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SXU's Sue Swisher Receives 2015 Meritorious Service Award
The award was given by Illinois Association of Financial Aid Administrators
Saint Xavier University’s (SXU) Executive Director of Financial Aid Sue Swisher was recently awarded the Meritorious Service Award by the Illinois Association of Financial Aid Administrators (ILASFAA). This prestigious award recognizes exemplary service to colleagues and students in the State of Illinois and is highly valued within the ILASFAA organization.
Swisher was selected for this award due to her vast expertise in the field and her leadership on various projects. She was also recognized for her significant contributions to the profession, the association, and education in general.
“I am truly honored to receive the ILASFAA Meritorious Service Award, and appreciate the recognition of my commitment to my colleagues in the financial aid community and the students we serve,” Swisher said. “It is an even greater honor to join the ranks of past recipients of the award whom I have admired and respected.”
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Swisher has over 30 years of financial aid experience, and has lead the Office of Financial Aid at SXU for the past 20 of those years. She has been actively involved in financial aid issues at the state, regional and national levels. She is also a past president of ILASFAA and has served throughout her time on their Executive Board and various Board committees.
“We are very fortunate that someone whose leadership in financial aid is recognized and valued throughout the state also serves the students of Saint Xavier University,” said SXU President Christine Wiseman.
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About ILASFAA
ILASFAA is a professional organization of student financial aid administrators representing institutions, supporters, and state agency personnel, engaged in or concerned with the ethical administration and/or support of student financial aid. Their mission is to provide quality training, professional development, networking opportunities, and effective communications for their membership. The organization acts as an advocate for students, their families, and all post-secondary institutions.
