The UAB Division of Student Affairs has many exceptional staff members who serve our students with professionalism, kindness, and integrity. Each month, based on a pool of nominations, the Professional Development Committee announces the Employee of the Month.

The May Employee of the Month is Annie N. Sellers the VA certifying official for UAB Veterans Services. Her excellent work ethic and commitment to UAB students make her a staffer to be celebrated.

What nominators said about Annie N. Sellers

In the two years I have known Annie Sellers she has proven to be one of the most deserving in our division to be celebrated. She is more than just a VA certifying official. More often than not, she is a mentor and guiding figure for veteran students, one of their fiercest advocators, and is always searching for ways that she can help each student succeed in their personal, academic and professional goals.

She is collaborative with other departments, reaching out to SAMAC, SMDP, and channels across the university to ensure that veteran students have everything they need to succeed.

Annie is the epitome of excellence. Serving as a role model for her students, division and colleagues as well. Her years of experience are inspiring, her personality lifts everyone in the room, and the lives she touches are forever changed. Not only does she certify student veterans and their dependents, but she also helps them discover benefits, helps them when they face a crisis, and points them toward resources on campus that can help them succeed.

The health and well-being of her students is her priority. Together, we have discussed a collaboration with Student Counseling Services as an extension of their 'get help now' webpage but specifically geared towards our veteran population. Her dedication is moving, inspiring, and integral to the division's mission and creed.