Please join us Friday, March 3rd to celebrate the
2017 Service of Excellence Award Recipients
Education for Tomorrow Alliance (EfTA), Patti Rivela, Vickie McMillan, Suzana Bell and Dr. Sally Shu
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EfTA is being honored for Education and their long-standing dedication to connecting the business and education communities in Montgomery County. EfTA was created in 1989 as a project of the The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce and local science and technology professionals who wanted to encourage the next generation of workers, especially in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The organization uses innovative programs focused on science, technology and career preparation to connect business with local educators, mentor today's students for tomorrow's workplace and engage community volunteers to inspire youth for success.
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Patti Rivela is chosen for Youth because of her commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of children and teenagers through Montgomery County Youth Services (MCYS). She began volunteering her time with MCYS in 2007. Since then, she has chaired numerous committees and events and also joined the MCYS Board of Directors. She was awarded the Women of Distinction Award by MCYS in 2013 and she and her husband, Lucian, were the honorees in 2015 at the MCYS Woodlands Masquerade Gala. Patti also provides weekly art classes and portrait drawings for women and children at the Montgomery County Women's Center. In addition to her work with MCYS, Patti has worked with many other local area charities, serving as the chair of the annual Panther Creek Inspiration Ranch Denim & Diamonds Gala, founding the "Tea on the Lawn" for New Danville, and was the co-chair for Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands "In the Pink of Health" Luncheon.
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Vickie McMillan is being recognized in the category of Fine Arts for the remarkable artwork she has created for many local and national exhibits. Her award-winning paintings have been displayed in both art museums and fine art galleries throughout the country and are included in numerous corporate and private collections. She is a donor and active lifetime member of many organizations who raise funds to protect our parks, land and animals while promoting and educating wildlife conservation. Not only are her works of art in-demand among discriminating collectors of fine art, but also her large wildlife and nature paintings have become popular for corporate buildings. Her latest installation involved two large murals for the new Texas Children's Hospital, The Woodlands and a collaborative mural to be installed in the new Walmart located at Creekside Park in The Woodlands. This mural will be the first creative piece of art to be installed at a Walmart store across the United States.
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Suzana Bell is the Five Who Share recipient for Seniors. Suzana grew up in Venezuela and has lived in many countries throughout her life.
While living in Scotland, she volunteered with the women's shelter, in France with the English Language Library for the Blind, in Venezuela with the Children of the Streets and with AIDS patients. Upon returning to the United States, she volunteered at the hospital in Arlington, TX and moved to The Woodlands in 2001. She is currently a volunteer driver for the Senior Transportation Program at Interfaith of The Woodlands. She participates in the Adopt-A-Senior program and enjoys volunteering at many senior events in addition to volunteering as a CASA child advocate, which she has done for the last several years.
She has been a volunteer with older adults for over 15 years. Suzana is a natural caregiver who believes in giving back to her community.
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The honoree for Health is Dr. Sally Shu. Dr. Shu is a retired physician who dedicates her time to providing care for the uninsured in Montgomery County at Interfaith Community Clinic. She attends medical seminars around the country to increase her knowledge and stay up-to-date on the most current information to better assist her patients. Dr. Shu also volunteers on medical missions all around the world and helps organize medical equipment and supplies to provide for countries in need.
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