Please join us in congratulating the winner of the 2023 PHD Support Staff Unit Recognition Award. Chad Shultz, B.S. Research Assistant III, Grand Rapids Research Center, Bachmann Lab This award was earned through Chad’s continued contributions to the Grand Rapids Research team, Bachmann Lab as well as to the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development. Chad's contributions extend beyond his technical skills as a Research Assistant III; he is a responsible and reliable colleague, someone whom you can always depend upon. He is the primary contact person for all research-related matters in the Bachmann laboratory and as such bears great responsibilities. He handles multiple projects, keeping excellent track record of research progress and maintaining all standard operating procedures in the laboratory. Chad has outstanding interpersonal skills and working relationships; he is loyal, highly dependable, pro-active and is always respectful. Congratulations on this very outstanding recognition! We would also like to congratulate the other nominee of the Support Staff Unit Recognition Award, Theresa Daggett, whose dedication, teamwork, and positive attitude improved her division and the whole department.