I am pleased to announce that we will launch an additional set of annual president’s awards – the Just World Awards – in Block 5. The five Just World Awards will recognize CC alumni, students, staff, faculty, and retirees who are dedicated to actions and principles that create a more just and equitable world.
The Just World Awards are named for five inspiring members of the CC community who exemplify change-making actions, qualities, and characteristics that help build a world with more equitable access to health, safety, education, and opportunity. These alumni, faculty, and staff have made great positive impact through their life’s work, and they set an example for all of us.
Just World Award winners will receive a physical award and $3,000. The President’s Office will begin accepting nominations for the awards in Block 5, and winners will be announced at Honors Convocation in May.
These new awards are being established in addition to the President’s Leadership Awards, which celebrate outstanding staff and faculty leaders and are awarded at Spring Conference in January.
Members of the Colorado College community are encouraged to submit nominations for the five Just World Awards:
- Mike Edmonds Igniting Students’ Potential Award
- Margaret Liu Health Justice Award
- Ken Salazar Stewardship Award
- Adrienne Seward Bold and Courageous Actions Award
- Val Veirs Environmental Justice Award
You can read about each of the awards and their namesakes on the new Just World Awards webpage. Watch for an email in Block 5 with instructions on how to nominate members of the CC community – alumni, students, staff, faculty, and retirees – for these exciting awards.
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