Shea Patterson Young, HSC Special Events Manager and Curator, Atrium Gallery, was recently featured in the UNT System Human Resources HR Highlights newsletter:
As Special Events Manager, Shea serves as an internal consultant for event planning. Her mission is to maintain a consistent and positive university image through consultations on events and projects. Her office assists with catering, venues, decor, vendors, space planning and more. Shea, who has worked at HSC for 18 years, is also a Certified Protocol Officer, working with foreign/military guests and elected officials when they visit HSC.
Q&A:
What’s your favorite aspect of your job?
It gives me a creative outlet, it’s different every day, and I get to know so many people. As you can see, I like it so much I can’t pick one favorite!
Is there an employee benefit or activity you would you like to see added to UNT World?
I like the addition of “wellness” activities. Access to a dietician would be a great benefit for the new UNT System well-being program to offer.
What is your proudest work moment? About two years I ago, I was given the opportunity to redesign the entrance to the Carl Everett Building where much of HSC leadership is housed. I was able to design and implement a group of exhibits, including a three-story suspended mural, that greets our guests and gives them an idea of who we are and what we do. While the hundreds of events I’ve done have been rewarding, this may be the most tangible contribution I have made. Events have lasting impacts, but the experiences are fleeting. This has staying power. It was been so rewarding to see people who knew how it looked before react and smile.
How about your proudest non-work moment?
My best work is as a mom. My son graduated with a master’s degree and is doing environmental work as a project scientist. I am so proud.
What fact about you might surprise your colleagues?
I have a collection of deco to mid-century pottery/dishware.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE…
Place to visit? I love a good estate sale or flea market – so many treasures!
Restaurant? We like to visit barbecue places in Texas Monthly’s Top 50 list. I’m quite a discerning barbecue fan!
Hobby? At the moment, I’ve been doing a design experiment during COVID. I’m doing a centerpiece every day with plants and flowers from my property. It’s been a fun thing to share with friends and colleagues. I’m on day 129.