USM Regent and former USG Board of Advisors member Cliff Kendall and his wife Camille have generously established two annual awards that recognize faculty and staff who have performed exceptionally in supporting student success at the Universities at Shady Grove. To support the Kendall's generosity and their recognition of the impact faculty and staff have on supporting students here at USG, the USG Board of Advisors is establishing the Kendall Excellence in Teaching and Outstanding Service to Students Awards.

Each award recipient will receive a substantial cash award. The names and pictures of award recipients will be prominently displayed at the Shady Grove Regional Center and they will be formally recognized at the Student Achievement and Leadership Breakfast and other events

Nomination Period: Now through March 16th 2012

Nominations are accepted at the links below. This year, we are also accepting video nominations conducted in the café area of Building III during the following period:

February 27th - March 1st 2012

Excellence in Teaching Award

Eligibility: Faculty members from participating USM institutions who have taught at the Universities at Shady Grove for at least one academic year.

Criteria:

• Demonstrated commitment to students and student success through the promotion of high academic achievements
• Participates in professional or leadership development with students
• Advances the educational or career goals for all students at USG

To nominate a faculty member, click here

Outstanding Service to Students Award

Eligibility: USG staff members, Program Directors and staff from participating universities with a minimum of two years of service in support of USG. Nominations must be supported or seconded for the Outstanding Service to Students Award.

Criteria:

• Demonstrated commitment to students through high quality support services
• An active participation in student life
• Participates in professional or leadership development goals

To nominate a Staff Member or Program Director, click here