Gustav Heinecke

January Star Award
Gustav Heinecke

At Polk Library, the first scene one might notice are students hunched over study materials, cramming for an exam or organizing a research project. But there are others whose hard work often go unnoticed.

Gustav Heinecke plays big part behind the scenes. However, he was recently thrust into the spotlight when he was awarded the January 2008 Star Award.

Heinecke was nominated by Barbara Fahey of Polk Library technical services. For 23 years, Heinecke has been working side by side with Mark Gajewski (the December Star Award recipient). With the efficiency that comes from more than 54 combined years of experience, these custodians have developed an admirable degree of dedicate to their profession.“We both take personal pride in what we do,” Gajewski said. “It has become our building — our bathrooms and our carpet. Our work is a reflection of us.”

The Star Award includes a framed certificate, a reserved parking space for a month and a gift from University Books and More. The award for exceptional performance is presented each month to classified employees who have worked at least six months at UW-Oshkosh.



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