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National Museum of Nuclear Science & History Announces Volunteer Recognition Awards

[Albuquerque, NM] – The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is pleased to announce Jeannette Gould as the Maydew-Jeblick Volunteer Award winner and Nathan Crawford as the recipient of the Student Volunteer Award. The awards were announced recently at the Museum’s Volunteer Holiday Party. The event is held annually to recognize the contributions of the Museum’s over 40 volunteers. Awards were also presented for years of service at the Museum.

About the Maydew-Jeblick Award

The Maydew-Jeblick Award is the highest honor given to a volunteer since 2001. It honors the memory of Randall C. Maydew and Harold Jeblick. Jeannette Gould was recognized for her dedicated and exemplary volunteer service since 2010. For 14 years, Jeannette has volunteered in honor of her late son, Dan, who planned to serve as a volunteer at the museum. Jeannette has volunteered in all departments except for exhibits. She assists with filing, entering volunteer hours, and recording visitor survey results.

“Jeannette serves as a volunteer role model, actively taking on a range of administrative support tasks to assist the museum staff,” said Jennifer Hayden, President and CEO of the museum. “Jeannette eagerly participates in various projects and appreciates the impact she has. We are honored to recognize such an exceptional volunteer.”

About the Student of the Year Award

The Museum’s Education team nominated Nathan Crawford, an East Mountain High School freshman, for the Student Volunteer Award. In his second year as a Junior Docent, Nathan was honored for his dedication and commitment to STEM.

“Volunteers are a treasured part of the museum,” added Hayden. “We are especially pleased to recognize Nathan as a student who has a passion for STEM education and can serve as an inspiration to his peers.”

Also recognized were five-year volunteer recipients Sam Finch, Jeff Riley, and Russell Thompson; 10-year recipients Bob Deurloo and Ed Thompson; 15-year recipients Larry Costin and Gary Stone; 25-year recipient Duane Hughes; and 35-year recipient Harold “Hal” Behl.

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