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| Nancy Honeywell |
Nancy’s journey at UVA began in 1982 in the Physics Department, where she served as a technical secretary, supporting professors and staff on the department word processor, at the time considered cutting edge technology.
Even early on, her ability to stay calm under pressure was clear. During final exams in 1984, someone called in a bomb threat. Nancy put the caller on hold, not once, but five times, while alerting her colleagues and UVA Police.
Her work continued to grow across the University. In the Biology Department, she helped develop one of UVA’s first travel and expense processes, creating a structure that is still in use today. In 1999, she joined the Integrated Systems Project, supporting the implementation of Oracle’s grants module. After go live, she spent several years on the HR Training Team, helping colleagues learn and use new systems with confidence.
Nancy later moved to ITS Enterprise Applications as a Grants Functional Analyst, where she supported major initiatives and worked closely with teams across the University. Most recently, she served as a Workday Senior Finance Analyst, partnering with the Office of Sponsored Programs and supporting day to day work with care and accuracy.
Sue Clements shared that Nancy was someone people relied on. She followed through, took the time to help others understand their work, and made sure things were done correctly. She also invested in others, sharing her knowledge and helping colleagues grow over time.
Thomas C. Schneeberger noted the consistency Nancy brought to her work. She paid attention to details, stayed focused, and handled her responsibilities with care. He shared that even in the years they worked together, it was clear how much others depended on her.
Nancy’s impact is reflected in the people she supported, the work she helped complete, and the trust she built across teams.
Please join us in congratulating Nancy on her retirement and thanking her for 37 years at UVA.
