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Academic Administrator Award

The Academic Administrator Award recognizes outstanding performance in the fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. The Award comes with a $1,500 prize.


Who is eligible:
Chairs of academic departments or directors of academic programs.

Who may nominate:
Any member of the University community.

Nomination requirements:

  • completed nomination form (.docx|.pdf).
  • a current résumé for the nominee.
  • evidence deemed sufficient by the nominator to make the case.
  • three letters of reference focused specifically upon the accomplishments of the individual as a chair or director.
Send nominations and documentation to:
President Royce C. Engstrom
Office of the President
109 University Hall

A special committee consisting of a vice president, faculty member, and staff member will review the nominations and present a recommendation to the President.

2011-2012 Winner

Larry Gianchetta
Dean, School of Business Administration

Previous recipients include Terri Herron, Dan Pletscher, Jon Stannard, Ray Carlisle, and Paul Wilson.


Deadline for 2013 Nominations: February 28, 2013

Deadline for committees/individuals selecting recipients to forward the names to the Office of the President: March 15, 2013

Awards will be presented at:

UM Employee Recognition Day
April 2013
Details forthcoming