(formerly the Annual Diversity Award)

The Nancy Borgmann Diversity Award, named in honor of a former Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, recognizes contributions made by an individual who supports the University's mission on diversity. The award comes with a $500 prize.

2023 Winner

Wilena Old Person, Program Coordinator, Health Careers Opportunity Program

List of previous recipients

Who is eligible:
All full-time permanent University employees who have contributed substantially to diversity, equity, and inclusion at UM. The leadership team of the Diversity Advisory Committee is not eligible.

Who may nominate:
Any member of the University community may nominate.

Nomination requirements:

• Please use the link below to submit a nomination form
  
• A one- or two-page narrative to describe how the individual has served as an example to others, provided service significantly beyond the normal expectations of their position, demonstrated through action the ideals of diversity, equity and inclusion and furthering unity, helped others gain a greater understanding of diversity and multiculturalism, and demonstrated exceptional talents that brought special recognition and pride to the University of Montana.
• At least two, but no more than five, letters of support. At least one letter must be from a student.

Selection process:
A committee of student, staff, and faculty representatives from the Diversity Advisory Council will select the award recipient.

Submit nomination using Submittable:

Questions:
Anisa Goforth                                                                                                                                    Department of Psychology                                                                                                                  406-243-2917

Karen Schlatter                                                                                                                              UM Marketing and Communications                                                                                                  406-304-7241