Congratulations to Brenda McGowan on receiving the 2026 PWA Unsung Heroine Award

Brenda McGowan's citation

Brenda McGowan has been absolutely essential to the operational success and long-term stability of the Solid State Lighting & Energy Electronics Center (SSLEEC). Her work goes far beyond the scope of a traditional business officer role—she is the backbone of the Center’s administrative, financial, and organizational infrastructure.

Unsung Hero/ine Award

A principal goal of the Professional Women's Association is to develop awareness of the incredible dedication and outstanding contributions of our campus staff. We established the Unsung Hero/ine Award to recognize members of our community who consistently go above and beyond to make the campus a better place for everyone