College of Western Idaho (CWI) staff member Shannon Chapman is celebrating an esteemed individual recognition, being honored this month for her service to governmental related accounting in Idaho. On May 15, Chapman received the Chapter Service award at the Association of Government Accountants (AGA) Idaho Centennial Chapter’s monthly luncheon. Chapman, an accountant in the CWI Business Office, received the annual honor by nomination from her peers.
Chapman has been with CWI since July 2009. She has been a valuable member of the CWI Business Office with a focus on Professional Technical Education. Along with her professional responsibilities, she is also very active on campus as a member of CWI Staff Senate as well as the Fun and Culture Committee. Chapman began her career in higher education at Boise State University where she worked in the budget office, administrative accounting, and Selland College of Applied Technology.
Chapman has been married for 45 years. She is a mother of six and a grandmother of 11. She loves reading and traveling and is involved in the Boise Square Dance Center.
The AGA is the member organization for financial professionals in government. The association helps members build their skills and advance their careers through networking events, professional certification, publications, and ongoing education. Visit www.idahoaga.org for more information.