SEVERAL STAFF MEMBERS at Missouri State University-West Plains were recognized for their years of service to the university during the annual Employee Recognition Luncheon Jan. 19 at the West Plains Civic Center. Awards are handed out annually to university employees who have reached one of the five-year milestones of service to the Missouri State University System. The honorees were congratulated by Missouri State-West Plains Chancellor Drew Bennett and Missouri State University System President Clif Smart. Front row from left, Kileene Collins (5 years), Karen Pecsok (15 years), Jill Stephens (10 years), Erica Puckett (5 years), Alexandra Graham (10 years), and Smart. Back row: Bennett (10 years), Paula Wiedemann (20 years), Charlene Murrell (15 years), Scott Schneider (5 years) and Dr. Dennis Lancaster (25 years). Also recognized for service were Susan Turner (5 years) and Dana Racer (15 years). (Missouri State-West Plains Photo)