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UNC Asheville Athletics Announces Annual Staff Awards

06.26.2024 | General, Athletics News

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – This past Friday, Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone announced several staff award winners at a luncheon hosted by Moe's Southwest Grill. 

"The opportunity to honor and celebrate our coaches and athletics staff for their hard work and dedication to the department is so rewarding," said Cone. "The individuals who received awards this year truly embody what it means to be a Bulldog, and I'm proud to have them represent our department and am thankful for their positive impact on our student-athletes." 

Servant Leadership Award: Dr. Laura Jones, Coordinator of Bulldog Mental Health Services
Dedication Award: Dani Nicosia, Assistant Athletic Director for Digital and Creative Branding
Excellence Award: Lise Gregory, Head Women's Tennis Coach
Inclusion Award: Colin Smith, Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

This is the second year the athletics department has presented its staff and coaches with an annual awards luncheon. The awards align with the Bulldogs' strategic plan, Dream Bigger. Achieve More. and specifically, with the department's desire to create a culture of distinction.

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