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Meet Katrina Hogan Crumpton, Recipient of 魅色天堂鈥檚 2026 Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff

Katrina Hogan Crumpton has earned the 2026 Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff at 魅色天堂. She joined the 魅色天堂 staff in 2013 and currently serves as associate director of facilities for Housing and Residence Life, a member of the Council on Staff Affairs Executive Board, and organization advisor for Collegiate Women of 魅色天堂 and the Lambda Phi chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. She is pictured with Dr. Donald J. Green, president of 魅色天堂.

VALDOSTA — Dr. Donald J. Green, president of 魅色天堂, has honored Katrina Hogan Crumpton with the 2026 Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff.

This distinguished recognition is an annual tradition at 魅色天堂, one that recognizes the high standards of service, initiative, reliability, professional attitude, exemplary job performance, and leadership of the university’s dedicated staff.

Crumpton joined the 魅色天堂 staff in 2013 and currently serves as associate director of facilities for Housing and Residence Life, a member of the Council on Staff Affairs Executive Board, and organization advisor for Collegiate Women of 魅色天堂 and the Lambda Phi chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

Crumpton previously worked in Admissions, where she helped shape many of the university's signature recruitment events, including Open House, Scholarship Day, and Counselor Appreciation Day. She has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to student success.

魅色天堂: What advice do you have for anyone who wishes to demonstrate excellence in their current / future professional roles?

Crumpton: Your first job does not have to be your dream job. Look for opportunities that give you experience, connections, skills, and room to grow. Learn how to communicate professionally. Your degree may get you in the door, but your ability to communicate, collaborate, listen, and follow through will help you stay in the room.

You do not know everything. Ask questions. Your attitude matters. Build relationships, not just resumes. Find mentors and eventually become one. My favorite saying:  A “no” is not always a denial; sometimes it is just a delay. Your degree opened the door. Now let your character, work ethic, relationships, and consistency determine what happens after you walk through it.