Meet Rebecca Taylor, 2023 VSU Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff Honoree

Dr. Richard A. Carvajal, president of Valdosta State University, recently honored Rebecca Taylor with the 2023 Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff.

VALDOSTA — Dr. Richard A. Carvajal, president of Valdosta State University, recently honored Rebecca Taylor with the 2023 Presidential Excellence Award for Classified Staff.

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

Taylor joined the VSU staff in 1999 and currently serves as deputy chief officer of student support services, a role that requires her to oversee a number of areas within the Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs, including University Advising, Office of Testing, Student Success and Retention, and Access Office. She also volunteers as a campus advisor for the Kappa Delta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. and a campus advisor for the Black Student League. 

VSU: This award recognizes the high standards of service, initiative, reliability, professional attitude, exemplary job performance, and leadership of the university’s dedicated staff. What advice do you have for VSU’s fall graduates and young alumni who wish to demonstrate excellence in their current / future professional roles?

Taylor: As an employee at VSU for over 24 years I would have to say that being flexible and having a willingness to change are important and always be willing to provide exceptional service at all times. The ups and downs will occur, but it’s important to always keep a spirt of excellence for those we serve.