Frequently Asked Questions

Spring 2026 nominations will open Monday March 16, and close Friday, April 10 at 5pm.

Any staff member, faculty member, or student at the university may submit nominations, except for current members of the Staff Excellence Awards Committee.

The Staff Excellence Award Committee will review nominations and make recommendations to the Chancellor for final approval.

The awards will be presented during the opening ceremony on Staff Day at the Innovation Lab on Thursday, May 21, 2026.