College of Natural Sciences staff are extraordinary. Each year, we recognize those members of our staff community who go above and beyond with our College staff awards. In 2018, we are also setting aside a full day to celebrate and recognize all College staff.

Staff Celebration

Our second Staff Celebration Day is June 22, 2018. Each year, the event features staff-centered activities, recognition opportunities, and our afternoon awards reception, where a big prize for one outstanding staff member is unveiled. 

Staff Excellence Awards

The College of Natural Sciences gives awards to recognize excellent work performance by CNS staff whose efforts go above and beyond the day-to-day responsibilities of their job, including outstanding dedication, competence, resourcefulness and customer service. Seven staff in 2018 were selected to receive a general College of Natural Sciences staff award. One additonal staff member will receive a $6,500 award made available by a donor to the College of Natural Sciences.
 
Eligibility:  All staff (including administrative & professional and classified) with at least two years of consecutive service in their current CNS position (as of January 1) who have not received a CNS staff award in the past 5 years.

Honoring Diversity & Inclusivity

The College of Natural Sciences values the academic and community benefits that result from diversity, equity, and inclusion across campus. Special recognition, by way of a CNS Diversity & Inclusivity Award, will honor outstanding accomplishments of faculty, staff, students, and academic or administrative units whose powerful actions support the development of a diverse and inclusive university community.  Consideration of such accomplishments is integrated into the staff nomination forms and review criteria.

The nomination deadline for 2018 has passed. Please stay tuned for opportunities to nominate a staff member for a 2019 award.