Becca Clifton, director of Walton Conference Hub and Facilities, has been named employee of the first quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business. 

Anyone in the college may nominate colleagues for the award, which is given to employees who show superior customer service that enhances the image of the college above and beyond the scope of that employee's job description.

Along with Clifton, Meredith Adkins, director for Corporate and Community Outreach, Pam Heinzel, administrative support supervisor, Johnna Jack, administrative specialist III, Carol Jetton, computer support specialist, Jamie Kern, academic counselor, and Becca Price, administrative specialist III, were also nominated for their contributions to Walton College.

The winner receives a certificate of appreciation and a cash prize. Winners are chosen by Walton College's Dean Matt Waller, associate deans, assistant deans and the Walton College Staff Council.