Program - Outstanding Diversity Achievement Award
The Outstanding Diversity Achievement Award-Program was established to recognize programs at NACA member institutions that positively contribute to the development of a diverse culture on campus.
ELIGIBILITY
- Program must be offered at a current NACA member school.
WHO CAN SUBMIT NOMINATIONS?
- Any student or staff member with an active NACA membership
CRITERIA: The Awards Committee will select by majority vote. Criteria will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Program must have been in place for a minimum of one year.
- Program must have a demonstrated impact on enhancing the understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility among of the general campus community.
- Program must demonstrate originality and innovation.
- Program must exhibit effective implementation and evaluation procedures.
In addition to the nomination form, a general description of the program highlighting the criteria outlined above must be submitted. Nomination materials should demonstrate that the program accomplishes at least two of the following additional criteria:
- Program fosters meaningful relationships between diverse student groups
- Program challenges stereotypical perceptions of diverse populations
- Program helps students learn to communicate effectively with people of varied backgrounds
- Program generates awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures
Nominees may be self-nominated, nominated by a colleague, or nominated by a school member. To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form and include the following as attachments:
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Program description highlighting the judging criteria.
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Optional: Additional supporting materials (i.e. letters, publicity, newspaper reviews, recognition, etc.). may be included.
Nomination Deadline: November 1