Employee of the Month

The Staff Council would like to recognize the outstanding contributions made by our staff members each day. It is our goal to choose one full- or part-time employee each month to celebrate as someone who is positively impacting our campus community. This person should be someone who works hard to support the University, someone who has added to the campus community in some way, and someone with whom others enjoy working.

Employee of the Month

Bo McClendon, Senior Charitable Giving Officer, was selected as the February 2025 Staff Council Employee of the Month.

Nominators spoke about Bo’s dedication to teamwork, service to others, and his commitment to Valparaiso University:

Bo exemplifies this by serving as a mentor to new gift officers at Valpo. He has gone above and beyond to ensure they quickly gain a deep understanding of the university’s mission, donor community, and fundraising priorities. Through his guidance, new team members learn how to effectively engage with donors and future supporters, building strong relationships that advance Valpo’s philanthropic efforts. His willingness to share knowledge, provide insights, and foster collaboration helps create a supportive and high-performing advancement team.

Bo’s commitment for Valpo shines through in everything he does. As both an alum and an employee, he’s deeply invested in the university’s success and future. Whether he’s helping new gift officers find their footing, building strong relationships with donors, or sharing his knowledge and passion for Valpo, Bo goes the extra mile. His dedication isn’t just about doing his job—it’s about giving back to a place that means so much to him and helping ensure it continues to thrive for years to come.

Thank you Bo for your awesome work!

Congratulations to Past Employee of the Month winners!

We are so thankful to have you on our University Team!