Awards and Nomination Forms
1. Outstanding Staff Recognition Award
Here is the nomination form.
This award may be given annually to a UMSI staff member who has contributed outstandingly to advancing the UMSI mission. This may be accomplished in various ways, such as exhibiting exemplary work qualities, solving challenging problems, demonstrating a willingness to go the extra mile, or fostering the collaboration of others.
Award Criteria:
Advances the UMSI mission in an outstanding manner
Demonstrates exemplary work qualities
Solves challenging problems
Demonstrates willingness to go the extra mile
Fosters collaborative relationships
Eligibility: All regular (non-temporary) staff (full-time or part-time) in the School. Staff who have won the award in the past 5 years are not eligible. The list of past recipients can be found here.
Award amount: $2,000
The rubric is provided here.
2. Emerging Impact Award
Here is the nomination form.
This honor recognizes outstanding contributions made by a recent UMSI staff member who has demonstrated remarkable impact within their initial 36 months of service. The UMSI Emerging Impact Award celebrates individuals who, despite their relatively short tenure, have showcased exceptional dedication, innovation, and a significant positive influence on the UMSI community above and beyond their assigned duties. Nominees for this award have made substantial contributions that align with UMSI's mission and goals. They have demonstrated a keen ability to adapt, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to the school's objectives in their early stages of joining the team. This award highlights the invaluable contributions of rising stars within UMSI, individuals whose enthusiasm, fresh perspectives, and impactful initiatives have left a notable mark on the school's community and its mission to advance knowledge and excellence.
Eligibility: All regular (non-temporary) staff (full-time or part-time) in the School who have held this status in SI for no more than 3 years. A list of eligible staff can be found here. Staff may only win this award once.
Award amount: $2,000
The rubric is provided here.
3. MUMSI: Collaboration and Service Award
Here is the nomination form.
Taking its name from UMSI’s mascot, MUMSI the squirrel, the MUMSI: Collaboration and Service Award recognizes an individual who has made exceptional contributions to and positively impacted UMSI, builds partnerships that benefit, align with, and advance UMSI’s priorities. This award aims to recognize a staff member who serves and collaborates with other groups or teams within UMSI or across U-M and beyond. This person forges new relationships, fosters connectedness, and goes out of their way to bridge gaps between colleagues and work areas or areas external to UMSI or U-M. The collaboration and service should enhance the experience of students, faculty, or fellow staff and positively impact UMSI.
This form will automatically verify and collect your U-M email. It will also send you a copy of your nomination once you submit this form. You may continue to edit your response until the nomination deadline.
Eligibility: All regular (non-temporary) staff (full-time or part-time) in the School. Staff who have won the award in the past 5 years are not eligible. This is the first year this award has been offered.
Award amount: $2,000
The rubric is provided here.
4. Innovation Excellence Award (Individual)
Here is the nomination form.
This award honors individuals whose pioneering solutions have addressed significant challenges within UMSI, showcasing exceptional innovation, problem-solving methodologies, and a willingness to take informed risks to enhance the school's operational landscape.
The UMSI Innovation Excellence Award recognizes those who have demonstrated groundbreaking approaches, fostering a culture of forward-thinking problem-solving that transcends conventional boundaries. Nominees for this award have not only provided innovative solutions but have also articulated methodologies that inspire others and contribute to the continuous improvement of UMSI's work environment. This award emphasizes solutions that directly align with the school's primary goals, amplifying its core objectives through inventive problem-solving. It celebrates initiatives that not only tackle challenges but also pave the way for improved methodologies, encouraging a culture of informed risk-taking and innovation within UMSI.
Eligibility: All regular (non-temporary) staff (full-time or part-time) in the School. Staff who have won the award in the past 5 years are not eligible. This is the first year this award has been offered.
Award amount: $2,000
The rubric is provided here.
5. Innovation Excellence Award (Team)
Here is the nomination form.
This award honors teams whose pioneering solutions have addressed significant challenges within UMSI, showcasing exceptional innovation, problem-solving methodologies, and a willingness to take informed risks to enhance the school's operational landscape. The UMSI Innovation Excellence Award recognizes a team who has demonstrated groundbreaking approaches, fostering a culture of forward-thinking problem-solving that transcends conventional boundaries. Nominees for this award have provided innovative solutions and articulated methodologies that inspire others and contribute to the continuous improvement of UMSI's work environment. This award emphasizes solutions that directly align with the school's primary goals, amplifying its core objectives through inventive problem-solving. It celebrates initiatives that not only tackle challenges but also pave the way for improved methodologies, encouraging a culture of informed risk-taking and innovation within UMSI.
Eligibility: A team of 2 or more UMSI staff. The team members can be from an assigned team or a cross-disciplinary ad hoc team. Recipients must be regular (non-temporary) staff (full-time or part-time) in the School. Teams who have won the award in the past 5 years are not eligible. This is the first year this award has been offered.
Award amount: Each team member will receive $1,000, however, the total award amount is capped at $5,000. Teams of more than 5 people must split this amount evenly.
The rubric is provided here.