Southern Announces 2010 Employee of the Year

The 2010 Employee of the Year at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is Garnet Bolen, a campus service worker at the Williamson Campus. President Joanne Jaeger Tomblin presented her with the "Star" award along with a check for $200 following an employee luncheon held at the Logan Campus.

"Garnet is always thinking of ways to improve the surroundings of the college to meet the needs of students, faculty and staff. Her attention to detail exceeds the job description; and she always is willing to go above and beyond the call of duty," President Tomblin said.

Garnet is a 1971 graduate of the former Magnolia High School, which is now Matewan High School. She began her career at Southern in 1979 as a cook. Garnet comes from a large family and is the youngest of 10 children. She is an active member of the Living Water Church in Williamson where she helps with child care services.