All applicants/nominees must adhere to the following criteria in order to be considered for the awards presented by the ACPA Coaltion for Women's Identities:

·        A nominator may nominate more than one individual for CWI awards (self-nominations are accepted and encouraged!).

·        Applicant/Nominee MUST be an ACPA member at the time of nomination and at the time awards are presented at the annual convention.

·        Connections to the CWI mission is a plus. Current CWI Directorate members are not eligible. 

·        Only complete applications will be considered.  A complete application includes a letter of recommendation, resume and the completed form below. Only one nomination per candidate will be reviewed.

·        Application must be received by November 2, 2015 to be considered.

Coalition for Women's Identities Award Descriptions:

Outstanding Emerging Professional
The recipient will be selected based on their recognized potential to be a successful student affairs professional. The nominee will have made contributions that have positively impacted their respective department(s) or institution(s). Contributions made include but are not limited to the following areas: programming experience, leadership, community development, publications, presentations, community service and/or support for the educational environment on campus. Nominees for this award have worked in the student affairs profession or attended graduate school for five or fewer years and must be members of ACPA.

Mid-Level Professional Award
The recipient will be selected based on their demonstrated expertise in creating an environment that promotes the Core Values of the Coalition for Women's Identities (CWI) including Advocacy & Activism, Engaging Community, and Scholarship. Outstanding individual contribution in innovative and responsive services and programs that address varied and emerging needs of students, professionals, and the community is highly valued. The recipient must have made contributions to the profession, ACPA, and/or the CWI by means of publication, presentation, program design, or mentorship. In order to be considered for this award, individuals must have at least five years as a full-time practitioner at an institution of higher education and must be a current member of ACPA.

Research and Scholarship Award
The recipient will be selected based on a review of research and scholarly activity. This award will be given to topics relevant to those who identify as women in higher education. Work may include publications, research, and curriculum or program development. For consideration, nominees must submit a one-page abstract of the research or scholarship. Nominees for this award must be members of ACPA.

Wise Woman Award
The recipient will be selected based on the history of their contributions towards women in student affairs and on their efforts to promote the professional and personal development of women. Contributions may be made in the areas of programming, mentoring and empowering other women professionals, scholarship, publications, by providing leadership in the advancement of women in student affairs. Nominees for this award must have worked in the higher education profession for a minimum of ten years. Nominees for this award must also be members of ACPA.

Jodie Castanza Outstanding Service Award
(Selected by Coalition for Women's Identities Chair) 
The Chair of CWI will recognize contributions above and beyond the general responsibilities of a directorate member. Alumnae members who have contributed to the development of the committee through continued service, guidance and support are eligible for this award. The recipient will be selected based on efforts to promote the advancement of programs and services offered by the CWI.

Nominators: Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your deserving colleagues. We so appreciate your assistance.