The 2026 TAP Award: Anette Hvitfeldt Hvid

The 2026 Technical-Administrative Staff Award goes to secretary Anette Hvitfeldt Hvid from ITI at the Faculty of Engineering.

Anette began her career as an office trainee at the engineering college Odense Teknikum in 1984. For more than 40 years, she has played a crucial role in ensuring a stable and well-functioning administration at Odense Teknikum and later the Faculty of Engineering – both in relation to the programmes and as a trusted administrative adviser to management and colleagues.

In 2024, Anette was honoured with the King’s Medal of Merit in recognition of her long-standing efforts. She is a rare example of continuity and experience. As one of few employees at the Faculty, she has been part of the entire transformation from engineering college to university, which she has navigated with high professionalism, flexibility and curiosity.

With her helpfulness and ability to create order and momentum, she contributes significantly to both the core tasks and the well-being of her colleagues. At the same time, she has a remarkable ability to give each colleague her undivided attention, making them feel prioritised and like the most important person in the moment.

Anette Hvitfeldt Hvid is a shining example of what constitutes technical-administrative excellence, and she therefore deserves recognition with SDU’s TAP award.