Behind every successful academic institution is a dedicated team of staff working to ensure the seamless operation of daily activities. At the University of Delaware, we appreciate all the amazing contributions our staff make, and we look forward to honoring their exemplary accomplishments with UD’s 2024-2025 Staff Excellence Awards.

This program recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff with prizes in four different categories. If you know a staff member who goes above and beyond, don’t miss this chance to nominate them.

Distinguished Staff Excellence Award

Recognizes an individual staff member for consistent excellence, exceptional performance and service to UD with outstanding contributions to University mission and values.

Distinguished Team Excellence Award

Recognizes a team of two or more staff who exemplify cooperation and collaboration with outstanding contributions to University mission and values.

Innovation Excellence Award

Recognizes an individual staff member or team that demonstrates the development of creative and innovative solutions to difficult challenges.

Community Advocate Excellence Award

Recognizes an individual staff member who is committed to creating a workplace culture of belonging, contributing to a positive, inclusive and supportive work environment for the UD community.

To be considered for fall awards, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to nominate individuals or teams by Dec. 13. Staff may also opt to nominate themselves. Nominations received after this deadline will be considered for spring awards.

Learn more and submit a nomination.