Regina Elliott

Animal Care Attendant
Animal Resource Center (ARC)

First job at UTSW: Building Attendant.

Best part about my job: Being able to be part of a greater process beyond my day-to-day tasks at work. I believe my work in the processing area has a domino effect of being able to, in some small way, help the scientists in laboratories develop cures for diseases and illnesses. We all have our part to play, and that’s an invaluable part of coming to work.

What energizes me at work: Being able to help co-workers energizes me to accomplish more because I know that at the end of the day, teamwork is more important than what I’m personally feeling.

How co-workers describe me: Organized and willing to push myself.

Recipe for success: Passion for work is the fire that has kept me focused and grounded for over 25 years.

Funny UTSW memory: ARC management participating in a talent show for Technician Appreciation Week and showcasing their outfits.

I’m really good at: Organizing, making what was disorderly into something orderly, and making my vision for something a reality.

Passions: Decorating, DIY projects, and planning birthday parties.

Surprising fact: I served in the U.S. Navy as a boatswain’s mate for six years.