Katye Swinford, Administrative Aide, began working at the college in 2025.
When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine?
February 2025.
Describe your role at the college.
Administrative Aide – working with administration for scheduling, ordering, event planning, updating the knowledge base with new policies/standard operating procedures. I am open to helping anyone that needs an extra pair of hands.
Have you held any previous titles or responsibilities at the college?
No, this is my first position at the University.
What is your favorite part of your job?
Getting to interact with co-workers every day from different departments. I love meeting new people.
Complete this sentence: My most memorable day at work was…
… getting lost trying to get to the parking lot on my first day and Dr. Ridgway had to show me to the exit.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Spending time with my daughter, running trails, and going to concerts.
What is something your co-workers may be surprised to know about you?
My hair has been every color of the rainbow from bright red to bright blue.
What is one thing on your bucket list?
To visit Ireland or Australia.
Do you have a favorite restaurant or place in the Champaign/Urbana area?
I love Meadowbrook Park in the summer for the walking trails / Dos Reales for food.
Aside from necessities, what one thing could you not go a day without?
Chocolate or coffee.
Do you have any pets?
Yes, I have two cats – a 4-month-old kitten and a 1-year-old tabby. Keeping an eye out for our next pet.
