Grant Hilgenkamp, UNO's July Employee of the Month, is joined by Steve Willams (far left), professor and theatre unit coordinator; UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D. CFA; and CFAM Dean Mike Hilt, Ph.D. Grant Hilgenkamp, technical director for UNO Theatre, has been named UNO's Employee of the month for July 2021. Hilgenkamp was surprised by the UNO Prize Patrol on Wednesday, July 14, to celebrate the occasion. In his nomination, Hilgenkamp's ability to work with students and help them overcome fears or anxieties they may have was spotlighted. "Grant is exceptional at reaching students on their individual level, often fighting through their own fears of powertools, fear of heights, etc. and creates trust," his nominator stated.