CED Diversity Award nomination form

The philosophy of the Commission on Ethnic Diversity is to create an environment that facilitates the retention, education, and recruitment of ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. A goal of the commission is to educate the campus community on ethnic issues, serve as a role model for the appreciation of diversity and encourage ethnic diversity in the curriculum.

The Selection Committee for the President’s Award for Ethnic Diversity uses these underlying principles as a basis in the evaluation process of all nomination. Following, please find criteria, definitions, and guidelines, used in the evaluation process by the Selection Committee for the President’s Award for Ethnic Diversity.

I. Enhancement: Does the individual/group enhance and/or contribute to ethnic diversity at NAU? Is the event, program, or activity in accordance with the Commission on Ethnic Diversity’s mission, goals and/or objectives?
II. Effectiveness: What were the specific results of the individual’s/group’s efforts? Did the results meet or exceed expectations?
III. Impact: How does the individual/group impact ethnic diversity at NAU? Is the impact visible or highly recognizable to the NAU community? [The selection committee supports programs which impact as many faculty, staff, and students as possible.]
IV. Uniqueness: Does this individual/group exhibit uniqueness in the support/advancement of ethnic diversity at NAU?
V. Longevity: How long has this individual/group been active in enhancing ethnic diversity at NAU? Is this an isolated event? [Please note that the committee places extreme importance on sustaining programs that promote ethnic diversity.]
VI. Service: Is there evidence of service in the area of ethnic diversity over and above the individual’s/ group’s job descriptions and responsibilities?
VII. Commitment: Is the individual/group volunteering resources, people, and time? Does the individual/ group demonstrates initiative?

Please address as many of the above guidelines as possible/appropriate.
Note: Student Organizations are highly encouraged to apply.
Nominations are due on Friday, January 17, 2025, by 11:59 p.m.

The President’s Award for Ethnic Diversity was established by the Commission on Ethnic Diversity (formerly the Presidential Ambassadors of Cultural Diversity) and the Office of the President at Northern Arizona University (NAU). Three awards are presented annually. Awards are presented to individuals and groups. Award recipients are programs, departments, groups or individuals who have contributed significantly to the enhancement of ethnic diversity at NAU.

Procedure
1. Nominations may be submitted by NAU students, faculty, or staff.
2. Nominations should include descriptions of how the nominee has made contributions to enrich cultural/ethnic diversity at NAU. Nominations must be submitted on the nomination form. Nominations should not exceed three pages of supporting documentation.
3. Please submit nominations through this form
4. Nominees and finalists will be invited to attend the awards reception on March 26.

Deadline
Nominations are due Friday, January 17, 2025, by 11:59 p.m.

Provide reason(s) for nominations: