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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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