Awards

Nominations Sought for One University Assessment Awards

The assessment awards recognize faculty, staff and students for their efforts to examine and enhance learning and campus operations.
News Staff March 9, 2026
Nominations Sought for One University Assessment Awards

Newhouse Assistant Professor Recognized Nationally for Innovation in Teaching

The award also recognizes Milton Santiago’s work in exploring the ethical and practical applications of generative artificial intelligence in visual communications.
Genaro Armas March 4, 2026
Newhouse Assistant Professor Recognized Nationally for Innovation in Teaching

The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune Win 2026 Toner Prizes

The annual prizes are named for Robin Toner ’76, the first woman to hold the position of national political correspondent for The New York Times.
Genaro Armas March 4, 2026

Sport Analytics Team Claims National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship

Preparation and strategy were the keys to success for Falk College of Sport students in sweeping the podium at the 2026 competition.
Cathleen O'Hare Feb. 27, 2026
Sport Analytics Team Claims National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship

A&S Professor Wins Award for Adult Learner Research

Collie Fulford is honored for her book centering voices of degree-seeking adult students.
Dan Bernardi Feb. 26, 2026
A&S Professor Wins Award for Adult Learner Research

Maxwell Professor Receives Distinguished Service Award

Robert Rubinstein will receive the honor at the Society for Applied Anthropology’s annual meeting in March 2026.
News Staff Feb. 26, 2026

Graduate School Honors 9 Students With Annual Research, Creative Work Awards

The awards recognize academic excellence and outstanding research and creative work by master’s and doctoral students.
Diane Stirling Feb. 26, 2026
Graduate School Honors 9 Students With Annual Research, Creative Work Awards

Alumni Association Announces 2026 Alumni Award Recipients

Chancellor Kent Syverud, Dr. Ruth Chen and four other honorees will be celebrated at the annual Alumni Awards Celebration on April 23.
News Staff Feb. 24, 2026
Alumni Association Announces 2026 Alumni Award Recipients

David Park Named Among Boots to Business Instructors of the Year

IVMF instructor and Whitman School professor brings experience as a veteran and entrepreneur to the U.S. Small Business Administration's flagship transition program for service members.
Lynsey Riffle Feb. 19, 2026
David Park Named Among Boots to Business Instructors of the Year

Gretchen Purser Honored With 2026 Public Sociology Award

The award recognizes sociologists whose innovative research is paired with meaningful public engagement.
News Staff Feb. 17, 2026
Gretchen Purser Honored With 2026 Public Sociology Award

Tully Center for Free Speech to Recognize Eric Meyer With 2025 Free Speech Award

Meyer, editor of a Kansas newspaper raided by police in 2023, will be honored for his resilience and commitment to local journalism and press freedom.
Keith Kobland Feb. 17, 2026
Tully Center for Free Speech to Recognize Eric Meyer With 2025 Free Speech Award

Law Professor Receives National Legal Education Award

Kelly Curtis was recognized by the American Association of Law Schools for her exceptional contributions to student support and academic programming.
News Staff Jan. 23, 2026
Law Professor Receives National Legal Education Award

4 Named as 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Unsung Heroes

This year's Unsung Heroes will be recognized during a virtual celebration, available Saturday, Feb. 28, on the Hendricks Chapel YouTube channel.
Kelly Homan Rodoski Jan. 22, 2026
4 Named as 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Unsung Heroes
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