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President's Award for Excellence

Recognizing the important work of the university's full-time staff

Tim Sands (right) poses with Marcie Bishop, a recipient of the President's Award for Excellence.


Established in 1990 by President James D. McComas, the President’s Award for Excellence annually recognizes outstanding full-time staff who have made significant contributions and consistently demonstrated excellence in their roles at the university. Award recipients receive a framed certificate and a $2,000 pre-tax award.  

Nomination criteria, past recipients, and more