Housing & Dining Programs Staff Awards Nomination
Housing and Dining Programs will be holding a summer staff appreciation banquet on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, to express our gratitude to our staff for all of their hard work. During the banquet, several awards will be presented. These awards seek to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals to American University's summer operations.
Below is a list of the awards and relevant criteria, along with a nomination form. All submissions but be completed by 5:00pm on April 10, 2009.
Feel free to contact a members of the Housing and Dining Programs Summer Staff Appreciation Committee if you have any questions by calling 202-885-3370.
| Professional Staff Member of the Year | |
| This recipient is a full-time staff member employed by Housing & Dining Programs who has performed at the highest level to achieve the department’s mission. This staff member has worked to develop inclusive, student-centered residential communities, enhanced the academic experience of resident students, and/or provided services that support the greater university community. This individual represents a dedication to higher education and has performed as a leader within the department over the previous summer and academic year. | |
| Friend of Housing & Dining Programs | |
| This recipient may be any student or staff member not
employed by Housing & Dining Programs. This recipient is someone who
has gone above and beyond to help Housing and Dining Programs serve the
AU community and promote student-centered learning environments. This
person has a genuine desire to help all students, faculty, staff, and
guests, and has had successful experiences in his/her interactions with
the AU community, and Housing and Dining Programs. |
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| Outstanding Senior Award | |
| This 2009 graduate has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help serve the greater good of Housing and Dining Programs during their time of involvement. This student is someone who has demonstrated a genuine concern for the students in our residence halls and Housing and Dining Programs. This recipient should be someone who has made significant contributions to Housing and Dining Programs across a number of areas. | |
| Team of the Year | |
| This group of students has clearly emerged as a team across the course of the year. They understand each other's strengths and have integrated and accomplished both group goals and individual goals. The group role models cohesion, integrity, enthusiasm, and dedication at all times. Through collaborative efforts, the group is able to problem-solve, reach out to fellow students, and make a difference in the halls. | |
| RA of the Year | |
| This Resident Assistant has embodied the
mission of Residential Education. The Resident Assistant of the year has
gone above and beyond the call of duty through the creation of intentional
learning environments where holistic student success is achieved. The
individual has demonstrated a well rounded approach to the position, a
balance between personal and professional responsibilities, and a commitment
to academics. In addition, they consistently support fellow staff members
and portray a positive approach to others through community development
and role modeling. The RA of the year displays the values of American
University by putting ideas into action and action into service. |
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| Student Staff of the Year | |
| This student recipient demonstrates honorable character
and accomplishment in the area of serving students, parents, and outside
guests of American University. The recipient frequently goes above and
beyond the expectations of the position. Other staff members call upon
this student for assistance in a variety of situations. The student consistently
displays dedication to the position and Housing & Dining Programs
as a whole. |
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| Housing and Dining Programs Impact Award | |
| This award honors a person who has made a significant impact on a student or community. | |
The mission of Housing
and Dining Programs is to develop a safe, culturally engaging, living-learning
community through high-quality programs and collaborative service delivery.
The Office of Campus Life fosters an inclusive, welcoming, collaborative work
environment and is committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse
workforce. We comply with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity
laws and regulations.