Staff Shout-Out Spotlight: Katie Schalmo
July Staff Shout-Out Recipient
Director of Scholarships | University Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Congratulations to Katie Schalmo, our July Staff Shout-Out recipient!
Katie’s Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ story began when she arrived as a student in 2003—and she has been part of the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ community ever since! She began her professional career at the university as a Graduate Assistant in May 2008 and transitioned to a full-time position in July 2012. Today, Katie serves as the Director of Scholarships in the University Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Katie was nominated for the positive and supportive environment she creates for those around her. Her nominator, a former member of her team, shared that one of the hardest parts about leaving the department was leaving such an exceptional supervisor. Katie was described as someone who makes employees feel valued and respected and who approaches even challenging situations with a calm, optimistic, and solution-focused attitude.
Her nominator also highlighted Katie’s ability to truly listen to her staff, recognize their strengths, celebrate their accomplishments, and provide support when challenges arise. Through her empathy, integrity, and professionalism, Katie has made a lasting impact on the people she supervises and helped create a workplace where teamwork and encouragement are a priority.
Some of Katie’s favorite Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ memories include Halloween dress-up parties and contests in her office, along with work trips and the memories she has made with colleagues over the years. Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ also holds a special place in her personal life—she met her husband here! They have been married for 15 years this October and have two children and a goldendoodle.
Outside of work, Katie enjoys gardening, shopping, decorating, and taking trips to Florida with her family.
From arriving as a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ student more than 20 years ago to becoming a leader who has had such a meaningful impact on her staff, Katie’s story reflects the relationships and connections that make the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ community special.
Congratulations, Katie, and thank you for the positive impact you continue to make at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹!
