Research, Funding, and Awards

  • Career Advocate Award Nomination Submissions

    We are excited to announce the upcoming 2025 Career Mentor and Advocate of the Year Awards invite you to submit nominations for individuals and departments who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to supporting career development. 

    The following awards will be presented at our end of year recognition event:  

    1. 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. 

    2. 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. 

    3. 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. 

    4. 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. 

    We encourage you to nominate outstanding individuals and organizations who have made a significant impact in one of these areas. Nominations are open until March 14, 2025.  

    To submit a nomination, please visit this link or contact CareerChampions@uconn.edu for more details. 

    For more information, contact: Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills at 860-486-3013