Texas Woman’s University offers eight yearly Faculty Awards which include the Cornaro Award, the Mary Mason Lyons Awards for Distinguished Junior Faculty, the Humphries Award for Dedication to TWU, and Faculty Awards for Distinction in Scholarship, Distinction in Teaching, Distinction in Service, Innovation in Academia, and Distinction in E-Learning Awards.  Notifications of external awards such as the Case Outstanding Teaching Award are made on a regular basis by Dr. McGillin, the Associate Provost.

The following guidelines are designed to assist individuals and components in formulating nomination packets for the Faculty Awards at TWU. The Faculty Awards Committee encouraged Deans, Chairs, and Faculty to begin the nomination process early as support letters and other documentation can take some time to compile.  Persons nominating a faculty member for an award may be approached to consider extending that nomination to apply for an additional internal and/or external award that the committee considers an appropriate match.  Individuals who were nominated unsuccessfully last year and who will be re-nominated for the same award this year may request that any materials retained on file from last year be resubmitted with updates. An entirely new nomination packet is not required.

At the beginning of the Spring term, we request nominations for awards presented at Convocation in April.  Copies of the latest announcements for each of these awards are enclosed. The TWU Faculty Awards committee reviews nominations and makes recommendations for these awards to the Chancellor who makes the final selection.

General guidelines

Please note:   Faculty Award nominations must be sent as email attachments
to Dr. Victoria McGillin, Associate Provost, on ACT 10th floor
c/o Marti Wall mwaill@twu.edu.

1. The committee requests that one individual be responsible for gathering all materials needed for an award.  With the approval of the nominee, the nominating individual may request the nomination materials on file from the previous year.  When considering nominees, look carefully at the requirements for the award and at the materials requested to support the nomination.  For example, it is not worthwhile to nominate an outstanding research professor for a teaching award unless you document that the person is also an outstanding teacher.
2. The deadline for nominations is firm.  Please allow enough time to write a careful and thorough nomination letter that addresses the requirements of the award. Gather all information into one packet and submit it electronically to the Office of the Provost. Be sure that all materials are in the electronic file and clearly marked.
3. Ask that letters of recommendation be addressed correctly as outlined on each award and that the correct number of letters be included (letters may be scanned as pdf files). In general, the nomination letter does NOT count as a letter of recommendation.  Do not exceed the number of letters of support or recommendation required by the specific award.
4. The quality of the application is very important.  All vitas must be submitted according to the vita template approved by TWU. Spell check is essential. The committee has recommended that packets that include spelling and grammar errors be returned to the sponsor for resubmission another year.  

List of 2008 Faculty Awards

• Cornaro Award
• Mary Mason Lyon Awards for Distinguished Junior Faculty
• Humphries Award for Dedication to TWU
• Faculty Award for Distinction in Scholarship
• Faculty Award for Distinction in Teaching
• Faculty Award for Distinction in Service
• Faculty Award for Distinction in E-Learning
• Faculty Award for Innovation in Academia
  

TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
CORNARO AWARD - 2008

Established in 1978, the CORNARO AWARD is presented annually to recognize an outstanding TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY faculty member for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and achievement and in appreciation for service to Texas Woman’s University.  The award is named in honor of Elena Lucrezia Cornaro de la Piscopia, the first woman to receive a doctoral degree (University of Padua, 1678). The Faculty Awards Committee seeks nominations from the Denton, Dallas, and Houston centers for consideration in choosing the recipient of this award.

ELIGIBILITY:

1. Nominee must provide evidence of outstanding teaching, scholarship, and service.  Evidence will include a descriptive list of activities during period of employment at TWU that includes documentation of the effectiveness of the candidate in these three areas.
2. Nominee must be recognized through letters of support and recommendationas a teacher who has led students to new knowledge and insight and who has instilled an appreciation of the highest standards of academic endeavor.
3. Nominee must hold an earned doctorate.
4. Nominee must be a current member of the TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY faculty and must have served on the faculty for at least ten (10 years).

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:

1. Nominations must include a nominating letter and no more than five (5) supporting letters from a variety of individuals such as students, peers, supervisors, etc. Two letters must be from an external source.
2. Nominations must include the nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
3. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 
   • the award name,
   • the nominee’s name,
   • and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
MARY MASON LYON AWARDS
for
DISTINGUISHED JUNIOR FACULTY

Named for the founder of Mount Holyoke, the first (1837) woman’s college in the U.S.,  two MARY MASON LYON AWARDS are presented annually to recognize those individuals among the TWU junior faculty who are developing excellent records of teaching, research, and service and who evidence dedication to their careers and promise for success in the future.  Recipients receive a $750 cash award and the option of presenting an academic paper to the faculty.  The Faculty Awards Committee seeks nominations from the Denton, Dallas, and Houston centers for consideration in choosing the two individuals for the year 2008 awards.

ELIGIBILITY:

1. Nominee must have served on the TWU faculty at least three (3) years but not more
   than seven (7) years as of September, 2007.  Nominee must be junior to the profession
   with no more than ten (10) years of  recorded university teaching.
2. The nomination must include evidence of the nominee’s commitment to the teaching profession and to TWU.  Evidence may include a syllabi and evaluations for courses taught for the last three years and any new courses developed during the last three years.
3. Nominations must include statements of total years of TWU faculty service and total years of university teaching
4. A written explanation of how the nominee facilitates learning and develops his/her excellence in teaching. 
5. Nominee must be developing a record of outstanding scholarship, teaching, and service.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:

1. Nominations must include a nominating letter and no more than five (5) supporting  letters from a variety of individuals such as students, peers, supervisors, etc. that address the award criteria.
2. Nominations must include the nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
3. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 
   • the award name,
   • the nominee’s name,
   • and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
HUMPHRIES AWARD
FOR
DEDICATION TO TWU

This award will be presented to TWU faculty who have through their loyalty and actions proved to be a model to all and a treasure to TWU.  This award does not require annual presentation.

ELIGIBILITY:

1. Faculty, alumni, and members of the community may nominate faculty for this award.
2. Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have completed at least 10 years at TWU are eligible. 

Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:
The individuals nomination should submit a portfolio of evidence which includes the following items:

1. Five letters of support that address the award criteria from colleagues, students, alumni, and community organization leaders solicited by those who made the nomination.
2. A clear description by the nominating individual explaining how and why the nominee has demonstrated significant dedication to the University and evidence of the nominee’s activities.
3. Nominations must include the nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
4. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 
                       
           

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
FACULTY AWARD
FOR
DISTINCTION IN SCHOLARSHIP

This award will be presented to TWU faculty who have evidenced distinguished records of scholarship and dedication to improving knowledge and understanding in their discipline. Evidence of exemplary scholarship might include, but not be limited to, books, chapters in books and monographs, publications in professional journals, performances, exhibits, scholarly presentations, and workshops. This award does not require annual presentation.

ELIGIBILITY:

• Faculty and alumni may nominate faculty for this award.
• Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have completed at least three years at TWU are eligible. 

Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:
Each nominee should submit a research portfolio which includes the following items:

1. Listing of current scholarly activities and documentation of those activities. Multimedia documentation should consist of representative samples of scholarly activities.  Written evidence of scholarship should include representative samples.
2. A list of proposals submitted and grants received for funding during the last three years
3. Nominations must include the nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
4. Five letters of support: At least three of those letters must be from individuals outside of TWU who are aware of nominee’s scholarship and its significance to the nominee’s profession or discipline and that that address the award criteria.
5. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
FACULTY AWARD
FOR
DISTINCTION IN SERVICE

This award will be presented to TWU faculty who are developing distinguished records of service to their component, the university, their professional field of study, and/or the community.  This award does not require annual presentation.

ELIGIBILITY:

• Students, faculty, alumni, and members of the community may nominate   faculty for this award.
• Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have completed at least three years at TWU are eligible. 

Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:
Each nominee should submit a service portfolio which includes the following items:

1. Nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
2. A descriptive list of service activities and their impact or effectiveness during full-time employment at TWU.
3. Documentation of effective participation in service activities such as evaluations of the service program or observable outcomes. Other evidence considered by the nominee as reflective of excellence in service, such as recognition by service agencies or professional groups.
4. A written explanation of how the nominee facilitates service and involves others in service activities.
5. Five letters of support from colleagues, students, alumni, and community organization leaders solicited by those who made the nomination that address the award criteria.
6. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
FACULTY AWARD
for
DISTINCTION IN TEACHING

This award will be presented to TWU faculty who have evidenced distinguished records of teaching and dedication to improving their teaching and the learning of their students.  This award does not require annual presentation.

NOMINATION ELIGIBILITY:

• Students, faculty, and alumni may nominate faculty for this award.
• Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have completed at least three years at TWU are eligible. 

Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:
Each nominee should submit a teaching portfolio with the following items:

1. Nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
2. Copies of the TWU student evaluation summaries for each semester of the past three years.
3. A listing of courses taught, and new courses developed during the last three years, including any course developed using distance delivery modalities.
4. Most recent syllabi of the courses taught/developed during the past three years.
5. A written explanation of how the nominee facilitates learning and develops his/her excellence in teaching.
6. Five letters of support from colleagues, students, and/or alumni solicited by those who made the nomination that address the award criteria.
7. Other evidence reflective of excellence in teaching, such as workshops, clinics, service related to teaching, and advising students.
8. Any examples of innovative teaching methods or process.
9. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m. 

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
FACULTY AWARD
for
DISTINCTION IN E-LEARNING

This award may be presented to one or more TWU faculty who have made distinguished contributions to e-learning through program development, curriculum development or teaching. This award does not require annual presentation.

NOMINATION ELIGIBILITY:
1.  Students, faculty, and alumni may nominate faculty for this award.
2.  Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have taught online at least 2 semesters at TWU are eligible.  Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:
Each nominee should submit:

1. Five letters of support from colleagues, students, and/or alumni solicited by those who made the nomination.
2. Examples of e-learning teaching or program development such as:
   1. Copies of the TWU student evaluation summaries for each e-learning course taught within the last 3 years.
   2. A listing of e-learning courses taught, and new e-learning courses   developed during the last three years.
   3. Most recent syllabi of the e-learning courses taught/developed during the past three years.
   4. Descriptions of curriculum transformation or programs developed.
   5. A written explanation of how the nominee facilitates e-learning and
      develops his/her excellence in teaching electronically.
   6. Any examples of innovative e-learning teaching methods or process
      
3. Other evidence reflective of excellence in electronic instruction, such as workshops, clinics, service related to teaching, and advising students.
4. Nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
5. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m

THE TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
FACULTY AWARDS COMMITTEE
2008

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
FACULTY AWARD
FOR
INNOVATION IN ACADEMIA

This award will be presented to TWU faculty who influence the University, professional discipline, and/or larger community in a creative and positive manner resulting in new growth and progress in the Academy.  This award does not require annual presentation.

ELIGIBILITY:

• Students, faculty, and alumni may nominate faculty for this award.
• Full-time faculty of all ranks, lecturer through professor, who have completed at least threeyears at TWU are eligible. 

Those nominating should submit a letter of justification in support of the nomination.

NOMINATION PROCEDURE:

Each nominee should submit evidence of the impact of the innovation which includes the following items:

1. Nominee’s current curriculum vitae on the approved TWU vita template.
2. A clear description in terms lay persons can understand of the innovation and its impact on the University, professional discipline, or the community.
3. Evidence of the impact of the innovation in observable outcomes.
4. Five letters of support from colleagues, students, and alumni solicited those who made the nomination.
5. Submit all nomination materials electronically as Word, Excel or .pdf attachments (including letters of support), each attachment labeled with: 

• the award name,
• the nominee’s name,
• and the identifying information about the document (e.g., vita)

to Marti Wall (mwall@mail.twu.edu) by 5PM on February 22, 2008. In the “Subject” line, write the Award name, followed by the faculty nominee’s name. Should you have any questions about submitting materials in other formats, please contact Marti Wall (x 3352).

DEADLINE:   All nominations and supporting documentation must be received by February 22, 2008 by 5 p.m.