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AFGO Honored with Duke Presidential Award
3/31/2022 11:24:00 AM | Athletics
DURHAM - Duke's Athletic Facilities, Game Operations, Championships and Events (AFGO) department has been honored as a 2021-22 Duke Presidential Award winner.Â
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The AFGO team of 11 was central to the planning and execution of the COVID-19 safety protocols that protected student-athletes, coaches, staff and fans. They supplied and administered more than 150,000 COVID-19 tests to staff, coaches and student-athletes. They also oversaw the roughly 200 varsity athletic game days and 50 campus and outdoor events which occurred in 2021.
"The AFGO department's work ethic, desire to serve, and ability to troubleshoot issues are testaments to the character of the department," Vice President and Director of Athletics Nina King said in the nomination. "AFGO team members can solve a diverse set of issues, and bring enthusiasm and industriousness to every event, embodying Duke's values and making them excellent ambassadors for the university."
These individuals and groups are prime examples of the dedication, resilience and creativity that allowed Duke University and Duke University Health System to continue to teach, discover, heal, learn and serve during the COVID pandemic.
The awards, organized by the Office of the President in partnership with Duke Human Resources, honor individuals and teams from the University and Health System who best demonstrate the values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery and excellence, which define and shape Duke as an institution.
"I am thrilled to recognize this extraordinary group of staff and faculty with the Presidential Award, our highest honor for service and excellence," said Duke University President Vincent E. Price. "The individual and team honorees—who were selected from nominations across the university and health system communities—demonstrate a commitment to Duke's values and the qualities that make this such a special place to work. I am particularly grateful to the Presidential Awards Committee, which has dedicated a great deal of time and attention to making these important recognitions possible."Â
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The AFGO team of 11 was central to the planning and execution of the COVID-19 safety protocols that protected student-athletes, coaches, staff and fans. They supplied and administered more than 150,000 COVID-19 tests to staff, coaches and student-athletes. They also oversaw the roughly 200 varsity athletic game days and 50 campus and outdoor events which occurred in 2021.
"The AFGO department's work ethic, desire to serve, and ability to troubleshoot issues are testaments to the character of the department," Vice President and Director of Athletics Nina King said in the nomination. "AFGO team members can solve a diverse set of issues, and bring enthusiasm and industriousness to every event, embodying Duke's values and making them excellent ambassadors for the university."
These individuals and groups are prime examples of the dedication, resilience and creativity that allowed Duke University and Duke University Health System to continue to teach, discover, heal, learn and serve during the COVID pandemic.
The awards, organized by the Office of the President in partnership with Duke Human Resources, honor individuals and teams from the University and Health System who best demonstrate the values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery and excellence, which define and shape Duke as an institution.
"I am thrilled to recognize this extraordinary group of staff and faculty with the Presidential Award, our highest honor for service and excellence," said Duke University President Vincent E. Price. "The individual and team honorees—who were selected from nominations across the university and health system communities—demonstrate a commitment to Duke's values and the qualities that make this such a special place to work. I am particularly grateful to the Presidential Awards Committee, which has dedicated a great deal of time and attention to making these important recognitions possible."Â
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