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Faculty & Staff Awards

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Excellence in Teaching Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Excellence in Teaching award is presented in honor and recognition of a meritorious record of excellence in teaching and/or innovation related to a teaching program. 

Eligibility:  Any individual who holds a full-time faculty appointment (including lecturers, tenure-track faculty, and professors of practice) in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the time of nomination. 

Nominations: Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support. 

The Award: $250

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Excellence in Research/Creative Activity Award

Excellence in Research/Creative Activity Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Excellence in Research/Creative Activity Award is presented in honor and recognition of a meritorious record of excellence in research and/or creative activity. 

Eligibility:  Any individual who holds a full-time faculty appointment (including lecturers, tenure-track faculty, and professors of practice) and has research as part of their apportionment in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the time of nomination. 

Nominations:  Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support.  

The Award: $250

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Excellence in Industry or Community Engagement

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Excellence in Industry or Community Engagement award is presented in honor and recognition of a meritorious record of industry or community engagement that has an impact beyond the university. 

Eligibility:  Any full-time faculty or staff member in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, including staff who may have a primary or partial appointment in another unit but whose primary responsibilities are within the college. 

Nominations: Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support.  

The Award: $250 

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Excellence in Student Support or Advocacy

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Excellence in Student Support or Advocacy Award is presented in honor and recognition of a meritorious record of service to students in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. 

Eligibility:  Any full-time faculty or staff member in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, including staff who may have a primary or partial appointment in another unit but whose primary responsibilities are within the college. 

Nominations:  Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support. 

The Award: $250

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Staff Excellence Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Staff Excellence Award is presented in honor of a staff member who routinely demonstrates excellence in the execution of their duties. 

Eligibility:  Any full-time staff member in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, including staff who may have a primary or partial appointment in another unit but whose primary responsibilities are within the college. 

Nominations: Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support. 

The Award: $250 

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Inclusive Excellence Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Inclusive Excellence Award is presented in honor of a faculty or staff member who has created a climate that emphasizes, prioritizes and expands inclusive excellence and diversity in the college. 

Eligibility:  Any full-time staff member in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, including staff who may have a primary or partial appointment in another unit but whose primary responsibilities are within the college. 

Nominations:  Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support.

The Award: $250

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Friend of the College Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications Friend of the College Award honors a part-time faculty member, professional-in-residence, guest speaker or another individual who has made a significant impact on the college's students, faculty or staff.  

Eligibility:  Any individual who has engaged with the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. 

Nominations: Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support. 

The Award: $250 

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To Infinity and Beyond Award

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications To Infinity and Beyond Award is presented in honor of a faculty or staff member who epitomizes the college values of: 

  • Our students do from day one
  • We solve real problems
  • We believe in hard work 
  • We pursue truth
  • We nurture curious and creative minds
  • We are an inclusive community
  • Our professions are ever-changing
  • Our graduates thrive

Eligibility:   Any full-time faculty or staff member in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, including staff who may have a primary or partial appointment in another unit but whose primary responsibilities are within the college. 

Nominations:  Recipients can be nominated by faculty, staff, students, alumni or others with an interest in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Self-nominations are permitted. The nominator shall submit a nomination form. Nominators also have the option of submitting up to 3 one-page letters of support.  

The Award: $250 and Buzz Lightyear

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