I’m excited to announce our WHSCAB Star for this month – Lashundra Kirkland, Pre-Award Specialist in Research Administrative Services! Lashundra was nominated by Kelly Ferguson, and the nomination reads:

“I would like to take the opportunity to recognize Lashundra Kirkland, one of our pre-award team members who goes the extra mile. I really appreciate Lashundra’s willingness to step up and take on additional responsibilities in a leadership role for managing and supporting the day to day needs of the C&I pre-award team and our faculty groups when needed. Lashundra also participates in training committees and has volunteered to represent our RAS unit as one of the subject matter experts and trainers for other RAS units. Lashundra always approaches her duties with a strong work ethic and a smile. I have received several emails from faculty and staff offering kudos and praising her skills and her leadership style when she is asked to cover for me when I am out of the office. Lashundra is always thoroughly prepared to field the team’s questions, follow up and offer her expertise to meet the needs of staff and faculty to keep proposals on schedule. I am confident in Lashundra’s abilities to prioritize and resolve issues appropriately, professionally and in a timely manner.  Lashundra contributes to the overall success of our team and her efforts are very much appreciated! Many thanks Lashundra for your investment in the success of our RAS unit and Emory!”

Congratulations, Lashundra! You are truly a WHSCAB Star.

Thanks,

Wright Caughman

Executive V.P. for Health Affairs