Nominated by Kristen Russell
We all know that one person we go to when we have a question or need something done administratively, our go-to person who we know we can count on and trust to get what is needed done or at the very least guide us to the next step we need to take. That go-to person for me and many, if not all, of my department colleagues is none other than Chris Calender. He has been at Duke long enough to know the when, how, where and who of not only our department, but the institution for the most part. Institutional knowledge is more important than most people realize and I so appreciate that about Chris. He is always willing to help and provide support, no matter what is going on. He is behind the scenes of so much of what make our department function and I just want to acknowledge that I see and appreciate him. You’re the best Chris. Heaven help us when you eventually retire.
