Pitt-Bradford's Christina Graham Named Outstanding Professional

Christina Graham, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s director of student activities, was named Outstanding Professional at the National Association for Campus Activities Mid America Awards last month.

The award was presented at NACA’s Mid America Regional Conference in Peoria, Ill.

Graham joined Pitt-Bradford in 2002 and has demonstrated outstanding leadership at the university, said Dr. Holly Spittler, associate dean of student affairs.

“Since coming to Pitt-Bradford, Christina has brought a high level of vitality and excitement to campus life,” said Spittler said. “She has a strong impact on students as she serves as the advisor of the Student Activities Council, the co-advisor of Student Government Association and coordinator of the fall new student orientation program.”

Under her leadership, SAC and SGA have flourished to the point that Pitt-Bradford was one of five colleges nominated for Campus Activities Magazine’s Campus of the Year for 2008.

“This honor reflects the quality, quantity and diversity of programming created by SAC, SGA and other student clubs and organizations on campus,” Spittler said.

SGA president Jessica Visseau also praised Graham. “Christina Graham is an amazing person and incredible advisor,” she said. “She devotes herself to her job, her students and the university. SGA has been able to grow and thrive under her guidance, and I know that she has influenced other organizations on campus in the same way. Pitt-Bradford is very lucky to have her as a member of our community.”

In addition, Graham serves on the national advisory board of Campus Activities Magazine and was the regional conference coordinator of the 2004 NACA Mid America Regional Conference. She is a frequent presenter at local, regional and national professional conferences and meetings.