University HR Impact Awards

You can nominate co-workers, either as individuals or as teams, for one of three University HR Impact Awards. The University HR annual recognition event will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023. Below are the descriptions of the awards. Please use the workflow link at the bottom of this page to nominate a co-worker (either an individual or team) for one of the three University HR Impact Awards or one of the three traveling plaques.

Deadline for submission is close of business on Friday, August 18, 2023.

If nominating an individual or a team for more than one award, please submit a separate workflow for each.

Supports the organization by empowering, enlightening and motivating others. Is someone who brings energy and optimism to the work environment, they see the glass as half full rather than half empty and project positivity to others. They literally can light up any room by their presence.

Encourages peers to take on a new challenge or go the extra mile in their current role through direct or indirect support. Is achievement oriented and works continuously and tirelessly to achieve University HR's strategic goals and initiatives.

Fosters change within the organization by recognizing challenges, identifying unsustainable processes and practices, and investing their innovative skills to find a solution. Is someone who germinates ideas into plans and is considered an intrapreneur by colleagues.

Traveling Plaques: Universal Competencies

You can nominate co-workers, either as individuals or as teams, for one of three University HR Traveling Plaque Awards. Learn more about these awards below.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Demonstrates the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and respectful manner while appreciating the unique contribution of an inclusive workforce that brings together the talents of people across multiple identities, including: race, creed, color, religion, national origins, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Service Excellence/Customer Focus

Demonstrates the ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provides excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Able to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.

Collaboration and Positive Impact

Demonstrates the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner and utilizes existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs.