Mary Freer receives a Presidential Citation for her extraordinary service to the University

On December 12, 2024, Mary Freer received an inaugural Presidential Citation from President Ono for her 35 years of service and exemplary leadership. Lynnetta Smith presented this award on behalf of President Ono.

The Citation reads:

WHEREAS: Mary Freer has dedicated over 35 extraordinary years of service and exemplary leadership to the University of Michigan, demonstrating unwavering excellence in all her efforts; and

WHEREAS: throughout her impactful tenure with Michigan Medicine, Mary Freer has served with distinction as the Chief Department Administrator for the Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics, fostering a healthy organizational culture and driving meaningful improvements in operational efficiency; and  

WHEREAS: Mary Freer has been instrumental in advancing financial stewardship through her transformative actions, partnerships, and initiatives in her many roles within Michigan Medicine, driving the success and growth of both her staff and departments; and

WHEREAS: as a strategic visionary, Mary Freer possesses a tremendous track record of personal development within Michigan Medicine and has been joyously celebrated multiple times throughout her career for her innovative solutions and her unyielding support of her peers, earning the respect and admiration of staff, faculty, and ultimately enhancing the care and experience of our patients;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Santa J. Ono, President of the University of Michigan, do hereby express profound gratitude to Mary Freer for her outstanding contributions to Michigan Medicine and her exceptional service to the University, and I offer my best wishes for her future endeavors and my heartfelt congratulations on her pursuit of personal greatness through obtaining her Master’s Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development. 

Congratulations, Mary!

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