One of the most rewarding aspects of being a member of the UConn community is advising and mentoring students. In recognition of all the career support that so many provide to students at UConn, the Center for Career Development asks that you take a moment to submit a nomination for the Career Advocate of the Year Awards!
There are three Advocate of the Year awards, one highlighting a member of the UConn faculty, another acknowledging a member of the UConn staff, and one celebrating the work of an employer. There is also a new Career Competency Innovation award that recognizes the efforts of an employer, faculty or staff member, or department to assistUConn students in advancing career competency development. Nominating an individual isa great wayto recognize their efforts in supporting students' career development.
The following awards are now open for submissions:
Staff Career Advocate of the Year: A UConn staff member, nominated by their colleagues, who has demonstrated a commitment to furthering the career development of UConn students.
Faculty Career Advocate of the Year: A UConn faculty member, nominated by their colleagues, who has demonstrated a commitment to furthering the career development of UConn students.
Employer/Alumni Career Advocate of the Year: Recognizes an individual, representing an employer, who has demonstrated a commitment to furthering the career development of UConn students.
*NEW* Career Competency Innovation Award: an employer, faculty member, staff member, or department, nominated by anyone, who has provided outstanding contributions in advancing career competency development for UConn students.
Nominations are due by Monday, March 25. All nominees will be recognized, and there is no limit on the number of individuals you can nominate.
If you have any questions about the awards, please reach out to the Career Center at CareerChampions@uconn.edu. Thank you for helping recognize all the great career development support provided by members of the UConn community!
For more information, contact: Center for Career Development at 860-486-3013