Any person who is a full-time member of the Administrative Staff, i.e., non-faculty contract employee, may be nominated. Nominee must have been an employee for at least one contract year and may not have received the award the previous year. Any nominations from previous years must be resubmitted. The prominence of the University position held by the nominee should not be considered in the nomination process.
Nominees must have exhibited attentiveness to the growth and development of the University, exceptional performance and a genuine sensitivity to others by showing an open, caring attitude. In addition, the nominee must demonstrate at least one of the following attributes:
- Innovation and Initiative – Demonstration of resourcefulness in the work place, including the formulation and implementation of creative new ideas. These ideas should have improved the work environment, saved time/or money and , in general, contributed to the better overall efficiency and effectiveness of the University.
- Performance – “Above and beyond” that required by the position, e.g., accepting special projects, additional responsibilities such as committee work, giving non-compensable time to effectively complete an assignment, service in professional organizations, or recognition brought to the University through the receipt of grants or through publications.
- Relationship with University Community – The nominee must effectively interact with faculty, staff, or students in providing services that promote growth and harmony in their respective departments, areas, etc., as well as the campus.
Complete the fields at the bottom on this form and provide a written statement of why you are nominating this staff member. Obtain at least three (3) letters in support of the nominee. The letters of support must describe how long and in what capacity one has known the nominee and explain how they meet the qualifications, in accordance with the criteria. Only 3 letters are required and no more than 5 will be accepted. Submission of more than 3 letters does not increase a nominee’s chances of winning as all applications are reviewed equally. No additional accompanying or extraneous materials or documentation will be accepted.