Lights! Camera! Ashley!

Please welcome Ashley Napodano to the Barrett Marketing Team as our new Communications and Multimedia Specialist. On Monday, June 9, she will join Tiffany Woodruff-Mayer’s team in the Vista office space.

With more than a decade of experience in video production and writing, Ashley will bring a fresh perspective to sharing Barrett’s stories, highlighting our students, faculty, and programs.

Most recently, Ashley was Senior Video Editor at Isagenix Worldwide, where she wrote and produced a range of content—from dynamic social media posts to engaging videos—and collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to craft messages that resonate. Prior to that, she produced commercials, event videos, training and educational videos, and digital media for GoDaddy and Resolutions Media Group. Ashley is a gifted storyteller whose freelance work includes creating content for Scottsdale Community College and developing a campaign addressing adolescent mental health issues.

In her role at Barrett, Ashley will write feature articles, press releases, and social posts; shoot and edit a variety of videos; and work closely with our student videographers. Her blend of creativity and attention to detail will illuminate our honors community’s achievements.

Outside of her professional life, Ashley enjoys family time with her husband, her daughter (a recent kindergarten graduate), and their two fur babies. She is a lifelong learner who spends her free time mastering new skills such as learning Korean.

Please join me in welcoming Ashley to Barrett!

Barrett Advising is excited to announce a new staff member who will be joining our team as an Academic Success Advisor at the Tempe campus. 

Hanna Theobald is originally from California, and has been working locally in elementary education as a Support Specialist providing targeted math and literacy interventions for at risk students through small group instruction. In various roles working with students, she has found impactful solutions to help students overcome challenges. We were so impressed with Hanna’s intentional and careful communication, as well as her enthusiasm for working with honors students here at Barrett. She holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Davis and is currently pursuing a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at NAU. We are confident her vast experience will contribute to the Barrett student experience. 

Hanna will be starting on Monday, April 28, and will be training right away to start seeing students. Be on the lookout for meetings in early May, as well as the chance to meet her at the upcoming End of Year Celebration. 

Curious about how business analysts fit into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)? Join us for a practical Lunch & Learn designed to break it all down.
When and why the SDLC matters—perfect for BAs & project teams
Explore key phases from planning to deployment
See how BAs support success at every stage
Whether you’re new to software projects or want a refresher, this session is for you!
Date: April 16, 12–1 PM
Location: Zoom
Register here
All are welcome—feel free to share with your teams!

ASU Staff Council Tempe campus and Skysong  Appreciation Celebration

We couldn’t do it without YOU — so let’s celebrate! Join us for a special event to recognize and appreciate the incredible work, dedication, and heart you bring every day. Expect good food, fun vibes, laughter, and a few surprises!

Thursday, April 10, 2025
11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
McCord Hall, Room 256, Tempe Campus

Come as you are and let us say THANK YOU for everything you do. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Light lunch, sweet treats, and beverages will be provided. In an effort to remain sustainable, please bring your reusable cup.

(This invitation extends to all ASU staff members. Please no student workers.)

If you’re looking for a way to connect with others and make a meaningful impact in a supportive and encouraging environment, the SUNlite Coaching Program is a great way to do so. The program helps ASU employees build coaching skills while supporting colleagues in reaching their goals—it’s a meaningful way to make an impact while learning and growing yourself..There are two options to get involved:

1. Become a Coach – Help others achieve their goals while developing your own confidence and skills.
• Mandatory Training: 3 sessions (2 in-person, 1 virtual)
• Ongoing Support: Monthly skill-building workshops
• Deadline to Apply: 7/18/2025
• Requires 2 recommendation forms
2. Request a Coach – Work with a SUNlite coach to set and achieve your personal goals in a supportive partnership.
• Coaches don’t give advice—they’re strategic thinking partners!
• Deadline is rolling.

Apply to become a coach or request a coach here.
 

Register for the Building Foundations for Continuous Improvement Conference on Wednesday, May 21, to learn process improvement, gain insights from expert keynote speakers and more. 

https://cfo.asu.edu/organizational-performance-office

We’re excited to roll out the Volunteer Hours & Rewards Program, where you can earn Barrett swag by helping other departments across campus!

How It Works:

🔸 Earn Vouchers – For every 30 minutes of volunteering for a Barrett program, you’ll receive 1 coin voucher.
🔸 Maximize Your Impact – Each event allows up to 4 hours of volunteering, earning you 8 coin vouchers per event.
🔸 Redeem for Swag—Save and trade in your vouchers for coveted Barrett swag, like the maroon Barrett Crewneck sweatshirt or a Barrett T-shirt—perfect for casual Fridays, ASU events, or just showing your Barrett pride!

Event Eligibility:

✔ Events must be cross-campus or cross-unit.
❌ Convocation, faculty & staff volunteer projects and student service trips do not qualify.

This is your chance to give back, support your colleagues, and earn awesome Barrett gear! Start collecting your vouchers today.

Link to website: Barrett Store

Link to fill out Google Form: Barrett Volunteer Form

Beginning on May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.  Anyone 18 years and older that plans to fly domestically or visit certain Federal facilities will need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport.  

For more information about the REAL ID, please visit https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.  

For information on obtaining a REAL ID (Arizona Travel ID), please visit https://azdot.gov/mvd/services/driver-services/arizona-travel-id.

ASU does not reimburse for the cost of a REAL ID/Arizona Travel ID. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. 

We are excited to invite you to participate in our Spring 2025 Faculty & Staff Volunteer Project, where we will be supporting the Development department with their Barrett Community Day of Service.

Event Details:
📅Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Location: Gold Dome at Vista del Sol (near Vista del Sol complex)
       701 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281

This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to our community and connect with colleagues in a meaningful way. We hope you’ll join us in making a difference!

If you're interested in volunteering SIGN UP HERE or have any questions, please let us know.

Looking forward to seeing you there!