Tamika - Fueling SCAD Students for Six Years
Tamika Grant is celebrating six years at Savannah College of Art and Design's Bee Fuel Café this October. Tamika's journey at SCAD has been filled with personal growth, valuable experiences, and significant accomplishments throughout her employment. With each passing year, her confidence soared, and her skills blossomed. Her colleagues and customers love her, recognizing the immense value she brought to the café's vibrant community. Tamika's infectious enthusiasm, warm personality, and unwavering dedication endeared her to staff and patrons alike. While we are taking photos, Chef Hector comes out just to say, “I need 10 Tamikas. She’s the best!” Tamika says she truly enjoys her job and coworkers, especially her manager, Whitney.
Whitney tells us, "Tamika is so dependable and reliable; she goes above and beyond. She's a great employee. Her customer service is excellent. Her interaction with students is wonderful; sometimes, they come in just to see her. From the staff to the students, they all love her. She's at Bee Fuel now, she was at the Hive, but she will still go over there and help at the deli or help as a barista. That's just how she is; she helps so much." This October, Tamika is celebrating six years of employment at SCAD, and we are so proud of her and her amazing accomplishments.
Tamika and her sister are very close. In her free time, they love to go to concerts and restaurants. The two recently saw Bow Wow on the Millennial tour!
Promoting Inclusion and Breaking Barriers:
By providing equal employment opportunities, SCAD breaks down barriers and challenges the societal misconceptions surrounding people with disabilities. Their actions demonstrate that everyone has unique talents and perspectives to contribute.
In October, we come together to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of inclusive workplaces and advocating for equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. This month-long observance serves as a powerful reminder of the immense talents and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Let us delve into the significance of NDEAM and explore how it promotes a more inclusive and accessible society for all.
History and Purpose:
NDEAM traces its roots back to 1945 when Congress declared the first week of October as "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week." Over the years, this initiative expanded into a month-long observance encompassing all disabilities. The purpose of NDEAM is to challenge prevailing stereotypes and misconceptions about disabilities while promoting employment opportunities and fostering inclusive work environments. It aims to highlight the abilities, skills, and talents of individuals with disabilities and emphasize the importance of removing barriers that hinder their full participation in the workforce.