{"id":209217,"date":"2024-09-24T09:32:50","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T13:32:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/president\/?page_id=209217"},"modified":"2026-05-04T14:24:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:24:42","slug":"presidential-excellence-awards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/president\/presidential-excellence-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Presidential Excellence Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n

The Presidential Excellence Awards honor individuals and teams who have demonstrated an
\noutstanding commitment to our mission, excellence in their work and service to our community.<\/p>\n

As we continue to navigate a time of transformation in higher education, it is essential to
\nacknowledge the leaders who are paving the way for success. 精品成人福利在线 University is a
\nremarkable place \u2013 I am proud of the generosity, creativity and kindness of our community.
\nEvery day, our faculty and staff go above and beyond to help students, colleagues and the local
\ncommunity.<\/p>\n<\/div>

\n
\"Presidential<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

These awards are intended to highlight achievements from all members of our Red Hawk
\ncommunity, including faculty and staff, full-time and part-time, long standing and newly arrived.<\/p>\n

Together, we will continue our mission to make Montclair an inclusive and accessible university
\nthat creates transformative educational opportunities for students across the globe.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions, please contact Mark Allman, Senior Advisor to the President, at allmanm@montclair.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Jonathan GS Koppell<\/em>
\nPresident<\/em><\/p>\n

2026 Award Categories<\/div>
\n

2026 Award Categories<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Award<\/b><\/td>\nEligibility<\/b><\/td>\nCriteria<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Teaching,
\n<\/span>Full-time Faculty<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Full-time Faculty (Tenured and Teaching Faculty) with at least 6 years of full-time teaching at Montclair\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
\n

Teaching,
\n<\/span>Early Career, Full-time Faculty<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Full-time Faculty (Tenure Track and Teaching Faculty) with less than 6 years of full-time teaching at Montclair.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Teaching,
\n<\/span>Part-time Faculty<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty with at least 2 years of part-time teaching at Montclair<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tenured Faculty Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity Award<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Tenured Faculty with at least 6 years of FT employment at Montclair<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n
    \n
  • Quality of the research, scholarship, or creative activity, as measured by subject matter experts.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Potential positive impact or reach of the research, scholarship, or creative activity, as measured by subject matter experts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For this award the following definitions apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Research involves the systematic investigation and analysis aimed at discovering new knowledge or understanding phenomena, often using established scientific or empirical methods.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Scholarship encompasses the intellectual work of interpreting, synthesizing, and advancing knowledge within a discipline\u2014often through critical analysis, publication, or teaching innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Creative activity focuses on original expression or the creation of new artistic, performative, or design works that demonstrate imagination, innovation, and contribute to cultural or intellectual life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Tenure-Track Faculty Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Tenure-Track Faculty<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Student Engagement in Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n
    \n
  • Quality of the research, scholarship, or creative activity<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Level of student engagement in the research, scholarship, or creative activity<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Potential positive impact or reach of the research, scholarship, or creative activity<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For this award the following definitions apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Research involves systematic investigation and analysis aimed at discovering new knowledge or understanding phenomena, often using established scientific or empirical methods.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Scholarship encompasses the intellectual work of interpreting, synthesizing, and advancing knowledge within a discipline\u2014often through critical analysis, publication, or teaching innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Creative activity focuses on original expression or the creation of new artistic, performative, or design works that demonstrate imagination, innovation, and contribute to cultural or intellectual life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Community Engagement, Faculty Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Quality of community engagement for community partners<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Quality of student engagement in the community<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact or reach of the community engagement in the community and\/or on campus<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Community Engagement, Staff Award<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Civic Participation & Public Purpose, Faculty Award<\/span><\/td>\nStaff and Faculty (FT or PT), individual or team of 2 people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Quality of civic education, civic participation, and public purpose efforts<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Quality of student engagement in civic education, civic participation, and public purpose efforts<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact or reach of civic education, civic participation, and public purpose efforts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Student Success Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Significance of the student success problem that needed to be solved<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Innovative nature of the solution (approach, system, or idea) that was implemented<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact of the solution on student success<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Pedagogy & Research<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n
    \n
  • Integration of global and intercultural perspectives into curriculum design, pedagogy, and mentoring.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Research, scholarship, or creative activity with international or comparative dimensions that build Montclair\u2019s global profile.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Demonstrated impact in strengthening both Montclair\u2019s international visibility and the on-campus student experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

International Engagement & Service<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n
    \n
  • Creation of programs or services that support international students, visiting scholars, or intercultural activities on campus.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Development of initiatives or partnerships that enhance Montclair\u2019s global presence abroad and with international or diaspora communities.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Commitment to equity and access in international opportunities for students and colleagues.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Operational Excellence Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Significance or complexity of the business process that was addressed<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Innovative nature of the solution, approach, system, or idea that was implemented<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact of the solution, approach, system, or idea that was implemented<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Sustainability Initiatives Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Significance or complexity of the sustainability initiative<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Innovative nature of the solution, approach, system, or idea that was implemented.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact of the solution, approach, system, or idea that was implemented<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Excellence in Service Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more with at least 5 years at Montclair. For teams the majority of members must have at least 5 years at Montclair.<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Outstanding service to department, above and beyond daily responsibilities<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact on the university<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Consistent dedication to excellence in service to constituents and stakeholders<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Excellence in Service,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Early Career Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more with less than 5 years at Montclair. For teams, the majority of members must have at less 5 years at Montclair<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Inclusive Excellence Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team of 2\u00a0people or more<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Commitment to Equity and Inclusion: Evidence of intentional and consistent actions that advance equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice within their sphere of influence.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Measurable Impact on the University Community: Actions that have produced observable, documented, or lasting improvements to the campus environment (e.g. increased engagement, representation, or sense of belonging)<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Engagement Beyond the University: Demonstrated influence or partnership that extends 精品成人福利在线 University\u2019s commitment to inclusion and equity into the broader community.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sustainability and Institutionalization: Evidence that the nominee\u2019s work has enduring effects or mechanisms for continued impact.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Advocacy and Allyship Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT)<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Courageous Advocacy: Demonstrated moral courage and persistence in challenging inequitable systems, practices, or behaviors.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Effective Allyship and Partnership: Demonstrated commitment to <\/span>provide guidance, mentorship, or resources to individuals from underrepresented communities<\/span> to support, uplift, and amplify marginalized voices.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Tangible Impact on Equity and Belonging: Advocacy and allyship have led to measurable or observable improvements in inclusion, equity, or wellbeing within the university or community.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sustained Modeling of Inclusive Leadership: Advocacy and allyship are not one-time acts, but part of a sustained commitment to long-term change and leadership by example.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Innovation Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Faculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT), individual or team<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Significance or complexity of the problem that needed to be solved<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Innovative nature of the solution, approach, system, or idea that was implemented<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact of the solution\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Collective Impact Award<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Any group of three or more employees (staff and\/or faculty, FT or PT)<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Evidence of collaboration on an initiative that makes Montclair an excellent place to work, learn, or serve others.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Evidence of improved learning, research or service<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Evidence of improved student\/employee satisfaction, engagement, or morale<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Positive impact on the university<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Unsung Hero Award<\/span><\/td>\nFaculty (FT or PT) or Staff (FT or PT)<\/span>\n

For work done since 2021<\/span><\/p>\n

Multiple Award winners annually<\/span><\/p><\/td>\n

\n
    \n
  • Contribution: Consistent meaningful and often underappreciated work that contributes to the betterment of the university<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Work ethic: Demonstrating an exceptional level of responsibility and diligence<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Generosity: Giving one’s time, skills, or resources to support others in ways that significantly contribute to collective efforts or community improvement<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Humble Leadership: Exercising leadership in a humble, understated manner that positively influences others without seeking authority, acknowledgement, or status<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

     <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

    Timeline<\/div>
    \n

    Timeline<\/span><\/h2>\n
    \n
    December 2025<\/dt>\n
    Nominations Open.<\/span><\/dd>\n
    January 2026<\/dt>\n
    Nominations close at 5:00PM.<\/dd>\n
    Nominees are notified.<\/dd>\n
    Presidential Excellence Awards Review Committee begins the review process.<\/dd>\n
    March 2026<\/dt>\n
    Committee determines a list of Finalists (no more than 3) for each award.<\/dd>\n
    Finalists for each award are notified and invited to submit additional documents to support their nominations (no more than 3 pages). Please note: finalists are not required to provide additional documentation, this is optional.<\/span><\/dd>\n
    Nominees that did not advance as finalists are notified.<\/dd>\n
    Deadline for Finalists to submit any additional documents to the committee.<\/dd>\n
    April 2026<\/dt>\n
    Committee sends a list of their recommendations and 1-page rationale for each award to the President for review.<\/dd>\n
    President makes the final decision regarding award recipients.<\/span><\/dd>\n
    Finalists receive email from the President informing them of the awards winners.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n

    June 10, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Red Hawk Recognition Day.<\/p>\n

     <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

    Review Committee<\/div>
    \n

    Review Committee<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Presidential Excellence Awards Review Committee (PEARC) will be chaired by a representative of the President\u2019s Office who will coordinate the committee meetings and selection process. The committee chair will have a voice, but no vote in the review process. The other committee members will be appointed by the president and consist of:<\/p>\n

    \n
      \n
    • Faculty (2)<\/li>\n
    • Students (2)<\/li>\n
    • Provost\u2019s Office Representatives (2)<\/li>\n
    • Administration and Operations Office (2)<\/li>\n
    • Student Development and Campus Life (1)<\/li>\n
    • Communications and Marketing (1)<\/li>\n
    • Enrollment Management (1)<\/li>\n
    • Human Resources (1)<\/li>\n
    • Development and Alumni Engagement (4)<\/li>\n
    • Inclusive Excellence and Institutional Equity (1)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

      The PEARC will form 4 subcommittees to review nominees for a particular sub-set of awards. Each subcommittee will select a subcommittee chair.<\/p>\n

      Members of the PEARC are not eligible for any awards.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

      2026 Presidential Excellence Award Winners<\/h1>\n

      Teaching, Full-Time Faculty<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Fernando Naiditch, Associate Professor, Teaching and Learning, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Evan Matthews, Associate Professor, Kinesiology, College for Community Health<\/em><\/p>\n

      Nicole Panorkou, Professor, Mathematics, College of Science and Mathematics
      \n<\/em><\/p>\n

      Teaching, Early Career, Full-Time Faculty<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      marcus d. harvey, Assistant Professor, Theatre and Dance, College of the Arts<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Hao Liu, Assistant Professor, School of Computing, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Sei Eun Kim, Assistant Professor, Family Science and Human Development, College for Community Health
      \n<\/em><\/p>\n

      Teaching, Part-Time Faculty<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Jason Torreano, Adjunct Instructor, Bloomfield College of 精品成人福利在线 University<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Ashlee Martellacci, Adjunct Instructor, Social Work and Child Advocacy, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Amrit Parmar Adjunct Instructor, School of Computing, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity, Tenured Faculty<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Pankaj Lal, Professor, Earth and Environmental Studies, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Weitian Wang Associate Professor, School of Computing, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity, Tenure-Track Faculty<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Erin Kang, Assistant Professor, Psychology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Roman Liera, Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Student Engagement in Research, Scholarship, or Creative Activity<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Greg Pope, Professor, Earth and Environmental Studies, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Pankaj Lal, Professor, Earth and Environmental Studies, College of Science and Mathematics<\/em><\/p>\n

      Erin Kang, Assistant Professor, Psychology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Community Engagement, Faculty<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Maria Jose Garcia Vizcaino, Professor, Spanish and Latino Studies, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Lesley Sylvan, Associate Professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders, College for Community Health<\/em><\/p>\n

      Antonella Calarota-Ninman, Director, Center for Latine and Spanish Academic Success and Excellence (CLASE), Spanish and Latino Studies, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Madison Kranis, Program Coordinator, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Community Engagement, Staff<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Krystal Woolston, Director of Public Service Programs, Office of the President<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Jayme S. Ganey, Engagement Specialist, Inclusive Excellence, Office of the President<\/em><\/p>\n

      Tamara Massay-Trotz, Senior Director of Student Services, Academic Affairs, Bloomfield College of 精品成人福利在线 University<\/em><\/p>\n

      Civic Participation and Public Purpose<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Brigid Callahan Harrison, Chairperson, Political Science and Law, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Nora McCook, Associate Professor, Bloomfield College of 精品成人福利在线 University<\/em><\/p>\n

      Fanny Lauby, Associate Professor, Political Science and Law, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Student Success<\/h2>\n

      Awardees:<\/h3>\n

      Jonnine DeLoatch, Assistant Dean, Student Belonging, Dean of Students, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Angie Aponte, Academic Advisor, Student Services, Feliciano School of Business<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      The Crisis, Assessment, Response, and Education (CARE) Team<\/em><\/p>\n

      International Pedagogy and Research<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Soyoung Lee, Associate Professor, Family Science and Human Development, College for Community Health<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Elizabeth Emery, Professor, World Languages and Cultures, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Daniela Peterka-Benton, Director, Global Center on Human Trafficking<\/em><\/p>\n

      International Engagement and Service<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Gail Yosh, Associate Teaching Professor, Information Management and Business Analytics, Feliciano School of Business<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Pascale Lafountain Associate Professor; Thomas Herold, Associate Professor, World Languages and Cultures, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Elizabeth Erwin Professor, Teaching and Learning, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Operational Excellence<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Julianne Vitale, Associate Registrar for Transfer Evaluation and Articulation, Registrar, Enrollment Management<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Hope Lennon, Academic Advisor, University College<\/em><\/p>\n

      The Red Hawk Access Shuttle Team, Transportation Services<\/em><\/p>\n

      Sustainability Initiatives<\/h2>\n

      Awardees:<\/h3>\n

      Liliam Turino, University Facilities<\/em><\/p>\n

      Frances Jelks-Brown Assistant Director for Student Access to Community Services, OSB Advocacy and Outreach, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Alex Witzl, Energy Manager; Adam McGuire, Project Manager, University Facilities<\/em><\/p>\n

      Service<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Nicole Archer, Chairperson, Art and Design, College of the Arts<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Angie Aponte, Academic Advisor, Student Services, Feliciano School of Business<\/em><\/p>\n

      Kathleen Loysen, Chairperson, World Languages and Cultures, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Service, Early Career<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Christopher Trautman, Director of Student Conduct, Dean of Students, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Christina Rodriguez-Unalt, Assistant Professor, Art and Design, College of the Arts<\/em><\/p>\n

      Mikaela Guzman, Bonner Leader and Service Coordinator, Office of the President<\/em><\/p>\n

      Innovation<\/h2>\n

      Awardees:<\/h3>\n

      Paul McGroarty, Social Media Director, Strategic Distribution, Communications and Marketing<\/em><\/p>\n

      The Bilingual Educational Leadership Partnership Program Team<\/em><\/p>\n

      Collective Impact<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      The Crisis, Assessment, Response, and Education (CARE) Team<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      The Student Health Center Team<\/em><\/p>\n

      The Montclair AI Hub Team<\/em><\/p>\n

      Inclusive Excellence<\/h2>\n

      Awardees:<\/h3>\n

      Blanca Elizabeth Vega, Associate Professor, Educational Leadership, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Milton Fuentes, Professor, Social Work and Child Advocacy, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Danne Davis, Associate Professor, Teaching and Learning, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Advocacy and Allyship<\/h2>\n

      Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Sarah Jennings, Director of University Health Services, Dean of Students, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Rebecca Haddock Assistant Director of Promotion and Prevention Programming; Jennifer Faasse, Assistant Director for Clinical Services and Training, Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Marcus D. Harvey, Assistant Professor, Theatre and Dance, College of the Arts<\/em><\/p>\n

      Unsung Hero<\/h2>\n

      Posthumous Awardee:<\/h3>\n

      Nancy Menegus<\/em><\/p>\n

      Awardees:<\/h3>\n

      Heinz Nordmann, University Facilities<\/em><\/p>\n

      Dawn Wilkenfeld, Assistant Director for Early College Programs, Summer and Winter Sessions, Enrollment Management<\/em><\/p>\n

      Jude Uy, Staff Psychologist\/Coordinator of Prevention and Wellness Programming, Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Danielle Insalaco-Egan, Associate Provost for Undergraduate Studies and Acting Dean, University College<\/em><\/p>\n

      Mike Peters, University Photographer, Creative, Communications and Marketing<\/em><\/p>\n

      Catherine Keohane, Director of Faculty Development, Academic Affairs<\/em><\/p>\n

      Melissa Zarin, Director, Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Sumi Hagiwara, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, College for Education and Engaged Learning<\/em><\/p>\n

      Honorable Mention:<\/h3>\n

      Margaree Coleman-Carter Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, Dean of Students, Student Development and Campus Life<\/em><\/p>\n

      Leslie Wilson, Associate Dean, College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n

      Robert Gano, Staff Content Producer, Strategic Content, Communications and Marketing<\/em><\/p>\n

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