The Office of Human Resources & Affirmative Action announced its Workplace 2005 Staff Recognition Awards July 7. Laurita Thomas, associate vice president for human resources, presented the Distinguished Service Award to Valener Perry, College of Pharmacy assistant dean for student services (top photo, right). Katherine Bridges, associate vice president, Information Technology Central Services (top photo, left) received the Outstanding Leadership Award. (Photo by Paul Jaronski, U-M Photo Services). The School of Nursing Grants and Research Office received the Exemplary Team Award. Team members include, back row: Deanna Isaman, Chris Black, Betty Gadberry and Trina Luckett; front row: Jennifer Goodhue, Marni Arnett, Carolyn Sampselle and Karen McIlroy. (Photo courtesy Chris Black)