Awards
Member
participation on committees and special projects has been the key to AACRAO’s
success. Since 1959, AACRAO members have been recognized for their service and
commitment to the association and the profession. Additional information on the
awards submission process is available online.
The following
awards are presented at the Annual Meeting:
- The APEX Award, sponsored by Datatel+SGHE, recognizes individuals for Achieving Professional EXcellence in
education administration and outstanding achievement and influence in
their field. SunGard Higher Education donates $5,000 in the recipient's
name to his or her college or university scholarship fund.
- The Award for Excellence in International Education
is bestowed in recognition for the outstanding contributions an individual
has given to the profession of international education.
- The Distinguished Service Award recognizes an active
or retired AACRAO member for exceptional contributions to the profession
in a volunteer capacity at the national level.
- The Elbert W. Ockerman State and Regional
Professional Activity Award recognizes up to three outstanding state and
regional activities. Each award winner receives a registration fee waiver
for the Annual Meeting and a monetary prize of $500 each.
- The Exemplary New Member Award recognizes
professionals who have, within the first five years of their membership,
made an exceptional or unique contribution that demonstrates promise as a
future AACRAO leader.
- The Founders Award for Leadership is presented for
vision, leadership, and longevity of service to the profession.
- Honorary Membership is awarded in recognition of a
member's active involvement and contribution to AACRAO.
- The Thomas A. Bilger Citation for Service is
presented for service to AACRAO and is awarded to a member who has five or
more years of service and has provided outstanding contributions to
conferences and programs, special projects, task forces, committee
assignments, or other positions.