West Windsor, N.J.- Two employees who go "above and beyond" were singled out for praise and applause by their MCCC colleagues at the college's Annual Employee Recognition Ceremony May 25.

Marge Archer, of Hamilton, was selected for the Human Relations Award. In comments by President Donohue leading up to the award announcement, Archer was cited as an outstanding leader and professional who "is held in the highest esteem by students, staff and faculty. Her unselfish dedication and sincerity of commitment extend far beyond her title. She offers invaluable services to students and faculty alike, cheerfully and willingly. Her door is always open to any situation with tireless energy and with a can-do attitude. She is the 'go to' person for advice and questions regarding transcripts, graduation and placement."

According to Archer, her position at Mercer as student advocate, academic advisor and teacher is a dream job. "It's a privilege and pleasure to work here," Archer said. "I work with so many dedicated staff members and with dedicated students, who want to be here and succeed. My reward is seeing students graduate."

A former teacher at several Mercer County high schools, Archer has worked at Mercer for 16 years. In addition to her day job in the Liberal Arts Division, she teaches evening classes including ESL, foundations reading and writing, and the college success seminar. "That's an important piece. I need to be in the classroom too." Both of Archer's children graduated from Mercer, so she knows from personal experience when she says, "Our effort is important and worth it."

Don Davis, of Lawrenceville, who received the Community Service Award, has dedicated his career to changing lives. Davis is the director of Youth College at Mercer's James Kerney Campus, overseeing four pre-college preparatory programs for middle and high school students. An MCCC employee for 31 years, he has also been an active community leader who has worked tirelessly with youth, the elderly, and numerous social service organizations.