Eligibility
Award nominees can be units or teams within the Treasurer’s area that have implemented innovative policies, procedures, and/or programs to advance diversity & inclusion.

Recognition will be given for stellar performance in at least one of the following categories:

• Recruitment/Workforce Diversity
  Diversity representation in the workplace, best practices for enhancing the applicant pool and recruiting a diverse workforce through innovation.
• Development
  Opportunities for diversity education and communication within the organization.
• Retention
  Programs and initiatives to support efforts in retaining staff members such as affinity groups, mentoring programs, and career enrichment.
• Outreach
  Activities which encourage and support diversity in the community.

Award Amount: $5000, for use to continue diversity efforts within the winning unit.

Nomination Process
Submit a letter of nomination that addresses how the unit has demonstrated a significant commitment to enhancing diversity. A link to the nomination form is located at the bottom of of the page.

Nomination packets should describe creative models, strategies, or best practices and why it should be considered a best practice. Please specify sustained and recent contributions. Documentation of data and success rates should also be included.

Nominees who meet the criteria will be invited to an open forum to exhibit their contributions through a display and give a brief five to seven minute presentation.  The EVPT Diversity Task force will recommend a winner to the Treasurer’s leadership team. The winner will be announced at the Purdue Catalyst Award reception and ceremony in May of 2010.

The deadline for submitting a nomination is March 26, 2009.

Nomination Form

The University community will be invited to attend a forum showcasing the initiatives of the
award nominees.

Watch your mailbox in February 2010 for more information.