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Teleproduction staff among those honored at distinguished staff breakfast
Rebecca Moidel
Issue date: 11/2/06 Section: News
Originally published: 11/2/06 at 12:49 AM EST Last update: 11/2/06 at 12:49 AM EST
The ninth annual Distinguished Staff Recognition breakfast, held yesterday in the Student Center Ballroom, recognized several faculty for their contributions to the university in the past year. Among the recipients were Dan Tonelli and Dave McCoy, who received awards for their work in the university's teleproductions department.
Outstanding University Citizen
Dan Tonelli, manager of engineering in teleproductions, has worked for the university approximately 29 years. He and the teleproductions department work with TV2, Black Squirrel Radio and other video operations on campus, including the installation of camera operating systems in the counseling center at White Hall.
The staff also has the responsibility of developing faculty support-based systems, where faculty members are encouraged to use the video-based programming or check out equipment.
"We try to keep service in mind to do what people need," Tonelli said. "It's great because people learn from us. Also, if someone doesn't have something, we try to get them what they need."
A primary goal for Tonelli is to continue developing a strong work environment. He also has an on-going plan to develop a digital facility by phasing in high definition televisions to the teleproductions department. He said a serious problem the department faces is finding the money to get necessary equipment.
"Although our system is still high quality, I'd like to see a switch in the next couple years," he said. "Our department needs around $1.7 million. Our business is technology, and without the money there is no business." Overall, Tonelli said working with students is really what it's all about.
University Leadership
Dave McCoy, production manager of teleproductions, has worked closely with Tonelli for 10 years. As production manager, McCoy is responsible for Media Services and Design Solutions, both located in the library.
McCoy has worked for the university for 27 years teaching several classes in the school of Journalism and Mass Communication. He has developed his managing ability around respect, trust and believing in the learning process, he said.
Outstanding University Citizen
Dan Tonelli, manager of engineering in teleproductions, has worked for the university approximately 29 years. He and the teleproductions department work with TV2, Black Squirrel Radio and other video operations on campus, including the installation of camera operating systems in the counseling center at White Hall.
The staff also has the responsibility of developing faculty support-based systems, where faculty members are encouraged to use the video-based programming or check out equipment.
"We try to keep service in mind to do what people need," Tonelli said. "It's great because people learn from us. Also, if someone doesn't have something, we try to get them what they need."
A primary goal for Tonelli is to continue developing a strong work environment. He also has an on-going plan to develop a digital facility by phasing in high definition televisions to the teleproductions department. He said a serious problem the department faces is finding the money to get necessary equipment.
"Although our system is still high quality, I'd like to see a switch in the next couple years," he said. "Our department needs around $1.7 million. Our business is technology, and without the money there is no business." Overall, Tonelli said working with students is really what it's all about.
University Leadership
Dave McCoy, production manager of teleproductions, has worked closely with Tonelli for 10 years. As production manager, McCoy is responsible for Media Services and Design Solutions, both located in the library.
McCoy has worked for the university for 27 years teaching several classes in the school of Journalism and Mass Communication. He has developed his managing ability around respect, trust and believing in the learning process, he said.
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