TULSA, OK. (Feb. 15, 2011) -- University of Phoenix will recognize David Patterson as the 2011 Faculty Member of the Year and Lindsay Plott-Buckner as the 2011 Student of the Year at graduation ceremonies Saturday, Feb. 20 at the John Q. Hammons Multi Purpose Activity Center (UMAC) in Tulsa. Tulsa Police Chief Chuck Jordan will be the keynote speaker.
David Patterson, Human Resources Director for Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic, earned a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from The University of Oklahoma and a Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from University of Tulsa. He has taught at University of Phoenix since 2000. "Our students are privileged to have faculty of Mr. Patterson's wide range of experience. He understands that our students balance professional, personal and educational responsibilities and is always ready with a smile and encouragement to inspire them to achieve their highest potential," said Lori Santiago, State Vice President, Director of Oklahoma Campuses.
Lindsay Plott-Buckner began pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Human Services Management in 2005. Plott-Buckner serves as marketing manager for Buckner Media in Broken Arrow and volunteers as vice president of marketing for the Northeast Oklahoma Chapter of the American Society for Training and Development. She is an experienced copywriter for both new and traditional media and a savvy promoter, helping clients develop a clear vision for their marketing messages. "I wanted to complete my degree so I could combine my passion for serving people with a desire to support causes that enrich lives and strengthen communities," Plott-Buckner says. "Lindsay Plott-Buckner exemplifies the standard of a University of Phoenix graduate. She was chosen as 'Student of the Year' because she stands out in her educational accomplishments and is clearly a leader in whatever she undertakes. Without exception, her instructors noted commitment to her studies and enthusiasm for learning that motivated classmates and enhanced the learning environment," Santiago said.
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