Amanda Vasko Named KU Employee of the Month for December 2025
KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Congratulations to Amanda Vasko, fiscal technician, Accounts Payable, on being named Kutztown University Employee of the Month for December 2025.
Vasko's nomination came from several individuals, which can be read below.
Patricia Brenner, Counselor Education and Student Affairs
"Amanda consistently demonstrates exceptional patience and understanding in every interaction. Her kind, caring and considerate approach creates a welcoming and supportive environment for colleagues and staff alike. Whenever issues arise with the travel management system, she responds promptly and professionally, ensuring timely resolutions and reducing stress for everyone involved. Her reliability and responsiveness make her an invaluable resource to our university.
Beyond her day-to-day responsibilities, she truly exemplifies the purpose and spirit of KU through her commitment to collaboration, mentorship and intentional working relationships. She actively fosters connections, supports others in their growth and contributes to a culture rooted in respect and shared success. Her dedication not only strengthens our university but also reflects the core values that define our community."
Albert Fu, Society, History, and Culture
"Many faculty have noted how Amanda is essential in helping us navigate the EMS Travel Management system. Without her, a major part of our job (scholarly growth) would not be possible. I can't imagine the number of emails she gets from all of us, yet she is amazing at helping us through the process."
Joanne Cohen, Counselor Education and Student Affairs
"Faculty members seeking support for scholarly research and professional development at Kutztown University and PASSHE receive assistance from two individuals who stand out as crucial facilitators of faculty professional development achievements, one of whom is Amanda. Amanda provides ongoing, expert, behind-the-scenes instruction and guidance to faculty to enable faculty to navigate scholarly research application and reimbursement processes. These processes are extensive and consist of multiple components, including uploading documents and evidence files such as programs and acceptance letters, summaries and photos of work, current certifications, other needed documentation, proper formatting, uploading, obtaining signatures, calculating a budget, etc. These processes sometimes feel cumbersome to faculty. Due to Amanda's help, the red tape does not have to impede the professional development enterprise. Amanda makes the grind smooth, manageable and bearable. She is consistently and immediately available, promptly responds to questions and without exception, she shows support, sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of faculty. She can be available to help faculty identify sources of funding and required documents to achieve professional development ends."
Nominations are collected from students, faculty and staff, and the Employee of the Month is selected by the Human Resources Advisory Council. A winner will be selected each month, and out of the 12 monthly winners one will be selected as Employee of the Year. The Employee of the Month will receive a plaque, reserved parking and a monetary gift.
For more information on the award or to nominate someone, please visit the KU human resources website.