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Month: July 2023

Fond Farewells to Ken Crosson and Jose Pavon

In the past couple of weeks, two key contributors to the FPCM team have departed for new adventures. Jose Pavon began his GW career before the pandemic as an appliance technician and eventually became a highly respected zone manager. He leaves us for a new role with the Architect of the Capitol. Meanwhile Ken Crosson ends a long, storied 26-year career at the university. After spending most of his time in Ross Hall, Ken joined the FPCM team at a critical moment during the pandemic and helped lead Zone 4 as an Assistant Director. He’ll be retiring nearby. Take a look below at pictures from their goodbye parties.

Join DSF at Nats Park!

Have you heard? DSF is on its way to see the Nats next month. FPCM, ABM, BIG, GWorld, and Resilience teamed up to give away two tickets to 23 lucky people. If you weren’t one of the folks who had fortune shine on them when we spun the wheel during All Hands, don’t worry! You can still participate.

Tickets are available for purchase and you can request to join us in section 141. FPCM AVP Baxter Goodly already has his! Come early to make sure you get a snazzy (and FREE) GW and Nats branded quarter-zip in your size. We hope to see you there!

And congrats to the winners below!

Anny Lin, Bertha Alvarenga, Brenda Perez, Courtland Newell, Crystal Brown, Darrell Martin, Donald Gibson, Foster Opoku, Harvey Hoody, Jacob Del Rosario, Jason Kinikin, Joura Hyatt, Karina Bejarano, Kate Asumadu, Kelvin Jackson, Kenneth Paige, Michael Mason, Reggie Bush, Reid Davis, Robert Davis, Rodney Totten, Sultan Karimi, Tyrone Powell

Five Star FixIt Reviews for 7/21/23

We’re taking a moment to shine a spotlight on this weeks Kudos Recipients!

  • Roger White for scheduling e-cycle pickup at Enterprise Hall: “Roger White was super helpful in scheduling the ecycle pick up. His team was efficient and diligent in loading a very large order of IT equipment from the VSTC data center.”
  • Jose Guzman for taking care of a broken window at District House: “He did a great job, finished the job quick and was very polite and careful with everything!”
  • Jose Melgar for restoring water pressure to the bathroom sink at International House: “It took less than 5 minutes and the technician was so kind! He was very polite as to not step on our bathroom mat which I really appreciated. Our request was also answered within less than 24 hours and that was amazing.”
  • Roderick Garrett Jr for replacing interior lights as well as fridge lights at Shenkman Hall: “The person who helped with our issue was fantastic! I put in the request the night before and he changed the lights before the afternoon the following day. Very nice & fast & professional.”
  • Julio Martinez received several Kudos for providing multiple cubicle signs for Support Building: “The turnaround time was fast –Thanks!”
  • Debebe Demeke and Nelson Ventura for fixing the washing machine at Dakota Hall: “I really appreciate your guys’ work fixing the laundry machine. I know it took several visits, but I appreciate all the help!!”
  • Donnell Gay for fixing the thermostat at District House: “Thanks for the advice.”
  • Tim Lindsey, Souk Vongs and Raymond Wallace for providing event support at Enterprise Hall: “Huge help – thank you.”
  • Carl Bryant and Brian Johnson for e-cycle pickup at Science and Engineering Hall: “The work was completed really quickly! Thank you for your prompt response!”
  • Adolfo Palacios for fulfilling keys request at 1922 F St: “Thank you so so much to the Facilities Team!!! Despite the known heavy workload, attentive to the urgent need and specifics, the dispatcher and the locksmiths took care of us in the best way possible. I deeply appreciate the work, and extend the gratitude from the PSYD Leadership and Center Clinic personnel!”

Five Star FixIt Reviews for 7/7/23

Five Star FixIt Reviews is back and we can’t wait to shine a light on our Facilities staff for all the outstanding work they do. Each week, we’ll be posting a new round of kudos straight from our FixIt customers. A round of applause is in order for this week’s group!

  • Jeffery Kinard and William Vigil for fixing the toilet at West Hall: “The two men who fixed my toilet were very kind and quick! They did a great job!”
  • Kevin Ngamakoua for warming up a room at Gelman: “We know you all got a lot on your plate so thanks for taking time to come out here and fix these issue for us.”
  • Maurice Stewart for the speedy window screen replacement at Somers Hall: “It was very timely! I am very grateful for their assistance.”
  • Larry Broaddus for fixing the water temperature at South Hall: “He was patient and explained what was going on to me.”
  • Nestor Fuentes for unclogging the sinks at Shenkman Hall: “Very fast response. Thanks.”
  • John Adams for replacing the interior lights at Support Building: “Friendly and attentive service!”
  • Kevin Thomas for fixing a closet door at Support Building: “Kevin listens and understands the whole problem before he starts to fix things. He doesn’t just assume what is needed. He’s the BEST.”
  • William Cobey and Michael Graham for replacing the lights at Corcoran Gallery: “Quick and courteous service!”
  • Jimmy Thrower for fixing the toilet paper holder at District House: “the request was fulfilled within a day or two which is great timing, and the toilet paper holder feels a lot more secure than before, thank you!!!”
  • Jodien Gordan for unclogging a sink drain at Cole Hall: “Very nice technician.”

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