Recognize our everyday heroes

We honor the individuals and teams who exemplify the outstanding contributions made within our division: innovation, leadership and collaboration.

Unsung Hero

This award recognizes a "behind-the-scenes" individual who consistently and effectively performs his/her duties in a manner that enhances the work environment for others. They go above and beyond their job responsibilities to support the mission of their department and the Division, yet they seem to never openly seek recognition or credit.

Innovator of the Year

This award recognizes a group or individual staff member that utilized a creative approach to advance the work of Academic Success and Student Affairs. This group or individual has shown initiative to innovate and create solutions to address a gap or need within their department or the Division.

Friend of the Division

This award recognizes an individual or group outside of Academic Success and Student Affairs whose extraordinary contributions have furthered the goals of the DASSA Strategic Plan. This individual or group will have made a positive influence on Academic Success and Student Affairs and KSU, that continue to motivate and encourage us for years to come.

Collaborators of the Year

This award recognizes a group of individuals who have worked collaboratively to solve a problem or advance the work of DASSA (Committee, Task Force or Team, etc).

Leader of the Year

DASSA will use this award to recognize managment as these individuals are typically not recognized for the work they do. This candidate demonstrates a commitment to leadership, while displaying an overarching dedication to the campus community.

New Employee Impact

This award recognizes a new(er) individual who has made a big impact since joining DASSA and has improved the workplace, a project or program, and/or has been a go-getter from day one.

Submit Nominations

Nominations for these awards open in late November or early December each year.