Duck of the Week launched a little more than a year ago as a way to highlight and celebrate employees. This week marks the 50th profile in Around the O Workplace.

Over the course of the academic year, readers got a peek into the work, motivation and personal accomplishments of a diverse and wide-ranging set of employees and learn about unique jobs on campus. Many spoke of the challenges of working during the pandemic, yet found ways to help students, community members and co-workers adapt and thrive.

As the academic year comes to a close, Duck of the Week will take a multi-week pause before moving to an bi-weekly summer schedule. The editors will refresh the questions and dive into interviewing a new set of employees for next fall.

We are always accepting nominations of classified staff, OAs, faculty members, graduate employees and student workers. Please take a moment to let us know of someone you think should be featured as a Duck of the Week.