Employees of the Month

I’ve known Ashley Lison for as long as just about every single member of the team here at the Office of Spiritual Development (OSD). Ashley joined the team just a few weeks after I did in 2015. Since then, she has become one of the most trusted and invaluable colleagues I’ve ever had the privilege of working with. In her role as Executive Director of LU Stages, she is the core linchpin behind Convocation and Campus Community. Without her and the team she diligently leads, the excellence in which those two events are conducted would not happen. She’s a great leader and an even better person, and I’m immensely grateful to call her both a friend and colleague. - Josh Rutledge, Vice President of Spiritual Development

Brian has served as an Academic Evaluator in the Registrar’s Office for over 3 years. He goes above and beyond to serve our graduate and doctoral students, making sure they know what is needed for degree completion. Brian often gives extra support and assistance to his students, helping them with questions they may have instead of bouncing them from department to department. He is a team player and is willing to help his teammates with questions or difficult situations. We are thankful to have him on our team! Congrats, Brian!

Olivia Espinel has been a project coordinator with the Marketing Department’s athletics team for nearly two years. In that time, she has proven herself to be both dedicated to her team and to excellence in her work. She has become a go-to person for her colleagues and is known for her attention to detail and organizational skills. Beyond her professional excellence, Olivia’s care for her colleagues truly helps her to stand out as a Champion for Christ. Thank you, Olivia, for your hard work and dedication each and every day!

I am honored to nominate Amanda Hallahan, Associate Director of Resident Enrollment, for Employee of the Month. With over 15 years of dedicated service to Liberty University, Amanda consistently exemplifies excellence in leadership and teamwork. She manages our team of recruiters with professionalism and care, ensuring that schedules are efficiently coordinated and our presence at recruitment events remains strong. Amanda’s commitment to serving both our staff and prospective students reflects her deep passion for Liberty’s mission and her unwavering work ethic. She is an invaluable asset to our department and a true example of servant leadership.

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month! Rebakah has gone above and beyond in her role, consistently demonstrating dedication, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude that uplifts the entire team. Her attention to detail, willingness to help others, and commitment to excellence have not gone unnoticed. We truly appreciate her hard work and are proud to recognize her outstanding contributions this month and always!

Todd has been a dedicated member of Liberty University for over 14 years, exemplifying excellence, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to improving our operational systems. He played a key role in the restructuring of SchoolDude and most recently led the successful development and launch of the new Asset Essentials Service Request system. Todd’s leadership, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit have greatly enhanced service delivery and efficiency. We are deeply grateful for his outstanding contributions and dedication.

Dennis exemplifies the values that define Liberty University. His life reflects an unwavering commitment to honoring God—evident through his words, his work ethic, and his care for others. He leads with humility, prioritizes people, and builds genuine connections with students and colleagues. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Dennis and his wife relocated from New York to be closer to family. His deep love for Liberty and its mission of Training Champions for Christ shines in all he does. We are truly grateful for his faithful example.

Kim has been with Planned Giving for just over three years, having previously worked in two different departments within Liberty. Throughout her time with us, she has consistently excelled in all tasks assigned to her. Kim exemplifies what it means to be a team player. Her smile and "can do" attitude makes her a joy to work alongside. She willingly takes on additional tasks and responsibilities, skillfully multitasking across multiple positions with expertise. Kim interacts with both our donors and co-workers with a genuine loving spirit of concern for their wellbeing. We are honored to have her knowledge and enthusiasm as a vital part of our Planned Giving team.

Since joining the Grounds Department in January 2025, Eric has been a true asset to the team. His hard work, positive attitude, and leadership quickly stood out, earning him a promotion to Team Lead in just ten months. Eric and his wife of 15 years have three wonderful daughters, ages 13, 10, and 7. When he’s not at work, you’ll often find him on the softball field coaching youth and LCA teams or enjoying time outdoors hunting. We’re so thankful for Eric’s dedication and the great energy he brings to the Landscape team every day.