Celebrating Excellence: WSU Vancouver Campus Awards
Washington State University Vancouver is defined by the dedication, innovation, and passion of its community members. Our annual awards program honors the exceptional students, faculty, and staff who go above and beyond to foster a culture of academic rigor, equity, and selfless service. From groundbreaking research and transformative teaching to creative problem-solving and community building, these accolades recognize the individuals who embody the Cougar spirit and drive our mission forward.
Students’ Award for Teaching Excellence
Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes a faculty member who commits time outside of the classroom to prevent students from falling through the cracks, demonstrates an enthusiasm for the subject matter, and instills enthusiasm and passion in students.
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Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Student Achievement
Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Student Achievement recognizes a graduating student each academic year. The recipient is selected on the basis of academic achievement and love of learning, overcoming barriers in pursuit of academic goals, future leadership potential, involvement in campus life and other examples of achievement.
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Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Staff Excellence
Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Staff Excellence recognizes and salutes the dedication and commitment of a staff member in advancing the mission of WSU Vancouver. Award criteria includes active participation in campus activities, excellent performance in the staff member’s own role, demonstrated leadership on behalf of WSU Vancouver and going the “extra mile” to advance WSU Vancouver.
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Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Service to WSU Vancouver
The award recognizes and salutes selfless dedication and commitment to the WSU Vancouver community through participation in campus activities, leadership on behalf of WSU Vancouver, and dedication of time, talent and resources toward advancing WSU’s mission.
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Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Research Excellence
Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Research Excellence is given annually to a WSU Vancouver faculty member whose research quality and quantity are exemplary, and whose work has had a positive influence on the broader community. It is the university’s highest research honor.
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Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Advancing Equity
Executive Vice President for Statewide Campus’s Award for Advancing Equity honors a faculty or staff member for excellence in contributing to a community of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at WSU Vancouver. The award recognizes the individual for helping to infuse equity-mindedness throughout the campus and/or helping to build and maintain a safe, welcoming campus environment.
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You Take the Cake Award
When someone knocks it out of the park—whether by leading a big project, solving a tough challenge or simply doing excellent work—they deserve a celebration. The You Take the Cake Award honors individuals or teams who have truly gone above and beyond.
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One Smart Cookie
Some people just have the recipe for innovation. The One Smart Cookie Award recognizes employees who have shared creative ideas that help the university save time, money or other valuable resources.
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