Meet Cindy Oliver, November Classified Employee of the Month

Photo courtesy of: Classified SenateCindy Oliver (center holding certificate) was joined at her Employee of the Month presentation by her Zanesville Campus coworkers

Compass features a Q&A with the non-bargaining Classified Employee of the Month. Each month, Classified Senate selects an employee to acknowledge and recognize as someone who is setting high standards for excellence and innovation. The monthly feature, titled "Great Job," provides a glimpse into the honoree's life on and off campus.

How surprised were you to win the Employee of the Month award? I was very surprised.

What is your job title and how long have you worked it? My current job title is IT Specialist for the past three years. This June, I will have been with the university for 25 years.

What are the most enjoyable things about your job? My interaction with the students is what I love about this job.

What is your hometown and where do you live now? My hometown is New Concord, Ohio and I still live there.

What are your long-term goals? I’m looking forward to retiring and moving to Georgia to spend time with my grandkids.

What was the last good book you read? “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah

If you weren’t in your present job, you would be working as a ______? It would be something in health care. I like working with people.

What things in life are the most important to you? Family and friends

Where is your favorite vacation destination? The oceans -- they are so amazing to me.

What are your hobbies? I like reading, gardening, cooking and eating.

What is something that most people don’t know about you? I’m not always happy.

What are your favorite TV shows? ZNation and Doctor Who

Who are your favorite musicians? Eddie Vedder and Hank Williams Jr.

What is the big event you couldn't wait for? I couldn't wait for Christmas because I love the holidays.

Who are your favorite celebrities? Not into celebrities.

What is your favorite saying or quote? “Once you’ve tasted purpose you won’t be happy with just existing anymore"