“Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition.”
- Abraham Lincoln
In a field in which recognition is appreciated but rarely expected, to be so honored by one’s peers is truly humbling. As a volunteer organization it is important to be intentional in how the many individuals that make NEACUHO what it is – past, present, future – are recognized. As such the nine annual awards outlined below are a key element in how we show appreciation.
Lifetime Service Award
This honor is given annually in the form of a plaque to a NEACUHO member who has made a career in OR has maintained business relations with the college/university setting, and through his/her/their profession has made a positive contribution to students, colleagues and the NEACUHO organization.
Distinguished Service Award
This honor is given annually in the form of a plaque to an individual who has been a member of the NEACUHO organization for an extended period of time and has contributed significantly to the direction, administration and governance of the association.
Outstanding Service Award
This honor is given annually in the form of a plaque to an individual who has most significantly contributed to the NEACUHO organization during the past year (2009-2010).
Elizabeth Sinkewicz Reid New Professional Award
This honor is given annually in the form of a plaque to a new professional who has contributed significantly to both their home institution and to the NEACUHO organization within the past year. Candidates for this award must have three years or less post-baccalaureate, full-time housing experience. This award is dedicated to the memory of the late Elizabeth Sinkiewicz Reid, former Director of Residential Life at Wentworth Institute of Technology (also served at WPI and Westfield State College), for her contribution to and support of NEACUHO in the role of Member-at-Large and Secretary. Elizabeth continually worked to promote new professionals’ involvement and development, not only in NEACUHO but also on her own campus.
Women’s Issues Outstanding Achievement Award
This honor is given annually in the form of a plaque to an individual from a NEACUHO institution who is a mentor and role model and has assisted in the development of new female professionals. Candidates must have spent a minimum of 5 years in the field of housing, residential life or conference services. The successful candidate is respected by peers and colleagues, has made significant contributions to the field and/or institution, as well as contributed to the research or distribution of information related to the preservation of women’s voice, gender issues and/or issues impacting women.
“Rising Star” Award
This annual award reimbursement is given to a new professional for the purpose of attending his/her first ACUHO-I annual conference. Funding is intended to defray registration, lodging (double room rate), meals, and travel expenses (up to $1000). The recipient is required to have less than three years Student Affairs experience, post baccalaureate; home Institution must be a current member of NEACUHO; must be nominated by his/her current supervisor and a NEACUHO executive board member, have attended at least one NEACUHO annual conference (a previous conference or the current year conference); must not have attended any ACUHO-I annual conferences; must have SHO confirmation of status as a new professional and SHO verification that institutional funds are unavailable and recipient would have to pay out of pocket to attend ACUHO-I. This honor is sponsored by ACUHO-I.
Professional Development Award (this award replaces the Small College Scholarship)
This annual award reimbursement is given to a professional for the purpose of attending the upcoming Association of College and University Housing Officers-International (ACUHO-I) Annual Conference and Exposition. Funding is intended to defray registration, lodging (double room rate), meals and travel expenses (valued at a maximum of $1,000). The recipient is required to be a mid-level or seasoned residence life and housing professional; have attended a minimum of four annual NEACUHO conferences (one of which may include the current year conference), must be a current, active member of NEACUHO (committee member/chair, task force member, executive board, etc.); demonstrated success at home institution in the area of professional development for self and staff; demonstrates that s/he provides a stimulus to the housing profession and the region through presentations, publications (i.e. campus/departmental newsletters, etc.), grant writing and/or research; SHO verification that institutional funds are unavailable and recipient would have to pay out of pocket to attend ACUHO-I; must be employed at a NEACUHO member institution. This honor is sponsored by NEACUHO.
James Casey New Professional Award
This award honors the late James Casey, former Director of Residential Life at SUNY-Cortland and one of the founding members of NEACUHO, for his contribution to and support of NEACUHO in many roles, most notably his efforts to empower entry-level new-professionals in the housing/residential life field. This award reimburses up to $350.00 towards registration for the NEACUHO Annual Conference. The recipient is required to have less than three years Student Affairs experience, post baccalaureate; home Institution must be a current member of NEACUHO, submit a program proposal to the Program Committee to present at the Annual Conference. (Priority goes to program proposal that is pertinent to new professionals in housing/residential life); must have SHO confirmation of status as a new professional; candidate must submit a current resume and a copy of their Annual Conference program proposal with application). This honor is sponsored by NEACUHO.
NEACURH Award
This annual award is given to a NEACURH participant at a NEACUHO member school to attend the NEACUHO Annual Conference. This award will cover the costs of registration, meals included with the conference, and housing. In addition, travel funds of up to $100 may be covered by NEACURH, if requested. Nominations will be submitted to the NEACUHO Awards Committee by a date specified by said committee. The recipient will be determined by the NEACUHO Awards Committee, with feedback requested from the NEACURH Regional Director (or designee) and the NEACURH Regional Advisor. The recipient is required to be a full-time registered student; home institution must be a current member of NEACUHO throughout the selection process; be nominated by a member of their home institution’s RHA or the RHA Advisor from the candidate’s institution or candidate may self nominate but then must submit a letter of support from his/her RHA or Advisor; have attended one NEACURH Regional or Mini No-Frills conference; demonstrates contribution to NEACURH on the campus level (through participation in RHA or NRHH) and regional level (through active participation in committees, bid-writing, or other criteria as determined by the selection committee). An interest in the field of housing & residence life is recommended but not required.
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