-time) UCCS employee. Ralph Giese, director, Residence Life and Housing, said:\u00a0\u201cSteve is dedicated to serving this university like no other person I know. I think of him as our campus sponge, he has been around to soak up knowledge, history, experiences and can fit in anywhere!\u201d<\/p>\n
Horner enjoys the close-knit campus community. He often volunteers with commencement, saying \u201cIt\u2019s awesome being able to see the students grow from move-in date all the way to graduation.\u201d<\/p>\n
Christopher Mellott, residence hall manager, Office of Residence Life and Housing, said:\u00a0 \u201cSteve is the oil that keeps our office moving, he brings excellent work, a supportive personality, as well as a sense of humor that would go unrivaled in most comedy clubs.\u201d<\/p>\n
Horner will receive a certificate, day of administrative leave, $100 stipend, three months of free and reserved campus parking and a $40 voucher at the UCCS Bookstore.<\/p>\n
Want to nominate someone you know who makes a difference on campus? Visit http:\/\/www.uccs.edu\/staff\/employee-awards\/employee-of-the-quarter.html<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"