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 DISTINGUISHED DIVERSITY AWARD   

 
  The UNCW Alumni Association presents the annual Distinguished Diversity Award to an individual that has made exceptional efforts and contributions in the areas of diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and social justice either through their professional and/or volunteer accomplishments. This award is to acknowledge an individual that demonstrates a commitment to the university and Alumni Association's mission, vision, and values.

CRITERIA
• Candidate must be a UNCW or Wilmington College graduate and/or have made significant contributions to UNCW related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Candidate must demonstrate a sustained commitment to the values of diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and social justice.
• Candidate must demonstrate significant contributions to their surrounding community for diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and social justice.
• Special consideration is given to an alumnus/a who has been involved in diversity, equity, access, and inclusion efforts with UNCW as a volunteer, mentor, alumni employer, ambassador, and/or investor.
• Self-nominations are not accepted.
• The award may be made posthumously.

NOMINATION FORM REQUIREMENTS
Please have the following prepared before starting the online submission process:
• Biographical information on candidate and nominator.
• Nomination statement that includes clear examples reflecting how the individual’s accomplishments match award criteria.
• Additional documentation to support nomination if necessary, i.e., information about awards or honors received, press releases or news articles citing involvement.
• Candidate's CV or resume

PROCESS
• Nominations must be received in full by October 15, 2023.
• Nominations will be reviewed by the Alumni Association Awards and Scholarship Committee.
• Candidates not selected will be considered for the awards for up to one year, as long as they continue to meet the award criteria.

This application must be completed in one sitting. You will not have the opportunity to save and return to your work.


   
  Nominee Information
   
 
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Please include the nominee's major, degree, graduation year,and university. If you need additional space, please use the "Additional Information" section at the end of this survey.
 
        
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  Nomination Statement & Supporting Documentation
   
 
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Nomination statement should includes specific examples reflecting how the individual’s accomplishments match award criteria.
 
   
 

Please list any honors/awards received by the nominee. Include a description, the awarding organization and the date received.
 
   
 

Please include the membership or activity, a description of duties and the dates involved.
 
   
 

Please include the name of the community or volunteer activity, a description of duties and the dates involved.
 
   
 

Please include any additional information that you would like to share with the Awards Selection Committee.
 
   
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