Four separate awards recognize students, faculty, classified and hourly staff, and administrators. The university promotes an environment of excellence, access and diversity. To maintain such an environment, every person and organizational unity should recognize and accept responsibility to contribute to this integral part of VCU's mission. These awards are bestowed by the President of VCU to members of the university community in recognition of some significant contribution toward the principles, goals and ideals of affirmative action or toward enhancing the institution's commitment to diversity.
All instructional faculty are eligible.
Administrator Award Administrators and those who hold professional faculty appointments are eligible. Award Classified staff and hourly employees are eligible under the same criteria outlined in Section B. Student Award Individual students and student organizations are eligible. Recognizes contributions and leadership in the criteria outlined above, especially in the areas of promoting civility, building community, and promoting effective cross-cultural communication.