
This award recognizes the work of students, faculty and staff committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and community building at Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ.
Within the award, there are four streams of recognition. Up to four awards may be granted per year, one in each stream.
- Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ academic staff.
- Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ administrative and support staff.
- Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ students.
- Teams consisting of members of any of the above groups or any combination.
The award brings with it a monetary award and an engraved plaque.
Nominees can be individuals or teams/groups of collaborators who are actively involved in promoting equity, diversity, and inclusivity within the Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ community. The nomination letter and letters of support should address ways in which the nominee has shown exceptional leadership, initiative and commitment to equity, diversity, and community building.
Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s Award for Equity & Community Building was approved by Senate and the Board of Governors in April 2012.