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Governor’s Awards Governor’s Awards Spotlight the Potential of Individuals with Disabilities The Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association’s (PWDA’s) Governor’s Awards were presented at the 2015 PWDA Annual Employment, Training & Education Conference in Hershey, PA in May. The Governor’s Individual Achievement Award recognizes an individual who achieved greater independence as a result of their work and career. 2015 Recipient: Joshua Dean Josh was awarded the Individual Achievement Award for his determination, work ethic and high expectations for himself that helped him persevere through challenges to pursue and obtain a bachelor’s degree in business from Cairn University and employment as an associate claims processor with Highmark Blue Shield in Camp Hill, PA. OVR assisted Josh throughout his college and professional career pursuits, providing vocational counseling and access to driver evaluation and training, which led to Josh being able to obtain his driver’s license. Josh notes that “it was an extraordinary thing to be awarded the Governor’s Award. I am convinced that I could not be where I am today without the assistance of OVR. Even now, some days get difficult. But OVR has equipped me very well, and I know that I will be able to overcome these next challenges with great maneuverability.” The Governor’s Award for Employers Hiring Workers with Disabilities recognizes a business for their commitment to hire all talent in building a diversified workforce. 2015 Recipient: Saint Francis University Dining Services The Dining Services at Saint Francis University, one of the nation’s oldest Catholic universities, is an employer who believes in the potential of individuals with disabilities, as is demonstrated by their management staff’s commitment to hire and retain OVR customers. Currently, approximately half of Saint Francis University’s 40 Dining Services staff are prior or current OVR customers. Back row, left to right: Cathy Farr, BVRS Western Regional Manager; Lisa German, Altoona OVR Business Service Rep.; Rob Hodapp, Western Business Services and Outreach Specialist; and Ralph Roach, Business Services and Outreach Division Chief Front row, left to right: Colleen Woodring, Altoona OVR District Administrator; Joshua Dean, Governor’s Award Recipient; and David De Notaris, OVR Executive Director 10
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